Translator: CinderTL
The Blue Star Federation had existed for centuries.
Ever since the birth of the first demigod-level powerhouse, the Great Stellar War had become Blue Star's most anticipated event.
Each Great Stellar War brought forth a multitude of Heavenly Pride, shining like countless stars in the sky.
Hence its name: the Great Stellar War.
As the next Great Stellar War drew near, media outlets across the world hyped the event, driving its popularity to new heights.
The top-tier geniuses preparing to participate were even more focused.
Zhou Family Estate.
Beneath a magnificent waterfall, a young man stood, enduring its relentless torrent.
Upon closer inspection, the waterfall wasn't composed of ordinary water but rather a peculiar fluid brimming with violent energy.
This was the Zhou Family's crucial opportunity: the Spirit Cleansing Waterfall.
Splash!
The young man emerged from the waterfall, his body covered in cracks that healed at an astonishing rate.
"Months of arduous training," he murmured, a hint of excitement in his voice. "My physical body has finally advanced, reaching the threshold of the fifth breakthrough peak."
The Spirit Cleansing Waterfall!
Its primary purpose was to aid physical breakthroughs to higher realms.
A breakthrough in physical strength, while not directly indicative of one's life level or realm, could greatly amplify one's overall power.
Boom! A formidable aura erupted from within him, causing the surrounding air to solidify.
Incredibly powerful.
Suddenly,
Whoosh~ A figure materialized in the void, clad in white robes. Though the figure emitted no discernible aura, the youth's heart trembled.
"Ancestor," the youth quickly suppressed his aura and bowed respectfully.
The newcomer was none other than the Zhou Family Patriarch, the Zhou Family's sole demigod-level expert.
"Xingkong," the Zhou Family Demigod smiled warmly. "Your physical strength has advanced again. It seems you now possess the power to rival a peak fifth breakthrough expert."
"All thanks to your guidance, Ancestor," Zhou Xingkong replied respectfully. "I dare not claim such strength."
The gap between the late-stage and peak of the fifth breakthrough realm was vast.
Zhou Xingkong's breakthrough was purely physical; his cultivation realm remained at the late-stage of the fifth breakthrough.
Before his ancestor, he maintained an exceptional humility.
"There's no need for false modesty," the Zhou Family Demigod said calmly. "I am well aware of your capabilities. This year's Great Stellar War boasts many peerless geniuses—Li Zihuang of the Li Clan, Chu Jingye of the Chu Clan, Qi Tianqian of the Qi Clan—but your strength is undoubtedly among the top five."
"Top five?" A glint flashed in Zhou Xingkong's eyes.
Though he maintained humility before his ancestor, a deep-seated pride burned within him.
A top-five finish was far from enough for him.
"Heh."
"I know you're not satisfied with that," the Zhou Family Demigod said with a smile. "That's why, for the remaining days, I'll have peak fifth breakthrough experts spar with you."
"I don't want mere parity," Zhou Xingkong replied.
"I want to truly defeat them," the Zhou Family Demigod said slowly.
"Yes," Zhou Xingkong responded immediately, his eyes burning with ambition.
The Great Stellar War would involve experts from the fourth to seventh breakthroughs. Even a genius like him faced immense pressure. But no matter what, he was determined to claim victory in this competition. Only by doing so could he make a name for himself in the upcoming civilization strife crossing, becoming the focus of attention across the world and even among various civilizations.
This was Zhou Xingkong's grand ambition.
"Also, Jiang Ye will be participating in the Great Stellar War," the Zhou Family Demigod added. "With your strength, defeating him shouldn't be difficult, but be cautious and don't underestimate him."
He still believed there must be a deeper reason why Jiang Ye had attracted the attention of the Shadow Clan Civilization.
"Rest assured, Ancestor," Zhou Xingkong said solemnly. "I will give it my all and aim to defeat him with a single strike."
He never underestimated his opponents, but his confidence remained unshaken. As the Zhou Family's sole Transcendent Aptitude holder of this generation, Zhou Xingkong's gaze had always been fixed on the other Transcendent Aptitude holders from rival families.
Jiang Ye? A primitive genius with an extraordinary innate talent.
Reaching him was already the pinnacle for his opponents. Zhou Xingkong had never truly considered Jiang Ye a rival.
The Zhou Family Demigod said little, trusting in Zhou Xingkong's strength.
"I understand," Zhou Xingkong nodded.
"Don't kill Jiang Ye," the Zhou Family Demigod murmured. "At least, don't make it too obvious."
"Understood," Zhou Xingkong replied.
The Great Stellar War was essentially a selection process for Blue Star's top-tier geniuses.
Losing even one would be a loss for Blue Star Civilization.
Therefore, killing should be avoided as much as possible.
However, casualties were inevitable in combat. If the skill gap was too great, accidentally killing an opponent would be excusable.
Even Alliance Leader Qi Tian couldn't object.
The Extraordinary Li Clan resided in a snow-covered, secluded mountain range.
Numerous palaces and mansions were built atop the snow-capped peaks, their grandeur and extraordinary aura filling the vast landscape.
Within one of these massive palaces,
a beautiful young woman in purple robes sat cross-legged, her eyes closed.
She sat motionless, emitting no life aura, appearing no different from an ordinary person.
Suddenly,
a strange vibration erupted from within her body. The tangible-seeming wave distorted the surrounding space.
Whoosh!
The purple-robed maiden's eyes snapped open, a hint of bewitching allure flashing in her gaze. "The Heavenly Maiden Heart Sutra... I've finally achieved minor mastery."
She surveyed the surrounding void, her gaze causing the scenery to shift and distort as if she were manipulating space itself.
"Zi Huang," a ethereal voice echoed, "with minor mastery of the Heavenly Maiden Heart Sutra, your current strength should be sufficient to contend for the top three spots in the Great Stellar War."
"Teacher," Li Zihuang rose and bowed respectfully to the white-robed woman before her.
This woman was not only her teacher but also the Li Clan's demigod ancestor.
Though she appeared remarkably young, she was actually over three hundred years old. Compared to the demigods of other clans, the Li Family Demigod was indeed considerably younger.
"Master, does the Heavenly Maiden Heart Sutra truly possess such immense power?" Li Zihuang asked doubtfully. "To contend for the top three with just minor mastery?"
Even she wasn't confident in securing a top-three finish in the Great Stellar War.
"Of course," the Li Family Demigod replied with a gentle smile. "The Heavenly Maiden Heart Sutra is a divine-grade technique. It allows you to manipulate illusions of all things. With minor mastery, it can unleash unimaginable divine powers."
Li Zihuang's eyes widened in astonishment.
"You haven't felt its true potential yet because before minor mastery, this technique differs little from ordinary cultivation methods."
"Its true power manifests after achieving minor mastery," the Li Family Demigod said with a smile. "At your current realm, even a sixth breakthrough expert could be ensnared by your illusions."
"Sixth breakthrough?" Li Zihuang exclaimed in surprise.
She herself was only at the late-stage of the fifth breakthrough.
"Zihuang, your soul has always been naturally strong," the Li Family Demigod said gently. "Within the Heavenly Maiden Heart Sutra, there's a technique perfectly suited for you. You must practice it diligently."
"Does Master mean the 'Heavenly Maiden Spirit Shattering'?" Li Zihuang asked, her voice tinged with confusion.
"Precisely."
"The 'Heavenly Maiden Spirit Shattering' is an exceptionally unique secret technique for attacking the sea of consciousness," the Li Family Demigod explained. "Combined with your already powerful soul and your minor mastery of the Heavenly Maiden Heart Sutra, even a sixth breakthrough expert would suffer severe mental interference."
"Focus on practicing this technique over the next few days."
"If you can advance further, you'll have a real chance at winning the All-Stars Championship," the Li Family Demigod said, her eyes filled with expectation.
"Yes, Master," Li Zihuang replied immediately.
A flicker of anticipation appeared in her eyes.
As the Li Clan's sole Transcendent Aptitude of this generation, Li Zihuang possessed her own pride. However, she was acutely aware of the formidable strength of her opponents in this year's Great Stellar War.
In the past, she had never even considered the possibility of winning the championship.
But hearing her master's words, a spark of desire ignited within her heart.
(End of the Chapter)
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