C1481 Invitation
C1481 Invitation
Despite this, the Maple Martial Alliance remained intact, continuing its existence due to the widespread conflict ignited by the Devil Cloud Sect, which had engulfed the entire continent, including all the low-grade provinces. While their own province had fallen, the ongoing wars in the neighboring regions kept the powers within Fengwu State on edge, filled with anxiety and fear. Disbanding the Maple Martial Alliance was out of the question.
The elite and core disciples from the major forces of Fengwu State, including the Spiritual Sword Sect and Tyrant Blade Valley, convened within the Fengwu Royal Palace. The Maple Martial Royal Family, one of the most prominent powers, held the largest territory and boasted the longest history, as well as the most profound heritage. Their royal formation was also the most formidable, offering the greatest hope of withstanding an assault from other provinces' Demon Forces for the longest duration.
Today, however, an unforeseen event occurred. A colossal Flying Ship, a kilometer in length and radiating an awe-inspiring might, streaked across the sky towards them. As the leaders of the Maple Martial Alliance assembled, the massive Flying Ship had already positioned itself outside the Maple Martial Royal Palace.
The Maple Martial Alliance, as if bracing for a formidable adversary, activated its defensive shield. The kilometer-long Flying Ship merely hovered outside, refraining from advancing further. Yet, the mere presence of its aura caused the protective barrier to quiver, ripples spreading across its surface, as if it could shatter at any moment. The expressions of the Martial King Stage leaders within the shield were gravely serious.
They realized the gravity of the situation: the Flying Ship was likely beyond the King Level, possibly reaching the Emperor Level. The capability to pilot an Emperor Level Flying Ship suggested that an Emperor Level Expert was aboard. Indeed, the Martial Monarch Stage was recognized as the pinnacle of martial prowess throughout the entire Dongyuan Continent.
In the heart of the Dongyuan Continent, they could thrive.
Yet, why would they venture to such an out-of-the-way place as Fengwu State?
The desolation of Fengwu State was so severe that not even the neighboring Intermediate State, Yunchen State, had seen an Emperor Level Expert in centuries.
Despite the presence of a protective barrier, a sense of dread welled up within them.
They were aware that if the newcomer wished, they could effortlessly obliterate them.
The barrier would be futile, easily shattered in an instant.
At that moment,
A figure they all recognized descended from an Emperor Level Flying Ship.
"Ladies and gentlemen, this esteemed individual is an envoy from Tianyuan Palace, which now unifies the continent—Senior Zhang.
Senior Zhang comes on urgent business and means no harm. Would you please deactivate the protective barrier?"
The newcomer was a tall, slender middle-aged man.
But within the barrier, the leaders of the Maple Martial Alliance and the few King Level Martial Cultivators did not dare to take him lightly.
This man was Yun Bai, the ruler of the nearby Yunchen State and the one with the highest level of cultivation.
He had attained Level 7 of the Late Martial King Stage, placing him firmly in the late period of that realm.
In contrast, the Maple Martial Alliance had scarcely any King Level Martial Cultivators.
The most advanced among them had only just reached the Middle stage of the Martial King Stage, the Fourth Layer.
"Thank you for the heads-up, Brother Yun. We'll take care of it immediately."
Yun Tianhe, the most powerful cultivator in the Maple Martial Alliance, promptly stepped forward to respond.
The name Tianyuan Palace was new to them, signaling a significant shift in the power dynamics of the Dongyuan Continent's upper echelons.
Nevertheless, such matters were of little concern to those at the lower levels.
What truly mattered was that the visitor was an Emperor Level Expert.
Such an expert could easily overpower all nearby forces without breaking a sweat.
They stood no chance against this kind of power.
Though they were puzzled as to why an Emperor Level Expert would come to Fengwu State,
failing to show the proper respect could lead to their annihilation.
They could very well die for nothing.
Without further delay, Yun Tianhe promptly lifted the entire protective barrier.
Facing an Emperor Level Expert was futile, so it was best to simply show one's stance. With the disappearance of the protective light shield, Maple Martial Royal City lay bare for all to see. The imposing presence of the Emperor Level Flying Ship above permeated the air, leaving everyone breathless.
Yun Tianhe and several other King Level Martial Cultivators could no longer stay aloft and were compelled to descend. They sensed the flow of Pill Essence within their Dantians slow to a crawl, their usual strength diminished to less than a tenth. It was in this moment that they truly understood the terror of an Emperor Level Expert. The disparity between the two sides was immense.
Fortunately, as Yun Bai had mentioned, they were not met with adversity. Once the protective barrier was withdrawn, the Emperor Level Flying Ship was retracted, and its occupant approached, walking on air. He appeared to be an ordinary man, one who would go unnoticed on any street, but his presence commanded respect. His aura, mostly contained, was still enough to send a shiver down everyone's spine.
"Junior Yun Tianhe, representing the Maple Martial Alliance, humbly greets the Senior. May I inquire as to the purpose of your visit? The Maple Martial Alliance will spare no effort to fulfill your needs," Yun Tianhe said with a respectful bow. The other high-ranking members of the Maple Martial Alliance followed suit, bowing deeply.
Before they could finish their gesture, an unseen force gently lifted them. "There's no need for such formalities," said Zhang Lekang, gesturing dismissively with a casual smile. Zhang Lekang, an Emperor Level Elder from the Elemental Spirit Hall, was only in the Early Period of the Martial Monarch Stage, yet he was more than capable of carrying out this mission.
He observed that within the Maple Martial Alliance, there was only one warrior at the Middle stage of the Martial King Stage. He could easily wipe them out with a single palm strike. The Dongyuan Continent had hundreds of low grade provinces, but it was unpredictable that such a place could produce an extraordinary expert like their Palace Master. Zhang Lekang's smile concealed his thoughts, while Yun Bai, standing behind him, felt a surge of emotion. Zhang Lekang's demeanor had been cold and haughty throughout the journey, his attitude towards a warrior from a peripheral area like this one was unmistakably clear.
Throughout the journey, Zhang Le Kang maintained an air of cold arrogance. His disdain for martial artists from such peripheral regions was unmistakably clear. Yet upon arriving at the Maple Martial Alliance, he could still muster a congenial smile. The contrast to his earlier demeanor was stark, almost to the point of disbelief. It prompted a startling hypothesis to emerge in his mind.
"Don't worry, my visit here is without malice," he assured with a smile.
"I am here on behalf of the Hall Master of the Elemental Spirit Hall, extending an invitation to several of Fengwu State's distinguished talents to join the Tianyuan Palace. The East Saint Sect, our Elemental Spirit Sect, and the Thunder Yang Pavilion have all pledged allegiance to the Tianyuan Palace, becoming five major halls under its dominion. Once you join the Tianyuan Palace, you'll have the freedom to choose from any of these prestigious halls."