A realm was only so large to begin with. If it suddenly became more compact, it would naturally shrink considerably. The living beings who had once dwelled there would find themselves more crowded, and clashes over resources would become more frequent and fiercer.
Thinking of this, Fairy Silver Fox and the others grew solemn.
"Not only will our North Profound Realm shrink; the other two realms will shrink as well. To seize space, Immortal Spirit Stones, and other resources, expansion and conflict are inevitable." Old Man Ling saw their solemn expressions and reassured them. "Fortunately, the Barbaric Land is vast—larger than even several continents in the Immortal Realm—and rich in resources. Besides, for now, only our Lingxiao Pavilion and the Heaven Slaughter Sect are here, so there's no need to worry about these problems."
The Barbaric Land was home to countless savage beast hordes, and ordinary cultivators could hardly venture deep into it. Only Lingxiao Pavilion, with its high-level savage beasts, had made it their base. Thus, they needn't worry too much about the various problems that would come with the realm shrinking.
"I'm only afraid that someone might set their sights on the Barbaric Land in the future. After all, it's rich in resources." Ling Tian gave a wry smile. "As for the army of savage beasts here, it won't pose much of an obstacle either. If a few experts at the Heavenly Lord level make a move..."
"Tian'er, don't worry. These problems won't arise anytime soon." Zi Yun laughed heartily. "Give us some time, and Lingxiao Pavilion will grow stronger and stronger. We'll even be able to fear no power in the Immortal Realm."
Ling Tian and the others nodded and said no more, continuing on their way.
Several days later, Ling Tian and his group finally returned