A Top Scholar in Everything

Baiyu's job of picking up people wasn't complicated.

Cang Yan and Erin were both at Linjiang Shelter.

Although the fires of war hadn't reached here yet, the shelter was aware of Zenith City's dire situation.

The city's inhabitants were filled with panic.

The Spiritual Technique Guardian Array was already activated, and when Baiyu and his companions used the teleportation array from Linjiang City to enter the shelter, they underwent extremely strict inspections.

A large number of residents from Linjiang City were relocated to the shelter, making it somewhat crowded.

As soon as Baiyu entered the shelter, he got in touch with Yao Ji and learned that she couldn't leave the shelter's boundaries.

Though she wished to leave together with Baiyu.

But she couldn't survive outside the shelter.

The shelter's defense was much stronger than Linjiang City's; demons couldn't attack directly from the Spirit Realm.

Moreover.

Even if the shelter was breached, Yao Ji could hide in its core and isolate herself, ensuring her safety.

So after Baiyu picked up Erin and Cang Yan, he chose not to linger and immediately returned to Linjiang City to board the Legendary Ship.

The ominous signal flare in the sky gave him a sense of foreboding.

Good news during such times might not truly be good news; he had just come from Zenith City and was well aware of its state.

"Baiyu, Baiyu, I recently made significant breakthroughs in my research!"

A hamster cuddled up.

With high spirits and secretive glee, she spoke.

Baiyu squeezed her into his hand directly.

Beside him, Erin had a somewhat forced smile; lately, during Cang Yan's presence, she realized this hamster was peculiar.

It appeared to be a pet of its owner.

On par with her status.

But the two were not of the same species.

Erin always believed Cang Yan was a regression ancestor species of some sub-human tribe, looking like a hamster only because of severe atavism.

Anyway, the master loved raising eccentric things.

Her acceptance ability had strengthened a lot recently.

"Are we going to a new place?"

Erin boarded the Legendary Ship and was slightly startled to see so many Qiong Family members aboard.

"Yes, we'll return once the situation here stabilizes; business can wait as long as people are unharmed."

Baiyu led her onto the Legendary Ship.

After settling everything, the massive steamship above Linjiang City moved again.

...

Black Abyss City.

Located in the Thirteen District of the Dark Realm within the Spirit Realm.

A sprawling Black Stone Castle resembling a monstrous presence on the ground, its walls adorned with intricate spiritual technique patterns that dazzle upon sight.

Various exotic flying beasts continuously moved in and out over the city.

The main palace within the city.

A grand palace shimmering in gold and jade.

Demon Race members hustled in and out outside the palace.

Each of these Demon Race members bore goat horns, though varying in number.

Inside the palace.

A handsome man clad in iron armor and purple skin was entertaining three demons.

Zi Luo.

The City Lord of Black Abyss City.

Son of the Fourth Celestial Demon King.

Facing him were three demons from Wumian Mansion.

Demons resembled humans.

With flesh and blood.

Yet mostly bore bloodlines of exotic beasts and races, delighting in consuming humans.

"Gentlemen, in about two more days, we should hear good news from Zenith City. Right now, only a few stubborn individuals are resisting futilely.

The shelter within Zenith City has also been continually defeated by our Demon Race

To turn peril into safety and achieve such a victory.

We owe thanks to the assistance from Wumian Mansion."

Zi Luo raised his cup.

Inside the cup.

Was wine as red as blood.

"This time, deploying four giants, together with years of efforts within Zenith City, such results are not surprising. Now we need to take control of the entire Maple Leaf County and search for…"

Before the demon could finish.

Outside the palace.

A Demon Race member rushed in hastily.

"Can't you see I'm entertaining three distinguished guests?"

A hint of anger rose on Zi Luo's face, a flicker of fierceness flashing in his pupils.

"Report to the king, Lady Zi E has returned, and there seems to be an issue with the giant she holds!"

The voice of the Demon Race soldier was filled with fear.

Zi Luo's eyes narrowed, "Withdraw now, I'll be right there."

"Yes!"

Watching the soldier's figure vanish before him.

Zi Luo then said, "I apologize for the disturbance, gentlemen. My sister shares my bloodline but tends to handle things haphazardly and creates blunders."

A demon observed, "No need for formality, General. We happen to be present here and can accompany you to check on the giant's issue together."

Zi Luo grinned without warmth, "There shouldn't be major problems. Such minor affairs shouldn't trouble the esteemed members of Wumian Mansion. Please wait here a moment; I'll return shortly."

Having said that.

He promptly left the three behind, walking swiftly out.

The three demons exchanged glances.

"Hm, this Demon Race thinks possessing a giant can resist Wumian Mansion."

"We should have a word or two with them when time permits."

"Considering the Fourth Celestial Demon King has recovered, he belongs to the Demon Race, so even if we want to shake things up, we need to be mindful of our approach."

The three demons communicated in unique language.

...

Black Abyss City's underground water prison.

In a vast expanse of water.

The massive body of the sea giant was stationed at the center of the water, draped with countless alchemy chains, stretching out of the darkness, binding the blue, rocky-textured skin.

Zi E stood on the shore of the water.

Gazing at the silent giant, her expression was uncertain, constantly replaying the encounter with that human male before the Legendary Ship in her mind.

He seemed to be a cultivator practicing both extraordinary abilities and martial dao.

Able to control the Legendary Ship.

Possessing magical items that could influence the giant.

Moreover, the person appeared indifferent to the pollution level caused by the giant, truly a freak.

"What's going on here?!"

At this point.

A dull voice resounded from the water prison entrance.

The purple-skinned man in armor strode in, reaching out to seize Zi E's neck: "If there's a problem with the giant, even ten lives won't suffice for you."

Zi E breathed with difficulty, remaining silent with cold eyes fixed on her half-brother.

"Hm."

Zi Luo released his grip, tossing her aside, quickly moving to the sea giant and forming an alchemy hand seal.

But the sea giant remained still.

His face changed slightly, a trace of spiritual power probing into the giant's body.

Following that, his already livid face grew even darker.

"Seven alchemy marks inside the giant have shattered, three layers of sealing have been broken, and the revival of primal will within the body exceeds thirty percent.

What did you do?"

At this moment.

He restrained his anger and softened his tone.

Under the given circumstances, it was evident something special had occurred; hastily asking wouldn't help, Zi E must recount the situation on-site.

Though the giant was terrifying.

Zenith City housed numerous extraordinaires.

As far as he knew, at least three individuals in Zenith City could harm the giant so severely.

However.

Those three were already constrained by Wumian Mansion's means, supposedly unable to spare any effort.

Could it be someone from Eternal Sleep City had arrived?

While his mind mused over various possibilities.

Zi E coldly spoke, "It was a human; judging by his bone age, he seemed to be around twenty years old. He almost caused the giant to lose control."