Longevity, starting from being a chicken raising servant Chapter 2473 227: Threat

Deep within the Void of the Realm Sea, an immense mass of Chaos Origin Substance drifts silently.

The Chaos Origin Substance churns like ink-colored tides, shrouding all the mysteries and unknown dangers lurking within its heart. This place is known as the Quiet Cave.

Suddenly, a streak of azure light tears through the distance, plunging directly into the vast expanse of the Chaos Origin Substance.

As it traverses the suffocating, mist-laden chaos, watched by the baleful eyes of innumerable World Eaters and Innate Divine Demons hiding in the shadows, the azure glow abruptly halts. A figure cloaked in blue robes steps forth from the luminescence.

His bearing is refined, his presence extraordinary.

His gaze sweeps across the surrounding World Eaters and Innate Divine Demons—creatures filled with primal greed and suspicion—before fixing steadily upon the deepest reaches of the chaos. Composed and poised, he raises a hand and speaks with resonance:

"Taiyi from Zhang's Ruins has arrived as promised, requesting an audience with the Master of the Quiet Cave."

The depths of the chaos remain hushed for a moment before a deep, rumbling voice echoes out, tinged with a flicker of satisfaction:

"It is well that you have come."

The Chaos Origin Substance suddenly recoils, parting like receding waves. A path opens, leading directly toward the core of the abyss.

Witnessing this, Wang Ba steps forward without hesitation.

He quickly traverses the passage and once again beholds the citadel shrouded in Chaos Origin Substance. However, the palace has now assumed the form of a throne-like monument. A colossal figure sits atop it, gazing toward Wang Ba and offering a slight nod:

"I anticipated your arrival would be sooner."

"I am filled with regret; unforeseen complications arose that forced a delay. I trust the Master of the Quiet Cave will pardon this tardiness."

Wang Ba replies in a forthright tone. He then recounts the specific event regarding the Tianshang Buddha’s ambush on the Eastern Luli Buddha Realm.

Although the Master of the Quiet Cave did not witness the spectacle, his expression turns grave upon hearing the news.

"I was aware of the incident, yet I remained ignorant that Tianshang and Tianyin were one in the same... Truly, the turmoil within the Realm Sea is caused by your fellow cultivators!"

The Master of the Quiet Cave cannot suppress a frown. He fails to register that the man standing before him is part of that same fraternity of cultivators.

Wang Ba is not surprised by this oversight. After all, the Master of the Quiet Cave is an Innate Divine Demon, possessing little contact with human Cultivators and even less need for social niceties. Having spent his existence issuing commands to subordinates, he lacks the inclination for verbal deception or subtle pretension.

Recognizing this, Wang Ba dismisses the thought and tactfully steers the conversation elsewhere:

"By the way, how have the alchemists dispatched from Zhang's Ruins been performing of late?"

At the mention of this, the handsome face of the Master of the Quiet Cave lights up with visible enthusiasm. He looks at Wang Ba with unconcealed delight:

"The reincarnations are making exceptional progress... your methodologies are remarkably effective."

Wang Ba nods at the news:

"That is excellent. I intend to inspect their work for myself."

"Then we shall go together."

The Master of the Quiet Cave is decisive; he shrinks his towering form, descends from the throne, and begins drifting toward the inner Domain of the Quiet Cave. Wang Ba follows without delay.

Within moments, they arrive at the entrance to the Domain. The Innate Divine Demons and World Eaters patrolling the perimeter offer respectful obeisance.

Xuan Yuanzi, feeling the aura of his master, hurries out from within. Upon spotting Wang Ba trailing behind the master, Xuan Yuanzi is both shocked and pleased. He approaches, eyeing Wang Ba with profound admiration:

"I have heard rumors of your exploits—facing three Great Bodhisattvas single-handedly. Even the Lord claims that no one below the Mahayana rank can rival your prowess..."

Wang Ba responds with a modest, humble gesture of denial.

At this moment, the Realm Spirit, Sakura Mother, appears before them, holding an umbrella and bowing respectfully to both figures. Toward the Master of the Quiet Cave, she shows deep reverence; toward Wang Ba, she offers respect and gratitude. Even though she is now bound to the Master, she is acutely aware of Wang Ba’s limitless potential and chooses not to show any neglect.

Wang Ba chuckles and offers a few words of encouragement before moving inside with his companions.

He is no stranger to this domain, having guided numerous Innate Demon Reincarnations here over the years. Yet, compared to his last visit, the landscape has undergone significant evolution.

Entering the space, he sees massive alchemy furnaces erected between heaven and earth, while familiar cultivator auras pulse as they refine various treasures. Several rare spirit materials and spiritual plants are carefully shielded by complex formations.

There is a greater abundance of fauna and mystical beasts, and the human population settled on the land appears far more energetic.

Xuan Yuanzi smiles as he explains:

"The alchemists sent by your faction have concocted a wealth of elixirs that greatly assist in our cultivation, helping the reincarnations shatter several stubborn bottlenecks. Indeed, the ability of cultivators to leverage external tools is beyond the comprehension of us Innate Divine Demons... Their advancement has accelerated significantly, all thanks to your contributions."

Wang Ba smiles faintly, dismissing the praise with a wave of his hand.

Xuan Yuanzi then gestures toward the spirit materials protected by runes:

"I have also implemented defensive measures based on the specific advice provided by the cultivators from Zhang's Ruins."

Wang Ba nods in approval. The Domain possesses an incredible bounty of resources, but without proper regulation, they would vanish under the future appetite of constant cultivation. Establishing a system to ensure sustainable growth and preventing exhaustion is critical.