Batian Martial Soul

These literary figures have long lived in the shadow of discrimination and neglect, their inner pain and helplessness surging like a tide.

Now, this imperial decree is like a key, opening a door to a new world for them and giving them hope of realizing their own value.

Under the vast rule of the Overlord Empire, the light of literature and the Way of the Dao illuminated this cruel world where cultivation reigned supreme for the first time with such brilliance.

In the past, intellectuals on this land were like a forgotten group; their talents could not be displayed and their ambitions could not be realized.

But at this moment, everything has changed.

The establishment of Batian Academy provides a level playing field for scholars, allowing them to distinguish themselves in this world based on their wisdom and knowledge.

The light, like the stars in the night sky, though faint, possessed boundless power, gradually dispelling the gloom of cultivation supremacy and allowing the entire empire to feel a new atmosphere and hope.

"Expanding the borders with military might, establishing the dynasty with civil administration!"

These six powerful and majestic characters, as if imbued with life, were meticulously engraved on the supreme "Batian Stele" of Batian City.

The Batian Stele, towering into the clouds, stands like a giant pillar reaching to the sky in the heart of Batian City, exuding an ancient and mysterious aura, as if telling the world about the glory and honor of the Batian Empire.

The powerful figures of the Overlord Empire, who were used to conquering the world with their own might, were surprised to find that they had to obey the orders of those seemingly weak and powerless civil officials.

With books in hand, the civil officials strategized and allocated various resources in an orderly manner. With their outstanding wisdom and tactics, they analyzed the intricate geological formations and meticulously planned the defense of each city.

This was simply a fantasy in the past, in that dog-eat-dog world of the Demon Sea and Great Town Dynasty, a place filled with bloodshed and slaughter. It was something people wouldn't even dare to imagine.

In the past, force was everything; the strong were respected, and the weak were at the mercy of others. Civil officials held a negligible position and were unable to participate in such important matters.

What delighted the lower-level martial artists and ordinary people even more was that the Overlord Empire displayed unparalleled power.

The empire's powerful figures used their great supernatural abilities to cross mountains and rivers and summon nine sleeping dragon veins from a distant and mysterious place.

These nine dragon veins are like nine sleeping dragons, containing endless spiritual energy and vitality.

When they were planted in the long-withered core of the Batian Empire, it was as if a sweet rain had fallen on the parched land.

The depleted spiritual energy, like a riverbed that had been dry for countless years, suddenly surged forth with clear, sweet spring water, quickly nourishing this wounded and riddled world.

The once barren land gradually became fertile, and the withered grass and trees regained their vitality and bloomed with bright flowers.

At the same time, countless ancient secret realms that had been sealed away for a long time were opened one by one.

These secret realms were once mysterious and dangerous places, hiding countless treasures and powerful forces. However, they were also monopolized by major sects, becoming their exclusive places for training disciples and improving their strength. Ordinary cultivators and mortals had no chance to set foot in them.

However, now these secret realms have been transformed into academies and trial grounds. The path to advancement that was once tightly held in the hands of the major sects is now open to all those with talent and perseverance!

Whether they are ordinary people from impoverished backgrounds or weak cultivators from the bottom ranks, as long as they have dreams and courage, they all have the opportunity to enter these secret realms, explore their mysteries, obtain powerful strength, and achieve their own comeback.

Faced with this series of tangible lights and hopes, people's hearts began to converge and ignite like rivers flowing into the sea.

People saw a bright future and were filled with gratitude and support for the Overlord Empire.

The days of fighting alone and being demoralized are gone forever, replaced by a strong sense of belonging and cohesion.

My heart longs to return!

Everyone wholeheartedly embraced this new empire and was willing to contribute their efforts to its prosperity and development.

The Overlord Empire unified the Great Town Dynasty and the Demon Sea with ruthless methods, but what it brought was not plunder and destruction, but new life and order.

In the past, the Great Town Dynasty and the Demon Sea were frequently at war, causing great suffering and death. The lower classes lived in dire straits, constantly facing the danger of being killed and enslaved.

But now, under the rule of the Overlord Empire, for the first time they truly felt protected by a powerful force, rather than being trampled upon.

The empire established strict laws and systems to protect the lives and property of every individual, enabling people to live and work in peace and contentment, and to lead a stable life.

A seed called "identity" quietly sprouted and took root in soil that was once filled with despair and pain.

Despite the fact that some demons still harbor resentment on this vast land, and that there are also a few rebels among the human race who refuse to submit to the rule of the Overlord Empire and attempt to restore the previous chaotic situation.

But they no longer dared to act openly, and could only resort to underhanded tactics to try and destabilize the empire.

However, their actions were like ants trying to shake a tree in the face of the overwhelming power and strict rule of the Overlord Empire, and could not affect the overall situation at all.

The Overlord Empire is like a towering mountain, standing firm against wind and rain, firmly controlling the fate of this land.

Deep within the imperial palace, an atmosphere so quiet it was almost oppressive permeated the air.

The towering palace walls are built of huge bluestones, each stone seemingly bearing the weight of time and the majesty of the empire.

The glazed tiles on the palace roof shimmered with a cold, eerie luster in the dim light, as if concealing countless untold secrets.

Ling Xiao, the supreme ruler of the Overlord Empire, is currently seated high on the imperial throne, which symbolizes supreme power.

The throne was forged from a precious material that was dark red like blood crystal. Every line of it seemed to be a mark etched by time with blood, exuding an invisible yet powerful pressure that was suffocating.

This oppressive aura, like a surging tide, spread outwards, instilling a sense of awe from the depths of everyone's soul in those within the hall.

Below the emperor's throne, more than two hundred cabinet ministers dressed in robes of various colors stood respectfully with their hands at their sides.

Their figures were as upright as pine trees, and their breath as deep and still as the ocean, like unshakeable mountain peaks.

These high-ranking officials were all among the best in the Hegemon Empire. They were either strategists with exceptional wisdom, generals with formidable martial prowess, or capable ministers skilled in governance. Each of them played a crucial role in the empire's operation. (End of Chapter)