With the revival of spiritual energy, I cultivated the Great Emperor's Technique on Blue Star.

In fact, all the major regions were evacuated by the Great Xia Martial Arts Department in conjunction with other Taoist forces in Jiangcheng. With meticulous planning and standardized killing tactics, the Blood Sacrifice Cult members were wiped out cleanly and efficiently, without any defeats or loss of control.

Countless seasoned veterans, elite martial arts warriors, supporting combat formations, a precise intelligence network, and a coordinated combat system have long made the Dongcheng District and even the entire Jiangcheng impregnable.

On the surface, the Blood Sacrifice Cult is rampant, hiding in various places and setting up many strongholds. It secretly cultivates blood puppets and builds the Blood Sacrifice Array, causing chaos in all directions. It seems to be full of hidden dangers and has a ferocious nature.

However, faced with the martial arts club's complete foundation and overwhelming combat power, they were ultimately just clowns jumping around, unable to stir up any real trouble.

Even if Lin Yan hadn't intervened today, hadn't reversed the battle with the Devouring Heaven Emperor Formation and killed the Black-Robed Venerable, the danger on this battlefield would have been completely quelled by the Martial Arts Department's elite forces, and the Black-Robed Venerable would have been unable to escape the fate of being surrounded and annihilated.

Although the spiritual energy recovery period is not long, the foundations accumulated by such top-tier official forces over at least several decades are incredibly solid.

Lin Yan's appearance only hastened the end of this war, ending the fighting prematurely in the most ruthless and thorough way.

After figuring this out, I had a clearer understanding of the Great Xia Martial Arts Department.

The lingering stench of blood in the air was diluted by gentle breezes as the warriors of Great Xia systematically cleaned up the battlefield and sealed away the evil artifacts left behind by the Blood Sacrifice cult.

Looking at the scene before him, Lin Yan's gaze inevitably swept over the ordinary people who had escaped the disaster, and he couldn't help but sigh in his heart, "There is no such thing as a peaceful life; it's just that some people are carrying the burden."

But after today, can the news of the spiritual energy revival still be concealed? Or is the Great Xia government about to take a major step and completely lift the restrictions? Otherwise, how could people like Lin Qingshan be so easily exposed and launch such a high-profile operation?

"Ayan, may I call you that? Congratulations on successfully breaking through to the third rank."

Just then, a tall figure pushed through the crowd and strode over. It was Wang Jianjun, the head of the Jiangcheng Martial Arts Department. He was wearing the same standard combat uniform as Lin Qingshan. His fierce and murderous aura was completely suppressed, and when he looked at Lin Yan, his eyes were full of genuine joy.

"An eighteen-year-old at the third level is a rare find in the entire Great Xia Dynasty. More importantly, his cultivation and foundation are incredibly solid, which is truly remarkable."

Wang Jianjun's tone was devoid of any bureaucratic formalities; it was entirely heartfelt approval, as if he were looking at his own nephew or grandson.

"This is my comrade-in-arms, my brother, who risked his life for me. According to seniority, you should call him Uncle."

Lin Qingshan, who was standing to the side, spoke up at the right moment and introduced Wang Jianjun's identity to Lin Yan.

Immediately, Lin Yan gave Wang Jianjun a standard military salute and shouted in a strong voice, "Hello, Uncle Wang!"

Seeing this, Wang Jianjun's expression turned solemn, and he immediately returned a military salute with a hearty smile, "Good boy."

"Since you call me uncle, I have a nice gift for you as a greeting present."

As soon as he finished speaking, Lin Yan saw Wang Jianjun take out a gray stone from somewhere.

The most classic spirit stones and storage equipment from various novels are now available!

"Uncle, could this be spirit stones? And a storage space too? Is it already in mass production?"

At this point, Lin Yan began to behave like a child his age, showing great curiosity about everything.

"That's right, this is a spirit stone. Although it's called a stone, it's actually a solidified piece of spiritual energy from heaven and earth, wrapped in a special stone skin. It's a cultivation resource and currency for those at the third level and above who are extraordinary beings."

"As for storage equipment, Earth currently lacks the technology to craft it, so it can only be obtained from ancient ruins."

While explaining, Wang Jianjun handed the spirit stone to Lin Yan.

Lin Yan reached out and took the spirit stone, stuffing it directly into his pocket, causing his once-flat pants to bulge out instantly.

"Indeed, one should always be wary of others. I know you are carrying a great opportunity and a great secret. Do not reveal it lightly before you have sufficient strength to protect yourself."

With the address "Uncle" settled, the relationship between the two became noticeably closer.

Wang Jianjun's smile faded, his expression turning serious as he admonished Lin Yan as an old friend and elder.

After today, the name Lin Yan, this rising young prodigy, will surely spread throughout Jiangcheng. This is inevitable, as all the major families and sects possess information channels that are unimaginable to ordinary people.

"Although the Great Xia Dynasty has explicitly prohibited infighting among martial artists, this measure can only restrain the virtuous, not the wicked. If you do not have a powerful backer, you may suffer countless harassments."

Lin Yan knew in his heart that this was an inevitable fact. Even though he had a corner of the Devouring Heaven Emperor Formation by his side, which could suppress all enemies, he did not want to be bothered by these trivial matters all day long.

Moreover, he also needs to join a faction, which will allow him to obtain martial arts techniques, weapons, spirit stones, and rare treasures, as well as enter so-called ancient ruins, and kill enemies in a reasonable, legal, and compliant manner.

Thinking about it this way, Jiangcheng Martial Arts Club is the best place for him, with a group of elders looking after him.

Most importantly, all that his Uncle Wang had done was to invite him to join the martial arts club.

Sure enough, soon after, Wang Jianjun, in his capacity as the highest-ranking person in charge of the Jiangcheng Martial Arts Department, extended a very significant invitation to him.

"Since we're talking about our fathers' relationship, I won't beat around the bush with you."

Wang Jianjun's gaze was fixed on Lin Yan, his tone earnest.

"Your talent, combat strength, and trump cards are all among the best in the world, but cultivating alone will ultimately limit you. Now that the changes in the world are intensifying and enemies from both inside and outside are emerging one after another, Great Xia needs young prodigies like you to support the future. Until then, we will do our best to nurture you and protect your life."

"Now, on behalf of the Jiangcheng Martial Arts Club, I formally invite you to join us and grant you the highest level of access."

Ordinary martial artists who want to join the martial arts department have to go through layers of assessments, slowly working their way up from the grassroots members to gain seniority and merit. Even ordinary third-level experts can only obtain mid-level authority at most.

However, the conditions that Wang Jianjun offered to Lin Yan were exceptional and unthinkable to most people.

Before Lin Yan could answer, he directly offered an extremely generous promise:

"All ancient martial arts classics archived nationwide, complete survey files of ruins across the country, and distribution channels for high-grade spiritual materials and stones are all open to you without restrictions; you have the right to deploy all combat teams, equipment formations, and intelligence networks in Jiangcheng at any time. If you wish to go out for training or to eliminate enemies in the future, the Martial Arts Department will provide full support, prioritizing the supply of resources, guards, and intelligence, and your promotion will not be bound by conventional procedures."

The phrase "highest authority" carries immense weight.

In the entire Jiangcheng Martial Arts Department, only Minister Wang Jianjun possesses this level of authority. If Lin Yan agrees, he will be on the same level as the Minister of Yicheng, making him a unique figure of respect.

"Okay, I agree."

Lin Yan remained silent for a moment, looked at Wang Jianjun who was full of sincerity in front of him, and then looked into the distance at the Xia soldiers who were cleaning up the battlefield and protecting the people in an orderly manner. He slowly began to consider his options.