C94 Eighth Level Civilization of the Universe!

There was no need for further words.

Chu Yun's meaningful gaze rendered both Chu Yi and Lee Zi silent.

"Chu Yi, your vigilance is commendable. We're aware that you're harboring a secret."

After a brief pause, Chu Yun continued with a smile, "The Chu family doesn't need your secret because, after all..."

"You are already part of the Chu family."

Chu Yi shuddered at the realization.

Indeed, he was a member of the Chu family.

Moreover, as Chu Cencen had mentioned, he was the sole male descendant of the Chu family's third generation.

So...

"Of course, you can share with us whenever you're ready."

"I'm not here to pressure you, but there are some things I need to show you."

With that, Chu Yun rose to his feet.

"Come with me."

Without hesitation, Chu Yi followed Chu Yun.

"And Lee Zi, you should come too."

Chu Yun turned to Lee Zi with a warm smile, "After all, you'll eventually become a member of the Chu family..."

Lee Zi's cheeks turned a rosy hue, yet she grasped Chu Yun's implication.

If she went with him, she would undoubtedly become part of the Chu family. Should she and Chu Yi part ways, the Chu family wouldn't allow an outsider privy to their secrets to continue existing.

But if she chose not to go...

It would indicate that Lee Zi still harbored doubts about Chu Yi and was uncertain about their future together.

It was a decision to be made.

Without any hesitation, Lee Zi offered a sweet smile and followed.

"Alright, Uncle."

Chu Yun's grin grew even more radiant.

Not only Chu Yun but also Chu Cencen beamed with joy.

Yet, to Chu Yi, Chu Cencen's smile seemed tinged with a hint of schadenfreude...

A few steps later, Chu Yun pushed open a door at the very back.

"Alright, come in..."

Though uncertain of what lay inside, Chu Yi could tell by Chu Yun's solemn demeanor that it was a secret of the Chu family.

Inside the room, Chu Yi surveyed his surroundings, finding nothing particularly astonishing.

The room was stark in its simplicity, almost bare.

Aside from a device resembling a medical pod at the center, it was devoid of anything else.

Chu Yi understood that the pod must be the focal point.

At first glance, this device resembled a medical pod, but upon closer inspection, one would notice numerous differences. Overall, it appeared more like something out of a science fiction future.

"This is one of the Chu family's secrets..." Chu Yun said, gesturing proudly toward the array of equipment.

Chu Yi glanced at Lee Zi, who was standing next to him, and she appeared to be deep in thought.

"Alright, Lee Zi, there's no need to puzzle over it anymore," Chu Yi said.

"This is the device you've been imagining..." he continued, looking at Lee Zi.

A curious light flickered in Lee Zi's eyes. Responding to Chu Yi's inquisitive look, she began to explain, "We refer to this as a talent test instrument. In essence, it assesses aptitude."

Aptitude testing... While such devices were commonplace, there was nothing inherently extraordinary about them. However, Chu Yi was no fool. If the Chu family treasured this instrument and considered it one of their greatest secrets, then surely it was not as straightforward as he had initially thought.

"This test instrument is unlike the ones we're accustomed to using. It's the creation of a highly advanced civilization," Lee Zi clarified.

After a brief pause, she elaborated, "A civilization that is exceedingly advanced."

Lee Zi couldn't specify just how advanced it was. But she knew it was at least of the Sixth Level or higher.

First Level Civilizations were known as Planetary Civilizations, those that had just begun to communicate with the broader Cosmic Civilization.

A Second Level Civilization was a Star System Civilization. This referred to a relatively small galaxy; for instance, the Terran Federation would be eligible to govern the entire solar system upon reaching the Second Level.

The Third Level Civilization, known as the Empire Civilization, could encompass dozens of galaxies. Although the Third and Fourth Level Civilizations differed in scale, they were both considered Small Star System Civilizations.

A Fourth Level Civilization was a true Star Civilization, akin to the vastness of the Milky Way. Such civilizations were referred to as Great Star System Civilizations. The Milky Way Federation, Earth's home civilization, was a Fourth Level Civilization that had truly entered the Great Star System.

The Fifth Level Civilization represented the pinnacle of the Great Star System Civilizations. Typically, a weaker Fifth Level Civilization might control only two Great Star Systems. However, the most powerful among them could command hundreds or even thousands of large galaxies.

Indeed, the chasm between Fifth Level Civilizations is vast.

Yet, regardless of their number of star systems, if they cannot overcome the barrier's constraints, they remain Fifth Level Civilizations.

The Fifth Level Civilization is the storied Cosmic Civilization.

This is the extent of civilization that Chu Yi and Lee Zi were aware of.

For them, the Fifth Level Civilization represented the pinnacle of their knowledge, but both were acutely aware that it was not the ultimate stage of civilization.

"You both have a good grasp of the details, but your understanding is limited to this point," Chu Yun said, giving Lee Zi an approving glance before turning to Chu Yi.

"Fifth Level Civilization is not the final tier. There are even mightier civilizations beyond it!"

"Such as the Sixth Level Civilization, the Seventh Level Civilization, and even—"

"The Eighth Level Civilization!"

Yes, the Eighth Level Civilization, far surpassing the Fifth Level in magnitude!

"The Sixth Level Civilization dominates a Star Domain, an expanse so vast it's said to encompass countless star systems of varying sizes."

"The Sixth Level Civilization is the true hegemonic power."

"And beyond that lies the fabled Seventh Level Civilization..."

The Seventh Level Civilization is also referred to as the legendary level civilization. Why is that?

Because the Seventh Level Civilization governs multiple Star Domains!

For any civilization, having too vast a territory can be a burden, as the larger the domain, the greater the effort required to manage it. Moreover, remote regions often elude effective governance.

However, the Seventh Level Civilization does not face this issue.

The reason is simple: such a legendary civilization has mastered Spatial Technology.

This is genuine Spatial Transportation Technology. Besides establishing standard teleportation formations in key Star Domains, they possess a one-way teleportation technology that, with sufficient resources, can send massive fleets to any location with spatial coordinates.

With the advent of Spatial Technology, the Seventh Level Civilization wields unprecedented control over each Star Domain, down to the furthest corners.

"So what about the Eighth Level Civilization?"

Chu Yi was already in awe of the Seventh Level.

The concept of Spatial Technology brought to mind the exalted sanctuaries of the Immortal Demon World!

Only those supreme sanctuaries could create teleportation formations. Indeed, for the most powerful beings, they could even traverse the void with sheer will or bodily force, effortlessly appearing wherever they desired.

However, their strength was merely individual and offered little benefit to the collective force or what we now call civilization.

After all, can one person transform into billions and be present in every corner of the world at any given moment?

That's why the teleportation formation is so crucial.

If a Seventh Level civilization is already this powerful, what about an Eighth Level civilization?

Chu Yi was brimming with curiosity.

"Eighth Level civilization..."

Chu Yun paused briefly, then looked at Chu Yi with a meaningful expression.

"Actually, we are part of an Eighth Level civilization!"

We are part of an Eighth Level civilization?

Chu Yi was bewildered, and Lee Zi was equally perplexed.

Their first thought was of the Terran Federation.

But the Terran Federation, not even close to an Eighth Level Civilization, was still not a Second Level Civilization and lacked the capability to fully control the entire solar system.

"Haha, I'm not kidding with you."

"And this is certainly no joke."

Chu Yun's demeanor turned serious.

"Eighth Level civilization means we are all part of it!"

"Because Eighth Level civilization is not just about ruling territories or technology anymore."

"Eighth Level civilization signifies the beginning!"

This was a closely guarded secret, known to only a few within the entire federal government.

"These things are known only to a handful of powerful individuals within the entire Terran Federation and even the whole Milky Way!"

A look of pride crossed Chu Yun's face.

Indeed, such profound secrets were known only to the Chu family.

What is depth?

Depth isn't just about what you possess.

The extent of your knowledge is also a form of depth, and it's the most profound kind.

"Race Civilization is about the civilization of a race!"

Race Civilization...

As these words emerged, Chu Yi immediately grasped the concept.

It was like the human race, present in every civilization. If you were to unite all humans from countless civilizations, the result would be...

Beyond imagination.

"Race Civilization is also Origin Civilization!"

"Origin Civilization represents the beginning of life."

"In other words, once life emerges somewhere and becomes part of an Eighth Level civilization, as long as the environment is conducive to the life forms of this Race Civilization, they will inevitably appear!"

This was the secret of racial origins, explaining why humans could be found in every corner of the universe!

Eighth Level civilization!

It's because the human race is part of the pinnacle of Origin Civilizations!

Chu Yi was astounded, and Lee Zi, standing beside him, found it equally inconceivable.

To achieve an Eighth Level Origin Civilization is to imprint one's essence into the very foundation of the cosmos.

What an earth-shattering accomplishment that is, enough to completely upend the perspectives of both Chu Yi and Lee Zi.

"This test instrument is a product of an Eighth Level civilization!"

Had it not been for Chu Yun's earlier explanation, Chu Yi and Lee Zi might not have been so profoundly impacted. But now, with a clear understanding of what an Eighth Level civilization entails, they could no longer underestimate the instrument before them.