Chapter 141: Fight for Spots..!
Suddenly, beside Tony, Academy Master Da Vinci appeared with a smiling face. His entire expression seemed to say only one sentence: Didn’t I tell you about this already?
"How did you know about this before everyone else?" Tony asked in surprise while staring at the gigantic World Tree Blessing pod floating above the Pacific Ocean.
Da Vinci only smiled mysteriously at his question.
"You will know when the time comes," he replied calmly. "But the real problem right now is that there are very limited spots available for the World Tree Blessing. It is your duty to secure one."
Tony stared at Da Vinci with a doubtful look.
Da Vinci continued explaining while staring at the glowing golden pod. "Sixty-six spots were already handed over to the Demonic Sea Tribe. We only have two hundred and sixty-four left. And I am absolutely sure that this time no family will receive reserved spots like before."
"What do you mean?" Tony interrupted.
"Everyone will have to fight for even a single spot. It will be a dog fight among families and many would miss their chance to get world tree blessing." Da Vinci said with a confident look.
"What do you think will happen?" Tony asked curiously. "How will they decide who can enter? There are thousands of Peak Grandmaster disciples around the world."
"I don’t know." Da Vinci rubbed his chin thoughtfully. "Now the final decision rests entirely with the Octopus Organization. If I had to guess... they will probably conduct either a competition or some type of lottery system to decide the distribution of the spots."
Tony immediately scoffed. "I don’t know about the lottery system... but if they place a competition, I will definitely secure my spot. In any case, you are there to get one for me."
Da Vinci laughed lightly after hearing that. "Tchhh... Do you really think you are my only hope? Don’t underestimate me." He suddenly looked at Tony seriously. "Along with you, I already have three more disciples working under me. They also promised to bring me what I want. So you better compete properly."
"If you fail... there are others available for me." Da Vinci paused slightly before smiling again. "But you would miss a golden opportunity if you fail to retrieve that 500-year lifespan treasure."
"Wait... You already have backup plans?" Tony stared at him speechlessly. "It’s okay, I don’t mind competition... but when exactly are you planning to reveal the details to me? Without knowing anything, how can I blindly search for some mysterious 500-year lifespan treasure?"
Da Vinci only shook his head. "You don’t need to worry about that. When you officially secure a confirmed spot for the World Tree Blessing... I will personally reveal the information to you. Until then, use either your family influence or your own strength to secure a place."
After saying those words, Da Vinci floated away silently towards Master Long.
Tony remained standing there while staring at the Academy Master’s disappearing back with narrowed eyes. He already expected Da Vinci to prepare multiple backup candidates. After all, Tony still hadn’t revealed all his trump cards or his full potential yet.
"What was that about?" A familiar elderly voice echoed beside him.
Tony turned around immediately. Supreme Kent Clark had appeared silently beside him again.
"We have a small deal," Tony replied casually. "I was just asking him for World Tree Blessing spots."
Kent Clark narrowed his eyes slightly. "Be careful with that fellow."
Tony’s expression changed slightly.
"Why?"
Kent stared toward the distant sky before replying calmly. "Recently, I received information that Academy Master Da Vinci has connections with the Demonic Sea Tribe."
Tony’s heart skipped slightly.
"He isn’t necessarily a bad person," Kent continued calmly. "But it would still be wise for you to remain vigilant around him."
Tony nodded respectfully afterward. "Understood, Ancestor."
Before Kent could continue further— Master Long’s ancient voice echoed across the entire ocean region.
"What are all of you waiting for? Let’s go decide what to do next."
The surrounding Supreme Warriors immediately began moving toward the temporary Octopus Organization meeting platform.
Just then— a mocking female voice suddenly echoed from the sea direction.
"Old Long..."
Everyone immediately turned around.
The Demonic Sea Tribe leader Luka floated above the ocean surface while smiling coldly.
"According to your word... our tribe receives sixty-six spots. Don’t go back on your promise. And prepare your humans properly... otherwise nobody will return alive from this World Tree Blessing."
Several human Supreme Warriors frowned deeply after hearing that warning.
Luka then slowly snapped her fingers.
SHOOOOOK!!!
Immediately, all the giant shell-shaped crystal pods sank beneath the ocean surface once again.
The sea waters closed instantly afterward as if nothing had ever appeared there.
Within moments, the entire Demonic Sea Tribe vanished completely.
Since the World Tree Blessing still had not ripened fully, nobody could forcefully interfere with it.
The Octopus Organization immediately began sealing the surrounding oceanic zone entirely. Satellite signals were blocked. False internet reports were released instantly to confuse civilian governments.
Military ships began surrounding the Pacific area secretly.
The martial world was already moving faster than ordinary human nations could react.
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Meanwhile...
The news about the World Tree Blessing finally exploded across the Martial Network. The entire internet descended into madness instantly.
"THE WORLD TREE BLESSING APPEARED!!!"
"ONLY 330 TOTAL SPOTS!!!"
"Demonic Sea Tribe already claimed 66 places!!!"
"The remaining spots are for humans!!!"
Thousands of discussions exploded within minutes. Fantasy stories immediately began spreading everywhere.
Some claimed that a God-level inheritance was hidden inside the blessing Some said ancient ghosts guarded the inner-realm. Some claimed a mythical weapon existed inside the World Tree core itself.
Others even spread rumors that immortality seeds were hidden within the blessing.
The stories became more exaggerated every passing hour.
But despite all the chaos... Everyone only cared about one question... "How will the spots be distributed?"
Unlike previous World Tree Blessings, where at least one thousand spots existed for humanity, this time only two-hundred and sixty-four human spots remained.
Normally, major families automatically secured thirty to fifty reserved positions directly through influence. But now? Everything changed completely.
Immediately, the Clark Family, Imperial British Family, Frost Family, Moon goddess family, Baku Tribe of Nigeria and dozens of other influential factions began pressuring the Octopus Organization for reserved allocations.
At the same time, countless smaller factions and loyal tribes also rushed toward the Octopus Houses demanding fair distribution.
Many feared the Octopus Organization would side entirely with the major-powers and leave only scraps for everyone else.
To control the chaos, the octopus organization heads met in the Nine Lotus academy. All Seven House-Masters gathered urgently alongside Master Long and Academy Master Da Vinci.
The discussions continued for hours nonstop. And the entire martial-world waited anxiously for their decision.
