Floating Island - Triple S Talent

Lein and Aleron then engaged in light conversation about the Cosmos Origin. From Aleron's explanations, Lein learned that the Cosmos Origin was the cosmos they currently resided in. This explanation introduced Lein to a larger concept: a cosmos was a region of empty space beyond the River of Life.

Aleron continued, "The River of Life is the path to ascend to higher realms. But the journey through that river is extremely challenging. Every traveler must be prepared to displace other realms in the process." These words were spoken with a heavy tone, as if they carried the burden of a long history condensed into simple phrases.

"In a way, the cosmos is a peripheral region. A place where realms that do not wish to take part in the struggle for ultimate power reside," Aleron said with a wry smile, his eyes briefly reflecting a sense of irony toward the reality he understood.

"Peripheral region?" Lein repeated the words softly, with a foolish smile. However, in his mind, those words struck like a blow. All his efforts, all the processes he had gone through so far, had only brought him to a place referred to as a peripheral region. What kind of joke is this, Lein thought, his fists unconsciously clenching.

Lein's thoughts spun wildly. "Then, how strong are those people?" he muttered internally. If this cosmos was merely a peripheral region, wouldn't those within the River of Life be hundreds, even thousands of times stronger than him? The thought alone was enough to furrow his brows.

Aleron seemed to notice the change in Lein's expression. He realized there were too many questions swirling in the young man's mind. So, with a calm voice, he continued his explanation.

"To enter the River of Life, there are no absolute requirements," Aleron said slowly, carefully choosing his words. "However, based on the experiences of billions of realms that have attempted it, at least a thousand Sovereigns are needed to survive. That is the minimum number." His tone was heavy, as if the number itself was a burden he carried.

Lein remained composed. His expression did not change in the slightest, even when the number a thousand was mentioned. He sat still, his eyes fixed on Aleron, without giving any indication that the words surprised him.

Aleron felt the need to elaborate further, attempting to shake Lein's calm demeanor. "In addition to that number, ten of them must be Peak-stage Sovereigns," he continued, emphasizing his words. There was a bitter undertone in his voice, like someone who fully understood the weight of what he was describing.

However, Lein's expression remained neutral, with only a slight raise of his eyebrows. It was the first time he had heard the term Peak-stage Sovereign. Lein's mind began to analyze. "Does the Sovereign level have nine stages?" he wondered, trying to grasp the structure Aleron had just introduced.Nôv(el)B\\jnn

"You guessed it correctly, Mr. Lein," said Aleron, as if he could read Lein's thoughts just by the questioning look in his eyes.

"The Sovereign levels are distinguished by the number of spirit bodies a person possesses. Early-stage Sovereigns have 1-3 spirit bodies. Those with 4-6 spirit bodies fall into the mid-stage Sovereign category, while late-stage Sovereigns possess 7-9 spirit bodies," Aleron explained patiently.

Lein listened intently, his eyes narrowing slightly—a sign that his mind was working hard to analyze the information.

Aleron appeared unreserved, explaining with remarkable openness and even sharing crucial information about the cosmos without hesitation. In his heart, he had already decided to build a good relationship with Lein. With his thousands of years of life experience, Aleron was confident that Lein was no ordinary individual. He could see that this young man held immense potential to become a significant figure in the future.

Their discussion continued for several hours. Most of the time was spent with Lein asking various questions, while Aleron answered them calmly and in detail. Lein wasn't just listening but also mentally noting every key point. He knew that the information he gathered would be invaluable in the future.

Occasionally, attendants entered the room to replace the food and drinks on the table. The dishes ranged from warm, aromatic soups to sweet snacks designed to tempt the palate. Yet neither Lein nor Aleron's attention wavered; their conversation continued with the same intensity.

Meanwhile, the elders of the Life Swan Sect sat silently. They neither attempted to intervene nor interrupted the discussion. To them, Lein and Aleron existed in a world far beyond their own level.

***

While Lein was engrossed in his intense discussion with Aleron, the outside world was abuzz with a different matter. The internet was flooded with trending topics about guests from another realm. Speculation and opinions spread quickly, filling every corner of cyberspace.

One official post from the alliance announced that a grand event would be held near the Divine Sky Realm Tree. The event was scheduled to last an entire day, with rumors suggesting that the special guest would be a Guardian from another realm.

Comment sections across various platforms were filled with diverse opinions from netizens. Some were excited, others skeptical, and a few even worried.

"A Guardian from another realm? Are they like us humans?" one curious user wrote.

"Of course! There's no way Mr. Lein would collaborate with a non-human race," another user replied confidently.

"I'm worried they might launch another attack like the previous one from an external realm," wrote someone else, their tone filled with concern.

"Impossible! Do you think Mr. Lein would just sit idly by?" another responded defensively.

Amid the discussions, Lein's name was frequently mentioned, almost as if he had become a symbol of trust and hope. To most people, Lein was akin to a demigod. As the owner of the realm they inhabited, he was not only a leader but also an irreplaceable protector.

In addition to the announcement, the internet was now flooded with videos showcasing the preparations for the grand event. These videos highlighted the extraordinary scale of the preparations, but what caught the most attention was the live broadcast from the World Market Alliance. The broadcast became a trending topic, displaying every detail of the meticulous preparations being carried out on an astonishing scale.