Bringing The Farm To Live In Another World Chapter 2263: Entering the Canyon

Zhao Hai traveled the path toward Gale Canyon, his physical form drastically altered. He had transformed into a burly cultivator standing nearly two meters tall, his frame thick with muscle and a massive blade strapped to his back. With a rugged, weathered face, he bore no resemblance to his true self.

The change didn't bother Zhao Hai. His repertoire of abilities was vast and diverse, making a simple physical transformation one of his more basic skills. Even though his stature and features were different, the body still felt natural to him, causing no sense of alienation or discomfort.

As he walked, Zhao Hai reflected on his deal with Ling Dong. He and Qin Feng had already coordinated their stories; Qin Feng would maintain the facade that Zhao Hai was in secluded Cultivation. This deception was designed to prevent anyone from suspecting he had actually departed for Gale Canyon.

Zhao Hai wasn't particularly afraid of trouble, but he preferred not to enter the canyon under the name Zhao Ling. That identity carried too much weight and would draw unnecessary attention. While he didn't view Gale Canyon as a genuine threat, he found the prospect of being constantly pursued by curious or hostile parties to be a tedious annoyance.

The unexpected variable had been Ling Dong’s arrival. The man had sought him out with the intent of befriending him, even going as far as offering to resolve his current complications.

Having traversed many different worlds, Zhao Hai saw through Ling Dong’s intentions immediately. It was clear the man wanted to recruit him. Knowing that Zhao Ling was now a disciple of the Forbidden Path Sect, Ling Dong sought to bring him into his circle. Even if a formal recruitment failed, establishing a favorable relationship and leaving a positive impression was a winning move for him.

Zhao Hai saw no reason to decline such goodwill. Since Qin Feng was putting himself at risk by covering for him, Ling Dong’s protection served as a perfect safeguard. As a confirmed member of the Forbidden Path Sect, Ling Dong possessed enough status that few would dare to move against those under his wing.

Consequently, Zhao Hai had visited the auction house that very day. Under the watchful eyes of many, he retreated into the backyard and simply never resurfaced.

Soon, rumors circulated through Windrange Town that Zhao Hai had entered a deep state of seclusion. In reality, that was the moment he assumed his new persona and slipped away toward Gale Canyon.

At this stage, the Blood Knife Gang was no longer a major concern for him. Truthfully, he had been worried about them previously, given their precarious situation. Zhao Hai was well aware that powerful entities would investigate his background. While his threats held weight, organizations like the Green Willow Sect and the Purple Jade Gang possessed vast resources and wouldn't easily be intimidated by a single Young Master’s warning.

If these factions truly coveted the Bloodless Command Token, the Blood Knife Gang would be their first target. While Zhao Hai had no intention of surrendering the token, he also didn't want the gang to suffer on his account.

Now that Ling Dong and his associates had stepped in, Zhao Hai was relieved of that burden. Between Ling Dong’s influence and the support of the Long Clan, anyone attempting to strike at the Blood Knife Gang would find it a difficult task.

Still, this political protection wasn't the greatest prize Zhao Hai had claimed. It wasn't even the Bloodless Command Token itself. His most significant gain was the Ninehole Flying Stone.

During the auction, Zhao Hai had sensed a faint aura of life within the stone, and his intuition proved correct. The stone was indeed a living entity—a phenomenon he had never encountered before.

He dubbed it the Beast Soul Stone, a name chosen because the object was alive and radiated the intimidating presence of a savage predator.

Within his Space, a Beast Soul Stone mine manifested automatically. The primary stone was consumed by Liquid Silver, causing an immediate evolution in Zhao Hai’s weapon. The staff gained the ability to shift into a metallic tiger or, in fact, any metallic beast he desired. Furthermore, a spectral metallic tiger head now drifted alongside the cube.

Zhao Hai also noted that Liquid Silver had birthed its own consciousness. It wasn't highly intelligent yet, possessing a mind roughly equivalent to that of a clever animal.

Improving Liquid Silver had always been a priority for Zhao Hai, as the artifact was bonded directly to his soul. The Beast Soul Stone occupied a unique space between the living and the inanimate; it possessed a life aura, though it lacked typical biological fluctuations.

Zhao Hai was far from disappointed. The absorption of the stone had significantly boosted Liquid Silver’s power. However, under his current alias, he couldn't utilize it. The weapon currently resting on his back was merely a common blade artifact.

To any observer, Zhao Hai appeared to be a standard Soul Fusion cultivator. Given his massive physique, most would assume he followed the path of a body cultivator.

This was exactly the impression he intended to project. He had come to Gale Canyon for a trial, realizing it had been far too long since his last real battle. In the lawless environment of the canyon, nearly every cultivator was a potential predator—a perfect training ground for what Zhao Hai sought.

The distance between Windrange Town and Gale Canyon was short. Even without traveling at his maximum velocity, Zhao Hai reached the canyon's edge within two hours.

The geography of Gale Canyon was striking. Rather than a mountain range, it was a subterranean abyss. What was once a vast, flat plain was now split by a colossal chasm that seemed to appear out of nowhere. The true length of the canyon remained a mystery, with legends claiming that no one had ever found its end.

Standing at the precipice, Zhao Hai peered down. The depths were immense and shrouded in total darkness. From the jagged crack in the earth, the eerie sound of whistling wind rose up to greet him.

Zhao Hai inhaled deeply, scanning his surroundings. Other cultivators stood along the rim, many of them Earth Monarchs. Several of them were already eyeing him with predatory intent.

Despite the hostile stares, no one attacked. Zhao Hai understood the reason: an unspoken law governed Gale Canyon. As long as a person remained on the surface, they were safe from robbery. However, the moment one descended into the abyss, they became fair game. It was a boundary between two worlds—one of fragile order and one of absolute chaos.

Ignoring the bystanders, Zhao Hai didn't find their strength intimidating. He focused on the descent. Reaching the floor wasn't a simple task; the canyon was lined with sheer cliffs. However, numerous rocky outcroppings and hardy trees clung to the walls, serving as natural stairs for those with the skill to use them.

He noticed that these footholds were worn smooth from frequent use. Seeing how many paths were available, Zhao Hai felt at ease. He wouldn't need to use his flight abilities and risk exposing his secrets.

With a sudden movement, Zhao Hai leaped from the edge, aiming for a ledge a hundred meters down. Despite his heavy appearance, he controlled his fall by spreading his arms to catch the air. He tapped the first foothold lightly before continuing his descent. To the cultivators watching from above, he looked less like a falling man and more like a bird gliding down the rock face.

The sight caused several observers to turn serious. They had initially dismissed him as a common rogue cultivator, but his refined movement technique changed their perspective. Such high-level techniques were rare among independent cultivators and were notoriously difficult to acquire. In a fight between equals, the one with a superior movement technique held a massive advantage, capable of striking and retreating before the opponent could even react.

Since most prestigious movement techniques were guarded by Great Sects and powerful clans, the cultivators on the cliff concluded that Zhao Hai must have a formidable background. Even though he was only at the Soul Fusion Stage, his actual combat prowess likely rivaled an Earth Monarch.

While some were wary of his potential status, others were secretly pleased. Knowing about his movement technique beforehand meant they could plan their ambushes more effectively when they eventually crossed paths below.

A drop of one kilometer was a trivial distance for a cultivator of his caliber. Utilizing his graceful technique, Zhao Hai reached the canyon floor in a matter of minutes.