"Brother Kui, it's been a while since we last saw each other. Thanks to your good wishes, my task has been going rather smoothly."

With a smile, Xiao Mu took the opportunity to ask Wang Kui for news, "Actually, I need to ask you something."

"Feel free to ask me any question."

Despite his generous demeanor, Wang Kui corrected Xiao Mu seriously, "Please call me Wang Kui."

Xiao Mu completely ignored Wang Kui's correction, "Brother Kui, how much do you know about the two leaders of these ruins?"

Wang Kui was surprised, "Two leaders, you mean Leader Lei and Leader Xuan? Also, please call me Wang Kui."

Xiao Mu nodded, "Yes, Leader Lei and Leader Xuan. How strong are they?"

With a proud look on his face, Wang Kui said solemnly, "Both leaders are said to be at the True Realm."

"But they seem to have been at the first stage of the True Realm for a long time without making further breakthroughs?"

"The first stage of the True Realm?"

Xiao Mu seized this crucial information, "So, both leaders are at the first stage of the True Realm? They've not been able to break through to the second stage for a long time? Why? Is it due to lack of resources, or other reasons?"

Wang Kui said seriously, "The secrets of the leaders are not something I can know."

The always silent Zeng Guan suddenly spoke, "I seem to know a little."

"Oh?"

Xiao Mu turned his head and looked sincerely at Zeng Guan, "Please tell, Brother Zeng."

Zeng Guan said, "It is said that the two leaders have not been able to make a breakthrough because they lack something."

What is it that they lack? How is it related to the white strip-shaped jade plate?

Xiao Mu became more curious, "Brother Zeng, do you know what that thing is?"

Zeng Guan shook his head, "The secret of the leaders is not something we can know. I just heard some information from others."

Although disappointed, Xiao Mu thought for a while and asked again, "Brother Zeng, do you know exactly what the True Realm is? And what's the difference between each stage?"

"Well... I seem to know a little."

Zeng Guan said, "The so-called True Realm is the realm of the Yin God."

"The first stage of the True Realm corresponds to existence like the Earth, Stove God, and Mountain God, while the second stage of True Realm corresponds to City God, Netherlord, Wind, Rain, Thunder, Lightning, Fortune, and Retribution."

"Oh!"

Xiao Mu nodded thoughtfully and couldn't help but ask, "What about the third stage of the True Realm?"

Zeng Guan shook his head, "The level is too high for me to reach."

Xiao Mu felt disappointed again.

He asked Wang Kui again, but Wang Kui did not provide any useful information either.

Even so, Zeng Guan's words still left Xiao Mu in deep thought.

The second stage of the True Realm is actually equal to the City God, Netherlord, Wind, Rain, Thunder, and Lightning, Fortune, and Retribution.

The Mountain God and Earth are not at such a high level, but the City God, Netherlord, Wind, Rain, Thunder, Lightning, cannot be underestimated as they hold significant power.

The two leaders of the Song Ruins both are at the first stage of the True Realm, which is the level of the Mountain God and Earth.

Compared to the second stage, this stage is indeed far behind, no wonder both leaders want to break through to the second stage.

But, does breaking through to the second stage have anything to do with the strip-shaped jade plate?

If so, what is the connection?

Xiao Mu didn't have a clue for the moment.

His shift went smoothly that day, with no unusual incidents happening.

The next day, Xiao Mu continued to cultivate by consuming Energy Fruits, to enhance his cultivation.

On the third day, he went back to Mystery Valley for trading.

As he passed by Mr. Lamp's cinema, Xiao Mu said hello casually, "Mr. Lamp, your business seems to be doing well!"

Mr. Lamp laughed, "It's not bad, nor good. Humans are not interested in movies, but transformed creatures are crazy about them."

"Oh! Young man, you're being watched."

Mr. Lamp's face suddenly changed, his eyes emitting a strange brilliance, illuminating Xiao Mu.

The illusion of a divine lamp appeared, shining on Xiao Mu, casting his shadow.

Under Xiao Mu's feet, an additional shadow suddenly appeared.

It was a grey shadow, looking very old. Normally it was hidden within Xiao Mu's shadow and couldn't be seen, but under the light of the divine lamp, it had nowhere to hide.

"What... what is this?"

Xiao Mu was startled.

He didn't realize when this grey shadow started following him, and he hadn't sensed it at all.

"Someone is watching you with Secret Arts. That's a divine technique that only a powerful person in the True Realm can use. Young man, you should be careful."

Mr. Lamp suddenly produced an oil lamp in his hand.

He held the oil lamp and shone it at the grey shadow under Xiao Mu's feet.

Sizzling!

The grey shadow that was hit by the light of the oil lamp made a strange sizzling noise, as if screaming, and it soon turned into black smoke and disappeared.

"Thank you, Mr. Divine Lamp!"

Xiao Mu respectfully bowed to Mr. Divine Lamp in gratitude.

If he hadn't happened to pass by Mr. Divine Lamp, he wouldn't even know that someone was watching him.

The thought scared him afterwards.

He had too many secrets that couldn't be revealed to others.

"No need for thanks. Anyway, be careful. I can help you now, but I can't help you forever. If a strong person from the True Realm is eyeing you, there must be a reason. Fortunately, he seems to bear no killing intent, otherwise, killing you would be effortless for him."

Mr. Divine Lamp said lightly as he put away his oil lamp.

"I will certainly be careful."

Xiao Mu's expression was solemn, "Anyway, I will keep your help to me in mind, Mr. Divine Lamp."

"No need for such formalities!"

Mr. Divine Lamp waved his hand and began to attend to customers who had come to see a movie.

Xiao Mu thanked him once more and left Mr. Divine Lamp's cinema.

The sudden appearance of the grey figure made his expression grave.

He couldn't help but wonder who was the strong person from the True Realm that was watching him. Was it Thunder? Xuan Mo? Or someone else?

It seemed he was involved in some major plot.

If he didn't have sufficient power, he probably wouldn't be able to protect himself.

He had to find ways to improve his power quickly.

Without the power of the True Realm, under the scrutiny of the strong ones, he might not even have the ability to protect himself.

Not long after, Xiao Mu arrived at the mansion where he had previously made a trade.

Xiao Mu donned his mask, taking on the form of a tree, and knocked on the door.

The young man who had answered the door last time opened it and recognized Xiao Mu. "It's you, come with me!"

He led Xiao Mu to the courtyard and brought him to the mansion where they had transacted last time.

"Mu Mu is here! Haha! Please have a seat!"

The man with a mirror on his mask, Mr. Mirror, smiled at Xiao Mu.

Xiao Mu sat down and took the opportunity to survey the surroundings and see who else was present.

Mr. Chuang, Lady Hua, Lady Xiang and Mr. Zhuo were all present, but Mr. Shi was missing.

"Hello everyone!"

Xiao Mu greeted.

Mr. Chuang and Lady Hua were both cold and indifferent, ignoring Xiao Mu. Mr. Zhuo nodded slightly while Lady Xiang responded somewhat cautiously. "Hello!"

"It seems Mr. Shi is late."

Lady Hua shot a cold glance at Mr. Mirror.

"Greedy people never live long."

Mr. Mirror dropped a hint, and his laughing tone remained, "We don't need to wait for him. So, who's going first this time?"

"Me!"

Mr. Chuang rushed to speak.

Lady Hua interrupted assertively, making her demand, "Three borrowing opportunities, in exchange for your help once."

She was speaking to Mr. Mirror.

Three borrowing opportunities in exchange for one act of assistance – she set a very high price, appearing unperturbed about Mr. Mirror's potential refusal.

"Sorry, I refuse."

Unexpectedly, Mr. Mirror flatly rejected her, jokingly adding, "I'm not a commodity for sale."

"I can help you."

Mr. Chuang spoke eagerly, then turned to ask Lady Hua, "What do you want done?"

Lady Hua gave Mr. Chuang an indifferent look and coldly declined, "Your power is too weak. You can't help me. Besides, your assistance is not worth three borrowing opportunities."

"You..."

Mr. Chuang was somewhat irate, his gaze fierce as he faced Lady Hua.

"Presumptuous, are you seeking death?"

Lady Hua was extremely ruthless, staring angrily at Mr. Chuang, as if ready to attack at any disagreement.

"Haha! Would the two of you like to put on a monkey show for me? You're welcome to!"

Mr. Mirror clapped and laughed, his taunting voice full of mockery.

The furious Lady Hua and Mr. Chuang defused on the spot, their fight fizzling out.

"Who are you planning to deal with?"

Xiao Mu suddenly spoke up, watching Lady Hua.

The chance to trade three borrowing opportunities for one act of assistance moved him.

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