Chapter 663: Li Xueru

Jiang Chen was not in a hurry, and the outer Gu Lei Tower had already been retracted.

The Heaven Mountain Snowgrass King and several mature snowgrass stalks were swaying not far away.

If it were ordinary times, Li Xueru would certainly have noticed them long ago.

But now Li Xueru was lost in thought, and his observation of external matters had greatly diminished.

Jiang Chen's words revealed far too much information, allowing limitless speculation.

If what Jiang Chen said were true, one's own world was merely an isolated island in the sea, insignificant.

Then what does one amount to?

It is a collapse of belief, and the impact is extremely strong.

Jiang Chen knew that only Li Xueru could work it out himself; once he understood and accepted it, there would be nothing more.

A moment later, Li Xueru's eyes suddenly lit up, and he asked softly, "What about the Super God?"

Jiang Chen said, "As far as I know, the Super God is the strongest in our world. From an outside perspective, it's hard to say."

Li Xueru whispered, "In Deep Space I once saw another continent, separated from this one by a canyon about a hundred meters wide."

"At the time I was Level 91, together with Old Hong and Old Yan, we could not get past that canyon no matter what."

"Later the Fan Emperor told us that the canyon was called Super God Valley, and only a Super God could cross it."

"It was then that Old Hong and I swore that we must become Super Gods."

"It seems the Super God isn't that powerful; our oath was too modest, the goal not grand enough."

Jiang Chen said, "Take it step by step; if each step is steady, you can go far."

Li Xueru let out a light laugh, looking at Jiang Chen approvingly, "You're right; as long as each step is steady, naturally you can go far."

"If so, then let's walk step by step and see where the end lies."

"Whether inside or outside the realm, as long as I am strong enough, what difference does it make?"

Li Xueru's aura shifted, a rolling Level 96 aura pouring out, wrapped in a faint force of law.

The unrestrained, composed Li Xueru had returned at this moment.

Li Xueru said, "Don't tell Old Hong about this; his tolerance is low."

Jiang Chen nodded, "I understand. In fact, when the teacher becomes a Half-step Super God, he'll know as well. I'm just giving an early heads‑up."

Li Xueru said, "It was that elder who told you, wasn't it?"

"Yes."

Since Li Xueru believed it was Antares who told him, he gladly accepted it, pinning everything on Antares.

Li Xueru warned again, "Don't tell anyone else about this, not a single word."

Jiang Chen nodded; he understood.

Li Xueru let out a long sigh, then made a light "huh" and snapped his fingers, "Heaven Mountain Snowgrass King?"

Jiang Chen nodded, "It was given to me by the Heaven Mountain Great Deity."

Heaven Mountain Great Deity?

Li Xueru was startled again; how did Jiang Chen get in touch with a god‑level divine being?

A god‑level divine being is the Half-step Super God among the Human Race, whose status is exceedingly high.

But thinking of Antares, it doesn't seem that impressive.

If even Antares can converse with it, what does a god‑level divine being amount to?

Li Xueru felt that he could not view Jiang Chen with ordinary eyes.

The things Jiang Chen has encountered far exceed his own imagination.

Jiang Chen recounted his transaction with the Heaven Mountain Great Deity, but only mentioned what needed to be said, leaving much information unsaid.

He did not mention a single word about the ancient great war.

Li Xueru's attention was again drawn to the Heaven Mountain Snowgrass King; he never imagined such a marvelous thing could exist in the world.

As for its effect, it indeed needs proper testing to know.

Jiang Chen said, "To cultivate enough Heaven Mountain snowgrass, we need a place where the snowgrass can be grown and also carried with us."

"Something like the teacher's Shenlong Tower; I don't know where else such a thing exists."

Li Xueru didn't even think, and laughed, "I was going to tell you later that one of the Shenlong Empire's three towers, the Demon‑Slaying Tower, already has this function."

"The Shenlong Empire's three Mythological Class towers—the Trial Tower, the Shenlong Tower, and the Demon‑Slaying Tower—each reach Mythological Class, each forms its own space, and each serves a distinct purpose."

"The Trial Tower can open infinite space, for simulated derivation."

"The Shenlong Tower possesses teleportation power and can also lay arrays."

"The Demon‑Slaying Tower focuses on offense; it is the strongest in attack among the three."

"You have entered the Gu Lei Tower, so you should see that the three Shenlong towers were modeled after the Gu Lei Tower, yet each serves a different function—very strange."

Jiang Chen hadn't expected the three Shenlong towers to have such origins.

He knew exactly how high the levels of the Gu Lei Tower were; replicating it could never succeed.

Even copying a mere fragment is already good.

Jiang Chen said, "The Demon‑Slaying Tower seems to be in Nine Fortress."

Li Xueru laughed heartily, "Exactly, it is indeed in Nine Fortress. Unfortunately, for centuries no one has earned its recognition; it merely follows the will of its former master within Nine Fortress."

"Originally, when you become Divine Level, Old Hong and I planned to take you to Nine Fortress and try to have you claim it."

"But your soul tier is now sufficient, so it should be possible."

Jiang Chen's mind stirred, "If I take the Demon‑Slaying Tower, what will happen to Nine Fortress?"

Li Xueru feigned disdain, "What's the problem? The Human Race is strong enough; we have something comparable to the Demon‑Slaying Tower. In the past three hundred years, the Demon‑Slaying Tower has never been used."

"Come, the teacher will take you to claim the tower!"

Li Xueru waved his hand grandly, and Shenlong Tower rose into the sky, scattering light.

Li Xueru casually cast a strand of law, ten thousand formation-path runes flickered together, instantly forming a Teleportation Array.

Forming a formation with a wave, Li Xueru could do it before, but not as naturally as now.

After reaching Level 96, harnessing the power of law became far stronger than before.

In the next second the formation activated, propelling Jiang Chen and Li Xueru toward the Otherworld Battlefield.

Tens of millions of streams of light reversed before his eyes, and Jiang Chen recalled his first ride on a Teleportation Array; seeing those lights still made him feel uneasy.

Now he could admire them like a beautiful scenery; the change is so great, he feels a bit emotional.

Just two minutes later, the two appeared outside Nine Fortress.

The area is heavily guarded; ordinary people may not approach.

Aside from the garrison inside the fortress, only those with the rank of Six-Star Colonel are qualified to enter.

Here, the weakest are Top-tier Professionals who have completed the Third Transcendence.

This place is closest to the Abyss exit, has the most Demons, the highest levels, and serves as the Shenlong Empire's first line of defense.

Anyone below Level 70 who comes here and meets a Demon will surely get their head taken.

Jiang Chen fastened his Military Badge, and the two of them flew straight over.

The guardian formation of Nine Fortress has been in constant operation year‑round.

As they approached the formation, it immediately drew the attention of the fortress guards.

The formation actively emitted two beams of light onto them, and their Military Badges instantly responded, flashing brightly.

Both are Five-Star Divine Generals, and violet light flickers with nobility.

The light on the formation instantly turned violet, echoing the Military Badges from afar.

Immediately after, a bell rang inside the fortress, and a grand violet pillar of light shot straight into the sky.

The violet pillar signifies a Divine General, and the bell tolls five times, representing Five-Star.

The arrival of the Five-Star Divine General instantly alarmed the military high command within the fortress.

Five-Star Divine General—that's currently the highest rank in the Human Race.

At present, the Human Race has no Six-Star Divine General; Five-Star is supreme.

Li Xueru and Jiang Chen entered the formation without obstruction, and Li Xueru explained, "The sages who built the fortress back then established the military rank system."

"Different ranks carry different privileges and benefits."

"You are now a Five-Star Divine General; although you lack real authority, in terms of status you are already not inferior to anyone."

Jiang Chen understood Li Xueru's meaning; it signaled that he need not be overly polite later and should be more assertive.

He also knew that status is only one aspect; sufficient strength is also required.

Just like before, although he once held a status comparable to a Divine-level Strongman, his strength was lacking.

If a real conflict occurs, status actually offers little benefit.

Inside the fortress, Wang Lin, Wei Cang, and Xia Shize flew out together.

Nine Fortress is their territory; beyond that lies Ye Chen Shi.

When Wang Lin saw Li Xueru, a hint of hostility flashed in his eyes; the two have always been at odds, belonging to different factions, unable to reach an agreement.

Then he saw Jiang Chen, seemed to recall something, and a deep hostility rose in his eyes.

His gaze bore hostility, but outwardly he had to put on a performance, forcing an awkward smile, "Lord Ruzhen, Divine General Jiang, your grand arrival—any lapse is far from intention; do not blame, do not blame!"