đź“– Chapter 1002 - Sixteenth Young Master!
Wang Baole didn’t need to wait long. On the third day after he returned to Mars, ripples of crimson flame suddenly appeared just outside the newly-expanded solar system.
These ripples seemed to appear out of thin air, and they split into more and more as they spread. To the naked eye, countless overlapping ripples could be seen, layer upon layer rapidly spreading outward.
At first glance, the rippling starry sky was like a formerly calm lake which a large stone had been tossed into. But because the ripples were made of flames, it was more like sea of fire instead. After a few dozen breaths of time, the spreading sea of flames began to churn, and an illusory figure slowly materialized at its center.
When that figure appeared, a monstrous aura that seemed capable of shaking the starry sky erupted from it, causing the churning sea of fire to become even more turbulent. At the same time, the surrounding space began to crack, as if on the verge of breaking down.
It seemed that… the one who was arriving was far too powerful, so its mere existence caused the starry sky to tremble. Even the solar system seemed to twist. Clearly, if this terrifying existence harbored ill intentions, it would take but a thought to completely annihilate the entire solar system!
However, the illusory figure was clearly restraining itself slightly. Its aura soon retracted, no longer spreading out over the solar system but instead converging inside its body. At the same time, the figure’s half-materialized body was swiftly growing solid.
Finally, its true appearance was revealed!
What appeared in the sea of fire was an old ox wreathed in flame. This ox’s entire body was red, and the body standing on the sea of flames was tens of thousands of meters long. Moreover… this size was only after it restrained itself. It hadn’t revealed its true form to the fullest extent.
But even so, the surrounding space was instantly on the verge of collapse. The horrifying pressure radiating from the ox already surpassed the Eternal Star Realm and was even comparable to a Star Domain Realm Almighty.
This kind of terrifying existence was rare anywhere. Whether it was the Left Dao Holy Region or the Unorthodox Holy Region, such a being could run rampant. The vast majority of civilizations wouldn’t be able to put up the slightest resistance in front of it.
Naturally, the Dao Palace’s ancestor instantly noticed its arrival. His breathing hastened, and as he stared in the direction of the old ox, his expression changed again and again. He slowly stood up, about to speak, but at that moment…
The old ox who appeared outside the solar system spoke first. It didn’t speak to just one person, but rather spread its divine will throughout the entire solar system. No matter what they were doing, all living things in the solar system instantly heard a majestic voice filled with the vicissitudes of life!
“By the order of the exalted Flame Patriarch, old servant Flame Ghost is here to escort the sixteenth young master, Wang Baole, back to the Raging Flame Galaxy!”
Its divine will swept through the solar system like a storm, resounding in the minds of all beings. The cultivators of the Dao Palace were all shocked, and even those who were unconscious and recovering from injuries instinctively trembled. As for the Star Domain Realm ancestor on the third altar, his eyes narrowed and his breathing hastened. Although he was slightly relieved now that he recognized the other party’s origin, he quickly became focused again.
Previously, when Wang Baole had claimed to be a disciple of the Flame Patriarch, he didn’t doubt him. However, he didn’t expect that Wang Baole’s identity would be even more astonishing than he’d imagined.
After all… was a normal disciple worthy of the Flame Patriarch sending a Star Domain Realm Almighty to personally fetch him?
“Aside from escorting him, this is also probably a show of force to intimidate my Dao Palace… as well as deter other forces. Anyone who’s been paying more attention to the solar system due to its fusion with the Divine Eye Civilization will have to restrain themselves…
“And all of this must be because Wang Baole is extremely important to the Flame Patriarch…” The Dao Palace’s ancestor fell silent. Wang Baole’s position in his heart immediately rose another notch.
At the same time, the countless people in the Federation, including Lin Tianhao, Liu Daobin, and many others familiar with Wang Baole, were all shocked as the voice echoed in their minds.
"Sixteenth young master?"
"Wang Baole..."
“Although I have no clue what that means, it sounds pretty badass!”
“As expected of the guardian of my Federation! As expected of the creator of the Martian Special Region!! As expected of the leader who I, Liu Daobin, have followed all my life!!!”
As uproars broke out all over the Federation, the top officials like Zhao Yameng’s mother, Li Xingwen, Sect Master Xu, Lin You, and the others all inhaled sharply and looked toward Mars.
Wang Baole had already mentioned the matter of going to the Raging Flame Galaxy to them, but although they thought they were mentally prepared, when the moment really came, their hearts were filled with shock.
The horrifying aura of the old ox, along with the words conveyed by its divine will, forced them to once again reevaluate just how great Wang Baole’s future status might be. Their already determined hearts grew even more determined at this moment.
Zhao Yameng’s mother even suddenly thought that once Zhao Yameng came back, she would have to have a serious talk with her about her future with Wang Baole.
At the same time, she made up her mind to take special care of Zhou Xiaoya. This was because she was worried that Wang Baole would one day walk too far away and gradually become alienated from the Federation.
Although this possibility wasn’t too great, it was the Federation President’s job to plan for such situations. When it came to people who could serve as ties between Wang Baole and the Federation, aside from his parents, there were also his women.
As all living things were shaken and varying thoughts ran through everyone’s minds, Wang Baole suddenly put down the bowl and chopsticks in his hands and stood up. Looking at his parents with a reluctant expression, he bowed deeply.
“Dad, Mom… I don’t know how long I’ll be gone, but it probably won’t be too long… Take care!”
“Go on, Baole. You take care as well…” Wang Baole’s mother suppressed her sadness and spoke with a gentle voice. His father also nodded, and they watched as Wang Baole’s figure gradually faded away.
After he disappeared completely, his mother couldn’t bear it any longer and burst into tears.
Out in the starry sky, Wang Baole sighed softly. He didn’t want to go, but the moment he stepped on the path of cultivation, there was no going back. It was like sailing against the current – not advancing was the same as falling behind. Only if he endlessly moved forward would he be able to protect everything he wanted to protect, as well as step into the wider world.
At the same time, Wang Baole was full of gratitude toward the Flame Patriarch. He knew that the divine will that swept across the solar system was a show of his master’s care, not only deterring outside forces but reassuring his family and friends.
Wang Baole was very happy to feel his master’s kind intentions. As he stood in the starry sky, he looked down at Earth and vaguely saw the figure of a woman standing atop the rebuilt Ethereal Dao College.
Her hair fluttered in the wind, covering her face, but it couldn’t conceal the soft and gentle gaze in her eyes.
Wang Baole stared at her for a long time before finally nodding. Then, he turned his head and moved to… leave the solar system!
This time, he wasn’t worried about the Federation. Whether it was the agreement with the Vast Expanse Dao Palace or the improvement of all beings after the fusion with the Divine Eye Civilization, the current Federation was already completely different from before.
Not only was it far more powerful now, there was also the shadow of the Flame Patriarch behind it. Thus, the Federation’s future development wouldn’t have any obstacles.
“Alright then… let’s see how big this universe really is!” Wang Baole’s eyes were bright and he was in high spirits. It took him mere moments to cross the solar system and appear in the starry sky outside of it. There, he saw the vast sea of fire, as well as the terrifying existence at the center of the flames… the old ox!