Chapter 857: The Great Thousand Void Crystal
As Xiao Ze gazed at the immense Great Thousand Palace, standing in the void like a primordial beast, he smiled faintly and stepped forward. He had timed his arrival perfectly.
Along the way, he encountered no other Heaven Supremes from the palace. It seemed they had all already entered.
Upon entering the Great Thousand Palace, Xiao Ze greeted the elder on duty.
"Lord Demon Slayer King, you've arrived just in time," the elder said with a cheerful smile.
"Thank you," Xiao Ze replied courteously before making his way toward the meeting hall.
He was already familiar with the layout of the Great Thousand Palace thanks to his previous visit, where Elder Lu Tong had guided him. The palace was vast, with each hall serving specific purposes.
The meeting hall he was heading to was reserved for significant Elder Council meetings.
The Meeting Hall
Because many elders were stationed at key branch locations or patrolling the vast Great Thousand World, their time was precious. To accommodate this, the palace's meeting hall operated under a unique temporal principle: ten days within the hall equaled one day outside.
This allowed for extensive discussions without wasting time.
These meetings weren't just for administrative matters; they also provided an opportunity for the Heaven Supremes to exchange cultivation resources, which were often challenging to acquire individually.
Moreover, elders could submit their gathered resources to the palace to earn contribution points, which could then be used to exchange for divine treasures or techniques.
This dual purpose ensured full attendance at such gatherings.
Xiao Ze's Arrival
Upon reaching the grand hall, Xiao Ze pressed his Demon Slayer Token against the door, activating its runes. The massive doors opened slowly, revealing an immense space suffused with powerful auras.
Each aura belonged to a figure of immense strength entities who could dominate entire continents in the Great Thousand World.
Even though these auras were restrained, they still shone like radiant suns, impossible to ignore.
Xiao Ze wasted no time stepping inside. As the doors closed behind him, the world within became isolated, where ten days inside equated to a single day outside.
His entrance immediately drew the attention of the assembled Heaven Supremes.
"Lord Demon Slayer King, it's been a while."
"Greetings, Lord Demon Slayer King."
Despite their own prestigious titles and immense power, these figures greeted Xiao Ze with respect and deference.
Their attitude wasn't solely due to Xiao Ze's position as Demon Slayer King but also because of his strength as a mid Saint Tier Heaven Supreme.
Furthermore, many were eager to exchange cultivation resources, especially pills. Xiao Ze's unparalleled mastery in alchemy made him a coveted figure.
Xiao Ze smiled warmly and returned each greeting with a polite bow.
"If any of you have pill related requests, please wait until after the council meeting," he said.
His words brought visible excitement to the Heaven Supremes, as many had been anticipating this very opportunity.
At the Round Table
At the center of the hall stood a large round table, where the elders sat as equals, without overt hierarchical distinctions. Xiao Ze took his seat beside the Grand Elder, an imposing figure with snow white hair and a commanding presence.
The Grand Elder, who had overseen many of the palace's affairs before Xiao Ze's rise, greeted him with a hearty smile.
"Lord Xiao Ze," he said warmly.
"Grand Elder," Xiao Ze replied, bowing respectfully.
After some casual conversation, the Grand Elder knocked lightly on the table to signal the start of the meeting.
"Since everyone has arrived, let us begin," he announced.
Discussions
The meeting commenced with a review of significant issues affecting the Great Thousand Palace. Various elders presented matters for discussion, and each was deliberated thoroughly.
When the discussion turned to Xiao Ze, the Grand Elder spoke up.
"The position of Demon Slayer King has been vacant for far too long. Now, with Lord Xiao Ze assuming the mantle, he has proven himself worthy in both strength and character."
"Therefore, I propose transferring the title of Grand Elder to Lord Xiao Ze."
The proposal caused a stir. Even Xiao Ze was taken aback.
The gathered Heaven Supremes turned their attention to Xiao Ze, awaiting his response.
After a moment of thought, Xiao Ze stood and addressed the council.
"Grand Elder, I greatly appreciate your trust. However, my responsibilities with the Source Realm prevent me from dedicating the necessary time to this role. It would be difficult for me to fulfill the duties of Grand Elder effectively."
He paused, then added, "Instead, I propose creating an honorary position Chief Elder above the Grand Elder. This role would allow me to assist with key decisions while remaining focused on my other commitments."
His suggestion addressed both his limitations and the council's needs.
After some deliberation, the Grand Elder and the other Heaven Supremes nodded in agreement, praising Xiao Ze's practicality.
A Special Request
Toward the end of the meeting, the Grand Elder brought up a unique request.
"Lord Xiao Ze has applied to use the Great Thousand Void Crystal. Does anyone object?"
The hall fell silent.
The Great Thousand Void Crystal was a rare resource formed from the palace's absorption of void energy. Though it was exceptionally precious, it was also incredibly challenging to refine and utilize.
Most of the Heaven Supremes present had little use for it, and many were currently seeking favors from Xiao Ze regarding alchemy. Naturally, none raised objections.
"Very well. The motion is approved," the Grand Elder declared.
Xiao Ze's eyes lit up with gratitude.
The Significance of the Void Crystal
At his current level, few resources from the palace's vast reserves could genuinely aid Xiao Ze. The Great Thousand Void Crystal, however, was one such treasure.
Although it was notoriously difficult to refine, Xiao Ze's unique methods and unparalleled mastery in cultivation and alchemy made it a valuable asset for him.
As the meeting concluded, Xiao Ze's mind buzzed with possibilities. The Void Crystal could very well be the key to pushing his strength to new heights.
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