I am Master Maoshan

Liu Jun watched intently from the side, and couldn't help but sigh at the exquisiteness of Xu Baoer's medicine refining skills. Although he is a master of alchemy, there is an essential difference between refining medicine and refining pills. Alchemy focuses more on extracting the essence of medicinal materials and condensing them into pills, while refining medicine focuses more on the matching and integration of medicinal materials to achieve the best therapeutic effect. Although many of the pills refined by Liu Jun can cure diseases and save lives, in some places, they are much worse than these professional doctors. He knows very well that refining medicine is not only about the processing of medicinal materials, but also a deep understanding and precise control of the medicinal properties.

Xu Baoer's medicine-making process seems like an exquisite art performance, with every step full of wisdom and skill.

As time went by, the herbs in the medicine furnace gradually blended and gave off a rich aroma. Xu Baoer gently opened the lid of the medicine furnace, and a wave of hot air blew in her face, and the aroma of the medicine filled the air. She nodded with satisfaction, poured the refined medicine into an exquisite porcelain bottle, and carefully sealed the bottle mouth.

"Okay," Xu Baoer turned around and said to Liu Jun with a smile, "This liquid medicine needs to be left for a while. Once the medicinal properties are fully integrated, it can be used."

While Liu Jun and Xu Baoer were making medicine in the house, people outside the house were already talking about Liu Jun's arrival.

The Lord of Nanjiang City looked at General Nie Yun beside him and asked in a low voice: "General, is this really His Majesty the Skyfire God King?"

General Nie Yun looked deep and serious, nodded slowly, and said in a low and firm voice: "To be precise, it is the new Skyfire God King, so he can mobilize the Extreme Fire Army."

Upon hearing this, the Lord of Nanjiang City suddenly showed a hint of joy on his face, with hope glittering in his eyes: "A new Skyfire Divine King, then we are saved!"

However, General Nie Yun and Military Advisor Chu Liuying did not show any joy. They looked at each other with solemn expressions in their eyes.

Chu Liuying sighed softly and whispered, "The old Skyfire God King is a true God King, no one dares to provoke him. And this new God King, although he has inherited the origin of fire and become the new Skyfire God King, is not even a half-step God King."

General Nie Yun nodded, a trace of worry in his eyes: "If other divine realms knew about this, they would definitely send strong men to strangle Liu Jun. After all, a Skyfire Divine King who has not yet grown up is both a threat and an opportunity for them."

Upon hearing this, the joy on the face of the Lord of Nanjiang City gradually faded, replaced by a heavy look. He asked in a low voice: "Then what should we do? Are we just going to sit there and wait for death?"

"Let's discuss it after the steward wakes up. Now, order people to strengthen the security of the entire City Lord's Mansion and not allow any unidentified people to approach. The new God King and the steward are here, the situation is too dangerous." General Nie Yun said.

Several deputy generals immediately received the order, quickly left the courtyard, and began to arrange these things. Their footsteps echoed in the empty corridor, and seemed particularly hurried. General Nie Yun stood there, with his hands behind his back, looking up at the sky in the distance, his heart full of worries.

At the same time, Liu Jun and Xu Baoer were already feeding the steward medicine in the room. Although Xu Baoer was young, her movements were very skillful. She gently lifted the steward's head and carefully poured the liquid medicine into her mouth. Although the steward had been unconscious, she still had some basic body awareness. When the liquid medicine touched her lips, she just frowned and drank the liquid medicine with Xu Baoer.

Liu Jun stood aside, watching Xu Baoer's movements, and couldn't help but admire her. He knew that he could never do such a delicate job, but Xu Baoer did it so naturally.

"Xu Baoer, thank you. I'm sorry to trouble you with this matter," Liu Jun said softly.

"It's nothing. I have been learning medicine from my master since I was young, and I'm used to this kind of work." Xu Baoer said with a smile.

After she finished speaking, she put down the medicine bottle, gently wiped the corners of the butler's mouth, and continued, "In about half an hour, the effect of the medicine will reach its peak. He should be able to wake up today, but he will be weak for a long time."

Liu Jun nodded, feeling a little relieved. He knew that after his mistress woke up, many things would turn around. He turned and walked to the window, looking at the sky outside, praying silently in his heart.

Time passed by, and the atmosphere in the City Lord's Mansion was still tense. General Nie Yun personally led his men to patrol the mansion, ensuring that every corner was guarded.

He was very clear that the current situation could not afford to fail and the safety of the new God King and the chief steward must be ensured.

Half an hour later, Feng Wanqing's eyelids moved slightly, and she slowly opened her eyes. Her eyes were a little confused, and she asked softly, "Where is this?"

Liu Jun hurried forward and said softly, "Master's Wife, you are awake. This is the Nanjiang City Lord's Mansion. You were injured and unconscious before, and we gave you medicine."

Feng Wanqing's vision gradually became clear, and what came into view was Liu Jun's familiar and slightly anxious face. Her thoughts had not yet fully recovered from her coma, and her mind was in chaos, as if she was in a dream. However, when she heard the three words "Nanjiang City", her heart was shocked and her consciousness instantly became much clearer.

"Nanjiang City? You, why are you here? You are making trouble. You have become the new God King. Why don't you stay in God King City? What are you doing here? Cough. Cough." Feng Wanqing said anxiously, with a hint of hoarseness in her voice. It was obviously because she had just woken up and her throat was still a little dry. She was very emotional, her chest was heaving violently, and she coughed continuously, as if she was going to cough out her lungs.

Seeing this, Liu Jun gently comforted him, "Well, don't be angry. This medicine has just taken effect. Your injury is unstable. Don't worry."

There was a hint of helplessness in his tone, and it was obvious that he had long been accustomed to the temper of his master's wife. Feng Wanqing's face flushed red, and she was shaking with anger. Her eyes were full of anxiety and worry, and she said in a trembling voice: "How can I not be anxious? Do you know that once the news that you become the new God King and appear here spreads, how many people will come to kill you!"

"Master's wife, Master's wife, please listen to me. Do I look like someone who would fight a battle without confidence?" Liu Jun said helplessly, with a hint of confidence in his tone.

Feng Wanqing calmed down a little after hearing this, but the worry in her eyes still did not dissipate. She took a deep breath, trying to calm herself down, and then slowly said: "I know you are always smart and steady. But this time is different. You are already the new God King, and your identity is very important. Nanjiang City is far away from God King City, the forces are complicated, and it is still in a state of war. Once outsiders know your identity, the consequences will be disastrous."

Liu Jun nodded and said solemnly, "Master's wife, don't worry. I didn't come to Nanjiang City on impulse this time. I have my plan, and I have made all the preparations."

Feng Wanqing sighed. Although she was still a little uneasy, she also knew that her current physical condition would not allow her to be of any help.

Liu Jun looked at his master's wife's tired face and felt distressed, but he still had things to do and couldn't stay here all the time. He could only get rid of Xu Baoer and help look after her for a while.

After saying hello to his master's wife, Liu Jun walked out of the room, his expression instantly becoming serious. He looked up into the distance, a hint of coldness flashing in his eyes.

"The bait has been put down, the fish should be coming." Liu Jun murmured in a low voice, then walked towards the hall of the City Lord's Mansion.

At the same time, in a dark corner of Nanjiang City, several shadows were quietly gathering together. Their eyes were cold, as if they were waiting for a certain opportunity to come.

“The news has been confirmed. The new God King has indeed arrived in Nanjiang City, and he is indeed less than half a step into the God King realm.” One of them whispered, with a hint of excitement and greed in his voice.

"Humph, God is really helping me. As long as we kill him, we will become famous in one fell swoop. By then, you and I will definitely become guests of honor in the Palace of the Gods," another person sneered, with a hint of murderous intent in his eyes.

"Don't be careless. Although the new God King is not very powerful, General Nie Yun is a powerful character. We must be fully prepared to hit him with one blow." The third person said in a deep voice, with a hint of caution in his tone.

They looked at each other, then dispersed and disappeared into the darkness.

The night in Nanjiang City was still as peaceful as water, but beneath the calm surface, undercurrents were surging. A huge storm was quietly brewing.

At this time, in the hall of the City Lord's Mansion, the City Lord of Nanjiang City was still with General Zhennan Nie Yun, Military Advisor Chu Liuying and other important officials, who were trying to persuade Liu Jun to return to Shenwang City.

In the meeting hall of the Divine King City, the atmosphere was solemn and tense. General Nie Yun stood in the center of the hall, looking firmly at the new Divine King Liu Jun, and once again put forward his suggestion: "Your Majesty, I still think that you should return to the Divine King City while the enemy is still in chaos and has not formed an effective encirclement."

Liu Jun sat on the high throne, his eyes were sharp as torches, and he scanned the generals present. His voice was calm and powerful: "Is this the opinion of all of you?"

All the generals answered in unison: "Yes."

Liu Jun nodded slightly, then said directly: "Not accepted."

The hall was suddenly silent, and the generals looked at each other, their hearts full of doubts. The personality of this new God King was indeed different. Their earnest advice was only met with a simple "not accepted", without even a reason given.

Just as everyone was feeling anxious, Liu Jun turned his gaze to Huo Ming who was standing nearby. Huo Ming was the younger brother of Huo Qing, the general of the Jihuo Army. He had been beaten up because of Liu Jun's deception. At this moment, he stood nearby with a serious expression.

Liu Jun gave the order: "Huo Ming, take your men to set up the sky rockets on the city wall. Don't save spirit stones. If the enemy dares to gather within the cannon's range, fire a few shots at them."

Huo Ming immediately accepted the order and turned to leave. His steps were firm, and his heart was full of trust and awe for Liu Jun. Although his position was still not as high as his brother's, he was already a general, just one step short, and all this was given by Liu Jun, although he was almost beaten to death at that time.

The generals watched Huo Ming's departing figure, and gradually understood the intention of Liu Jun, the new God King. Although the enemy was temporarily in chaos, if they retreated rashly, it might give the enemy an opportunity to take advantage. Liu Jun chose to hold on here and use the powerful firepower of the sky rocket to intimidate the enemy. This was a brilliant strategy of using offense as defense, and it was paving the way for the subsequent counterattack.

(End of this chapter)