Chapter 731 - 724: Eye Level

Chapter 731: Chapter 724: Eye Level

「One month later.」

The massive Aircraft Carrier of the Black Lotus Steward appeared in the chaotic turbulence of the True Realm, just outside the Gena Continent.

After a month in seclusion, Zhou Yuanjue received another message from Modin, requesting a meeting.

He had no choice but to end his seclusion and go to Modin’s office.

"The Black Lotus Steward’s Aircraft Carrier has arrived above the Gena Continent. The Steward himself wishes to see you. Do you need to prepare anything? If not, we’ll leave immediately."

Modin said to Zhou Yuanjue in a somber tone.

"I’m ready. We can leave anytime."

Hearing Modin’s words and seeing his grave demeanor, Zhou Yuanjue felt a stir of curiosity.

Judging by Modin’s behavior, this Black Lotus Steward’s status and power must far exceed his own, perhaps even surpassing the entire Gena Continent.

It was the first time Zhou Yuanjue had ever encountered an expert of this caliber, so it was only natural for him to be curious.

They left the Jiaoxing Institute and boarded a streamlined, Flying Shuttle-like vehicle. Accompanied by Modin and Si Enli, the group quickly headed for the outskirts of the Gena Continent.

"Forgive my bluntness, but what level of power does this Black Lotus Steward possess?"

Zhou Yuanjue couldn’t help but ask on the way.

"I’m not sure about his current level. Two hundred years ago, when he was promoted to Steward of the Primordial Star Organization, he was at the Peak of Type Two."

"To be more specific, the power he wields personally could sink the entire Gena Continent."

"In the Material Universe, he could even destroy an entire Star System if he wished. That’s a level that could be called a cosmic catastrophe."

"In short, it’s a power beyond our imagination."

Modin said slowly, shaking his head.

’The power to destroy a Star System?’

Zhou Yuanjue fell silent. That was indeed a level he could only look up to at his current stage.

About half an hour later, the Flying Shuttle carrying the three of them passed through multiple identity verifications. It finally crossed the massive protective light barrier surrounding the Gena Continent and arrived before the colossal Aircraft Carrier suspended in the nearby turbulence of the True Realm.

After another series of clearance checks, the Flying Shuttle entered the massive Aircraft Carrier.

"I’ve been waiting for you. Please, follow me."

Just as they stepped out of the Flying Shuttle, they saw a stunningly beautiful, humanoid woman with a graceful figure, wearing a silver-white dress. Within her pupils were the lotus imprints unique to direct Descendants of the Sacred Lotus Civilization. Her entire demeanor was one of sharp competence and cool aloofness.

This was the Black Lotus Steward’s personal secretary.

"Thank you for your trouble, Miss Dorona."

Modin and Si Enli nodded to the secretary.

"We’re all on the same side. There’s no need to be so formal."

Dorona spoke, but her gaze remained fixed on Zhou Yuanjue, a hint of scrutiny in her lotus-marked pupils.

She was very curious how this seemingly unremarkable candidate from a low-level civilization could make the Steward go to such great lengths, even using a special recruitment slot as a pretext.

Unfortunately for her, aside from his impassive face—one that wouldn’t flinch even if the sky fell—she couldn’t discern anything else about him.

Then, without another word, she turned and began to lead the three of them.

Passing through checkpoint after checkpoint inside the massive Aircraft Carrier, Dorona finally brought the three of them before the Light Sect that marked the entrance to the captain’s quarters.

"Everyone, please go in. Lord Black Lotus is inside."

Dorona said to them with a smile.

The three of them nodded to her and stepped into the Light Sect.

After a flash of light, a vast and spacious captain’s quarters appeared before them. Standing with his back to them in front of the room’s enormous transparent window was a figure in a black cloak, looking down from the Aircraft Carrier at the panoramic view of the distant Gena Continent.

Hearing the sound from the entryway, the Black Lotus Steward slowly turned around. ℯℯ𝑙.

His tall frame, pale skin, handsome face, and the black lotus mark on his brow, coupled with his crimson eyes, immediately reminded Zhou Yuanjue of a Vampire Count from Earth’s film and television.

Zhou Yuanjue couldn’t sense any Energy fluctuations or life force pressure from him. This indicated that the man’s control over his own Energy had reached a near-pinnacle level, giving no hint of the terrifying Power he possessed—the Power to sink a True Land and destroy a Star System.

"Mr. Modin, Ms. Si Enli, we meet again. It’s been a century since we last saw each other, hasn’t it? I still remember when I was first brought into the True Realm and met you both. I owe my progress back then to your dedicated guidance. How time flies."

Lono said with a smile, nodding to Modin and Si Enli, his tone tinged with nostalgia.

"Lord Black Lotus, you praise us too highly. We were only doing our duty. It was our honor to have been in charge of your reception back then."

Modin said respectfully. In truth, Modin was far older than Lono, but in the True Realm and the starry sky, age was never the sole measure of a person.

In fact, as long as a being reached Type One or above, they could expect an incredibly long life, barring any accidents.

"Hahaha, Mr. Modin, you’re too kind."

Lono said with a laugh, then turned his gaze to Zhou Yuanjue, who was standing to the side.

"Ah, right, I forgot to introduce him. This is the strongest among the current batch of candidates from the Gena Continent, Zhou Yuanjue."

Seeing Lono’s gaze shift, Modin immediately made the introduction.

"Mr. Modin, Ms. Si Enli, would it be possible for you to give him and me some space?"

Lono asked Modin and Si Enli.

"Of course, no problem."

Modin and Si Enli exchanged a glance, gave Lono a slight bow, and then exited through the Light Sect.

Now, only Zhou Yuanjue and Lono remained in the captain’s quarters, standing opposite each other.

Their eyes met, but neither of them spoke.

Lono was somewhat surprised by Zhou Yuanjue’s composure. ’After all, to a being from a low-level civilization, I’m an utterly unattainable existence.

’Never mind Zhou Yuanjue; even Modin—a direct Descendant of the Sacred Lotus Civilization, my former guide, and a man much older than me—is completely deferential in my presence. His attitude and words even border on fawning.

’And this Zhou Yuanjue before me is even less significant than Modin. You could say his fate is entirely in my hands.

’But his eyes hold no trace of flattery or eagerness—only a profound calm.

’He meets my gaze as an equal.

’That’s right. He doesn’t see me as some lofty, untouchable being. He sees me as a level he will one day reach, and even surpass.

’Beneath that calm gaze, his subconscious reveals an incredibly powerful self-confidence.

’And the moment our eyes met, I found myself unconsciously believing that he would one day stand at my level, or perhaps even higher.

’This kind of charisma...’

The Black Lotus Steward’s eyes narrowed slightly. At the same time, the eye-like slit on the back of his hand began to tremble violently.