Chapter 327: 327.Chapter 322 Earth's High Martial Era

327. Chapter 322 Earth's High Martial Era

The nine streams of golden light slowly dissipated, and the nine great cauldrons all fell back to the ground, buried deep underground, merging with this ancient land.

The heavy dark clouds finally departed, a ray of sunlight poured down from within, heralding that darkness had finally passed, bringing light and hope, the azure sky was as clear as washed silk, people had not seen such fine weather for a long time.

Before the heavenly and earthly calamity arrived, such weather was quite common, but after the disaster, it had almost become a luxury; the entire disaster era lasted half a year, yet everyone felt as if they had lived through a century.

Countless people walked out of the safe zones, running to and fro, excitedly crying and laughing.

Basking in the sunlight, everyone was immersed in the joy of surviving the catastrophe, even Hua Tiancheng was infected, his eyes bloodshot, his expression quite moved, "Finally, it's over."

The heart that the Xia leadership had been holding in suspense could now be completely let down.

At the same time, disasters in other countries also lessened, although most of the radiation force flowed toward Xia and was finally absorbed by the Immortal Ascension Cauldron, yet a small portion remained scattered outside.

Just as the leaders of various countries were at their wits' end, Xia issued a notice domestically.

For a moment, everyone became as anxious as ants on a hot pan.

If one said that foreign post-disaster reconstruction was still laying foundations, then Xia was like having opened tenfold speed, its pace unbelievably fast, changing appearance day by day.

Because of this disaster era, Xia and the Longyuan Mountain Range formed a close connection; thanks to the demon masters, the populace not only learned basic cultivation techniques, but even learned to refine elixirs, set up formations, and so on.

"As for the selection of outstanding and advanced personnel, as well as all you leading cadres, besides good governance and integrity, cultivation level is equally indispensable."

It is only said that it was the doing of the demon masters of the Longyuan Mountain Range; as to what exactly happened therein, the leaders of various countries remain unaware.

"What Xia says is true! The disaster has truly vanished!"

In the meeting room, unlike the previous worry, every face was now filled with hope and longing for the future.

"Since the coordination of disaster relief is managed by you, if everyone has no objections, then the post-disaster partial reconstruction work should still be entrusted to your hands."

Only a very few people could find their family members' remains and let them rest in peace.

The Xia populace also brimmed with hope for the future, one could say they were full of vigor, thanks to the government and the Longyuan Mountain Range; although some died, the number was not large.

They merely lost a little vitality, and with their large numbers and cultivation added to their bodies, they could recover within a few years at most, unlike other countries, which would require far more time.

Having said that, he rose, solemnly bowing to everyone, "Here, I thank you all!"

"The Cultivation Bureau is full of talent; entrusting this matter to them should be foolproof."

Although the disaster has passed, it does not mean they should abandon these, for one must know that cultivation techniques can strengthen the physique, enhance the body's immunity, and even be extremely important for the enhancement of national strength.

Such scenes are not uncommon in various countries, turning waste into treasure, utilizing waste; in the current situation of tight resources, this is the best method.

"Approved! Therefore, official talent selection must pay even more attention to personal strength; this will be the future core examination hurdle!"

Hearing the busy tone from the other end of the phone, everyone looked at each other; if it were before, regarding Xia's attitude, they would certainly have gone to demand an explanation.

"Besides, each unit's work must also incorporate cultivation level and realm into the evaluation assessment, and even into the scope of year-end bonuses."

Most people agreed; even if a few had objections, that was like trying to twist the arm against the thigh; as the meeting ended, everyone plunged into the tense reconstruction work.

They dared not provoke Xia's strength, let alone a questioning tone; even if they spoke a little louder, they feared Xia's wrath.

Due to insufficient food, everyone was sallow and thin, living a life of one meal full, the next hungry; Europeans' height and build were generally larger than Asians'.

Again, the Longyuan Mountain Range!

The old chief nodded, his eyes revealing appreciation, "What you said is very good; universal cultivation must not only be persisted in, but also continuously popularized, deeply popularized, even everyone like a dragon! Integrated into society and the people's lives, making cultivation the leading force!"

"I have no objections; Bureau Chief Hua handles affairs very conscientiously, and he is also very meticulous in character."

"This disaster has already been terrifying enough; if there is still another wave, I fear our entire nation will be utterly annihilated!"

Wanting to rebuild one's homeland, to recuperate and propagate, it is estimated to take even more time.

The old chief's words were like a strong heart needle injected into everyone, and all were invigorated.

【Dear friends, we have successfully survived the disaster; in the coming time, the government will put post-disaster reconstruction on the agenda; due to the heavy task, government departments urgently lack manpower; we hope everyone unites as one, jointly builds a beautiful new homeland, and welcomes the arrival of Earth's new era!】

"Yes, this land nurtured us; even if we must sacrifice our lives for it, we would not hesitate; if Old Li and his comrades were still here, how good that would be."

All buildings were destroyed by various means; the once prosperous cities also became ruins; global populace seemed to have returned to the old society; one could say the task is arduous.

"Great, we have made it through; I dare not imagine that there would actually be a day to see the sun again!"

However, Xia's task is also relatively arduous; to better establish a new homeland, the important leaders of Kyoto immediately held a related meeting.

And just one month after post-disaster reconstruction began, a notice from Kyoto officialdom was suddenly released, entering everyone's view and immediately causing a sensation nationwide, even globally!

The notice content is very simple, only a few lines, yet it made all humanity unable to help but indulge in reverie:

【Year 2025 AD, Lunar Year of Yisi, the 4722nd year of the Yellow Emperor's Era.】

To return to the prosperity and economy before the disaster, and even population size, one fears it will take twenty or thirty years.

"Research must not stagnate either; but while scientific progress advances, cultivation research should likewise be invested, striving to develop even more formidable elixirs, techniques, and so on."

In the ruins, several figures emerged, roughly a dozen or so; originally this safe area had several hundred people, but due to the calamity, only this few remained in the end.

The surviving populace wanted to rush into the ruins to search for their family members' corpses, but lacking tools, and some were swept away by tsunamis, making them impossible to find; or because of volcanic eruptions, only a handful of ash remained.

"Wuwuwu, if it weren't for my illness back then, you wouldn't have ventured out to seek medicine; if you were still here, that would be great; we could start anew together."

Actually, in the folk there had long been circulating rumors about the Longyuan Mountain Range; some said it was immortals, some said it was the earliest cultivators, some said it was monsters; various rumors abounded.

But now, the times are different from before.

"Moreover, the formations we learned this time can also be applied in the architectural field, strengthening various buildings, house foundations, and bridges, greatly enhancing safety."

As a former populous nation and the most prosperous city, the sight before us, eyesore and desolate, is shocking; many who survived the catastrophe are now searching the ruins for needed supplies.

However, afterward, tsunamis, earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, and various disasters occurred frequently; although many casualties occurred and buildings were partially destroyed, overall, compared to other countries' situations, Xia is indeed fortunate.

Some leaders nodded slightly, pondering: "Since the future will be the world of cultivators, this will form the worldview fabricated in novels we once saw; thus, the official law enforcement organs need even more strong individuals to join, to avoid social instability."

Therefore, they cannot achieve what Xia did, completely clearing all disasters; but the reduction of disasters has also allowed those countries hovering on the brink of life and death to catch a breath.

They do not know what the cause is; the leaders of various countries are still somewhat apprehensive, thinking this reduction in disaster is only temporary, like before, and that greater disasters will come later.

Everyone suddenly exclaimed in surprise, "Chief, what are you doing? These are precisely what we should do."

But they are equally unfortunate, for many of their relatives and friends, the most important people in their lives, did not survive this disaster.

The Xia populace already had basic cultivation techniques in their possession; those who could survive were either lucky or exceptionally skilled, having almost inexhaustible strength day and night, plus their hopes and longings for the future.

All disasters were diminishing, even disappearing in the end, although some regions were still experiencing outbreaks, but they were all thunder and little rain, and compared to before, they were hardly worth mentioning.

After the leaders of various countries were shocked, they became ecstatic, but they were not blindly following the trend, and quickly sent people down to investigate the relevant situation.

While the entire population of Daxia was enthusiastically engaged in the bustling work, people could be seen almost everywhere, day and night, and the lights on the construction sites remained on from evening until dawn.

In Dun City of Yingguo, which had previously been struck by a terrifying earthquake, countless buildings collapsed, Big Ben and the Dun Tower turned into ruins, and no trace of high-rise buildings or human civilization could be seen here, everything submerged in dust and ashes.

As for other departments, each performed its own duties, assisting the Cultivation Bureau from the side, and everyone had no objections, after all, during the heavenly and earthly catastrophe, Hua Tiancheng's work ability was evident to all.

During the disaster, many leaders were injured in the line of duty and perished, and they were all posthumously honored, but even so, the deceased would not return.

The elderly leader's eyes were filled with sorrow, and he spoke passionately:

"Our comrades who fought alongside us have not left, they have merely changed their way of being by our side; I hope everyone rallies, transforms grief into strength, and devotes themselves to building a new homeland, for only then can we be worthy of their sacrifice!"

The hearts of all national leaders were stirred by tremendous waves; what kind of figure is this demon master, capable of such terrifying disaster, saying it would cease and it did?

His power is perhaps too great, likely already beyond the realm of humanity.

After the disaster, everything lay in ruins, and all must begin anew.

"Let us quickly issue a notice too!"

"The leader is right; only when the new homeland is built will the people's lives improve, and those departed comrades will find solace!"

But these people were as thin as bamboo poles, making their eyes appear larger, their eyeballs protruding, and as they walked, it seemed as if they might fall out.

"The army is also of utmost importance; cultivation can serve as a basic assessment, which is sufficient to influence the enhancement of overall military capability."

Originally responsible for resource coordination during the disaster, Hua Tiancheng naturally took charge of post-disaster reconstruction, and the elderly leader felt at ease.

The initial joy gradually faded, replaced by a solemn and heavy atmosphere.

"How are we to deal with this now? Even if we integrate all domestic resources, we might only be able to sustain for a week."

Their clothes were also extremely tattered, like those of refugees, their hair like straw, disheveled and dirty, becoming a paradise for lice, and their bodies emitted a foul odor.

Subsequently, personnel from all sides spoke up, offering suggestions, and these opinions would eventually be compiled, then given to professionals for evaluation and planning, ultimately forming a set of workable social logic.

The elderly leader nodded, "Then regarding post-disaster reconstruction, does anyone have any opinions to share freely?"

"The disaster is finally over!"

"Because through this disaster we have seen that what technology cannot solve, cultivation can accomplish!"

The leaders of various countries held a half-believing, half-doubting attitude, originally wanting to ask a few more questions, but the other party directly hung up the phone, bluntly stating that Daxia needed to build its homeland and had no leisure to argue about these matters.

However, among these countries, Daxia was the most fortunate.

When the extreme cold of the frozen heaven and earth arrived, due to adequate preparation and the aid of elixirs and formations, it could basically be said that nothing was damaged.

"For now, these are roughly what I have thought of; if anyone has better ideas, please continue to add."

Upon saying this, the atmosphere suddenly became somewhat heavy.

Even though some people were still immersed in the pain of losing loved ones, people must always look forward, and the living must continue to live.

It is not that science is useless, but cultivation is indispensable.

The elderly leader nodded, "What you say is very reasonable; the new era has arrived, and humanity's social model indeed needs to change."

"Impossible, earlier such a mighty momentum, as if the world's end was coming, yet they said it was over and it was over."

Although the disaster has passed, leaders of various countries still have headaches, because they have too many resources destroyed, and wanting to rebuild civilization is obviously not an easy task.

This global catastrophe saw too many lives lost; after statistics from various countries, the global population was halved, and the number of people in each country was only one-third of the original, some even less than one-third!

Originally a country with several billion people, it became only several tens of millions, and those who could survive were undoubtedly fortunate.

On the Australian land, the originally vast islands were covered in scars, and the land was everywhere with deep wounds visible to the bone; although the disaster has passed, the wounds left behind are difficult to heal.

Has the disaster truly ended?!

"Mother, do you see? We have survived! If you could just hold on a few more days, that would be good."

Hua Tiancheng pondered for a moment and said: "Leader, I believe that after experiencing this heavenly and earthly catastrophe, the social model must change, and cannot remain as it was before."

Most are still able to reunite with their families; as long as relatives and friends are nearby, no matter how great the difficulty, they can all overcome it.

It is currently unknown whether there is an effect of prolonging life, but given the demon master's extraordinary divine abilities, it is likely possible, just as described in myths, where the higher the cultivation level, the more miraculous means one possesses.

Hua Tiancheng said much, and the other leading cadres, including the elderly leader, listened very attentively.

Leaders of countless countries dared not imagine, and even heard that someone fainted on the spot from excitement.

Sitting in the main seat, the elderly leader, presumably not showing joy or anger, now had a smile almost splitting to the corners of his mouth: "This time, Daxia was able to safely survive the disaster; everyone present has made an indispensable contribution!"

As for those island nations near Daxia, which originally had small populations, after this disaster, whether it was Shenzhao Guo or Bangzi Guo, the survivors numbered only tens of thousands!

But everyone shares a unified view: absolutely transcending ordinary human existence!

Upon seeing this announcement, leaders of various countries expressed disbelief and immediately contacted the Daxia foreign affairs department, wanting to obtain a definite answer.

Hua Tiancheng continued: "Now, nationwide, there is only one Cultivation Academy; this number is insufficient, we should absorb more talents and establish cultivation schools nationwide, and besides learning basic knowledge, we should also add courses such as alchemy and talisman drawing."

Upon hearing the news of the disaster's passing, the people both cried and laughed; as survivors, they were undoubtedly fortunate.

Now, having experienced so much, the people are not fools; the basic methods of cultivation, plus later alchemy and formations, including the final appearance of the Nine Provinces Immortal Cauldron, and various miraculous phenomena, they have long had guesses in their hearts.

With Daxia's announcement and the action of leading by example in building the homeland, other countries also successively issued notices, beginning to work on homeland reconstruction.

That day, the foreign affairs department's phone was almost blown up by calls from various countries; everyone reached the same conclusion as the announcement, and as for why the disaster ended, Daxia's answer was somewhat vague.

"We still have not lost much of our resources and grain due to the previous tsunami, but they are basically inedible; if this continues, not only can we not resist disasters, but we might even starve to death."

【According to the official decision of Daxia, it is formally announced that the human new era has arrived, beginning to be called the 'Postmodern Era', also known as the 'High Martial Era'!】

"Moreover, industrial society must also undergo transformation; industry cannot be discarded, as it involves the production of weapons, arms, elixirs, cultivation materials, and many other things..."

"O God, save your pitiful believers; must we really watch humanity march toward extinction with our own eyes?"

【The calendar is changed to: Year 1 of the High Martial Era!】

【This notice is issued, hoping that the vast masses of the people will be informed.】

【Another notice: With the formal arrival of the High Martial Era, humanity will embark on a radiant path toward mythology; please, the vast masses of the people, guard against arrogance and impatience, cultivate with calm minds, and silently await the Daxia official notifications on various reforms and developments, so that we may 'walk the path of cultivation hand in hand, tread the song toward heaven, and not betray the present'!】(End of Chapter)