Zhou Xuanmen spoke as he placed the jade token into a white storage box and handed it over to Xiao Mu.

Xiao Mu took the jade token.

He had always trusted Zhou Xuanmen. Otherwise, Zhou Xuanmen's strange behavior would have raised serious doubts in Xiao Mu's mind.

When the moment came, perhaps he would have to carefully consider whether the jade token should be placed in the statue's hand.

But for now, he had no time to overthink it. His trust in Zhou Xuanmen won out, and he said, "Rest assured, Senior. I will make sure to place this jade token into the statue's hand. Is there anything else you need to instruct me on?"

"That will be all for now. However…"

As he spoke, Zhou Xuanmen suddenly remembered something else and solemnly added, "This trip to the Pool of Chaos is fraught with danger. Although your abilities are outstanding, you cannot claim invincibility."

"Especially regarding the Heavenly Court. There's a chance that figures nearing True God-level might appear."

"I'll give you a cursed divine cannon. Keep it safe, and in moments of peril, use it—it might just save your life."

As he spoke, Zhou Xuanmen extended his right hand, palm facing up.

Gray-white curse light started gathering from all directions into the center of his palm, slowly forming a small cursed divine cannon.

Zhou Xuanmen's palm opened further. True force surged into his hand, causing the small cursed divine cannon to fly steadily toward Xiao Mu.

"A cursed divine cannon. Its immense power will certainly assist me. Since you're giving it to me, Senior, I'll gratefully accept it. Thank you!"

Xiao Mu was delighted and expressed his gratitude as he reached out to accept the cursed divine cannon.

Xiao Mu wasn't merely hearing about Zhou Xuanmen's cursed divine cannon—he had seen it firsthand before, even witnessed powerful figures like emissaries using it. Its might was truly extraordinary.

A seemingly humble cursed divine cannon, much like his Yama Hammer, was a combat technique rooted in secret arts.

However, compared to his own combat techniques cultivated through divine spirit training, the combat techniques of True Gods were at least ten times more potent.

Placing the cursed divine cannon into the Earth Seal Space, Xiao Mu suddenly felt much safer.

With Zhou Xuanmen's cursed divine cannon in hand, it wouldn't be easy for Heavenly Court members to kill him.

Of course, it would be a different matter if someone like Meng Xuantong personally took action.

"Senior Zhou, I actually have something to report to you."

"Oh!"

Zhou Xuanmen, slightly surprised, raised his hand and said, "What is it? Speak."

Xiao Mu responded, "It's information about the Heavenly Court. Earlier, I used the Soul Out-of-body Technique to scout their camp."

"Was that the time I discovered you?" Zhou Xuanmen probed.

Why bring that up again?

Xiao Mu felt a trace of embarrassment but still confirmed, "Yes, that time."

Zhou Xuanmen, incredibly confident, immediately remarked, "Meng Xuantong possesses significant strength, acute senses, and formidable methods. If you recklessly scouted, he must have noticed you, correct?"

Growing more embarrassed, Xiao Mu admitted, "Senior Zhou guessed correctly. I was indeed discovered. However, Meng Xuantong did not detain me—I managed to escape successfully."

Zhou Xuanmen, unfazed, explained, "That's because Meng Xuantong hadn't anticipated someone daring to scout the Heavenly Court camp, so he didn't prepare targeted measures. Next time, it might not be so easy."

"The Heavenly Court has no shortage of strong figures—Meng Xuantong, Yuan Men, and Yu Tong, among others—all capable of unraveling your Soul Out-of-body Technique. You should minimize such reconnaissance whenever possible. Now, what did you find?"

Zhou Xuanmen, not pressing further, allowed Xiao Mu's discomfort to ease slightly. Xiao Mu hurriedly detailed his findings, emphasizing the seven coffins with ancient corpses inside and the summoning array set up by the Heavenly Court's Variant beings.

Zhou Xuanmen listened intently and finally sighed, "The Heavenly Court's arrangements likely signal the arrival of more powerful figures."

"However, I can't say for certain."

"In any case, during your trip to the Pool of Chaos, proceed cautiously. If their forces prove overwhelming and unbeatable, simply hide and wait. Once the Heavenly Court takes the Life and Death Seal, then re-emerge and place the jade token into the statue's hand."

"Remember, failing to compete for the Life and Death Seal isn't a critical loss. What's paramount is ensuring the jade token is placed into the statue's hand."

Upon hearing this, Xiao Mu couldn't help but find it fascinating that, in Senior Zhou's mind, placing the jade token into the statue's hand outweighed the significance of competing for the Life and Death Seal.

The jade token and the statue—what exactly were they? Why did they hold such importance in Senior Zhou's mind?

Curiosity stirred deeply in Xiao Mu's heart, compelling him to ask, "Senior, what are the jade token and the statue?"

Zhou Xuanmen smiled cryptically and avoided answering directly, instead advising, "Xiao Xiao, I understand you're confused. But even if I told you, it wouldn't help you complete your task."

"Moreover, knowing secrets at this level could negatively impact both your mission and your personal safety."

"So, it's better for you not to know, at least for now."

"This… alright!"

Xiao Mu surrendered begrudgingly, though he couldn't escape feelings of dissatisfaction.

Threatening my safety—Senior Zhou is really underestimating me, isn't he? Anything threatening my safety would have to be on a True God level at minimum.

Could the jade token and statue truly involve figures at a True God level? Surely not, right?

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Whoosh! Whoosh! Whoosh!

South of the Human World Base, several streaks of escape light suddenly converged on the station, speeding toward it.

"Halt! Who goes there?"

The Human World guards spotted the lights and shouted to stop them.

But the lights did not slow down, charging straight into the base, accompanied by a voice.

"With the Life and Death Seal battle imminent, I, Chen Ming of Headquarters, acting under orders from Elder Jin and Elder Xiong, have come to assist. Allow us passage!"

"Chen Ming, Chen Respected Envoy!"

The guards heard the name and jolted in shock before quickly stepping aside to let the streaks of light enter.

Whoosh! Whoosh! Whoosh!

The lights sped swiftly into the Human World Base.

The two guards exchanged glances, unable to hide their astonishment. Chen Ming was an elite figure in Headquarters, typically answering only to the Grand Elders. Why would he suddenly involve himself in the Life and Death Seal battle?

Whoosh! Whoosh! Whoosh!

As the guards' amazement grew, several more lights appeared from the north.

"Who goes there? Stop!"

The guards stepped forward and shouted again.

"I am Xu Lang of the Alliance, sent by Elder Qi to partake in the Life and Death Seal battle. Allow passage!"

A middle-aged man's voice emerged from the streaks of light.

"Elder Qi… Xu Lang! Respected Envoy Xu, please come through!"

The guards were startled yet again, hastily stepping aside.

Whoosh! Whoosh! Whoosh!

The streaks of light, just like the earlier wave, flew straight into the base.

"Xu Respected Envoy, a disciple of Elder Qi, is actually participating in this battle? What... can anyone explain what's happening? Why are so many legendary figures suddenly joining the Life and Death Seal struggle?"

The red-uniformed guard stood bewildered, unable to comprehend the situation.

"You ask me? Who am I to ask?"

The black-uniformed guard retorted irritably.

As the red-uniformed guard opened his mouth to refute, another noise pierced the air—this time from the southeast, with yet more lights approaching.

"Halt! Who goes there?" The two guards stepped forward, attempting to stop them.

"Audacious fools! Open your eyes and take a good look—I am Gu Mei of Headquarters, dispatched by Elder Lei to join the Life and Death Seal battle. Stand aside!"

A loud, commanding voice carried from the streaks of light—a woman's voice.

Upon hearing this, the guards hurriedly stepped aside in fear. "Respected Envoy Gu, forgive us, forgive us. Please enter!"

"Hmph!"

A cold snort came from the streaks of light before they rushed into the Human World Base.

The two guards were left even more astonished.

A moment later, the red-uniformed guard hesitantly speculated, "Could more people still be coming? So many famed prodigies, all at once, joining the Life and Death Seal battle—this is absolutely unbelievable."

Whoosh! Whoosh! Whoosh!

No sooner had he finished speaking than another set of lights appeared in the northeast distance.

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Knock! Knock! Knock!

At Xiao Mu's residence, the sound of knocking suddenly echoed.

Xiao Mu walked over to open the door and found Yu Wen'en standing outside.

"Brother Yu, what's the matter?"

"Brother Xiao, some major events have occurred. Suddenly, many prodigious figures from Headquarters have arrived to join the Life and Death Seal battle. Some of our own people have had minor conflicts with them and almost fought. Brother Xiao, come with me quickly to check it out."

Without waiting for Xiao Mu's response, Yu Wen'en grabbed his arm and led him away.

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