The Supreme Martial King Shocking All Realms Chapter 3280 - 3275: Entering the Ancient Divine Realm_1

Considering this point, Yang Chen found himself compelled to pose additional inquiries, "So, you're saying the Ji Yu Essence gained from slaying foes on your own wouldn't amount to much?"

"Naturally not. The Flame Spirit Race serves merely as subordinates to the Ruthless Beast Race, nothing more than disposable troops. What sort of Ji Yu Essence could one expect from eliminating a handful of notable low-level fighters? That's precisely why folks like us, stuck with meager merit ranks, bother with this unrewarding task. Higher-ranked individuals show zero interest in such fodder; slaying them yields hardly any value."

Though Mo Wenfeng felt a twinge of regret for aiding Yang Chen, having committed to it, retreat was impossible. Wouldn't that leave him slaving away for nothing?

He elaborated with sincerity, "The true prizes lie in confronting the Ruthless Beast Race, the Spirit God Race, along with the Netherworld, Insect Race, and similar foes. These groups represent dire dangers to humanity, and dispatching even one can yield substantial Ji Yu Essence. Take down a formidable figure, and the payoff skyrockets. Regrettably, those renowned alien warriors prove incredibly tough to eliminate. It's wiser for minor players like ourselves to avoid such ambitions."

With this explanation, Yang Chen gained considerable insight.

Internally, he started devising plans. Prior to visiting the Earth Spirit Hall, grasping the merit mechanics thoroughly was essential.

"Incidentally, Brother Yang Chen, what's your next destination? Straight to the Earth Spirit Hall?" Mo Wenfeng inquired, a grin on his face.

"Indeed, my initial aim was the Earth Spirit Hall. Now possessing the Fantasy Horn, heading there to trade it for Ji Yu Essence makes sense first," Yang Chen responded.

"Precisely. New arrivals like you ought to inspect the Earth Spirit Hall. In that light, allow me to serve as your escort, Brother Yang Chen—trail along. Yet prior to reaching the Earth Spirit Hall, familiarizing yourself with the Ancient Divine Realm comes first."

"Familiarize with the Ancient Divine Realm?" Yang Chen echoed curiously.

Mo Wenfeng caressed his beard, "Indeed, the Earth Spirit Hall forms merely a segment of the Ancient Divine Realm. Clarity will dawn upon arrival."

"I'd greatly appreciate Brother Mo guiding the path," Yang Chen replied with a smile.

Mo Wenfeng chuckled while shaking his head, harboring no ulterior motives toward Yang Chen and simply offering assistance.

Thus, the pair embarked toward the Ancient Divine Realm side by side.

During their journey, Yang Chen absorbed details about the Ancient Divine Realm's surroundings from Mo Wenfeng's account.

Their current location hovered above the Extreme North Star, surrounded by numerous realms, the majority under human dominion.

Yet, in contrast to the comparatively secure Ancient Divine Realm, not a single encircling Star Domain Interface qualified as utterly secure.

Such were the harsh realities of a battlefield-ravaged zone.

The Extreme North Star lay close to the Ancient Divine Realm—a mere day's travel—and soon the duo reached it.

No sooner had they approached than multiple Sky Separation Realm guards halted them. Only upon verifying their human identity did the sentries permit entry.

Yang Chen and Mo Wenfeng proceeded into the Ancient Divine Realm.

Once inside, Yang Chen extended his divine sense to survey the area.

The Ancient Divine Realm dwarfed the Lingnan Two Realms in scale, surpassing even the Star Domain Interface of the Taiyuan Star System.

Furthermore, the Heavenly Law and Spiritual Energy permeating this realm had been fortified by Heavenly Extreme Realm experts, setting it worlds apart from prior realms Yang Chen had encountered.

This realm's design favored defense over assault. Even Sky Separation Realm masters found their abilities curtailed inside, as the Heavenly Extreme Realm powerhouses had reshaped the governing laws entirely.

Stepping into this domain, Yang Chen observed crowds of cultivators bustling about and marveled aloud, "The Ancient Divine Realm teems with mighty experts."

"Without doubt, the Ten Thousand Realms boast endless powerhouses, each vying for supremacy. The simplest paths involve aligning with a grand sect or enlisting at the Earth Spirit Hall. Take the Heavenly Extreme Realm elites who can't access the Divine Night Sect's three great branches, or those distant from the Taiyuan Star System—they flock here to the Ancient Divine Realm for battle," Mo Wenfeng clarified.

Yang Chen nodded, "Why do none of these elites take to the skies?"

"Those are the regulations. Beyond these borders, such limits don't apply, but inside the Ancient Divine Realm, all adhere strictly. Flight privileges extend only to merit rank eight and higher. Everyone else walks dutifully. Still, Sky Separation Realm figures at rank eight are scarce; often, it's Heavenly Fate Realm cultivators who hold such honors," Mo Wenfeng detailed.

Yang Chen quickly comprehended, noting the rigid oversight of powerhouses in the Ancient Divine Realm.

Every one of these Sky Separation Realm guardians complied without protest, maintaining a measured stride.

"The Ancient Divine Realm sprawls so immensely that my divine sense struggles to encompass it fully. Locating the Earth Spirit Hall eludes me," Yang Chen remarked.

"Nestled at the Ancient Divine Realm's heart lies the Earth Spirit Hall, yet beforehand, Daoist Friend Yang Chen, securing lodging takes priority. Settling in promptly within the Ancient Divine Realm proves advantageous," Mo Wenfeng advised.

Yang Chen abruptly recalled the need for accommodations; no matter the destination, a base proved indispensable. Constant roaming wouldn't suffice.

He hadn't mulled this over earlier, assuming residence would come easily.

Yet, the gravity in Mo Wenfeng's tone suggested otherwise.

"Finding a dwelling proves challenging?" Yang Chen queried.

Mo Wenfeng denied with a headshake, "Depends. High-merit holders enjoy abundant options with premium perks. Near Sky Opening Mountain, for instance, stands an Origin Ancient Tree, retrieved from alien lands by a Heavenly Extreme Realm titan. Erecting a cave abode nearby accelerates law insight dramatically. Alas, access demands ninth-level merit or superior."

Yang Chen expressed astonishment, "That stringent?"

"Cultivating by Sky Opening Mountain remains a pipe dream for my lifetime. Residing near the Dragon Pattern River in Lingxu Ancient State satisfies me fully. But such spots exceed my merit rank's reach," Mo Wenfeng confessed.

Yang Chen recognized his vast ignorance regarding the Ancient Divine Realm.

He pressed further, "Then, for my merit rank, what residences are available?"

"Below fourth-level merit, as with us, three options exist," Mo Wenfeng outlined, "One involves expending Ji Yu Essence for temporary stays in areas like Lingxu Ancient State. Costs soar, though, and most channel Ji Yu Essence toward merit advancement. Thus, opting for short-term lodging via expenditure isn't favored by many."