The Dark Domain.
A mysterious organization in the High-Latitude Realm.
They have unique expertise in intelligence gathering.
The Dark Ranking.
This was created by the Dark Domain.
The rankings of the strongest individuals in the High-Latitude Realm are marked on the Dark Ranking.
Even if they are reclusive powerhouses, the Dark Domain can find them and list them on the leaderboard.
Many factions are curious about this Dark Ranking.
How exactly did the Dark Domain find those reclusive powerhouses?
At that time, a powerful figure on the Dark Ranking was suddenly overtaken by an unknown reclusive expert. The expert was immediately dissatisfied and, after several twists and turns, found the reclusive expert's secluded place of cultivation.
Then it got blown up...
Then, the Dark Ranking was recognized by all the powerful beings in the High-Latitude Realm.
This also demonstrates that the Dark Domain's intelligence-gathering capabilities are unparalleled!
Liu Ziru noticed Lu Changsheng's gaze and was taken aback. "Why are you looking at me?"
Lu Changsheng walked over, a "kind" smile on his face, patted Liu Ziru on the shoulder, and said, "Ziru, how have I treated you these days?"
How have you treated me?
Upon hearing these words...
Liu Ziru's mind was filled with images of being brutally trained by Lu Changsheng...
When she looked up and saw Lu Changsheng's extremely "kind" expression again, she suddenly trembled.
He forced a smile and said reluctantly, "Uh... yes! Senior Lu is too kind to me!"
Lu Changsheng continued with a smile, "Alright, I know that Ziru has always been a grateful person, right?"
"..."
"If there's anything I need, Ziru shouldn't refuse, right?"
"..."
"If you don't answer, I'll take that as a yes?"
Liu Ziru's lips twitched incessantly, his expression somewhat ferocious.
She turned her head to look at the shoulder that Lu Changsheng was gripping.
I didn't refuse to answer!
But you've practically dislocated my shoulder!
It hurts so much I can't even speak!
Shi Sheng, standing nearby, covered Xiao Shitou's eyes and said, "Um, well, how about your senior brother teaches you to cook?"
Xiao Shitou must not see this.
Otherwise, it would tarnish the great image of Master in Xiao Shitou's eyes!
Little did they know...
Xiao Shitou was already tired of seeing this scene.
It can be said that in the Changsheng Realm...
Inside the Cottage cottage.
Liu Ziru's status is even lower than that dog at the gate... oh wait, I mean, the tiger!
" Senior Lu, I'd like to agree, but even I, Five-Star Deacon, have never heard of Star Essence!"
Liu Ziru smiled wryly, "Either the Star Essence is too low-level to warrant the Dark Domain's attention, or it's too high-level for even me to handle!"
However, what comes from the Willow Tree could hardly be ordinary.
"To learn about the Star Essence, we must seek out higher-level beings, and it might require you to accompany me to the Dark Domain..."
Lu Changsheng's brow twitched.
Seemingly afraid that Lu Changsheng would refuse, Liu Ziru quickly added, "As you know, Senior, the Dark Domain has been trying to win you over. In recent days, the higher-ups have put pressure on me countless times."
"This is something I'm not even qualified to touch. I can't ask for it myself, so I have to ask a senior to go with me, and that might come at a price..."
intelligence.
Bartering is necessary.
Moreover, it depends on the value of the intelligence.
Lu Changsheng was naturally aware of this rule.
Considering what Willow Tree said earlier, the risks seem to be even greater than this.
Moreover, it seems that this is the only way to improve Shi Sheng's talent at present.
Lu Changsheng said helplessly, "Alright, I'll go with you."
Liu Ziru's face lit up with joy, and he said, "Alright, let's set off now!"
"No rush, let me prepare first."
What should we prepare?
Just as Liu Ziru was about to ask a question, she saw Lu Changsheng turn around and walk into the wooden house.
Shi Sheng then led Xiao Shitou into the kitchen.
However, the lesson was supposed to be about teaching Xiao Shitou how to cook, but before all the food was even served, Xiao Shitou had already stolen and eaten most of it...
Inside the wooden house.
Lu Changsheng sat on the edge of the bed, deep in thought.
The value of the Star Essence is definitely not low.
Otherwise, given Liu Ziru's status in the Dark Domain, it's impossible that he wouldn't know.
Therefore, the price required to exchange information about the Star Essence will definitely not be small.
What will be used in exchange?
Elixir?
To enhance strength?
While it's possible, it's not as important as the Star Essence.
Exchange it directly using personal favors?
The idea flashed through Lu Changsheng's mind for a moment before being immediately rejected.
Favors are the hardest things to repay.
As an intelligence force, what does the Dark Domain need most?
That is the ability to gather intelligence.
And thugs.
The latter is impossible.
Then we can only start with the former.
Enhance intelligence gathering capabilities.
It's nothing more than special Cultivation Method and formations.
Lu Changsheng did not possess this special Cultivation Method.
I'm not good at that either.
Then we can only start with formations.
That's what I've been thinking about.
Lu Changsheng then began making arrangements...
Seven days have passed.
Lu Changsheng then came out of the wooden house.
Liu Ziru walked over and asked, "What are you preparing, senior?"
Lu Changsheng smiled and said, "You'll find out then."
It took me seven days from brainstorming to setting up this counter-array!
It shouldn't be a big problem.
"Alright, let's go."
Liu Ziru smiled and nodded, summoning the Void Behemoth, and the two leaped onto it.
Then it directly traversed through space.
The Void Behemoth are much faster than those spaceships.
At the same time, it is also much safer.
After all, Void Behemoth feed on Power of Space.
Those spatial storms and turbulence posed no threat whatsoever to the Void Behemoth!
Without these two obstacles, the speed naturally increases.
The back of the giant beast.
Liu Ziru said from the side, " Senior Lu, I have already communicated with the higher-ups in the Dark Domain."
"They do know a little about the Star Essence, but it's an S-level secret, and you'll need to personally discuss it with those higher up."
Lu Changsheng nodded.
That's good since you know. I'm just worried that even the Dark Domain doesn't know, and I'll have to go find
"However, the price to pay might be relatively high; S-level secrets are not something that can be obtained in ordinary terms."
At this point, Liu Ziru fell silent for a moment.
He then said, "However, if Senior Lu is willing to join the Dark Domain, perhaps he can obtain this secret..."
Lu Changsheng smiled and said, "As you know, I won't join the Dark Domain."
Upon hearing this, Liu Ziru smiled wryly, "That might be a bit difficult... or rather, close to impossible."
"After all, S-level intelligence is usually obtained by the Dark Domain in exchange for what they want."
"And their target all along has been you..."
Lu Changsheng shrugged.
If this formation doesn't work, then we'll have to make a trip to the Myriad Buddha Realm.
Although it is dangerous, and although it will bring karmic consequences.
However, this is not a reason to join a faction and be controlled by others.
PS: Second update