Sage of Humanity

Whether it was being brought into the Star Abyss by the Spectral Sedan Chair years ago or leaving the Qing Palace this time, it was the first time Lu Ye encountered a Star Abyss cultivator who didn't harbor a killing intent against him.

Of course, one cannot fully trust words, and without specific interaction, he couldn't determine the true intentions of others.

Words may sound pleasant, but a ruthless hand often lurks in the stellar space, especially in the lawless Star Abyss.

But he still stopped himself.

It wasn't trust, but confidence; that group didn't seem to have Dao Fusion capabilities. Given his current strength, beginner-level concerns are unnecessary.

If they did harbor ill intentions, he would simply kill them.

Chen Wu approached Lu Ye slowly, stopped a short distance away, and sighed, "Judging by Fellow Daoist's aura, it seems you've only recently entered the Star Abyss, correct? Truth be told, we are stellar space refugees. If you're willing, you might accompany me to meet Madam. Walking alone in the Star Abyss is arduous; you might not survive long."

After a slight consideration, Lu Ye nodded, "Then I thank Fellow Daoist."

Setting aside Yin Luo, this was the first relatively friendly force he'd encountered in the Star Abyss. It was a good opportunity to blend in and observe how they survive, and he had an interest in the powers within the Star Abyss, hoping to gather some information from them.

"Please!" Chen Wu gestured, not underestimating Lu Ye.

He understood that someone like Lu Ye, surviving despite the stellar space shattering, was definitely a top-tier strong fighter somewhere in the stellar space. Although these so-called strong fighters might not be influential in the Star Abyss, once they enter the path, they are far from mediocre and often have strong potential for growth.

The two walked side by side, soon returning to where the group was.

Chen Wu stepped forward, "Madam, I've brought him."

The leading woman nodded slightly, glanced at Lu Ye, and with a faint smile said, "I am Qing Yu. How should Fellow Daoist be addressed?"

"Lu Ye!"

"Fellow Daoist Lu," Qing Yu nodded slightly, "As fellow humans, meeting by chance in this vast Star Abyss is fate. I noticed you alone with a pure aura, suggesting you've only recently entered the Star Abyss, so I sent someone to invite you. If it offended you, I apologize."

"Madam, you're too kind. I am alone and helpless, grateful for your invitation beyond words."

"Fellow Daoist Lu, have you entered the path?" Madam Qingyu asked again.

"I have," Lu Ye answered honestly. There was no need to hide this. While speaking, he was observing the group; their average strength seemed quite good, especially the leading Madam Qingyu, who appeared the strongest. Otherwise, in such a place, it wouldn't be possible for such a beautiful woman to lead.

"That's good," Madam Qingyu said to Chen Wu, "Chen Wu, take good care of Fellow Daoist Lu. Let's continue our journey."

Chen Wu blinked and replied, "Yes!"

Shortly after, the group continued moving forward.

Beside Madam Qingyu, a burly man's Mental Consciousness stirred, transmitting audibly, "Madam, is there anything wrong with that person...?"

Having survived together for years, even with less sensitivity, the burly man sensed something off from Madam Qingyu's final instructions.

Her telling Chen Wu to take extra care of Lu Ye likely meant for Chen Wu to monitor him. Chen Wu clearly understood Madam Qingyu's meaning.

Madam Qingyu pondered, "It's somewhat peculiar."

The burly man's expression hardened, "A spy?"

Madam Qingyu chuckled, "Not necessarily. Although the nearby forces aren't strong, who would use a recent Star Abyss entrant as a spy? I just think... he's a bit too clean."

The burly man wasn't dull, and upon hearing this, immediately realized, "Indeed, too clean."

When stellar spaces shattered, they became disheveled; yet Lu Ye appeared neat, as if he hadn't faced hardships.

Is such a thing possible?

Moreover, the person's demeanor seemed too calm.

The burly man said, "If Madam finds him inappropriate, just kill him; a newcomer, even if touched the path, at most the 5th Dao, I can kill him effortlessly."

Madam Qingyu sighed, "Yhing Hu, if I killed you upon first meeting, would we be here today? In this devouring Star Abyss, humans are frail; a rare talent deserves observation. Perhaps he's a worthy seed."

Yhing Hu recalled his past, having been alone and in despair, surviving thanks to Madam Qingyu's group's refuge.

He nodded, "That's fine, but if this kid truly acts, he won't escape my grasp."

In the lineup, Lu Ye walked alongside Chen Wu; if this arrangement was unintentional, Lu Ye wouldn't believe it. He sensed Madam Qingyu's mistrust but realized it's normal. If Madam Qingyu were simplistic, she wouldn't survive in the Star Abyss.

Placing him, a stranger, in the lineup if there were anomalies would invite attack from all sides.

He didn't mind, merely chatting with Chen Wu, trying to gather intelligence.

This group led by Madam Qingyu is primarily composed of stellar space refugees. After the stellar space shattered, Madam Qingyu and others fortunately survived. After enduring many hardships, they finally gained a foothold at Star Abyss. Over the years, they've sporadically rescued some from the human race and integrated them.

Only then did they build up to the scale they have now.

If Lu Ye were just an ordinary human, after encountering this group, he would definitely think of joining them to seek shelter.

In the stellar space, many forces similar to Madam Qingyu's have emerged; in reality, they are all small factions that don't truly make it to the forefront.

Of course, these small factions also have the potential to grow gradually, eventually evolving into major forces that control vast regions, reigning supreme.

"So where are we headed this time?" Lu Ye asked.

Chen Wu, after a brief pondering, seemed to think there was no need to hide it, and stated, "To the Dao Pool!"

"Hmm?" Lu Ye raised his eyebrows, "What kind of place is that?"

This reminded him of the Enlightenment Pool in the Cover Armor stellar space, but the two seem unrelated.

Chen Wu said, "Brother Lu, having just entered Star Abyss, would naturally not be too clear about the situation here. In Star Abyss, there are indeed many incredible things. For instance, there's something called the Stellar Tree, which bears Stellar Fruits. Consuming them can greatly enhance the success rate of refining Dao Bone. However, Brother Lu, do not assume that since it's called a tree, it is literally a tree. It's actually a marvelous energy condensation that takes the shape of a tree, and its fruits are the same."

Stellar Trees and Stellar Fruits, Lu Ye was well aware of them. It was thanks to the Stellar Fruits that figures like Jiu Yan could easily advance to the 6th Dao.

"Also, for example, the Dao Pool, which is another among the many wonders in Star Abyss. Unlike the Stellar Tree, Dao Pools can appear anywhere. By themselves, Dao Pools are nothing special, but at certain times, Dao Fish will emerge within the pool. These are not actual fish but are shaped like them, being pure Dao force condensations. Whoever obtains them can easily absorb and refine them to enhance their own Dao force."

"Oh?" Lu Ye immediately showed interest, "That truly sounds fascinating."

Chen Wu said, "Brother Lu must know, in Star Abyss, Dao force is paramount. Anything associated with Dao force and Dao Bone is extremely precious and will attract fierce competition from all sides."

Lu Ye understood, "So this time we're going to compete for those Dao Fish."

"Exactly!" Chen Wu nodded solemnly, "So this time we're going all out."

"And who are we up against?"

If there's a competition, there are certainly opponents.

"In this area, there are three factions. One is our group of stellar space refugees. The other two are composed of Star Abyss cultivators. Unlike the stellar space forces, many Star Abyss factions are named after regions or leaders. For instance, externally, we are known as Qingyu, and another faction also named after its leader is called Mann Shan."

"Mann Shan!"

"Yes, its leader seems to be a Savage Race member, incredibly powerful, with a terrifyingly strong physique. Over the years, the Madam has confronted him several times, with neither side claiming victory."

For him to say this implies Madam Qingyu suffered losses.

"There's also one faction that occupies a domain shattered like a Dragon Spine, basing their operations there, and thus call themselves Dragon Spine, primarily composed of Demon Race members."

Lu Ye raised an eyebrow, "So this competition for the Dao Fish will be a three-way melee?"

It seems he made the right choice joining this group. To accumulate more Dao Bones and strengthen his Dao force, hunting was the most troublesome part. Though he had taken down quite a few along the way, they were mostly minor opponents.

If he could take down the so-called Mann Shan and Dragon Spine in one fell swoop, the gains would be significant.

"It's not necessarily a melee. When we reach the Dao Pool, everyone will occupy different areas and attempt to capture the Dao Fish. Generally speaking, our overall strengths are quite similar. Having fought several times in the past, we've grown wary of each other."

"What is Madam Qingyu's Dao level?" Lu Ye asked.

"The Madam is at the 9th Dao!" Chen Wu's face filled with reverence.

"Are there any others at the 9th Dao?"

Chen Wu shook his head, "No, but there are three others at the 8th Dao."

Lu Ye couldn't help but frown, "How long has Madam Qingyu been in Star Abyss?"

"It's been several hundred years at least."

In these several hundred years, how could she have only reached the 9th Dao cultivation? Logically, as a figure like Madam Qingyu, she must have been one of the top experts in her stellar space, with remarkable talent. With so much time passed, she should have achieved Dao Fusion by now.

Even if transitioning from Beginner level to Dao Fusion isn't simple, what about the others? Why is there not even one other at the 9th Dao?

Comparing to the cultivation progress of Jiu Yan and the others, this group is starkly different.

But on second thought, surviving and growing stronger in Star Abyss isn't easy. Figures like Jiu Yan were able to advance so quickly due to a combination of favorable timing, environment, and people. Yhin Hu provided a monthly supply of rich Dao Bone, and each piece was filled with abundant Dao force. They could freely hunt Star Abyss living creatures outside Qing Palace and retreat to the safe haven whenever danger arose.

Madam Qingyu and her group did not have such favorable conditions. Most of their Dao force likely came from hard cultivation!

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