Chapter 273: The Demigod Teacher's Choice

Chapter 273: The Demigod Teacher's Choice

"The youngest record?" Li Yuan pondered silently, as he hadn't delved much into this particular record before.

Within the vast Seven Stars Battlefield...

"This year's Seven Stars Battle 'Newbie Battle' has been outstanding." The deep voice continued, "Especially Bei Te Man and Li Yuan, who accomplished the feat of ascending the mountain in one go. This is the first time in the history of the Newbie Battle, and Li Yuan even broke the record... I hope all God Warrior Temple members can learn from them."

"Good, this year's Seven Stars Battle is now concluded!"

"I hope everyone will work hard in the coming year and not disappoint expectations."

A rumbling sound filled the air as the large doors, not far from the spectator stand, slowly opened. Numerous God Warrior Temple members who had been watching the battle began to excitedly discuss and make their way out of the battlefield.

However, their discussions mainly revolved around Li Yuan, with barely any mention of Bei Te Man.

After all, although Bei Te Man's 'One Battle Ascension' was impressive, it paled in comparison to Li Yuan's achievement.

Not to mention, figures like Ludenev had become members of the Seven Stars Mountain at an even younger age.

As for Yu Jing He, Tawa Lei Si, and other peerless geniuses, they were amazed but didn't consider themselves inferior to Bei Te Man.

But Li Yuan was truly exceptional, a first in the entire civilization's history.

At just 19 years old!

Everyone could see that Li Yuan's victory in the seventh match was overwhelmingly dominant, and his strength surpassed even Bei Te Man. How could they compare?

Li Yuan waved his hand, putting away the Black Star Gun into his storage treasure, and was about to return to the spectator stand.

"Li Yuan, don't go back yet. Stay outside the Seven Stars Battlefield for a moment." A gentle voice suddenly resonated in Li Yuan's mind.

Li Yuan turned to look at the podium; it was Endu Hong's voice.

Endu Hong, dressed in white, nodded slightly.

Li Yuan's heart stirred with thoughts: "It's probably about becoming a Seven Stars Mountain member."

Instantly, Li Yuan leaped and flew out hundreds of meters, soaring over the dozens-of-meter-high spectator wall, and returned to the spectator stand.

Dantu Feng, Alicia, and the others were all waiting there.

"Li Yuan, that last shot was so cool." Dantu Feng's eyes lit up. "Winning seven matches in a row, we were worried you wouldn't win six, but who knew you'd even use a Star Art and blast away a Skysoar Warrior with your final shot."

Dantu Feng's exaggerated expression made everyone laugh.

"Li Yuan, you'll soon be able to rival Skysoar Warriors." Borres, with his golden hair, shook his head. "I was rash."

Suddenly, he turned to Alicia beside him. "Alicia, sorry for disturbing you earlier. I shouldn't have sent you so many messages."

"It's fine, I blocked messages a while ago." Alicia spoke indifferently.

At this, the people around couldn't hold back their laughter, and even Li Yuan shook his head, amused.

But Borres didn't mind; he was easygoing.

He understood that Li Yuan, so young yet already a Seven Stars Mountain member, had great potential to become a Demigod, and competing with him for Alicia was hopeless.

Moreover...

Borres didn't solely have his eyes set on Alicia; since entering the God Warrior Realm, he had noticed many female God Warrior Temple members.

He didn't have to fixate on Alicia.

"Li Yuan, congratulations."

"Li Yuan, welcome to our group." Several voices echoed as a group of people descended from the upper section of the spectator stand, approaching Li Yuan with smiles.

"Yu Jing He, Tawa Lei Si, and An Yongya," Li Yuan smiled, recognizing only these three.

But the others, standing alongside them, were undoubtedly top-tier geniuses of the Seven Stars Mountain.

"Li Yuan, let me introduce you to..." Yu Jing He began introducing his companions.

These top-tier geniuses smiled and greeted Li Yuan, each introducing themselves politely.

Li Yuan responded, memorizing their appearances and names.

This scene made Jin Huguo, Yin Man, and Neveski, who were nearby, sigh in admiration.

When they were on Blue Star, they were the pride of the land, attracting much attention.

But in the God Warrior Temple, everyone was talented, and even someone as gifted as Dantu Feng was unremarkable... Perhaps in the future, they too would shine, but Li Yuan already dazzled.

All were geniuses, but being a genius in a city or a star was different from being among the top geniuses of an entire civilization.

This scene made many God Warrior Temple members sigh in the distance: "They're all top geniuses of the Seven Stars Mountain, each with True Intention, usually very proud, yet so polite to Li Yuan."

"It's different. Even if a Seven Stars Mountain member condenses True Intention, catching up to them is difficult. Although Li Yuan's strength is weaker now, how old is he? In the future, catching up and surpassing them is almost certain."

"Bei Te Man also ascended in one battle, but Yu Jing He and the others wouldn't proactively greet him."

Many veteran God Warrior Temple members knew that even Seven Stars Mountain members were separated by tiers. Those without True Intention and those with True Intention were worlds apart.

Only by refining the True Intention can one qualify to enter the topmost circle of Seven Star Mountain.

Yet, the top genius of this circle has already extended an invitation to Li Yuan ahead of time.

"Li Yuan?" Bei Te Man, standing further away, frowned slightly at this scene.

... Several minutes later, outside the Seven Star Arena.

"Okay."

"Li Yuan, it's settled. After tomorrow, when you enter Seven Star Mountain, come to my palace." Yu Jing He smiled at Li Yuan, "I'll host a banquet and invite everyone to celebrate your joining Seven Star Mountain."

"Then, thank you, Brother Yu." Li Yuan smiled and nodded in agreement.

Perhaps in the future, he could become a Demigod, or even a God! But a good man needs three helpers, and at least for the current stage, making more friends like these is beneficial.

Whoosh! Whoosh! Whoosh!

Yu Jing He, Tawa Lei Si, and An Yong Ya, along with over ten others, no longer lingered and transformed into streams of light, flying away.

They came to spectate at Yu Jing He's invitation, specifically to watch Li Yuan.

Li Yuan's astonishing performance did not disappoint them and even left them in awe.

"Flight!"

"Flying and earth-penetrating, so cool! But we have to become Skyborne Warriors before we can fly." Many members of the God Warrior Temple, who had not yet reached the flight threshold, revealed envious gazes in their eyes.

Flying and earth-penetrating were the hallmarks of top-tier genius Origin Martial Artists.

...

Turning around, Li Yuan then sent Dantu Feng and Alicia onto a flying vehicle and arranged to meet the next day.

At this moment, outside the massive metal building, it had already quieted down. The hundreds of God Warrior Temple members who came to spectate had all left... With the viewing over, they had to continue their cultivation.

Especially Li Yuan's performance, which further inspired many.

"Li Yuan." A slightly stiff voice sounded, and Bei Te Man, wearing a blue robe, walked forward.

"Bei Te Man, congratulations." Li Yuan showed a slight smile, and it was clear that Bei Te Man had also been asked to stay via sound transmission.

"Don't congratulate me." Bei Te Man forced a smile, "I barely defeated that Skyborne Warrior, and I'm far behind you. Moreover, I'm already 26 years old."

"I watched your battle, and your Gun Technique should be close to condensing the True Intention." Li Yuan smiled, "Being able to condense the True Intention before 30 years old is already extremely impressive. Perhaps, you'll condense the Cosmic True Will before me."

In terms of skill, the two of them were not far apart.

"I should seclude myself for another year or two, and that should be enough." Bei Te Man's face also showed a hint of a smile.

Bei Te Man was still very confident in his Gun Technique.

The two of them chatted.

Gradually, Li Yuan discovered that although Bei Te Man seemed cold on the surface but was actually not very good with words and seemed a bit introverted.

However, it was their first meeting, and Li Yuan didn't dare to assume that the other was pretending.

You can't truly understand a person just by their words; you understand them through working together repeatedly.

Several minutes later, a white stream of light shot out from the Seven Star Arena and landed directly in front of the two of them.

"Mountain Lord."

"Mountain Lord." Li Yuan and Bei Te Man simultaneously bowed respectfully, and it was indeed Endu Hong who had arrived.

"You two performed exceptionally well." Endu Hong smiled, "After this battle, the Logistics Department will immediately prepare your palace in Seven Star Mountain. Within half a day, you'll receive the authorization notification... and you'll be able to move in directly."

"Yes." Li Yuan and Bei Te Man both nodded involuntarily.

Having been in the God Warrior Realm for half a month, they both understood that except for Seven Star Mountain members... other God Warrior Temple members were not allowed to enter the mountain unless under special circumstances.

Any unauthorized flying vehicles that approached might be directly destroyed by some terrifying hidden weapons within Seven Star Mountain.

"Compared to regular and ordinary members, Seven Star Mountain members have four additional benefits." Endu Hong looked at the two of them, "First, there's an annual increase in Seven Stars Points."

"Second, there's an increase in access rights. Most Star Arts and secret techniques in the civilization are available for you to view and learn for free."

"Third, you're eligible to accept Skyborne-level tasks." Endu Hong explained.

Li Yuan and Bei Te Man both contemplated this.

If they weren't Seven Star Mountain members, it proved their strength wasn't enough... then, they couldn't even accept some highly rewarding Alliance tasks.

"The final benefit is guidance from a Demigod." Endu Hong said, "The Alliance will dispatch a Demigod or some extremely powerful Skyborne Star Lord... to guide your cultivation for two years."

Li Yuan and Bei Te Man's eyes lit up.

So, Seven Star Mountain members had this kind of privilege.

"This isn't apprenticeship, just pure guidance. Do you have any specific requests?" Endu Hong asked, "If you don't, the Alliance will dispatch a Demigod based on your Weapon and True Intent Law direction."

In the depths of their thoughts, Endmu Mountain Lord did not rush to urge them.

After a while, Bei Te Man shook his head, "Mountain Lord, I have no objections. As long as a Demigod comes to guide me, that's all I need."

Endmu Mountain Lord turned to Li Yuan, "And you, Li Yuan? Do you want the Alliance to randomly assign a Demigod from the Earth lineage too?"

"No."

Li Yuan hesitated for a moment before saying, "I hope the Alliance can arrange for a Demigod from the Wind lineage to guide my cultivation."

"A Demigod from the Wind lineage?" Endmu Mountain Lord frowned.

What a rare opportunity to be personally guided by a Demigod! Why not focus on one path?

He actually wants guidance from a Demigod of the Wind lineage?

Even Bei Te Man was surprised and looked at Li Yuan. He had just witnessed Li Yuan's battle... and Li Yuan was clearly from the Earth lineage.

"Do you know..." Endmu Mountain Lord was about to scold him but suddenly remembered Fang Hai's words, and he held back.

"Are you sure?" Endmu Mountain Lord changed his tone.

He looked at Li Yuan, "Although your talent is high, you haven't even truly condensed your True Intention yet... Do you want to divert your focus to comprehend the Wind lineage at this time? Moreover, you haven't even truly entered the Wind lineage, have you?"

"Not yet."

"But I want to give it a try." Li Yuan said seriously, understanding the Mountain Lord's implication.

The path of True Intent was incredibly difficult.

Even for Skyborne Warriors, condensing True Intention was challenging, let alone crossing the threshold of True Intent... Focusing on one path might not guarantee Demigod ascension.

If he were to be distracted, the chances of becoming a Demigod would become even more slim.

However, Li Yuan had his own considerations. He had resonated with the consciousness of a God, and he was well aware of the terrifying power that would arise from combining the mysteries of different laws. Moreover, he had been practicing with his long spear, attempting to evoke the Wind's vibrations.

The vibrations of the Wind! Although Li Yuan's comprehension was slow, it brought him immense joy.

Li Yuan greatly enjoyed this path.

Most importantly, in Li Yuan's opinion, he had cultivated the 'True Interpretation of the Earth Star Vein' and possessed the 'Ten Thousand Phenomena Star Chart'. Even if another Demigod from the Earth lineage came to guide him, his cultivation progress might not improve much.

However.

If a Demigod from the Wind lineage came to specifically guide his cultivation in the Wind lineage, the significance would be entirely different.

Although Endmu Mountain Lord was displeased, seeing Li Yuan's determination, he no longer tried to dissuade him, "Fine, I'll convey your request... But there's no guarantee that a Demigod from the Wind lineage will be willing to come, so you should be mentally prepared."

"After all, the Alliance can't force a Demigod to guide him."

"When Demigods guide Seven Stars Mountain members, they also choose who to guide." Endmu Mountain Lord said.

"I understand." Li Yuan nodded.

Good teachers like smart students... Since he hadn't displayed his talent in the Wind lineage, those Demigods might not be willing to waste their time guiding him.

"Alright, you two can go back now. I'll send you off." Endmu Mountain Lord said.

...

Endmu Mountain Lord watched as Li Yuan and Bei Te Man departed on their respective flying vehicles.

"The Wind lineage?" Endmu Mountain Lord frowned, "This Li Yuan, he's really being reckless, even if he's a genius, he's wasting his talent."

"Let's leave it for the higher-ups to worry about."

Endmu Mountain Lord began sending messages.

...

In the special spectator space within the virtual network, the numerous Demigods who had been watching were gradually leaving.

Li Yuan's performance had indeed amazed them, but that was the extent of it.

As the peak existence within the civilization, Demigods were also extremely proud.

From Origin Martial Artists to Skyborne Warriors, and then to Demigods... Li Yuan's journey to reach their level was destined to be a long one.

However, Fang Hai and San Ye Demigod had been waiting here all along, seemingly awaiting news.

Suddenly, San Ye Demigod spoke, a hint of confusion flashing in her eyes, "Li Yuan hopes to be guided by a Demigod from the Wind lineage."

"A Demigod from the Wind lineage?" Fang Hai was equally surprised.

"This kid is a bit willful." San Ye Demigod shook her head, "Although some Skyborne Warriors and Demigods might explore a second path, most do so when they hit a bottleneck on their first path. But Li Yuan has already formed the embryonic form of the Star True Intention in the Earth lineage, and his talent in that lineage is so high. Yet, he wants to divert his focus to comprehend the Wind lineage?"

"You, as the principal, should you not advise him?" San Ye Demigod looked at Fang Hai.

Fang Hai also frowned, as he didn't understand Li Yuan's decision either.

However.

Fang Hai, San Ye Demigod, and Endmu Hong had different perspectives... He was well aware of the terrifying talent Li Yuan possessed in his Star Vein.

With different information, their views on the issue varied.

"No need." Fang Hai shook his head, "But regarding this matter, don't rush to inform those Demigods from the Wind lineage... They definitely won't be willing to guide him."

Fang Hai understood very well.

Demigods were proud beings.

They might acknowledge Li Yuan's talent in the Earth lineage, but that didn't mean they would acknowledge his talent in the Wind lineage.

"You should go report this to the Grand Master first." Fang Hai said solemnly, "Let's see what the Grand Master thinks."

"This minor matter, report it to the Alliance Leader?" San Ye Demigod was taken aback.

"Since it involves Li Yuan, you can report it." Fang Hai shook his head, "The Grand Master won't blame you."

"Alright." San Ye Demigod frowned, suddenly remembering the order from Dongfang Ji.

After hearing Fang Hai's words, San Ye Ban Shen realized that Li Yuan might be hiding a great secret that even he was unaware of.

"I'll take my leave now." San Ye Ban Shen rose, and his figure vanished with a thunderous sound.

In the vast spectator hall, only Fang Hai remained seated alone.

"Teacher San Ye," Fang Hai sighed inwardly.

Years ago, he had also ascended to Seven Stars Mountain and received guidance from a Demigod.

And that Demigod who guided him was none other than San Ye Ban Shen.

"Just wait."

"Teacher San Ye," Fang Hai smiled slightly, "You reject me now because of our age difference and disparity in strength... But once I achieve Demigod, no one will question it anymore."

Demigods, with their thousand-year lifespan and eternally youthful appearance, often had partners with age differences of a few hundred years, or even three hundred years.

...

In the highest headquarters of the Xinghuo Wudian, a white-clad woman wearing a black mask emerged from the most advanced virtual pod in a conference room.

Through the mask, only her ice-cold eyes could be seen, like a frozen glacier.

"Hmm?" San Ye Ban Shen lowered her head to look at her smart ring, and a hint of shock flashed in her eyes as she read the single message: "I'll handle it."

"The Alliance Leader responded so quickly and agreed?" San Ye Ban Shen was astonished.

Earlier, she had immediately reported to Dong Fang Ji, and her heart was filled with apprehension. According to San Ye Ban Shen's understanding, it was almost impossible for Dong Fang Ji to agree to such a request. But surprisingly, he did!

"Li Yuan, does he hold such importance in the Alliance Leader's heart?" San Ye Ban Shen wondered, "What's so special about him?"

Is it his skill talent? It didn't seem likely! Having high skill talent now didn't guarantee a smooth path to becoming a Demigod or reaching even higher realms... The path of cultivation was full of hardships, and countless geniuses were stuck at bottlenecks.

"But the Alliance Leader supports Li Yuan?" San Ye Ban Shen thought to herself.

She was well aware of the Alliance Leader's terrifying power, which far surpassed even the second strongest of the Seven Stars Civilization, Lan Te Ban Shen. And the gap between them was only widening.

San Ye Ban Shen couldn't forget how, decades ago, a group of Demigods from the Demonic Civilization tried to invade Flying Star, only to be defeated by Dong Fang Ji. After that battle, the Demonic Civilization fell silent, never again launching a large-scale war.

It wasn't that they had given up; they had been scared into submission. No matter how many Demigods they produced, it seemed they were no match for Dong Fang Ji's slaughter.

Thus, the title of 'Invincible Demigod' was born.

"It seems,"

"I'll have to be more careful around Li Yuan from now on." San Ye Ban Shen sighed inwardly.

...

On the afternoon of the Seven Stars Battle's conclusion, Li Yuan received notification of his admittance to Seven Stars Mountain.

He moved directly into the mountain's grand residence, which was essentially no different from a luxurious villa on the ground, just on a larger scale... The accompanying robots for practice were more advanced, and the provided resources were even more abundant.

The next day, Li Yuan hosted a banquet, inviting Dantu Feng, Alicia, and other friends to celebrate his ascension to Seven Stars Mountain... In the God Warrior Realm, there was a dedicated banquet venue with exquisite dishes, all of the finest quality.

The prices were exorbitant, with a million Blues Star Coins for a meal being normal, but for God Warrior Temple members, it was not a concern.

On the third day, Li Yuan attended another banquet hosted by Yu Jing He, which was even grander.

It was an opportunity for Li Yuan to meet more of Seven Stars Mountain's elite, truly integrating into this circle.

...

Time passed, and after the banquets, Li Yuan began his cultivation on Seven Stars Mountain.

In reality, it wasn't much different from cultivating on the ground; the environment might be better, but the cultivation process remained the same... He had to put in the effort himself.

Skill improvement required constant refinement and contemplation.

However, Endu Hong hadn't arranged for a Demigod teacher, and Li Yuan wasn't in a hurry.

Without guidance from a Wind lineage Demigod, a Demigod from another lineage wouldn't make much difference.

...

July 25th.

Flying Star, Prajna Sea.

This was an extremely mysterious area on Flying Star, vast and expansive, but constantly battered by level 12 gales, making the natural environment harsh and rarely visited.

Deep within the sea, amidst the howling winds, stood a small island, only a few kilometers in diameter, barren and desolate.

Atop a peak on the island, a figure in ancient hemp robes stood, facing the wind and waves, eyes closed, like a unique sculpture blending seamlessly with the heavens and earth.

Suddenly, a deep voice resonated, carrying a powerful will.

"Hmm?" The middle-aged man in hemp robes slowly opened his eyes, puzzled at first. "Dong Fang?"

"You've already condensed Law Will?" Surprise flashed through his eyes.

(End of Chapter)

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