Rapid To Smooth

~~6010 Years Into Training~~

The situation had been a bit hectic at first. Given that there was a sudden change in the flow of things. However, after 10 years of the new strategy… All of the major kinks in the system had been addressed and now it ran smoothly. 

"Husband's idea this time initially made a river with rapids. And now it's like a calm and steady flow. It's impressive how much things have changed as a result of 10 years." Qing Ning said, hovering next to Lei Jin. 

"It may have been confusing 10 years ago. But the improvement is perfect. My Human Race is different from that of the Monster Race, Demon Race and Ancient Divine Spirit races. A fundamental difference is we have no innate Dao. And every single one of us is different from the next. Even if the difference is small, it is still there. Others may see this as a shortfall of our race. I think otherwise." Lei Jin smiled, giving Qing Ning a kiss. 

"Husband is right. The differences are enough to make up for our weaknesses. Alone even a 9th rank will struggle. But together even 5th ranks can bare their teeth at the Ink Clan. Everyone has their own role to play. A result of their own strengths. And it provides new insight on things we had previously thought were completely understood." Qing Ning said. "By the way, there are several women who have yet to dare find a partner. When do you want to announce it officially?" She added, giving Lei Jin a kiss in return. 

"Once we reach 7000 years I'll see what the situation is. But I will not confirm anything any earlier than that. You and the others may do it as much as you wish now though. And you can even decide on several now if you like. Just, don't say I've confirmed it yet. I still want to use it as a way to increase the morale of the Army. Once it is confirmed… There will be a massive shift in mentality." Lei Jin explained. "So only when I am certain that everyone can keep their minds on killing the Ink Clan, will I reveal the truth about that rumor. I don't relish the idea of sisters clashing with each other. Especially given the number of enemies we face." He added. 

"How many exactly? You've said it's a lot. But even you wouldn't act like this if it was just the number you said. Even if they had a hundred Ink Giant Spirit Gods. You wouldn't put it in your eyes." Xin Xia said, sitting on Lei Jin's lap facing him, and wrapping her legs around his waist. 

"There will be at least millions of Royal Lords. Perhaps tens of millions of them. And then you can work out the rest of the size from there. With the ratio they have by the time we start mentioning Feudal Lords… they already number in the billions. And that's a hopeful estimate. But I made that judgment back when I just broke through to the Limitless Heaven realm. And now that I'm as strong as this… I fear my estimate might have been wrong." Lei Jin whispered. 

"I see… That truly is a bit overwhelming. Even when considering all of our strength combined we only number less than 100 million. And managing such a large army is difficult." Xin Xia said. "But, I know we can do it. After all, Mother and father-in-law are watching us from beyond. I'm sure that they are quite happy with the result so far. They will surely continue to watch over us." She added, kissing Lei Jin with a great passion. 

"I am quite lucky. I have so many beautiful wives who cherish me deeply. And have given me many wonderful children." Lei Jin said, after that kiss was over. "As far as the number of enemies goes… The worst case scenario is I bring out my 1st and 2nd generation disciples from my Inner Domain. My 1st generation Disciples at that time will be more than enough to handle any Ink Giant Spirit God that would dare to appear. Even just one of them would be enough to match several of them." He continued. "But, it's better for this to be resolved by us. I'll make the final determination after I see what a 10th rank Open Heaven can pull off." He added. 

"Brother Yang Kai is quite promising. From what I understand of the strength he has demonstrated so far. He is undoubtedly capable of dealing with an Ink Giant Spirit God on his own. He is also very close to reaching the pinnacle of the 9th rank. He really is a genius of the Open Heaven Realm." Qing Ning mentioned. 

"That's good, it's just… a shame. The Open Heaven Realm is simply a Method. Where as the Limitless Heaven Realm… Feels more like a natural Realm. He is one of the few people who could have reached this realm directly from the great emperor realm. The more I see the difference. They understand that the Open Heaven Realm is meant as a boost in strength and qualifications to bridge the gap between these realms. Truly unfortunate." Lei Jin sighed. 

"It's fine, we know he wasn't the only one. Several of us sisters had similar abilities, though to a lesser extent. It was just your methods had not been created yet. So there was no way to take advantage of them. So no need to beat yourself up about it. There will be a day when we reach the Limitless Heaven Realm." Xin Xia said, with her hands holding Lei Jin's cheeks. 

"I know this, and it can't be helped. So we can only continue pressing forward. I'll give some more pointers on the 10th rank after another several hundred years. I want to see if some can gain its insight first. I'll say this, once you understand it, you'll know you understand it. It is the key to entering the Limitless Heaven Realm. So there will naturally be a change. So pay attention to that while you practice." Lei Jin said. 

"Good, then us sisters will take our leave. We're going to practice some more and probably make a few selections with Sister Ruo Xi. Though I hope we don't go over the limit… There are many decent candidates after all." Qing Ning giggled.