Lord of the Earth

For other forces, true gods are indeed invincible beings... However, for Qianxia, ​​the true gods he has offended are not just one or two.

Since we are destined to clash in the future, we are naturally unwilling to show weakness now!

After all, the power displayed by the true god is something that Qianxia is currently unable to match. So what difference does it make whether he offends one or two or three?
"In comparison, this monstrous beast is truly a pleasant surprise..."

After exercising his authority as Grand Steward and completely expelling the Temple forces, Xia Tian's gaze returned to the chaotic, glass-like core of the cataclysmic event, and to the quietly resting embryonic cub on it, his eyes gleaming with barely suppressed surprise and profound light.

For Qianxia, ​​which is in a critical period of rapid development, its significance goes far beyond a mere glass treasure or a war beast with boundless potential.

The core materials for minting the legal tender and cultivation resource of the Qianxia Dynasty—the "Tianyuan Coin"—are the Fortune Gold Pearl, the Wish Power Silver Pearl, the Cataclysmic Copper Pearl, and the most precious "Power of Merit"!
Originally, Qianxia wanted to acquire a large amount of these special resources, mainly through the "catastrophe test" triggered by the interaction of the rules of heaven and earth each time its power advanced. In addition to relying on the slow accumulation over time, the daily output of its people, and trade exchanges, the main way was through these resources.

Only by defeating the catastrophic creatures can one collect a relatively considerable amount of materials such as "Cataclysmic Bronze Beads," a process that is both passive and fraught with risk.

But now, having taken control of the core of this calamity nest, and having obtained the embryo of this chaotic behemoth that can coexist with the core and seems to be able to transform naturally and generate calamity power, it means that Qian Xia may have found a relatively stable and continuous way to obtain "calamity output".

This undoubtedly provided tremendous assistance to the rapid development of Qianxia's economy and cultivation resource system.

More importantly, for Qianxia, ​​which aspires to become an "imperial dynasty," a wealth of resources, immense merit, and flourishing fortune are all indispensable.

Now, the stable acquisition of resources (Penglai Immortal Island), fortune, and merit has finally begun.

This means that from this moment on, Xia Tian has met the conditions to begin the process of advancing to an "Imperial Dynasty".

At that time, whether it is exploring unknown territories or dealing with powerful external threats such as the Temple, Qianxia will have unparalleled strategic initiative and absolute confidence!

Xia Tian took a step forward, traversing the void, and reached out to grab the core of the calamity that carried infinite hope. The embryo of the chaotic calamity beast before him was a creation of the ancient gods, with potential that even reached the level of a true god. If it could truly be designated as the "national beast," it might bring unimaginable national fortune to Qianxia!
"This thing is a scourge to your temple, a death warrant. But for my Qianxia, ​​for the human race... it will be a cornerstone for building an eternal peace."

The sounds of summer are calm yet contain an undeniable power.

"Its fate is decided by me, Qian Xia. If any of you deities have objections..."

He paused, and the aura of the Human Emperor, the Holy City of Humanity, and the dual authority of the newly acquired Mysterious Inn intertwined and resonated around him, creating a powerful and overwhelming pressure.
"Let them come to Qianxia in person and explain things to me!"

Ultimately, as the current "first dynasty" of the human race, Qianxia has enough foundation and momentum to rise, and is not afraid of any challenge!

Moreover, Xia Tian firmly believed that since the high-ranking members of the human race were able to wage war against the gods, they were even willing to destroy their own "ancestral land" to make such a grand "plan".

It's impossible that there's only this so-called "Lord of Holy Light" as a true god, or at least that there are means to check and balance him!
In fact, Xia Tian always held a deep respect for the ancient sages of the human race and the righteous gods who had fought for the human race. His sharp edge was mainly directed at the temple and other religious pantheons that were aggressive and controlling.

Of course, a very real problem is now before us.

In theory, catastrophic beings are highly incompatible with the Eternal Land, and "catastrophic behemoths" are particularly susceptible to this incompatibility.

If it were a typical catastrophe affecting living beings, Qian Xia would have the means to resolve it.

Because the He Shi Bi, a national treasure, possesses an extremely powerful characteristic: it can consume a massive amount of merit to modify the rules of heaven and earth, "granting" a specific target a legitimate and eternal status, thus making it accepted by the will of the world.

However, the embryo of this monstrous beast before us may have been a "true god" level being reborn from the ashes. Its origins are too high and its quality too astonishing. It is probably impossible to complete such a heaven-defying identity transformation by relying solely on the power of the He Shi Bi.

Even if it succeeds, the amount of merit required will be astronomical, so much so that it could drain the entire accumulated merit of the Qianxia Dynasty!

"Hmm, it seems there isn't that problem yet!"

Fortunately, this cub is still in the embryonic stage and is sealed in this strange "catastrophe core". Its life activities are almost at a standstill, and Xia Tian found that even the eternal will did not "respond".

In that case, we don't need to consider this issue for the time being.

With his thoughts settled, Xia Tian shifted his gaze from the core of the battlefield, sweeping across the battlefield before finally settling on two newly arrived heroes who had already displayed immense power.

[Yue Fei (Xuanhuang)]

[Level] Divine Realm, First Heaven
[Supernatural Powers]

Wu Mu - Shaking Mountains (1. Wu Mu: Commands an army with an unyielding will and unwavering morale, possessing absolute resistance to mental-affecting supernatural powers (such as fear, charm, and confusion); 2. Shaking Mountains: When the legion charges, the attack is accompanied by the special effects of 'Breaking Through', 'Shattering Armor', and 'Slaying Demons', which have extremely strong destructive power against solid defenses, heavily armored units, and evil forces.)
Loyalty to the Country (Loyalty: Expands the 'Loyalty' domain, greatly enhancing the combat power, defense, and recovery speed of all human units within the domain. Its effect is directly proportional to the strength of the belief in protection; Serving the Country: The cultivation and combat power of the soldiers under his command are further greatly enhanced. The stronger their belief in protecting their homeland, the more they will burn their own lifespan.)

[Talent] Military Spirit Condensation: Guarding and conquering are cultivation. Successfully guarding territory, repelling foreign invaders, and reclaiming lost lands will grant a massive amount of human willpower and guardianship beliefs, which will be directly converted into personal cultivation. This will allow you to ignore bottlenecks and improve your and your army's understanding of the laws related to "guarding," "military formations," "willpower," and "military spirit"!
【characteristic】

Reclaim Our Lands: When waging war against foreign powers, especially in wars to recover lost territory and expel foreign tribes, your troops will receive a huge bonus to all attributes.

Yue Family Army: Can train a special unit called "Beiwei Army" (which can be upgraded), which has extremely strong charging ability and tenacious survival ability.

The sun shines brightly: It possesses a righteous spirit and the ambition to shine brightly like the sun and the heavens. It has a strong ability to restrain all dark, treacherous, and curse-type spells, and can illuminate falsehoods and dispel the fog.

Loyalty and Righteousness Through the Ages: Its very existence can greatly enhance the loyalty and cohesion of the entire force (especially the army).

The legacy of Yue Fei: His military treatises, strategies, and training methods can be studied by future generations, greatly improving the command abilities of all generals and the training efficiency of soldiers within his territory.

[Skills] "The Legacy of Yue Fei: The Divine War Chapter: Xuanhuang" (includes the Secret Training Method of the Beiwei Army, the Evolution Technique of the Iron-Blooded Army Formation, the Loyalty Domain Condensation Technique, the Essentials of Suppressing Bandits and Breaking Formations, etc.)

[Description] The symbol of the loyalty and courage of the Chinese people, the Martial Saint General Yue Fei, who was devoted to his country and whose integrity lasted for millennia. He valued righteousness even more in his military strategy, and was adept at uniting the hearts and minds of his troops and the people. He transformed his sense of duty to protect the country into a mighty force on the battlefield, making him the Great Wall of Steel that defended the Chinese people against foreign aggression and safeguarded their homeland.

"This battle has been accomplished thanks to General Yue!" Xia Tian looked at Yue Fei, his eyes filled with undisguised admiration.

"I have personally witnessed the bravery of the General and the Beiwei Army; they truly are the backbone of our Chinese nation in resisting foreign invaders! I have a request for you, sir. Our Qianxia possesses hundreds of millions of soldiers, but perhaps due to prolonged peace, many lack the courage to fight against this calamity and disregard everything..."

"I wonder, General Yue, would you be willing to train the troops of Qianxia, ​​making them as invincible as the Beiwei Army?"

In fact, Yue Fei's performance in this battle greatly surprised Xia Tian.

It should be noted that the Divine Machine Battalion, as the "first legion" built by Qianxia with all its resources, is equipped with rune armor, psionic crossbows, and four war machine beasts, namely the Azure Dragon and White Tiger, which can fight against gods. Its equipment level is absolutely top-notch in the current stage of the Eternal Land.

However, in this battle, in terms of average combat performance and the resolute fighting spirit of breaking through enemy lines and facing death, it was comparable to Yue Fei's "Beiwei Army", and even inferior in some aspects!

The unique military spirit and fighting will embodied in this unit cannot be built up by equipment alone; its potential is terrifying!
"The head steward's words are too kind. It is a great fortune that the steward is willing to send people to assist us in resisting the calamity... This humble general will certainly train these people into elite soldiers!"

Yue Fei returned the salute with clasped hands, his expression resolute.

Xia Tian handed over his soldiers to him to command, which in itself was a symbol, representing the appointment of himself as the "master of military affairs" in this mysterious inn!
With Qian Xia as his backer, he could conquer them one by one and clear out the rest of the "catastrophe nests".

Xia Tian nodded, then turned his gaze to the middle-aged scholar in a scholar's robe with a dignified bearing.

Zhang Juzheng (Xuanhuang)

[Level] Divine Realm, First Heaven
[Supernatural Powers]

The Single Whip Technique (1. Clear Measurement: Under the influence of supernatural powers, it can clarify the accurate data and flow of all resources (spiritual energy, minerals, population, taxes) within the territory, eliminate accumulated problems and corruption, and make the resources fully manifest; 2. Consolidation: It forcibly integrates and optimizes the scattered and ineffective resource flow paths, greatly improving the efficiency and speed of resource utilization, and has a high probability of producing high-quality resources.)
Performance Evaluation System (1. Performance Evaluation: Generates a "Performance Evaluation Mirror" to reflect the efficiency and loyalty of designated officials or institutions, and automatically generates reward and punishment suggestions; it can monitor all officials; 2. Anti-Corruption: Punishments such as "Backlash", "Mental Torture", and "Stagnation of Cultivation" can be imposed on targets who have engaged in "embezzlement", "dereliction of duty", or "deception".)

[Talent] Reform: When leading the implementation of policies, it can greatly weaken the resistance of the old interest groups, increase the speed and effectiveness of the implementation of new policies, and the improvement of fortune brought about by the success of reform will be directly converted into its own cultivation!

【characteristic】

Imperial Tutor/Chief Minister: When serving as a mentor to a monarch or leader, one can enhance the monarch's wisdom and decisiveness, and make it easier for them to adopt correct advice.

Enriching the Nation and Strengthening the Military: Its policies can simultaneously enhance the territory's "economic prosperity" and "military strength," breaking conventional laws.

Swift and Decisive Approach: When facing stubborn opposition forces, one can temporarily gain the power of "enforcing the law" to forcefully implement policies, but this will accumulate some resentment and backfire, causing damage to oneself.

A keen eye for talent: The ability to accurately identify and promote officials with practical skills, enabling them to make the most of their abilities.

The Paperhanger: When a dynasty or territory is nearing its end and plagued by numerous problems, the paperhanger can use extraordinary means to barely keep it running and delay its decline.

[Skills] "Collected Works of Zhang Taiyue: Records of Xuanhuang Governing the World: Xuanhuang" (includes essentials of reform and opening up, secret examination papers for official governance, resource coordination algorithms, and explanations of economic warfare strategies, etc.)
[Description] The greatest synthesizer of the Chinese dynasty's path to revival, a reform giant who forcibly extended the dynasty's life with extraordinary courage and wisdom. Though his laws were strict, his heart was for the public good. He was adept at forging new paths in deeply entrenched problems, shouldering the weight of the world single-handedly!

"Master Taiyue, from now on, we will have to rely on you a lot for managing the internal affairs of this mysterious inn, pacifying the people, and coordinating with various forces!"

Xia Tian nodded to Zhang Juzheng and said in a rather solemn tone.

This person, as Master Guiguzi commented, was a giant with extraordinary political talent. His ability and wisdom were probably no less than those of Prime Minister Zhuge Liang, and he was even better at reforming and rectifying officialdom!
"Since the head manager values ​​it so highly, I, Zhang, will naturally do my utmost..."

Upon hearing this, even Zhang Juzheng looked somewhat surprised.

This is because it's equivalent to the newly appointed "head manager" in the summer "delegating authority" to him...

Zhang Juzheng was well aware of all the drawbacks of this mysterious inn. He was originally worried that Qian Xia, now that he had obtained the position of "head manager", would stop at nothing to extract from the mysterious inn, thereby hollowing out this "mobile fortress" of the human race!

However, in the summer, it is clear that not only must the original responsibilities of the dynasty be assumed, but the responsibilities of the Mysterious Inn itself must also be taken on.

Even Zhang Juzheng couldn't help but admire such a sense of responsibility.

With the full support of these two outstanding individuals, Qianxia was truly like a tiger with wings.

Of course, the value of this mysterious inn goes far beyond the two outstanding individuals... It also accommodates a vast number of people from various countries and even from all the worlds!
"Imperial Dynasty" - the most supreme dynasty... One of the conditions required for it is to include as many people of the same race as possible from different worlds, in order to demonstrate "the ocean embraces all rivers and has great capacity to accommodate all things"!

The total population that the entire Mysterious Inn can accommodate exceeds 500 billion, a number that would make the heart of any dynasty ruler race.

Because this single number is enough to establish a "quasi-imperial dynasty".

"Ladies and gentlemen, in my capacity as the head steward, I hereby announce that anyone who is elderly, frail, or has accumulated sufficient merit..."

“From this day forward, you are all free to leave this mysterious inn… However, in order to prevent the power of the mysterious inn from weakening, I, Qian Xia, will send some people to ‘replace’ you…”

The phrase "summer" has ignited a passionate outcry from many.

"Thank you very much, Manager!"

"Manager, you are a wise ruler!"

Many people were moved to tears.

After all, not everyone wants to fight an endless war against the horrific creatures!
Of course, some people also understood the meaning behind Xia Tian's words. Since it was Qian Xia who sent people to "change shifts," those who left could only join Qian Xia's camp!
In this way, Qianxia has enough "population" to advance to an imperial dynasty; all that's left is the ceremony. (End of Chapter)