High Martial Arts: Starting with a Martial Saint Peak Cultivation

The panic within the Tian Shu Pavilion had not yet subsided when Mu Tianyu stood up from the dragon throne.

He raised his hand and pressed down, the pressure of the mid-stage Supreme Realm silently spreading out, like an invisible hand pressing the noise of the hall back to the ground.

"quiet."

The sound wasn't loud, but it landed heavily in everyone's ears.

The room fell silent instantly, and everyone looked up, their eyes fixed on the dragon throne.

Mu Tianyu glanced at everyone, his tone serious.

"The entire territory of the Heavenly Crane Alliance has fallen."

He paused, then emphasized his words.

"Given their pace of advance, it won't take long for them to digest the Tianhe Alliance's territory."

"Next, it is highly likely that they will continue to attack my Canglan Empire."

The air inside the pavilion seemed to freeze, and several eternal gods instinctively gripped the armrests tightly.

Mu Tianyu didn't give them a chance to catch their breath and continued speaking.

"Just in case, we must immediately deploy heavy troops in the southwest direction bordering the Tianhe Alliance."

He raised his hand and pointed at the three illusory figures in the front row.

The Prince of Zhenbei, Mu Hanyan, the Prince of Zhennan, Mu Lie, and the Prince of Zhendong, Mu Cangyun, straightened their backs at the same time.

The aura of peak Eternal True Gods emanating from the three individuals trembled slightly, their eyes filled with murderous intent.

"The three princes, each leading the regional governors of their respective areas, shall immediately lead a large force to provide support in the southwest."

Mu Tianyu's gaze was sharp as he looked at each of them one by one.

"Prince Zhenbei, you are responsible for the line from northwest to due west. Prince Zhennan, the line from due west to southwest. Prince Zhendong, the line from southwest to due south."

He emphasized his words.

"The three lines advance in unison, supporting each other; there must be no mistakes!"

The three illusory figures stood up simultaneously, clasped their hands in greeting, and bowed, their voices ringing out in unison and loudly.

"Yes, sir!"

Followed by.

Mu Tianyu then called out the names of thirty-six more regional envoys.

One by one, the people whose names were called stood up, their faces serious and their eyes resolute.

"Each of you will lead your own fleet and accompany the three princes to the southwest, where you will be under their unified command."

Thirty-six illusory figures bowed simultaneously and responded in unison.

"Yes, sir!"

Mu Tianyu nodded slightly, then continued speaking, his gaze sweeping over the dozen or so illusory figures in the front row, each exuding the aura of a Supreme Realm expert.

"All those who worship at the Supreme Realm, the Ancestors..."

He paused, his tone suddenly becoming sincere and slow, as if he were carefully considering each word.

"Please also send everyone to provide support in the southwest direction."

He clenched his fist and lowered his voice.

"Since its founding, the Canglan Empire has never encountered such a crisis."

"I know that some of you venerable ancestors and revered elders have been living in seclusion for many years, no longer concerned with worldly affairs."

"But today, I shamelessly invite you all to come out of seclusion."

He took a deep breath and spoke slowly and deliberately.

"Not for me, not for the royal family, but for the billions of people of the Canglan Empire, please lend me your help."

After he finished speaking, the room fell silent for a moment.

The dozen or so Supreme Realm phantoms looked at each other, and then an old man with white hair and beard spoke first.

He was none other than the Iron Warrior, a mid-stage Supreme Realm cultivator with a rugged face and a loud voice.

"Your Majesty is too kind."

He clasped his hands in a fist salute.

"The Canglan Empire has treated us very well over the years."

"Resources, cultivation techniques, and secret realms have never been lacking. Now that the empire is in trouble, we will naturally do our utmost."

Several Supreme Realm elders beside him nodded in agreement. Mu Xuanji stroked his beard, his tone calm and steady.

"As the ancestor of the royal family, I have a responsibility to defend this land."

Mu Qingshuang's expression was cold, and she only said two words.

"I'll go."

The other worshippers also spoke up, their voices not loud, but carrying an undeniable determination.

As Mu Tianyu listened, a surge of warmth welled up in his heart.

He stood before the dragon throne and bowed deeply to the dozen or so Supreme Realm experts.

He bent his waist very low.

The hem of the dragon robe trailed on the ground, and the jade beads on the golden crown clinked together, making a soft, tinkling sound.

"I thank you all."

He straightened up, his eyes filled with relief and emotion.

"If we win this battle, you will all be the greatest contributors to the Canglan Empire."

"If we lose this battle..."

He paused, then didn't continue, but instead clasped his hands in a deep fist salute.

The group of Supreme Realm experts nodded slightly and said nothing more.

The atmosphere inside the pavilion was somber and solemn, like a piece of red-hot iron, hot and hard.

Mu Tianyu silently calculated in his heart.

Although it's unclear whether these people are truly willing to fight to the death for the Canglan Empire, at least their words sound nice.

The Canglan Empire cannot escape, but if these Supreme Realm experts flee alone, they will most likely be able to escape the Zixuan Star Region.

I just don't know if they'll follow his orders and go to provide support...

He snapped out of his thoughts and turned his gaze toward Chen Yuan and the other illusory figures sitting in the back seats.

Those individuals possessed restrained auras and wore different clothes, but all had cultivation levels at the Eternal True God level.

They were among the few honorary envoys of the Canglan Empire.

Like Chen Yuan, he held a nominal position and was not subject to official constraints.

Mu Tianyu set aside his airs as a king, nodded slightly in Chen Yuan's direction, and spoke sincerely.

"Special Envoy Chen."

He spoke slowly.

"The information you just provided about the Cloud Ripples Immortal Realm is of immeasurable value to the Empire."

"On behalf of the Canglan Empire, I thank you."

He raised his hand and nodded in the direction of Minister of Commerce Shen Wanlong. "Minister Shen."

Shen Wanlong immediately stood up and bowed to receive the order.

"A reward for Chen Yuan: a low-grade Eternal Heavenly Treasure and 1 top-grade spirit crystals. These shall be immediately retrieved from the Imperial Treasury without delay."

Shen Wanlong nodded respectfully, his voice crisp and clear.

"I obey your decree."

As the illusory sound faded, a commotion erupted inside the pavilion.

The eternal gods present all stared wide-eyed.

Some people gasped, while others instinctively gripped the handrails.

1 top-grade spirit crystals are already even more precious!

And the Eternal Low-Grade Heavenly Treasures... those are treasures that the Eternal True God cherishes!

The Canglan Empire's royal treasury didn't have a huge number of them, yet the emperor bestowed one upon the emperor as soon as he asked?

A middle-aged man who looked like a town envoy muttered to himself.

"This is... way too extravagant."

A civil official beside him stroked his beard and nodded slightly.

"The king is trying to win over Special Envoy Chen, and also to show the other honorary special envoys what he's doing."

"you do not say."

Another general lowered his voice and spoke.

"At this critical juncture, facing such a powerful enemy, every high-level combatant is invaluable."

"That being said, it was indeed very generous."

"........."

Chen Yuan sat in his seat, listened to Mu Tianyu's words, his expression calm, and slightly bowed.

"Thank you for your generous gift, Your Majesty."

His tone was respectful, neither humble nor arrogant.

"Serving the empire is simply my duty."

He said that, but his heart was completely unmoved. He didn't even really want it. He silently complained to himself.

"A low-grade eternal rare herb and 1 top-grade spirit crystals... isn't that like giving alms to a beggar?"

He sensed the surging power of the mid-stage Supreme Realm within his body. The Myriad Treasures River was flowing slowly within the Supreme Space, and nearly thirty Supreme-grade treasures were radiating a deep and serene luster.

Besides these, there were also numerous elixirs.

"I can find more valuable pieces of trash than this thing now."

But he didn't show it on his face at all; he just sat upright, looking calmly at Mu Tianyu.

Mu Tianyu was satisfied with Chen Yuan's reaction, nodded slightly, and then turned his gaze to the other honorary envoys.

"Gentlemen."

His tone softened somewhat, but remained just as sincere.

"Although no information about the Cloud Mist Immortal Realm was provided, you have all done a lot for the Azure Mist Empire over the years."

He raised his hand and tapped on the light screen, bringing up a list.

"Special Envoy Li, you guarded the southern border of the empire for three hundred years."

"Special Envoy Zhou, you mediated the border dispute between the Empire and the Bloodfang Tribe."

"Special Envoy Sun..."

He went to each person one by one and gave each of them a reward.

"Each person will be rewarded with half a low-grade eternal natural treasure, plus 10,000 top-grade spirit crystals and 50 million star coins."

The honorary envoys stood up at the same time, looked at each other, and were flattered.

They had held nominal positions for many years, and the imperial authorities rarely contacted them, let alone bestowed such a generous reward.

An elderly man with gray hair and beard was the first to react, clasping his hands in a fist and bowing deeply, his voice trembling.

"Thank you for your generous reward, Your Majesty! I... I will certainly do my utmost to serve the Empire!"

A middle-aged woman standing next to him nodded repeatedly, her face beaming with smiles.

"Your Majesty's kindness is deeply appreciated! I will never refuse any request from you in the future!"

The others also spoke up, their voices filled with gratitude and fervent loyalty.

Mu Tianyu nodded slightly, then raised his hand and pressed it down, signaling everyone to be quiet.

"Gentlemen."

His tone suddenly turned serious as he spoke, word by word.

"I have a request to make."

The honorary envoys fell silent at the same time, their eyes fixed on Mu Tianyu's face.

Mu Tianyu stood up, the hem of his dragon robe drooping down.

The pressure from the mid-stage Supreme Realm cultivator slightly subsided.

He didn't look like a high and mighty emperor, but more like an old friend pleading for help.

"This crisis concerns the very survival of the Canglan Empire."

"I earnestly request that you all also go to the southwest to take up a post and guard against the invaders from the Cloud Ripple Immortal Realm."

He paused, then emphasized his words.

"As long as we overcome this crisis, I promise you will not be treated unfairly. Resources, cultivation techniques, secret realms, official positions... whatever I have, whatever you desire, just ask."

He clasped his hands in a fist salute.

"I beg you."

The honorary envoys exchanged glances, their faces displaying complex expressions.

They were calculating rapidly in their minds.

When I was appointed as an honorary envoy, it was clearly stated in the contract.

They only have to intervene when the empire faces a major crisis.

The current situation... clearly falls within the scope of the contractual agreement.

I couldn't refuse even if I wanted to.

However, the other side consisted of at least thirty Supreme Realm invaders, and possibly even some Dominator Realm experts.

What's the difference between going to the southwest to oversee things and sending someone to their death?

The group had different thoughts, but they all agreed quickly.

"Your Majesty flatters us. As honorary envoys, it is our duty to serve the empire in its time of crisis!"

"Yes, it's my duty!"

"Your Majesty, rest assured, we will do our utmost!"

Mu Tianyu nodded slightly, a hint of satisfaction flashing in his eyes.

He knew perfectly well that while these people spoke sweet words, they were mostly plotting when to escape.

But as long as they are willing to go to the southwest to take charge, they can at least put on a show and embolden others and forces.

Chen Yuan also stood up and bowed slightly to Mu Tianyu.

"Your Majesty, rest assured, I will go."

He spoke calmly, without any unnecessary words.

He was making plans in his mind.

For days, no suitable opponent has been found, and Wanbaohe has not been used even once since it was successfully built.

This invasion army from the Cloud and Blue Immortal Realm... seems like a good choice.

"But then we'll have to reveal our true strength."

He muttered to himself.

"But it doesn't matter. Even if it's exposed, the Canglan Empire can't do anything to me."

"Moreover, if they want to successfully preserve the empire, they must curry favor with me."

The corners of his mouth curved slightly.

"The other party is a smart person; they wouldn't make a foolish choice."

"And if you really make a foolish choice, don't blame me for being ruthless..."

Seeing Chen Yuan agree so readily, Mu Tianyu's eyes flashed with surprise and relief.

He nodded emphatically to Chen Yuan, then turned to look at Zhenxi King Mu Qingyun.

"The King of Zhenxi"

Mu Qingyun immediately stood up, clasped his hands in obedience.

"During this period, you will select a special team to form a reconnaissance squad and go to the Tianhe Alliance to investigate the situation."

Mu Tianyu's tone became more forceful.

"Put on high alert. If the invaders change direction and attack our Canglan Empire—"

He said it word by word.

"We must know immediately!"

Mu Qingyun nodded solemnly. "Your subject obeys! I will carry it out immediately!"

With a flash, his afterimage vanished, and he had already set off to assemble a reconnaissance team.

Mu Tianyu then issued more than a dozen orders concerning resource and combat readiness deployment.

Which starports needed to be fortified, which fleets needed to be allocated supplies, and which formations needed to be activated ahead of schedule? One task after another, in an orderly manner.

At last.

His gaze swept over everyone in the room, his tone serious.

"My dear ministers, each of you has important responsibilities to fulfill. Go and do them immediately."

He paused.

"I must wait for the arrival of the other leaders of the Purple Profound Star Region to discuss the alliance."

"The morning assembly... is now adjourned!"

Everyone stood up in unison, clasped their hands in greeting, bowed, and responded in unison.

"We take our leave!"

The voices were clear and loud, echoing within the Tian Shu Pavilion for several breaths.

Then one after another, the illusory figures began to dissipate, like candles being blown out one by one in the wind.

Chen Yuan also stood up and nodded slightly to Xiao Yuanshan, who was not far away.

The two walked side by side toward the outside of the pavilion. Their figures flashed at the doorway and then disappeared.

Soon only Mu Tianyu and Qin Cang remained inside the Tian Shu Pavilion, along with seven or eight illusory figures of Supreme Realm experts.

Mu Tianyu sat down again. The back of the dragon throne was cold. He leaned against it and gently exhaled.

"Next, let's see if the other leaders of the Purple Profound Star Region know what's good for them."

.........

Yuhua Star, Yunye Manor.

The charcoal fire in the backyard was still crackling, and the grease from the spirit beast meat dripped onto the fire, sizzling and sending up a small plume of white smoke.

A night breeze blew from the lake, carrying moisture and the bitter scent of medicinal herbs, mixed with the aroma of roasted meat, slowly spreading through the courtyard.

Chen Yuan opened his eyes.

The gaze returned from the void to reality.

He sat on the spirit stone chair, leaning slightly forward, his elbows resting on his knees, his brows slightly furrowed.

He was making plans in his mind.

"There is only one week left until the check-in time resets."

He muttered something under his breath.

"After you've finished checking in and improved your strength a bit, then head southwest. That's the safest way."

The thought had barely formed in his mind.

A shiny, oily skewer was suddenly handed to him.

The spirit beast meat was roasted to a golden brown and fragrant perfection, sprinkled with fine spirit pepper powder, and the oil glistened enticingly under the starlight.

Behind the meat skewers, the shadowy creature stared wide-eyed with its two vertical pupils, its tail swaying gently.

"Boss! You're back! Eat up, it's super delicious!"

The shadowy voice carried an undisguised eagerness.

"I saved this especially for you; this skewer is the tenderest!"

Chen Yuan took it casually and took a bite.

The meat juices burst in your mouth, crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, with the mild spiciness of the chili peppers mingling with the aroma of the meat, swirling on your tongue.

He chewed twice and nodded in satisfaction.

"Yes, it's really good."

Shadow immediately beamed, its tail swishing like a windmill, and it lay back down on the carpet to hug its bones.

Chen Tianling sat opposite, flipping the meat skewers on the grill, his gaze fixed on Chen Yuan's face.

He pondered for a moment, then asked.

"Boss, is there something wrong with the Canglan Empire?"

He paused.

"Otherwise, why would they invite you to a court assembly? When you were serving as the honorary envoy, didn't the imperial authorities say they wouldn't disturb you easily?"

Chen Yuan swallowed the meat skewer in his mouth.

He picked up the spiritual tea next to him, took a sip, then leaned back in his chair, his gaze sweeping over Chen Tianling, Youying, Chen Yi, and the others.

He spoke calmly.

"The Cloud Realm has attacked."

The courtyard was quiet for a moment.

The grease dripping from the grill onto the charcoal sizzled with a particularly jarring sound.

The meat skewer in Chen Tianling's hand stopped in mid-air, Youying's mouth, which was gnawing on the bone, suddenly stopped, and Chen Yi and several Holy Dragon Guards froze at the same time while clinking glasses.

"What?"

Chen Tianling's brows furrowed sharply, and his voice turned deep.

"The Cloud Tide Immortal Realm? That's what it was before..."

He paused, a cold glint in his eyes. "That Cloud Rippling Immortal Realm that made you guys escape in such a sorry state before?"

Chen Yuan nodded casually.

"Yes, that's the one."

"Four armies simultaneously invaded the Purple Profound Starfield from the southeast, northwest, and four other directions."

"The Heavenly Crane Alliance, the Azure Flame Empire, the Myriad Beasts Star Palace, and the Ice Extreme Palace have all fallen."

He picked up the skewer, took another bite, and mumbled something indistinctly.

"The court meeting also showed footage of those deep blue flying boats and the hydra emblem, which belong to the Cloud Wave Immortal Realm."

"........."

They told Chen Tianling and the others the specific details.

With a thud, the shadow dropped the bone onto the carpet, its two vertical pupils wide open.

"The Cloud-Swept Immortal Realm?!"

Its fur stood on end, and its tail stood up like an iron rod.

"Those bastards who've been chasing us around are back again?!"

Chen Yi put down his wine glass, his expression somber.

"Boss, back then, they chased us all over the star field, and we didn't even have a place to settle down."

He clenched his fist. "This grudge..."

Chen Shi replied, his tone cold and hard.

"It must be reported."

Chen Yuan smiled as he looked at their indignant expressions, finished the last piece of meat on his skewer, and casually tossed the bamboo skewer aside.

The bamboo skewer traced an arc and landed precisely in the trash can in the distance.

"Revenge isn't urgent."

He leaned back in his chair, his gaze deep and unfathomable.

"Let me finish checking in this week first, and then improve my skills further."

He paused, and the corners of his mouth curved slightly.

"This invasion of the Cloud Mist Immortal Realm will be a good opportunity to test the power of the Myriad Treasures River."

"Since it was successfully built, it has never been used even once."

Shadow picked up the roasted meat that had accidentally fallen onto the carpet, took a big bite, and mumbled indistinctly.

"Boss, we'll just go on a rampage and slaughter everyone!"

Chen Tianling put down the meat skewers in his hand and looked at Chen Yuan with a serious expression.

"Boss, how many people from the Cloud Waves Immortal Realm came this time?"

Chen Yuan raised his hand, spread his five fingers, and flipped it over again.

"The four forces combined must have at least a hundred Supreme Realm experts."

His tone was flat.

"It might even be the realm of the Sovereign."

The courtyard fell silent for a moment.

The shadowy creature stopped gnawing on the bone. Chen Yi and Chen Shi exchanged a glance, both seeing the same seriousness in each other's eyes.

Chen Tianling remained silent for a moment, then slowly spoke.

"And this time..."

Chen Yuan waved his hand, interrupting him.

"Don't be too nervous."

He stood up, walked to the grill, picked up two skewers of freshly grilled spirit beast meat, and ate one bite from the left and one bite from the right.

"No matter how powerful the Cloud Wave Immortal Realm is, it's impossible for it to turn the entire universe upside down."

He chewed on the meat, his gaze deep and unfathomable.

"If all else fails, I'll just take you to another star region and continue to lie low. Once I've cultivated to the Sovereign Realm or the Chaos Sovereign Realm, I'll go back and settle accounts with them."

He paused, then added.

"However... I quite like this Purple Profound Star Region. If I can lend a hand, then I will."

Shadow immediately replied, his voice full of anticipation.

"Yes! Let's give them a hand! Let's beat those bastards from Yunlan Immortal Realm back!"

Chen Yi and Chen Shi nodded emphatically. Chen Tianling looked at Chen Yuan, remained silent for a moment, and then slightly curved the corners of his mouth into a smile.

"Boss, it's good that you know what's going on."

He picked up the skewers again and turned the beast meat over the charcoal fire.

"Then we'll rest well for the next few days, and set off again after you've finished checking in."

Chen Yuan nodded, sat back on the bamboo chair, and looked up at the starry sky.

The charcoal crackled softly, and the aroma of meat and the sweetness of cinnamon mingled in the night breeze—everything felt wonderfully comforting.

He silently calculated in his mind.

"Check in a week later and see what the system gives you."

He closed his eyes, a slight smile playing on his lips.