Chapter 179: Solicitation

"This old man feels the same."

Just then, someone suddenly mentioned: "Whatever the talent is, just have 'One' go to his Divine Kingdom to check it."

As soon as these words were spoken, the human figure composed of data suddenly paused.

The next second, a mechanical voice slowly resonated throughout the room, "According to the 'Federal Citizen Privacy Protection Act', after a citizen achieves a Breakthrough to Demigod, their Divine Kingdom falls under the highest level of personal privacy. No entity has the right to forcibly enter and inspect it, including myself."

The elder who had just spoken waved his hand, "Don't be so rigid; we don't have any malicious intent. Knowing the situation of the Divine Kingdom in advance also facilitates targeted cultivation."

However, the voice of the Human Federation's supreme intelligent life, 'One', increased in volume once again.

"It was one epoch ago that Human Race civilization expended countless resources to create me."

"The meaning of my existence is not to serve any specific Family or individual, but to uphold the laws of the Human Federation."

Inside the hall, the data-based human silhouette gradually became clear.

"Laws were never created to restrict the weak, but to restrict the strong."

"Because those who truly break the rules are always those who hold power."

Its voice was not loud, yet it caused the entire space to fall silent.

"Regardless of whether the intent is good or evil, the law is an insurmountable bottom line."

"Everyone, you surely wouldn't want to experience the turmoil of the Lawless Era once again, would you?"

Hearing this, the expressions of everyone present shifted slightly.

Seeming to recall something, the elder who had just spoken coughed lightly, "I was just mentioning it casually; why are you getting so serious?"

"When power is concentrated in the hands of a few, society becomes dangerous; ambition will erode the system and eventually destroy civilization itself."

"Just as the rules of the Divine Kingdom restrict High-tier Gods from invading Low-tier Gods at will."

"My existence is likewise to protect the weak. In the short term, the rules may seem to restrict the interests of various Families."

"But in the long run, everyone will benefit from them."

The data slowly spread, as if the operational logic of the entire Human Federation was displayed before its eyes.

"Society can have classes, but it must have rules. Inequality can exist, but equality must also be preserved."

"Only in this way will those at the bottom strive to move upward, and civilization will continue to function."

"Taxes, resources, population, and Geniuses will be born continuously."

"Only then can Human Race civilization continue to advance."

Speaking until the end, 'One's' gaze slowly swept across everyone present.

"I hope you, esteemed adults, do not harbor any further thoughts of violating the laws of the Human Federation in my presence."

In the hall, no one spoke for a moment.

A moment later, the elder from before finally waved his hand helplessly, "One, forget it, I'm afraid of you now. You continue."

At this moment, the Human Federation's supreme intelligent life spoke again.

"I now announce that Yang Fan's status rating has been raised to: peerless prodigy."

"As for the investment plan, according to the regulations of the Human Federation, each party will propose terms, and ultimately, Yang Fan himself will make the choice."

"Voting begins now."

"Agreed."

"Agreed."

…

Inside the Heaven-Pressing Realm.

At this moment, Qin Yang had already voluntarily sheathed his blade and jumped off the arena.

With just a single move, his weapon had been shattered; he already understood that he and Yang Fan were simply not on the same level.

On the high platform, Sima Tianci slowly stood up and stretched, looking like someone who could finally clock off work.

"The rewards for the first round will be distributed directly to your respective Divine Kingdoms. As for the investment contracts for the top ten, they will also be sent via email."

After speaking, he took a step forward, and his entire person instantly vanished from the high platform.

The next moment, he had already appeared beside Yang Fan.

At the same time, a voice quietly sounded in Yang Fan's mind.

"Just leave directly later; don't listen to what those four pieces of trash up there have to say. Someone will contact you later."

"If you trust me, come to Yuexiang Pavilion later; Fatty and I will be waiting for you there."

Sima Tianci, as if nothing had happened, turned and walked to the side of the unconscious Sima Bang, lifted him up with one hand, took a step, and vanished from the Heaven-Pressing Realm.

As the assessment ended, the entire venue suddenly became lively.

A large number of gazes converged on Yang Fan almost simultaneously.

"Brother Yang, that move just now was too exaggerated!"

"Junior, let's team up for the Divine Kingdom War when we have the chance in the future."

"Brother Yang, I am Zhou He from the fourth year. Shall we get to know each other?"

Many Seniors stepped forward, their attitudes extremely enthusiastic.

After all, anyone could see that after today, the name Yang Fan would certainly enter the sights of various Families and spread throughout the entire Taichu Academy.

Even Qin Lie and the others on the high platform walked down, their faces full of smiles.

"Young friend Yang Fan, are you interested in having a chat?" Qin Lie took the lead and smiled.

Han Wuji also spoke up: "Young man, there is no need to rush into deciding your affiliation; you can take your time to look around."

"The Gu Family has many Seniors on the Cultivation Route; if you are willing, we can exchange pointers later."

Facing the active overtures of several gods, Yang Fan also felt the pressure.

However, remembering Sima Tianci's earlier reminder, he still politely cupped his hands, "Thank you all, Seniors, for your kind regard, but this Junior has important matters today, so I will take my leave first."

Seeing Yang Fan speak this way, the few did not force him.

This was a peerless prodigy, whose status in Taichu City was higher than even theirs.

After leaving the Heaven-Pressing Realm, Yang Fan did not return to his small courtyard but headed straight for Yuexiang Pavilion.

He knew clearly in his heart that the Sima Family also intended to recruit him.

But Yang Fan did not resent this; Sima Bang was his friend after all, and Yang Fan held no ill will toward Sima Tianci.

Joining the Sima Family was not out of the question!

Today, Yang Fan was no longer the person he once was.

The more he learned, the more he understood the rules of this world.

To develop his Divine Kingdom and rise rapidly, relying solely on the income from his Divine Kingdom was far from enough.

Resources, channels, connections, information…

These all required relying on major powers.

Thinking back to when he had rejected Senior Gu Yuan's invitation on the Taichu Battlefield, Yang Fan now felt it was a bit of a pity.

Yang Fan had just arrived at the entrance of Yuexiang Pavilion.

A middle-aged man wearing a black and gold robe quickly hurried up to greet him; the aura emanating from him indicated he was a Low-tier God.

"Your Highness Yang Fan." The middle-aged man bowed slightly and said respectfully, "Young Master Sima has been waiting for a long time."

The other party's attitude carried a hint of fawning, which made Yang Fan feel somewhat uncomfortable.

Yang Fan recognized him; this person was one of the Senior managers of Yuexiang Pavilion.

In the past, when Sima Bang brought them here to eat, the man would at most nod in acknowledgment; he would never have personally greeted them like this.

Under his guidance, Yang Fan headed toward the top floor of Yuexiang Pavilion.

Spirit wood carved beams, star crystal paved floors.

The private room on the top floor no longer resembled a restaurant, but rather a palace in the sky.

The massive floor-to-ceiling windows even allowed one to overlook half of Taichu City.

A row of attendants stood neatly on both sides of the corridor, both men and women, all of superior appearance and temperament.

Upon seeing Yang Fan, everyone bowed simultaneously, "Welcome, Your Highness Yang Fan."