Dimensional Keeper: All My Skills Are at Level 100 Chapter 1369 Cultivation Realms of the Divine Realm

"What is it?" Max inquired, his face grave as he realized Lady Virelia's forthcoming words would shape his journey through the Divine Realm.

"First off, you need to advance to the Rebirth Realm without delay," Lady Virelia declared gravely, her voice laced with unquestionable command. "Here in the Divine Realm, the Rebirth Realm serves as the bare minimum entry. Anything less, and the Black Dragon Palace won't regard you as a proper cultivator. Disciples at Divine Rank hold no value in their sight. They're relegated to servant roles, handling chores, manual work, and support tasks for outer disciples. Their standing resembles that of mere instruments rather than true cultivators."

Her eyes met Max's squarely as she pressed on. "I assigned you outer disciple status solely due to your battle prowess exceeding your current realm by far. Yet this special allowance alters nothing fundamental. Without hitting the Rebirth Realm in cultivation, your spot remains precarious. In the Divine Realm, power governs all, and cultivation levels form the initial gauge of that power."

Max gave a slow nod, grasping the gravity in her statement. After a short silence, he raised the question that had troubled him. "Master, could you explain the exact cultivation realms in the Divine Realm? And how do people here absorb Divine Essence? Is it still through monster cores, like back in the mortal realms?"

"The Divine Realm features ten primary cultivation realms," Lady Virelia answered, her tone firm and precise. "Following Divine Rank lies the Rebirth Realm, signaling a cultivator's genuine evolution. Then comes the Law Awakening Realm, where understanding of universal laws truly begins. The Law Refinement Realm follows, forging and bolstering those laws in body and spirit. Next up is the Law Manifestation Realm, allowing laws to appear in the real world and alter its fabric."

She halted for a moment before resuming. "These stages remain achievable for members of major sects. Surpassing them leads to the Divine Lord Realm, my present level. Above that sits the Divine King Realm. Only those who attain it can found a third-rate power in the Divine Realm and claim their own domain."

Lady Virelia's look grew keener. "Four additional realms tower over Divine King, but they're way beyond your reach now. Discussing them would serve no purpose. To roam the Divine Realm freely and venture without endless peril, aim for at least the Law Manifestation Realm. Falling short will bind you and expose you to threats."

She wrapped up evenly, "The Law Manifestation Realm represents the current pinnacle for the Divine Realm's top talents. True elites emerge only at that height."

"I understand," Max murmured softly while taking in each detail. Ten realms in cultivation. The Divine Rank, once seeming like the ultimate height, proved just the lowest step in this place.

In that instant, Max truly grasped the trivial nature of his power within the immense Divine Realm, along with the grueling and extended path stretching before him.

"Cultivating within the Divine Realm proves much simpler than in the mortal realms," Lady Virelia stated evenly, her words infused with the assurance of vast experience on this route. "Mortal worlds impose barriers from the environment itself. Pure mana stays confined, locked inside beast cores, rare natural items, or scarce spots. Due to these constraints, cultivators must chase beasts or depend on scarce supplies merely to progress."

With a subtle lift of her hand, Max sensed the thick Divine Essence drifting unseen in the surrounding atmosphere. "No such barriers exist in the Divine Realm. Divine Essence permeates everything—the air, the ground, even the void. No hunt required; it envelops you constantly. The key lies in a suitable cultivation method to pull it in, purify it, and blend it seamlessly with your form and essence. Lacking that method, even the Divine Realm's core won't yield effective progress."

Lady Virelia went on with a composed demeanor. "Of course, the Divine Realm brims with aids too. Divine Stones, essence crystals, bloodline artifacts, and myriad treasures all hasten growth. Still, these serve as extras, not the core. While mana in mortal realms absorbed straightforwardly via beast cores, Divine Essence demands more finesse and resists easy uptake. Taking it in raw is sluggish and risky, making cultivation techniques vital. They function as conduits, enabling the body to embrace Divine Essence safely without rupture."

She finished steadily, her eyes supportive and fixed. "Regarding techniques, legacies, and the Black Dragon Palace's authentic cultivation ways, you'll discover them upon official entry to the Thirty Third Hall."

Max inclined his head gravely. Through her explanation, he at least comprehended how cultivation in the Divine Realm differed vastly from the mortal realms, at least concerning Acaris.

"Head now to register at the Thirty Third Hall," Lady Virelia instructed in a steady, commanding tone. "A disciple awaits beyond the entrance. He'll lead you there and assist with your arrangements."

Max stood and offered a profound bow, his stance full of respect and honesty. "Thank you, Master, for the instruction and insights provided. I won't let them slip my mind."

"Mm," Lady Virelia responded with a soft smile and a light nod. "Proceed."

Max adjusted his posture and headed for the doorway. As he departed the chamber, the sturdy doors sealed shut behind, isolating Lady Virelia in the serene hall. The subtle vibration of Divine Essence resumed, and her stare remained on the seat Max had vacated just before.

"In Obsidian Dragon City, your talent outshone all I'd witnessed," she whispered gently, her tone tinged with reflection. "Yet the Black Dragon Palace differs from the mortal plane. Geniuses here multiply like stars, and raw ability falls short every time."

Her gaze tightened a bit as she mused further, "Can that talent blaze vividly amid such a fierce arena, or will it get crushed under the press of countless disciples vying for identical honors and supplies? Will you slip away unnoticed, or surge through the tempests to jolt the whole Black Dragon Palace?"

A subtle grin touched her mouth as her mind cleared. "I'm eager to witness the outcome."

Beyond the hall, Max advanced, oblivious to the hopes now resting on him, but fueled by the determination to forge his route across the expansive and unforgiving Divine Realm.