Chen Yi watched and listened, his heart growing increasingly calm. The atrocities committed by the Demon Court against the Human Race are countless. Unless they are completely exterminated, the plight faced by humanity will persist. During a pause in the introduction by Mr. Er, Chen Yi asked, "I’ve heard that Mr. Cui once broke through the Demon Court’s encirclement and went to the Taizhou Mountain Territory?" Cui Sheng was taken aback and turned to look at him, his eyes flickering slightly. "Yes, indeed. Many years ago, I seized the opportunity when the Demon Court launched a major attack and luckily broke through, or should I say, my true form broke through and has not returned to the Human Race since." The rightful source is NoveIꜰire.net Chen Yi raised his eyebrows slightly. He knew that Mr. Er’s body was a Divine Will Incarnation, but he hadn’t expected this incarnation to have persisted for over a century. No wonder Yue Ruifeng had said earlier that Mr. Er’s breakout had yet to yield results. Yet, as far as he knew, once a true form and a Divine Will Incarnation exceeded a certain distance, it became impossible to control the incarnation, and the Divine Will Power within the incarnation would be depleted day by day. Seemingly guessing his thoughts, Cui Sheng smiled and said, "As for where my true form is now, I do not know, but he should not be dead." "These years, if not for relying on the Demon Blood Core and Array and the Vast Energy of the Academy Saint for replenishment, I would have long disappeared." Chen Yi was suddenly enlightened and sighed, "So there is so much hidden. Mr. Er, you have been through a lot." With such perseverance, Mr. Er probably hopes to continue guarding Sky Dome City until his true form returns. Otherwise, he could have just let his Divine Will dissipate and maybe even compensate for the loss of his true form’s Divine Will, aiding its achievements in the Taizhou Mountain Territory. "It’s not about hardship, just a wish to contribute some effort," Mr. Er said and then proactively asked, "Seems like you’ve tried breaking through the Demon Court’s blockade as well?" Chen Yi didn’t hide but nodded, "Indeed, I have this idea and want to understand the situation there in the Demon Court." Mr. Er was unsurprised. After pondering for a moment, he waved his hand, spreading traces of Vast Energy around. "When my true form broke through, he transmitted what he saw back, though it has been many years. I am not sure about the Demon Court’s current state, so just consider it as a reference." Mr. Er wasn’t surprised by Chen Yi’s thoughts. Many from the Human Race wanted to break out, but due to lacking strength and fortune, rather than dying in vain, they contributed to the strong city. Thus he reminded once more, then continued, "From Sky Dome City for thirty thousand miles, it’s a dense forest and swamp, where the Demon Court has set Arrays and traps. Some areas have Great Demon Kings hidden." "Beyond that lies the core region of the Demon Court, with peculiar rock formations standing tall, each marking the residence of various Great Demon Kings." "During previous battles, many marginal demons left. My true form barely crossed the forest to reach here when stopped." "At least three Pillar-level Demon Kings guarded the Demon Court. My true form was detected by surrounding demon energy almost immediately upon arrival here, fighting fiercely before escaping to the Netherworld River." In Chen Yi’s mind, the terrain of the Demon Court region roughly formed, those Great Demon Kings’ palaces were surprisingly built by the Netherworld River. Understandably, Mr. Er’s true form hesitated upon reaching the Netherworld River—pursued by Great Demon Kings, blocked by the Netherworld River. It must be known the Netherworld River was peculiar. Whenever an ordinary Great Power appeared on it, a Fierce Ghost of equal strength would emerge. Once entangled by them, it’s a standoff with death looming. With these thoughts, Chen Yi quietly noted this detail, planning to find Daoist Zhao Muzi during the Xunwang Heaven Dharma Assembly to exchange for some Magic Treasures or lifesaving methods to traverse the Netherworld River. "Yes, the Netherworld River," Cui Sheng said, full of sentiment, "Luck outweighed strength for my true form’s escape; fortunately, with ample preparation and suppression of demons by Vast Energy, breaking through the Demon Court’s blockade was only narrowly successful." "Thank you, Mr. Er, for telling me this." "No need for thanks. This experience was recorded long ago and compiled into a book, kept by the White Mountain Ancestor. You can view it anytime if you wish." Chen Yi seriously saluted, "Mr. Er deserves the homage from a junior." Cui Sheng waved repeatedly and smiled, "If you ever break through the Demon Court’s blockade, remember to look for my true form. Maybe some help can be gained." "Though I’ve been unable to contact him over the years, occasionally, I see fractured images in a trance. His true form seems to be cultivating in a secret realm, and should he achieve breakthroughs, he might return to the Human Race." Chen Yi nodded, "I’ll certainly seek him out if the opportunity ever arises." But speaking is easier than achieving, as finding someone within the vast Taizhou Mountain Territory is like finding a needle in a haystack. Cui Sheng saw his agreement and encouraged briefly before handing over the Token representing the "Human Pillar" to him, saying: "Keep it well. Daoist Zi Ying has placed an Array on it, able to absorb surrounding Spiritual Energy and withstand some Demon Divine Power attacks." Just as he thanked and took it, a sudden burst of golden light appeared before his eyes— [Age 46, a person of Heavenly Human Realm Perfection, you were attacked by a Great Divine Power User with the Shen Hai Yuan Magnetic Big Formation, causing slight impact on your Heart Spirit.] [Absorbed, Counterattack Points +30.] [Note 1: Shen Hai Yuan Magnetic Big Formation, one of the ten great secret Arrays of the Ancient Daoist Court, possesses unpredictable powers, subtly affecting those within the Array core akin to moon in water, flower in mirror, like illusions and bubbles.] [Note 2: As your counterattack mission is incomplete, counterattack points will convert to Cultivation Technique proficiency.] As Chen Yi glanced over the lines of golden text, his expression froze. The secret array Shen Hai Yuan Magnetic Big Formation from the Ancient Daoist Court, affecting the Heart Spirit? Soon, the creator of the Token emerged in his thoughts—Daoist Zi Ying, the one defending Earth Flame City! Could Daoist Zi Ying indeed be a traitor hiding within the Human Race, colluding with the Demon Court?! Chen Yi’s eyes wavered, his emotions visibly turbulent. Recalling Daoist Zi Ying’s words at the Martial Arts Arena today, he initially thought she was merely of such a temperament. Reflecting, every word from Daoist Zi Ying seemed reasonable, yet consistently hindered strategies against the Demon Court proposed by several ancestors. If it was only these matters, it wouldn’t lead Chen Yi to doubt her, but now the Token in his hand became the biggest suspect. Could it be that Daoist Zi Ying dislikes his suggestion and secretly punished him? Cui Sheng noticed his expression and inquired, puzzled, "What’s the matter?" Chen Yi came to himself, smiling as he asked, "I wonder if the holders of these Tokens were present at the Martial Arts Arena today?" Cui Sheng recalled for a moment before shaking his head, "None were present." He paused, then added, "Which is normal; they, like you, are the current top figures in cultivation and talent among the Human Race, and most of the time are in seclusion, hoping to break through and assist humanity." Cultivation, breakthroughs... Chen Yi remained silent, gazing at the Token in his hand as his heart raged with turmoil. If Daoist Zi Ying is the mole hidden within the Human Race collaborating with the Demon Court, everything might make sense. After all, the Arrays around various strong and guard cities of the Human Race are mostly controlled by Daoist Zi Ying. With her support and shelter, it wouldn’t be hard for Demon Court puppets and inner traitors to remain hidden. Following such reasoning, Chen Yi could easily infer the identity of "Bai Yuanguang" hiding in Human Extreme City—likely another "Human Pillar." Cui Sheng, noticing his contemplation, grew more curious and seemed to recall something, asking: "Earlier at the Martial Arts Arena, did your proposal indicate noticing something odd?" Chen Yi stored the Token, contemplating swiftly, and shook his head, "I felt the atmosphere was strange, and since breaking through the Demon Court’s blockade would mean solving the Human Race’s current crisis, I spoke accordingly." Speaking, he inquired about other Pillars, "Mr. Er, if convenient, could I visit other ’Pillars’?" Speculation remains speculation; certain matters need to be seen firsthand for reassurance. After all, it’s Daoist Zi Ying, whose identity and position are second only to the White Mountain Ancestor, and she’s the host and defender of Earth Flame City. If she laid down the Shen Hai Yuan Magnetic Big Formation across Earth Flame City and surrounding guard cities... the consequences would be unimaginable!