Of course, this was also closely related to the spatial core of the teleportation array.
The Void Divine Crystal (虚空神晶), being the pinnacle of spatial treasures, naturally had the ability to serve as the core and nexus of any teleportation array. It could connect to all nearby teleportation coordinates. In fact, any teleportation array could activate or deactivate its coordinates at will. However, if the array was powered by a Void Divine Crystal, it could forcibly connect to a destination even if the opposing array had been shut down, enabling a one-way transfer.
Unless the opposing teleportation array was outright destroyed, the Void Divine Crystal's power could not be blocked.
This was a strategic-level secret.
Other teleportation arrays, lacking a Void Divine Crystal, could never possess such potent capabilities. The cores of typical arrays used materials like Spatial Essence Stones or Sky's Edge Crystals—rare, but not unattainable.
Fortunately, Xuanhuang City still had reserves of such materials.
"Master Lu, I must trouble you to continue forging new teleportation arrays. Only by placing these arrays throughout the villages in this region can we truly unite the human race within a ten-thousand-mile radius. This will give us the strength to face all dangers and allow our armies to be swiftly deployed anywhere within the territory, building a complete human domain."
Having personally tested the array, Yi Tianxing was very satisfied. Given the current limits of Xuanhuang City, crafting such arrays already represented the pinnacle of what they could accomplish. Their knowledge of runes and cultivation was still in its early stages.
"Rest assured, my lord. Now that we've successfully crafted the first array, producing more will be easy. The array platforms can be resized freely. Once the second one is completed, we can use the Universal Printer to replicate them continuously. As long as materials are sufficient, we can produce as many as we want and install them in all the villages."
Master Lu spoke confidently.
Once completed, the teleportation array platform was no different from a magic artifact.It could be directly printed.This saved an immense amount of time and effort.
"Mm. Still, as useful as the Universal Printer is, we mustn't become overly reliant on it. All skills require constant practice. Only by refining, experimenting, and innovating can we grow. Items printed by the Universal Printer are of the most basic quality. To craft high-grade or supreme artifacts, we must rely on our own skills—our understanding of the laws of heaven and earth."
Yi Tianxing did not oppose the Universal Printer, but he did not advocate using it for everything.Overreliance would breed laziness and stagnation, a mindset he absolutely wanted to avoid.
He hoped that one day, Xuanhuang City would witness a flourishing of craftsmanship, with artisans capable of producing brilliant, top-tier treasures—not just mass-produced items from a factory line.
Of course, when it came to weapons of war, the Universal Printer was perfectly acceptable.
In these chaotic times, strength was everything. Everything else could be postponed.
"Understood. I'll keep that in mind," Master Lu replied, secretly growing cautious of his own mindset. He hadn't realized he was beginning to develop complacency—a truly dangerous sign. Continuous study and innovation remained the correct path; the Universal Printer was a tool, never the master.
Once the teleportation array passed testing, the crowd dispersed.
Three days later, the second teleportation platform was completed. From there, the Universal Printer was used to rapidly create more.
Without delay, troops were deployed to deliver these arrays to various villages.
Shua!!
In Xuanhuang City, brilliant silver light flickered from the massive array standing in the plaza. The runes on the platform gleamed softly. In an instant, squads of soldiers began appearing from the array—tasked with transporting platforms to the villages.
This was their first test run, crossing vast distances and returning instantly to the city.
Behind them came a stream of civilians, dressed differently, carrying distinct auras from those in Xuanhuang City. Their faces were full of curiosity and excitement.
"Incredible! So this is the legendary Xuanhuang City? This teleportation array really is magical. We traveled hundreds, even thousands of miles in an instant—like the tools of gods!"
"Amazing! We used to fear stepping outside the village, always dreading beasts and monsters. But now with teleportation arrays, there's no need to fear. We can easily go wherever we want!"
"So this is Xuanhuang City… It's huge! Such tall trees, towering buildings, so many people! It's more prosperous than any city I've ever seen!"
"I'm going to the Scripture Pavilion to learn combat techniques. But I hear we need to go to the Heaven's Registry Hall first to get an ID card before we can access any skills."
These newcomers looked around with wide eyes, amazed by everything they saw.They were guided by fellow villagers who had visited before and knew the city's systems.They registered for Heavenly Registry Cards, which served as official IDs, and were then allowed to roam, shop, and stay in the city for three days before returning home.
With the arrays now active, light continuously flickered at the teleportation platform—never ceasing.
Even with the villages strictly limiting daily visitors, the stream of arrivals was endless.
The influx of people made Xuanhuang City even more lively.
Everyone who came had to go to the Heaven's Registry Hall for ID cards.Their household information would be recorded under their original village, but their rights and status were equal to Xuanhuang City citizens.
Time passed quietly. In the blink of an eye, three more months had gone by, reaching the 7th month of the 2nd year of the Eternal Calendar.
With the teleportation network complete, travel became incredibly safe.
Each village's development entered overdrive. Infrastructure was rapidly built. Housing and food were secured. Private ownership systems were established. Village chiefs became local administrators.
According to population statistics, there were now 72 villages under Xuanhuang City.Some villages had tens of thousands, others several thousand. Combined with Xuanhuang City's own 700,000 citizens, the total human population reached 2.2 million.
A staggering number—Yet compared to the original number of humans who had arrived in this region, it was still only a fraction. Millions, even billions had arrived. Most had died to beasts, monsters, or foreign races. Many were still hiding in the wilderness, struggling to survive, surrounded by death.
One day, Yi Tianxing appeared in the City Lord's Mansion, inside the council chamber.
After Xuanhuang City was established, it was decided that a council meeting would be held every three days to discuss unresolved matters.
Today was one of those days.
All the key figures of the city were present.
Huang Chengyan said, "White Yang Village's chief, Bai Yang, has sent his son Bai Lang to request a township upgrade. They have 35,000 residents, all necessary facilities, and completed privatization. However, the promotion may trigger a disaster, and their strength may not be sufficient."
"Approve the upgrade to White Yang Town. Send Wang Dahu with 30,000 troops, and have Yang Yanping deploy 10,000 Divine Mechanized Troops for support. Advisor Wu will accompany them."
Yi Tianxing responded after brief thought.
"My lord," said Zhang Yue, "we're seeing a growing number of adventurers and rogue cultivators in the city. Many were once outlaws or men of the martial world. Though life here is better, their personalities remain fiery. So far it's only arguments, but things might escalate to brawls or grudges."
"I understand these people," said Jia Xu suddenly. "They carry the lingering air of the underworld. Their pasts have shaped them. Even in the Eternal Continent, such nature is hard to erase. However, I believe we can use this to our advantage—with the right guidance, we can turn weakness into strength."
"Oh? What do you propose, Military Advisor?" Yi Tianxing asked.
Even though he spent most of his time cultivating, Yi Tianxing kept close tabs on the city's affairs. He knew that this growing group could become a destabilizing factor. Of course, in Xuanhuang City, where everyone was a cultivator with blood and backbone, no one could bully others easily—any injustice would spark a swift backlash.