Chapter 237: Galaxy Star Master
Chapter 237: Galaxy Star Master (End of Chapter Preview)
"It's you."
Lin Yuan looked towards the edge of the map, at a star domain that had just been incorporated into the boundaries of human civilization, and made his decision.
Human civilization was constantly expanding outward, with vast stretches of galaxies being brought under its domain daily.
To fully integrate these star domains into human civilization, it was necessary to have powerful beings of sufficient stature to preside over them, thus facilitating large-scale immigration.
And who better to fulfill this role than an Eighth-tier Evolver—a being of formidable strength.
In the myriad wars between the countless races of the cosmic universe, the upper limit of combat power typically plateaued at the Eighth Tier. The Ninth-tier Evolvers were reserved for times of large-scale conflict, such as the recent reckoning between the human civilization and the Bug Tribe's Grand Alliance.
Only during such dire circumstances would Ninth-tier or even stronger Evolvers be deployed.
However, this was a rare occurrence, brought about by the Bug Tribe's attempt to monopolize an ultimate evolution path devoid of any supreme beings.
This audacious act had incited the wrath of the human civilization.
Even the Bug Tribe possessed a degree of self-awareness, and in the face of the human civilization's retribution, they chose not to resist fiercely. Otherwise, a full-scale war between the two peak racial alliances would have ensued.
Thus, in a typical war, Eighth-tier combatants were the pinnacle of power. As for Ninth and Tenth-tier beings? Even on large-scale alien battlefields, it was unthinkable for such mighty entities to intervene casually.
The human civilization's decision to station an Eighth-tier Evolver at the edge of the star domain was already a significant show of their commitment.
"This star domain houses twelve galaxies. According to the initial survey, there are as many as 1.5 million life planets suitable for normal human habitation, and over 10 billion resource planets of various types."
Lin Yuan carefully perused the detailed information about this star domain. Although only a preliminary survey had been conducted, providing limited accuracy, it was sufficient for him to grasp the general picture.
Overall, the star domain he had chosen was about half the size of the Chi Kun Star Domain, a fact evident from the number of life planets within it.
Most importantly, this star domain shared borders with alien races that did not include any peak clans, making it relatively safe.
"From now on, this star domain will be the place I preside over for five hundred years or even longer."
Lin Yuan studied the star domain on the map intently, observing it from various angles.
"I'll submit the application right away."
After some thought, Lin Yuan began the application process with the Wisdom Goddess.
"Application approved."
"Soon, a staff member will contact you to verify your strength."
The solemn and chilly voice of the Wisdom Goddess echoed in his mind.
"Understood."
Lin Yuan nodded.
Although the Chi Kun lineage had issued an announcement proclaiming Lin Yuan's entry into the Eighth Tier, it was standard procedure for the human civilization's official channels to confirm such advancements independently.
This was not due to suspicions of fraud but rather a necessary step in the process.
Even disciples of the strongest beings had to adhere to this protocol upon reaching the Eighth Tier.
"Before my teacher left, he asked me to pay him a visit."
Lin Yuan received a message from the Chi Kun Star Master, his heart stirring slightly.
The Grand Peak Master had also visited the Chi Kun Star Master before his departure.
Most likely, the Chi Kun Star Master would bestow some treasures to aid in tackling the myriad challenges of presiding over an edge star domain.
Edge star domains were complex, and while the human civilization had ostensibly driven out the alien races, numerous issues remained.
For instance, what was to be done with certain special lifeforms that had inhabited this region since their birth and bore no hostile intentions towards human civilization?
These were difficult questions.
Just because these special lifeforms were scarce in number didn't mean they would be easy to deal with.
Two days later.
Official personnel from the human civilization arrived at the Chi Kun main star.
"Peak Master Lin."
There were two staff members—one with a sturdy build and the other slender.
"This is the procedure, and we ask for your understanding, Peak Master Lin." The slender staff member offered a smile.
Many Eighth-tier Evolvers might find this process off-putting, but rules were rules, and to assume control of a star domain's authority, one had to go through the established channels.
"I understand."
Lin Yuan, however, was unfazed.
"Peak Master Lin, please manipulate the World Force and interact with this crystal ball." The tall staff member produced a crystal ball and placed it before Lin Yuan.
The crystal ball was transparent, containing within it flecks of starlight that resembled a starry sea.
"Very well."
With a slight mental nudge, Lin Yuan infused a wisp of World Force into the crystal ball, swiftly retracting it afterward.
Buzz.
The crystal ball trembled slightly, emitting slender strands of golden light.
"Peak Master Lin's World Force is indeed authentic," the slender staff member said, his pupils constricting slightly as he exchanged a glance with his tall companion.
Having confirmed the strength of numerous Eighth-tier Evolvers, they considered themselves well-versed in such matters.
Yet, they were still astonished by the sheer quality of Lin Yuan's World Force.
It was almost on par with that of an Eighth-tier peak Evolver.
The two staff members were awe-struck. They had initially assumed that Peak Master Lin would have crossed into the Eighth Tier before reaching a hundred years of age.
Given such rapid progress, they had expected his foundation to be less stable than those who took tens of thousands of years to reach the Eighth Tier.
However, from this brief display of World Force, it was evident that the stability of Lin Yuan's inner world far exceeded that of a typical newcomer to the Eighth Tier.
"Peak Master Lin, please drip a drop of blood into this bowl." The tall staff member produced a metal bowl and placed it before Lin Yuan.
To confirm an Evolver's advancement to the Eighth Tier, three aspects had to be verified: World Force, physical prowess, and soul strength.
Relying solely on World Force was insufficient, as a small minority of Seventh-tier Evolvers could manifest an inner world just shy of the Seventh Tier's apex.
Lin Yuan, for instance, had fully formed his inner world while still at the Sixth Tier's peak, right before breaking through to the Seventh.
Only by combining assessments of physical and soul strength could one conclusively determine an Evolver's entry into the Eighth Tier.
Swoosh.
Lin Yuan squeezed out a drop of blood.
It fell into the metal bowl, and after the slender staff member confirmed, Lin Yuan caused the droplet to vanish with a thought.
Having mastered the 'Blood Rebirth' physical divine ability, Lin Yuan possessed absolute control over every drop of his blood.
With the physical verification complete.
Lin Yuan proceeded to demonstrate his soul power.
Soon.
The two staff members obtained their confirmation.
Peak Master Lin had indeed entered the Eighth Tier.
Furthermore, during the assessment, they surmised that his strength far surpassed that of an ordinary Eighth-tier Evolver.
"Peak Master Lin."
"We have completed the confirmation process."
The two staff members offered a slight bow, their tone respectful.
"Thank you."
Lin Yuan nodded.
"May I ask if Peak Master Lin has chosen a name for the star domain he wishes to preside over?" The slender staff member asked, a hint of curiosity in his voice.
"A name?"
Lin Yuan pondered for a moment before replying, "I've already thought of one."
"What is it?" The slender staff member inquired eagerly.
This wasn't exactly a secret, as the name of a star domain would eventually become public knowledge.
"Let's call it 'Galaxy,'" Lin Yuan said calmly, his eyes serene yet his voice carrying a hint of profound intent.
The two officials didn't understand the meaning behind the name, but they smiled and congratulated him. "Then congratulations, Galaxy Star Master, on your new appointment."
With the star domain named 'Galaxy', Lin Yuan would naturally be known as the Galaxy Star Master.
"Galaxy Star Master..."
Lin Yuan's thoughts wandered.
He had named the star domain Galaxy to commemorate his previous existence in the Milky Way Galaxy, where Earth was located, before he crossed over to this vast cosmic universe.
Shortly after the two officials left,
Less than a minute later,
Lin Yuan received confirmation from the Wisdom Goddess.
"Honored Seventh-tier Citizen Lin Yuan, your star domain application has been approved."
"Next, please select the main star configuration."
The solemn and chilly voice of the Wisdom Goddess echoed in his mind.
"Main star configuration?" Lin Yuan's eyebrows furrowed.
He knew what a main star was—the most central and crucial part of a star domain, such as the Chi Kun Main Star in the Chi Kun Star Domain.
"Honored Seventh-tier Citizen Lin Yuan, the main star configuration involves choosing the level of resource investment for the main star."
"For newly incorporated star domains, the human civilization officially provides a free C-grade transformation. Once the star master confirms the main star, specialized Evolvers will be dispatched to implement the transformation, ensuring it possesses basic warfare capabilities."
The Wisdom Goddess provided an explanation.
"I understand,"
Lin Yuan immediately comprehended.
The Chi Kun Main Star, as the most prosperous location in the Chi Kun Star Domain, was a place even Eighth-tier Evolvers dared not act recklessly.
And what was it relying on?
The Chi Kun Star Master?
Not entirely.
The Chi Kun Star Master spent most of his time in seclusion, only bothering himself with matters pertaining to the thirteen mountain peaks and leaving the rest unattended.
Usually, the management of the Chi Kun Main Star fell to war technology weapons like the planetary defense system.
The planetary defense system on the Chi Kun Main Star was formidable enough to easily suppress a typical Eighth-tier Evolver.
"What level of planetary defense system does the C-grade transformation entail?" Lin Yuan asked.
"It can suppress all Sixth-tier powerhouses and most Seventh-tier powerhouses," the Wisdom Goddess replied.
"And what about higher levels of transformation?"
Lin Yuan continued his inquiry.
"B-grade transformation can suppress all Seventh-tier powerhouses and most Eighth-tier powerhouses. It requires an additional payment of 100,000 cubic universe crystals from the star master."
"A-grade transformation can suppress almost all Eighth-tier Evolvers, excluding Eighth-tier Undefeatable. It necessitates an extra payment of one million cubic universe crystals from the star master."
The voice of the Wisdom Goddess conveyed the information.
"That expensive?" Lin Yuan couldn't help but be taken aback. Even the B-grade transformation required 100,000 universe crystals—a staggering amount equivalent to the entire wealth of an Eighth-tier peak Evolver, including the value of their treasures and weapons.
As for A-grade, it was even more exorbitant.
However, the benefits were evident. The B-grade transformation alone could easily handle most Eighth-tier Evolvers, and this capability was priceless.
"The main star of a star domain is its future economic and political center, so security must be airtight."
Lin Yuan mused to himself.
"As long as the main star is well-managed, it will become a cash cow. The Chi Kun Main Star attracts countless merchants from surrounding star domains every day, generating substantial profits for the Chi Kun Star Master."
"I choose the B-grade transformation."
After some contemplation, Lin Yuan made his decision.
Both the B-grade and A-grade transformations were 'benefits' provided by human civilization to star masters.
A planetary defense system capable of suppressing most Eighth-tier powerhouses would cost several hundred thousand cubic universe crystals if purchased privately.
"B-grade transformation requires 100,000 cubic universe crystals. Honored Seventh-tier Citizen Lin Yuan, please confirm." The voice of the Wisdom Goddess prompted.
"Confirmed."
Lin Yuan nodded.
The next moment,
His account balance decreased by 100,000 cubic universe crystals.
"That was fast!" Lin Yuan winced in pain as he watched his wealth diminish. If those 100,000 cubic universe crystals had remained in his account for a little longer, they would have generated millions of civilization coins in interest.
"This money really burns a hole in my pocket," Lin Yuan sighed.
After the Eighth-tier celebration, Lin Yuan's total wealth had once reached nearly 200,000 cubic universe crystals.
Now, it had shrunk by more than half.
"I'll earn it back in the future."
"As long as the main star is secure, it will undoubtedly become the economic center of a star domain. How can I worry about not recouping my investment then?"
Lin Yuan consoled himself.
These were all initial investments. If given a choice, Lin Yuan would have even opted for the A-grade transformation.
After his star domain selection was approved,
Lin Yuan did not return to the grand hall.
Instead, he proceeded directly to the reddish palace where the Chi Kun Star Master was in seclusion.
"Teacher."
On the palace, Lin Yuan bowed slightly to the Chi Kun Star Master.
Even now, having entered the Eighth-tier, Lin Yuan still felt a sense of powerlessness when facing the Chi Kun Star Master.
After all, although Lin Yuan had just reached the Eighth-tier, his inner world was strong enough to challenge even an Eighth-tier late-stage or peak powerhouse.
"Is this the power of Eighth-tier Undefeatable? Mastering one type of Cosmic Force?" Lin Yuan wondered silently.
Each Eighth-tier Undefeatable possessed a power that transcended the Eighth-tier.
This power was also known as 'Cosmic Force'.
Eighth-tier Undefeatables were essentially still in the Eighth-tier's fourth stage, also known as the Eighth-tier Extreme.
However, in terms of battle prowess, Eighth-tier Undefeatables were almost overwhelmingly superior to Eighth-tier Extremes. A million years ago, Black Abyss Tribe's Eighth-tier Undefeatable, Black Abyss Qingyu, killed Eighth-tier late-stage Ouyin with a single soul attack.
Every Eighth-tier Undefeatable was unique, and the Cosmic Force they mastered was distinct.
"Good child, have you chosen your star domain?" The Chi Kun Star Master beamed at Lin Yuan.
Among his thirteen disciples, Lin Yuan was the one who gave him the least worry, and currently, Lin Yuan had achieved the most among them.
It was foreseeable that in the future, Lin Yuan would also attain the highest achievements.
"Teacher, I've made my choice," Lin Yuan replied.
He then retrieved the map and marked the star domain he had selected.
"There?"
"It's not bad,"
The Chi Kun Star Master nodded.
"When you go to the edge of the star domain, you must be extra cautious. By the way, has the Overarching Being met with you?" The Chi Kun Star Master suddenly asked.
If it were just a Seventh-tier powerhouse under a hundred years old, the Overarching Being might not pay attention. But in the case of an Eighth-tier powerhouse under a hundred years old, the Chi Kun Star Master was almost certain that the Overarching Being would have taken notice.
"Teacher, the Overarching Being I met was Xia Qin,"
Lin Yuan stated.
There was no need for secrecy on this matter. How could the top ten or even top twenty most talented geniuses in the history of human civilization have never met an Overarching Being?
"Xia Qin, the Overarching Being? He's the one known for his combat prowess in our human civilization." The Chi Kun Star Master spoke up.
There were nine Overarching Beings in human civilization.
Each Overarching Being excelled in different aspects.
To be precise, Overarching Beings had no weaknesses; they merely had different areas of expertise compared to their peers.
Take the Butterfly Overarching Being, for example. While she might not specialize in direct combat, the evolutionary path she followed allowed her to construct an illusory universe.
The current virtual world of human civilization originated from the 'Authority' of the Butterfly Overarching Being, capable of replicating nearly 100% of all things in the universe, including its rules.
The importance of the Butterfly Overarching Being was no less than that of Xia Qin Overarching Being.
(End of Chapter)
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