NOVEL NEXT Chapter 353: Quasi-Supreme
Chapter 353: Quasi-Supreme
“The laws of the Divine Kingdom have been analyzed, but what about the laws of the legendary ancient holy land?”
Xu Lian waited for a moment, but there was no further reaction – no additional analysis.
Why was that?
He felt confused. After some careful thought, he concluded that it must be due to his current rank being insufficient. At Sage Realm Stage 2, bearing the power of one set of laws was already his limit – he simply couldn’t handle two sets of laws simultaneously.
Or maybe the laws of the ancient holy land were more powerful than ordinary laws? Perhaps they required an even higher rank to unlock?
Aside from these two explanations, he couldn’t think of any other reasons.
“I have to give O a surprise. She went against so much pressure from the upper echelons of the Nine Heavenly Sacred Lands to approve my Metamorphosis Elixir. I need to step up.”
Xu Lian crossed through space and eagerly arrived at the Heavenly Mystic Sacred Land, ascending directly to the thirty-third stage.
“In the name of a Divine Son of the Divine Kingdom, I shall raise the cultivation of the Time Supreme by one rank!”
A mysterious smile spread across his face as he extended his finger toward the Time Supreme. In reality, he didn’t need to point or even speak aloud-just a single thought would suffice to activate this ability. But doing it this way was far cooler.
Sure enough, Time Supreme’s eyes snapped open in astonishment as her cultivation instantly surged to the next level.
This feels amazing! Xu Lian was ecstatic – it was the first time he’d seen her react with such a loss of composure.
Unfortunately, her shock didn’t last long. She quickly regained her usual calm demeanor, leaving Xu Lian feeling slightly disappointed. He hadn’t had enough time to enjoy the moment.
The Time Supreme asked, “Is this the law of the Divine Kingdom or the law of the ancient holy land?”
Xu Lian replied, “This is the law of the Divine Kingdom. It’s likely that my current rank is not high enough to bear the power of two laws. Right now, I can’t comprehend the laws of the legendary ancient holy land.”
Time Supreme thought for a moment before asking, “How powerful is this law really? Does it have any limitations – time limits, usage limits, or caps on the number of people it can affect?”
O could also say useless things… Xu Lian found it amusing. If there were no restrictions and he could boost someone’s cultivation endlessly, wouldn’t that make him invincible?
Xu Lian explained the analyzed laws of the Divine Kingdom in detail, ensuring that she understood its capabilities. After all, he needed to inform his allies about his skills so that they could coordinate effectively in the future.
After listening in silence, the Time Supreme’s beautiful eyes finally sparkled with admiration. “This law is very powerful!”
Satisfying… Xu Lian grinned, enjoying the praise.
Seemingly remembering something, the Time Supreme’s expression turned serious. “There’s one thing you must remember: do not use this law lightly, and under no circumstances should you let anyone else know about it!
If the Supremes of the various great powers discover that you can reduce their cultivation levels, you’ll become their primary target – a thorn in their flesh, a dagger in their eye. They will not hesitate to kill you!”
“…” Xu Lian froze, then shivered involuntarily. Damn, she’s right!
Boosting an allied Supreme by one rank while suppressing enemy Supremes by one rank – who wouldn’t fear that?
Especially during large-scale battles involving multiple Supremes, he’d undoubtedly become their first priority to eliminate!
“Shit…”
He took a deep breath. “I understand. Unless it’s a matter of life and death, using this law at any other time would be nothing short of a grave mistake.”
The Time Supreme nodded softly. “As long as you’re aware of that, it’s fine.”
Xu Lian reveled in the divine power coursing through his body, eager to test his newfound strength. Curiosity burned within him. “O, I want to test my current power against yours.”
The Time Supreme replied calmly, “Go ahead.”
“In the name of a Divine Son of the Divine Kingdom, I shall suppress your rank by one level!”
Xu Lian’s words carried the weight of law as he raised his left hand, pointing with one finger.
He activated the Divine Bone in his left arm!
Simultaneously, he unleashed the divine power within him!
On top of that, he employed a secret immortal technique from the Sacred Spirit Record : Calamity Finger!
This was undoubtedly his strongest attack at the moment… though he refrained from using the Sword of Destruction, lest it create too much commotion.
He wasn’t worried about whether Time Supreme could withstand the attack. No matter how powerful this strike was, it couldn’t possibly surpass her.
In an instant, the Time Supreme’s cultivation level dropped from the Supreme Realm to the peak of the Sage Realm. She raised her jade-like hand and pushed out a palm. Although it seemed slow, it transcended time itself.
Xu Lian’s finger landed on the center of her palm.
Tiny specks of rust appeared on her flawless white hand, but only for a fleeting moment before they vanished, leaving her hand pristine once more.
Immediately afterward, Xu Lian returned to his original position as if he had never been attacked.
Xu Lian felt confused. “Well? What do you think? What level of strength do I have now?”
Time Supreme spoke slowly. “Quasi-Supreme.”
Xu Lian was stunned.
What?
He already had the power of a Quasi-Supreme?
The Time Supreme continued, “If we factor in your indestructible divine body and soul, there should be no one below the Supreme Realm who can match you.”
“…” Xu Lian’s mind was still reeling. “Am I really that strong?”
The Time Supreme said, “Do not underestimate yourself. You truly possess the strength of a Quasi-Supreme.”
Xu Lian suddenly wanted to fight a real Quasi-Supreme… First, he’d suppress their rank by one level, reducing them from Quasi-Supreme to Stage 8 of the Sage Realm. Then he’d unleash his divine power, using the secret immortal techniques of the Sacred Spirit Record to bombard them relentlessly. That would be his combo.
Xu Lian couldn’t help but laugh, finally realizing just how formidable his strength had become!
And so…
He grew a little cocky and asked a question he probably shouldn’t have. “How big is the gap between you and me?”
Time Supreme’s beautiful eyes looked at him calmly. “You want to know?”
Without hesitation, Xu Lian replied, “Yes.”
The Time Supreme acted. Xu Lian faced her attack – an experience he would never forget for the rest of his life.
The scene on the thirty-third stage changed instantly.
Green Bamboo Town, the old street, the humble earthen house.
Xu Lian lay flat on a worn-out wooden bed, covered with a patched-up quilt… his entire body ached, and he felt utterly powerless.
The Time Supreme stood silently beside the bed. “What do you think? How big is the gap?”
“…” Xu Lian stared up at her breathtakingly beautiful face, feeling the terror of being dominated by the Time Law.
Obviously, this was an aspect of the Time Law: Time Reversal, or perhaps Temporal Regression!
“O, you’re invincible… No matter who your enemy is, you can simply reverse time to when they were just born, or even before they were conceived, and eliminate them effortlessly.”
Xu Lian was extremely jealous. Look at her Time Law – then look at his Divine Kingdom Law. Why was the difference so great?
The Time Supreme waved her hand, resetting the time. The scene instantly shifted back, returning them to the thirty-third stage of the Heavenly Mystic Sacred Land. The Time Supreme was still meditating amidst the chaotic mist, and Xu Lian was back in his original position as if nothing had happened.
The Time Supreme spoke. “The Law of Time is not as simple as you think. Like your Divine Kingdom Law, it also has its limitations.
For example, if I were to go back in time to when a Supreme had just been born, I’d still be sealed in a painting at that time. Then how could I possibly kill them?
Besides, time reversal isn’t infinite. With my current cultivation, I can only turn back time for a thousand years at the most. It’s impossible to go back to the time when a Supreme was born, or even before he became a Supreme. After all, which Supreme hasn’t cultivated for over ten thousand years?”
Xu Lian thought about it and realized that she was right. No law was omnipotent or invincible. Otherwise, those supreme beings who tried to raise entire nations or races to immortality wouldn’t have been struck down by heavenly punishment.
“But why does your Time Law feel so much stronger than my Divine Kingdom Law?” Xu Lian asked.
The Time Supreme replied, “Cultivation is the foundation of everything. My cultivation is higher than yours, so naturally my mastery of the laws is better. The laws and the self reinforce each other.
In truth, the laws themselves aren’t inherently stronger or weaker-it’s just that some of them are better for fighting, and some of them are for other purposes.
Take your Divine Kingdom Law, for example. If your cultivation were sufficient, you could elevate someone who’s only one step away from becoming a True Immortal by one rank, transforming them into a True Immortal instantly.
Even someone who has mastered the Law of Time and is one step away from becoming a True Immortal wouldn’t stand a chance against an actual True Immortal.
Do you still think that the Divine Kingdom Law is weak?”
Xu Lian understood. A stool is meant for sitting, and a bed is meant for lying down-each has its own unique characteristics and uses.