Planet Pulverizer: A Mortal's Ascent-Chapter 312: Visit

The Dragonfist Sect was the most renowned martial arts sanctuary within the borders of Molong Country. Even before Molong Country was founded, the Dragonfist Sect had already earned its legendary reputation, with its history tracing back to the Great Moon era.

Surviving countless upheavals, divisions, and the warlord era while preserving its legacy was a testament to the sect's strength.

Concerned that having too many disciples might provoke the royal family's suspicion, the sect kept its number relatively small, with just over three hundred members. Yet, each one was without exception an elite.

Occupying sixty square kilometers of Hualong Mountain, they reigned over the area like its uncrowned king.

At this moment, in the sect master's study within the main hall of the Dragonfist Sect, Shi Shihu, the Martial God, frowned as he listened to his junior martial brother's report.

"You're saying He Yun and his team have been out of contact for ten hours, and that they went missing while infiltrating Xiangye Territory?"

Xu Bao nodded. "Yes."

"Not long ago, the old fox Qiao Yuanshan from Xiangye infiltrated Xiangshi and made some threats toward Cui Sheng. Holding a grudge, Cui Sheng decided to retaliate. He enlisted He Yun and his partner to infiltrate Xiangye, planning to counter and threaten back their lord. They began their mission at 11 P.M., but he hasn't heard from them since."

"Xiangye Territory..."

Shi Shihu was quite familiar with this name. He recalled it for two reasons; one, its proximity; two, its lord's capabilities.

Its lord, Lord Wen, had turned Xiangye into a well-organized region in less than ten years. The tax revenue had jumped from four million to ten million, a clear indication of his competence.

"Cui Sheng is the king's uncle, and among Wu Muxuan's ten or so children, the second prince—Cui Sheng's nephew— stands out the most. In the future, it's highly likely that he will inherit Molong Country... that is, if Molong still exists by then," Shi Shihu remarked.

The land of Great Moon had been in constant war and chaos. Three hundred warlords continuously fought over it for decades, with power changing hands repeatedly.

For those at the top, like Shi Shihu, the reality was clear: as long as Great Shang and the Royal Empire remained involved, or the Human Alliance's reforms were incomplete, the wars on Great Moon would never end.

"Molong Country has Top-Tier Astral Cultivators, so it won't fall like the smaller warlords who get wiped out or annexed within a few years," Xu Bao added.

"That's why we've shown considerable goodwill toward Cui Sheng over the years. Even Zhao He went down the mountain to assist him."

Shi Shihu mused. Considering the resources they have invested, abandoning the effort now would mean wasting years of hard work.

"He Yun is one of the sect's top experts. If not for the lack of resources, his cultivation wouldn't be limited to the mental spirit extreme. Yet, after entering Xiangye, he's gone completely silent. Something is off with that place." Shi Shihu lifted his head and glanced at Xu Bao. "Send Elder Liu."

Xu Bao was taken aback. "Elder Liu!?"

The sect master was referring to Liu Shaolong. Strictly speaking, he was considered a Supreme Martial Saint.

The previous sect master had discovered Liu's unique physique and made many promises to recruit him into the sect.

Unfortunately for Liu, Shi Shihu had changed his mind at the last minute and used the funds originally meant for Liu's Essence-Gathering Pearl to rent a piece of legendary astral equipment for his breakthrough to Martial God. Had it not been for that, Liu would've already reached the dual extremes of qi and blood and mental spirit.

Even with only one extreme, Liu's exceptional perception of air currents, attributed to his unique physique, made him as fast as the wind. Three years ago, he had even encountered a high-tier demonic beast and escaped unscathed. However, considering He Yun and his partner's strength....

Xu Bao nodded cautiously. "I'll go request Elder Liu right away."

"Bring the astral equipment," Shi Shihu added.

Shi Shihu suspected He Yun had fallen prey to modern weapons. After all, if a Martial Saint weren't wearing a piece of high-grade astral equipment at the very least, they'd bite the dust under the fire of dozens of guns.

"Understood."

"Be quick," Shi Shihu urged.

Once a task was set, it had to be carried out without a moment's delay.

Xu Bao nodded again and swiftly left the room, heading toward Liu Shaolong's courtyard.

To get there, he had to pass through the main courtyard.

At the time, three elders were instructing dozens of Core Formation disciples. It seemed they had just finished a round of training.

The disciples, now resting, rose to salute when they saw Xu Bao. "Greetings, Elder Xu."

"Greetings, Elder Xu."

Xu Bao waved at the carefully selected disciples, the future of the Dragonfist Sect. "Keep up the hard work."

Just as he finished speaking, a commotion erupted at the entrance.

In no time, two figures flew into the courtyard.

They were two disciples of the Dragonfist Sect.

As the two landed, another pair entered the main gate, one following the other.

One of the teaching elders roared, "Who dares cause trouble in our Dragonfist Sect!?"

The disciples who had been resting quickly sprang to their feet.

However, Xu Bao, who had been heading to Liu Shaolong, recognized one of the newcomers at a glance. "Wen Xingchen!"

In Great Moon, martial arts were the only path to success, which earned it the title "land of ten thousand saints."

Even though everyone trained with all their might, only a rare few would ever become Martial Saints. Out of hundreds of thousands, perhaps one or two would rise to that level.

In the Black Gold Plains, with over five million people, only around thirty or forty Martial Saints existed, excluding the powerhouses within the Dragonfist Sect, a sanctuary for martial arts elites.

Wen Xingchen, a local Martial Saint and a genius who achieved this at the age of twenty-four, was easily recognized at first glance.

"Xu Bao," called Wen Xingchen, raising his head slightly. "Since you know me, I'm sure you understand why we're here."

Xu Bao's pupils dilated at these words.

His suspicions were confirmed; He Yun and the others had truly fallen.

However, he couldn't admit it.

Attacking a lord appointed by Molong Country's ruler was a serious taboo, something no one would dare to acknowledge openly.

"I don't know what you're talking about, but injuring a disciple of our Dragonfist Sect... Wen Xingchen, if you don't give us an explanation today, you won't get to leave. Let Wen Yusheng come and ransom you."

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With a wave of Xu Bao's hand, dozens of disciples quickly moved forward, surrounding the two at the center.

Clearly, his plan was to capture Wen Xingchen and force Wen Yusheng to hand over He Yun.

Wen Xingchen was about to respond, but Li Pin stepped forward.

"A bunch of Core Formation cultivators," he said, acting as if the disciples surrounding him weren't even there. "Dozens of them might be enough to deal with an average Martial Saint, but against a Martial God..."

He shook his head. "It's not enough."

Xu Bao's heart skipped a beat. Everyone present froze.

He looked at Li Pin with disbelief. "You're a Martial God?"

"I've heard the Dragonfist Sect's master has also reached the Martial God realm. I'd like to see for myself." Li Pin's gaze moved past the crowd, landing deep within the sect. "Bring him out. Also, I'm curious how the Dragonfist Sect's Black Tortoise True Art and Azure Dragon Moon- Embracing Art could allow someone to reach the Martial God realm in such a short time."

"Heh, just because you call yourself a Martial God, we're supposed to believe it!? You dare cause trouble in the Dragonfist Sect!? Who gave you the courage?"

Xu Bao quickly looked toward the three elders, all of whom had reached the Martial Saint level, and shouted, " Take him down! If he resists, kill him!"

The three elders exchanged glances. In the next moment, all three simultaneously unleashed their power and charged toward Li Pin from different directions.

The gap between Martial Saints wasn't as vast as it seemed.

Just as a King of the Century might not be able to face two Extreme Martial Saints in direct combat without relying on tactics, three ordinary Martial Saints working together could still take down an Extreme Martial Saint.

In fact, they could even hold their own against a Supreme Martial Saint or a King of the Century-level powerhouse.

This was Dragonfist Sect territory, home to more than a dozen resident Martial Saints. Among them were Xu Bao and Liu Shaolong, both Extreme Martial Saints or individuals with comparable strength.

Under their command, more than ten Martial Saints could join forces to surround and kill even a King of the Century or a peak official Astral Cultivator on the spot.

"You dare attack a Martial God like me with only three Martial Saints? Should I praise your courage or perhaps say..." Li Pin raised his hand and pressed down lightly. "You've overestimated yourselves?"

An invisible ripple spread out from him, and in an instant, the three Martial Saints charging forward felt their qi and blood surge uncontrollably, thrown into chaos.

One of them, who had already activated a secret art to push his qi and blood beyond its limits, spat out a mouthful of blood. With that, he could no longer control the flow of qi and blood in his body. It was as if all his strength had drained away, and he collapsed on the ground.

The other two fared no better. Unable to stand, they fell to the ground, their eyes filled with terror and disbelief.

Xu Bao, Wen Xingchen, and the others, who had seen footage of battles involving a King of the Century, turned pale.

"This is... the Lifeform Force Field!"

This was the first step to becoming a Martial God! Once a Lifeform Force Field was formed, it could interact with the Celestial Force Field, granting the ability to harness the Celestial Magnetic Field, marking the entry into the Martial God realm.

In some ways, forming this field was equivalent to having one foot in the Martial God realm. Since this stage was far beyond a Martial Saint, some in the martial arts community had begun referring to this intermediate stage as the Quasi-Martial God realm.

Just like a deputy chairman could be called chairman, or a Single-Extreme Martial Saint could be called an Extreme Martial Saint, people would directly refer to a Quasi-Martial God as a Martial God. Dragonfist Sect's master, Shi Shihu, was one such individual.

As for this mysterious Martial God right in front of them, chances were, he was no different. After all, true Martial Gods have only appeared in the Six Extremities so far.

While other nations might have invested enormous resources to train one or two, each of them was precious beyond measure and would certainly not be found in a place like the Great Moon region.

"Ordinary Martial Saints don't even qualify to warm me up." Li Pin calmly looked at Xu Bao. "Call Shi Shihu out. Let's see if your Dragonfist Sect master can live up to my expectations."