Chapter 1375

Silence.

Deathly silence.

The air seemed frozen over the black square, even breathing sounds becoming clearly audible.

Passed?

Lord Mo Sang just said how difficult the ninth level was, yet Xu Jingming has already passed it?

Whoa—

At that moment, the vortex at the center of the black square twisted violently.

A tall figure appeared out of thin air.

Dark golden Lei Guang slowly dissipated around him, revealing Xu Jingming's sharply defined face.

A few strands of electric arcs still danced in his black short hair, a hint of fatigue in his cold brows.

Yet they could not hide the sharp light in his eyes.

Instantly, dozens upon hundreds of gazes shot toward him like arrows.

Shock, envy, horror...

All emotions, different.

"Congratulations, Xu Jingming."

Mo Sang smiled as he turned his gaze toward him: "The last person to pass the Star Abyss Death Realm was tens of thousands of years ago."

"Lord Mo Sang, you flatter me."

Xu Jingming's expression was humble.

His black-and-white eyes were as calm as still water, as if the miracle he had just created had nothing to do with him.

"Let's go."

Mo Sang turned, his six-meter-tall frame casting a long shadow:

"I can probably offer you some help with what you plan to do next."

Under the gaze of the crowd, Xu Jingming followed Mo Sang into a suddenly appearing blue light gate.

Only after their figures vanished did the square erupt into a deafening clamor.

"He really passed? That was a 'Moon Goddess'-level bloodline opponent!"

"He doesn't speak, but when he does, he shocks the world—laying low for so long, and now he's made a huge splash!"

"Frost Crown Dominator! It seems Xu Jingming can now take a Supreme Dominator as his master."

"..."

The crowd was filled with envy.

Yet they knew, if they tried to replicate Xu Jingming's path, it would be utterly impossible.

Among the crowd, Luo Yi turned and walked away in silence, his black long sword swaying gently behind him.

His silhouette stood taller than ever, yet carried a sense of finality—as if he had made a decision.

"That Xu Jingming!"

Yue Ying clenched her red lips tightly between her teeth.

She had thought she had already surpassed Xu Jingming in cultivation progress.

Yet she never expected he had silently mastered the Destruction Dao!

"I'll see just how difficult this Star Abyss Death Realm really is!"

With her long, rounded legs, Yue Ying strode toward the vortex of the Star Abyss Death Realm.

Lilyis had wanted to warn her—she was only Star Stage One; entering the Star Stage Star Abyss Death Realm would only bring suffering.

But seeing Yue Ying's defiant expression, she wisely chose to stay silent.

"Tsk tsk tsk..."

Rod shook his head, his fiery red hair bouncing with his movements:

"This Xu Jingming kid, lying low for over three months, was just holding back a big move!"

"No wonder he wasn't in a rush about finding a master..."

In the Virtual Universe, Tianfeng Mountain, inside a hall built of blue crystals.

Mo Sang and Xu Jingming appeared one after the other.

"Make yourself at home."

After seating Xu Jingming, Mo Sang smiled and spoke:

"After passing the Star Abyss Death Realm, you're probably planning to take Frost Crown Dominator as your master, right?"

"Yes." Xu Jingming nodded, without concealment.

"As expected."

Mo Sang was not surprised: "Frost Crown Dominator is indeed the strongest of our Star Dome Academy's five Supreme Dominators."

"But I must warn you—passing the Star Abyss Death Realm is merely an entry requirement."

"Frost Crown Dominator... is different from other Supreme Dominators."

"The information I gathered said passing the Star Abyss Death Realm is enough to become a disciple."

Xu Jingming frowned slightly.

"Yes and no."

Mo Sang smiled. "Do you know why Frost Crown set this condition?"

"To screen for worthy prodigies?" Xu Jingming guessed.

"That's only one part."

Mo Sang shook his head, "More importantly... Frost Crown Dominator has no intention of taking disciples."

She set this nearly impossible hard requirement precisely to avoid endless disturbances."

As he spoke, he sighed again:

"Among the five Supreme Dominators of Star穹 Academy, Frost Crown Dominator was the latest to ascend, yet she is the strongest of them all."

Her aspirations lie beyond the realm of Dominator; naturally, she cares little for taking disciples."

Even if you truly find her, you'll likely be only a nominal disciple."

To become her true disciple, there may be another trial awaiting you."

You must think this through clearly."

"Oh?"

Xu Jingming raised his sword-like brows, "Doesn't this Frost Crown Dominator my lord have any disciples at all?"

"Of course she does."

Mo Sang smiled, "Her disciples are extremely few, but each one is better than the last."

"Then there's no problem—I'm willing to try."

Only then did Xu Jingming relax.

Since leaving Blue Star, he had never counted how many teachers he had served under.

Yet none had ever expressed dissatisfaction with his performance.

He believed this Frost Crown Dominator would be the same.

"Hah, good. I'll relay your message to Frost Crown Dominator."

"Prepare yourself—she'll likely summon you very soon."

Mo Sang laughed heartily.

"Thank you, Mo Sang my lord!"

Xu Jingming bowed respectfully in thanks, his form gradually fading from the virtual universe.

All that remained now was to wait...

Mo Sang acted quickly.

Just over an hour later, Xu Jingming received word to proceed to Tianfeng Mountain to meet Frost Crown Dominator.

"Finally, I'm going to meet a Supreme Dominator," Xu Jingming breathed deeply.

Supreme Dominator—the highest known combat power in the universe he currently knew.

Facing such a being, even he felt a flicker of unease.

"Regardless, I've already cleared the Star Abyss Death Realm. I'll face this with calmness."

After steadying his spirit, he immediately set out.

Dark golden Lei Guang encircled his body, transforming into a brilliant streak of light as he departed Yongzhou Archipelago, heading straight for Tianfeng Mountain.

Tianfeng Mountain lay roughly thirty thousand kilometers beyond Yongzhou Archipelago.

Clouds and mist swirled around the mountain, palaces flickering in and out, radiating an aura of transcendence beyond the mundane.

As Xu Jingming arrived at the mountain's base, before even stepping onto the path, a clear, melodious voice sounded beside his ear:

"You are Xu Jingming?"

He turned to see a tall woman standing atop a rocky outcrop.

Her long black hair cascaded like a waterfall, swaying gently in the wind.

Her skin was snow-white, her features cold and refined.

Beneath her delicate nose, her crimson lips were pressed lightly, exuding an air of distant aloofness.

Most striking was the full, rounded curve of her chest.

The prominent swell beneath her form-fitting black battle attire was undeniably proud and commanding.

On her back hung a long black sword, its scabbard ancient and plain, faintly shimmering with cold light.

Standing there, she resembled a drawn blade—sharpness contained, yet no one dared underestimate her.

Yet what startled Xu Jingming most was not her cold beauty, nor her commanding figure.

It was her aura!

The aura radiating from this woman was vast as an abyss, unfathomably deep!

"This aura... is similar to that of the Noah Sovereign?!"

His heart jolted—he instantly recognized the power before him.

This was an Immortal Peak powerhouse!

Xu Jingming did not dare delay; he bowed slightly. "Yes, I am Xu Jingming."

The woman gave a slight nod.

Her cold gaze lingered briefly on him, as if assessing him.

After a moment, she opened her lips, her voice like icy spring water:

"Follow me. The Master is already waiting for you."

"Master?"

Xu Jingming's heart tightened—"Could this woman be one of Frost Crown Dominator's disciples?"