"What does Felynn want me to do?" Lu Yin asked.
Tong Mi 'er relaxed when he saw that Lu Yin had been persuaded. "Lady Felynn wants you to not attract Saul's attention before the Lockbreaker Competition. You should disguise yourself and enter Sourcepeak Planet. When the time comes, Lady Felynn will arrange for you to participate in the competition."
"If I go to Sourcepeak Planet, Saul won't be able to openly deal with me, right?" Lu Yin asked.
Tong Mi 'er smiled bitterly. "Saul is one of the three core examiners, and most of the other Lockbreakers are his people. He doesn't need to personally deal with you. He can just send someone to cause trouble for you, and you might not be able to participate in the competition."
"It's still the same question. What does Felynn want from me?
Is it just to deal with Saul? "Lu Yin asked.
Tong Mi 'er replied, "Lady Felynn needs to discuss this with you personally."
Lu Yin nodded. "Alright, I'll do as you say. I'll disguise myself and go to Sourcepeak Planet."
Sourcepeak Weave was located in the east of the central region of the Outerverse, and it was close to the Astral River. It was a very prosperous weave, and because the Lockbreaker Society's headquarters was located in Sourcepeak Weave, it became the weave with the most Lockbreakers.
Sourcepeak Planet was located in the south of Sourcepeak Weave, and it was a large green planet filled with vegetation. The environment was beautiful, and unlike other planets, Sourcepeak Planet's surface extended outwards. Three continents protruded from the surface of Sourcepeak Planet, making it look like a piece of machinery from a distance.
These three continents were where the Lockbreaker Society's examinations were conducted, and each continent was overseen by a core examiner. Every year, countless people would come to Sourcepeak Planet to undergo the examinations in hopes of becoming a Lockbreaker, but very few succeeded.
Because the Innerverse and Outerverse were separated, many Lockbreakers were isolated from the Innerverse. Even so, there were still many Lockbreakers on Sourcepeak Planet.
There were 630,000 registered Lockbreakers in the entire Lockbreaker Society, and Sourcepeak Planet had nearly 10,000 Lockbreakers throughout the year. Although most of these Lockbreakers had never successfully unlocked a Lockbreaker before, there were still a few who had reached the Perceptive Intermediate Level. However, the outside world was not aware of this, and only the president and vice president were aware of the situation on Sourcepeak Planet.
Sourcepeak Planet was very large, and there were many Lockbreakers scattered all over the planet. The place that these Lockbreakers yearned for the most was the Hall of Insight, which was the Outerverse Lockbreaker Society's headquarters' holy land. Only Lockbreakers who had reached the Perceptive Intermediate Lockbreaker level were allowed to enter. It was rumored that the Hall of Insight contained sourcebox arrays that had been set up by Boundless Advanced Lockbreakers, and anyone who entered would be able to comprehend the arrays. Some Perceptive Intermediate Lockbreakers stayed in the Hall of Insight all year round just to comprehend the arrays and become Boundless Advanced Lockbreakers.
The Hall of Insight was a shortcut that led to becoming a Boundless Advanced Lockbreaker, and it was a path that had been opened for the lower level Lockbreakers by powerful Lockbreakers.
The back of the Hall of Insight was connected to many courtyards. These were the residences of the Guild Master, Vice Guild Master, and the others. Each courtyard was very large.
Within one of the courtyards, Mr. Jun stood with his hands clasped behind his back as he stood beside a stone table.
As a Perceptive Intermediate Lockbreaker and one of the trial mentors, Mr. Jun had a very high status in the Outerverse Lockbreaker Society, and he was also very famous. Wang Wen had once summoned him to participate in the war in Ironblood Weave, but such a person was still standing here nervously, which showed just how respected the owner of this courtyard was.
The void in front of Mr. Jun distorted, and an old man appeared.
A trace of envy flashed through Mr. Jun's eyes. Sourcepeak Planet's space was extremely stable, and the closer one got to the Hall of Insight, the more solid the space became. Even a Hunter like Mr. Jun could not tear it apart. Only a few people had the ability to travel through the void, and the person in front of Mr. Jun was one of them: the Outerverse Lockbreaker Society's Vice President, Saul.
"Greetings, Vice President." Mr. Jun bowed respectfully.
Saul looked in the direction of the Hall of Insight, which was raised into the air by four giant trees. These four trees were sourceboxes, and Mr. Jun had spent many years trying to comprehend the sourcebox arrays that his seniors had left behind, but he had not made any progress. No matter what, looking at the Hall of Insight had become a habit for him.
"You failed?" Saul's tone was deep and dignified.
Mr. Jun answered, "Yes, I failed."
Saul looked at the Hall of Insight and calmly said, "You've been a Perceptive Intermediate Lockbreaker for many years, but you haven't made any progress. Now, you can't even deal with a child. I'm very doubtful of your abilities."
Mr. Jun's face was filled with fear. "I'm sorry, Vice President. This child has an external object that can block an Enlighter's attacks, and he also has a subordinate who can defend against Enlighters."
Saul looked at Mr. Jun. "I don't need to explain. Just tell me if you can deal with him."
Mr. Jun gritted his teeth. "Yes."
"Alright, I'll only look at the results. This is your one chance. Deal with this person, and I'll help you become a Boundless Advanced Lockbreaker. I'll even let you take a look at True Insight. If you can't deal with him, then you can continue to be a trial instructor and live a mediocre life until you become a respected Three Stars Perceptive Intermediate Lockbreaker."
These words provoked Mr. Jun. Ever since he had become a Three Stars Perceptive Intermediate Lockbreaker, he had not made any progress. It had been several hundred years, and he had had enough of it. He had not hesitated to rely on Saul and engage in shady business in order to improve himself.
Now, the opportunity was right in front of him, and his gaze was resolute. No matter who stood in his way, he would trample over them. He had once admired Lu Yin, and he had even wanted to take him in as a disciple. Now, however, he was just a stumbling block.
After leaving the courtyard, Mr. Jun immediately searched for Lu Yin's route to Sourcepeak Planet. He had to deal with Lu Yin before he reached Sourcepeak Planet. It seemed that he would have to use all of his previous connections.
Elsewhere, Saul quietly looked at the Hall of Insight with a calm gaze.
Not long after, a youth arrived. "Master," he greeted. This was Saul's disciple, Deng Pu. He was a genius who had become a One Star Perceptive Intermediate Lockbreaker at such a young age, and his reputation in the Outerverse surpassed even that of Charon and the others. In the entire Lockbreaker Society, he was only second to the Distinguished Five.
Saul did not speak, and the atmosphere was rather silent.
"Master, is there a need to deal with Lu Yin?
He's just a five star Discerning Elementary Lockbreaker, and he just recently advanced. He shouldn't be a threat to me, "Deng Pu said respectfully.
Saul frowned. "I don't like words like 'shouldn't be.'"
Deng Pu hurriedly replied, "This person definitely isn't a threat to me, so please rest assured, Master."
Saul calmly replied, "A person will encounter many opportunities in their life, and some will be able to grasp them while others will not. This Lu Yin has turned misfortune into blessings, and he was able to survive a storm in Tempest Flowzone. He was recognized by the Sea King, and he stole the pyrolyte mine. He was even able to survive the war in Ironblood Weave, and now, he's someone that even the Hall of Honor wants to protect. His opportunities far surpass yours, and this kind of person will naturally have their own protection. Making an enemy out of such a person is equivalent to fighting against the heavens, and it's not worth it.
Deng Pu did not understand. Perhaps only a Boundless Advanced Lockbreaker would be able to see the universe more clearly.
"If Mr. Jun manages to deal with that person, does Master really plan on helping him become a Boundless Advanced Lockbreaker?" Deng Pu was puzzled.
Saul's lips curled up. "He's just a clown. At most, he'll be able to reach Four Stars. Without a lockbreaking tool, he won't even reach Four Stars, let alone Boundless Advanced. This kind of person only needs illusions, so what's the point of giving it to him?"
"Then what about True Insight?"
"You're asking too many questions." Saul's tone was stern.
Deng Pu hurriedly lowered his head and admitted his mistake.
"Although there aren't many Lockbreakers in the Outerverse who can threaten you, and I've already dealt with those from the older generation, there are still some people that you have to be careful of. For example, Xi Qi. That fish of hers is very strange, so it's best if you don't let her appear," Saul sternly warned.
Deng Pu hurriedly agreed.
The decennial Lockbreaker Competition would usually attract many Lockbreakers to participate, and the weakest participating Lockbreakers were Three Stars or Discerning Elementary Lockbreakers. However, this competition was different, as even many One Star Discerning Elementary Lockbreakers were participating. The reason for this was that the Innerverse and Outerverse had been separated, and many Lockbreakers felt that this was their opportunity. There were not that many powerful Lockbreakers participating, so the competition was much smaller.
At Sourcepeak Planet's space station, spacecraft after spacecraft lined up to enter, extending into outer space.
Lockbreakers were not the only ones participating in the Lockbreaker Competition, as this was an opportunity for Lockbreakers to expand their influence. Thus, many important figures were invited to participate, such as the most famous Outerverse's Four Great Corporations or some weave's leading powers.
Inside a small spacecraft, a youth held his head high as several lackeys took turns to flatter him.
"Big Brother will definitely amaze the world this time and become the youngest champion in the history of the Lockbreaker Competition."
"That's right, Big Brother will definitely be able to suppress everyone and increase his level. He'll also gain the favor of the President and Vice President, enter the Hall of Insight, marry a beautiful genius, and reach the pinnacle of life."
"Big Brother, when the time comes, don't forget about your lackeys who are working hard to serve you. Let us congratulate Big Brother on your victory and for your name to shake the heavens."
"Victory and for your name to shake the heavens."
"Hahahaha." The youth laughed heartily and patted his lackey's head. "Don't be too proud. Pride will only make you fall behind. Your big brother is only a two star Discerning Elementary Lockbreaker, and that's not enough, not enough. Hahahaha."
The surrounding lackeys' flattery poured down like a waterfall, and the youth's heart was bursting with joy.
Suddenly, the youth looked out into outer space with a stunned expression, and his expression gradually changed.
The surrounding lackeys were puzzled. "Big Brother, what are you looking at?
I'll help you. "
The youth pointed at a man standing in outer space. "Him, him!" The lackey stepped forward and suddenly shouted, "That brat, our big brother is calling for you! Come here!" The youth was almost frightened to death, and he quickly pressed his lackey down and bowed apologetically towards outer space. The man in outer space only glanced at him and then ignored him. He then took a step forward and disappeared.
The lackey was almost suffocated by the youth's pressure, and his face turned red. "Big … Big Brother, what's wrong?"
When the youth saw that the man had left, he relaxed and glared at his lackey. "You almost got me killed."
The surrounding lackeys blinked in confusion.
"Do you know who he is?
He's Metal Straight! "the youth shouted with an ugly expression.
The surrounding lackeys' eyes widened. "That's his name?"
"That's his title. Who knows his name? That person is a five star Discerning Elementary Lockbreaker and a Cruiser. Luckily, Big Brother reacted quickly, or else we wouldn't even know how we were killed," the youth said with some lingering fear.