On the arena, the phantom images of 100,000 Light Sword appeared.
Ling Yu's purple aura blocked all the illusory Light Sword as she took a step forward.
" Tiger's Roar!"
Accompanied by the roar of a wild beast, a colossal Beast God Phantom appeared.
"Boom boom boom!!"
Opposite him, a man wielding Light Sword spat out a mouthful of blood, and then his figure vanished.
"This Ling Yu truly lives up to his reputation as the personal disciple of the Chaos City Lord. How long has it been? Less than 20,000 years, yet he has already defeated Light Sword."
"Both the Bone Blade and the Light Sword are close to the level of the 16th level of the Heavenly Bridge. Although Ling Yu hasn't attempted the Ten Thousand Universes Heavenly Bridge for a long time, passing the 16th level shouldn't be a big problem for him."
"Indeed impressive... Ling Yu was probably the first disciple that Spirit Charm King took as his apprentice."
Everyone looked at Spirit Charm King standing to the side.
"Hehe... No, before me, Ling Yu had already become a disciple of Grandmaster Qingshan... It was under Grandmaster Qingshan's guidance that Ling Yu had the opportunity to become the champion of that year's Genius Battle."
Spirit Charm King smiled, looked towards the teleportation portal, and said softly, "Is that right, Grandmaster Qingshan?"
Everyone looked over.
They spotted Lu Qingshan standing there, dressed in a blue robe.
" Grandmaster Qingshan, it's been a long time..."
" Grandmaster Qingshan, why didn't you participate in this Qualification Battle? I was really looking forward to seeing how you would teach these little brats a lesson."
"Heh... I've already broken through to the Immortal Realm, so I'm no longer qualified to participate."
Lu Qingshan walked over and casually found a seat.
" Grandmaster Qingshan, when did you break through to the Immortal?"
The Bloodthirsty King was somewhat curious.
"Just recently, I think."
Lu Qingshan answered with a smile.
"It seems that Grandmaster Qingshan never intended to participate in this Qualification Battle, which is why he broke through to the Immortal God realm ahead of time. Now, Grandmaster Qingshan can truly be considered King Rank- level Grandmaster."
" Grandmaster Qingshan was able to kill a high-ranking Alien Race when he was at the High King World Lord Level, so his strength is probably at least at the Pinnacle King Rank now."
Listening to the discussions of the crowd.
True Yan King also showed a hint of interest and said, " Grandmaster Qingshan, how about we have a match sometime?"
"No problem."
Lu Qingshan did not refuse.
True Yan King: "Alright, let's set a time, in the Virtual Universe will do. I haven't stretched my muscles in ages, they're practically rusty. Grandmaster Qingshan, you just broke through, haven't you built your residence in Thunder Mountain yet? How about it next to me? There just happens to be an empty space next to me."
"Okay, no problem."
Lu Qingshan smiled and agreed.
The other King Rank, though somewhat surprised, didn't say anything. While it's true that Immortal God can build mansions at the foot of Thunder Mountain, there are certain unspoken rules.
For example, the stronger King Rank is, the closer they are to Thunder Mountain. Those who Marquis or Army Lord are all in remote places, almost all on the outskirts of Thunder Island.
The place where True Yan King resides is almost right next to the Thunder Mountain. Only powerful individuals at the Peak King are qualified to build a residence there. Clearly, True Yan King acknowledges that Lu Qingshan possesses such strength.
The others naturally had no objections. Even if Lu Qingshan was not as good as them now, his potential was far beyond what they could compare to. He had the opportunity to become a powerful being like Universe Venerable in the future, so naturally no one would stand up and raise any objections.
Lu Qingshan chatted with the others for a few minutes, then sat down to watch the game attentively.
Ling Yu's duel has just ended.
Next up was Wu Man.
His opponent was a bald man with pure white wings.
King Anju, standing to the side, said, "That's August, ranked in the top three in strength. Wu Man definitely has no chance."
" August, is that the genius who successfully crossed the 16th and 17th levels of the Heavenly Bridge?"
Lu Qingshan had a vague recollection of it.
"It's him, but his current strength is probably close to the 18th level of the Heavenly Bridge. I've started a betting pool, ranking him third... Grandmaster Qingshan, are you interested in placing a bet?"
Is it still possible now?
"Of course, others wouldn't allow it, but since Grandmaster Qingshan just arrived, it doesn't matter." King Anju chuckled.
"I'd better not. I don't know the others very well, and I joined halfway through anyway, so I'm not going to get involved."
"Alright, it's just for fun anyway." King Anju didn't insist.
The duel between the two has begun.
"Brother August, go easy on me..." Wu Man said, taking out a War Blade.
"Um."
August nodded, then took out a long stick.
The result was as expected; the battle lasted less than a minute before Wu Man was instantly killed with a single blow.
August had deliberately held back, exchanging a few blows with him.
"This August is not bad. I sparred with him for a few moves, and then killed him instantly with the last move, without much pain."
Lu Qingshan nodded and then watched the other people's matches.
The Primal Secret Region Member at the World Lord Level can be said to be the pinnacle of geniuses of the Human Race in a certain period. Each of them possesses extraordinary strength and countless unique moves that dazzle the eye. Some of their secret techniques are even difficult for Lu Qingshan to understand.
In particular, the battle between Starlight and Mordor.
Even without Immortal Divine Body, both possessed the strength to slay Marquis Immortal God, making their battle incredibly exciting.
Many people were amazed.
In the end, Mordor proved to be the superior fighter, tearing Starlight's body apart with a single claw like a wild beast, and securing victory.
Golden Sword's performance was equally impressive; thousands of years of battles on the Outer Domain Battlefield had greatly helped him grow.
Although he still had that flamboyant look, dressed in a white robe and carrying Golden Sword, he was incredibly serious during battle, without making the slightest mistake.
In that battle, he defeated a genius who had been cultivating on the 15th floor for a long time.
Three months later.
The qualifying World Lord Qualification Tournament have concluded.
As expected, Wu Man was among the bottom ten and would face the challenge of the strongest being in the Primordial Secret Realm. As for Ling Yu and Golden Sword Jian, they remained in the Primal Secret Region.
Three into two... This left many people in awe.
Based on past experience, geniuses who break through from the Primal Secret Region at the Domain Lord Level rarely survive the first qualifying round.
Ling Yu and Golden Sword, however, defied this common sense.
" Grandmaster Qingshan, Ling Yu and Golden Sword are both your disciples, aren't they?"
King Long Yu Longyu asked with a smile.
"Hmm." Lu Qingshan glanced at the two of them and smiled. "They did perform quite well."
"The two of them, one specializing in the Time Law and the other in the Law of Space, are both disciples of Grandmaster Qingshan, and they've both stayed in the Primal Secret Region at the same time. It's truly astonishing."
"Hahaha." True Yan King laughed a few times, "What's so surprising about that? Have you forgotten the title of Grandmaster Qingshan? Myriad Laws King! Naturally, he knows everything and can do everything."
The elimination rounds in the Primal Secret Region have ended, while the selection rounds in the Primordial Secret Realm are still underway.
Some of the grandmasters King Rank switched the scene.
Some others who weren't interested in the geniuses of the Primordial Secret Realm left the viewing plane.
Lu Qingshan was on his way and, having nothing else to do, naturally watched the battle.
King Anju, who was standing nearby, did not leave either.
The two chatted from time to time.
" King Anju, do you still remember the Time Origin Orb you sold me back then? I don't recall it being a set."
"Yes, the Time Origin Orb. I sold a few when I was short of money."
King Anju was somewhat surprised, wondering why Lu Qingshan asked this.
" King Anju, I would like to ask you to help me retrieve the remaining Time Origin Orb. I can buy them back at ten times the price..."
"Um... Grandmaster Qingshan, even if those pearls are in a set, their power is only average, and their effect is not significant. I have studied them for countless years, but I haven't discovered any secrets."
"Hehe, I just like it. Can you try to get it back for me? If not, tell me who you sold it to, and I'll see if I can negotiate with them myself."
Lu Qingshan smiled but didn't explain anything.
He didn't care whether the Time Origin Orb had any effect or not; what he cared about was the Time Origin Orb's Time Compass. The power of two of those things combined was greater than three, and the power of three combined was greater than five. It was definitely a complete set of treasures. Lu Qingshan really wanted to see what the effect would be if he accumulated 108 Time Compass.
Moreover, cultivating the Fifth Layer of the Body of Time in the future will definitely be extremely difficult, and he might need it. He was just preparing in advance to avoid any unforeseen circumstances.
"Sure, I'll ask around for you. I sold those Time Origin Orb to old friends who gave them to their disciples. Now that so many years have passed, they probably don't need them anymore. They'd definitely be willing to buy them back tenfold."
King Anju nodded and made a note of it.
As for why Lu Qingshan wanted to collect all 108 Time Origin Orb, he didn't care, nor did he inquire... He had studied them for countless years without any discovery. Even if there were any secrets hidden within these pearls, they weren't his opportunity...
If he helps Lu Qingshan with this matter, Lu Qingshan will become Universe Venerable in the future, and he will have a powerful backer in the Virtual Universe Company.
Time flies, and half a year has passed in the blink of an eye.
The World Lord Qualification Tournament has finally come to an end after six months.
Of Lu Qingshan's three disciples, Wu Man was eliminated and entered the Primordial Secret Realm, Ling Yu and Golden Sword remained in the Primal Secret Region, and the genius named Luosha whom Lu Qingshan had met before broke into the Primal Secret Region.
Besides Ling Yu and Golden Sword, the most outstanding performer in this qualifying round was August. Although he lost to Mordor, he defeated Starlight and became the second-ranked player in the Primal Secret Region Realm, which amazed countless people.
Even Lu Qingshan was somewhat surprised.
Thunder Mountain, in a huge manor halfway up the mountain.
"Hahaha."
Unrestrained laughter echoed throughout the manor.
" Leiying, what do you think of my disciple?"
Across from him, holding a wine glass, the short, mustachioed Venerable Leiying smiled slightly.
"Isn't it just that brat Luosha who broke into the Primal Secret Region? Look how excited you are, anyone who didn't know better would think you'd found a Supreme Treasure."
The Venerable Xuesha picked up the wine jug and drank the fine wine inside in one gulp.
" Leiying, I'm so happy! That brat Luosha really lived up to my expectations, he really made me proud."
"You, it's been so many years, why do you still remember this? Wasn't it just because you didn't agree to let Luosha enter the Primordial Secret Realm directly back then?"
Venerable Leiying shook his head, somewhat helplessly.
Venerable Xuesha objected, "We Universe Venerable possess Endless lifespans, what else is there to pursue? It's all about face... The face we lost back then has now been regained, of course I'm happy. That brat Luosha fought his way from the Apocalypse Mystic Region all the way to the Primordial Primal Secret Region, now who dares to say I have a bad eye?"
"I know you have good judgment, alright?" Venerable Leiying shook his head. "Actually, what surprised me the most this time was Lu Qingshan. I didn't expect that both of his disciples would stay in the Primal Secret Region, while he himself would directly break through to the Immortal Realm. What do you think of his strength now?"
"That should be the Pinnacle King Rank."
"That's what the Venerable Xuesha said."
The news of Lu Qingshan killing the Purple Bell King while posing as the Gray Robe King was Space Lock. Among the Venerable, only a few, such as the Ganwu Country Lord and the Shadow Lord, knew about it. Most people's understanding of Lu Qingshan was limited to the fact that World Lord Level killed High King, and they didn't even know what method he used.
" The Pinnacle King Rank..." Venerable Leiying pondered for a moment, "With Lu Qingshan's talent, if he's still at the Pinnacle King Rank after breaking through, why rush to break through? I feel he'll probably reach the Invincible King."
" Invincible King? No way." Venerable Xuesha was somewhat incredulous. " Invincible King isn't that easy. Besides the True Treasure, Gene Multiplier and amplitude effect are also very important. This Lu Qingshan doesn't seem to have received Divine General Inheritance. Even if his Gene Multiplier is ten times, he can only be barely called close to invincible."
"I don't know. This guy is too cautious. We haven't seen him make a move in tens of thousands of years. Nobody knows how strong he is."
"I'm helpless," said the Venerable Leiying.
The Venerable Xuesha nodded in agreement. "Indeed, in my countless eons of life, I have never seen such a genius. Which other geniuses don't fight desperately for that sliver of opportunity? Only he has been cultivating and teaching in Chaos City all along..."
(End of this chapter)