Chapter 1080: Audience
Chapter 1080: Audience
Several days prior.
A fleet of cosmic cargo ships hovered around Huo Yu Star.
“Originally, to ignite a planet, the best materials were the ‘Phoenix Feather’ and the ‘Fire Dragon Lizard’s Heart’, or ‘Sun God Crystal’. . . ”
“But that’s the method of the Heavenly God lineage. As a commoner-stream Gaia lineage cultivator, I’ll just have to make do with a large quantity of Fire Origin Crystals. . . ”
Fang Xi mumbled, then through the quantum communicator on his wrist, began to pay the final installment.
The breakthrough from Planetary-level to Red Giant-level was a monumental watershed.
And the step of ‘igniting’ the planet stumped ninety-nine percent of people.
Just the modification of Huo Yu Star alone had practically drained the last official currency from Fang Xi’s account.
“If it were the most expensive, there would simply be no limit. . . ”
Fang Xi mumbled, then arrived at the stellar core.
Subsequently, Huo Yu Star began to rotate rapidly, its terrifying gravity pulling down on the surrounding cargo ships.
Each of those unmanned cosmic cargo ships was immediately captured by the planet’s gravitational field, plummeting into the atmosphere to become a part of Huo Yu Star’s mass.
Indeed, these cargo ships were, in fact, all within the scope of the traded goods.
At this moment, as cargo ships exploded one after another, numerous containers broke open, and countless crimson crystals scattered across the planet’s surface.
‘According to the experience of Gaia lineage cultivators, this breakthrough method is extremely difficult and prone to failure. . . there’s only a one-in-ten-thousand chance of achieving Red Giant-level immortal, and a one-in-a-thousand chance of turning into a white dwarf, which is due to losing control after advancement and undergoing too much decay. . . ’
But to him, none of this made any difference.
Fang Xi sat cross-legged, a flame ‘Dao Seed’ silently appearing, like a single spark falling into a pan of oil.
In an instant, the entire planet was immediately ‘ignited’!
In the cosmos, a planet suddenly burst into flames, continuously expanding, its volume magnified tens of millions of times. . .
Terrifying light and heat converged within Fang Xi’s body!
“So this is. . . a Red Giant-level immortal? ”
“Indeed it is a powerful force; ordinary people would find it difficult to grasp, and failure would be quite easy. . . ”
Streaks of Laws were stirred around Fang Xi’s body, manipulating Huo Yu Star to slowly rotate, using gravity to bind the overflowing crimson light, and massively devouring dark matter and dark energy from the cosmos.
‘The cultivation intake and speed of a Red Giant-level immortal far surpass that of a Planetary-level expert by an unknown number of times. . . ’
The moment one had just broken through to the Red Giant realm was the time requiring the most caution.
Many Planetary-level experts who walked the Gaia lineage path suffered misfortune at this very step, their gravitational fields unable to control the nascent power of the Red Giant, leading to rapid decay, transformation into a white dwarf, and a severe loss of lifespan. . .
However, for Fang Xi, this was naturally no difficult feat.
The massive crimson star slowly rotated, eventually vanishing, leaving only Fang Xi’s figure in its place.
“Red Giant-level. . . ”
“Next, it’ll be the Neutron Star-level, right? ”
“Advancing to the Neutron Star-level requires immense pressure, enough to crush atomic outer shells and atomic nuclei! ”
“Many powerful cultivators break through by leveraging cosmic wonders, achieving breakthroughs amidst terrifying external pressure. If they can’t withstand it, they die. . . ”
“But if one comprehends the ‘Law of Pressure’, they can guide their own Red Giant to slowly transform. . . ”
“This way, not only is the breakthrough success rate higher, but it’s also much safer. . . ”
Fang Xi smiled faintly.
The cultivation path of this universe was, in fact, a series of evolutions mimicking celestial bodies.
If the conditions were right, the speed of breakthrough was simply astonishing.
“A Red Giant-level existence in the True Immortal World would at least be a True Immortal, right? ”
Fang Xi took out his quantum communicator and sent a message to Wen Ge.
The fluorescent screen flickered, revealing Wen Ge’s figure: “Your Highness, I am currently on Emperor Star, in charge of this procurement. . . Also, His Highness Sa Tuo truly intends to conscript several imperial princes and princesses into the military. Your Highness must be careful. . . ”
“No need to worry about any of that, because I am already Red Giant-level. ”
Fang Xi chuckled: “You’ll soon see the relevant certification. . . As a Red Giant-level existence of the imperial family, I recall there are quite a few privileges. . . ”
“What. . . Red, Red Giant-level? ”
Wen Ge’s expression was somewhat dazed.
Although His Highness had previously ordered him to begin collecting breakthrough resources, he had thought His Highness was preparing for the future.
He never expected the other party to be so reckless, going for it directly!
And what’s more, succeeding on the very first try!
It should be said, truly worthy of the Phoenix bloodline?
Only now, prompted by Fang Xi, did he react: “Yes. . . yes. . . according to convention, an Imperial Prince advancing to Red Giant-level is a major event. It should be confirmed by the Heraldry Academy, and then it will be sent to His Imperial Majesty’s desk. . . ”
The Heraldry Academy, though not prominent among the empire’s various departments, was actually quite important, bearing the responsibility of confirming imperial family members and their strength.
Fang Xi nodded, ended the call, and then casually dialed another number.
A flicker of shadows, and a figure appeared on the screen.
It was a woman with a pair of rabbit ears. Although her appearance was adorable, her aura was incredibly formidable, surprisingly reaching the Red Giant-level.
“Hm? ”
Fang Xi noticed the difference in this communication; he could actually perceive the other party’s aura, as if. . . they were face-to-face.
“Hello, His Highness Prince Kāya, the Ten Thousand and Sixty-Ninth Imperial Prince. How may I assist you? ”
The rabbit-eared woman clasped her hands over her lower abdomen, bowed, and politely asked.
“Strength certification! ”
“Please wait a moment. . . ”
The rabbit-eared woman immediately bowed again, then began operating an instrument.
In an instant, Fang Xi felt some kind of fluctuation implicitly sweep over him through the quantum communicator.
Soon, the rabbit-eared woman exclaimed: “Certification passed! It is confirmed that His Highness Prince Kāya has advanced to the Red Giant-level! Although Your Highness was initially only Satellite-level, your progress truly is astonishing. . . ”
Unconsciously, she drew a comparison between Prince Kāya and Prince Sa Tuo.
Although the latter was a recognized genius, rumored even to be advancing to the Neutron Star-level, he was still only Red Giant-level!
Even if Sa Tuo followed the most luxurious ‘Heavenly God lineage’ path and had already reached its peak.
But strictly speaking, both princes were now on the same tier—both Red Giant-level!
“Your backend data has been updated. . . ”
The rabbit-eared woman said.
“Oh? I wonder what benefits and treatment an Imperial Prince who has become a Red Giant-level immortal receives? ”
Fang Xi was the first to speak, asking directly about the benefits.
After all, his funds were almost entirely spent after advancing to the Red Giant-level.
He wondered if His Imperial Majesty would transfer another billion or so.
“As a Red Giant-level immortal, your rank has been elevated. You now possess the authority to send messages directly to His Imperial Majesty’s mailbox. . . ”
“Furthermore, your permissions have been updated. . . ”
The rabbit-eared woman listed them one by one.
Overall, this time, no money was given!
Fang Xi turned off the communicator and stroked his chin.
He wasn’t thinking about his past life’s inheritance, of course, but rather about the benefits he could gain after this permission update.
Although there was no money, with the elevated permissions, he could be considered to have a bit of power now.
With a little operation, acquiring a stable and generous income wouldn’t be a problem.
‘After all, he’s still an Imperial Prince. . . ’
‘Now that he’s established himself, there will always be people betting on him. . . ’
Fang Xi thought to himself, when suddenly a light flared on his communicator.
“Wen Ge? ”
He glanced at it, and chuckled: “Is there something you need? ”
“I just received a communication, Your Highness Prince Kāya. You are required to proceed to Emperor Star to attend the Imperial Audience presided over by His Imperial Majesty. . . ”
Wen Ge said solemnly: “This time, the candidates for the war against the Zerg will be definitively decided. Every Imperial Prince of Red Giant-level and above will participate. . . ”
“Oh? So I’ve made it in time, have I? ”
Fang Xi stroked his chin, smiling thoughtfully.
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Emperor Star.
Inside the Bronze Palace.
Fang Xi arrived here once more, gazing at the figure hundreds of kilometers tall, still feeling his own insignificance.
‘The current Imperial Emperor is not only a Black Hole Immortal, but also the strongest among Black Hole Immortals. . . ’
His heart was awe-struck. Seeing the oddly shaped grand elders and high ministers, he felt he couldn’t mingle with them.
After a brief greeting, he found his own circle.
“Oh, my dear little brother Sa Tuo, it truly has been a long time. . . ”
Fang Xi swept his gaze around, saw a group of imperial princes and princesses dressed in formal attire, forming a circle by themselves, and immediately walked over.
Sa Tuo, upon seeing Fang Xi, was also momentarily stunned.
He could never have imagined that the Planetary-level Imperial Prince who had dared to refuse him earlier had now become a Red Giant-level existence.
But soon, a sneer rose in his heart: ‘Just a piece of trash from the Gaia lineage. . . ’
However, in front of their Imperial Father, he could only force out a faint smile: “Kāya. . . congratulations on your advancement. ”
As Fang Xi walked through the great hall, he somewhat understood why those below Red Giant-level were not permitted to attend the meeting.
One after another, existences of Red Giant-level and above freely radiated energy fluctuations. Ordinary Satellite-level, even Planetary-level, beings could suffer irreversible damage.
“Sa Tuo, even now, are you unwilling to call me ‘Imperial Brother’? ”
Fang Xi sighed, appearing quite nonchalant.
“Pfft! ”
Xing Sha, standing nearby, felt a laugh bubbling up but fiercely suppressed it, inexplicably finding her mood much improved.
Just as Fang Xi stood still, he saw a woman in golden armor approach.
Her features were more beautiful than Xing Sha’s, distinctly defined, exuding an air of grandeur and magnificence.
“Kāya. . . I’ve finally met you. I am Su Shan Na! ”
“Ah, so it’s my Three Hundred Sixty-Seventh Sister. . . ”
Fang Xi replied politely.
This Three Hundred Sixty-Seventh Imperial Princess was by no means simple; not only had she gathered a large number of factions, but she herself was a Neutron Star Immortal, a powerful contender for the next imperial throne.
“Why do you say you’ve finally met me? ”
Fang Xi was slightly puzzled.
Su Shan Na’s eyebrow arched, a hint of allure in her gaze: “I had sent you an invitation before. . . ”
“Oh. . . that was it. ”
Fang Xi offered an apologetic smile: “I was entirely focused on cultivation before, so I didn’t pay attention. . . ”
He did not continue, for as a sense of oppression steadily intensified, everyone involuntarily shifted their gaze to His Imperial Majesty. . .
Two chapters today, as usual.
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