Chapter 102
Chapter 102: The Yun Mo Inheritance
As Luo Feng departed with the Golden Horned Beast, a faint smile played on Qin Mu's lips. The Yun Mo inheritance was now securely in his hands, and he had already informed Luo Feng about their impending contact with the wider universe.
However, Luo Feng was destined to miss this initial opportunity. Possessing a Golden Horned Beast, even a newly hatched one, was no simple feat. With the soul imprint, Luo Feng would undoubtedly succeed in the possession, but mastering the beast's body and organizing its inherited memories would take several months. After the possession, Luo Feng, true to his character and out of loyalty to his family and his identity as an Earthling, would undoubtedly choose to nurture his original human body. This process would take at least eight months, totaling nearly a year.
This delay was part of Qin Mu's plan. While he trusted Luo Feng, he had reservations about Babata. With a year's buffer, Qin Mu would have ample time to establish a foothold in the universe. The Swarm, now unchallenged, could freely propagate within a one-light-year radius of Earth. In a year's time, Qin Mu's strength would be unimaginable.
As for Luo Feng forgoing the possession to join Qin Mu in exploring the universe? That was impossible. Babata would never allow it. If such a scenario arose, it would only mean Babata had ulterior motives, and Qin Mu would have no choice but to eliminate it. Once Luo Feng successfully possessed the Golden Horned Beast, Babata would be irrevocably tied to him, eliminating any chance of betrayal. With the entire Yun Mo inheritance at stake, the sunk cost was too great for Babata to risk. Its best course of action would be to wholeheartedly nurture Luo Feng, hoping he would eventually reach immortality.
In fact, once the Pinnacle Battle commenced and Luo Feng joined the Virtual Universe Company, Babata's role would diminish, and their positions would reverse. For Luo Feng, this transaction was a windfall. He had gained one of the universe's most powerful bloodlines and its complete inheritance without any personal cost, paving a smooth path to becoming a powerhouse. By possessing the Golden Horned Beast early and gaining exposure to the universe ahead of time, Luo Feng might achieve even greater success in the Pinnacle Genius Battle. Given Luo Feng's character, he would only feel gratitude toward Qin Mu, with no ulterior motives.
This was the advantage of having a god's-eye view. No one else would so readily hand over a Golden Horned Beast and its inheritance. It was also why Qin Mu dared to be sincere with Luo Feng, Hong, Lei Shen, and Jia Yi.
"First, I'll study the Yun Mo inheritance, then arrange for its dissemination," Qin Mu thought. He had no intention of monopolizing the inheritance. As he had told Luo Feng, it would serve as Earth's foundation. This knowledge wouldn't be limited to Hong, Lei Shen, and Jia Yi but would be spread widely. Qin Mu believed that Earth held more than just a few geniuses. Those who had reached the planetary level without any inheritance were truly exceptional. With the Yun Mo inheritance and the unique advantages of Earthlings' souls, humanity could firmly establish itself in the universe and strive for greater heights.
A spatial ring on Qin Mu's finger shimmered, and the Crescent Moon Disk materialized from the void. Qin Mu stepped onto it and flew toward the nearest planetary-level nest. The spatial ring had been obtained from Babata. The list Qin Mu had given Babata included not only the ring but also 10,000 Mu Ya Crystals, Earth's dark universe coordinates, star maps, technological data, and the highest authority over the bald crystal man in Ruin No. 9. The list was extensive, covering every possible resource Qin Mu could think of. Babata, eager for Luo Feng to begin the possession, had readily agreed without haggling.
Upon returning to the planetary-level nest, Qin Mu settled down to study the Yun Mo inheritance. While not as vast as the Bug or Golden Horned Beast inheritances, it still required considerable time to fully comprehend. Unlike Luo Feng, who had Babata's guidance, Qin Mu relied on the Swarm's assistance, which made the process much faster.
The Yun Mo inheritance encompassed both warrior and spirit master cultivation methods, with the latter being particularly significant. Huyan Bo, the master of Yun Mo, had been a powerful spirit master. In the universe, warriors and spirit masters were equally formidable, though spirit masters employed more varied and esoteric techniques. Warriors needed to focus on spirit and willpower to advance, while spirit masters had to strengthen their bodies and genetic energy. These elements were interconnected and mutually reinforcing.
"Indeed, the warrior techniques here far surpass those on Earth. The strongest methods on Earth only achieve a sevenfold amplitude, but in the Yun Mo inheritance, the average for an Apprentice Level 9 is a tenfold amplitude. The genetic energy cultivation methods are also far more profound."
"The spirit master inheritance includes the 'Controller,' 'Illusionist,' and 'Miscellaneous.' These are the essence of the Yun Mo inheritance."
"Techniques like 'Soul Imprint,' 'Void Tower,' 'Possession,' and 'Hexagram'... These will be incredibly useful to me."
As Qin Mu delved deeper, he marveled at the depth and breadth of the Yun Mo inheritance. Techniques like 'Soul Imprint,' though seemingly redundant given his Zerg assimilation abilities, actually enhanced his Zerg transformation. 'Void Tower,' while less useful for the Swarm, still offered benefits for his human body. These techniques, challenging for most, were easily mastered by Qin Mu with the Swarm's assistance.
"For most spirit masters, the 'Miscellaneous Chapter' might be more important, but for me, the 'Controller' and 'Illusionist' hold greater value. With my Zerg Overlord's soul talent, mastering the 'Illusionist' is effortless, and the 'Controller' benefits immensely from the nest's computational power. Studying both ensures I don't waste my potential."
"Even a preliminary study has significantly boosted my strength. A complete inheritance truly accelerates one's growth."
With the Zerg, Golden Horned Beast, and Yun Mo inheritances, Qin Mu's power was advancing rapidly every day. He had a clear path forward, free from uncertainty.
"It's time to contact Hong, Lei Shen, and Jia Yi. With this inheritance, their strength will also grow swiftly."
Qin Mu mused. In the original timeline, Hong and Lei Shen had also accessed this inheritance, which had greatly accelerated their progress in the universe. Their talents were exceptional—Hong eventually became a True God, and Lei Shen a Cosmic Sovereign. Jia Yi, though slightly less gifted, was still formidable. Unlike Hong and Lei Shen, who focused solely on cultivation, Jia Yi dedicated much of his energy to managing China, leaving less time for personal growth.
By sharing the inheritance, they could learn from each other, further enhancing their strength. With several years to study the Yun Mo inheritance, they might achieve even greater success in the upcoming Genius War. The difference between being nurtured by a major faction and struggling alone was immense.
As the Swarm's Overlord, Qin Mu preferred collective wisdom and strength over solitary endeavors. Beyond Hong and Lei Shen, he had assembled a team of Earth's brightest minds to accompany him into the universe. They would serve as his advisors, gathering information and strategizing. Unlike slaves bought through coercion or brainwashing, Qin Mu trusted his idealistic and loyal compatriots.
"I've secured the method to enter the universe and the cultivation inheritance. Come meet me."
Qin Mu contacted Hong, Lei Shen, and Jia Yi simultaneously. During their previous meeting at the Mars base, he had hinted at these developments but had kept the details vague. Now, it was time to reveal everything.
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