C1488 Set up
C1488 Set up
Previously, after resolving his personal crisis, Lin Xuan made a trip back to Fengwu State before departing the Dongyuan Continent for the Central Essence Continent. There, he eradicated the Yinming Sect, a malignant branch of the Demon Force in Fengwu State. Yet at the time, he lacked the power to confront the overwhelming inferno of war ignited by the Devil Cloud Sect. With no other option, he consolidated the Lin Family, the Drifting Cloud Sect, and the Ming Chang Royal Family into one entity: Tianyuan Palace, a testament to his grand aspirations.
He relocated the nascent and vulnerable Tianyuan Palace to a secluded valley, concealing it from potential threats that could lead to its annihilation. He knew he couldn't stand guard indefinitely; this was the only viable solution. It also served as a precaution to shield the fledgling palace from the tumultuous war that raged on. Tianyuan Palace was fragile, susceptible to destruction by the slightest spark.
Yet Lin Xuan hadn't anticipated the dramatic turn of events that would follow. Upon arriving at the Central Essence Continent, a succession of trials and fortuitous encounters propelled his cultivation and strength to soar at an astonishing rate. Now, he was capable of contending with a Half-level Emperor. While not on par with a true Half-level Emperor, he had reached a pinnacle where Emperor Level beings were as insignificant as ants to him, easily vanquished at his whim.
In the vast Central Essence Continent, he might not rank among the absolute elite, given the handful of Half-level Emperors that surpassed him. But beyond that realm, his prowess was nothing short of remarkable. With only a few continents like Tianyuan possessing the conditions and means to nurture a warrior to Half-level Emperor status, Lin Xuan's achievements were indeed extraordinary.
Across the vast Tianyuan Continent, fragmented into several large lands, there simply weren't the conditions or capabilities to elevate martial artists to the status of a Half-level Emperor. This included the concentration of spiritual energy from heaven and earth, the variety of resources, and the laws, among other factors.
In essence, someone like Lin Xuan, who was akin to the weakest among the Half-level Emperors, had already become a force to be reckoned with. He was unmatched in battle.
Upon his return to the Dongyuan Continent, Lin Xuan truly realized the significance of his current strength to the local martial artists—it was an overwhelming advantage. He had no equal in combat.
With such formidable power at his disposal, Lin Xuan had no intention of holding back or stifling his potential. His first act was to annihilate the loathsome Devil Cloud Sect. He then took control of five major powers, looting their resources to ensure his own future cultivation needs were met.
As his talent continued to grow, Lin Xuan's natural abilities even surpassed the Emperor Level, reaching the Supreme Level. This extraordinary talent indicated that if he aspired to break through to the Emperor Level in the future, the challenge would be significantly less daunting. Each advancement in realm brought a substantial increase in strength, though it also demanded a vast amount of resources.
Eventually, the resources Lin Xuan required would surpass those of the top Half-level Emperor experts on the continent. With no other option, he resorted to various means to acquire enough resources to sustain himself.
Facing the menace of the Demon Essence Race, Lin Xuan couldn't afford to be concerned with anything else. He had to use every possible means to ensure the most rapid growth of his power.
Thus, he founded another Tianyuan Palace. He was the Holy Son of the Sky Origin Temple, the once-dominant ruler of the Tianyuan Continent. It was only natural for him to take charge of a new establishment, given that the Sky Origin Temple had long since fallen.
Through the Tianyuan Palace, Lin Xuan could not only harvest the continent's resources for his own use but also consolidate the martial forces of the land to face the impending Demon Aura Tribulation. It was a strategy that served dual purposes.
This was not the Central Essence Continent, devoid of Half-level Emperor experts, yet Lin Xuan possessed such formidable strength. He had no intention of letting this advantage slip through his fingers.
The Tianyuan Palace now bore a resemblance to the Sky Origin Temple of Ancient Times, asserting dominion over an entire continent. The previous, smaller incarnation of Tianyuan Palace, established by the Lin Family, Drifting Cloud Sect, and Ming Chang Royal Family, paled in comparison and could no longer bear the same name to avoid any confusion. He had no plans—at least not currently—to relinquish control of the entire Tianyuan Palace to this newly combined, yet still feeble force. Apart from himself, there were scarcely any individuals at the King Level. In stark contrast, each of the five great halls boasted over twenty warriors at the Martial Monarch Stage. It was inconceivable that they would submit to such an insignificant power unless he remained to forcefully keep them in check, an option that was off the table.
He had founded the Tianyuan Palace not to become encumbered by it, but rather to leverage it for his own benefit. Upon his departure, the only option was to allow the five great halls to self-govern and uphold the structure of the Tianyuan Palace. In his absence, no one else could exert influence over the five great halls; this was the only viable path forward. The small force would have to adopt a new name, serving as a benign symbol that posed no threat to the five great halls. In this way, it could remain unharmed and gradually strengthen over time. As long as his formidable presence lingered and he did not meet his demise, there would be no cause for concern.
At present, the Martial Puppet had successfully transported numerous warriors back from the obscure valley aboard an Emperor Level High-grade Flying Ship, settling them within Elemental Spirit City. As one of the largest and most flourishing metropolises on the Dongyuan Continent, governed by the Elemental Spirit Hall, allocating a section of the city was a trivial matter.
Those warriors from the Qing Essence Sect who had previously crossed Lin Xuan and were later enslaved were dispatched back to Fengwu State. Lin Xuan had them return to safeguard the ordinary members of the three factions that remained there. He had no intention of bringing these individuals to Elemental Spirit City, as doing so could potentially give some the wrong impression.
Those who had erred but chose to proactively submit could expect the higher-ups to identify a few scapegoats, after which they could become subordinates to Lin Xuan. This would grant them access to substantial resources and the opportunity to reap even greater benefits.
If that were the case, the Lin Family, the Drifting Cloud Sect, and the Ming Chang Royal Family would face endless troubles. Lin Xuan found such matters incredibly bothersome. Despite his fearlessness, he preferred not to squander time on these issues. His solution was to address the problem once and for all.
In Fengwu State, the Million Treasure Pavilion branch, Ice Moon Tower, Fire Cloud Sect, and other powers were keeping watch. Moreover, the Qing Essence Sect martial artists were all under a lethal restriction, eliminating concerns about them causing harm to themselves or others.
The Lin Family, Drifting Cloud Sect, and Ming Chang Royal Family had no need to worry about managing their subordinates with Lin Xuan, the towering figure, in their midst. Countless forces would naturally seek to curry favor, establish connections, and offer various benefits. He would want for nothing as long as there was no word of his demise.
Whoosh! A bright streak of light soared from a distance, heading straight for the summit of True Martial Mountain, Lin Xuan's exclusive domain. This place had become synonymous with Lin Xuan himself.