The Peerless Emperor (TPE)

"Could that be Xiao Qian's Huaxia Empire?" In Linhai Prefecture, Ye Xin looked up at the sky, murmuring to herself.

While others might not understand what they were witnessing, Ye Xin knew that the massive planetary vision in the sky was Lin Qian's Huaxia Empire.

Lin Qian had once told her that the Huaxia Empire occupied an entire planet by itself.

When they were younger, Lin Qian often shared fascinating stories with her, including tales of a round world where people lived.

She could even see the eighteen continents and six vast oceans on the mystical star, exactly as Lin Qian had described.

"Is this what the national destiny of the Huaxia Empire looks like?" Ye Xin pondered for a moment before realizing the truth, covering her mouth in surprise.

Amidst her shock, Ye Xin gazed at the sky with a hint of longing. "I wonder when I'll be able to visit Xiao Qian's Huaxia Empire and see it for myself."

Shortly after, the vision in the sky faded, and Ye Xin returned her attention to the tactical mirror before her.

In addition to her regular cultivation, Ye Xin had many responsibilities to attend to as the highest decision-maker in Linhai Prefecture.

Many decisions, which even her teacher Zhuge Ming left to her, were now in her hands.

Ye Xin had silently resolved to make Linhai Prefecture a different place by the time Lin Qian returned, to give him a pleasant surprise.

Meanwhile, Lin Qian had moved to a clean room, with Zhang Nianxin and Zhang Qi standing before him, looking at him with a mixture of fear and awe.

Seeing their expressions, Lin Qian couldn't help but smile wryly. "Chief Zhang, am I really that terrifying? After all these days together, haven't you figured out what kind of person I am?"

Zhang Nianxin and Zhang Qi exchanged glances, understanding each other's thoughts.

Not clear? Of course, they understood. Lin Qian's character was impeccable; otherwise, Zhang Nianxin wouldn't have proposed a blood alliance.

However, Zhang Nianxin hadn't anticipated that the Huaxia Empire behind Lin Qian would be far beyond his expectations.

The Eastern Branch of the Eight-Armed Sea Tribe had a relatively modest destiny, with a vision no larger than a house.

But the Huaxia Empire's national destiny? Even just a fraction of it was as vast as the Soul Martial Continent. It was no joke.

The more Zhang Nianxin and Zhang Qi thought about the Huaxia Empire's overwhelming national destiny, the more anxious they became.

Perhaps the Huaxia Empire didn't seem particularly powerful right now, but with a destiny that strong, its future endeavors would likely be smooth and unstoppable.

The fact that they had pledged a blood alliance with such a powerful potential ally left Zhang Nianxin both excited and fearful.

What Zhang Nianxin couldn't have known was that the Huaxia Empire's strength wasn't merely potential—it was already immense. The only reason it hadn't fully manifested was due to Lin Qian's current level of power.

"I think you both need two or three days to process this. When the clan assembly begins in ten days, you can come get me then," Lin Qian said as he stood up. Before leaving, he reminded Zhang Qi, "Make sure to practice the cultivation method well, and make good use of the eight-arm potion. Every bit of strength you gain will benefit you."

With that, Lin Qian left the room and went to the courtyard that Zhang Nianxin had arranged for him. He summoned his aides to improve the environment there.

Over the next ten days, Lin Qian didn't relax. He continued his rigorous training, refining his body and increasing the soul power stored in his dantian.

His goal was to stimulate the soul power within him during combat and achieve a breakthrough.

As for why Lin Qian didn't seek out battles within the Huaxia Empire, it was because the beings of the empire couldn't attack him.

And why not spar with Zhang Qi? The reason was simple—Zhang Qi would also be in seclusion, training hard for the next ten days.

So, Lin Qian would have to wait until the clan assembly to put his plan into action.

Ten days passed in the blink of an eye.

During this time, Lin Qian solidified his cultivation base, stabilized the soul power in his dantian, and the Huaxia Empire ceased the infusion of spiritual energy, ensuring everything was in place.

As Lin Qian headed to the main hall, he encountered Zhang Qi, who was coming to fetch him, and they went together.

During their conversation, Zhang Qi's demeanor had returned to normal, though he now regarded Lin Qian with even more respect.

Upon arriving at the main hall, all the members of the Eastern Branch of the Eight-Armed Sea Tribe who had come for the clan assembly were present.

This included Chief Zhang Nianxin, Zhang Qi, his father, the second elder, and several other key figures of the tribe.

After gathering, Lin Qian joined Zhang Nianxin and his group as they left their residence and made their way toward the center of the holy city.

Yes, they walked!

The sea tribe could walk underwater just as humans could walk on land, negating the effects of buoyancy and moving across the seabed.

Lin Qian could replicate this ability using his soul power, but the sea tribe's natural talent allowed them to do it without expending energy.

They walked along the streets of the holy city, gradually approaching the central area.

Before long, Zhang Nianxin, who was leading the way, came to a stop. Before them stood a heavily guarded hall.

Just like when they entered the holy city, they had to confirm their identities before the guards of the Eight-Armed Sea Tribe allowed them inside.

The interior of the grand hall was vast and empty, except for a twisted, rotating portal in the center, leading to an unknown destination.

However, Zhang Nianxin had already mentioned that the clan assembly of the Eight-Armed Sea Tribe was held in a small world under their control.

So, there was no need to guess—the swirling portal before them was the gateway to that small world.

Lin Qian followed Zhang Nianxin through the portal, feeling a familiar sense of disorientation as they were transported to the small world controlled by the Eight-Armed Sea Tribe.

In an instant, their surroundings changed. They left behind the dim depths of the sea and emerged into a bright and sunny ocean.

Lin Qian and his companions found themselves on a small island that could only accommodate a thousand people. Behind them, another portal connected this small world to the larger one.

Looking out across the vast expanse, they saw nothing but endless ocean—no land in sight.

"Your Majesty Lin, the venue for the clan assembly is underwater. Let's go," Zhang Nianxin explained briefly before diving into the water.

Lin Qian sighed under his breath. "This small world of the sea tribe really is just water."

With that, he leaped into the water after Zhang Nianxin, creating a splash as he entered the sea.