Star Odyssey

Chapter 7: Within The City

Lu Yin knew what Zhou Shan said was true. The Seven Sages of China were worth less than ants in the greater universe, the so-called Realm of Sky outmatched even by many students across the myriad stars. Out there, this stage was known as the Sentinel, only the second stage of training.

The stages of cultivation in the universe started with the Seeker, cultivators who were first starting to look for their paths like helpless chicks. Next came the Sentinel, when they explored the power of the human body. Third was Melder, when one would grow in strength and even reach the limits of the human body. The fourth stage was known as Limiteer, when one broke through the limits of the human body. Beyond this was the Explorer, those who could travel through space all on their own. Someone at this stage could collapse the mountains of earth with a single wave of their hands. However, even such powerhouses could not create formcast models. There was no end to the path of cultivation, but people who had trained with energy crystals like Zhou Shan would find it nearly impossible to even become an Explorer. The stronger one became, the more they would realize their own insignificance.

Ah, why am I getting all philosophical with you? Lets go watch the fun. Zhao Yu should be sparring with one of the captains right now. Zhou Shan smiled and led Lu Yin out of the meeting room. They arrived atop the plaza without further conversation, watching through the glass pane as another captain lost a bout to Zhao Yu. The girls clothes werent even ruffled yet, but she was still swift and decisive in her attacks. Lu Yin had experienced all this before, but now it was Feng Hongs turn to receive her assault.

Zhou Shan looked down and shook his head, There are strong and weak cultivators at every stage, and the gap can be huge. Zhao Yu can easily defeat my captains even without using any battle techniques.

Her technique relies on some sort of plant, Lu Yin commented as he stared down.

Zhou Shan laughed, Of course. It doesnt matter if its the Snow Maidens or the Water Sage herself, they all rely on external objects to use the Frost Palm. The human body is unable to conjure something like that on its own.

Lu Yins eyes narrowed at the foolishness of that statement, but he kept quiet. Powerful battle techniques could even alter nature; it was just that people with such skills didnt exist on Earth. His own Cosmic Art could even imitate the movements of celestial bodies, though no one would believe him even if he told them.

Feng Hongs defeat came quickly, followed by two more captains consecutively being trounced as well. Eventually, no one else was willing to challenge the Snow Maiden, who matched gazes with everyone around her, I was told all the captains here are capable, why arent any of you willing to spar with me?

Feng Hong and the other captains grimaced, but Zhou Shan just laughed from above the plaza, The Water Sages three disciples are said to be invincible within the Realm of Earth. That certainly seems to ring true!

Zhao Yu looked up and stared straight at Lu Yin, crooking her finger at him. Feng Hong and the others were surprised, but Lu Yin raised a brow at this open provocation.

Zhou Shan grinned, It seems like shes not convinced that you defeated her yesterday.

Yesterday didnt have a clear winner, Lu Yin answered.

Zhou Shan agreed, Then just go and face her, we cant embarrass ourselves.

Lu Yin nodded and left the room.

The hundreds of cultivators in the plaza were discussing the previous matches, most of them amazed by Zhao Yus might. Having defeated multiple captains in a row, she had quickly become a goddess to these soldiers. However, said goddess breathed in deeply as she saw Lu Yin approaching, taking the upcoming fight seriously. She still couldnt accept what had happened the day before; despite initially holding the upper hand, she had been defeated by a single battle technique. She wanted to observe that skill once more