Chapter 932: Attention

On the battle platform.

Dongbo Xueying suddenly retracted the seven Destruction Blossoms, causing Palace Master Wu Ma Hai, who had been trapped within, to momentarily falter. The previously translucent black petals had obscured the outside world, but now everything became crystal clear. The white-robed youth stood in the distance and spoke gently, his voice resonating in Wu Ma Hai’s ears: “Palace Master Wu Ma Hai, would you like to continue the test?”

Wu Ma Hai cast a complicated glance at Dongbo Xueying before transforming into a streak of light and flying back to his seat on the high platform. He sat down silently, not uttering a word.

He understood all too well…

Chaos Realm overlords were scattered across the Five Great Sacred Worlds and the vast chaotic void. Though they seemed few in number, collectively, they were not insignificant. The Void Celestial Palace alone had twelve, while the Ancestral Island and the Radiant Holy Land had even deeper reserves, their numbers no less than the Void Celestial Palace. Many Chaos Realm experts did not pledge allegiance to any sacred land—just the Seven Star Sea Sacred World alone had nearly a hundred. Among the Five Great Sacred Worlds, the Ancient Sacred World was the largest and most powerful, followed by the Eternal Sacred World, then the Mother Goddess World, the Eastern Scale Sacred World, and the Seven Star Sea Sacred World.

Moreover, due to past wars and the destruction of previously established sacred worlds, many disillusioned Chaos Realm overlords were scattered across the chaotic void. Even some Cosmic Deities dwelled in isolation within the void.

Thus, the status of Chaos Realm overlords varied greatly.

A Chaos Realm expert with only the sixth-level strength of the Star Tower was the most despised—the lowest of the low. Such individuals usually preferred seclusion or ruling over remote territories as local tyrants.

Those at the seventh level, like Palace Master Wu Ma Hai and Island Master Qing Qu, were the most common. The majority of Chaos Realm experts belonged to this tier, with deeper-rooted figures like the Tian Ku Sect Master reaching the peak of the seventh level. Generally speaking, this tier was respectable—at least when traveling, others would show them courtesy. After all, this was the most common level of strength.

The eighth level, however, was truly extraordinary. Far fewer in number, these individuals held exalted status. Figures like the Five Marsh Serpent Ancestor, Island Master Zi Tu, General Tian Guang, and the Demon Ancestor belonged to this tier. Their numbers were sparse, and as mentors of the Star Conference, they represented their sacred lands—even Cosmic Deities regarded them highly.

Among them, the strongest—such as the Hall Master of the Inquiry Heaven Hall and the Nine Dragons Divine Emperor—were peak eighth-level existences. Even the Demon Ancestor, who once challenged the Hall Master of the Inquiry Heaven Hall, was effortlessly defeated.

As for the ninth level? Their strength already matched that of Cosmic Deities. They could generally survive encounters with Cosmic Deities, who in turn treated them as equals.

“A seventh-level Unity Realm expert…” Wu Ma Hai felt envy and jealousy gnawing at him. “This Dongbo Xueying, upon reaching the Chaos Realm, will likely attain the peak of the eighth level in no time. He might even have a high chance of breaking into the ninth level.”

Historically, there had only been eight such individuals, seven of whom had reached the ninth level. Some had perished, while others had ascended to become Cosmic Deities.

“This time, his name will truly resound across the entire chaotic void. Countless powerhouses will know of him. And I… I was merely the stepping stone for his rise to fame.” The thought gnawed at Wu Ma Hai like a venomous bite, yet he harbored no thoughts of enmity. The gap was simply too vast—a peak eighth-level expert could effortlessly slay an ordinary seventh-level opponent.

—

As Dongbo Xueying watched Wu Ma Hai depart in silence, voices began to echo in his ears.

“Elder Dongbo, congratulations! To reach the seventh level while still in the Unity Realm—your future in the Chaos Realm is boundless!”

“Elder Dongbo, truly remarkable. Not only have you attained the seventh level, but you also overpowered Palace Master Wu Ma Hai. Admirable!”

“What fortune to witness a battle destined for the annals of history!”

One after another, Chaos Realm overlords sent their messages.

Their tones were warm, even deferential, as if willingly placing themselves beneath Dongbo Xueying. For Chaos Realm experts also faced trials and crises, and they were eager to befriend him. Before this, many had looked down on him, barely deigning to speak. Instinctively, they had considered him beneath their notice, even suspecting he might remain stuck in the Unity Realm forever.

Now, everything had changed.

Moreover, most of them were only at the seventh level themselves, barely stronger than Wu Ma Hai.

“I must continue my lecture. Please forgive me,” Dongbo Xueying replied courteously to each message before turning his attention downward.

The countless cultivators below were already in an uproar. A Unity Realm expert had suppressed a Chaos Realm powerhouse face-to-face? Those among them with broader knowledge quickly explained to their peers—this was a legendary seventh-level Unity Realm existence.

“Let us resume the lecture,” Dongbo Xueying’s voice reached every ear below as he teleported the 300 Unity Realm cultivators he had previously selected onto the platform.

Whoosh—whoosh—whoosh…

The 300 Unity Realm experts landed on the battle platform, their excitement palpable. They had been chosen to seek guidance from a seventh-level Unity Realm master—one whose comprehension of the Unity Realm, especially within the Rule-Oriented Mystic System, surpassed all present.

“Elder Dongbo,” the 300 cultivators bowed respectfully, honoring him as a senior.

“One at a time,” Dongbo Xueying began instructing them individually.

—

Whether it was the countless cultivators below or the Chaos Realm overlords above, all listened with heightened focus. Even figures like the Heart Image Sect Master, Emperor Xing Huo, and Palace Master Jiang Fu paid close attention.

After a full eighteen hours, Dongbo Xueying finished guiding the 300 Unity Realm experts and sent them back down via spatial manipulation.

“My lecture has concluded. It is now the turn of the other mentors,” Dongbo Xueying announced with a smile before transforming into a streak of light and returning to his seat on the high platform.

Following the order, General Tian Guang stood up. In the past, he had been cold and dismissive toward Dongbo Xueying, even considering his presence an insult. But now, he offered a rare smile, nodding at Dongbo Xueying, who felt a slight chill at the unexpected gesture.

General Tian Guang, bald and radiating a faint golden glow, spoke magnanimously: “Elder Dongbo’s lecture has set a high bar. I may not match his prowess, but I shall do my best.” His voice boomed across the venue.

“You flatter me, General Tian Guang,” Dongbo Xueying replied modestly.

“Not at all. Few below the Chaos Realm can rival your lectures,” Tian Guang said before vanishing and reappearing on the battle platform below. Clad in gray robes, his golden aura shimmering, he began his discourse.

—

The five mentors took turns lecturing: Dongbo Xueying, General Tian Guang, the Five Marsh Serpent Ancestor, Island Master Zi Tu, and finally, Palace Master Jiang Fu.

Seated on the high platform, Dongbo Xueying found little respite. Chaos Realm experts continued to message him, and even powerhouses from the Three Great Sacred Worlds and the chaotic void reached out through the Seven Star Sea Pavilion to offer congratulations. With his elevated status, most Chaos Realm overlords extended courtesy, to which Dongbo Xueying responded politely. However, he paid closer attention to messages from the Void Celestial Palace’s hall masters and other high-ranking figures.

Dongbo Xueying’s lecture lasted nine days, while the others were shorter—typically five or six days, with Palace Master Jiang Fu adhering to the minimum three days. After all, the Rule-Oriented Mystic System lent itself more naturally to in-depth discourse compared to other systems.

“This Star Conference now concludes,” the Heart Image Sect Master’s voice resonated throughout the venue.

The countless cultivators, some still pondering the insights from the lectures, began to disperse in droves.

On the high platform, the figures rose to leave.

“Elder Dongbo!”

“Elder Dongbo!” Several Chaos Realm experts approached, even inviting him to their gatherings.

“Your son has good judgment,” Palace Master Jiang Fu remarked to Emperor Xing Huo as they walked side by side. “Seeking Dongbo Xueying as a master—for the Path of Illusions, he is undoubtedly the finest teacher.”

“Hahaha!” Emperor Xing Huo laughed heartily, genuinely pleased by Dongbo Xueying’s brilliance.

Just then—

The Heart Image Sect Master approached Dongbo Xueying. The nearby Chaos Realm experts immediately stepped aside, feeling the pressure of a ninth-level powerhouse.

“Dongbo,” the Heart Image Sect Master smiled before transmitting privately, “Blade Emperor has requested that you head to the Star Tower now to attempt its trials. Not just him—several Cosmic Deities will be observing your challenge.”

“Several Cosmic Deities?” Dongbo Xueying was stunned. For the first time, multiple Cosmic Deities were focusing on him.

In the past, only the Void Celestial Palace’s Ancestral Master Tian Yu and Swordmaster had shown mild interest, seeing him as a potential hall master. But now, even Blade Emperor—the strongest of the Six Great Sacred Lands—and other Cosmic Deities were watching. Clearly, he had entered the highest echelons of their attention. Given historical precedents, his chances of reaching the Star Tower’s ninth level were exceedingly high.

“Understood. I will proceed to the Star Tower,” Dongbo Xueying replied.

The Heart Image Sect Master nodded. “I shall escort you.”