The things in this world are really strange and incomprehensible

Inside the magnificent and ancient hall, top-grade spiritual ingredients were served on a long white jade table.

From time to time, a misty Spiritual Qi burst forth from the dishes, filling the entire hall.

Coupled with the ornate jade pillars, it felt as if one had stepped into a celestial realm.

The long table was extremely long, and Zhong Qing was invited to sit at the head of the table.

Surrounding him were the Sect Master of Wuliang Sect and a group of high-ranking officials.

Opposite them were the few people from Qingfeng Temple.

"Senior has traveled a long way to visit our Wuliang Sect, gracing us with your presence and bringing immense glory to our humble Sect. Senior, on behalf of our entire Sect, I toast to you!"

Zhou Tong, the Sect Master of Wuliang Sect, raised his cup in a toast.

It must be said that as a Sect Master, his hospitality was impeccable.

He gave off a feeling of refreshing warmth.

The dishes were delicacies!

Their value, in fact, had already surpassed mere culinary desire.

In addition to being perfect in color, aroma, and taste, they also had various wonderful uses such as increasing cultivation, stabilizing the Divine Soul, and calming the mind.

For many Cultivators, this banquet was enough to greatly increase their strength, and could be considered a great Opportunity.

The wine was also excellent wine!

It was clear and transparent, exuding a subtle, intoxicating spiritual charm.

It was slightly sweet on the palate, and felt like a warm current flowing through the body.

The aftertaste was long and continuous, like endless waves, directly hitting the heart and vibrating the entire body, suitable for slow sipping.

Zhong Qing drank several rounds with everyone.

Even with his alcohol tolerance, he felt a slight tipsiness.

This surprised him.

To host this banquet, the other party had probably pulled out all the stops.

After another round of toasts, Zhou Tong tentatively asked, "Senior, may I ask if you are going to Liehai City for some important matter?"

"If you need anything, please feel free to command us."

"Our Wuliang Sect still has some influence in this area."

"As long as Senior speaks, our Wuliang Sect will surely respond with the entire Sect."

Zhong Qing slowly took a sip.

Then he spoke.

"There is indeed one thing I'd like your help with."

As soon as these words came out, Zhou Tong's expression instantly became serious.

"Please instruct us, Senior. Even if it means sacrificing myself, I will surely complete what Senior commands."

It wasn't that his ideological awareness was so high.

It was simply that the weight of the Demon Palace's owner was too immense; regardless of whether he could achieve it, his attitude had to be displayed.

After all, what kind of existence was the Demon Palace?

As time passed, all the glorious achievements of the Demon Palace were spread.

First, it annihilated the entire Fu Wang Palace.

Then, it subdued the Heavenly God Mountain.

Even one peak of the Flying Immortal Gate was completely destroyed by it.

And the Flying Immortal Gate? It didn't even dare to utter a sound from beginning to end.

Such strength?

As the owner of the Demon Palace, no matter how cautious and respectful he was, it wouldn't be excessive.

Facing the tense Zhou Tong, Zhong Qing waved his hand repeatedly.

"There's no need to be so serious, and certainly no need to sacrifice yourself."

"I just want to ask you a question."

"From where can one cross to Central Province?"

"Senior wants to go to Central Province?" Zhou Tong exclaimed.

Even the others looked at Zhong Qing with shocked expressions.

Zhong Qing frowned, not quite understanding why everyone reacted this way.

"Can't I go?"

Upon hearing this, everyone realized their Gaffe.

Zhou Tong explained, "Senior, you can go, but it's very difficult!"

If it were anyone else, he would certainly think they had no hope.

But for Zhong Qing, it was different.

This was the owner of the Demon Palace.

A group of his subordinates alone could subdue a colossal entity like the Heavenly God Mountain.

His own cultivation level was simply immeasurable.

This was an unimaginable existence.

He was like a True Dragon.

The Eastern Region, to him, was probably just a shallow beach.

Perhaps only the legendary Central Province, that land of outstanding talents, powerful experts, and gathered mighty figures, was his true stage.

Thinking of this, Zhou Tong continued, "Senior, to cross to Central Province, you need to cross the Chaotic Demon Sea. The outer reaches of the Chaotic Demon Sea are fine, but the central area of the Chaotic Demon Sea is where the real danger lies."

"And precisely because it's too dangerous, that area is also known as the Abyss!"

"The Abyss region is a forbidden land, shrouded in dense fog year-round."

"Moreover, the Laws are chaotic, and there are even Heavenly Punishments cleansing the area, with Void Realm currents rampant."

"It's full of dangers!"

"Even Cultivators from Central Province coming here dare not cross through the Abyss."

"If one wishes to pass through the Abyss, one can only wait for the dense fog of the Abyss to dissipate. When the fog dissipates, the chaotic currents and Laws within will also temporarily become calm."

"Every now and then, the dense fog of the Abyss will clear and dissipate."

"But the timing is inconsistent!"

"Sometimes it's a few months, sometimes a few years, and sometimes, it might even be thousands of years."

"So, everything depends on luck."

Hearing this, Zhong Qing couldn't help but frown.

He hadn't expected that crossing to Central Province would be so troublesome.

If he had bad luck, wouldn't he have to wait for thousands of years?

How could he play then?

He asked, "Is there no way to bypass this Abyss?"

Zhou Tong shook his head, "As far as I know, the Abyss is the only passage from the Four Regions to Central Province."

"As for other paths, perhaps they exist, but that's beyond my knowledge."

"If Senior needs it, when you depart, I can provide Senior with a map to the Abyss!"

Zhong Qing's heart tightened slightly, but he still nodded and said, "Thank you for your trouble!"

No matter what, there was an Opportunity for upgrade in Central Province, and his future disciple.

He naturally wouldn't give up easily.

They say there's always a way when you come to a mountain.

Thinking too much now was useless.

He could only face the problem specifically and then solve it specifically.

Perhaps when he went to the Abyss, the fog would dissipate quickly.

It must be said that Zhou Tong was a proactive person.

His ability to liven the atmosphere and control the scene was superb; with his intentional efforts to set the mood, Zhong Qing temporarily forgot about the matter of crossing the Abyss.

The banquet was truly enjoyable for the guests.

While accompanying Zhong Qing, Zhou Tong also did not forget to attend to the emotions of the people from Qingfeng Temple.

He looked at Ou Wenshu and others and said,

"If I'm not mistaken, you should be from Qingfeng Temple!"

Ou Wenshu quickly responded, "Replying to Sect Leader, we are indeed from Qingfeng Temple."

Zhou Tong nodded.

"Speaking of which, your Qingfeng Temple's Temple Master and I once had some connection. In the future, if you encounter any difficulties, you can inform me. If I can help, I will certainly not shirk my duty."

"Wuliang Sect welcomes you as guests!"

As soon as these words came out, Ou Wenshan and the others were thrilled.

Liehai City was the largest city in the center of the sea area spanning tens of thousands of miles.

It was the largest trading center in the surrounding tens of thousands of miles of sea.

And Wuliang Sect was the largest force in Liehai City.

Zhou Tong's words were tantamount to offering them protection.

It brought them countless conveniences.

"Thank you, Senior!"

The few people repeatedly expressed their gratitude, their faces showing uncontainable joy.

But they understood that the root of all this was brought by Zhong Qing.

If not for Zhong Qing, who would know who they were?

Involuntarily, a deep sense of gratitude surged in their hearts towards Zhong Qing.

Ou Wenshu was even more filled with emotion.

Who would have thought that he had merely kindly allowed Zhong Qing to board their boat?

Not only did the other party save all their lives, but he also brought them such a great Opportunity.

The affairs of this world are indeed wondrous and difficult to comprehend!

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