194: Chapter 194 Civilization Assessment Announced, Federation Shocked

"Brother Song."

Chairman Onni cupped his hands and called out.

"Director Song."

The group of Flying Martial Artists, including Fang Zhuo, all bowed in unison.

Just a moment ago, Anthony had been willing to risk it all to boldly question Chairman Onni, but now he cowered and bowed, "Greetings, Director Song."

The Blue Moon Federation's first Cosmic Martial Artist, and also its most powerful individual—no matter how low-key he was in his daily life, his image remained infinitely towering in the eyes of all the federation's Martial Artists!

In the face of Chairman Onni, a Cosmic Martial Artist from his own group, Anthony had dared to ask a question, but in the face of Chairman Song Shou, no matter how heavy his resentment was, he dared not be the least bit presumptuous.

Chairman Song Shou waved his hand, signaling that everyone need not stand on ceremony, then looked at Anthony and said indifferently, "What is your name?"

"R-replying to Director Song, I... I am called Anthony."

Anthony felt his legs trembling.

"Your question is a good thing. It is also good that all you Flying Martial Artists think this way; it shows that the Martial Artists of our Blue Moon Federation all possess a spirit of forging ahead."

"The future of our Blue Moon Federation's martial path will surely become even more prosperous!"

When Chairman Song Shou said this, the relief on his face turned to gravity: "However, whether our Blue Moon Federation will have a future depends on the very people you hold such resentment toward: Jiang Chen, Wang Jinhua, and Fang Zhuo."

"Is the federation facing a life-or-death crisis?"

The group of Flying Martial Artists were no fools; they were sharp-minded and all turned to look at Fang Zhuo and Wang Jinhua, who were standing side-by-side on the sidelines.

The former stood straight, his expression unchanged.

The latter's mouth curled slightly, appearing somewhat excited, clearly pleased to see this scene.

Chairman Song Shou took a step forward: "You all know that the Blue Moon Federation is not the only human civilization in the Universe; in the vast Universe, there are countless human civilizations."

"At the beginning of next April, our Blue Moon Federation will undergo a Civilization Assessment in accordance with the 'Universe Convention'."

"If we fail, we will be downgraded to a Primary Level 1 civilization. The Federation's seven stars will be acquired by a powerful being in the Universe, becoming slave planets. Everyone, including me! We will all become their slaves."

"Civilization Assessment?"

Dalton Red and Minister Wei Changqing stood facing each other, both revealing expressions that were half-realization and half-horror.

The remaining Flying Martial Artists, apart from Fang Zhuo and Wang Jinhua, such as Manager Jiang Zhou, Manager Tang Tao, and Song Xue, exchanged glances, and a low murmur of discussion arose.

"Why does such a 'Universe Convention' exist?"

"A Primary Level 1 civilization can actually be treated as merchandise by a powerful being in the Universe and bought or sold at will?"

"Even a Cosmic Martial Artist would be reduced to a slave! Then how terrifying must the strength of the powerful beings in the Universe be?"

Minister Wei Changqing was the first to steady his emotions. He looked at Chairman Song Shou and asked, "Director Song, what exactly are the rules for this Civilization Assessment?"

"The Federation will field two Flying Sky geniuses and one Cosmic Martial Artist. Each will fight against the assessing Martial Artists, and the outcome will be decided by three battles."

Chairman Song Shou's gaze swept across the canyon.

The group of Flying Martial Artists lowered their heads at this moment.

The only Transcendent Martial Artist, Anthony, turned bright red. So... the Three Great Warrior Groups had restricted the high-level civilization cultivation facilities for the sake of the Civilization Assessment.

For the sake of the entire Blue Moon Federation.

"Director Song, Chairman Chairman Onni, I'm sorry, I... I shouldn't have questioned..." Anthony was overwhelmed with shame, his voice growing quieter as he spoke.

"Since there are no more questions, you may all disperse."

Chairman Onni waved his hand.

Chairman Song Shou arrived before Wang Jinhua and Fang Zhuo and said, "What is going on? Aren't you supposed to be in special training? Why are you running over here to join in the commotion?"

"It's all him."

Wang Jinhua pointed at Fang Zhuo: "He wasn't cultivating properly, came to the Wilderness Area, bumped into this Ice Heart Spring, and got into a conflict with the Future Group. I'm just here to back him up."

Is there anyone who sells out their teammate like you... Fang Zhuo gave a light cough and said seriously, "Director Song, it's like this: my Mental Energy is currently a weak point, so I thought I'd use the pressure of actual combat in the Wilderness Area..."

"You do have some Luck on your side. It just so happens that this Ice Heart Spring has miraculous effects for improving Mental Energy. Make good use of it; the Civilization Assessment is coming up soon."

Chairman Song Shou looked at Fang Zhuo with some surprise.

Life Level is already at 59... Could his Martial Aspect truly be at a super-position level?

The two Cosmic Martial Artists did not stay long. After announcing the news of the Civilization Assessment, they successively turned into streams of light and shot into the clouds, departing.

The Flying Martial Artists of the two major groups all backed down.

By now, everyone knew that the fate of everyone in the Blue Moon Federation was tied to the four geniuses: Jiang Chen, Wang Jinhua, and Fang Zhuo.

"Fang Zhuo, this Ice Heart Spring is about to form. Before the Civilization Assessment, you must make sure to utilize it. If you have any needs regarding your cultivation later, just tell me."

Several managers from the Starry Sky Group stepped up to say.

"Thank you, managers."

Fang Zhuo thanked Manager Jiang Zhou and the others one by one.

Even from the Future Group's team, several people flew over, looked at Wang Jinhua and Fang Zhuo, and solemnly said that they could also contact them if they had any needs.

Dalton Red also swaggered over, even though his body was still crisscrossed with saber wounds, most of which had been inflicted by Fang Zhuo.

He laughed loudly: "Fang Zhuo, we got to know each other through fighting. You're a good kid. With this talent, as long as you have enough resources, I believe you will definitely be able to truly cultivate to Peak Flying Sky battle power by the time of the Civilization Assessment and win a victory for the Federation!"

"If you need anything, you can also contact me."

"Thank you."

They've certainly become quite amiable now... they weren't as unreasonable as before... it really is true that one's position determines one's stance, Fang Zhuo muttered to himself, and he also thanked Red.

Soon, the Flying Martial Artists of the two major groups shot into the sky one after another and left the canyon.

Among them, many Flying Martial Artists, out of leisure and concern, even took the initiative to patrol the perimeter of the canyon, driving away approaching exotic beasts.

"With it being like this, the pressure is actually even greater..."

Standing in the empty canyon, Fang Zhuo couldn't help but feel the burden on his shoulders had grown heavier.

After the news of the Civilization Assessment was announced, it was foreseeable that for the coming year, the gaze of the entire Federation would be focused here.

"Cultivation!"

Fang Zhuo took a deep breath, forced himself to calm down, and turned his gaze back to the Ice Heart Spring.

'Gurgle, gurgle'—the spring's eye, which had been bubbling with spring water, was now blocked by the accumulated water; the Ice Heart Spring had formed!

"Let's test the effects first."

Fang Zhuo stripped off his combat suit, revealing his robust physique, and jumped into the Ice Heart Spring wearing only his boxers.

"Hiss~ so cold!"

A needle-like pain spread across the surface of his body. Fang Zhuo hurriedly activated his Martial Aspect, Crimson Flame, guiding his Physical Body to absorb the ice-attribute source power contained within the Ice Heart Spring water.

...

Meanwhile.

Within just half an hour, the news of the Civilization Assessment spread through the Flying Martial Artists of the two major groups, spreading from one person to ten, from ten to a hundred, across the entire Federation.

Xinyue City, the Li Family.

"Aunt Zhiyi, is this news reliable?" Grandma Li Lan looked at the woman in the main seat, feeling unsettled.

The woman had a face like a yellow flower, phoenix eyes, an oval face, and skin that seemed ready to break at a touch. Her figure under her light yellow dress was graceful; she didn't look like she was over 90 years old at all.

"The news given to me by the New Moon Group's upper management cannot be false." Li Zhiyi, the head of the Li Family—once a famous Flying Family in New Moon—asked Grandma Li Lan, "Has Fang Jing come out of seclusion?"

"Not yet."

"When Fang Jing comes out, have her come see me immediately."

"Yes."

Grandma Li Lan was about to turn and leave, but was called to a stop.

"Wait, from now on, try to satisfy any requests Fang Jing has. Hasn't she been making a fuss recently about not wanting to attend her coming-of-age ceremony?"

Li Zhiyi sighed: "Tell her, she doesn't have to enter our Li Family genealogy anymore."

"Also, in two days, accompany me to visit Fang Family."