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Chapter 592: The Capital of Lieyang
Chapter 592: The Capital of Lieyang
In the capital of Lieyang, the space-time teleportation area bustled with activity.
The Ancient Nation of Lieyang was one of the strongest hegemons in the universe, ruling over an expansive and vast domain.
Even for a powerful existence like a Heavenly Venerable, traversing the entire Ancient Nation of Lieyang was no easy feat.
A Heavenly Venerable, despite their mastery over space-time manipulation, would still require millions of void traversals to travel from one end of the ancient nation to the other.
Millions of void traversals? Even if one could perform a hundred traversals in a single breath, it would still take tens of thousands of breaths to complete the journey.
By the time one arrived, any urgent matter would have long turned cold.
Furthermore, the maximum distance void traversal was extremely taxing on the mental strength of a Heavenly Venerable, and none could perform millions of traversals uninterrupted.
However, the space-time teleportation array in the capital of Lieyang could, within a dozen or so breaths, transport one to any domain city within the Ancient Nation of Lieyang.
The war between the Qingfen Domain and the Zimen Domain, from the moment Spirit God King revealed his strength as a Limit-level Imperial Clan member to the arrival of Red Treasure King through the space-time teleportation array, had lasted no more than thirty breaths in total.
Most of that time was spent relaying information and deciding which Limit-level Imperial Clan member to send as reinforcement.
The Ancient Nation of Lieyang had a thorough understanding of each domain within its jurisdiction, and besides the deterrence of the high and mighty ancestors, they relied on this intricate web-like space-time teleportation array.
The space-time teleportation array of the Ancient Nation of Lieyang was also open to the public, although the price was exorbitant and unaffordable for most powerhouses under a Hegemon.
Even Hegemons themselves would rarely use the array unless it was an extremely important matter.
At this moment, in the space-time teleportation area of the capital, strong individuals from various domains of the ancient nation were coming and going, constantly exchanging intelligence.
"Have you heard? About the war between the Qingfen Domain and the Zimen Domain?"
"The Qingfen Domain is one of our border domains in the Ancient Nation of Lieyang, and the Zimen Domain is also a border domain of the Great Spirit Ancient Nation. Friction between them is common, so there's nothing surprising about a war breaking out."
"That's true. Wars limited to a dozen or so domains like this happen from time to time on our borders."
"I'm not talking about the war itself, but the fact that the Spirit God King took action during this war."
"The Spirit God King? The youngest core royal of the Great Spirit Ancient Nation?"
"Yes, and as soon as he made his move, he revealed the strength of a Limit-level Imperial Clan member."
"Limit-level Imperial Clan? Then it's over for the Qingfen Domain, I suppose."
"Not quite. A Grand Sovereign named 'Galaxy' took action and slew the Spirit God King."
Hegemons from various domains conversed with each other, as they often shared connections and important news would spread among them first.
And now, the news that the Spirit God King had reached the limit of his growth was enough to attract the attention of Hegemons and even Paramount Kings. Moreover, this same Spirit God King, who had reached the limit, had been slain?
"It is said that this Grand Sovereign Galaxy is a Limit-level Imperial Clan member who was out on a journey to seek further improvement. The fact that he easily slew the Spirit God King suggests that he has made significant progress in that regard."
"Impressive. Although the Spirit God King had only recently reached his limit, it's not something that can be easily done, even by a Heavenly Venerable."
"Who exactly is this Grand Sovereign Galaxy? Which Limit-level Imperial Clan member of the Ancient Nation of Lieyang is he?"
The various Hegemons were now intrigued, as news concerning the pinnacle of the Ancient Nation of Lieyang was definitely worth learning more about.
Deep within the space-time teleportation area, dozens of figures had already been waiting for a long time.
The one leading them was a woman in green, and she glanced at the conversations happening among the many powerhouses outside, her expression unchanged.
A tall man standing behind her lowered his voice and asked, "His Majesty sent us here to receive this Grand Sovereign Galaxy and escort him to the newly built royal palace. Does this Grand Sovereign Galaxy not have a royal palace?"
Even when a core royal went out on a journey, they would have a royal palace in the capital before their departure.
Any king, whether a royal or a Heavenly Venerable, had a royal palace in the capital.
The royal palace would be prepared before the king received their coronation decree.
The fact that they were instructed to bring Grand Sovereign Galaxy to a newly built royal palace meant that he didn't have one before.
This was rather strange.
Could it be that Grand Sovereign Galaxy didn't receive his coronation before departing on his journey?
However, any core royal, regardless of whether they had reached the limit of their growth or not, would be crowned king.
News about Grand Sovereign Galaxy had been spreading throughout the capital, and most had already identified him as a Limit-level Imperial Clan member.
If he wasn't a Limit-level Imperial Clan member, who else could have slain the Spirit God King among the Grand Sovereigns? Even Heavenly Venerables at the Grand Sovereign realm wouldn't have been capable of such a feat.
A Heavenly Venerable could suppress a Limit-level Imperial Clan member, relying solely on their realm. However, if they were on the same level, a Heavenly Venerable would most likely not be a match for a core royal.
This was why every core royal aspired to attain the Heavenly Venerable realm.
"However, His Majesty seems to hold this Grand Sovereign Galaxy in very high regard, granting him a royal palace that borders our ancient nation's Yang Vein."
"I recall that there were quite a few Heavenly Venerables who wanted that royal palace, but His Majesty refused them all. Yet now, he has bestowed it upon Grand Sovereign Galaxy?"
The third figure's tone carried a hint of emotion.
The Yang Vein of the Ancient Nation of Lieyang was a sacred site for cultivation. The closer one was to the Yang Vein, the more benefits they would reap. Even the emperor's sleeping quarters were built directly on top of it.
The newly constructed royal palace granted to Grand Sovereign Galaxy was right next to the Yang Vein, and its benefits for cultivation, while not quite on par with the emperor's quarters, were still exceptionally close.
Many of the royal palaces granted to those who had been bestowed the title of king were on the fringes of the Yang Vein's influence.
That particular royal palace, nestled right next to the Yang Vein, had caught the attention of countless kings, especially the Heavenly Venerables.
Yet generation after generation of emperors of the Ancient Nation of Lieyang had been unwilling to part with it, preferring to leave it vacant rather than bestow it upon anyone.
After all, it was rare for a king to truly perish, and once the royal palace was granted, it would be difficult for the Ancient Nation of Lieyang to reclaim it.
"Enough. This was His Majesty's decision, and it is not for you to question," the leading woman in green said indifferently as she glanced at the conversing figures.
"Yes."
The few figures immediately fell silent.
Just then, a faint spatial ripple emanated from a massive space-time teleportation array in the distance, signaling the formation of a space-time passage from a remote location.
"He's here."
The dozens of figures who had been waiting immediately straightened up, their spirits lifting.
They had been ordered to wait here for this very moment—to welcome this Grand Sovereign Galaxy.
Hoo!
The space-time passage stabilized, and several figures stepped out.
Leading them were an old man with a red beard and a young man.
"Red Treasure King and Grand Sovereign Galaxy?"
The dozens of figures immediately recognized Red Treasure King, and the young man standing beside him was most likely Grand Sovereign Galaxy.
"I've never felt Grand Sovereign Galaxy's aura before. Could he be an extremely ancient core royal?"
"Unclear."
The dozens of figures had their own thoughts, and they immediately followed the woman in green to greet the newcomers.
Lin Yuan and Red Treasure King had traveled through the space-time teleportation passage, traversing the vast distance from Qingfen Domain to the capital of the Ancient Nation of Lieyang.
"To cover this distance in just ten breaths... Even with a ninth-level comprehension of space-time, that would be impossible," Lin Yuan thought to himself.
He had left an incarnation in Qingfen City, which allowed him to roughly sense the distance between his incarnation and his main body.
"And this capital of the Ancient Nation of Lieyang..." Lin Yuan observed his surroundings, sensing an indescribable pressure.
The entire capital seemed like an unprecedented treasure. With just a slight activation, it could suppress an ordinary Heavenly Venerable.
Buzz...
An indistinct ripple swept through the area, extremely subtle.
"Don't think too much about it. That's a sensing array to prevent strong individuals from other ancient nations from sneaking in," Red Treasure King explained through a sound transmission.
Lin Yuan nodded in response.
The capital was the most prosperous and core area of the Ancient Nation of Lieyang, as well as its most important location. Any strong individual entering the capital would be subject to numerous checks.
"So, I passed the check?" Lin Yuan asked.
"Of course," Red Treasure King smiled.
The abundant Lieyang Qi in Lin Yuan's body ruled out the possibility of him being a strong individual from another ancient nation.
The sensing array of the capital of the Ancient Nation of Lieyang was merely going through the motions, and Red Treasure King himself was also within the range of the sensing array.
After stepping out of the space-time passage, Lin Yuan saw dozens of figures approaching.
"Greetings, Grand Sovereign Galaxy," the leading woman in green bowed respectfully, and the dozens of figures behind her followed suit.
They didn't know Lin Yuan's true identity or which core royal he was, so they could only address him as 'Grand Sovereign Galaxy', the name they had heard.
Red Treasure King smiled upon seeing this and said to Lin Yuan, "These people were sent by His Majesty to welcome you."
"His Majesty?" Lin Yuan nodded.
Here, 'His Majesty' naturally referred to the emperor of the Ancient Nation of Lieyang, who was also the strongest existence in the entire ancient nation.
Of course, the emperor's strength was augmented by external forces.
"His Majesty holds you in high regard," Red Treasure King said. "Come, let me take you to your royal palace."
After Red Treasure King finished speaking, the woman in green and the others led Lin Yuan and Red Treasure King onto a battle ship.
Within the capital of the Ancient Nation of Lieyang, spatial traversal was prohibited, and even Heavenly Venerables were not exempt from this rule.
"To get to a certain place, one can either fly there honestly or use a battle ship or similar flying magical treasure."
"The latter requires an application to the Ancient Nation, and driving a battle ship within the capital is largely a symbol of status."
Whoosh!
The battle ship soared into the sky and headed out of the space-time teleportation area.
At this moment, many powerful beings who were entering and exiting the space-time teleportation region noticed the battle ship emerging from its depths.
"Is that a royal battle ship?"
"A Nine-Pattern Royal Battle Ship? Unless the Emperor gives the order himself, no one can mobilize this ship."
"I wonder which esteemed individual warrants the use of the Nine-Pattern Royal Battle Ship to greet them?"
One after another, the strong cultivators gazed up at the departing ship, filled with awe.
The last time the Emperor deployed the Nine-Pattern Royal Battle Ship to greet someone was during the large-scale war with the Ancient Nation of Xuan Yin, when the Supreme Commander of the Ancient Nation of Lieyang achieved a great victory and was welcomed back to the capital with such pomp and splendor.
The Ancient Nation of Xuan Yin, along with the Ancient Nation of Lieyang and the Great Spirit Ancient Nation, was one of the six dominant ancient nations in this world.
But now?
In the last few hundred thousand years, the Ancient Nation of Lieyang hasn't engaged in extremely intense conflicts with the other five great ancient nations, mostly limited to localized skirmishes. Even if they achieved a major victory, the returning commander wouldn't be greeted with such a grand gesture.
On the battle ship, Lin Yuan looked down at the capital below.
"Hahaha, it's been a long time since I last rode on this battle ship." Red Treasure King was in high spirits as he looked at Lin Yuan and said, "Thanks for giving me this opportunity to tag along, Galaxy."
Soon...
The battle ship came to a stop in front of a majestic mansion.
Lin Yuan and Red Treasure King disembarked, and the woman in green, along with several other figures, followed suit.
"Grand Sovereign Galaxy, this is your mansion." The woman in green flipped her hand, producing a token which she respectfully offered to Lin Yuan. "This is the mansion's token. Refine it, and you'll be able to control the entire mansion."
Lin Yuan took the token and refined it with a single breath.
Through this token, Lin Yuan could sense every detail of the mansion and control everything within it, including the grand formation that enveloped the premises.
The mansion's formation drew its power from the grand formation of the Lieyang Capital, harnessing a fraction of its might.
"Brother Galaxy, why don't you give this mansion a name?" Red Treasure King suggested from the side.
"A name?" Lin Yuan thought for a moment before saying, "How about Galaxy Manor?"
After all, his grand sovereign title was 'Galaxy', so naming his mansion 'Galaxy' was both appropriate and hassle-free.
As soon as Lin Yuan finished speaking, he used the mansion's token to inscribe the characters 'Galaxy' at the top of the mansion.
"Galaxy Manor?" The dozens of figures standing behind them wondered. Typically, the name of a mansion corresponded to the title of the king it was bestowed upon.
But Galaxy?
They had originally thought that 'Galaxy' was just an alias, but now that Lin Yuan had used it as the name of his mansion, it seemed that he had officially adopted 'Galaxy' as his title.
"That works."
Red Treasure King nodded.
The royalty of the Ancient Nation of Lieyang who were bestowed the title of king were usually named with the character 'Chi' (red), such as Red Treasure King, Red Pine King, and Red Jade King.
But it wasn't an absolute rule.
It mostly depended on the preference of the king being bestowed the title.
"This mansion is now your residence, Grand Sovereign Galaxy. May I enter and take a look?" Red Treasure King smiled. "This place is right next to the nation's Yang Vein, an undisputed cultivation sanctuary. Yet, the Emperor has always been reluctant to bestow it upon anyone."
"Please come in." Lin Yuan immediately used the token to open the mansion's entrance.
"Such dense Lieyang essence," Lin Yuan remarked as he stepped into the mansion and felt the scorching aura permeating the surroundings.
Under the influence of this aura, Lin Yuan felt incredibly comfortable, as if soaking in a hot spring, and the Lieyang bloodline within his body flowed more smoothly.
"How do you like it?" Red Treasure King looked at Lin Yuan with a smile.
His own mansion didn't have this dense fiery essence, but it was still quite good. This was Lin Yuan's first experience with such an environment tailored for cultivation.
"It's wonderful."
Lin Yuan carefully sensed his surroundings and replied solemnly.
Cultivating in such an environment, Lin Yuan's efficiency in comprehending the Dao would undoubtedly be terrifyingly high.
Especially in the aspects of the sun and Lieyang, his progress would be swift and remarkable.
"Hahaha, that's good then." Red Treasure King's face was wreathed in smiles.
"The Emperor will meet with you tomorrow, so take today to rest and adapt." Red Treasure King said.
"Mhm."
Lin Yuan nodded.
Just then—
Red Treasure King seemed to receive some sort of message, and he immediately turned to Lin Yuan and said, "Brother Galaxy, the final verdict regarding the merits of the war between the Qingfen Domain and the Zimen Domain has been decided."
(End of Chapter)
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