154: Strengthen and obtain heavenly-level skills

Shura King Ye Kong looked down on all beings from the top of the S Shaqi Tower, accepting the worship of the entire Wuji City.

He wielded infinite Lightning Element power, his Killing Intent overwhelmingly strong.

"Shura King! The Divine Child is the Shura King!"

"Shura King, please accept our bows!"

The people of Wuji City were grateful for Ye Kong's life-saving grace, and now Ye Kong had displayed superhuman combat power, with the hope of becoming a God in the future.

Many people from Dragon Country looked at the people from Great Qing Kingdom and said with great disdain:

"Now, Lord Divine Child has Broken Through the ninth level of the S Shaqi Tower, ascended to the Martial Saint Realm, and is titled Shura King! This is an unprecedented feat!"

Whether it was people from Dragon Country or Great Qing Kingdom, or even the entire Human Race and Alien Race, no one had ever been able to Break Through to the ninth level of the S Shaqi Tower.

Ye Kong was the only person in this world who had Broken Through to the ninth level of the S Shaqi Tower!

Moreover, everyone knew that all the Killing Intent in the S Shaqi Tower had been devoured by Ye Kong, and now Ye Kong's combat power was absolutely unrivaled in the same Realm.

"After Long Ao, Divine Child Ye Kong is even more deserving of the title 'Unrivaled in the Same Realm'!"

"Don't talk about being unrivaled in the same Realm; have you all forgotten the scene where the Shura King just now directly confronted an Alien God?"

The people quickly nodded in agreement.

There were simply too many astonishing scenes that had just appeared; they couldn't all be recalled at once!

"The Shura King first summoned countless heavenly lightning bolts, instantly killing or repelling the attacking Alien Race Martial Saints and Venerables!"

"Who can still shake Ye Kong's status!"

"Afterward, Ye Kong, in the form of the Shura King, directly confronted an Alien God and successfully severed one of the God's arms!"

"If you ask me, if that Alien God hadn't run fast, he would have truly been slain by Ye Kong!"

These words once again earned applause from the crowd; everyone had seen it clearly.

When facing the Alien God, Ye Kong did not show a hint of timidity; on the contrary, it was the Alien God who fled!

Regardless, the news that Shura King Ye Kong was able to sever a God's arm was undoubtedly the biggest shock of the day!

However, to Ye Kong, this was nothing.

He had acquired true Asura Power and mastered the power of the Great Dao Heavenly Lightning; this was the greatest shock to him personally!

Since he had completely mastered Asura Power and Broken Through the Martial Saint Realm, Ye Kong urgently needed to find a secluded corner to explore his own power.

Ye Kong then said to Senior Yang Wuji, "Senior Yang, I plan to go to the Ten Thousand Race Battlefield to find a hidden place to thoroughly investigate my body."

Yang Wuji smiled, stroked his beard, and said, "Ye Kong, with your current abilities, you should be able to come and go freely in this S Shaqi Tower."

"Why don't you Cultivate in this S Shaqi Tower and master your power?" Upon hearing this, Ye Kong thought, 'Isn't that right?'

This S Shaqi Tower could shield external auras, so there was no need to worry about concealment. As long as the S Shaqi Tower continuously absorbed Killing Intent, it could also help improve his Cultivation!

However, he had already been targeted by the Alien Race; would it be unsafe to stay in Wuji City?

Ye Kong quickly said, "Thank you, Senior Yang, for your guidance. It's just that I have now become a thorn in the side of the Alien Race."

"If I stay in Wuji City for a long time, will it make Wuji City unsafe?"

Yang Wuji restrained his smile and said seriously, "Don't rush this moment. On the contrary, with this old man here, you can Cultivate in peace."

"How about this, I, this old man, will be your Protector!"

Upon hearing this, Ye Kong was very grateful and said emotionally, "Thank you, Senior Yang!" Ye Kong entered the S Shaqi Tower again, and Yang Wuji immediately flew to the top of the tower, his long sword floating in the air, sitting on the sword alone, protecting Ye Kong.

The powerhouses in Wuji City looked on, filled with both envy and admiration for Ye Kong.

If someone who didn't know saw this, they would sigh, wondering how much Face Ye Kong had to be able to have a God as his Protector!

But anyone who had witnessed today's events would know that Ye Kong was completely worthy!

He had great hope of achieving Godhood in the future!

"I dare say that the opportunity for Godhood that Ye Kong is now displaying is absolutely no less than Long Ao's!"

"That's right, even if Long Ao were here, he might not have Ye Kong's potential!"

People discussed animatedly. Although the people of Great Qing Kingdom were uncomfortable that Long Ao had been surpassed by Ye Kong!

But none of them dared to say more or refute now, fearing to incur public anger.

Moreover, even among the people of Great Qing Kingdom, a considerable portion, after witnessing today's events, couldn't help but wonder who between Long Ao and Ye Kong would ultimately become a God.

Previously, they had firmly believed that Long Ao was much stronger than Ye Kong.

Ye Kong entered the S Shaqi Tower again, this time it could be said he was familiar with the path. The Killing Intent inside the S Shaqi Tower had become quite sparse.

After Ye Kong acquired Asura Power, this Killing Intent could no longer corrode Ye Kong's body; on the contrary, it would be absorbed by Ye Kong!

Closing the gate of the S Shaqi Tower and shielding external auras, Ye Kong finally couldn't contain his excitement.

"System!"

"Ding—"

"Host, welcome back to the System!"

Oh, long time no see, this System can even change its voice?

"Check panel!"

"Ding—"

【Host: Ye Kong】

【Talent: Lightning Element (Divine-Grade)】

【Physique: Divine Physique】

【Realm: Martial Saint Middle Stage】

Oh wow!

He actually entered the Martial Saint Middle Stage all at once!

It should be the combat power provided by the power of the titled Shura!

It seems Asura Power is truly terrifying, directly helping me pass a minor Realm!

【Title: Shura King】

There's an additional title display on the panel. Is this the System's acknowledgment?

【Energy Value: 1,7300,0000】

Hmm, when did I get so much Energy Value?

Ye Kong was stunned, then suddenly remembered that he had used the power of the Great Dao Heavenly Lightning to call down heavenly punishment, successively killing over a dozen Alien Race Martial Saints, and their scattered energy seemed to have been absorbed by his Asura Power.

But this also counted as unlocking a new function!

Asura Power could actually allow him to absorb energy when killing people!

This was quite in line with the 'Shura' Concept, which encouraged killing!

However, it seemed that the conversion rate of energy absorbed by Asura Power was still far inferior to crystals; killing over a dozen Martial Saints only yielded over 170 million energy.

Never mind, Ye Kong didn't place too much importance on this function; he wasn't fond of killing, so it was better than nothing.

Successfully Breaking Through the Martial Saint Realm and jumping into the Martial Saint Middle Stage, Ye Kong now had confidence for this Ten Thousand Clans Tournament.

However, even with this power, going to the Ten Thousand Clans Tournament, although fearless, Ye Kong was still worried about not getting first place.

Dean Dai had said that getting first place in the Ten Thousand Clans Tournament would allow one to comprehend Godly Laws, which would be of great help for advancing to Godhood in the future!

He must achieve first place in the Ten Thousand Clans Tournament!

Moreover, during the Ten Thousand Clans Tournament, various Alien Race experts would definitely come to attack him. Even if the Alien Race didn't, Long Ao of the Human Race would probably come to find trouble with him.

He had fought Long Ao to a draw in the Ye Manor, greatly dampening his spirit; Long Ao would definitely see him as his primary competitor!

Thinking of Long Ao's trace of Godly Laws power, Ye Kong felt a tightness in his chest.

The current Ye Kong naturally wouldn't fear that trace of Godly Laws power, but Ye Kong also knew that Long Ao was already at the Martial Saint Peak Realm at that time, with one foot already in the Venerable Realm.

It was true that he had improved, but if Long Ao entered the Venerable Realm, the gap would widen again!

Ye Kong still needed more preparations to strengthen his own combat power!

Ye Kong thought for a moment; his Cultivation Techniques were all Earth-Grade, which were no longer sufficient!

If he hadn't mastered the power of the Great Dao Heavenly Lightning, Ye Kong truly wouldn't have had any means to attack that Alien God!

He must upgrade his Earth-Grade Cultivation Techniques to Heaven Rank!

Remembering that he had previously hoarded ten Level 7 crystals, Ye Kong felt it was time for a spending spree!

Absorb Level 7 crystals!

The Level 7 crystals flashed out from his storage ring, emitting dazzling light!

"Ding—"

【Energy Value: 5,2300,0000】

"Ah, this!"

Ye Kong stood up excitedly, not expecting that Level 7 crystals contained so much more energy than Level 6 crystals!

Very good! Immediately strengthen the Cultivation Techniques!

"Ding—"

【Host, there are four Earth Rank Low Grade Cultivation Techniques. Please choose the intensity of enhancement.】

These were the Cultivation Techniques Ye Kong had brought out before and had been using all along.

They were Star-Absorbing Great Art, Thunder Emperor's Precious Art, Reincarnation Firmament Blade Art, and Instant Hundred Li.

"Strengthen them all to Heaven Rank for me, that way they'll be more effective!"

【Host, Cultivation Technique "Star-Absorbing Great Art" can no longer be strengthened. No corresponding higher-level Cultivation Technique detected.】

【Three Earth Rank Low Grade Cultivation Techniques, strengthening them to Heaven Rank Low Grade will consume 150 million energy points each, totaling 450 million energy points!】

"Ah!"

Ye Kong was greatly surprised. This "Star-Absorbing Great Art" had actually reached its limit?

Ye Kong was a bit helpless; this was a divine skill he used for self-preservation, and he hadn't expected it to reach its limit.

Since the System said so, then it truly was at its limit.

Also, the energy consumed to upgrade from Earth Rank to Heaven Rank was too much!

Ye Kong suddenly remembered the jade pendant he gave to Ye Qingwan; upgrading it from Earth Rank to Heaven Rank consumed 200 million energy points!

Compared to treasures, the consumption for Cultivation Techniques was actually cheaper!

Perhaps it was a matter of universality? Anyone could wear a treasure, but Cultivation Techniques could only be Cultivated by specific people... Never mind, don't worry about it!

Ye Kong gritted his teeth, "Confirm!"

Inside the S Shaqi Tower, Ye Kong's three Cultivation Techniques glowed brightly!

【Congratulations, Host, you have obtained Heaven-Grade Low Grade Cultivation Technique, "Thunder God Extermination Art".】

【Congratulations, Host, you have obtained Heaven-Grade Low Grade Movement Technique, "Thousand Mile Swift Travel".】

【Congratulations, Host, you have obtained Heaven-Grade Low Grade Blade Art, "Town Evil Qi Devouring Soul Blade".】

【Energy Value: 7300,0000】

He was instantly poor, but Ye Kong wore a slight smile.

Very good, all Cultivation Techniques were fully upgraded. Next, his weapons also needed an upgrade, but there definitely wouldn't be enough energy points.

For now, this was it. Ye Kong couldn't wait to start Cultivating...

In a Secret Realm of the Long family, a servant rushed in hurriedly. Several powerhouses immediately stopped him.

"The Young Lord is Breaking Through; no entry!"

The servant hastily said, "The Patriarch ordered me to come; the Ten Thousand Clans Tournament is about to begin!"

Suddenly, a Dragon's roar echoed from within the Secret Realm, shaking people's hearts.

The servant was startled and quickly asked, "How long has this anomaly been going on?"

The Protector powerhouses, hearing that he was sent by the Patriarch, said nervously, "It's been almost a day! The Young Lord has been seeking a Breakthrough here ever since he returned!"

Suddenly, the Secret Realm rumbled loudly, almost collapsing! Long Ao leaped out, winds and clouds surged, and golden Dragons flashed.

Everyone was astonished; Long Ao's body faintly exuded a Godly aura. He had entered the Venerable Realm!

A golden Dragon coiled in the sky, its magnificent Qi extending for a Thousand Li!