Batian Martial Soul

Chapter 14102 The Target is the Realm of Annihilation
One of them was an elderly man with white hair and a simple, ancient face.

He was dressed in simple linen clothes, which, though seemingly simple, exuded a sense of returning to nature.

Only the "Zhou Tian Xing Chen Pan" hanging at his waist shimmered with deep starlight, as dazzling as the stars in the night sky, yet seemingly containing endless mysteries, making one want to explore it further.

He is none other than the pillar of Xuantian Temple, Xuantianzi!
Xuantian Temple, once a mysterious organization with extremely high prestige and influence in the world, has now been completely merged into the Batian Empire without the slightest hesitation or dissatisfaction.

Xuan Tianzi, with his wisdom and talent, became an important assistant to Ji Mingkong and Ling Xiao, offering advice and making great contributions to the development of the empire.

Xuan Tianzi's murky yet seemingly insightful gaze slowly fell upon Ling Xiao. His eyes held a complex emotion, a mixture of concern for the empire's future and respect for Ling Xiao.

After a moment of silence, his voice, heavy with the weight of years, slowly rang out: "Your Majesty, this old minister has heard... that the Emperor's heart has already turned towards the Realm of Nirvana?"

These words were like a boulder thrown into a calm lake, instantly making the hall so quiet you could hear a pin drop.

All the high-ranking officials held their breath, their eyes filled with shock and worry.

The Realm of Annihilation is a legendary place filled with danger and the unknown. It is said to hide endless evil power and powerful enemies, and it has always been a place that people fear.

Ling Xiao sat quietly on the imperial throne, his gaze calm and undisturbed.

He stared directly at Xuan Tianzi, his gaze seemingly able to see through all illusions and penetrate the depths of one's heart: "What do you have to teach me?"

His voice was deep and powerful, like a resounding bell, echoing throughout the hall.

Xuan Tianzi sighed softly, a sigh that seemed to carry the weight of the entire world, making those who heard it feel a deep sense of sorrow.

He slightly raised his head, gazing into the distance as if recalling something, and slowly said, "Your Majesty, the Overlord Empire is vast and boundless, its territory exceeding all imagination. The complexity of its geological veins is like a huge and intricate network, where a single movement affects the entire system; the abundance of life is like countless stars in the night sky; the allocation of resources requires meticulous planning, and the slightest carelessness could trigger a series of chain reactions. Our entire court has devoted its strength to restoring its vitality and order, a feat already defying fate, consuming countless efforts and enduring immense risks and pressure. If we were to launch another expedition to the legendary Realm of Annihilation… this old minister fears… a single spark could ignite a prairie fire, ultimately destroying our own foundation! The unknowns and dangers of the Realm of Annihilation are far beyond our comprehension. A rash attack could plunge us into utter ruin, and then the empire we have painstakingly built would likely be destroyed in an instant."

Ling Xiao remained silent for a moment, and the entire imperial palace seemed to be shrouded in an invisible veil of silence, as if even the air itself had solidified.

His fingertips gently tapped on the armrest of the throne, which was carved from precious blood crystal. Each tap produced a crisp and lonely echo, which reverberated in the empty and silent hall, as if it were ripples spreading from the depths of Ling Xiao's heart.

“Your words are truly precious.”

Ling Xiao finally spoke slowly, his voice deep and steady, like the tolling of an ancient bell buried deep underground, carrying an undeniable authority, "However..."

He paused slightly, raised his eyes, and his gaze was like two sharp lightning bolts, piercing through the magnificent palace ceiling, as if stabbing into the eternal darkness at the end of the void, where endless unknowns and threats were hidden.

"How can one sleep peacefully with a tiger crouching beside one's bed? In this vast and boundless world, countless forces are eyeing us covetously, like wolves lurking in the shadows. Even though my Overlord Empire does not covet an inch of other territories, adhering to the principles of peaceful coexistence and non-aggression, in this dog-eat-dog world, how can we guarantee the peace of the empire and the happiness of our people without sufficient power? We must also sharpen our claws and forge a strong fortress! These claws and claws are the power to crush any invading enemy at any time! Only by possessing such power can we deter those with ill intentions from easily invading, and only then can the empire stand firm in this turbulent world!"

Xuan Tianzi gazed at the young figure on the throne who already bore the weight of the entire world, his eyes filled with a mixture of worry and an indescribable admiration.

He knew full well that Ling Xiao's words were true; in this world full of crises and challenges, powerful forces were indeed the guarantee for the empire's survival and development.

However, the risks of venturing into the Realm of Annihilation are too great; if anything goes wrong, the consequences will be unimaginable.

However, he also saw in Ling Xiao's firm gaze a fearless courage and resolute belief that seemed to infect everyone and fill people with hope for the future.

Finally, he slowly bowed, his voice trembling slightly: "Your Majesty... is far-sighted. My Overlord Empire truly needs... sufficiently powerful henchmen! Your Majesty's ambition, like a prairie fire, will surely illuminate the path forward for the Empire, allowing it to shine even more brightly in this chaotic world."

"From now on, Mingkong will handle all domestic affairs. I need to become stronger."

As Ling Xiao spoke, he slowly stood up.

His tall stature resembled a majestic mountain peak, exuding an awe-inspiring aura.

The dark red imperial robes fluttered and rustled even without wind, like a banner symbolizing the dignity and majesty of the empire.

His eyes revealed a firmness and determination, as if he had made up his mind to embark on a path of strength full of challenges and unknowns.

Xuan Tianzi suddenly looked up, and an astonishing brilliance burst forth from his cloudy old eyes, a brilliance as dazzling and brilliant as a shooting star streaking across the night sky.

He seemed to have already guessed what Ling Xiao was going to do next, and his voice trembled slightly with excitement: "Your Majesty... are you going to question the Great Sun Realm..."

He was too excited to say the rest of his words.

In the world of cultivation, the Great Sun Realm is a legendary and incredibly powerful realm. Those who reach this realm will possess world-destroying power and become true powerhouses in the world.

Ling Xiao's breakthrough in cultivation level is like the giant pillar supporting the sky of the entire Batian Empire rising even higher!

It is the cornerstone of the empire's fortune, which surges like a galaxy!

Once Ling Xiao successfully breaks through to the Great Sun Realm, the strength of the Overlord Empire will experience a qualitative leap. Those forces that once harbored ill intentions towards the empire will no longer dare to act rashly, and the empire will usher in an unprecedented period of prosperity.

Ling Xiao slightly raised his head, his gaze deep and distant, as if looking towards the unknown yet challenging future of the empire. He then slowly shook his head, his tone carrying a hint of humility yet revealing unwavering determination: