95: Awe-inspiring throughout the realms, academy revelry

The news that Yun Feng had severely injured the Eye of Nirvana with a single finger and shattered its Bone Throne spread like sparks with wings, traveling far faster than the speed of light through some mysterious network of rules, quickly reaching many known planes and Star Domains in the vicinity.

At first, there was a deathly silence.

In the Green Source Star Realm, Elder Mu Chen, who was in a council meeting discussing whether to further increase trade with the Demon Spirit Continent, nearly dropped his scepter when he received a message from the Ancestral Tree carrying feelings of shock and awe. He remained silent for a long time before saying to the equally dumbfounded council members in a dry voice, "Issue an order... Open all rare resource vaults, and... and establish comprehensive strategic cooperation with the Cloud Court under the most favorable terms."

In the Lava Realm, the irritable King of the Flame Race was preparing to reprimand his subordinates for their incompetence when a warning from the planetary core caused him to fall silent instantly, the flame markings on his forehead dimming slightly. "...Pass on my order: all warriors of the Lava Realm, upon seeing members of the Cloud Court, especially that His Excellency of Heavenly Mandate, must perform the Disciple's salute! Immediately prepare thirty percent of our 'Heart of Molten Fire' stockpile as... a congratulatory gift."

Gold Stone Fortress, the Flowing Light Domain... all the rulers of the planes who received the news reacted with surprising uniformity—shock, horror, and then a sense of relief tinged with lingering fear. They were relieved that they had previously chosen to be friendly or neutral. For a time, the Void Realm routes leading to the Demon Spirit Continent were filled with an endless stream of diplomatic missions and merchant ships loaded with generous gifts, on a scale far exceeding any previous occasion.

Meanwhile, the Void Academy was immersed in a completely different atmosphere.

Inside the main control room, Nie Li looked at the dark red area on the star map that originally represented the Abyssal Erosion Zone but had now clearly dimmed, as well as the sudden surge of colorful light points representing friendly signals in the surrounding Star Domains. He let out a long sigh of relief, a smile of immense relief and pride appearing on his face.

"We won... and we won big!" He punched the air vigorously.

Soon, the details of the victory (naturally, a version that had been embellished, omitting the specific details of Yun Feng's actions) were officially announced. When the students learned that their revered Court Master, whom they regarded as a god, had single-handedly stormed the Abyssal lair and beaten the enemy's Dominator until his throne shattered and he was in a sorry state, the entire academy first fell into a deathly silence, and then erupted into cheers that almost overturned the protective barrier of the floating mountains!

"The Court Master is invincible!!"

"Long live the Cloud Court!!"

A wave of ecstasy swept through every corner. The exhaustion and pain from the previous great battle seemed to have been swept away, replaced by unparalleled pride and boiling hot blood. The force they fought for and protected possessed such a towering giant! This was more capable of uniting hearts and inspiring fighting spirit than any other motivation.

"What are you still standing there for?" Yun Hao let out a rare, hearty laugh, his voice echoing throughout the academy via the amplification formation. "Tonight, the whole academy celebrates! All resource supplies are doubled! Set up a banquet in the martial arts arena! We don't stop until we're drunk!"

"Awooo——!!"

The students went completely wild. Emotions that had been suppressed for too long needed to be released, and this immense glory needed to be shared.

That night, the Void Academy was brightly lit, as if it were day. The usually stern martial arts arena had become a grand celebration plaza. Students from different planes set aside their usual reserve and barriers, putting their arms around each other's shoulders, laughing loudly, and sharing the fine wine and food from their respective planes.

Students from the Lava Realm roasted huge beast meat with flames, students from Gold Stone Fortress beat war drums with a cheerful rhythm, the wood spirits of the Green Source Star Realm danced to add to the festivities, scattering brilliant rain of life-light, while the Soul Masters of the Demon Spirit Continent used their Soul Power to construct magnificent illusionary fireworks... The cultures of various civilizations blended perfectly at this moment, converging into a carnival movement full of vitality and hope.

Yun Hao was tossed high into the air by a group of excited students, caught, and tossed again. This usually serious combat instructor just laughed heartily at this moment, letting them mess around. Yun Qiao was surrounded by female students, tasting the various pastries they had made by hand and listening to them chattering about interesting anecdotes and personal matters from the battle, her face filled with a gentle smile.

Nie Li, holding a wine glass, wove through the crowd, clinking glasses with students and instructors from all sides. Watching this unprecedented scene of harmony and liveliness, he felt a thousand emotions. He knew that after this battle, the Void Academy had truly established a firm foothold and solidified its Soul. This was not only a military victory but also a glorious diplomatic and cultural triumph.

Yun Feng did not appear at this carnival, but a wisp of his Divine Thought quietly swept through, feeling the surging vitality and joy, and the corners of his mouth also rose slightly.

However, beneath this atmosphere of extreme celebration, not everyone could enjoy it with peace of mind.

Deep in the distant Abyssal Erosion Zone, in that damaged sea of darkness, the roaring of the Eye of Nirvana had ceased, replaced by a heart-palpitating silence. Its injuries needed time to heal, but what it found even more unbearable was the unforgettable humiliation. A thought containing extreme malice and destruction, like a secret ripple, was transmitted towards the deeper, more indescribable parts of the Erosion Zone...

Meanwhile, in a remote Star Domain that was not even recorded on any star map and was shrouded in gray mist, inside a dying star, within a palace built entirely of shadow energy, a pair of purple eyes that seemed to be able to absorb Souls slowly opened, and a low chuckle sounded:

"Defeated the Eye of Nirvana with a single finger? Interesting... It seems a Dragon has crossed the river into this Pond. Perhaps... it could be a good collaboration, or... a toy?"

The carnival continued, and the flames of hope burned brightly. But the boundlessness of the Void Realm was destined not to be peaceful forever. A new storm was perhaps already quietly brewing in an unknown corner.