409: I grab my faith

That’s right, it was Stellar Level 1st Grade.

A Cosmic Beast with Stellar Level 1st Grade strength was not even cannon fodder in Lin Tianwei's eyes; he could wipe out countless of them with a casual flick of his claw.

But for the two humans and one beast, achieving Stellar Level 1st Grade strength was incredibly difficult.

They didn’t have Lin Tianwei’s Talent, nor did they have the Talent Extraction System. They didn’t even have the Star Refining Art, a universal cultivation method, and there was no precedent to guide them. Their growth potential was extremely poor.

Even so, after utilizing every resource they could, they finally broke through the Planet Level 9 barrier and successfully advanced to Stellar Level 1st Grade.

But this was already their limit.

To continue improving their strength, they either had to spend more time or consume more resources.

Clearly, they met neither of these conditions.

The only fortunate thing was that they had completed this trial and earned their ticket to the universe.

In the vast universe, they might be able to find opportunities to continue growing stronger.

As for why they were able to achieve such accomplishments in a short time, it was naturally because they took an unconventional path and were very creative.

After all, their original strength was considered bottom-tier on the Time Acceleration Star. Without taking a bold approach, they would have no chance of completing this trial.

Unite, unite with the other Cosmic Beasts living on this planet.

This was the answer they found.

And the key to uniting other Cosmic Beasts was Power of Faith.

Only Power of Faith could bind these Cosmic Beasts, with their completely different races and beliefs, together to work towards a common goal.

After the initial difficult battle, even Zhong felt the terror of the trial grounds.

Any Trial Beast could possess such strength, making them realize that this was absolutely not a trial that could be passed by brute force alone.

Supported by this thought, even the most reckless Zhong became rational, no longer impulsive, and discussed with the two humans,

attempting to band together and seek a glimmer of hope in this terrifying Primeval Forest.

After patient observation, they quickly realized the strangeness of this trial ground.

Although it was a wild and untamed primeval land, it inexplicably had a belief, a belief in a Mang God.

It was as if some external force was influencing its development.

This must all be the work of Lord Tiger King!

They quickly uncovered the truth from the available information.

It wasn’t that they were particularly smart, but rather the truth had been directly presented to them.

Besides Lord Tiger King, who had dropped them here, who else could possess such power?

Besides Lord Tiger King, who else could completely control such a huge planet? Playing with a massive planet in the palm of his hand.

Realizing this, Gu Kai's expression visibly relaxed, and he said,

“Lord Tiger King needs Power of Faith? This is a good thing for us.”

“At least it means our Power of Faith isn't truly worthless to Lord Tiger King; it still has some value, albeit barely.”

This was undoubtedly a form of recognition for them, an acknowledgment of their own value.

However, Legisamon, being a charlatan, while acknowledging this statement, had a new idea and said,

“Since Lord Tiger King needs Power of Faith, why don't we help Lord Tiger King develop the Power of Faith of these natives?”

“Only war and chaos are the best soil for Power of Faith to breed.”

“This is not only for developing Lord Tiger King’s Power of Faith but also a necessary condition for our own development.”

“You know our strength. It’s already incredibly difficult to kill an ordinary Cosmic Beast in the forest.”

“By merely fighting, we will not only fail to grow stronger but are also highly likely to perish in some battle.”

“I am not afraid of death; I am just afraid of dying without value.”

“Only by throwing this planet into complete chaos can we have a chance to develop.”

Legisamon’s words immediately plunged the human and the beast into thought, pondering the path they should take.

Although Legisamon’s words were unpleasant, they were undeniable facts.

With their current strength, if they fought head-on, it would be difficult to survive in this terrifying trial ground.

Taking an unconventional approach might be the only way to break the deadlock.

Thinking this, Gu Kai directly nodded in agreement and said, “Legisamon, your suggestion is excellent.”

“However, developing Power of Faith is not an easy task. At the very least, our language must be clear.”

“If we can’t even communicate, how can we talk about developing Power of Faith for Lord Tiger King?”

Thinking of this, Gu Kai and Legisamon subconsciously looked at Zhong, who was quietly listening nearby.

If there was anyone present who seemed most likely to understand beast language, it was undoubtedly Zhong.

He was not only a fierce beast himself but also possessed Mental Power Talent, capable of communicating with other creatures through his Mental Power.

Among the two humans and one beast, Zhong was the most likely to possess the ability to communicate with these Cosmic Beasts.

Looking at the two humans staring intently at him, Zhong said with some uncertainty,

“Communicate? I do have the ability to communicate with beasts, but those are beasts from Blue Star.”

“As you know, this trial ground is completely different from Blue Star, and the Cosmic Beasts living here are also completely different.”

“I cannot guarantee that I can communicate with them normally.”

Facing Zhong's lack of confidence, Gu Kai looked at the prey beside him that hadn't been dealt with yet, and said,

“Isn’t there a ready-made experimental subject here?”

“Try to communicate with him. If you can communicate successfully, then there is still hope for this matter.”

“Otherwise, we can only choose the most difficult path to complete this trial.”

Looking at the Triceratops beside him, which was clearly not of the same species as himself, Zhong ultimately did not refuse.

This trial was incredibly difficult, and if there really was a method to increase the success rate of the trial, he would naturally cooperate.

Thinking of this, he howled twice at the listless Triceratops beside him.

However, it was clear that this Triceratops did not understand Zhong’s bear language and completely ignored him.

Its eyeballs darted around, clearly calculating how to escape from the three bullies in front of it.

Having failed to communicate using beast language, Zhong did not hesitate and directly released his Mental Power, beginning to invade the Triceratops's mind.

Although his Mental Power was not strong, even incomparable to Lin Tianwei’s Mental Power, it was still more than enough to deal with this defenseless Triceratops.

After a slight effort, Zhong’s Mental Power successfully linked with the Triceratops’s mind.

After a brief attempt, Zhong said, “If it's just simple communication, then it's completely fine.”

“Developing Power of Faith requires more than just ordinary rhetoric; I don't have that ability.”

“Moreover, our strength is insufficient, so how could powerful Cosmic Beasts be convinced by us?”

It wasn’t that Zhong didn’t want to try, didn’t want to develop Power of Faith for Lord Tiger King, but he simply didn’t trust his own clumsy tongue.

He felt that as soon as he opened his mouth, no Power of Faith would be developed.

Zhong simply didn't have the gravitas of a divine messenger.

Facing Zhong’s lack of confidence, Legisamon said with a laugh, “Do you really think we would rely on you to develop Power of Faith?”

“You only need to serve as the bridge of communication between us and these Cosmic Beasts.”

“As for strength? Strength is indeed very important, but it is not the only way to solve problems. We can also persuade the beasts with reason.”

“Using the most sincere emotions to persuade these lost Cosmic Beasts to return to Lord Tiger King’s embrace, this is also what we should do.”

After a pause, Legisamon added, “You don’t have to do anything. Just keep a straight face and act as a divine messenger.”

“All other work will be carried out by us.”

Hearing Legisamon’s words, Gu Kai also said with full agreement, “That’s right, that’s how it is. You just need to keep a straight face and say nothing.”

“Honestly, when you don't speak, you can be quite intimidating and make people think you’re very powerful, a formidable Cosmic Beast.”

“But as soon as you open your mouth, it exposes the fact that you’re a simpleton.”

The blunt honesty of the two humans left Zhong feeling hurt.

However, once he thought about being an indispensable part of the plan, he became excited again.

Foolish humans, no matter how cunning and sly you are, don't you still have to rely on me to succeed?

Without the wise and mighty Zhong, you are nothing.

Thinking of this, Zhong straightened his face and began to cultivate his image.

Although it still looked a bit lacking, it was passable.

Looking at the dramatically changed Zhong, Legisamon was very satisfied and said, “Zhong, you actually look quite the part like this.”

“You’ve done what you needed to do. Now it’s our turn to perform.”

“Complete the trial, develop Power of Faith, starting with conquering this Triceratops.”

Thinking of this, Legisamon looked at the Triceratops beside him with dangerous eyes. This was excellent material and could not be wasted.

Perceiving Legisamon’s gaze, the Triceratops instinctively felt something was amiss. It always felt that the other party’s eyes were a bit perverse.

Then it felt that it was too cowardly. It was just two strange upright apes; what was there to be afraid of?

At worst, it would die and become the food of the victors.

Such things were commonplace in nature. Could there be anything more terrifying in this world than failing and becoming food?

The Triceratops was still a bit too naive. It didn’t know that in this world, there were too many methods more terrifying than death.

One of the main reasons why humans are powerful is that they know how to use tools.

Taming powerful beasts to become their tools is one of their methods.

Normally, such taming might take a very long time.

After all, different species mean communication is the biggest obstacle to taming.

But now it was different. With Zhong as the communication bridge, and under Gu Kai and Legisamon’s persuasion of the beast with reason, this Triceratops quickly abandoned the darkness and joined the light, becoming the first believer of the Tiger God.

Starting with the taming of the Triceratops, this trial began to develop in a peculiar direction.

Guerrilla warfare? Sneak attacks? Underhanded development?… The two humans and one beast, using minimal resources for maximum gain, eventually formed a decent team in this perilous Primeval Forest.

At least to some extent, their safety was guaranteed, and they also had a foundation for continued growth.

Of course.

The Tiger God Sect still lacked a crucial catalyst for its true development: hope, or rather, a miracle.

Without a miracle, these tamed Cosmic Beasts would only temporarily submit to them. Any slight misstep could lead to complete failure and their demise.

The seemingly flourishing Tiger God Sect was merely a castle in the air, capable of collapsing at any moment.

Fortunately, Aux provided them with help at the most critical moment.

Lin Tianwei naturally did not ask Aux to look after the two humans and one beast. Only by passing the trial with their true abilities could the two humans and one beast truly grow.

Aux’s intervention was merely because the existence of the two humans and one beast was helpful for developing Power of Faith in Lin Tianwei.

His mission was to develop Power of Faith on the Time Acceleration Star.

The two humans and one beast had already proven their value, their value in developing Power of Faith, so Aux would not hesitate to act and help them at a critical moment.

To successfully manage the Time Acceleration Star, Aux’s strength rapidly increased to Cosmic Level 1 under Lin Tianwei’s forced growth.

Although this strength was nothing in front of Lin Tianwei, it was undoubtedly that of a god for the Time Acceleration Star, where the strongest was only Planet Level 9.

Thus, a war of “I steal my Power of Faith” began, fiercely devouring the Cosmic Beasts living on the Time Acceleration Star.

Absorbing their flesh and blood, absorbing their Power of Faith, and ultimately growing into plump Power of Faith fruits… After understanding everything that happened on the Time Acceleration Star, Lin Tianwei decided to let this trial continue.

How could he miss such a good opportunity that not only allowed him to train his forces but also helped him extract Power of Faith?

Looking at the Tiger God Sect, which clearly had the upper hand, Lin Tianwei felt it was time to provide some help to the Mang God Sect, increasing their strength and bringing this Power of Faith struggle back into balance.

The method was simple.

Since the appearance of the two humans and one beast disrupted the balance of this Power of Faith war, Lin Tianwei could appropriately adjust the stakes for both sides to restore balance to this Power of Faith struggle.

Thinking this, Lin Tianwei re-enlisted six Blue Star creatures and placed them in the two factions, allowing their forces to regain balance.

As for the original two humans and one beast?

The upper limit of the Time Acceleration Star was too low after all. Since they had successfully completed this trial and their strength had reached Stellar Level 1st Grade, it was naturally time for them to leave.

They should go to the wider universe to seek opportunities for growth and breakthrough.

As a reward for their excellent completion of the trial, Lin Tianwei would provide them with some equipment and yuan crystal, which would serve as their initial capital for exploring the universe.

Of course, there was one most important thing to do, and that was to completely clear the brand on them, the brand of being food for the Star Devouring Beast Avatar. (End of chapter)