Dragon Clan: I am Lu Mingfei, the Intelligence Strategist, the God of Concepts!

Chapter 211 Black King's Authority, Do You Want to Merge with Your Brother?
Within Old Tang's consciousness space.

Norton's body stretched out completely, transforming into a giant dragon over fifty meters long. It soared and twisted its body into bizarre shapes, with its dragon wings on its back like metal blades that blotted out the sky, whipping up gusts of wind.

He was venting his inner turmoil—like a quirky young man.

There was no boundary between the earth and the sky in this space, nor were there any obstacles, otherwise Lu Mingfei really suspected that Norton would have slammed his head against the ground right now.

Lu Mingfei, on the other hand, was seriously considering the information revealed by Norton.

"The Black King...is back?"

"Using supreme authority to erase his memory?"

"Does the Black King possess the power to obliterate the underlying rules?"

……

for a long time.

Norton stopped his frantic roar and gradually calmed down. "You mean, you've mastered the rules of the world's foundation?"

"That's right." Lu Mingfei nodded.

"Who authorized you?" Norton stared at Lu Mingfei.

"This……"

Lu Mingfei frowned.

Who authorized him? That's a good question. Theoretically speaking, apart from 'Gqotoh' which might be considered authorized by the system, the 'Spirit' dragon rune and the 'Judgment' dragon rune were both self-taught through his own talent and hard work.

To be honest, Lu Mingfei knew that the 'underlying rules' he had deduced from Long Wen were quite remarkable.

But judging from Norton's words now, it seems he still underestimates the significance of this matter?

Lu Mingfei shook his head: "I don't understand what kind of authorization you're talking about, or do you mean authority, or the manifestation of ancient authority?"

“Authorization is authorization, and Primordial Power Realization is Primordial Power Realization,” Norton said in a deep voice. “There is some overlap between the two, but they are not the same thing in some areas.”

"In certain fields? Which fields?" Lu Mingfei pressed.

"Uh...which fields?"

Norton was stunned, a hint of confusion flashing in his golden eyes. He also wanted to know which areas... he forgot.

Seeing this, Lu Mingfei became increasingly interested.

Compared to the confident Jormungandr who seemed to know a lot at first glance, Norton, who seemed to have only a superficial understanding, was able to provide him with more information.

The true...hidden past of the Dragon Age!

After thinking for a moment, Lu Mingfei changed his question: "You just said that the Black King possessed supreme authority to erase your memories? What does this supreme authority refer to? Absolute power? Or something else?"

Norton, firmly grasping the important memories stored in his mind, answered cautiously:

"The Black King certainly possesses absolute power, but beyond that, he is also the creator, the source of the world. We are merely his descendants, and both our authority and bloodline power come from the Black King's gifts."

“But, but…” Norton suddenly frowned.

The words were on the tip of my tongue when I suddenly stopped.

"The authority of the fifth element, beyond earth, water, wind, and fire?" Lu Mingfei tentatively suggested.

Norton frowned: "No, no... You mean the power of the spiritual elements? Before creating us eight brothers and sisters, the Black King created the White King. Even we have to admit that among the dragon kings, apart from the high and mighty Black King, the White King's status is the highest. It is the Black King's greatest creation."

He completely forgot what he was going to say; he almost said it anyway.

"Why don't you take a look at the history of the dragon race?"

Lu Mingfei suggested, "Maybe this can help alleviate your amnesia. I know a little bit about it, let's see if it matches up."

"Well... alright." Norton thought for a moment and agreed with Lu Mingfei's suggestion.
“Then let me start with the White King. In an era in our dragon race’s history known as ‘Dual Rule,’ the Black King was the supreme emperor, and the White King was the high priest who assisted the Black King. This position was very important, and I was the second high priest…”

Norton gave a brief overview of the history of the dragons.

Lu Mingfei listened attentively; this was largely consistent with the history he had learned from Jormungandr.

In the history of the dragon race, the Black King is the source of everything. The Black King is the original creator who created dragons, invented dragon script, and established all order in the world.

Later, for some reason, the Black King created the first primordial species, the White King, who could also be considered the 'zeroth generation species,' through its own splitting. This ushered in an era known as 'dual-kingdom rule,' where the Black King became the leader of the dragons as the progenitor, while the White King assisted it as a priest.

It was a peaceful and glorious era. Even the naturally violent dragons dared not easily provoke war. Majesty radiated from the black and white thrones located on the far north continent, and the dragon nobles groveled under the high pressure of power.

At the end of the 'Dual Rule' era, the White King launched a rebellion, which was also the largest rebellion in the history of the dragons. One-third of the dragons became rebels. After the Black King suppressed the rebellion, he recorded the fate of the rebels with a towering bronze pillar and nailed the White King to it. This is the fragment of the Ice Sea Bronze Pillar that the Secret Party once found in Greenland.

"First came the White King, then the four great kings..."

Lu Mingfei nodded.

"Before the four kings, the dragon race had another era, an era that was divided by the White King."

Norton solemnly said, "That's right. That era ended with the death of the White King. She led a third of the dragons in a rebellion, which severely weakened the entire dragon race. After that, the Black King split off us, who represent the four elements of earth, water, wind, and fire, and we began another era of the dragon race as twins."

"However, according to my investigation, the White King's rebellion affected the 'Old Dragon Clan' the most, while the Black King was not harmed at all during the suppression of the White King's rebellion."

Norton suddenly emphasized that,
"In the final showdown with the White King, the Black King defeated the White King effortlessly."

Lu Mingfei frowned. "What are you trying to say?"

Norton said in a low voice, “What I mean is that the White King himself, in all the books, whether the books of the new era or the books of the old era, is described as the Black King’s greatest creation—the Black King created something that is equal to himself.”

The White King perfectly inherited the Black King's 'spiritual' authority.

"Before the rebellion, including the Black King's own account and the consensus among everyone, the White King was capable of challenging the Black King's authority, which is why one-third of the dragons joined the rebellion, hoping to usher in a new era."

"However, she still lost without any suspense, and had almost no chance to fight back."

Lu Mingfei suddenly recalled the image of the ocean being divided: "Does this mean that the four elements of earth, water, wind, and fire have an overwhelming effect on the spiritual element...? That doesn't make sense, does it?"

Norton corrected, "Strictly speaking, the four elements of earth, water, wind, and fire are equivalent to the spiritual element. A single element may be weaker than 'spirit' to some extent because the latter is more comprehensive. The reason why the White King completely overwhelms us and is hailed as being on par with the Black King is because of the power she wields..."

He suddenly shut up, his eyes filled with surprise and doubt.

"More?" Lu Mingfei replied.

Norton gave a wry smile. "You could say that... Well, after listening to your retelling of this history, I do remember what I was originally going to say."

"Supreme authority is a literal reference."

"It transcends the five elements of 'earth, water, wind, fire, and spirit,' and is the true authority of the Black King!"

……

Within their shared consciousness, the two fell into silence.

"I can't believe I almost forgot such important information."

After a moment, Norton spoke softly.

"This should have been recorded deep within my bloodline... I now believe I have forgotten much more important information."

He tried to think further about the details of the 'Black King's Authority', but found it difficult to recall anything.

Logically, the Black King wouldn't reveal this information to anyone; it was analyzed by the Dragon Kings using their wisdom... The eight Dragon Kings should have analyzed it back then, and analyzed it very thoroughly, which is why the Black King ultimately perished. Even if the Black King wanted to die, Norton can't remember anything now...

Under the interference of some force.

Lu Mingfei breathed a sigh of relief: "Okay, let's talk about cooperation now."

"What do you want?" Norton asked Lu Mingfei in silence.

Lu Mingfei said, "Since it's a cooperation, of course we should each have what we need. Don't say 'I want this', that would make it seem like I'm forcing you. After all, we have no past grudges or recent hatred. I have already made a blood pact with Jormungandr. If we can also reach a cooperation agreement, then it would naturally be a win-win situation."

"Are you really not the White King?" Norton couldn't help but ask again.

“It shouldn’t be… I’m not sure,” Lu Mingfei said ‘honestly.’ “But anyway, as long as I’m not the Black King, we have a basis for cooperation, right? You can state your conditions first.”

Norton was speechless. Even if Lu Mingfei was the Black King, it seemed he had no choice but to 'cooperate'.

“I have only one condition: my brother,” Norton said in a deep voice.

"You want your brother? Constantine?"

Lu Mingfei stroked his chin, not particularly surprised—Old Tang's initial panel showed that this guy was a well-known 'brother-complex'.

“Yes, my only request is that my brother be safe and sound.” Norton stared intently at Lu Mingfei.

"It doesn't sound difficult."

Lu Mingfei pondered for a moment. If he remembered correctly, Jormungandr and Constantine had signed a blood pact and were in the same boat. His alliance with Jormungandr was essentially the same as his alliance with Constantine. The enemy of my enemy is my friend, and the friend of my friend is also my friend. We should develop as many friends as possible.

"No, it's not that simple."

Norton said in a low voice, "Do you know why I've gotten myself into this predicament?"

"…Tell me more."

……

In the real world, there is an underground alchemy laboratory.

Lu Mingfei slowly removed his hand from the back of Lao Tang's head, the golden light in his pupils gradually receding as he digested everything Norton had just told him.

"Brother! What did you say?!" Old Tang opened his eyes and asked nervously.

Even with his mastery of the 'spiritual' realm, he was still unable to delve into his own consciousness space to eavesdrop on Lu Mingfei and Norton's conversation. He only knew that the two were having a great time chatting, looking like they had known each other for a long time.

"There's good news and bad news," Lu Mingfei said slowly. "The bad news is that you don't have much time left."

"what!?"

Old Tang was almost dumbfounded. He flipped over and grabbed Lu Mingfei's leg.

"Doctor, please help me! Give me any order! I'll do anything!"

"Can you really do everything?" Lu Mingfei asked hesitantly.

"real!"

Old Tang looked resolute; he was willing to do anything to survive!

“Very well, I command you to become the King of Bronze and Fire,” Lu Mingfei said.

"?"

……

"I?"

"become?"

Old Tang stared at Lu Mingfei in disbelief, his fingers trembling as he poked his chin.

"The King of Bronze and Fire!?"

“That’s right, this is the best condition I’ve secured for you. Norton will be your teacher from now on,” Lu Mingfei said, spreading his hands. “He will teach you to become the King of Bronze and Fire, instead of you being assimilated and replaced by Norton.”

"Within six months, you must master the full power of this body, at least to the point of being able to suppress your dragon-like personality instincts."

"Then...what about him?" Old Tang asked blankly, not understanding, but asking a crucial question.

“Norton plans to go find his brother. He doesn’t want to merge with you; he wants to merge with his brother,” Lu Mingfei said.

"What the heck??" An even bigger question mark appeared above Old Tang's head.

"In short, you've been rejected." Lu Mingfei patted Lao Tang on the shoulder.

Old Tang: "..."

Ten minutes later, Lu Mingfei finally explained the whole story to Lao Tang.

I also took the opportunity to review Norton's ideas for myself.

During his cocooning and resurrection, the Bronze and Fire King encountered some unfortunate events. Although, according to Norton's experience, the Dragon King would encounter various hardships each time he resurrected from his cocoon, this time, resurrected at the end of the 20th century, he suffered an unprecedented blow and was even forced to separate from Constantine.

Norton believes that his recovery may have been 'monitored' throughout.

So he decided to play along and deliberately let his consciousness sink into a deeper state of slumber.
In other words, the body he conjured this time was used as a sacrifice, so that Norton could get away at any time, preserve his original spiritual power, and minimize the loss.

The 'Old Tang' personality, which emerged independently during this period of vacancy, is neither dead nor alive.

But as a seasoned "brother-obsessed" person, Norton didn't care about his own well-being, but his brother absolutely couldn't be in trouble.

So, by chance, Norton hoped to collaborate with Lu Mingfei, who clearly had an extraordinary background. Lu Mingfei went to Constantine's slumbering place and fed him 'Norton' before he awoke.

Yes, Norton actively wanted to be eaten by Constantine.

Norton now realizes the extraordinary significance of this era, but it's too late for him to regenerate his body. The best way to protect his brother is to let him devour his own primordial spiritual power and achieve his ultimate form.

In return, Norton agreed to two conditions set by Lu Mingfei:

First, Norton will share all his knowledge about alchemy. During the process of being devoured by Constantine, Norton will extract the 'key' to alchemy that he possesses and give it to Lu Mingfei.
Secondly, it helps Lao Tang master the power of this body before the final safe period, which is about six months.

Both parties reached an agreement.

Lu Mingfei and Norton forged a blood pact within the space of consciousness.

……

"This is... way too selfless!" Old Tang muttered to himself.

"Maybe you've watched too much Naruto, and that's influenced him."

Lu Mingfei made a chicken claw gesture, "Help my brother one last time, you know... this guy probably wanted to do this a long time ago." Old Tang's lips twitched involuntarily: "Then now am I a human vessel?"

"Yes, he will teach you how to use the power of this body. He won't possess you. If necessary, he can even lend you his spiritual power so that if you die, he won't die with you."

Lu Mingfei paused, then added, "However, unlike the Jinchuriki of the Tailed Beasts, you are your own Jinchuriki."

"But... according to you, am I not his other personality? Are you sure I won't end up as part of the soup and be drunk along with him?" Old Tang said nervously.

"Hey, it's just dissociative identity surgery, it's not something anyone can do with just a few hands,"

Lu Mingfei made a surgical gesture on Old Tang's head.
"It's like you're a tumor on his body, and I'm cutting you off. Norton has done research on this, and so have I... Don't worry, I'm a professional."

"what?"

Old Tang couldn't help but look terrified again.

"Alright, enough talk." Lu Mingfei paused and said, "Are you ready to meet your true self?"

……

Half an hour later.

Lu Mingfei passed on the techniques Norton provided to Old Tang.

"This is a backdoor to your consciousness. Give it a try. Don't worry, it won't eat you."

Old Tang trembled as he closed his eyes, gradually calming his mind and entering his own consciousness.

In the form of a human being.

It appeared in the middle of a lightless and colorless space. It was the first time Old Tang had entered this place. He stared in horror at the dragon-shaped ball of light that was as big as a mountain. Oh no! His megalophobia was kicking in.

Norton also stared at Old Tang, his expression complex...

Oh shit!

If it weren't for a last resort, who would willingly give up their own body? It's clear they feel incredibly proud of themselves!
Seemingly aware of the 'fragility' of her own personality,
Norton took a deep breath, suppressing his imposing aura and trying to maintain the most friendly demeanor: "Hello."

However, Norton's voice remained completely calm, yet to Old Tang's ears it sounded like a thunderclap.

It pierced through his consciousness in an instant.

"Ow—"

Old Tang let out a miserable cry as his consciousness was expelled. He opened his eyes, still shaken, like Sadako whose yang energy had been drained.

"Ming... Brother, didn't you say... you'd be my teacher? Why did he kick me out?"

"He didn't kick you out."

Lu Mingfei patted him on the shoulder sympathetically.

"You are too weak."

Once the separation was complete, Old Tang's true colors were instantly revealed in front of Norton, something both sides had anticipated.

"Keep trying, try talking to him first."

Lu Mingfei encouraged him.

……

Let Lao Tang persevere and work hard alone in the basement.

Lu Mingfei went back upstairs.

Erii was a little hungover, and Zero was taking care of her. Su Xiaoqiang and Nuwa were watching TV casually.

Hearing Lu Mingfei come upstairs,

Nuwa sprang up from the sofa with a somersault, leaned closer, and said, "So, how's that guy's problem..."

"Just let him play by himself."

Lu Mingfei nodded slightly. He didn't intend to reveal too much until Old Tang's problem was completely resolved.

"Phew, okay," Nuwa said. "By the way, someone called just now, and I told her you were busy."

"Who?"

Lu Mingfei raised an eyebrow, noticing Nuwa's strange expression: "Wait, male or female?"

"I guess... it's a woman? Judging from her voice, she might be quite pretty," Nuwa said casually.

"Is the surname Gauttingen or Laurent?"

"Tsk, guess?"

Lu Mingfei pondered for a few seconds, "Too lazy to guess, it's not important."

Nuwa's expression immediately brightened, and Su Xiaoqiang, who was pretending to watch TV on the sofa, chuckled.

"Alright, then go take a shower. You smell like barbecue."

Nuwa chuckled and sniffed Lu Mingfei's neck, looking utterly disgusted.

Lu Mingfei shrank back a little awkwardly, glancing in the direction of the restroom, where his clothes had already been prepared.

"it is good."

She changed into her slippers as she walked over.

Lu Mingfei was completely unaware that Su Xiaoqiang and Nuwa were having a silent brainwave exchange behind him.

……

The bathroom features a Greek-style marble bathtub surrounded by steam.

Lu Mingfei lay in the pool, his eyes slightly closed, enjoying a moment of comfort.

He could guess who was calling.

Charlotte Gottingen, or Elizabeth Laurent, it's just these two people.

This generation of the Secret Service's elders' council, or school board, consists of seven families. These two young ladies are the representatives of the Göttingen and Laurent families, respectively.

He was also an ally that Angers introduced to him.

They are all very young, beautiful and wonderful girls – Angers' own words.

Well, although I'm reluctant to admit it, this old guy does have some charm. Angers always wears a sharp suit, his gray curly hair is neatly combed, he wears a rose in his boutonniere, and he has a sunny and cheerful personality.

It would be strange if he didn't attract girls.

With the support of the Laurent and Göttingen families, and the vacancy of Suenxi's position, Angers, as the principal, wielded considerable power at Kassel College, and virtually no one could control him.

This trip to Europe,

Angers suggested that Lu Mingfei find an opportunity to get in touch with the two ladies.

Lu Mingfei plans to hold a meeting at the Oliveira family headquarters the day after tomorrow to eliminate all the mixed-blood forces that cooperate with the orthodox lineage in one fell swoop.

As for the phone call... what important things are said over the phone? If you didn't answer, you didn't answer.

On the contrary, Lu Mingfei is now a little worried about Angers.

Old Tang was powerless against Norton... Chu Zihang was also kneaded into a dough in Jormungandr's hands.

The difference between humans and the Dragon King on a spiritual level is so great.

So, Angers is the egg marked by the King of the Sky and the Wind.

Can he defeat a Dragon King?

……

After soaking in the bath for a while, Lu Mingfei climbed out of the pool and dried himself off.

I put on my pajamas; it was quiet outside.

The TV in the living room was off, and the sofa was empty.

"Everyone's asleep."

It was getting late, Lu Mingfei muttered to himself, yawning as sleepiness washed over him.

He turned around and went back to his room.

This outpost appears to be a multi-story building, but its interior is decorated like a luxury hotel, and it has no shortage of rooms.

When Lu Mingfei returned to Binhai some time ago, he had already triggered the Little White Rabbit Gift Pack and naturally received the key to a long-vacant villa inside the Peacock Mansion.

At that time, Lu Mingfei chose to reflect and did not sleep in the same room with anyone in front of anyone.

Fortunately, there were enough rooms in the villa, and everyone could get their own room. As the saying goes, it's not scarcity that's the problem, but inequality. As long as the monks didn't drink water, they were all satisfied.

This time is no exception.

Aside from Old Tang starting his enjoyable electric shock life, Norton probably won't let him sleep for at least six months.

The four girls and Lu Mingfei each lived in different rooms upstairs.

Each person has their own room, and everything is in disarray.

"Oh well, as long as they're safe and sound."

Lu Mingfei muttered something to himself and pushed open his bedroom door.

Too lazy to turn on the light in the dark, I closed the door and turned the handle, locking it with a click.

She shuffled to the soft bed in her slippers and jumped onto it.

bang——

"what?"

Lu Mingfei felt as if he had pressed down on something that was both soft and hard.

At this moment, in the quiet darkness.

"Woo——"

A sound that shouldn't have been heard rang out, low and muffled, as if something was being suppressed.

Lu Mingfei's expression froze instantly.

isn't it...

He leaped off the bed in an instant, like a tiger descending a mountain.

pat-

He casually turned on the bedside light switch, and carefully pulled at the silk quilt. Lu Mingfei immediately saw what was on the bed.

Su... Su Xiaoqiang?

Lu Mingfei was stunned.

She was wearing a nightgown, her eyes closed, her long, black hair like snow-white satin, revealing a large expanse of her neckline, which under the light resembled white, lustrous mutton fat jade soaked in water.

"I...I went into the wrong room, don't shout! Don't shout!"

Lu Mingfei was so scared he almost peed his pants. Without thinking twice, he turned and ran.

"I didn't scream."

Su Xiaoqiang suddenly opened her eyes, sat up in bed, and gathered her long hair, which was scattered all over her body, behind her head.

"You're not in the wrong room, this is your room... Hey! If you run any further, I'm going to yell!" Su Xiaoqiang glared fiercely at Lu Mingfei, who had already reached the door, and raised her voice slightly.

Lu Mingfei had no choice but to stand still.

"You, come back!" Su Xiaoqiang whispered sharply.
Lu Mingfei slowly turned around and moved slowly, keeping his head down the whole time, not daring to look at Su Xiaoqiang at all—she was wearing a thin white slip dress, which was slightly see-through, and he was not sure if she was wearing a strapless bra from the brief glimpse he had just caught.

But the skirt seemed a bit short. Upon closer inspection, one could see slender calves and strong thighs, with rounded toes slightly curled up, and faint blue veins visible.

Damn it... Where's my blood? Where the hell is it flowing?
The room suddenly fell into dead silence.

Su Xiaoqiang took deep breaths, recalling her conversation with Sister Nuwa that evening. Her cheeks flushed red, her ears burned, and even her body was flushed with a faint pink hue.

"Raise your head," she commanded like an empress.

"...Open your eyes!"

Lu Mingfei's eyes widened instinctively as he saw Su Xiaoqiang, her entire body flushed red, and the slightly transparent bra strap next to her white tank top, shimmering under the light.

I breathed a sigh of relief; I had misread it. It wasn't that kind of red.

"Why did you lock the door?" Su Xiaoqiang asked in a dry voice.

"...I didn't know you were here." Lu Mingfei's voice was also dry. "Uh, by the way, how did you suddenly end up in my room? What do you want?"

"Yes!"

Su Xiaoqiang's body trembled slightly, and her face flushed again, but her eyes were fixed on him.

"is it not OK?"

Lu Mingfei was stunned for a moment, then his eyes widened suddenly: "Hmm...hmm?"

(End of this chapter)