"Sea monster, have you gone mad? This is the Immortal Heavens, and it has its own rules here. How can we possibly have the ability to open a path of survival for them?" Sha Chu rebuked.

The sea monster raised its head to look at Li Xiu, its expression calm, but its eyes blazing like fire: "No, if there's anyone in this world who can open a path of survival for our children, it is only you, sir, who can accomplish it."

"This is strange, why is it that I'm unaware of having such great abilities?" Li Xiu said as he looked at the sea monster.

"Sir initiated the magic spiritual contest, making the Trial Takers known to the world, allowing all mortals to cultivate. This is a blessing for mortals, and also a fortune for us sinners. If everyone could be a Trial Taker, then the gates of the Immortal Heavens would certainly open wide. Only then would our children have hope, have a survival route. No matter what difficulties arise, please, sir, persist. If there is ever a need for us, even if it means being shattered to pieces, we will not hesitate. Please open a path of life for our children, we are willing to be stones on this path, to build its foundation with bone and blood without regret." As the sea monster spoke, it prostrated itself on the ground again.

Unknowingly, more and more people with a fishy stench came out from the alley and beyond, prostrating themselves on the ground, pleading in unison: "Please open a path of life for our children, we are willing to be stones on this path, to build its foundation with bone and blood without regret."

"Let's go." Li Xiu glanced at the sea monster and the people sprawled on the ground, saying nothing more. He simply called Sha Chu, and walked past them.

These people did not stop them; they only watched as they left, seeing them out of Wansheng Town.

"Most of the people under the sea monster's command are criminals brought in from outside, used as cannon fodder to explore the Trial Gate. Every once in a while, such a group of people are sent in, most die inside the Trial Gate, with a small portion lucky enough to survive, no longer needing to explore the Trial Gate. These children are their descendants. Although these people no longer need to be forced to enter the Trial Gate as cannon fodder, they still have to go out to sea to fish and are called Fishmen, providing food for Longevity City, with little chance of becoming Trial Takers. They are considered the lowest class in the Immortal Heavens."

"After the magic spiritual contest, there are two opinions within Longevity City. Some of the upper echelons believe that since everyone will be a Trial Taker in the future, the Immortal Heavens should reform the current system, including giving the descendants of these Fishmen a chance to become Trial Takers. However, other upper echelons think that Fishmen are just Fishmen, they just need to provide food for Longevity City, there's no need to waste resources letting them become Trial Takers. Anyway, everyone will be a Trial Taker in the future, more Trial Takers can certainly be brought in from outside to be cannon fodder or Fishmen, there's no need to waste resources on these Fishmen."

Sha Chu chuckled bitterly: "The sea monster hopes you can persevere, meaning not only to continue hosting the magic spiritual contest, but also to speak up for these Fishmen in Longevity City and give their children a chance to become Trial Takers."

"I'm not even a member yet, and it seems he has high expectations from me." Li Xiu joked, but his eyes showed no trace of humor.

"This matter arose because of you and the magic spiritual contest. The reason for the reform among the upper echelon is also due to you and the contest. Regardless of your status after entering the city, you will likely face trouble because of it." Sha Chu sighed: "I kept advising you against hosting the magic spiritual contest back then because I feared the Immortal Heavens would be against you. Now, this situation is quite favorable; at least there are still people within Longevity City supporting you in hosting the contest."

"Let's talk when we enter the city." Li Xiu and Sha Chu arrived once more at the base of Spiral Mountain, looking at the towering mountain resembling a heavenly pillar and dome. Despite having seen it once, they couldn't help but feel a sense of awe.

In front of the city gates of Longevity City, a few people dressed in lavish clothing were talking and laughing amongst themselves.

"That Lord of Light City is finally coming, and I am genuinely looking forward to it." A young man with long hair said, smiling.

"It's still uncertain whether he can ascend Spiral Mountain. Perhaps later this mountain may witness him turning into a pile of smashed flesh." A man clad in blue armor said disdainfully.

The long-haired man looked at the two beautiful women beside him and said: "Qingyi, Bai Ying, you've interacted with him, how is his ability, can he ascend Spiral Mountain?"

Bai Ying pursed her lips: "That person has some abilities, but trying to ascend Spiral Mountain might be difficult."

Seeing the long-haired man looking at her, Li Qingyi pondered: "The Lord of Light City's own level should not be high, at least not yet reaching S-level. If he wants to ascend, he might have to rely on his Demon Spirit. I wondered if he has a Flying Demon Spirit; if he does, it shouldn't be hard to climb. If he doesn't, although that Jedi Knight is already S-level, taking him up might not be easy. It's also unclear who invited him into the guild and why they're not here to receive him."

"I'm also curious as to who brought him here. Joining the guild at this time would indeed be rife with trials and tribulations." The long-haired man laughed.

"If it weren't for the fact that he still owes us something, who would care about his life or death? Consider him lucky. Even if he can't climb up on his own, we'll have to lend him a hand." Bai Ying said, looking at the long-haired man: "Mo liu, we might need you to intervene later."

The long-haired man Mo liu nodded with a smile: "Don't worry. If he's struggling, I will certainly ensure his safety and help bring him up."

Pausing for a moment, Mo liu added: "He didn't kill Mo Ruhai, and that's a favor that needs to be repaid."

"He has good fortune." Bai Ying said with a pout.

…

"Let's do this." Sha Chu took a deep breath, looking resolutely at Li Xiu.

Li Xiu nodded slightly, then summoned the Jedi Knight. With the sword hanging at its waist, the Jedi Knight picked up both Li Xiu and Sha Chu under its arms, its feet powered by energy as it leapt onto the side of the mountain.

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