Chapter 941: Forming the Connection

Shang Xia was surprised to see the 4 of them, but it wasn’t completely outside his expectations.

𝒻𝘳𝘦𝘦𝘸ℯ𝒷𝘯𝘰𝑣ℯ𝑙.𝘤𝑜𝘮

He gave his greetings, and they revealed cheery looks when they saw him. They weren’t shocked by his arrival either. However, looks of shock flashed in their eyes when they examined him properly.

As expected, Yifeng’s maniacal laughter rang through the air. “WAHAHAHA... I knew it! I guessed that Kou Chongxue would definitely send you over. I was right!”

The fuck? Is there even a need to guess that I’ll be here?

Shang Xia balked inwardly. However, the wide grin on his face didn’t fade in the slightest. “We didn’t really have too many choices and I had to come... It’s a shame our Tongyou Institution hasn’t been established for long and we have weak foundations! We’re lacking in talent! However, I should be surprised that all of you were sent here. Are the various Ancestors really willing to send experts at your level over in our current situation?”

...

Without a doubt, Lu Wuzi, Yifeng, Jiu Du, and Huang Jinghan were the ones who received the next strongest blessing of the world after Kou Chongxue and arguably Shang Xia. Their cultivation levels should have risen sharply as they refined their fifth fate dipper. They also made use of the spirituality of the continent and stepped through the last barrier and comprehended their martial intents! All 4 of them were experts in the grand completion stage of the Martial Dipper Realm!

That was also why Shang Xia felt a little strange. Kou Chongxue truly sent him over because he had no choice. He was the only Martial Dipper Realm expert in the Tongyou Institution who was comparable to the 4 of them. None of the others even came close! Of course, comparable was an understatement at that point. He could probably crush them easily.

Also, due to his rapidly rising cultivation, his foundations weren’t as stable as the 4 old monsters. It was a little too early to consider breaking through to the Six Direction Realm.

Shang Xia initially thought that the 4 of them would be preparing to advance their cultivation once again and didn’t have time to waste on whatever they were supposed to do in the Star Origin City.

With the deep foundations of the 4 Elysiums, they most likely had more experts in the fourth element of the Martial Dipper Realm. There might even be hidden experts whose cultivation was in the fifth element of the Martial Dipper Realm! Even if there weren’t any initially, some might have been produced after the Spirit Luxuriant World was formed.

At the very least, from what Shang Xia learned from Kou Chongxue, before the invasion of the Spirit Abundance World, the Elysiums sent their core disciples to the Land of Star Origin to avoid the entire confrontation.

Those core disciples received the task of maintaining the inheritance of the Elysium and even if their cultivation weren’t comparable to the 4 of them, they wouldn’t be too far off. They had the qualifications to represent their Elysiums, but none of them showed their faces.

...

Hearing Shang Xia’s question, all of them maintained smiles on their faces and no one could see through their actual thoughts.

Eventually, Jiu Du muttered, “They might be thinking about strengthening our Spirit Luxuriant World by sending us over!”

Including Shang XIa, the Spirit Luxuriant World sent 5 super experts in the grand completion stage of the Martial Dipper Realm over. From a certain point of view, their appearance could bring about a massive ripple in the Star Origin City. It might be even stronger than when a Martial Void Realm True Immortal or two were to come!”

Whatever it was, those 4 were probably aware of the true reason they were sent over.

Shang Xia’s gaze swept across Lu Wuzi and he thought to himself,

The others might have their reasons... hehe, this fellow is probably afraid he would be devoured by Master Xuansheng after he advances in the Spirit Luxuriant World...

After the Spirit Abundance World was forced to retreat, the news of how Zhang Xuansheng entered the second tier of the Martial Void Realm was revealed. He devoured the void origin and soul of another Marital Void Realm expert of the Northern Sea Mystic Sect who was pushed to advance during their period of peace back then.

As the person most likely to enter the Martial Void Realm in the Northern Sea Mystic Sect, Lu Wuzi was probably afraid he would become the next sacrifice for Zhang Xuansheng to grow stronger once again.

At the very least, if he advanced like the expert before him, it would be much easier for Zhang Xuansheng to kill and devour him! After all, he was way stronger than before.

Huang Jinghan stretched his back and broke the silence, “Alright, since we’re here now, we can finally carry out the matter of connecting a fixed spatial tunnel from our Spirit Luxuriant World to the Star Origin City!”

“Right, let’s not waste any more time.” Jiu Du added.

A strange cackle left Yifeng’s lips. “I’ve already notified the Star Origin Guards in charge of protecting the Star Relay. They should be here soon.”

As soon as the words left his lips, Shang Xia discovered a slight fluctuation not too far away. He turned his head to look at a corner in the massive hall made of stone and saw a bald elder stepping out from behind a pillar. He was clad in Star Robes and he was slightly taken aback by Shang Xia’s gaze.

Shang Xia quickly bowed, “Greetings, Senior...”

The others also noticed Shang Xia’s actions and turned to give their greetings.

Chuckling softly, the elder told them to be at ease. However, he swept his gaze across all 5 of them and examined them carefully. A look of shock soon appeared in his eyes. From the aura they emitted, he could tell that all 5 of them had comprehended their martial intents! All of them were in the grand completion stage of the Martial Dipper Realm

How is this possible?!

Isn’t the Spirit Luxuriant World who just made the application a Spirit World that existed for less than 5 years?

Even powerful Spirit Worlds that existed for a long time should find it difficult to bring out so many experts at this level, right?!

The elder was a Martial Void Realm expert and despite his surprise, he maintained a casual expression on his face and he sighed softly, “All of you should be the cultivators who applied to open the fixed spatial tunnel to your Spirit Luxuriant World, right? I heard that you managed to resist the invasion of the Spirit Abundance World during your world ascension. It’s truly an impressive feat!”

The members of the Spirit Luxuriant World shot each other a glance, and Huang Jinghan, who had the steadiest demeanor, replied, “Senior, we wouldn’t dare to receive your praise. The Spirit Abundance World didn’t go all out against us. We had to go all out and risk everything in order to make them retreat temporarily...”

The bald elder nodded with satisfaction. Huang Jinghan’s response was neither servile nor overbearing. Not only did he respect the other party’s strength, he wasn’t arrogant that they managed to fight back. At the same time, he also displayed their powerful desire to defend their world at any cost.

“Hm...” Grunting once, the bald elder seemed to think of something and he continued, “You can call me Liu Jiuzhen. I am the Second Captain of the First Camp. Over there, I’m also known as Baldy Liu!”

Huang Jinghan and the others naturally wouldn’t dare to call him that. Looking at each other and shooting Yifeng a warning gaze, everyone greeted him in unison. “We greet True Immortal Liu!”

“Hehe... There’s no need for such formalities!” Liu Jiuzhen waved his hand and muttered, “Of the worlds that formed an official connection to the Star Origin City, there are 2 Essence Worlds, 4 Spirit Worlds, and 7 Azure Worlds. The Spirit Worlds that are connected are the Spirit Abundance World, Spirit Tinkle World, Spirit Thistle World, and the Spirit Mammoth World. The Spirit Mammoth World and Spirit Abundance Worlds are the closest to becoming an Essence World. In order for them to take the next step, both worlds are in constant conflict. The Spirit Tinkle World and Spirit Thistle World are usually swept up in the storm and would usually be baited to side with either of them.”

“Of course, those worlds aren’t the only ones who formed alliances with the Spirit Mammoth World and Spirit Abundance World. They existed for thousands of years, and our Star Origin City barely crossed the 1000 year mark of existence.”

The Martial Dipper Realm experts of the Spirit Luxuriant World were no fools. They bowed once again. “Many thanks for True Immortal Liu’s guidance!”

Liu Jiuzhen waved his hands and muttered, “It’s nothing. I’m getting old and like to nag. As long as you don’t find me annoying, that would be great. Alright. Since you wish to open the spatial tunnel, please follow me!”

Huang Jinghan and the rest quickly followed behind him.

It didn’t take long for them to arrive beside a massive stone platform that was surrounded by many stone pillars.

There were 6 Martial Dipper Realm experts clad in Star Robes already waiting for them when they arrived.

Shang Xia looked at them before turning back to True Immortal Liu. He understood that the 7 of them made up a squad in the First Camp of the Star Origin Guards.

According to Luo Qi’s explanation, any squad would be able to suppress most experts under the Martial Void Realm. If they didn’t have a Martial Void Realm expert among them, an entire camp of 49 people would be able to resist a Martial Void Realm expert. With True Immortal Liu, the moment they formed their battle formation, they would most likely be able to suppress a Martial Void Realm True Immortal or two.

Of course, that would depend on how strong their opponent really was.

Shang Xia couldn’t tell how strong Liu Jiuzhen was with his sense of sight alone, but there was no way he would dare to try anything more.

“Fellow cultivators of the Spirit Luxuriant World, this is the foundation of the formation used to maintain the spatial tunnel in the Third Void Hall.” Liu Jiuzhen explained while pointing at the platform before him.

The platform was 200 to 300 feet wide, and there were complex carvings on its surface. It formed a massive formation.

Even though Shang Xia wasn’t extremely adept at the art of formations, he had been interacting with Chu Jia for a long time. He wasn’t clueless about formations either. He might not be able to see through the entire formation, but he could tell where the eye of the formation was!

There were dozens of indentations at the corner of the formation.

“Fellow cultivators, I believe you brought along the Void Imprint of the Martial Void Realm experts of your world. Once I activate the formation and establish a connection with them, Please place high-grade essence crystals in every indentation. Once that happens, we will be able to establish the fixed spatial tunnel and you will be able to activate it from your side. You won’t need the Martial Void Realm experts to act personally any longer.” Liu Jiuzhen explained while gesturing towards the 36 indentations along the formation.

36 high-grade essence crystals were no small sum!

Despite their preparations, Huang Jinghan and the others still felt a sense of profound heartache when they heard how many were needed.

Lu Wuzi asked suddenly, “Do we have to use 36 high-grade essence crystals every time we need to activate the spatial tunnel in the future?”

“Of course not. In the future, all you need is to use 36 mid-grade essence crystals.” Liu Jiuzhen smiled.

The experts of the Spirit Luxuriant World heaved a sigh of relief. 36 mid-grade essence crystals might not be a small sum, but it was still within an acceptable range.

Jiu Du seemed to recall something and he asked, “How many people can pass through the spatial tunnel each time?”

“No more than 10 cultivators under the Martial Void Realm can be transported each time.” Liu Jiuzhen responded.

“That’s too little!” Yifeng blurted out without thinking.

With a wide smile on his face, Liu Jiuzhen turned to explain, “Actually, I didn’t explain myself properly earlier. We need to activate the spatial tunnel from both sides, and you need to use 36 mid-grade essence crystals here. From your world, you will also need at least 36 mid-grade essence crystals to start the transfer.”

“At least 36?” Shang Xia caught the key point instantly.

Liu Jiuzhen explained patiently, “If the Formation Grandmaster in your world isn’t up to par, you might need to use a lot more essence crystals in order to activate the formation. You might even need your Martial Void Realm experts to give you a short boost when the time comes.”

Liu Jiuzhen couldn’t help but shake his head and chuckle after mentioning the last part.

Shang Xia raised an eyebrow and continued asking, “Is it possible to hire the Formation Grandmasters of the Star Origin City to activate the formation?”

Turning serious, Liu Jiuzhen muttered, “Of course it’s possible! Actually, there are Formation Grandmasters in the city. There are even rank five Formation Grandmasters available! The only problem is... Are your Martial Void Realm experts willing to expose your world to a spatial tunnel controlled by Formation Grandmasters of other factions?”

Shang Xia decided to keep quiet after thinking of the possibilities.

Seeing their reaction, Liu Jiuzhen eventually chuckled softly, “Alright, please place your essence crystals into the formation!”

36 high-grade essence crystals were thrown out in a flash. All of them were comparable to the Fate Dipper Fragment Shang Xia obtained in the past.

No one knew how the Martial Void Realm Ancestors of the Spirit Luxuriant World came to their agreement, but whatever it was, Lu Wuzi took out 10 pieces from the Northern Sea Mystic Sect. Yifeng of the Eternal Palace, along with Jiu Du of the Divine Capital Sect, took out 8 each. Shang Xia and Huang Jinghan produced 5 each.

With 36 high-grade essence crystals in place, Liu Jiuzhen spoke. “Please stand in the middle of the platform. I will activate the formation with my fellow Star Origin Guards and attempt to use the Void Imprints to contact your Martial Void Realm True Immortals before stabilizing the spatial tunnel.”

Shang Xia and the others went over obediently and noticed Liu Jiuzhen’s robes puffing up all of a sudden. It turned into a Star Curtain that sparkled in mid air before shooting into the skies above.