Chapter 1018: The Supreme Council

Halfway up Thunder Island, the expanse stretched endlessly into the distance.

Within Luo Feng’s palace complex, only twelve servants resided, all carefully selected Sovereigns from the Luo family. While Luo Feng spent over eighty thousand years creating his ultimate technique, the “Myriad Stars Preaching Chart,” the Luo family, backed by vast resources, had transformed into a true super-family over those eighty thousand years. Whether in population, cultivation systems, training systems, or number of powerful experts, the Luo family was now undoubtedly a top-tier super-family…

They had even cultivated a large group of Sovereigns!

Cultivating a Sovereign over tens of thousands of years was considered normal, and with sufficient resources, it became even easier. Back then, ‘Babata’ had been confident in cultivating Luo Feng into a Sovereign, yet at that time, how limited were Babata’s resources? Now, the Luo family’s resources were countless times greater than what Huayinbo, the master of Yimo Star, once possessed.

“Head of the family.”

“Head of the family.”

As Luo Feng walked along the corridor, two Sovereigns in the distance quickly bowed respectfully, their eyes filled with reverence. As members of the Luo family, they deeply admired Luo Feng.

“You two may leave first,” Luo Feng said, soon exiting the corridor and arriving at a plaza in front of the entire palace complex, beyond which lay a cliff.

“Yes.” The two Sovereigns departed.

Luo Feng gazed into the distance.

A figure was flying toward him—it was Zhenyan Venerable.

“Teacher,” Luo Feng smiled and greeted.

“Luofeng,” Zhenyan landed on a rock.

“Teacher, please sit,” Luo Feng gestured toward a nearby pavilion. The stone-paved plaza had several pavilions, each containing finely crafted wooden tables and chairs.

They sat facing each other.

“I sent you a message, and you came to pick me up immediately,” Zhenyan smiled. “You truly are a good disciple.”

“Of course I respect my teacher,” Luo Feng replied with a smile.

“Haha, don’t pretend,” Zhenyan laughed heartily. “I know you want to know what the other Cosmic Sovereigns are up to, right?”

Luo Feng chuckled. “Teacher, you’re as wise as ever.”

His battle with the Howling Mirror King had happened two days ago, and the video had already spread among the human race. Many Cosmic Sovereigns had seen it and were bound to have some reaction. Back then, many of them had expressed dissatisfaction, speaking ill of him behind his back.

Now that his victory was undeniable, those Cosmic Sovereigns must be stunned.

Luo Feng couldn’t help but feel secretly delighted at the thought.

He wished he could see their shocked faces in person! Perhaps the joys and sorrows of ordinary beings meant little to Luo Feng, but these Cosmic Sovereigns of the human race were all supreme existences, many of whom had even founded their own cosmic nations. To make them stunned was quite an achievement.

“Haha, I know you’re cunning,” Zhenyan laughed again. “You often stay quiet until the moment you strike, and then you shock everyone. Many Cosmic Sovereigns criticized you behind your back before, but you never defended yourself. Now, you killed the Howling Mirror King and publicly released the battle video…”

Luo Feng smiled.

“Just as you thought, those Cosmic Sovereigns were stunned!” Zhenyan’s eyes sparkled with excitement. “Other than that, I know my friends were advising me to ask you to leave the mountainside before. But now, when they meet me, they all feel ashamed and apologize, even sending their apologies to you through me.”

“Apologies?” Luo Feng was surprised.

“By defeating the Howling Mirror King, you’ve proven that you possess the strength of a mid-tier Cosmic Sovereign,” Zhenyan exclaimed. “You’re still an Eternal, yet already this strong. Naturally, the Cosmic Sovereigns now respect you. Once you become a Cosmic Sovereign yourself, you’ll almost certainly become a cosmic overlord, and few would dare to oppose you without reason.”

Luo Feng nodded.

Indeed, when one is weak, the powerful naturally look down upon them.

But when one reaches their level or even surpasses their potential, these powerful beings will quickly realize their mistake, apologize, and even rush to befriend and curry favor.

“Yeah,” Luo Feng nodded. “Actually, I’ve already received quite a few congratulatory messages these past two days, many from Cosmic Sovereigns.”

Some Cosmic Sovereigns like the Qianwu Sovereign and Guiyi Sovereign, who already had a close relationship with Luo Feng, were the first to send messages of congratulations. Some other Cosmic Sovereigns, whom Luo Feng had never interacted with before, also sent messages and mentioned visiting him in person in a few days. Of course, there were also some Cosmic Sovereigns who had loudly expressed dissatisfaction behind his back, and those who had been the loudest now found it hard to immediately change their attitudes.

“Good, keep in touch, make more friends among the Cosmic Sovereigns,” Zhenyan smiled. “I’ll be staying here for the next few days. Some powerful Cosmic Sovereigns may not respect me, but they respect you. Let me take advantage of your prestige.”

“Feel free to take advantage,” Luo Feng chuckled. “It’s my honor as a disciple to let my teacher benefit.”

…

In the following days, Luo Feng’s palace was indeed very lively.

Cosmic Sovereigns frequently paid visits. Once the news of Luo Feng defeating the Howling Mirror King spread, it signified his genuine entry into a new circle—the Cosmic Sovereign circle. Among the strong, strength was the paramount criterion. Previously, although Luo Feng was highly regarded by the human race, other Cosmic Sovereigns within the race did not actively seek to establish connections with him.

In their eyes, he was merely a genius, not yet a true strongman.

But now… Luo Feng had become a powerhouse! And he was likely to grow even stronger in the future, potentially becoming a pillar of humanity.

“Gu Lun Sovereign, Bei Hai Sovereign, Golden Axe Sovereign… wow, so many Cosmic Sovereigns and Cosmic Rulers. In just five days, 163 supreme beings have already visited.”

“Head of the family, he’s just too amazing.”

Two Sovereigns serving as attendants in the Luo family whispered excitedly to each other.

The once legendary, high-and-mighty Cosmic Rulers and Cosmic Sovereigns—they were now seeing one after another… Many Eternals never even saw one in their entire lives, yet here, they could easily meet them.

…

Luo Feng, Zhenyan Venerable, and Jiuyan Sovereign were engaged in lively conversation, their laughter echoing.

“Hmm?” Luo Feng suddenly turned his head.

In the distant sky, a streak of light was flying toward them.

“Another Cosmic Sovereign arriving?” Jiuyan also turned to look. In the distance, a bald man in a crimson battle robe was approaching. The bald man wore a smile, its charm strangely enchanting, causing one to involuntarily immerse in the vast cosmic aura.

“It’s Guiyi Sovereign,” Zhenyan immediately stood up.

“Guiyi Sovereign,” Jiuyan also stood to greet.

“Second Senior Brother,” Luo Feng stepped forward first.

Guiyi Sovereign was the second disciple among the many disciples under the Chaos City Lord, and had long served by the Chaos City Lord’s side, definitely one of his most trusted. Having always remained in ‘Chaos City’… Guiyi’s strength had always been mysterious, yet even the slightest display of his power was enough to shock the cosmos. He almost represented the voice of the Chaos City Lord, often conveying and executing the master’s orders.

“Junior Brother, you’re really popular,” Guiyi looked at Jiuyan. “Jiuyan Sovereign, I hope I’m not interrupting your chat.”

“Not at all. Luo Feng, Zhenyan, and I were just having a casual chat,” Jiuyan replied.

Guiyi nodded with a smile. “Since you’re not discussing anything important, I do have something important to discuss.”

“Hmm?” Luo Feng looked at Guiyi.

“Junior Brother.”

Guiyi smiled. “I have been sent by the master to personally deliver a message to you… Regarding your proposal to join the highest council of our human race, the top leadership has already approved it. From now on, you are qualified to take a seat in the highest council.”

“The highest council?” Luo Feng’s face lit up with joy.

Though he had expected this—once he displayed sufficient strength, approval would come easily—he was still delighted.

Finally…

He had finally been approved by the highest echelon of the human race to enter that elite circle.

“Congratulations, Luo Feng,” Zhenyan smiled.

“You and your teacher both entering the highest council one after the other will become a legendary tale among our human race,” Jiuyan laughed.

Beside them, Guiyi continued, “Junior Brother, although you now have the qualification to sit in the highest council, the council rarely convenes, and each session is reserved for major matters concerning our entire human race. However, from what I know… there will soon be another session of the highest council, and I believe the virtual universe system will notify you shortly.”

“Oh?” Luo Feng’s eyes sparkled with anticipation. “Soon?”

“Yes.”

Jiuyan’s expression also turned solemn. “Yes, there’s one coming up soon. Luo Feng, this upcoming highest council… is very important.”

“What’s it about?” Luo Feng couldn’t help but ask.

“It’s about to be held, and you’ll know the details then,” Jiuyan said instead. “Of course, this is just my guess; it might not be about that matter.”

Luo Feng looked at Jiuyan and Guiyi with confusion.

Zhenyan was equally puzzled.

…

Guiyi and Jiuyan soon departed, neither revealing the reason for the upcoming highest council of the human race. Luo Feng and Zhenyan did not press further, as the meeting would happen soon anyway.

“Messages from the Glory World?”

As soon as Luo Feng’s consciousness left the virtual universe, a fragment of his awareness connected to the Glory World, quickly receiving several notifications.

Some were messages from inheritors of the Hong Alliance, but among them was also a message from the Glory World system.

“Daohe King, you are one of the top inheritors among the billions of disciples of the Ancestor God Cult. You have proven your strength with your achievements, and because of this, you have gained the attention of the Beast God of our Ancestor God Cult! Recently… Leith Beast God, one of the Eight Beast Gods of the Ancestor God Cult, will personally appear on Purple Jing Island to preside over a bestowal ceremony, granting you treasures.”

(Note: The term “Purple荆Island” appears to contain a mix of English and Chinese characters. If “荆” is part of the proper name, it should be rendered as “Purple Jing Island” or clarified based on context.)

Luo Feng looked at the message in astonishment.

The Beast God of Leith would descend upon Purple Thorn Island to publicly preside over a grand ceremony, bestowing treasures upon him.

(Note: “Purple荆Island” appears to be a typo or non-standard term. Based on context, it is translated as “Purple Thorn Island.” If “荆” refers to a specific name, please provide the correct Chinese characters for accurate translation.)

“Such good fortune as that which happened to Zhu Chongwang has come to me?” Luo Feng was astonished. “I recall that the Howling Mirror King didn’t receive any treasure gifts, while Zhu Chongwang obtained two supreme treasures.”

“One of the Eight Beast Gods personally descending to bestow treasures…”

Luo Feng was momentarily stunned by this unexpected surprise.