Previously on Longevity by Picking up Attributes in the Battlefield...
Maitreya Buddha explains the great upheaval of Heaven and Earth, the resulting chaos in the Heavenly Dao, and the shortened lifespans of Immortals and Buddhas. He reveals that the Spiritual Root Pill is made from Tribulation Qi and used by the Buddha Land and Heavenly Court to eliminate Immortals and Buddhas, seize their Spiritual Charms, and take their lifespan. He warns Ying Zheng that the Heavenly Court plans to attack the Qin nation and disperse Maitreya's Golden Bodies in the mortal world. Zhao Feng understands that the Heavenly Court seeks the Human Dao (the Dao of all beings) as a path to salvation and prepares Qin for the impending invasion.
As Zhao Feng's decree was issued, the interface displayed:
"Acquired Law True Essence: 6,569 points."
"Acquired True Dragon Power: 4,334 points."
"Acquired Tunneling Light Divine Power: 4,632 points."
"Acquired Postnatal Dao Body: 4,345 points."
"Acquired Divine Thought Power: 5,356 points."
"Acquired Lifespan: 4,235 days."
Following this, Zhao Feng's overall attributes experienced a significant sublimation, receiving another enhancement.
"Next, I shall calm my mind and cultivate," Zhao Feng mused.
"I must increase my cultivation to counter the impending threat from the Immortal Realm."
"For now, what Qin must do is develop its strength and await the opportune moment to launch a counterattack," he thought silently.
He immediately entered a state of cultivation.
Using the 'Nine Revolutions Chaos Manual', a day of cultivation boosted all attributes by 200 points.
This equates to two thousand points in ten days, and six thousand points in a month.
Zhao Feng realized that once his Mysterious Skill reached Perfection in the Second Transition, the improvements from the Third Transition would be even more substantial.
Such an attribute-based cultivation speed was nearly unmatched.
Furthermore, this method also encompassed the cultivation of the Law Essence Spirit, making it truly comprehensive.
Zhao Feng resolved to enter a period of secluded cultivation.
...
Time flowed onward.
For the nation of Qin, the entire populace began to cultivate.
To foster the prosperity of Martial Dao Cultivation within Qin, cultivation techniques suitable for reaching the Innate Realm were disseminated among the common people.
The Academic Palace, along with the military, was fully engaged in cultivating.
The development of Qin accelerated at an incredible pace.
Particularly with the establishment of dedicated cultivation grounds, Qin's overall strength experienced a monumental leap.
Over a hundred individuals attained the Divine Power Realm, and thousands of Great Grandmasters broke through their limitations.
It was crucial to understand that Qin had only begun spreading these cultivation teachings from the army just four years prior.
This astonishing improvement was largely attributed to Zhao Feng and Qin's comprehensive support and resource allocation.
Meanwhile, in the Heavenly Court, at the location of the South Heavenly Gate...
Five thousand Heavenly Soldiers, clad in silver armor and white robes, their faces concealed by masks of an unknown material, assembled before the Heavenly Gate, hovering amidst the clouds.
Each Heavenly Soldier moved with uncanny synchronicity, their bodies appearing as a single, cohesive unit, perfectly integrated with their battle armor.
Moreover, a potent immortal power emanated from each soldier, surpassing the strength of the Immortal Envoy Zhao Feng had previously slain on Penglai Immortal Island.
None of these Heavenly Soldiers or Generals possessed a cultivation base below that of an Immortal.
Of course, concerning individual combat prowess, they were still somewhat inferior to Immortals who had cultivated independently for extended periods.
"The Heavenly Emperor has arrived!" a voice boomed.
Hao Tian emerged slowly from within the South Heavenly Gate, accompanied by numerous deities of the Heavenly Court.
"We pay our respects to the Heavenly Emperor!" the five thousand Heavenly Soldiers chorused, kneeling in unison.
Their voices, devoid of emotion, conveyed nothing but profound reverence for Hao Tian.
"Your Majesty," reported the Martial Battle Star Lord respectfully, "these five thousand Heavenly Soldiers are the elite of the Dou Department, seasoned veterans of numerous Demon Suppression battles.
Among them are ten Heavenly Immortal Generals and one Golden Immortal Commander.
This force alone is sufficient to annihilate the Mortal World. Even with Qin's strong National Fortune, they cannot possibly withstand such a might."
"Excellent," Hao Tian responded, a smile gracing his face as he surveyed the assembled Heavenly Soldiers.
"Upon entering the Mortal World,
you shall sever Qin's National Fortune.
And bring the soul of the Qin Emperor to me," Hao Tian commanded sternly.
With a sweep of his hand, the Kunlun Mirror materialized in his grasp.
The next moment, propelled by Hao Tian's immense mana, the Kunlun Mirror ascended into the void.
A beam of mirror light shot forth, piercing directly into a Void Channel.
The channel revealed an ethereal vista, its terminus lost to sight.
Within, chaotic void currents swirled, yet they were stabilized by the potent force of the Kunlun Mirror.
"Enter swiftly!" Hao Tian ordered curtly.
He knew that forcefully opening a passage between worlds with the Kunlun Mirror was rapidly depleting his mana.
"Yes!" the Golden Immortal Heavenly Soldier Commander acknowledged.
With a gesture, the five thousand Heavenly Soldiers advanced in orderly fashion into the spatial channel.
In mere moments, all had entered the passageway.
After their departure, Hao Tian retracted his mana and put away the Kunlun Mirror.
"Congratulations to the Heavenly Emperor," a voice declared.
"After this campaign, the Mortal World will fall completely under the dominion of our Heavenly Court."
"The Qi Fortune of Shenzhou will also be claimed by the Heavenly Emperor."
A deity spoke with reverence.
"We offer our congratulations to the Heavenly Emperor."
Numerous Immortals and Gods chimed in with their felicitations.
Hao Tian maintained a composed demeanor.
"Five thousand Heavenly Soldiers, and five thousand Immortals."
"Furthermore, ten Heavenly Immortals and a single Golden Immortal."
"Such formidable power is more than sufficient to overwhelm the Mortal World."
"Once successful, Shenzhou's Qi Fortune will become the primary stage for my ambitions, paving the way for my transcendence and attainment of Sainthood," Hao Tian mused inwardly, a smile gracing his lips as he envisioned the glorious future following Qin's downfall, a future ripe with the opportunity for Sainthood.
...
The Capital of Qin!
The Morning Discussion Hall!
"A report for His Majesty."
"A resounding victory has been achieved at the Northern Frontier."
"General Li Mu and General Meng Wu have successfully vanquished the Yuezhi forces. Upon reaching their capital, the Yuezhi King, along with his officials, has surrendered."
"The vast territory of the Yuezhi, encompassing a population nearing 20 million, is now fully integrated into Qin."
"Meanwhile, General Tu Sui and General Wang Ben have pushed westward, subduing five foreign tribes within the past ten months, and their advance continues."
Yu Liao stood and announced with a booming voice.
A palpable excitement could be detected in Yu Liao's tone as he delivered the news.
"We offer our congratulations to Your Majesty."
"At our current rate of progress, the entirety of the Mortal World will be under Qin's dominion within two years."
"Congratulations, Your Majesty..."
All the attending ministers offered their congratulations.
"Two years is an excessive duration."
"Presently, Qin may not even require two years."
Ying Zheng declared with a laugh.
He then directed his gaze toward Minister Chen Ping, who stood among the civil officials: "Minister Chen, please enlighten the others on the recent developments."
"I shall comply with the decree."
Chen Ping promptly stepped forward and announced with conviction, "The Array Hall, generously provided with a Teleportation Array by the Crown Prince, and through the diligent efforts of our master Array Craftsmen, has successfully manufactured numerous Teleportation Arrays since six months ago. These arrays have now been strategically deployed across the nine provinces and thirty-six counties that constitute our Qin homeland."
"Moreover, both the Western Borders and the Northern Frontier have also been extensively outfitted with a multitude of Teleportation Arrays."
