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"King Beize," Old Man Canghai bowed slightly.
The man before him was his direct superior and one of the seven kings of this planet—a true apex figure of the Fire Ember Civilization.
"Canghai, what is it?" King Beize asked, his voice deep and commanding.
"King Beize, the Blue Star Civilization may have produced an invincible dao bone," Old Man Canghai said gravely. "My disciples, Bei Li and Zhu Hua, both fell by his hand."
"An invincible dao bone?" King Beize narrowed his eyes.
"In the next civilization strife crossing, the Blue Star Civilization will be the cosmic civilization closest to our Fire Ember Civilization," Old Man Canghai said solemnly. "At that time, an invincible dao bone could very well determine the outcome."
"If the Blue Star Civilization surpasses us, the Fire Ember Civilization will be demoted to a 0.7-level civilization."
King Beize listened in silence.
He understood Old Man Canghai's meaning.
Although the Blue Star Civilization was classified as a 0.7-level civilization, it was more accurately a 0.79-level civilization, not far from the 0.8-level Fire Ember Civilization.
In this star region, the Blue Star Civilization posed the greatest threat to the Fire Ember Civilization.
If the Fire Ember Civilization failed to surpass the Blue Star Civilization in the next "civilization strife crossing," it would be demoted in civilization level.
A decline in civilization level would have numerous adverse consequences.
"I understand," King Beize nodded. "I will dispatch three top-tier Fallen Star-level Heavenly Prides to Ancient Star No. 7 to eliminate the person you mentioned."
"Fallen Star-level?" Old Man Canghai paused, then couldn't help but say, "This individual likely possesses an invincible dao bone. Fallen Star-level alone may not be sufficient to defeat him."
"I believe we should send geniuses of his own caliber," Old Man Canghai insisted.
"Invincible dao bones aren't so easily summoned," King Beize said calmly. "Those between the third and fifth breakthroughs are even harder to find. Sending anyone beyond that would violate the rules."
"Rest assured," King Beize smiled. "The three top-tier Heavenly Prides I'm dispatching are far stronger than Bei Li. Their individual strength rivals that of an invincible dao bone."
"The three of them combined will be more than enough to eliminate a single invincible dao bone."
"Besides," King Beize said calmly, "the Blue Star Civilization's invincible dao bones may not be as formidable in combat as ours."
"That's true," Old Man Canghai nodded.
The Blue Star Civilization was ultimately a tier below the Fire Ember Civilization.
In terms of nurturing geniuses, the Fire Ember Civilization undoubtedly held the upper hand. Old Man Canghai was confident in this.
"To ensure absolute certainty, I'll have them carry fourth-tier treasures."
"These artifacts originate from Ancient Star No. 7 and can unleash power approaching a fourth breakthrough," King Beize explained slowly. "Now, you should be at ease, right?"
"I am," Old Man Canghai's eyes lit up.
On Ancient Star No. 7, all outsiders were suppressed to the third breakthrough. However, those who originated from the ancient star itself remained unaffected by this suppression.
The treasure King Beize described was clearly exceedingly rare. Even he had never heard of such an artifact.
Soon, the communication ended.
"I hope the three top Heavenly Prides King Beize sends can avenge Bei Li," Old Man Canghai muttered, his gaze turning icy.
Though he cared about the grand scheme of civilization levels, revenge was his greater concern.
Blue Star, Donghai Province.
Outside the Extreme Sea Star System Cosmic Passage.
"Jiang Ye's signal has also disappeared," Qiu Cang said, staring at the pitch-black projection, deep in thought. "Black Blaze Ridge?"
Black Blaze Ridge was not a special region on Ancient Star No. 7.
Normally, it should have been able to receive external signals.
However,
Ancient Star No. 7 was unpredictable, and some situations defied accurate prediction.
"Black Blaze Ridge isn't far from the Extreme Sea Crust," Qiu Cang mused. "The Extreme Sea Crust is the most renowned forbidden zone on Ancient Star No. 7, and the most likely place to find the Extreme Sea Primordial Liquid."
"It's a place where heaven and earth are severed."
"Yet it's also the most top-tier opportunity zone on Ancient Star No. 7."
The Extreme Sea Primordial Liquid.
It was highly likely to be hidden within the Extreme Sea Crust.
This substance was the true top-tier opportunity on Ancient Star No. 7, offering immense benefits even to fourth breakthrough powerhouses.
Every time Ancient Star No. 7 opened, this area became the most fiercely contested battleground.
"I wonder how Jiang Ye and that girl Xiao Chen are doing."
"The opportunity within the Extreme Sea Crust matures later," Qiu Cang thought, a hint of anxiety creeping into his heart. "I hope they can reach the Extreme Sea Crust in time."
He knew all too well how crucial the Extreme Sea Primordial Liquid was to Chen Zilu.
If she failed to obtain it this time, her upcoming fifth breakthrough would be an agonizing ordeal.
"The first breakthrough tempers the bones; the second connects the stellar meridians; the third condenses the qi palace; the fourth opens the profound apertures; and the fifth refines the organs."
"Even ordinary people would experience profound pain during the fifth breakthrough."
"Let alone Xiao Chen," Qiu Cang thought with a sigh, having learned about Chen Zilu's condition.
Each time Chen Zilu cultivated, it was an excruciating ordeal.
Though she appeared accustomed to it, Qiu Cang, with his keen insight, could easily discern the torment she endured—a torment beyond human endurance.
"Old Qiu," Mo Sheng suddenly said from beside him, "I need to return immediately."
"Hmm?" Qiu Cang noticed his urgency. "Something urgent?"
"Yes."
"The Federation has reached a consensus on the civilization level of the Star Realm Sea," Mo Sheng said tersely. "I'm leaving now."
Whoosh! He transformed into a streak of Flowing Light and vanished into the distance.
"The Star Realm Sea?" Qiu Cang's eyes flickered. "If Old Mo's in such a hurry, could there be a new discovery?"
"Definitely," Huang Canglong chuckled beside him. "Old Mo never stirs unless there's profit to be made. If he's this anxious, there must be a colossal opportunity."
"Speaking of which..."
"White Dragon University should be able to secure a few entry slots for the Star Realm Sea, right?" Huang Canglong asked. "What are your plans?"
"My opinion doesn't matter," Qiu Cang replied, shaking his head.
Star Realm Sea slots?
That decision rests with Principal Bai Jing.
"Oh?"
"Are you also planning to wait until after the Ten Schools League to decide?" Huang Canglong chuckled.
"Ten Schools League?" Qiu Cang blinked slightly.
The Ten Schools League was an internal competition among the Top Ten Elite Schools, not open to the public. Therefore, its impact wasn't as widespread as the Great Stellar War or the Twenty-Five School Genius Cup. However, for students of the Top Ten schools, it was a highly significant event.
"I almost forgot about that."
"The Ten Schools League usually has some good rewards," Qiu Cang mused, stroking his chin. "I hadn't planned to register Jiang Ye for it."
"But now that I think about it, it might be worth letting him give it a try."
While the outside world buzzed with activity, a serene calm enveloped the mysterious space within Black Blaze Ridge.
Jiang Ye sat cross-legged near Chen Zilu, quietly cultivating.
Time flowed by.
In the blink of an eye, two days had passed.
Whoosh~
Chen Zilu slowly opened her eyes, her peach blossom eyes drifting toward Jiang Ye in the distance.
"This guy..."
"After two days, he hasn't said a single word," Chen Zilu muttered, glancing at Jiang Ye's handsome face and pursing her lips.
Here she was, a living, breathing person, sitting right beside him.
Yet Jiang Ye hadn't even opened his eyes, let alone spoken to her. He'd been cultivating non-stop for the past two days.
They finally had this rare moment of privacy, yet Jiang Ye seemed to be completely ignoring her.
"What a cultivation maniac," Chen Zilu thought, feeling slightly exasperated.
Suddenly, a thought struck her: "Could this guy actually think I'd kick him out if he doesn't reach the third breakthrough in three days?"
"..."
"Is he stupid?"
Chen Zilu stared at the young man sitting nearby, her delicate face tinged with frustration.
She'd only said that to get Jiang Ye to accept those black lumps.
As for achieving the third breakthrough in three days?
She knew it was impossible.
After all, Jiang Ye himself had admitted that his cultivation technique was still far from complete.
Just as Chen Zilu was lost in thought, a sudden...
Boom!
An astonishing Martial Dao Aura erupted from Jiang Ye's body. The energy surged rapidly, and in the blink of an eye, he had completely crossed the threshold of the third breakthrough!
(End of the Chapter)
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