Chapter 1421: Achieving the Epic

They had never harbored hopes of following Xu Yang for an entire lifetime. Even old comrades like Gulas and the Dragon Rider Legion, who had spent years alongside him, understood this clearly. Xu Yang's power far exceeded what the Yingzhou Continent could contain. He had greater missions to fulfill, and no one could selfishly keep him confined to this small world for their own benefit.

“Excellent. The three requests have been granted. All the souls of the Cloud Imperial Dynasty's ancestors have been soothed by my Moonlight and have now returned to their former caves to rest. All dangers on Treasure Mountain have been lifted, and this place will revert to its original state within the next century. Concurrently, I must extend an invitation to Sir Xu Yang from the God of Creation. It is hoped that you will reach the entrance of the Gate of Heaven within three days, following a specific method. This is simply because the continent's calamity was brought to an early end, and under the instruction of the God of Creation, I have also bestowed an early blessing upon the warriors who fought in this conflict. Therefore, on the path to the Heavens, the God of Creation has decreed that no one besides yourself, Sir, may ascend. You may bring a maximum of three companions.”

Hearing the Moon Goddess's instructions, Xu Yang was indeed somewhat bewildered. In his estimation, there shouldn't be many significant opportunities on this path to the heavens. After all, the blessing of the Moonlight was already an immense honor for these human cultivators and powerhouses; there was no need to covet any further encounters on the path to the heavens. Yet, if Yun Wangji himself had issued such a command, could there be other hidden reasons? Xu Yang was uncertain at the moment, but regarding the three companions, there was no hesitation in his mind.

Besides Xu Yang himself, Xiaohua would certainly be one of the trio. Next was Lingyao, an old companion who had followed him all the way from the greater world. How could Xu Yang possibly leave him behind? More importantly, in Xu Yang's eyes, meeting the Sword Immortal Yun Wangji on the path to the heavens would mark the conclusion of his journey on the Yingzhou Continent. Therefore, it was essential to bring these old comrades along. As for the final spot...

After a moment's consideration, Xu Yang finally decided to include Supreme Dragon Kun, meaning that all three individuals were close companions of Xu Yang from the greater world. However, unlike Lingyao and Xiaohua, it seemed all of Dragon Kun's past memories were either sealed or lost. What exactly had happened to him? Even Xu Yang could not be entirely certain. Nevertheless, in Xu Yang's opinion, this was no longer significant. Regardless of what he had become, he would always be Dragon Kun. Even if he had truly endured unique trials, Xu Yang was confident that his own power alone could help Dragon Kun recover his former self.

The Moon Goddess specifically granted Xu Yang three days, intending for this perfect lunar silhouette to remain visible over the Yingzhou Continent for that entire duration. This moon outline would undoubtedly be etched into the heart of every single being across the continent. It was as if Sword Immortal Yun Wangji, the God of Creation, had chosen three days of universal celebration to commemorate the end of the catastrophe. The immense illusory outline of the bright moon in the sky served as the Sword Immortal's ultimate commendation to this world.

After all this was done, Xu Yang and Xiaohua returned to stand before the hundreds of thousands of human powerhouses in the legion. Viewed from an aerial perspective, the scene was truly magnificent. Aside from the two or three individuals accompanying him, Xu Yang faced an immense, densely packed crowd. His seemingly unassuming physique nonetheless belonged to the undisputed leader who could effortlessly command the Yingzhou Continent's most formidable legion, displaying such remarkable poise and charisma. An assembly of such epic proportions would likely not be witnessed again for many years to come.

“Ladies and gentlemen, all banquets eventually end. This time, it was thanks to your collective effort and assistance that I was able to find the opportunity to completely quell this catastrophe across the entire Yingzhou Continent. Your contributions here are equally indispensable, and I will forever cherish the years we fought shoulder-to-shoulder.”

After Xu Yang spoke these words, the warriors before him appeared visibly emotional. They were all genuinely reluctant to bid farewell to Xu Yang, their legendary leader. Yet, each person understood deep down that no one in this world could hold onto Xu Yang's presence. He was like a legend, a deity that the common people of the Yingzhou Continent could only ever look up to. Compared to the God of Creation, Sword Immortal Yun Wangji, Xu Yang appeared as a more distinct and approachable deity to the masses.

It was no exaggeration to say that with his current influence, Xu Yang could accomplish anything across the Yingzhou Continent simply by wielding his immense charisma. If he desired to become the continent's emperor, it would take but a single word. The Cloud Imperial Dynasty would be compelled to abdicate. If he wished to be the sole deity governing the entire Yingzhou Continent, even the Sword Immortal Yun Wangji would likely be somewhat apprehensive of his power. Crucially, Xu Yang currently possessed the Seed of Life, enabling him to control the total generation of life essence on the Yingzhou Continent. This effectively meant he held the key to the continent's civilization and development. Such an influential figure would likely never be found again in the history of Yingzhou Continent, nor would there be another in the future.

“Boss, please don't speak like that. Regardless of how many millennia pass, you will forever be our sole leader, the only deity on the Yingzhou Continent whom everyone worships. As long as you are here, the legacy of the Yingzhou Continent will undoubtedly be immortal. We all understand that you are destined to return to the civilization of the greater world in the future. But even so, all the goodness you have left behind in this world will be eternally remembered by its people.”

These words were spoken by none other than the leader of the Lost Ones, an alien race. It's important to remember that the Lost Ones, being extraterrestrial beings, originally harbored considerable animosity toward Xu Yang. Furthermore, the extreme northern wilderness had once been brewing a shocking conspiracy. However, all of these plots came to naught thanks to Xu Yang's profound personal charisma. Now, the Lost Ones held significant influence across the entire Yingzhou Continent, an honor Xu Yang had, in fact, bestowed upon them.

The undisputed leaders who commanded the five great legions in this battle would, after Xu Yang and the others departed, become the new generation standing at the pinnacle of the cultivation world across the Yingzhou Continent. Xu Yang summoned these individuals before him and gave them careful instructions. This act was essentially equivalent to entrusting his influence and the power to command universal response on the Yingzhou Continent to the most exceptional prodigies of this younger generation.