The Essence of the Spirit Realm

"Heh, what a calculating little brat."

Faced with Ye Chen's clearly prepared response, Ding Moluo let out a laugh and a sigh, then nodded in agreement.

"Still, you're right. As the one who extended the invitation, I really shouldn't have any objections. So go on, kid. Keep asking."

Thus, Ye Chen did not hesitate to raise his next question.

"What are the conditions for using the 'Spirit Realm'? In other words, how can I develop it?"

Upon hearing this, Ding Moluo's expression froze slightly once again.

(This brat... looks like he's dead set on prying more useful information out of me.)

Ding Moluo thought to himself. Outwardly, however, he unhurriedly asked in return:

"Don't you Hunter Corps have people who can use the 'Spirit Realm' too? Those Apex Hunters, for example, and that red-haired woman from earlier. Haven't they ever mentioned this to you?"

Ye Chen shook his head in reply.

"No. Within the Hunter Corps, the description of the qualifications needed to learn the 'Spirit Realm' has always been vague. Generally speaking, it comes down to abstract concepts like 'inspiration' and 'luck,' so I still haven't figured out the conditions for using it."

To Ye Chen's surprise, Ding Moluo suddenly burst into loud laughter after hearing his explanation.

"Ha ha ha! That figures! This technique is inherently something that goes utterly against the common sense of the world—something too difficult to pass down through mere verbal instruction! Besides, even among those who have awakened the 'Spirit Realm,' not everyone can understand the meaning and implications behind this art!"

Ye Chen emphasized without expression:

"Speak plainly."

Ding Moluo reined in his laughter while keeping his smile, then began explaining to Ye Chen at an unhurried pace.

"Monsters among monsters like the Apex Hunters may each understand the principles and origins