Lord of the Earth

The suffocating sense of oppression receded like the tide, replaced by a brand-new, boundless vitality.

The smoke of battle has not yet completely dissipated, but every inch of land and every living being in the dry summer has clearly sensed a fundamental transformation.

Billions of humans gazed up at the sky where the sun and moon shone together, their faces a mixture of unbelievable joy and profound awe, murmuring to themselves.

"This...it actually happened...Is Qianxia about to advance to the imperial dynasty?!"

"hold head high--!"

A dragon's roar, more magnificent and majestic than ever before, resounded from the depths of the Qi Yun Sea, shaking the heavens and cleansing the universe.

The seventh claw of the Qianxia Qiyun True Dragon had completely solidified, as if it were cast from ancient divine metal, radiating an unparalleled power that suppressed all heavens and myriad worlds.

The dragon's body expanded once more, coiling in the void. Each scale was as large as a house, with mysterious and unpredictable purple-gold patterns appearing on them, resonating with the laws of the Dao in the darkness, indicating that Qianxia's potential had reached an immeasurable future. Between the opening and closing of its eyes, divine light flashed like lightning as it looked down upon its territory and people!

At the same time, the human god-king phantom standing in the center of the sea of ​​clouds, the divine whip in his hand, which gathered the beliefs of billions and the great national fortune, was completely formed. The whip was divided into seven sections, each section was engraved with ancient runes containing the ultimate principles of humanity, and the whip body flowed with golden light of law that was as real as a substance - the God-Slaying Whip!

As soon as the whip was unleashed, a majestic aura spread out, capable of striking down the soul and spirit of gods and men, crushing their luck, and judging all evil. This caused the aura of all the alien races to instantly weaken, and made the eyes that were secretly watching feel a chill!

【The Qianxia Emperor Dynasty is established! 】

In the darkness, a grand will, like the voice of creation, swept across the entire territory.

The next moment, a vast and dazzling golden aura, like the Milky Way pouring down from the heavens or like a life-giving rain, precisely showered upon every citizen of Qianxia.

On the battlefield, the wounded soldiers were surprised to find that their deep, bone-revealing wounds were healing at a speed visible to the naked eye. The broken bones reconnected with a faint hum, and their depleted spiritual energy was not only replenished instantly, but even their originally solid cultivation barriers were quietly loosened. Many soldiers broke through on the spot while bathed in golden light, and their aura surged!

The civil officials felt an unprecedented clarity in their minds; previously cumbersome administrative tasks became clear and organized, handled with divine assistance. Farmers felt the land beneath their feet become more fertile and welcoming, as if they could hear the joyful breath of seeds falling into the soil; the rough materials in the hands of craftsmen seemed to possess a spirit, and previously obscure techniques suddenly became clear; even children and the elderly felt a warm current washing over them, their bodies strengthened and their spirits invigorated…

This is the immense power of the Imperial Dynasty!

With the establishment of the imperial dynasty, its fortunes flowed back to benefit all people, granting everyone within its territory the opportunity for extraordinary achievements. This was not merely an enhancement of strength, but a collective sublimation of the very essence of life, laying an unbreakable foundation for the legendary golden age where "everyone is like a dragon."

On the altar, Xia Tian's figure, surrounded by endless golden light, appeared even taller and more imposing, like the spine supporting heaven and earth. His gaze slowly swept over the soldiers below, their eyes resolute as iron after enduring the baptism of blood and fire, and over the surviving civilians, their eyes brimming with tears of emotion. His clear and majestic voice resonated deep within the souls of everyone present:
"This battle will determine the fate of the world!"

"Thanks to the bravery of our soldiers and the unity of our people, our Qianxia dynasty has finally achieved imperial power today!"

His voice was both comforting and inspiring.

"This may disappoint many who have been secretly watching. But I want to tell the world, to tell the billions of races in this eternal land, from this day forward, humanity shall prevail, and the will of Qianxia is unstoppable!"

Rumble!
As if to prove his words, Qianxia's Qi Yun Sea began to expand wildly, like the burst of the universe at the beginning of creation. From its original range of five million miles, it surged and roared at a speed visible to the naked eye, sweeping across the sky, and finally stabilized at a vast scale of more than thirty million miles!
Golden clouds rolled and churned, within which true dragons appeared and disappeared, and divine lords patrolled the heavens, creating a magnificent spectacle!

Wherever they went, the alien forces that had not yet made a move, or those that had managed to escape some of the follow-up legions, all changed color.

This is because, for those who have not allied with Qianxia, ​​the spirit of destiny that they rely on to maintain racial cohesion is now being impacted by the immense imperial destiny of Qianxia, ​​like a faint candle flame in a storm, its light rapidly dimming and flickering on the verge of being extinguished!
"This is bad! This is... the domineering assimilation of the imperial dynasty's destiny!"

"The spirit of my race's destiny is wailing!"

"It's over... The foundation of our clan has been shaken, and the path to our destiny has been severed!"

"Without the blessing of good fortune, how can we withstand the onslaught of the human army after they have digested the spoils of war?"

Some of the alien leaders who barely escaped back witnessed this scene through a secret method, and were filled with horror and despair.

They still held onto a sliver of hope, believing that although Qianxia had won, it was a Pyrrhic victory and that they would need time to recover.

After this battle, they felt that the human race's "path of destiny" was so powerful that they secretly planned to emulate the human race, gather their own destiny, and live a peaceful life in a remote corner.

Unexpectedly, after ascending to the throne, Qianxia's fortune became so "overbearing" that it directly devoured and destroyed the "spirit of fortune" of everything in the surrounding area, severing the path of fortune for these forces!
Without the blessing of destiny, how can these forces contend with the human race, which is blessed with destiny?

It should be noted that this surge in fortune has also led to a rapid increase in the number of "Jade White" level ranks that Qianxia can bestow, from the original one hundred to more than three hundred.

This also means that the highest level of "rank" that Qianxia could theoretically bestow has reached the level of "peerless deity"!

Even if the world were to unlock further and these so-called top-tier and supreme deities of alien races were to descend, Qianxia would still be fully capable of fighting them!
Moreover, under the influence of this imperial dynasty's "sole supremacy" aura, the rules of the surrounding areas are forcibly reversed, and those alien forces will be completely cut off from the possibility of walking the "path of destiny" on their own.

These alien races had only one choice: to submit willingly and integrate into the Qianxia system.

They can only cling to the outdated path of individual cultivation and fall completely behind in future competition... No, it should be that they won't even live to see that day before being wiped out by the human race.

As the expansion of fortune slowed down, Xia Tian paused, her tone becoming solemn and dignified.

"Merit must be rewarded, and transgressions must be punished. This is the ironclad law of Qianxia and the cornerstone of the imperial dynasty. All soldiers who participated in the war will receive triple compensation, and those with outstanding military achievements will be richly rewarded according to the law! I will generously bestow upon them elixirs, divine weapons, cultivation techniques, and residences for cultivation! All the people of the land will be exempt from taxes for five years and share in the joys of this prosperous age!"

As he spoke, the clouds of fortune in the sky churned violently, and beams of golden light condensed into a massive golden list spanning the heavens and earth. Names and rewards appeared clearly, impartial and selfless, proclaiming to the world:

Zhao Yun's own fortune rank was raised to "sixth rank", and he was given the title of "Dragon Soaring Divine Martial General", commanding the Azure Dragon Legion. He was also bestowed with the "White Dragon Shaking Heaven Armor" and the "Dragon Gallant Spear" that shone with dragon patterns.

His partner, Princess Ao Qingxin of the Azure Dragon Clan, also obtained a sixth-rank position and ruled over all the subordinate dragon clans of Qianxia!
The demon god Lü Bu was officially bestowed the title of "Great General Who Subdues Demons and Demons" and permitted to establish a "Temple of the Demon God" to enjoy the incense offerings of the people.

His loyal Bingzhou wolf cavalry can be selected for the newly established "Later Earth God Palace" to serve as "Soul-Catching Messengers" or "Roaming Ghost Generals," cleansing their malevolent nature and reshaping their battle spirit through divine status, thus gaining the title of immortality. Li Bai, revered as "Grand Scholar of the Qinglian Wenyuan Pavilion" and titled "Poet Sword Immortal," was granted the misty "Taibai Sword Peak" as a place for quiet cultivation. The supreme sword intent and Daoist charm contained in his poems are included in the Imperial Dynasty's "Wenhua Tiandian" for all cultivators to study. He can also freely mobilize a portion of his Qi to roam the world, gathering inspiration for his creations.

Wu Qi was granted the title of "Duke of Military Martial Arts" and appointed as the commander-in-chief of the Vermilion Bird Legion. He was bestowed with the "Sun-Wu Joint Battle Formation Diagram," which contained the secrets of war and conquest. His life's work on military strategy, "Imperial Dynasty Military Classic," was listed as a required text for the entire army, and a golden statue of him was erected at the highest military academy of the imperial dynasty, where he was revered by generals and commanders of later generations.

Hua Rong was granted the title of "Marquis of the Sun-Shooting Army" and commanded the newly formed Imperial Dynasty Archery Battalion. He was bestowed with the "Sun-Chasing Wind Bow," which could draw upon the power of the sun and moon, and was responsible for selecting and training archers from across the land.

Hua Tuo, revered as the "King of Medicine and Benevolent Heavenly Venerable," established the "Imperial Medical Temple" to oversee all medical affairs of the imperial dynasty. His painstaking research into a method to lift the "curse of the gods" was listed as the highest priority of the imperial dynasty, receiving support from the entire nation's resources.

Wu Song was officially conferred the title of "Lord of Mount Tai," wielding power over the newly established underworld. He was responsible for guiding good souls, judging evil spirits, and allocating reincarnations. His status was highly respected, second only to Xia Tian.

Ding Xiu, Qi Jiguang, and other valiant generals were rewarded with luxurious mansions, time to cultivate in blessed lands, and custom-made divine weapons based on their military merits. Their families also enjoyed the blessings of good fortune for three generations.

The subordinate races, such as Canglong and Kangjinlong, who swore to follow them to the death and performed outstandingly in this battle, were officially conferred the title of "Guardian Holy Race". They were granted a blessed land full of spiritual energy and enjoyed the same amount of fortune as the human dynasty. Their clan leaders were all granted imperial titles and could participate in the grand court assembly of Qianxia!
Rewards and honors rained down, bestowing grace upon all.

But that's not all.

In the summer, he immediately ordered the construction of the "Hall of Reincarnation," where the memorial tablets of all the fallen soldiers were enshrined and worshipped for generations. Their direct descendants enjoyed special allowances and many privileges from the imperial court.

The establishment of an open "Imperial Dynasty Merit Ranking" encourages all people to strive for excellence not only on the battlefield, but also in the fields of culture, science and technology, and production; it even opens up limited access to the "Twelve Yuan Chen Secret Realms" for those who have made contributions, allowing them to consume merits to enter and accelerate their cultivation.

The Emperor's boundless grace stirs the heart.

However, the sound of summer suddenly turned cold at this moment, like the north wind of the coldest winter, sweeping across the entire venue:

"The reward is complete."

"However, the imperial laws clearly distinguish between rewards and punishments! Those who have committed offenses should be severely punished without exception! Bring them here!"

As soon as he finished speaking, four figures, bound tightly by Nine Nether Chains that emitted sealing runes and whose divine power was completely silenced, were escorted by several burly "Bull Demons" to the altar.

It was the old man from the Tai Xuan Sect who launched the sneak attack during the battle, as well as the three Tai Xuan Sect founders who had already been captured!

The entire room fell silent instantly, all eyes were focused on this, and even the air seemed to freeze.

Summer's gaze, like a sharp sword forged from millennia-old ice, swept over the four people. His voice was not loud, but it carried the power of thunder, clearly reaching every corner and the ears of those who might still be secretly watching.

"Tai Xuan Sect! You are all of the same bloodline as the human race. When foreign races ravage and humanity is in peril, not only do you fail to offer assistance, but you also stand idly by, even resorting to despicable acts of sneak attacks from behind, attempting to overthrow the very foundation of the nation! How are such actions any different from those of traitors?!"

He took a step forward, and the emperor's power was like a prison.

"I once considered the bonds of kinship and was unwilling to carry out this internal purge in the face of foreign enemies, lest it damage the dignity of the human race. However, you have repeatedly challenged my bottom line and trampled on the laws of Qianxia!"

"Today, if we do not use your blood to uphold our national laws, how can we console the souls of our fallen heroes? How can we deter those petty villains who still dare to covet our human territory?!"

"According to the Imperial Law of Qianxia! His cultivation is abolished, his fortune is stripped away, and his soul is extracted and cast into the underworld, never to be reincarnated!"

Follow your words!
Suddenly, the illusory image of the God-Slaying Whip in the sea of ​​fortune cast down a golden light containing the law of judgment, completely enveloping the four members of the Tai Xuan Sect.

The four of them immediately let out a shrill and desperate scream. The divine light around them rapidly dimmed and dissipated. Their years of hard-earned cultivation vanished like the receding tide. Their connection with the fate of the human race was ruthlessly severed, and even their divine power was stripped away!
In the blink of an eye, they went from being high and mighty gods to weak souls that were not even as good as mortals.

"As the Emperor commands!"

The figure of Wu Song, who had been officially conferred the title of "Lord of Mount Tai," appeared. His face was ashen, and with a flick of his dark chain burning with eerie flames, he dragged the four sinful souls into the deepest part of the newly formed underworld, which was filled with ghostly flames, just like dragging a dead dog. What awaited them was endless torture and torment in order to atone for their heinous sins!
This scene, though ruthless and merciless, also moved all who witnessed it.

Whether they were the people of Qianxia or spies from other races, they all deeply understood that Qianxia was the first imperial dynasty established by the human race in the Eternal Land.

With both the boundless imperial grace bestowed upon the people and the thunderous measures taken to purge internal evils, the strictness of the laws and the unwavering resolve of the will allow no provocation. Under the magnificent might of this expanding imperial dynasty, some already wavering alien forces have already made their choice.

A handsome elder of the merfolk, covered in colorful scales, stepped forward from the crowd and bowed respectfully outside the Great Wall, his voice filled with awe.

"Supreme Human Emperor, mighty Qianxia Dynasty, we, the Merfolk, are willing to submit to Qianxia as our lord, follow its lead, and be friends forever..."

Immediately afterwards, a tribal chief of hill giants, whose entire body was covered in rock armor, pounded his chest and let out a deep but respectful roar.

"Our race...is willing to submit to the human race and become a vassal army of Qianxia, ​​exchanging bravery for protection..."

"Our Wood Spirit clan offers up the Spring of Life, praying that the Imperial Dynasty will accept us..."

The calls for submission rose and fell, foreshadowing the rapid expansion of Qianxia's influence like a snowball.

This also brought about an unprecedented new look to the entire territory of Qianxia. The people's hearts were united like never before, their morale was soaring, civil and military officials performed their duties, all ethnic groups lived in harmony, and the region was full of vitality.

The Great Wall shines eternally, becoming one with the mountains and rivers; the Earth God Palace is hidden in the void, the cycle of reincarnation is initially established; the Spirit Realm's Heavenly Net covers the four corners of the earth, seeing through the smallest details!
Summer stood on the altar, overlooking the empire that belonged to him.

A seven-colored dragon of fortune affectionately circled around him, the human god-king held the God-Slaying Whip and hovered beside him, civil and military officials guarded him like stars, and the hearts of hundreds of millions of people were as vast as the sea.

After this day, the name of the Qianxia Dynasty will surely spread like wildfire across every corner of the Eternal Land, causing a stir among all races, as the outcome of this battle takes flight!

In particular, the hundreds of divine kingdoms that crashed onto the land of Qianxia at once are destined to make even the gods who originally coveted this eternal land turn their attention to it! (End of this chapter)