Chapter 2006: Chapter 2004: Sun Blaze Gathers
The sudden outbreak of a conflict among the Peak Sun Blazes ended quickly, at the cost of the silent demise of one such powerful figure.
At the All Phenomena Ocean’s outskirts, figures stood tall with varying expressions; some with furrowed brows, others showing surprise, some gloating, and others marveling in shock...
Sun Blazes from different star systems and domains had gathered here, avoiding the All Phenomena Ocean to prevent any conflict with the Three Worlds Island while they waited. Surely in such a situation, someone couldn’t resist probing.
These veteran Sun Blazes, renowned for years, had the patience and tact.
Three Worlds Island had declared its intent to control All Phenomena Ocean, but such a major affair couldn’t be dictated by one alone. Anyone wishing to seize control of this treasure trove must first obtain their consent.
If Three Worlds Island were an elite big world, that might be different, but it wasn’t, nor did it have profound foundations.
In this scenario, even if Three Worlds Island, bolstered by its previous triumph, aimed to encroach upon All Phenomena Ocean’s rule, they would inevitably need to make substantial compromises and sacrifices, and whether they could ultimately control All Phenomena Ocean remained uncertain.
Just as predicted, someone couldn’t resist entering All Phenomena Ocean, none other than Shern Yun from Winged Heaven Planet!
Shern Yun, notorious for his reckless ways, had long held a fearsome reputation across stellar space, particularly because he possessed the Heavenly Net Umbrella-affiliated treasure, making him one of the most formidable Sun Blazes. Anyone engaging him in combat, unable to breach his defenses, would find him undefeatable.
This mighty figure came to All Phenomena Ocean but didn’t report to Three Worlds Island, and now everyone awaited the unfolding events with anticipation.
They sensed Lu Ye’s movement and as expected, felt the conflict erupt between Shern Yun and Lu Ye, yet the result was shocking!
In a mere instant, Shern Yun’s presence vanished, followed by Lu Ye’s voice echoing across All Phenomena Ocean.
Due to the distance, no one saw the specifics of the confrontation between Lu Ye and Shern Yun, but they all knew one thing—Shern Yun was dead! Killed by the newfound Sun Blaze from Three Worlds Island, Lu Ye.
After a brief silence, mental consciousnesses suddenly erupted.
"Could it be that Shern Yun failed to unleash the Heavenly Net Umbrella in time?" someone asked in shock and suspicion since only this possibility explained Shern Yun’s swift demise.
"Impossible. Shern Yun, that old fox, is always cautious and faced another with affiliated treasure; he couldn’t have failed to summon the Heavenly Net Umbrella."
"True, and in the recent confrontation, Shern Yun initiated the attack. Knowing him, he would have surely immediately deployed the Heavenly Net Umbrella for protection."
"Yet with the Umbrella protecting him, why did he still perish? Could the golden light-affiliated treasure be so powerful? What supreme treasure’s affiliated treasure is this?"
"Regardless of the supreme treasure’s affiliated treasure, its power has reached immeasurable levels. From today onwards, Three Worlds Island’s Lu Ye will surely become renowned across stellar space, and none will dare underestimate him."
"But this youngster was too rash, killing Shern Yun just like that. Didn’t he consider offending Winged Heaven Planet?"
"Haha, hasn’t he offended many elite forces? Zixuan harbors deep hatred against him, and he previously killed several Sun Blazes from Animitta Palace... Besides, his decision to shelter Green Demon King Ma Bin shows he’s not one to shy away from conflict."
"Indeed... Ma Bin’s fearsome reputation lies in his elusive nature. Now severely injured, he’s appeared on Three Worlds Island, inviting trouble from many, not least from All Phenomena Galaxy itself. Fellow Daoist Charng Feng, since the bout at Asura Field, has been tracking his whereabouts and might soon return."
The Sun Blaze’s mental consciousness exchanged thoughts.
Suddenly, one person asked, "Everyone, have you considered another possibility?"
Others looked towards the voice, someone confused, "What possibility?"
"To easily breach the Heavenly Net Umbrella’s affiliated treasure’s protection, could Three Worlds Island’s golden light truly be an affiliated treasure?"
"If it’s not an affiliated treasure, what else could it be?"
The speaker’s expression was serene, eyes deep.
The Sun Blazes immediately reacted, inhaling sharply.
Indeed, everyone had simply assumed the golden light was a powerful affiliated treasure’s might. But if it really was an affiliated treasure, it wouldn’t easily break the Heavenly Net Umbrella. If it was indeed a supreme treasure... that would be truly terrifying.
After a long silence, someone finally spoke, "The conflict for All Phenomena Ocean ends here; it’s time we visit Three Worlds Island’s master. As for the golden light’s nature, whether affiliated treasure or... we might inquire directly!"
Despite such a move being somewhat inappropriate, without clarity everyone here, the Sun Blazes couldn’t rest easy.
On Three Worlds Island, Lu Ye returned, calming the turbulent emotions in his heart after some meditation.
The black spirit fruit on the Talent Tree needed urgent addressing, lest it affect future combat, like this confrontation with Shern Yun...
Fortunately, he had some clues.
As he prepared to investigate further, he suddenly looked up in a direction, mind stirred, and sent audio transmission, standing up as well.
For a moment, Lu Ye stood hovering outside Three Worlds Island, flanked by Luan Xiao’e and Yann Miao, both peak Sun Blaze.
In the distance, a flurry of Liu Guang swiftly approached, with the imposing might of Sun Blaze spreading far and wide.
Luan Xiao’e and Yann Miao both looked somewhat tense because the number of Sun Blaze arriving this time was quite excessive, no less than several dozen, clearly backed by various powerful factions behind Spirit Islands, with many possessing exceptionally deep and profound auras, evidently extraordinary.
Quietly observing Lu Ye, they found his expression as calm as usual, adopting the demeanor of a host, with a composed and serene look.
The two women, infected by this calm, exchanged a glance and gradually calmed their nerves.
"Sui Lin from Five Colors Territory comes to pay respect, and should my visit cause any disturbance, I ask Fellow Daoist Lu to forgive me!"
Even before arriving, a cheerful voice echoed from afar, belonging to that old gentleman mentioned by Mang Dang.
This gentleman was not old, filled with vigor, and his strong aura indicated he was far from being mediocre among Sun Blaze.
As the sole faction behind Five Colors Island with good relations with Three Worlds Island, Sui Lin’s opening words undoubtedly set a positive tone for this Sun Blaze meeting.
And following his words, one after another voices resounded.
"Su Lan of Ten Thousand Demons comes to pay respect..."
"Kui Huo of Northern Underworld comes to pay respect..."
"Gu Tai of Yellow Dragon World..."
...
One Sun Blaze after another declared themselves, each bearing prominent names in the stellar space, especially the initial few from top-tier domains, who were notably significant. Besides the initial Sun Blaze from top-tier factions, those announcing themselves thereafter were also not to be overlooked, as behind each one stood a powerful faction.
Under normal circumstances, these formidable figures would rarely be seen by ordinary cultivators, but today, here they appeared as if at no cost, gathering en masse.
Lu Ye courteously saluted each one, and carefully noted their appearances and names.
Having reached the Sun Blaze level, from now on, these people will be whom he interacts with primarily.
Numerous Sun Blaze discretely observed and, seeing his appropriate responses, quietly nodded in approval.
"Having traveled from afar, you grace Three Worlds Island, please come in, I have ordered a banquet prepared to welcome and refresh all Fellow Daoists!"
"Very well, very well."
Shortly afterwards, within a palace in the local island cultivator guard area on Three Worlds Island, Lu Ye sat at the head seat, with Sun Blaze from various factions seated on both sides, with various spirit fruit and fine wine served in succession, as all conversed with laughter and harmony, exhibiting a cordial atmosphere.
Both Lu Ye and the visiting Sun Blaze clearly understood one thing: their willingness to ascend and visit Three Worlds Island at this time, and as guests, signified their recognition of Three Worlds Island’s governance and control over All Phenomena Ocean. Those like Shern Yun who did not recognize, were already obliterated.
Under absolute and powerful suppression, all Sun Blaze were made to realize that Three Worlds Island possesses the capability and qualification to oversee All Phenomena Ocean; given this, there was nothing more to critique, though some may remain resentful, none would dare make a fuss given the precedent set by Shern Yun.
Currently seated here, their sole discussion centered on future interests!
It cannot be denied that All Phenomena Ocean’s existence over these years brought significant benefits to the present factions, especially upon occupying Spirit Islands, allowing their cultivators to settle and accelerate their cultivation speed and efficiency, undoubtedly expediting the growth of their cultivators.
Moreover, having such a place to trade mutually offers great benefits to any faction, as every domain and star system has its own specialties; within one’s domain they might be considered ordinary, yet to others, they are precious and rare items, thus transactions would yield greater value.
However, being experienced and wise participants, none initially mentioned such matters, all just exchanged pleasantries.
Taking advantage of the opportunity, Gu Tai from Yellow Dragon World particularly fostered relations with Lu Ye, for after the closure of the Asura Field, Gu Sheng had returned to Yellow Dragon World and mentioned Lu Ye’s name, holding him in high regard.
"The friend Gu Sheng spoke highly of must be you, Fellow Daoist?" Gu Tai asked with a smile.
Lu Ye replied, "Indeed, I previously ventured to the Asura Field to train for a while, and there enjoyed engaging conversations with Gu Sheng."
"Truly impressive younger generation." Gu Tai lamented, for in the current Yellow Dragon World, Gu Sheng undoubtedly represented the most talented, yet even Gu Sheng was currently in seclusion and whether he might smoothly advance to Sun Blaze remained uncertain; in comparison, Lu Ye had not only already advanced to Sun Blaze but also accomplished such great feats, today seated here conversing as peers.
By contrast, Gu Sheng, held in high hopes by Yellow Dragon World, paled significantly.
"How is Gu Sheng faring nowadays?" Lu Ye asked, harboring a bit of guilt towards Gu Sheng and Arbuluo, as the trio had promised to explore the secrets of the Asura Field together, yet he was beckoned away by the Sky Asura Race, unable to maintain contact with them subsequently, and never managed to meet again until the Asura Field’s closure.
