King Jialuo was done for.

Done for without even a scrap of flesh remaining.

He already had considerable prestige—at least he lived for a full two chapters.

After all, he was one of the Eight Heavenly Dragons. No matter what, he had to be given some importance. He wasn’t just some random cat or dog.

Speaking of which, counting the Heavenly Demon Emperor and the other seven subordinates, with everyone getting some plot, and the dog author’s update speed being turtle-slow—mm, it seemed quite far from completion.

“Ding! Ding!”

After slaying King Jialuo, quest completion notification sounds rang out frequently.

The System exclaimed in shock: “This many secret realms?”

Indeed.

Just completing one side quest directly gave three secret realm purchase rights, and they were all super-grade.

This couldn’t help but easily make people suspect whether Dog Leftover had some indescribable dirty transaction to suddenly be rewarded with so many good things.

Speaking of strange.

In the past, if he suddenly obtained so many super-grade secret realms, Jun Changxiao would definitely cover his face and emit a “kekeke” strange laugh. Now he appeared extremely calm.

In unimportant scenes, Dog Leftover would display a villain’s demeanor.

But now, having inherited Gu Xuanyuan’s will, his words and actions naturally had to be serious.

Moreover.

The three super-grade secret realms were merely purchase rights.

To obtain them, he’d definitely need to spend reputation value to purchase.

From the earlier notification sound, one could see Jun Changxiao currently only had a pitiful ten thousand reputation value.

With money, I’m the boss.

Without money, what the hell am I playing.

Note: “Paralysis” here represents a medical term.

“What a shame.”

Jun Changxiao withdrew the Xuanyuan Divine Sword, shaking his head: “That guy’s good stuff also all turned to ash.”

No looting.

Made him uncomfortable.

In the Eternal’s cockpit, Jian Guixu and the high-ranking disciples were still in a dumbfounded state.

The earlier exchange wasn’t long. King Jialuo’s every gesture erupted with heaven-shaking, earth-moving energy, scaring them quite badly.

However.

Such a strong guy died at the Sect Master’s hands!

“The upper cosmos…” Jian Guixu said, unable to hide his excitement: “Is saved!”

Previously, he couldn’t be certain whether Jun Changxiao, who inherited the Xuanyuan Divine Sword, had the ability to fight the Eight Heavenly Dragons. Now that the victor was decided, absolutely… no pressure whatsoever!

This sky.

Was truly breaking into dawn!

“Sigh.”

After returning to the cockpit, Jun Changxiao said: “First time using it, still somewhat inexperienced.”

“…”

Jian Guixu’s mouth twitched.

Inexperienced and still annihilated King Jialuo.

If he encountered King Duola or the other kings, wouldn’t he easily handle them?

Honestly speaking.

Having signed a Life Contract with the Xuanyuan Divine Sword, with Xi Jingxuan’s weapon spirit soul enhancement, Jun Changxiao’s combat power skyrocketed, even qualifying as upper-tier Celestial Mystery Realm.

Unfortunately.

Once Palace Master Xi flew out.

He’d immediately become lower-tier Celestial Mystery Realm again.

“First there was Hua Meigui possessing the body to assist, now there’s Xi Jingxuan possessing the sword to assist.” The System couldn’t help but sigh: “Behind every successful man there’s always a woman. These words truly aren’t wrong!”

“Swish—”

The Eternal sailed through the vast cosmic starry sky.

With the Xuanyuan Divine Sword, Jun Changxiao’s courage also grew. No longer hiding and dodging, he openly proceeded toward the Cosmic Holy War finals venue.

Speaking of the Cosmic Holy War, only half a year remained until it was held.

The Heavenly Demon Emperor’s side mainly targeted the Cangcloud System, so the situation here was quite turbulent. Other systems were relatively calm, and geniuses from all paths had already set off one after another.

Everyone had more or less heard about the Heavenly Demon Emperor’s recent actions, but they only dared to be angry but not speak out. After all, when danger hadn’t truly descended upon themselves, what they could do was pray they could escape calamity.

When the nest is overturned, how can any eggs remain intact.

The martial artists of the entire upper cosmos ultimately lacked the courage to resist, allowing the Heavenly Demon Emperor to grow stronger through repeated invasions and suppressions.

Of course.

A glimmer of light still existed in the darkness.

Alliance-type organizations of various sizes had competed to take action. They vowed to resist to the end rather than submit to the Heavenly Demon Emperor.

“Senior.”

On the way to the finals venue, Jun Changxiao asked in confusion: “Since you and other organizations have been unhappy with the Heavenly Demon Emperor for so long, why did you all suddenly emerge en masse to resist?”

This question not only puzzled him but also Gu Tianxing.

The Heavenly Demon Emperor’s strength wasn’t built in a day. He grew through constant invasion and expansion. Each system and plane either minded their own business or protected themselves wisely—this had become the established pattern.

Now.

Suddenly so many resistant organizations appeared throughout the entire cosmos.

Thinking about it slightly, there must be something fishy.

“Sigh.”

Jian Guixu took a sip of soup and said: “This is a long story.”

“Then make it short.”

“…”

Sword Saint Senior nearly choked.

“Sect Master Jun.” He smoothed his chest and said: “The entire upper cosmos is waiting for an opportunity.”

“What opportunity?”

Jun Changxiao’s ears perked up.

Jian Guixu was silent for a moment, then said: “An opportunity mentioned by Diviner Weibo.”

“Diviner Weibo again.”

Since Jun Changxiao left the upper realm to travel the upper cosmos, he’d always heard others mention him, giving the impression of being very mysterious.

“This person once left a prophecy.”

Jian Guixu said: “The cosmos will soon face disaster. If everyone can actively respond and participate, they can seize fortune from it, thus having the opportunity to step onto the path of eternal life.”

“…”

Jun Changxiao thought for a moment and said: “Senior means the Heavenly Demon Emperor is this disaster, and because of Diviner Weibo’s prophecy, everyone has been watching quietly? Waiting for the so-called fortune to appear?”

“Correct.”

Jian Guixu said.

“Heh.” Jun Changxiao said disdainfully: “The rise and fall of a nation is every citizen’s responsibility. For the sake of so-called fortune, allowing the Heavenly Demon Emperor to wreak havoc on the cosmos—truly despicable.”

“Can’t be helped.”

Jian Guixu shook his head: “They all have hearts pursuing eternal life.”

“The Heavenly Demon Emperor stirs up trouble, they remain indifferent—this is actually equivalent to aiding the tyrant. Even if they truly gain eternal life in the future, guilt will accompany their long lives.” Jun Changxiao said.

“…”

Jian Guixu’s gaze showed shame.

Although he didn’t want to admit it, in fact, he also harbored obsession with eternal life in his heart.

“Senior only mentioned fortune but hasn’t mentioned the opportunity yet.” Jun Changxiao didn’t want to dwell on this infuriating issue, so he changed the topic.

“Diviner Weibo once said that soon a person who will change the cosmic pattern will appear. That will be the opportunity for numerous experts. If they can give full support and help him create a new era, they will all have fortune added to them.” Jian Guixu said.

“The person who changes the pattern has appeared?”

“Mm.”

“Who is it?”

“Unknown.”

“…”

Jun Changxiao was speechless.

After all that questioning, it was like not asking at all.

“Actually…” Jian Guixu raised his head to look at him, his gaze grave: “This old man has a conjecture. The person who changes the cosmic pattern should be Sect Master Jun!”

“Me?”

“Sect Master Jun not only inherited Senior Gu’s will but also used the Xuanyuan Divine Sword to annihilate one of the Eight Heavenly Dragons. This is the best proof.”

Jian Guixu wasn’t certain in his heart either.

But if he could choose, he more hoped Jun Changxiao could change the cosmic pattern, could destroy the Heavenly Demon Emperor, and benefit the upper cosmos.

“Oh right.”

Jian Guixu said: “Currently, the person considered most likely to change the cosmic pattern is the Night King of the Night King Alliance.”

“Does Senior know Night King?”

“Haven’t met him, but have heard of him.”

“Sect Master!”

Just as the two were conversing, Shangguan Xinyao’s voice came: “We’ve successfully entered the Bahuang System. It’s estimated we can reach the Cosmic Holy War finals venue, the Tianluo Realm, in about three days.”

Jian Guixu heard this and breathed a sigh of relief: “Arriving at the venue’s star system, we’re temporarily safe.”

“The Heavenly Demon Emperor won’t dare pursue us?”

“With the Cosmic Holy War finals about to begin, top experts from other systems should have already gathered here. No matter how arrogant the Heavenly Demon Emperor is, he wouldn’t dare blatantly cause trouble.”

“That’s good.”

Jun Changxiao looked through the window toward the distant starry sky where flowing light flickered and pedestrians were everywhere, smiling: “Can watch the disciples win the championship with peace of mind.”