Infiltrating the Secret Realm, the World's Mutation

Although he didn't understand why the other party was asking so many common-sense questions, "Qiao Luo" had already given him a complete overview of the local ethnic groups.

The story details everything about the strongest Bloodthirsty Tribe and the Kunyu Tribe, their history and rivalry, and the upcoming major event—the battle for the "Spirit Seed."

"So, it seems these two races will be focusing their efforts on the struggle for the Spirit Seed in the coming days?"

"That's for sure."

"For players like us who have already reached the maximum level, Spirit Seeds are almost an indispensable aid if we want to further improve our strength."

"This kind of struggle is naturally not something our small clan should get involved in."

"Whenever a battle begins, the two races inevitably clash fiercely, resulting in heavy casualties—but the rewards are equally astonishing, otherwise their fighting strength would not have grown stronger day by day, although this is also related to their higher Life Level."

From Qiao Luo, Zhang Mingzhen learned that "Spirit Seed" is a Rare Tier item that can enhance the attributes of max-level players.

It is recognized in this world as the most direct way to enhance one's abilities.

The battle for the Spirit Seed was a contest initiated by the two races of the Cangwu Realm themselves.

Every so often, a special Secret Realm will appear at a fixed coordinate in this world, producing an unpredictable number of Spirit Seeds.

They call this Secret Realm the "Spirit Realm," because only here can one obtain Spirit Seeds.

Whenever the Spirit Realm opens, the two races enter to fight for it, resulting in countless deaths and injuries.

This is also the main reason for the long-standing enmity between the "Bloodthirsty Tribe" and the "Kunyu Tribe," much like the oil on Earth.

"It is said that the two races have recently reached a ceasefire agreement, and the battle for the Spirit Realm after its opening will instead be fought by each side sending 10,000 young disciples under the age of 100."

Tens of thousands from each side, and twenty thousand from other races within the Secret Realm...

And all of them are players under 100 years old.

The alien race reaches adulthood later, which is related to their bloodline. Although their lifespan is more than ten times longer than that of humans, their growth period is also very long.

Only when they truly reach adulthood will the abilities bestowed by the God's Domain fully awaken. A non-human race under a hundred years old is roughly equivalent to a human youth around twenty years old.

Among players who are at the maximum level, those who have been in the game for a shorter period of time tend to have lower combat power.

The Bloodthirsty Tribe and Kunyu Tribe we encountered earlier should belong to this category.

Based on this calculation, if they could infiltrate the Secret Realm, it would not only be beneficial for collecting bloodline power, but also reduce the difficulty of dealing with it.

It seems we must find a way to infiltrate them—since the struggle for the Spirit Seed is an internal conflict between the two races, we need to find a way to try and sneak into their ranks.

Thinking this, Zhang Mingzhen casually killed the other person.

System notification: "Successfully defeated Level Two Lifeform; the power of the Netherblood Orb's bloodline has been enhanced."

"Didn't you say you'd let me go after I told you?" Qiao Luo died with his eyes wide open in disbelief.

"As everyone knows, I don't keep my promises," Zhang Mingzhen said casually.

Although they are not at the Level Two Lifeform, their gradual accumulation should not be underestimated.

Just as he was pondering how to infiltrate the Bloodthirsty Tribe's city, another hidden figure entered his field of vision.

The man also avoided the city gates, only lingering and moving around on the outskirts of the city, as if he were making arrangements for something—this man was none other than Kun Ling, driven by hatred and intending to perish together with the Bloodthirsty Tribe.

Ground-Buried Mine, Spirit Blast Talisman, Mystic Extreme Potion...

She displayed the wide-range killing weapons she had personally crafted one by one, planning to set up Ten Thousand Poisons Absolute Formation outside the city to lure the Bloodthirsty Tribe into the trap, hoping to annihilate them all.

The Kunyu Tribe is born with a talent for array formations, and most of its members are proficient in this skill.

Although she specializes in forging, she is also familiar with several powerful array formations.

In addition to these specially made props...

Perhaps it can truly deliver a heavy blow to the opponent!

If she launches a surprise attack then, it might have a surprising effect!

Anyway, they were the ones who used tricks to secretly harm her brother first, so they can't blame her for being ruthless now!

"Brother, your blood will not have been shed in vain. I will make the entire Bloodthirsty Tribe pay with their lives."

"The clan hasn't made a move yet, and I can't wait any longer. I'll collect a debt for you first!"

Zhang Mingzhen, hidden in the shadows, had been observing her for some time. This woman from another race seemed to have a deep-seated hatred for the Bloodthirsty Tribe?

Her appearance was quite similar to that of the Kunyu Tribe they had encountered earlier.

After a moment's thought, a plan formed in his mind: perhaps he could use this woman's power...

"Relying solely on the Ten Thousand Poisons Formation isn't safe enough. What if they brought antidotes? And given that the Bloodthirsty Tribe is known for its high HP, adding another Five Mysteries Formation would be even more secure."

"Even with more formations, they might not be effective. With your setup, how many can you possibly kill?"

A strange male voice suddenly rang out from behind, startling Kun Ling and sending a chill down her spine.

Who goes there!

She turned around abruptly, annoyed that she had let her guard down because of her tense emotions, and hadn't even noticed someone touching her so close.

Whoever comes, daring to disrupt her plans, will only face death!

Before she could even get a clear look at the other person's face, Kun Ling had already launched her attack.

Zhang Mingzhen had witnessed the skills of the Kunyu Tribe before; their speed was indeed extremely fast.

Since their last encounter, he has been pondering how to deal with this type of high-speed opponent.

Fortunately, among the medicines given by the Golden Toad, they found a spiritual medicine that could greatly enhance their senses. Even though its shape was difficult to detect with the naked eye, they could vaguely determine its location by its aura.

It won't be so easy for the other party to get close to him now.

Seeing Kun Ling rushing towards him, he immediately retreated and took Buff Potion.

Kun Ling was originally a support-type cultivator, and her combat strength was not as good as her brother's, so she was naturally no match for Zhang Mingzhen.

Unable to get close or avoid the attacks, he was on the verge of death.

Despair flashed across her eyes: Was she going to die here before she could even avenge her brother?

Unexpectedly, the opponent's fatal blow did not land for a long time.

The enemy in the distance stopped moving, seemingly without any intention to kill.

"Young lady, we shouldn't have any past grudges, right? To kill without saying a word is a bit too hasty."

"I haven't finished speaking yet."

Realizing that the other party might not intend to take her life, Kun Ling forced herself to stand still and warily sized up the player of unknown origin from another race.

"What do you mean? Which race do you belong to? What exactly do you want?"

"My ethnicity is unimportant," Zhang Mingzhen shook his head. "What matters is that our goals may align."

"Judging from your arrangements just now, you were planning to ambush the Bloodthirsty Tribe here, weren't you?"

"Frankly, your method has a very slim chance of success. And I—also have a grudge against the Bloodthirsty Tribe."

"We can join forces."

Kun Ling knew in her heart that she had little chance of winning on her own.

The plan seems well-prepared, but do they really think the enemy is blind?

Those who sense, scout, patrol, or explore will all discover her clandestine arrangements.

The best outcome would be to kill some scouting enemies.

This was her last resort, a desperate gamble.

But now there are people who share her hatred of the enemy?

She looked at the other person suspiciously.

The Cangwu Realm is home to many races, and besides these two races, there are numerous insignificant minor races.

But in that brief exchange, his strength was unfathomable; even his elder brother was probably no match for him.

What exactly is his intention?

"How can we join forces?" She suddenly wanted to hear his plan.

Working together might actually increase our chances of success.

"My race... was just wiped out by the Bloodthirsty Tribe, so I must find the players from their race—especially the newly-adult generation." Zhang Mingzhen's face was filled with hatred; in reality, he was projecting the image of the race he had just destroyed onto the player's mind.

"If these new forces can be completely eradicated, it would be tantamount to breaking the Bloodthirsty Tribe's backbone."

"This is much more thorough than your piecemeal revenge."

The hatred of genocide?

Hearing him say this, Kun Ling believed him to some extent.

The Bloodthirsty Tribe is known for its ferocity and often raids weaker tribes and races. It's not surprising that this person claims to be an orphan of a calamized tribe.

What he said was indeed true; the Bloodthirsty Tribe has always regarded new bloodlines as treasures and cherishes the younger generation.

If we can wipe out all of their new generation of players, the Bloodthirsty Tribe will be severely weakened!

But how should we begin?

Although the total number of players from both races isn't huge, it still amounts to tens of millions. How could just the two of them accomplish anything?

Her previous actions were merely an outlet for her emotions.

What are your plans?

"You should know that the battle for the Spirit Seed is about to begin."

"Both races will select their most outstanding young warriors to participate."

"The battleground is completely enclosed, cutting off all communication between the inside and outside. No one outside can Detection what's happening inside—this is the perfect time for us to act."

This information was exactly what he had just obtained from Qiao Luo.

To ensure fairness, neither race will send high-level combatants into the area.

It's actually a level-restricted Secret Realm from the cultivation genre, preventing powerful beings from entering and only allowing minor characters like the protagonist to enter, thus providing a stage for low-level protagonists to show off.

Each battleground is limited to a specific number of participants; once registered, entry is restricted and outsiders are not allowed—it's practically a hunting ground tailor-made for the two of them.

Kun Ling naturally understood this principle as well.

If she can severely damage the Bloodthirsty Tribe in the battle, not only will her clan be able to seize a large number of Spirit Seeds, but her brother's great revenge can also be avenged!

Moreover, casualties are inevitable in every battle, and the two races have long tacitly accepted the wartime killings.

However, because the two sides were evenly matched, the casualties were always kept within a certain limit and never got out of control.

"You want me to send you into the Secret Realm? Do you think just anyone can enter Secret Realm?"

"Only elite warriors like my brother Kun Bing are qualified to enter! Even I can't get in!"

Kun Bing? What a coincidence!

Could this woman be the sister of the Kunyu Tribe warrior he killed?

This fate is truly subtle...

Considering her previous actions, she probably blamed her brother's death on the Bloodthirsty Tribe, which suited him perfectly.

"If there's no other way, then create one."

"You help me infiltrate the Secret Realm, and I'll slay the Bloodthirsty Tribe for you. How do we agree to the trade?"

Why should I believe you?

"We can draw up a contract. You must know about the True Word Contract of the God's Domain, right?"

This information also came from the Starlight Merchant Guild — the True Word Contract, like the Assassination Order, serves as proof of the rights and interests of both parties.

Sure enough, Kun Ling relented as soon as the "True Word Contract" was mentioned.

"Alright. I will apply to the clan for the qualification to enter the Secret Realm, and you will take my place."

"But you must swear an oath: to kill at least one hundred Bloodthirsty Tribe warriors."

True Word Contracts are not uncommon among them; she carried one with her.

What harm is there in letting this person enter the Secret Realm if he can kill enough Bloodthirsty Tribe for her?

She was determined to avenge her brother, and nothing else mattered.

"A hundred people? Of course."

"Then bring the contract here."

Not to mention a hundred people, his goal is far more than that.

He simply couldn't guarantee that only the Bloodthirsty Tribe would fall.

The two quickly reached an agreement.

Kun Ling was not worried about Zhang Mingzhen's strength—as long as he achieved the Hundred Kills, the True Word Contract would be completed, and she was not afraid that he would break the contract.

If he dares to deceive her...

The moment he steps out of the Secret Realm, she will expose him on the spot, causing him to perish there!

Thus, thanks to Kun Ling's assistance, Zhang Mingzhen's plan was largely successful.

If we can successfully infiltrate the Secret Realm and ensure that the Netherblood Orb is fully charged with energy within seven days, this trip to another world can be considered a success.

Now all we need to do is wait and see the battle that is about to begin.

Zhang Mingzhen's progress is going smoothly, but in a corner of the earth unnoticed by anyone, a certain Mutation Tier is quietly brewing...

The Firefly Flower Sea is widely recognized by Earth's gamers as one of the most beautiful scenic spots currently available.

The endless sea of flowers and bright sunshine often attract players to linger, especially female players.

This place is a must-visit spot for those Appearance Association, and a gathering place for fashionable outfits.

What? You're saying the real world is already littered with corpses and teeming with monsters?

But what does it have to do with them?

Don't you see, the Later Tang was on the verge of collapse, yet the Empress of Later Tang was still clinging to her secret stash of wealth and refusing to relinquish it. The irony is that Zhuangzong of Later Tang was powerless to stop it?

Why not just kill him and take the money?

He deserved to die from betrayal.

"Little Snow, Little Bell, come here!"

Today, several female members of the "Red Rose Guild" gathered at the Firefly Flower Sea to participate in a party organized by the Appearance Association.

In the discussion forums of the virtual community, every event posted by the "Looks Above All" group always sparks heated discussions.

Whether it's the scenic images shared during the event, or the exquisite costumes and character screenshots displayed by the members, they always attract the attention and responses of a large number of male players.

Ultimately, who doesn't enjoy pleasing visuals?

Even in this world teeming with Warcraft and fraught with danger, people still yearn for spiritual pleasure and solace amidst the struggle for survival.

Many people hope to numb themselves with this illusion so that they can still feel that it is a prosperous era.

Little Bell and Little Snow are both members of the association, and their plan for this day is still to film in the Fluorescent Sea of Flowers.

Although it wasn't my first visit, every time I step into this sea of flowers, it feels like stepping into the Illusion Realm.

The colorful butterflies fluttering in the sky and the flowers glowing faintly at night create a scene that feels like a dream.

Before I even got close, I heard the clear voice of "Imperial Dynasty Little Princess" calling out.

Most members of the association get along well, though there are a few exceptions.

"Finally, Fengming didn't bring her boyfriend today. I've told her so many times, no family members at internal events—does she think she's the only one with a partner? Humph!"

Sure enough, as soon as they met, they heard the "Little Princess" complaining about "Fengming".

The two had always been at odds, and whenever they met, they inevitably exchanged sarcastic remarks, something that others were already used to.

However, Fengming did not accompany Longyin today because Longyin was in the crucial stage of striving to break into the top ten of the rankings and could not spare the time to accompany her.

Fengming also vaguely heard the Little Princess's mockery in the distance, but he didn't take it to heart.

In her opinion, the other person was just a naive little girl, so why bother arguing?

The dozens of girls had already been divided into several small groups according to their level of closeness. Although they participated in activities together, they rarely appeared in the same frame.

Fengming and several close girlfriends plan to have a photoshoot with the theme of "Golden Silk and Jade Threads".

These individuals all come from privileged backgrounds and possess a considerable collection of elaborate costumes within the game.

As the group was discussing the best angles for taking photos, one of the female companions suggested:

"Let's go to another area; we already filmed here last time."

"The sea of flowers is so vast, there are still so many places we haven't explored yet."

"As long as you avoid areas where Fluorescent Butterflies congregate, there shouldn't be any danger."