[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-after-the-sky-fell":3,"chapter-after-the-sky-fell-after-the-sky-fell-chapter-234":6,"glossary-terms-4462":23},{"origin":4,"title":5},"chinese","After the Sky Fell",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},2281090,4462,"Chapter 234: 225. A Familiar World","after-the-sky-fell-chapter-234",234,"\u003Cp>225. Chapter 225: A Familiar World\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Have we already succeeded in crossing over? I feel like we’re still on Earth, just in a different place—no discomfort at all.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At this moment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the middle of a river, a sandbar jutted above the waterline, remote and rarely visited; yet as space twisted, an unstable circular halo appeared—a crossover portal—suddenly materializing the team’s six members here, everything jarringly abrupt, and as the crossover succeeded, the wormhole behind them snapped shut swiftly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“The crossover portal is closed—how do we get back?” Zhang Jing asked, scanning her surroundings.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“This exploration mission lasts three months. After three months, the signal receiver in your backpacks will pick up a withdrawal signal from our world; twenty-four hours later, the crossover portal will reopen. Everyone must assemble in advance for evacuation. If you miss this chance, you’ll have to wait another month—then a second wave of crossers will arrive, offering a second evacuation opportunity. If you miss that too, you’ll have to wait until the second team finishes their mission and return with them.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“But I suppose only two possibilities exist for missing three return opportunities: either you’re dead in World 36, or you’ve decided you don’t want to go back and plan to stay here.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As team leader, Zhang Xun remained calm—he was thoroughly familiar with the crossover procedure.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Everyone nodded in agreement, finding it logical.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If you miss such a critical return window, you’re either dead or deliberately choosing to stay.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“We’ve just crossed over and know nothing about this place—let’s move together first. Once we’ve confirmed the general situation here, we’ll split up.” Zhang Xun glanced at Li Yi and Xu Qiumei: “Settle your grudges later. For now, behave.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Yi’s expression was blank, silent. He had reopened his Nine Acupoints, becoming a Qi-Acupoint cultivator—Spirit Sensation cultivators were no match for him. Even Yang Yi Long, a top expert, had been beaten to death by him; Xu Qiumei stood no chance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xu Qiumei’s face was unnaturally pale—she knew that once free movement began, Li Yi would not spare her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But for the others, they didn’t care—they were far more curious about this new world.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Pull out your locators and start mapping. Once done, leave this spot immediately—it’s a crossover point, mustn’t be exposed, or we risk being tracked and unable to return. Also, keep your locators safe—they’re not just for positioning, but also for receiving withdrawal signals. Vital.” Team leader Zhang Xun said.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The others promptly pulled out devices resembling walkie-talkies from their packs. Having read the manual, they knew exactly how to use them, asked no questions, and immediately calibrated the devices.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Move out.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhang Xun glanced around, then moved instantly—leaping across the river, his body unnaturally light, as if weightless, gliding swiftly just above the water’s surface. In mere seconds, he reached the opposite bank.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The others stared in astonishment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Did he just fly?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Soul Qiangzheguoranbutong ， Linghunliliangnengyutineiyuzhounenglianggongming ， Fuyushentizhongzhongbukesiyidenengli ， Chayiqujueyugerendejinhuafangxiang 。” Qin Bing couldn’t help speaking: “If soul power grows stronger still, it can draw enough cosmic energy to influence reality—truly making the body fly.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I think Captain is just one step from flight—he leapt across such a wide river effortlessly.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Yi said nothing. He exploded qi from his feet, launching himself forward—his body nearly skimming the water’s surface, but lacking Zhang Xun’s feather-light grace. Midway, his strength waned, and he began to fall—until he stomped hard on the water just before hitting it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Gangqi  of his Qi-Acupoint realm erupted—the water exploded into ripples—and he leapt again, surged forward, then stomped once more on the water’s surface.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>From afar, Li Yi appeared to be walking on water.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In less than ten seconds, he reached the shore.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“How did he do that?” The others froze.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A Spirit Sensation cultivator walking on water? Absurd. Even Spirit Perception experts couldn’t manage it. Evolved bodies had denser bones and stronger muscles than ordinary humans—immense strength came with immense weight.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>To walk on water, you had to strike the surface with enough force to lift your heavy body—otherwise, you’d sink.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Yi’s seemingly light footstep had actually delivered tremendous power—even Spirit Perception experts would envy it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“So Li Yi’s been hiding his strength,” Qin Bing thought.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But now Zhang Jing also dashed forward—her hair stood on end as if electrified, cosmic energy channeled from her body, propelling her slender frame like a spinning arrow—she crossed the river in under ten seconds, landing on the bank.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Can guiding technique be used like this?” Li Yi’s eyes gleamed—he saw cosmic energy surging from Zhang Jing like a propeller, thrusting her forward.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Another application of guiding technique.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Clearly, among Spirit Perception experts, guiding technique was common—but each used it differently. So far, Yang Yi Long had explored it deepest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He still didn’t understand why cosmic energy condensed into a sharp sword.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If he tried, the cosmic energy couldn’t form a stable shape—even if it did, it would be hollow, lacking edge or sharpness.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Soon.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Qin Bing, Xu Qiumei, and Tao Yuan also crossed—but each used different methods, revealing their relative strengths. Xu Qiumei was weakest—no powerful technique, no strength to leap across—she had to swim.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yet even swimming, a cultivator’s speed was astonishing—she moved like a shark, bursting from the water in seconds, shaking off the dampness quickly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Let’s go.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing all assembled, Zhang Xun led them away from the sandbar, beginning their exploration of this world.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But as they stepped onto the riverbank, everyone froze.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Not far along the shore, a clean, paved road appeared—cars passed on it, their designs identical to those in their own world, no difference at all. Everything radiated an inexplicable familiarity.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“What’s going on? Did we really cross over? Or did we just teleport from base to another city? Why does this place look exactly like our world?” Qin Bing’s face paled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Everyone thought the same.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It felt less like crossing over, more like visiting another city on vacation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“No, we’ve definitely crossed over. The cosmic energy here differs completely from ours. Our world’s cosmic energy, though polluted, is dense. Here, it’s only one-tenth as concentrated. Also, have you noticed? This world seems peaceful—no ruined cities from the Heavenfall Event.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhang Xun frowned, carefully sensing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Though similar to his world, closer inspection revealed many differences.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Looks like a city over there.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Yi leapt onto a large tree, gazing far south—where a city’s silhouette stood.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Let’s head to the city. Learn about this world first.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhang Xun immediately said: “Li Yi, get down from that tree. From now on, no one shows powers beyond normal human limits—risk drawing attention. If this world resembles ours, there are surely cameras everywhere. If we’re watched, trouble follows. Given the cosmic energy density here, most people are ordinary—but some cultivators may exist.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Until we confirm this world’s power system, discretion is mandatory.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“You’re the captain—you decide.” Li Yi shrugged, leaping down.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Follow this road. We should reach the city before nightfall.” Zhang Xun said.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The group set off, walking along the road.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Why not stop a car? I have mind-control technique—I can make a driver take us into the city without remembering us,” Xu Qiumei said.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhang Xun said: “I said no using cultivation powers—especially when we don’t understand this world. You’re ignoring my orders. Don’t think your strength lets you act recklessly elsewhere. I’ll say this once—no third warning.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He scanned the others again, his gaze heavy with warning.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xu Qiumei flushed, silenced—she couldn’t challenge Zhang Xun. He was captain, and a Soul Realm cultivator.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The six, backpacks and handbags slung over shoulders, walked like hikers along the asphalt toward the city.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They deliberately slowed their pace, avoiding suspicion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Still, passing drivers offered rides—but Zhang Xun refused each.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yet the familiar language made them dazed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>People here spoke Chinese.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Didn’t expect the language to be the same… This world resembles ours before the Heavenfall Event. If so, it’s ideal for survival—cosmic energy is thin, only one-tenth of ours, but unpolluted. Cultivation speed won’t be slow.” Zhang Jing said, pleased.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Qin Bing nodded: “Right. Looks like we found a great world. Lucky we didn’t land somewhere chaotic. If everything goes well, after this mission, I’ll bring my family here to live.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Don’t jump to conclusions. Three months of exploration has just begun—we know little. If World 36 proves truly habitable, it’ll be prioritized for crossover. Don’t worry—first-wave explorers get a hundred family slots.” Zhang Xun said calmly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“For now, this world’s danger level is very low—extremely peaceful and safe.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>From passing vehicles and ordinary people’s expressions, it was clear: this world was still beautiful.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Indeed better than the Four Seas and Eight Provinces.” Li Yi’s expression shifted slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He compared his world, this world, and the Four Seas and Eight Provinces.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This world was best overall: cosmic energy existed for cultivation, no supernatural creatures, no disasters, safe—and highly similar to his own. If he were to cross over permanently, this was ideal.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And a hundred slots were enough—he could bring all his relatives and friends.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sensing the world’s safety, the group’s tension eased, their steps lightened.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Though the journey was long, all were cultivators with extraordinary stamina—walking was nothing. They merely delayed to avoid suspicion; without full speed, they could’ve run into the city in under half an hour.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>By evening, nightfall.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They finally entered the city.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Skyscrapers towered, lights glittered, traffic surged—a bustling metropolis.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Boss, got a map?” Zhang Xun stopped at a newsstand.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The vendor handed one out: “Fifty yuan.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhang Xun didn’t answer—immediately unfolded the fresh map.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cultivators had exceptional memories—he memorized the map’s layout in seconds, noting key cities.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Da Jing City, Da Han City, Da Chang City, Da Hai City, Da Chuan City… and their location: Da Zhuang City.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He closed the map, returned it: “Sorry, boss. My money’s insufficient—I can’t buy it.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The vendor stared at Zhang Xun, clearly displeased.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhang Xun didn’t linger—led the other five away, then said: “Did you all memorize the map? It’s very similar to our world—city names nearly identical. Da Chang City—I recall Li Yi, you’re from Tian Chang City. Any layout differences?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Names similar, but the cities are completely different,” Li Yi said.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“So there are differences,” Zhang Xun said. “But we have no money now—we need to get some, or we can’t move.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At this, several faces twisted in Kuxiao .\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Who carries cash when crossing over?\u003C\u002Fp>",1726,"2026-06-20T01:27:02.229Z",1,"Qwen3-Next 80B","9581c1e30eaa77361e031568cc5593e0b2c4d15a8635728757bf0071393d1cb6","after-the-sky-fell-chapter-235","after-the-sky-fell-chapter-233",1000,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fafter-the-sky-fell-cover.jpg",{"terms":24,"userReplacements":180},[25,30,35,40,45,50,55,60,65,70,75,80,85,90,95,100,105,110,115,120,125,130,135,140,145,150,155,160,165,170,175],{"id":26,"raw_term":27,"original_term":28,"translations":29},1803422,"Li Yi","李易",[],{"id":31,"raw_term":32,"original_term":33,"translations":34},1803423,"Zhao Xiaoxiao","趙曉曉",[],{"id":36,"raw_term":37,"original_term":38,"translations":39},1803424,"Wu Zhen","吳振",[],{"id":41,"raw_term":42,"original_term":43,"translations":44},1803425,"Zhang Gao","張高",[],{"id":46,"raw_term":47,"original_term":48,"translations":49},1803426,"Xiang Xiangzi","香湘子",[],{"id":51,"raw_term":52,"original_term":53,"translations":54},1803427,"Xuan Yuezi","玄月子",[],{"id":56,"raw_term":57,"original_term":58,"translations":59},1803428,"Bald Daoist","禿道人",[],{"id":61,"raw_term":62,"original_term":63,"translations":64},1803429,"Taiyi","太易",[],{"id":66,"raw_term":67,"original_term":68,"translations":69},1803430,"Yun Feizi","雲妃子",[],{"id":71,"raw_term":72,"original_term":73,"translations":74},1803431,"Du Baizhi","杜白芷",[],{"id":76,"raw_term":77,"original_term":78,"translations":79},1803432,"Wu Zuohua","武左華",[],{"id":81,"raw_term":82,"original_term":83,"translations":84},1803433,"Zhou Yu","周煜",[],{"id":86,"raw_term":87,"original_term":88,"translations":89},1803434,"Cang'erzi","蒼耳子",[],{"id":91,"raw_term":92,"original_term":93,"translations":94},1803435,"Li Chengyu","李成玉",[],{"id":96,"raw_term":97,"original_term":98,"translations":99},1803436,"Tai Xianweng","太仙翁",[],{"id":101,"raw_term":102,"original_term":103,"translations":104},1803437,"Old Daoist Wu","吳老道",[],{"id":106,"raw_term":107,"original_term":108,"translations":109},1803438,"Sun Boxiu","孫伯修",[],{"id":111,"raw_term":112,"original_term":113,"translations":114},1803439,"Tianjiang Zi","天江子",[],{"id":116,"raw_term":117,"original_term":118,"translations":119},1803440,"Sun Fei","孫飛",[],{"id":121,"raw_term":122,"original_term":123,"translations":124},1803441,"You Nu","憂女",[],{"id":126,"raw_term":127,"original_term":128,"translations":129},1803442,"Bai You","白幽",[],{"id":131,"raw_term":132,"original_term":133,"translations":134},1803443,"Liu Ming","劉明",[],{"id":136,"raw_term":137,"original_term":138,"translations":139},1803444,"Yang Wei","楊偉",[],{"id":141,"raw_term":142,"original_term":143,"translations":144},1803445,"Ning Wu","寧舞",[],{"id":146,"raw_term":147,"original_term":148,"translations":149},1803446,"Haili","海力",[],{"id":151,"raw_term":152,"original_term":153,"translations":154},1803447,"Meiling","梅玲",[],{"id":156,"raw_term":157,"original_term":158,"translations":159},1803448,"Shan Yi","善翼",[],{"id":161,"raw_term":162,"original_term":163,"translations":164},1803449,"Golden Feather Demon King","金羽妖王",[],{"id":166,"raw_term":167,"original_term":168,"translations":169},1803450,"Wang Chengjun","王成軍",[],{"id":171,"raw_term":172,"original_term":173,"translations":174},1803451,"Li Weiguo","李衛國",[],{"id":176,"raw_term":177,"original_term":178,"translations":179},1803452,"Miao Huizi","妙慧子",[],{}]