This proposal from Qian Xin is quite reasonable. Baiyu is a citizen of the East Prosperity Imperial, and he has had contact with the people of Eternal Sleep City.

Having a local like him around would make Qian Xin's actions much more convenient.

As for safety concerns.

Judging from the City Lord's Attendant that Baiyu has interacted with, his safety is absolutely guaranteed. Even if they encounter something they can't handle, they would at least be able to escape.

Of course.

Except for Machima.

She was obviously the weakest among the previous City Lord's Attendants, but now it seems she has returned to the peak.

"Alright, when do we set off?"

After a brief consideration, Baiyu agreed.

Qian Xin swung her ponytail: "Now, time is of the essence, and there is no time to delay. As for the payment for this mission, it will be given to you after the City Lord returns. The rule of the Tower of Miracles is that everyone who makes a contribution receives a corresponding reward."

Baiyu smiled and said, "Such a rule is simply too reasonable. By the way, where has the City Lord gone recently? If it's inconvenient to say, you don't have to answer."

Qian Xin said, "There's nothing inconvenient to answer. The City Lord is considering matters after the spiritual essence ends. In other words, with so many people in the Tower of Miracles, she always has to think about future plans."

Baiyu nodded.

So, is the City Lord not currently on Canglan Star?

The City Lord must have control over a way to leave Canglan Star. Of course, this departure must rely on the Spirit Realm passage.

A large-scale departure is not possible.

It should only be available for a few people.

"Don't worry. Once there's a mutation on Canglan Star, the City Lord will be able to sense it, and she can quickly return through the statue."

Qian Xin thought Baiyu was worried about the safety of Canglan Star.

Returning through the statue, huh.

It seems the City Lord has spent this much time exploring the outer world. That's what a strong Sun Realm warrior does, envy...

An hour later.

Qian Xin was ready outside the Tower of Miracles.

Baiyu also made some preparations and met her outside the tower. This time, the two of them would travel using the Spiritual Realm's Teleportation Gate.

On Canglan Star.

Once humans mastered the Spiritual Realm Teleportation Gate, they became accustomed to traveling through the Spirit Realm, as it saved considerable time and was extremely convenient.

Of course.

The risks of traveling through the Spirit Realm are greater than those on Canglan Star.

But for a strong warrior like Qian Xin, such risks are practically negligible.

Half a day later.

Qian Xin and Baiyu passed through three Spirit Realm Shelters and entered the territory of the East Prosperity Imperial.

Baiyu held the rank of a Count.

Within the East Prosperity Imperial, they could travel unimpededly. The two quickly arrived at Shengjing City, the capital of the East Prosperity Imperial.

Baiyu had never been here before.

But Baiyu had been to the Spirit Realm Shelter below Shengjing City, the only thoroughly cleansed area of the East Prosperity Imperial, called the Hundred Battles Realm.

This is also the only place not named after the features of the Spirit Realm area.

It is meant to commemorate those warriors who shed their blood in the process of pacifying the Shengjing City Shelter.

To honor their fighting spirit, undeterred in a hundred battles.

The Shelter of the Hundred Battles Realm has become an extremely prosperous city due to the absence of warfare or threats from aliens or demons.

There are hundreds of thousands to millions of people permanently residing in the city of the Hundred Battles Realm Shelter.

It is extremely prosperous here, excelling in trade, transportation, and other aspects, making it one of the leading cities in the East Prosperity Imperial.

Of course.

Their destination on this journey was neither the Hundred Battles Realm nor Shengjing City.

Coming to Shengjing City was merely a part of certain specific procedures.

And Baiyu could take this opportunity to meet with some old friends in Shengjing City.

They arrived in Shengjing City at night.

However, the night here is not much different from the day, with its bright lights, extravagant festivities, and dancing.

The prosperity dazzles the senses.

Baiyu and Qian Xin arrived at the most luxurious aerial tavern in Shengjing City, the Shengjing Grand Hotel, located on the five-hundredth floor of the highest building in Shengjing.

Looking out from the hotel.

One could capture the perfect night view of Shengjing City in all its glory.

And today.

The hotel had been reserved in its entirety by someone.

The cost to reserve such a venue was astronomical and not something money alone could secure; one needed the right status and standing.

Baiyu and Qian Xin walked into the hotel together.

They saw the Third Prince already sitting there, accompanied by Yao Shuimei, someone Baiyu was familiar with, and a burly middle-aged man in a military uniform, with a buzz cut, bushy eyebrows, and big eyes, looking very spirited.

Baiyu noticed as well.

His left and right hands were entirely mechanical, seemingly crafted with extreme precision, likely the handiwork of master technicians from the Mechanical Cult.

"Baiyu, come, come, it's been a long time."

The Third Prince warmly greeted Baiyu upon seeing him, and the five settled around the luxurious round table.

Qian Xin, who arrived using the body of a mature woman appearing around thirty, perhaps intended to project a sense of reliability.

After all.

When Qian Xin is constantly in the form of a child, it's hard for people to feel comfortable entrusting her with matters.

"Director Yao, Third Prince, let's talk business. What exactly is the issue with Eternal Sleep City this time, and how severe is it?"

Qian Xin was always known for being meticulous and highly efficient.

Indeed, as soon as they reached the hotel, she began inquiring about work-related matters.

"Uh, the situation on-site is very complex; I'll let Director Yao explain. I'm afraid I might not express it clearly."

The Third Prince, recognizing that expertise was needed for this professional matter, quickly handed over the speaking rights to Yao Shuimei.

Yao Shuimei was straightforward, immediately explaining: "The situation in Eternal Sleep City is now very complex. Initially, the problem was with a group of high-level individuals who were corrupted and debased by the power of the Red Cup, becoming slaves to their desires.

We cleared these individuals, and the problem in Eternal Sleep City was considered resolved.

Of course.

This is what we thought.

Originally, we believed the problem in Eternal Sleep City had been eradicated, and all we needed to do was bolster the city's guards. In a few decades, the city should be completely free of this event's shadow.

However.

The second outbreak of debasers occurred.

They have already polluted most of the population in Eternal Sleep City and are attempting to summon the Evil God by sacrificing human lives.

We must stop them now."

Qian Xin seized on the key point in this statement: "So, they have established contact with the Red Cup?"

Yao Shuimei nodded: "Yes, and they've become followers of the Red Cup."

"But the Red Cup isn't an Evil God."

Qian Xin stated calmly. 𝒇𝙧𝙚𝓮𝔀𝓮𝒃𝙣𝓸𝒗𝒆𝒍.𝙘𝒐𝒎

The Red Cup isn't an Evil God?

Baiyu wasn't surprised by this answer. Back then, the Great City openly utilized the power of the Red Cup without any interference.

If the Red Cup were an Evil God.

They could act with impunity.

Yao Shuimei nodded, responding, "Indeed, the Red Cup isn't considered an Evil God. But what if the Red Cup becomes corrupted and evil?

I don't believe.

Any legitimate Divine Spirit would cause such a tragedy.

The corruption of Divine Spirits isn't unheard of, and the Red Cup isn't the Meat Origin God, not a deity our human ascensions have created."