Previously on High Martial Arts: I Awaken a Low-Tier Martial System...
Prince Zijun and Wang Zilu opened a gateway to the Initial Realm using a powerful secret technique. Meanwhile, Jiang Ye's Blue Sky Squad enjoyed great success in the Nether River Domain but grew suspicious of the lack of other cultivators. Suddenly, the gateway opened, and Jiang Ye followed Prince Zijun and Wang Zilu into the new realm, where he unexpectedly encountered Wang Zilu again.
"Jiang Ye?"
Upon hearing the name, Jiang Ye appeared puzzled. "My friend, this is our first time meeting, isn't it? My name is Wang Ye, not Jiang Ye."
"Wang Ye?" Wang Zilu was taken aback for a moment before retrieving a token to examine it.
Through the Huanglong Army Order, one could ascertain the details of nearby Huanglong teams.
Without delay, Wang Zilu located the member information for the 'Blue Sky Squad.'
"Your name is indeed Wang Ye? And you're from Barbaric Dragon Star?"
Wang Zilu cast a glance at Jiang Ye, her lovely eyes flickering slightly, then she composed herself and nodded, stating, "It appears I had a lapse in memory."
"Hoo~" Jiang Ye let out a silent sigh of relief within.
This was precisely the benefit of having a registered identity.
Back on Barbaric Dragon Star, the Black Obsidian Deity had already completed his identification process. From that point forward, Jiang Ye held a core position within Black Obsidian City.
Consequently, within the Huanglong Main Star's system, Jiang Ye's identity was irrefutable.
Just as Jiang Ye believed this matter had been laid to rest.
"Wang Ye, how did you manage to enter the Huanglong Civilization?" Wang Zilu's voice suddenly resonated in his mind.
"?"
"My friend, I don't quite grasp your meaning," Jiang Ye responded with feigned confusion.
"Stop pretending." Wang Zilu snorted, "We met previously in the Star Realm Sea, and at that time, you were certainly not part of the Huanglong Civilization."
"Don't be too quick to deny it."
"I know it's you because I have a particular intuition about you," Wang Zilu transmitted, a smile in her tone.
A particular intuition?
Jiang Ye's expression remained serene as he calmly stated, "You must have mistaken me for someone else; this is truly our first encounter."
"You're quite persistent," Wang Zilu couldn't help but let out a soft snort.
At that very moment, Prince Zijun approached.
"Zilu, how did it go?" Prince Zijun inquired.
"It's fine."
"They pose no issue." Wang Zilu's gaze swept over Jiang Ye before she informed him, "This Blue Sky Squad hails from Barbaric Dragon Star."
"From Barbaric Dragon Star?"
Prince Zijun looked towards Jiang Ye, Zi Yaozhi, and the others, his voice carrying a serious tone. "This location is fraught with peril, and the likelihood of death is exceedingly high. You would be wise to depart swiftly."
It was clear he was aware of the generally weak overall strength of Barbaric Dragon Star.
Remaining here was tantamount to inviting disaster.
Jiang Ye took a step forward, initially clasping his fist in respect towards Prince Zijun, and then asked, "Your Highness, may I inquire about the name of this place?"
"This is the [Initial Realm]."
"Furthermore, it is the ancestral domain of the Bai Race, one of the Nine Great Divine Races of our Huanglong," Prince Zijun explained. "This region is situated within the Destruction Star Domain, making its danger level exceptionally high."
"Destruction Star Domain?" Jiang Ye was taken aback.
Weren't they previously in the Black Water Star Domain? How had they arrived in the Destruction Star Domain?
In mere moments, Jiang Ye understood; it must have been a consequence of navigating that passage earlier.
"The Destruction Star Domain is perilous in the extreme, encircled by innumerable celestial tribulations on its periphery. Even a powerhouse at Ninth Break cannot venture near," Prince Zijun elaborated. "Therefore, entry is only possible through specialized means."
Jiang Ye grasped the situation.
This aligned precisely with his suspicions.
"Are you planning to return?" Jiang Ye turned to face Zi Yaozhi and the rest of the team.
"We will follow the Captain's lead."
"We are all at the Captain's command." Zi Yaozhi, Zhao Zishuang, and the others expressed unwavering confidence in Jiang Ye.
After a brief period of contemplation, Jiang Ye clasped his fist towards Prince Zijun, declaring, "I intend to conduct a brief exploration of this area first."
Since they had already arrived.
In accordance with Jiang Ye's usual approach, leaving empty-handed was simply not an option.
"Very well." Prince Zijun offered no further dissuasion.
His initial attempt to dissuade them was merely a courtesy extended to a Huanglong team.
However, if they were determined to stay, irrespective of the potential cost to their lives, then destiny had already decreed it.
"If you choose to remain, you may accompany me, then," Prince Zijun stated casually. "At the very least, we can ensure each other's safety."
"I appreciate your kindness." Jiang Ye offered a slight bow of his hands; having such a gifted individual to guide them was undoubtedly a significant advantage.
Swiftly.
The group ventured forth, proceeding deeper into the swirling mist.
"See? I didn't expose you, did I?" Wang Zilu transmitted, her tone cheerful.
"You truly must have mistaken me for someone else," Jiang Ye replied.
"You seem to have a close relationship with that Chen Zilu, who looks remarkably like me, correct?" Wang Zilu suddenly inquired. "Does she know you are here?"
"..."
"Aren't we quite close?" Jiang Ye responded with a hint of exasperation.
"I was merely providing a heads-up."
"Chen Zilu may no longer be on Blue Star," Wang Zilu transmitted.
Jiang Ye was momentarily stunned; Chen Zilu was no longer on Blue Star?
What exactly did that signify?
"I have no idea what you're discussing," Jiang Ye responded with a composed demeanor.
"You can't even grasp such a simple idea? Truly, you are quite dense," Wang Zilu stated, shaking her head. "What I'm conveying is that Chen Zilu has already departed from Blue Star; you will not be able to see her again!"
Jiang Ye's expression remained unreadable, yet his heart was in turmoil.
"Has Senior Sister truly left Blue Star?"
"Could it be that the ultimate Shadow Disaster has finally erupted upon Blue Star?" A multitude of thoughts raced through Jiang Ye's mind.
"No, how could Wang Zilu possibly be aware of this?"
"She must still be attempting to probe me."
With this realization dawning, Jiang Ye's vigilance intensified significantly.
Jiang Ye was acutely aware of the universe's shadowy underbelly.
Amongst alien races, absolute trust was a concept that simply did not exist. Even though, up to this point, the Huanglong Civilization's disposition towards him had been exceedingly friendly, it was all contingent upon his perceived affiliation with the Huanglong Civilization. Should Jiang Ye's true identity ever be revealed, no one could predict the ensuing consequences.
"It has been a full year since our last encounter, and this Wang Zilu has certainly grown extraordinary."
"Moreover, she seems to possess a remarkably close relationship with this prodigy," Jiang Ye mused to himself. "It is highly probable that she holds a significant position within the Huanglong Main Star."
Precisely because of this.
Jiang Ye felt the necessity to proceed with even greater caution.
"Rumble! Rumble!"
At that very instant, a violent, rumbling sound emanated from the depths of the mist. The very world seemed to tremor, and visible shockwaves radiated outwards.
Whoosh~
Even from thousands of miles away, the group felt a terrifying force impact them, causing Mo Xin and the others to nearly lose their balance.
