Jiang Wuming entered a state of secluded cultivation from the second day of his arrival in the City of Sin.
Before going into seclusion, Jiang Wuming informed Qin Xiaozhi not to disturb him unless it was a major matter.
Although Dawson assured Jiang Wuming that his safety in the City of Sin was absolutely guaranteed, Jiang Wuming was still filled with a sense of urgency.
That urgency stemmed from both internal and external threats.
Internally, enemies led by the Roman family were coveting him—the blood debt from years ago would eventually be settled!
Externally, although the Mount Everest War ended in victory, Jiang Wuming believed that the extraterrestrial war would continue, and the extraterrestrial enemies most wanted to make an example of him!
However—
After only ten days, Jiang Wuming was awakened by Qin Xiaozhi.
Besides him, Xing Tian, Dongfang Xiaoyao, and Huangfu Weixia had also arrived.
This made Jiang Wuming very surprised: "Did something big happen?"
"The world has changed drastically."
Qin Xiaozhi forced a smile and then, before Jiang Wuming could ask further, explained, "Boss, in the ten days you were in seclusion, two major events occurred. First, although the Mount Everest War was won, extraterrestrial enemies massacred ordinary people. The incident was exposed and caused a global uproar in Dragon Country and worldwide. The War God Hall and the Dragon Country Martial Department suppressed the news and issued denials.
However, after only five days, extraterrestrial enemies descended upon various locations around the globe, massacring large numbers of ordinary people and causing immense impact.
The War God Hall and various countries held emergency meetings overnight to discuss the matter. Ultimately, they decided to publicly announce the extraterrestrial war, including its origins, development, and current situation.
After five days of reassurance, the panic among people worldwide subsided, and they began to face the extraterrestrial enemies squarely. The world ushered in a new era."
"I didn't expect this day to come so soon."
Jiang Wuming sighed softly.
Since the extraterrestrial war resumed and extraterrestrial enemies began to appear in different locations, Jiang Wuming had foreseen this day.
However, this day had arrived sooner than he had imagined.
"In just five days, how did the War God Hall and various countries eliminate people's fear?" Jiang Wuming was somewhat curious.
"Propaganda documentaries. They publicized the recently concluded Mount Everest War. Abroad, they showcased Saint Lun @ Roman's powerful fighting scenes, while Dragon Country promoted Long Qisheng's defeat of a tenth-stage Star God-level extraterrestrial enemy, followed by him instantly killing hundreds of extraterrestrial enemies. Their combat videos led secular people to believe that extraterrestrial enemies were no match for them!
In addition, Dragon Country also promoted the combat videos of the Sharp Blade Squad, focusing on Ye Feng's deeds. Ye Feng became the image ambassador for Dragon Country's extraterrestrial war," Qin Xiaozhi said.
"Damn it, we fought for our lives, especially Boss, who saved the world several times, yet they didn't mention a single word! Who is this Ye Feng? How is he qualified to be an image ambassador?!"
Xing Tian was filled with indignation and resentment.
"Xing Tian, we are no longer members of the Martial Department, so naturally, they won't promote us," Jiang Wuming replied calmly.
"Teacher Wuming, even if they don't promote us, shouldn't they promote Master Tianlong and Uncle Jiang Zhan? In the divine war twelve years ago, if Uncle Jiang Zhan hadn't beheaded a celestial god with a single saber, would we have had twelve years of peace afterward? In the second battle of the East Sea Martial Academy, the summit battle of Mount Everest, if Master Tianlong hadn't shown his might, would we have achieved victory?"
Huangfu Weixia was also indignant. She felt that the actions of both the War God Hall and the Dragon Country Martial Department were too disheartening.
"Boss, Staff Officer Li contacted me and mentioned this. He said that because the general public was too panicked, the main task was to appease them and eliminate their fear, so the propaganda combat documentaries focused on scenes of great victory. Both the divine war twelve years ago and the summit battle of Mount Everest were too tragic, so they were not publicized for now, but they will be in the future. As for Master Tianlong's battle at the East Sea Martial Academy, he himself refused to be publicized," Qin Xiaozhi added.
"Brother Zhi, in my opinion, that Long Qisheng is just seeking fame and glory, and is deliberately targeting Teacher Wuming!" Huangfu Weixia offered a different opinion.
Jiang Wuming remained silent.
"Boss, do you want me to find someone to publicize Uncle Jiang and your deeds?"
Qin Xiaozhi made a suggestion.
"No need."
Jiang Wuming shook his head.
"Boss, I know you don't care about these things, but I think if the Battle Dragon Hall is to develop and grow stronger in the future, publicity will help attract heroes from all sides to join us," Qin Xiaozhi said, sharing his thoughts and plans from the past two days to develop the Battle Dragon Hall.
"In the martial arts world, some things are widely known without publicity; in the secular world, publicizing certain things won't help in strengthening the Battle Dragon Hall,"
Jiang Wuming replied, but inwardly he knew that Qin Xiaozhi, like Xing Tian and Huangfu Weixia, felt indignant and frustrated and wanted to do something.
"Alright."
Hearing Jiang Wuming's words, Qin Xiaozhi abandoned his idea and then said, "Boss, besides the matters mentioned earlier, there are two more reasons why I woke you up."
"What?"
"Master Dawson just sent someone to inform me that a meeting will be held tonight, and you are invited to attend. The content is related to how the City of Sin will defend against extraterrestrial enemies in the future."
Qin Xiaozhi continued, "Also, over the past ten days, the brothers of the Battle Dragon Hall have all rushed to the manor from all over the world. I have settled them and made cultivation plans for them, but the brothers all expressed their desire to see you."
"Indeed, I should meet with the brothers."
Jiang Wuming nodded. Compared to Dawson's meeting, he felt it was more important to meet with the members of the Battle Dragon Hall who had rushed from all over the world.
"Boss, the brothers are already waiting for you in the training ground."
Xing Tian's indignation gradually disappeared, replaced by excitement.
He had never felt a strong sense of belonging to the Martial Department; he only followed Jiang Wuming in battle.
He truly felt a sense of belonging to the Battle Dragon Hall.
And before following Qin Xiaozhi to meet Jiang Wuming, he had patted his chest and guaranteed the members of the Battle Dragon Hall that Jiang Wuming would appear today.
"Training ground?"
Jiang Wuming was slightly taken aback, as this manor did not have a training ground.
"After the brothers arrived, I converted the golf course into a training ground," Qin Xiaozhi explained.
"I see. Wait for me in the living room, I'll change my clothes and then we'll go see the brothers together."
Jiang Wuming stood up. He had been in seclusion in the study of the villa for the past ten days, not eating or drinking, and not changing his clothes.
After Qin Xiaozhi and the others left the study, Jiang Wuming first took a cold shower in the bathroom, then went to the bedroom to change his clothes.
After doing all this, he went downstairs and, accompanied by Qin Xiaozhi and the other four, went to the golf course that had been converted into a training ground.
On the training ground, over two hundred members of the Battle Dragon Hall, having been informed by Xing Tian that Jiang Wuming was about to appear, stood in a formation, their faces filled with excitement.
Since Jiang Wuming had left the Battle Dragon Hall, they had been lurking in various bases of the Battle Dragon Hall, diligently cultivating, but also paying attention to every move of Jiang Wuming and the others.
Every time Jiang Wuming created a myth in the global martial arts world, they were all excited and proud of him!
"Boss!!"
A few minutes later, Jiang Wuming arrived at the training ground with Qin Xiaozhi and the others. The more than two hundred members of the Battle Dragon Hall excitedly greeted him, their voices echoing through the manor, as if to shatter the clouds above.
"Brothers, long time no see!"
Jiang Wuming smiled faintly.
This was the first time he appeared before all the members of the Battle Dragon Hall without wearing his skull mask.
As his words fell, his gaze swept across everyone in turn.
The more than two hundred members of the Battle Dragon Hall, wearing unified combat uniforms and carrying unified combat sabers, stood tall and straight with high morale, as if undergoing inspection.
"After the brothers arrived, I specially unified their equipment. The City of Sin happens to have a factory that produces it," Qin Xiaozhi said from the side.
"They look good."
Jiang Wuming nodded slightly, then thought for a moment and said, "Brothers, a year ago, for personal reasons, I temporarily left you and went to Dragon Country, and brought Qin Xiaozhi, Xing Tian, and Dongfang Xiaoyao to join the Dragon Country Martial Department. Now, we are back. From now on, we will continue to fight alongside you, brothers!"
"Boss, the brothers have been longing for your return day and night, and today it has finally come true!"
"Yes, Boss, during the time you were away, we did nothing but cultivate, we were bored to death!"
"Boss, you fought for the Dragon Country Martial Department through thick and thin, yet they expelled you from the Martial Department. Moreover, the War God Hall and the Dragon Country Martial Department completely omitted your deeds in the Mount Everest War propaganda film. It's too detestable!"
"Yes, in terms of combat power, Boss, you are the number one among the younger generation in the global martial arts world. In terms of meritorious service, you can leave that Ye Feng far behind. As a result, that Ye Feng became the image ambassador for Dragon Country's extraterrestrial war. Isn't that ridiculous?"
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For a time, the members of the Battle Dragon Hall spoke up, some celebrating the return and reunion of Jiang Wuming and the others, while others expressed their indignation at the treatment Jiang Wuming and the others received in the Martial Department.
"Brothers, from the moment I left the Mount Everest battlefield with Qin Xiaozhi, Xing Tian, and Dongfang Xiaoyao, I have severed all ties with the Dragon Country Martial Department and the War God Hall. I belong only to the Battle Dragon Hall.
In the past, I led you in battles in the dark world, making the Battle Dragon Hall renowned in the dark world; in the future, I will lead you to fight against extraterrestrial enemies, making the name of the Battle Dragon Hall known throughout the world!!"
A moment later, when the training ground quieted down again, the young man slowly spoke, his voice not loud but like a thunderclap, exploding in everyone's ears.
Five days ago.
The world entered a new era.
Today.
The Battle Dragon begins a new chapter!
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