In a simulated life scenario, how do you defy fate and change your destiny every time?

Years are like a shuttle.

Half a year passed in a flash.

Sky Shield City.

Inside the Young Eagle Base.

Six months later, Lu Yuan returned to this place once again.

half year ago.

He was still just a new recruit, unknown and insignificant.

But now.

As he entered the base, everyone he encountered along the way, whether veterans or newcomers, was a part of it.

They all stepped aside, making way for him, and cast awe and admiration at this legendary recruit who had repeatedly broken assessment records.

Even those proud and arrogant cultivators couldn't help but show a hint of unease when they saw him.

Because they knew very well just how terrifying this freak, Lu Yuan, truly was.

Six months to reach level four, conquering immortals with martial arts, ranking among the top three in the new recruit combat power rankings...

Any one of these achievements alone would be enough to make a recruit the brightest new star in the Astral Army!
"Look, the wind is coming from afar."

"I heard that he recently successfully entered the fourth level, and his progress in Qi refining is also quite fast."

"If this news is true, he probably has the ability to challenge for first place, right?"

"It's not that easy. Although he is indeed very strong, Su Lian Yue and Fang Sheng are not to be trifled with either."

"One of them possesses the Five Elements Heavenly Spiritual Root, with unparalleled magical power; the other has a top-grade mutated Thunder Spiritual Root, whose offensive power is unmatched."

"In comparison, Feng Yuan is still slightly inferior."

Many people whispered among themselves, glancing furtively at the man and woman not far away.

All that could be seen at the front of the procession was the front.

A woman dressed in white combat uniform, like an iceberg snow lotus, stood aloof from the world, with an extraordinary and ethereal temperament, like a fairy.

The aura within her was as deep as the sea, giving people a sense of unfathomable depth.

As for the other short-haired youth, he was wearing a set of purple armor, surrounded by lightning, emanating a terrifying aura that sent chills down one's spine.

"Instructor."

Lu Yuan walked into the group and greeted a male instructor in military uniform.

"Ah Yuan is here."

The instructor nodded, a kind smile appearing on his face.

However, when he looked at the other recruits, his smile was not so friendly.

After a few minutes.

Once everyone had arrived, the instructor solemnly announced.

"Today is the last assessment, and I don't need to elaborate on its importance; I'm sure you all understand it better than I do."

"I hope you will give it your all and leave no regrets!"

Upon hearing this, everyone immediately put away their gossipy nature and their expressions became extremely serious.

This assessment is of utmost importance, and the rewards are extremely generous.

For example, the top ten in the assessment can not only receive a large amount of military merit rewards, but also a Core Formation cultivation technique.

Moreover, they would have the opportunity to become disciples of a powerful Nascent Soul cultivator.

This reward alone is enough to make countless people flock to it!

"Oh, right, I'd like to add something."

"The Star Realm's high command attaches great importance to this assessment; even the ancient saint from Shenmu Star is paying attention to it."

"Therefore, the first place winner in this assessment will not only receive a reward of 100,000 military merit points, but will also receive a spot to go to the Star Luo Secret Realm."

Upon hearing this, everyone immediately erupted in uproar.

Although they had heard rumors a few days earlier that the reward for first place in this assessment would be exceptionally generous.

However, when the instructors confirmed this in person, they were still quite shocked.

Not only them, but even Lu Yuan's eyes flashed with surprise.

The Star Luo Secret Realm is one of the largest ancient blessed lands on Shenmu Star.

It contains countless resources, rare herbs, and many opportunities and good fortune.

The ancient saint from Shenmu Star, for example, received an unprecedented great fortune in the Star Luo Secret Realm when his strength was low.

With his final soaring flight, he became the only Ancient Saint to return to the Void on Shenmu Star!
Normally, a spot in the Star Luo Secret Realm would be precious, but not enough to warrant such attention from the Star Realm's higher-ups.

But the reason why everyone is so concerned this time is...

It is because that ancient sage who returned to the void is old and about to pass away.

I want to find a successor to whom I can pass on my life's cultivation and insights.

The place where this ancient sage preached was within the Star Luo Secret Realm.

Therefore, this is not only a spot in a secret realm, but also a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.

It is known that the lifespan of a Returning Void Ancient Saint is as long as 100,000 years.

It could destroy stars with a flick of the finger and swallow the sun whole.

If one could obtain the life-long cultivation of such an existence, it would be no exaggeration to say that it would be like ascending to the heavens in one step and defying fate!
Although Lu Yuan had no interest in the so-called successor, he was very interested in the cultivation method practiced by that ancient sage.

He ran from Hulao Star to the battlefield of Shenmu Star just to obtain high-level cultivation techniques.

"Speaking of which, the Terra Empire fleet has not yet arrived at Tiger Prison Star. It seems that it was attacked by the Dark Zerg en route."

Lu Yuan pondered to himself.

Three months ago, he secretly contacted Xia Qing, only to learn that the Terra Empire fleet had suddenly disappeared and had not been heard from since.

Although this made the situation on Saturn increasingly turbulent, it was good news for Lu Yuan.

"There's also a problem with the Star Luo Secret Realm this time."

Lu Yuan asked himself, if it were him...

He was absolutely unwilling to simply pass on all the cultivation he had painstakingly acquired throughout his life to a complete stranger.

Perhaps that ancient sage was of noble character and compassion for all living beings, and was willing to sacrifice himself to save millions of lives.

But Lu Yuan didn't believe that a free lunch would fall from the sky.

Even if such a good thing happened, it wouldn't be my turn.

"Alright, the annual performance review will begin now."

"The intelligent computer will randomly assign you opponents. Activate your computers now and head to the virtual space for battle!"

The instructor shouted.

Upon hearing this, everyone immediately followed the instructions.

"Shh!"

next moment.

Lu Yuan's consciousness soared, instantly appearing in a boundless virtual space.

He tried moving around and found that the realism of the place was 100%, no different from the real world.

"Please select the weapon, mech, or combat suit you require..."

As a cold voice rang out, a large amount of equipment appeared before Lu Yuan's eyes.

Magical artifacts, flying swords, mechs, bio-engineered armor, C6-level laser cannons...

All kinds of equipment are available.

After thinking for a moment, Lu Yuan chose only a set of Tier 4 Black God Armor and a C6-grade alloy battle sword.

Although Tier 4 mechs possess considerable firepower, the best one is the one that suits you best.

Like the Black God Armor, it is both offensive and defensive, except that it is not equipped with heavy weapons.

In terms of flexibility, adaptability, and recovery ability, it is several times better than a mecha.

As Lu Yuan selected his weapon, a flash of light appeared in front of him.

A new recruit suddenly appeared in front of him.

However, this person's combat strength was ranked outside the top 100, and he had almost no power to resist Lu Yuan. He was directly punched into a bloody rain.

The ensuing battle was also a foregone conclusion.

Lu Yuan swept through the competition, easily eliminating all his opponents with an invincible and overwhelming force, and successfully entered the semi-finals where four players advanced to the next two.

"It's you?"

However, he was somewhat surprised when he saw his opponent in this round. The opponent was wearing a set of runic armor, wielding a thunder spear, and his entire body was surrounded by countless bolts of lightning.

It was none other than Fang Sheng, who possessed a top-grade mutated lightning spirit root and ranked second on the new recruit combat power list!
"kill!"

Fang Sheng didn't waste any words when he saw Lu Yuan.

His figure flashed, charging towards Lu Yuan like lightning.

His figure had not yet arrived.

The Thunder Spear in his hand spun like a snake, instantly traversing hundreds of meters and stabbing directly at Lu Yuan's brow.

"laugh!"

Without even looking, Lu Yuan raised his sword and slashed directly at the thunderous spear.

All of a sudden.

Lightning flashed and sparks flew everywhere.

The two figures collided repeatedly, causing the air to explode.

Both of them are undoubtedly geniuses, capable of unleashing terrifying combat power far exceeding their own realm.

Almost every strike possesses earth-shattering power, enough to easily destroy a country!
However, although Fang Sheng was quite strong, he was insignificant to Lu Yuan.

If it weren't for the assessment battle, and the intelligent optical computer monitoring the entire process...

He could easily crush his opponent with a single blow.

After hundreds of rounds.

After a fierce and arduous battle, Lu Yuan was exhausted. Finally, he used a life-for-life approach to successfully behead Fang Sheng with a single blow.

As for the upcoming final, there were no surprises.

He fought Su Lianyue for a long time, and finally broke through in the battle, defeating her by a narrow margin.

Successfully reached number one.

When the results of this assessment were announced, the entire Tiandun Star was shaken to its core!

Not only the new recruits, but all the high-ranking officers of the Astral Army were immediately analyzing the battle footage frame by frame.

After watching it hundreds of times, they finally accepted this unbelievable fact.

Is it really possible for a martial artist to defeat a cultivator with the same Heavenly Spiritual Root at the same level?

Could it be that their Star Army is about to produce another martial god of this era?
The assessment has concluded.

This news spread like wildfire, quickly reaching the outside world and becoming known to all major powers!

……

Saturn.

Star Luo Sect.

An elderly man with white hair, dressed in a Taoist robe adorned with stars, stood atop a magnificent palace with his hands behind his back, gazing into the distance at the cruel and bloody battlefield in the starry sky.

If there were cultivators here, they would recognize him at a glance.

The old man before them was none other than the strongest fighter on Shenmu Star.

He was also the founder of the Star Luo Sect, the Star Luo Ancestor!

He was reserved and always in a state of harmony with nature, looking no different from an old man on his deathbed.

But when he looked at the battlefield, all the dark insectoids felt an unparalleled heavy pressure, which slowed down their fierce attacks considerably.

After all, the Zerg may seem large, but for a Void Returning Ancient Saint, it is nothing.

That endless sea of ​​insects is nothing more than a minor ailment.

Only at the end of the sea of ​​insects, that vast phantom that lies between illusion and reality, is the true threat.

This is a higher-dimensional existence that transcends reality.

It requires a sacrifice of flesh and blood, and death as a catalyst, in order for it to descend smoothly.

As the war intensified, thousands of Zerg or Astral Army soldiers died almost every second.

Blood flowed like rivers, and corpses piled up like mountains.

The dense, almost impenetrable aura of malevolence filled the heavens and earth, making the enormous phantom appear even more real.

Even across an endless distance, he couldn't help but feel a sense of unease and fear!

Although the sixth-order Returning Void Ancient Saint is powerful.

However, the will of the insect hive is a terrifying existence comparable to a ninth-order Dao-proving Immortal Ancestor.

Even a mere wisp of a phantom is enough to destroy countless galaxies.

If it were to descend, not only would the Prisoner Dragon Galaxy be doomed, but the Terra Empire itself would likely face annihilation.

"The Star Luo Secret Realm must be opened as soon as possible; we can't delay any longer."

"Judging by the time, the Astronomical Army should have their results by now, right?"

Ancestor Xingluo casually extended a wisp of divine thought.

But the next moment, his eyelids twitched violently twice.

He originally thought that the little girl from the Su family with the Five Elements Heavenly Spiritual Root was not bad.

But who would have thought that the top scorer in this Star Realm recruit assessment would be just a martial artist?
And it only has a high-grade wind spirit root?

This was originally a case of "first the carrot, then the hole," with each spot in the secret realm already allocated.

It's all just a formality.

But who could have imagined that Lu Yuan, this dark horse, would suddenly emerge?
What on earth are those Astral Army guys doing? They can't even handle this simple task.

Followed by.

A divine thought, tinged with anger, instantly rang in the ears of the Star Army's high command.

Is Lu Yuan's aptitude too poor?

Should we revoke his access to the secret realm?
Upon hearing this news, all the high-ranking officers of the Astronautical Army were stunned.

In fact.

Before the assessment began, no one could have imagined that Lu Yuan would defeat both Fang Sheng and Su Lianyue in succession.

But what's done is done, and they can't go back on their word in front of everyone, can they?
However, if the secret realm slots were allowed to fall into Lu Yuan's hands, it would be difficult to explain to the Star Luo Ancestor.

For a while.

All the high command of the Star Guardians were caught in a dilemma.

"Commander, what should we do?"

"These messes were all caused by Ancestor Xingluo himself, so why should we cover for him?"

"What I, Luo Lie, say is like water spilled; what is done is done!"

An elderly man in military uniform started cursing and slammed his fist on the table, making a deafening noise.

"Luo, don't be so impulsive. Contact him first and see if you can get him to change the reward to something else."

One of the Astral Army generals sighed and said helplessly.

And the other side.

Just as the high-ranking members of the Astronautical Army were arguing heatedly...

An unexpected person suddenly found Lu Yuan.

"If you transfer your spot in the secret realm to me, I can agree to any condition you set."

Outside the villa gate.

Su Lianyue stared at Lu Yuan and said in a cold voice.

"impossible."

Lu Yuan raised an eyebrow and refused without hesitation.

Although he had no interest in the cultivation inheritance of the Star Luo Ancestor, it was still a spoil of war that he had gone through a lot of effort to obtain.

How could we possibly give up this spot just because of Su Lianyue's few words?

Seeing Lu Yuan's resolute attitude, Su Lianyue could no longer hold back and could only try to persuade him.

“You’re not a native of Shenjuxing, so even if you get this spot, it won’t matter.”

"Really? If it's really useless, then why did you offer this spot in the first place?"

"I have other things to attend to, please leave."

Lu Yuan didn't believe the other party's nonsense at all and simply closed the door and saw them out.

As the door was about to close, Su Lianyue went through a fierce internal struggle before finally gritting her teeth and reluctantly revealing the reason. (End of Chapter)