Chapter 461 – The Blood-Bathed, Fire-Forged Elite of Tianyuan

Early in the morning, the sky was clear and cloudless.

Mu Yuan was preparing in the garrison, while Isloria was inspecting his attire.

He was clad in a full set of silver-black battle armor, adorned with golden and crimson patterns that lent it an air of nobility and majesty.

In his hand, he held a large spear, and a blood-red cloak draped over the armor, cascading down to his boots. He appeared as if bathed in blood, with the crimson hue flowing around him.

To be honest, this ceremonial battle attire provided by the authorities was indeed imposing. It was a piece of exceptional-grade equipment, valuable and far from being merely decorative.

However.

“You’ve already checked three times.”

Today, Isloria was fussing like a mother hen, even inspecting the tassels on the weapon multiple times. She had also used spells to make the cloak appear more vibrant and wrinkle-free.

“After all, Lord, you represent the face of our Tianyuan Territory today. You said so yourself.”

“Today, you’ll be appearing before the entire Taixuan Alliance and the whole world. You wouldn’t want to embarrass yourself in front of everyone, would you?”

That may be so, but…

Wait, he was being led astray.

As a dignified and accomplished young Lord, how could he possibly embarrass himself?

Besides…

“I’m not the only representative Lord in today’s military parade. We’re just supporting characters.”

“Ah, yes, yes, yes… Turn around, let me check one more time. Even supporting characters need to mind their appearance.”

…

“Your Highness, for this Taixuan military parade, there are a total of 108 representative Lords, most of whom are young Lords. Among them, a few are particularly noteworthy, such as the Tianyuan Lord.”

In the Inner City of Xuandu, within a diplomatic residence of the Eternal Star Empire.

An ambassador was reporting the gathered intelligence to his Prince.

The Red Star Prince picked up the documents and skimmed through them.

He was a Prince of significant power and influence within the Eternal Star Empire, ranking among the empire’s foremost figures—a fact evident from his title. In Eternal Star, not just any Prince could bear the title “Star,” and his designation “Red Star” was derived from the empire’s signature military unit, the Red Star Royal Knights.

Normally, a military parade celebration in the Taixuan Alliance wouldn’t require the presence of someone of his stature.

However,

Taixuan was developing too rapidly.

In its early stages, Taixuan’s rapid growth was supported by the Holy Griffin Empire. The Holy Griffin Empire needed emerging forces like Taixuan and Divine Radiance to stem the spread of the Crimson Mist erosion.

When the Eternal Star Empire was first established, it too had received support from the Holy Griffin Empire.

But the Griffin Empire was no charity. They wanted emerging forces to resist the Crimson Mist, yet they did not want these forces to become too powerful.

The Red Star Prince was privy to a secret.

“Initially, the Holy Griffin Empire only supported one Blue Star force: the Divine Radiance Empire. Later, when Taixuan emerged as a dark horse, the Holy Griffin Empire invested in them.”

“Even so, the investments the Holy Griffin Empire made in the Taixuan Alliance were far less than those in Divine Radiance. These major investments were limited to the early stages of both forces.”However, the development of Divine Radiance and Taixuan has been remarkably rapid, reaching a status on par with their Eternal Star Empire in just a few decades.

Even though they still lag far behind in depth and overall strength, it remains astonishing.

Among them, Taixuan is the most astounding. In its early stages, the Taixuan Alliance was significantly inferior to the Divine Radiance Empire in strength, but over the years, its comprehensive power and various performances have subtly surpassed Divine Radiance.

Their Eternal Star Empire must pay closer attention to the Taixuan Alliance.

Moreover, this is the first large-scale military parade and celebration publicly held since the establishment of the Taixuan Alliance.

The Prince’s gaze swept over several familiar names.

“Han Yue, Flowing Arrow, Evening Elephant…”

Finally, his eyes settled on one name representing a Lord.

Tianyuan.

A newcomer who had descended into the Eternal World for merely a year and a half.

“In the previous Dragon Court competition, Taixuan’s Han Yue, with her formidable personal strength, secured the greatest benefits for Taixuan.”

“And in this Dragon Court competition, Taixuan has produced another rising star, Tianyuan, once again enabling Taixuan to gain substantial advantages.”

“The Taixuan Alliance’s National Luck is truly flourishing.”

Furthermore, compared to Lords like Cold Moon City Lord, Arrow Sword Master, and Evening Elephant Lord, who were already on their key watchlist, they possess very little information about Tianyuan.

Extremely scarce.

Within Taixuan, Tianyuan Lord’s public battle achievements are also few and far between.

“In the Dragon Court Land, Tianyuan Lord, relying on his several Generals, forcefully defeated one opponent after another.”

“And unlike rapidly rising young generation powerhouses such as Cold Moon City Lord and Arrow Sword Master, Tianyuan’s own combat prowess is not strong; it’s just that he has many capable subordinates.”Tianyuan Lord’s public battle record.”.. are zero.

Even in the Dragon Court Land, it seems Tianyuan Lord himself did not display particularly powerful strength.

He could speculate this way.

The Ambassador said, “We speculate that Lord Tianyuan is highly capable in nurturing his officers.” Perhaps his innate talent lies in this Domain, which would explain why Tianyuan Lord has one excellent officer after another under his command.”

“No.The Prince refuted this speculation.

“Absolutely not just that,” the Prince stated. “During the Dragon Court competition, Tianyuan was a very young, juvenile Lord. He didn’t have sufficient time to cultivate numerous powerhouses; he recruited them directly!”Tianyuan’s greatest ability is recruiting and attracting wild strong individuals.” At the Festival Grounds, Tianyuan caused many Heroes to vie to pledge allegiance to him. Not long ago, Tianyuan also recruited an Epic-tier Legendary Realm powerhouse in the Shenluo Great Domain.”

“What does this indicate?The Prince emphasized gravely, “It indicates that Tianyuan possesses some terrifying allure, capable of even attracting Epic-tier powerhouses to serve him!””

…

Based on our speculation, Tianyuan has at least three Legendary Realm powerhouses under his command. Additionally, the number of Epic-tier powerhouses under him is probably over ten.”

In the Divine Radiance Empire’s embassy, two Legendary Realm powerhouses exchanged glances and sighed with regret.

“Taixuan has another top-tier powerhouse about to rise.”And we have already missed the best time to strangle Lord Tianyuan.”When Lord Tianyuan was still weak, they could have used assassination or sabotage methods to cause his demise or destroy his territory, and even attribute the disaster to monsters.It’s entirely normal for an ordinary territory to be wiped out by a monster tide.

Even lords with limitless potential are hardly different from ordinary veteran lords or minor lords before they grow powerful.

However, Tianyuan Territory is no longer a mere seedling—they possess multiple Legendary Realm powerhouses.

Though this remains insignificant in the eyes of the Divine Radiance Empire, many covert tactics are no longer easily applicable. A territory guarded by Legendary Realm experts cannot be simply overwhelmed by a monster tide. Many schemes cannot and dare not be brought into the open.

“Look on the bright side—at most, it’s just one top-tier powerhouse and one top-tier territory.”

“But we must classify Tianyuan Lord as an S-class subject of interest. We need to analyze his abilities, talents, troops, and elite forces. This time, during the Taixuan military parade, we finally have the chance to see Tianyuan and his commanders in person.”

…

“Indeed, all 108 representative lords are either powerful or rising stars of Taixuan, but most are merely supporting roles. We only need to focus on a few key players.”

…

“Tianyuan Lord is present at this military parade. Is he truly as formidable as the rumors say, with three heads and six arms?”

…

“Does Tianyuan Territory have an office in Xuandu? Are they still recruiting? Can I recommend myself?”

“Sister, if you join Tianyuan Territory, can you put in a good word for me?”

…

At exactly 9:00 AM, the celebration officially commenced.

Taixuan’s flags fluttered high in the sky, while resounding military music echoed like the voice of heaven and earth.

Simultaneously.

Ding!

Prompt: The Taixuan Alliance celebration has officially begun. The proceedings will be broadcast simultaneously over all Miracle Territories belonging to the ‘Taixuan Faction.’

Prompt: Connect to the ‘Taixuan Celebration’ live stream?

Many lords and Heroes heard this celestial prompt in their ears.

Twilight Great Domain, Boulder City.

Numerous citizens gathered in front of the Adventurers’ Association, eagerly inquiring about the celebration.

“Wasn’t there supposed to be a live stream today? Where is it?”

“This world has no phones or computers. How are we supposed to…”

The azure sky suddenly churned with clouds, and a massive illusion, like a mirage, spanned the heavens, displaying the grand spectacle of the Xuandu celebration.

Tianze City, Stone Ridge City, Nirvana City…

Above one city after another, live-stream illusions simultaneously appeared, drawing countless people to crane their necks and gaze at the sky.

Music swelled.

Representatives from the Pioneer Group, Taixuan Liangyi, and the Adventurers’ Association delivered their speeches in turn.

Among them, the Taixuan Liangyi representative was none other than Mount Luofu Master, one of the Liangyi whom Mu Yuan had met before—an elder who stood as steadfast as a mountain.

They recounted the hardships of the Alliance’s early days.

How the Alliance gradually gained its footing.

How the Alliance resisted the erosion of the Crimson Mist, reclaimed land from monsters, and breathed new life into barren wastelands.

The vast majority of people in the Taixuan Alliance, including Miracle Lords, had not experienced the early “Dark Turmoil Era.” However, lords had all endured the trials of defending against tides and expanding their territories, while ordinary people had lived through major upheavals like the “Blue Star Cataclysm.”

Lords progressed from initial struggles toward stability;

Ordinary people, after surviving the “Blue Star Cataclysm,” began a relatively peaceful new era of life.

All of this gave people shared sentiments.

They deeply understood that to survive—and to live securely—in the Eternal World, a military force is absolutely indispensable.Strength is the true safeguard!

“In our Taixuan Alliance, it is precisely through the blood and sacrifices of numerous lords and countless soldiers that such protection has been collectively built.”

Nine azure divine dragons soared past the Nine-Colored Tower of Xuandu, eventually roaring as they vanished into the heavens.

Following them, one after another, the more common and renowned high-tier military units of the Taixuan Alliance galloped forth in succession.

The music suddenly grew somber.

People seemed to glimpse blood, fire, and the howls of monsters.

The Wilderness is a land drenched in blood, where the menacing forms of monsters are a common sight. They assault the territories of civilization, bringing destruction and Death.

But the lords lead their armies, constructing layer upon layer of defensive lines to withstand the onslaught and battle the monsters.

The representatives of the lords began to take the stage.

The first regiment to appear was led by a lord clad in silver armor, astride a warhorse and brandishing a red-tasseled spear. Behind him marched a hundred-strong elite regiment. Though their aura seemed somewhat inexperienced, this entire hundred-strong force rode warhorses, making them a precious cavalry unit.

They charged forward on their steeds, as if launching a Charge against a tide of monsters, fearless and unyielding.

Regiment after regiment took the stage, seemingly symbolizing the continuous growth and strengthening of Taixuan.

Mages hurled Fireballs, which streaked across the sky like falling Meteors;

Frozen earth spread across the ground, interwoven frost forming unbreakable Spears;

Spring spirits rode upon rolling waves, surging past;

Lord Wang Ba, in golden armor and wielding a Sword, radiated a brilliant glow;

“Is this the young generation of Taixuan?”

The military demonstration did not last long.

After parading across the grounds, each regiment completed its participation.

But the lords were also watching, observing the demonstrations of the other representative lords.

The Tyrant Dragon Regiment, the Wuji Regiment, the Linglong Regiment… one powerful regiment after another showcased their prowess before the entire Taixuan Alliance and the world.

“However, what about Tianyuan?”

Lord Yuyue gazed into the distance.

She was often called ‘Little Tianyuan,’ but she disliked the title.

She was herself.

Given the same amount of time, she might not lose to Tianyuan. In a year, she would have her generals ascend the Dragon Gate Heavenly Rankings, one after another!

But you, the leader of the young generation, rumored to rival the veteran lords—how strong are you?

Do not disappoint me.

She murmured.

Suddenly, exclamations erupted from afar.

“Tianyuan is here!”

Clad in black armor, a red cloak billowing behind him, he gripped his spear and urged his horse forward.

The wind stilled, the clouds shifted, and Dragons roared.

“Roar~!”

The low growl of a giant Dragon resounded through heaven and earth, its golden Dragon eyes dimming the brilliance of the sun.

Whoosh—

Behind fifty towering, muscular men, majestic Dragon wings unfurled abruptly, an invisible Dragon might sweeping across the sky and land.

In the distance, many of the representative lords still within the venue’s barrier felt as if their throats had been seized for a moment.

“Dragonforce Swordsmen, one of the recruitable units from the Dragon Court Land! A top-tier Tier Three unit!”

“However, even Dragonforce Swordsmen usually don’t possess such intense Dragon might. This Dragon might is almost comparable to that of a true Dragon!”

“The main regiment of Tianyuan Territory is formidable to such an extent!”

In the distance, the weakest of them, Lord Yuyue, turned pale, staggering back two steps.

She seemed to see golden Dragons soaring and roaring!

She also saw starlight descending.

Golden light and star-blue light intertwined, forming the battle attire of the regiment.She seemed to see even more: golden giants trampling through the tides, sweeping across heaven and earth; star-blue arrows piercing through the skies, bringing down falling stars;

Roaring Dragons crashing into the surging waves, the army cutting through thorns and waves like a Saber. The monstrous waves capable of swallowing entire cities were firmly held back by the reefs, as soldiers fearlessly plunged into enemy lines, shattering formidable foes to seize threads of survival.

Survive! Resist! Defend our homeland!

Bathe in blood! Bathe in fire! Rebirth from flames!

This was the true elite force—not merely tempered in bloody battles, but one forged with its own unwavering conviction!

(End of Chapter)