Global lord: Million times Multiplier System-Chapter 19: second massacre

The first rays of dawn slipped through the crystalline windows of the Lord's Manor, casting a soft golden glow across the polished wooden floor of Zhao's chamber. He stirred awake, the plush bedding beneath him and the gentle hum of increased mana, health, and stamina regeneration—a perk of the Bronze-tier manor—momentarily easing the tension that had defined his existence in Central Land. Yet, as his eyes adjusted to the light, a flicker of instinct from his Supreme God Devouring Omniversal Physique cut through the calm, urging him to rise.

Zhao swung his legs over the bed's edge, his bare feet meeting the cool floor, and stood, the weight of impending war settling onto his shoulders. He crossed to the window, gazing out over Abyss as the territory stirred under the morning sun. The Dragon Nest (SSS) glowed faintly near the manor, its obsidian and gold structure a testament to his bloodline, while the Divine Forge and Celestial Alchemy Lab pulsed with energy nearby. His twenty Diamond-tier dragons coiled around the nest, their scales—crimson, emerald, midnight blue—glinting like gems, their divine presence a silent promise of power.

He stepped outside, the crisp air brushing his skin as he descended the manor's steps. His subjects—soldiers, workers, and dragons—gathered near the Eternal Legion Stronghold, their eyes turning to him with readiness. Valorn, Balor, Lyra, Elara, Marcus, Forgemaster Kael, and Alchemist Veyra stood among them, the dragons' heads rising slightly, their reverence palpable.

"Everyone," Zhao called, his voice steady and commanding, slicing through the stillness, "wake up and get ready for war. The shield protecting Abyss will dissipate in three days—now two. We need to be prepared for anything that comes after. Start preparations now."

The air shifted, calm giving way to purpose as Valorn stepped forward, his Solfare broadsword gleaming. "My lord, we'll be ready. Nothing will breach our walls."

Elara nodded, tools in hand. "Two days—I'll maximize the egg's combat exposure and assist Veyra with elixirs."

Zhao turned to Acel, his fiery red Solfare spear at the ready, golden eyes steady with loyalty. "Acel, scout for a new monster hideout—find a target we can hit for resources and combat energy. Take five dragons; keep it discreet. Report back by tonight."

Acel bowed, his voice firm. "Yes, my lord." He whistled sharply, and five Diamond-tier dragons—two crimson, two emerald, one midnight blue—unfurled their wings, their thunderous beats sending dust swirling as they followed him beyond the barrier, vanishing into the forest.

Zhao issued commands, his mind mapping preparations. "Valorn, train the Knights with the dragons—focus on coordinated strikes. Balor, reinforce the War Fortresses with Kael's work—make them unbreakable. Lyra, position Archers at the river—use the Panoply. Marcus, double resource gathering—wood, stone, leather. Elara, oversee the egg and assist Veyra—elixirs for stamina and resilience. Kael, craft divine-tier gear for Knights and dragons. Veyra, brew enough for all by day two."

The territory erupted into action. Valorn led the Knights, their Solfare weapons clashing as fifteen dragons swooped overhead, roars blending with steel. Balor and Kael fortified the War Fortresses, divine-tier runes glowing on steel. Lyra's Archers summoned tidal waves along the river, their Solfare bows humming. Marcus's workers harvested relentlessly, carts rolling with resources. Elara positioned the Unknown Ranked Pet Egg near the training grounds, its hum intensifying, while Veyra's elixirs bubbled in the lab, their scent invigorating.

By late afternoon, Acel returned, descending on a crimson dragon, the other four landing silently. Dust swirled as Zhao approached, soldiers pausing, their anticipation thick.

"My lord," Acel said, dismounting with a bow, his golden eyes steady, "I found a monster hideout 12 kilometers northwest—a cave system in the Ironwood Hills. Over 300 Ironclaw Beasts—Diamond-tier, heavily armored, slow but strong. No aerial threats, but tight tunnels limit numbers. They've got loot caches—ores, hides, maybe cores. Weaknesses: Poor coordination, vulnerability to ranged attacks from above. Perfect for resources and egg nurturing."Acel grinned slightly as he said about the egg. It was also worth observing that the diamond tier was nothing but better than scrap in front of their master.

Zhao nodded, a smirk tugging at his lips. "Good work, Acel. Three hundred Diamond-tier beasts—ideal for combat energy and loot. Rest; you'll lead the strike tomorrow." Acel saluted, retreating with the dragons to the nest, their roars softening.

Zhao turned to his lieutenants—Valorn, Balor, Lyra, Elara, Marcus, Kael, Veyra—gathered around. "Two days left—this hideout's our target. Valorn, hit the beasts with dragon strikes—focus their armor. Balor, deploy two fortresses outside the caves—block escapes. Lyra, rain arrows from above—target gaps in their plating. Elara, bring the egg—maximize its exposure. Marcus, gather leather and stone—traps for stragglers. Kael, craft dragon claw enhancements—sharpen their strikes. Veyra, double elixir output—distribute tomorrow."

As night fell, the soldiers stepped out of the Eternal Legion Stronghold, their Solfare weapons and divine-tier armor gleaming under torchlight, moving to posts—some to the fortresses, others to the river, the rest patrolling with dragons. The air thrummed with readiness, the dragons' eyes glowing like lanterns.

Zhao opened the Territory Management window, the interface glowing with Abyss's state.

|Territory Management|

Name: Abyss

Territory Level: Bronze Tier 1-star

Area: 4km x 4km

Population: 100/150

Warehouse: 340 Exoskeletons, 1000 Golden Sand, 100 Diamond Tier 4-Star Monster Cores, 340 Gold Tier 5-Star Monster Cores, 420 * 1 million Poison Sacks, 210 * Legendary Tier 1-Star Monster Cores, 8000 Meat, 499,999,700 Iron Ore, 1100 Leather, 11,000 Macre Red Stones

Buildings: Lord's Manor (Bronze Tier 1-star), Elemental Training Centre, Warehouse, Residential Building (x13), Eternal Legion Stronghold, Eternal Guardian Bastion, Engineering Hub, Divine Forge, Celestial Alchemy Lab, Dragon Nest (SSS)

Blueprint: Residential Building, Warehouse, Well, Watchtower, Resource Mill, Marksman Tower, Infinite Cannon

Resources: 3200 Wood, 3400 Stone

Requirements for Territory Upgrade (Bronze Tier 2-star):

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500 stone, 700 wood, 100 leather, 200 iron, 10 residential buildings, population reach 50, Lord's Manor reach Bronze Tier 1-star, construct 2 defensive structures, 1 Bronze Tier Territory Certificate

The population held at 100, resources swelled from Marcus's efforts, and requirements loomed, but Zhao shifted focus to the chat, opening it to gauge the lords' pulse.

Chat

Alexis: Scout's dead—Zhao's untouchable, but I'm fighting flies!

Scott: 5 wood's my throne—Zhao's Bronze, sure, I've got dirt!

Rita: Hammer's trash—trade tools! Zhao's too high!

Marcus: Camp's gone—wood, please! Zhao's untouchable!

Jade: Farmer's drunk—Zhao's a god; I'm stuck with mud!

Liam: Zhao's cheating—fine, my trapper's a joke!

Kara: Archer's blind—arrows? Zhao's out of reach!

Tomas: Hunter's starving—meat! Zhao's untouchable!

Elena: Cook's poison—Zhao's up there; I'm dying!

Vik: Net's broke—string! Zhao's Bronze doesn't fish!

Mina: Tent's ash—help! Zhao's untouchable!

Zoe: No mana—Zhao's a myth; I'm sparking!

Lina: Potions blew—herbs! Zhao's too big!

Rex: 10 stones it—Zhao's untouchable; I've got rocks!

Talia: Scout's lost—trade leather! Zhao's a god!

The chat buzzed with woes, Zhao's name a rare jab amid their struggles, his true power—dragons and all—still veiled as Abyss prepared for battle.

Zhao ordered the soldiers as they set their foot outside the barrier, as the second massacre was about to begin.