[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-dimension-park-i-am-the-summoning-apostle":3,"chapter-dimension-park-i-am-the-summoning-apostle-dimension-park-i-am-the-summoning-apostle-chapter-138":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"chinese","Dimension Park: I Am the Summoning Apostle",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},2279155,4458,"Chapter 138: The Second Pact","dimension-park-i-am-the-summoning-apostle-chapter-138",138,"\u003Cp>After the incident at Jin Feng Tower where he repaid a debt, Chu Danqing arrived safely at the border and met Xiong Zhigang.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The news of Chu Danqing resigning from his post in the capital and the million-gold bounty had spread like wildfire.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xiong Zhigang knew every detail clearly and had prepared accordingly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Master Chu, you’ve just thrown away your power that once dominated the court,” Xiong Zhigang teased upon seeing Chu Danqing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He actually supported Chu Danqing’s resignation; despite Chu’s formidable presence, a powerful minister under a weak ruler rarely ends well.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Danqing’s safe withdrawal was precisely due to his decisiveness.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“You know, I went to the capital just to earn a living,” Chu Danqing shrugged with feigned helplessness: “Who knew fate would lift me so high?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“It nearly scared me to death.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“So I took the first chance to run,” Chu Danqing joked with Xiong Zhigang.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I wish I could be as carefree as you, Master Chu,” Xiong Zhigang’s smile gradually turned serious: “But I can’t leave.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Lately, Susen’s movements have grown increasingly bold—they seem ready to invade south again.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“It seems tied to the collapse of the million-gold bounty,” Xiong Zhigang said.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even though Chu Danqing resigned, Susen feared he might return to power at any moment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, he’s still young—not some decrepit old man.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Since they know he’s a threat, they must eliminate him quickly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Conveniently, Chu Danqing and Xiong Zhigang have now converged; if Susen could kill both at once, even if they couldn’t march straight in, they’d severely crush Taichang’s morale.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Don’t worry—one of my reasons for coming here is to resolve this,” Chu Danqing said. He hadn’t come just to discuss the Blood Oath Pact—he also came for revenge.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Can you make Susen retreat?” Xiong Zhigang’s eyes widened instantly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>【Hidden Quest: Make Susen retreat within three days】\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>【Trial Difficulty: A-Rank (Hero)】\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>【Trial Reward: Paradise Points ×10000, Attribute Points +4】\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>【Trial Failure: Paradise Points -20000, Random Attribute -1】\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As soon as Xiong Zhigang asked, the quest appeared.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I can.” Chu Danqing accepted the quest and replied to Xiong Zhigang.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The difficulty isn’t high—I can just pay Guo Ming to act.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I’ll go with Guo Ming, put a knife to Susen’s emperor’s throat, and order him to retreat.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If that fails, I’ll bind the royal family and ministers together and threaten them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I’ll also find out which bastard has been targeting me and kill him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Danqing won’t slaughter indiscriminately in Susen.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The reason is simple: Susen people are people too—he prefers peaceful coexistence.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If Taichang launched a war, he’d do the same.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Whoever wins, the benefits always go to the elite; the cost is always paid by ordinary people.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He knows war spurs development, but that development is built on the corpses of ordinary people.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Some always stand from the perspective of the privileged and call it a necessary sacrifice.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But in truth, the vast majority are ordinary people paying the cost—not the privileged.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Danqing was born ordinary—why should he defend the interests of the privileged?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A speck of dust from an era lands on an ordinary person like a mountain—let alone a brutal war.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Whether eliminating bandits or rooting out spies, it’s all to give ordinary people a better life.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Had he had more time to clean up afterward, his methods would’ve been far harsher and more radical.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Not some patchwork repairman.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Today? Tomorrow—I’ll figure out how to make them retreat tomorrow,” Chu Danqing had planned to resolve it today.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But when he looked at the sky, it was nearly dark, and he’d traveled all day—he needed rest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Besides, with Guo Ming here, there’s no rush.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then Chu Danqing explained the Blood Oath Pact to Xiong Zhigang, naturally omitting the Paradise portion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xiong Zhigang thought for a moment, his face filled with resignation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I’m willing to sign this oath,” Xiong Zhigang said: “But I hold a critical post—I can’t leave for long, nor respond at will.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“If Master Chu summons me and I can’t respond in time, what then?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He was willing to help, but he wasn’t as free as Guo Ming, who could respond anytime.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Guo Ming only needs to focus on cultivation; as for training?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He’s been traveling and training for years since leaving home, and he’s still just an ordinary man—his experience and insight are already sufficient.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“That can be resolved,” Chu Danqing said: “I suspect the young emperor plans to replace you.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“After all, you’re close to me, and he’s so controlling—he won’t trust you.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“He might recall you to the capital right after we push back Susen,” Chu Danqing said.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xiong Zhigang had little contact with the young emperor, only heard he had the appearance of wisdom.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Danqing had dealt with him more—he knew exactly what kind of man he was.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With Xiong Zhigang holding border military power, the young emperor would never feel secure.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And with Chu Danqing’s actions this time, Susen will likely cease hostilities for at least three years, creating more room to maneuver.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“This…” Xiong Zhigang didn’t think himself irreplaceable—only that the young emperor was acting so hastily.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He believed Chu Danqing’s words without doubt.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Very well—I’ll sign the pact with you now. If I’m recalled to the capital, I’ll resign and retire.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“To lend you a hand!” Xiong Zhigang agreed immediately.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After returning to the capital, his abilities would be useless—better to go back than stay idle.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Danqing naturally wouldn’t refuse—he’d observe Xiong Zhigang’s situation later to decide whether to cultivate him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He cultivates real gold and silver, not empty words.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Each summon costs money—the cost is right there.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After completing the signing, Chu Danqing quietly opened Xiong Zhigang’s attribute panel to check.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>【Blood Oath Pact · No.2】\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>【Attributes】\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>【Health: 100%】\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>【Internal Qi: 450】\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>【Strength: 6】\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>【Agility: 6】\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>【Constitution: 6】\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>【Spirit: 10】\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>【Perception: 10】\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>【Talent】\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>【Internal Solidification, External Stabilization】\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>【Skills】\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>【Fei Xiong Soldier Manual (Legacy) LV.7】\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>【Military Fundamentals LV.MAX】\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>【Military Proficiency LV.1】\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>【Tactics Fundamentals LV.MAX】\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>【Tactics Proficiency LV.1】\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>【Blade Technique Fundamentals LV.2】\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>【Night Battle Eight Directions Blade (Active) LV.2】\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>【Equipment】\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>【Ten Strategies for Pacifying the Frontier · Fragment (Common)】\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Danqing glanced at the panel and realized Xiong Zhigang had a talent—he was truly exceptional.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As for the basic skills, they differed from combat-oriented fundamentals.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>To Chu Danqing, they were a waste of talent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Only summoner or lord-type disciples in a legion-focused path could fully utilize them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He even had a built-in talent—his potential surpassed Guo Ming’s.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>To unleash his full potential, he needed a suitable summoner or lord disciple.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As for Chu Danqing pursuing a legion path—he wanted to, but lacked the necessary resources.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He needed a complete skill system.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even now, Chu Danqing was still in the foundational stage—he didn’t need to worry about his future path yet.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Besides, it’s not the path that’s strong—it’s the person.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Following someone else’s growth route won’t grant you their achievements.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rather than imitating others’ paths, Chu Danqing wanted to forge his own.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, something built and created by oneself is always the most suitable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Those who learn from me live; those who imitate me die.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The same trade brings some men overflowing profits, while others sink into crushing debt.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Alright, done.” Guo Ming watched the name Xiong Zhigang appear on the Blood Oath Pact, marking one goal accomplished.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xiong Zhigang was puzzled: “I feel nothing at all.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Normal. Guo Ming asked you this same question.” Chu Danqing’s Blood Oath Pact was only Level 1—barely grasped the basics.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He could understand the summoning portion through basic summoning knowledge, but the rest was incomprehensible.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There was also the contract section, which made it truly difficult for Chu Danqing to understand.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sometimes he considered finding another contract foundation, but it was only a thought—he had no resources to support another contract foundation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Summoning and contracts overlap and connect in some areas, but they are ultimately not the same system.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Supplementing with a contract foundation is worse than supplementing with other summoning-based foundational skills.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So what he needed to do was not cultivate another resource-draining contract foundation, but transform the Blood Oath Pact into a pure summoning skill.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That would depend on the exchanges at the Apostle Square—see if he could trade for an item to enhance the Blood Oath Pact’s quality.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Exactly how to trade would have to wait until he returned to the Paradise to research the market first.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I see.” Xiong Zhigang didn’t press for details, then added: “Master Chu and Da Bao have been traveling hard, and tomorrow you must march against the Suqin troops. Let me arrange proper rest for you first.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He personally assigned Chu Danqing a room.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He had intended to give Chu Danqing and Da Bao separate rooms, but Da Bao refused.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>No matter how large Da Bao’s frame, his mind was still that of a five-year-old child.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>To Da Bao, Chu Danqing was an adult—it was natural for a child to stay with an adult.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Danqing also refused—he was poor in combat and might not react in time if Da Bao were gone.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Who knew if other Apostles or Suqin spies lurked in this frontier?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After arranging everything, Xiong Zhigang ordered wine and dishes brought in, then returned to his duties.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He oversaw all affairs above and below, while guarding against Suqin—his days were inevitably exhausting.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Danqing didn’t eat; Da Bao devoured an entire table of food by himself.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He was thinking about his next steps.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Guo Ming had become his resource channel; Xiong Zhigang had talent, but lacked only an opportunity.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Now Chu Danqing could serve as that opportunity—but his temple was too small; Xiong Zhigang would struggle to make full use of it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Having him command just these few summons was truly wasting his potential.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Even if I don’t go the legion path, I need to find a quantity-based summoning skill or equipment that can synergize with Xiong Zhigang.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“So this is another trump card?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Danqing was thinking of finding a Level 1 ally.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>(End of Chapter)\u003C\u002Fp>",1659,"2026-06-20T00:54:40.605Z",1,"Qwen3-Next 80B","79a0155f7620e83d63af5c44ed3344a9ea4f0dc3ce233cff91a6029a73d6d2bf","dimension-park-i-am-the-summoning-apostle-chapter-139","dimension-park-i-am-the-summoning-apostle-chapter-137",305,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fdimension-park-i-am-the-summoning-apostle-cover.jpg"]