This day.
As the flying vessel sailed steadily onward, the light sphere at its summit suddenly began to emit a faint glow.
A projection appeared at the very front of the flying vessel.
It was a passage glowing with traces of violet light.
"A special world!"
"Great!"
"Yeah, I was about to grow mold on this flying vessel!"
"Damn it, after waiting so long, we finally ran into a special world. Wonder what kind of place it is."
"The sect's identification is reliable enough. They're all worlds roughly matched to our cultivation, and their energy levels aren't low either."
"As long as no other factions enter, this time it'll be a blood—"
Discussion erupted across the deck.
A late-stage Shattering Void disciple was speaking to the people beside him, but before he could finish—
In the distance, another flying vessel flickered in and out of sight.
"..."
"Looks like we'll have to deal with other factions this time."
"Deal with my ass. They're just from the Middle Ring. Kill them all."
"That makes sense."
"Bullshit. Didn't you read the exploration guide? Some factions may not compare to our Profound Light Sect, but it's still their territory."
"The sect's response won't be as fast as your response to getting killed."
"Don't be arrogant. Keep a low profile. Don't provoke those with unclear backgrounds. Do whatever you want to weak factions. If you can't win, save your life first. Reporting it to the sect is best!"
"What we need to do is remember the other faction's name, then report it to the sect and let the sect's powerhouses deal with them."
Just as the discussions outside continued, an old man emerged from within the flying vessel.
His hair and beard were white, and he wore a set of white robes.
That was