One year later, in the capital of the Chen Kingdom, at the Rune Research Institute.
Inside the secret chamber, Chen Mu was in seclusion, cultivating his skills.
Around him, countless runes and numbers emitted a ghostly blue light, swirling around him. His expression was solemn and his countenance dignified.
"Before the universe, in the beginning of chaos, there was something formed out of nothingness, existing before heaven and earth; this thing is the Dao..."
He muttered the scriptures from the ' True Explanation of Runes ' under his breath, and seemed to vaguely see the birth of the universe, filled with endless emotion.
After a while, the blue light around him faded, and he slowly opened his eyes.
"Phew... I've reached the pinnacle of the Dharma Saint Realm."
I've paved the way to Saint Level; now I'm just one step away from stepping into that Saint Level.
However, this step shouldn't be rushed, otherwise I'll have to leave the Pan Emperor Continent.
As the founder of the Battle Talisman Master cultivation system, Chen Mu's cultivation did not require him to follow the rules like other cultivators. Therefore, he himself did not expect that after breaking through to the Emperor Level, he would begin to touch the barrier of the Saint Level in just about two years.
There are many important external reasons why he was able to cultivate so quickly, one of which was something he himself hadn't expected.
That is, he discovered that as more and more people cultivated the Battle Talisman Master System, he seemed to receive the blessing of heaven and earth's fortune in the dark. Not only could he exert his strength beyond his level in battle, but his cultivation also increased with half the effort.
Besides this reason, Chen Kingdom's recent smooth development, the increase in the number of Rune Core Server across the country, and the expansion of the Spirit Network have also contributed to his improved cultivation level.
puff...!
The door to the secret room opened, and Chen Mu stood up and stepped out.
"I've been in seclusion for over three months now, I wonder what's going on outside."
Outside the secret room was a long corridor. As Chen Mu walked, he used his AI to check the latest intelligence about the Chen Kingdom.
After a while, he went into his office.
Landuo, Chen Xuejun, and Chen Ju were already waiting here. They received the news the moment Chen Mu emerged from Chen Mu and immediately put down their work to welcome Chen Mu.
How's everyone's research going lately? Any new findings?
Upon meeting the three, Chen Mu made no formalities and immediately began inquiring about their research progress.
This is his consistent style of doing things. In the Rune Research Institute, scientific research is cultivation. When the disciples are doing scientific research, their cultivation level will continue to improve. Chen Mu does not like to play around when doing scientific research. He only strives for perfection.
"Yes, our Biology Department has developed three stable gene combinations that can be used to produce pharmaceuticals..."
" The Artifact Refining Department has also developed some new types of bullets and new laser weapons..."
The first thing Chen Mu did after emerging from seclusion was to organize the new research findings of the Rune Research Institute, then set up research plans for them and guide their research direction.
More than an hour later, he left the Rune Research Institute and boarded the Rune Puppet Flying Car to head to the Chen Kingdom Palace.
Inside the Xuanwen Hall, Chen Mu met Chen Hongjie, who, along with several other ministers, was waiting for Chen Mu.
" A Mu, you've finally emerged from seclusion."
"So, how was your haul? Pretty good, huh?"
Upon seeing Chen Mu, Chen Hongjie inquired with concern.
"It's really good."
Chen Mu nodded, but since there were still several ministers present, he did not elaborate on the topic.
"Third Uncle, I understand what you mean."
I agree to your request to send troops to attack Jing Province. With me here, you can go ahead and do it!
In the past year, the Chen Kingdom has been developing at a rocket-like speed, and its national strength has increased by at least five or six times compared to two years ago.
Previously, because the Chen Kingdom had just seized a large amount of land from the Black Demon Emperor, it needed time to digest it, so Chen Hongjie had not paid any attention to the King Who Pacifies Jing's Residence these days.
But how could Chen Hongjie forget the grudge of the raid on the capital? So now that Chen Mu has come out of the pass and the Chen Kingdom has gained a firm foothold, he wants to send troops to attack Jing Province.
Haha, A Mu, you really understand me!
Since that's the case, I'll go ahead and do it. I'll start mobilizing troops and begin attacking Jing Province.
Chen Hongjie was very pleased after receiving a definite answer from Chen Mu.
"Third Uncle, I won't get involved in the specifics of attacking Jing Province; you can decide that yourself."
With the current national strength of the Chen Kingdom, dealing with the King Who Pacifies Jing's Residence is not a problem at all, so Chen Mu was very at ease and directly let Chen Hongjie make the decision.
"Alright! I'm not afraid of the King Who Pacifies Jing's Residence, but I'm worried that the Heavenly Puppet Sect might fight us to the death. But I doubt it will."
A hint of apprehension flashed in Chen Hongjie's eyes.
"Don't worry! If you encounter any problems you can't solve, feel free to contact me anytime."
Chen Mu smiled and stood up.
"Alright! If there's nothing else, I'll be going."
Chen Hongjie naturally had no objections. Then Chen Mu walked out of the main hall and re-entered the Rune Puppet Flying Car.
After leaving the palace, Chen Mu did not return to his Imperial Preceptor's residence, but instead went to the headquarters of the Shadow Guards to see Mingye.
In the pitch-black underground palace, Mingye was practicing martial arts, wielding two daggers.
Her movements were lightning-fast and her figure ghostly. As she flew about, yin and yang symbols could be faintly seen, indicating that she had cultivated the Dao of Yin and Yang to an extremely high level.
Wow!
A black hole suddenly appeared in the underground palace, and Chen Mu's figure walked out of the black hole.
Whoosh!
With a wave of his hands, Mingye unleashed two opposing forces, one yin and one yang, towards Chen Mu. They collided violently with Chen Mu and ultimately transformed into a giant yin-yang symbol.
"Hehe, your skills have improved quite quickly! But compared to me, you're still a bit behind."
Chen Mu stood motionless, a suction force emanating from him, completely absorbing the surrounding Yin and Yang energies.
"You've broken through again?"
Mingye approached Chen Mu, a hint of surprise in his eyes.
"Yes! I'm just one step away from reaching the Saint Level. If I wanted to, I could probably break through to the Saint Level in less than half a year."
Chen Mu smiled slightly.
Everyone says I'm a prodigy, but compared to you, I'm nothing.
Mingye pursed his lips, looking helpless.
"That's not true. After all, I created my own cultivation method, so it's difficult to judge me by conventional standards."
Chen Mu explained modestly.
"Alright! What brings you here? Is something the matter?"
A hint of curiosity appeared in Mingye's eyes.
Chen Mu's expression turned serious, and he nodded. "That's right, with our current strength, we can be considered qualified to travel between dimensions."
I wanted to ask you if you wanted to go for a walk in the Netherworld together.
"Going to the Netherworld again? Why do you keep bringing this up? Don't you want me here?"
Mingye raised an eyebrow, displeased.
"I definitely didn't mean that! But since you have Nether Clan blood, I think you still want to know your origins, right?"
Chen Mu hurriedly offered his explanation.