"Yao'er, you don't know what realm lies beyond the Dao Attainment realm either?" Li Xuan asked, after chatting with Li Yao for a while, his expression momentarily stunned.
Li Yao nodded slightly and replied, "The realm beyond Dao Attainment, I suspect even those in the Four-Dimensional space are unaware of it. However, that mysterious Xuan Cang Continent might hold some clues. But since Xuan Cang Continent transcends worldly affairs, even if they know, there's no need for them to announce it to the world."
Li Xuan's heart stirred. His gaze then fell upon the Heavenly Dao Brush that appeared before him. "Little Brush, don't tell me you don't know either."
The Heavenly Dao Brush remained silent for a moment before replying, "Little Master, I do know, but I believe it's better for you not to. After all, with your current realm, you are not considered a powerhouse in this Four-Dimensional space."
Li Xuan's face immediately darkened. This thing truly gave him no face.
"She likely has her own difficulties. It's just a matter of realm; there's no need to force it," Li Yao said with a gentle smile.
Li Xuan glanced at the Heavenly Dao Brush and nodded. "Forget it, if you don't want to say, then don't. But Yao'er, doesn't that mean you'll be confined to this Prison of Suppression indefinitely?"
From their earlier conversation, Li Xuan had learned that Li Yao had fully recovered and could break through the dimensional barrier to ascend once more. However, Li Yao was worried about falling into the hands of the Blood Devouring Race after ascending. This caused her considerable indecision. Although Night Emperor had issued a warning to the Blood Devouring Race powerhouses, who knew if they would abide by it? Li Xuan wouldn't feel at ease if Li Yao were to test this.
"Yao'er, once I've sorted out my current affairs, I'll go with you," Li Xuan said after some thought.
Li Yao blinked in surprise. "Brother, you're coming with me?"
Li Xuan nodded. "Since we now know that this Four-Dimensional space we inhabit is being "farmed" by the Blood Devouring Race, I naturally have to go out and see. Besides, you can't stay here forever; it's definitely not good for you in the long run."
"Little Master, with your strength, you probably can't even defeat the weakest member of the Blood Devouring Race," the Heavenly Dao Brush interjected.
Li Xuan chuckled. "Little Brush, why do I feel like you have no confidence in me? Moreover, I'm not going out this time to fight. The most important thing is to ensure Yao'er is not oppressed by the Blood Devouring Race. As long as Yao'er is safe, everything else can be discussed."
"What if a fight becomes necessary?" the Heavenly Dao Brush countered.
Li Xuan pointed towards the fifth level above and smiled without speaking. The Heavenly Dao Brush understood immediately. So, its little master planned to leverage the prestige of Night Emperor on the fifth level. If Night Emperor appeared, the Blood Devouring Race would likely not dare to act. Even if they did, it would become a conflict between Night Emperor and the Blood Devouring Race.
"Yao'er, I'll bring Sister Xuan in to meet you," Li Xuan said, looking at Li Yao. During their earlier chat, Li Xuan had told Li Yao about Luo Xuan. Luo Xuan nodded upon hearing this, feeling a degree of curiosity towards Li Xuan's sworn elder sister.
Li Xuan moved his mind and then left the Prison of Suppression.
A few minutes later, Li Xuan entered the Prison of Suppression with Luo Xuan.
"Sister Xuan, Yao'er, perhaps you two should chat?" Li Xuan asked, looking at the two women who were appraising each other, scratching his head.
"Okay." The two women replied in unison, their gazes then turning towards each other. Li Xuan chuckled and shook his head, then his figure moved, and he entered the fifth level.
"Senior Night Emperor," Li Xuan said, looking around before bowing respectfully.
"Looking for me for something?" Night Emperor's figure slowly appeared, looking at Li Xuan with interest.
Li Xuan smiled sheepishly and asked, "May I ask Senior Night Emperor, is the Blood Devouring Race very powerful?"
Night Emperor pondered for a moment before replying, "It depends. For me, they pose little threat. But for you, any one of them could kill you."
Li Xuan coughed lightly, speechless. "Senior, can you be a little more subtle?"
Night Emperor chuckled. "Little one, the road you have to travel is still very long. Tell me, what is it you need me for?"
Li Xuan didn't hold back and said directly, "I want to leave here with my sister, but I'm worried about encountering the Blood Devouring Race. Furthermore, with my current strength, I'm afraid I can't break through the barrier of the Four-Dimensional space."
Night Emperor nodded. "With your current strength, you cannot break the dimensional barrier of this Four-Dimensional space. As for your sister... you can. Come find me again when you've decided to leave."
"Thank you, Senior," Li Xuan said, bowing deeply. He hadn't expected Night Emperor to agree so readily.
Night Emperor waved his hand. "It's nothing, just a small favor. With your talent, you will leave here sooner or later. Besides, being chosen by that person, perhaps in the future, there might be a time when I need your help."
Li Xuan smiled sheepishly. He understood that Night Emperor's words were merely giving him an out. Even if such a day were to come, it would likely be many years from now. At least for now, Night Emperor had no need for Li Xuan's help.
He owed a favor. Li Xuan rubbed his forehead with a hint of helplessness, then bowed again to Night Emperor's receding figure before departing.
"Brother."
"Brother Xuan."
When Li Xuan reappeared on the fourth level, Li Yao and Luo Xuan called out to him with smiles. Li Xuan nodded in surprise. In such a short time, Li Yao and Luo Xuan were already holding hands and chatting intimately.
"Finished chatting?" Li Xuan asked.
"Finished," the two women replied in unison, then exchanged glances and both laughed. Li Xuan looked on, a bit bewildered, and shook his head. He didn't bother trying to find out what they had discussed. However, seeing Li Yao and Luo Xuan so close, Li Xuan was naturally happy.
"Sister Xuan, I'll be leaving the affairs of the merchant guild to you from now on," Li Xuan said to Luo Xuan.
Luo Xuan nodded slightly. "With what you've done, I believe they'll take it more seriously now. But from your words, are you planning to leave?"
Li Xuan nodded. "I need to escort Yao'er away. As for what lies beyond this Four-Dimensional space, I don't know. But once I'm settled, I'll find a way to send you a message."
Luo Xuan nodded. "Very well. You've completed the most crucial part; I'll handle these trivial matters. Brother Xuan, I have a feeling that Godfather and Godmother might have also left the Four-Dimensional space. If you have the chance, you might try looking for them."
"Alright," Li Xuan agreed.
"Take me out," Luo Xuan said.
Li Xuan nodded slightly, then moved his mind, taking Luo Xuan out of the Prison of Suppression.
As Li Xuan and Luo Xuan departed, the Heavenly Dao Brush approached Li Yao and sighed, "Alas, I wonder if it's good or bad for the Little Master to jump maps so quickly this time."
Li Yao smiled gently. "You are the Heavenly Dao Brush; don't you already know?"
The Heavenly Dao Brush remained silent for a moment before saying, "The Little Master's fate, my current clone cannot discern. However, even if my main body were here, I'm afraid I wouldn't be able to see clearly."
Li Yao looked up at the void and pondered for a moment, then smiled. "Brother's path is ultimately one he must walk himself. As for the future, we can only know when it arrives."
The Heavenly Dao Brush remained silent. Li Yao smiled and turned to leave.
After a long while, the Heavenly Dao Brush slowly began to speak, murmuring to itself. "Little Master, oh Little Master, I hope my choice is the correct one."