"Hahaha~ Come, Brother Xu, let me introduce you!"

In Baiyu City, Zheng Yi led Xu Mujun by the hand to make introductions one by one:

"This is Daoist Master Tianxingzi, a late-stage Qi Cultivation cultivator, a descendant of the Celestial Secret Sect from a thousand years ago. The most skilled in astrology and divination, and astrological arrays."

"The Mountain Protection Array of our dynasty is crafted by Daoist Master Tianxingzi."

Xu Mujun nodded and said, "Nice to meet you, Daoist Master Tianxingzi."

Tianxingzi returned the courtesy repeatedly, saying, "Grand General Xu, you’re too kind. I often hear Your Majesty and other ministers mention you. It’s truly eye-opening to meet you today!"

It’s not just eye-opening, it’s absolutely awe-inspiring!

A mere mortal, even if he is an Innate Martial Artist, how could his power be so formidable!

He actually defeated a newly Foundation Establishment cultivator in less than the time it takes to drink a cup of tea!

If this news spreads, it would shock countless people.

Tuoba Qingying was a cultivator with a Water Attribute Celestial Spirit Root.

Even a Golden Core Puppet could not take her down in a short time, yet Xu Mujun could!

Moreover...

He kept recalling the cleaving strike of Xu Mujun earlier, which unexpectedly had the essence of ’Divine Thought Transformation.’

It is said that the technique of Divine Thought Transformation can only be grasped by Nascent Soul Stage cultivators.

At the very least, it should be mastered by some Golden Core Stage cultivators specialized in divine thought.

To think Xu Mujun, a mere mortal, could actually master this technique.

It’s truly... terrifying!

"And this is Xuan Jizi, heir of Xuanji Sect, with late-stage Qi Cultivation, renowned for extraordinary swordsmanship, and also the mentor of newly recruited disciples in our dynasty."

Xuan Jizi scrutinized Xu Mujun closely with his beautiful eyes, feeling some astonishment within.

She had also witnessed Xu Mujun’s actions earlier, and composed herself, saying, "This humble one is Xuan Jizi, nice to meet you, Grand General Xu."

"Daoist Master Xuan Jizi, you’re too kind."

Xu Mujun nodded in response, then asked, "Your Majesty, what is meant by newly recruited disciples?"

Zheng Yi replied calmly, "This is simple. Half a year ago, I held a ’Spirit Testing Ceremony’ to search for people with spirit roots in the Capital Region."

"Heaven rewards the diligent. The Spirit Testing Ceremony identified more than ten individuals with spirit roots, all of whom are now cultivating in Yuelong Palace."

"One of them is your clansman, Xu Qing... Fengxiong, come here!"

Outside the grand hall, Xu Fengxiong quickly approached, bowing respectfully, "This humble one is Xu Fengxiong, greets Your Majesty!"

"Greets... Grand General!"

"Are you... Fengxiong?"

Xu Mujun looked at Xu Fengxiong and quickly recognized him, frowning, "A member of the Xu Clan?"

"Yes..."

Xu Fengxiong gritted his teeth, saying, "My father, Xu Mushan, is from the fourth branch..."

"Your Majesty!"

Xu Mujun said gravely, "With the southern campaign concluded, I request to return to the clan to..."

"Alas~"

Zheng Yi stopped Xu Mujun and said, "Brother Xu, Fengxiong is not only your clansman but also possesses a spirit root and is one of our Great Yu cultivators."

"Moreover, I shall not hide it from you; Fengxiong’s spirit root aptitude is a Celestial Spirit Root, a top-notch cultivation seed that any sect would vie for!"

"You cannot take him away, I still await his growth to become a cornerstone for the protection of our Great Yu!"

"Your Majesty..."

Xu Mujun intended to say more but was interrupted by Zheng Yi.

With a wave of his hand, he signaled Xu Fengxiong to retreat.

Then he led Xu Mujun in front of Zhao Suzhen, saying, "Taiyii Dao disciple Zhao Suzhen, is the favorite disciple of Elder Zhao Xizheng. He is actually a Foundation Establishment cultivator, a true dragon among men!" 𝙛𝒓𝓮𝒆𝔀𝒆𝙗𝓷𝒐𝙫𝒆𝙡.𝒄𝓸𝓶

Zhao Xizheng hurriedly clasped his hands, saying, "Your Majesty’s praise, this humble one is just a rustic person."

For some reason, Zhao Xizheng always felt that when facing Xu Mujun, it was as if facing his own master.

Commanding respect without anger.

An intangible aura continuously suppressed him.

Even now he was a Foundation Establishment cultivator, he dared not act recklessly.

After all...

Xu Mujun just right before his eyes defeated a Foundation Establishment cultivator.

Moreover, one’s spiritual root was a Celestial Spirit Root!

Thinking of this made his heart feel somewhat bitter.

Had not his master mentioned that this continent lacked Foundation Establishment cultivators?

That if he advanced to Foundation Establishment, he would surely become the top in the world.

How...

He had just succeeded in Foundation Establishment, only to find someone else had achieved it before him, and as a Celestial Spirit Root cultivator.

Before he could react, suddenly a martial artist appeared, easily defeating that Celestial Spirit Root Foundation Establishment cultivator with a few moves.

This...

Could it be he had cultivated a false path to immortality?

"So you are a disciple of Elder Celestial Master, has Elder been well these years?"

Zhao Suzhen respectfully said, "It has been three years since I returned to Taiyii Dao, and I must return soon after this breakthrough."

When facing Xu Mujun, he had no choice but to address himself as a junior.

In the cultivation realm, strength is revered.

Xu Mujun’s ability to suppress a Foundation Establishment cultivator, even as a mere mortal, commanded respect from all cultivators.

Zheng Yi suddenly said, "Everyone, take your seats."

"Thank you, Your Majesty!"

Only then did Zheng Yi release Xu Mujun’s hand, signaling for everyone to sit down.

"Suzhen, tell us about your experiences over the past few years."

Zheng Yi said, "Three years ago, Elder Celestial Master Zhao Suling requested a Martial Arts Department token from me, and I’m quite interested in your experiences during these years."

"Yes, Your Majesty."

Zhao Suzhen rose, hesitated for a moment, and said, "My experiences... are quite simple."

"Three years ago, at my master’s command, I went down the mountain for training. After traveling through most of the Capital Region, I discovered that the spiritual energy in the Capital Region was abundant, far surpassing other places."

"I continued my journey and found a large amount of spiritual medicine on a mountainside of Celestial Longevity Mountain. There were many Imperial Guards present, so I did not approach."

"Later, beneath a deep pool at the foot of Fairy Peak of Celestial Longevity Mountain, I discovered a cluster of hundred-year-old spiritual medicine called ’Deep Water Cyan Lotus.’"

"This lotus is a pure water attribute spiritual medicine, highly beneficial for water attribute cultivators, purifying their magical power and making breakthroughs easier."

"Unlike other spiritual medicines, this lotus blooms prolifically; I discovered at least thirty specimens."

"Just as I was about to harvest, I found the lotus was guarded by a woman of the Tuoba Clan."

"Through some exchanges, Tuoba Qingying traded information about a ’Thunder Flash Wood’ spiritual plant region for ownership of the Deep Water Cyan Lotus."

"Following Tuoba Qingying’s information, I indeed found the Thunder Flash Wood beneath Azure Dragon Peak adjacent to Fairy Peak."

"As a Thunder Attribute Anomalous Spirit Root cultivator, this item holds significant importance to me, so I set up a cave mansion beside the Thunder Flash Wood for secluded cultivation."

Zhao Suzhen suddenly said, "Your Majesty!"

"The spiritual energy in the Capital Region is abundant, far surpassing other places, especially on Celestial Longevity Mountain. It’s a Grotto Heaven Blessed Land!"

"Due to an epiphany, I had no choice but to cultivate on the spot, occupying the spiritual land of Your Majesty, for which I seek your forgiveness."

Tianxingzi suddenly rose, saying, "Your Majesty, this is my oversight."

"Although Fairy Peak and Azure Dragon Peak aren’t the main peaks of Celestial Longevity Mountain, they are not far. I failed to notice the two of them breaking through there... Please punish me!"

"Hahaha~"

Zheng Yi laughed heartily, saying, "How could I be such a petty person?"

"You two are citizens of Great Yu and have made outstanding contributions to our nation. What importance do a few spiritual lands hold?"

"Once the sect gate is built, each of you may choose a peak for your own cave mansion!"

As soon as he finished speaking, everyone’s eyes lit up sharply.

Cave mansion!

They all knew that in the Capital Region, the place most abundant with spiritual energy was none other than Celestial Longevity Mountain.

And Your Majesty was willing to grant the other peaks of Celestial Longevity Mountain to them as cave mansions.

This favor is greater than the heavens!

Everyone said in unison, "Thank you, Your Majesty!"

"Your Majesty...!"

At this moment, Chen Liancang walked in quickly, "Outside the hall, a cultivator named Xiong Gang requests an audience, and the old servant could not stop him..."

"Hahaha~!"

Before he finished speaking, loud laughter was accompanied by a tall figure walking in.

"Brother Xu! Your speed is remarkable, it seems everything has been resolved."

"Your Little Emperor you care so much about is fine~"