The unearthing of the treasure within the “World Within a World” on Canglan Star has plunged the entire Black Dragon Mountain Star Territory into turmoil.
“Have you heard? Recently, a mere Stellar-level fool was about to sell an astronomical-priced treasure on the planet ‘Lockner’. Then it was seized by a Cosmic-level powerhouse, but soon after… the Cosmic-level powerhouse not only lost his life over this treasure, but his entire family was razed to the ground!”
“A Cosmic-level powerhouse lost his life? His entire family razed? What treasure could that be?”
They say that not long ago, a “World Within a World” was unearthed on Canglan Star, and this astronomically priced treasure hails from that hidden realm. The artifacts of the “World Within a World”… these are the very prizes that have ignited fierce contention among the Four Great Organizations and the Two Holy Lands. Any single one of them is worth tens of thousands of inhabited planets!
“Tens of thousands of inhabited planets? That’s unimaginable!”
“At any rate, throughout the Black Dragon Mountain Star Territory at this very moment, countless families and factions—both great and small—are keeping a vigilant watch… The instant someone attempts to peddle such a treasure, they swoop in to claim it.”
“These astronomical-priced treasures are really hot potatoes.”
“Hot potatoes, but countless people still want them!”
…
Madness.
All the major and minor families and organizations within the Black Dragon Mountain Star Territory have gone utterly mad. One must understand that the supreme power in Black Dragon Mountain—the legendary “Sixteen Great Families”—were each founded by only sixteen Sovereigns. This alone proves that Sovereign-level forces already represent the absolute pinnacle within Black Dragon Mountain. For other organizations, whether large or small, merely possessing a single Domain Lord would be considered an extraordinary stroke of fortune.
And the treasures from the ‘World Within a World’ are so valuable that even Domain Lords are irresistibly drawn to them.
Therefore…
It’s no wonder that even the occasional emergence of one or two treasures would incite jealousy and conflict among many factions.
“Those Stellar-level cultivators lack proper connections. The moment they attempt to sell their treasures, they’ll be easily exposed. Maintain vigilant surveillance! Monitor every major planet within the Black Dragon Mountain Star Territory closely! Report immediately if anyone tries to offload celestial-grade treasures at astronomical prices.”
“Yes, President.”
…
These treasures are indeed hot potatoes. Without strength or connections to sell them, possessing such treasures can actually bring disaster! These treasures are so valuable that even Cosmic-level powerhouses might lose their lives because of them.
…
In the Dark Cosmos, Luo Feng’s team was still en route aboard their spaceship. It had already been the twelfth day of their journey, with about nine more days needed to reach Earth.
They were oblivious to the rumors swirling through the Black Dragon Mountain Star Territory—tales of a Stellar-ranked adventurer attempting to peddle a celestial treasure at a price that eclipsed the cosmos itself.
In the rest cabin of the spaceship.
The cabin was arranged like a study, with tables and chairs, and at the far edge was a very comfortable bed.
“It’s time to deal with these treasures. They’re just too hot,” Luo Feng sat on the chair, tapping on a laptop. This laptop was still made on Earth. He had no choice—it was just a habit to use this outdated Earth-made device. “I have 48 treasures in total, including those I exchanged for and those plundered by the Mo Yun Vine.”
48 treasures!
Some were cheaper than the Zhan Kong Blade, others more expensive. A single Zhan Kong Blade was enough to excite the Domain Lord ‘Mingyu’… even prompting a Sovereign to personally purchase it.
Combined, these 48 treasures might rival the wealth of a Sovereign.
As for the deceased ‘Kab Sovereign,’ his possessions were already comparable to those of a less wealthy Immortal. Out of the total 312 treasures, Luo Feng had obtained 49 (one of which he gifted to Mingyu), showing just how immense Luo Feng’s gains were!
“Connecting to the Virtual Universe network,” Luo Feng closed his eyes and quickly linked his consciousness to the Virtual Universe.
…
In the boundless expanse of the Virtual Cosmos, where celestial wonders intertwine with arcane mysteries, lies the fabled Nine-Star Bay upon the obsidian shores of the Black Dragon Mountain Isle.
As Luo Feng appeared at his doorstep, Luo Hua, who was strolling nearby, immediately brightened and shouted, “Brother!”
“Brother, something up?” Luo Feng smiled at his younger brother.
“I’ve been looking for you for ages, but I couldn’t find you,” Luo Hua eagerly pulled Luo Feng, “Brother, sit down. I have something very important to tell you.”
“Hmm?” Luo Feng sat down, looking puzzled.
“It’s like this,” Luo Hua explained, “The five major Earth governments have been discussing and really want to truly enter the cosmos and make contact with other humans out there.”
“Can’t they already enter the Virtual Universe?” Luo Feng frowned. “They can already interact with other humans in the cosmos through the Virtual Universe.”
“No… they want real, physical contact,” Luo Hua said.
“Physical contact?” Luo Feng frowned even more deeply.
Seeing this, Luo Hua helplessly said, “Brother, you know how Earth’s nations are. At first, they were satisfied with entering the ‘Virtual Universe,’ but as time passed, their ambitions grew. These ambitions are uncontrollable. If you allow them to truly enter the cosmos now, they’ll only ask for more later!”
Human ambition is endless. Once you have something good, you always want something better.
“Alright, agree to their request,” Luo Feng said solemnly.
“You’re agreeing?” Luo Hua’s eyes widened in surprise.
“Yes,” Luo Feng nodded slightly. “Although Earth is safe, we can’t keep Earthlings confined to Earth forever. It’s time they were exposed to the cosmos… only after they suffer some setbacks and experience hardships will they understand how Earthlings should survive in the universe.”
Luo Hua asked doubtfully, “But brother, which planet will the Earthlings go to? Will the Planetary Management Bureau approve large-scale interstellar migration?”
“If the official planets refuse, I can just buy some planets!” Luo Feng smiled. “Besides, I already own a hundred habitable planets. As a Lord, approving interstellar migration will be easy.”
“A hundred planets?” Luo Hua’s eyes widened. “Brother, you—”
“I’ll tell you later,” Luo Feng stood up with a smile. “Regarding Earthlings wanting partial migration into space… I’ll talk it over with the five major Earth nations later. Well, that’s it for today. I have something else to attend to.”
“Okay,” Luo Hua quickly stood up as well.
“Beep!”
“An email?” Luo Hua opened the email in confusion. It was a bank notification informing him that 4 billion cosmic credits had been added to his account.
“4 billion cosmic credits?” Luo Hua was stunned.
“These are for you. Keep striving,” Luo Feng’s voice came from afar.
Luo Hua quickly looked up, but Luo Feng was already nearly out of the Nine-Star Bay neighborhood. Watching his brother’s retreating figure, Luo Hua’s heart trembled: “What has my brother been up to lately? How could he suddenly give me 4 billion cosmic credits? These are cosmic credits, far more valuable than the Qian Wu currency!”
…
At the entrance of the Nine-Star Bay neighborhood, Luo Feng raised his hand toward the sky.
Instantly, a winged celestial horse-drawn carriage descended from the heavens. The carriage had a driver, and Luo Feng jumped directly into the rear seat.
“Sir, where to?” the driver asked.
“To the Cosmic River Bank,” Luo Feng replied.
At once, the celestial horse flapped its wings, and the carriage swiftly soared into the sky, flying at an astonishing speed, while inside the carriage, only a gentle breeze blew.
In the Virtual Universe, long-distance travel is usually done through ‘fixed teleportation points’, while short distances are covered by horse-drawn carriages pulled by celestial horses. Because in the Virtual Universe, each person’s physical strength is only comparable to that of a fourth-stage apprentice, making flight impossible and movement too slow. Thus, using the flying horses is much faster.
Of course…
Riding the flying horses costs money!
“How magnificent,” Luo Feng whispered in awe, gazing down from the divine chariot drawn by celestial steeds at the sprawling Black Dragon Mountain Isle below—a sight truly worthy of legends.
“What is that?” Luo Feng pointed to the sky in surprise.
Above, hidden within the clouds, was a floating city. Because it was so high, it would be invisible to the naked eye from the ground. Only when flying higher in a carriage could one glimpse the faint outline of the city deep within the clouds.
“The Floating City,” the driver chuckled. “Our Black Dragon Mountain Island’s Floating City. Every island and every continent has one.”
“The Floating City?” Luo Feng was somewhat surprised.
“Usually, only the elite or at least Cosmic-level powerhouses have the privilege to enter the Floating City,” the driver, guiding the celestial horse, explained to Luo Feng with a smile. “Sir, we’ve arrived at the Cosmic River Bank.”
Whoosh!
The celestial horse dove downward, flapping its wings slightly, its hooves treading the void, and quickly landed in front of the Cosmic River Bank.
“Thanks,” Luo Feng smiled as he stepped out of the carriage. The carriage immediately soared back into the sky. As for the fare, it was automatically deducted from his personal account.
In the Virtual Universe, on the Black Dragon Mountain Island, by the Cosmic River Bank.
“Welcome.”
Luo Feng entered the bank and directly followed the ‘Self-Service Channel’ to the interior, then entered a ‘Self-Service Transaction Room.’
Inside the sealed room.
“Please enter your account number,” an electronic voice sounded.
“8492—8593—WOXH—8528—5285—032.” Luo Feng quickly entered the number. This was his teacher’s five-star account. Immediately, the room’s signal scanned Luo Feng. Since Luo Feng had withdrawn money on Biyan Star before, some basic information had already been recorded.
“Password entered, correct.”
“User confirmed.”
Boom!
The ordinary room transformed instantly into an incredibly luxurious one, and beside it stood a stunningly beautiful female AI, respectfully bowing: “Respected five-star customer, hello, I am AI No. 008231, here to serve you.”
“Hello,” Luo Feng smiled at the female AI, secretly delighted.
Everything was exactly as Babata had said…
Because he had successfully accessed the five-star account, Luo Feng had been officially recognized by the Cosmic River Bank as a ‘five-star customer.’ One must know… Luo Feng had received 20 billion cosmic credits from Mingyu, a sum comparable to the total wealth of many Domain Lords, yet he was only recognized as a ‘two-star customer.’
How prestigious is a five-star customer? The Cosmic River Bank offers many exceptional services for five-star customers.
Of course…
The service comes at a price!
“I need to dispose of some items,” Luo Feng said to the female AI before him.
The female AI bowed and smiled: “Respected five-star customer, our Cosmic River Bank offers a ‘Treasure Consignment Sale Service.’ Our bank has powerful sales channels across all ‘Cosmic Nations’ in the vast universe, allowing your goods to be sold in a very short time. We only charge a 0.1% commission.”
Luo Feng smiled.
This was the treatment of a five-star customer. Selling these hot-potato treasures was just that simple.
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