Chapter 378 - 199: Central Earth, Xiao Chen

"Senior Brother is absolutely right." Gu Yun nodded slightly, but he couldn’t help but feel a sliver of doubt. ’How could the historical records of the Celestial Essence Realm possibly contain information about the Immortal Cities of the Cangwu Immortal Continent?’

’Perhaps some predecessors went there before and left behind a few fragments of information.’ Gu Yun then shook his head, deciding not to dwell on it, and asked in a low voice, "Senior Brother Ye, are we heading directly to the Teleportation Array now?"

"Yes." Ye Xuantian nodded. "But before that, allow me to have a few words with a fellow Daoist."

SWOOSH!

Suddenly, a stream of starlight shot across the sky at an incredible speed, as if traversing space itself, and landed before them in an instant.

The newcomer was a middle-aged man wearing a Star Daoist Robe. He had a slender figure, an ordinary face, flowing black hair, and deep, sharp eyes. He carried a longsword on his back and exuded a terrifying aura.

"Fellow Daoist Ye, long time no see," the middle-aged man in the Star Daoist Robe said faintly, a hint of a smile on his face.

"City Lord Wei, it’s only been a few days, and your cultivation has improved considerably again," Ye Xuantian said with a light chuckle, a smile on his face.

This man was none other than the City Lord of Xingjian City, Wei Chen.

He was at the Half-Step Harmonization Realm, and his combat prowess was so terrifying he was known as the Star Sword Daoist Monarch.

"Fellow Daoist Ye, you jest. At this stage, how could one’s cultivation possibly improve in a matter of days?" Wei Chen said with a hint of resignation. His gaze then swept over to the handsome, white-robed young man at Ye Xuantian’s side and he asked softly, "Brother Ye, and this is?"

He was well aware of what a monster Ye Xuantian was—a true, peerless prodigy. Several years ago, his strength was already on par with his own; now, he was likely unfathomable. Anyone who could accompany him was no ordinary person.

"Ha, this is my junior brother, Gu Yun," Ye Xuantian introduced to Wei Chen.

"So, you are Fellow Daoist Ye’s junior brother. I am Wei Chen. If you ever need anything in this humble city of mine, Fellow Daoist, feel free to come find me at the City Lord’s Mansion," Wei Chen said, cupping his hands.

With the other party showing him so much respect, Gu Yun couldn’t just stand there. He immediately cupped his hands and replied respectfully, "City Lord Wei, you are too modest. If an Immortal City as magnificent as this is considered a small city, I’m afraid no city in the Celestial Essence Realm would dare call itself a great one."

Then, he added a subtle compliment, "In my opinion, Xingjian City might just be the number one Immortal City in the Celestial Essence Realm."

"Hahaha, you are too kind, Fellow Daoist. The number one Immortal City in Celestial Essence is in Central Earth," Wei Chen said with a smile.

’In my perception, the young man’s strength is quite remarkable. To have reached the Tongxuan Realm Middle Stage at such a young age... his combat prowess is likely even more formidable. This junior brother of Ye Xuantian’s... his talent might not be much inferior to his senior brother’s. Praise from such a prodigy is naturally quite pleasing.’

"Why don’t you two come to my mansion for a chat? I have already prepared a banquet," Wei Chen said.

Ye Xuantian shook his head slightly. "The two of us are in urgent need of your city’s Teleportation Array to return to Eastern Profound. As for the banquet, perhaps next time we visit. Brother Wei, my apologies."

"Hahaha, I was wondering what it could be. It’s just a matter of using the Teleportation Array. Please, follow me, you two." Upon hearing this, Wei Chen showed no displeasure at all, instead letting out a hearty laugh.

Soon, they arrived at a wide, flat plaza in Xingjian City. Four Space Silver Towers stood there, soaring into the clouds. They were covered in profound runes, arranged in a four-directional formation, and connected by chains, exuding an ancient aura.

Around them, some Cultivators were lining up, using the Teleportation Array one after another under the inspection of two guards in Black Armor emblazoned with a sword insignia, who exuded a terrifying aura.

Besides the two Black Armored Warriors conducting the inspections, over a hundred more identical Black Armored Warriors stood guard in the vicinity. Each one was a powerful Cultivator from Xingjian City, tasked with defending the teleportation site and deterring enemies.

At the same time, some nearby Cultivators were conversing in low whispers.

"Fellow Daoist, where are you headed this time?" a young Cultivator in a blue robe asked the gold-robed young man beside him. "After we part ways here, who knows when we’ll meet again."

"Brother Wang, Central Earth is prosperous. I intend to venture there to make a name for myself, hoping to achieve success in my cultivation and spread my fame throughout the world!" the gold-robed young man said, full of ambition and high spirits.

"What?! You’re going to Central Earth!" Hearing this, the blue-robed man showed a flash of alarm. His expression turned grave as he lowered his voice and said, "Fellow Daoist, from what I know, Central Earth is a land of calamity right now. Dangers are everywhere, and it’s no longer the prosperous place it once was. It’s really not a good place to go."

"Hahaha, Brother Wang, you worry too much. How can one have the best of both worlds? If you want opportunity, how can you not face danger? Besides, danger often contains opportunity. Brother Wang, are you willing to go with me to the Central Earth Domain and carve out a bright future for ourselves!" the gold-robed young man said with an open-minded, hearty laugh.

The gold-robed man did indeed see things clearly. Sometimes, danger truly does contain opportunity. Central Earth had raised the banner of war, bearing the brunt of the Celestial Demon Calamity.

Not long after, the Central Earth Dao Alliance would even open the Wanbao Treasures Divine Hall and implement a merit system. Those who killed enemies from beyond the domain could exchange their merits for any treasure they desired in the Wanbao Treasures Divine Hall.

"That’s a real pity," the gold-robed youth said with a sigh, not the least bit surprised.

"No, no. I’ll stick to my original plan and head to the Northern Barbarians," the blue-robed man said, waving his hand.

Then, a grave and worried look appeared on the blue-robed man’s face. "Fellow Daoist, Central Earth is in turmoil. If you go this time and never return, what then?"

"Never return..." The gold-robed youth’s eyes held a trace of confusion as he murmured the words. But then, his gaze turned as resolute as a boulder as he said firmly: