After all, the Giant Axe Founder was a being standing at the pinnacle of Humanity, the pillar supporting the entire Humanity.
But to his surprise, the boy's surprises went far beyond that.
The creation of the Strongest Secret Technique by World Lord Level is unprecedented in Humanity history.
No, not just Humanity, but in the entire history of billions of races throughout the universe, there has never been such a thing.
The Chaos City Lord closed his eyes, recalling his youth.
At that time, he was still an ordinary person, groping his way on the path of cultivation with a sense of bewilderment.
It was his teacher, Primal Ancestor, who single-handedly brought him to where he is today.
Qin Ming's talent reminded him of the Primal Ancestor.
That invincible being who led Humanity to the pinnacle of the race, that legend who struck fear into the hearts of countless Alien Race, that regret that is still suppressed by the origin of the Primal Universe.
"Could it be that my disciple has a chance to reach the same level as his master?"
At the same time, in the Virtual Universe.
That place, accessible only to the Universe Master, is the highest council of Humanity.
In the void, several figures sat together, with a scene floating in front of them— Qin Ming's battle in the Mist Sea.
The Giant Axe Founder sat in the main seat, while Lord Peng Gong sat to his left, watching the scene with a smile, his eyes full of admiration.
He was one of the elders of the Humanity, having lived for countless years and seen countless geniuses, yet he rarely showed such an expression.
The Lord of Darkness sat on the right, along with the Lord Huang Jian and the Lord Qingdong, each silent, their eyes flickering.
The Chaos City Lord was the last to arrive.
" Chaos, your disciple has kept his abilities well hidden," Lord Peng Gong said with a chuckle, a hint of teasing in his voice.
"Back then, I asked you how that kid named Qin Ming was doing, and you just said he was alright. Is that what you call alright?"
The Chaos City Lord rarely showed a smile, "Back then, Qin Ming was just a little kid participating in the Genius Tournament."
The Lord of Darkness spoke, his voice deep and resonant. " World Lord Level creating the Strongest Secret Technique is unheard of. My nephew's talent is truly heaven-defying."
The Lord Qingdong nodded slightly. "I have carefully examined those four secret techniques. The first three are still somewhat immature, belonging to the category of perfectly normal Ultimate Secret Technique."
"But the fourth technique has already subtly surpassed the level of the Strongest Secret Technique. Even top-tier Universe Master would find it difficult to create such a secret technique." (Top-tier = 4th-tier Universe Master )
The Giant Axe Founder was silent for a moment, then slowly spoke, "His talent surpasses mine back then."
These words moved everyone slightly.
The Giant Axe Founder is currently the only human in the Universe Supreme Master. His talent is so high that he ranks among the top three in the entire history of Humanity.
He said himself, "He's better than I was back then," and everyone knows the weight of that assessment.
Lord Peng Gong chuckled and said, " Chaos, you've taken on a precious apprentice!"
Upon hearing this, the Chaos City Lord smiled; he was also proud of this disciple.
The Giant Axe Founder also spoke up, saying, " Chaos, you've taken on a fine disciple."
The Chaos City Lord was slightly taken aback; Giant Axe rarely praised people like that. He then smiled and said, " Giant Axe, that's not like you."
The Giant Axe Founder waved his hand, his gaze returning to the screen.
" World Lord Level creates the Strongest Secret Technique will at least become the Universe Master in the future; that's the bare minimum," he said slowly.
"Moreover, judging by his momentum, who knows, one day—"
He paused, his gaze becoming deep.
"Able to reach the level of the Primal Ancestor."
As soon as he finished speaking, the entire void fell silent.
Primal Ancestor.
The Primal Ancestor, the true founder of the Humanity, was an invincible being who led the Humanity from weakness to the pinnacle. He was the one who led the Humanity from an ordinary race to a top-tier race.
Countless ages ago, the Primal Ancestor challenged the origin of the Primal Universe and has been suppressed ever since.
That was a regret for Humanity.
It is a pain that will forever remain in the hearts of everyone present.
Even though his Primal Ancestor suppressed him, he single-handedly created Virtual Universe, which greatly benefited the Humanity.
The Lord of Darkness spoke slowly, his voice tinged with a hint of reminiscence: "Teacher----"
Which of the Universe Master present hadn't received guidance from the Primal Ancestor?
Although only the Chaos City Lord and the Lord of Darkness formally became his disciples, in the eyes of the others, he was their common teacher, an existence they all looked up to.
The Giant Axe Founder listened quietly without interrupting.
After a long while, once everyone had finished speaking, he slowly opened his mouth.
"If Qin Ming could truly reach the level of the Primal Ancestor— "
He paused, his gaze deep and unfathomable.
"Our Humanity will once again reach its peak."
Silence filled the void.
Everyone understood what the Giant Axe meant.
With the Primal Ancestor suppressed, although the Humanity remains the most powerful race, it no longer possesses any real deterrent power.
Although the Giant Axe Founder was powerful, he lacked the Strongest Supreme Treasure and was ultimately bound to have some reservations.
But what if another Primal Ancestor emerges—
If Qin Ming can really reach that level----
Everything changed.
Qin Ming was naturally unaware of the thoughts of the Humanity's higher-ups.
At this moment, he had already left the Fourth Outer Battlefield through the teleportation of the Demonic Cloud Vine's Divine Kingdom Teleportation.
They then traveled to the Primal Secret Realm via Divine Kingdom Teleportation.
Meanwhile, in the Virtual Universe!
Qin Ming approached the Chaos City Lord.
"Teacher."
Qin Ming bowed respectfully.
The Chaos City Lord turned around, his gaze falling on him. He looked him up and down, a hint of satisfaction flashing in his eyes.
"You came to see me, is there something you need?"
Qin Ming nodded and said seriously, "Teacher, I'm preparing to break through to the Undying."
The Chaos City Lord paused slightly, then nodded. "It's time. You've accumulated enough experience at the World Lord Realm; there's no need to continue suppressing your cultivation."
Qin Ming was silent for a moment, then slowly said, "However—my breakthrough might cause quite a stir."
"Oh?"
The Chaos City Lord looked surprised, a hint of disbelief flashing in his eyes.
He has lived for countless ages and witnessed countless geniuses break through to Undying. What kind of commotion hasn't he seen?
But his own disciple came specifically to see him, saying, "The commotion might be a bit loud."
A sense of curiosity suddenly arose in the heart of the Chaos City Lord.
Just how big of a commotion was it that would make this extraordinary disciple come all the way to give him a reminder?
However, considering the incredible things his disciple had accomplished along the way—killing King Rank while World Lord Level, fighting over two hundred King Rank single-handedly, and creating four Ultimate Secret Technique —the commotion of breaking through to Undying seemed a bit normal, didn't it?
The Chaos City Lord nodded slightly, his expression calm.
"Alright, let's go to my Thousand Treasures River Realm."
He spoke slowly, his tone carrying a hint of arrogance.
"Everything there is under my control. No matter how much noise you make, I can suppress it."
Qin Ming's eyes lit up.
The Thousand Treasure River was the Chaos City Lord's most famous Supreme Treasure and one of his strongest assets. Breaking through there was indeed the safest option.
Thank you, teacher!