The War Alliance has dominated the cosmos for countless years, with various divine wonders truly opening Jiang Shu’s eyes, and at the same time making him realize the gap between Jiuyu Commerce Alliance and these top-tier cosmic powers like the War Alliance.

"Brother, this way."

Zhan Feng and Zhan Yun, siblings, approached Jiang Shu and whispered.

Both of them were dressed in magnificent attire today, exuding a noble aura.

The War Alliance was vast, but those who could attend this banquet were all renowned figures, either famous Supreme Geniuses or ancient monstrosities. However, when Jiang Shu and the Wind Cloud Pride entered the venue, they became the center of attention.

"That is Jiang Shu. I saw him at the Deep Space Sea; he deserves the title of the first among the younger generation."

"It’s said he’s now at the Peak of the Tenth Realm and has begun comprehending Space Law. With his talent, he might become truly venerable in just a few years."

"His realm progresses rapidly, yet his foundation is stable. It’s said that even in the Deep Space Sea, a Mechanical Mother partially in the Venerable Realm wasn’t his match."

"That’s a Mechanical Mother we’re talking about."

Everyone discussed in whispers when they saw Jiang Shu, showering him with praises.

In the banquet’s center, a wine pool carved from a black hole hovered.

Flowing within was not ordinary wine but Netherworld Brew capable of corroding space.

As disciples of the War Alliance raised their glasses for a drink, their shadows twisted into various Fierce Beast forms on the pool’s surface.

"Look over there."

Zhan Feng suddenly whispered, lowering his voice.

Following the direction pointed, Jiang Shu noticed a figure shrouded in gray mist standing at the corner of the great hall.

The shadow extending from that figure’s feet surprisingly had the form of an Asura with three heads and six arms.

"That’s the War Cave Tomb Guardian, rumored to possess the first Alliance Hierarch’s battle blood within."

When Zhan Jiuxiao raised a toast, Jiang Shu noticed that the wine in his cup reflected not the banquet scene but countless broken Star Systems.

Even more spine-chilling was the sight of patterns resembling the Doomsday Sect marks faintly spreading among the shattered stars.

The banquet reached its peak atmosphere.

Zhan Jiuxiao stood at the main position, holding a Token crafted from the Star Core, emitting the radiant glow of law.

His voice wasn’t loud, yet it was like a resounding bell, penetrating the noise, reaching every strong ear clearly:

"Jiang Shu, at the Deep Space Sea, reversed the tide, uncovered the Doomsday Sect conspiracy, and saved elites of various tribes from peril!"

"Further, at the Eternal Tower, he reached the top of the Eighth Heaven, pioneering a millennium!"

"Such achievements, such talent, are the fortune of the Human Clan, the light of the cosmos!"

"To honor his merits and enhance our Human Clan’s prestige, today, by the authority of the War Alliance Vice Leader, I bestow upon Jiang Shu the position of Outer Elder of the War Alliance!"

"May he enjoy all privileges and resource offerings of our War Alliance Elder, hoping he will be the pillar of the stream, adding glory to our Human Clan!"

His gaze swept across the venue, each word carried tremendous weight.

As his voice fell, the Star Token spontaneously rose, hovering before Jiang Shu.

The Token was ancient, the front interwoven with battle axe and star patterns, while the back was inscribed with an old "War" character, exuding immense battle intent and vast space fluctuation.

It was not just a symbol of status but a powerful Secret Treasure, containing part of the War Alliance’s Formation authority and vast space coordinate information.

This Elder position, although an outer status, was within the War Alliance, and wherever one went, they were esteemed figures. Jiang Shu wasn’t truly part of the War Alliance, so this was indeed the highest position given to him.

Jiang Shu rose to his feet, under the profound scrutiny of the War Alliance’s old veterans, the burning fascination of peer geniuses, and the awe and contemplation of representatives from various tribes.

With a calm expression, he reached out to accept the Token.

Smooth to the touch, yet incredibly heavy, as if bearing the entire history of the War Alliance and the expectations of the Human Clan.

"Thanks to Uncle Zhan for the generous gift, Jiang Shu will do his utmost."

He did not swear with excitement, but his tone was steady, with undeniable gravity.

Zhan Jiuxiao laughed aloud, "Good!"

"Come, everyone, drink together!"

"Celebrating the addition of a pillar to our War Alliance, celebrating the thriving fortune of the Human Clan!"

Once more, the venue erupted with jubilant cheers.

Yet Jiang Shu keenly noticed that the gazes falling on him grew deeper.

Outer Elder, a seemingly honorary position, but note that Jiang Shu had never been a member of the War Alliance.

This identity, this status, already signifies that the War Alliance will collaborate with Jiuyu Commerce Alliance, standing completely behind Jiang Shu!

A feast’s grandeur.

Accompanying the Vice Alliance Hierarch Zhan Jiuxiao’s declaration, the banquet soared fully into its climax.

The central Netherworld Brewing Pool, sculpted from a black hole, now emitted even richer ghostly light.

Attendants moved around, using silver ladles of special material to scoop the wine.

This wine did not flow like other liquids but rotated gradually in the cup, forming a miniature galactic vortex.

Occasionally, it splashed tiny spots of ghostly-blue star dust, each drop containing pure energy and faint Space Law Dao Rhythm.

Upon drinking, not only did the flavor linger on the lips and teeth, but it also felt as though one had swallowed a piece of cold starry sky, invigorating the Spirit.

The long tables surrounding the hall were piled with delicacies, resembling an Immortal’s feast.

The main dish was the Sky-breaking Ray roasted with the Star Core.

On a huge platter lay an Exotic Beast resembling a ray fish, its surface adorned with spatial rift patterns, grilled to a golden gleam, emitting a rich exotic fragrance mingled with pure Space Power.

This beast was born in the depths of Space Turbulence, its meat not only nourishing the body but also containing a trace of space affinity, greatly aiding the comprehension of Space Law.

Normally, only some Venerables and the Supreme Geniuses of major powers, ancient monstrosities, had the privilege to enjoy.

The Nine Revolutions Jade Marrow Soup, a delicious dish, was served in Cold Jade Bowls, its broth clear, revealing clusters of milky Jade Marrow Pearls, radiating soft vitality glow.

This soup, brewed with Ten Thousand Years Spirit Milk mixed with various rare jade marrow essences, was a supreme treasure for healing Dao injuries, stabilizing the Primordial Spirit, and extending life.

The Spirit Fruit platter offered fruits, each sparkling and transparent, varied in shape, surrounded by different attributes of Dao Rhythm brilliance.

Some resembled True Dragons, emitting fiery energy; some looked like green lotuses with water ripples; some bore tiny star-shaped fruits containing Star Power.

Each was the essence of heaven and earth, each of immense value, sought after by cultivators throughout their lives, now casually piled like ordinary household food, dazzling to behold.

Additionally, Void Mushroom Stew, Time Vine Mustard, Law Star Dew, and other wonders unheard of outside were continually presented. These originated in Secret Realms with abnormal time flow, imbued with faint insights into the Power of Time.

During the feast, Star Dust Dancers of the War Alliance performed.

They wore gauzy robes woven with starlight, their movements mist-like and illusory, gracefully dancing while intermittently tossing tiny star fragments. These fragments traced mysterious trajectories in the air, weaving into briefly dazzling Star Maps.

With every step taken, ripples appeared beneath their feet as if treading upon star rivers, their dance engaging an invisible spatial rhythm, resulting in a dual feast of visual and spatial perception.

A dreamlike intoxication.

From Xuanxing entering the Star Ruins Realm.

Jiang Shu felt, for the first time, the disparity between powers.

If one was within the War Alliance, even as an ordinary genius, as long as they had such a meal every so often, they could smoothly advance to the Tenth Realm.

Within the scene, amidst the dancers’ dance, there seemed to be hints of Dao Rhythms, as though inherited from extremely ancient times.

Cultivators lacking a firm mindset might even momentarily lose themselves, desiring to immerse within, unwilling to awaken.

The War Alliance’s foundation was profound, essentially all Human Clan’s strong figures were employed within, externally, the War Alliance had long become synonymous with the Human Clan.

Jiang Shu was not someone who hadn’t seen the world, yet witnessing this scene, he still felt a sense of awe.