Chapter 1272 - 1132: Different Paths

Chapter 1272: Chapter 1132: Different Paths

Qu Jianlei was somewhat relieved to hear that it wasn’t world consciousness—he felt he couldn’t handle such an entity.

But amid the relief, he also experienced some disappointment: it turns out it’s not that powerful.

Then he chased after Golden Crow Bing for answers about what this thing could possibly be.

However, upon seeing the marvels of heaven and earth, the jelly’s emotions first became excited, then obviously sank.

Anger probably stemmed from being oppressed by the other party, as the existence of both is very similar.

Otherwise, the Golden Crow wouldn’t have immediately recognized the other’s nature, which is very rare for its confused self.

As for the low spirits... perhaps it’s inferiority? After all, it’s an entity with independent consciousness.

Just like any creature, it’s inevitable to have a heart that compares, Qu Jianlei felt somewhat emotional and couldn’t help but console it a bit.

The wisdom of Golden Crow Bing, indeed seems not very high, its mood gradually improved.

Then he extracted some information from its mouth.

The jelly believes that the other side cannot be world consciousness, even a trace is impossible.

There’s a possibility it’s small world consciousness, or small realm consciousness... a trace of divine separation.

Because even the weakest world consciousness cannot be sealed by a cultivator of out-of-body cultivation.

That’s right, the person who applied the seal is someone at the soul emergence stage, just like Qu Jianlei analyzed.

This was also the jelly’s brightest moment after Qu Jianlei encountered it—it actually recognized the cultivation level of the person who did the sealing.

As for what a small realm consciousness is, both sides conducted thorough communication.

Only then did Qu Jianlei understand that a small realm approximately refers to a planet, star system, star realm, or slightly larger.

But a small realm has divisions and world membranes, forming a relatively closed protection.

And the world consciousness referred to—should mean a plane or the heavenly dao.

In fact, in the end, Qu Jianlei didn’t fully grasp the differences.

After all, each world or small realm may have unique laws, which cannot be generalized.

But it can be confirmed that worlds differ, having ranks and hierarchical distinctions.

Just like the wasteland back then, looking up, it’s always a gray sky, in the hearts of the local natives, isn’t it the whole world?

As for the small world? Qu Jianlei’s understanding is that it should be an existence like a grotto heaven treasure.

He guessed that the one who communicated with him in the Celestial Hook Enigma Mansion might not be an artifact spirit, maybe it was small world consciousness.

However, he didn’t bring up this matter, as the jelly’s emotions have finally stabilized, why stir things up?

Moreover, given their similar existence, if they meet, who knows what change might occur.

Instead, he asked, "It seems small worlds could be cave mansions, why don’t you think they’re artifact spirits?"

"You, you, you," the jelly stuttered a bit, "Can ordinary cave mansions be considered small worlds?"

Turns out, in its concept, spiritual treasures can all have artifact spirits, but small worlds mostly possess growth potential, with their ceiling being hard to say.

And small world consciousness is mostly born spontaneously, not something any artifact spirit can casually occupy.

That means, your artifact spirit growth potential is limited, Qu Jianlei muttered to himself.

At the same time, the jelly emphasized one point: dharma artifacts are used by low tier cultivators; beyond that are magical treasures and spiritual treasures.

But regarding these level distinctions, Qu Jianlei thinks listening is enough; it doesn’t hold much significance for him.

He currently doesn’t even have a suitable dharma artifact, thinking too much is useless, truly "useless knowledge increases again."

Moreover, judging by Golden Crow Bing’s ability to express... he’s truly too lazy to expend much effort.

However, regardless of everything, today’s communication still yielded substantial gains for him.

At the very least, he can confirm that the marvels of heaven and earth currently fleeing can only unleash Nascent Soul level attacks.

This eased his worried heart a lot—there may not necessarily be a need to fight it, but he hates situations out of control.

Nevertheless, as soon as Qu Jianlei stepped into the courtyard, the nutrient injection approached, smilingly asking questions.

"Boss, from that entity’s mouth... what did you extract?"

Qu Jianlei truly felt a bit helpless, why does every member of his team seem like voyeurs?

Especially this nutrient injection, while others merely eavesdrop or peek, this one goes straight to asking.

But this type of thing can’t be argued, they don’t treat him as an outsider, which also indicates a strong sense of belonging.

So he responded seriously, "That tower, if you work hard... is indeed a treasure for cultivation."

There’s no need to rush the tracking of the marvels of heaven and earth, not only the nutrient injection but even Mu Guang is concerned.

The fact of the "barrier breach" proves that the Earth Scholar’s ability to gather intelligence is not inferior to the supreme.

At least in the gray areas, the former’s capability seems stronger.

At this moment, someone floated over from afar, not using the Instant Flash Technique.

The one coming was Mu Guang Supreme, approaching the duo, asked seriously, "For a cultivation treasure, do you need my help?"

Hearing this, Qu Jianlei helplessly rolled his eyes, "Learning all the wrong things, causing needless commotion."

Mu Guang’s Divine Sense Skill, though entering wasn’t quick, he now has successfully cultivated it.

In the past, he felt embarrassed to learn from others and would casually release his Spiritual Power, after all, he was new here.

But now, under the guise of "cultivating Divine Sense," he freely wandered around releasing Spiritual Power, and no one said anything.

Mu Guang, upon seeing the boss, only complained briefly, making him more certain that his actions were harmless.

This cautious feeling truly felt distant from him, the last time being unknowable years ago.

Ever since advancing to Supreme, except during exploration, who could bring him such pressure in daily life?

Moreover, at this moment, he not only had to be cautious but also test the sincerity of the other party.

"Boss, you mentioned cultivating treasures. Is there anything I could help with?"

Qu Jianlei didn’t hide anything and directly displayed the holographic image of Black Horse Tower, "Do you recognize it?"

Although this item is of very high classification, the number of people who know about it in the Empire is not small, even Nutrient Injection knows this item went missing.

"Is it really this tower?" Mu Guang was a bit startled upon seeing it.

He came upon this discussion when he heard the two talking about the "tower," yet, upon seeing this item, he indeed recognized it.

"Wasn’t this thing in the museum and disappeared over a hundred years ago?"

"You actually know," Qu Jianlei could not help but re-evaluate the Supreme figure of this Earth Scholar.

However, merely knowing these things is of little use, he sighed, "I want to know where it is now. It would be great to find it."

"This..." Mu Guang hesitated before speaking, "I can try to help locate it, is it very important?"

It’s not about bargaining, but if it’s not that important, there’s no need to go all out.

Qu Jianlei glanced at him, "This is the reason for the grievance between Green Water and River Technology, Liang Shui Supreme researched something."

Mu Guang nodded upon hearing this, "Alright, I understand."

Then he went to find his daughter to gain more detailed understanding.

After sorting through the events, Mu Guang concluded: The boss didn’t value Liang Shui’s research results, but valued the original item greatly.

However, the treasure that can alter the time of internal and external cultivation indeed has an "against the heavens" kind of impact.

As for why the boss wouldn’t seize Green Water’s research results, but focus on the original item, isn’t that obvious?

This person’s expertise in Divine Texts is astonishing, and with a broad knowledge base, they can independently deduce more profound things.

Moreover, Mu Guang was able to ascertain that the boss already had a plan regarding the calculations for this tower.

He wasn’t sure whether the plan was complete, but he could confirm that it should have a certain degree of feasibility.

Otherwise, with the Empire being so vast, and countless Divine Text Treasures, why would the opponent target this one?

Understanding this point, he immediately arranged for his assistant to investigate the relevant clues.

Admitting futility, after about ten days, he indeed obtained relevant clues.

Qu Jianlei was quite surprised upon receiving his report, "In Versailles’ possession?"

"Indeed, in his possession," Mu Guang nodded confidently, "It’s been over forty years."

Qu Jianlei pondered, this Versailles, indeed not someone easy to provoke.

This person was the old director of Yao Yang Military Academy, sitting second to none and surpassing Feiyang by a margin.

Versailles has been retired from the director position for two hundred and seventy to eighty years, but the influence... need it be mentioned?

Qu Jianlei rubbed his forehead, "He shouldn’t be lacking money, right?"

If he were lacking money, it wouldn’t be difficult to maneuver, nothing major, just find some elsewhere.

Though this damaged treasure only retains research value, how much can it be worth... the price is difficult to say.

"How could he possibly be lacking money?" Mu Guang bitterly smiled upon hearing this, "A single word from him is worth tens to hundreds of billions."

"And someone petitioned him for a favor, unable to achieve it with money, thus gifting this treasure."

Qu Jianlei remained silent for a while before asking, "This museum’s stolen artifact, he dares accept it?"

"The issue is, who dares investigate him!" Mu Guang answered without hesitation.

"Anyone else taking this tower might find it burdening and dare not show it, probably... that’s why it was gifted to him."

The director of Yao Yang Military Academy, grooming hundreds of Supremes, most holding positions in military-related institutions.

Who would dare investigate him, lest they find trouble in their lives?

Even if the Awakened Museum learns of this, they might very well turn a blind eye.

It’s even possible they might express: It’s merely a broken treasure, old director, if you fancy it, keep it for now!

Qu Jianlei understood this logic, furrowing his brow, "Does this person have any weaknesses?"

"This..." Mu Guang thought for a moment, then slowly shook his head, "I can’t think of any, in my view, a true winner in life."

Qu Jianlei nodded at this, if such a person isn’t a winner in life, then truly none could bear that title.

"It’s driving me crazy," a shadow flickered, Nutrient Injection appeared, anxious because of eavesdropping, while those discussing aren’t bothered.

"Versailles, right? I’ll handle it."

(Final three hours, asking for October’s monthly ticket, with the customary added content scheduled for midnight, preparing a guaranteed monthly ticket for November.)