In Virtual Universe, inside Venerable Zhouguang's temple on Thunder Island.
"You're saying that Lu Yan'an, after only ten years in Chaos City, passed six levels of the Darkness Tongtian Bridge—and did so by analyzing the Law Essence?" Venerable Zhouguang, dressed in plain white robes, abruptly rose from his throne. His usually gentle eyes turned grave as he looked down at King Yinxing, who had come to report to him.
"Yes, Venerable. I saw it with my own eyes," King Yinxing replied respectfully.
King Yinxing had been the least noticeable among the King-level Immortals who had discussed the matter earlier at the Tongtian Bridge Plane. But his low profile didn't mean he was weak! In terms of actual combat strength, he was second only to the Invincible Kings present. Of course, he had another identity as well: he was a direct subordinate of Venerable Zhouguang.
"Reporting to you, Venerable: Lu Yan'an really did reach the seventh level of the Darkness Tongtian Bridge after ten years of cultivation in Chaos City. He also comprehended more than thirty Law Essences of the Origin Law of Time. It has only been thirteen years since the Genius Tournament ended."
"Here are videos of his Genius Tournament matches and his attempts at the Tongtian Bridge. Please take a look, Venerable." After sending Lu Yan'an's challenge videos to Venerable Zhouguang, King Yinxing spoke respectfully.
"Over the countless eras of the Virtual Universe Company, innumerable peerless geniuses have emerged. Many start out incredibly talented, but lack staying power, and gradually lose their claim to the title of genius. But Lu Yan'an is different!" Venerable Zhouguang sighed. "No one else of his generation has ever shone so brilliantly. His peerless talent reminds me of someone!"
"Who?" King Yinxing asked curiously.
"That dazzling genius from ten million years ago—Youhou World