Chapter 775: Returning to the Tianluo Continent
Pavilion Master Lin Jinyu handed Xiao Ze a jade slip that contained a record of the external treasures stored by the Grand Thousand Palace.
Xiao Ze's eyes lit up. The immense resources of the Grand Thousand Palace were beyond impressive. Even a single Grand Thousand Pavilion branch was astonishingly well stocked, let alone the main palace.
Faced with such vast resources, Xiao Ze couldn't help but sigh inwardly.
"With this incredible inventory, my 50,000 Demon Slaying Points suddenly feel far less significant," he thought.
Still, he quickly began sifting through the jade slip, carefully selecting items he needed.
Strategic Selections
First, Xiao Ze chose a Grandmaster level Spirit Array, a single item that cost nearly 10,000 Demon Slaying Points. Combined with the other formations he had collected and redeemed earlier, this gave him sufficient resources to aim for the rank of a Grandmaster in spirit arrays.
Next, he selected a Binding Whip for Mandala, a quasi divine artifact crafted from the ancient branches and leaves of a Mandara Flower.
"Is that all?" Lin Jinyu asked, glancing over the list Xiao Ze had compiled.
The list was indeed focused: primarily formations and alchemical formulas, with the whip being the only high tier artifact.
Xiao Ze chuckled. "The Grand Thousand Palace's wealth is far beyond what I imagined. I thought 50,000 Demon Slaying Points would let me redeem treasures without worry, but after browsing the jade slip, I realize I was too naive."
Lin Jinyu laughed at his humility.
"Don't underestimate yourself, Xiao Ze. Your redemption request is already one of the largest in the palace's history.
"After all, you are the first Demon King in millennia, and one with 50,000 Demon Slaying Points no less."
She carefully stored the list. "Once we've gathered all the requested items, they will be delivered to you. Will you be waiting here, or heading elsewhere in the meantime?"
Xiao Ze raised an eyebrow. "The Grand Thousand Palace can deliver treasures to other locations?"
Lin Jinyu smiled.
"Yes, we have a system akin to the Tai Ling Ancient Clan's World Patrol Envoys. These envoys oversee the Grand Thousand World, monitoring for potential infiltrations by extraterritorial demons.
"They travel extensively, so deliveries can easily be arranged along their routes."
Xiao Ze nodded in understanding. "In that case, I'll head back to the Daluotian Region. I have friends there."
Eyeing the Tianluo Continent
Before leaving, Xiao Ze hesitated momentarily, then turned to Lin Jinyu with a question.
"Pavilion Master Lin, if I were to claim the Tianluo Continent as my own, would that violate any rules of the Grand Thousand Palace? After all, it's one of the few unclaimed supercontinents left."
Lin Jinyu raised an eyebrow, surprised.
"Ambitious, aren't you? You've only just become a Heavenly Sovereign, and you're already setting your sights on an entire supercontinent."
She smiled, though her tone carried a hint of warning.
"You should know that supercontinents are rarely unclaimed. Those who manage to secure such vast lands are either ancient clans or factions with immense heritage.
"That said, your position as a Demon King doesn't restrict you in this regard."
Lin Jinyu continued, "That being said, many Heavenly Sovereigns have set their sights on the Tianluo Continent. After multiple struggles, only four superpowers remain in contention.
"Each of these factions is led by a Sovereign of the Celestial rank. Competing against them might be a bit premature for you."
Preparing for the Struggle
Xiao Ze was taken aback. In the original timeline, Mu Chen faced five Celestial tier Heavenly Sovereigns. However, Lin Jinyu had no reason to lie, and the Grand Thousand Palace's intelligence was undoubtedly accurate.
"Four Celestial tier Sovereigns? That's slightly better than expected," Xiao Ze mused.
Given his current strength, contending with four Celestial tier Sovereigns wasn't out of reach. The Chaos God Emperor's final gift had greatly enhanced the Sacred Flame Army, granting them strength nearly equivalent to a Celestial tier Sovereign.
Of course, these were just the visible contenders. Behind the scenes, countless other superpowers had stationed proxy factions across the Tianluo Continent, vying for control over its abundant resources.
The northern region of the continent, for instance, was dominated by three factions supported by superpowers. Though their leaders were typically Earth tier Sovereigns, their backers' influence ensured stability and access to precious resources.
"The Tianluo Continent is a hotbed of competition," Xiao Ze concluded.
Seeking Intelligence
"Pavilion Master Lin, can I use my Demon Slaying Points to exchange for a list of superpowers targeting the Tianluo Continent? It would help me prepare."
Lin Jinyu's eyes gleamed with understanding.
"Planning to get involved in the Tianluo struggle, are you?" She hesitated briefly, then nodded.
"You're a Demon King of the Grand Thousand Palace. Though you don't yet wield the full authority of your position, you're entitled to this intelligence without spending points."
Lin Jinyu handed him another jade slip, which Xiao Ze accepted gratefully.
"Thank you," Xiao Ze said, bowing slightly.
For him, gathering such intelligence on his own would have been time consuming and inefficient. Having access to the Grand Thousand Palace's resources was an immense advantage.
Support from the Grand Thousand Palace
Lin Jinyu seemed to sense Xiao Ze's determination.
"If you're set on competing for the Tianluo Continent, your status as Demon King may grant you additional support," she said.
Xiao Ze raised an eyebrow.
"It's rare for the Grand Thousand Palace to intervene in such matters," he remarked, puzzled by the offer.
Lin Jinyu explained further.
"As a Demon King, you represent the Grand Thousand Palace's prestige. The elders would likely agree to certain measures.
"For instance, we can ensure that Saint tier Heavenly Sovereigns won't interfere in the struggle for Tianluo."
Xiao Ze's eyes brightened. His primary concern had been the potential involvement of Saint tier Sovereigns. With them out of the picture, his chances of securing the continent increased significantly.
"Regardless of the outcome, I owe Pavilion Master Lin and the Grand Thousand Palace my gratitude," Xiao Ze said sincerely.
Lin Jinyu waved off his thanks. "It's our duty."
Departing
After exchanging a few final words, Lin Jinyu confirmed Xiao Ze's intended location and bid him farewell.
Standing outside the Boundary Island, Xiao Ze's figure shimmered into view. His gaze lingered on the island and the distant Chaos Continent.
Reflecting on his journey, Xiao Ze felt a deep sense of change. From an Earth tier Sovereign to a Heavenly Sovereign, the transformation had been monumental.
Informing Qingyuan Jing of his safe return, Xiao Ze turned and set his sights on the Tianluo Continent, prepared for the challenges ahead.
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