CHAPTER 700: CHAPTER 424: CANNOT LET MERITORIOUS OFFICIALS FEEL DISHEARTENED

That day, Red Capital.

Crash!

Above the bustling city area, warplanes landed.

The lingering white air trails did not disperse as flying devices soared across the sky.

Warships hundreds of meters in size, like aerial carriers, spewed dozens of scorching exhaust flames. From a bird’s-eye view, the densely packed skyscrapers resembled a steel ocean, with bustling centers full of people.

In the center of this city, a sword-shaped skyscraper reached into the clouds, intersecting with shield-shaped circular devices that floated magnetically in the air.

In the glass steel connecting passages, people walked along, and upon further observation, several Flying General Level beings could be seen frequenting here, along with well-trained elite warriors patrolling with guns.

"I heard the situation in Nanjiang has stabilized!"

"It was so close; an Evil God Angel actually crossed over and arrived."

"I heard Wang Feijiang barely made it in time, thanks to the intervention of the strongest Martial Artist, which held out until the Radiant Secret Realm’s migration ended..."

Complex conversations echoed within the passage, as everyone received messages from various aspects of Nanjiang.

"I heard things seem quite complicated, not just as simple as the Evil God Church."

"The Divine General intended to go to the rescue, but other secret realms also had accidents..."

"Ah, let’s wait a bit more; the meeting should be over soon."

With voices mixed, a sigh echoed.

The curious gazes of several Flying Generals ultimately landed on the tightly closed metallic door.

They knew a meeting from the highest levels of Red Capital was in session, and their current Chi General Guard’s supreme commander was attending and communicating from within.

However, the anticipated atmosphere was different from what they imagined.

If someone could look inside, they would see only one silhouette sitting cross-legged.

Tall stature, long white robes with golden patterns.

A blue light streaked across the exquisite face, while seven or eight holographic projections floated around the body.

"The matter in Nanjiang this time is absolutely not as simple as an accident."

"Precisely, not only was the Radiant Secret Realm prematurely migrated, but abnormal space fluctuations also appeared in the Tianhe and East Sea secret realms, triggering large-scale Black Tide attacks."

"It’s evident this was a premeditated plan; these Evil God Angels prepared early to disperse and delay our strength..."

The surrounding holographic projections echoed discussions, their tone rather serious and suppressed.

During this, someone looked towards the cross-legged woman, inquiring about the situation.

"He Shenjiang, about Tianhe and East Sea over there..."

"The Divine Monarch has already suppressed the Tianhe rebellion, and the Abyss fissure in East Sea has also healed."

The cross-legged woman calmly spoke, and the surrounding few sighed in relief.

"It seems the Black Tide has temporarily receded."

"Unexpectedly, the spatial fluctuations caused by the secret realm migration were so intense, just short of allowing the Evil God Angel’s arrival..."

"Speaking of, if it weren’t for Chi Bo Energy messing around, the harm of the Black Tide wouldn’t have reached such an extent... According to investigations, they are involved with the Lute family; I think we should severely punish, as a warning."

Suddenly someone spoke, starting to hold accountable.

"Agree!"

"I agree too!"

Individuals belonging to Red Capital’s upper echelon unanimously voiced support, while some tactfully reminded that the Super Giant Enterprise is intricately connected, affecting tens of thousands of families.

"Without the Han family, our Chi Country will only flourish!"

The final harsh voice settled the result, with no one rebutting further.

"Then how do we handle the Nanjiang incident this time?"

Suddenly, an assembly representative spoke up inquiring.

"Master Chen turned the tide, and those fallen warriors have paid significantly for this Black Tide incident."

"We should give them a proper explanation."

"I have a suggestion for this matter... But, what about the White Giant?"

An elder in silk long robes spoke solemnly, worried: "All Legendary Level resources and technologies are strictly secured by us; the public can’t possibly have any residue."

"Could it be he is also connected with the Platinum Federation over there..."

The words were left unfinished, yet the meeting atmosphere grew two degrees heavier, with most attendants showing serious expressions.

A suddenly appeared Legendary Level Biological Transformation person.

No matter who, vigilance and caution were warranted.

"I have received all on-site conditions."

Unexpectedly, the woman sitting cross-legged, who rarely spoke throughout, actively spoke.

"Based on previous records, I actually think this person is trustworthy."

"As for Legendary Level transformation resources... There are always many accidents and opportunities in this world, aren’t there?"

"If not, neither I nor the Divine Monarch and others could have reached this point."

The calm explanation caused someone to be startled, recalling some secrets regarding the Divine General.

Every appearance of a Divine General is uniquely gifted, unreplicable.

This is already beyond the scope of transformation technology; otherwise, Chi Country wouldn’t always have only a handful of individuals like this.

"He Shenjiang, do you mean that the White Giant might also be...?"

"I’m not sure."

Faced with everyone’s gaze, the woman sitting cross-legged remained expressionless.

"I only know he is a hero."

"If we let heroes grow disheartened..."

She gently shook her head, leaving unsaid words echoing in everyone’s hearts.

Eyes met, ultimately tacitly suppressing the topic temporarily.

....

Two days later.

The quiet room of the Martial Arts Hall finally showed some movement.

Chen Feng exited the Dream Realm and opened his eyes.

Perception quietly spread out, everything around entered his mind.

The Martial Arts Hall was still intact, without much damage.

Master Li Tong and others stayed in the quiet room on the first and second floor, and Chen Yun, the eldest sister, was also temporarily staying here.

"Don’t worry, Xiao Yun."

"Xiao Feng has always been steady; since he said it’s okay, there must be no major issues."

In the guest room, seeing a hint of worry on Chen Yun’s face, Li Tong spoke again to comfort her.

The Martial Arts Hall was quite empty at the moment, with more than half the disciples not present.

Chen Feng’s perception therefore extended further, looking outwards.

Most of the disciples were busy in the neighborhood, either helping the Security Bureau maintain order, patrolling the streets, or actively distributing supplies.

The city was destroyed, chaotic scenes occurred frequently.

Not everyone can adhere to their principles, especially in such chaotic times suitable for opportunistic actions.

The Security Bureau suffered significant casualties, with manpower shortages, similar to the Chi General Guard and the military.

Including other martial arts gyms, and even the entire Nanjiang Martial Arts World, all suffered heavy losses due to the blood sacrifice incident.

Various parties tacitly chose to collaborate, with everyone contributing their strength as much as possible.

"United we stand..."

Witnessing this scene, Chen Feng’s eyes rippled.

Looking around, near the ruined neighborhood, there were armored cars and flying cars with flashing red and blue lights parked at the intersection, patrolling and keeping alert.

There were very few vehicles and pedestrians around, with armed warriors standing vigilantly, and the disciples of the Martial Arts Hall dressed in camouflage and combat uniforms, blending in.

Even Tianhao Security, Black Crystal Group, and the super giant enterprise Blue Dome Group sent some security and logistics personnel to participate in the post-disaster reconstruction.

Buzz! Buzz!

The air currents roared, looking up again.

Many skyscrapers nearby collapsed, with huge flying cars from corporations suspended with heavy objects, beginning city reconstruction.

Bulldozers also entered the ruins, pushing down and clearing broken walls and debris, carrying cement and bricks away with trucks.

As for high-rise buildings that couldn’t be repaired, they were completely demolished and planned to be rebuilt, with cement and asphalt already being poured into ground pits and cracks.

"Mom, when can we go home?"

"Soon, Xiao Yao, we’ll be home soon."

"Grandma, don’t cry, we’ll have a new home soon..."

A somewhat low conversation reached his ears, in the open areas of the city and the temporarily isolated living zones in the square.

Lots of camouflage tents were set up because many people’s homes were destroyed, leaving them homeless, having to temporarily live there.

"The city’s disaster has indeed gone far away."

"But the wounds left behind... will take some time to heal."

Selin stood among the people offering comfort, wearing a black jacket, helping the Martial Arts Hall disciples distribute supplies together with the Security Bureau.

Thousands of people temporarily lived in the tent area.

There were men and women, young and old, many still pale, unable to escape the shadows.

Witnessing such scenes of cracks and deep pits, and the bloody invasion of the Gate of Darkness.

She suddenly felt that the so-called natural disasters and catastrophes she experienced before seemed particularly ordinary right now.

"Looks like, last time in Nido, it was a narrow escape..."

Yang Wudi sighed a bit, looking at the many survivors in front of him, he couldn’t help thinking about the situation in Nido Royal Capital back then.

At that time, a void rift also appeared, almost forming a Space Gate completely.

The defensive strength of Nido Royal Capital and the garrison was clearly not as strong as Chi Country. If such a situation had indeed occurred then, the outcome would surely be much more tragic than in Nanjiang.

"So, thanks to Chen."

"But, Yang... can Transcendence really reach his kind of level?"

Selin, after distributing the last box of mineral water, couldn’t help walking closer to ask.

Her gaze naturally turned towards the distant Yanwu Gym with lingering shock and various emotions.

Yang Wudi remained silent at these words, understanding the other party’s complex feelings.

Even he hadn’t completely digested what he saw that day.

Could a Martial Artist really fly and escape like that?

Relying only on physical strength to have such a terrifying mighty power, it almost exceeded everyone’s understanding,

including his own.

Considering himself to have stepped on the path of Transcendence, capable of resonating with the world.

But he could definitely not do anything as earth-shaking as the other.

"Perhaps... the gap between Transcendence is even greater than the chasm between the Extreme Realm and ordinary people?"

This guess suddenly emerged, Yang Wudi’s expression turned complex, and finally, he couldn’t help but take out a cigarette from his coat pocket and light one.

Pop!

The lid of the metal lighter closed, he looked at Selin.

"Perhaps, we should leave too..."

Constantly staying by the side of the strongest Martial Artist, even with Transcendence, will pale in comparison.

If you truly want to go higher, farther.

Only by remeasuring and finding your own path.