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Traveling from Zhao Wang Village to Liu Yue City, there were several Teleportation points along the way. However, even the nearest Teleportation point required Zuo Dao and his companions to walk. Zhao Yanwu explained that this was to better protect the people in the village.
Upon hearing this explanation, Zuo Dao's expression turned somewhat strange. With Zhao Elder present, who would dare to cause trouble?
However, once he stepped out of Zhao Elder's door, he finally understood why Zhao Yanwu had said what she did.
When Zuo Dao first arrived in the Great Star Domain, the first person he encountered was Zhao Elder, and the scene back then was completely different from what he saw now.
When he arrived, all he saw was Zhao Elder's residence, but stepping out of the door now revealed a bustling street filled with people. The sounds of vendors calling out and greetings filled the air. It was like stepping into a different world with every step.
Seeing Zuo Dao's astonished expression, Zhao Yanwu couldn't help but smile with delight, almost like a victorious child.
"Surprised?" Zhao Yanwu said with a hint of pride.
"Yeah, I really didn't expect this. The interplay of reality and illusion, the embedding of space—this is quite an impressive feat," Zuo Dao nodded. Although he understood such techniques conceptually, he couldn't execute them himself.
"I didn't expect you to know so much," Zhao Yanwu glanced at him, initially thinking he would be shocked but surprised to see him grasp the essence so quickly.
"Knowing doesn't help much," Zuo Dao replied as he observed the bustling crowd. "It's like when I first arrived in the Great Celestial Domain and saw an enormous city, only for it to vanish when I reached Zhao Wang Village. That must have been a trap designed for people like me."
"I don't even know how to describe you; in just a brief moment, you've figured out so much," Zhao Yanwu remarked. She had seen many talented youths in Eastern Victory Continent, but compared to Zuo Dao, they paled in comparison.
"That's right; it was an illusion. Generally, people like you who arrive in the Great Celestial Domain encounter such things. Most who are unaware end up being ambushed, while a few are recruited by various factions," Zhao Yanwu continued to explain.
"So it can work that way too," Zuo Dao glanced at Zhao Yanwu but chose not to elaborate further.
As pedestrians came and went on the street, those who recognized Zhao Yanwu greeted her warmly and often cast ambiguous glances at Zuo Dao beside her. As more and more people greeted them, Zhao Yanwu could no longer endure their gazes and pulled Zuo Dao away at a run, leaving behind a trail of cheerful laughter.
Zhao Yanwu dragged Zuo Dao along as they sprinted down the street, her cheeks flushed with excitement. Zuo Dao could only smile wryly and follow her. Laughter echoed around them as others joined in teasing them.
"Hey girl, why are you dragging a man along so fast?"
"Maiko! You can't be more eager than a man!"
"All your fault!" Zhao Yanwu's face was still flushed, a lingering shyness evident.
"How is it my fault again?" Zuo Dao thought to himself, knowing full well that such words should never escape his lips.
It wasn't until they had left the village that Zhao Yanwu finally stopped, patting her impressive figure.
"A bunch of disrespectful old folks. Daozi, don't think too much about it; that's just how they are."
"What am I thinking about?" Zuo Dao looked at Zhao Yanwu with a hint of confusion.
Smack.
Zhao Yanwu slapped him on the head. "I told you not to think, so don't think!"
Zuo Dao had long been accustomed to Zhao Yanwu's fierceness. He quickly shut his mouth and grinned mischievously at her.
Zhao Yanwu shot him a fierce glare. Perhaps sensing something, she didn't linger and continued on her way. Zuo Dao had no choice but to follow closely behind; after all, he needed her help.
When he first entered Zhao Wang Village, all he could see was the Zhao Family Residence. However, upon exiting, he realized that Zhao Wang Village was nestled within a mountain valley, surrounded on three sides by mountains. The only path out was the one right beneath his feet.
"You see it now," Zhao Yanwu asked, her mood slightly dampened.
"Yeah, no wonder you want to protect the villagers. They are definitely mere mortals in the Celestial Realm. Without Zhao Elder and that Great Formation surrounding Outside the Valley, their situation would be dire," Zuo Dao began to understand Zhao Yanwu's feelings at that moment.
The villagers he encountered after leaving were not high in cultivation; some were even just ordinary people. A village like this existing within the Celestial Realm was indeed peculiar.
"They're all pitiful souls, unable to cultivate for various reasons," Zhao Yanwu said with a tone of compassion.
"These must be people related to you or Zhao Elder, right?" Zuo Dao looked at Zhao Yanwu.
"I really don't know how to describe you. What kind of person are you? Even my grandfather values you so much, yet I truly can't see through you," Zhao Yanwu turned around and looked at him with a complex expression, not answering Zuo Dao's question.
"I am just who I am, a nameless soldier, perhaps just a good match with Zhao Elder," Zuo Dao smiled.
"These are all people who once followed my grandfather, or their descendants," Zhao Yanwu said softly. "If it weren't for my grandfather's existence, these people would have long since ceased to exist." As if recalling something, tears began to glisten at the corners of Zhao Yanwu's eyes.
"Alright, enough of that," Zhao Yanwu discreetly wiped away the tears. "Once we exit the valley, you must activate the One-Handed Concealment ability and try to reach Liu Yue City within seven days."
"Crossing hundreds of thousands of miles in seven days?" Zuo Dao asked, puzzled.
"Yes, because One-Handed Concealment only has a seven-day duration. After that period, you will be exposed to the laws of the Celestial Realm," Zhao Yanwu's expression turned serious.
Throughout their journey, aside from necessary Teleportation Arrays, there would be a long distance they needed to cover on foot. This period was the most dangerous; although One-Handed Concealment existed, activating its function meant that Zuo Dao could not use his own abilities, rendering him completely defenseless during those seven days.
Zuo Dao had not anticipated that One-Handed Concealment would be so powerful. However, upon reflection, he understood that gains and losses depended entirely on the individual.
"Alright, for these seven days, I'll be relying on you. It's rare to have an opportunity to live off someone else," Zuo Dao joked after coming to terms with it.
"I really don't know which one is the real you," Zhao Yanwu felt quite helpless in dealing with Zuo Dao. "The journey ahead may be a bit dangerous. Usually, I can manage alone, but now that you're here, we need to plan carefully."
The existence of Zhao Wang Village must remain a secret, and Zhao Yanwu herself had some enemies in the Eastern Victory Continent. Their route to Liu Yue City happened to pass through enemy territory, which troubled her greatly.
"If any danger arises, just take care of yourself," Zuo Dao understood Zhao Yanwu's concerns. At worst, he could reveal his identity and fight back fiercely. For these seven days without incident, Zuo Dao was quite happy to be "supported" by Zhao Yanwu. If real danger appeared, he wasn't accustomed to hiding behind a woman.
"Don't think I don't know what you're thinking; the Celestial Realm is completely different from the lower realms—there are many powerful experts," Zhao Yanwu suddenly worried about Zuo Dao. Even she didn't know why; after thinking it over, she could only attribute it to him giving her a book. But that reason seemed too far-fetched.
"Alright, big sister, I'll follow your lead all the way," Zuo Dao wisely chose not to argue further.
"Okay." Zhao Yanwu stopped in her tracks. "Now activate One-Handed Concealment; for the next seven days we need to travel day and night and complete the Celestial Pool Baptism before it expires."
Just a few meters ahead was the exit. Without hesitation, Zuo Dao crushed the One-Handed Concealment talisman. A mysterious force surged into his body; the previously vibrant spiritual energy suddenly vanished without a trace, leaving him feeling completely drained of power. At the same time, he sensed a harmony within his mind.
Indeed, it was a powerful artifact. Zuo Dao savored these sensations and quickly grasped the principle behind One-Handed Concealment. Essentially, it replaced all of Zuo Dao's internal aura with that of the Celestial Realm's native energy to achieve a deceptive effect. However, this effect diminished every moment. No wonder Zhao Yanwu insisted on reaching Liu Yue City within seven days.
"Let's set off," Zhao Yanwu said, glancing at Zuo Dao. There was a hint of something unusual in her eyes. It was impressive how calm she remained despite suddenly losing all her power.
At the same time, she summoned a flying magical artifact and gestured for Zuo Dao to get on board. It was a boat similar to the Fragrant Raft of Huang Xishi, but of a higher grade.
Zhao Yanwu paid no attention to Zuo Dao as she began to control the boat and speed up.
"If I were flying you myself, it would take much longer. But now that we're in a hurry, there's no time to waste. There might be some bumps along the way, so brace yourself," Zhao Yanwu said while continuously channeling formations into the boat.
"Got it, I'll be careful," Zuo Dao replied, touching her head. Judging by Zhao Yanwu's demeanor, this journey wouldn't be simple!
Once Zhao Yanwu completed her preparations, she finally sat down with a sigh of relief.
"It seems you've made some progress again. In no time, your Array Master level will increase," she remarked, having cast thousands of formations without any pauses.
"I have to thank you for that. Without the Formation Outline you gave me, it would have taken me decades more," Zhao Yanwu smiled at Zuo Dao.
"There's no need for thanks; we both benefit from this arrangement. If it weren't for your talent in this area, even the best book wouldn't help you much. Besides, you've really helped me out this time," Zuo Dao said, unable to tolerate Zhao Yanwu's excessive politeness. It was just a book after all; she'd thanked her more than ten times already.
"That's true, my friend; I got carried away," Zhao Yanwu replied playfully. "Let's go, Liu Yue City."
A streak of light flashed by as the boat surged forward without a ripple.
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