Giant Axe Arena

Time flies in the primordial universe; it seems that more than twenty years have passed in the blink of an eye.

On this day, deep within Rongbing Island in the virtual universe, in a vast manor belonging to the Rongbing Holy Land, Li Che stood with his hands behind his back, speaking eloquently:

"Today, we begin a brand new course, focusing on the techniques of generating power. These techniques may seem basic, but they are extremely important to us martial artists. All your secret techniques, combat skills, and domain insights are amplified based on these power generation techniques."

"For us flesh-and-blood beings, the theoretical limit of pure physical strength is 100. That is to say, without using primal energy, telekinesis, or the understanding of laws, the strength exertion of each part of the body must reach 100 times that of normal brute force in order to achieve perfect control over the body."

"For you, every 1 point increase in power exertion technique represents a small step up in your regular combat strength. This is an extremely efficient way to improve your strength."

Opposite Li Che, a dozen or so young people from various branches of humanity stood respectfully, listening attentively to Li Che's story.

Within this virtual training ground, the power of everyone, including Li Che, was strictly set to the ninth level of the Hengxing level, and all their genetic power, psychic power, and domains were rendered ineffective and could not be utilized at all.

"The rule of this universe is that one must achieve perfect control over the physical body to qualify as an immortal god."

Li Che snapped his fingers, and virtual data intertwined in front of him, immediately creating a humanoid target similar in height to him.

Then, the young people saw Li Che stride forward, his attack as fast as lightning, swiftly landing on the human-shaped target:

"Bang! Bang! Bang! Bang! Bang!"

Fist, elbow, head, knee, foot—in just 0.5 seconds, Li Che's attack struck the human-shaped target five times in a row.

The young people below all looked at the virtual screen above the humanoid target.

On the screen, five red data points appeared in succession:

"100, 100, 100, 100, 100, total effort score is 100!"

This sight shocked the young people, who all looked at Li Che with great respect.

"The simplest and most direct way to improve your power level is..."

What they are currently attending is an advanced course jointly held by the two holy lands within the Rongbing Empire. The participants are all young people of the Hengxing level who will participate in the Peak Genius Battle in a few decades.

Those responsible for teaching these Eternal Star level cultivators are Realm Lord-level powerhouses from the two Holy Lands.

In the eyes of these little guys of the Eternal Star level, the Realm Lord Li Che from the Rongbing Royal Family is undoubtedly the strongest among all the Realm Lord teachers.

They had all heard that Lord Li Che was the strongest Lord, on par with the Immortal Gods, and even more powerful than those Lords who had been recognized by the fundamental laws of the universe.

Just like the perfect exertion demonstrated in the current power exertion skills course, there are very few World Lords in the entire Rongbing Star Region who can achieve this level of accomplishment.

The three exclusive courses that Li Che opened within the Holy Land—Power Training Course, In-depth Application of Domain and Real Combat, and Advancement from Domain to Law—are also courses exclusively for the top geniuses within the Holy Land.

After Li Che finished explaining the lesson, these little guys from the Hengxing star immediately summoned targets in the virtual universe that matched their respective body structures and began training on today's power exertion techniques.

They were all eagerly anticipating the upcoming Battle of the Ultimate Geniuses, wanting to improve their strength as quickly as possible and showcase themselves in that competition open to all humanity in the universe.

After Li Che finished teaching, he found a burly man standing solemnly outside his virtual manor, sending a visit request to the intelligent assistant Bai Yue.

"The Flame Soul Army Lord of the Giant Axe Arena? What's he doing here?"

Li Che recognized the giant god at a glance and agreed to the request of the Flame Soul Army Lord to visit.

More than twenty years have passed since he defeated Iron Sword Marquis, and he still has not received any news from the five major powers that a great being is willing to take him as a disciple.

This left Li Che feeling quite helpless.

Based on his understanding of the Swallowed Star universe, logically and emotionally, even if he wasn't valued by any of the five major powers' universe venerables, there should still be king-level immortals willing to take him as a disciple.

But in the end, nothing happened.

Li Che had even made up his mind that if he waited another ten years or so and still no one was willing to take him on as a disciple, he would simply join the Cosmic Galaxy Bank and buy an exclusive initial universe spot to try and cross the Heavenly Bridge.

In a place like the primordial universe, Li Che felt that the probability of being accepted as a disciple by a great being would be much higher.

In the blink of an eye, the Flame Soul Army Lord from the Giant Axe Arena had arrived at Li Che's virtual manor. The giant god's booming voice carried a faint hint of fire law, causing the surrounding temperature to rise several degrees.

"Hahaha! The Lord of the Void Realm truly has the leisure and refined taste to personally instruct these little mortals!"

Li Che looked at the Flame Soul Army Lord. This immortal god of flames was not as high-level as the Rong Bing Army Lord. Judging from the flame law aura around him, the basic power brought by his divine body level was only about 500 times that of a peak world lord.

"Just passing the time. My lord thinks some of these youngsters have good talent, so I might as well spend some time teaching them." He politely invited the immortal god to sit down and spoke casually.

Over the course of more than 20 years, he certainly did not devote all his time to guiding these youngsters; he spent the vast majority of his time deepening and developing his self-created secret techniques.

The courses that Commander Rong Bing arranged for him were just small classes, only two or three times a month.

"Then I wish the Lord of Guixu Realm all the best, and it would be best if a few little ones could join our core secret realm directly!" The giant god, Yanpo Army Lord, nodded.

Li Che returned the smile: "I wonder what brings Lord Yanpo to visit me in person?"

He had some expectations. The Giant Axe Arena was undoubtedly the most powerful fighting force within the human race at present. If he could join it, it would perfectly meet Li Che's expectations.

Upon hearing this, the Flame Soul Army Commander's expression turned slightly serious, and he said in a deep voice:

"Indeed, I was ordered by a great being to invite the Lord of the Guixu Realm to accompany me to the virtual universe's Giant Axe Space-Time to meet that being."

This news felt like a huge mountain had been lifted from Li Che's heart.

Those who can be called great beings by immortal gods must at least be powerful beings at the level of cosmic rulers.

"Very well, may I ask, General, which great being wishes to see me?"

He certainly didn't refuse, and at the same time, he transferred two thousand Mixed Yuan Units to the Flame Soul Army Lord's virtual account.

This made the giant god-like commander Yanpo beam with joy.

Two thousand Chaos Units—this unexpected income was more than a pleasant surprise to him, a mid-level Immortal God.

"The one who wants to see you is Venerable Luan Mo of my Giant Axe Arena, who is also the Venerable in charge of the upcoming Peak Genius Battle."

"Did Venerable Luanmo express any intention to take me as his disciple?" Li Che asked.

The Flame Soul Army Commander initially wanted to remain silent, but considering that Li Che had just transferred two thousand Hunyuan units to him, he hesitated before speaking:

"Perhaps not. The great Venerable Luanmo said that he was also ordered to meet with you."