Evolution Begins With A Big Tree

Chapter 888, The Breakthrough of Zi Lian

Translator:  Ashish

Translation Checker: Silavin

“Among these little ones, the ones most likely to step into Tier-5 should be Golden Ant and Redbeak Platypus… As for Golden Behemoth and White Tiger, with their powerful Bloodlines, they too should be able to break through.” With a light chuckle, Yu Zi Yu gave an earnest answer to Nine Tails’ question.

Physical strength was relatively easier to enhance. It could be achieved with sufficient rare materials and treasures. However, understanding the Dao and the transformation of the Soul depends entirely on oneself.

Thus, Golden Ant and Redbeak Platypus, who were only limited by their physical form, might take the first step into Tier-5.

As for Golden Behemoth and White Tiger… there was no need to even worry about them.

One had a Bloodline comparable to Ancient Giant Dragons, and the other carried the Bloodline of the strongest Vicious Beast since ancient times.

Both were beings beyond reason.

Thinking of this, Yu Zi Yu reminded, “If the Divine Titan Clan sends enough resources, make sure to allocate some body-refining treasures to Golden Ant, Redbeak Platypus, and the others. If there are any Wind-Element or Earth-Element treasures, give them to White Tiger and Golden Behemoth.”

“Understood, Master,” Nine Tails responded, her eyes gleaming with a smile. [It seems the Demon Court will soon have a few additional Tier-5 True Gods.]

[Tier-5… standing at the pinnacle of power in the cosmos, their strength is terrifying, not something even the mightiest forces can afford to underestimate. In many ways, Tier-5 Transcendents are like the nuclear weapons of the old era. And now, under the protection of Master, Tier-5 powerhouses are emerging within the Demon Court like bamboo shoots after the rain.]

[First, it was me, Golden Monkey, and Sarcosuchus that broke through. Then came King Zerg, Dai Er, and other Tier-5 powerhouses who joined our ranks. In recent years, even Shalira and Slytherine have stepped into Tier-5. And that’s still not all…] As if remembering something, Nine Tails’ eyes flickered.

After a moment, she glanced at Yu Zi Yu, who was rooted in the earth not far away, and asked, “Master, has Zi Lian broken through?”

“Zi Lian…” A faint whisper escaped as a trace of nostalgia flickered deep within Yu Zi Yu’s eyes.

It had been a long time since he had last seen him, but that made sense.

Inspired by the arrival of King Zerg, a true top-tier assassin, Zi Lian had made the resolute decision to focus on advancing to Tier-5. After bidding Yu Zi Yu farewell, he had ventured alone into the desolate depths of the Void Space.

The Void Space—the dark side of the universe, stranger and more bizarre than even the vast emptiness of outer space. In such a terrifying world, Zi Lian had chosen the path of a True God, a path forged in blood.

Only through slaughter could he evolve. Only through evolution could he grow stronger.

It had been 2-3 years now since Yu Zi Yu last saw him.

But with Zi Lian’s cunning and strength, his breakthrough seemed inevitable. The only question left was whether he had already made it.

…

At this moment, in the deep recess of the Void Space…

A pair of icy eyes suddenly glanced towards a distant corner of the Void Space, seemingly sensing something.

“Master…” Murmuring softly, this purple figure revealed a look of nostalgia.

The Master—The one he had sworn allegiance to, and also, the one he respected the most. It had been 732 days since their last encounter.

However…

*Rip…* With a light swipe of his claws, the very fabric of space tore like paper, an indescribable power coursing through his body.

“Master, I have successfully stepped into Tier-5…” A whisper echoed in the silent depths of the void, filled with indescribable joy.

[Tier-5, I’ve finally reached it! Now, I no longer need to live under Master’s protection. Now, I finally have the strength to step forward and truly guard Master.]

*Hooooo…* With all these thoughts racing in his mind, Zi Lian promptly sprang into action.

*Whoosh…* With a flash of purple, Zi Lian’s figures disappeared within the Void Space.

Void Jump — a terrifying ability that defies the limits of distance and space, allowing for instant travel through the Void Space, much like teleportation.

In the past, this ability had been his secret weapon. But now, he could use it as effortlessly and naturally as breathing, even while walking. This ability had become an instinctual part of him.

Just from this, it was evident just how terrifying Zi Lian had become. Moreover, what made him even more dangerous was that he had successfully integrated all his abilities.

For instance, while using Void Jumps, his figure became nearly invisible.

That was another one of his abilities—Camouflage.

Void Jump, combined with Camouflage, made him the deadliest of the deadliest assassins.

Of course, there was also the Void Clan’s Innate Talent—an ability to bypass most defenses with ease, a power so self-explanatory it needed no further elaboration.

…

At that moment, Yu Zi Yu had no idea that the little one he missed was returning at an incredibly frightening speed.

“Third Brother’s combat talent is truly remarkable. In just half a day, the wind blades he condensed are able to tear through the defenses of Mountain Titan.” Observing the battle from a distance, Nine Tails could not help but let out a soft chuckle, admiring the scene.

“He’s still far from being a true threat… those tiny wound can’t even outpace Mountain Titan’s healing ability.” Yu Zi Yu said with a playful smile, unreservedly deflating the situation.

[White Tiger… he is sadly someone that can’t be praised.] Yu Zi Yu had long realized that White Tiger had an unfortunate tendency to falter the moment he received any praise. Compliments only seemed to backfire with him. Instead, it was better to focus on praising the others.

But just then, as if struck by a thought, the Golden Monkey asked, “Master, why did not you invite Thorns and Titan to join this rare opportunity to battle and temper themselves…?”

“They don’t need it.” Yu Zi Yu replied confidently, waving his branch-like hand.

Compared to fighting, Thorns, Titan, and the others needed more was focused cultivation and self-refinement. Especially Titan and Tundra. Those two possessed Supreme Treasures. If they could fully fuse with those treasures, stepping into Tier-5 would be inevitable.

As for Thorns and Little Tenth, they were already on their own paths towards Tier-5. Thorns was treading the mysterious path of the Blood Queen, while Little Tenth followed the mighty path of the Lightning King.

Each had their own destiny, and Yu Zi Yu preferred not to interfere.