My gorgeous wife Chapter 1950 - 1919: Zhang Shutong’s Calm Analysis

A vast expanse of ancient mountains unfolds before them.

This singular mountain range dwarfs the entirety of an ordinary planet, underscoring its immense scale.

Furthermore, due to the peculiar geographical properties of the Ancient Battle Realm, every element within, including space itself, is remarkably robust—manifold times stronger than the world outside. Correspondingly, the power wielded by formidable individuals is significantly curtailed here.

It's conceivable that those who could effortlessly obliterate a planet amidst the celestial expanse would encounter considerable difficulty merely toppling a few of these mountains.

Even Li Chen and his companions experienced immense pressure upon their arrival.

"This place is peculiar," Li Bihai immediately remarked.

"Indeed, it is peculiar," Li Changkong concurred, adding, "I sense a potent suppression here, as if all existence is being constrained."

At this juncture, Zhang Shutong, who had remained as silent as a clam beside Li Chen, suddenly vocalized his thoughts.

"My cultivation has been suppressed down to the Domain Realm."

"Hmm?"

Hearing Zhang Shutong's statement, everyone turned their gaze towards this Destroyer.

They had presumed their own suppression was substantial, yet to their astonishment, his had been amplified even further, directly reducing him to the Domain Realm.

Li Chen instinctively glanced at Bai Tianyi, who stood beside him.

"Brother Li Chen, why am I unaffected?" Bai Tianyi inquired with curiosity.

Li Chen: "..."

Given Bai Tianyi's status as part of the 'privileged class,' Li Chen was already accustomed to such occurrences, and it did not elicit much surprise.

After all, the Heart of Heaven, in terms of its standing, ranked among the preeminent existences throughout the Star Universe, and very few things within this realm possessed the capability to suppress her.

However, Li Chen also perceived another subtle detail.

He himself experienced minimal pressure.

Not entirely absent, but a negligible force that had no impact on his cultivation whatsoever; he could wield his abilities here without any hindrance.

"Does this imply that the higher one's cultivation, the greater the suppression?" Li Chen directed this question to the others.

Upon further inquiry, it was confirmed that individuals with Zuitian Realm cultivation levels indeed felt no suppression.

"It's not that higher cultivation incurs greater suppression; rather, everyone's cultivation is forcibly reduced to the Domain Realm." A voice suddenly resonated, startling Li Changkong and the others.

"Is that so?" Li Chen nodded, betraying no surprise, and casually inquired, "Then why do those at the Domain Realm still perceive a sense of suppression?"

"It is merely because they have just entered the Regretless Mountain Range, causing them discomfort." The voice concluded, then asked with a hint of surprise, "You do not seem curious about the origin of my voice?"

Li Chen shook his head. "What is there to be curious about."

Subsequently, Li Chen approached an ancient pine tree, reached out, and retrieved a translucent blue bead from the ground.

"How... how did you find it?" The voice betrayed a note of fluster.

Li Chen chuckled. "Your monitoring and concealment formations are of the sixth or seventh grade. Playing them before an eighth-grade Formation Master seems somewhat amateurish, wouldn't you agree?"

The voice on the other end fell silent: "..."

"Who is it?" Li Changkong asked in a low tone.

"Likely someone wishing to negotiate terms with us." Zhang Shutong interjected once more.

Disregarding the others' reactions, Zhang Shutong elaborated, "This individual is probably no match for us in terms of combat prowess; otherwise, they would have revealed themselves already. If their assertion is accurate—that everyone's cultivation is forcibly capped at the Domain Realm within this 'Regretless Mountain Range'—then our numerical advantage is undeniable."

"Moreover, the deployment of these monitoring and concealment formations is quite discreet; were it not for Li Chen, we might never have detected them. And there would be no need for them to speak up; since they have, they unquestionably require something from us, implying that the subsequent course of action involves negotiation." Zhang Shutong further explained.

Li Chen regarded him with surprise, not having anticipated that, despite his seeming absentmindedness, his analysis of such matters would be so astute.

"Stop staring." Zhang Shutong stated impassively, "I have been a cultivator for millennia; I have ingested far more salt than you have all consumed rice."

Li Changkong: "..."

Li Bihai: "..."

Li Chen considered the statement and found it remarkably logical.

Blue bead: "I'm still listening, you know?"

At the very least, some courtesy should be shown, employing sound transmission for discussion. Is this not somewhat disrespectful?

"Continue." Li Chen nodded. "You can act as though the preceding exchange did not occur."

Blue bead: "..."

A sudden doubt arose within him: did he genuinely wish to cooperate with this group? What if he became utterly exasperated before even realizing any benefits?

"Are all of you intending to venture into the Four Emperors Territory?" After a moment's pause, the voice from the blue bead inquired again, as if having reached a conclusion.

"Precisely." Li Chen affirmed with a nod. What other reason could there be for their presence if not for the Four Emperors Territory? Indeed, with a considerable number of powerful individuals currently within the Regretless Mountain Range, necessitating disguises would be completely unnecessary.

"Within the Four Emperors Territory, the formidable cultivators are as numerous as clouds. Even with their realms suppressed, some can exhibit power that vastly surpasses the Domain Realm. The true peril in the Four Emperors Territory does not stem from the trials left behind by the Four Emperors, but rather from external conflicts. Such a perilous locale, are you absolutely certain you wish to proceed?" The voice posed the question with an alluring cadence.

"If it is indeed so perilous, why do you not depart yourself?" Li Chen retorted.

At this juncture, Zhang Shutong interjected once more.

"He has likely pinpointed some other treasure or significant location. While perhaps not as immensely valuable as the Four Emperors Territory itself, it is nonetheless likely quite substantial. However, he finds himself unable to acquire this treasure independently, hence his intention to seek collaboration. Upon observing our capabilities and deeming them adequate, he conceived the plan to form an alliance," Zhang Shutong stated with an air of nonchalance.

Blue bead: "..."

"Bang!"

In a secluded area, a robust individual fiercely punched a nearby tree. The colossal tree was instantly sundered, crashing down with a heavy thud.

Good heavens, engaging in calm conversation is proving to be rather challenging.

From whence did this monstrous being emerge? With a single utterance, he has completely unraveled my entire schemme!

What stings the most is that he laid bare my intentions before me, without the slightest hint of discretion!

Confound it!

Li Chen directed his gaze towards Zhang Shutong. "For matters such as these, you should employ sound transmission. They have expended considerable effort in formulating this plan, and vocalizing it so openly might tarnish their dignity."

Hmm, at the very least, this speaker appears to possess some reason... Or perhaps not!

Are you not also speaking directly in front of me, treating me as a complete imbecile?!