đź“– Chapter 975 - Ever Heard of Him?
This voice reverberated like heavenly thunder. As soon as it rang out, the laws of the universe seemed to be affected, and ripples appeared in the starry sky. A vast presence descended, carrying with it countless bolts of genuine lightning that rumbled in from all directions!
Even the Eternal Star of the Divine Eye Civilization was affected, flickering as if in defiance. Unfortunately, countless runes emerged on the surface of the Eternal Star, instantly causing it to be suppressed.
This suppression also cut off the star’s connection with Wang Baole, making it impossible for him to use it for teleportation. The countless crystals that made up the crystal sphere blockading the Divine Eye Civilization were like the walls of a fortress, making it impossible for outsiders to get in and even more difficult for insiders to step out!
Only an almighty being in the Star Domain Realm would be able to ignore the crystal barricade. However, the Violet Gold Civilization knew that powerful factions with Star Domain cultivators wouldn’t be able to appear here for a short period of time. On the other hand, they themselves had been able to directly lure Wang Baole with Zhao Yameng and the others as bait. Thus, it could be said that the Violet Gold Civilization was ahead of everyone else in the race for Wang Baole’s Dao Planet!
If other forces eyeing the Dao Planet wanted to attack, they would have to first find Wang Baole. The crystal sphere outside the Divine Eye Civilization wasn’t just to prevent Wang Baole from escaping, but moreso to conceal the Divine Eye Civilization!
Even if the concealment didn’t last long, it would be enough time for the Violet Gold Civilization to take the Dao Planet. Once they had the Dao Planet, although they would quickly be discovered and eyed by larger forces, the Violet Gold Civilization had its own ways to deal with that. If left with no choice, they could just trade the Dao Planet away in exchange for huge benefits.
Thus, the Violet Gold Civilization’s Eternal Star cultivator’s eyes were filled undisguised greed. This time, his Violet Gold Civilization had mobilized two Eternal Star Realms and nine Planet Realms, and they even set up an inescapable net. All of this was because… they were determined to obtain the Dao Planet!
In fact, the moment they saw the “Divine Eye Civilization” after Wang Baole’s name on the Starfall List, they already knew that he was Long Nanzi. Thus, they immediately made a series of arrangements. These arrangements didn’t just include seizing Zhao Yameng and the others, but also plans for a situation where Wang Baole refused to show up. Moreover, the Violet Gold Civilization’s Eternal Star Realm patriarch had even paid a heavy price to divine Wang Baole’s hometown of Earth and the Federation.
It could be said that… for the sake of obtaining the Dao Planet, they were going all out. Although Wang Baole didn’t know the details, as he looked at the army encircling him, he could sense some things. However, his expression didn’t darken, and even the previously gloomy light in his eyes was swept away, replaced by a serene calmness indicative of committing to a certain decision.
When he heard the Violet Gold Civilization’s Eternal Star Realm cultivator growl his name, Wang Baole lifted his head and stared at that cultivator with a completely serene expression.
“I’ll give you a chance. Let my people go, begone from this Divine Eye Civilization, and give me an apology. Then… this seat won’t pursue this matter.” Locking eyes with that Eternal Star Realm cultivator, Wang Baole spoke in a cold voice.
As soon as his words rang out, all the Planet cultivators were stunned, and some from the Violet Gold Civilization couldn’t hold back their laughter.
The two Eternal Star cultivators were no different. The one behind Wang Baole revealed a contemptuous sneer, and the one locking gazes with him laughed loudly. The unbridled killing intent in that cultivator’s eyes grew even stronger.
“Did fusing with a Dao Planet turn you into an idiot? Long Nanzi, I don’t care if your real name is Wang Baole or whatever, and it doesn’t matter if you’re from Earth’s Federation or this Divine Eye Civilization. None of that matters in the slightest!
“Let me tell you, I’ll also give you a chance. Surrender now and obediently hand over the Dao Planet. Otherwise… not only will your friends here die because of you, the entire Divine Eye Civilization will also be wiped out. As for Earth… it’ll be blown to bits in an instant!” With those words, the Eternal Star Realm Almighty waved his right hand. The void next to him twisted, and an image appeared in it. It was the familiar solar system where Wang Baole had come from!
In the image, aside from the solar system, there was another Eternal Star Realm Almighty sitting cross-legged in the nearby starry sky. His cultivation base was so vast that his every move seemed to tug on the starry sky’s natural laws, and in his hand was a flickering ball of light that emitted terrifying fluctuations.
Wang Baole was only looking at an image projection, but he could tell that this ball of light contained enough power to instantly wipe out a civilization.
The Eternal Star Realm Almighty projecting the image had expected that Wang Baole would definitely have some reaction, but to his disappointment, Wang Baole’s expression barely changed, only showing some reminiscence in his eyes after taking a glance. There was no hint of aggrievement or worry in his eyes.
This made the Eternal Star Realm cultivator’s heart skip a beat. He quickly continued speaking.
“In addition, my Violet Gold Civilization has arranged a great curse formation throughout this piece of the starry sky. It can trace your bloodline, and everyone related to you will die!
“Weigh it carefully. The Dao Planet that you just obtained recently, or your home, your family, your friends, and everything you care about, including your life, too. Which is more important? Come on, tell me!”
Standing on the Starfall Boat, Wang Baole glanced at the bubble contained Zhao Yameng and the others. After listening to the Eternal Star Realm Almighty’s words, he fell silent.
His silence caused the two Eternal Star Realm cultivators from the Violet Gold Civilization to heave a sigh of relief. They were putting on a strong front, but they had actually been quite worried. After all, a Dao Planet wasn’t the same as a Special Planet. Although it wasn’t easy to split a Special Planet from its master and take control of it, civilizations like theirs had countless ways to do so.
But a Dao Planet was different; it involved ownership of a unique natural law. Unlike a Special Planet, a Dao Planet and its ownership could be considered to be engraved into the laws of the starry sky.
Like this, even forcibly removing it from Wang Baole’s body would be useless. With a single thought on Wang Baole’s part, it would return to its true owner. Furthermore, if Wang Baole were to be killed, the Dao Planet would just dissipate on its own and return to the Starfall Realm.
Thus, the one and only way to obtain a Dao Planet was for its master to voluntarily give it away, transferring the ownership of the Dao Planet to another.
Although the Violet Gold Civilization had encircled Wang Baole, they didn’t want to kill him. Their focus was on capturing him alive, tracking down his weaknesses, and doing everything they could to make him voluntarily give up his Planet!
And there was another unforeseen issue, which was that… although Wang Baole had returned from the Starfall Realm, the Starfall Boat remained. As long as he stood on the Starfall Boat, the Violet Gold Civilization wouldn’t dare to act rashly.
That was because they weren’t sure whether or not the Starfall Boat could escape from their net and bring Wang Baole away. If Wang Baole was really able to escape, then all their efforts would be wasted. Although he had appeared and they had clearly explained his situation, a Dao Planet was just too important, so they didn’t dare to be absolutely certain.
Thus, they had directly threatened Wang Baole in an attempt to disturb his thought process and prevent him from choosing to escape immediately.
Although Wang Baole didn’t know all these details, he could guess some of their thoughts from their reactions as well as what he knew of the way to transfer a Dao Planet. In fact, he had to admit that the Violet Gold Civilization had grasped some extremely important chips. If Wang Baole hadn’t made his decision, he would definitely have become extremely anxious and fallen into a passive position.
But now… he just sighed lightly.
“I originally planned to face you as an ordinary person…”
Wang Baole murmured, his expression and eyes remaining utterly serene. However, as he continued speaking, the look in his eyes gradually changed from indifference to a sort of helplessness that revealed an extreme loftiness and arrogance.
“I originally planned to go through this trial in a humble manner…”
The reason for the helplessness was because he had wanted to continue concealing himself, and the reason for his loftiness was that his next words would reveal his status. Although it wasn’t a supreme status, it was definitely an incredibly domineering one. When it fell into the ears of the surrounding Violet Gold Civilization cultivators, especially the two Eternal Star Realm Almighties, they all felt explosions go off in their minds!
“Fine then… As an ordinary person, in a humble manner, all I got in return was threats and humiliation. I don’t want to pretend anymore. Let me tell you all clearly – my true identity is the Flame Patriarch’s direct disciple!
“That’s right, my master is the Flame Patriarch. Ever heard of him?!” Wang Baole’s expression turned peerlessly arrogant. His voice instantly spread everywhere, like the rumbling of heavenly thunder!