Urban God of War: The Live-in Son-in-law-Chapter 667 - 662: To the Front Lines, Kill the Alien Race!
Zhao Gongming obviously felt somewhat embarrassed, but after pondering, he still asked, "With a formidable enemy before us, I shouldn't be taking up your time, but since it's so rare to see you return, I just have to ask."
Ye Feng smiled and cupped his fist in greeting, "Grand Sect Leader, if you have any questions, feel free to ask."
Only then did Zhao Gongming nod and say, "Here's the thing, I don't know if the Northern King has come across my disciple during your time in the Outer Battlefield, or if you've heard any news about him?"
It was then that Ye Feng came to realize; the Grand Sect Leader was inquiring about Zhang Wenyuan. However, it was odd; having ventured into the Outer Battlefield for a considerable length of time, Ye Feng had traversed almost the entirety of the Outer Battlefield, encountering both Gai Jiuyou and Mu Tian, yet he had neither seen Zhang Wenyuan nor heard any news about him.
Back when the battle for the position of Martial Academy Principal took place in the imperial capital, Zhang Wenyuan was defeated. Additionally, during his time as King of the Southern Territory, he was unable to repel the invasions of Brahma Kingdom and Ancient Yue Kingdom. It was ultimately thanks to Ye Feng that the turbulence of the Southern Territory was smoothly quelled. It was then that Zhang Wenyuan finally understood the gap between himself and Ye Feng, compelling him to enter the Outer Battlefield alone.
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Calculating the time, it had been at least half a year!
With this in mind, Ye Feng sighed and said, "To speak of it is embarrassing, but after entering the Outer Battlefield, there was so much to deal with that I actually forgot about this matter and didn't specifically seek out Brother Wen Yuan's whereabouts. Up to now, I have not seen him in the Outer Battlefield, nor have I heard any information about him."
Although in some sense Ye Feng and Zhang Wenyuan were competitors—after all, Zhang Wenyuan had a very powerful backing, and his talent was also strong, especially practicing the Technique of Five Turns, which was also an Ancient Method. Even though he was at the peak of Martial King Realm, his combat power was quite formidable.
However, Zhang Wenyuan's character was good, demonstrably open-hearted and generous, with a great spirit. Even though he was in competition with Ye Feng at the time, this did not prevent the two from being good friends, even brothers, constantly competing and spurring each other on, an undoubtedly delicate relationship.
After hearing Ye Feng's words, the Grand Sect Leader couldn't help but feel slightly startled; after all, he's grown old and lacked the willpower to abandon Martial Arts for Daoism. Besides, with the daily multitude of tedious matters requiring his attention in the Utility Pavilion, he simply couldn't enter the Outer Battlefield like those younger folks.
Truth be told, Zhao Gongming was rather envious of these spirited youths. It was precisely because of his inability to enter that he had asked Ye Feng for help, hoping the latter could find his prized closed-door disciple.
Zhuge Wuming, who stood by, noticed the dejection in Zhao Gongming and could relate. He laughed and said, "That lad Zhang Wenyuan is a person of Great Fortune. Additionally, the Cultivation Technique he practices is rather unique. In an Outer Battlefield, as long as he doesn't venture into those deadly forbidden zones, he should have no concerns for his life."
Ye Feng also nodded in consolation, "Indeed, Brother Wen Yuan is a man blessed by fate, he shouldn't encounter any trouble. The reason we haven't heard any news about him is probably because he likes to keep a low profile to avoid revealing his identity and whereabouts."
Zhao Gongming waved his hand with a wry smile and said, "It's fine, Ye Feng, you needn't feel guilty. After all, it was his own choice—whether he lives or dies is up to his own fate."
Ye Feng bowed with his fists clasped, "Grand Sect Leader, rest assured. Wen Yuan is my brother. Once the matter of the Alien Race invasion is resolved, I will mobilize my subordinates to search for him with all our might."
In reality, the three present knew all too well that there being no news of Zhang Wenyuan for such a long time in the Outer Battlefield meant either the lad had already fallen or that he had been trapped in some Forbidden Secret Realm, or, perhaps, he had gone to an Alien Space-Time. Given Zhang Wenyuan's personality, such a possibility was not out of the question.
Zhao Gongming also reciprocated with a bow, "Thank you for your concern, Northern King. However, the Great Wall of Heaven is currently urgent. You should go and integrate and conscript resources first. Reinforcing the Great Wall of Heaven is the top priority."
Ye Feng nodded, no longer speaking, and directly darted out of the Utility Pavilion.
The five hundred strong Martial King Realm and Divine Path Realm warriors organized by Zhuge Wuming were already assembled in the Martial Academy. This was the utmost force Xuanyuan Nation could present; of course, this was only the Mortal World. The Nine Great Sects of Ancient Martial Arts still had many more, not to mention the Four Great Ancient Clans.
All of the five hundred individuals were young, the youngest being a little over twenty and the oldest around forty. Upon learning that the Principal was soon to return, these five hundred strong from the Mortal World had already gathered in the Martial Arts Training Plaza of the Martial Academy.
Of course, different from other deployments, there were not many people to send them off this time. Only a few high-level members from the Martial Academy, like Second Sect Leader Shi Yehong and others, were on the rostrum, after all, the matter of the Alien Race invasion was still being circulated among the higher-ups, and common citizens, let alone students of the Martial Academy, were not yet aware.
A rainbow light shot from the horizon in the blink of an eye; before anyone could react, Ye Feng had already landed on the rostrum, his speed was simply too fast. Only after he had completely settled did Shi Yehong and the few other high-level members of the Martial Academy start to react.
Down below, the five hundred or so strong from the Mortal World immediately bowed with fists cupped and one knee to the ground and shouted, "Hail to the Principal!"
The roar pierced the sky and reached the clouds, indicating Ye Feng's status at the Martial Academy. Admittedly, it was rather embarrassing; since the founding of the Martial Academy, Ye Feng rarely made an appearance and has always been a hands-off manager, leaving the Academy under the care of the Second Sect Leader and a few elders.
However, the students of the Martial Academy always remembered the grace shown by their dean, for it was he who overcame all odds to implement free education. In the beginning, the Academy lacked resources, cultivation methods, and martial techniques, yet it was still the dean who entered the Nine Great Sects of Ancient Martial Arts thrice and scraped together resources from these Sects, even going as far as emptying out sects like the Valley of the Medicine God and the Flora Sect.
This was precisely why the Martial Academy was able to operate smoothly. Among the five hundred people present, many were part of the first batch of students. Their affection and support for the Northern Border King, the Legendary Dean, had even evolved into reverence and admiration.
"Rise and speak!" Ye Feng stood on the high platform, his body erect in the sunlight, his black robe fluttering in the wind, radiating an impressive and indescribable aura of power.
Especially after successfully cultivating two thousand and nine hundred acupoints, Ye Feng exuded an emperor-like presence. Ordinary people could hardly resist prostrating in worship upon a single glance, and the strong students present undoubtedly viewed him with even greater respect.
Ye Feng spoke loudly, "Beyond the Great Wall of Heaven, the Alien Race invades. I believe everyone present is already aware of this. I will not go into detail, but I want to tell you one thing: do not doubt that the Alien Race is strong, but they are not invincible. Over two thousand years ago, we won the battle against an Alien Race invasion, successfully keeping them out of the Great Wall of Heaven. This time will be no exception. If our ancestors could achieve it, so can we!"
"To the front lines, slay the Alien Race, protect our homes and country!" Ye Feng shouted.
"To the front lines, slay the Alien Race, protect our homes and country!"
And so, the entire plaza erupted in a thunderous roar; five hundred strong students raised their arms and shouted in unison. It was fortunate that the plaza had been sealed with formations early on; otherwise, not only the Martial Academy, but the entire imperial capital might have heard their cries, which could have caused a widespread commotion.
Ye Feng nodded in satisfaction. It had to be acknowledged that the five hundred people selected by Zhuge Wuming were quite impressive overall, and their morale had been even further boosted by this rallying speech.
Turning to Shi Yehong, Ye Feng bowed with clasped hands and said, "The Second Sect Leader and the other seniors have been managing the Martial Academy during this time; your efforts are appreciated!"
Several senior members waved their hands and said, "We have merely been handling affairs methodically from the rear; if there's talk of hard work and diligence, it is you, Dean, who has been the most toiled."
Shi Yehong couldn't help but shake his head with a sigh, "Ye Feng, among these several hundred people, the majority are the first batch of students from the Martial Academy, and also among the strongest we have. This is our core strength. It's a shame; you entrusted me with the Academy, and yet I was only able to cultivate so many."
Ye Feng immediately waved his hand, "Second Sect Leader, there is no need for self-reproach. In fact, you have done extremely well. It's just that we were short on time. I originally anticipated the Alien Race invasion to occur at least two years later, which would have given us time. The early arrival of this great battle was unexpected to everyone."
The Second Sect Leader nodded and then suddenly asked, "Regarding Qingyan, she has already come around and entered the Outer Battlefield with the daughter of the Valley of the Medicine God. Have you seen them?"
"Thanks for your concern. I have seen them, and the two ladies are safe in the Outer Battlefield," Ye Feng nodded in response.
"That's a relief. Without delay, you should set out for your mission. I've already informed them about the things to watch out for in the Outer Battlefield. We here wish for your successful return in triumph!"
"We wish you a victorious start and a triumphant return!" Several senior members of the Martial Academy clasped their hands and bowed to Ye Feng.
Ye Feng returned the gesture, then with a wave of his hand commanded, "Depart!"
Having said this, he led the five hundred strong students out of the Martial Academy and toward the Ocean Vortex Gate Teleportation Array in the Eastern Border.
In fact, Ye Feng was well aware that even within the Mortal World, there were far more than just five hundred people who had reached the Martial King Realm Level and above. For instance, several powerful families in the imperial capital had substantial strength, but these families hadn't sent out their powerful members. Although Ye Feng naturally felt anger at this, he was even more helpless, as he couldn't force them to contribute.
Of course, should the situation develop to a certain point—say, if the Great Wall of Heaven were to collapse—then it would likely become a scenario where all citizens must bear arms, and those selfish elite families could no longer preserve their own interests.
Furthermore, there were the Nine Great Sects of Ancient Martial Arts, as well as several great powers from around the world, such as the Yin-Yang Hall of the Sword Saint Palace, Snow Wolf Country, the Wizard Alliance, and the Vampire Divine Court. Ye Feng suspected they would only offer symbolic support. Although this made him angry, it wasn't something he could harshly criticize.
"I must do my best," Ye Feng sighed inwardly. At this moment, he had led the group to the Gate of Whirlpool Teleportation Array above the East Sea. Following his lead, the five hundred strong students stepped through the Gate of Whirlpool, one after another, entering the Outer Battlefield.