Chapter 694: Chapter 688: [Supreme Ruler] · Cangming’s External Aid
688[Supreme Ruler]· Cangming’s External Aid!
"How could such a thing happen?"
Chi Xiao clenched his fist, resisting the urge to strike Ma Ran immediately, his face full of perplexity.
"An existence recognized by the will of the cosmos may have the potential to break through to the level equivalent to Upper Rank Gods."
"However, having combat power at this realm does not mean having the qualification to understand some of the most hidden things."
"For instance..."
Chi Xiao’s gaze was calm, looking at Ma Ran with eyes devoid of any warmth: "The essence of the universe."
"This is the privilege of the seven [Supreme Rulers]!"
The privilege itself means nothing; it does not grant additional combat power, but its existence alone proves the favor of the universe’s will, also signifying a certain extent of ’immortality.’
The so-called Supreme Rulers are another name for the seven Upper Rank Gods in the [Divine Court].
Cang Lian is the first Upper Rank God after the great cosmic changes, with the title [Primordial Supreme].
The other six are respectively...
Golden Domain, [Supreme of Merit].
Lan Xi, [Supreme of Power].
Mo Xing, [Supreme of Time].
Chi Xiao, [Supreme of Reincarnation].
Zhu Ding, [Supreme of Destiny].
Qing Dai, [Supreme of Fusion].
After the great upheaval, the position of [Supreme Ruler] was already destined.
No more, no less, only seven.
One Upper Rank God, just happens to occupy one of these positions.
This is the law of the universe, an iron rule of the plane, something that cannot be altered.
To have one more would inevitably mean the fall of one Upper Rank God.
Unless...
The laws of the universe collapse, and the iron rules of the plane become ineffective.
If Ma Ran has really achieved the position of [Supreme Ruler], which supreme law has he mastered, and how should he be addressed?
Chi Xiao’s thoughts were in chaos, his divine thought vibrating, unable to find the slightest clue.
"Do you think by asking, I’ll just tell you?"
Ma Ran looked at Chi Xiao calmly: "The match isn’t over yet, you can admit defeat now."
"If I’m in a good mood, maybe I’ll tell you."
Upon hearing this, Chi Xiao was startled for a moment, then burst into laughter: "Impossible."
"The word admit defeat isn’t in my dictionary."
"Speaking of which... I have to thank you for waking me up."
"Indeed, reaching this point, there’s no need to delve any further."
"Let’s continue the match."
After Ma Ran reached the Twenty-Seventh Rank in the Burning Martial realm, he began to gradually delve into all the mysteries of the cosmos.
The Starlight Organ·Brain paired with the Starlight Gaze of the Twenty-Fifth Rank in Burning Martial not only enables the understanding of cosmic laws but also the insight into the truths of the cosmos, capable of annihilating beings of lower life levels with a single thought.
Drawbacks exist too.
Even at this level, Ma Ran still needs to adhere to the law of conservation of matter and energy.
The deliberate display of traces of this power before Chi Xiao is intended to use it as a strategic deterrent.
Because it seemed impressive, though it could deal with other civilizations, it couldn’t actually destroy the Divine Court single-handedly.
After all, a deity, be it with weak divine power or a middle-ranked god, is a conglomeration of vast amounts of matter, energy, information, and variables, and even holding the ’billions of stars’ gem snatched from Lan Xi wouldn’t withstand such consumption.
After all, civilizations under the Divine Court are as numerous as the sands of the Ganges, even if each deity is one in a billion, their numbers are by no means inferior to those of Earth humans.
At this stage, Ma Ran could at most eliminate one-third, and even if he wore himself out, he could only wipe out half of the Divine Court’s "divine mouth."
The seven fully-powered Upper Rank Gods are glaring covetously nearby, making it impossible to find an opportunity to act without scruples.
So...
The new means can only serve as deterrence.
But it’s worth mentioning that Chi Xiao and the other Upper Rank Gods in the Divine Court are not aware of this.
They can vaguely sense the terrifying momentum field emanating from Ma Ran, believing that Ma Ran has, through some means, exploited a breach in the cosmic principles during the upheaval, seizing part of the [Supreme Ruler] abilities, already beginning to understand the essence of the cosmos, and possessing the capability to slaughter any life below the Upper Rank Gods within the Divine Court.
This is sufficient.
"I’m neither Lan Xi nor Cang Lian, I have no feelings for the [Divine Court]."
Chi Xiao spoke calmly: "Nor am I Golden Domain, not as compassionate, not eager to provide a burial for every enemy and book them a coffin."
"Even if you can easily wipe out the Divine Court, I do not care."
"You should be able to tell that I’m not putting on airs."
"For me, pleasure is the most important thing."
After a pause, Chi Xiao continued solemnly, "So..."
"Your level and realm, whether you possess the combat power of Upper Rank Gods, doesn’t matter to me."
"I’m not a detective and have no interest in truth or riddles."
"Right now, I only care about this competition!"
Ma Ran replied calmly, with a serene gaze, "Continue."
...
Cangming Star, Blade Province, Qian Clan Territory.
On the Clan Stele, a phantom of a silver-haired youth emerged.
Members of the Qian family prostrated on the ground, quietly listening to the "ancestor’s" commands.
Through the patriarch Qian Changsheng’s transmission, everyone present knew that although this person did not bear the surname Qian, he was an ancient monster like the Sword Master or the Devil’s Son. The family, in its life-and-death crisis, was seeking help from this person, so they must show enough respect.
Xu Qingqiu, a demonic prodigy, emerged suddenly, putting the entire family in jeopardy and on the verge of complete collapse.
Amidst this precarious situation, the Qian family members, understanding that no egg remains unbroken under a toppled nest, behaved with extreme caution, quietly and patiently.
"The power of the Xu Family Stele has not been completely exhausted yet."
Above the stele, Ma Ran stated confidently, "Xu Qingqiu is just the first chess piece."
"Due to certain agreements, I cannot act personally, so..."
"Now, I will give you some benefits to force them to make another move."
As he spoke, Ma Ran extended a finger and lightly swiped it in front.
Swish!
A blade light suddenly illuminated the courtyard.
The eyes of everyone changed from numb to lively, and the fear and confusion on their faces faded away, replaced by a faint confidence and fearlessness.
"This strike severed the foolishness in your clan’s children, the laziness in youths, the arrogance in young adults, and the complacency in middle-aged men."
Ma Ran looked at Qian Changsheng with deep meaning, "As the patriarch, you have been given special treatment."
"I specially cut away your stubbornness, allowing you to gain the virtues of humility and being open to others’ opinions."
Stubbornness?
Qian Changsheng paused, feeling suddenly enlightened.
Yes.
He acted humbly in front of Ma Ran because he wasn’t foolish, knowing his life was in Ma Ran’s hand, with no opportunity to display this trait.
However, this deeply hidden aspect was completely visible to Ma Ran.
"As the leader of the clan, you’re a leader and decision-maker. You can lack great wisdom, but you must not have too much cleverness."
Ma Ran’s gaze sharpened, focusing on Qian Changsheng, "After destroying the Xu Family Stele, I will leave Cangming for good and will not return."
"And you, by then, can do whatever you want, it has nothing to do with me."
"Next, just obediently follow the instructions."
Hearing this, Qian Changsheng broke into a cold sweat instantly, his heart thumping wildly.
After a moment of flickering eyes, he eventually lowered his head and said in a deep voice, "I follow your will."
...
Since Ma Ran’s Burning Martial Realm reached the Twenty-Seventh Rank, Cangming Star has completed thirty-five rotations.
As for Earth...
Due to the presence of the Time Stasis Domain Field, it seemed temporarily detached from the Solar System. If not for Ma Ran’s care, it would either disrupt the orbit of other Solar System planets or directly crash into the asteroid belt.
Today, the data shown on the Justice Instrument is as follows—
Ma Ran: 90
Chi Xiao: 90
As the competition progressed, both Ma Ran and Chi Xiao, who initially spent extravagantly, began to conserve power gradually, no longer arbitrarily increasing stakes, but instead issuing orders to manipulate the development and game of the two families.
"The situation has reversed, isn’t it tiring to hold on until now?"
Chi Xiao, unwaveringly staring at Ma Ran, said with a smile, "You’re not far from losing."
Hearing this, Ma Ran nodded slightly and said nonchalantly, "Indeed."
"Although this competition hasn’t been ongoing for long, the pace is fast."
"Business, religion, martial force, power, public opinion, technology, innovation..."
"The Xu Family, under your command, has put a lot of pressure on me."
"So..."
"I will reserve the remaining ten interference points for the Lord of the Red Lotus and let her use them."
