The supreme universe was very mysterious, considered a legend to the creatures of the Sea of Chaos.
Austin had no idea that the middle-aged man in front of him was from a supreme universe.
"My master had ruled the Sword Cosmos for countless years, and we lived a prosperous and carefree
life.
However, after some time, something unexpected happened.
One day, out of nowhere, a mysterious cave appeared in the Sword Cosmos.
The entrance to this cave was full of all kinds of abnormal visions.
Even my master couldn't see through the cave.
Later, out of curiosity and badly wanting to explore inside, he entered the cave.
But unfortunately, to this day, he has never returned.
In order to find him, my three eldest senior comrades risked going inside the cave.
And like my master, they have never returned either.
Only the two of us remained to oversee and take care of everything in the Sword Cosmos.
Later, the only remaining senior comrade of mine also took the risk and entered the cave. As expected,
he disappeared and was never seen again.
Because of this, I was the only one left in the Sword Cosmos to preside over the affairs of the entire
cosmos.
The news of their disappearance had never been announced to the public, because I couldn't allow the
others to know that my master had disappeared. He was the only one who could keep everything under
control. There would be chaos if anyone found out that he was gone.
In effect, everyone in the Sword Cosmos thought that my master and four seniors were merely
cultivating in seclusion.
Then after another several million years, suddenly, news spread in the Sword Cosmos that my master
and his four disciples had died.
After the news got out and spread like wildfire, none of the sects and clans listened to my orders
anymore. Instead, they began to create trouble and fight against each other for leadership and
dominance of the cosmos.
Several powerful sects even joined forces to gather a large number of people and organize some sort
of mutiny to challenge my ruling authority.
Fortunately, I was able to lead my master's remaining subordinates to fight against them.
Because of this, the Sword Cosmos fell into complete chaos, with wars and battles erupting
everywhere.
At one point, several big clans colluded with other powerful clans from other supreme cosmoses and
invaded the Sword Cosmos.
The Sword Cosmos was already a mess at that time and was unable to deal with the invasion of other
supreme cosmoses. Not surprisingly, it was easily defeated.
I was also besieged by a large number of masters and I was seriously injured.
It was then that I knew, we couldn't win. So with a heavy heart, I sent out one of my spiritual avatars to
the Ice Palace along with the Ice Sword Cosmos to hide."
The middle-aged man told Austin his background in detail.
It was evident in his melancholic eyes that recalling the past for him was very painful.
"I see. Thank you for sharing your story,"
Austin murmured as he learned everything he needed to know.
He didn't expect that a once prosperous supreme cosmos would spiral into such turmoil.
"Sir, let me know. Do you want me to avenge you?"
he asked.
"No.
Young man, to be honest, although you seem to be extremely talented, I know that it's almost
impossible for you to avenge me.
When this avatar of mine left the Sword Cosmos, I was in a hurry.
It was too late! I did not have time to take away the spiritual tablets of my master and the four other
seniors.
They are very important to me.
Before my master and four seniors set out for the cave, they all left a spiritual soul mark on the tablets.
So, if it is possible for you to go to the Sword Cosmos in the future and help me bring back the tablets, I
would deeply appreciate it,"
the middle-aged man said.
"Sir, I am sure that you are stronger than me.
Why don't you go yourself?"
Austin asked in confusion.
"It's quite impossible for me to go back. My enemies are too familiar with the aura of my spiritual soul.
As soon as I return, they will be able to detect my presence and there is no way that I would be able to
avoid them.
What's more, when this spiritual avatar escaped from the Sword Cosmos, it was almost completely
destroyed. I could only use the sword auras left by the dead sword cultivators in this shrine to gradually
heal myself.
The moment I leave this place, it won't be long before this spiritual avatar will dissipate,"
the middle-aged man replied.
"Young man, are you willing to do me this favor?
But I have to remind you that in the Sword Cosmos, danger lurks in every corner.
With your current strength, when you enter, it is very likely that you would die at any time."
He looked at Austin expectantly.
"Sir, don't worry about me. I have decided to help you!"
Austin thought for a moment and nodded in agreement eventually.
The Sword Cosmos was a supreme cosmos.
He had always been curious about it.
If the opportunity presented itself, he would grab the chance to explore it a bit.
Moreover, in return, he could get the lifelong cultivation base of this powerful swordsman in front of him.
It was too good to pass up.
"You didn't even flinch at the possible danger and even death. This is the most basic quality of a sword
cultivator.
Well, you didn't disappoint me. I am quite happy with your decision.
From here on, I shall impart to you my entire swordsmanship cultivation base,"
the middle-aged man declared.
"Thank you so much, sir!"
Austin was overjoyed.
With such a turn of events, he sent a message to Isis and Winnie, telling them to go back first.
Afterward, he remained in the sword shrine and began to cultivate his swordsmanship.
During his time in the temple, the days passed slowly.
However, with so much to learn, half a year had passed without him noticing.
Meanwhile, during that same period, the allied army had been staying in the Ice Palace and remained
inside.
This was according to Austin's strict orders.
Then one day, six armies quietly gathered around the Ice Palace.
Rows upon rows of soldiers, all dressed in bronze armor, stood by the palace gates, holding weapons
in their hands. The dull and icy luster reflecting from the sharp blades made them look cold and
terrifying.
In the vast chaotic void, the six armies, consisting of countless creatures, began to surround the entire
Ice Palace perimeter in silence.
There were too many of them, all densely packed in neat rows, overwhelming and murderous, making
anyone who saw it shiver with fear.
In no time, they had surrounded the Ice Palace completely.
"Austin, you brat! Come out with your allied army and meet your death!"
A loud roar rang out.
The sound waves were heavy and dense like solid thunderbolts, shaking the whole Ice Palace.
All of a sudden, everyone in the six armies roared at the same time, "Get out you damn coward and
die!"
As a result, the Ice Palace shook from what appeared to be a violent earthquake that rumbled and
shook.
"Damn it! They are from the six super forces!"
In the Ice Palace, the senior leaders of the allied army all realized what was happening as they
screamed in horror.
"Where are the people that we sent out to stand sentry? Why haven't they come back to report?"
one of them yelled out in terror.
"Our sentries seem to have all been killed!"
Another leader unleashed his spiritual sense and soon got to know what was going on at the frontlines.
"Don't panic, everyone. Leader Austin will be out soon. Have faith that he will be able to handle this!"
another one said loudly, trying to calm and soothe everyone.
"Yes, you're right. There's nothing to be afraid of, now that Leader Austin is with us!"
The other senior leaders calmed down, remembering that a powerful being like Austin was on their
side.
"Okay, all is not lost. Immediately organize our people to fight back."
The senior leaders of the allied army took action as well. They needed to protect themselves well, even
before Austin showed up.
Soon, tens of thousands of Austin's divine god slaves, tens of thousands of divine gods, and the entire
allied army began to move, forming a defensive array.
"Austin, you fool! Do you think that will stop us? If you don't come out soon, you will leave us no choice!
We will break into your stronghold!"
Roaring threats, full of expletives came from outside the Ice Palace.
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