Devouring the Stars: Soul Master

Chapter 190 Great Shock, the Lord of Darkness's Renewed Gift

"boom!"

The entire Universe Suppressing Tower in the hands of the Flame Armored Man exploded.

Countless star-stabilizing stones floated in mid-air, and earthen-yellow secret patterns began to combine in an extremely mysterious way.

Completely different from the previous eight layers, this is the most powerful combination of the Divine Weapon!

moment!

A seemingly ordinary, pitch-black tower, about 9 meters tall, floats in mid-air. The surrounding space is instantly frozen in mid-air, and even the heavens and earth seem to freeze.

At the same moment, Qin Ming also moved.

Within the Universal Town Tower, streaks of light flew out and quickly combined to form a towering, dark yellow structure about six meters high.

Although both towers are formed by condensing the Star-Suppressing Stone, the one built by the Flame Armor Man is not only much taller but also has a significantly stronger impact on the surrounding space.

Sizzle! Sizzle!
An astonishing pressure emanated from it, as if two worlds were colliding.

The space between the two towers was distorted, producing a tearing sound. This time, Qin Ming's Floating Pagoda was clearly at a disadvantage in the confrontation with the laws.

"Come! Fight!"

Qin Ming's gaze turned serious, and he no longer held back in the slightest.

108 insights into the essence of space are integrated into the Pagoda, resulting in a 32-fold increase in soul amplitude.

As if carrying the power of the entire world, the Floating Pagoda charged forward with extreme ferocity. Even when facing the ninth level of the Universe-Stabilizing Realm, Qin Ming showed no intention of backing down.

And the nine-story tower crashed down with a deafening roar.

Two space towers carrying suppressive power collided in outer space of a star.

Point to point!
The two towers collided instantly!

Amidst the violent explosion, fine spatial patterns appeared between the two, resembling cracks, causing space itself to shatter.

However, it was clear that cosmic-level power was insufficient to completely shatter space, and the fine lines healed instantly upon appearing.

In the violent collision, the pagoda controlled by Qin Ming was blasted dozens of kilometers away.

The nine-story black ancient tower controlled by the flaming armored man was actually shaken back by hundreds of kilometers!

In that head-on collision, Qin Ming actually gained some advantages!
This made Qin Ming's eyes light up.

At the moment of collision, Qin Ming discovered that although the Flame Armor Man was using the ninth level of the Divine Suppression Weapon.

However, due to limitations in strength, it was unable to unleash the full power of the ninth level.

The ninth level of the Divine Weapon Suppressor is something that only a Realm Lord level expert could wield!
With the power of the World Lord, the World Suppressing Tower can be perfectly driven, allowing it to completely suppress the void, control the power of a space, and suppress the enemy with the power of the entire space.

However, at this moment, both of them are at the cosmic level, and they are simply unable to fully utilize this effect.

Understanding the laws is important, but fundamental strength is equally important!

Otherwise, with the final level of the master's divine weapon, it wouldn't be that even an immortal could be defeated, but that even an immortal could be killed!

The difference between a Realm Lord and an Immortal is like heaven and earth.

The same applies to cosmic-level beings and realm lords.

At this moment, although Qin Ming was inferior in terms of his understanding of the laws and the divine weapon, he had a great advantage in terms of soul amplitude.

A full 32 times the amplitude of soul power, 3200 times the amplitude of psychic power!
This enormous gap is enough to make up for his shortcomings in the laws.

"Boom!" "Boom!" "Boom!"

In the outer space of a star, the ancient Xuanhuang Pagoda and the pitch-black tower collided violently.

Without any fancy or mysterious trajectories, it is the most direct and head-on confrontation.

Use force to suppress others!

This is the fighting style of the Earth and Void laws, unlike the sharpness of the Metal and Void laws, and lacking the unpredictable and elusive nature of 'teleportation'.

It may look bulky, but it actually contains endless mysteries.

However, at this moment, the fact that they are both following the same path is not obvious.

If it were a different opponent, someone skilled in speed and direction, then you'd know how terrifying it is.

That kind of despair where there is nowhere to hide, and under the oppression of heaven and earth, one can only confront it head-on.

Just like in the original timeline, when Luo Feng encountered Long Yun in the final ranking of the Genius Battle, he was unable to break through Long Yun's defense.

The surrounding space was constantly compressing, and in the end, they were defeated in a head-on confrontation.

At this moment, the Floating Pagoda and the Black Tower were like two powerful warriors who were extremely skilled at head-on confrontation. Although the Floating Pagoda was shorter, it was stronger and more robust.

During the clashes, Qin Ming repeatedly suppressed his opponent.

The dark tower began to tremble, and the space for movement became increasingly cramped.

The man in the flame armor grew increasingly pale.

This clash is not merely a contest of rules.

It's also a contest of wills!
Each collision generates a tremendous force that shakes the soul and causes extreme discomfort.

"I won!"

Qin Ming roared, and an extremely powerful force suddenly erupted from the Floating Pagoda, crashing into the dark tower and sending it flying.

"No!"

The man in the Flame Armor roared, realizing he couldn't hold on any longer. He suddenly unleashed his power, charging towards Qin Ming on a strange flying shuttle, intending to kill Qin Ming in close combat.

"Pfft!"

The Zhenyue Halberd pierced the air, slicing through the neck of the man in the Flame Armor and severing his head.

He had already been severely injured in the clash with the divine weapons.

How could one possibly gain an advantage in close combat?

……

Qin Ming stood at the end of the 13th level of the Sky Bridge, while the Sky Bridge continued to extend into the interior of the star.

"I only managed to pass the thirteenth level by relying on my soul amplitude burst to wear it down. The fourteenth level is a step up, and it's unlikely I'll be able to pass it even if I rely on soul amplitude."

Qin Ming knew this in his heart, but he still flew over.

The 14th level of the Sky Bridge had come to an end, and Qin Ming stood at its edge, once again choosing the Controller as his opponent. This time, his opponent was still the 'Flame Armor Man'.

"boom!"

Both sides attacked simultaneously.

"laugh!"

The black tower instantly smashed the pagoda away and crushed Qin Ming.

Unrivaled!

With just one collision, Qin Ming was defeated.

This attempt to cross the sky bridge has officially ended, stopping at the 14th floor.

……

"It's finally over! The fourteenth level, such profound understanding of the laws..."

The immortal powerhouses who were secretly observing all breathed a sigh of relief. If they had defeated him again and allowed Qin Ming to reach the fifteenth floor, it would have meant that Qin Ming's understanding of the laws was comparable to that of a Marquis-level immortal!

What does it mean to be granted an immortal title?
Even in a high-level universe kingdom like the Qianwu Universe Kingdom, they receive extremely high treatment. There are only three hundred kings and marquises in the entire Qianwu Universe Kingdom! The eighteen divine generals under the Qianwu Kingdom's ruler are all marquises!
But immediately afterward, an overwhelming sense of awe washed over these immortal marquises and kings.

How many floors does the entire Skybridge have in total?
Reaching level 15 signifies attaining the rank of Marquis through understanding the laws.

Reaching level 18 is the level to be crowned a king.

The ability to comprehend the laws of nature signifies immense power. That's why many realm lords are directly granted titles of nobility or even kingship upon becoming immortals.
It's because my understanding of the laws is strong enough!
If Qin Ming were a Realm Lord, then passing the 13th level would be nothing special.

Many realm lords in the Primal Secret Realm can do this.

But Qin Ming is only at the cosmic level!

Moreover, this was his first time entering Chaos City, and he was only a cosmic-level cultivator with 30 years of experience!
This is simply beyond the limits of their imagination.

After undergoing further trials in the cosmic mysteries, what level will Qin Ming reach?
After that, there are Domain Lord level and World Lord level!
How terrifying would Qin Ming be when he reaches the Realm Lord level?
Just thinking about it sends chills down your spine.

If those who were granted titles of nobility and kingship were already so shocked, then the geniuses of the universe must have been even more stunned and speechless.

This news quickly spread to the top management of Virtual Universe Company.

The greatest genius in the history of humankind!
Such a terrifying performance shocked even many cosmic venerables.

……

Inside the temple where the Dark Lord resides on Thunder Island.

Qin Ming's figure slowly appeared here.

“Not bad, you managed to pass the thirteenth level of the Sky Bridge within 30 years! That's even better than the goal I set for you.”

The Lord of Darkness wore a satisfied smile.

"It was all thanks to the teacher's guidance."

Qin Ming said respectfully.

Over the past thirty years, the Lord of Darkness has indeed given him guidance many times. Each time, his guidance clearly pointed out Qin Ming's mistakes, which made him realize the truth.

The Lord of Darkness laughed and said nothing more.

"You want to leave Chaos City and go to the secret realm to train?"

"Yes, teacher. I have made some progress after 30 years of cultivation in Chaos City, but I would like to hone my skills in actual combat."

Qin Ming answered respectfully.

Although his voice was not loud, it was full of determination.

The Lord of Darkness nodded slightly; a towering tree cannot be grown in a greenhouse.

If Qin Ming were to remain in Chaos City in solitary cultivation, even with his current strength, he might face fatal problems in a real life-or-death battle.

Every super strong person has fought their way up through life-and-death battles.

No exceptions.

"Yes, this time you will show your strength and countless people in our human race will pay attention to you, but you will also attract the attention of countless alien races."

They made it across the thirteenth level of the Sky Bridge at a cosmic level.

Such performance would likely make countless top-tier alien powerhouses want to eliminate you!

The Lord of Darkness suddenly laughed, but there was a chilling glint in his eyes, like a venomous snake in the night.

Countless geniuses among the human race have perished in assassinations by those alien races.

Of course, humans have done similar things many times before.

The six most powerful races in the universe.

Apart from the Crystal Clan and the Prison Clan, who are fighting each other in secluded corners, the other four major races—humans, insectoids, demons, and machines—are locked in fierce combat.

Although there was no total war, local wars and covert battles never ceased.

"I was prepared."

Qin Ming nodded slightly.

Top geniuses receive the highest level of training from humanity.

Otherwise, how could someone at the cosmic level obtain two supreme treasures and two top-tier treasures?
Moreover, these two treasures are special existences, namely, treasures of flying palaces and treasures of the soul, and their value far exceeds that of ordinary treasures.

These two top-tier treasures are also extraordinary.

Among them, the six top-tier treasure battle axe sets are comparable in value to ordinary supreme treasures!

This will also make him a target of the highest level of targeting and assassination attempts.

To be honest, Qin Ming didn't care about any of that.

With the Banner of Ten Thousand Souls, the strength he unleashes in reality is far greater than what he displays in the virtual universe!

Even an ordinary immortal, or even a marquis-level immortal, would die if they unleashed their full power!

"It's good to be mentally prepared!"

The Lord of Darkness nodded slightly. Qin Ming was still not in any danger within the secret realm of the Virtual Universe Company.

The real danger lies in the subsequent transfer of the domain to a higher level.

And the most dangerous Realm Lord Trial!

"You have comprehended the 108 types of space in the first three diagrams of the Dark Chaos Monument, passed the thirteenth trial tower, and completed the task I gave you before."

I'll also give you a reward; I've sent you volumes four through six of the Dark Codex.

You should reflect on it yourself.

If you have any questions, come find me on Thunder Island.

The Lord of Darkness smiled and spoke.

"In addition, the soul amplification technique you cultivate is the 'Undying Holy Soul,' which is sufficient for others."

But that's not enough for you. I'll give you another set of Soul Amplification Secret Techniques called Dark Soul, which can give you up to 72 times the amplitude!
I've also sent you enough materials to train to 48 times the amplitude.

A disciple who excels should naturally be rewarded!

The strong always get stronger; that's just how it is.

"Thank you teacher!"

Qin Ming's eyes lit up, and he was overjoyed.

Passing through the first thirteen levels of the Trial Tower earned him a large number of points.

But when it comes to actually spending it, it's simply not enough.

The fourth to sixth volumes of the Dark Codex are quite valuable.

The fourth volume of "The Dark Codex" can earn one million points! The fifth volume can earn ten million points! The sixth volume can earn a hundred million points!

It would be quite a burden for him to buy it himself.

After all, there's still the secret technique of "Black Hole Evolution" that needs to be purchased.

The Soul Amplification Secret Technique "Dark Soul" and the materials that could achieve an amplitude of 48 times provided immediate relief.

The soul cultivation resources prepared for him by Master Qianwu are enough for him to cultivate to a 36-fold amplitude, but there won't be any more after that!
And this Dark Soul technique can actually reach an amplitude of 72 times!
It is extremely powerful among the secret arts of soul amplitude. Judging from the name, it is most likely created by the Dark Lord himself, and it can be considered to be inherited by him.

It will also be easier to cultivate.

"Go forth! On the path of cultivation, one must be courageous and diligent, forging ahead without hesitation! I look forward to the day when you become a true powerhouse."

(End of this chapter)