The Sacrifice Altar was located in Zhige City. From the name alone, one could tell that violence was strictly forbidden in a place of worship. This was not merely an outward rule, but a matter of morality and faith, so everyone observed it carefully.
Each Heaven had its own distinct characteristics. If the Nine Heavens pursued both technology and cultivation, then the Eightfold Heaven focused purely on cultivation, with scarcely any trace of technology to be seen.
Zhige City was a conventional city, without any of those gaudy towering buildings. The people coming and going were courteous, and the entire place, from top to bottom, appeared peaceful and harmonious.
Xiang Tian had not assumed Chi Youran's appearance. Otherwise, even entering the city might have been difficult.
Within the city, Xiang Tian found that everyone wore gentle expressions and did not carry the slightest trace of viciousness. He was greatly surprised.
He arrived at a place called Tongtian Pavilion, where people specializing in sacrificial rites resided.
The interior was simply arranged, containing mostly incense and ritual implements needed for sacrifices.
The young attendant receiving him yawned. At this hour, few guests came calling.
"Little brother, I'm looking for Shopkeeper Tong."
Xiang Tian was exceedingly polite.
The young attendant impatiently shook his head. "Shopkeeper Tong isn't here. Come back in two days."
In this city, these people held extremely lofty status. Even though he was merely a lowly doorkeeper, he still possessed his own share of pride. Since Xiang Tian had disturbed his afternoon nap, he could not help feeling annoyed.
Xiang Tian was rather speechless at the man's attitude, but he endured it nonetheless. There were too many people in the world who rubbed one the wrong way; there was no need to haggle over every little thing.
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