The human is devouring, a new talent every month.

Chapter 9: The Suspended Announcement – ​​The Curtain Is About to Rise!

The wheels of time continue to turn, and more than three months have passed in the blink of an eye.

A day of great significance for many is approaching. In the final stretch, some are seizing every second to hone their secret techniques, while others are engaged in frenzied battles in the virtual universe's killing space, their fighting spirit soaring!

In the empty, solitary training room, Lu Ming was like a dried-up sponge, continuously absorbing the seawater called the 'Law of Time', his movements unhurried and deliberate.

suddenly--

Alice's high-pitched voice rang in Lu Ming's mind: "Master, huge floating notices have appeared on every continent and island in the virtual universe!"

"Master, your time to shine has finally come!"

Lu Ming opened his eyes upon hearing the voice, a slight smile appearing on his face, but his mindset remained calm: "Connect to the virtual universe network."

……

In the virtual universe, above the enormous island where the Jinlan Dojo headquarters is located, an incredibly huge black scroll with glowing edges has appeared. On this entirely black scroll are characters emitting a dazzling white light.

"Universe Humanity - Battle of Ultimate Geniuses!"

"Once in a million years!"

"Coming soon!"

"Organized by Virtual Universe Corporation, in conjunction with all the nations of the universe!"

"You're a genius? Can't find any opponents of the same level and rank? Then join the 'Peak Genius Battle'! Here, billions of geniuses from numerous cosmic nations across the universe will engage in fierce battles!"

For more details, please visit the official website of "Virtual Universe Network" through the virtual assistant.

This enormous notice, exceeding a million miles in length and width, was clearly visible to everyone, and in an instant, the entire virtual universe erupted in excitement!

...

Lu Ming only read the first part before he understood what was going on. This grand carnival for all humankind in the universe had finally begun again after five thousand years.

And this is precisely the crucial step he took to move forward and overcome his destiny!

……

"It's finally here! The battle of geniuses!"

"Go register now!"

When Lu Ming arrived at 'Golden Island' in the virtual universe, all the geniuses who were resting or cultivating in seclusion had already left their residences.

The black list stretching across the sky high above was even more eye-catching.

The once-in-ten-thousand-years battle of the ultimate geniuses is, to be precise, held once every five thousand years. However, it is hosted by the two core forces, the Virtual Universe Company and the Giant Axe Arena, in rotation, which is why the list is described as "once every ten thousand years".

The battle for the pinnacle of human geniuses across the universe is divided into the intergalactic nation selection battle and the ultimate final.

First, each of the 1008 universe countries selects its top 1,000 geniuses. Then, these 1008000 star-level geniuses conduct a final selection to determine the top 1,000 in the universe's overall ranking.

Each universe nation typically has around 6000 billion to 1 trillion star-level beings applying each time. However, out of such a massive number of star-level beings, only one thousand can ultimately advance to the next round.

The finals, in particular, selected the one thousand most outstanding individuals from among the remaining millions of geniuses in the 1008 universe nations.

Excitement, exhilaration, and pressure!

These core members, belonging to the Jinlan Dojo headquarters, knew far more information than the wanderers from the outside world, and therefore valued this rare opportunity even more, daring not to slack off.

"Alice, open the official website for the Genius Battle registration." There was a hint of excitement in Lu Ming's voice.

"Yes, my esteemed master!" Alice's cheerful voice rang out, and she quickly opened the registration website.

In such a short period of time, the number of applicants for the Jinlan Universe Kingdom has exceeded 400 million, and this number is still jumping wildly, estimated to reach tens of millions or even hundreds of millions soon.

Moreover, there is still a full month left before the registration deadline, and it will definitely take even longer.

After opening the registration form, Lu Ming quickly filled in his personal information and then clicked the registration button.

"drop."

"Scan complete. Rank 9 martial artist of the Eternal Star level, registration approved."

The virtual universe network can perform human strength scans through the network-connecting components, thereby confirming that the applicant is a star-level being.

Most of the geniuses from the Jinlan Dojo, including Lu Ming, registered on the first day. However, the registration deadline for the entire "Universe Human - Peak Genius Battle" will last for a month.

Next, they will naturally seize this last bit of time to sprint and improve their strength.

……

A vast divine kingdom, within which hang towering ice mountains.

A tall figure with snow-white hair, her entire body subtly bathed in ice and snow, stood in mid-air. Beside her stood world lords, while in front of her knelt thousands of young people of the Eternal Star level.

"You are the most elite disciples of my 'Star Snow Divine Kingdom'."

"If any of you can pass the initial selection and enter the arena battle, I will accept him as my personal disciple. If he can break into the top 1,000 of the Universe Kingdom, I will grant him a star system as his territory!"

A clear, cold voice, like thunder, echoed as the deity bathed in ice and snow coldly said, "Now, all of you, go and prepare. Don't disappoint me."

"Yes, Lord God!"

More than a thousand young people responded respectfully.

……

On a desolate, wild planet.

"A battle of geniuses? Across the entire universe and numerous cosmic nations?"

A burly, brown-haired man, whose physique appeared exceptionally robust and who stood over three meters tall, was currently letting out a hearty laugh: "Within the Xuanming Universe, there are no experts of my level who can rival me. I hope this battle of geniuses can bring me some new excitement!"

……

Azure Abyss Secret Realm.

A silver-haired elf girl riding on the back of a dragon suddenly tapped the screen on her arm guard.

"Lia, go participate in the Cosmic Genius Battle. Only by entering a place like the Virtual Universe Company can you find a teacher more suitable to teach a genius like you." On the other side of the screen was a hunched, silver-haired old man who also looked like an 'elf'.

The silver-haired old man's gaze as he looked at the girl seemed to foresee an even more glorious future for the Snow Elf Clan.

"Teacher, I won't let you down!" The silver-haired elf girl controlled the dragon beast beneath her while simultaneously summoning her personal AI life form, "Puck, quickly register me!"

"Understood, Lia!" The white kitten named "Parker" quickly connected to the official website of the virtual universe network.

……

In the vast universe, all the major cosmic nations, countless divine kingdoms, and countless geniuses have noticed this super battle that covers the entire cosmic realm.

They were enthusiastic and full of pride.

By the final registration deadline, the number of applicants for the Golden Orchid Universe Kingdom had reached an astonishing 9700 billion, not far from the trillion mark.

"Master, there's email."

Inside the cultivation room, Lu Ming, prompted by Alice, quickly entered the virtual universe network with his consciousness.

In the virtual universe, Lu Ming had already opened the email he had just received:

"Welcome to the selection battle for the ultimate human genius in the universe."

This selection battle attracted over 9700 billion star-level experts from within the Jinlan Universe Kingdom, 1300 billion more than the previous year. This is something that makes our Virtual Universe Company very happy.

We guarantee that everything in the talent selection process will be conducted under absolutely fair conditions.

Because some applicants are at the first or second level of the Constant Star Realm, while others are at the eighth or ninth level, the actual elimination battle to select the true geniuses will take place in a virtual universe for the sake of fairness. At that time, all participants will have identical physical attributes, maintaining a level of ninth-tier Constant Star Realm.

Everyone's mental power is also maintained at the ninth level of the Hengxing Star.

All participants possess the same physical attributes and can freely choose their appearance. They can select any type of Force weapon and psychic weapon, but cannot possess more than 10 of each type. Participants are advised that while fourth and fifth-tier psychic weapons are powerful, they are practically useless for weaker individuals. It is recommended to choose the weapons that best suit your strength. Participants can also choose Force armor, but it cannot exceed tier two. They will receive a storage ring for food.

The selection of geniuses tests willpower, domain, experience, and understanding of laws, while everyone is equal in terms of external conditions.

(End of this chapter)