Chapter 1950 Chapter 1942: An Enticing Offer
The room was not only spacious, but flawlessly arranged as these hundred or so figures were seated with status, authority, cultivation, and relationships in mind, especially as Heaven-Saint Ancient Zenith was the central figure, seated as the sole host of this gathering.
Wei Wuyin's brief, sweeping glance, after digesting the identity and arresting presence of Heaven-Saint Ancient Zenith, caught sight of a few familiar figures, including those extensively reported on by his intelligence network regarding exceptional figures of great talent, cultivation, or status. Notably among these hundred or so stellar existences was a middle-aged man in pomegranate colored robes tied together by a milky white sash. He exuded a calming aura and a sweet scent.
Wei Wuyin recognized him as none other than the Thriving Prohibition's Number ONE Alchemic Talent beneath the Heavenly Saint Alchemist level, on par in terms of status with the Seven Rising Heavens Ranking that Yue Baoyue and Tianshi Ya were a part of-World-Saint Seizing Source, also known as Xie Shanyuan. That was speaking relatively, of course. The Alchemic Dao of the Utmost Purity Galaxy was regarded as a field of extreme competition, and those who could rank had extraordinary origins or advantages that allowed them to stand out from literally more than quintillions of other alchemists.
Tianshi Ya was a direct descendant of the Zenith Creation Tower's Heaven-Saint Containing Creation and heavily favored by its sitting Dao Enforcer, a Superior Sage, even before their relationship had become officially recognized. Meanwhile, Yue Baoyue carried an effective cheat with her that significantly enhanced her concoctions.
Speaking of Tianshi Ya, she was sitting across from Xie Shanyuan. While she showcased no displeasure, her gaze would surreptitiously glance at the better seats where Suo Haoran sat. Next to him was an ever-smiling, amorous beauty with a scantily clad outfit that exposed her long legs and thick thighs, hiding her precious under region by the veil of a thin strip of her dress, simultaneously exposing her midriff, and allowing her long, vibrant dark hair to cascade across her, almost spilling from its containment chest.
She was a Superior Sage of the Prosperous Ruin Galaxy, Superior Meng. She had only attained the title just a few thousand years ago, but her reported age was remarkably young for a Supreme Sage, and despite her sensual appearance showcasing her great feminine qualities, she was well-respected and well-regarded by the entire galaxy.
A tinge of jealousy was deeply concealed within Tianshi Ya's glances as she and Suo Haoran sat near each other.
There were other figures here too, all of great alchemic status or incredibly high cultivation bases, but what caught his eye the most was that out of all the non-Resonant Soul Realm cultivators, roughly eighty percent had the aura of a Blessed! Be they male or female, they were all exuding varying auras of Blessed!
While 'varying' was rather generous, as not a single one was lacking. If he had to guess, they were all within the ten thousand or higher category of Karmic Luck Value. This, of course, was radiating from them at this very moment. Similarly, Su Yi's aura indicated a Karmic Luck Value, by his estimation and experience of his own growth, that was well within the hundreds of thousands.
Clearly, the active Karmic Luck Value's fortune that had yet to be exhausted or completed was still affecting them. And this gathering was rife with a dense air of karmic fortune, all converging onto Heaven-Saint Ancient Zenith.
"I feel as if I already know you, so I can't wait to get to know you more."
This observation of his took far less than a microsecond of thought, and just as Wei Wuyin had barely finished his sentence with a brazen grin, directed overtly at Heaven-Saint Ancient Zenith, causing various expressions to change, and even the atmosphere that was harmoniously cultivated to be thrown into disarray, a thunderous voice roared: "Impudent!!" The voice exploded the air, every ounce of its power was directed at Wei Wuyin, sending cascading waves of spiritual power in his direction, and barely disturbing the scene. The level of control was superb, and the spiritual strength behind it was supreme. The waves transformed into a crushing power, and they aimed to pound against his Sea of Consciousness.
Wei Wuyin kept his grin. The lone Pakhet behind him didn't move. Su Yi reacted instinctively, conjuring a tiny spiritual sword that guarded his glabella with pulsating spiritual power.
What happened next took everyone by surprise!
The young emperor stood there, the waves smashing against his entire body, invading his Sea of Consciousness, and causing his robes to flutter with a faint wind. His gaze never left Heaven-Saint Ancient Zenith, and his grin never fell. It was as if a gentle breeze had swept across his unearthly handsome face, his presence accentuated by nature's winds.
Wei Wuyin was unmoved, unharmed, and unaffected, as if that thunderous shout was a puff of worthless air.
The attacker was an Alchemic Knight, a genuine Supreme Sage at the Microheaven Envoy Phase-a young, tall young man with golden blonde hair and green eyes, standing guard from afar, and carrying the unique mark of the Ancient Zenith!
The core of the gathering lacked all Alchemic Knights as they stood at the far edge, and only Alchemic Knights of a certain degree were allowed in. For example, only Pakhet was given entry during the invitation, while Kang Min-ji and Hong Xuannu had to stay outside the room.
"This seems like a good spot to sit," Wei Wuyin verbalized before walking toward Heaven-Saint Ancient Zenith under her remarkable pair of Alchemic Stars. She was relatively alone, given enough space at the center to allow focus to gravitate from all directions, creating a small circle of exposed space.
Wei Wuyin entered that space, and directly opposite Heaven-Saint Ancient Zenith, only a seven feet of distance between them, he conjured a grand silver throne that was roughly on the same level as hers, and calmly sat down with ease and comfort, as if this was the best seat in the house. The seat where he could closely observe this stellar beauty of an entire galaxy, seeing her in its entirety.
The Alchemic Knight who had launched that spiritual shout was stunned into a disbelieving daze. The sheer brazenness and audacity of it all left him unable to even fathom what was happening!
Pakhet silently moved to the Alchemic Knights region alongside the other Mystic Overlords, Sages, and Enlightened Sages.
Wei Wuyin sat directly opposite to Ancient Zenith, staring into her eyes. Silently, his Alchemic Stars of Unparalleled Creation activated.
Then, her own Alchemic Stars reacted before the shaken, disbelieving, and infuriated gazes of everyone present. Her Alchemic Stars of Transcendent Purity were not unlike Wei Wuyin's. A four-pointed star at the center of the pupils that touched the edges of the irises, the only difference was its exuded aura, which was ancient, heavenly, and boundless in potential.
The four-pointed star transformed, becoming a five-pointed star, taking over the entirety of the pupil, breaching beyond the sclera, and at the edges of her eyes, smoky Utmost Purity Mist and luminous alchemical soul light intermingled, expelling outwards, granting her a godly gaze that seemed to contain the essence of the Alchemic Dao. She seemed to have touched upon the core of alchemy, a core that few could ever witness with their own minds.
Every alchemist within the room felt their heart pound and soul throb, including Su Yi, whose identity as an Alchemist had only been expanded during this life. In his previous life, it was merely an auxiliary profession of creation that had only been elevated to great heights due to his age and cultivation base. This was true for the other Creationist professions as well.
"Hello there," Wei Wuyin greeted. It was rather cheeky, almost as if suggesting that he was finally seeing her true self.
Her disposition changed to that of an utmost authority of the Alchemic Dao. She stood slightly straighter, and her presence underwent a heaven-shaking change, emanating a superiority of mind and skill.
However, while her authority was high in the mystical domain that touched the heavens' principles, officially recognized by the Alchemic Dao itself, far surpassing the others who were in the room, it could only rival Wei Wuyin's at best.
The casual demeanor of Wei Wuyin's actions could not be understated, instantly seizing the attention and momentum of the room, sharing it on equal terms with Heaven-Saint Ancient Zenith. A sign that he was not an inferior, but an equal.
Heaven-Saint Ancient Zenith gazed at Wei Wuyin intently, tracing his exquisitely unearthly face, landing on his lips, before inspecting the rest of him, including his resting dragon, finally landing back to his Alchemic Stars of Unparalleled Creation.
"Hello," she replied, smiling enticingly in a way that could rumble souls and snare hearts.
Wei Wuyin's grin widened. For this single moment, it was clear that these two were the main characters in a room full of those blessed by the Heavenly Daos. It was almost as if everyone else didn't exist.
As he grinned, staring into her gaze, she softly laughed. Wei Wuyin leaned forward eagerly, lifting his brows. And then, before everyone present, she playfully rolled her eyes that contained the essence of the Alchemic Dao. In response, Wei Wuyin chuckled as he leaned back, obtaining a comfortable sitting posture as if his job was done.
An invisible, unheard, and unknown exchange was occurring between them as if they were the only two in the world.
The Alchemic Knight of Ancient Zenith was bubbling with intense rage, including a notable hint of extreme jealousy burning in his gaze.
Ancient Zenith's Alchemic Stars didn't demote. Unlike Wei Wuyin, her former Alchemic Stars of Transcendent Purity was a result of a disguising spell that had broken free of its own after Wei Wuyin's provocation. She didn't have the Alchemic Stars of Unparalleled Creation's ability to perfectly emulate any Alchemic Stars.
Akin to other forms of Intent, when it advanced, it was rather difficult to disguise, and while one could limit their domain of influence to Awakened, World Heart, or Void Soul, they couldn't hide the truth of their Intent level without extensive effort.
"Daoist Su, please sit." Heaven-Saint Ancient Zenith gestured calmly toward an empty area. It was located with the other True Sage Phase talents. There was also another seat next to three or so Heavenly Saint Alchemists with Resonant Soul Realm cultivation bases, clearly meant for Wei Wuyin. Su Yi was momentarily confused by her placing him there among True Sage Phase talents given his strength, thinking he should be with the Superior Sages, but after seeing Wei Wuyin decide his seat amongst the crowd, he hesitated whether he should stand out or follow the arrangements.
His hesitation was brief but obvious. Eventually, under the gaze of everyone, some of whom were expecting him to act as outrageously as Wei Wuyin, he moved to sit in his designated seat. It was best not to rock the boat.
Wei Wuyin glanced over, a tinge of disappointment flickering within his gaze. Then, he spoke out: "It's best if you sit next to Superior Suo, Daoist Su. Don't you think so?" Wei Wuyin inquired to Heaven-Saint Ancient Zenith.
"If he wants," she said.
Su Yi halted his steps. Immediately, he turned to see Wei Wuyin's lingering disappointment. He thought for a moment and then realized that Wei Wuyin had arrived alongside him, and they had even walked into the venue together. His act of playing by typical arrangement was no different than belittling his own momentum.
Given Wei Wuyin's ability, there was no way he would arrive so late. Clearly, their actions established a subtle united front against the others present. He had nearly forgotten that this invitation likely held severe implications for any future opportunities.
A flicker of gratefulness entered his gaze as he looked at Wei Wuyin, not speaking further, and walking to sit next to the Superior Sages, whose gazes descended upon him with scrutiny. There were at least six, including Suo Haoran and the scantily clad woman of great sensual allure.
Silently, his status within the room was elevated. After their joint arrival, including Wei Wuyin's display of power and authority equivalence toward the Alchemic Dao, a sight that few understood deeply, but those who did were shaken to their True Souls, his position wasn't even questioned.
Silently, unknowingly when, Pakhet moved to the Supreme Sage area of Alchemic Knights.
'He's definitely not an exploitative Blessed.' Wei Wuyin thought as he focused on Heaven-Saint Ancient Zenith, who spoke a few words to the crowd, and then announced that everyone was finally present.
With no one else coming, she began the purpose of this objective.
"To most of you, you're already aware of my goal of bringing you all together. To ensure there's no misunderstanding or those who might be ignorant, I will repeat my intentions: I intend to bring two elite groups, divided into alchemists and combatants, to the Galactic Battlefield!
"My objective is to acquire enough War Souls to obtain two items that have been newly released: A Mystic-Soul grade Concoction Method and a Daospark Heavenly Treasure."
"!"
The atmosphere that was once jovial and soft became tense and grim immediately!
"Those among the Combatant Unit will be nurtured wholeheartedly by the Alchemist Unit, provided for and assisted by it in every facet of their cultivation. You will be allowed to bring up to 999 fellow warriors you trust as a Combatant, who will share in this nurturing and the danger, while Alchemists can bring up to 76 assistants to help with their concoction efforts.
"Before then, if you agree, and should anything happen to you that could not be undone, I will ensure your family is under the protection of my Ancient Zenith Tower for seven hundred thousand years!"
"..." Countless eyes brightened! Those ambitious youngsters shifted their gazes, locating prominent Worldly Saint Alchemists and Heavenly Saint Alchemists from across six galaxies!
Erdiul's Note: You know.. I'm starting to not mind Su Yi, especially after this scenario. The average stupid blessed
would have tried to make a scene the same way Wei Wuyin did, to satisfy their own ego and made things worse for no reason. He swallowed up that ego and did the right thing. Kevin obviously has plans for Su Yi other than being bait, but I'm not quite sure what it could be. Perhaps an Alchemic Knight? If Han Yuhei can become an alchemic knight, I don't see why Su Yi couldn't become one as well. Having war blessed as your Alchemic Knight sounds like a good deal honestly. One thing we know for sure, is that he wont become a prime. Wei Wuyins primes are literally monsters, and we will see how monstrous they are in the battlefield coming up.