Chapter 602: A Different Kind of Ao Power

There are many reasons for the refusal: Earth currently needs to keep a low profile and needs peace; a fleet might make other civilizations feel we are hostile. Limited by the Submarine Treaty, Kepler cannot yet possess a fleet, and the Solar System still has many unresolved problems...

Is this even human language?

In short, Kepler must solve its own problems, but it cannot create incidents. If they have the ability to solve them, they will be supported, but they absolutely must not lead the flames of war into the Solar System. Standing on the high ground of the great cause of human survival, any reason can be given. This has been the rhythm of the Solar System Council for some time now, and it is rampant.

Gasimi finally sat up with a thud and scratched his head, "Ring Chief, am I that weak?"

Li Hao smiled, "How could that be? Your natural talent is something we dream of having. It's just that your combat style is too primitive. In fact, you can design a combat style that is more suitable for yourself based on your own conditions."

Gaia, Kuta, and Gasimi all stared at each other with wide eyes. Currently, the mainstream advanced combat style in the Star River Alliance is the use of Universe Power. Celestial combat techniques account for 50%, Sea People account for 30%, the Ghost Race accounts for 10%, and other races contribute 10% together. The combat style is already fixed. Innovation?

A master?

"Can I learn it?" Gasimi asked after hesitating for a moment, "I'll pay any price!"

The Insectoids yearn to integrate into the Star River. Their lives are not good; they live in barren worlds, and the reproduction of Zerg units is restricted. Under public opinion, Insectoids are always symbols of danger in the films and television of various civilizations. They have been suppressed all along, and Insectoid Warriors are equally eager to prove themselves. The fall of the Strong Colonization Empire has already been very severe.

In the Star River Alliance, mysteries involving power are the most expensive and precious, requiring a sufficient price to be paid for exchange. Regardless of the race, after being defeated by Li Hao with physical strength, Gasimi's feelings were far more shocking than those of Gaia and Kuta.

"You can, I'll teach you." Li Hao smiled, "No price needed, as long as you have patience."

Gasimi's small eyes froze, the antennae on his forehead kept twitching, his eyes were a bit red, and he even found it hard to believe.

Kuta and Gaia looked at each other, "Ahem, Ring Chief, you might not understand the customs. Imparting power is a big deal in the Star River Alliance; the recipient needs to pay a price."

Li Hao shrugged, "Aren't we brothers? It's a small matter."

Kuta patted Gasimi's... butt, "Dami, you are so lucky. Li Ge must have a unique method of power. With your physical conditions and such a power usage method, I'll be the one in trouble. I've been upgrading too slowly and got caught by Aoliweina and scolded for three hours; my brain is about to explode."

Kuta avoids going on missions with Aoliweina and fights in the Anthem Center instead. He has many victories and is very fast, but Aoliweina is definitely not satisfied. Kuta of Palani must aim for Sergeant Major this year, and at a very high level; he is not allowed to slack off.

The reason Aoliweina held the banquet was to give a heads-up, and the conditions were all negotiated, but Kuta actually didn't go. How could that work?

"Ao Power, right? I've learned a bit of the basics recently, and I think it's quite interesting. Kuta, shall we spar?" Li Hao said.

Upon hearing this, Kuta waved his hands quickly, "Don't, I'm not as resilient as Gasimi. I feel like I could be beaten to death by you in one punch, and even Sea Martial Arts wouldn't be able to block it."

Sea People Armor is an imitation of Celestial Armament, but because the way of using Universe Power is different, the Sea People have also developed their own system over a long period of time. Kuta naturally possesses an Imperial Artifact. Born with a silver spoon in his mouth, Kuta lacks nothing, except for the oppression from Aoliweina. In fact, Li Hao really understands; if there wasn't someone to manage him, Kuta would really just lie flat.

"We'll just use Ao Power. After learning it, I've always wanted to test the effectiveness. I just feel that Ao Power is only suitable for auxiliary attacks, and the power isn't quite enough," Li Hao said.

"Haha, you should have said so earlier! Then I'll give you some pointers. The lethality of Ao Power is very fierce; it's just that you don't understand it. Let's agree first: even if you get anxious, you can't actually fight!" Kuta seriously set the combat rules. He was truly afraid; that Ghost movement technique, plus the power of that one punch—hitting the body felt like one would go directly to see the Sea God.

Li Hao nodded. The basic course on Universe Power tactics focused on basic Celestial combat techniques and basic Sea People combat techniques. As for the Ghost Race and others, they were not very universal. As for Celestial combat techniques and Sea People Ao Power, Li Hao found them... too easy to master.

Humans have been using it instinctively after entering the Flowing Heart Martial Arts in the Golden Zone, but it is limited by physical conditions, the power is relatively weak, and it is not very systematic, nor have they given it any nice names. In fact, it is just the combination of Universe Power and some characteristic natural attributes of the universe to form a mature set of offensive methods. Li Hao also felt that the Ghost Race's methods were nothing, because he had played enough with the soul characteristics of the Ghost Race a long time ago. After all, he was someone who performed Soul Tunneling at every turn, and his training of the soul had already surpassed that of ordinary life.

From the very beginning, Bleem's training method was not from Earth; looking at the entire Star River Alliance, it was unheard of. Therefore, Li Hao was very interested in Ning Long's questions, but Ning Long only touched upon the edges. Although they felt good about each other, it was not appropriate to discuss deep matters when the acquaintance was shallow. He still needed to understand further; the Star-Casting Dragon Race must have more inside information.

"You all move aside, further away. Ring Chief, don't say I'm bullying you. I have to use an Imperial Artifact to exert its true power, otherwise it won't have much effect," Kuta said with a cheeky smile, "Of course you can use one too, but it's agreed that you can't beat me up."

Last time, Kuta did not use an Imperial Artifact, just ordinary Sea Martial Arts.

"I won't use Celestial Armament, it's fine. My body is as sturdy as Gasimi's," Li Hao said, letting Kuta rest assured. As a genius of the Sea Race, is it really okay to be this afraid of death?

Kuta nodded. He extended his Star Swift on his left hand, and a one-meter-square operation window appeared. With a drop-down menu and rows of Sea People Armor menu bars, Kuta thought seriously. For different races, the Sea People have a set of exclusive methods. Kuta basically has everything here. Besides Sea People Armor, there is also Celestial Armament, masterpieces from the top craftsmen of the three great Celestial Empires. According to function classification, defensive, offensive, and under the specific classification, there are drop-down menus. Attacks can even be subdivided into large-scale indiscriminate attacks...

The three small fry of 207 were given another lesson by Kuta, their mouths almost drooling. Kuta thought for a while and felt this wouldn't do, so he opened the purple Imperial Artifact column and took out a bright purple Ao Power scepter burning with intense Universe Power. This is fundamentally different from Celestial Armament; the Imperial Artifact itself possesses soul power, while Celestial Armament is still a tool.

Gaia and Gasimi subconsciously swallowed their saliva. It turned out that they had a misunderstanding about "wealthy" all along.

Not to mention Gaia and Gasimi, even Li Hao, who only had a superficial understanding of Imperial Artifacts, knew that the thing in front of him was a good item. The Imperial Artifact itself overflowed with a power like life. Huh... it's the same as the one he picked up.

Holding the Imperial Artifact scepter, Kuta's confidence rose. He input a little Universe Power, and in an instant, purple liquid enveloped Kuta's entire body. Almost in the blink of an eye, the Imperial Artifact crushed Celestial Armament in every aspect. In fact, except for some similarities, they were completely two different levels of existence in essence.

Although Kuta, wearing the Imperial Artifact, was small in stature, his momentum became very grand. Under the purple armor, there was actually a majestic aura.

"I'm convinced. This is the Sea God's Time Gift, a legendary top-tier Imperial Artifact. It's worthy of being the heir of the golden ones." Gaia's drool was already coming down. Imperial Artifacts are also divided into many types, and Kuta's is one that even those who possess Imperial Artifacts would envy—a super-growth Imperial Artifact. Ordinary Imperial Artifacts look for a compatible person and are very picky, while Time Gift can grow with the main body, change its own soul frequency, and gradually become compatible with the user, becoming a fully accompanying Imperial Artifact.

Let's put it this way: among the top ten Imperial Artifacts, there must be a place for Time Gift. Although the power is not that strong at the beginning, as Kuta grows, Kuta will become that pivotal powerhouse. Unless he is too trash to be helped—no, even if he is trash, he will become the golden trash that is number one in the universe.

Kuta, wearing the Imperial Artifact, suddenly felt his confidence swell. The shock from just now was gradually fading, and he felt he could do it again, "Li Hao, I'm starting! You are only allowed to use Ao Power!"

With a wave of the Ao Power scepter, hundreds of blue Ao Power bubbles appeared easily. Gaia and Gasimi were dumbfounded. They knew Imperial Artifacts were strong, but this was too exaggerated. Universe Power manipulation increased tenfold?

This level of Ao Power was clearly beyond Kuta's "normal level." It is very easy to suffer a backlash when Ao Power exceeds the load, but the current Kuta was relaxed and at ease.

As Kuta waved, all the bubbles bombarded Li Hao instantly. Fearing that Li Hao would run away, they formed an arc to surround him. Ao Power also finds fast Celestials annoying; these old foxes love to sneak attack.

Li Hao did not dodge and let the blue bubbles hit him to his heart's content. Boom, boom, boom...

Accompanied by an earth-shattering explosion, all the bubbles hit their target. Kuta was so shocked his jaw almost dropped. He didn't dodge???

He didn't intend to blow Li Hao to death; with Li Hao's speed, he could have dodged most of them.

Whoosh~~~

A wave of air swept out. Li Hao, supporting a golden Universe Force Shield, walked out from the vigorous Universe Flame and smiled, "Kuta, don't worry. I've been studying Ao Power for a while recently and have some immature understandings. Feel free to unleash your power and bring out something powerful."

Kuta's big eyes twitched. He looked at the Imperial Artifact in his hand. Damn, he was excited. He actually ignored his attack; he's really fierce!

Li Hao was right about one thing: in teams executing missions, Sea People always hide in the back and unleash big moves.

But the golden big shot Kuta still had his self-esteem. He was not an ordinary Ao Power user. The Imperial Artifact in his hand danced, blue Universe Flame rolled up, and his big eyes had completely turned into purple flames.

Hum hum hum...

One energy ball after another floated beside Kuta. The energy inside the balls rotated and continuously condensed power. Anyway, since Li Hao didn't take the initiative to attack him, Kuta was just right to prepare with all his might. His power condensation was mainly slow, but the power was not bad at all.

Swish swish swish...

An energy ball bombarded Li Hao. Li Hao still had no intention of dodging. Gaia and Gasimi also widened their eyes. These things were no different from energy bombs. Even if one were wearing Celestial Armament, being hit by one would be fatal. Li Hao wanted to take it head-on?

Seeing that all the energy balls were about to hit Li Hao, Gaia and Gasimi immediately hid far away. Gasimi even stood in front of Gaia; after all, he was more resistant to beatings. Sea Race Ao Power looks flashy and beautiful, but it's not that comfortable to be hit by it.

Just at this moment, Li Hao pushed his hands out, and a golden energy barrier appeared in front of him. One after another, the water balls all bombarded the water-wave barrier, and then pfft pfft... pop pop pop...

One energy ball after another exploded in the barrier like stink bombs. Kuta's eyeballs almost fell out. Can this be tolerated? Using Ao Power in front of a Sea Person? And so crude and without technique?

Blue soul flames burned fiercely, and Kuta's competitive spirit was also aroused, especially in a situation where he wouldn't get hurt. Kuta was completely hyped up. At this moment, he even wanted to have a drink, but unfortunately, the new stock hadn't arrived yet.

"You have to be able to catch this one to count as having skill!"

The Ao Power scepter pointed to the sky, and a blue energy vortex with a diameter of two meters was forming, spinning crazily. The color deepened bit by bit. The high-intensity energy gathering made the entire space feel the pressure.

Li Hao still had no intention of using Celestial Armament. It wasn't that he was showing off; it was mainly because, with this level of attack, he might be fine, but the Celestial Armament might explode, which would be miserable. He was even more afraid of being crushed by his own power if he wasn't careful—who would he go to to reason with?

In the Star River Alliance, true damage mainly refers to the soul. For the main races, there is a complete treatment system for physical injuries. As long as you don't lack money and have enough authority, the rest is just a matter of time. It is relatively consistent that these treatments can only be enjoyed by a small number of people, but damage to the soul is the most difficult to heal, and the destruction of the soul is the true meaning of annihilation. The main damage of Ao Power is aimed at the soul.

Facing such a crude, purely strength-based strike, Li Hao was also left between laughter and tears; he wanted to see technique, or to gain a deep understanding of the Sea People's unique grasp of Arcane Arts, not the stuff from basic lessons. He had always felt that true mastery could never be spoken of openly.

"Li Hao, watch out, it's the Golden Kuta's Deep Water Spiral Bomb!"

Hum~~~~

The super deep water bomb, brewed for a long time, finally took shape. The moment it activated, the space even trembled along with it. With a *whoosh*, it blasted toward Li Hao. Aside from the start-up being a bit slow, it was indeed extremely swift once fired.

Li Hao really didn't know what to say. He took a deep breath, looked at the incoming deep water bomb, and suddenly opened his mouth: "Hah~~~"

Boom~~Wave~~~~

Accompanied by an astonishing energy shockwave, the deep water bomb exploded less than two meters away from Li Hao, directly blasted apart by Li Hao's roar. The sky was filled with scattered Universe Flame.

Kuta and Gasimi, who were watching the battle, nearly had their jaws drop off. Meanwhile, the Arcane Scepter in Kuta's hand in the air slipped and fell straight toward the ground. Fortunately, his reaction was fast enough; he pulled with his small hand and sucked it right back. Holy crap!

Holy crap, what is this!???

Li Hao looked at the little Kuta in the air. It seemed that without using some means, the other party wouldn't be able to enter the state. He understood.

Li Hao stretched out both hands, "Hum~~~~~"

Instantly, hundreds of golden Universe Power orbs appeared behind Li Hao, and then he waved his right hand, *zeng zeng zeng zeng*…………

Kuta in the distance had his eyes turn green. Holy crap, holy crap, this isn't playing by the rules of martial virtue! What the hell is this, wholesale??

He waved the Arcane Scepter in his hand, and a deep blue circular energy shield wrapped him up tightly. The next second, *rumble rumble rumble*……

A barrage of bombing ensued. From within the energy shield came a roar, and a huge Universe Power water dragon spiraled out, sweeping away all the surrounding attacks and protecting Kuta.

Arcane Art—Sea Dragon Roll.

The ten-plus-meter giant Ao Dragon formed a circular protection around Kuta, and the huge dragon head aimed at Li Hao. As soon as it opened its mouth, it roared: Cosmic Force Cannon!

Li Hao's figure drifted like a Ghost, and the Cosmic Force Cannon missed. Kuta was anxious; how could he dodge that?

Boom boom boom boom……

Cannon after cannon blasted toward Li Hao. Li Hao once again displayed the movement techniques he used when fighting Gasimi. If he could dodge the high-speed close-quarters attacks of an Insectoid, let alone this kind of long-range Cosmic Force Cannon. Accompanied by Li Hao's swaying, Kuta's Universe Power was being wasted. Gaia and Gasimi, who were watching the battle, stared at each other with wide eyes. Just a moment ago, Gaia had planned to pick up a bargain after Kuta exhausted a round, but this… should he just forget it? Why does this feel like an adult bullying a child?

Kuta, who possessed the Imperial Artifact Time Gift, was not afraid of consumption. Although the growth potential of the Time Gift was slow, its solid foundation was something no other Imperial Artifact could compare to. Lazy as Kuta was, he had top-tier talent.

Kuta didn't believe he couldn't hit him. As the Imperial Artifact brought up a series of water ripples, another Universe Dragon roared out.

——Double Dragon Meeting!

*Zeng zeng zeng zeng*……

One after another, Cosmic Force Cannons blasted toward Li Hao. Kuta was truly cunning, and his Universe Power was truly abundant. While maintaining the Universe Force Shield, he outputted crazily. The double attack increased the difficulty a little. Amidst the dodging, Li Hao's right hand flickered with golden light and suddenly slashed out.

*Zeng*……

A golden light slashed toward Kuta in the air. Kuta was given a big fright, and a Universe Dragon roared to meet it directly.

Boom……

With an earth-shattering explosion, the Universe Dragon was slashed to pieces. The residual power even blasted the Universe Force Shield, giving Kuta a scare. "Stop, stop, what kind of move is this? You can't use Celestial Being Techniques!"

Li Hao, who had just wanted to perform a combination hand-blade, came to a screeching halt. "Ah, is this a Celestial Being Technique? I didn't know that?"

"Of course it is! Heavens, you can already release Cosmic Force Cannons with your bare hands? Big Brother, this is a high-end Celestial martial technique, you can't use it!" Kuta looked like a bullied child. They had agreed not to use them; wasn't this cheating?

"Oh, I didn't know. Won't use it, won't use it, let's change to another one!" Li Hao said. With a flash of golden light, a mighty and majestic Golden Giant Dragon roared out, accompanied by a low Spirit growl, looking up at Kuta with angry eyes.

Kuta, inside the Universe Force Shield, felt his legs go a bit soft and his body go a bit numb. What is this???

Is it an Arcane Art?

It seems a bit like his own, but why do his own look like two little loaches?

Li Hao struck a pose, imitating Kuta's manner, and was just about to release the water dragon wave when Kuta became anxious. "Stop, stop, stop, Ring Chief, no cheating allowed. You have to use your own moves, don't copy me!"

"Ah, there's this rule too?" Li Hao was between laughter and tears; this kid was a bit cheeky.

"Of course! This is a sparring match, we are learning from each other. You have to let me learn something!" When it came to reasoning, Kuta had it perfectly under control.

"Fine!" Li Hao also felt it made sense. He snapped his fingers, and the golden Universe Power manifestation instantly shattered, turning into tiny specks of golden light flames.

This left Kuta, Gaia, and Gasimi stunned. Retracting and releasing at will? It can be done like this? What kind of monster is this?!

Once a Universe Power manifestation is formed, it is quite troublesome to disperse it; usually, one would choose to blast it to the side. What the hell is this self-disintegration???

What kind of control is this???

Kuta was also feeling parched. They had been assigned a rookie, but discovered he had some substance. Later, they thought he was an expert, but now, looking at it, he was completely a monster!

But having reached this point, Kuta didn't want to back down. "Ring Chief, I'm going to use my ultimate move. We are competing in Arcane Arts, you have to use your own, original ones!"

As he spoke, the water dragon roared, his hands performing various gestures, and he muttered words that Li Hao couldn't understand. Immediately following, one Arcane Dragon after another shifted out. From Li Hao's insight, they were actually not illusions, but a kind of replication ability. If not for the Imperial Artifact, Kuta might not even be able to release two. The exponential increase in power was no joke.

Gaia and Gasimi were actually seeing the power of an Imperial Artifact for the first time. Different Imperial Artifacts have different functions, and they perform differently in different hands. But this kind of power was already far beyond what Celestial Armaments could compare to. Gasimi was truly having her eyes opened. The strongest Insectoid would only have to bow down before an Imperial Artifact Warrior. As for Gaia of Lastaya, ever since his family lost their Imperial Artifact, he had also lost a lot, to the point where he couldn't even enter the Council of Elders now.

Kuta, surrounded by dragons, instantly became mighty and imposing. This was interesting. Kuta, bolstered by the power, began to expand. Poking out his little belly, he really had a bit of the flavor of a Sea King. More than ten Arcane Giant Dragons gradually stabilized under the continuous support of the Imperial Artifact. With the entanglement and reinforcement, Kuta held the Time Gift scepter high and pointed it at Li Hao: "Golden Kuta—Deep Sea Dragon Cannon!"

Roar~~~~Rumble rumble rumble……

Kuta was truly carrying out long-range strikes to the end. Cosmic Force Cannons formed a bombing group, and a terrifying combination of Universe Power poured out, covering Li Hao in an indiscriminate bombardment.

Li Hao did not dodge. He suddenly felt that giving this thing to Kuta was a bit of a waste. There was a little technique, but not much. It increased the Universe Power, but it only increased the quantity; the intensity of the Universe Power had not undergone a qualitative change. Li Hao stretched his right hand forward, and a golden, solid-looking barrier appeared in front of him.

——Mirror Reflection.

*Zeng zeng zeng*……

The Cosmic Force Cannons shooting toward Li Hao were instantly all reflected back, blasting toward Kuta. Kuta, who hadn't been cool for even three seconds, was scared silly. He had never encountered such a thing. Among his peers, as long as he revealed his Imperial Artifact, not to mention fighting ten, fighting two or three was like bullying the weak. Of course, he also knew it was an unfair victory, so he usually didn't use it much. This was the first time he had encountered such a thing. He held the Arcane Scepter horizontally, stopped caring about anything, and defended with all his might. With the Imperial Artifact's reinforcement, a very thick, deep-blue vortex-style Universe Force Shield formed.

Boom~~~~

There were still details; Kuta's Arcane mentor must be extraordinary. Most of the power was deflected by the vortex flow. He received part of the impact head-on, and his small body flew out as expected. *Bang*~~ He hit the Boundary Stone at the far edge before falling down. The protection of the Imperial Artifact on his body was completely fine; if it had been an armored suit, he would have been injured under such an attack. But right at this moment, he felt a heavy sense of crisis. He looked up.

What the hell is this???

(End of chapter)