Lord of the Earth

"Great! Great! Great! It's a double celebration..."

Above the Tianyuan Hall.

Xia Tian, ​​atop the "Ice Throne of Swords" radiating a chilling light, nodded slightly, his deep, star-like gaze sweeping over the assembled human heroes, their spirits soaring to the heavens.

His eyes were filled with indescribable satisfaction and joy, and an imperial aura of dominance naturally emanated from him.

Now, nearly a century has passed since that upheaval in the heavens and the formation of the Eternal Land.

It has been nearly seventy years since the founding of the Qianxia dynasty here.

On the ancestral land of humanity, once known as "Earth," a dynasty that lasted a mere seventy years might still be in its infancy.

But in this eternal land where countless races coexist, constantly clashing and fighting, and where the landscape shifts in an instant, there is no end to the change.

Seventy years is enough time for countless earth-shaking changes and shifts in the world!
Qianxia started out as a lone lord with only a simple manor, and has now become a behemoth with hundreds of millions of subjects and trillions of armored soldiers under its command.

How could this magnificent achievement be separated from the concerted efforts and selfless dedication of the outstanding figures who have gone down in history within the Tianyuan Hall!
If it weren't for Wu Song's actions when he first arrived, which resulted in the slaying of the "Purple-Striped Tiger and White Jade Demon Bear" for Qian Xia, and the resolution of powerful enemies such as the "Mountain Demon and Scorpion Man Leader," Xia Tian himself might not have been able to establish himself in the Eternal Land!

Without Hua Rong bringing the people of Qingfeng Village to join them, Qianxia would have found it difficult to stand firm against the invasion of the centaurs and elves...

Furthermore, as soon as he joined Qianxia, ​​he wanted to compete for the title of "Chief Military Officer".

Ultimately, Han Xin, who was appointed as the "Grand General" of the "fifth rank" because of his superior "battle results" compared to other legion commanders, broke through conventional barriers entirely by relying on his unique understanding of military strategy.

He directly advanced and condensed the "prototype of Dao Fruit" containing the true meaning of "Immortal of War", truly deserving of the name "Immortal of War" that has been passed down through the ages!

However, if we trace back to the source, Han Xin was not the first person in the Qianxia Dynasty to condense the "prototype of the Dao Fruit" purely by his own strength without relying on external objects.

The one who pioneered this was Zhuge Liang, who served as the "chief official of the government affairs office" during the Qianxia era!
With his own unparalleled "political power" as the core, and skillfully drawing upon the power of the stars as an aid, and using the human race's fortune as a "neutralizing force," the "unparalleled power of the Dao" that he created, once manifested, made him seem to control the universe and possess all sorts of incredible and extraordinary power.

Strategizing within the command tent, decisive victories are achieved amidst a constellation of stars.

Of course, most of those who are able to break through on their own are renowned figures throughout Chinese history and unique in a certain field!
For the rest, Qi Jiguang's initial potential rating was only "near-prodigy".

Compared to unparalleled figures like Han Xin and Zhuge Liang, who were born into the highest caliber, his starting point was not particularly high.

The most crucial factor in his rapid breakthrough to "quasi-true god" status was that he was fortunate enough to obtain a portion of the Daoist lineage of "True Martial Emperor"!

Although it wasn't the most fundamental "mark," the Emperor's legacy was enough to benefit him immensely.

Ultimately, he was able to integrate his own will to protect with the essence of military strategy, and successfully condense the "Pinghai Daoguo" that symbolizes pacifying the four seas and sweeping away evil spirits, and proudly stepped onto the supreme path of a quasi-true god.

"In that case, I must sincerely thank the True Martial Emperor!"

Summer's tone was clearly filled with emotion.

"Not only that,"

Dressed in all black, Li Ru spoke again to add to the report.

"Commander Qin Liangyu is deeply blessed, having received the favor and inheritance of the Nine Heavens Mystic Maiden. He is now on the verge of condensing the 'prototype of the Dao Fruit,' only half a step away from breaking through..."

It should be noted that although the Goddess of the Nine Heavens is only at the level of a "quasi-true god", her attainments in the art of "military strategy" have long been recognized as the undisputed pinnacle among outstanding women!
No less than any of the top generals who commanded armies in the ancient Heavenly Court, Qin Liangyu, after receiving his true teachings, although she has not yet officially stepped into the "quasi-true god" realm, her cultivation has already skyrocketed, and she has been promoted to the peak of the supreme god!
"Furthermore, Zhao Yun's gains were also enormous..."

What surprised and delighted Xia Tian even more was...

Zhao Yun also inherited the legacy of the original leader of the "Four Sacred Beasts," the ancient "Azure Dragon General" who also participated in the Peach Banquet!

Furthermore, the Azure Dragon female prodigy with whom she had already "married" successfully stepped into the "quasi-true god" level thanks to this opportunity and the complete awakening of her own bloodline!
This is not only a huge leap for her personally, but also the first quasi-god-level existence born among all the "subordinate races" of the entire Qianxia Dynasty, which is of extraordinary significance!

"At this point," Xia Tian declared in a loud voice, with undeniable authority, "in the military sphere alone, the number of ministers who openly possess quasi-true god-level combat power has exceeded ten!!"

These words, like the resounding tolling of a great bell, echoed throughout the palace.

Although the civil and military officials in the hall maintained a solemn demeanor, the pride and excitement that almost overflowed between them when their eyes met showed just how exciting it all was!
If we take the more familiar "cultivation system" as an analogy.

Quasi-True Gods are likely equivalent to the "Golden Immortal" realm, which is as long-lived as heaven and earth and possesses great supernatural powers. The legendary "Great Luo Golden Immortal" level, which is indestructible and untouched by karma, roughly corresponds to the true "True Gods"!
Under the current circumstances where the rules of heaven and earth still suppress and do not support the complete descent of the true god's true form.

Quasi-gods are already the pinnacle of combat power capable of traversing this world.

It is no exaggeration to say that the destructive power possessed by a fully-fledged Quasi-True God is comparable to that of a newly promoted "Dynasty of Destiny"!
Qian Xia now possesses a total of ten quasi-god-level combatants!
This power, placed in the vast and boundless Eternal Land, would absolutely be a "dominant" level power capable of sweeping across all directions and making all races tremble in fear!

It can be said that, in the present situation, the true God has not yet appeared.

It is now almost impossible to find a force that can directly "compete" with it!

Moreover, this astonishing achievement is only manifested on the military level...

It should be noted that the Qianxia dynasty promoted a "nationwide cultivation system," which emphasized hiding military strength among the people and concealing profound cultural heritage.

In fact, when Qianxia was just a small place, about one-third of the people recruited became full-time "soldiers"!
However, with the rapid expansion of Qianxia's territory and power, the proportion of soldiers has been declining precipitously. Currently, the total number of all official "human warriors" represents only one-thousandth of that vast population!

This is quite similar to the ancient Chinese nation, which also followed a similar strategy of elite troops.

It is precisely because of its unparalleled national strength and its mastery of top-level power, which is like "nuclear weapons" and can determine the fate of the world, that the number of standing troops can be greatly reduced and optimized.

Of course, the reduction in troop numbers precisely means an explosive increase in the manpower and resources that can be invested in other areas. For example, the Merchant Alliance, which combines commerce and law; the Righteousness Bureau, upholding chivalry and the belief in protection; and the Heavenly Crafts Bureau, focusing on creation and manufacturing…

Among these organizations are now giants who have also condensed their own 'prototype of Dao Fruit' and touched the edge of quasi-true gods.

Fan Li skillfully integrated the essence of his own rigorous political order into the vast world of commercial circulation. By leveraging that invisible economic network, he successfully condensed a unique "prototype of business ethics," allowing the influence of the Qianxia dynasty to extend to every corner of its territory along trade routes.

Mozi, on the other hand, brought together the Mohist ideas of "universal love," "non-aggression," "respect for the worthy," and "the will of Heaven," and condensed them into a "prototype of non-aggression and the Dao fruit" that could protect the cities and people under his command from attacks by foreign tribes.

There is also Lu Ban, the ancestor of craftsmen. With his unparalleled skills that are close to the Tao, he comprehended the mysteries of the creation of matter and combined them with the ingenious mechanical arts to create the "Creation Divine Craftsmanship - Tao Fruit Prototype" that gathers the original Tao of creation!
"and,"

Holding an ancient military treatise, Jia Xu stepped forward and reported in a calm voice.

"Master Hua Tuo has recently made profound progress in the art of medicine, achieving another breakthrough in his miraculous healing abilities. He is currently in seclusion, focusing all his efforts on mastering the 'art of medicine' that contains the ultimate principles of life..."

Once the "prototype of the Dao Fruit" rooted in the way of the healer is successfully formed, my Qianxia will surely gain another "quasi-true god" of a venerable status!
In fact, Jia Xu's own foundation was not far from forming the prototype of his own unique "Wicked Path" Dao Fruit.

However, being as cautious as ever, he was still searching for the most perfect opportunity and the most supportive force to lay the foundation for the supreme Dao, striving to forge the Dao fruit with the deepest potential. Therefore, he was still accumulating silently, holding back his efforts.

In fact, the entire Qianxia was a time of hidden talents and hidden dangers.

There are still many talented individuals like Jia Xu, who possess profound knowledge and are just waiting to soar to great heights!

"However, even though my Qianxia already possesses so many 'quasi-true god' level beings, there is still a considerable distance to go before we can complete that final leap and ascend to become a supreme 'celestial dynasty'..."

Xia Tian's tone carried a hint of emotion.

Just like the difference between a "Golden Immortal" and a "Great Luo Golden Immortal," it seems like there's only one step between them... but it could trap countless heroes throughout the ages, making the world seem like an insurmountable barrier!
Qianxia is now an outstanding figure among the many "imperial dynasties", and even a "leader of the human race".

In particular, with the help of the two top-level divine artifacts connecting the "West Heavenly Gate" and the "East Heavenly Gate" to the "Heavenly Court Ruins," Qianxia continuously obtained a massive amount of rare treasures and accumulated wealth.

Now, the power of "merit" accumulated by Qianxia.

If calculated using special methods, the amount of merit required has already exceeded 500 billion... However, to achieve the ultimate goal of advancing to a Celestial Dynasty, the amount of merit needed is astronomical, at least in the "trillion" unit!

Even a powerful dynasty like the current Qianxia would struggle to achieve such a grand goal.

I still feel that the road ahead is difficult and requires persistent accumulation.

"As expected, without the 'replenishment' and gifts of Earth's will, any human power that wants to advance will need to undergo a long period of tempering and accumulation..."

Summer understood.

Even in this golden early stage of integration of heaven and earth and abundant opportunities, we still need to be down-to-earth and accumulate experience diligently!
In recent days, he could clearly feel that the Earth's will, which had once provided protection for humanity, had completely vanished into the world.

Even the momentous event of Qian Tian's prodigy advancing to "quasi-true god," which was enough to shake the entire world, failed to attract any additional rewards from heaven and earth!
But Xia Tian knew very well that the "reward" had already been distributed in advance.

It was with the help of the two strategic gateways connecting the myriad worlds, the "West Heavenly Gate" and the "East Heavenly Gate," as well as the mysterious "unlocking" abilities of the Little Jade Pool and the Heavenly Tree Jianmu, that Qianxia was able to explore and master a large number of newly discovered celestial palace ruins and secret realms!

such as……

Although most of these newly discovered ruins belong to the "Seventy-two Palaces" level.

In terms of level and foundation, it is far inferior to the top-level "Thirty-Six Palaces" such as the Moon Palace and the Jade Pool that were the core back then...

However, the legacy of the "First Immortal Court of the Human Race" that is being continuously unearthed is of immeasurable help to Qianxia, ​​which is in a period of rapid development. It is like sending charcoal in snowy weather!

"Today, our human race reigns supreme over the world, and many other races consider it an honor to become a vassal race of our Qianxia..."

Looking back, how humble and difficult it was for the human race when they first arrived in this perilous and eternal land.

Suffering constant contempt and bullying from other races, even the ignorant kobolds dared to stab them in the back and carry out despicable betrayals... The tiny merfolk, living in a sewer-like area, even dared to gather their forces and launch a proactive attack on the seemingly vulnerable initial territory of the human race...

But today, the tables have turned. These once arrogant, inferior races now need to undergo rigorous selection processes just to qualify as members of the human race's servant army...

Because even the most basic and arduous physical labor, such as "mining," is still possible.

Qianxia did not need kobold prisoners; instead, the task was already taken care of by various types of fully functional civilian machinery manufactured in the "Mechanical City" under the "Heavenly Crafts Bureau"!

It can be said that, in terms of comprehensive science and technology and engineering manufacturing alone, Qianxia today is...

Compared to Earth's home planet in its heyday, it is far more advanced and developed, to the point that it is incomparable!
Furthermore, it's not just Qian Xia himself who is powerful...

Those human forces that signed "alliances" and formed "merchant associations" with Qianxia also benefited greatly... Now, looking at the entire Eternal Land, the number of human forces that have successfully reached the level of "Imperial Dynasty of Destiny" has exceeded one hundred...

This is a number that would cause any alien race to change their expression and become terrified upon learning it.

The underlying reason lies largely with other alien forces.

At first, they did not realize the unparalleled superiority and growth potential of this "path of destiny," although they later discovered its benefits.

However, because their race has long adhered to the cold jungle law of "survival of the fittest" and "the strong are respected," even their internal structure is riddled with factions, contradictions, and endless infighting.

How could they possibly have the ability and the courage to integrate the power of the entire clan to practice the Way of Destiny?
Only humans can become the protagonists of this "Path of Destiny". (End of Chapter)