Chapter 228: Star Race Mobilizes

“Grand Marshal! Grand Marshal!”

“Blue Star’s Battle Exemption Privilege is gone!”

…

On Blue Star, Jiang Yan’s epiphany had already concluded.

With a lift of his hand, the flesh on his right arm degenerated, transforming into a ghastly white skeleton.

Then, the light on his arm scattered, and flesh regrew, restoring it to its original state.

In these few hours, the faint Law Embryo he had gained through epiphany from the life-and-death Demon Skeleton could only accomplish this much.

Afterward, he sparred with the life-and-death Demon Skeleton again but never triggered another epiphany.

It seemed as though the reward of [Heaven Rewards Diligence] was merely a stroke of luck, difficult to force.

But Jiang Yan knew that as long as he continued fighting the life-and-death Demon Skeleton, he would eventually fully comprehend all the Law Embryos.

The description of [Heaven Rewards Diligence] was that all efforts would yield rewards.

If he saw no reward, without hesitation, Jiang Yan would certainly believe he hadn’t worked hard enough.

Of course, effort would only bring corresponding rewards; it wouldn’t create impossible gains out of thin air.

Blue Star, Divine Capital.

“Reporting to the Martial Saint Master, Star Star forces have been spotted in the forward Star Domain!”

“To think they’ve come so quickly…”

The female Martial Saint frowned slightly, her expression grave as she watched the densely packed dots of light on the projection screen advancing toward Blue Star.

Now that Blue Star’s Battle Exemption Privilege had been broken, Star Star had begun deploying troops so swiftly, clearly a long-planned scheme; otherwise, mobilizing forces couldn’t possibly be this fast.

“First, disseminate the message: Blue Star officially enters the period of nationwide resistance!”

She sighed, a trace of sorrow in her eyes.

After this battle, Blue Star’s chances of survival were slim. How many of her family, friends, and the people living on this planet would survive?

A figure flashed through her mind.

That youth who, months ago, had fought for Blue Star’s chance to catch its breath.

Now, Qin Wufeng had told her that man had returned, and he had become very, very strong.

“How can Qin Wufeng be so confident after just a few months?”

She couldn’t help but shake her head. As someone seasoned in battle, she believed they couldn’t place all their hopes on one person.

Blue Star also needed to change accordingly.

Now, with the disappearance of the battle exemption, Blue Star was in a state of panic. Hedonism prevailed, people were anxious and uneasy, and many were even attempting to smuggle themselves off the planet.

Indeed, the Myriad Realms Ladder’s battle exemption list was public; the government had no way to hide it.

Just then, another soldier came to report.

“Martial Saint Master, currently, 50,700 people are attempting to smuggle themselves off Blue Star. How should we handle this?”

“And it’s only been a few hours…”

A hint of weariness showed at the corners of the female Martial Saint’s eyes as she waved her hand.

“According to Wartime Regulations: All citizens are soldiers. Those who flee will be treated as deserters.”

The Wartime Regulations were a product of Blue Star’s century of continuous warfare. Most of the regulations were extremely harsh and extreme, but for the survival of the entire planet, Blue Star’s leadership always believed—

Extremity was necessary.

The implication: execution by firing squad.

“Yes!”

Blue Star.

With Star Star’s invasion, the entire population of Blue Star was in a state of panic.

Some were eager, believing now was the perfect time to fight Star Star to the death.

Others were terrified, hastily wanting to surrender to save their lives.

Official Announcement:

“The Star Army is advancing towards our Blue Star Domain, intending to violate our territory, harm our families, and trample upon our dignity!”

“From this moment on, Blue Star officially enters the stage of nationwide resistance. All citizens of Blue Star, please bravely raise your weapons!”

“In this war, Blue Star represents justice!”

Blue Star has endured far too many wars over the past century.

People yearn for peace, longing to carve out a tranquil paradise with the weapons in their hands.

They are passionate about battle, passionate about repelling those villains who dare to invade their homeland.

They fear no death, protecting their families, safeguarding their homes, and defending their shared Blue Star.

“Blue Star belongs to the Blue Star People! Everyone, raise your weapons! Those unwilling to be slaves, do not bow to your oppressors!”

Divine Capital Martial University

“All faculty and students of Divine Capital Martial University are willing to become weapons defending our homeland, fully countering all invaders!”

Demon Capital Martial University.

“All faculty and students of Demon Capital Martial University apply to join the battle.”

Martial universities, martial arts schools, and clans across the land.

“We are willing to be pioneers, fighting for a pure land for future generations!”

…

Major forces across Blue Star responded one after another. At this moment of life and death, the fates of all are bound together. In the critical juncture of national survival, the cowardly will not meet a good end.

Blue Star—Eastern Divine Mountain.

A Talisman soared into the sky.

Ethereal Daoist chants resounded throughout heaven and earth.

“The Heavenly Dao Gate emerges today, willing to eliminate treachery and wickedness on behalf of the Supreme Purity!”

Daoist radiance manifested, and dozens of figures flew into the Void.

The Heavenly Dao Gate represents the final glory of Blue Star’s ancient martial arts, with few knowing its origins.

Logically, Blue Star’s Transcendent forces started late and should not harbor such a powerful ancient martial arts faction, yet the Heavenly Dao Gate defies this logic.

During the previous College Entrance Exam, if not for Jiang Yan’s sudden emergence, a disciple of the Heavenly Dao Gate would have had a high chance of becoming the top scorer, demonstrating its profound heritage.

Rumors say the Heavenly Dao Gate preserves untold secrets from Blue Star’s prehistoric era.

Now, even the Heavenly Dao Gate, which has remained secluded for so long, has announced its emergence, indicating that Blue Star has reached a critical juncture of survival.

Beyond Blue Star, all Martial Artists of eighth rank and above stood in the Void.

Behind them, warships were arrayed, tightly protecting Blue Star.

All Martial Artists gazed ahead, their distant sights locked onto the vast, steadily advancing fleet of warships.

Star, drawing near.

“Hahahaha! Blue Star seeks death by breaking the Battle Exemption Privilege. Today, the accounts between our Star and Blue Star shall be settled once and for all!”

Babata stood at the forefront of the troops, looking spiritedly at the increasingly close blue planet.

“Congratulations, Marshal, for resolving this longstanding concern!”

Subordinates bowed in flattery.

Babata never expected that the plan he thought would take a year to implement had been advanced by over seven months.

Had he not already arranged his forces, he likely wouldn’t have attacked Blue Star so quickly.

This is what is called preparing for rain before it falls.

The people of Star all say Babata is cruel and ruthless, lacking ambition, but who knows the schemes he has laid over these years?

How did he cultivate step by step to his current Realm under the suppression of the royal family?

He endured for years, finally transforming into a dragon soaring with the wind, looking down upon all heroes from the Nine Heavens!

Star belongs to Babata, and Blue Star must be his too!

As the main force drew closer, Babata could no longer restrain the agitation in his heart. He soared over the troops, heading straight toward those Martial Saints of Blue Star.

“This marshal will not give you the slightest chance to catch your breath!”

Because, in the past, that youth named Babata was also born from humble origins. In the end, that youth overturned the entire Sta royal family.

And today, Babata was doing everything in his power to crush Blue Star in its infancy, precisely because he did not want to see another youth named Babata emerge from Blue Star.

“Jiang Yan… that’s his name, right?”

“No matter where you are, this marshal will strangle you in your cradle!”