Previously, there had indeed been some powerful warriors.
But their strength, compared to Yefan's, was like comparing the heavens to the earth.
"It seems that, at this point, the world hasn't yet seen a true warrior," Yefan thought, his expression growing serious.
Never mind, I'll deal with it after I get to Tianlong City.
The so-called Tianlong City was a new city that had been established in recent years, not far from Zixing City. After crossing a mountain, they would almost be there.
"This is it!"
As Yefan climbed over the ridge and looked ahead, he saw a new city.
The city was surrounded by tall walls, and there were many soldiers guarding the city gates.
"They've even built such large city gates and walls."
Yefan was slightly surprised as he observed the scene.
"It took a lot of manpower to build this," Wu Yifan explained. "It was necessary to defend against the attacks of alien beasts and invaders."
"Let's head over." Yefan nodded slightly.
The group quickly approached the city gate.
"Wu Yifan, you're back?"
"Any more alien beasts out there?"
As they reached the gate, a tall soldier among the guards called out to Wu Yifan.
"They've all been eliminated. There was a massive beast, but thanks to this expert here, we managed to survive," Wu Yifan replied, breathing a sigh of relief.
"An expert?"
"Who is it?" The tall man looked confused.
"Let me introduce you. This is Yefan, the expert who dealt with the beast," Wu Yifan said with a smile.
"Him?"
The tall man glanced at Yefan, scanning him from head to toe. Yefan looked ordinary enough, except for the long sword in his hand.
That sword, however, gave off an unsettling feeling.
Was it just a trick of the mind?
The man furrowed his brow.
"How did he kill the beast? Don't tell me he did it with that sword," the tall soldier said with a laugh.
"Hahaha," the soldiers behind him joined in, laughing.
Bullets could barely scratch the hide of those fearsome beasts. Using a sword to kill one seemed utterly ridiculous.
"Yes, I used this sword," Yefan replied calmly.
"Watch closely."
Without wasting time, Yefan raised his long sword. In an instant, as his powerful energy surged into the blade, a pale blue glow erupted from the sword.
This is...!?
The tall soldier and the others were instantly shocked, their eyes wide with disbelief.
It was the first time they had seen something so bizarre—a sword radiating such terrifying energy!
Whoosh—
In the next moment, Yefan swung his sword, sending the blue energy shooting toward a distant area.
Boom—
The mountain ahead quaked and, in the blink of an eye, was split in half!
"Whoa…"
The soldiers froze in place, their eyes wide and their bodies stiff as they watched the unbelievable sight unfold before them.
Even Wu Yifan and the others who had seen Yefan's power before were dumbfounded.
This time, Yefan's display of strength was far beyond what they had witnessed earlier.
Is this even human?
"I want to see the lord of Tianlong City," Yefan said calmly.
…
Inside the government courtyard of Tianlong City, Zhang Qianxian, the current leader of the city, presented documents to Yefan.
"Sir, here are all the records you requested. We couldn't find anyone matching the people you're looking for," Zhang Qianxian said, his forehead damp with cold sweat.
He had no idea where Yefan had come from, but after witnessing his terrifying strength, he was left trembling in fear.
"How can there be no record…" Yefan's face darkened as he flipped through the documents.
Everyone who entered the city had their information recorded, yet there was no trace of his parents.
Could it be that his parents really perished in that city?
The thought pierced Yefan's heart with immense sorrow.
"However, you don't need to worry too much, sir. Before the alien beasts attacked Zixing City, an evacuation had already been ordered," Zhang Qianxian hesitated before speaking, hoping to offer some comfort.
"Evacuated in advance?"
Yefan paused.
"Yes, because it was predicted that a spatial rift would open near Zixing City, many people were evacuated beforehand," Zhang Qianxian continued.
Hearing this, Yefan let out a sigh of relief.
At least there was still a chance they were alive.
"For now, I will stay here and rest for a few days," Yefan said, glancing at Zhang Qianxian.
"You're most welcome," Zhang Qianxian replied. "I'll have someone arrange your accommodations."
"Wait a moment."
Just as Zhang Qianxian was about to leave, Yefan spoke again.
"I plan to start here in Tianlong City and teach you all how to cultivate."
"Cultivate?"
Zhang Qianxian froze, his eyes widening as he realized what Yefan was suggesting.
"Yes, cultivation," Yefan replied. "To have the power I possess."
Yefan's eyes narrowed as he spoke.
He knew that relying on his own strength alone would not be enough to defeat the alien invaders threatening the world.
The most important thing was to strengthen all of humanity, not just rely on his individual power.
"Thank you, sir!" Zhang Qianxian's voice trembled with excitement.
If they could cultivate and become as powerful as Yefan, then these alien beasts would be nothing to fear!
…
In the days that followed, the entire city gathered in the central square, where Yefan began teaching them the basics of cultivation.
Time flew by, and within a few days, the majority of the people had already grasped the fundamental techniques.
They began absorbing the energy in the air, starting their path to cultivation.
Earth's current energy levels were decent, and with time, the people would gradually grow stronger.
Each month, there would be significant changes.
"I need to move on to the next city," Yefan said one day, standing at the gates of Tianlong City and speaking to Wu Yifan.
"What's the next closest city?"
"The closest city is Lian City," Wu Yifan replied. "It seems relatively safe there for now."