Chapter 1194

In the Virtual Universe, outside the Abyss Arena.

Xu Jingming's figure suddenly appeared, his eyes still holding traces of shock.

He was instantly killed!

Since his transmigration, he had defeated countless opponents.

He had always been the one to instantly kill others—this was the first time he had been instantly killed himself.

"His level is the same as mine: Starlight Rank Four.

His Destruction Domain is at the fifth level; his Wind Domain is one level higher than my Lightning Domain, at the twelfth level.

His Manifestation rank is the same as mine, likely also at the entry stage of T7 Premium Grade.

But even if his Wind Domain is just one level higher than mine, even if he could beat me, he shouldn't have been able to instantly kill me."

Xu Jingming couldn't understand it.

That sword strike was too fast.

It severed his protective Doushen Shenlei outright, even his formidable physique granted by the Purple Thunder Rune Body could not block it.

He was the strongest opponent Xu Jingming had ever faced at the same rank!

"Don't lose heart, S-Class. Wan Kun probably has Master-tier strength; being instantly killed by him is normal.

Besides, his bloodline is unusual—most people can't match it."

The little sprite on his shoulder, Eva, spoke to comfort him.

"Unusual bloodline?" Xu Jingming raised an eyebrow.

"Exactly—just like that Ghoul Clan's Remon."

Eva explained, "Wan Kun likely possesses the Celestial Sky Bloodline; when using Wind Laws, his power multiplies.

You couldn't block his sword strike because his Wind Domain is far stronger than an ordinary person's Wind Domain."

"Can it really work like that?"

Xu Jingming's eyes widened. "So people without special bloodlines are inherently weaker against those with them?"

"Exactly."

Eva nodded, as if stating the obvious. "Take that Ghoul Clan's Remon, for instance.

The form he manifested during the Beast Trial Zone—over five hundred meters tall—was his Ghoul Clan's bloodline power.

While activated, it grants a power boost similar to a Manifestation.

This kind of bloodline power doesn't exist in ordinary people."

"This..." Xu Jingming was stunned.

This is cheating!

He didn't have any special bloodline.

If he ever faces another same-rank opponent with a special bloodline, will he just keep losing forever?

"Calm down. The universe is vast and full of wonders.

Some races are born able to spawn avatars—effectively gaining multiple lives.

Some races are favorites of space itself; even without comprehending Space Law, they can freely wield spatial power.

Some extraordinary lifeforms are born as Sovereign-tier experts.

We're just ordinary human bloodline—can't compare to these special beings."

Eva shook her head on his shoulder.

"You're pretty good at comforting people," Xu Jingming said dryly.

With Eva's words, he felt even greater the gap between himself and those beings.

"I'm just stating reality."

Eva shrugged helplessly. "But even across the entire universe, beings with special bloodlines are incredibly rare.

If you hadn't kept winning, the Abyss Arena wouldn't have assigned you such an opponent.

Don't worry—you won't encounter another one after this."

"Is there any way to obtain such a special bloodline?"

Xu Jingming still felt unwilling to give up.

Being born inherently superior—he was envious!

"There is a way, but it's extremely difficult.

The simplest method is to continuously breed with someone who has a special bloodline.

Among the offspring, there's an extremely low chance a bloodline revival will appear.

For example, if Remon of the Ghoul Clan exhausts his potential,

the Noah Empire would likely grant him a life planet specifically for breeding descendants.

Of course, this method is impossible for you.

Another method is to obtain bloodline power through special secret arts.

But such secret arts are exceedingly rare—even advanced civilization cosmic states don't possess them.

How much less so the Noah Empire, an elementary civilization cosmic state?

They probably exist only within the Eternal Star Alliance, one of humanity's top factions."

Eva explained.

"I see," Xu Jingming exhaled softly.

According to Eva's words, he had no chance of obtaining a special bloodline right now.

But with the Deep Blue System, what did it matter if he lacked a special bloodline?

As long as he had enough source points, he could still crush those people with ordinary bloodlines!

"Worthy of being S-rank, he's already recovered his fighting spirit."

Eva's eyes lit up, her beautiful pupils shimmering with wonder.

You have to know,

when she herself was first defeated by someone with a special bloodline, her slump lasted far longer than Xu Jingming's.

"Oh, there's a meeting invitation from Ye Lan, the teleport location is her residence. Shall we go?"

Eva, who had suddenly received a message notification, spoke up.

"Let's go." Xu Jingming nodded slightly.

It was just that he was already sick of the Abyss Arena; he'd take a break for a while first.

Virtual Universe, Noah Sanctuary A-656 residential district.

Xu Jingming was teleported into an exquisite courtyard.

Green trees cast shade all around, the fragrance of flowers filling the air.

"Xu Jingming, you're here."

A cool, clear voice came from behind him; Xu Jingming turned to look.

He saw Ye Lan's slender figure walking over slowly.

She wore a pale cyan long dress, the hem swaying gently with her steps.

It set off her snow-white skin and her cool, noble temperament.

Her purple hair cascaded like a waterfall down to her slim waist, the tips gleaming faintly in the sunlight.

A pair of purple eyes, clear and deep, like a pair of purple gemstones.

Clearly the appearance of a cold, regal older-sister type.

But for some reason, Xu Jingming sensed from Ye Lan a kind of alluring temperament he had never felt before.

"Senior, you wanted to see me?"

A flicker of doubt crossed his mind; Xu Jingming smiled and said.

"It's about the betting match — thank you."

Ye Lan nodded slightly, her red lips parting as she spoke.

"Betting match?"

Xu Jingming was stunned for a moment, then caught on. "You mean the betting match those people set up?"

The moment he learned of the betting match, he had bet on his own victory.

Too bad the cap was only 5 million credits per bet, otherwise he could have earned even more.

"Mm, thanks to you, I put in 5 million credits.

At 1-to-10 odds, I got back 55 million credits."

The corner of Ye Lan's red lips curved up slightly, revealing a rare smile:

"Besides, I have a private wager with the Ninth Prince.

You won, so he also paid me 100 million credits.

All in all, I earned 150 million credits through you.

Once we're back at the Sanctuary, find a time and I'll treat you to a meal."

For powerhouses of their Star rank, they no longer needed to eat to replenish energy.

It was more about satisfying the appetite, and some social-type activities.

Like right now, her inviting Xu Jingming.

"Since it's an invitation from Senior, I'm naturally happy to keep you company."

Xu Jingming smiled and nodded, then slightly furrowed his brow: "The Ninth Prince already gave you the 100 million credits?"

"Yes? Why?" Ye Lan asked, puzzled.

"My 200 million credits — he hasn't given them to me yet."

Xu Jingming's expression darkened.

This damned Ninth Prince — playing favorites, is he?