Chapter 279: Reactions From Everyone
In the clear night sky over Nexara, a brilliant streak of light suddenly cut through the darkness.
The bright red glowing meteorite rushed towards the planet, ignoring any and all interferences that the World's Will set up as it was infused with the power of Xu Qianghua's parents and aunt, entering the planet's atmosphere, casting its radiant glow far and wide.
The sky lit up in golden, silver, and purple hues, drawing the eyes of everyone on the Central Continent.
The meteorite's trail glowed brightly, spreading through the sky, leaving a long-lasting memory of it as it rushed downwards without slowing down.
In Jingzhong City, cultivators stopped whatever they were doing, their gazes fixed upward. Its energy was unlike anything they had ever seen before—dense, powerful, and unstopable.
In the Empyrean Harmony Sect, disciples training in the courtyard froze mid-movement, their eyes wide with awe. "What is that?" one whispered, his voice filled with disbelief.
"I don't know, but it's beautiful," another replied, unable to look away.
"Do you think it's a blessing from the heavens?"
"Maybe. Or it might be a prelude to something or someone appearing. Either way, we need to prepare."
An elder nearby narrowed his eyes. "This is no ordinary phenomenon. That energy... it's definitely something that has come from outer space as it does not have any cultivator's breath, which means it is not some combat technique."
Outside the city, the meteorite's trail shone brightly, its energy field protecting it from any outside forces.
The gathered cultivators stared in amazement, their hearts pounding with anticipation. What would they discover once it landed? Would it bring change? Power? Perhaps even death?
But one thing was certain: after this object falls down, major changes will need top-level families or forces to stop.
And the meteorite's brilliance wasn't confined to a small area. Its light reached the furthest corners of the Central Continent, where cultivators and mortals alike paused in their tracks to marvel at the unusual sight.
Some thought it was a sign from the heavens, while others believed it marked the arrival of a great treasure. But whatever its meaning, the meteorite's impact was felt far and wide.
Inside the Xuzhong Empire's palace, a team of advisors and imperial guards were already making preparations.
"Your Majesty, we need to secure the area," an advisor advised, his voice calm and collected despite the situation's urgency.
Empress Huang Xinyi nodded, her sharp gaze fixed on the meteorite's glowing trail. "Yes, do it. But remember, no one is to touch it. I want a detailed report as soon as possible."
The advisor bowed. "Understood, Your Majesty."
"And make sure to notify me if the situation changes," She added as the advisors were leaving the room.
"Of course, Your Majesty." The advisors bowed once again as they accepted the order before leaving the room and closing the door.
She then took out her family sign token and used it to contact her husband to see what he had to say about this.
In the shadows of the Central Continent, Yan Yuehua observed the meteorite's descent with a neutral expression.
"Send a team to investigate," she ordered. "Don't interfere with its trajectory, but keep an eye on things. We need to know what this is."
"Yes, Madam."
Yan Yuehua turned to the nearest servant. "Bring me the reports from the past week."
"Right away, Madam."
Her gaze shifted back to the glowing trail. Something about this didn't feel right, but she couldn't quite put her finger on it.
Was it a sign of trouble or something else entirely? She would have to wait and see.
Far above, the meteorite continued its journey, oblivious to the scrutiny of those who watched its fall.
Even the bordering regions of the Western, Eastern, Northern, and Southern Continents caught faint glimpses of the glowing object streaking across the sky. Cultivators in those areas started guessing about what it could be.
Some even went as far as saying that this was the end of the world as the gods were angry with them, which caused the people around them to distance themselves.
Inside the Empyrean Trade Consortium Jingzhong Branch, Liu Meiying stepped onto a high balcony, her sharp eyes locking onto the streak of light. She remained calm, though a faint smile appeared on her lips.
"Looks like something new has shown up, lets see if this is a nice and easy matter or a hard and difficult matter," she murmured to herself as she went back inside.
Inside the Empyrean Harmony Sect, the sect elders and disciples gathered at the main hall, their eyes fixed on the glowing trail in the distance.
"Elders, what do you think this is?" Liu Anwei, who was sitting in the Sect Master's seat, asked.
One of the elders answered, her expression calm and composed. "Whatever it is, it's coming down at high speed, and its aura is not the same as a combat technique, so the chances of it being related to someone on this planet are highly impossible."
Another elder, whose expression was much tenser, shook her head. "It could also be a treasure from the heavens."
There was a hint of excitement in her tone, but the other elders' expressions remained skeptical.
The first elder snorted. "I doubt that. The energy signature is too controlled. There's no way this is a random occurrence."
Liu Anwei's brow furrowed. "If it's not from the heavens, then who is behind it?"
"Who knows? But we need to be careful. This could be the beginning of something dangerous."
Bai Xueyan, who was sitting next to her, kept her focus on the meteorite while talking to her mother using a secret method.
"What do you think about this mother?" She asked, already having a few guesses in her mind.
"Yeah, it's them, and it looks like that crazy nephew-con is also here," Bai Lingyun's voice could be heard in Bai Xueyan's mind.
This made the daughter roll her eyes as she already could guess who her mother was referring to.
"Looks like we will have a good show, won't we mother?" She asked, a playful smile forming on her face.