High Martial Arts: I Awaken a Low-Tier Martial System Chapter 739 - 383: Treasured Sash’s Effects, Realm Surge (Two-in-One)

Participating in the Star Domain Battlefield would require Jiang Ye to remain in this world for an extended period.

Even though the Martial Arts Celestial Ladder assessment imposed no time restrictions.

Yet, the longer he delayed, the greater the risks; Jiang Ye had no intention of staying here excessively.

However...

The rewards from joining the Star Domain Battlefield proved highly alluring to Jiang Ye as well.

Should he secure a noble title, its numerous perks would come second; the true prize lay in gaining fame across the entire Khlong Dragon star system.

Remember, the Huanglong Civilization ranks as a secondary Starry Sky Civilization!

Achieving renown in such a secondary civilization—what system rewards might await? The very idea sent thrills through him.

Jiang Ye sank into deep thought for a moment.

"Hehe."

"No need to decide right away," the White-robed Star Lord stated calmly. "Return home, ponder it thoroughly, and then come back with your answer."

For a rare prodigy like Jiang Ye, the Star Lord readily offered some special leeway.

Unexpectedly.

"No need for that." Jiang Ye shook his head, declaring, "Star Lord, I agree to participate."

"Oh?"

"Are you certain?" the White-robed Star Lord inquired.

"I am certain." Jiang Ye nodded firmly.

"Excellent." The White-robed Star Lord grinned. "Such boldness deserves fair treatment. Speak any requests you have now."

After a brief pause, Jiang Ye replied, "Nothing comes to mind at present. I’ll let the Star Lord know if something arises."

"Very well."

The White-robed Star Lord showed no concern and added, "In three months, I’ll escort you to the Star Domain Battlefield. Use this time to cultivate in the Divine Palace."

With those words, a token materialized from nowhere and floated toward Jiang Ye.

"This Barbarian Dragon Order serves as your identity proof," the White-robed Star Lord explained.

"Thank you, Star Lord." Jiang Ye accepted the token graciously.

The token’s front bore a five-clawed black dragon engraving, while its reverse featured intricate, mysterious patterns. A closer look revealed a heavenly and earthly divine aura emanating from it.

Compared to the ‘Divine Palace Order’ Zhao Zixuan had given him earlier, this one felt far more ancient and weighty, carrying an unfathomable pressure.

"Hoo!"

Jiang Ye released his telekinesis to scan it, and instantly, a flood of data surged into his mind.

[Name: Wang Ye]

[Ancestral Land: Black Obsidian City]

[Current Residence: Black Obsidian Divine Palace]

[Mentorship: None]

[Access Privileges: A Level]

This token functioned much like an ID card.

The term ancestral land referred to his official registered home.

The White-robed Star Lord had shifted his ‘household registration’ from the Barbaric Wilderness to Black Obsidian City, sparing considerable hassle.

"A Level access privileges?" Jiang Ye marveled inwardly.

The Divine Palace Order from Zhao Zixuan before had only granted D Level access.

"This token allows free passage through the twelve ancient cities," the White-robed Star Lord noted. "You can reach me anytime as well."

"Thank you, Star Lord." Jiang Ye expressed his sincere gratitude.

He fully grasped the immense value of these privileges.

Traveling the twelve ancient cities mattered less; the real boon was direct contact with the Star Lord!

From what Jiang Ye knew, even Zhao Zixuan’s grandfather, Zhao Tiangang, lacked such access.

Regular elders needed the City Lord’s intermediary to reach the Star Lord.

"Hei Yao, oversee his cultivation during this period," the White-robed Star Lord instructed. "Mentor Wang Ye on any queries he has."

"Understood." The Black Obsidian City Lord acknowledged solemnly.

Jiang Ye turned to the Black Obsidian City Lord and bowed deeply. "Greetings, teacher."

"No formalities required." The Black Obsidian City Lord replied, "I’m merely your interim guide, not officially your master—no disciple rites needed."

"Uh....."

"Yes, teacher." Jiang Ye nodded, though surprise flickered in his eyes.

He’d already sensed the Star Lord had no plans to accept him as a disciple.

That made sense, but the Black Obsidian City Lord refusing too?

"Passing the fifteenth level of the Black Tower isn’t enough?" Jiang Ye kept a composed expression, yet reluctance stirred within.

Becoming a God’s disciple brought tremendous advantages.

Without that status, countless opportunities remained out of reach.

However, the Black Obsidian City Lord offered no further opening, simply stating, "Wang Ye, head back for now. Seek me out with any questions."

"Yes." Despite his reluctance, Jiang Ye turned and departed.

Once Jiang Ye vanished from sight.

"Star Lord."

"You have no desire to take Wang Ye as a disciple?" The Black Obsidian City Lord gazed curiously at the White-robed Star Lord.

He’d served the Star Lord for years and understood his nature well.

Had the Star Lord wished for a disciple, he’d have proposed it immediately.

As anticipated.

"I have no such intentions." The White-robed Star Lord shook his head.

"As expected."

"Your past disciples all reached Talent level." The Black Obsidian City Lord sighed with a shake of his head. "Even Extraordinary Talent failed to impress you.

"However."

"Wang Ye cleared the fifteenth level of the Black Tower, matching Talent level." The Black Obsidian City Lord pressed, "How can you overlook that?"

"Who says I overlook him?" The White-robed Star Lord countered. "If I didn’t prize him, I wouldn’t have spoken so extensively."

"Then why?" The Black Obsidian City Lord appeared baffled.

"I feel he merits something greater." The White-robed Star Lord offered only a enigmatic smile, saying nothing further.

...

Exiting the City Lord’s Mansion, Jiang Ye spotted twin sisters waiting outside—one radiantly pure and lovely, the other frosty as ice.

"Wang Ye!"

"You’re out at last." Zhao Zixuan rushed forward eagerly, eyes brimming with hope. "Well? Did the City Lord accept you as his disciple?"

"No." Jiang Ye shook his head. "I encountered the Star Lord inside."

"What?"

"The Star Lord?" Zhao Zixuan and Zhao Zishuang shared a stunned look.

In their view, the City Lord was already a lofty existence, connected by blood ties nonetheless.

The Star Lord, though? Meeting him lay beyond their everyday reach.

"Wang Ye." Zhao Zishuang’s voice trembled slightly. "Did you become the Star Lord’s disciple?"

"Not yet." Jiang Ye shook his head.