Those who eke out a living in the outer city, relying on monthly blood donations for survival, are called blood slaves. They are the lowest class in the Slaughter City, yet also the most indispensable.
Any organization is generally structured in a pyramid shape, and these blood slaves are the largest group at the bottom of the pyramid. Without them, the Slaughter City would cease to exist.
Those living in the inner city, while enjoying the most luxurious lifestyle, also face the constant possibility of losing their lives. It could be said that they are the true beneficiaries of this Slaughter City.
At the same time, a question arose in Qi Ling's mind, "Then how do you make a profit here, since you don't grow crops or sell seafood? Where do you get your food and other necessities?"
The girl said seriously, "I'm sorry, I don't know the answer to that question and cannot answer you. I also advise you not to delve into it."
Upon hearing the girl's answer, Qi Ling couldn't help but ponder. This place was clearly being funded by someone behind the scenes, and it was a considerable force, or even multiple forces, otherwise it certainly wouldn't be able to support the expenses of an entire city.
After learning about the Spirit Hall, Qi Ling concluded that this force could not possibly be the Spirit Hall, nor could it possibly be Qian Xunji, since he didn't seem to be that wealthy.
Who exactly, or what organization, is secretly funding this place, and what can they possibly gain from it? Qi Ling will likely need to find the answers through other means.
After walking for a full half hour, the group finally arrived at the inner city gate. Compared to the outer city gate, there were no guards here. If the people in the outer city were confident they wouldn't be killed, they could come into the inner city at any time to enjoy life.
This is why the outer city and the inner city are like two different worlds. One side is a poor and destitute slum, while the other side is a bustling and vibrant area with bright lights and bustling nightlife. The atmosphere on the two sides is completely different.
"Of course, I suggest that you all experience life in the outer city for a while before entering the inner city, otherwise you may very well lose your lives in a short time," the girl said.
"Once we enter the inner city, please stay close to me and do not stray more than five meters away, otherwise I cannot guarantee your safety."
Qi Ling looked at the girl, smiled, and said, "Alright, let me confirm with you one last time: here, as long as you're strong enough, you're allowed to do whatever you want, right?"
"That's right, as long as you're strong enough, you can enjoy the treatment of an emperor!" the girl said.
"Oh, okay then," Qi Ling said with a smile. "Your mission is now complete, and you can go back now."
With that, Qi Ling left the girl in black veil and headed towards the inner city gate.
Seeing that Qi Ling had just left her protection and headed towards the inner city after she had warned him, the girl in black veiled exclaimed anxiously, "Hey! If you leave my side by five meters, you'll really die!"
"It's alright, five meters is too short!" Qi Ling laughed. "Anyone who enters my ten-meter range will be killed first."
As soon as she finished speaking, a powerful aura emanated from Qi Ling's body. The Xuanyuan Sword Realm had been activated and was controlled by Qi Ling within a ten-meter radius around her.
The girl felt as if she were beneath a giant sword, at risk of being cleaved in two at any moment. She broke out in a cold sweat and looked at Qi Ling with fear in her eyes, wondering who he was.
After leaving the girl in the black veil behind and arriving at the inner city, Qi Ling Qi Ling said, "What do you think we should do first?"
Qian Renxue thought for a moment and said, "That girl just said that the Hell Slaughter Arena is the most important competition here. Why don't we go there and take a look first?"
Jian Lan nodded and said, "Getting familiar with the environment here is the most important thing. The Hell Slaughter Arena should be the most important building here."
"Wrong, you two are still too young!" Qi Ling laughed. "We're going to stay here for a long time, so the first thing we need to do is find a comfortable place to live!"
"So the first thing we need to do is find a house that's in a great location, spacious, and comfortably furnished!" Qi Ling exclaimed excitedly. "And most importantly, it has to be free!"
Qian Renxue and Jian Lan exchanged a glance. Jian Lan smiled helplessly and said, " Qi Ling, why do I feel like you're so happy to be here?"
"Happy? Not at all! I'm not happy at all, I'm so sad, hahaha!" Qi Ling said with a laugh. "Let's go, let's experience the freedom of zero-dollar shopping!"
Indeed, as Qi Ling said, solving their accommodation problem should be their top priority.
After observing the buildings, Qi Ling discovered a pattern: the closer a house is to the center, the more convenient its transportation, the more luxurious its decoration, and the more powerful the people living there are.
This solved two of Qi Ling's problems at once: she could find out the location of the Hell Slaughter Arena and also find the most comfortable house.
However, at the same time, Qi Ling also saw the crazy people on the street. They all seemed to be in a state of debauchery, and there was a crazy atmosphere everywhere. It seemed that everyone was enjoying everything around them to the fullest.
And just as the girl said, women can sometimes be a disaster here, because these people have no normal mindset at all, so when it comes to what they want, they only have the option of "stealing".
Even though Qian Renxue and Jian Lan have changed their appearances, their otherworldly and refined temperament cannot be concealed. Any man who sees them will be captivated by them.
So, not long after the three of them entered, dozens of men surrounded them, staring at them menacingly, as if ready to crush them and devour them at any moment.
The reason they didn't step forward was because their instincts, honed over years of life-or-death experiences, told them that if they acted rashly, they might die without a burial place, where there were unknown dangers!
As Qi Ling walked, he observed the increasing number of followers behind him. He knew that these people were not attacking, yet they were unwilling to give up, simply because they planned to wait until there were too many of them and then eliminate him all at once.
"That's ridiculous. Do you really think a bunch of ants can kill an elephant?" Qi Ling said calmly. "Maybe tens of thousands would be a possibility."
Qian Renxue noticed the menacing looks in their eyes, frowned, and said, " Qi Ling, should I step in and take care of some of them? Their constant following is making me very uncomfortable."
"No need, A Xue. Since these fish are willingly jumping into the net, why bother trying to catch them?" Qi Ling said calmly. "Who among them is lucky today depends on their fate."
Finally, their instinctive needs overwhelmed their fear of danger, and these people, no longer willing to Qi Ling take the two for a walk, rushed forward together.