I Am Unaware That I Am the Peerless Martial God Chapter 1459: Power to Swallow the Heavens
Previously on I Am Unaware That I Am the Peerless Martial God...
Vast Star.
As a subsidiary planet within the Cloud Star System, it was among the rare worlds that endured after the sun vanished and the Dark Demons launched their invasion.
The planet, largely submerged beneath expansive oceans, was blessed with exceptionally abundant resources. Even as life withered on other celestial bodies, the cultivators of Vast Star could still sustain their spiritual needs through generations of preserved spiritual herbs and immortal treasures.
Consequently, the reclusive ancient clans and prestigious immortal sects did not face the catastrophic devastation that overwhelmed other planets. Confronting the Dark Demon onslaught, they still possessed the resolve to retaliate, leading to a month-long stalemate.
Through brutal, life-or-death confrontations, prodigies progressively shattered their limitations and ascended. Among them, Peng Tianbei, the scion of the deep-sea ancient clan, displayed unparalleled potential. Even at a tender age, he had awakened his innate divine abilities. Spearheading the counteroffensive, he secured victory after victory. After several clashes, he eradicated nearly a hundred Dark Demons, seizing numerous spiritual artifacts and residual remains, which he refined to dramatically enhance his cultivation base.
Under his command, subtle shifts in fortune began to appear within the grim conflict, suggesting the long-standing deadlock might soon break.
At this precise juncture.
A fierce engagement unfolded in Vast Star's Northern Sea. Peng Tianbei, accompanied by over a dozen elite clan members, battled the Dark Demons. Though his companions were somewhat outmatched in cultivation—some meeting brutal ends through the Dark Demons' self-detonation tactics—the young master himself fought with astonishing ferocity. He miraculously evaded fatal explosions on multiple occasions, continuously unleashing his supreme divine abilities in retaliation.
Witnessing the battle escalate to a fever pitch, the brutal clash between the two factions sent tremors through the heavens and earth, churning the ocean into thousand-foot waves.
However, a man with a round face materialized discreetly upon the sea. With his hands clasped behind his back, he observed the distant conflict with serene detachment. The terrifying shockwaves that radiated around him failed to disturb his unruffled stance in the slightest.His calm demeanor remained utterly unperturbed.
The harrowing, blood-soaked combat, reflected in his luminous, star-like eyes, appeared as trivial child's play—hardly worth a second thought.
This continued until Peng Tianbei found himself cornered. Witnessing the demise of all his comrades, he invoked his bloodline divine ability, summoning a ten-thousand-foot dharma avatar behind him!
"Wrath of the Azure Sea!"
With a thunderous declaration, the colossal effigy transformed into a sky-spanning oceanic torrent, forcefully engulfing several dark figures. The potent might of the divine ability consumed the life force of those shadows, ultimately annihilating more than a dozen Dark Demons in a single, decisive blow!
Peng Tianbei, utterly spent, stumbled onto the shore and collapsed onto the ground. Yet, the fighting spirit blazing within his eyes remained undimmed. His overall aura had demonstrably ascended to a superior level. It appeared that the crucible of the recent life-or-death ordeal had deepened his understanding of his divine abilities.
Having observed the entire unfolding scenario, the round-faced man finally offered a subtle nod of approval.
"Mhm."
"This young one actually possesses some talent. He is, at best, barely suitable for cultivation."
The instant his words ceased, the round-faced man was directly before Peng Tianbei, gazing down with a slight smile as he spoke.
"Youngster, your divine ability has attained minor completion, but you are unable to progress to a higher tier yet, hindering the full unleashing of its peak power. Would you be amenable to some guidance from me?"
As his laughter reverberated, Peng Tianbei jolted upright in surprise.
Only then did he register the presence of an unknown interloper directly before him, audacious enough to offer tutelage on divine abilities.
Despite the newcomer's evident profound cultivation, Peng Tianbei felt no apprehension!
Having triumphed over numerous Dark Demons in succession, his renown and self-assurance had surged to unprecedented heights. The inherent pride of the ancient clan's foremost genius absolutely forbade anyone from lightly encroaching upon it.
He scrutinizingly assessed the stranger, then proudly clasped his fists in a respectful salute!
"Esteemed Sir!"
"Given that you are unlikely to be an ally of the Dark Demons, there is naturally no compulsion for animosity between us."
"However, I, Peng Tianbei, am no common figure. Regarding mastery over divine abilities, traversing the entirety of Vast Star, no one of the younger generation can rival my prowess. For you to so readily offer guidance, might you be jesting?"
His pronouncements grew increasingly confident as he spoke. Peng Tianbei stood tall, recounting his formidable combat achievements!
"To be perfectly honest. Ever since the terrifying Dark Demons made their invasion, I, this Young Master, have been at the forefront, leading everyone in resisting these invaders. I've personally slain over a hundred Dark Demons in countless skirmishes. Every single cultivator on Vast Star holds me in the highest regard!" "Seeing as you do not appear to be a cultivator from my Vast Star, your ignorance of my renown is understandable. However, this unsolicited offer of guidance you've made, with such arrogance, is rather presumptuous. I'm curious, how many Dark Demons have *you* personally slain?" "Perhaps you could elaborate on your wartime achievements before daring to speak with such haughty words. I would genuinely like to understand just how much influence you truly possess!" The young man's face was etched with pure arrogance, his eyes gleaming with unwavering self-assurance. Observing his bearing, the man with the round face offered a subtle smile. Instead of immediately engaging in a childish argument, he simply raised his hand. Instantly, the coastline where they stood transformed into a boundless expanse of stars! In that very moment. Peng Tianbei felt a profound shock ripple through him, his eyes widening in disbelief as he took in the surrounding celestial panorama. To casually rend the fabric of space and step into the void beyond the heavens – such a feat was utterly astonishing. This newcomer was undeniably extraordinary! Yet, he himself was no mere mortal! Even if he couldn't replicate this exact maneuver, traversing the void to reach the sea of stars was hardly an insurmountable task for him! After a fleeting moment of astonishment, Peng Tianbei's arrogance, though somewhat tempered, remained unshaken. His tone, still brimming with confidence, continued to probe. "Your Excellency indeed possesses some remarkable skills." "However, if you believe you can employ this peculiar art to adopt a senior's stance and offer me guidance, you are severely underestimating my capabilities. I, Peng Tianbei, have not earned my reputation without merit." "Forgive my straightforwardness, but in these perilous times, sheer combat power is the bedrock of survival. Even if you command mastery over spatial arts, and even if I, Peng Tianbei, fall short in that specific domain, your guidance is still something I do not require!" Upon hearing this, the smile in the round-faced man's eyes widened, as though he were observing a mischievous child. His gaze swept across the cosmic backdrop, eventually resting upon a faintly visible planet. He spoke softly, turning his head to pose a question. "Since you are so assured of your own strength, do you possess the confidence to annihilate all the Dark Demons currently occupying that planet?" Peng Tianbei was taken aback by the question. Following the direction of the man's gaze, he extended his divine sense to meticulously investigate. He observed that the alien planet, not much smaller than Vast Star itself, was shrouded in an oppressive darkness, devoid of any discernible life aura. Who knew how many Dark Demons were entrenched there at that very moment! After a single scan, a troubled expression crossed Peng Tianbei's features. Appearing somewhat flustered and flushing slightly, he turned back to retort! "Your Excellency must surely be jesting!" "This planet has fallen under the occupation of the Dark Demons. There are no fewer than tens of thousands of them residing there. With such a horrifying multitude, how could any single individual possibly eradicate them all single-handedly!" Peng Tianbei was, without a doubt, confident and recognized his own exceptional talent, but he was not foolishly arrogant. He possessed a clear-headed assessment of his own might. Under normal circumstances, facing a dozen Dark Demons might present him with a fighting chance. However, confronting tens of thousands of them? Even a hundred individuals as capable as himself would struggle immensely to carve a path to survival! For this newcomer to casually pose such an insane query about eradicating an entire planet’s worth of Dark Demons – was this not utter absurdity? Could such a terrifyingly powerful cultivator possibly exist in this world! Peng Tianbei naturally concluded that the other party was mocking him. His face flushed with embarrassment as he shot an indignant glare back! Little did he know, the other party remained utterly unmoved. He witnessed the round-faced man extend a hand, making a light gesture toward the unfamiliar planet, and utter a single, nonchalant word. "Devour." In the ensuing moment. A terrifying power, unlike anything he had ever witnessed or even conceived of, surged outward, engulfing the entire planet! Before Peng Tianbei could even begin to process what was happening. The unfamiliar planet had already begun to regain a semblance of clarity, appearing vastly different from its desolate state viewed from afar mere moments before! Could it be... An astonishing realization dawned upon him, causing Peng Tianbei's eyes to widen in sheer awe as he watched. He hastily deployed his divine sense to investigate further, only to discover that he could no longer perceive the existence of even a single Dark Demon! Shock! He was utterly dumbfounded, frozen in place by sheer astonishment! With a mere wave of his hand, he had single-handedly annihilated the Dark Demons occupying an entire planet. Such unfathomable power was immeasurable, its might so dreadful it defied all imagination! What an absolutely incredible accomplishment!"To effortlessly consume the Black Demons of an entire planet—this was truly the power to swallow the heavens!
Peng Tianbei was so astounded his hands began to tremble. For a spell, he didn't even dare to utter a sound.
This unbelievable, never-before-seen spectacle had utterly shattered his comprehension of reality. The immense confidence he had recently cultivated evaporated in an instant!
That is, until a soft chuckle reached his ears.
"How is it?"
Peng Tianbei felt as if struck by celestial lightning, jolting him back to full awareness!
Glancing back at the round-faced man, he felt the other party was genuinely inscrutable. Even his ordinary features now appeared ten million times more appealing, radiating an exceptional handsomeness.
An ultimate expert!
This was unequivocally a peerless master, of a caliber never before witnessed throughout all ages!
At this juncture, an indescribable fervor ignited within Peng Tianbei's heart, his eyes sparkling with the brilliance of profound reverence. Without the slightest hesitation, he dutifully bowed and clasped his fists!
"Senior!"
"Senior's methods have profoundly enlightened this junior. Only now do I grasp the vastness of my own ignorance. Reflecting on my presumptuous words just now fills me with profound shame. I humbly beg for Senior's forgiveness!"
Awaiting the response in silence, filled with shame and trepidation, Peng Tianbei didn't dare lift his head, proceeding with the utmost caution.
After all.
Standing serenely before him was a supreme entity capable of single-handedly devouring innumerable Black Demons. In the presence of such a being, he was less than an ant!
Should he incur even the slightest displeasure from the other party, a simple gesture could reduce him to mere dust!
Observing his sudden meek and sensible disposition, the round-faced man offered a faint smile, displaying no surprise. His expression remained as tranquil as when he first appeared, and his tone was equally serene.
"It matters not."
"The ignorant bear no fault. Do I now possess the qualifications to guide you?"
Upon hearing this, Peng Tianbei's eyes widened in astonishment, a cascade of joyous revelations flooding from the depths of his gaze!
He had unknowingly offended the Senior initially, yet the Senior harbored no ill will and even proposed to offer guidance and support. Such magnanimity truly befitted his world-shaking, heaven-defying cultivation. He was indeed a genuine, unparalleled expert!
Hearing that he might be fortunate enough to receive tutelage from this Senior, Peng Tianbei felt overwhelmed by the unexpected grace, immediately prostrating himself in gratitude!
"Greetings, Master!"
"To have the fortune of meeting Master today is truly this disciple's paramount honor in life!"
Little did anyone expect that the moment his words concluded, the round-faced man casually waved his hand.
"Dispense with the title of Master."
"If you seek to take me as your master, your innate aptitude is insufficient. Merely guiding you for a few days will suffice."
These words struck Peng Tianbei, causing his eyes to flicker, and his entire body stiffened suddenly.
Just as anticipated.
His own natural talent was indeed not refined enough to be accepted as this Senior's disciple!
While a pang of regret couldn't be entirely suppressed in his heart, the mere thought of receiving guidance from such a legendary figure filled him with ten thousand times the honor. Daring not to harbor any extravagant hopes, he immediately bowed repeatedly in profound thanks!
"Thank you, Senior! Thank you, Senior!"
Gazing at the now-sensible young man, Peng Tianbei offered a faint smile, secretly emitting a small burp. His large eyes then drifted towards the boundless cosmos, now brimming with the gleam of eager expectation.