In this novel's setting, the existence of gods is indeed a reality.
However, that was a long time ago.
With the end of the God-Slaying War ten thousand years ago, the era of gods had drawn to a close.
Those deities who once commanded the land all perished without exception. In this current age, the spiritual energy is already extremely scarce, let alone the existence of gods. For a normal cultivator to reach the Mahayana stage is already an incredible feat.
It is precisely because of this that Liu Buli, a cultivator who joined midway, could achieve a top position in the entire cultivation world in such a short time through diligent dual cultivation.
However, according to the novel's plot, the secret realm they are currently in allows one to glimpse things from the mythical era. For instance, cultivation manuals were passed down from that time. If that's the case, seeing the residual image of a god might not be an impossible thing, right?
Upon hearing his question, Lu Wuming's face was filled with surprise, while Qi Yu revealed a calm smile and gently shook her head. She said, "Look, in my current state, do I deserve such a title? I am merely a wisp of a remnant soul. If you consider me a god, it would be an insult to me."
The implication was that, before the God-Slaying War, she was indeed a god.
Realizing this, Liu Buli felt a sense of solemn respect.
Lu Wuming raised an eyebrow and said, "Whether a god or anything else, if it doesn't exist, it doesn't exist. It's just like that. Master, do you need to be so surprised?"
Hearing his somewhat sour remark, Liu Buli knew this fellow was jealous again. Although he truly couldn't understand how this person could be jealous so often throughout the day.
However, since they were in front of an outsider, Liu Buli would still maintain some decorum for Lu Wuming.
What he didn't expect was that while he said nothing, Qi Yu actually chuckled upon hearing Lu Wuming's grumble. Nodding, she said, "This person is correct. I no longer exist. In a God-Slaying War, all gods in heaven and earth ceased to exist. Seeing something like me now is indeed nothing to be surprised about."
She paused here.
As if not wanting Liu Buli to continue with similar topics, she didn't even give him a chance to respond and proactively changed the subject. She said, "You mentioned this is a secret realm, so you must be here to seek some treasures, right? Unfortunately, you've come to me. Besides some meaningless gold and silver, I have nothing that can be called a treasure. However, gold and silver hold no meaning for cultivators. If you desire them, I can take you to get them."
Perhaps due to her soul being annihilated ten thousand years ago, Qi Yu seemed to be very indifferent to everything and had no desire to compete or guard anything.
She even made a guiding gesture towards Liu Buli and the others as she spoke, as if she was ready to lead them to get those so-called gold and silver treasures.
If cultivators with very low cultivation, almost negligible, encountered such a situation, they would absolutely be overjoyed to follow her.
However, both Liu Buli and Lu Wuming had very high cultivation. As Qi Yu said, gold and silver held no meaning for them, as long as they didn't contain spiritual energy. Carrying them would only waste the space in their Qiankun bags and serve no other purpose. It was precisely for this reason that upon seeing Qi Yu's action, Liu Buli quickly stopped her and said, "Immortal, there's no need for that. You are correct, gold and silver hold no meaning for us. If we were to take them, it would diminish the beauty of your place. There's no need to do something that harms others and benefits no one."
With him saying so, Qi Yu naturally stopped her actions.
She looked back in Liu Buli's direction and said apologetically, "I've lost count of how many years have passed since my soul was annihilated. You are the first group of people I've encountered. We are fated to meet, and I don't want you to leave disappointed. But if these things are of no help to you, then I truly have nothing else to offer."
She spoke with a hint of regret.
Liu Buli frowned, deep in thought.
Only Lu Wuming greatly enjoyed hearing this answer. He nudged Liu Buli's arm and asked expectantly, "Master, since there are no opportunities here, shouldn't we find a way to leave? Perhaps if we hurry to other places, we can find more good things?"
Liu Buli knew that Lu Wuming said this simply because he disliked anyone else being around them.
However, from a rational perspective, his suggestion was indeed not without merit. After all, if this place offered no opportunities, they should quickly move to other locations. The secret realm was only so large, and the treasures within were limited. If they didn't seize the opportunity to explore, good things might be snatched up by others...
As Liu Buli pondered these thoughts, he felt as though he had missed something crucial.
Opportunity...
If the space behind this door was his opportunity...
Liu Buli's eyes widened abruptly, and he looked towards Qi Yu with a glint in his eyes.
The latter thought he had agreed with Lu Wuming's view, so she smiled at him again, pointed towards the back of the main hall, and said, "If you're looking for an exit from here, I think I know where it is. However, I cannot leave, so I'm not too sure about the situation outside. Why don't you go and take a look first? After all, this place..."
"No, we have no intention of leaving for now." Liu Buli took a few deep breaths, interrupting her. Looking into Qi Yu's eyes, he directly and word by word asked what was on his mind, saying, "Immortal, may I ask if you know the art of alchemy?"