CHAPTER 341: CHAPTER 341: ENTERING THE VILLAGE

The five of them changed into the official uniform and began to proceed along the mountain road towards Wushan Village.

The mountain road was winding and intricate.

Now and then, strange beastly roars could be heard echoing through the forest.

They saw wolves as large as buffaloes hunting prey, realizing this was no ordinary locale.

In the Endless World.

Lin Qingsong had emphasized not to apply the concepts of the real world, or they’d suffer a loss.

Clearly.

This concept of reality.

Encompassed not only the customs and perspectives but also the fundamental essence of the entire world.

"Last time, the place I entered was an expanse of snowy plains.

This time, it’s clearly not the same place as the snowy plains.

Even a Divine Country of the Divine Spirit is, perhaps, too vast."

Baiyu mused to himself.

Divine Relics are tied to the Divine Spirit; for instance, the Eye of the Black Moon allows entry into the Divine Country by special means.

However, at present.

This Divine Country was vast and complete, far surpassing the shattered state of Black Moon’s Divine Country.

Even possessing an economic system.

On the bodies of those officials, there were currencies made of precious metals.

Such a...

The disparity between the two was like heaven and earth.

"On the fifteenth, the Black Moon should theoretically be a formidable deity.

Even someone like Kaz, who worships the Blood Lord, had to rely on Its power.

Yet, Its Divine Country was very simplistic.

Because of its severely damaged state?"

Baiyu couldn’t fathom the secret behind all this.

Matters related to deities were beyond his reach at the moment.

Just studying the Eye of the Black Moon, even with Cang Yan’s help for months, they couldn’t figure out how to use it.

"There it is, Wushan Village."

At this moment.

Beside him, Qianren pointed to an old stone stele by the roadside.

It had the words "Wushan" engraved on it.

Still, using unfamiliar characters, yet oddly decipherable.

The five could only attribute it to being within the "Endless World," manipulated by Lin Qingsong and others.

Following the winding mountain road onwards.

After walking for about an hour.

A vast cluster of mountain village buildings appeared before them.

The structures varying in height, counting over a hundred households.

The few exchanged glances and moved towards the village.

...

Celestial South Martial Arts University.

Spiritual Technique Research Institute.

Several deans sat around, intently watching the screen displaying scenes from the Endless World.

The massive screen was divided into ten sections.

Each section showed the situation of a different club.

"The Great Xia Dynasty’s Wushan Village has a total of four clubs. Over on Bolan Island, six clubs gathered.

Their gains depend on luck and fortune."

Lin Qingsong’s face showed anticipation.

This reward also showcased many students’ abilities outside of learning and cultivation.

"The Great Xia Dynasty has a unique Spirit Technique, ’Imperial Dragon Qi,’ though it’s quite difficult to obtain.

While on Bolan Island, the Myriad Islands Country has a peculiar Water Moistening Pill.

Consuming it can purify Blood Qi, significantly benefiting Martial Artists."

Gu Peng squinted: "Should they acquire both, they’d indeed secure the top prize for this entry into the Endless World."

Ye Sheng and Su Ruji appeared somewhat insightful.

"This world’s independent trajectory limits our interference after all.

Furthermore.

Some native powerhouses inside are troublesome to handle.

These years.

Among the top forces in the Endless World, some may have realized their deities are long gone."

Su Ruji showed a hint of worry between his brows.

Gu Peng, on the other hand, remained indifferent: "Even if they realize, so what? As long as they stay peacefully in their world, everything remains untroubled.

If they dare break the barriers, only death awaits them."

The three deans seemed a bit regretful upon hearing this.

The native powerhouses in the Endless World had genuinely commendable strength.

Different ideals, different environments, they felt no sense of belonging to Canglan Star.

Otherwise.

Cultivators emerging from it could become warriors against demons and foreign races.

"I must prepare for the Maple Leaf Martial Arts University’s attack on Black Abyss City, I’ll take my leave now."

At this point.

Gu Peng suddenly tapped his forehead, making a quick escape.

Su Ruji and Ye Sheng, observing for a bit without any developments occurring, also left to handle other matters, leaving Lin Qingsong alone to overlook the situation.

...

Wushan Village wasn’t entirely desolate.

Being near an official road, apart from being a little remote and difficult to find, it was rather bustling.

Many horse-drawn travelers and trading caravans would rest here.

"Honored officers, this way, please come in. Luckily, we still have some vacant rooms today; if you arrived later, there might not be any left."

The shopkeeper wore a flattering smile.

Baiyu and company entered.

The inn, though not large, had tidy surroundings.

With a front and back courtyard and second-floor guest rooms.

The main hall was occupied by several diners.

"Five rooms, please."

"And warm a pot of wine, boil two plates of beans."

Baiyu retrieved the currency obtained from the officials, placing it into the shopkeeper’s hand.

"Right away, officers, just a moment, it’ll be ready soon."

The shopkeeper respectfully guided them upstairs.

Five guest rooms lined up side by side, each roughly ten square meters.

"I’ll go out and look around for anything intriguing, let’s meet back at the inn in the evening."

Qiong Xue, although maintaining her lethargic appearance.

"Yes, prioritize safety.

Our aim is to gain as much benefit from this world, ideally to gather intelligence regarding the Mysterious Side."

Baiyu advised earnestly.

She nodded, picked up the wooden sword, and exited the inn.

"Ning Qian, Jiang Xi, you rest in the guest rooms and conserve your energy for now.

Later, Qianren and I will head out to gather some insights."

At that moment.

Baiyu spoke again.

The three had no objections.

Ning Qian and Jiang Xi, dressed in official attire, found it best to avoid unnecessary appearances.

After all, it was unclear if female officials existed in this world’s system.

...

Heading downstairs.

The two plates of spiced broad beans had just been prepared, accompanied by a large jar of wine.

Despite being in a different world.

Gourmet food was a shared joy.

Baiyu and Qianren ate while calling the shopkeeper over.

"Officers, any further orders?"

The shopkeeper asked respectfully.

"Please bring me two pounds of sliced meat."

Baiyu set his wine cup aside: "Sit, sit here. I wish to inquire; have any odd individuals recently come to the village?"

The shopkeeper sat on a stool.

Faced with Baiyu’s inquiry, he pondered earnestly: "There’s a fairly constant flow of people in the village daily.

Travelers and caravans on the official road stop by as night approaches.

If it’s peculiar folks you’re asking about.

I can’t recall immediately.

Oh, right.

A few days ago, many from the jianghu arrived in the village!"