"Light of the Ark, His Excellency Yin Luo." As this was a matter that involved more than one Cosmic Radiance, Yan Qing had no choice but to turn to Li Pin after much hesitation. After all, her own background amounted to just a single Cosmic Radiance. At that moment, Li Pin spoke. "Reincarnation... is it really that easy?" Having achieved major completion in the Endless Reincarnation Secret Art, he understood the aspects of Fortune it encompassed. Yet reincarnation itself.... Judging by this technique, even its creator—Supreme Dao Origin—only had a vague grasp of its power. This secret art might not represent the highest level of understanding Supreme Dao Origin had toward reincarnation. However, no matter how you looked at it, reincarnation was a force that even Supreme Dao Origin had yet to fully master. Under such circumstances, could a mere Cosmic Radiance... even if it stood at the pinnacle of strength in everyone's eyes, truly possess the qualifications to touch reincarnation? To seize its power and live a second life? Did he believe his talent to surpass even that of the Supremes, leaving them in the dust? Or... did he think those who hadn't even reached the Cosmic Radiance level were easy to deceive? That simply using some lofty justification and throwing out a concept beyond common comprehension would be enough to brush them off? Li Pin glanced at Yan Qing. "Throughout history, have there been many who broke free from reincarnation and lived a second life?" Yan Qing was momentarily stunned before quickly grasping his intention. "Not many.... In fact, extremely few had.... Those who have managed to live a second life all did so through sheer luck and coincidence. Their stories are widely known across the vast starry sky, endlessly discussed." "Then that settles it," Li Pin said. Wang Chuan frowned. "Prodigy Li? Are you suggesting I'm lying to you?" His expression darkened. "You yourself admitted that while those who reincarnate and live a second life are rare, they do exist. His Excellency Yin Luo is hailed as the Light of the Ark, renowned across the battlefield against the alien races. If, by some stroke of luck, he acquired a treasure that ensured his reincarnation, what is so unbelievable about that?" Yan Qing hesitated again. "Prodigy Li, rare doesn't mean it's impossible..." "The reason you think this way is because every case of reincarnation is widely known and revered. But in terms of pure numbers, those who live a second life are even rarer than those who achieve Supreme, Transcendent, or Highlord status," Li Pin stated. Wang Chuan let out a cold snort. "Prodigy Li, if the one inside wasn't truly His Excellency Yin Luo, then why would so much astral energy recognize him? Before long, even the inheritance core will be drawn to him, returning to his embrace. That alone is the best proof!" "Interfering with the inheritance left behind by a fallen Astral God is nearly impossible for those at the Starshine or Solar Flare level. But for a Cosmic Radiance... it's not out of the question." Li Pin paused slightly before continuing, "Especially a Cosmic Radiance who has mastered a Supreme Secret Art." "Hahaha! In the end, Prodigy Li, you just can't accept your own failure. Do you think it is that simple to interfere with the inheritance of a fallen Astral God?" The Eternal Solar Flare sneered. "If you think you can do it, then prove it!" "Very well," Li Pin replied calmly. He raised his hand and made a subtle motion. An invisible ripple emanated from his palm. These ripples were almost imperceptible to ordinary senses. Even experts like Yan Qing and Wang Chuan—both Eternal Solar Flares—could barely detect Li Pin's actions, let alone comprehend what he was truly doing. Yet, as these ripples spread, the astral energy and radiance that had been continuously flowing toward the distant Black Phoenix Planet suddenly shifted direction. As if drawn by a new force, they began to surge toward Li Pin instead. Wang Chuan's expression immediately darkened at the sight. Even Yan Qing's face showed a mix of shock and disbelief. "Prodigy Li... what are you...?" Li Pin remained composed, extending his hand as a vast amount of starlight gathered in his palm. Wang Chuan couldn't contain his unease. "What did you just do?" "Isn't it obvious?" Li Pin replied, his gaze steady. "That person isn't truly the reincarnation of Astral God Yin Luo. You simply used a method similar to mine to divert the astral energy toward him, creating the illusion that he is its rightful master." Wang Chuan's eyes flashed with anger. "You—" But then, he recalled Li Pin’s legendary feats and the rumors of his potential—that once he successfully condensed his True Spirit, he could ascend to the level of a Cosmic Tyrant. With this in mind, Wang Chuan suppressed his temper. He glanced at the rate at which Li Pin was gathering starlight. It wasn't as fast as what we had achieved using the Astral Formation. After a moment of silence, Wang Chuan spoke in a low, measured tone. "Prodigy Li, do not make baseless accusations. The astral energy choosing its master is proof enough that His Excellency Yin Luo's inheritance favors our candidate—his true reincarnation. "Everything we've done has been within the bounds of fair and legitimate competition. If you have no further business here, I suggest you leave. There's no need for unnecessary misunderstandings." He paused briefly before adding, "Of course, our earlier promise still stands. Whether it's Gaia's chosen candidate, Li Yunyao, or the Gaia Civilization itself, His Excellency Yin Luo's reincarnation will not act against them. You have my word on that." Your word? How could I trust you when you resorted to underhanded tactics at the final moment of the competition for Astral God Yin Luo's inheritance? How could I trust you to become Yin Luo's successor, with Li Yunyao's life—and the fate of the entire Gaia Civilization—resting in your hands? Li Pin dispersed the astral energy he had gathered using the fortune-manipulation method of Endless Reincarnation. "As expected, reasoning is futile," he said calmly. He raised his hand and pointed toward the spherical battleship. The moment he made this gesture, Wang Chuan raged, "Prodigy Li! Li Pin! What are you trying to do? Are you attempting to interfere with His Excellency Yin Luo's inheritance!?" Zi Zhongtian stepped forward, shouting, "What you're doing is preventing a Cosmic Radiance who has finally emerged from his second life from reclaiming his peak. This is tantamount to indirectly killing a Cosmic Radiance!" Li Pin paid no heed to these Eternal Solar Flares, whose combat-specialized avatars had yet to even descend. He simulated the traits of the Ruoxi Sword, rapidly compressing energy into a concentrated beam of sword light. As soon as it formed, it seemed to trigger a resonance with all surrounding matter and energy, indirectly amplifying its power. In the next instant, space and time distorted. The sword light, as if tearing through the barriers of time and space, traveled hundreds of thousands of miles in an instant, striking the spherical battleship. Wang Chuan, Zi Zhongtian, and the others were both shocked and furious. "Li Pin!" Almost simultaneously, a faint blue ripple spread across the battleship's surface, like a protective shield, completely neutralizing the attack that should have destroyed it. Then, a figure clad in a dark red robe, seemingly fully bathed in flames, stepped out from the battleship. The moment Yan Qing saw his distinctive attire, she immediately recognized him. "Light of the Mystic Flame!?" The Light of the Mystic Flame—Xi Xuanyan, a Cosmic Radiance powerhouse! The energy fluctuations emanating from him were staggering. Just the sheer intensity of his energy exceeded 300,000. With energy level amplification and the overwhelming might of a Cosmic Radiance wielding his True Spirit, his Power Level could easily reach 700,000, perhaps even 800,000, nearing the ultimate threshold of 900,000. This was the peak of what a Cosmic Radiance could achieve. Even someone as strong as Yan Qing couldn't help but feel the urge to retreat at this moment. "So, you've finally shown yourself," Li Pin said, his gaze burning as he looked at the figure. "Li Pin," Xi Xuanyan called calmly, meeting his eyes. "I have no desire to be your enemy. But before Yin Luo fell into Eternal Oblivion, he entrusted me with a solemn duty: to protect his reincarnation and ensure his smooth growth, allowing him to survive through his most vulnerable period. That is why I must intervene now." With a wave of his hand, he summoned a Solar Flare Divine Weapon. "This inheritance is of utmost importance to Yin Luo. I am willing to offer you this Divine Weapon as compensation for your losses in this struggle over the inheritance. "Furthermore, once you enter the Astral World, I will personally shield you for ten thousand stellar years, ensuring your rapid growth in the early stages. All I ask is for you to withdraw from this competition. What do you say?" Yan Qing quickly turned her gaze onto Li Pin. This was a Solar Flare Divine Weapon and ten thousand years of protection. For someone with immense potential but still in need of time to grow, these were invaluable. With the protection of a Cosmic Radiance for ten thousand years, he could survive the most challenging early stages. If his talent was exceptional, he might even break through the barrier of condensing a True Spirit and ascend to Cosmic Radiance, securing a place among the upper echelons of the Astral World. For a Cosmic Radiance to make such an offer... it was already a significant display of sincerity. Yet, Li Pin's expression remained unchanged. He looked at Xi Xuanyan and said, "Since you are supporting your chosen contender for Astral God Yin Luo's inheritance, and I also want the one I support to become the successor, then let's settle this in the most straightforward way." He raised his hand, making a gesture. "A fight. If you win, not only will the inheritance be yours, but if you wish to vent your anger by crushing me, Li Yunyao, or even the entire Gaia civilization into dust, I will accept it as my own failure. But if you lose..." His gaze shifted to the spherical battleship. It was embedded with a formation specifically designed to channel astral energy, seemingly built upon an object akin to an inheritance core—a key artifact belonging to Astral God Yin Luo. "I will destroy it completely." Yan Qing's pupils dilated sharply. What—!? He’s challenging a Cosmic Radiance?! A Divine Being is challenging a Cosmic Radiance's combat-specialized avatar!? Xi Xuanyan remained silent for several breaths before finally letting out a sigh. "I knew it..." After a moment, he slowly raised his head and looked at Li Pin. "You have great potential. Based on your remarkable performance in the Heavenly Prison World, if given enough time, your future achievements could at least reach the level of a Cosmic Tyrant..." As he spoke, the aura around him began to shift. A terrifying pressure, sharp and oppressive, surged forth. "But... do you truly understand? Potential means nothing on its own! If you fail to grow, it doesn't matter if you could one day become a Tyrant, or even ascend to the highest peak. It means nothing!" In the next moment, his already oppressive aura skyrocketed, transforming into an overwhelming force, vast and majestic, radiating from him like an unstoppable tide. "Today, I will make you understand the price a prodigy who has yet to mature must pay for recklessly challenging a Cosmic Radiance!"