High Martial Arts: Starting with a Martial Saint Peak Cultivation

Several star systems away from Yuhua Star lies Liuyun Star.

This planet is nearly twice the size of Yuhua Star, and its surface is covered with vast expanses of deep blue spiritual plant forests, with a rich spiritual energy permeating the air.

The core area of ​​the planet.

A magnificent hall stands atop the mountain.

The main hall is constructed entirely of dark blue starstone, its surface covered with densely packed protective runes that gleam with a cold, eerie luster under the sunlight.

The palace gate is about ten zhang high.

On each side stands a lifelike stone sculpture of a mythical beast.

The entire main hall has an extremely strict defense system, with layers of defenses that leave no room for error.

The entire mountaintop restricted area outside the palace is shrouded by multiple high-level restrictive formations, with an invisible barrier hidden in the void, capable of withstanding even attacks from peak Eternal Star Gods for a while.

A large number of elite guards are stationed around the palace year-round, patrolling back and forth day and night.

These patrolling warriors are physically strong and highly skilled. Even the weakest of their soldiers are at the tenth level of a Martial God on Blue Star.

They are all veteran elites who have been tempered by battles across the stars, and Xiao Yuanshan's most elite personal guard.

They were arranged in an orderly fashion, exuding a chilling and murderous aura, their gazes sweeping across all directions, sensing no movement or disturbance.

High-ranking commanders were stationed at various checkpoints, maintaining strict control at each level and ensuring the entire hall was impregnable.

Ordinary people don't even have the right to approach the mountain gate...

The interior of the hall is extremely spacious, with hundreds of fist-sized luminous pearls embedded in the dome, their light shining down and illuminating the entire hall as if it were daytime.

The ground was paved with smooth, dark blue jade slabs, which felt slightly cool to the touch.

In the center of the main hall stands a huge round stone table, with a star map carved on its surface.

Four people were sitting at the table.

Xiao Yuanshan sat on the east side, holding a cup of spiritual tea in his hand. The tea was emerald green and steamed with wisps of white vapor.

Sitting opposite him was a burly middle-aged man with a buzz cut that stood straight up like steel needles and a short beard on his chin.

This person is named Lei Zhen, a late-stage Eternal True God, and one of the more senior regional envoys in the Eastern Star Region.

His official robes were stretched taut by his strong muscles, and his hands, which were placed on the table, were a size larger than those of an ordinary person, with knuckles as thick as old tree roots.

To Lei Zhen’s left sat a woman with a graceful figure, who looked to be around thirty years old. She wore a light blue dress and her hair was styled in a high bun.

Her name is Su Ruolan, a mid-stage Eternal True God, who has been stationed in the Eastern Star Region for over a thousand years.

She gently twirled a jade pendant between her fingers, her expression relaxed.

To Xiao Yuanshan's right was a middle-aged scholar with a thin face, dressed in a plain white robe, and with a refined demeanor.

His name is Shen Qingwu, a mid-stage Eternal True God. He is known for his wisdom and strategy, and although he doesn't talk much, he is very meticulous.

The four were all regional envoys of the Eastern Star Region and had a good relationship. They often visited each other and shared information when important matters arose.

Xiao Yuanshan put down his teacup and his gaze fell on the communication bracelet on his wrist.

"The message has been sent out; now it's up to Fellow Daoist Chen to reply."

Lei Zhen snorted gruffly.

"Brother Yuanshan, do you really think that Special Envoy Chen is only at the mid-stage of the Eternal True God realm?"

From what you said earlier, it seems you have a very high opinion of him.

Xiao Yuanshan nodded.

"The Empire assessed him when he was naturalized and said he carried a great secret. But which creature wandering in the universe doesn't have a secret? As long as the other party has no ill intentions, the Empire doesn't care about it."

"Moreover, I've met him a few times, and he has a calm and composed demeanor, which doesn't seem like he got to this point by luck."

Su Ruolan placed the jade pendant on the table and casually interjected.

"No matter how big the secret is, it's just a mid-stage Eternal True God."

"Aren't the four of us working together secure enough?"

Shen Qingwu didn't reply, but simply picked up her teacup and took a sip.

And just then...

Xiao Yuanshan's communication bracelet beeped softly.

He looked down and saw that Chen Yuan's reply had already been sent.

When the words "Wishing Fellow Daoist Xiao a successful journey and a fruitful return" came into view, the anticipation on Xiao Yuanshan's face faded slightly.

He shook his head helplessly and spoke to the three of them.

"Special Envoy Chen has refused again. It seems he really has no interest in the secret realm."

Lei Zhen heard this.

His expression turned visibly contemptuous.

He slammed the teacup down on the table with a dull thud.

"Hmph, if you're not coming, fine!"

"It's just a supreme secret realm, isn't it? Cowards like mice, you can't even seize such an opportunity!"

"I wonder how this guy cultivated to the mid-stage of Eternal True God. Was it all just luck?"

"To be honest, having someone like that in charge of our Eastern Star Region is a complete waste of a spot!"

He spoke without any politeness, his tone full of contempt.

"Anything you manage to grab from the secret realm will greatly increase your chances of breaking through to the late stage of Eternal True God in the future."

"But he's different; he won't even take a bite of the meat that's been put right in front of him."

"I think this guy's best he can get is to the late stage of Eternal True God. Any higher? Dream on!"

Xiao Yuanshan glanced at Lei Zhen, and although he did not agree with his words, he did not refute them.

After all, Chen Yuan did refuse.

It's normal for Lei Zhen to have qi (vital energy).

Su Ruolan picked up the jade pendant and twirled it between her fingers again, her tone indifferent.

"If he doesn't want to come, he doesn't have to. It's not like we'll lose one less person to go in, or one less person to share the opportunity."

"The four of us are enough."

Shen Qingwu finally spoke, his voice calm and unhurried.

"That's right. This secret realm appears within the territory of our Canglan Empire, and all those who can be included in it are cultivators belonging to the empire."

"But in addition to our Eastern Star Region, the regional envoys of the three major star regions of the South, North, and South will also send people there, so there is competition among them."

"Having a reliable companion always brings more peace of mind."

He looked at Xiao Yuanshan.

"Brother Yuanshan originally admired that Special Envoy Chen's abilities and wanted to recruit him, right?"

Xiao Yuanshan did not deny it.

"That's right."

"I've met him twice, and my intuition tells me he's not as simple as he seems."

"It's a pity he won't come, there's nothing we can do about it."

Lei Zhen snorted, wanting to say something, but Su Ruolan silenced him with a look.

"Alright, Lei Zhen, it's his loss if they don't come."

"The number of us together is enough."

Lei Zhen then fell silent, but the dismissive look on his face hadn't completely faded.

Shen Qingwu stood up.

"Since Special Envoy Chen has already made the decision, we don't need to wait any longer."

"The City Martial Star System will open a seven-day secret realm. Although it is not far from here, it will still take two or three days to get there by road."

"Let's get going."

Xiao Yuanshan nodded and stood up as well.

"I've already handed over all my duties here, and I'm ready to leave at any time."

Su Ruolan tucked the jade pendant into her sleeve and gracefully stood up.

"I'm fine with it too."

Lei Zhen slapped his thigh and suddenly stood up.

"Let's go! We can't wait any longer!"

The four of them walked out of the main hall.

Outside the hall was a wide open platform paved with bluish-gray stone slabs, with low stone railings along the edges.

The sky was already turning westward, and the setting sun dyed the clouds on the horizon a warm orange color, shining obliquely on the robes of the four people.

In the distance, at the foot of the mountains, the outlines of several towns can be vaguely seen, with wisps of smoke rising from their chimneys, creating a particularly peaceful scene in the twilight.

A trusted general dressed in dark standard armor stood at the edge of the platform.

Seeing Xiao Yuanshan and the others come out, he quickly stepped forward, bowed, and clasped his hands in greeting.

"grown ups."

Xiao Yuanshan looked at him, his tone calm and steady.

"I and several regional envoys are heading to the City Martial Star System to explore a secret realm, which is expected to take several months."

"During this period, you and several deputy generals will jointly handle the affairs of Canglan Star and the surrounding area."

"Daily scheduling will proceed as usual. If there are any issues that are difficult to resolve, we'll discuss them when I return."

The trusted general bowed again.

"Your subordinate obeys."

"I wish you all a successful trip."

Xiao Yuanshan nodded slightly and turned around.

Lei Zhen had already reached the center of the platform. He flipped his large hand over, and a ball of bluish-white light appeared in his palm.

The light expanded and grew larger, like a ball of crushed mercury spreading out in the air.

In just a few breaths.

A long, shuttle-shaped flying boat, entirely silver-white, then took shape.

The flying boat was about twenty zhang long, with smooth lines and a thin layer of energy protective film covering its surface, which shimmered with a faint halo in the setting sun.

The bow of the boat is carved with a soaring eagle, its head raised and wings outstretched, lifelike.

The entire airship was exquisitely crafted, with every seam meticulously finished, clearly demonstrating the considerable effort and materials invested.

Su Ruolan looked up and a hint of envy appeared in her eyes.

"Old Lei, your 'Azure Eagle Shuttle' has improved a lot again."

"The last time I saw it, it didn't have this protective film on the surface."

Upon hearing this, Lei Zhen revealed a smug smile.

"That's natural."

"The materials alone cost me most of my fortune, and I also found a top-notch weapon refiner to add three layers of defensive runes."

"Now, let alone traveling, even if we were chased by a cosmic behemoth, we could hold out for most of the day."

Shen Qingwu also offered a word of praise.

"A top-grade flying treasure—in our Eastern Star Region, I'm afraid only you, Lei Zhen, would be willing to spend such a huge sum."

Lei Zhen laughed heartily and patted the boat.

"How can we manage without investing heavily? Whether we can get the best stuff from this Supreme Secret Realm depends entirely on it."

Xiao Yuanshan stood aside without saying a word.

As he looked at the eagle shuttle, the image of another flying boat involuntarily came to mind.

That Starship was entirely dark gold, with runes constantly flowing across its surface.

The boat's hull is seamless, without a single stitch, and exudes a deep and restrained aura.

He saw it once and never forgot it.

"Special Envoy Chen's airship is probably several levels above Old Lei's Eagle Shuttle..."

Xiao Yuanshan sighed silently to himself.

"Judging from the quality alone, it is at least a top-grade flying treasure."

"Fellow Daoist Chen's background and resources are indeed not as simple as they seem on the surface."

He quickly regained his composure and didn't voice his thoughts.

Lei Zhen had already taken the lead and walked towards the flying boat, his voice booming.

"Let's go, let's stop dawdling! The sooner we get there, the better our spots will be!"

Su Ruolan followed with a smile.

Shen Qingwu and Xiao Yuanshan walked side by side at the back.

The four of them stepped into the flying boat one after another.

The cabin is spacious and furnished like a small council chamber, complete with chairs and a tea table.

Lei Zhen walked to the control panel, placed his palm on the core array eye, and bluish-white energy flowed from his fingertips into the array patterns of the flying boat.

The airship trembled slightly.

Then it took off smoothly.

The trusted generals and several guards on the platform bowed in unison, watching the silver-white shuttle disappear into the horizon.

The spacecraft pierced through the clouds, broke through the atmosphere, and quickly entered the vacuum region.

The view inside the cabin became more open.

Through the porthole, one can see the deep sea of ​​stars, with several huge stars in the distance emitting dazzling light, dyeing the dust clouds in the darkness a magnificent purplish-red.

The spaceship traced a smooth arc in the starry sky, speeding towards the City Martial Star System.

Xiao Yuanshan sat down in the chair and poured himself a cup of spiritual tea.

The tea was warm, swirling gently in the cup, reflecting the soft light from the cabin ceiling.

He took a sip and broke the silence.

"Speaking of which, which ancestor of our Canglan Empire do you think left behind this secret realm?"

Su Ruolan thought for a moment and answered first.

"I have consulted the ancient records of the Eastern Star Region. There are three Supreme Realm experts who have fallen in the last 100,000 years."

"Two of them died in battle in the outer realms, and their remains were never recovered."

"The only one who passed away within the territory of the Canglan Empire is..."

She frowned slightly.

"It seems to be the seventh generation of the King of Zhen Dong."

Upon hearing this, Lei Zhen's eyes lit up.

"The seventh-generation King of Zhen Dong?"

"If it really is him, then this secret realm must contain the core inheritance of the Beast Taming lineage!"

"Our Canglan Empire was founded on the taming of beasts, and the lineage of the King of Zhendong is the pinnacle of beast taming."

"If we could obtain his legacy, it would be far more valuable than anything left behind by an ordinary Supreme Realm expert!"

Shen Qingwu pondered for a moment before slowly speaking.

"Not necessarily."

"This secret realm has never appeared before. It may have been left behind by a supreme being of the universe who passed through the Canglan Empire after his death."

"If it's the latter, the content of the inheritance may be varied and may not be suitable for our cultivation."

"But then again..."

He then changed the subject.

"A complete supreme legacy, regardless of its contents, is enough to move the heart of any eternal god."

Even if it's not suitable for one's own cultivation, it can still be of great benefit in comprehending the true meaning of the laws within.

Xiao Yuanshan nodded.

"Qingwu is right."

"Whether it was left by an ancestor of the Canglan Empire or by a supreme being from another universe who passed away here, the value of this legacy is immeasurable."

He held his teacup, his gaze passing through the porthole as he looked out at the ever-approaching expanse of brilliant stars.

"The four of us will go in; we don't expect everyone to receive the core inheritance."

"As long as even one person gains something, this trip will not have been in vain."

Lei Zhen grinned.

"Brother Yuanshan, you make it sound so easy. I don't want to come back empty-handed!"

"We've finally stumbled upon this opportunity, we have to make sure we get our money's worth!"

Su Ruolan covered her mouth and chuckled softly.

"Then let's see what you, Old Lei, are capable of."

The spaceship flew smoothly through the starry sky.

Outside the porthole, the stars slowly drifted past, and the pale purple nebula at the edge of the City Martial Star System appeared at the edge of the field of vision.

Seven days later, that secret realm will officially open.

The same expectation was hidden in the eyes of all four.