Barren City was the market nearest the Human Race to the Barren Wilds, and thus received its name. However, Barren City was not desolate at all. On the contrary, it was extremely prosperous.
A Body Integration Cultivator was stationed in Barren City year-round, mainly to prevent the alien races from charging over from the Barren Wilds. Although the possibility was extremely low, the Human Race still sent a Body Integration Cultivator to keep watch over the Barren Wilds.
Because of its unique geographical location, Barren City saw the appearance of rare treasures, and even Dharma Aspect materials could be found there. This attracted large numbers of Human Race cultivators, furthering the city's prosperity and giving rise to a profession that also flourished: information brokers.
Most precious Cultivation Resources had to be exchanged. When High-Level Cultivators wanted to sell something, they needed a good buyer, but some goods could not see the light of day. In addition, whenever there were rare spirit herbs or powerful Demon Beasts in the Barren Wilds, they often sought out information brokers to make the arrangements. Chen Guang was one such information broker, selling all kinds of intelligence.
Chen Guang was at the Spirit Transformation Early Stage. His true identity was a spy for Townsea Palace. His superior had learned of the Bloodscale Fungus and made a great contribution, earning a transfer to the rear to enjoy his old age.
In a secluded courtyard with gray-tiled roofs, Li Long sat in a stone pavilion while Chen Guang reported something to him.
After the three of them had shaken off the Human-faced Scorpion, Li Long and the others immediately left the Barren Wilds. They encountered some trouble along the way, but fortunately survived without danger. Qin Rong and Liu Sen had already escorted the Bloodscale Fungus back