Chapter 559: Chapter 553: Master Qi
Origin Conference.
It is an annual conference held in Origin City, hosted by the Guardian Race.
It’s specifically held to select talents from various levels to enter the core of the World Tree and gain the opportunity to be blessed with the Seed of the World.
It is said that those who receive the blessings can obtain powerful treasures or energy infusions.
Some even experience a significant increase in power, reaching the pinnacle of their current level.
It is undoubtedly a grand event that all local people in the Life Realm flock to.
Therefore, whenever this time comes around, individuals or forces with strength will travel from various places across the continent to participate in this grand event.
And the Guardian Race, as the family that has guarded the World Tree for generations, is also undeniably the strongest force in the entire Life Realm.
Among them, Emperor Level combat power is innumerable, making it a giant that no indigenous force in the Life Realm dares to easily offend.
"It’s said that the ancestor of the Guardian Race, with power comparable to the strongest figure in the Taichu Realm, is currently known as one of the two strongest Emperor Levels."
Li Ke sat opposite Lin You, wolfing down the food on the table while speaking indistinctly.
"The one from the Taichu Realm?" Lin You narrowed his eyes, immediately recalling the terrifyingly imposing elder he encountered in front of the Celestial Ladder when the Gate of the Living Realm just opened.
With his presence alone, he pressured the Great Emperors of various realms not to dare step forward easily.
Unexpectedly, there are beings of this level within the Life Realm.
No wonder the Ten Thousand Realms Emperors have been here for so long without hearing of any great battles occurring; it seems they are also wary of the opponent’s strength and haven’t acted rashly.
Otherwise, given their desire for the Seed of the World, they would have seized it a long time ago.
This Guardian Race.
Truly not simple.
It seems that I must be more cautious in the future, and not provoke them.
"Do you know how to participate in the Origin Conference and how to compete for the slots?" Lin You continued to ask.
He had been on the road non-stop for the past three days, and to ensure safety, he tried to minimize contact with locals, so he hadn’t inquired much useful information.
Li Ke, however, was different.
With Xiang Yue Emperor leading the way, they had arrived here two days earlier, and with Xiang Yue Emperor’s advice, he could be said to be very knowledgeable about the affairs of this realm.
Though this guy is usually a bit verbose and unreliable, he is quite useful in terms of information.
Indeed.
As soon as Lin You asked, Li Ke ceased his actions and raised his head.
"Participating in the conference? Just go to any of the Guardian Race’s locations to register, although it seems the rules for the conference differ each year, so you’ll have to find out at the time."
"And be careful when registering, though we are all from the same origin and have no reason to fight..."
"But our presence will take away some of their slots, so many locals will be very hostile to us."
"Really?" Lin You’s expression dawned with realization.
No wonder he noticed the Genetic Superpower Users looking at him differently; it turns out that’s the case.
Almost as if to confirm Li Ke’s words.
A commotion suddenly erupted nearby.
"Vile outsiders from Ten Thousand Realms, get back to your realm! You’re not welcome here!"
A burly man kicked a chair aside, shouting profanities at a nearby table of Lords.
And the chair he kicked flew straight towards Lin You and his group, speeding with great velocity.
Before Li Ke could react, Lin You’s eyes snapped open, and a surge of invisible spiritual waves enveloped the chair, suspending it in mid-air.
This was Lin You’s research outcome during his three days on the road.
He altered the attack form of Spiritual Skills, compressing it into a more solid form of Spiritual Power, reaching a level where it could affect material substances.
Though it still temporarily fell short of those Spiritual Ability users, controlling these chairs and tables was more than manageable.
"Who are you calling vile?"
As he thought this, several Lords beside him unexpectedly stood up, their aura wildly surging, all reaching the Tier Ten level.
Yet, despite this, the burly man remained heedless of his companions’ dissuasion, slowly approaching them.
"What? Looking for a fight?"
With these words, a ferocious aura exploded from him, forcing those Lords to involuntarily step back, their eyes filled with grave expressions.
Enhancement Superpower User?
Lin You’s eyes narrowed; coming along this way, it was his first time witnessing such a formidable Enhancement Ability.
Even more terrifying than the Lords’ Enhancement Skills, with power elevated by at least fifty percent.
So this is the means of Superpower Users?
It seems the saying that Genetic Superpower Users have individually stronger abilities than Lords is not groundless.
Especially within Genetic Superpower Users, many possess Enhancement Abilities capable of instantly bursting out with power far beyond their level; clearly, caution is warranted in the future.
"Gentlemen, would you kindly stop?"
Suddenly, a gentle voice resonated from the attic, interrupting the chaos in the hall.
Following the voice, everyone saw a graceful middle-aged man slowly descending from the attic, exuding a subtle aura, causing their expressions to abruptly change.
Including the troublesome burly man, who immediately held back, eyes flashing with fear.
Tier Eleven!
This man is surprisingly a Tier Eleven stronghold!
"Master Qi, why are you here?"
The burly man greeted with a fawning smile, completely devoid of his previous arrogance, as if he had turned into a different person.
"Wang Tu, it’s you again. Wasn’t the trouble you caused last time here enough?" Master Qi looked down at the burly man and spoke indifferently.
"Yes, yes, Master Qi, you are right. I was too impulsive. Please forgive me, Master Qi." Wang Tu nodded and bowed.
Master Qi didn’t pay him any attention but looked towards the few Tier Ten Lords, his gaze calm.
"I’m truly sorry for disturbing your leisure. For my sake, shall we let this matter pass? As compensation, all of your expenses at this establishment will be on the house."
Although his words seemed to be asking, they still carried a tone of superiority, even a hint of unquestionability.
Anyone with insight could see that he was siding with Wang Tu.
It seemed Wang Tu was likely connected to him.
This man is quite significant.
Lin You put down his chair and quietly observed this Master Qi.
Those Tier Ten Lords could also discern the nuances within.
But due to the other’s strength, they dared not escalate the situation, ultimately glaring fiercely at the smug Wang Tu before sitting back down with the help of waiters to organize the table.
A brewing conflict was thus invisibly nipped in the bud.
Master Qi gave the few people and Lin You on the side a deep look, then ascended back to the loft, disappearing in an instant, leaving only a crowd in the hall full of discussions.
"See, I told you these folks really don’t like us." Li Ke immediately whispered.
"Indeed." Lin You nodded silently, "At this rate, we might face considerable targeting at the Origin Conference."
It’s worth noting.
Besides the Anti-Alliance camp, people from the Realm Alliance also came to the Life Realm this time.
When the three sides battle chaotically, obtaining a spot to contact the Seed of the World won’t be easy, especially when being targeted from multiple directions, making it even more challenging.
There are still a few days until the Origin Conference.
It seems we must hurry to enhance our power.
With that thought, Lin You wasted no more time, hurriedly finished eating, and returned to his room according to the room number on the card to rest.
At last, the three-day journey has ended.
...
"How is it? Did you get any news about the Child of Life?"
In the highest loft of the inn, a man resembling Master Qi in appearance sat beside a coffee table, speaking to him.
"No." Master Qi came over, picked up a bowl of tea, and drank it all.
"I just had Wang Tu cause trouble downstairs and secretly probed everyone’s aura, but found no sign of the aura you mentioned. Old Eight, are you sure the ancestor is truly looking for the whereabouts of the Child of Life?"
"Brother Qi, you’re doubting me a bit here. When have I, Old Eight, ever deceived you? This is the info I managed to get from father after great effort."
"Moreover, this is a matter personally handed down by the ancestor. If we can get it done ahead of Big Brother, Second Brother, and Third Sister, we’ll definitely gain the ancestor’s favor. Then, the position of Young Clan Leader might not be impossible."
"Young Clan Leader!"
Brightness flashed in Master Qi’s eyes, his breaths becoming somewhat rapid.
He clenched the tea bowl tightly, slowly placing it on the table, his eyes resolute.
"You’re right, this is indeed our opportunity."
"All along, those folks have pressed us down with their seniority. It’s time to show them our capabilities."
"Of course." Old Eight smiled and said, "The industries outside the city are all under our control now. Getting information and finding someone is as easy as turning our hand?"
"That’s true. I’ll go arrange matters below right now, and you should expedite handling it. Starting tomorrow, a large number of outsiders will surely come. We absolutely can’t miss a single one."
"Don’t worry, Brother Qi, you don’t need to tell me; I know what to do."
With that, both of them stood up and left the loft, going to other parts of the city to instruct their subordinates.
Outside, the sky gradually darkened.
...
A silent night.
As soon as dawn broke the next day.
Lin You and Li Ke had already finished breakfast, checked out, and stepped onto the street, ready to register at the Guardian Race’s site.
"Brother You, look quickly, a lot more people are rushing in from outside!"
As soon as they reached the street, Li Ke pointed at silhouettes continuously flying in from the sky and exclaimed.
At this moment, the sky and street were filled with Lords and local strongmen from other places.
There were also various factions and groups bringing young talents here, making the entire Origin City lively.
"They should all be here to attend the Origin Conference. We should quickly go and register to avoid lining up when there are too many people."
As Lin You spoke, he headed straight for the registration location he inquired about yesterday.
"Brother You, wait for me!" Li Ke withdrew his gaze and quickly followed.
The two moved ahead, passing through bustling streets, finally reaching a wide square bustling with people.
At a glance, they saw numerous registration booths set up in the center of the square, with several long queues.
"Looks like we’re still late..."
Lin You looked at the scene in front of him, with a face full of helplessness.
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