Planet Master

During the stay at the Elven territory, Tatsumi managed to perfect the idea of the seventh to ninth heavenstage but lacked the energy to propel him to that level.

Beside him, his children became Rihanna's few friends.

It was the third day of their stay that Tatsumi got out of his seclusion and saw it.

“Well, look who is happy and joyful right now.” Tatsumi shook his head as he clicked his tongue.

“Father.” Tetsuya and Ivana greeted him formally.

They did this because of his strength and influence in the family. But Tatsumi wanted them to call him more casually. Sadly, both Charlene and Ame instructed them to call him with respect.

“Mister Tatsumi.” Rihana said with a newfound respect. Hearing his recent exploit in the Star Battle caused her to equate him with the most respected figure in her race.

“What are you discussing right now?” even though he knew, Tatsumi politely asked.

“We are talking about the potential of the increase in Ether to the entire globe. The Royal Sacred Tree is the center of the hub of the other Sacred Tree so it would be possible to copy and engrave the formation into the others’ Sacred Tree.” Ivana explained despite her father had probably heard it.

“True that. It can be done with the priestess of the Sacred Tree.” Tatsumi said while looking at Rihana.

He had not expected that his children would be quite fast at befriending Rihana.

But it was also a good thing for them to get to know someone with an important position. After all, the future was uncertain so Tatsumi wanted to leave as many contingencies as possible.

“Then, we also talked about the recent Star Battle. There is something about it that can be discussed so we get to that part.” Tetsuya added.

“I see.” Tatsumi shifted his gaze from Tetsuya to Rihana.

Frankly, he did not expect that even the recent Star Battle would become one of their topics. But it was a good topic since it was something that affected all of their lives.

“They said that you are the pioneer of humanity’s transcendent. Is that true?” Rihana asked while her eyes were shining. For origınal chapters go to N0v3l.Fiɾe.net

“Not just humanity but all the transcendent on the planet.” Tatsumi added with a grin.

It was something not worth much but it was his duty to improve the transcendent world in any capacity he had. Tatsumi had already accepted this as his duty while he was alive.

“Whoa, that means you have some thoughts on reaching a higher level, right?” Rihana asked so passionately.

“Hahaha, that may be the case but it is still not fully verified. At most, I just need to take that step to prove it.” Tatsumi said while also letting her know that there were steps to be taken to improve things.

“But it is a great achievement. I believe that the Elves will also get the benefit of your action, Mister.” Rihana said while fully believing her own words.

Tatsumi was then reminded of the reason he did all of this. With a heavy breath, his eyes became a bit blurry as he remembered what he needed to do.

‘I want my action to benefit myself and others. Then the others could find something that could benefit me in return. The most effective move is to let all our ally races learn of my achievements.’

That was what Tatsumi declared to himself. But the fact on the field was that most of the knowledge was restricted in the Hall of Myriad Magic.

If any race wanted to learn, they had to go to the Thebes Independence Kingdom to the Transcendent Academy.

But there were things that he could tell Rihana a bit.

“Well, then I can give this to you. This is a gift.” Tatsumi then focused his senses and directed the Ether in his body, as well as a fragment of his own memory, into the tip of his index finger.

Then he extended his arm and let his index finger touch Rihana’s forehead. A blinding light came to be as Tetsuya and Ivana had to close their eyes due to that.

Rihana also closed her eyes since she received something so great for the Elf race.

“Jade Immortal Circulation Technique…” Rihana murmured.

“Father, did you just give her that?” Tetsuya asked.

“Yes. That is something meant to be spread, not confined.” Tatsumi said with a wide smile, looking at Rihana learning the technique that he had developed for decades.

Then Rihana opened her eyes once again. Her expression was one of disbelief as her eyes widened when locking in Tatsumi.

“Mister, this is something precious to you. I can’t possibly bear this technique. It is really profound even for the Elf race.” Rihana opened her mouth and tried to make Tatsumi reconsider.

“No, this is what I intended. To spread my technique far and wide, I have to do this.” Tatsumi said while shaking his head. His hand raised as he tried to calm Rihana.

To him, she was the perfect person to inherit the technique. Perhaps, she could even improve upon it and create something even better. If that were the case, wouldn’t that be delightful for him?

“You need to know that our father can be quite stubborn in things like this.” Ivana said to Rihana, patting her on the shoulder.

“She’s right. Just gratefully accept it since you are fortunate enough to be given that.” Tetsuya added.

“Thank you!” Rihana bowed to Tatsumi.

She knew that this was so precious that it could be used as a family heirloom. But he had given it so easily to her.

“That is just the foundation. You can improve upon it. I believe that is what you and your race will do!” Tatsumi reminded her.

Then they talked about a bit of the Jade Immortal Circulation Technique. It was an eye-opening event for Tetsuya, Ivana and Rihana since the very source of the technique was personally teaching them.

While they were engrossed in the teaching inside the chamber, Ame and Charlene came to check things on the formation and its effect.

Unexpectedly, they came upon the scene where Tatsumi was teaching the next generation.

They only looked without interfering. The scene where Tatsumi had to teach people was the one where the two agreed to be his finest moment and they were drawn to him that way.

A small smile appeared on both of their faces. Tatsumi paused for a moment at an appropriate time when he detected that Ame and Charlene stayed still near the entrance.

“Come in!” he said to the two.

Even Tetsuya, Ivana and Rihana realized that the two were there.

“Mothers, come here!” Tetsuya said while gesturing for the two to come.

Seeing that caused the two to walk toward the chamber.

Rihana did not expect to see the two of them this soon. She had heard from Tetsuya and Ivana that both of them were their mothers and Tatsumi was their father.

‘How can they be so harmonious? If it were me, I’d be so jealous I can’t tolerate other women.’ Rihana thought.

“You seem to be learning something important. You can continue.” Charlene said with a soft tone. She looked beautiful even Rihana had to admit it. Her red eyes were captivating and full of curiosity, and Rihana felt slightly embarrassed in comparison.

“The core is the center hub of the transcendent energy, which means that it is the source of your strength. That is why we need to modify the core if we want to advance to the higher heavenstage.” Tatsumi continued and nodded after Ame and Charlene came in.

Charlene knew what the topic was and Ame closed her eyes as she wanted to hear it more closely.

“Also, don’t forget to nurture your core. It is becoming your body part so you need to treat it as if it were your own body cells.” Tatsumi added before he looked at the three.

“We understand.” The three said at the same time.

Even the recently learned Rihana could grasp the concept due to Tatsumi giving her the Jade Immortal Circulation Technique which described this very step. Now she absorbed the knowledge through theory and practical lessons.

Even she started to create her own core. Previously, her source of power was the condensed Ether in her body. Now, it changed into the core at her lower dantian.

The Ether started to gather around her, creating a slight turbulence and wind as she stabilized her core and properly walked the path that was accessible to her.

“You practiced with the circulation technique that my husband has given you.” Ame said while looking at Rihana.

“Yes, Madam. I am training it because the circulation technique is dozens of times better than what we have.” Rihana said while remaining humble.

“I can say that she has done well in practice.” Charlene added.

“Good. You understand the knowledge that I have given you. Study it and improve upon it. That is the payment I expect from you, understand?” Tatsumi said.

Rihana turned to look at him and nodded her head. She knew that there would be a price for the knowledge she had received. She did not expect that the price was to improve it.

“This kindness, I, Rihana, will repay it immensely. I swear!” she said while kneeling.

“Ultimately, I am doing this for myself so there is no need for you to kneel to me.” Tatsumi then made Rihana rise up from her position.

“You’re pretty good.” Tetsuya said while looking at Rihana. He knew that she had reached a higher level in her transcendent power and said what was on his mind.

“If Tetsuya said that, it means that you are exceptional.” Ivana gave her thought and Rihana was surprised to hear that from Tetsuya.

He was the kind of person who rarely offered praise to others. She knew it from interacting with him. He could say many things, but praise was rare.

Then they continued with the lesson.

A day then passed quickly.

-

“Thank you for your hospitality during our stay.” Tatsumi said while standing in the Elven court which was actually an open space.

“No, it is I who needs to thank you all.” Sybil said this while probing about Tatsumi’s strength.

The result was that he could only feel short of breath and sensed a powerful force coming from Tatsumi.

‘Visiting the Royal Sacred Tree is beneficial to the breakthrough process.’ Tatsumi thought as he remembered his breakthrough from the sixth to the seventh heavenstage.

‘He is getting stronger. When will my race gain such a figure?’ Sybil thought with a lament.

“I am just someone who wants to let the entire globe benefit from my action. Please accept the Ether-production formation as my gift.” Charlene said after Tatsumi asked for permission from Sybil.

“Yes. You are a great family. I should have known that anyone recommended would be exceptional.” Sybil said with a resigned smile.

“If you have any issues regarding the formation, you can contact the one you know. They will connect it to us.” Tatsumi said before he added.

“If there is nothing more, I will depart from this place immediately.”

Sybil then whispered to Rihana who was beside him, “Please escort them out. I still have the issue of spreading the circulation technique to our race.”

“Yes, Royal Father.”

Rihana then stepped forward as she became the one who escorted the guests out.

They went outside the village and were in the wilderness. Tatsumi then detected the coming helicopter and reminded his family about the departure.

“Alright, we are going back with the helicopter. Thank you for escorting us this far away from the Sacred Tree.” Tatsumi said as he turned to Rihana.

“If it were before meeting you and your family, I would not even step outside. But I realized that my race is also a part of this planet. That is why I will strive to make my race great again.” Rihana said with determination.

Tatsumi and his family nodded. They could feel Rihana’s determination and wished for her success.

Then the helicopter came and Tatsumi and his family boarded it one by one.

With one last hand wave, they left the Elves’ territory and returned to their home.

-

The Elves were gaining something that they did not expect at all. Rihana relayed that it was due to the deed of a human that there was a circulation technique that was superior compared to theirs.

She first spread it to the priest and priestess of the Sacred Tree before they, in turn, spread it to their people.

Tatsumi, on the other hand, reported his deed to the rest of the world since his strength was already surpassing the current transcendent. He was not afraid of anyone challenging him but he needed to make sure that his technique was made to be spread.

The world soon knew about this, and a small conflict happened. One side worried that the Elves would be strengthened and even had the thought of challenging the humans. But the other side regarded this as a form of trust.

By gaining trust from the reclusive Elves, they could gain some additional assistance compared to the past.

In any case, the strengthening of the Elves caused the other races to be in a competitive spirit. They also wanted to gain favor from the superior race, which caused concern from the leader of the superpowers on the planet.

Some transcendents realized with delight that Tatsumi had surpassed them in the progress of base power. They also wanted to know the method of advancing to the higher heavenstage.

But Tatsumi was not prepared to release the full method since there were also transcendents who used the undead element as their energy source. He needed to make sure that they, too, could advance. Further study was needed and the transcendents had to wait.

With the help of his wives, Tatsumi finally could release the advance method which was more than ninety percent effective. Further development was in progress as some transcendent leaped past the sixth heavenstage and reached the seventh.

It all just took three months of study but for further refining the increase of probability, it needed to be studied which was fine for Tatsumi.

“Ugh, it is another day of thinking about the circulation technique for the seventh, eighth and ninth heavenstage.” Tatsumi woke up, grabbing a mug in his hand as he drank from it some mineral water.

His eyes were a bit sunken with black circles under them as he was getting out of his room. He was in his house, thinking that home was the best place for him to think about improving his circulation technique.

“It is almost complete. I just lack something.” Tatsumi then opened the door that led outside and took a breath of morning air.

The cool air with some dampness was inhaled before Tatsumi exhaled it. His mind became clearer as he thought about the dew that he could see atop the leaves of the plants that were around the front garden.

The plants there were able to produce a scant amount of Ether, causing the air to be saturated with it. And the one who took care of the plants was…

“Oh, are you trying to clear your head?” Ame moved closer to the door where Tatsumi could be seen. She had just finished pruning some bushes and wanted to continue after a short break.

“Yes. After all, I need to map out the seventh to ninth heavenstage circulation technique.” Tatsumi replied before he took a last drink from his mug.

“Then do you have some ideas for it?” Ame then cleaned her hands using the Ether before removing her sandals and moving to the terrace.

She smiled when she realized that Tatsumi was trying to get some ideas about advancing the transcendent world.

‘But I want him to relax more. He looks tired from all the thinking ever since leaving the Elven territory.’ Ame thought while suddenly hugging Tatsumi.

Actually, she wanted to probe his body condition by doing that. She could feel that his body was fine but there was some mental fatigue that needed to be addressed.

“Ame…” Tatsumi paused for a moment before he felt the probe. But he reciprocated by hugging her back. Her smell was the one that made him calm.

He sighed as he realized what she had done and could not help but say.

“I am fine. Just thinking about the circulation technique suitable for one.”

“But you need some well-earned rest. You are in your own home so you should relax.” Ame replied.

Tatsumi chuckled but did not speak further. Being like this, where Ame’s head was buried in his chest, was also a kind of relaxation to him. Ame realized this so she did not move.

Then, after some time, there was a sudden enlightenment that hit Tatsumi. Relaxation became the key to advancing further. Mixing it with the hyper-condensed core, it became something that had to be done while the whole body felt the most relaxed.

He just practiced this when Ame hugged him and it was the most effective method he had ever felt.

Only after that did he open his mouth.

“Thank you for giving me the necessary inspiration. I’ll repay it this instant.”

As the moment he said that, Ame raised her head and was actually surprised by Tatsumi’s next move.

He pressed his lips against her. They were locked in for a moment, enjoying and savoring the taste of each other before letting go.

Both of their faces had a slight blush but they looked at each other’s eyes before Tatsumi let out a chuckle and grinned.

“Do you have a sudden enlightenment?” Ame asked. That was the only possibility when Tatsumi suddenly thanked her out of nowhere.

“Yes. Thanks to you. That was why the kiss is your reward.”