Xu Lang pondered, "No one knows the exact time when the Divine Phoenix Lady will emerge. However, according to speculation, most of the elders believe she will likely emerge after the Great Battle of the Life and Death Seal."

"Moreover, the emergence of the Divine Phoenix Lady and the resurrection of the Human Emperor are very likely to occur simultaneously. Many elders also hold the view that the Divine Phoenix Lady could have emerged long ago. Her delay, they speculate, may simply be due to her efforts to awaken the Human Emperor."

"Is there such a theory?"

Xiao Mu was once again taken by surprise. These pieces of information answered many of his doubts. He expressed his gratitude, "Brother Xu, your words have been deeply enlightening. Thank you for sharing them."

"Don't mention it! Brother Xiao, I urge you to seriously consider my earlier proposal. If you have any plans for collaboration, I, Xu Lang, am undoubtedly your best choice." Xu Lang did not hold back his self-praise.

Xiao Mu replied, "I will think about it carefully."

Xu Lang then took his leave.

This man's words were half-truths. Likely, only part of them could be trusted.

They could serve as a reference but should not be taken as absolute truth.

The ancient secrets he shared, which did not involve any conflicts of interest, were probably genuine.

However, anything related to personal gain was much harder to believe.

Watching Xu Lang's departing figure, Xiao Mu contemplated for a while before turning to leave the hall as well.

He needed to prepare for entering the Creation Space.

The headquarters' reward turned out to be a position among the True Gods. However, if it was merely a divine rank, Xiao Mu didn't particularly need it.

Yet, since this information originated from Xu Lang, it couldn't be fully trusted. Xiao Mu remained skeptical about the truth.

For the battle in the Creation Space, Xiao Mu could not afford to let down his guard.

He first went to find Yang Jun. Yang Jun was busy forging the Array Breaking Order, and it seemed close to completion.

Xiao Mu did not disturb him and exited Yang Jun's room.

As soon as he stepped outside, he felt a sense of connection.

Someone is using Divine Sense to contact me? Who could it be?

Curious, Xiao Mu paused and shifted his Divine Sense.

In a moment, his Divine Sense appeared within his corresponding godly manifestation.

"Greetings, Brother Mu!" Zhao Jingyan saluted Xiao Mu.

With Xiao Mu's assistance, Zhao Jingyan's Realm had risen rapidly. His strength had grown immensely, and even his forging skills had significantly improved.

"Brother Zhao, no need for formalities. What brings you to me?"

With a raised hand, Xiao Mu gestured for Zhao Jingyan to sit.

Zhao Jingyan adjusted his posture and seated himself properly before speaking, "Brother Mu, I've heard rumors that the Human World and the Heavenly Court are on the brink of launching a Great War. Is this true?"

"Indeed, it is!"

Xiao Mu's godly manifestation nodded slightly. He knew that, as a villager of Twilight Forest Village, Zhao Jingyan lacked the qualifications to partake in classified matters and was likely unaware of the Life and Death Seal battle. Thus, he casually advised, "Brother Zhao, in the upcoming days, refrain from wandering around to avoid becoming collateral damage."

"Thank you for your concern, Brother Mu!"

Zhao Jingyan clasped his hands and appeared deeply concerned about the battle involving the Life and Death Seal, "Brother Mu, this war must be incredibly intense, right? I've heard that even True Gods will be involved—multiple ones, in fact. Wouldn't that make it extraordinarily dangerous?"

Xiao Mu explained, "It will indeed be dangerous, but ordinary people are unlikely to be affected. If Brother Zhao stays in the village and avoids heading to the Heavenly Court's station, the chances of encountering danger are slim."

He assumed Zhao Jingyan was fearful of the war's potential spillover and provided clarification deliberately.

"I appreciate your thoughtfulness, Brother Mu."

Zhao Jingyan cast a grateful look at Xiao Mu, "However, I'm not worried for myself. The battle between the Heavenly Court and the Human World is a fight for survival. Should the Heavenly Court prevail, none of us in the Human World will have a good ending."

"I, Zhao Jingyan, am neither afraid of battle nor of death. If the Alliance calls for me, I am willing to fight on the frontlines against the Heavenly Court's elites."

"Brother Zhao, what do you mean?"

Xiao Mu was puzzled. It turned out Zhao Jingyan was not worried about his own safety. So, why was he asking so many questions about the war?

Zhao Jingyan said, "What worries me is actually Brother Mu's safety. Brother Mu has been a great help to me. Since I've known you, my Realm and even my bloodline inheritance have both advanced. I constantly worry I won't have the chance to repay this debt."

"Brother Zhao, no need to be so polite."

Upon hearing this, Xiao Mu smiled. Zhao Jingyan indeed seemed like someone who valued gratitude and loyalty, "When I help Brother Zhao, I always accept my payment. Brother Zhao, there's no need to feel overly thankful."

Zhao Jingyan replied, "Although that may be true, we who have benefited from your generosity cannot truly think that way. Brother Mu, will you also be taking part in the upcoming war against the Heavenly Court?"

"Yes, I will be involved."

Xiao Mu did not conceal the information. Besides, there was no need to. Whether within the Heavenly Court or the Human World, everyone knew Xiao Mu would inevitably be part of the battle over the Life and Death Seal.

"I thought as much."

Zhao Jingyan nodded, standing up, "Therefore, I've prepared a treasure for you, Brother Mu. I hope it will be useful during the battlefield and can provide you some aid."

A treasure?

Could it be? Zhao Jingyan preparing a treasure for me?

It couldn't possibly be something he forged himself, could it?

Although Zhao Jingyan's forging skills were decent, he was still far from reaching the level of a Divine Forging Master.

If the treasure truly came from Zhao Jingyan's own craftsmanship, it likely wouldn't be of much help to Xiao Mu.

"What treasure does Brother Zhao refer to?"

As he asked, Xiao Mu kept his expectations low.

Zhao Jingyan's Realm was far too low, and his forging skills were significantly lacking. It was unlikely he could provide Xiao Mu with substantial assistance.

"Brother Mu, please take a look."

Zhao Jingyan solemnly stepped forward, heading to Xiao Mu's altar table. Then, he retrieved a Storage Box, opened the lid, and casually pulled out a heavily damaged, blood-red miniature flag.

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