Chapter 1009: Chapter 546: Cosmic Destruction? Apocalypse Sect! (2)

Luo Venerable, with a face full of intrigue, spoke softly, much like an elder in the family, curious when seeing an outstanding opposite gender by their junior’s side.

"I heard she wants to form an alliance through marriage with you."

"This Bei Jue is not simple. She hails from the Taichu Heavenly Snake tribe, possessing pure bloodline, a true supreme genius, innately extraordinary, intimately connected with many laws."

"Of course, no matter how strong she is, she is no match for you. You happen to be without a partner; I think Bei Jue suits you well."

Luo Venerable laughed, seemingly enjoying the spectacle.

Should Bei Jue truly have such intentions, this marriage alliance would greatly benefit the Jiuyu Commerce Alliance.

Jiang Shu felt a bit helpless.

"Who was it that told you this again?"

"Indeed, Bei Jue is quite beautiful, but I’m currently focused on my cultivation, uninterested in romantic entanglements. Besides, there’s no emotional foundation between us; it’s too soon."

Jiang Shu shook his head.

"That’s fair. Given your talent, you should seek out an even stronger human genius. If you’re open to it, I do hold some influence in the Inner Circle and could introduce you."

Luo Venerable rarely saw Jiang Shu in this manner.

Jiang Shu waved his hand repeatedly.

"Let’s talk about it later."

Seeing Jiang Shu’s lack of interest in such matters, Luo Venerable switched topics, asking, "How about the Eighth Floor?"

Jiang Shu shook his head, saying, "Both sides suffered, but I’m still not a match for him. I fled in disgrace with broken bones all over."

Upon hearing of Jiang Shu’s failed attempt at the challenge, Luo Venerable, rather than being disappointed, grinned and said, "Just being able to injure it is already beyond many supreme geniuses. Even the ancient monsters revived in the Business Association pale in comparison to you."

"Recently, many young talents have gathered around the Eternal Tower. You can go through the Trading Building to visit some nearby bases and communicate with them. You might gain some insights."

"Many people are arrogant and impulsive, and clashes are inevitable among the youthful and vigorous. As long as you don’t kill them, I’ll take care of the rest for you. Just go forth boldly and do it."

Luo Venerable’s voice was clear, yet carried immense confidence.

The Jiuyu Commerce Alliance has prepared for a long time to enter the Inner Circle.

Although they have not yet entered, their power is already formidable compared to some of the ordinary forces in the Inner Circle.

With them backing Jiang Shu,

there would naturally be no Forget Realm or Eleventh Realm Venerable bullying the weak.

Jiang Shu nodded, understanding Luo Venerable’s implications.

In truth, he knew that even though he could traverse the Two Realms with his own abilities, entering the Inner Circle without the help of the Jiuyu Commerce Alliance would require an unknown amount of time and effort.

He might still be scrambling around the Chaotic Demon Sea.

Or perhaps he wouldn’t even dare venture into the Chaotic Demon Sea, with his power at best only at the Vientiane Realm Early Stage.

He pondered for a moment and said, "Today, as I was walking, I sensed many auras secretly watching. But they were all insignificant. If there was truly an unbeatable force, they would naturally confront me."

Though his words were calm, the battle intent within them greatly pleased Luo Venerable.

"I have the utmost faith in you."

Jiang Shu was unlike the younger generation, who mostly needed to be left alone to thrive and grow, which was quite reassuring.

"I’ve reported Bei Ye’s injury to the Business Association. You just need to focus on your own tasks; a specialist will handle this matter," Luo Venerable instructed before departing.

Previously, Jiang Shu had quite a reputation around the Eternal Tower. Recently, thanks to certain parties stirring up interest, he found himself in the spotlight, drawing attention from all directions—some admiring, some scrutinizing, and many provoking.

Jiang Shu acted as if he saw nothing, walking into the Trading Building as waves of spatial energy enveloped him.

In a secret chamber stood a figure clad entirely in a black robe.

The figure had its head bowed, the robe seemingly shielding it from all soul detection.

"Apocalypse Sect?"

Jiang Shu got straight to the point, asking directly.

The black-robed figure’s voice was hoarse, revealing neither gender nor age.

"Yes, the moment I saw you, I knew many underestimated you. Your perception of laws is too strong. How long have you been at the Eternal Tower to have reached such a realm?"

The admiration for Jiang Shu was clear in his words.

Jiang Shu waved his hand, uninterested in hearing praise from a stranger. "Speak of the matter."

He hadn’t expected that right after parting with Luo Venerable and planning to return to the Eternal Tower for cultivation, a voice would suddenly resonate in his mind, inviting him into the Trading Building.

With the Law Origin of Soul at his command, Jiang Shu’s soul defenses were unbreakable among those of the same realm.

Yet this person managed to convey a message to him without him noticing, showcasing a profound mastery over the Soul Law.

Without any hesitation, Jiang Shu stepped in. In this base, even the hand of the Apocalypse Sect wouldn’t dare create trouble.

Otherwise, they wouldn’t have resorted to minor tricks from the start.

Moreover, his ability to shuttle through the Two Realms meant he could always retreat to the Chaotic Demon Sea in the face of danger.

The black-robed figure didn’t speak directly.

His black robe was a formidable magical treasure capable of resisting all kinds of detection—even Jiang Shu couldn’t discern his true face.

"I suppose you’ve learned a bit about our Apocalypse Sect from the ancient monster of the Piaomiao Star Alliance and the Venerable of Jiuyu Commerce Alliance."

"Jiang Shu, I’ve read about your life. Although you’ve joined the Jiuyu Commerce Alliance, it isn’t a major force in the Inner Circle. Getting you into the Chaotic Sky Sea wouldn’t be easy for them."

"Join us at the Apocalypse Sect, and you’ll see a brand new world."

"Of course, joining our Apocalypse Sect doesn’t mean leaving the Jiuyu Commerce Alliance. On the contrary, many young talents in major forces in the Inner Circle have our Apocalypse Sect’s influence behind them. The universe will eventually be destroyed. Even the Star Ruins Realm originally developed from a Doomsday Cosmic—have you ever considered that it, too, will one day return to a Doomsday state?"

"By that time, even the strong of the Forget Realm will fall in this world."

The black-robed figure’s voice carried supreme temptation, Soul Law rippling around like webs, attempting to persuade Jiang Shu.

However, Jiang Shu was too clear-minded.

From humble Xuanxing to the Star Ruins Realm,

Jiang Shu always maintained his freedom.

Even with the Jiuyu Commerce Alliance, he only decided on cooperation after a period of contact.

There was no need for him to join a larger force like the Apocalypse Sect.

Engagement was merely to better understand the upcoming era of great strife.

Laying down strategies in advance.

"You might think our Apocalypse Sect casually recruits members, but you’d be wrong. Do you believe Bei Jue’s talent is inferior to yours? Why only invite you and not her?"

"The Jiuyu Commerce Alliance lacks depth, ultimately having only Eleventh Realm Venerables. They have not reached the Manifested Saint Realm nor comprehended the Time Law; how could they foresee the distant future?"

"They cannot, but our Apocalypse Sect can."

Even at such a close distance, Jiang Shu still couldn’t make out his features.

The black-robed figure’s voice grew louder, eyes gradually ablaze with passion.

"The Sect Hierarch has long foreseen the fate of some young talents through certain means, Jiang Shu. Your future is among them."

"Join our Apocalypse Sect, and you will truly master your destiny!"

The black-robed figure even stepped forward, merely ten steps away from Jiang Shu.

In his mind, having stated it so clearly, no young talent would refuse.

Who wouldn’t want to glimpse the future?

Who wouldn’t want greater fortune from a corner of the future?

Yet, he underestimated Jiang Shu.

Underestimated Jiang Shu’s self-confidence.

Joining the Apocalypse Sect for the prophecy of a so-called corner of the future?

Jiang Shu didn’t believe joining the Apocalypse Sect came without a price!