I Am Unaware That I Am the Peerless Martial God Chapter 1386: Reunion with Old Friends

Precisely as Long Tian anticipated, events unfolded without a single hitch. The scheme progressed seamlessly. After beholding his array of astonishing techniques and acquiring multiple ancient human artifacts, the gathering placed their absolute trust in him.

Within mere moments, waves of thankful exclamations resounded all around.

"The Star Lord's benevolence shall remain engraved in our hearts eternally!"

"Indeed, we cultivators hail from Cloud Star originally. Safeguarding Cloud Star stands as our sacred obligation!"

"Guided by the Star Lord today, we vow our lives to you henceforth, shouldering the revival of Cloud Star's splendor. Failing that, we'd be lower than swine and curs!"

Ancient Saint Luo Hongfei firmly held the conviction that Cloud Star's ascent was imminent, his visage brimming with anticipation. The rest meticulously stowed their newfound ancient treasures, their faces radiating uncontainable thrill.

Each had secured the artifacts they desired, freeing them from fawning over Zui Wuya and his fellow disciples. Besides, these items came directly from the Star Lord, guaranteeing their superiority over those pair of ancient blades!

This realization sparked even more fervent and joyful declarations of thanks, fists cupped in unison.

Zui Wuya along with his martial brother had snagged two treasures gratis too, leaving them overjoyed. Overflowing with profound respect for the enigmatic Star Lord, they prostrated in tandem, joining the chorus.

"Lord Star Lord."

"Should you ever require our service ahead, we shall rush to sacrifice our lives without a second thought!"

Observing the throng prostrate and affirm their devotion, Yun Tian's gaze shone with satisfaction.

"Excellent, truly excellent."

He had endured immense sacrifices solely to hear these vows. At last, he had swayed Cloud Star's cultivators to his side. Though the toll had been steep moments ago, his labor had borne fruit!

As the plan's second phase loomed, Long Tian's lips nearly curled into a triumphant smirk, betraying his inner glee.

Yet his cunning ran profound; he swiftly masked it with a chuckle, adopting an expression brimming with anticipation. His eyes held the warmth of an elder gazing upon his clan's youths, filled with optimism.

"Hehe..."

"Your fervent resolve fills me with immense joy."

"Cloud Star presently demands reconstruction on every front, precisely when manpower is crucial. Proclaim this far and wide, enlist aspirants of noble spirit, unite to forge Cloud Star's grand undertaking, and hasten its former majesty's return."

"When Cloud Star once more dominates the cosmos, yours shall be the paramount contributions."

These lofty assurances rang so convincingly that even Luo Hongfei's eyes sparkled in rapture.

Yet Ancient Saint Luo Hongfei was no common figure. He soon snapped from visions of glory, sensing a subtle oddity.

After deep contemplation, he bowed prudently and sought clarification.

"The Star Lord possesses boundless wisdom."

"However, Cloud Star has lain barren for ages. Its top warriors today pale against the recent young prodigies from other stars. Immortal domains and holy lands offer scant resources too. Solely on fellow Daoists' zeal, overtaking rival worlds proves unattainable. Even rallying all old allies would barely dent the gap."

His words hung, prompting silent exchanges and dawning skepticism among the group.

Reluctant as they were, reality bore out the harsh fact.

Since the Return to Antiquity Corridor linked realms, countless offworlders had descended upon Cloud Star. Their prowess and poise dwarfed locals'. Whispers of other stars' might only deepened their self-doubt.

Though the Star Lord revealed Cloud Star's past splendor, the present chasm left them despairing. Bridging it through personal might resembled a madman's fancy.

In moments, the assembly's spirits plummeted visibly.

Long Tian observed the shift impassively, his assured glint unwavering.

His strategies harbored no weaknesses; his grasp of hearts bordered on mastery. Having spent dearly to enchant them, he had anticipated every hurdle with ready solutions.

As Demon Race's premier prodigy, Long Tian shunned uncalculated risks!

With a gentle laugh, he resumed his persuasive discourse.

"Your clear-eyed assessment of realities, free from hubris or haste, merits highest praise. Though your realms lag now, the Great Dao awaits you all."

"That Cloud Star, in its nadir, retains youths such as you, marks its supreme blessing."

These utterances shed any Star Lord's haughtiness, exuding elder-like serenity and fondness. He lauded them till they flushed with honor. Lifting heads, their gazes brimmed with awe.

Such demeanor befitted the Star Lord alone.

Thus, he uplifted their vigor and earned their affection. Subtly, Long Tian seized the scene's reins, captivating every soul.

His next words launched a legendary pledge of grandeur!

"Your concerns hold merit, and I concur fully."

"Restoring Cloud Star's zenith with present forces and assets is utterly infeasible! I foresaw this long ago and prepared a remedy."

"Henceforth, as you disseminate word and gather elites, erect temples across key immortal domains in my name. Let Long Tian's renown resound across Cloud Star, amassing faith's potency from every corner. With sufficient faith power, I shall ascend to supreme heights anew."

"Then, none in the galaxy shall rival me. Cloud Star shall reclaim its throne, and you shall endure immortally beside me, hailed eternally as Cloud Star's founding heroes by posterity!"

The resounding proclamation stunned them, eyes bulging in awe!

The Star Lord had a solution ready...

Ascending supreme, unrivaled across stars.

What audacious ambition!

And they could etch their legacies forever?!

For merely propagating news and raising shrines en route?

None but fools would spurn such fortune!

In a flash.

Luo Hongfei leading, faces crimson with fervor. The impact surpassed a surge of potent elixir. Exchanging thrilled glances, eyes alight with delight!

Scarcely pausing, fists cupped, they affirmed!

"We obey the Star Lord's decree without fail!"

Long Tian's approving nod spurred them; they dispersed forthwith, streaking as luminous trails back to Cloud Star!

Gazing distantly as lights faded from view.

The cosmos emptied once more.

Long Tian unveiled a malevolent grin, eyes flashing with eerie light.

"Exert yourselves to broadcast my name over Cloud Star, forging faith power for my Demon Race. Once my demonic cultivation peaks and my kin amasses might, I shall grant you final release."

"Hahahaha..."

The chilling, vicious guffaw transformed him utterly from before. Swallowing even ambient starlight, darkness prevailed. An icy miasma pervaded, peaking in dread and shadow.

Cloud Star's returnees knew naught of this.

Luo Hongfei and comrades dashed every which way, proclaiming the Star Lord's glory for Cloud Star's renaissance.

Initially met with skepticism, but flaunting their ancient human treasures and sharing tales swiftly won over peers, accelerating momentum.

Days later, shrines sprouted across locales. Cloud Star pulsed with unmatched vigor and zeal.

Major immortal domains buzzed with Lord Star Lord Long Tian's fame.

This blaze intensified relentlessly, vines rampant. Shrines and faithful multiplied alarmingly.

Soon, tidings would reach the Nine Realms.

Yue Realm of the Nine Realms.

Beyond the teeming capital, crowds thronged. Merriment filled the air amid comings and goings, yet Yi Feng stood aloof, detached amid the gate's bustle.

Surveying the hubbub, Yi Feng sensed humanity's elations unshared.

He couldn't fathom the widespread excitement, nor cared for rumors. Days of fruitless quests from Immortal Realm to Nine Realms yielded no Star Lord trace; exhaustion sapped further pursuit.

The offworld shadows were eradicated anyway; he'd done his part. Failing the message, so be it.

Rare homecoming to Cloud Star—why not retreat to Shadow Isle?

Curious about kin and comrades' fates, disciples' advances, and if rogue Lu Benwei squandered funds on mischief?

He'd emptied coffers; surely that rascal hadn't pawned household goods?

Thoughts swirling, Yi Feng grew wearier of it all. Nostalgia surged fiercely, hastening his stride.

Emerging from gates, a figure approached, halting him. Staring moments, then fists cupped in glee!

"Brother... Brother Yi?!"

Stunned by the warm hail, Yi Feng puzzled. The face rang vague bells, memory elusive.

Scrutinizing closely.

Spotting the waist-hung wine gourd and studying the elder anew, realization dawned; eyes widened, grin blooming.

"Why are you here?"

The arrival was none other than Wei Donghai.

Back at that obscure hamlet, Yi Feng had crafted dragon beard noodles with this comrade, traversed Return to Antiquity Corridor side-by-side. Never dreamed of this encounter in Yue Realm.

Truly, what a tiny world.