After hearing all this, Li Chen could not help reflecting inwardly, The Great Dao exists freely between heaven and earth, where even mortals can see it. Yet how many can truly comprehend the Dao and cultivate?
He thought of Earth in his previous life, which had already entered the information age. Not everyone necessarily had access to cutting-edge knowledge and technology, but there was certainly no shortage of basic academic material.
Even so, not everyone could become a dragon among men, and there were countless reasons for that.
Because the people of this world had methods for cultivation and qi refining, they all had keen senses, agile minds, and exceptionally developed intellects. But intelligence was not wisdom, much less an accomplishment already attained.
The path of seeking the Dao remained extraordinarily difficult. The vast majority could only remain in the Qi Refining Realm. Even those who occasionally encountered an opportunity and forged a Dao Foundation rarely managed to become true Puppet Masters.
Seeing the look on Li Chen's face, You An immediately laughed. "What, tempted? Then wait until we get a chance to take a proper look. Something like this is bound to be a major local event. People will spread the news everywhere when the time comes, so don't worry about missing it."
Li Chen nodded. "Mm."
Just then, a commotion rose from the crowd downstairs.
The Octagonal Fort had a courtyard-like layout, allowing a direct view of the hall below from the third floor. A large crowd had already gathered, seemingly jostling to look at something.
Li Chen asked a servant-looking man in the corridor, "What's happening downstairs?"
The servant said, "Honored Craftsman, I believe the Earthly Sha Sect is releasing its latest Black List downstairs."
"The Earthly Sha Sect? The Black List? Come on, let's take a