High Martial Arts: Starting with a Martial Saint Peak Cultivation

Chen Yuan slowly opened his eyes. The lingering effects of lightning and time ripples still remained in the cultivation room.

A layer of extremely fine silver dust floated in the air, like shattered starlight, flickering under the lamp.

He glanced down at his palm; there were no longer any lightning arcs or ripples of time.

But Chen Yuan could clearly sense that all ten ultimate laws had returned to their original positions.

They stood firmly in the depths of his soul like ten invisible pillars.

With just a thought, these ten pillars would tremble simultaneously, drawing upon all the power within him to smash open the gate to the Supreme Realm!

"However, I still need to push my cultivation to its limit first."

Chen Yuan exhaled a breath of stale air, his fingers gently stroking the fabric on his knees.

"If we force a breakthrough now, it should work, but the foundation won't be solid enough, and it might leave behind problems later."

"A few more months won't make a difference."

He had a very clear plan in mind.

First, he went into seclusion to cultivate, compressing his Eternal Divine Power to its limit to break through to the Supreme Realm. Then, he took some time to merge the Fixed Void Pearl into the Myriad Treasures River.

"Oh right, I almost forgot again."

Chen Yuan suddenly remembered the misunderstanding that had occurred during his last seclusion.

Lin Mengyao stood in front of the statue for almost ten days, calling out to him every day, her voice filled with unconcealed worry.

Xiao Lan would also come over every now and then to ask all sorts of questions.

"This seclusion will only last longer; I need to let them know first."

Chen Yuan didn't delay any longer and immediately sat up cross-legged.

He closed his eyes, and his consciousness, like an invisible thread, soared into the sky from Yuhua Star.

The thread pierced through the manor's grand formation, through the atmosphere of Jade Flower Star, and through the dazzling sea of ​​stars.

Countless stars in his perception turned into blurry points of light, and nebulae receded like thin veils blown away by the wind.

A few breaths later, Blue Star appeared at the edge of his perception.

That azure planet floated silently in the darkness, like a gem carefully placed in a sea of ​​stars.

Chen Yuan's divine sense traversed the atmosphere and descended directly onto the plain outside Luodu City.

It is afternoon on Earth right now.

The square with the statue of the gods was bustling with people.

The sun shone directly down from above, warming the entire square.

The bluestone pavement reflected a faint white light, and you could feel the heat emanating from under your feet when you stepped on it.

The square was packed with people.

There were people from the Great Xia Kingdom, as well as many blond-haired, blue-eyed Western Europeans, dark-skinned Indian warriors, and tall, strong men from the Polar Bear Kingdom.

They come from all over the world, wear different clothes, and speak different languages.

But at this moment, everyone is looking in the same direction.

That celestial statue standing on the plain.

A white robe as white as snow, a long spear pointing to the sky, and cold, stern eyes.

Even though it's just a stone statue, it exudes a sharp aura that makes people afraid to look directly at it.

"This is the statue of the Supreme Martial Ancestor."

A young martial artist from Western Europe looked up, his voice filled with awe.

"It's taller than I imagined, and...it's scary."

A warrior from the Arctic Bear Kingdom next to him grinned and spoke in broken Daxia language.

"Of course! Lord Martial Ancestor killed that alien monster with a single punch. My father said that's a power only a god could possess!"

On the periphery of the crowd, several Indian warriors clasped their hands together and bowed slightly toward the statue.

"The Supreme Martial Ancestor, the Guardian of Blue Star."

They chanted in hushed tones, their expressions as devout as if they were on a pilgrimage.

Every few steps around the square stood an elite guard from the Dragon Martial Division, their posture ramrod straight, like silent walls.

Although the square was bustling with activity, no one dared to cross the cordon drawn by the guards.

The area at the feet of the statue remained empty, as if it had been reserved specifically for the Martial Ancestor.

suddenly.

A very faint golden light shone on the surface of the statue.

The light started from the statue's chest and flowed outwards like water.

First the chest, then the shoulders, and finally the entire statue was covered by a thin layer of golden halo.

"Look! The statue is glowing!"

A young boy from the Great Xia Kingdom who was nearby was the first to notice it, pointing at the statue and shouting.

"The statue is glowing! It's Lord Martial Ancestor! Lord Martial Ancestor must be about to descend!"

The crowd erupted in chaos.

"What? Lord Martial Ancestor has arrived?"

"Really?! I've run into this on my first day here?"

"Move aside so I can see!"

"Lord Martial Ancestor! It really is Lord Martial Ancestor!"

People's emotions, like dry tinder that has been lit, suddenly ignited.

The martial artists who were sitting on the ground stood up and stood on tiptoe to look in the direction of the statue.

Some young women covered their mouths in excitement, their eyes shining like they were filled with stars.

Even the guards on duty couldn't help but turn their heads to look, their fingers gripping their weapons unconsciously tightening.

The golden light on the statue grew brighter and brighter.

A long, slender beam of light slowly emerged from the surface of the statue, like a phantom emerging from the stone.

First it was a blurry outline, then it became clearer and clearer.

His white robe fluttered gently, his black hair was loose, and his eyes held his usual calm demeanor.

Chen Yuan's illusory figure stood steadily in front of the statue.

The square fell silent for a moment.

Immediately afterwards, a sound wave like a tsunami exploded out.

"Greetings to the Supreme Martial Ancestor!"

"The Supreme Martial Ancestor! It really is him!"

"Long live the Martial Ancestor!"

Countless people shouted at the same time, their voices so loud they made people's ears ring.

Some of the emotionally charged people from the Great Xia Kingdom knelt down, their foreheads pressed tightly against the scorching hot bluestone slabs.

Foreign martial artists also knelt on one knee, placed their right fists on their chests, and shouted the name of the Supreme Martial Ancestor in their respective languages.

Chen Yuan's illusory figure nodded slightly.

"Don't speak so loudly, we can hear you."

"Rise, all of you. No need for such formalities."

His voice wasn't loud, but it was like a gust of wind blowing across the square, filling everyone's ears.

Everyone stood up, but their eyes remained fixed on him, unmoving.

Chen Yuan glanced at the crowd but didn't say anything more.

He didn't come here for pleasantries.

"I need to get down to business quickly."

He muttered to himself.

"It's best if nothing happens on Earth; if something does happen, it's not now."

With a thought, Chen Yuan's divine sense spread out in all directions like a tidal wave.

In that instant, the entire blue planet was under his perception.

Every city, every river, every forest is clearly visible.

He accurately identified all high-ranking members of the Human Alliance at the Martial Saint level or above.

Zhou Qing was reviewing documents at the headquarters of the Dragon Martial Division when his pen suddenly stopped in mid-air.

Smith was instructing young disciples at the Martial Saint Base in America when he suddenly stopped talking halfway through his sentence.

Lin Zuyao was practicing boxing in the courtyard of the Lin family's old house when the sound of his punches cutting through the air suddenly stopped.

Lin Mengyao was meditating cross-legged in the cultivation room.

Chen Yuan accurately connected with each familiar aura through his divine sense.

"Everyone, I am Chen Yuan."

His voice resonated directly in everyone's minds.

"I will need to go into seclusion for a period of time, which may take up to several months."

"Unless there is something particularly urgent, please do not disturb me in front of the statue during this period."

"But if a crisis of the same magnitude as last time were to occur again, contact me immediately."

"I will be out of quarantine immediately."

Chen Yuan's voice was clear and steady, as if he were speaking right next to everyone's ear.

The entire leadership of the Human Alliance, regardless of what they were doing at that moment, all stopped what they were doing.

Some people immediately stood up straight, some put down their teacups, and some stood up from their seats.

The Lin family of Luodulin.

Inside the cultivation room, Lin Mengyao suddenly opened her eyes.

A hint of surprise flashed in those clear eyes.

"Teacher Chen's voice!"

She abruptly stood up, pushed open the door of the cultivation room, and strode out.

in the courtyard.

Lin Zuyao was standing under the old locust tree, one hand still in a punching position, clearly stunned.

"Grandpa, you heard Teacher Chen's voice too?"

Lin Mengyao walked closer, her voice filled with barely suppressed excitement.

Lin Zuyao slowly lowered his fist, stroked his beard, and smiled.

"I heard it, I heard it."

"It seems this seclusion is no small matter; the Martial Ancestor must have given us advance notice."

Lin Mengyao nodded.

My gaze involuntarily drifted toward the statue.

"I wonder if Professor Chen is about to achieve another breakthrough during this seclusion."

Lin Zuyao also looked into the distance.

"With Martial Ancestor's talent, breaking through is only a matter of time."

"All we can do is protect our planet and ensure he has no worries about the future."

Lin Mengyao gave a soft "hmm," her hands unconsciously twisting the hem of her clothes.

"I hope everything goes well for Teacher Chen."

At this moment, in the Plaza dei Statue.

Chen Yuan has finished delivering the message.

He originally planned to dissipate the illusory image and return to Yuhua Star to begin his seclusion.

But the crowd in the square became increasingly agitated.

A young martial artist standing at the front suddenly mustered up the courage to speak.

"Lord Martial Ancestor! My name is Zhao Rui. Thanks to you, I recently broke through to the Martial King realm!"

The young man looked to be under thirty, his face was flushed, and his hands were trembling.

"Can I ask you a question?"

Chen Yuan's illusory figure looked down at him.

"Ask away."

Zhao Rui took a deep breath and mustered all his courage.

"Lord Martial Ancestor! How far is the Canglan Empire you mentioned from our Blue Star?"

"I...I want to go see the universe too!"

As soon as he finished speaking, several other martial artists beside him shouted.

"Lord Martial Ancestor, could you please recount your exploits of fighting the enemy outside?"

"Lord Martial Ancestor, how long does it take to become an Eternal True God?"

"Lord Martial Ancestor, I've been stuck at the peak of Martial Sect for a long time. Could you please give me some pointers?"

"Lord Martial Ancestor, when will you be returning next?"

"Lord Martial Ancestor, have you eaten?"

"........."

The sounds rose and fell, like a flock of fledglings scrambling for food.

All sorts of bizarre questions appeared.

Looking at the expectant faces below, Chen Yuan felt a mix of helplessness and amusement.

"Alright, alright, one at a time. How am I supposed to hear you all shouting like that?"

He reached out and pressed down.

The palm was just a phantom, yet it seemed to carry an invisible power.

The entire square fell silent instantly, even the sound of breathing became quieter.

All eyes turned to him.

"The Azure Empire is very far from Blue Star. You wouldn't have a concept of exactly how far."

Chen Yuan looked at Zhao Rui, his tone indifferent.

"Wanting to explore the universe is a good thing, but first you need to improve your cultivation level."

"At least let's talk about the True God Realm."

Zhao Rui nodded vigorously, his eyes burning with passion.

"Thank you, Martial Ancestor! I will definitely do my best!"

Chen Yuan picked a few simple questions and answered them casually.

"How does one break through to become an Eternal True God? First, thoroughly understand the Ten Fundamental Laws; don't think about anything else."

"Have you hit a bottleneck? That means your foundation isn't solid enough. Go back and hone your martial arts skills and techniques again."

"When are you coming back next time? After I finish taking care of what I need to do."

"I haven't eaten yet."

"........."

His answer was simple and direct, without any beating around the bush.

But with each sentence he uttered, the people below nodded vigorously, as if they wanted to take notes.

Standing at the back of the crowd, an Indian martial artist whispered to his companion, "The Martial Ancestor spoke to us... My life has been worthwhile."

His companion was also beaming with excitement: "I'm going to write what happened today into the family genealogy!"

After answering the last few questions, Chen Yuan looked up at the sky.

"Okay, that's all for today."

"I'm going into seclusion soon, so I won't have much time to chat here."

He looked at the crowd in the square, his voice softening.

"You should also cultivate diligently on Earth."

"Don't forget, I can't protect Earth all by myself."

"The future needs you."

These few words, though not heavy, struck everyone's heart like heavy hammer blows.

Many young martial artists' eyes immediately welled up with tears, and their fists clenched so tightly they cracked.

"Rest assured, Martial Ancestor! We won't hold you back!"

Zhao Rui was the first to shout it out, his voice echoing throughout the square.

Immediately afterwards, more people joined in the shouting.

"Rest assured, Lord Martial Ancestor!"

"We will definitely train with all our might!"

"We're here for Earth!"

The shouts grew louder and louder, as if they were about to overturn the sky above.

Chen Yuan watched this scene and the corners of his mouth curved slightly.

"Alright, let's go."

His phantom began to fade, and the golden light slowly receded like a tide.

"Remember what I said."

The moment the sound faded, the light and shadow vanished completely.

The people in the square remained standing still, as if they had been frozen in place.

After a long while, someone finally spoke up in a low voice.

"Lord Martial Ancestor has departed."

"Okay, I'm leaving."

"It feels like I've been in a dream."

"Me too. I came here today just to see him, and I never expected to actually see him."

"The Martial Ancestor is even more powerful than I imagined. Just a phantom image of him made it hard for me to breathe."

"Nonsense, that's the Supreme Martial Ancestor."

The crowd did not disperse; instead, it grew larger and larger.

The cheers just now carried far and wide, even reaching the people of Luodu City.

Many people traveled from afar, only to find that the golden light on the statue had completely dissipated.

They chased after the people who arrived first, asking them all sorts of questions, their faces full of regret.

"The Martial Ancestor just arrived? He really came?"

"They're here! And they even talked to us!"

"What did he say?"

"Let's cultivate diligently and not embarrass him!"

Such conversations continued to repeat in the square, while Chen Yuan's consciousness had returned to Yuhua Star.

Inside the meditation room.

Chen Yuan slowly opened his eyes.

His eyes still held a hint of the smile he had brought back from Earth.

"That's good, we've done all the necessary greetings."

He stretched his neck.

"Now I can focus on breaking through to the Supreme Realm."

Chen Yuan wasted no more time.

With a thought, his infinite storage space opened.

Piles of spirit crystals flew out from inside, densely packed and suspended in the cultivation room.

The dense, almost impenetrable spiritual energy spread out like mist.

Chen Yuan only took one breath, but he felt the divine power in his meridians being stirred by something, and it began to get slightly hot.

"These spirit crystals should be enough for me to cultivate for a while."

He took a deep breath and formed a mudra with his hands.

The Primordial Divine Scripture began to circulate rapidly within his body.

The energy surging from the spirit crystal flowed into his body like glowing streams.

Chen Yuan's aura began to rise little by little.

Like a pot of water being slowly heated, the surface shows no change, but the temperature keeps rising...

Time passed day by day.

The door to the training room remained tightly closed.

The manor was quiet, except for the butterflies that continued to flutter their wings among the flowers.

Occasionally, the wind would ripple the surface of the lake, creating a few delicate ripples.

Chen Tianling and Youying had not returned yet, and the manor was so quiet that it seemed to have been forgotten by time.

Only the spiritual light shining through the crack in the door of the cultivation room never dies out, day and night.

A month later.

midnight.

Yuhua Manor was shrouded in the deep darkness of night.

A night breeze blew in from the lake, carrying the scent of grass and water vapor, and seeped into the cracks in the training room window.

Chen Yuan was immersed in cultivation.

His aura was even more profound than it had been a month ago, and he was getting closer and closer to breaking through to the Supreme Realm and reaching the limit of the Eternal True God.

It just so happened at that moment.

A familiar mechanical voice suddenly echoed in my mind.

[Ding! The monthly check-in count has been refreshed. Would you like to check in now?]

Chen Yuan's eyelids twitched slightly as he parted a wisp of his mind from his cultivation state.

"We're here again?"

He raised an eyebrow, somewhat surprised.

"A month has passed without me even realizing it."

"Cultivation is indeed the best way to pass the time."

Chen Yuan did not intend to interrupt his cultivation and responded directly in his mind.

"Check-in".

[Ding! Sign-in successful! Congratulations, host, for receiving the following rewards: 1000 Top-Grade Yuan Crystals, Eternal Top-Grade Spirit Gathering Pill, and a full-force attack from the peak of the Eternal Star God realm.]

Three pieces of information followed immediately.

"Supreme Yuan Crystal: An energy crystal of a higher grade than Supreme Spirit Crystal in the universe, containing extremely pure primordial energy. It can be used to assist in cultivation, alchemy, weapon forging, and array formation, with effects far exceeding those of Supreme Spirit Crystal."

【"Eternal Supreme Spirit Gathering Pill: After consumption, it can automatically gather the spiritual energy of heaven and earth within a certain range, improving cultivation efficiency, and the effect lasts for one week.

(Note: The more concentrated the spiritual energy, the better the effect.)

"Eternal True God Peak Full-Force Strike: A one-time attack item capable of severely injuring an Eternal True God peak expert and instantly killing beings below the Eternal Star God peak level."

After reading the three rewards, Chen Yuan's expression became somewhat subtle.

He remained silent for several seconds before slowly uttering a sentence in his mind.

"The first two items... are alright."

"With top-grade elemental crystals and spirit-gathering pills, I can shorten the time it takes to break through to the next level by a significant amount."

"The spiritual energy on Jade Flower Star is quite abundant."

He looked down at the spirit crystals floating around him.

Compared to the top-grade elemental crystals displayed on the system page, those spirit crystals were like river pebbles placed next to imperial green jade.

The difference is ridiculously large.

"This top-grade elemental crystal has arrived at just the right time."

"I was worried that the energy wasn't pure enough before my breakthrough."

Chen Yuan nodded in satisfaction, then turned his gaze to the third reward.

"But this is a full-force attack from a peak Eternal True God..."

His lips twitched slightly.

"Why does it feel like it was just there to fill space?"

"I'm about to break through to the Supreme Realm, what would I need this thing for?"

"It's disposable; once it's used up, it's gone."

The more Chen Yuan thought about it, the more useless it seemed.

He even suspected that the system might have seen him too focused on his cultivation and just randomly sent something in to appease him.

"What use is it to me?"

He sighed.

But just as the thought arose...

Chen Yuan suddenly stopped.

He suddenly remembered something he had completely forgotten.

"All items have been upgraded!"

These five words were like a bolt of lightning, cleaving through the fog in his mind.

"The system has triggered the 'item upgrade' several times before, which has raised the overall quality of the items I have to a higher level."

"If I trigger another item-wide upgrade after breaking through to the Supreme Realm... then will this full-force attack from the peak of the Eternal True God also upgrade?!"

Chen Yuan's breathing suddenly became rapid.

"If it can be upgraded, then it will become... a full-force attack from the peak of the Supreme Realm!"

"Severely injures a peak Supreme Realm cultivator, instantly kills those below the peak Supreme Realm!"

His pupils contracted slightly.

"At that time, I will have another trump card to save my life."

"A full-force attack from the peak of the Supreme Realm..."

Chen Yuan became more and more excited as he thought about it, and almost stood up from the warm jade board.

"I knew it! How could the system give me something so useless!"

"So this was all paving the way for future upgrades!"

He slapped his knee hard, making a crisp sound.

"Brother Tong, you're the most reliable one!"

The system did not respond.

But Chen Yuan no longer cared.