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Su Ke finally learned the secret behind the birth of a Great Emperor on this planet, yet he felt even more confused than before.

For instance... what could allow a Saint (Stellar Rank) to suddenly break through to become a Great Emperor (Universe Rank)?

One must know that in the universe, anything capable of allowing someone to break through to the Universe Rank is unimaginably expensive!

The cost to forcibly cultivate a single Universe Rank Level 1 is enough to purchase hundreds of Universe Ranks.

Su Ke was also very curious.

He had a vague feeling that the secret within might not be as simple as just becoming a Great Emperor.

The existence of the Stone Gate might hold a deeper meaning.

However, this seemed to be the most important secret concerning the Great Emperors; every Great Emperor who emerged from behind the Stone Gate kept it a secret, and those who survived but failed to emerge as Emperors were even more ignorant. Even the descendants and disciples of the Great Emperors did not know the secrets within.

No one in the world knew how a Great Emperor was achieved.

"So, so our world has such magnificent things." Kadibus's face flushed red, appearing incredibly excited. "It truly makes one's blood boil."

Seeing Kadibus's reaction, Leon immediately said, "Saint Kadibus, you should also know that since the Great Emperor passed away thousands of years ago, the old order has ceased to exist. Various races have risen, splitting into the current situation. We Shan People are considered a major power on the continent, and our tribe possesses many high-level Saints, and even peak Saints..."

"But besides us Shan People, there are also the Sea People, Snow People, Winged People, Orcs, Stone People... and many other races in the world. Some of their strengths are not to be underestimated, and are not beneath us Shan People," Leon said solemnly. "The time for the new Stone Gate to open is near. Regardless of the faction, they will spare no cost to enter the gate, so that their own tribe may give birth to a Great Emperor to rule the world..."

"Saint Kadibus, you are also of our Shan lineage, and a high-level Saint at that. If you are willing to return to the Shan tribe, and follow our main force inside in the future, it is not impossible for you to have a chance to become a Great Emperor," Leon tempted.

Kadibus glanced at Leon. If there is such a chance to become an Emperor, don't you want it yourself? Are you really willing to give it to me?

On the surface, he showed signs of being moved, yet he hesitated, saying, "I am only an eighth-level Saint; how can I compare to those peak Saints? Even if there is such an opportunity, it wouldn't fall to us, would it?"

Leon said sternly, "Saint Kadibus, you are belittling yourself. Who says that if you aren't a peak Saint, you have no way to become an Emperor?" He lowered his voice, "Historical records show that among the Saints who entered, there were many low-level ones. This proves that the opportunity of the Stone Gate does not solely rely on strength; there are other factors. There were even seventh-level Saints who, through fortuitous encounters, became Great Emperors. You and I may not lack a chance."

He was tempting him.

Kadibus remained silent for a while, as if deep in thought. Saint Leon sat there smiling, not rushing him, while the Cat-eyed Woman and the Black-winged Man beside him exchanged glances, their expressions somewhat strange.

They were also seventh-level Saints; how could they not be tempted by the opportunity to become an Emperor? But they were of different races, not Shan People, not even mixed-blood, which made things a bit awkward.

No matter how generous the Shan People were, they wouldn't let a powerhouse who wasn't of their own tribe easily obtain the opportunity to become an Emperor.

"Fine, I can join you, but I want to know more about the intelligence regarding becoming an Emperor," Kadibus said in a deep voice.

Saint Leon did not seem surprised by Kadibus's choice and immediately smiled, "Rest assured, since we are on the same side, we certainly won't hide anything. However, Brother Kadibus, you still need to return to the Imperial Capital for a more formal confirmation and obtain the approval of our Council of Elders before we can proceed to the next step."

"Very well, I will go back with you." Kadibus had already received instructions from Su Ke and agreed without hesitation. His straightforward attitude brought an extra smile to Saint Leon's face.

In his view, this Saint Kadibus before him was not just an eighth-level Saint; his strength was likely close to those peak Saints.

Every peak Saint is a pillar of a faction!

If this were just an internal struggle among his own people, Leon certainly wouldn't want an extra powerful competitor. But this was a gladiatorial arena for all factions, and they would spare no cost; it was incredibly brutal. Every time the Stone Gate opened, it brought a storm of blood and wind in the struggle to become a Great Emperor.

The Shan tribe would also concentrate their elite forces to enter and fight for it! One more powerhouse meant one more chance.

Whichever race could produce a Great Emperor could dominate the world for one hundred thousand years! This was a full one hundred thousand years!! That was enough to drive any faction insane.

History even records that before some Great Emperors passed away, they would directly slaughter various factions to clear the obstacles for their own descendants! This was to ensure their descendants could directly become Great Emperors, passing it down generation after generation—a truly heaven-defying ambition.

This was the bloodiest era, second only to the Dark Turmoil!

Of course, if these Great Emperors' schemes succeeded, it was fine, but if they failed, the new Great Emperor would wipe them out without hesitation!

After all, the Stone Gate usually only opens thousands of years after a Great Emperor falls (Great Emperors can live for one hundred thousand years, but they usually lived for thousands of years as Saints before becoming Emperors). By that time, without the Great Emperor, a single family—even with many powerhouses—might not be able to stop the combined counterattack of other crazed factions.

Kadibus was not worried about any accidents occurring upon returning, as Su Ke's spaceship was hidden on the planet. With the speed of the ship, it could come to support them at any time.

Thus, both sides had obtained what they wanted, and everyone was happy.

City Lord Yaji, who had reported the success, also received rewards from above and was overjoyed.

Inside the spaceship.

Su Ke stroked his chin, pondering the information he had just obtained.

"Judging from Leon's words, the Stone Gate on Gulei Mountain seems to be opening soon. The opportunity for a Great Emperor is about to appear."

He couldn't help but look down at his own hands; he was still at Planetary Rank Level 2.

A Planetary Rank Level 2, even with a few Stellar Ranks in tow, how could he compete with the thousands of Stellar Ranks on Gulei Planet?

Moreover, it was unclear if the Great Emperor's opportunity was of any use to a Planetary Rank.

His strength was so weak that he dared not enter and take risks lightly; that would be irresponsible toward his own life.

"However, even if it's useless to me, I can have Lyumila, Khair, and the others go in when the time comes, and use the opportunity to explore the situation inside." Su Ke's eyes were deep. "Although there are risks, if one of them can stand out and successfully promote to Universe Rank, having an extra Universe Rank subordinate would be of huge help to me."

A Universe Rank could not be traded for even a thousand Stellar Rank Level 9s; it was enough for Su Ke to let his subordinates take the risk.

It was just a matter of how to get Lyumila and the others inside; that would depend on the situation.

Near a vast expanse of sea on the Sea Dragon Continent, the C6-Class Spaceship quietly landed on an island. The ship used optical camouflage, so as long as there wasn't too much movement, it would be undetectable from a distance. The slave guards came out to establish a defensive line and clear out some dangerous creatures nearby. Having stayed in the spaceship for so many days, and not knowing how much longer they would be staying on this planet, Su Ke and his crew also wanted to get some fresh air on the land.

Meanwhile, Kadibus's team had already followed the special envoy's party back to the Imperial Capital of the Qingze Kingdom.