In the universe, the relationship between master and disciple can sometimes surpass that of family. Many teachers treat their disciples like their own children. Over the endless years of becoming a powerful being, relatives depart one after another, leaving only disciples and friends by one's side, naturally leading to a closer bond.
"Your Highness, my junior brother ' Black Duck King ' and I have traveled together and know his character. Although Black Duck King is somewhat domineering, he has no bad intentions. This time he was just confused for a moment. Please, Your Highness, show mercy." Along the way, King Yinjiu kept talking to Zhang Junbao. When they reached the halfway point, he suddenly spoke up to plead for mercy.
Zhang Junbao glanced up at the 'sincere' King Yinjiu, a smirk playing on his lips, as if he had heard something amusing.
Ebonwood Marquis, who was following behind Zhang Junbao, immediately became nervous. King Yinjiu had suddenly pleaded for mercy. If Zhang Junbao did not handle the situation well, he might anger King Yinjiu, and if he suddenly attacked, Wumu Hou would not be able to defend himself.
Although the Virtual Universe Network provides surveillance, King Yinjiu would generally not dare to launch such a daring sneak attack. However, if pushed to the limit, it is possible that King Yinjiu would attack Zhang Junbao and then flee Human Territory.
The Youmo Universe Country borders the Zerg Territory, and given the precedent of Black Duck King and others opening doors for the Zerg to facilitate their activities, Ebonwood Marquis couldn't help but worry about this matter.
Unexpectedly, Zhang Junbao started laughing.
"It's no trouble at all. I suppose King Yinjiu and Black Duck King have been together for many years and have a deep bond as fellow disciples. It's only natural that they couldn't bear to see Black Duck King go astray and would plead for him."
Zhang Junbao laughed.
But is this deep emotion genuine, or is it hostility? That's the charm of language: the speaker doesn't speak, yet the listener understands—that's the wonder of language.
"Hahaha... Prince Zhang Junbao is indeed exceptionally intelligent and has an extraordinary demeanor. Meeting him today has truly broadened my horizons. I, Yinjiu, am not an unreasonable person, nor will I put Your Highness in a difficult position. I only hope that while Your Highness handles this matter impartially, you can also have compassion on our brotherhood and show leniency." King Yinjiu's hooked nose twitched slightly as he revealed what he considered a very 'kind' smile.
Zhang Junbao gave him a deep look. King Yinjiu seemed to emphasize the words "handle impartially." Was all this pleading for Black Duck King, or for himself?
As the Minister of the Martial Department of the Youmo Universe Country, Black Duck King wielded immense power, even commanding the obedience of his senior brother, King Yinjiu. Now that Black Duck King was in trouble, King Yinjiu had come to plead for him, seemingly without issue. However, Zhang Junbao had actually sensed King Yinjiu's true intentions.
Not all powerful figures associated with the Black Duck King wished for his safety; the King Yinjiu before them was likely one of them.
Zhang Junbao suddenly realized that some of the people who made threats in the emails he had received earlier were actually pleading for Black Duck King.
Perhaps it was to deliberately provoke Zhang Junbao, so that he would act even more ruthlessly.
After all, the Black Duck King was a disciple of the Youmo Country Lord and held a high position, so many people were bound to covet his position and benefits. Now that he was in trouble, wouldn't anyone want to take advantage of Zhang Junbao to achieve their own goals?
" Black Duck King has made many contributions to the Human Race. Perhaps he was tempted by the benefits offered by the Zerg. King Yinjiu, rest assured, I will handle this matter impartially, and I will not let a single evil person go unpunished, nor will I wrong a single good person."
Since the King Yinjiu and the Black Duck King are sworn brothers with a 'deep bond,' I will certainly investigate carefully."
King Yinjiu, having received his promise, smiled even more broadly, as if he had received a great benefit.
Zhang Junbao had no interest in the fight between his fellow disciples. He walked straight towards the palace, where a magnificent and profound aura emanated, like an endless black hole, which was terrifying.
Inside the magnificent palace, at the very center stood a throne that was eight hundred meters high. On the throne sat a middle-aged supreme expert, dressed in Black Battle Armor, with a pale face and bloodshot eyes.
"Greetings, Youmo Country Lord!" Zhang Junbao cupped his hands in a salute, as a sign of respect to the Universe Venerable. As for bowing or even prostrating himself in worship, even Venerable Guiyi was not qualified for that, let alone this so-called Youmo Country Lord.
Even when facing the Shi Huo Venerable, Zhang Junbao didn't show much respect, let alone since the Youmo Country Lord had a favor to ask.
On the throne, the middle-aged Youmo Country Lord had a somewhat gloomy expression. As the Universe Country Lord, even if he concealed his aura, the pressure he naturally exuded was enough to intimidate ordinary Immortal God.
But Zhang Junbao didn't even flinch in the face of his imposing presence.
"I am Youmo, one of the rulers of the 1008 Universe Country of Humanity. I have expanded the territory of the Human Race in the universe and made countless contributions in battle."
Do you know this?
"The Youmo Country Lord asked in a cold voice."
Zhang Junbao looked up and saw that the Youmo Country Lord had invited him to a banquet. However, the current situation was clearly meant to make him see the bigger picture. As for the banquet, it would probably only happen after Zhang Junbao submitted.
One of the Universe Country Lord? So what?
The Ganwu Country Lord is one of the Universe Country Lord, yet he's currently in a sorry state, borrowing money everywhere. Could it be that the Youmo Universe Country Lord is also trying to borrow money from him when he tells him these things?
Therefore, when the Youmo Universe Country claimed to be the ancient Universe Country Lord, Zhang Junbao felt no respect whatsoever; in fact, he almost laughed.
" Venerable, you may speak frankly. As for Venerable name, I have never heard Senior Brother Gui Yi or the others mention it before. Please forgive my ignorance."
Seeing that the Youmo Country Lord maintained his 800-meter height and looked down at him like an ant from an unparalleled god, Zhang Junbao did not stand on ceremony. He took out a chair from his World Ring and sat down directly.
Zhang Junbao sighed inwardly. These Universe Venerable all liked to talk about seniority and use their power to intimidate others. It was as if he was not qualified to communicate with them if he had not created a Universe Country.
Zhang Junbao simply stopped pretending and brought up Venerable Guiyi, who, in terms of Venerable Guiyi, was superior to many Universe Country Lord.
With such a senior brother around, Zhang Junbao naturally wouldn't let him go to waste.
The Youmo Country Lord watched Zhang Junbao's actions, his nostrils flaring as he exhaled. "I am the teacher of the Black Duck King. He is King-level Immortal of my Virtual Universe Company, who has made great contributions to the company and to the Human Race."
He once fought on Outer Domain Battlefield, killing hundreds of Immortal Alien Race and accumulating hundreds of billions of military merits.
This incident was not his intention. Even if he failed in managing his subordinates, he had absolutely no intention of betraying Human Race.
Zhang Junbao remained silent, staring intently at the Youmo Country Lord, trying to discern what reason he would use to convince him.
The Youmo Country Lord was somewhat annoyed to see that Zhang Junbao remained unmoved. Normally, a World Lord wouldn't even have the right to see him, and even if he did, he would have to prostrate himself and kneel in obeisance. How could Zhang Junbao do this, without being offered a seat, but instead directly taking out a throne and sitting opposite him, the dignified Universe Country Lord?
However, the Youmo Country Lord also knew that Zhang Junbao was qualified. His identity as a disciple of the Chaos City Lord, as well as the rumor that he had an extraordinary relationship with the newly Human Race Universe Master, the Demon Lord Luan Shen, were all forces behind Zhang Junbao that could not be ignored.
"This ' Blood Dragon Cup ' is a Soul Attack treasure that can release nine blood dragons to devour the divine bodies of Immortal God. Its value exceeds 50 billion Hunyuan Unit."
Consider this an apology on behalf of my disciple, the Black Duck King. What do you think?
A huge goblet-shaped treasure appeared in the hands of the Youmo Country Lord, with nine blood-red dragons coiling around its body. Just staring at it gave one the feeling of one's Spiritual Force being subtly devoured.
"When coercion failed, they resorted to bribery?"
"Whether Black Duck King has rendered any merit or committed any wrongdoing is none of my business." A tea set appeared beside Zhang Junbao, who poured himself a cup and gave one to Ebonwood Marquis, then began to sip the tea.
" The Youmo Country Lord invited me to a banquet, but so far I have to bring my own tea. Such hospitality is truly appalling."
"I have a course on cultivating one's mind on Earth. If the Youmo Country Lord is interested, he can sign up the Black Duck King and properly cultivate his mind."
The Shi Huo Venerable of the Giant Axe Arena purchased a spot for his son, Yanzhu King. The price wasn't too high; it was just a Advanced Heavy Treasure. Presumably, with the strength of the Youmo Country Lord, he wouldn't care about such a small amount of money.
Of course, this is all predicated on the Black Duck King surviving this trial.
"What?! Advanced Heavy Treasure for soul defense! Shi Huo Venerable gone mad?"
Upon hearing Zhang Junbao's offer, the Youmo Country Lord was immediately shocked.
Since when has a Advanced Heavy Treasure been considered cheap?
Using a Advanced Heavy Treasure to buy a cultivation spot on Earth is such an extravagant thing that probably only Universe Venerable like Shi Huo Venerable could do.
Although the Youmo Country Lord is Universe Country Lord, in terms of status, position, and strength, he is far inferior to Shi Huo Venerable. Shi Huo Venerable is the grand-disciple of the strongest Human Race, the Giant Axe Founder, and is himself a super genius with extremely high talent. Although his strength has not reached the level of Universe Overlord, it is still far beyond the reach of ordinary Universe Venerable.
In comparison, the Youmo Country Lord is much poorer. He doesn't even possess Advanced Heavy Treasure. Not every Universe Venerable can possess Supreme Treasure. Even a Advanced Heavy Treasure is extremely important to Universe Venerable level expert.
The Youmo Country Lord would never pay such a precious price for his disciple.
As for his " Blood Dragon Cup," worth 50 billion Hunyuan Unit, he was now too ashamed to even show it off.
Compared to Advanced Heavy Treasure of soul defense, a mere 50 billion Hunyuan Unit are nothing at all.
While Zhang Junbao was talking to the Youmo Country Lord, Ebonwood Marquis was already sweating profusely with fear. He regretted coming along; if Zhang Junbao's attitude angered the Youmo Country Lord, a single blow would kill him as well.
Therefore, even the cup of tea that Zhang Junbao poured for him, Ebonwood Marquis didn't dare to drink. He was afraid that if the Youmo Country Lord Youmo Country Lord n't do anything about Zhang Junbao, he would take his anger out on him.
"Your Highness Zhang Junbao, you're incredibly audacious! This is Universe Venerable! Moreover, he's one of the greatest Universe Country Lord of the Human Race since ancient times, a being who established his own Universe Country!"
"It is rumored that His Highness Zhang Junbao, with the strength of Domain Lord Level, faced off against Shi Huo Venerable for the sake of his hometown. Now it seems that this rumor is probably true."
The mental fortitude of this super genius who opened up the Illusion Sea at the Domain Lord Level is far beyond my imagination.
Such a domineering genius, if he were to grow up, would surely become a great and powerful figure for our Human Race, deterring Alien Race.
Ebonwood Marquis looked at Zhang Junbao, his heart filled with complex emotions. On one hand, he was impressed by Zhang Junbao's domineering presence. Facing the Universe Country Lord, Ebonwood Marquis would never have dared to speak like that. The Universe Country Lord's imposing aura alone was enough to make him tremble with fear.
However, Zhang Junbao showed no fear whatsoever, as if he were conversing with a powerhouse of equal strength.
This heroic ambition to face the strong reminded Ebonwood Marquis of his own arrogance and confidence as a genius World Lord before he achieved Immortal.
On the other hand, he wanted to persuade Zhang Junbao not to continue courting death and angering the Youmo Country Lord.
The thrill and tension of dancing on the edge of a cliff was something that Ebonwood Marquis both loved and hated.
Zhang Junbao stood up, put away his throne, and said in a low voice, "Since the Youmo Country Lord doesn't intend to entertain me, then I won't make a fool of myself."
"I have an important trial to attend to tomorrow, Zhang Junbao takes his leave!"
After saying that, he turned and left.
Ebonwood Marquis snapped out of his daze, hurriedly apologized to the Youmo Country Lord, and left with Zhang Junbao.
The Youmo Country Lord stared intently at Zhang Junbao's retreating figure, his eyes twitching, but he remained silent for a long time.
Zhang Junbao left the palace without using the Youmo Country Lord's spaceship for a ride. Instead, he had Feitian retrieve the Void Whale Spaceship and take Ebonwood Marquis to the Virtual Universe Company's branch.
"Master, he's a Venerable after all!" Feitian pouted. "If you embarrass him like this, he might cause you trouble later."
"He's just a Universe Venerable. He's too ashamed to ask for favors!" Zhang Junbao shook his head and said, "These ancient Universe Country Lord have indeed made great contributions to the Human Race, but that doesn't mean they can do whatever they want."
Within the rules of the Virtual Universe Company, he wouldn't dare touch me, and I have nothing to fear from him. But if he dares to make trouble outside the rules, then don't blame me for being ruthless!
"Heh heh, Master is so domineering, I don't like him either. He deliberately made his divine body so big, trying to intimidate others and treat Master like an ant. But when Master grows up, he'll beat him until he begs for mercy!"
"They are all Venerable from the Virtual Universe Company, so there's no need for a fight. However, if I were to inherit the Virtual Universe Company one day, I would certainly expand its territory, and the Universe Country Lord would need to be replaced."
Zhang Junbao chatted idly with Feitian, which terrified Ebonwood Marquis inside the spaceship. Wumu Hou could only hide quietly to the side, completely losing the imposing manner he had when he first met Zhang Junbao.
" The Black Duck King's teacher, the Youmo Country Lord, has already appeared, but there's still no news about his other two teachers who have been granted the King-level Immortal. Are they planning to unleash their power again at tomorrow's trial?"
"Although the Virtual Universe Company is mainly based on the lineage of the Original Ancestor, each of these Universe Country Lord and Universe Venerable is extremely ancient and has a great deal of influence behind them."
The 1008 Universe Country Lord even seem to be planning to establish their own fiefdoms. Could it be that the Chaos City Lord wants to use this opportunity to give these Universe Venerable a good talking-to?
"The evidence against the three giants of the Youmo Universe Country is complete. Although they did not directly communicate with the Alien Race, they cooperated tacitly in private. They even let the Zerg Mother Emperor in. I don't believe they were really unaware."
Human Race's defenses may seem impregnable, but they are actually riddled with holes!
The Chaos City Lord had his own intentions in setting up this mission. Simply having Zhang Junbao judge a few King-level Immortal was not important; what mattered was to send a warning to the forces behind them.
Human Race highly value those who have rendered meritorious service and grant them considerable authority. However, this authority has its limits: it extends to Alien Race!
Anyone found to have colluded with Alien Race, regardless of the extent of the impact, will be severely punished!
Back on Tiandu Star, Zhang Junbao cultivated for a night. The next day, Feitian reminded him, "Master, the envoys from the Virtual Universe Company Headquarters have arrived, escorting the three giants."
Let's go!