I See the Aura of the Great Emperor in All My Disciples

Chapter 1264: Chapter 1264: Tan Zongzhao, The Game Gets Bigger! (4/4)

The battle raged on for a full two days.

In the end, led by Shen Jie and Ke Dalai, the remaining four all retreated from the field.

Tan Zongzhao, looking somewhat worn out, collapsed to the ground and, with a laugh, said to Blackie, whose body was covered with deep bone-showing wounds and startling bloodstains, “Pleasant cooperation?”

He then reached out a fist.

Blackie too reached out his fist and bumped it against the other man’s, saying, “You’re very strong.”

To have withstood such a long onslaught from several prodigies of the same realm was an impressive feat for Tan Zongzhao.

Tan Zongzhao chuckled and said, “I have a feeling you’ll become a pillar of support in The Mortal Realm, holding up the inheritance that has been cut off during this darkest of times.”

A pillar of support.

Blackie gave a smile, for it wasn’t just him who would become that pillar; in time, everyone from The Cottage would reach the peak of The Mortal Realm!

Suddenly, Blackie asked curiously, “What kind of place is the Chaos Realm?”

The Chaos Realm?

Tan Zongzhao was initially taken aback, but soon nodded in realization, explaining, “It’s rare for someone not to know about the Chaos Realm, but the break in the inheritance could have caused losses in information due to The Mortal Realm being isolated for too long.”

“Let’s put it this way, the reason it’s called the Chaos Realm is that it’s situated at the center of the six worlds. If one lacks special means, they must pass through the Chaos Realm to reach another realm because the spatial expanse of the starry sea between realms is incredibly turbulent. Even beings of the Divine Emperor Realm can’t guarantee a safe crossing.”

“This has led to a mixing of individuals from all worlds within the Chaos Realm. Although it’s not as powerful as The Mortal Realm from ancient times, even your Human Ancestors had once forged a formidable reputation within the Chaos Realm.”

“Because of this mixture of people from all worlds, the Chaos Realm does not have a power ranking in relation to the other five worlds and is considered an exception.”

Blackie nodded slightly and asked, “Then, if we consider the realms separately, where does the Chaos Realm stand, power-wise?”

Tan Zongzhao gave a faint smile, looking at Blackie with pride, “No one knows the depth of the Chaos Realm. However, compared to The Mortal Realm at its most splendid… it is even more so.”

Upon hearing this, Blackie suddenly understood.

No wonder the prodigies of the Chaos Realm were so formidable.

Tan Zongzhao lay back on the ground, arms spread out, looking up at the sky, and said softly, “You too will eventually come to the Chaos Realm to make your mark. When that time comes, I hope you’ll join the Mixed Spirit Academy.”

“Why must one join a particular force?” Blackie wondered.

“Because, in the Chaos Realm, if you don’t join a force, even Human Ancestors would find it difficult to move an inch,” Tan Zongzhao said with a smile. “Whether it’s to enter an inheritance ground or to purchase cultivation resources, as a rogue cultivator, there are no regular channels. One can only risk being fleeced or murdered and robbed on the black market.”

“Without a backing, if you carry resources, you will be targeted.”

The Chaos Realm is chaotic.

If the other realms—including The Mortal Realm—have overt rules but covert non-compliance,

Then the Chaos Realm has neither overt nor covert rules. Anything can happen, and it’s a lawless zone!

“If you want to continue advancing, then come to the Chaos Realm, where it’s truly a stage for prodigies from all worlds to shine.”

Blackie nodded, “I will definitely go. But it won’t be just me.”

Tan Zongzhao was surprised, “Not just you? Are there other prodigies in The Mortal Realm who can match you?”

Hearing this, Blackie laughed and said, “Match me? Perhaps I’m stronger than my fellow disciples in tempering the body, but in other respects, each brother has their own unique cultivation path. In my eyes, they are all top-tier prodigies in their respective fields.”

Fellow disciples?

“With the Mortal Realm as it is now, is it still possible to cultivate prodigies in various fields like you simultaneously?”

It was no wonder Tan Zongzhao had his doubts; if it were the Mortal Realm of ancient times, then he would believe it, like with the Azure Heaven Academy.

But with the Mortal Realm of today… does it truly have such resources?

“You’ll know when the time comes.”

Tan Zongzhao only felt that if things were indeed as Blackie said, then he had stumbled upon a treasure. Excited, he said, “Then you must come to our Mixed Spirit Academy! There, you can enjoy freedom to the greatest extent. Only Mixed Spirit Academy can provide students with the space to freely develop while holding power and reputation!”

Blackie smiled and replied, “We’ll see.”

After all, it seemed like Senior Brother Ning and the second senior sister had taken on the responsibilities of Azure Heaven Academy.

At this moment.

A voice came from the sky.

“For the fifth challenge, the two of you will duel, and the winner will become the heir.”

Blackie glanced at Tan Zongzhao and said, “Let’s fight after you’ve recovered.”

Tan Zongzhao looked at Blackie’s body, which was almost fully healed. The injuries had completely vanished, as if the recent fight had never happened, and he couldn’t help but exclaim, “Your bloodline would be considered top-notch even in the Chaos Realm, but…”

At this point, Tan Zongzhao’s face broke into a sudden smile, and turning his head back to the sky, he said, “Let’s save this fight for when you come to the Chaos Realm.”

Blackie was slightly taken aback, “What do you mean?”

“It means that I concede this fifth challenge. The heir to the Nine Netherworld Underworld Palace is yours,” Tan Zongzhao explained.

Tan Zongzhao’s train of thought was very clear. When he saw the two high-ranking officials from the Nine Netherworld Underworld personally escort Blackie here, he knew that Blackie was a person highly regarded by the higher-ups of the Nine Netherworld Underworld.

And for a person highly valued by the Nine Netherworld Underworld, could the talent be lacking?

Furthermore, after witnessing the recent battle, Tan Zongzhao had a premonition that Blackie was destined to become famous throughout the world!

In light of this, it seemed better to show friendship in his time of need, to extend a helping hand when it flowed with the current. By making friends this way, it would be of even greater help to Tan Zongzhao.

Moreover… since he was a person valued by the Nine Netherworld Underworld, such a move would also earn him the Underworld’s favor, showing Tan Zongzhao’s broad-mindedness.

And after all… even if he won in the end, defeating a talent cherished by the Underworld Palace, wouldn’t the higher-ups despise him?

From the beginning, Tan Zongzhao had already drafted this scene in his mind.

And many years later… when the disciples and grand-disciples asked Tan Zongzhao what the wisest thing he had ever done in his life was,

Tan Zongzhao would speak of this incident…

Upon hearing Tan Zongzhao’s response, Blackie was stunned for a moment, then nodded, “I owe you a favor, you’ve saved me quite a bit of time.”

Tan Zongzhao laughed, “You’re in a hurry about the Nefarious Demon Region attacking the Mortal Realm, aren’t you?”

“Even though I can’t persuade the master and the others, after all, the Mixed Spirit Academy won’t participate in the great wars between worlds, and my influence isn’t that substantial. However, bringing a few friends to help you all when the time comes is no problem,” he said.

Blackie chuckled, “Thanks for that… and by the way, how many?”

Tan Zongzhao laughed, stood up, and patted Blackie’s shoulder, “Don’t worry, I have quite a few friends.”

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PS: Four chapters