The little Tree Monster answered Chen Lin in broken Taixu Script.
Chen Lin was immediately delighted.
Since the creature understood Taixu Script, not only could they communicate, but it also meant that cultivators existed in this realm, and their forces were probably far from weak.
But the little Tree Monster immediately added, "Human cultivators are no exception. Without the Great King's Command Token, no one is allowed to leave!"
"Then how can I get a Command Token?"
Chen Lin asked.
The little Tree Monster promptly widened its eyes. "How would I know? I only guard the border!"
Seeing this, Chen Lin realized that reasoning with the creature would get him nowhere. Although it could communicate, it did not seem particularly bright.
Chen Lin glanced beyond the barrier.
More and more Earth Giants were rising from the ground, some even carrying weapons. After a moment's hesitation, he decided against using his innate thunder power to pass through.
The other side might not be any safer than this one.
"Since crossing the border isn't allowed, I won't cross. I'll go ask the Great King for a Command Token."
Chen Lin did not want to keep arguing with the creature. The border stretched a long way; if he could not cross here, he could simply find somewhere else.
"That's none of my concern, then, as long as you don't escape through my post."
The little Tree Monster yawned, its eyes slowly closing.
Soon, all its facial features disappeared, leaving it looking like an ordinary little tree.
The flowers, grasses, and trees summoned by the little Tree Monster all returned to their previous bowing posture, as though nothing had happened.
Seeing this, Chen Lin slowly backed away.
Only after retreating a considerable distance and confirming that the creature truly had no intention of bothering