Light Fortress Chapter 1725 - 383: The Battle Between the Netherworld King and the Crown Bearer (Mega - !)_2

The lingering dread over Frost Iron Mountain had finally dispersed.

There was no longer any need to fear unusual occurrences like those brought about by the Black Folding Knife.

"These life pods—they're double the amount found beneath Huazhi," Cui Zhongcheng observed, his gaze fixed on Gu Shen. He spoke with a tone of gravity in his voice, "Transporting them back would cause too much of a stir, even if done in stages. It's bound to alert many. I must inform Mrs. Nanzhi and report to the East Continent Council."

It was evident he could have simply overlooked this disaster realm.

However, presenting an explanation necessitated Gu Shen's involvement.

A communication from Chu Ling resonated within Gu Shen’s consciousness: "The Neutrals who were relocated from Sang Island to Da Du are currently under Huazhi's care, and they are engaged in Divine Infant Research."

At this revelation, Gu Shen finally understood.

"I will personally address Mrs. Nanzhi," Gu Shen declared.

"As for the East Continent Council, you can simply present the research team that was relocated from Sang Island. These pods are remnants of Sangzhou Cave's northward migration initiative, managed entirely by the church. The East Continent's role was merely humanitarian. With the progress in cryogenic technology, these innocent souls can now experience an extended period of tranquility."

"...You are truly a marvel of ingenuity."

After a brief silence, Cui Zhongcheng delivered this assessment.

Gu Shen did not interpret this as praise.

He responded with a weary sigh, "When matters involve 'forbidden existence,' excessive explanation is rarely beneficial."

"Understood," Cui Zhongcheng affirmed.

"Rest assured, I will dispatch personnel to handle these pods. To manage the abrupt nature of this situation, we will only utilize core members of the Da Du Sincere Heart Association. Their arrival will take at least four hours, likely not until dawn."

"As long as the task is completed," Gu Shen nodded slightly, showing no concern for the pace of the life pods' relocation.

With his arrangements finalized, his presence was no longer required at Frost Iron Mountain.

"On another note, regarding this half-finished abandoned Divine Domain, I suggest you make it appear more damaged," Cui Zhongcheng stated casually.

"There are simply too many pods here. Even core members would require multiple individuals... Do you grasp my implication?"

Gu Shen's eyebrows slightly lifted.

Indeed.

This location had, after all, been a Divine Domain site left by the former Netherworld King.

Cui Zhongcheng's objective was to obscure the truth from the council, and the considerable spectacle here would undoubtedly attract those with ulterior motives.

Bringing his fingers together, he made a slicing motion through the Disaster Realm.

The imposing pillars, the incomplete engravings, and the grim, dark aesthetic characteristic of the former Netherworld King were all extensively altered by the Chi Huo.

They were changed to the point of being unrecognizable.

From a state of partial ruin to one of utter desolation.

"There, now this is unequivocally a 'Natural Disaster Zone,'" Gu Shen declared.

"I will handle all subsequent documentation and necessary permissions. The rest is in your hands."

The two individuals boarded a miniature Source Energy Boat, and the hatch sealed shut.

A light mountain mist descended, clinging to the boat and producing a crisp pattering sound.

Mu Wanqiu hesitated to initiate the boat's departure, instead subtly remarking, "Has a certain esteemed, yet unknown, Lord Divine forgotten something?"

"The duel? It remains firmly in my mind. How could I possibly overlook such a crucial matter?" Gu Shen chuckled.

"However, do you intend to engage in combat in a place like this? Qinghe District is rather small and heavily regulated. Furthermore, the notification regarding personnel for the Frost Iron Mountain Disaster Zone has just been issued, meaning Transcendants could arrive at any moment."

Mu Wanqiu replied with calm composure, "I believe this location is quite suitable."

"It is indeed quite suitable," Chu Ling's voice echoed within Gu Shen's Heart Lake, unceremoniously projecting several spirit avatars along with their corresponding coordinates.

"There are several mountain peaks within the uninhabited regions of Qinghe District, perfectly adequate for your clash. On normal days, no one ever ventures there... As for the Transcendants managing the Disaster Zone, their arrival will take at least four hours. I can even provide surveillance services free of charge."

Ever since Mu Wanqiu announced her intention to journey south, she had been eagerly anticipating this.

Speaking of curiosity, Chu Ling was particularly eager to witness the development of the S-rank Judge.

With such a powerful AI perpetually linked to him, consuming and fueling his abilities, Gu Shen understood he could not evade this confrontation.

"My sincerest thanks," Gu Shen responded, his voice laced with helplessness within his Heart Lake.

He then returned to his physical senses, emitting a soft sigh.

"...I suppose this place will suffice. Start the Source Energy Boat, let's find an appropriate location."

The mountains opposite the Qing River rose majestically. Due to the East Continent's rapid expansion, the council had designated this expansive mountainous terrain as a 'resource zone.'

In the world of the extraordinary, Deep Sea had directly classified it as an uninhabited territory.