Divine Beast Creator

The appearance of Qi Realm Dou Yanlan not only failed to solve Feng Yuan’s team’s questions, but rather made the things they didn’t understand even more complicated. Originally thought to be the work of Qi Chen in this world, but it turns out to be not the case.

This world has not even discovered the main timeline yet, which is normal. If it weren’t for Feng Yuan bringing Eclipse here, it’s unlikely they could have tracked this place. Concealment is never one-directional. The difficulty in finding this place also means they’re far from the main timeline. However, how exactly did the ones attacking Qi Chen pass over? Feng Yuan isn’t very clear on that either.

As for whether Qi Realm Dou Yanlan is lying? Feng Yuan cannot determine, but he feels probably not, because she knows his strength. Just like War Qi Chen, he wouldn’t choose to oppose Feng Yuan, knowing the odds of winning are too low. Besides, there isn’t any direct conflict between them.

"If we want to investigate the Qi Realm, what preparations do we need to make?"

After pondering for a moment, Feng Yuan looked at Qi Realm Dou Yanlan and asked. She was stunned, looked at Qi Chen and his team, then hesitantly said

"You don’t need any preparation, I believe in your strength. However, they..."

"Having them with us can avoid surprise attacks by that guy, whose skills are not simple."

Feng Yuan spoke while keeping his gaze fixed on Qi Realm Dou Yanlan. She didn’t mind this offensive behavior from Feng Yuan or, rather, if she were him, she wouldn’t easily trust others either, even if they had fought together before.

To be honest, if he hadn’t confirmed he hadn’t done it himself, Qi Realm Dou Yanlan might have suspected her involvement, given that attacking War Qi Chen could be understood, but attacking Qi Chen, what does that mean?

The target isn’t an important figure, or rather, there’s no significance to the war, yet touching him may lead to Feng Yuan’s involvement, just as it did now.

Even if Feng Yuan said nothing, Qi Realm Dou Yanlan could guess that he’s not keen on getting involved in these wars unless it’s confirmed that her side indeed attacked Feng Yuan. She doesn’t want him misunderstanding and causing big trouble.

"I see, if that’s the case, it might be quite dangerous for you all."

Qi Realm Dou Yanlan didn’t entertain the idea of holding Qi Chen’s team hostage. She simply didn’t want them to get into trouble in the Qi Realm, lest Feng Yuan goes berserk. Seeing the group’s confusion, Qi Realm Dou Yanlan pressed something in the air, and shortly after, a virtual projection appeared.

This virtual projection showed a sandbox model of an area in semitransparent form. Feng Yuan’s team quickly recognized this sandbox as the Qi Realm outside.

"This is the surface layer of the Qi Realm, a chaotic area bordering other countries. Besides, there’s a concept of deeper space in the Qi Realm."

While saying this, Qi Realm Dou Yanlan pressed a button, and the sandbox turned gray, covered by a Starry Sky. In it, various twisted lands and objects, and even creatures, existed.

"This is the inner layer of the Qi Realm, or you could say, its depth. Here, there’s an endless flood of mental interference that can drive those with weak willpower insane. Even we can’t stay there long without equipment."

"Moreover, various bizarre things exist within the Qi Realm, many of which defy our common sense and are hard to kill. Thus, the Domain outside the Qi Realm is a very dangerous place."

"And not just nighttime passage through the Qi Realm is perilous. Even during the day, there’s a chance of accidentally entering the inner layer while crossing the Qi Realm. Thanks to this, although the Qi Realm occasionally connects to other countries, the opportunity for war to break out is quite limited."

Qi Realm Dou Yanlan had no intent to hide. Concealing important information now might bring trouble upon herself.

Besides, she had personal reasons; she didn’t want Qi Chen’s team recklessly venturing into danger. Even though she knew it wasn’t him, after all, it’s his existence in a Parallel World.

In fact, Feng Yuan had considered this seriously and decided to temporarily trust Qi Realm Dou Yanlan. Of course, owing to Empire Gladys’ influence, Feng Yuan’s trust wasn’t extensive, knowing that Qi Realm Dou Yanlan, like War Qi Chen, isn’t naive.

"Inner World?"

After listening to Qi Realm Dou Yanlan’s explanation, Feng Yuan’s gaze shifted slightly. He hadn’t anticipated the Qi Realm being structured this way, though it coincided with his suspicions that the Qi Realm in this world wasn’t straightforward.

"You can consider it that way, but we generally regard it as a world on the brink of chaotic collapse rather than an Inner World. However, since this world is so close to ours, it forms this special Domain-Abyss phenomenon."

Qi Realm Dou Yanlan said while manipulating the project device. The sandbox changed again, shrinking to reveal a continent model. Below the continent model was a foggy Starry Sky area, constantly shifting and occasionally overlapping with the continent model.

Beneath the foggy Starry Sky was deep darkness.

"This is our preliminary view of the Qi Realm. Perhaps it’s incorrect, but this is the structure as we understand it."

Qi Realm Dou Yanlan explained, pointing to the deep darkness, then said

"The deeper one ventures into the inner layer of the Qi Realm, the more unique and valuable materials are produced. However, the further in, the more dangerous it becomes. Every year, we sacrifice people to obtain these resources..."

As she spoke, perhaps remembering Peculiar Realm Qi Chen, Qi Realm Dou Yanlan sighed and didn’t continue. Feng Yuan understood her meaning, stroked his chin, and said

"Do you think the ones who attacked Qi Chen could be from deep within the Qi Realm?"

"Can’t rule out the possibility. Moreover, based on what you’ve said, such an eerie mode of attack, if it were really orchestrated by a nation, we would have some impression."

Such an unavoidable way of attack, even if it occurred just once, would be enough to spread across the world. This existence, to others, is a major threat. After all, no one is sure whether they might be targeted next.

Because of this, Qi Realm Dou Yanlan heavily doubts whether the attackers are human. She definitely doesn’t believe there are humans in the depths of the Qi Realm.

"Hmm, it’s not entirely unreasonable, but let’s not jump to conclusions."

Feng Yuan thought this was a possible direction for investigation. Although they traced here, they’ve actually lost track of the target. Yet Feng Yuan is concerned about the dangers deep within the Qi Realm.

He himself isn’t afraid, those things can’t hurt him. But for Qi Chen and his team, it’s difficult to say. Even if he can intervene to save them, instant-kill threats are troublesome.

No way he can activate world-barrier-level protection, right? That would be exaggerated and absurd.

For this reason, Feng Yuan hesitated about venturing deep into the Qi Realm. He can’t just leave Qi Chen’s team behind. In that case, he might have to rely on Divine Beasts for assistance in looking out for them.

"Although the Qi Realm is dangerous, you should have coping mechanisms. Could we possibly borrow your methods?"

At this point, Dou Yanlan spoke up, looking at Qi Realm Dou Yanlan, who sighed at her own youthful appearance and said

"Of course we have, but they’re not foolproof. If possible, I really don’t want you to take risks, because we have no idea what’s deep within the Qi Realm. Based on our experience, the dangers there might not be inferior to what we faced last time."

"What?!"

Qi Chen and Dou Yanlan were surprised, looking at Qi Realm Dou Yanlan. The battle in Parallel World faced an enemy only Divine Beasts together could contend with!

"In theory, it shouldn’t be that strong. The limits of this world are here, unlike the fight in Parallel World caused by the struggle for world essence."

Feng Yuan was mostly unperturbed, as theoretically, the strongest in a space is limited by that space’s constraints. Judging by the strength of this time stream, enemies of Parallel World battlefield level are very unlikely to appear.

If nothing else, that entity secured the world essence. Moreover, that return of world essence directly triggered the birth of this time stream. That alone indicates the entity possessed immense power.

Since this world is just one of the time streams, it’s impossible to house such formidable foes.

Yet, this is difficult for Feng Yuan to explain. Thankfully, Qi Chen’s team doesn’t need to know the details, so Feng Yuan didn’t bother explaining.