Chapter 132: The Big Four (Second Update)

The Milky Way Galaxy, along with seven other major galaxies, together formed the Blue Silver Empire.

The Blue Silver Empire belonged solely to the category of Primary Universe Empires—that is, civilizations at the primary cosmic level.

There were more than five hundred such primary universe empires, including the Blue Silver Empire, all under the jurisdiction of the Black Dragon Mountain Universe Empire.

Black Dragon Mountain was classified as a Middle-level Universe Empire, commanding the Black Dragon Mountain star region, which comprised over eight thousand galaxies.

Above that, the Black Dragon Mountain Universe Empire was governed by the advanced cosmic civilization known as the Qianwu Universe Nation, situated in the Qianwu star sector.

Galaxy, star region, star sector, universe.

Earth, the Milky Way Galaxy, the Silver Blue Primary Universe Civilization Empire, the Black Dragon Mountain Middle Universe Civilization Empire, and the Qianwu Advanced Universe Civilization Empire.

Primary universe civilization empires governed galaxies!

Middle universe civilization empires commanded star regions!

Advanced universe civilization empires ruled star sectors!

Beyond that lay the pinnacle cosmic powers, whose influence spanned every corner of the universe.

Babata spoke at length.

For instance, a Domain Lord could easily annihilate Earth.

An Entity Lord held a noble status, one that even the Black Dragon Mountain Empire treated with utmost respect.

The Old Master was an immortal powerhouse, so formidable that even the Black Dragon Mountain Empire had to handle him cautiously.

“In the universe, bloodline is crucial—extremely crucial. A powerful bloodline is the shortcut to becoming a strong individual!” Babata emphasized. “Take you humans, for example. Many possess formidable lineages. The Old Master possessed a human branch lineage ranked among the top thirty of the entire human race. Upon reaching adulthood, he could attain the cosmic level. After possession, the Old Master made rapid progress, achieving immortality and traversing the universe. Without that, immortality would have been a distant dream, and even becoming an Entity Lord an unattainable luxury. Luo Feng, you are the same. The bloodline of Earth’s humans is far too weak!”

“But Senior Brother Qin is also from Earth!” Luo Feng challenged.

“You must understand, stability is fundamental to everything—it is the basis of continuity and the foundation of racial inheritance. Yet, there is an infinitesimal chance for mutation,” Babata explained. “Senior Brother Qin is such a mutation. It’s strange, even I cannot ascertain the reasons behind it. Suffice it to say, his potential far surpasses yours.”

“Mutation?” Qin Ming chuckled softly.

Without dwelling on that, Babata continued: “So, Luo Feng, if you want to grow strong, if you want to one day catch up to Senior Brother Qin, possession is your only way. As a mind cultivator, and with the soul imprint left by the Old Master, your path has been paved. What you lack now is a powerful life form. Understand that among humans, the strongest bloodline can only reach Domain Lord level upon adulthood, and that is exceedingly rare. Beyond that, the universe holds special life forms, such as cosmic beasts of immense scale. Encountering one would make you incredibly fortunate. Alas, Earth is too sparse; such beings don’t exist here. Your task now is to prepare diligently and master the Old Master’s secret inheritance technique for future use!”

They spoke at great length.

Babata also offered gifts.

“This is a spatial ring, extremely difficult to craft, made from rare materials, exceedingly precious!” Two rings appeared before Babata, which he then presented to Qin Ming and Luo Feng respectively. “Of course, there are many types of storage items—belts, bracelets, and the like—but their functions are largely the same. By imprinting your spiritual power into them, leaving your mark, they become yours!”

“Spiritual imprint?” Luo Feng was puzzled.

“Fool!” Babata retorted with no patience. “Look at Qin Ming—he’s already successfully claimed his ring!”

Luo Feng turned to see Qin Ming’s spatial ring already on his finger, seamlessly merging with his skin, vanishing from sight.

“Senior Brother Qin, how did you do that?” Luo Feng scratched his head.

“From my understanding, every life is unique. The body isn’t the sole uniqueness—it’s the soul. Babata, right?” Qin Ming asked.

“Exactly!” Babata nodded. “Go on.”

“The soul is unique. Once claimed, no one else can open the ring, even if they obtain it,” Qin Ming continued. “The soul’s external manifestation is spiritual power. Mind cultivators have it; martial artists have it too, but their spiritual power is relatively weaker. By infusing spiritual power into the ring, an imprint is naturally left behind!”

“See, Luo Feng, this is the difference between you and Qin Ming!” Babata spread out his hands. “He’s thoughtful, with astonishing comprehension and the ability to infer broadly from little.”

“Because he’s senior brother, of course,” Luo Feng muttered. Soon, he too completed the claiming process, mumbling, “This space doesn’t seem very big!”

“Not big enough!” Babata raised his palm, as if to slap Luo Feng, grumbling, “Do you know how difficult it is to create a spatial ring? It involves slicing a piece of space itself and then combining it with special materials! Your spatial ring is hundreds of meters in size, covering an area equivalent to two or three football fields. As for Qin Ming’s, I gave him some compensation—his is two or three times larger and comes with a martial artist’s battle blade suited to him. Luo Feng, no objections, right?”

“None at all!” Luo Feng was wise enough to accept the generosity.

“Considering Luo Feng’s clumsiness, my true form will enter his spatial ring to personally guide him,” Babata said. “As for Qin Ming, I’ll modify your smart wristwatch to leave a replica of myself inside, ready to answer your questions and provide guidance at any time. How does that sound?”

“No problem!”

“No problem!”

“Good!” Babata said, emitting a beam of light. In moments, Qin Ming’s wristwatch was transformed. “Let’s go. It’s time for me, Babata, to return to the world. Haha, let the entire universe tremble!”

“You truly have the aura of a little devil!” Qin Ming laughed.

“Hmph! When I followed the Old Master across the cosmos, I commanded many Entity Lords. Back then, I was the true demon lord reigning over the starry skies. Alas, now I can only teach two little fellows like you. Woe is me!”

“Don’t worry. With the two of us, you’ll still reign over the cosmic starry skies!” Qin Ming said. “Babata, my two elder brothers also possess extraordinary aptitude and have comprehended domains. Could they also become your disciples?”

“Hong and Thunder God?” Babata pondered. “For planetary-level cultivators to grasp domains is a rare talent in the universe. They can certainly become disciples of the Old Master. It depends if they’re willing. On Earth, only a handful like you are barely fit for cultivation!”

“That’s good!” Qin Ming revealed a pleased expression.

“Wait, what exactly is a domain?” Luo Feng asked.

“A domain is a profound concept, divided into nine levels. Upon reaching the ninth level, one attains the status of an Entity Lord,” Babata explained simply. “To put it plainly, a domain forms through the alignment of one’s innate talent with the cosmic laws, generating resonance. Comprehending the path of the domain makes understanding the laws easier; understanding the laws promotes the domain’s advancement. The two complement each other. Think of it this way: a domain is the application of laws, progressing from the roughest stage to full comprehension of the universe’s fundamental laws, step by step. After the ninth domain level, the laws gain recognition from the universe’s source laws. This is far beyond your current level; for now, just keep this much in mind.”

Qin Ming silently nodded.

Luo Feng was utterly bewildered.

After departing, Babata stored the spaceship within his spatial ring but entered Luo Feng’s spatial ring himself.

He briefly introduced the spaceship, describing it as something that would drive immortal powerhouses mad, and instructed them to keep it secret.

Breaking through the rocks and emerging from the misty island, standing in the open air, both felt their chests suddenly expand with a newfound breadth.

“My goal is the starry sea!” Luo Feng suddenly shouted.

“My goal is the pinnacle of the universe!” Qin Ming declared with great passion.

“See? That’s the difference!” Babata’s voice echoed. “Luo Feng, remember this: your mindset determines your achievements!”

“Isn’t it bloodline?”

“Ahem, did I say that before?”

Clouds drifted across the vast sky, and a strong wind stirred.

“Luo Feng, come. Follow me to the Extreme Martial Hall headquarters to recruit two more disciples for the Master,” Qin Ming said, stepping onto the warship. “From now on, Earth belongs to the four great powers!”

“Haha, the Four Great Powers indeed!” Luo Feng roared. “Truly the spirit of ruling the world!”

“Calling yourself king among ants—how meaningful is that?” Babata muttered, causing Luo Feng’s expression to stiffen.