High-Level Martial Era

Like Li Yuan, his earlier comprehension was focused on Space Cutting, one of the two major directions of the world.

Over these years, while constructing the Spiritual Void Realm, he also gained some insights into the direction of ’Virtual and Real’.

“It hasn’t been long.”

“Nie Hu True God shouldn’t find it difficult to carry out the Inquiry.” Li Yuan thought silently.

The Time Retrospection Technique is extremely hard to perform; the further one tries to trace back into the past, the harder it becomes.

Ordinary True Gods can at most reverse time within a small area for events that occurred one or two days ago… and that’s under the condition that no other experts interfere with space.

If there are experts adept in the Space Dao deliberately disrupting spatial fluctuations, performing retrospective spells becomes even harder.

…

Swish~ Along with the spell’s execution.

When Liu Bing appeared in front of Li Yuan, that green leaf directly killed the Blood Sigil True God.

“This? What kind of treasure is this?” Hong Kai True God was puzzled as he witnessed the scene.

Nie Hu True God’s expression remained indifferent on the surface, but his heart was deeply shaken: “Could it be… the legendary Shattering Sky Leaf? How could such a Supreme Treasure appear in the possession of a Flying Serpent?”

“Could the treasure belong to the Flying Serpent? Otherwise, why would Li Yuan summon it?” Numerous thoughts flashed through Nie Hu True God’s mind.

The two True Gods grew increasingly curious about Li Yuan.

The void scene continued to rewind.

Soon, the scene of the Blood Sigil True God taking the initiative to attack appeared… leading all the way to the ambush on Li Yuan and Zhuang Long.

The truth was laid bare.

“This Blood Sigil True God, as a Guardian General who commands the military power of an entire Star System, secretly ordering the Garrison to strike down passing Void Gods—despicable! Unforgivable!” Hong Kai True God’s expression darkened as he turned to Li Yuan, saying, “Li Yuan Divine Son, I regret that you were alarmed.”

“You are too polite, Hong Kai True God,” Li Yuan said, though he did not seem particularly pleased.

The loss this time had been considerable.

The Secret Treasure wielded by Liu Bing—under normal circumstances, even a True God Limit Expert sacrificing their entire wealth wouldn’t necessarily be able to trade for it.

“Very well.”

“Since the matter has been clarified, let us each compile an investigation report and submit it to the Heart Dream Domain for further review,” Nie Hu True God said. “The cleanup and thorough investigation of the remnants are now in your hands, Hong Kai.”

If the Blood Sigil True God could order the Garrison to conduct ambushes in secret, it was unlikely this was the only unit implicated.

With persistence, the full extent of the conspiracy could certainly be uncovered.

“Understood, I will thoroughly investigate and report back to the Inspector.” Hong Kai True God nodded.

In truth, his position was significantly lower than Nie Hu True God’s.

“Li Yuan.”

“In that case, I will first escort you to the Divine Court branch on Da Shi Star,” Nie Hu True God said, “so that you may proceed to the Divine Court Headquarters for cultivation as soon as possible.”

“Alright.” Li Yuan had no objections.

With a True God Limit Expert as an escort, his safety was assured… and Li Yuan trusted him.

If even a Purple Garment True God from the Divine Court couldn’t be trusted, who could be?

“Hong Kai True God, I look forward to discussing matters with you in the Heart Dream Domain in the future,” Li Yuan said with a smile.

“Very well.” Hong Kai True God nodded.

“Brother Zhuang Long, farewell. We shall meet again when I return to the Mohe Star Domain in the future,” Li Yuan said, smiling.

Li Yuan hailed from the Northern Hill Mortal Domain and was therefore by default recognized as belonging to the ’Mohe Star Domain’.

As a Purple Garment Divine Son, if he ever Ascended to God, it was customary to return to his home star domain to take on a Divine Court position.

“Alright, I’ll wait for your return, Brother Li Yuan,” Zhuang Long Void God quickly replied.

Whoosh~

Nie Hu True God released an invisible power that enveloped Li Yuan. With a flash of light, the two instantly appeared at a Transmission Array tens of thousands of kilometers away.

Accompanied by a burst of brilliant light shooting into the skies, the two vanished from the Transmission Array.

Ordinary activation of a Transmission Array consumed a massive amount of resources, which is why multiple transmissions would usually be planned together… However, for a powerful True God like Nie Hu, such expenses were insignificant.

In the void.

Only Hong Kai True God and Zhuang Long Void God remained.

“Disciple, fortune and misfortune are intertwined. This time, your life-threatening journey involves its share of calamities. The Black Garrison’s ambush was one such trial,” Hong Kai True God said with a sigh. “But it was also a stroke of fortune, for you have managed to form an acquaintance with someone as extraordinary as Li Yuan.”

“If he truly recognizes you…” Hong Kai True God’s tone became solemn. “Then perhaps, in the future, you may surpass even your master.”

“What?” Zhuang Long Void God was stunned.

In his understanding, Purple Garment Divine Sons were extraordinary, but they couldn’t be that powerful, could they?

“Li Yuan Divine Son is indeed remarkable,” Zhuang Long Void God couldn’t help but say. “But even if he Ascends to God, he will likely only become a True God at most… Even if he eventually Ascends to Heavenly Divine, who knows how many years that will take.”

“Wrong!”

“Disciple, your knowledge applies only to normal Purple Garment Divine Sons,” Hong Kai True God corrected him. “However, even among Purple Garment Divine Sons, there are distinctions.”

“From what I know, around half of the Purple Garment Divine Sons fall during the life-and-death struggles and trials arranged by the Divine Court Headquarters,” said Hong Kai True God.

“Half?” Zhuang Long Void God was dumbfounded. “Such extraordinary talents… shouldn’t they be heavily protected?”

He couldn’t fathom it!

In Divine Court branches, even powerful Silver Garment Demigods were often afforded considerable protection.

“The headquarters’ approach to nurturing talent differs greatly from the mindset of our star domain branches,” Hong Kai True God remarked. “To us, if someone shows potential to become a True God, we will spare no effort to nurture them… But to the rulers of the Divine Court Headquarters? True God? True God Limit? Cultivating them is meaningless.”

“At the very least, they must Ascend to Heavenly Divine for it to hold any real value.”

Zhuang Long held his breath; this was information his teacher had seldom shared with him before.

Today’s revelation likely stemmed from the influence of ’Li Yuan’.

“Without experiencing countless crucibles and undergoing constant Transformation, even a Purple Garment Divine Son may fail to Ascend to Heavenly Divine,” Hong Kai True God said. “Even so, of those who survive, only about fifty percent manage to Ascend to Heavenly Divine.”

“Fifty percent?”

“Which means, only one-quarter of Purple Garment Divine Sons ultimately Ascend to Heavenly Divine?” Zhuang Long Void God thought in shock.