The Seventh Base

Erin Uranos conveyed the message on behalf of Xu Mo, expressing willingness to spar with Lowell.

The news quickly spread, and for a time, everyone in the Mystic God Temple was eagerly anticipating it.

In the previous session, Augustus topped the leaderboard, but in the subsequent rankings, Xu Mo was ranked first, while Lowell was the first-ranked Transcendent of this session.

Therefore, this battle could be described as a clash between the two session leaders. As for Zero, people tactically ignored him, after all, he was the fierce person who could slay Oxso.

Additionally, ever since Xu Mo showcased his extraordinary combat power over a year ago at the Ten Temple Alliance, he rarely appeared, focusing on cultivation. Everyone was curious about his current level.

The newcomers to this session's Mystic God Temple were even more expectant. Lowell, as the first of this session, held a very high position in their minds, with exceptional combat power, ranked fifth at the Ten Temple Alliance.

They even wondered if the standard of this session was higher, which led to last session having a first and a third in rankings.

Once Lowell and Xu Mo face off, it should become clear.

"Senior Brother Xu Mo, I am Lowell."

In the room, Xu Mo, who had just finished cultivating, saw a message from Lowell. Erin had given him Xu Mo's contact information. As Xu Mo entered the Mystic God Temple a year earlier, addressing him as "Senior Brother" was appropriate, regarded as a respectful term.

"Junior Brother Lowell," Xu Mo replied.

"Senior Brother Xu Mo, even before entering the Mystic God Temple over a year ago, I often heard your and Senior Sister Ling's names and always wanted to ask for your guidance. I hope Senior Brother Xu Mo won't mind," Lowell seemed very courteous.

As the son of the Governor, receiving the best education and cultivation resources from a young age, Lowell excelled in various aspects.

He was inherently a proud person but knew well that achieving third place in the Mystic God Temple at the Ten Temple Alliance, and losing only to a genius like Oxso, being the Governor's son was not something worth flaunting. After all, if Xu Mo became a disciple of the top ten Hall Masters, he would hold a high status everywhere and would not seek help from him.

Therefore, within the Mystic God Temple, Lowell maintained respect for his talented senior, Xu Mo.

"It's no bother; I've been sealed off in training and haven't followed much outside news. It was Erin who informed me that this session has an extraordinarily talented newcomer, seizing a seat in the top five of the Ten Temple Alliance, a commendable feat. If you want to spar with me, there's no problem," Xu Mo replied, speaking neither arrogantly nor meekly, engaging in conversation as a senior.

Lowell didn't expect Xu Mo to be so agreeable, likely a straightforward person, and responded, "Since Senior Brother Xu Mo said so, I won't be polite. How about setting a time?"

It's clear he was somewhat eager to try.

"Anytime works for me," Xu Mo said. "Junior Brother, do you want to spar privately or…?"

"No need," Lowell understood Xu Mo's implication and replied, "In the last battle, I lost to Senior Augustus. Sparring with Senior Brother Xu Mo is purely for learning, defeat is inevitable. I just hope Senior Brother Xu Mo won't hold back, allowing me to see the gap clearly."

Although Lowell's tone was courteous, he was indeed eager, as the outcome was still unknown until they fought.

Yet, he was being honest; defeat is normal, so there's no need to hide.

"Alright," Xu Mo said. "How about now?"

"Fine," Lowell agreed, and the two immediately headed out.

After Xu Mo and Lowell left, the news quickly spread within the Mystic God Temple, attracting a lot of attention.

In no time, transcendents from both sessions at the Mystic God Temple stopped what they were doing, with some even being called out from their cultivation, heading to the Trial Ground.

When Xu Mo arrived at the Trial Ground, a large crowd had already gathered, creating a lively atmosphere.

"Xu Mo," a figure approached, surprisingly Hudson, coming to join the fun. "It's been a while since I've seen you fight. I heard you're going to battle Lowell, so I came to take a look."

"Hudson, you enjoy joining the excitement, why not try yourself?" asked Xu Mo

"I don't mind, but this session's genius Lowell is very proud, having directly challenged Augustus, and now it's your turn," Hudson replied.

"We can spar later," said Xu Mo.

"Sure," Hudson nodded.

Many greeted Xu Mo, to which he responded one by one.

In a place like the Mystic God Temple, the cultivators inside are not ordinary people. As long as there's no conflict of interest, Xu Mo would not easily make enemies and could make friends if possible.

He plans to develop a group in the future, and having a strong network can be nothing but beneficial.

"Lowell is here," a voice announced, and turning around, they saw a handsome blond young man walking over. He appeared very young, sunny but steady, with an extraordinary aura, embodying a hint of sharpness typical of a talented individual.

"Senior Brother Xu Mo, I've always wanted to meet you," said Lowell, walking directly toward Xu Mo and extending his hand.

"Erin speaks very highly of you, Junior Brother," Xu Mo smiled, replying.

"Really?" Erin Uranos, who had walked over, murmured to herself, not recalling this.

"After you, Senior Brother Xu Mo," Lowell gestured.

"Together," Xu Mo said as he walked towards the practical combat field, with Lowell following.

Hudson observed with a glint of sharpness in his eyes. Although Lowell showed respect towards Xu Mo, he did not hide his spirit, evidently eager to clash with him.

However, Hudson showed an intrigued expression.

Today's proud Governor's son seems bound to be 'educated.'

Hudson had witnessed Xu Mo's battle at the Ten Temple Alliance and knew how strong Xu Mo's combat power was. Moreover, what shocked him even more was Xu Mo's rate of progress, having undergone a transformation with just three months of cultivation before.

And now, he has been cultivating for over a year.

On the training ground, Lowell and Xu Mo stood opposite each other, surrounded by a protective shield.

"Senior Brother Xu Mo, please instruct me," Lowell said politely, but his sharp eyes revealed a hidden excitement, as if he was very much looking forward to this.

"Junior Brother, you can make the first move," Xu Mo replied.

"Alright, Senior Brother Xu Mo, be careful." As soon as Lowell finished speaking, a blinding light flashed, and in the next moment, thunder surged, sweeping outwards, filling the entire training ground with terrifying thunder power, occupying every corner.

Lowell's body floated up, his hands gently clasped together, and immediately thunder roared. It seemed as if he was clad in Thunder Armor, and his entire demeanor transformed in that moment, as a domineering aura emanated from him.

Lowell had been modifying his genes since he was young, possessing a Thunder Body, extremely domineering, in both attack and defense. He was also skilled in speed, with an extreme movement technique.

Xu Mo's perception expanded, and he naturally sensed that the Thunder Power in Lowell was far stronger than ordinary lightning, more domineering and carrying a destructive aura.

"Boom!"

With a clap of thunder, a light appeared where Lowell had been standing. His body vanished from the spot, appearing in front of Xu Mo the next moment, as if teleporting, his movement speed was no less than any opponent Xu Mo had encountered at the Ten Temple Alliance a year ago.

Of course, now Lowell was SS-rank.

Lowell's arm transformed into lightning and launched a strike, so fast that the crowd couldn't react.

"Sizzle sizzle..."

"Boom."

With a loud bang, a destructive storm swept through, and countless beams of falling lightning appeared before Xu Mo, forming a brilliant Thunder God's Shield.

Lowell retreated the moment he touched it, his figure disappearing, returning to his original position.

His eyes slightly changed, staring at the terrifying falling lightning in front of Xu Mo, as if it could cut through space, each strand of lightning containing terrifying destructive power.

"Asura."

Lowell stared at Xu Mo's body, seeing him floating up, surrounded by terrifying lightning, destructive lightning falling on him, making him resemble a Thunder God.

The Combat Skill Shura, only unlocked by the true teachings of the Mystic God Temple, was naturally recognized by Lowell, who was also a true inheritor of the Mystic God Temple.

"Boom."

Lowell extended his hand, and domineering thunder flowed crazily in his palm, then condensed into an extremely violent Thunder God's Spear.

He thrust the spear forward, pointing at Xu Mo, and with an explosive sound, his body vanished without a trace. He didn't attack immediately, but beams of light and shadows appeared in the battlefield, moving so quickly that the people around couldn't catch his figure.

Xu Mo stood motionless, and suddenly, a burst of explosive energy swept down from above, piercing through the Thunder God's Shield.

"Bang."

A loud bang echoed, the spear grazed Xu Mo's shoulder, Xu Mo slightly leaned forward, and punched, sending Lowell flying, his arm feeling like it was about to split, bringing a sharp pain.

Lowell was astonished. Xu Mo had caught his figure and reacted in an instant, moving his body and slightly shifting at the moment Lowell thrust the spear, then moving forward to punch in one smooth motion.

Their actions were so fast that the spectators couldn't clearly see before it ended.

"Whew..." Lowell took a deep breath, his eyes unprecedentedly serious, staring at Xu Mo, moving his body again, this time without any feints, directly thrusting his spear straight forward, aiming directly at Xu Mo.

A beam of lightning and a spear shadow appeared in the air, relentless, but stabbed into the Thunder God's Shield. The shield in front of Xu Mo was pierced, yet transformed into a terrifying lightning vortex, slowing down Lowell's spear.

Raising his head, he saw Xu Mo's eyes. In an instant, it was as if a terrifying Thunder God stepped into his mind, planting a bolt of lightning in his Spiritual Sea.

Xu Mo took a step forward, punching, striking Lowell once again back to his original position.

Lowell's body formed an arc, then slowly stood straight, his gaze at Xu Mo filled with shock. Although he remained unharmed, Lowell knew clearly that Xu Mo was holding back all along, truly instructing him.

Though Lowell knew it was highly unlikely that he could surpass Xu Mo, he still harbored a glimmer of hope, at least, not expecting such a vast gap.

After all, he and Xu Mo were of the same rank.

His killer moves and speed seemed irrelevant before Xu Mo, completely countered.

The surrounding people were equally astonished; Xu Mo's combat power was tremendously strong.

"Senior Brother Xu Mo, I want to try one more spear, can you not hold back?" Lowell asked.

"Alright," Xu Mo nodded.

Lowell thrust his spear, and the entire training ground's thunder rampaged, turning into a spear's might, shooting forth as his body became a stream of light, man and spear as one, slicing through the void, aiming at Xu Mo.

"Boom."

A sharp pain struck, Lowell's spear stabbing into empty air. He looked at where Xu Mo hit his abdomen and felt deep despair.

In the next moment, his body was sent flying, crashing against the protective shield, spitting blood.

Insta-killed!