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A level above that allows for assassination.
But going too far is not good.
This seemingly conceding move is actually to protect the core geniuses of the Star Palace, especially prodigies like Cody. After all, if the enemy is only of the same or slightly stronger level, the disciples of the Star Palace may not be unable to handle them.
But if the Lord of the Universe were to personally intervene... it would be a blatant crushing defeat, with absolutely no fairness whatsoever.
"The Lord of the Star Palace".
The Empress's voice was still melodious, but it carried a hint of coldness.
"Are you trying to restrict the Zerg's methods of warfare?"
Xingchen laughed: "No, I'm just telling you—if you want to play dirty tricks, I'm better at it than you are."
The Empress remained silent for a long time.
She could, of course, refuse, but as her divine sense swept over the floating divine bombs, if Xingchen were truly insane and were dropping these bombs all over the Zerg territory...
She didn't dare to gamble.
"it is good."
Finally, the Empress spoke coldly.
"I agree to your terms."
"The Zerg will no longer use experts who are more than one realm above your disciple to make a move."
"but……"
Her voice suddenly turned cold.
"Don't regret it if they die at the hands of someone of the same or slightly stronger rank."
Xingchen smiled slightly: "That's because they're not as skilled as others, so naturally I won't interfere."
Chapter 212: A Negotiation Reached, a Naked Threat
The Empress snorted coldly.
"The terms have been agreed upon, what is the Star Palace Master still doing here?"
Her voice was as cold as ice.
"Does he expect me, the Zerg, to host a banquet in his honor?"
Upon hearing this, Xingchen laughed loudly, looking up at the sky.
"Hahaha……"
The laughter reverberated through the void, causing even the shattered fragments of space around them to tremble.
"Your Majesty is joking."
Xingchen stopped smiling and gave a casual farewell.
"I have troubled you for too long today, and it is indeed time for me to take my leave."
Before he finished speaking, his figure began to become illusory.
Hundreds of colorful magical bombs were also collected.
"Remember our agreement."
Xingchen took one last look at the Queen's Palace, her voice suddenly turning cold.
"Don't break the contract."
He didn't finish his sentence, but the unspoken meaning was already clear.
Inside the Empress's palace, the Queen of Alluring Souls watched the disappearing figure of Xingchen with resentment: "Empress, are we just going to let him go like this?"
The Empress remained silent, gazing only at the direction where the stars had disappeared. After a long while, she slowly spoke: "Issue the order: from this day forward, all actions against Star Palace disciples must strictly adhere to the restriction of 'one major realm'."
Her voice was still melodious, but it carried a chilling edge: "As for the Star Palace Master..."
The entire star field trembled in terror.
"There is ample time."
She knew that it was almost impossible to kill this star in the primordial universe; only in the cosmic sea was there a slight chance.
Meanwhile, Xingchen's figure had already returned to his own miniature universe.
He stood at the core of the universe, gazing at the slowly rotating galaxy in the distance, a cold smile playing on his lips.
"Zerg".
He raised his hand and waved it, and hundreds of points of light appeared in the void, each representing a divine power bomb ready to be deployed.
"I hope you're smart enough."
……
The stars returned to the Star Palace via a transit point.
The consciousness linked to the virtual universe and appeared in the Star Palace's private space. This was a vast starry sky, with countless stars flowing around, and a magnificent palace floating in the center.
Notify Coty to come see him.
A moment later, he appeared and immediately bowed respectfully: "Teacher!"
Xingchen nodded slightly.
"I have readjusted your cultivation plan."
The stars' voice was gentle.
"Next, after you finish your cultivation in the Seventh Secret Realm, go find the True King."
A hint of excitement flashed in Koti's eyes: "Teacher, are we going to the Ancestral God Cult?"
"good."
The stars nodded.
"Zhenyan will take you to the Ancestral God Cult to receive the Beast God's inheritance. There, your progress will be even faster."
Xingchen's gaze deepened: "There is one more thing you need to know."
"I have already made a trip to the Zerg."
Xingchen said calmly.
"From now on, the Zerg will no longer send any experts who are two major realms stronger than you to attack you."
Koti's pupils contracted slightly, his heart filled with shock. He knew his teacher was powerful, but he never expected him to directly penetrate deep into the Zerg territory and force them to back down!
"but……"
Xingchen continued.
"Of course, enemies who are a level above you will still appear."
Upon hearing this, Coty showed no fear, but instead revealed an arrogant smile: "Don't worry, teacher, if it's just one realm higher..."
His eyes blazed with fighting spirit: "This disciple is not afraid!"
Xingchen looked at Koti's confident expression and a slight smile appeared on his lips. This was the disciple he valued—unafraid of challenges and daring to fight beyond his level!
"very good."
Xingchen nodded in satisfaction.
"Remember, true powerhouses never fear enemies of the same level, and can even... defeat those of higher levels!"
Koti took a deep breath and solemnly knelt on one knee: "Your disciple thanks you for your protection, Master!"
"If it weren't for you, teacher, I'm afraid I would have..."
Xingchen raised his hand to support him, and a gentle force lifted him up: "You are my disciple, and as your master, I will naturally protect you."
"But ultimately, you have to walk your own path."
Koti nodded emphatically: "Understood!"
"I will leave behind a divine incarnation in the Star Palace."
"That's what Xingchen said last."
"If you have any questions, please feel free to ask."
"Go, cultivate diligently, and strive to reach the Venerable level as soon as possible."
Koti bowed again, his eyes filled with determination: "Your disciple will certainly live up to your expectations!"
……
After a while.
Xingchen's figure appeared in the sky above Chaos City, his silver hair swaying slightly in the chaotic air currents. With one step, he arrived deep within the City Lord's Mansion.
The Lord of Chaos City sat cross-legged in the void, sensing the aura of the stars, and slowly opened his eyes.
"came back?"
The Lord of Chaos spoke gently.
"How are things on the Zerg side?"
Xingchen smiled slightly and raised his hand to tap the void.
Suddenly, a holographic projection unfolded, showing him confronting the Queen in the Zerg territory.
The Lord of Chaos City narrowed his gaze and watched the projected scene. The seven-colored crystal that Xingchen casually threw out unleashed a world-destroying power. The Empress Palace remained unmoved in the impact, but the entire star field turned into nothingness.
"This is……"
A hint of surprise flashed in the eyes of the Chaos City Lord.
Even with his limited knowledge, he was unable to immediately discern the origin of the crystal.
"The disciples call it the 'divine power bomb'."
"Stars explained."