Chapter 545: Chapter 538: Demonstration
The expressions of the Forest Race’s leadership turned peculiar upon hearing Zhou Yuanjue’s words.
Batu, Siger, and Naliss exchanged a look, each seeing the same strange expression on the others’ faces.
’Judging by what he said, does he intend to fight a King Level being all by himself?’
’We know he’s incredibly strong, but isn’t it a bit too arrogant to say something like that?’
’Then again, it’s understandable. He’s a normal human, and so young to possess such power. Of course he’d be confident.’
’What was that old saying from Donghua again?’
’A newborn calf doesn’t fear the tiger.’
That King Level being was an existence that all the masters of the Forest Race combined wouldn’t even dream of confronting head-on.
"Mr. Zhou, do you mean to say you wish to fight that King Level being on your own?"
Kutum was silent for a moment, then asked.
"That’s right. I have a personal score to settle with them. Besides, I need this fight."
Zhou Yuanjue nodded.
"Mr. Zhou, if I may be blunt, you come from an ordinary human background. I’m afraid you may not have a clear understanding of a King Level’s power."
"A King Level being is an existence that transcends ordinary people. Your strength is plain for all to see, and we sincerely admire that you, an ordinary human, have reached such a realm. However, wanting to fight a complete King Level being alone is still unrealistic, even if you stand at the very pinnacle of mortals."
"This is because the abilities of a King Level have undergone a qualitative transformation. They can wield a powerful force unlike any mortal power. In our ancient texts, this power is called ’Divine Soul’."
"Compared to the Divine Soul, neither mere Magnetic Field Power nor Physical Strength can hold a candle to it..."
Kutum gathered his thoughts before speaking to Zhou Yuanjue, his tone and wording carefully chosen to be both tactful and sincere, showing no hint of disdain or mockery.
After all, the man was risking his life to help them. That alone was enough to earn the respect and courtesy of the Forest Race.
Even if he had some minor flaws, they could be overlooked.
The other leaders of the Forest Race nodded and murmured in agreement, believing their chieftain’s words were correct.
"Divine Soul? So that’s what it’s called?"
Zhou Yuanjue nodded and said softly.
The next moment, he slowly closed his eyes. Everyone could clearly feel the magnetic field within his body undergoing a subtle, profound change.
’It’s as if... some crucial magnetic field is being drawn out of his body...’
Then, the members of the Forest Race, who were extremely sensitive to life signatures and magnetic fields, clearly sensed the life signature within Zhou Yuanjue’s body rapidly fading, as if he had died in an instant.
’What’s happening?!’
This sudden turn of events left everyone present with a look of stunned disbelief, completely unsure of what Zhou Yuanjue was doing.
Fortunately, a moment later, a strange fluctuation of magnetic field power flashed past, instantly slamming back into Zhou Yuanjue’s body.
As this magnetic field merged with him, they clearly sensed Zhou Yuanjue’s body undergoing a world-altering transformation.
THUMP!! THUMP!! THUMP!!
Innumerable cells were completely activated in that instant. Each one throbbed violently, emitting countless sounds like beating hearts, all overlapping.
The members of the Forest Race, so sensitive to life signatures, felt as if tens of thousands of ferocious beasts had awakened within Zhou Yuanjue’s body. The sheer intensity of his Life Magnetic Field reaction brought looks of unconcealed shock to their eyes.
’Is this... a life signature that a mortal can possibly possess?!!’
’Not even the Forest Guardian, one of the Forest Race’s aces, has such a terrifying life signature!!’
’Is this the power wielded by Donghua’s greatest genius?’
HUMMM!!
The next moment, Zhou Yuanjue’s body underwent Star Transformation from the inside out. Every one of his cells became as clear as crystal, radiating a brilliant Starlight that blurred the vision of everyone watching.
Immense power radiated from him, stirring up a powerful gale that buffeted everything in the room.
But what happened next was even more shocking.
Zhou Yuanjue, now fully in his Star Transformation state, slowly extended his right hand, palm facing up.
HUMMMMM!!
A powerful Energy conducted out from within him. Every cell in his body seemed to resonate and throb, refining an unimaginable Power in the process.
Finally, this Power was released from his body through the transformed skin cells of his palm. It was then enveloped, compressed, and gathered by his Life Magnetic Field, left to float above his open hand.
The air howled and the ground trembled slightly. Everyone could clearly sense the terrifying destructive potential contained within the fist-sized orb of dazzling silver light floating above Zhou Yuanjue’s palm. If it were to erupt, the result would be catastrophic.
"Is this the ’Divine Soul’ you were talking about?"
Zhou Yuanjue asked the onlookers.
"Divine Soul!! This is indeed Divine Soul Power!! Different from Physical Strength and Magnetic Field Power!!"
The faces of the Forest Race leaders paled. They exchanged glances, seemingly unable to believe their own eyes.
"You... have already broken through to King Level?!"
Kutum took a deep breath, asking Zhou Yuanjue with a shocked expression.
"Not yet, but I’m close. That’s why I need the stimulus of a King Level opponent. It might help me take that final step. It’s also why I want to fight one alone."
"If I can take that step, it should have a positive impact on the current situation, don’t you think? It’s a risk, but it’s worth a shot."
Zhou Yuanjue said.
’So he hasn’t reached King Level...’
Hearing Zhou Yuanjue’s words, a trace of disappointment appeared on the faces of Kutum and the others, which was then replaced by incredulity.
’Divine Soul is a power mastered by those at King Level. To master it without actually reaching King Level?!’
’That’s absolutely unheard of!’
Still, mastering this power proved that Zhou Yuanjue had what it took to challenge a King Level being.
"We understand. The Forest Race will support your decision."
Kutum whispered a few words to the two elders beside him before finally turning back to Zhou Yuanjue.
Strength is always the most persuasive bargaining chip.
And now, they had completely acknowledged Zhou Yuanjue’s strength.
’Perhaps he really can contend with a King Level being!’
"That would be for the best."
Zhou Yuanjue nodded, a slight smile on his face.
"Um, would you mind retracting that ’Divine Soul’? It seems a little... dangerous..."
Kutum glanced at the ball of light in Zhou Yuanjue’s palm and said tentatively.
Most of the Forest Race relied on specially cultivated plants for combat; their own physical bodies weren’t particularly strong without ample preparation.
The ball of bio-energy in Zhou Yuanjue’s hand was enough to be a threat to them, making them feel like they were sitting on pins and needles.
"Apologies. I haven’t yet mastered how to retract it. But I’ll get rid of it."
Zhou Yuanjue shook his head. With a light push of his palm, the sphere of light shot away. Under the control of his magnetic field, it flew swiftly out the door and ascended into the sky.
Then, Zhou Yuanjue’s right hand suddenly clenched into a fist.
BOOM!!!
A massive explosion echoed from the sky outside. A powerful shockwave swept over, causing the entire wooden house to tremble and shake violently in the turbulent air.
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