HPDBC Chapter 314 - 313: A Boon for All of Jianghai City! Elder Li Steps into the Grandmaster Realm
Chapter 314 - 313: A Boon for All of Jianghai City! Elder Li Steps into the Grandmaster Realm
"Xuanxuan, how are you feeling?"
Li Qinghe rushed to her side, taking two or three steps at a time. Just as she was about to ask what was wrong, she met her gaze and felt a blade-like glint burst forth.
Sharp and deadly.
"I’m fine, Sister Qinghe..."
Li Zixuan closed her eyelids, shook her head slightly, and opened her eyes again.
That strand of cold, sharp Sword Intent dissipated, as if a hidden sword had been returned to its scabbard, completely restrained.
"I’ve had many epiphanies, but I’m still just a little bit away from reaching a higher Realm."
"A higher Realm?"
Li Qinghe was taken aback. "Xuanxuan, what Realm are you at now?"
"The Peak of Innate."
Li Zixuan answered softly, a wave of emotion washing over her. Only after stepping into this Realm did she understand how difficult it was to trigger the ringing of swords.
’It isn’t just a contest of strength, but more a test of one’s comprehension of the Sword Dao. My Sword Intent is profound, yet I was only able to make the swords in this small area ring. To think that Senior Brother made every sword in the entire city resonate...’
’The expenditure of energy must have been unimaginable!’
’The more I learn, the more I realize how far I truly am from Qin Yang.’
...
「Meanwhile.」
"Holy shit, Old Qin is incredible!"
At the Star Martial Police Bureau’s defensive line.
Xia He, dressed in his police uniform, couldn’t help but exclaim, hopping on the spot a couple of times. He could feel his body brimming with power, a potent Qi Force flowing within him.
It was as if an endless torrent of Star Force was erupting inside him.
"Captain Xia, you broke through too?!"
The team members nearby gathered around, looking at him with envy.
Others might not have known, but they had been stationed near Xia He the whole time and witnessed it firsthand.
Everyone had been absorbing the blessing, but none had experienced an effect like Xia He. The Dragon Qi above Fuhai had converged on him, drawn to him as if he were its master. The concentration was unbelievable!
Comparisons are infuriating!!
"Almost there. I’m about to enter the Innate Realm."
Xia He clenched his fists, his expression ecstatic. He could feel the distinct changes within his body as Star Force surged endlessly through his meridians.
When the dragon’s grace descended just now, he had felt something was off. It seemed that compared to everyone else, more of the Dragon Qi was gathering around him.
To put it one way, what others got was a mere trickle from a stream, but what he got was a raging flood. With several times the resources of others, his Cultivation shot up at an astonishing rate!
’Is it because I hang around Old Qin so much?’
Xia He mused.
"Impressive. The younger generation is truly formidable."
Just then, Elder Li walked out from the side, applauding. "Don’t get complacent because of this," he said joyfully. "If there’s anything you don’t understand in the future, you can come find me at the academy, and I’ll clear things up for you."
"You’re too kind, Elder Li."
Hearing this, Xia He scratched his head, a little embarrassed. "It’s all thanks to Old Qin’s help."
"Haha, you’re not wrong there."
Elder Li clasped his hands behind his back and smiled, the wrinkles on his face and the deep furrows between his brows smoothing out.
"Thanks to Young Friend Qin’s blessing, this old man has finally reached the Grandmaster Realm. It’s a lifelong wish fulfilled."
As they spoke, a series of dull thuds suddenly sounded from not far away.
THUD! THUD!
Xia He looked over. He didn’t know who started it, but many Star Martial Artists were kneeling down, kowtowing respectfully in the direction of the villa. They had gained so much today and were all eternally grateful to Qin Yang.
...
「Back inside the house.」
Qin Yang was sitting on the sofa, taking large bites of watermelon and scrolling through videos on his phone to relax. The light breeze felt pleasant.
Just as he was getting comfortable.
He suddenly sensed something and looked toward the windowsill.
Xiaobai, who was standing beside him massaging his shoulders and back, saw his expression change. "What’s wrong, Master?" she asked cautiously. "Was I pressing too hard?"
"It’s not that."
Qin Yang shook his head slightly, got up, and looked out the window. In the unseen world, he seemed to sense something strange.
Back when he was in the Earth Venerable Realm, he would have only had a vague perception of it. But now, after ascending to the Celestial Venerable Realm, he could communicate with the Heaven and Earth Laws and could clearly sense the disturbance.
It was like the incense smoke of mortal worship.
Someone was now treating him as an object of faith!
’Is it coming from outside?’
After confirming the source of the faith, Qin Yang released his Spiritual Power, letting it spread out and cover the area beyond the residential complex. He immediately witnessed an incredibly spectacular scene.
Outside his house.
Under the clear moonlight, thousands of Star Martial Artists were kneeling on the ground, bowing in his direction with the utmost sincerity.
They cheered for the renowned Heaven-Blasting Gang, the sound waves rolling in one after another!
It was an extraordinary spectacle!
’Looks like everyone gained a lot this time.’
Seeing this, Qin Yang nodded lightly and retracted his Spiritual Power, very satisfied with the result.
Jianghai City had always ranked in the middle to lower tiers in the national combat power rankings. Although it had veteran Innate experts like Elder Li holding down the fort, its foundation was far from comparable to other cities.
But fortunately.
Things were different now...
His breakthrough to the Celestial Venerable Realm had spread a blessing, doubling the strength of Jianghai’s Star Martial Artists and increasing their power by a bajillion points.
Qin Yang now conservatively estimated that if the national combat power rankings were redone, Jianghai City would at least rank in the upper tier. It might even reach the very top!
"Not bad, not bad."
At this thought, Qin Yang’s mood lifted. He plucked a nearby grape and tossed it into his mouth.
When the strong gather, they become stronger. Jianghai City’s power had been elevated!
No matter how you looked at it, this was a good thing!
After all.
The Star Array’s power was based on the strength of the seal-wielder.
Now, Jianghai had experienced a massive, city-wide power-up. It wasn’t just the city’s defensive capabilities that had improved; everyone’s personal strength had soared!
If he were to use the Star Array again, the resulting amplification would surely be even greater!!
’Hmm, I should probably go out and see them.’
With this in mind, Qin Yang chose some casual clothes.
Then, he headed downstairs.
He opened the front door of the house, walked along the courtyard path to the main gate, and pushed it open. Li Zixuan, Liu Wushuang, and the others were waiting for him outside.
With a CREAK from the gate,
They turned toward the sound.
They finally saw Qin Yang and immediately surrounded him, pressing in close.
"Young Friend Qin, this is all thanks to your Heaven-Blasting Gang."
Elder Li clenched his fists, his white eyebrows raised. His aged face was full of gratitude as he respectfully cupped his hands and said, "This old man has finally crossed the threshold into the Grandmaster Realm. Such a monumental favor... I can never repay it."
As he spoke, he faltered, and his knees started to buckle as if to kneel.
"Elder Li, you’re being too formal!"
Qin Yang’s eyes and hands were quick. He moved faster, stepping forward to catch Elder Li’s arms and stopping him from kneeling. "There’s no need for such ceremony."
"Young Friend Qin..."
Elder Li shook his head, his voice trembling and tears welling in his eyes. "You don’t understand the depth of this kindness... It’s all because of you."
He then raised a finger, pointed toward the eastern area of Fuhai, and said softly, "To pass on the Dao, to teach a craft, to dispel confusion—one who does any of these can be called a teacher... And what you’ve done for Jianghai City is so much more than that!"
Qin Yang gave a helpless smile and followed his gesture, gazing into the distance.
A sea of people surged below, the citizens bowing in worship. A single spark can start a prairie fire. The smoke of incense—of faith—gathered, and every heart was filled with gratitude.