Although his domain remained expanded at all times, Cheng Yu used it only to warn him of danger and read information.
Any supernatural manifestation on a phenomenal scale had to follow the laws governing this world.
The reason Cheng Yu now wanted to complete the nine-rank paths of these professions was to create a new profession.
Different roads led to the same destination. Many things were essentially the same.
Cheng Yu intended to discover the common ground between these professions by completing their sequences, then build a profession sequence of his own upon that foundation.
The most formidable profession possible within the limits of the rules-or, in other words, the most powerful supernatural manifestation.
As for those Intruders, Cheng Yu put them out of his mind. Once he understood the rules governing this world, he could deal with them however he pleased.
With that thought, Cheng Yu tossed aside the third revised edition of "The Origin of the World" and turned to the old butler standing nearby.
"William, I want to see more Profession Books in my library. Any profession, any rank-the more, the better. Can you do that?"
The old butler placed a hand over his chest.
"Of course, my lord. All of Constantine City belongs to you. Whatever it takes, I will do everything in my power to carry out your command."
Cheng Yu nodded slightly, a smile on his lips.
"Thank you for your efforts."
That night, under the frightened gaze of an inexperienced maid, Cheng Yu dismissed the two beautiful women, each attractive in her own way, who had come to share his bed.
After returning to his room, he finally took a good look at his bedroom.
Red velvet carpet covered the floor. Overhead, an enormous, ornate magical crystal ceiling fixture cast a soft, warm