Longevity, starting from being a chicken raising servant Chapter 2414: 207: Master of Quiet Cave (Part 2)

“No, if the exit from the Sea of Chaos Realm lies with the Supreme True Buddha, then doesn't that imply the Little Cang World remains trapped?”

Wang Ba nodded and replied:

“That's right, the situation is exactly like that now. To free the Little Cang World and everyone within the Sea of Chaos Realm, Duanhai Cliff must be shattered, and that demands the aid of a Mahayana Cultivator.”

“Yet finding Mahayana Cultivators in the Realm Sea proves incredibly tough. My only hope rests on the Master of Quiet Cave lending a hand in this matter. Even if he refuses, the Supreme True Buddha has already targeted Zhang’s Ruins. As the current Ruins Master of Zhang’s Ruins, I need to weigh whether I can stand against the Supreme True Buddha, which is why I seek an alliance with Quiet Cave.”

Xuan Yuanzi thought for a brief instant, and beneath Wang Ba’s gaze filled with faint expectation, he finally responded:

“As old companions, I’m naturally obligated to assist in this endeavor. Luckily, I hold some sway within Quiet Cave and can escort you to meet the Master of Quiet Cave.”

Ji Hu, standing right next to him, caught Xuan Yuanzi’s statement and felt his face grow grim, murmuring under his breath:

“Xuan Yuanzi!”

But Xuan Yuanzi showed no sign of fear, offering a light smile as he turned to Ji Hu:

“Does Brother Ji Hu harbor any worries?”

Ji Hu let out a cold huff and declared:

“The Master is in the midst of recovery right now. What if this Cultivator brings harmful motives…”

Xuan Yuanzi’s brow furrowed just a touch:

“Can’t you handle it yourself?”

“This…” Ji Hu paused briefly, then shook his head and admitted: “I could definitely handle it, but…”

“If you’re able to handle it, then what’s the cause for concern?”

Xuan Yuanzi shook his head, displaying no dread toward Ji Hu whatsoever, while Ji Hu seemed somewhat restrained in his presence.

Watching this exchange, Wang Ba grew a bit intrigued but held back from inquiring, instead expressing his thanks promptly:

“Many thanks, Taoist Friend Xuan Yuanzi.”

Xuan Yuanzi dismissed it with a casual wave, then spoke with gravity:

“I’ll bring you to encounter the Master of Quiet Cave, but understand this: my influence alone carries little weight. Quiet Cave serves as my second home, while Little Cang World is my first; I cherish them both deeply, yet success depends entirely on your efforts. I hope you, young friend… Taoist Friend, won’t put me in an awkward spot.”

These words made Wang Ba’s expression turn serious, and he bowed with hands clasped in profound appreciation:

“Fear not, Taoist Friend; since you’ve already extended your help, I won’t cause you any trouble. I truly appreciate your generosity.”

Seeing this, Xuan Yuanzi grinned and waved again:

“You aided my escape back then; today I return the favor, so no need to mention generosity.”

He cast a glance at Tao Bingji standing close by and inquired with curiosity:

“And who might this be…”

Ji Hu, trailing behind, cut in with a chilly snort:

“He originates from Innate Divine Demons too, reincarnated in the past. I believed he had perished ages ago, but surprisingly, he’s now a follower of True Man Taiyi.”

Tao Bingji hastily paid his respects to Xuan Yuanzi.

Xuan Yuanzi let out a chuckle:

“In that case, we’ll proceed as a group.”

With those words, Xuan Yuanzi guided Wang Ba and Tao Bingji onward, skirting past Ji Hu toward the Chaos Origin Substance.

Ji Hu, witnessing this, rushed to catch up, his eyes locked steadily on Wang Ba.

As they neared Quiet Cave, swarms of World Eaters confronted them.

These World Eaters appeared strange, blending features of humans and beasts, and their numbers stretched endlessly.

Wang Ba had encountered plenty of World Eaters in the past, yet the sight of these still filled him with hidden shock, for even without Spiritual Wisdom and driven solely by instinct, some reached the Seventh and even Eighth Tier.

He detected no Ninth-Tier World Eaters, maybe they lurked in the shadows or the Realm Sea’s rules forbade their presence.

Naturally, this could also hide the most profound mysteries of the Realm Sea, secrets still unknown to Wang Ba.

Beneath Ji Hu’s watchful and alert stare, the trio sped toward the heart of this Chaos Origin Substance.

Yet what truly stunned Wang Ba was how the horde of World Eaters inhabiting this Chaos Origin Substance surpassed his wildest expectations, seeming infinite.

Sensing his surprise, Xuan Yuanzi offered an explanation:

“The Master of Quiet Cave has called forth these World Eaters here; he wields immense power, masters Divine Skills, and possesses great mercy. Unwilling to let his kin endure hardship, he tirelessly gathers Innate Divine Demons and their allied World Eaters, aiming to create a safe haven for our kind.”

“Kin?”

A faint strangeness stirred in Wang Ba.

“Yes, the Master of Quiet Cave stands apart from typical Innate Divine Demons, viewing no divide between Innate Divine Demons and World Eaters. One lacks refinement, the other boasts innate Spiritual Wisdom, but to Cultivators, both represent mere treasures on the move.”

Wang Ba reflected quietly, not fully dismissing the idea.

In the days of Little Cang World, World Eaters posed a grave danger to the Domain; but once he reached the Realm Sea, he grasped that for Cultivators armed with mighty Divine Skills, these raw World Eaters served as invaluable resources. They could yield rules for extraction or provide Chaos Origin Substance to restore Domains, truly marking them as prizes.

From this perspective, Innate Divine Demons and World Eaters could one day fade entirely from the Realm Sea.

Thus, he grasped the reasoning behind the Master’s actions.

Noting Wang Ba’s quiet demeanor, Xuan Yuanzi sent a private transmission:

“Innate Divine Demons and Cultivators differ little in truth. I’ve lived both paths. Cultivators defy fate to rise above the Realm Sea; Innate Divine Demons face deeper tragedy. Born with Divine Power, they stagnate forever, forced to witness lesser Cultivators evolve step by step into unbeatable foes. That kind of despair eludes understanding among you Cultivators.”