Swallowing the Stars: Sacrifice for a Thousandfold Return

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Lu Ming opened his eyes, his gaze sharp and piercing.

Having obtained the Beast God Inheritance Token, joining the core layer of the Virtual Universe Company is a natural progression.

We've already taken the stuff; it would be disrespectful not to join us.

Next, we will go to the legendary Ancestral God Sect to receive the Beast God's inheritance and find the best opportunity to nurture our second avatar, the Nether Sea Avatar!

"Netherworld Avatar... Ancestral God Sect... I'm here!"

Lu Ming clenched his fists, his heart filled with anticipation.

Once he obtains the Nether Sea clone, his future will be completely bright!

Soar!

Half a month later, in a completely secure secret room at the Virtual Universe Company branch in the Qianwu Universe Kingdom.

Lu Ming stood quietly, his gaze calm.

Before him stood a tall man clad in golden armor, with a handsome face and a subtle, unsettling aura emanating from him.

He was none other than Venerable Jinlan, who had come on the orders of the Lord of Chaos City!

"King of Burning Sky".

Venerable Jinlan smiled as he sized up the genius realm master who had stirred up a monstrous wave on the battlefield outside the realm, his eyes filled with undisguised admiration.

"Your achievements have even alarmed the city lord."

"You flatter me, Your Excellency."

Lu Ming bowed slightly, his attitude neither humble nor arrogant.

Venerable Jinlan nodded and took out an item with a flick of his wrist.

It was a strange token, about the size of a palm, dark red in color, with complex flame and spatial runes interwoven on its surface.

The moment the token appeared, the surrounding fire and air laws subtly became active, and an ancient and majestic aura spread out.

It is the Fiery Sky Beast God Inheritance Token!

"This is the Beast God's Legacy Token bestowed upon you by your clan."

Venerable Jinlan solemnly handed the token to Lu Ming.

"This token is precious, comparable to an ordinary treasure. I hope you will make good use of it."

Lu Ming received it with both hands. It was warm to the touch, as if he were holding a solidified flame and space, and he could clearly feel the vast and profound laws contained within it.

His heart was filled with excitement, but his face remained calm: "Thank you for the generous gift from the clan. Lu Ming will certainly live up to your expectations."

Looking at Lu Ming's composed demeanor, Venerable Jinlan's admiration deepened, and he added, "Do you know that this inheritance token was personally ordered by the city lord to be given to you by me?"

City Lord?

Lu Ming was startled.

Within the Virtual Universe Company, the only "City Lord" who receives such a respectful title from Venerable Jinlan and has the authority to directly grant the Beast God Inheritance Token is none other than the Chaos City Lord! One of the most powerful beings in the human race!

It actually alarmed such a being!

Lu Ming took a deep breath and solemnly said again, "Thank you, City Lord! Lu Ming will certainly work hard and never let down the City Lord and the clan's cultivation!"

"very good."

Venerable Jinlan nodded in satisfaction.

"So, regarding joining the core layer of the Virtual Universe Company..."

"I'd like to join."

Lu Ming agreed without any hesitation.

Having received such a valuable investment, it's natural to make a statement.

As one of the five major forces in humankind, Virtual Universe Corporation possesses abundant resources, and joining it would greatly benefit his future development.

"OK!"

Venerable Jinlan laughed heartily.

"From this day forward, you are a member of my Virtual Universe Company! Relevant permissions and resources will soon be available to you."

After chatting for a few minutes, Venerable Jinlan prepared to leave.

"Lu Ming, your potential is limitless. To possess such strength at the World Lord stage is a rare sight even in countless epochs. Make the most of this opportunity with the Ancestral God Sect. We look forward to your... breaking through to Immortality soon, and even reaching the Venerable realm! Do not disappoint the expectations of your clan!"

As soon as he finished speaking, Venerable Jinlan's figure completely disappeared from the secret chamber.

Inside the secret room, only Lu Ming remained.

He looked down at the Fire Sky Beast God Inheritance Token in his hand, which emitted a faint halo, feeling the infinite possibilities contained within it, and gripped it tightly.

"Immortal? Venerable One?"

He muttered to himself, his eyes burning with an even greater flame.

That will never be the end for me!

The road ahead has been paved, and the key is in hand.

Next, he would head to the Ancestral God Sect, a place teeming with powerful figures and where opportunities and dangers coexist, to seize the heaven-defying opportunity that belonged to him!

"Ancestral God Sect, here I come!"

Chapter 64 Ancestral God Cult

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In the dark universe, Lu Ming's spaceship was speeding toward the coordinates of the Ancestral God Cult's inheritance at an astonishing speed.

Inside the spaceship's control room, Lu Ming sat cross-legged, part of his consciousness immersed in comprehending the laws, while the other part kept an eye on the external navigation situation.

Of course, the trivial task of controlling the spaceship had long been handed over to Qingyuan's intelligent core.

"Master master!"

A clear, lively voice, with a touch of childishness, rang in Lu Ming's mind. It was the telepathic message from "Little Thunder," the Thunder Vine.

"How much longer until we reach that Ancestral God Cult? It's so boring on this spaceship!"

Lu Ming's lips twitched slightly, and he responded in his consciousness, "We've only been sailing for a little over a year, what's the rush? Even if we've reached a sufficiently close location through the divine kingdom's teleportation, according to the route, it will still take at least another year and a half. Instead of complaining, you should focus more on improving your strength."

"Ugh, that's so boring..."

Xiao Lei's voice carried a hint of coquetry.

"Master, look how wonderful Sister Qingyuan is! She's so quiet and can even control the spaceship. How amazing! I wish I could be like Sister Qingyuan and help you pilot the ship!"

As Xiao Lei grew stronger, his intelligence gradually became more agile.

Lu Ming then simply had this guy start researching how to improve his strength as well.

At this moment, another clear but slightly helpless female voice rang out. It was the spaceship's AI, "Qingyuan": "Xiao Lei, don't disturb your master's meditation. Besides, controlling a spaceship requires precise calculations and stable logic. With your impulsive nature... you should focus on cultivating your combat talent."

"Sister Qingyuan, you're criticizing me too!"

Xiao Lei looked aggrieved.

"Master, look, they're all bullying me! I'm so cute and strong, I just wanted to find something to do..."

Lu Ming couldn't help but find it amusing to listen to the bickering between the intelligent and plant life forms.

The two people beside him, one aloof and reliable, the other lively and energetic, complemented each other perfectly.

"Alright, Xiao Lei."

Lu Ming reassured him.

"Once you reach the Ancestral God Sect, there will be plenty of opportunities for you to contribute. There are many powerful figures there, and you might be needed to showcase your skills. For now... go back and familiarize yourself with your talents, or absorb energy to strengthen yourself."

Before leaving, Lu Ming began preparing a massive amount of resources for Xiao Lei.

He was counting on Xiao Lei to break through to the Venerable realm and protect him.

"Really? I can fight anyone then?"

Xiao Lei immediately perked up.

"It's about meeting challenges, not about fighting recklessly."

Lu Ming corrected him.

"The prerequisite is that you are strong enough."

Under the Ancestral God's teachings, he dared not act as casually as he did on the battlefields beyond the realm.

That could lead to someone's death.

"Don't worry, Master! I will definitely do my best!"

Xiao Lei immediately became highly motivated, his consciousness subsided, and it seemed he was going to work hard.

Qingyuan's voice rang out with a hint of laughter: "Master, although Xiao Lei is a bit lively, he is still very reliable in critical moments."

"I know."

Lu Ming nodded.

"Both of you are my good helpers."

His gaze fell upon the endless dark void outside the control room, his heart filled with anticipation for the Ancestral God Cult he was about to arrive at.

Not only does it contain the legacy of the Beast God, but it also provides an opportunity to nurture the Nether Sea Avatar, so it must be quite "lively".

With Xiao Lei and Qing Yuan by my side, this journey is sure to be interesting.

Time passed slowly during the voyage.

Occasionally, Xiao Lei would still jump out and complain about how boring it was, but under Lu Ming's or Qing Yuan's "suppression," he would obediently go back to "cultivation." Qing Yuan, on the other hand, always monitored the flight path meticulously to ensure that nothing went wrong.

Finally, after a long voyage of two and a half years...

"Master, we have arrived near the target coordinates and are about to leave the dark universe."

Qingyuan's clear, cold voice rang out.