Martial Conquest of the Nine Desolates
Chapter 348 - 346: Sky Breaking King Realm

Chapter 348: Chapter 346: Sky Breaking King Realm

Lord Starfall’s arrival at the Genius Camp?

Xiao Ye’s eyebrows twitched, no need for further explanation, Lord Starfall must have come for the imminent Kingdom Battle.

"Where will the Kingdom Battle take place?" Xiao Ye was curious as he conversed with Kuang Dao and made his way into the Genius Camp.

The topic they discussed the most was about Jinpengzi coming to challenge the members of the Genius Camp.

Xiao Ye was very regretful to have missed this exciting duel.

"Xiao Ye is back!"

Sensing the presence of Xiao Ye, many of the Genius Camp members practicing bitterly walked out of the palaces, looking towards Xiao Ye with reverence in their eyes, and also a hint of envy.

The reverence was for Xiao Ye’s strength, while the envy was because they knew that Xiao Ye had been selected by Lord Starfall to participate in the Kingdom Battle.

In the Genius Camp, only four people had this privilege.

After greeting the members of the Dragon Hunting Team, Kuang Dao brought Xiao Ye deeper into the Genius Camp.

This place was serene, with a majestic palace standing tall up ahead.

"In half an hour, Lord Starfall will come to this palace; only those who are participating in the Kingdom Battle are qualified to enter," Kuang Dao said in a low voice.

Xiao Ye nodded slightly and swept his eyes around.

He saw ten Golden Armored Warriors standing tall at the magnificent palace gates, each exuding the terrifying aura of experts from the Void Martial Realm, which made one’s heart tremble with fear.

Xiao Ye was secretly astonished at the strength of these ten Golden Armored Warriors, each of whom was stronger than himself; yet now they stood guard at the gates, truly befitting the status of Lord Starfall.

"Xiao Ye, you should go in now; I’ll take my leave first." After Kuang Dao finished speaking, he bowed respectfully to the ten Golden Armored Warriors and then turned to leave.

Xiao Ye took a deep breath and walked towards the palace.

The ten Golden Armored Warriors obviously recognized Xiao Ye and did not stop him, instead standing as still as sculptures.

Inside the palace was eerily quiet and very spacious, like a giant plaza, with two other people present.

Xiao Ye’s gaze sharpened as he entered, recognizing the two as the notorious geniuses of the Genius Camp, Xiang Nan and Mo Ye, who now had swollen and bruised faces with numerous injuries.

It seemed they had been badly hurt in their encounter with Jinpengzi.

"Xiao Ye!"

Seeing Xiao Ye, both Xiang Nan and Mo Ye’s eyes filled with apprehension.

Of course, they had heard about Xiao Ye’s actions during this period; the rumors alone made it clear that Xiao Ye’s strength had now surpassed them substantially.

Ignoring their gazes, Xiao Ye took a seat cross-legged in the palace and continued to heal his not-yet-fully-recovered injuries, too lazy to bother with their past resentments any longer.

Moreover, Xiao Ye believed that neither would dare provoke him again.

Time slipped by silently, and the palace fell into a strangely quiet state. Xiang Nan and Mo Ye exchanged glances, then both approached Xiao Ye together.

"Xiao Ye, we were wrong about the past, and we hope you won’t hold grudges."

"We represent the Xingyun Kingdom in the Kingdom Battle this time. We need to work together in unity."

Mo Ye was the first to speak, bowing his hands to Xiao Ye, no longer the arrogant demeanor of the past, but rather very sincere.

Xiao Ye opened his eyes, sweeping his gaze over them and not responding; he inwardly mused on the importance of strength.

In the past, when his strength was insufficient, they looked down on him based on their status as Heavenly Sons; now that he had achieved Great Success in his strength, they still bowed before him, despite their arrogance.

Just as Mo Ye and Xiang Nan were feeling anxious, Xiao Ye nodded and said, "I am not a petty person; I won’t take the past to heart."

He agreed with Mo Ye’s words; all those participating in the Kingdom Battle were Young Talents from major kingdoms, and there were surely plenty of monstrous individuals like Jinpengzi.

As for what dangers he might encounter in the Kingdom Battle, Xiao Ye could not predict, so resolving past grievances now seemed much better than being isolated and without support later on.

"Brother Xiao, thank you so much!" Mo Ye was overjoyed, and even the always haughty Xiang Nan showed a trace of gratitude.

After all, their previous plot against Xiao Ye was quite vile, but now Xiao Ye chose not to pursue it, displaying a magnanimity that won their admiration.

At that moment, a slender figure dressed in a light blue robe walked into the palace, his eyes sparkling like stars and his expression indifferent, exuding an air of condescension towards the world.

"Nangong Xingyu."

Xiao Ye’s gaze trembled, he stood up, and stared at the figure intensely.

Nangong Xingyu, a peerless genius who could drive his peers to despair, with cultivation, talent, and physique reaching almost unreachable heights.

Xiao Ye believed that if Nangong Xingyu were placed in the monster-filled Central State, he could certainly occupy a place there, and a very prominent one at that.

Or rather, Nangong Xingyu should have been born in Central State; he was a natural-born Emperor, with even monsters like Jinpengzi unable to withstand three moves from him.

"One day, I will surpass you!" A strong drive surged in Xiao Ye’s heart.

He had long considered Nangong Xingyu the embodiment of the Iron Blood Emperor’s son from Central State, hence surpassing Nangong Xingyu had become his goal.

"Xiao Ye, I have heard of your matters, and although you are not a Heavenly Son, your strength has astonished even me," Nangong Xingyu revealed a trace of a smile on his face, deliberately ignoring Xiang Nan and Mo Ye.

Xiao Ye forced a bitter smile. What use was great strength when he was still no match for Nangong Xingyu?

Xiang Nan and Mo Ye exchanged glances, both detecting the shock in each other’s eyes.

Nangong Xingyu, with his esteemed status in the Genius Camp, had never bothered to pay attention to them. Now, he was treating Xiao Ye differently.

Xiang Nan and Mo Ye could only stand aside bitterly, watching Nangong Xingyu and Xiao Ye converse.

Boom!

Suddenly, a vast and unparalleled aura descended. The void trembled violently, and it felt as if heaven and earth had been restrained.

The expressions of Xiao Ye, Xiang Nan, and Mo Ye all changed dramatically, as they felt an immense oppression preventing them from mobilizing any strength.

Only Nangong Xingyu stood there unfazed, his eyes flickering with a strange light as he gazed towards the palace gates.

There, an imposing man with short hair had soundlessly appeared, his pitch-black eyes akin to an endless abyss capable of devouring the spirit of others.

Soon, the tremendous suppression disappeared.

"Greetings, Lord Starfall!"

Xiao Ye’s heart trembled as he, alongside Xiang Nan and others, hurriedly bowed in respect.

Lord Starfall took a step that seemed like instant teleportation, seated himself on a golden dragon throne in the palace, and gestured with a wave of his hand, "You need not be overly courteous."

Having said that, Lord Starfall glanced at Xiao Ye and then quickly withdrew his gaze.

"The reason I summoned you here is that the location for this Kingdom Battle has been decided," Lord Starfall said slowly as he looked down at the four people below the throne.

Xiao Ye and the others listened intently with a solemn spirit.

"Void Martial Realm experts can create a Grotto Heaven, whereas King Martial Realm experts, due to their comprehension of the Law Profound Mysteries, can transform a Grotto Heaven into a ’King Realm.’"

"King Realm?" Xiao Ye’s eyes blazed with fervor, as it was the first time he heard the secret about the King Martial Realm and was thus very interested.

"A King Realm is filled with spirituality and contains the inherent Law Profound Mysteries that support its entire operation. Hence, even if a King Martial Realm expert falls, it can be preserved for a long time."

"The location for this Kingdom Battle will take place within a ’Sky Breaking’ King Realm. The interior of the Sky Breaking King Realm is as expansive as the size of Xingyun Kingdom," Lord Starfall declared.

"King Martial Realm experts are truly terrifying. A single King Realm can be so huge!" Xiao Ye exclaimed, his eyes wide with incredulity.

Xiang Nan and Mo Ye were also visibly shocked, while Nangong Xingyu maintained his composure.

"Every young prodigy participating in this Kingdom Battle will need to spend two years within the Sky Breaking King Realm. It is indeed a place where danger and opportunity coexist," Lord Starfall continued.

Xiao Ye’s face brimmed with confusion.

To put the young prodigies participating in the Kingdom Battle into a King Realm, he understood the danger, but where exactly did the opportunity come from?

Aside from Xiao Ye, both Xiang Nan and Mo Ye were also puzzled, gazing at Lord Starfall for answers.

Seeing their bewildered expressions, Lord Starfall smiled faintly and explained, "The Sky Breaking King Realm itself is a vast treasure, containing the Law Profound Mysteries of the Sky Breaking King Martial Realm expert."

"If fortune allows, one might even comprehend his Law Profound Mysteries. Five hundred years ago, Sky Breaking’s combat power was unmatched in the entire East State, precisely because the Law Profound Mysteries he comprehended were incredibly formidable, alas..." Lord Starfall stopped there, shaking his head regretfully.

"I see!"

Hearts pounding, Xiao Ye, Xiang Nan, and Mo Ye were filled with anticipation.

It sounded like the Sky Breaking King Realm was indeed a vast treasure.

"Now, the only thing left for me is to achieve the Peak of Nine-Revolution Xuanwu with the Water Dark Pill, as my potential in the Xuanwu Realm is almost fully tapped. If I can comprehend the Law Profound Mysteries, perhaps I’ll have a chance of catching up to Nangong Xingyu."

After all, the biggest gap between him and Nangong Xingyu lay in the special physique and Law Profound Mysteries.

With a special physique, he could compensate using four Xuandan, so once he comprehended the Law Profound Mysteries and further elevated his cultivation, catching up to Nangong Xingyu was not out of the question.

Xiao Ye was thrilled at the thought.

Moreover, judging from Lord Starfall’s words, the Law Profound Mysteries that Sky Breaking comprehended were indeed formidable.

"However, before that, I need to understand what those Law Profound Mysteries are," Xiao Ye restrained his excitement, pondering to himself.

After all, he still had one opportunity to consult Lord Starfall that he hadn’t used yet.

Next, Lord Starfall confirmed their departure for the Sky Breaking King Realm on the following day, and then he prepared to leave the Genius Camp.

"Lord Starfall, I would like to use that opportunity to consult now," Xiao Ye took a deep breath and spoke respectfully.

"Oh?" Lord Starfall turned and looked towards Xiao Ye, then gestured towards Nangong Xingyu and the others, "You may leave first."

"Yes!"

Nangong Xingyu nodded, being the first to walk out of the palace. Xiang Nan and Mo Ye hurriedly followed suit.

For a moment, only Xiao Ye and Lord Starfall were left inside the palace.