[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-the-name-that-echoes-through-eternity":3,"chapter-the-name-that-echoes-through-eternity-the-name-that-echoes-through-eternity-chapter-916":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"chinese","The Name That Echoes Through Eternity",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},2283465,4466,"Chapter 916: True King Seed","the-name-that-echoes-through-eternity-chapter-916",916,"\u003Cp>It seems the True King slots will mostly rise from these ten clans—how could the Imperial Clan have nine who passed the hundredth level? No wonder they’re the foremost clan of the True World, with such profound depth!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At the summit of the Celestial Tower, the Star Empress and the Immortal Emperor gazed down at the figures gradually emerging from the tower; earlier, they had feared that none—or barely a handful—of the ten chosen True Kings would break the hundredth level, but now such worries proved unfounded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Breaking the hundredth level grants the ability to survive briefly under a Pretender Emperor’s assault—on the battlefield, you won’t be instantly killed unless facing a top-tier Pretender Emperor.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Star Empress murmured.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“The Imperial Clan’s current heir has reached level 125. If I’m not mistaken, he wields special techniques the Wheel of Celestial Towers cannot restore—his true life-or-death combat prowess may rival even a Pretender Emperor.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Immortal Emperor spoke, his sweeping gaze filled with satisfaction; the performances of these great clan heirs had surpassed his expectations, filling him with delight.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Perhaps the Dao of Heaven sensed danger and bestowed upon them abundant fortune.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Star Empress’s eyes flickered; at their level, they could perceive the Dao’s influence seeping into the True World, though it affected them far less.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Di Mingyuan masters three Dao Emperor-level cultivation arts, yet has cultivated for only ten thousand years—he’s already reached the peak of Immortal King. Give him another three thousand years, and stepping into Pretender Emperor is certain.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Immortal Emperor said.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“This True King selection grants dominion over ten thousand clans. The Imperial Clan won’t let go of the position of supreme commander—even if he ascends to Pretender Emperor during this cultivation, he’ll likely restrain himself until the battlefield.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Star Empress said.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The True King will gain access to the accumulated resources of ten thousand clans, command them all, and most importantly, earn renown among them and establish authority. Even if the Emperor’s Military Code forbids favoritism or using command to benefit one’s own family, even slight bias can bring boundless advantages to one’s clan.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Thus, for great clans, this slot is a must-win, fiercely contested.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“It seems we must raise the previous evaluation standards slightly—to give these youngsters some pressure.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Immortal Emperor said.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Mm.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Star Empress nodded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Soon after, the Celestial Tower fell utterly silent—all those who entered for trial had now emerged.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Whispers spread everywhere as people sought others’ results for comparison; those who had challenged levels below their own realm felt uneasy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“The initial assessment is complete.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Immortal Emperor spoke, his voice solemn and slow: “This assessment divides potential into five grades!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Fifth grade: those who clear levels 1–5 corresponding to their realm.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Fourth grade: those who clear levels 6–10 corresponding to their realm!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Third grade: those who clear levels 11–15 corresponding to their realm!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Second grade: those who clear levels 16–20 corresponding to their realm!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“First grade: those who surpass their realm’s corresponding level by more than twenty!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hearing this, many couldn’t help but gasp, exchanging stunned glances.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Celestial Tower is so grueling—and clearing your own realm’s level only earns fourth grade?!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Third grade? That means fighting across a realm!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Second grade? Even defeating the next realm!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>First grade? That’s crossing two realms!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Remember, crossing realms at Immortal King is extremely difficult—those who dominate within their own realm are already dragon-phoenix among men.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, those who reach Immortal King are mostly prodigies from youth—no weaklings, no mediocrities.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I previously said: among you, the elite will be nurtured as seeds, receiving direct guidance from me and the Star Empress, along with allocation of resources from ten thousand clans of the True World!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Immortal Emperor said slowly: “But this condition requires at least second grade.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Many were stunned—the standard was so harsh! Only second grade earned guidance? That meant one must possess the power to fight across realms!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Those who reach second grade may receive guidance from me and the Star Empress once every ten years, plus a small share of cultivation resources from the ten thousand clans.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Those who reach first grade may receive guidance once per year, plus a large share of cultivation resources from the ten thousand clans!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Many clenched fists, eyes reddening—these rewards were too great, yet the demands were impossibly high!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Receiving guidance once a year? That’s pure bliss.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The few who achieved first-grade potential glowed with excitement; though they were top-tier within their clans, how many Immortal Emperors exist? Most of them had never even met an Immortal Emperor, let alone been his direct disciple.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Immortal Emperor’s gaze swept the crowd, landing on the rare few whose faces remained calm—he nodded inwardly; no wonder they surpassed first grade—their temperaments were unflustered, unruffled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Above first grade, there is one more: special grade—the True King Seed.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Immortal Emperor’s voice, deep and solemn, echoed through the abyss.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The earlier murmurings fell silent; many widened their eyes, dumbfounded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The trials within the Celestial Tower were already so brutal—first grade was already unthinkable. Could one surpass it?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Among the crowd, Luo Ningshuang and Su Wanyi exchanged glances—they both realized their assessments must be special grade, qualifying them as True King Seeds.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“The standard for special grade: surpass your realm’s corresponding level by thirty!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Immortal Emperor said gravely: “Challenge three realms upward!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The abyss fell silent; only a handful of figures stirred, their eyes gleaming with cold arrogance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Luo Ningshuang had anticipated this—she wasn’t surprised, but her brow furrowed. She reached level 36—special grade. But that boy… 43 levels? Was there a rating above special grade?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Special grade may seek guidance from me and the Star Empress at any time, and may select five top-tier resources from the gifts offered by the ten thousand clans—including domain weapons, divine herbs, rare wonders.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His gaze grew deep, laden with meaning: “These top-tier resources surpass your imagination—they are the pinnacle of each clan’s heritage. Some even sent their clan’s core treasure!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“The Domain Pill—you all know it. In this evaluation of resources, it ranks only as mid-tier, not even high-tier, let alone top-tier!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hearing this, many widened their eyes again, unable to believe it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Domain Pill instantly elevates one’s realm by one step if below Immortal King ninth tier—equivalent to a thousand years of cultivation!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Each Immortal King may consume only one in their lifetime; for great clans, it is an extremely precious resource.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And this treasure ranks only as mid-tier?!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Special grade allows selection of five top-tier resources…”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Many who had just earned first grade glanced sharply—wondering whether their large allocation of cultivation resources included any top-tier items.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“First grade receives only one top-tier resource, plus many high-tier and a large quantity of mid-tier resources.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Immortal Emperor understood most thoughts and said slowly: “To gain more, you must grow stronger. The stronger you become, the more you receive. The more you receive, the stronger you become. This is the law of the mighty—chase it with all your might!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“It seems these Immortal Emperors are serious now.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shi Miao whispered beside Li Hao.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Immortal Emperors?” Li Hao frowned. “Aren’t these resources sent by the ten thousand clans of the True World?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shi Miao transmitted a mental message: “The Domain Pill, in wartime, is at least a high-tier resource. Now downgraded to mid-tier—this means many clans have pulled out their last reserves. But to force even these clans to surrender their last treasures, something brutal must have happened behind the scenes.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Hao froze, his heart instantly chilling.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Indeed, the world never runs on passion or love—it runs on iron-fisted control.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Everyone understands the saying “when the lips are gone, the teeth feel the cold,” yet events still unfold.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Those clans that surrendered their last treasures were likely not willing—they were forced.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Some clans may have offered insufficient resources and been discarded—or even forcibly attacked, or expelled from the “Ten Thousand Clans Alliance.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Before the war, we must cut off any unnecessary complications. There’s no other way.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shi Miao explained, fearing Li Hao might feel pity.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Hao nodded slightly—he understood. From a grand perspective, nothing is ever perfectly balanced; survival demands sacrifice.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Like those soldiers on the front lines—who gets assigned there, who stays in the second line? There’s no absolute fairness.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If we speak of karmic cause, perhaps once, long ago, on an afternoon, some slept while others trained their swords diligently.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Some are born into wealth, yet their ancestors worked tirelessly, building heritage they cannot envy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“The challenge levels mentioned earlier apply to Immortal King. If you break level 100 and enter the Pretender Emperor tier, you qualify as second-grade potential!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Beyond level 105, you qualify as first-grade!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Beyond level 110, you qualify as special-grade!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Immortal Emperor’s gaze swept toward the Imperial Clan, where among a crowd of imperial-like figures stood one whose aura towered above them all.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He was Di Mingyuan—the one who had reached level 125, the highest challenge level so far.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even after raising the potential standards, his level far surpassed special grade—he was already beyond it, and they deemed him a confirmed True King.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Many in the Imperial Clan sensed the Immortal Emperors’ attention, yet all turned their eyes to Di Mingyuan in the crowd’s center—undoubtedly, only this pride of their clan, the invincible one beneath Pretender Emperor, could draw such gaze.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Di Mingyuan’s expression remained calm; he merely nodded slightly to the two Immortal Emperors—enough as a salute.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This time, he sought not merely to be True King—but the First True King.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Only then could he become supreme commander and command ten thousand clans under the banner of the Imperial Clan!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Meanwhile, many eyes from other great clans also fixed on Di Mingyuan; some frowned, feeling immense pressure.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The gap revealed in this initial test had shrunk many ambitions.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“The Imperial Clan remains as dominant as ever.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dao Qingyin frowned—the gap was too vast. She could barely hope for True King, let alone catch up to him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Other Immortal King peaks in the Dao Clan had earned second-grade potential, even one special-grade—but all fell far short of Di Mingyuan.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“To catch up, one must reach above level 110—only then is becoming True King possible!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dao Qingyin thought silently, scanning the crowd.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Currently, seven had surpassed level 110, and others were close—she would have to work extremely hard.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Now, we announce the lists for each grade.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Star Empress said.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As the Celestial Tower trembled, the familiar voice of the tower rang out, announcing names from fifth grade to special grade in order.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>From fifth grade to special grade, Li Hao and Shi Miao both heard their names—both ranked special grade.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But Te-class candidates total only thirty-seven people.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Know that this place gathers the finest Immortal Kings from all ten thousand races of the True Realm; merely arriving here has already been a selection, and only thirty-seven have reached Te-class by defeating opponents three realms above their own.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“This is your initial assessment. Those who earned First-class or Te-class should not be complacent—your rank may be downgraded. Every hundred years, you will be reassessed; if your progress is too slow, your rank will drop!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Immortal Emperor spoke slowly: “Don’t lose heart, others—you can still strive to catch up.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hearing his words, many felt a sudden sense of urgency.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Now, those ranked Second-class through Te-class may enter any level of the Ten Thousand Heavens Tower, enter the Ten Thousand Races’ Treasure Vault, and select resources within your eligibility.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Immortal Emperor spoke slowly: “The rest may continue challenging the Ten Thousand Heavens Tower, or cultivate within this Abyssal Emperor Ground.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He raised his hand, and from the dark abyss, a vast continent gradually emerged.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The continent brimmed with potent Immortal energy, its Immortal Dao laws interwoven like primordial chaotic stars, radiating thick Immortal qi.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Is this where we cultivate? So powerful—it’s ten to a hundred times stronger than my family’s sacred ground!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“With cultivation here, even those of mediocre talent could become Immortal Kings. These primordial Dao laws are laid bare, easy to comprehend.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“This is truly the greatest benefit of this event—whether or not you become a True King, your cultivation base will surge dramatically!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Many eyes gleamed; their earlier despair vanished, replaced by excitement.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Let’s go—first, let’s pick our resources. Together.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shi Miao said to Li Hao.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She worried Li Hao wouldn’t know what to choose, and she could guide him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Hao nodded, planning to challenge the Ten Thousand Heavens Tower after selecting top-tier resources, using its reincarnation properties to comprehend his own Emperor Path.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The musical state of mind he had previously realized should now be integrated into his sword Dao.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If he could sustain three top-tier realm states simultaneously, his combat power would surge again!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Moreover, it would compensate for his currently somewhat lacking offensive techniques.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As he pondered, Li Hao followed Shi Miao to the Ten Thousand Heavens Tower; they casually selected a level and entered together, hand in hand.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Ten Thousand Heavens Tower quickly detected that both were Te-class seeds and asked if they wished to enter the Ten Thousand Races’ Treasure Vault together.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shi Miao and Li Hao responded simultaneously, and they found themselves in a sea of golden light.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Above their heads floated countless bubble-like orbs, each containing a peerless treasure.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Time Tree Sap!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shi Miao’s gaze swept across, and she instantly spotted one orb containing a swirling, multicolored liquid sealed within.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She was stunned—she hadn’t expected top-tier resources to be this extravagant; the Ten Thousand Races had actually produced Time Tree Sap, a treasure ranked third among all races of the True Realm, belonging to the Tai Chu Clan.\u003C\u002Fp>",2273,"2026-06-20T02:15:44.384Z",1,"Qwen3-Next 80B","280bb6b780b1a38a78340ce378aadeb0a9bed9fbb26af1508942a2684a524835","the-name-that-echoes-through-eternity-chapter-917","the-name-that-echoes-through-eternity-chapter-915",929,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fthe-name-that-echoes-through-eternity-cover.jpg"]