Chapter 794 - 715: Reaching the Peak 114
Luckily, Shuangshuang’s Small Thunder Tribulation this time was again coupled twice, and her cultivation level has risen to Tribulation Crossing Fourth Rank, making her one of the rare masters on the entire continent.
Every time a master of Tribulation Crossing advances, it comes with a Heavenly Tribulation, so naturally, there is no need for seclusion. Instead, each Tribulation Crossing takes place under the watchful eyes of countless people. Although the Small Thunder Tribulation doesn’t offer as much benefit to spectators as the larger Heavenly Tribulation during true advancement, it is still an invaluable experience.
After everyone’s cultivation advancements were complete, they set off directly and finally arrived in the Phoenix Feather Country. The spiritual energy in Phoenix Feather Country was rich, conducive to the growth of all things, thus making its scenery on par with that of Huazhi Country.
The group traveled and played as they journeyed within Phoenix Feather Country, though their final clear destination remained Sky City, the capital of Phoenix Feather Country.
Sky City was constructed using rare Floating Stones that allow it to float in the air. The entire city is suspended in the sky. Phoenix Feather Country expended countless Floating Stones to construct this vast city that can accommodate billions of people without being overcrowded, and Sky City is also emblematic of the nation.
Below Sky City are areas that lack sunlight year-round and are unsuitable for human habitation. However, this place has not been abandoned; instead, it has been developed into the Spirit Medicine Garden dedicated to cultivating spirit grasses that thrive in the shade, thus not wasting space.
Shuangshuang’s aim this time was to explore Phoenix Feather Country thoroughly and spend quality time in its emblematic capital, Sky City, indulging in the nation’s cuisine, as national capitals are always abundant with culinary delights.
Sky City is constructed with extreme beauty; all the main roads are very wide, and tall trees capable of absorbing spiritual energy are planted alongside, while the houses where residents live are exceptionally exquisite, showcasing an aura of utmost opulence.
The impression of Sky City is neat and orderly, with the patrol guards of Sky City being High-level cultivators of military general rank.
Even though Phoenix Feather Country is a large nation, cultivators of general rank are not as abundant as cabbage that can be found everywhere. Employing generals as the guard team shows Phoenix Feather Country’s emphasis on Sky City.
The group found an excellent inn, ordered a separate courtyard, and five upper rooms, perfect for a few people to live in, though the price was steep, fifty low-grade spiritual stones a day, exorbitantly expensive. Fortunately, the group had ample funds and could afford the stay.
Originally, upon entering the inn, they planned to venture outside to find some local delicacies. Unexpectedly, they found the inn’s food extremely delicious, prompting them to decide to dine in the inn itself.
After their meal, the group gathered in the courtyard, started discussing what specialties Phoenix Feather Country’s cuisine offered, especially considering the capital, Sky City’s signature dishes. They planned to make an itinerary and savor the culinary delights in sequence.
As they were deep in their discussion, the courtyard door was knocked, followed by a man’s voice from outside, "Esteemed guests within, I am the shopkeeper of this inn, and I have a distinguished guest who wishes to meet with you. I kindly ask for you to open the door for a meeting."
Shuangshuang was taken aback, as were the others who were puzzled. They didn’t have acquaintances in Phoenix Feather Country; why would someone seek them out? With this thought, Shuangshuang went to open the door.
Shuangshuang wasn’t worried about any malicious intent from the person outside. With her cultivation at the Tribulation Crossing Fourth Rank, she was confident that not even someone at the Demigod Level could easily take her down. Moreover, in her perception, there wasn’t any cultivator’s presence outside stronger than hers.
Upon opening the courtyard door, Shuangshuang was surprised to find five people standing outside. Their attire clearly wasn’t that of sect members or loose cultivators. Observing their dress and demeanor, Shuangshuang inadvertently thought of one kind of people, court officials!
Although these five individuals were dressed in casual clothes, their attire was meticulous, and their demeanor was solemn. Their standing positions were also distinctly hierarchical, led by a middle-aged man, with four younger men supporting him, standing in an orderly manner behind the middle-aged man without crossing ranks even slightly.
This was evidently not the habit of sect disciples. Although sects also stress the ranks among senior brothers and elders, when outside they may keep to the rules, their demeanor is usually relaxed, never so strict where not a single detail is amiss.
Shuangshuang wondered why the government officials came to find her. Logically, her cultivation level at the Transcendance Tribulation Stage reaching any country would naturally draw attention. After all, with so many countries on the continent, there aren’t many with cultivation in the Tribulation Crossing Level; being unnoticed is impossible.
However, it’s commonplace for Tribulation Crossing cultivators to wander without interaction in other countries. Typically, as long as Tribulation Crossing cultivators don’t engage, the country will ignore them unless there’s intentional harm to the country.
Tribulation Crossing cultivators are too powerful, and each country generally defaults to knowing the whereabouts of incoming unknown Tribulation Crossing cultivators but absolutely not interfering in their activities, a sensible rule.
Previously, upon entering Phoenix Feather Country, Shuangshuang soon sensed someone following her. Of course, the presence didn’t hide their tracks and was very open about it, to which Shuangshuang consented, though she didn’t know why a Phoenix Feather Country official, who was supposed to not contact her, suddenly came knocking.
Moreover, judging by the attire of the person before her, even though dressed casually, it was a magic robe with intricate Array formations, crafted expensively—its value high. With such attire, this person’s status in Phoenix Feather Country is clearly not low.
The person knew that coming uninvited might cause confusion; after seeing Shuangshuang, he respectfully saluted and straightforwardly expressed his intentions, "Greetings to this esteemed guest. I am Yun Mantian, Prince Ming of Phoenix Feather Country. I am aware that my uninvited visit is quite rude; however, the matter concerns the safety of Phoenix Feather Country as well as the entire continent. I had no choice but to intrude on the esteemed guests, hoping you will not take offense."
Shuangshuang’s frown deepened, as the guest’s words were grave, causing her heart to tighten involuntarily; her first thought was of the Demon Clan, as essentially nothing else could be regarded as a continent-wide crisis except the Demon Clan.
Shuangshuang invited them in, and everyone along with Yun Mantian sat around the round table in the courtyard. Yun Mantian’s four aides stood firm behind him, refusing to take seats; no one insisted, knowing court individuals abide by strict rules unlike sect individuals, thus not pushing them for conformity.
Shuangshuang poured a cup of tea and placed it before Yun Mantian. "What is this crisis? I kindly ask Prince Ming to explain clearly. Rest assured, should this truly be concerning the entire continent’s safety, we will undoubtedly step forward without reservation."
After Shuangshuang spoke, Bai Sheng, Fei Hu, Tan Feiyu, and Lu Tianyi all expressed their support for Shuangshuang’s decision; these four were Martial Venerate masters, rare High-level combat power.