Chapter 865: The Opening Of The Megaverse Crossroads (1)

Whoosh!

Hmm? This is?

Wu Yuan felt everything blur before finding himself standing in a vast temple, where dozens of figures were already present.

These figures were all High Immortals and High Eldritches, but each possessed formidable auras - some emanating destructive energy, others cold as glaciers, and some even more frightening than stars. Each one approached or rivaled the power of an Astral Monarch.

These super geniuses stood about casually, chatting amongst themselves, each exuding an air of confidence.

So many geniuses.

Wu Yuan marveled silently, his eyes brightening as he sensed their extraordinary natures. None were much weaker than himself. Some, it seemed, were even stronger!

At a glance, Wu Yuan determined that these geniuses must be the absolute top-tier talents from the Eldritch Court Universe and its various branch universes. Each genius ranked among the top five, top three, or even first place of all prodigies in their respective universes.

Indeed, he had abundant talent and opportunities, standing at the pinnacle of the entire Ling Jiang Universe. However, the megaverse was boundless, and with providence converging, numerous monstrous prodigies would emerge. Perhaps other successors of supreme beings were hiding among them.

A Supreme Genius refers to the strongest tier of geniuses within one river of space and time, because in most eras, High Immortals and High Deities rarely cross paths with geniuses from other rivers of space and time.

But this is an era where the Megaverse Crossroads will open!

Wu Yuan thought to himself, his heart burning with passion.

If so many monstrous prodigies had emerged from the Eldritch Court alone, how many super geniuses would gather across the entire megaverse?

Those born in this era were destined to compete with countless talented individuals!

If I’m going to participate, then I should aim to be the strongest among them.

Wu Yuan felt an endless yearning in his heart.

This desire wasn’t just for the opportunities on the Megaverse Crossroads, but for the desire to reach the ultimate peak.

A short cultivation period? That was no excuse. If one couldn't even become the strongest of their era, what right did they have to speak of breaking the shackles of heaven and earth, becoming supreme? Let alone breaking free from the constraints of the Ancestral Pagoda.

So many geniuses.

Standing to the side, the black-armored Xuan Rong’s eyes were wide, feeling rather unremarkable among this gathering of super geniuses.

When Wu Yuan and Xuan Rong appeared, the geniuses already present in the hall turned to look at them.

"That's Xuan Rong, who has mastered a Sovereign-level technique."

"The other must be Wu Yuan."

"He defeated Mu Long from the Immortal Court. I heard from my Master that Wu Yuan's strength should ultimately allow him to rank in the top hundred. He comprehends the Great Dao of Creation, his power is terrifying."

"His cultivation years are very short, but his talent is immense." These super geniuses quickly exchanged information.

They were the most valued geniuses in their respective branch Saintdoms, usually communicating directly with Overlords, thus having access to detailed intelligence. Furthermore, few geniuses had access to this temple, so it was easy to identify newcomers with just a brief analysis.

"Wu Yuan, it seems your reputation far exceeds mine." Xuan Rong said in a low voice.

"That's because they don't know your true strength." Wu Yuan smiled.

"If they knew, they'd look down on me even more." Xuan Rong grimaced.

On their way here, he had sparred with Wu Yuan four times, suffering crushing defeats each time. At this point, he had come to fully recognize reality.

"In terms of Dao comprehension level, we're quite close." Wu Yuan smiled as he transmitted his voice: "Once you break through and fully comprehend a Greater Law, you'll also be among the top ranks of these geniuses."

Xuan Rong was immediately speechless. Break through? If breaking through were that easy, that would be real nice.

"Greetings, Brother Wu Yuan, Brother Xuan Rong," a gentle voice rang out.

An elegant, white-robed High Immortal approached the two, smiling: "I am Cang Yu, from the Violet Night Saintdom of the Eldritch Court."

"Cang Yu?" Xuan Rong smiled: "I've heard of you, you comprehend the Great Dao of Destruction, and your power is truly terrifying."

"It’s still lacking somewhat." Cang Yu smiled.

"Brother Cang Yu." Wu Yuan smiled, a little surprised that such an elegant gentleman-like figure actually comprehended the crazed Great Dao of Destruction.

At the same time, Wu Yuan made a mental note. Violet Night Universe? Wasn't that where Zhuo Haiyue went to cultivate? He had previously asked Overlord Xin Ya about this matter.

"Brother Cang Yu, how much longer do we have to wait here?" Xuan Rong asked.

"Probably another day or two." High Immortal Cang Yu said: "The various branch Saintdom groups are departing from different universes, separated by vast distances. They certainly won't arrive simultaneously.

“There will be two circles in this gathering. The first is the circle of those several hundred thousand ordinary geniuses, who are essentially cannon fodder. Most of them will have their journeys cut short at the Divine Domain stage." High Immortal Cang Yu smiled: "Those who can enter this temple are considered the absolute elite of each Saintdom, all of whom have hope of advancing to the second stage."

Wu Yuan and Xuan Rong nodded, Overlord Hou Jue had mentioned something similar.

"However, even within the temple, there is a hierarchy." High Immortal Cang Yu pointed towards the front of the temple, at the ten-plus geniuses seated on jade platforms: "Look at them."

"Them?" Wu Yuan looked over.

At present, there were over sixty geniuses in the temple, but most were standing. Only thirteen people sat at the front of the temple, seemingly of higher status.

“That one,” High Immortal Cang Yu pointed to a white-robed High Immortal seated on a jade platform. She wore white robes engraved with lotus patterns, possessed an otherworldly temperament, and exuded an air of nobility: "Her name is Bai Lian. She's the disciple of Overlord Xing Lian and hails from the Eldritch Court headquarters. She has fully comprehended the Law of Life, and her power is incredibly formidable."

"High Immortal Bai Lian." Wu Yuan looked at the noble and sacred white-robed woman.

She was a Supreme Genius.

Wu Yuan's intelligence was quite detailed, especially regarding the Eldritch Court's own geniuses.

"And that one." High Immortal Cang Yu pointed to another mysterious figure completely shrouded in blood robes, with blood mist swirling around his body: "That's Qin Shan. He has fully comprehended the Law of Death. No one has ever seen his true face, and he's also from the Eldritch Court headquarters. His power is equally formidable."

"Qin Shan?" Wu Yuan turned to look.

He had only heard of him before, but this was Wu Yuan’s first time seeing him in person. A thick aura of death emanated from him, as though warning all living beings to keep away.

"That childlike one is called Wan Bao, he has fully comprehended the Law of Earth. Rumor has it he possesses an Apotheosis Yuan Soul, and has cultivated very special supreme combat teachings, specializing in controlling numerous artifacts...

“That savage-looking man is truly savage, named Qi Jue, he has comprehended the Law of Fire..."

High Immortal Cang Yu seemed quite sociable. Moreover, he had a wealth of information, introducing each figure seated on the jade platforms to Wu Yuan and Xuan Rong.

Their Dao comprehension had all reached the Sovereign level. In any universe, they would be worthy of the Supreme Genius title.

A total of thirteen Supreme Geniuses. Each one was terrifying, and each had encountered great opportunities. Some were suspected to possess Apotheosis Yuan Souls, some were thought to be successors of supreme beings, and others were believed to have cultivated special combat artifacts.

There were no weaklings among them!

To advance their Dao comprehension to the Sovereign level while still at the mortal life stage, each one is blessed by the workings of heaven and earth. The providence of entire universes gather within them.

Wu Yuan silently noted.

To reach this step, they had to have talent, opportunities, and providence. None could be lacking.

Hou Xiao.

Wu Yuan's gaze swept past the seemingly unremarkable black-robed youth on a distant jade platform. He also comprehended the Great Dao of Creation, but had already reached the Dao Field stage.

In any case, if he were to face any of these Supreme Geniuses in one-on-one combat, Wu Yuan currently had no confidence in victory, and in fact, the probability of defeat was very high.

But this only served to ignite his fighting spirit even more.

"Among the thirteen Supreme Geniuses here, seven are from the Eldritch Court Universe?" Xuan Rong exclaimed beside him: "The Eldritch Court Universe is truly powerful."

Seven are from the Eldritch Court Universe? Only six from other branch Saintdoms?

Wu Yuan thought to himself.

That ratio was quite disparate.

"This is normal." High Immortal Cang Yu sighed: "The Eldritch Court Universe is the most perfect universe, the powerhouses and geniuses it produces can rival two or three normal universes.

“The entire Eldritch Court seems to have branches in dozens of universes, but the number of powerhouses from the other thirty-four branch Saintdoms combined only equal that of the Eldritch Court Universe."

Wu Yuan and Xuan Rong both nodded.

The power of the Eldritch Court was undisputable, evident in much of the intelligence they had previously received.

Whether in the quantity or quality of geniuses or super powerhouses, all had proven this point.

...

In another magnificent world beyond Wu Yuan and the others' perception, several super powerhouses appeared.

Their forms were towering, their auras vast, each occupying a corner of the world.

Whoosh!

A beautiful black-robed woman appeared. She was as cold as a glacier, immediately drawing the attention of other super powerhouses.

"Hou Jue has arrived."

"Hou Jue, long time no see. Haha, the last time we met was in the Ancient Astral Sea."

"Hou Jue, you’re still as beautiful as ever." These Overlord-level beings conversed casually.

Standing at the apex of sempiternal lifeforms, they were mostly leaders who commanded their respective branch Saintdoms.

With a mere flick of their fingers, countless macrocosms could be overturned. Even Sovereigns had to bow respectfully before them.

This time, due to the opening of the Megaverse Crossroads, these great beings had rushed from various universes to the Eldritch Court Universe.

"It has been a long time indeed," Overlord Hou Jue responded to each one.

Her coldness was reserved for Sovereigns. When conversing with powerhouses of her own level, she wouldn't offend them on purpose, at most remaining silent.

"Hou Jue, I heard your Ling Jiang lineage has produced a youngster called Wu Yuan, whose talent rivals that of Zhu Shan. Quite remarkable," laughed an Overlord shrouded in crimson robes.

"His talent is exceptional, but there's no time left for him to grow," Overlord Hou Jue smiled. "Forget comparing him to Zhu Shan, he's even slightly weaker than your disciple Hou Xiao."

"Hou Xiao is indeed impressive, but if Wu Yuan breaks through, he too has a chance at the top ten." Another Overlord, taking on the form of living mist, said: "However, speaking of impressive, Zhu Shan still takes the crown. His cultivation speed is simply otherworldly."

"Indeed, it's inconceivable."

"I truly can't comprehend how he cultivates. A High Eldritch, reaching such a level?" These Overlords spoke one after another, all quite amazed.

Some of these Overlords were incredibly ancient, and had lived since the beginning of heaven and earth. They had seen countless monstrous prodigies, and it was extremely rare for someone to receive such praise from them.