Chapter 297: Why Did It Turn Out Like This?

Chapter 297: Why Did It Turn Out Like This?

November 28, 2024

After some contemplation, Su Nan eventually agreed to Li Ze's proposal.

Having an additional Human Plane would greatly benefit the development of the Star Alliance.

"The plan can be implemented, but we must not rush it. This is not something that can be accomplished in just a few decades or even centuries."

Planar immigration is a process that spans an incredibly long time, often measured in millennia.

Modifying a plane requires time.

Transferring populations takes time.

Even after a successful transfer, the population will need to go through dozens of generations to truly take root in the new plane and expand to encompass a significant portion of it.

Only then can a new Human Plane be considered truly formed!

After finalizing the details of the planar immigration plan, Su Nan shifted the conversation to the Law Fruit.

Li Ze flipped her wrist, and a dazzling rhombic crystal appeared in her palm, radiating a captivating beauty under the Mana Stone's light.

Su Nan's gaze fixed on the crystal, clearly sensing the pulsating waves of Law Power emanating from within.

It was remarkably similar to a Law Crystal.

"Not long after you went to the Soul Sink Plane, the Codex of Wisdom sent a messenger to deliver the Law Fruit, but they also made a request to conquer at least one Blackthorn Tower's plane within a century."

In fact, Su Nan had already guessed that the Codex of Wisdom would agree to his terms when he learned that the war was progressing smoothly.

But seeing the Law Fruit with his own eyes still brought him joy.

This would significantly accelerate his progress in comprehending Gravity Law!

Taking the Law Fruit, Su Nan examined it for a moment before storing it in his Spatial Ring.

"You've been working hard during this time."

He smiled at Li Ze.

"But I need you to continue leading the war efforts while I return to the Soul Sink Plane to continue my cultivation."

Li Ze spoke seriously, "Just focus on your cultivation; I'll handle things here."

She was well aware of Su Nan's importance to the Star Alliance.

Currently, the Star Alliance's overall strength had caught up with second-rate Sorcerer forces, lacking only a True Spirit Sorcerer.

Once Su Nan successfully broke through, the Star Alliance would immediately join the ranks of second-rate Sorcerer forces, gaining higher status and broader development prospects.

Compared to Su Nan's promotion, everything else took a back seat.

Su Nan arrived quietly and left just as discreetly, ensuring that no one except Li Ze knew of his brief return.

Back at the temporary camp in the Soul Sink Plane, Su Nan immediately took out the Law Fruit and began absorbing it.

The process was similar to absorbing a Law Crystal.

After about half a year of absorption, Su Nan's understanding of Gravity Law increased to 26.04%.

"This is as I expected," Su Nan said with a satisfied smile.

With this, he would be able to control Gravity Law within two thousand seven or eight hundred years at most.

"Comprehending Thunder Law is relatively easier; I should be able to master it within two thousand years."

Su Nan's eyes flickered slightly.

The synthesis of Law Power had no limit. If he could find a way to enhance his body and soul's tolerance for Law Power, he could synthesize even stronger Law Power for comprehension, thus accelerating his progress.

However, at his current level, ordinary biological modifications could no longer strengthen his body and soul.

Even Elementalization and Bloodline Fusion were insufficient.

After a moment's thought, Su Nan shook his head, deciding to put this matter aside for now and find a solution later.

Clearing his mind of distractions, he resumed his cultivation.

During this time, Su Nan spent most of his time in the Soul Sink Plane, occasionally returning to Ulana City to synthesize resources, but primarily focusing on comprehending Gravity Law.

Meanwhile, the Star Alliance began transforming the Xig Plane on the other side.

Time flew by.

In the year 2730 of the Starlight Calendar, the Star Alliance conquered the Purplish Moon Plane.

With this plane-level super-large Magical Plant garden, the Star Alliance's supply of Magical Plant materials increased significantly.

Li Ze waved her hand, initiating the construction of more Knight Academies on the Starlight Continent, Ulana Plane, and Tenor Plane to prepare for the expansion of the Runesword Knight Order.

In the same year, the transformation of the Xig Plane was completed, and the Star Alliance began transferring populations from the Starlight Continent to the Xig Plane.

With the active cooperation of the Grand Empire, the process encountered minor turbulence but proceeded smoothly.

The population transfer took over a decade, finally concluding in the year 2745 of the Starlight Calendar.

After that, the Xig Plane entered a long development phase.

During this period, the Star Alliance's offensives on the Baikal Plane and Barton Plane also continued without pause.

After conquering the Purplish Moon Plane, the Star Alliance's main forces were dispatched to two planes, intensifying their offensive.

Outmatched by the Star Alliance's overwhelming military might, the Baikal Plane and Barton Plane fell without much resistance, suffering successive defeats on the battlefield.

In the year 2753 of the Starlight Calendar, the Star Alliance captured the Baikal Plane.

In 2762, the Star Alliance seized the Barton Plane.

With these conquests, all seven planes under the control of the Blackthorn Tower fell into the hands of the Star Alliance.

The number of planes under the Star Alliance's control skyrocketed to nine, significantly boosting their strength once again.

On the other hand, the Thousand-headed Bird was also on a winning streak, advancing rapidly in their battles against the Blackthorn Tower.

In 2775, the Thousand-headed Bird conquered the Esnake Plane.

This was the eighth plane the Thousand-headed Bird had taken from the Blackthorn Tower.

As a result, the number of planes still under the Blackthorn Tower's control plummeted from twenty-two to just seven.

Under the joint onslaught of the Star Alliance and the Thousand-headed Bird, the once-prosperous Blackthorn Tower now found itself in a precarious situation.

Dark Dragon Plane, Blackthorn Tower Headquarters.

The majestic architectural complex, resembling a giant black dragon lying on the ground, had lost its former solemnity and authority. Instead, it was filled with an air of impending doom, leaving everyone feeling somewhat depressed.

In the center of the pitch-black tower, within a spacious meeting hall, the atmosphere was heavy and tense.

Dozens of sorcerers gathered in the hall, their faces somber and brows furrowed.

"The Thousand-headed Bird is mobilizing its main forces and preparing to concentrate its troops to attack the Moho Plane and Shadow Tree Plane. They are in high spirits, and it will be difficult for us to withstand them."

"Regardless, we can't let the Thousand-headed Bird continue its conquests. If we lose a few more planes, the Blackthorn Tower will be finished."

"It's easy to say, but how can we stop the Thousand-headed Bird?"

"Sigh, everything was fine at first, why did it turn out like this?"

Listening to the conversation, a hint of confusion flashed in Lucius' eyes.

Yes, why did it turn out like this?

Is it because the Thousand-headed Bird is so strong?

No, that's not right. In terms of strength, the Blackthorn Tower is far superior to the Thousand-headed Bird! The reason things have come to this point is entirely because of the Star Alliance!

Lucius couldn't help but feel deep regret as he thought of this.

Who would have thought that a small, third-rate sorcerer force could cause so much trouble for the Blackthorn Tower?

In the five hundred years of continuous war, normal sorcerer forces have only grown weaker.

Even the Thousand-headed Bird, which conquered eight planes of the Blackthorn Tower during the war, didn't gain much strength. Instead, the war exhausted most of their foundation and accumulation.

After all, it takes time to consolidate the gains from battles.

The Star Alliance was the exception; after years of war, they not only didn't weaken but grew stronger.

Apart from lacking True Spirit Sorcerers, the Star Alliance's strength now rivals that of the Thousand-headed Bird.

If they had known how tricky the Star Alliance was, they should have concentrated their forces to deal with them first.

Even if it meant sacrificing one or two planes, they should have eliminated the Star Alliance first.

If they had done that, the situation would never have deteriorated to such a dire state!

Unfortunately, it was too late for regrets now.

Even if they concentrated their forces and turned to fight the Star Alliance, victory was not guaranteed.

The Star Alliance was no longer the small sorcerer force they could defeat with ease.

After a long debate without a conclusion, the hall gradually quieted down, and everyone's eyes turned to Lucius, who sat at the head of the table.

Seeing this, Lucius took a deep breath and spoke in a low voice, "Send someone to negotiate with the Thousand-headed Bird and the Star Alliance."

This statement startled everyone, but after a moment of realization, their expressions became complex.

At this point, unless the Blackthorn Tower was willing to risk annihilation and fight to the bitter end against the Thousand-headed Bird and the Star Alliance, there was no other choice but to negotiate.

However, the Blackthorn Tower was the strongest among the second-rate sorcerer forces and one of the most promising candidates to become a large-scale sorcerer force. They had always been the ones humiliating others, but now they had to beg for mercy from their opponents, which was incredibly humiliating.

For a moment, everyone's emotions were mixed, feeling a mix of bitterness and helplessness.

However, in the face of death, pride had to take a back seat. Soon, someone spoke up in agreement.

"I agree with the negotiation, but Lucius, I fear the Thousand-headed Bird and the Star Alliance will demand too much."

Lucius, expressionless, said, "It's only natural for them to take advantage of our vulnerable position. It would be strange if they didn't demand a lot. At this point, even if they ask us to give up two more planes, we have no choice but to agree as long as they accept the negotiation."

"As long as we preserve our vitality and bide our time, we'll have a chance to rise again."

"One day, I'll make the Thousand-Headed Bird and the Star Alliance pay for this."

"What if the Star Alliance and the Thousand-Headed Bird refuse to negotiate?" someone asked hesitantly.

A sinister look flashed across Lucius's face, and he said coldly, "The Blackthorn Tower isn't easy to bully. If they refuse to negotiate, we'll fight to the death!"

Above Ulana City, a planar rift suddenly appeared, and Su Nan emerged from it.

Today was the annual Homecoming Day.

Following his usual routine, he needed to go to the laboratory to synthesize a new batch of resources for the Star Alliance to use for the entire year.

As the Star Alliance grew stronger, many low- and mid-level resources were no longer a concern, but a few high-level resources, such as construction potions and enhanced sorcerer tower facilities, still relied on his cube synthesis.

However, as soon as Su Nan arrived at the laboratory, Li Ze stopped him.

"The Blackthorn Tower has sent a messenger to negotiate with us."

Su Nan raised his eyebrows, a bit surprised, but soon his expression returned to normal.

Given the current situation, the Blackthorn Tower was already at a disadvantage, so it wasn't surprising that they wanted to negotiate.

"What about the Thousand-Headed Bird?" Su Nan asked.

Most likely, the Thousand-Headed Bird had also received the Blackthorn Tower's negotiation request.

"Gavin came by recently and wanted to meet with you. Since you weren't here, he left and asked me to tell you as soon as you returned."

"Then arrange for me to meet with him."

Upon receiving the news of Su Nan's return, Gavin rushed over, and upon meeting, he gave Su Nan a strange look, examining him up and down.

"I heard you've comprehended the law?"

"That's right," Su Nan admitted without hesitation.

Upon hearing this, Gavin's eyes immediately revealed a complex expression.

As a descendant of the True Spirit, he had only reached Tier Three Crystallization and had not yet successfully comprehended the law.

Before the Sorcerer Civil War, Su Nan was only at Tier Three Liquidization, but who would have thought that he would rapidly break through to Tier Three Crystallization and even comprehend the law!

His strength had increased at a monstrous rate.

Gavin had always considered himself exceptionally talented, but compared to Su Nan, he felt like his previous cultivation efforts had been wasted.

Gavin wondered which law Su Nan had comprehended.

For him to comprehend it so quickly, it was probably an Elemental System Law.

But on second thought, with Su Nan's talent and aptitude, he would have chosen a Rule System Law at the very least.

If it were a Rule System Law and he still comprehended it so quickly, that would be even more astonishing!

After hesitating, Gavin ultimately decided not to ask.

After all, comprehending a specific law was a sorcerer's secret, and asking directly could easily offend someone.

Gavin composed himself and got down to business.

"The Star Alliance should have also received the Blackthorn Tower's negotiation request. What do you plan to do?"

Su Nan didn't answer but smiled and asked, "The Thousand-Headed Bird doesn't intend to agree to the negotiation, right?"

Gavin was slightly taken aback, then laughed and said, "You're right. You can't hide it from you."

He then became serious, "This time, we've finally managed to bring the Blackthorn Tower to this state. It's a rare opportunity. If we don't take this chance to completely annihilate the Blackthorn Tower, they'll seek revenge once they recover. We mustn't leave any loose ends!"

Su Nan pondered for a moment without immediately revealing his thoughts, but in his heart, he agreed with Gavin's statement.

The Black Wizards were a vengeful bunch.

It would be strange if the Blackthorn Tower, after suffering such a huge loss, didn't seek revenge.

Of course, the more important aspect was the interests at stake.

Normally, it wouldn't be easy for the Star Alliance to conquer several new planes.

Only during a large-scale war like the Sorcerer Civil War could they form alliances and seize multiple planes through both distant and close attacks.

The Star Alliance now had a rare opportunity before them.

By eliminating the Blackthorn Tower, they could control several more planes, which would greatly benefit their future development.

From any perspective, the Star Alliance shouldn't miss such a golden opportunity.

The Thousand-Headed Bird seemed to have a similar idea.

Seeing Su Nan's hesitation, Gavin couldn't hold back any longer and said, "We can work together as before. The Thousand-Headed Bird will attack four planes, including the Dark Dragon Plane, while the Star Alliance only needs to attack three."

Su Nan's eyes flashed, and he said without hesitation, "One of the three planes the Star Alliance is responsible for must be the Endelan Plane."

Endelan was the Blackthorn Tower's third human plane, apart from the Dark Dragon and Tenor Planes.

(End of Chapter)

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