Chapter 1005: 618, Hao Datong, Sorry to Have Kept You Waiting_2

"Tending towards improvement."

Lv Susu considered for a moment before cautiously giving this answer.

In fact, the time for this change was really too short. After discovering it, she and many Star Dust Peak martial artists within the Federation were preparing to inform Lu Lin of this matter at the first opportunity, because when Lu Lin left the Federation in those years, he had told them to pay attention to the changes in world rules.

Although they had paid attention over the years, the world’s changes did not seem very obvious.

In these past few days, due to sensing the changes in the rules intrinsically, all the Star Dust Realm martial artists in the Federation gathered to exchange views with each other. Only after reaching a relatively accurate conclusion did Lv Susu inform Lu Lin.

Upon hearing Lv Susu’s concise answer, Lu Lin felt both joy and apprehension in his heart.

The joy was that the lifting of restrictions on world rules indicated that Lu Lin’s vision was correct and incredibly accurate. Once Lu Lin manages to obtain the Heart of the World from the Exotic Battlefield, his abilities will experience a significant leap.

However, the worry was that the stronger the world becomes, the more difficult it will be for Lu Lin to conquer the Heart of the World in the future.

But overall, since the change has already occurred, the best Lu Lin could do is strive to improve himself and increase his own strength.

The world will in the Exotic Battlefield is growing stronger, but Lu Lin has not stopped his own progress either. He is now at the Star Emperor Peak in cultivation, his soul power has reached the Four-time Metamorphosis Peak, and his flesh possesses the strength of Four Dragons.

Compared to when he left the Federation decades ago, Lu Lin’s abilities have undergone a tremendous transformation.

As long as he can improve faster than the rate at which the Exotic Battlefield strengthens, the benefits he would derive from conquering the Heart of the World will still grow larger.

"Okay, Senior Lv, I’ve got it. By the way, how is the Federation doing now?"

"Overall development is quite good. Benefiting from the solar system’s spiritual energy revival, almost everyone in the Federation now aims toward martial arts. After decades of development, the number of newborns has significantly increased, and their qualifications are several times better than decades ago."

"Now almost all newborns can awaken their talents at birth. As for the growth rate of young martial artists, it is astonishing. Nowadays, without reaching the Fourth Level in ability, it’s almost impossible to enter the Exotic Battlefield University."

"Wait, what?"

Lu Lin had not been concerned about these things regarding the Federation for a long time, but what does this ’Exotic Battlefield University’ mean?

"Lu Lin, the Federation now is completely different from how it was during the time you used to live and study. Achieving Fourth Level cultivation is a prerequisite for even being considered to enter the Exotic Battlefield University. These years have seen the Federation’s martial arts develop rapidly, with various supporting elixirs and potions; if one hasn’t completed the accumulation of Star Power from First to Third Level by the age of eighteen, it’s practically unthinkable."

"Moreover, now because of the numerous Star Dust stage warriors in the Federation, the living space for exotic beasts and the Alien Race has been severely constrained. To ensure that new university students feel pressure and motivation, the Federation Education Department Organization Meeting has deliberated and decided that all martial arts universities need to establish branches within the Exotic Battlefield, and all students must complete two to four years of study there."

"The Federation’s martial arts are booming, and technology is constantly reaching new heights. More scientists are gaining qualification for learning martial arts, which allows for longer lifespans and more flexible minds. Over the past decades, the Federation has already transitioned into an intelligent, unmanned society. When you have a chance to return, I believe you’ll be greatly surprised."

"More notably, since a large number of scientists can cultivate martial arts, their analysis of Star Power and Spiritual Strength has become deeper. Now, everyone in the Federation can perfectly use personal terminals within the Exotic Battlefield range and even set up stable space channels to connect with the Solar System Universe through information exchange base stations."

"The Federation’s education... the Federation’s martial arts... the Federation’s finance... the Federation’s security... the Federation’s departments... the Federation’s health..."

Lv Susu didn’t miss the opportunity to give Lu Lin a brief overview of the Federation’s rapid development over the years.

Unavoidably, although Lu Lin used to communicate with the Federation from time to time, it was either while following Elder Long for cultivation or studying refining at Refining Star Mountain. Each communication was simply to check for any significant matters or difficulties, and he didn’t have much inclination to focus on these everyday changes.

Seeing Lu Lin interested this time, Lv Susu naturally wouldn’t pass up such a fine opportunity.

Moreover, currently the positioning of the relationship between the Federation and Lu Lin is exceptionally clear.

Lu Lin is the pride of the Federation, a pillar upon which the Federation absolutely relies for indispensable strength.

As long as Lu Lin is around, the Federation can maximize its safety.

The more you understand, the more you realize how vast this world is. 𝙛𝓻𝒆𝒆𝒘𝙚𝓫𝙣𝙤𝒗𝙚𝓵.𝙘𝙤𝙢

Small worlds are endless.

How many Heavenly Talents, sects, and kingdoms have become nothing but fleeting moments?

The cultivation in Longyuan World all starts from the Star Dust stage.

In such a vast world, aside from instilling a sense of positive motivation and enthusiasm, it brings more... fear.

If one day, strong beings from another world truly invaded, the Federation without Lu Lin would be a group of lambs waiting to be slaughtered, utterly incapable beyond letting out a few cries.

Lu Lin has always shown himself as a Federation-loving, cheerful young man, never once going overboard; even as the Federation’s number one, he hasn’t allowed himself, or his family, to ever overstep any bounds.

With such a person, anyone in the Federation with sense wouldn’t try to push Lu Lin away.

Of course, even if they had such an idea, they would need the strength to do so.

The power of worth is mutual; Lu Lin’s powerful strength could backfire against anyone trying to push him away, potentially causing their own demise—it simply wouldn’t be worthwhile.

Over the decades, the talent in martial artists has surged like carp crossing the river, but even the most talented has not reached a tenth of Lu Lin’s capabilities from back then.

Let alone the fact that after decades of cultivation in Longyuan World, Lu Lin’s progress must have been even more astonishing.

The relationship between the Federation and Lu Lin is one of mutual dependence; it can even be said that the Federation relies on Lu Lin more.

This disparity in strength has resulted in Lu Lin being mythologized within the Federation.

Countless young people idolize Lu Lin as their goal, their faith. There are even special Lu Lin fan clubs scattered across the Nine Major Planets inhabited by humans and every corner of the Exotic Battlefield.

In this context, although Lv Susu would usually be addressed as Senior Lv by Lu Lin, in her heart she understands the hierarchy.

Even though she indeed helped Lu Lin back then, it is by no means a reason for her to overextend the relationship.

Hearing about the Federation’s rapid development over these years, Lu Lin also felt sincerely gratified.

He feels that his efforts outside have been fruitful, necessary, and satisfying.

Lu Lin himself emerged from crossing worlds; apart from his parents, his feelings for others in the Federation were not as genuine.

But as time went by, he extended, elevated, and sublimated his love for his parents.

As they say, "If impoverished, cultivate oneself; if prosperous, aid the world." Now that Lu Lin has such abilities, helping out his hometown more is in the nature of things.

"Senior Lv, I understand now. You’ve all worked hard these years."

"I’m currently busy outside with some things, and regarding the Federation’s further development, allow me to think it over a bit more, but this might take some time."

After returning to General Mountain, Lu Lin plans to undertake some tasks, just like a regular General Mountain disciple, going down to experience training. He’s not sure whether he’ll have the time or energy to think about matters regarding the Federation.

In any case, it’s not an urgent matter at the moment, and it’d be better to enhance himself a bit more before revisiting this.

At all times, the only thing that won’t deceive you is your strength.

"Alright, you continue with your work. My understanding of the situation in Longyuan World is, after all, limited."

After Lv Susu finished speaking, she ended the communication.

Lu Lin put away the Message Conch and looked at a certain place in the Poison Swamp, showing a smile.

Hao Datong, sorry to keep you waiting.