Zhang Junbao and his group had already pre-booked the 'item consignment' service with the Universe Galaxy Bank in the Virtual Universe Network, and were just waiting for the Universe Galaxy Bank to 'pick up the items'.
Although consigning items incurs a 0.1% handling fee, it is an excellent way for people like Zhang Junbao, who lack their own strength and status and have no unique and secure channels to sell their treasures, to handle their valuables.
The treasures they wanted to sell were of a very high level. If they were to sell them directly within the Black Dragon Mountain Empire, it would definitely cause a huge uproar and make them the target of countless powerful figures. Even the master of the Black Dragon Mountain Empire might not possess treasures of this caliber.
Even the powerful figures of the Black Dragon Mountain Empire might not be able to afford a treasure of this caliber.
However, by selling through the Universe Galaxy Bank in various Universe Country, there will naturally be platforms suitable for these treasures, unlike the Black Dragon Mountain Starfield where they were exploited.
Immortal God are rare in the Black Dragon Mountain Empire, but they are nothing special in some powerful cosmic empires. If placed in an ancient Universe Country, they would be even less of a powerful figure.
Even Immortal God are merely stepping into the threshold of true power in the universe. The definition of power naturally differs depending on the level one occupies.
This time, they didn't intend to sell all their treasures; they only selected some of appropriate value to ensure they had enough for their cultivation over the next few decades.
After all, no one knows how much their strength will improve in ten years. For both Luo Feng and Zhang Junbao, ten years is enough time for their strength to undergo earth-shattering changes.
With enough money, Luo Feng could buy up composite metals from the universe almost without limit to enhance the Golden Horned Beast's strength. This is the terrifying aspect of the bloodline of a top-tier Starry Sky Behemoth.
While others need constant enlightenment and accumulation to improve their strength, the Golden Horned Beast can rapidly increase its strength by devouring metal, and there are no side effects.
Even Hong and Thunder God, after coming into contact with Zhang Junbao, saw their strength increase far beyond what it had been in the past few decades. Their understanding of the Law also reached a new level. Zhang Junbao could always analyze the characteristics of the Law for them from a unique perspective, making their understanding of the Law more profound.
Moreover, they are now all super-rich individuals among the Star Level in the universe. Given enough time to digest what they have gained, their strength will skyrocket at an astonishing rate.
To consign your treasures to the Universe Galaxy Bank, simply upload the information about the items you wish to consign, and the Universe Galaxy Bank will send someone to receive them.
With the Universe Galaxy Bank as a guarantor and the Virtual Universe Network monitoring the process in real time, the entire treasure handover is absolutely safe.
Zhang Junbao and his group arrived on Bailan Star again. In the spaceship's control room, the four of them looked down at the warehouse base.
In front of the warehouse stood an extremely magnificent spaceship, with the words " Universe Galaxy Bank " printed on its fuselage. The spaceship was shaped like a flying sword, resembling an enlarged sword, and the engraved patterns on its body emitted Flowing Light, making it look very dreamlike.
"As expected of the Universe Galaxy Bank, the people who run it are all wealthy tycoons, even in space. This spaceship alone is worth a fortune," Hong said.
"Wow, there are so many rich guys in the universe! But are you really not worried about them robbing us?" Thunder God asked with some concern.
They were used to robbing in the secret realm, and now they saw everyone as someone they wanted to rob. Especially this spaceship, which, just by looking at its exterior, was clearly of a high level, and the people docking inside were definitely stronger than them.
Zhang Junbao carefully observed the secret patterns on the spaceship. Since inheriting the legacy of the ' Divine Eye Marquis ', his understanding of secret patterns had improved considerably. Compared to the ' Divine Eye Marquis ', Hu Yanbo's Treasure Refining skills were simply not up to par.
According to the records left by the ' Divine Eye Marquis ', the most powerful Immortal Treasure Refining masters can even forge Heavy Treasure, while Hu Yanbo's forging of a Third Order Spiritual Force is not very good, the difference is indeed too great.
"Don't worry, this is the Universe Galaxy Bank! The spaceship in front of us is an E-class spaceship, which is priceless in itself."
Furthermore, we maintain real-time Virtual Universe Network monitoring, so if they dare to make a move, there's practically nowhere for them to hide in the entire universe!
Babata said that he had seen such treasures consigned many times before, so he was naturally not worried.
During the conversation, the spaceship hatch opened, and three men dressed in uniforms from the Universe Galaxy Bank appeared. To show respect for their 'five-star client,' they did not fly but walked directly down.
The leader was none other than a ' World Lord ', and the two accompanying him were also ' Domain Lord '.
Since Zhang Junbao and his group were involved in a very high-level transaction, they naturally needed to send out a sufficient number of people with high status.
"Sir, please hand over your goods to me." The leading World Lord said respectfully with a smile.
However, his smile seemed somewhat stiff. As the World Lord, he was a prominent figure in the entire Black Dragon Mountain Starfield, and the people he served were at least at the level of Immortal God.
But now they were faced with four little guys at the Star Level, just like how they were supposed to receive the CEO of a large corporation, but instead a few snotty-nosed brats showed up for them to receive, which made the World Lord very uncomfortable.
Even Star Level martial artist wouldn't be considered a child in front of him, a World Lord.
But as unpleasant as it was, he still had to abide by the rules of the Universe Galaxy Bank. He had to show enough respect to serve clients of this caliber, and the punishment from the Universe Galaxy Bank was something a mere World Lord could not bear.
Of the four people, Zhang Junbao was fine, but Thunder God put on a serious expression, put his hands behind his back, and nodded slightly.
This incredibly irritating action caused the World Lord opposite him to twitch slightly, but all his actions were being monitored by the bank's intelligent system, and he had to remain humble as required by the bank.
"These are the goods." Zhang Junbao mentioned a storage ring, containing the treasures he needed to consign.
"Sir, the transaction is successful. Thank you for your support of the Universe Galaxy Bank."
After confirming the goods, the World Lord bowed slightly and thanked him with a smile. The two Domain Lord behind him bowed deeply, showing great respect.
After doing all this, the World Lord left with the two of them.
Back on the spaceship, the two Domain Lord were breathing heavily, as if they had suffered a great humiliation.
"Keep smiling, our service is top-notch, and don't forget the bank is watching our performance!"
The World Lord spoke with a smile, but his clenched fist betrayed his true feelings.
Inside the warehouse, Thunder God laughed triumphantly.
Even in the universe, one cannot escape the shackles of power and money! With enough money and status, even World Lord would have to bow and pay homage to us mere Star Level beings!
"That's right, even the strongest beings in the universe are not immune to this. But our luck can't always be this good. This time we were lucky and gained a lot of wealth, but that's precisely why we should improve our strength even more."
"You can't go far by luck; only strength is the foundation for survival in the universe!" Zhang Junbao said.
Even a powerful World Lord has to bow down to power and money, the fundamental reason being that the Universe Galaxy Bank possesses absolute strength and demands that they act according to the rules.
The Universe Galaxy Bank was very efficient, and quickly transferred the funds from the consignment of the treasures into the account designated by Zhang Junbao.
The four of them did not rush back, but stayed on Bailan Star to cultivate, also in preparation for the upcoming auction of the Ganwu Universe Country.
"I've transferred 100 Hunyuan Unit to each of you; this is what we gained from this trip to the secret realm," Zhang Junbao said.
"100 Hunyuan Unit per Person!!!"
" Junbao, how could there be so many?" Luo Feng exclaimed in surprise.
Luo Feng and his companions are no longer the clueless individuals they once were; they now have a clear understanding of the approximate wealth possessed by experts at various levels.
For a typical World Lord, possessing a few Hunyuan Unit wealth is already quite impressive. If their wealth exceeds 10 Hunyuan Unit wealth, they are comparable to a poorer Immortal.
But now, Zhang Junbao transferred 100 Hunyuan Unit to each of the three of them in one transaction. Based on what they had obtained in the secret realm, they would be lucky to have one Hunyuan Unit each, let alone so many.
The only possibility is that Zhang Junbao's wealth in the secret realm far exceeded their expectations.
"It's just 100 Hunyuan Unit, nothing special. Compared to Teacher Hu Yanbo, it's just a drop in the ocean, let alone ' Divine Eye Marquis '." Zhang Junbao didn't care too much. Money was just an external thing to him; it would be best if he could convert it into strength.
Moreover, now that he holds the legacy of the ' Divine Eye Marquis,' there's no need for everyone to live a frugal life.
100 Hunyuan Unit is roughly the wealth possessed by a Top Grade Elite in a Universe Country.
"Improving our strength is the most important thing. Once our strength increases, what are a few hundred Hunyuan Unit?"
" Junbao..." Hong and Thunder God were also shocked. Even though Hong had used the Illusion Demon Tree to rob all the geniuses in the secret realm, he still couldn't imagine how much wealth 100 Hunyuan Unit would contain.
" Babata also said that even if Teacher Hu Yanbo gave up all his wealth, he still couldn't get a spot to comprehend the Initial Universe."
Now that the Genius Battle is approaching, this is the most important part. The Genius Battle is hosted by the Virtual Universe Company, with all 1008 Universe Country participating. If one achieves a certain ranking, the benefits will be unimaginable.
I'm investing, so don't let me down!
"That's true, but can we really do it without you?" Thunder God said with a wry smile. "Although you've already given us a lot of help, the geniuses in the universe are no ordinary people. Ultimately, only a limited number of geniuses can enter the Virtual Universe Company. I'm afraid we don't have a chance."
"Hahaha!" Zhang Junbao laughed, "When did the fearless Thunder God start to have worries?"
Although we are not blood relatives, Hong once told me that we would explore the universe together and protect our home when he found me!
Whoever goes first should naturally help the others, and besides, it's not a difficult thing to do.
Thunder God, you're being dramatic!
If you feel bad about it, then cultivate diligently and repay me double in the future. I'm investing one hundred Hunyuan Unit in you now, and I'm looking forward to receiving one million, or even one hundred million Hunyuan Unit in the future."
"Why don't you just rob it?!" Thunder God shouted, his eyes wide.
"Wrong! Robbery isn't that profitable! Hahahaha..."
After saying that, all four of them laughed.
Luo Feng and the other two did not refuse again. Since Zhang Junbao had given it to them, it proved that he had more.
The only way to repay Zhang Junbao is to relentlessly improve one's own strength.
"Only by arming ourselves can we prevent anyone from controlling our destiny!" Luo Feng revealed a look of madness.
The ensuing Ganwu Auction also showed them the madness of the powerful beings in the universe.
With sufficient wealth, Luo Feng successfully obtained the damaged panel he used to nurture his Moshaa Clan Clone, as well as the Yan Shen Armament, one of the Nine Great Divine Weapons.
Hong and Thunder God acquired Origin Force weapons that suited their attributes.
At the end of the auction, a spot for enlightenment in the Initial Universe was sold for a staggering 37,000 Hunyuan Unit, making them clearly realize that their wealth was truly insignificant compared to that of the powerful beings in the universe.
Realizing the gap between themselves and the strongest beings in the universe, the group cultivated even more diligently.
Spiritual practice knows no time; time flies by in the blink of an eye.
In the Virtual Universe, on Black Dragon Mountain Island, in a bar next to the Killing Field, Zhang Junbao and his three companions were drinking, one of their few moments of relaxation.
During this period, they were all in intense seclusion, and in just a few years, they had undergone tremendous changes.
"Hong, you've been in seclusion for ten months straight. How's your progress?" Zhang Junbao asked Hong, taking a sip of the fine wine in his hand.
"The domain has successfully integrated with the Law of Light," Hong said with a smile. "The life-and-death trial illusion created after enhancing the artistic conception of ' World Destruction ' is now initially complete."
The Genius Battle likely doesn't allow the use of auxiliary plant life forms, so Hong needs to create the illusion himself without the help of the Illusion Demon Tree. However, his talent in this area is extremely high; after fusing with the Law of Light, the illusion he unleashes is even more powerful than the Universe Level Illusion Demon Tree.
"Life and death are inevitable for everyone, but there is Great Terror in the face of death. Although death can unleash potential, most martial artists are powerless when faced with true death."
You only need to seize the moment he reveals an opening to kill him. Even a genius from the universe would find it difficult to withstand your life-or-death test.
"That's hard to say. The same illusion didn't work very well on Luo Feng!" Hong said, pointing at Luo Feng.
"I can't compare to Junbao. Before, when the three of us joined forces, I World Lord wanted to suppress the Golden Horned Beast's arrogance after it broke through to the Universe Level. But Junbao, with only the power of the Star Level Ninth Stage, almost destroyed the Golden Horned Beast, which had already reached the Cosmic Level Fifth Order."
"In front of him, the Golden Horned Beast's proud defense was completely useless; it was simply a giant sandbag!" Luo Feng recalled his impulsive actions and still regretted them.
Even with the three of them and the Golden Horned Beast, they were still utterly humiliated by Zhang Junbao.
"Senior Brother is a freak. Not to mention Brother Hong's illusion, even my Punishment Lightning has no effect on him."
My lightning can even injure Luo Feng's Golden Horned Beast!
"Once I enter his domain, even if he stands still, I can't get to his side. The surrounding space doesn't obey my commands at all; even the lightning bolts I strike go astray!" Thunder God said, frustrated.
Zhang Junbao chuckled, "You, who plays with lightning and the Time Law, insist on playing with space against me. Aren't you just asking for trouble?"
"But light is clearly Lower Laws of time, so why is your space so distorted too!" Thunder God couldn't understand it even after losing all his hair.
"Your lightning is already incredibly powerful. Although it can't locate me, it has already crossed the threshold of the Law of Lightning."
Zhang Junbao laughed, saying that his biggest worry was Thunder God. Back on Earth, Thunder God was number one in speed and cultivation. It was only because Hong suppressed him with his domain that Thunder God was able to claim the title of Earth's strongest person.
Both their comprehension and talent are extraordinary.
However, after coming into contact with the universe, he still couldn't grasp the mysteries of the Law, which caused him to fall behind. But since acquiring a large amount of treasure, Zhang Junbao also spent a lot of money to invite many World Lord, and even Immortal, to personally guide him, allowing Thunder God's progress to be just as rapid.
The four were chatting when suddenly a dazzling light shone from the outside, illuminating the entire Virtual Universe.
On the countless islands of the Virtual Universe, it was nighttime, and many places on the entire Black Dragon Mountain Island were dotted with lights, with some bars and other places brightly lit, just like in the past.
suddenly--
Above the night sky above Black Dragon Mountain Island, an enormous black banner with glowing edges appeared out of thin air. On this entirely black banner, characters emitting dazzling white light appeared, radiating brilliance.
" The Peak Genius Tournament in the Cosmic Humans is about to begin."
Anyone within the Star Level is welcome to apply!
"Once in ten thousand years! From the 1008 Universe Country to countless Milky Way, all the Star Level geniuses have gathered!"
"This event is jointly organized by Virtual Universe Company and all the Universe Country!"
"You're a genius? Can't find any opponents of the same level and rank? Then join the ' Peak Genius Tournament '! Here, billions of geniuses from numerous Universe Country across the universe will engage in fierce battles!"
"We've waited so long, it's finally here!" Zhang Junbao's eyes lit up. "Let's go, let's go see!"
The four walked out of the bar and looked up at the sky, where an enormous list came into view.
Zhang Junbao and his three companions watched, their hearts pounding with excitement. They had received advance notice and prepared for the Genius Battle for years; now, it was finally here!
A strong wind rises and clouds fly, the journey of geniuses is just around the corner. From this moment on, the focus of the entire universe will be on them, and geniuses will finally shine with their own light.