Swallowing the Stars: Starting with Family Revitalization

Milky Way.

Outer space of Earth.

Numerous magnificent and beautiful palaces floated in the void, inhabited by powerful realm lords and immortals.

After the Shen family members reached the cosmic level, they were actually unwilling to live in the ancestral home. Firstly, the ancestral home was too small. Each of them at the cosmic level could easily own a life-bearing planet as their territory. Secondly, the ancestral home was too oppressive, with very strict management. They had to act as cautiously as ordinary people, while they were used to being unrestrained and carefree in the universe and naturally did not want to be restricted.

But the solar system is their home, and Earth is an important planet. Even the Shen family's patriarch, matriarchs, and outstanding descendants are here, and many precious resources are concentrated here. So, for the sake of resources, even the cosmic-level, realm lord, and immortal descendants of the Shen family obediently stay in the solar system.

However, they built palaces and lived in the void.

The greater one's power, the larger the palace; this was also a symbol of status and position.

Inside one of the most magnificent palaces.

Shen Ping looked down at the blue planet. In fact, he spent most of his time in this palace or in seclusion in the Divine Kingdom. He would only go to the ancestral home occasionally to relax. Even special treasures such as the Questioning Platform and the Flowing Light Diagram were placed in the void.

"Now we can finally give full play to nurturing the next generation of the family!"

"Blood Crystal, Blood of the Beast God, and other rare treasures from the primordial universe and the Cosmic Sea, as well as the family rewards we've accumulated in the past, can all be brought out now."

He summoned his eldest son.

Shen Yu respectfully said, "Father."

Shen Ping casually said, "From now on, the most precious resources for training within the family, such as the Inquiry Platform and the Flowing Light Map, will be selected through competition based on the training methods of the Virtual Universe Company and the Giant Axe Arena... Those at the Domain Lord level and above who are not in the five major powers will also be given a chance. As long as they accumulate military merits by killing enemies on the extraterritorial battlefield to a certain extent, they can also obtain the precious resources of my Shen family!"

"Anyone who reaches the Realm Lord level and possesses the combat power to be crowned a King will be bestowed with great treasures, or even supreme treasures!"

Hear this.

Shen Yu was extremely excited. As the person in charge of the Shen family, he knew how precious treasures and supreme treasures were. They were treasures that could drive powerful people crazy. Compared with them, other resources were not worth mentioning.

Shen Ping added, "As for Heavenly Fire Peak, it contains the Heavenly Fire Space, which can maintain a hundredfold acceleration of time. The three most outstanding bloodline descendants in each Genius Battle or Strongman Battle can enter Heavenly Fire Peak to cultivate."

The Inquiry Platform, the Flowing Light Diagram, the Blood God Pearl, and the Heavenly Fire Peak are the four special treasures he obtained. Among them, the Inquiry Platform can maintain a five-fold time acceleration, allowing one to comprehend the fundamental laws within it, while the Heavenly Fire Peak primarily functions as a time acceleration device.

However, Heavenly Fire Peak is quite special. Maintaining time acceleration requires a considerable amount of energy, so it must be placed in the Cosmic Sea. Heavenly Fire Peak absorbs chaotic airflow on its own to maintain energy consumption, which is equivalent to a miniature universe.

Moreover, Tianhuo Peak can open up a cosmic passage on its own, connecting to his divine kingdom, so that outstanding descendants of the Shen family can enter Tianhuo Peak in the future.

"I am about to go into seclusion for spiritual practice. There is no need to disturb me unless it is important."

"Yes, Father!"

After giving his instructions, Shen Ping turned around and returned to the palace, then went to Tianhuo Peak.

The Skyfire Space is divided into two areas: one with 100x acceleration and the other with 1000x acceleration. However, maintaining 1000x acceleration can only be done on a very small scale, and the entire area must be supplied.

He can manage on his own without any problem.

This is similar to the inheritance space of the Tomb Ship.

……

Time flies.

Ten thousand years have passed in the blink of an eye.

During this time.

The various cosmic nations of the human race once again held a battle of the strong, hosted by the Giant Axe Arena. The Shen family members also had many geniuses, which attracted the attention of the cosmic lords of the human race. However, they only mentioned it briefly, especially after learning that Shen Ping had contributed a top-tier treasure, no one brought it up again.

Even the giant axe didn't get involved.

After all, Shen Ping possessed an extremely powerful treasure, and this alone was far more important than anything else. Giant Axe did not want to cause unnecessary trouble.

As for the Lords of the Universe, such as Huang Jian, Peng Gong, Xu Jin, and Qing Dong, they knew that Shen Ping possessed supreme treasures of the peak domain type and palace type. They were also thinking about whether to borrow them. If they had supreme treasures of the peak domain type to venture into the cosmic sea, they would have a considerable advantage.

not to mention.

Shen Ping is known for his generosity and has never refused to lend precious treasures.

They were just too embarrassed to speak up.

Moreover, even if someone were to borrow it, it would be the Lord of Ice Peak who would do it.

As time went on.

As the day of the Primordial Star's opening draws ever closer, billions of races across the universe become more active, and the Ancestral God Cult's Purple Thorn Island is no exception.

Glory to the world.

King Li Shuo, King Cha Man, King Seven Swords, and other immortal kings gathered together. Tens of thousands of years had passed in the blink of an eye for them, and their strength had not increased much.

There's no way to get stuck at the final threshold of becoming a Venerable One; it can be a death trap.

"It's been a while since the Nine-Ring Venerable came to Purple Thorn Island."

"Yes, he didn't come."

"The Nine-Ring Venerable is a rather amiable person and enjoys being with us kings. It is said that he is currently in seclusion for cultivation."

"The alien races on Purple Thorn Island are now restless, trying to find out about the Nine-Ring Venerable through various means."

The Seven Swords King whispered, "The Primordial Star is about to open, and they're all eyeing the treasure on the Nine-Ring Venerable."

Not only them.

In Hongmeng City, many Venerables who have made friends with Shen Ping have recently been inquiring about the Nine-Ring Venerable, wanting to ask him if he is going to the Primordial Star.

And just then...

The all-knowing Venerable Niu Zhou appeared, his face beaming with excitement. "Big news, huge news! It's related to Venerable Nine Rings!"

Upon hearing this...

Many of the venerable ones from the Hongmeng Open-air Bar Plaza gathered around, poured themselves a glass of fine wine, and listened intently.

Niu Zhou Venerable chuckled, "I just received news that ten thousand years ago, Palace Master Meng Luo borrowed a supreme treasure from Venerable Jiu Huan."

The other Venerables were taken aback, then began to chatter amongst themselves, "Wow, Palace Mistress Mengluo has the advantage of being in a privileged position! She pre-ordered the treasure so early; she must have borrowed that Starlight Realm!"

"Yes, if it were me, I'd also borrow a domain-type treasure. The Starlight Realm is a high-level domain-type treasure. With it in hand, you could practically run rampant on the Primordial Star!"

"No, given the Nine-Ring Venerable's temperament, wouldn't he go and explore the Primordial Star?"

All the Venerables looked at Niu Zhou.

"Niu Zhou, speak quickly!"

"Niu Zhou, did the Nine-Ring Venerable agree or not?"

The only things that can make the Venerables so concerned and enjoy gossip are overlords and supreme treasures. They don't really care about ordinary treasures.

Niu Zhou took a couple of sips of wine before slowly saying, "The Nine Rings Venerable agreed, and even said that he would agree to let anyone borrow the treasure, but they would have to pay a reward."

These words were spoken.

The entire open-air bar plaza fell silent.

Of course, you can't borrow treasures for free. Just like ordinary people taking out loans, there's always interest involved. Otherwise, why would anyone lend you money?

The key is being willing to lend.

"Niu Zhou, really?!"

"Don't lie to us!"

"This kind of thing can't be hidden, don't try to fool us."

Niu Zhou snorted, "When have I, Niu Zhou, ever lied? This was said by Palace Master Meng Luo, how could it be false? However, even if you borrow a treasure, you still need to have the strength."

He had just finished speaking.

The Venerable One disappeared from the square.

Upon seeing this, the other Venerables realized what was happening and immediately disconnected their consciousness from the virtual universe, reconnecting with Thunder Island on Rain-Side Mountain to pay a visit to the Palace of the Ninth Ring Venerable.

"Hey, hey, don't go! I haven't finished talking yet."

For every one that disappears, a whole group follows.

They're not stupid.

Naturally, it is understood that the treasures are limited, and it is definitely a first-come, first-served situation. The Primordial Star is the greatest opportunity for many Venerables. Whether they can turn their lives around or make a fortune depends on this opportunity. If they can have high-grade treasure armor to protect them, not only will their survival be greatly improved, but their chances of obtaining treasures will also increase!

Even mid-level Venerables in the universe want to try their luck and team up with others. They don't covet supreme treasures, but getting more valuable treasures is still a profit. Every Venerable has subordinates. Why do their subordinates follow them? Isn't it to get some valuable treasures?

……

Virtual universe.

Rain falls on the mountain.

Thunder Island.

There was no Venerable in the palace of the Nine Rings Venerable, because Shen Ping was still in seclusion and it was not appropriate for him to see people. Many Venerables who came returned empty-handed, but they went to the palace of the Dream Luo Palace Master instead.

"There are way too many people!"

"Tsk tsk, there are over a hundred Venerables now."

"I guess they're all here to ask about the situation regarding the treasures. Palace Mistress Mengluo has the best relationship with the Nine-Ring Venerable. She even ventured into the Heavenly Light Secret Realm with Lord Yanhuo before. Lord Yanhuo is a powerful figure who can even injure Lord Bai'e."

"Look, Guiyi, the disciple of the Chaos City Lord, and Venerable Eclipse Fire are both here."

"Wait a minute, why don't they go and borrow the treasure from King Daohe, no, Venerable Daohe?"

"Venerable Daohe has already said that he is going to the Primordial Star. He was able to kill the King of the Barking Realm when he was a King. Now that he has broken through to the Venerable level, his strength has greatly increased. He will definitely go to the Primordial Star to make his way. Moreover, Venerable Daohe has the talent of creating clones, so even if he perishes, it will be fine."

The ruler of Qianwu Kingdom was chatting with his close friends.

He whispered to his friend, "Qian Wu, you have a good relationship with Jiu Huan, right? After all, he is a Venerable One in your universe. He even received your favor during the Genius Battle. If you want to borrow a treasure, you should be able to."

Upon hearing this, the ruler of Qianwu Kingdom was somewhat tempted, but quickly shook his head, "In my current state, how could I dare to borrow a supreme treasure to venture into the Primordial Star? If I were to perish, I would owe even more."

His friend shook his head and said, "Qianwu, I know your situation, but this opportunity is rare. So, consider it a loan from me. We only need to borrow the armor treasure. With the armor treasure protecting us, as long as we are careful and don't compete for the treasure, getting some valuable items shouldn't be a problem."

While they were talking, another Venerable One arrived.

Inside the palace.

Venerable Guiyi and Venerable Shihuo looked at Palace Master Mengluo and asked, "Even top-tier treasures can be borrowed?"

Palace Master Mengluo laughed, "Of course! My junior brother said that as long as you can offer a reward, we can lend you a top-tier treasure. Actually, with your strength, a high-level treasure is enough. If you had a high-level palace treasure, you would have nothing to fear on the Primordial Star!"

Venerable Guiyi said, "We also need the supreme treasure of the soul."

"Even the Soul Treasure is no problem."

Is this true?

"Palace Mistress Mengluo, it's not that we don't believe you, but although the Nine-Ring Venerable has many treasures, there are many people he needs to borrow this time..."

Palace Master Mengluo whispered, "Let me give you a heads-up. You know Lord Yanhuo, right? My junior brother has a very good relationship with him. Lord Yanhuo has already broken through to the level of Universe Lord and his strength is not low, so you don't need to worry about the treasure."

Venerable Guiyi and Venerable Shihuo suddenly realized that there was Lord Yanhuo behind them. No wonder Venerable Jiuhuan dared to play like this.

"Alright, Mengluo, I'll lend you one high-grade palace treasure in return for ten treasures, as agreed!"

"I'll just borrow one of the most precious soul treasures; an ordinary one will do."

"Please inform Venerable Nine Rings about this matter. We will go there once he emerges from seclusion."

Palace Mistress Mengluo nodded, "Alright."

After seeing off Guiyi and Venerable Shihuo, the next batch arrived. Since Venerable Niuzhou spread the news, the number of Venerables coming to visit has been increasing, and her junior brothers and senior brothers have also come.

Everyone knows how big the difference is between having a supreme treasure and not having one when venturing into the Primordial Star.

However, not just anyone can borrow money.

As for those ordinary Venerables, Palace Master Mengluo simply sent them away. What a joke! Even if ordinary Venerables had supreme treasures, they would only be sent to their deaths if they went there. Even if they could sign a contract, they would have to repay it over a long period of time.

Therefore, the main targets this time are high-level cosmic beings and cosmic overlords. Some of them who have a good relationship with Shen Ping will also be borrowed.

Besides those who wanted to borrow the treasure, there were also those who wanted to team up with Palace Master Mengluo, or rather, with the Nine-Ring Venerable.

For more than ten consecutive days.

After dealing with these matters, Palace Master Mengluo calculated that she had lent out more than sixty treasures, including 10 high-grade special treasures. High-grade treasures were the most numerous, but there were also quite a few ordinary special treasures. All of these were borrowed in groups by the Venerables.

No one bothered to borrow the top-tier treasures.

Tianhuo Peak.

At this moment, Shen Ping is in a space with a time acceleration of a thousand times. Ten thousand years outside is ten million years here.

Over such a long period of time, he digested and absorbed all the secret techniques at the level of the Lord of the Universe that his family had previously rewarded him with. He also referred to the inherited secret techniques of the Origin Continent and finally created two sets of the strongest secret techniques of the Lord of the Universe through the supreme treasure.

This is also a top-tier fourth-order secret technique.

If one can create such a secret technique, then activating the most powerful treasures will not be too difficult.

"Unfortunately, I still lacked practice. When creating my own content, I always felt something was missing. Even though I knew the direction and how to create, I just lacked the opportunity and inspiration!"

Shen Ping now understands that the Lord of the Universe does indeed need to hone his skills through battle. Only by fighting against different enemies and powerful individuals from different races, and by learning from their different styles and fighting techniques, can he enhance his understanding.

You can develop your own methods by working behind closed doors, but you won't know the flaws in your secret techniques, and you'll easily fall into a false sense of self-satisfaction. At this point, you can only hone your skills through hard work and battles.

"Besides the secret techniques, the fundamental laws governing time, as well as the basic laws of metal, wood, water, fire, earth, lightning, wind, and light, have also made considerable progress over the past tens of millions of years... It's time to go out." (End of Chapter)