C268 The Basso Civilization Descended
Chu Yi, you lack martial virtue!
This was the sole thought that flashed through Lee Gang's mind before he succumbed to unconsciousness.
Why had he greeted Chu Yi with a smile?
Was it not to save face in the event of his defeat?
Indeed, Chu Yi hadn't taken him down with a single blow, but what difference did it make now between one strike or two?
With a heavy heart filled with reluctance, Lee Gang slipped into a dream where he was unbeatable, making Chu Yi whimper in defeat...
...
After a multitude of silent moments, someone let out a deep sigh.
"True to form, Chu Yi's fights are the least interesting..."
Yes, they ended all too swiftly.
Is Chu Yi known for being quick?
"However, this time Chu Yi did show some consideration for us as spectators, moving from one punch to two. That's a form of respect for the audience, isn't it?"
Upon reading this, many fell into an even deeper silence.
Is that the case?
Or perhaps, it is...
The first group's battle in the third round had concluded.
Chu Yi's opponent had now advanced to the fourth round of the group matches.
What followed were the battles of the other groups.
Naturally, these clashes captivated the general public. Many had anticipated the outcomes, as experts often prefaced each match with insights into the fighters' relative strengths. With such clear groupings, the final results were usually visible before the battles even began.
Yet, the fights were spectacular!
Despite knowing the outcomes beforehand, witnessing the clashes between these prodigies still set the public's hearts racing.
To the truly elite, however, such battles could seem somewhat lackluster.
Indeed, this battle had drawn the gaze of many top-tier beings, not just the elite Diamonds, but also those at the Half Step to War God and even War God Level.
Regrettably, the younger generation's performance had left some of them underwhelmed.
It wasn't that the young fighters lacked skill; it was that the expectations placed upon them were exceedingly high.
After all, these were the prodigies born as Earth Civilization stood on the cusp of ascending to the Second Level.
Typically, as a civilization nears advancement, its destiny surges, producing exceptional beings from such an era. Regardless of their innate gifts, they are poised to rise swiftly and dazzle their era.
But now...
Some War Gods were shaking their heads in disbelief.
They were well aware that their expectations might be too lofty. Even given the era, it was unrealistic to expect every prodigy to reach such a formidable level of power.
Most prodigies would simply serve as a backdrop to those who shone more brightly.
By morning's end, the four groups had completed their matches, setting the stage for the afternoon's competition.
Lee Zi was slated to return to the fray later that day.
Her upcoming opponent was formidable, but not insurmountable, especially when compared to the dual-element genetic power prodigy she had previously faced.
Thus, Lee Zi was expected to secure a victory without much difficulty.
Chu Yi's thoughts, however, were already on the potential fourth round of competition that could take place the next day.
He wasn't concerned for himself; he was confident that none of the competitors were a match for his abilities.
His concern was for Lee Zi's forthcoming challenger.
She would be facing Young Master Lee, one of the distinguished Four Young Masters of Fairmoor.
This opponent was a top-tier prodigy.
Currently, these seeded players had attained the pinnacle of the middle Gold rank. With the right motivation, they could ascend to a true High Order Gold status in record time.
Chu Yi was acutely aware of the vast resources and formidable treasures at the disposal of these families.
With access to such valuable assets, the capabilities of these prodigies could be further enhanced.
It wasn't an overstatement to say that, should they opt to expedite their advancement, they could potentially reach the Diamond rank within a matter of days!
The Chu Yi of the past might have envied such a strategy, as he once viewed his body merely as a vessel—a puppet designed to wield the supreme power of the Immortal Dao.
But since Chu Yi had come to fully embrace his Immortal Dao power, his physical strength, and the demonic path of the Immortal Demon Temple, he had discovered an entirely new way—a path that transcended both immortals and demons, surpassing even the ultimate limits of the Immortal Demon Temple.
As a result, the Chu Yi of today would never hastily elevate his realm.
Should he come into possession of such treasures, Chu Yi would refrain from using them. Instead, he would focus on honing his current realm to perfection before contemplating any advancement.
Chu Yi was diligently working to suppress his own realm. He was aware that while he was a formidable force within the Bronze and Silver levels, he still fell short of the peerless prodigies from the higher civilizations.
In the same realm, Chu Yi simply couldn't match up to his counterpart.
The issue wasn't just that his foundational power wasn't strong enough; it was that his opponent had undoubtedly honed their abilities to perfection. While not invincible within their realm, they were certainly at the pinnacle of their power. But Chu Yi? He had a long way to go.
Thus, Chu Yi intended to address the deficiencies in his Silver and Bronze level abilities before he would consider advancing further.
For anyone else, missing the chance to improve would be just that—a missed opportunity, impossible to recover from.
But for Chu Yi, it was a simple task!
Of course, it would take considerably more time than before, but for the sake of his future, Chu Yi was willing to make that sacrifice.
"Lee Zi, Young Master Lee's body harbors an immense power," Chu Yi said earnestly.
"It must be his hidden strength."
With a serious expression, Chu Yi addressed Lee Zi.
On the surface, Lee Zi might not be the strongest among her peers, but she was certainly among the top three.
If Young Master Lee and Lee Zi were to cast aside all else and engage in true combat, Lee Zi would undoubtedly emerge victorious.
Lee Zi's superiority in her origin allowed her to overpower her opponent. Although her realm was slightly weaker, the physical enhancements from the Five Elements Original Combat Body were enough to compensate for her strength, making her a formidable presence.
Moreover, Lee Zi's invaluable combat experience from the Elite Battles of the Human Genius made her a force to be reckoned with, surpassing those Young Masters. Even compared to the elite prodigies from the government, she was in no way inferior.
But the concern was the opponent's trump card—that was Chu Yi's greatest fear.
If the opponent played their trump card, could Lee Zi handle it?
Seeing Chu Yi's hint of worry, Lee Zi smiled reassuringly and said, "Chu Yi, I understand. If it truly becomes necessary, I'll unleash the full power of my combat form..."
Lee Zi also had a significant advantage up her sleeve.
Her edge was incomparable to anyone else's.
Chu Yi truly didn't want Lee Zi to reveal her capabilities just yet. If possible, he preferred to keep her hidden even during the national war. When the time came for Milky Way Academy's enrollment, Lee Zi could then demonstrate her abilities exclusively to the recruiting teachers.
After all, it was better for as few people as possible to know about the Five Elements Original Combat Body before Lee Zi fully matured.
However, if push came to shove, Chu Yi wouldn't hesitate to let Lee Zi unleash her full potential.
It was a complex mix of emotions.
"Alright, I'm ready to make my entrance."
With a gentle smile at Chu Yi, Lee Zi stepped down from the battlefield.
It was now her moment to take the stage.
Indeed, Lee Zi was even more popular than Chu Yi.
The cheers for Lee Zi as she made her entrance dwarfed those for Chu Yi.
And it wasn't just Chu Yi—she outshone the other seeded players by a wide margin.
She walked calmly to the center of the arena, eyeing her opponent.
This time, Lee Zi's adversary was still a top-notch prodigy from the government.
His strength was formidable.
Indeed, any genius who had made it to the third round was bound to be strong.
The third round geniuses represented the top eight in their group.
With only eight groups total, this meant they were among the top 64 contenders in the entire National Examinations!
The top 64 of the National Examinations...
The National Examinations had attracted an assembly of peerless geniuses. The government had deployed its most impressive lineup, not to mention the powerful and influential families.
It wasn't an overstatement to say that the geniuses present were the crème de la crème of the Adirang Region, a terrifyingly talented group.
Being in the top 64 of the National Examinations essentially placed them among the top 100 of the younger generation of this era!
Faced with such an opponent, Lee Zi took the challenge seriously.
She was not Chu Yi, lacking the support of a High Order Gold rank, so Lee Zi had to be earnest...
...
On the outskirts of the solar system.
Here lay the very fringe of the solar system. One step forward would bring you into the solar system, while one step back would mean leaving the solar system entirely, venturing beyond the civilized realms governed by the Earth Union.
At this moment, a vast array of over a thousand spaceships of varying sizes was meticulously arrayed before them. Each vessel exuded a distinct aura, and regardless of their size, they were clearly segregated into different zones based on their flags.
Suddenly, a streak of light flashed across the sky. In the blink of an eye, a modestly-sized spaceship came to a halt in front of the multitude. Its design starkly contrasted with that of the other ships, yet its arrival rippled through the scene like a boulder dropped into a placid lake—not just a pebble, but a substantial rock, sending shockwaves throughout.
In unison, the thousands of spaceships erupted, launching a dazzling display of lights and weaponry. This was not an act of aggression, but rather a universal gesture of welcome among the stars.
Moments later, figures emerged from the various factions of the massive fleet. Here, in the cosmic void, one could only traverse if they possessed the might of a Sky Level War God.
One by one, a total of eleven Sky War Gods emerged from the different camps, each one a testament to the profound strength of the Terran Federation.
