Virtual Universe, Thunder Mountain.
Within the city lord's mansion, a shadowy figure, as ethereal as mist, quietly emerged.
"Lord of the City, I heard that your true form has returned from the Universe Ocean."
The Shadow Lord asked with a smile.
"Hehe, your information network is still quite extensive. My main body, Thousand Treasure River Clone, as well as the Giant Axe Founder, the Lord of Myriad Laws, the Lord of Darkness, and the Lord Peng Gong have all temporarily returned to the Primal Universe to recuperate... From now on, the main direction of our human powerhouses' exploration will be shifting towards the Universe Boat."
Although the Shadow Lord is the intelligence chief of the Hongmeng Alliance, he is, after all, only Universe Overlord. He doesn't know much about matters at the level of Universe Master, and such information is only revealed to him when specific intelligence is required.
"You've come today just to confirm this news?"
The Chaos City Lord picked up his teacup and asked with a smile.
"Of course not, there's something more important." The Shadow Lord shook his head before continuing, "I just received news that Xi Luo Duo, the most powerful elder of our human subordinate race, the Golden Horn Race, has been resurrected..."
" Xi Luo Duo..." The Chaos City Lord naturally knew this name. Their Virtual Universe Company's secret manual also contained the Gold-Space Fusion Law Secret Technique Seven Transformations of the Beast God created by him, as well as some Universe Venerable who used the Beast God Weapon he created to fight.
This is a top genius who turned the impossible into the possible. He was able to reach the Sixth Layer perfection in the Path of the Gold-Space Beast God through the path of Spirit Reader, and even created the Ultimate Secret Technique of the Universe Overlord. It can be said to be a fantasy.
But he did it! This is why the Chaos City Lord and other Universe Master look at Xi Luo Duo with special regard. If Xi Luo Duo not followed the path of Spirit Reader, but instead followed the path of a warrior more suited to the Path of the Beast God, he might have truly had a chance to comprehend the Beast God Heart and break through to the realm of Universe Master.
"Who was the strongest person to resurrect him?" the Chaos City Lord asked calmly.
The Golden Horn Race is, after all, a vassal state of humanity, and Xi Luo Duo is Golden Horn Race absolute leader. Whoever resurrects Xi Luo Duo will determine humanity's future attitude towards the Golden Horn Race.
Is it promotion, alienation, or expulsion...?
All of this depends on the name of the strongest person.
"This is the most incomprehensible part." The Shadow Lord took a deep breath. According to the information our Hongmeng Alliance obtained from the Ancestral God Religion, the one who resurrected Xi Luo Duo was not the Universe Supreme Master, but the Demon Master Xue You of the Ancestral God Religion.
" Demon Master Xue You..."
The Chaos City Lord showed a surprised expression.
He naturally knew who the Demon Master Xue You was; he was Clone of the Lord of Myriad Laws, the second strongest being in their Human Race. But this information definitely couldn't be told to the Shadow Lord. Even among the Human Race, only he and the Giant Axe knew this information.
Now that the Lord of Myriad Laws holds a lofty position, on par with the Giant Axe, it is even more important not to reveal any information about Lord of Myriad Laws.
The Chaos City Lord remained silent for a moment, then picked up his teacup and took a small sip.
" The Demon Master Xue You probably hasn't broken through. If someone were to break through to the realm of the Universe Supreme Master, a new Small Universe would inevitably break away from the Primal Universe. The Ancestral God Religion Sect couldn't hide it even if they wanted to, nor did they have any reason to. Having the Universe Supreme Master in charge is definitely good news for the Ancestral God Religion Sect. However, there's no need to be too surprised."
The Ancestral God Religion Ancestral God Religion different from other places. It is protected by the Will of the Original Universe and is responsible for maintaining the Universe Operation Rules. The Three Ancestor Gods all have the authority to mobilize the primordial power of the Primal Universe. This Demon Master Xue You, in terms of potential, far surpasses the Three Ancestor Gods, and has twice successfully completed special missions for the Ancestral God Religion. It's normal for the Will of the Original Universe to favor him...
He paused for a moment, then continued.
" The Ancestral God Religion represents neutrality, and the relationship between the Demon Master Xue You and our Human Race is relatively good... Since Xi Luo Duo was resurrected by the Demon Master Xue You, it doesn't affect our Human Race much. The Golden Horn Race has been a vassal clan of our Human Race since Xi Luo Duo's fall, and this relationship won't change even with Xi Luo Duo's resurrection. In that case... let's elevate the Golden Horn Race's authority a bit, two levels for now!"
"A direct upgrade of two levels?"
The Shadow Lord showed a surprised expression.
Logically speaking, even if the Golden Horn Race gained a Universe Overlord like Xi Luo Duo, it would only raise the clan's status by one level at most. If it were raised by two levels, it would be comparable to a clan with multiple Universe Overlord, or even a Top Universe Overlord -level powerhouse.
The next step up is the status of a powerful race, which requires the presence of Universe Master!
For example, the Yan God Race, under the command of the Yan Emperor, is a powerful race in the Primal Universe.
"Not too high." The Chaos City Lord shook his head. "The simple-minded Xi Luo Duo certainly wouldn't be worth this much, but don't forget, Xi Luo Duo was resurrected by the Demon Master Xue You. Even the Universe Supreme Master wouldn't easily resurrect Universe Overlord. The Demon Master Xue You's actions must have something to do with Xi Luo Duo. By elevating the status of the Golden Horn Race, we are both winning over Xi Luo Duo and showing goodwill to the Demon Master Xue You."
Upon hearing this, the Shadow Lord nodded, revealing an expression of admiration. "The City Lord's consideration is indeed thorough."
"Heh..." The Chaos City Lord shook his head. With the Shadow Lord's wisdom, he couldn't possibly be unaware of these things; it was simply a matter of him pointing them out, since the decision-making power was in his hands. " Demon Master Xue You... Qingshan..."
The Chaos City Lord was secretly surprised.
Not long ago in the Universe Ocean, Lu Qingshan demonstrated the strength of the Level 7. Now that he can even revive the Universe Overlord, Lu Qingshan is really almost no different from the Universe Supreme Master.
Ganwu Universe Country.
Ganwu Mystic Region, in a starry sky, ripples spread through the space as Lu Qingshan, dressed in a blue robe, emerged from the void.
His gaze fell upon the majestic, mysterious realm ahead, but he did not rush to enter it.
In just a moment, a burly man with golden horns on his head and a calm demeanor flew out from the Ganwu Mystic Region.
This man was Xi Luo Duo, the greatest elder of the Golden Horn Race, whom he had recently visited in the Ganwu Mystic Region...
Xi Luo Duo left the Ganwu Mystic Region and was about to Teleportation away when he was surprised to find a human figure standing before him.
"This appearance..." Xi Luo Duo was no longer in a state of being newly resurrected and ignorant of everything, so he naturally understood who this powerful being before him was.
He flew quickly over and bowed respectfully. " Xi Luo Duo pays homage to the great Lord of Myriad Laws."
"Elder Xi Luo Duo, there's no need for such formalities." Lu Qingshan smiled slightly, his gaze sweeping over Xi Luo Duo with a satisfied expression.
After all, this was the first Universe Overlord he resurrected, and he was also taken in as a disciple by his Xue You Clone.
He said slowly, "You and my teacher Ganwu Country Lord, are friends, so we have some connection. If you encounter any difficulties in the future, you can come to the Virtual Universe Company Headquarters to find me."
Xi Luo Duo overjoyed to hear this.
He hadn't expected such a pleasant surprise during his visit to the Ganwu Country Lord.
Who is the Lord of Myriad Laws? He is the top Universe Master of the Human Race, whose status is probably comparable to that of the Chaos City Lord. With a single word from him, he can decide the rise or fall of a race. With the promise of the Lord of Myriad Laws, the Golden Horn Race's position in the Human Alliance will be unbreakable.
"Thank you, Lord of Myriad Laws." Xi Luo Duo bowed again, deeply grateful.
Lu Qingshan simply waved his hand. "I still need to pay my respects to my teacher, Elder Xi Luo Duo, please proceed."
"Yes, I'll take my leave."
Xi Luo Duo nodded respectfully, and only after the Lord of Myriad Laws left did he turn around and disappear in a streak of Flowing Light.
Inside a magnificent palace in the Ganwu Mystic Region, the Ganwu Country Lord sat on the main throne. On the table in front of him were two wine cups, clearly left over from his drinking session with Xi Luo Duo.
The Ganwu Country Lord wore a faint smile, clearly in a very good mood.
Upon seeing Lu Qingshan enter, the Ganwu Country Lord's eyes lit up, and he quickly stood up and waved, saying, " Qingshan, Xi Luo Duo just left. If you had come a little earlier, you could have seen him."
"I have already met him outside the secret realm," Lu Qingshan said with a smile as he sat down next to the Ganwu Country Lord, his gaze falling on the empty wine cup.
"The teacher seems to be in a good mood."
"Haha, more than just good." The Ganwu Country Lord took out a few more wine cups, poured one for Lu Qingshan, and said, " Xi Luo Duo was my good friend. When I was down on my luck, he helped me out of my predicament. I was heartbroken when he fell. I can barely protect myself and have been able to resurrect many times, but that's only because I belong to the Human Race. I didn't have the ability to save him. Now that he has been resurrected, it can be considered that one of my worries has been put to rest."
"Teacher, you really have a wide circle of friends. First there was Qing Dou Kou Venerable, and now there's this Xi Luo Duo. None of them belong to our Human Race."
Lu Qingshan said admiringly.
If Xi Luo Duo hadn't fallen and the Golden Horn Race hadn't defected to the Human Race, Xi Luo Duo indeed have had no connection with the Human Race.
"Haha, I did enjoy making friends in my younger days... and I made quite a few, but now..." The Ganwu Country Lord shook his head.
With Lu Qingshan as his disciple, it's now much easier for the Ganwu Country Lord to make friends. Even Top Overlord and Universe Master are willing to befriend him, but the Ganwu Country Lord has lost interest. After all, he knows that not many of these friendships are genuine.
After finishing his cup of fine wine, seeing that the Ganwu Country Lord didn't want to continue the conversation, he changed the subject, saying, "Master, I've come today for two reasons: first, to visit you, and second, to present something to Longjing Venerable." "What is it that would trouble you to make such a special trip?" The Ganwu Country Lord, somewhat surprised.
He knew that Lu Qingshan and the second brother Longjing, had a good relationship.
"Teacher, please look."
Lu Qingshan opened his palm, and a fist-sized, transparent bead appeared in his hand. The bead emitted a soft, light blue light, and it seemed as if countless rivers were flowing inside.
The Ganwu Country Lord observed carefully.
His expression turned serious.
Because he couldn't find any information about this treasure at all; in other words, even with his current status as Universe Overlord, he wasn't qualified to know anything about it.
Lu Qingshan slowly said, "This is the Heart of the Li Water, a precious treasure for cultivating the Water-Space Fusion Law. With this treasure, Senior Brother's Path of the Beast God will easily break through to the Sixth Layer, and the Seventh Layer is also highly probable..."
Although the Ganwu Country Lord did not know the name of the treasure, he could still understand what it was saying.
The Sixth Layer of the Path of the Beast God is easily attained, and the Seventh Layer is highly probable... Doesn't this mean that a single treasure can easily create a Universe Overlord?
" Qingshan, this treasure is far too precious. How long has it been since your second senior brother broke through to the Universe Venerable? He should take some time to mature..." the Ganwu Country Lord said tactfully.
Lu Qingshan shook his head: "Treasures are valuable, but nothing compares to the bond between fellow disciples. Besides Second Senior Brother, Seventh Senior Sister's disciples have also prepared a gift. Teacher, please call Senior Brother Longjing over." "Very well." The Ganwu Country Lord took out his Communication Token, exchanged a few words with Longjing Venerable, and then said with a smile, "That guy is eager for you to give him a treasure."
Just a moment later, a spatial fluctuation was felt outside the main hall.
The Longjing Venerable, dressed in a loose red robe and with two sharp horns on his head, strode over.
As soon as he entered, his gaze fell on the blue beads in Lu Qingshan's hand.
Clearly, the Ganwu Country Lord mentioned this matter in his message.
He exclaimed with delight, "Junior brother, is this the gift you wanted to give your senior brother? Quickly, show your senior brother what this wonderful treasure is!"
Lu Qingshan smiled and tossed the Heart of the Li Water over.
Just as the Longjing Venerable was about to catch it, a hidden divine power was quietly activated, Heart of the Li Water detached from the Longjing Venerable's hand, instantly merging into his divine body.
The Longjing Venerable was only stunned for a moment, then countless insights into the Water-Space Fusion Law surged into his mind, and his thinking was also enhanced a thousandfold. Before he could say a word, the Longjing Venerable entered into a state of enlightenment.