The two chatted merrily along the way. After all, there were far too many things Ye Tian did not know, so it was only natural to discuss a thing or two.
After He Shen's patient explanation, Ye Tian finally thoroughly understood the significance of this selection tournament. That island was actually rich in spiritual energy, and it possessed a grand formation that had been tested. Even if one died, one could rise from the dead.
Even more fantastical was the boost gained after returning from death. Whether in cultivation or bone tempering, there would be a qualitative leap throughout one's entire body.
Thus, the true nature of this competition was still to strengthen the Demon Realm's power and prepare for the next invasion from the Bijing Realm.
"By the way, do you know of an item called Shi Jin?" After asking a whole circle of questions, Ye Tian finally returned to the most crucial one.
He Shen fell silent for a moment, seemingly hesitant. In the end, he spoke. "That Shi Jin is used to repair the world, isn't it?"
Ye Tian's eyes lit up at once. Did that not mean He Shen was very likely aware of Shi Jin's whereabouts? He hurriedly nodded, waiting expectantly for what came next.
"If this had been a few days ago, perhaps you could still have seen what it looked like. But now... it is already serving the purpose it ought to serve."
Combining He Shen's words with the Demon Realm's present circumstances, Ye Tian knew which world it was repairing even without anyone spelling it out.
"If you wish to take a look, please make your way to the mainland ahead. Dig three feet into the ground, and you may find Shi Jin." Seeing Ye Tian's tightly furrowed brow, He Shen still