If a Sage- level expert were to attack, the entire Thousand Souls City would likely have little power to resist.
It can be said that Thousand Souls City is now a large city that doesn't live up to its name.
Normally, a city like this would need a Sage Realm expert to be stationed there.
Moreover, Thousand Souls City is located in a rather dangerous place in a sense. It is situated in the southern part of Nine Mysteries Prefecture, and further south of Thousand Souls City is a vast, uninhabited region where there is a risk of a ferocious beast tide breaking out.
"Next... should be the Dao Principle of Life and Death."
Han Xuanji secretly made his plans.
Yin and Yang, life and death, are two sides of the same coin.
Yin and Yang are the origin of all things, and life and death are the ultimate fate of all things.
Having grasped the Dao of Yin and Yang, one can then naturally and efficiently cultivate the Dao of Life and Death.
The best place to comprehend the Dao of Life and Death is the Life and Death Ravine.
Thinking of this, Han Xuanji took out a communication jade talisman from his bosom.
As expected, he went into seclusion for thirty years and received a lot of information.
However, much of the information was sent to him more than 20 years ago, which was also the period when his fame was at its peak.
However, this low profile over the past thirty years has dampened the enthusiasm of many people.
Hun Qianling also silently sent him a lot of messages, telling him roughly what had happened in the Soul Household.
The only noteworthy thing is that the Soul Household has gained another S-Rank Talent, recommended by Hun Qianchen. He is pursuing the path of physical immortality and his strength is extraordinary.
Han Xuanji didn't pay attention and sent a message to Hun Qianling:
"I'm out of quarantine. I need your help with something."
Less than three breaths after the message was sent, the jade talisman lit up, and Hun Qianling spoke, her voice coming from it:
"You're finally out of seclusion! What is it? Speak."
Han Xuanji smiled; this girl was still as impatient as ever.
"I want to go to the Life and Death Ravine. I heard that the Soul Household controls that secret realm, and you need to apply. Could you ask them for me what the requirements are?"
There was a moment of silence on the other end of the jade talisman, then Hun Qianling's voice rang out again, tinged with surprise:
" The Life and Death Ravine? That's a secret realm left behind by the Eternal True God. The energy of life and death inside is very rich, and it's indeed of great use for cultivating the Dao of Life and Death."
But... aren't you cultivating the Dao of the Five Elements? Why are you interested in the Dao of Life and Death now?"
"Learn more, and you'll have more career options."
Han Xuanji gave a vague answer.
"Oh."
Hun Qianling didn't press the matter; she had long been accustomed to the "unreasonable" things about Han Xuanji.
"Okay, I'll ask around for you. But opening the Life and Death Ravine consumes a lot of resources, so it's not something you can just enter casually; you might have to wait in line. Don't worry, I'll let you know when I have some news."
"Okay, thank you."
"No need to thank me, don't be so polite."
Hun Qianling paused, then suddenly changed the subject, "By the way, did you break through to a higher level?"
Han Xuanji was slightly taken aback:
How did you know?
Your voice sounds different.
Hun Qianling said smugly:
"I'm guessing you've already reached the fourth level of the Eternal Dao Master, right?"
Han Xuanji pondered for a moment and decided to admit it:
"Hmm, it's the fourth floor."
"I guessed right?"
Hun Qianling's voice rose a few decibels.
"You've only been in the Eternal Continent for a short time, and you're already on the fourth level?"
"I was lucky; I gained some insights."
Han Xuanji spoke in a flat tone.
"Good luck..."
Hun Qianling repeated the word, her tone complex, "Your luck is simply too good. At this rate, you'll probably break through to the Eternal True Lord in a thousand years."
Han Xuanji chuckled, "It's not that fast. The cultivation of the Dao of Principle becomes increasingly difficult as you progress. Maintaining this pace is already quite good. I wouldn't even dare to dream of breaking through to the True Master in a thousand years."
He was telling the truth in the first part.
The cultivation of the Eternal Dao Master stage is relatively easy in the first few levels, but becomes increasingly difficult as you progress.
Especially at the threshold of True Master, countless geniuses have been blocked.
Hun Qianling didn't dwell on the topic, but instead said with a smile:
"No matter what, breaking through is a good thing. You've been in seclusion for so long, it's time to come out and get some fresh air."
Shallow Dream Pavilion, it's my treat. First, to congratulate you on your breakthrough, and second, to thank you for the cloak you gave me last time.
No refusing allowed!
Han Xuanji initially wanted to decline, as he had something very important to discuss, but hearing the firmness in her tone, he nodded.
Okay, when?
Since we still have time, we can take this opportunity to explain it properly.
"This evening! I've reserved a good table at the Shallow Dream Pavilion, you can just come directly."
"Good."
As dusk fell, the Thousand Souls City was illuminated by lanterns.
The Shallow Dream Pavilion is located in the most prosperous area of Thousand Souls City. It covers a vast area, with the main building standing a hundred meters tall. It is decorated with carved beams and painted rafters, and has upturned eaves. Each floor is adorned with colorful spirit lanterns, illuminating the entire building as if it were daytime.
The street in front of the building was bustling with traffic and cultivators coming and going in an endless stream, creating a lively atmosphere.
Han Xuanji walked to the front of the building, looked up at the golden signboard, and felt a slight stirring in his heart.
Shallow Dream Pavilion is one of the top pleasure quarters in Thousand Souls City.
In Thousand Souls City, a great city where all races gather, there are all kinds of places for enjoyment.
Some take the luxury route, some the elegance route, and some the novelty route. To achieve a top-notch position, Shallow Dream Pavilion must have its own unique features.
Han Xuanji sense that the building was filled with arrays, and he could vaguely see a large number of servants running around, with various sounds faintly emanating from it.
" The Shallow Dream Pavilion is just ahead."
This was Han Xuanji's first time visiting such a place.
Although he was rich, he never thought about enjoying himself.
A waitress in green came forward and, after confirming Han Xuanji's identity, smiled politely, even with a hint of allure.
"So it's Young Master Han? Miss Hun is already waiting in the main building, please follow me."
Han Xuanji nodded and followed the attendant through the palace pavilions ahead.
Inside the pavilions and halls, there was a great deal of noise. Cultivators of all kinds sat in twos and threes, drinking, making merry, and chatting happily.
Han Xuanji's gaze swept across the crowd and he found that these cultivators were all quite powerful, mostly at the Eternal Dao Master level. Occasionally, he could also sense a few more obscure auras, which should be at the Eternal True Lord level.
Passing through the palace in front, Han Xuanji felt as if he had entered another space. The Spiritual Qi here was obviously much more abundant, and it was clear that only truly distinguished guests could come here. There were also more auras of Eternal True Lord level, and he could even vaguely sense the aura of Eternal True God level.
"We've arrived, Young Master Han. Miss Hun is on the first floor ahead."
The waiter led him to the main building and pushed open a carved jade door.
Han Xuanji stepped into the hall and looked around.
The interior design of the first floor of the main building is more exquisite than the exterior, yet it is not ostentatious; every detail exudes an understated luxury.
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