Chapter 1169: Ten-Level Era

Knock, knock, knock!

Soon, Medusa led four figures to the door and knocked. “Come in,” a voice resounded from within. Moments later, the Four Quantum Grandmasters, accompanied by Medusa, stepped into the expansive world of the study. Gazing upon the vast giant, whose scale rivaled that of a star, they couldn’t help but declare, “Greetings, Your Majesty.”

“Rise,” came the reply.

Renimansga regarded the four with a calm demeanor. “You four are disciples of the Demon God, originally a single entity named Wang Renming. Your talent is exceptional, rarely surpassed throughout history. Even divided into four, you possess immense experience. Today, are you seeking to break through to the Tenth Ultimate Stage, to affirm the true rules of the universe? To prove your heart to the Great Dao?”

“Precisely,” they replied in unison.

Xu Zhi’s expression remained serene. The bloodlines of these four were far from weak. After all, when Medusa emerged from the Primordial World, she brought forth the bloodline of the Nine Revolutions Mysterious Art. They possessed the bloodlines of evil gods and primordial beings, along with two relatively ordinary ones. While lacking complete clans or demonic cores, having two heaven-defying bloodlines to achieve enlightenment with made them exceptionally powerful.

Xu Zhi observed the four, a subtle, almost playful smile in his heart. “How cunning! They actually have this move. I never expected the Cosmic Garden to catch up with Caroline and the Three Pillar Gods, let alone pursue Di Qi, who boasts the fastest breakthrough speed. Indeed, on the path of completely integrating the Dao, only Di Qi can keep pace with Di Qi!”

Xu Zhi felt a surge of exhilaration, immensely pleased! It was a delightful surprise! He had assumed Di Qi would be the first, with others lagging far behind. Yet, to his astonishment, the second Tenth Ultimate Stage being was progressing at a similar pace—it was the Four Quantum Grandmasters. Xu Zhi could even vaguely imagine, “If the Four Quantum Grandmasters were to encounter Di Qi beyond the chaos, how utterly crestfallen Di Qi’s smug expression would instantly become.”

Noticing the slight upward curve of Renimansga’s lips, the Four Grandmasters couldn't help but ask, “Are you pleased for us, Your Majesty?”

“Yes, I am. Not only am I pleased for you, but I am also reminded of something else worth celebrating,” Renimansga’s voice resonated like a grand bell as he sat upon a colossal throne, as vast as a continent. “To affirm the rules of the universe and become a Saint is not difficult. The Nine-Headed Ancient Mother was repelled once before. Though she senses another entity breaking through in her territory, she no longer dares to approach!”

The Four Grandmasters nodded.

Renimansga continued, “Your breakthrough is a natural progression, but afterward, you must establish a dojo. This Multiverse Crystal Wall System can serve as your dojo!”

“A dojo?” They exchanged bewildered glances. Even Medusa was unaware of this concept. After all, within the Cosmic Garden, they knew little about the true nature of the Tenth Stage; they were even ignorant of dojos and what lay beyond chaos. Renimansga then briefly explained the concept of dojos, much to the Grandmasters’ surprise, as they realized there was so much more depth to the Tenth Stage realm.

“How about allowing your four disciples to manage this Multiverse Crystal Wall System?” Renimansga asked, turning to Medusa.

“They can manage it,” Medusa replied indifferently. She had originally used it for deduction and cultivation, and now that its purpose was largely fulfilled and the rules to be deduced were clear, she had little inclination to bother with it herself. The Four Grandmasters had, in fact, been managing it recently. What truly concerned her, however, was her own cultivation progress.

“I am still too slow. Years ago, I was lingering between the Eighth and Ninth Stages, taking on these disciples who were mere novices with no cultivation. Yet now, I am still hovering in the Eighth and Ninth Stages, while my disciples are already on the verge of the Tenth Stage!” This was quite disheartening. An ordinary person would have given up long ago, but Medusa was a patient and resolute individual. “Over these years, my cultivation speed has steadily increased. Nearly half of my physical form is already that of a Ninth-Stage Dao Achiever. In a short while, I will truly step into the Ninth Stage and become a Dao Achiever.” She remained composed. “Nevertheless, I must research and refine the ‘Life Overclocking’ technique I deduced; that remains my only opportunity to accelerate my cultivation speed.”

Xu Zhi observed Medusa’s thoughts unfold, remaining quite calm throughout.

At this point, the Four Grandmasters asked, “Will the Ultra-Ancient God, Moon God Ji, seize the opportunity to attack while we are undergoing enlightenment?” They were still somewhat apprehensive. After all, they were aware of the larger situation. He looked at the Four Grandmasters and calmly stated, “You may proceed with your enlightenment; there is no need for excessive worry. They are two tigers locked in conflict, and we are neutral. They dare not interfere.”

“Understood!” The Four Quantum Grandmasters respectfully replied, “Then we shall prepare for enlightenment. We will be ready in half a day.”

Xu Zhi merely offered a faint smile. “Go.”

Soon, everyone, being decisive individuals, moved swiftly. The entire Cosmic Garden began to vibrate rapidly. Xu Zhi harbored no fear of the Nine-Headed Ancient Mother returning, as she was injured and likely hadn't recovered yet. Threads of the Great Dao’s rules cascaded down. The entire star sea surged, and above the firmament, a colossal and boundless Gate of the Great Dao manifested. The galaxy trembled. The world shook. The universe vibrated.

The grandeur of this momentous occasion even surpassed that of Abyssal Blue Heavenly Venerable’s previous breakthrough to some extent. Countless ancient beings across this land and galaxy sensed its arrival.

“What is this…?” Within the Abyssal Blue Divine Realm, Stone Man Disk gazed up at the sky, exclaiming in awe, “A Tenth Ultimate Stage enlightenment! It must be that mysterious sect, the one behind Emperor Zun…”

An Abyssal Blue Heavenly Venerable hesitated, “Should we go and pay our respects…?”

Stone Man Disk remained silent for a moment, then stated, “We need not go. If they wish us to act as though they do not exist, then they do not exist. We saw nothing, and nothing happened.”

Meanwhile, elsewhere, the Nine-Headed Ancient Mother also sensed everything. Because that vast galactic domain was her territory, she had set up certain measures to constantly perceive everything happening there. “Here it comes again…”

“I needn’t pay attention, and I wouldn’t dare to,” the Nine-Headed Ancient Mother’s face turned deathly pale. “But I must have been discovered. I am doomed!” She clearly understood the implications of a second entity appearing. She had previously hidden herself exceptionally well; no one knew she was injured. However, other Tenth Stage beings would now surely grow suspicious. Even a slight investigation would reveal her current weakened state, and she would be in great trouble!

The Seven Realms Heavenly Court also sensed all of this. Caroline, the Three Pillar Gods, and other beings were utterly bewildered. From afar, the phenomenon was originating from the direction of Renimansga’s Garden.

Di Qi, however, immediately scowled. “I, too, am about to break through. I was merely going to consult the Ultra-Ancient God; after all, having such an existence to protect my Dao would ensure thorough preparation. But who? Who dared to precede me?” He silently sensed whose breakthrough aura it was. Upon recognizing a familiar presence, he instantly erupted in fury, realizing something that made his face flush and swell with rage. “It’s those four Grandmasters!” he roared. “It’s that imitation! And that imitation actually got ahead of me!!!” He had been radiating smug triumph, but now his heart was like a blazing furnace, igniting with an unprecedented wrath that made him feel smoke pouring from his orifices. A voice, thick with fury, echoed through his palace: “One Dream of the Cosmos!!!”

Xu Zhi watched the Cosmic Garden’s breakthrough, remaining perfectly calm. “It seems our first Tenth Stage being has finally emerged. It’s a joyous and historic moment. Moreover, once they break through to the Tenth Ultimate Stage, they will be immensely powerful, which also means the Four Grandmasters might be able to bypass the internal domain and proceed directly to the dojos beyond chaos. I can also take the opportunity to bring the entire first phase of the Cosmic Garden along and explore the outside with them, like a grand tour.” Xu Zhi remained intensely curious about the Tenth Stage’s structure and realms.