Chapter 1372 |
Chapter 1372: Cross-Realm Warship
When he first entered the Starry Sky Demons, Su Jingzhen had casually used the name "Jingzhen."
But now, as he prepared to leave the Moluo Realm, he hesitated to use it again.
The City of Chaos was still part of the Moluo Realm, and by now, "Jingzhen" was likely known throughout the realm. Revealing it would instantly expose him to Jin Zhongbao and the others.
Jin Zhongbao’s plump hand shook Su Jingzhen’s with excitement.
"Pleasure doing business with you!"
"However, Fellow Daoist Su, you might need to wait about a day. We require some time to gather the killing intent you requested here in the Domain of Chaos."
Su Jingzhen nodded. "No problem!"
With that, he didn’t hesitate. He pushed the eight Demon General Realm spirit tools toward Jin Zhongbao.
After saying this, Su Jingzhen left without demanding an oath or guarantee, displaying complete trust.
This surprised Jin Zhongbao and his group. They stood and respectfully cupped their fists toward him.
"Envoy, what if they take our treasures and run?"
After descending the building, Mo Xuantian asked.
Su Jingzhen smiled. "You still don’t quite understand. True merchants seek long-term ties, not one-off deals that risk offending us. Let’s go. When we return tomorrow, there might be pleasant surprises."
With that, he led Mo Xuantian further down the long street.
At this moment, they remained the focus of most attention in the City of Chaos. Newcomers were rare here, after all.
However, having struck a deal with Jin Zhongbao, Su Jingzhen had no intent to start a bloodbath in the city.
After wandering briefly, he followed his prior information and headed straight for the deepest part of the City of Chaos.
The further they went, the thinner the crowd on the street became, and the buildings grew fewer.
Yet the aura and demonic energy in the air turned increasingly violent, laced with strong spatial force.
Su Jingzhen and Mo Xuantian exchanged glances, both showing excitement.
They knew they neared the Moluo Realm’s inter-realm passage.
"It’s said that even with the inter-realm passage, without a specific cross-realm warship or guide, one can easily get lost in the chaotic void," Su Jingzhen said to Mo Xuantian with a smile.
Mo Xuantian replied, "Even in the chaotic void, I can protect you, Envoy."
"I don’t doubt your strength, but there’s no need for that."
As they spoke, a massive vortex-like passage appeared before them.
Swirling stars seemed to dance within, exuding tremendous pressure.
The surrounding energy grew even more turbulent.
This was the inter-realm passage linking the Moluo Realm to other major worlds.
As it came into view, Su Jingzhen saw numerous warships rising and descending from the passage.
Many superpowers from both realms traversed it freely.
He also spotted lone warriors boldly entering, their fates uncertain.
"Once war breaks out, under the Demon God’s call, this passage will become a rallying point for the Starry Sky Demons’ armies across realms and factions. When that happens, whichever realm their army targets, it’ll be a catastrophic disaster."
Su Jingzhen muttered, his expression turning serious.
Looking further, he noticed port-like structures near the vortex.
"Jin Zhongbao’s group are high-level realm merchants dealing in genuine treasures, but there must also be trade in basic goods between realms."
Su Jingzhen mused.
Since all realms were part of the Starry Sky Demons and linked by passages, such trade was inevitable.
"Let’s head back. We’ve seen enough. Our focus is the Boundless Demon Realm."
Su Jingzhen sighed inwardly.
He knew that failing to harness the previous Demon God’s power to defeat the current one would doom the immortal realm.
The weight on his shoulders felt heavier.
"The road ahead is still long."
Returning to the City of Chaos, they found a nearby inn for the night.
The next morning, after receiving his daily fixed points, Su Jingzhen went straight to the building to meet Jin Zhongbao.
[Remaining Available Points: 58,299]
Jin Zhongbao and his group were already waiting.
Seeing Su Jingzhen and Mo Xuantian, Jin Zhongbao’s eyes sparkled with excitement.
He took a black bottle from his storage spirit tool.
Though sealed, Su Jingzhen and Mo Xuantian sensed intense killing intent leaking from it.
Su Jingzhen’s eyes showed anticipation.
"After working through the night, we gathered killing intent just shy of the Demon King level you requested. It’s at the peak of the Demon General Realm, nearly half-step Demon King. This is the best we could manage in a day. I hope you understand."
Jin Zhongbao explained.
Su Jingzhen’s eyes lit up with joy.
He hadn’t truly expected Demon King-level killing intent. This half-step level was more than enough.
"This is sufficient. Can we set off for the Boundless Demon Realm today?"
Su Jingzhen took the bottle and asked.
Jin Zhongbao nodded. "Of course. After this transaction, we can depart anytime."
"Great! As long as you meet my needs in the Boundless Demon Realm, there’ll be plenty of chances for future cooperation."
After a brief chat, the group left the building and headed to the inter-realm passage Su Jingzhen and Mo Xuantian had visited the day before.
Unlike yesterday’s distant observation, Jin Zhongbao led them directly to a nearby port.
There, a massive black super-warship, several thousand feet long, was docked.
Far larger and more imposing than any Su Jingzhen had seen, it exuded an overwhelming aura.
A true weapon of war, it stirred a surge of desire in him.
Jin Zhongbao handed Su Jingzhen and Mo Xuantian each a black token.
The tokens radiated a Dao fluctuation distinct from the Moluo Realm’s.
"This is a realm merchant’s boarding token. With it, you can board any ship at any major world’s inter-realm passage without restriction. It’s more convenient than what others get."
For realm merchants, this was standard, but for lone travelers, it was rare and coveted.
Su Jingzhen reaffirmed that partnering with realm merchants was wise.
Without hesitation, they boarded.
Inside the cross-realm warship, Su Jingzhen was struck by its grandeur.
He even felt the urge to use the black brick to store it in his Pure Land of Ultimate Bliss.
"How’s the warship? It’s a specialty of the Divine Travel Sect, a unique faction from the Demon God Realm, the top-ranked major world. They manage all inter-realm passages across the nine major worlds of the Starry Sky Demons.
Their warship-building tech is unmatched—even the Demon God Sect can’t compare. This lucrative trade has been envied for ages, but none have displaced the Divine Travel Sect. As realm merchants, our ties with them grant us these privileges."
Su Jingzhen nodded, noting the Divine Travel Sect mentally.
He might need to visit all nine major worlds, if only for the Pure Land of Ultimate Bliss’s growth.
Jin Zhongbao led them to a luxurious area.
They took seats per their tokens.
Along the way, Su Jingzhen saw vast interior sections suited only for sitting cross-legged—ordinary passenger accommodations—while they enjoyed VIP treatment.
"Fellow Daoist Jin, tell me more about the Boundless Demon Realm?"
Settled in, Su Jingzhen asked during their casual talk.
Though he knew the nine major worlds from the Fire Pupil Demon King, that info was dated and possibly stale.
Jin Zhongbao smiled and nodded.
The warship would take time to reach the Boundless Demon Realm, still in boarding phase, leaving ample time to chat.
"In the Boundless Demon Realm, you can’t ignore the Boundless Demon Sect. Recently, it’s grown fast, becoming the uncontested top faction there.
Across the Starry Sky Demons, it’s second only to the Demon God Sect. It boasts two of the Ten Great Demon Kings, with the Boundless True Demon Realm ranking first.
Rumors say it’s close to overtaking the Demon God Sect. If the Boundless True Demon Realm clears that final hurdle, the Demon God Sect will pale in comparison.
Though the Demon God’s awakening nears, its outcome remains uncertain."
This aligned with the Fire Pupil Demon King’s info, but Jin Zhongbao rated the Boundless Demon Sect higher.
Su Jingzhen smiled. "Figures like the Boundless True Demon Realm are too lofty for now. What about the younger generation there? I’d like to test myself against them."