Chapter 213: Three Great Plates

Thick blood energy filled the abyss, as endless Star Demons charged forward, only to be slain by flashes of blade light.

Blood clouds stretched for miles, the intense smell of blood permeating most of the abyss.

Star Sea Level, Star Gate Level, Star Hidden Level, all the way to Star Spirit Level.

An endless tide of Star Demons surged forth.

Various family factions and the Martial Arts Association were all clearing away the Star Demon corpses, transporting them to Pingan City.

Some merchant guilds were also directly purchasing them here.

Professionals were surveying the land, preparing to establish a city in this location.

Professor Yun personally stepped forward to negotiate with federal officials on how to build the city.

Since Jiang Changkong was offering shares and allocating land, Professor Yun felt it wouldn’t be right to do nothing.

Ji Ziling and the others had also arrived, and Yu Beilin was there as well.

He was originally supposed to be transferred to another school, but this time he happened to be reassigned here to establish a Martial Arts School and continue serving as its principal.

Regarding Jiang Changkong’s proposal for cooperation—exchanging processed Star Stones anywhere—Yu Beilin readily agreed.

Jiang Haishan, the minor commander, had also reached the Star Spirit Level and had applied to the federation to be transferred here as a minor commander.

With these people around, Jiang Changkong felt reassured.

Once this city was built, he would make a profit and leave, while his old acquaintances could also share in the benefits and have their own ventures.

Hmm, Senior Yan Xue’s restaurant would definitely be provided for, so there was no need to worry about her starving.

Professor Yun wouldn’t take shares for nothing either. Besides helping with the city’s construction, the research institute would also be responsible for the city’s defenses.

For example, the city’s surveillance and wall defenses would all be handled by the research institute.

As for the city’s construction, the federation would transport supplies, and the three major families, along with various factions in Anding Province, would also contribute.

Jiang Changkong released his blazing sun energy, intending to venture deeper into the abyss to see if he could find its end or something similar.

Heng Xueyue arrived, her Lunar Cold Energy restrained to the extreme: “Miser, come down.”

“Are you here to deliver Star Stones?”

Jiang Changkong descended through the air and asked.

This guy only had eyes for Star Stones.

Heng Xueyue’s face darkened: “The Star Stones will be given to you together by the Heng family after discussions on land allocation and mineral vein shares are concluded. Right now, I have something to discuss with you.”

Since she wasn’t here to deliver Star Stones, Jiang Changkong felt somewhat disappointed: “Go ahead.”

“With them here, the city’s construction is enough. Once you eliminate the Star Spirit Peak Star Demon, you can step back.

I came to ask if you want to go with me to a Major Province. The matter of the Sin Domain is about to begin.”

Heng Xueyue said.

Jiang Changkong asked: “How much longer?”

“Probably less than two months, maybe sooner. With your strength, the federation will definitely invite you. At that time, various Martial Arts Associations will hold competitions to select participants for the Sin Domain.”

Heng Xueyue explained: “The basic requirement to participate in the Sin Domain is one thousand sixth-grade low-tier Star Stones.”

“Still need Star Stones?” Jiang Changkong was somewhat reluctant.

“These one thousand Star Stones are for competing for future resources. How many Star Stones you can obtain and what level of achievement you can reach in the future all depend on yourself.”

Heng Xueyue said coldly.

“Future resources? Level of achievement?” Jiang Changkong looked puzzled: “What does that mean?”

“The Sin Domain is just a place to accumulate Star Stones. For specifics, go ask Professor Yun.”

Heng Xueyue said impatiently: “What about Jiang Changyue? Staying with you will only hinder his future. Talk to him and tell him to follow me instead.”

“Changyue has already left.” Jiang Changkong said indifferently.

“Left?” Heng Xueyue was slightly taken aback.

Jiang Changkong explained: “Yes, he doesn’t want to go to the Sin Domain and plans to wander elsewhere.”

Heng Xueyue was somewhat disappointed. Go wander elsewhere?

Such a prodigy, why are they blind to have taken a liking to you?

Glaring at him fiercely, Heng Xueyue turned and left.

Jiang Changkong curled his lip. I haven’t offended you, so why do you look at me like you want to devour me?

Forget it, no point dwelling on it. I’ll just head straight to the depths and take a look.

Jiang Changkong left the Blazing Sun behind, instructing them not to approach, as the Blazing Sun would attack indiscriminately.

Soaring through the air, Jiang Changkong ventured deep into the abyss. The Blazing Sun illuminated the abyss, revealing countless Star Demons and enormous trees.

Weeds, trees, streams, and lakes—it was no different from the surface.

He flew forward continuously, and after half an hour, he finally reached the deepest part.

Ahead, a massive fissure appeared, its destination unknown. Multicolored starlight intertwined, emanating a terrifying power.

“The aura here…”

Jiang Changkong’s expression turned grave. The starlight released at the entrance of the fissure made his heart tremble.

High-Rank!

This starlight was enough to threaten a High-Rank Martial Artist. With his current strength, there was no way he could pass through.

Star Demons continuously surged out of the fissure. Jiang Changkong glanced below and spotted a Star Spirit Peak Star Demon.

Using the Spirit Control Art, he enveloped the Star Spirit Peak Star Demon and sent it charging toward the fissure entrance.

Boom!

The starlight erupted, instantly reducing the Star Demon to minced flesh, even turning the Star Stone into dust.

“It seems you can only come out, not go in.”

After verifying this, Jiang Changkong didn’t bother pushing his luck and turned to leave.

The Star Demons here likely wouldn’t cease. Wiping them all out was impossible.

Moreover, Star Demons were also a resource. Exterminating them completely wouldn’t benefit the city’s development.

Retracing his steps, Jiang Changkong condensed a new Blazing Sun.

With the Star Demons scattered, slaughtering them in one place was too slow.

It would be better to target wherever Star Demons gathered. A few more suns would be ideal.

After a day of slaughter, Jiang Changkong spent the night at the outpost.

Taking a sip of tea, Jiang Changkong asked Professor Yun, “Teacher, regarding the Sin Domain, I heard from Heng Xueyue it’s about accumulating resources?”

Professor Yun nodded. “I was just about to discuss this with you. The Federation has sent an invitation. Since you were busy, I didn’t notify you.”

As she spoke, Professor Yun took out a golden invitation and handed it to Jiang Changkong.

Jiang Changkong examined it. It was issued by the Federation Headquarters, summoning him to the provincial capital of Jinghai Province, Ten Thousand Li City, to participate in the Martial Arts Association competition.

Participants could compete alone or bring eight additional slots. Only large-scale or higher-level Martial Arts Associations were eligible to participate.

Ten slots would be selected to enter the Sin Domain. Of course, major forces from the Major Provinces did not participate, as they had separate slots.

“After the Sin Domain comes the Void. If you can obtain abundant resources and enough Sin Tokens in the Sin Domain, you’ll achieve a good ranking. Only then will you be assigned a favorable location when you eventually enter the Void.”

This time, Professor Yun held nothing back and explained everything.

“The Void?” Jiang Changkong frowned.

“Let me tell you about the Federation’s current situation, so you’ll understand in the future. It’s also good to make more friends.”

Professor Yun’s expression turned serious as she spoke solemnly, “The Federation is currently divided into three major sectors. First, the thirty-six provinces and the Eleven Overseas Islands.

These places are all similar. As long as High-Rank Martial Artists don’t appear, aside from the major forces in the Major Provinces where Star Spirit Peak experts are abundant, you can roam freely.”

“Second, the Void Land, also known as the Void Realm. The Star Crystals you’re concerned about originate from there.”

“Third, the Starry Sky Expedition!”

The Void Realm? The Starry Sky Expedition?

Jiang Changkong’s expression shifted, and he immediately listened attentively.

Professor Yun patiently explained: the Federation’s three major regions, thirty-six provinces, and the Eleven Overseas Islands form the foundation of the Federation.

The Void Realm is a place for High-Rank Martial Artists to develop, containing endless high-level resources, including Star Crystal Veins.

The Starry Sky Expedition is a grand endeavor that requires at least a Stellar Body Peak Martial Artist to participate.

Their mission is to venture into the starry sky, mine its resources, and explore its mysteries!