High-Level Martial Era

Jiang City was engulfed in the smoke of war, and the Guan Mountain District, with its many lakes, was especially hard-hit.

In just a few minutes, Li Yuan had brought Li Qianqian and Li Muhua to the South Lake Starfire neighbourhood.

The entire neighbourhood, including the more distant South Lake Starry Sky neighbourhood, was exceptionally quiet.

Because, over these two neighbourhoods, there were at least a hundred combat drones visible to the naked eye hovering in the sky, with many of them being heavy-duty drones… And there were even more hidden forces.

As Li Yuan knew, villas like his own were guarded by a drone and two combat robots all year round… As one of the top residential areas in Jiang City, their defense capabilities were also top-notch.

And that was just the protection from the Mechanical Legion, not to mention how many high-level martial artists and even prime warriors were at home in the neighbourhoods themselves.

Therefore.

As long as the "commanders" of the Fish Spirit Clan weren't foolish, they wouldn't attack these two neighbourhoods after years of probing.

The aircraft below was automatically identified and summoned by Li Yuan through his L6-level authority in the Martial Hall.

It descended rapidly onto the villa's lawn.

"Qian Qian, Muhua." Aunt Chen Hui, who had already received the news, rushed out of the room immediately.

"Mom."

Li Qianqian and Li Muhua also jumped down from the aircraft and rushed towards Chen Hui.

Li Changzhou, who came out of the villa later, was more composed as a father. He said, "I told you, with Xiao Yuan here, nothing will happen to Qian Qian and the others."

"Mom, do you know? Brother was so amazing just now, he killed so many Fish Spirit Clan warriors." Li Muhua couldn't help but say, "Especially the last one who came out, my teacher said it was at least at level 18, and it was defeated by my brother."

"Level 18?" Chen Hui looked at Li Yuan with concern.

"An 18-level Fish Spirit Clan warrior?" Li Changzhou was equally shocked.

Ordinary citizens might not be very strong, but thanks to the nation's regular education, special training, and evacuation drills… they were very clear about the strength of Star Realm creatures at each level.

Level 18, according to national propaganda, could only be harmed by a high-level warrior or a large amount of heavy weaponry in combination.

Just like the high-level Fish Spirit Clan warrior Li Yuan had killed.

If it hadn't been entangled by Li Yuan and then trapped in the "firepower net" laid by numerous combat drones in an open space, it wouldn't have been killed so easily.

"Uncle, don't listen to Muhua's nonsense." Li Yuan said, "I just tied up the opponent. It was the drones that killed it in the end."

"Still, that's impressive, Xiao Yuan… You've really grown up." Li Changzhou looked at Li Yuan with a touch of emotion.

Li Yuan's abilities had undergone such a transformation in just half a year since starting university?

Li Changzhou, coming from Jiangbei Martial University, naturally knew what this meant.

Of course, during the past six months, Li Yuan occasionally shared his recent experiences with his uncle and aunt through communication, so they weren't too surprised.

Kunlun Martial University, in their minds, was a "top university."

For a top genius from a top university to be powerful was quite normal, wasn't it?

"Uncle, aunt, you go into the house first. I'm going to the underground martial arts room," Li Yuan said.

Whoosh!

With a move, Li Yuan had already flown out dozens of meters, entering the underground martial arts room.

Clang~ The sealed weapon wall slowly descended, revealing all kinds of weapons, helmets, armor, combat boots, etc.

They were all practical weapons.

"I carry the Origin Power battle suit with me, but once it's activated, it's too conspicuous." Li Yuan thought for a moment.

He quickly put on a full set of 'First Rank top grade' battle armor, helmet, and combat boots.

There were also extremely tough pants made of special materials, which even high-level warriors couldn't tear.

In the blink of an eye.

Li Yuan was fully dressed, with only half of his face exposed.

"This way."

"With full armor coverage, even if I activate the Origin Power battle suit, it won't be noticeable from the outside," Li Yuan thought to himself.

The Origin Power battle suit was close-fitting, like nanomaterial, and activated by Origin Power.

Normally, the armor would provide defense, and in critical moments, the battle suit would activate for double the defense. This meant that Li Yuan's chances of survival had greatly increased.

The only flaw was a slight decrease in flexibility when wearing two layers of armor.

"If the Fish Spirit Clan warriors have Fourth Level techniques, they certainly wouldn't waste their lives as cannon fodder. The impact won't be significant," Li Yuan considered.

He had specifically checked the Starfire Martial Hall's database for information about the 'Fish Spirit Star Realm'.

He was aware of certain patterns.

"Finally." Li Yuan's gaze fell on the all-black long spear.

Made entirely of alloy.

This was a weapon prepared for Li Yuan's life or death struggles by Starfire Martial Hall.

Priced at 18 million Blue Star Coins!

The spearhead and sharp blades were near indestructible; even regular steel would be easily pierced with little force, yet the metallic shaft was extremely flexible, comparable to wooden poles.

This was due to very special Heavenly Materials and Treasures minerals added to it, giving it a 'memory' feature.

Most importantly, it was a Prime Weapon, capable of being infused with Origin Power.

Like a common long spear, it would explode with a bang as soon as Origin Power was infused.

"Black Chen!" Li Yuan revealed a smile; this was the name he had given the long spear.

The Black Chen Spear, weighing four hundred and twenty kilograms, was a weapon perfectly suited for Li Yuan's current strength.

Whoosh!

Li Yuan grabbed the weapon, and the cold shaft seemed to inject a surge of passion into his heart.

"Black Chen."

"Today, I'll let you taste blood," Li Yuan murmured to himself, a glint of killing intent flashing through his eyes.

Whoosh! With a move, Li Yuan had already drifted out of the basement and arrived on the ground floor.

In the living room.

The whole family was shocked by the fully armed Li Yuan, who looked like a warrior about to go into battle.

"Xiaoyuan, what are you doing?" Chen Hui couldn't help but ask.

"Auntie, I am preparing to report to the city patrol team," Li Yuan replied.

"You're just a freshman, there's no need for you to go," Chen Hui blurted out, clearly aware of the policy.

Li Yuan was about to explain.

"Go ahead," Li Changzhou suddenly spoke up, a smile on his face, "Be cautious and don't be rash. Killing aliens is important, but the first priority is to protect yourself."

"Okay," Li Yuan nodded slightly.

"Hurry up, don't worry about home, the entire Nanhu Starfire neighborhood is the safest," Li Changzhou instead urged.

Chen Hui was about to speak but was stopped by Li Changzhou's gaze.

"Uncle and Auntie, I'll be going then," Li Yuan said no more.

Every second wasted,

meant more casualties under the chaos of the Fish Spirit Clan invasion.

Whoosh!

Li Yuan dashed out of the room, leaped onto the hovering vehicle outside, and swiftly flew towards the distance.

Inside the villa.

"How could you..." Chen Hui started to say four words, but her voice grew weaker.

Because Li Changzhou had already taken her hand, with only a smile.

Chen Hui's heart then understood most of it.

"Ever since Xiaoyuan got into Kunlun Martial University and fully embarked on this path, this day was bound to come," said Li Changzhou softly, "We're clear on that, aren't we?"

"I understand," Chen Hui's eyes slightly reddened: "It's just that it came too soon."

"He's still just a child, he's barely turned 18 a few months ago," Chen Hui's voice choked up.

In her heart, Li Yuan had not grown up for long.

Li Changzhou fell silent for a moment, then heaved a sigh, "But he is a Martial Artist now."

Suddenly.

"Mom and Dad, look quickly," Li Qianqian pointed to the distant screen, which was broadcasting news on the 'Star Realm Channel'.

"The Fish Spirit Tide has suddenly erupted in Jiangbei Province, with Jiang City being one of the hardest hit areas," the host spoke in a deep voice, his words tinged with a sob, "So far, it is estimated that over 24,000 people have died... The number of Fish Spirit Clan warriors is conservatively estimated to exceed 10,000...

The casualties are extremely heavy, but our soldiers, our Martial Artists,"

"are also fighting hard."

"Next, here are some of the few battle videos we've just received, all of which has just occurred."

Whoosh~

The screen switched to show a young man in black, moving against the flow of people to attack a large number of Fish Spirit Clan warriors, holding a short knife, one Fish Spirit after another falling to the ground...

"According to the information we received, this powerful Martial Artist is named Li Yuan, a freshman from Kunlun Martial University, and he is a genius among our Human Race," the host said excitedly, "Just by himself, he has killed at least 20 Fish Spirit Clan warriors, saving the lives of at least several hundred people..."

"He!!"

"Has managed to fight against 19th-rank Fish Spirit warriors and ultimately killed one with the help of the Mechanical Legion... Li Yuan! At only 18 years old, to have such strength, he truly can be called one of Xia Country's top geniuses," said the host with fervor, "It is said that he comes from a poor background and has received a lot of support.

In his senior year of high school, he received the 'Young Hero' commendation."

"Now, he is still a youth!"

"But he is also a hero!"

...In front of the screen.

"This?" Li Changzhou was shocked.

"Xiaoyuan? Qianqian, that's the battle your brother just experienced," Chen Hui said with a face full of fear, her heart trembling.

"Yes," Li Qianqian nodded.

...Not just Li Changzhou's family, at this moment, countless people across Xia Country were focusing on the 'Fish Spirit Tide' crisis in Jiang City, a major disaster.

And with the broadcast of the videos on the program, many people remembered the name Li Yuan.

Of course.

The program showed not only Li Yuan but also videos of many powerful warriors fighting...most were recent, some even live broadcasts of ongoing battles.

...

Jiang City, Provincial Television Station.

"The casualties are very heavy, and the fighting is still ongoing," the middle-aged man with glasses said softly, "We, now we need heroes, we need to boost the morale of all the people."

"To inspire the passion in many hearts."

"Keep reporting," said the middle-aged man, "Call on more Martial Artists to stand up and fight."

"Only by doing so can we clear this disaster more swiftly."

"Especially for Martial Path geniuses like Li Yuan, we need to bring them to the fore prominently."

"Remember."

"We are not on the front lines, but this is another battlefield," the middle-aged man spoke solemnly.

"Yes," the numerous staff replied nervously, also feeling a surge of passion in their hearts.

Wanting to make some contribution.

...

Whoosh!

Unaware that he was featured in the television program, Li Yuan rode the flying vehicle and quickly arrived at a 'reporting point' outside the Nanhu Starfire neighborhood.

There were already many people there.

"Someone else has arrived."

"That makes ten, we've got enough people now," many people started shouting aloud.

Whoosh! Li Yuan jumped down.

"It's Li Yuan."

"Li Yuan." Many people recognized Li Yuan, showing surprise; most who came here were Starfire Martial Hall warriors. Many had seen Li Yuan and heard of this 'A-grade contract' genius.

"Good! Li Yuan."

"You'll be the captain of this temporary ten-man team," the guarding warrior said with a glimmer of enthusiasm in his eyes.