Shennong Dao Master-Chapter 1419 - 2: Realms of Cultivation in the Universe, Xia Dynasty’s Painful Ordeal! (Da Zhang)

"I plan to disseminate the knowledge taught by Qing Yu Zi to the key ministers of the Great Zhou because they will eventually need to interact with the outside world."

Ji Che said, "Brother, you say the universe is dark and cruel; should we be more cautious when we make contact with the outside world?"

"Of course, we should be cautious; therefore, the first step is to spread the common knowledge about the universe. We cannot let others know we are a dynasty that has just ascended." Zhao Xing extended one finger.

"Because a newly ascended dynasty is the best target for plundering!"

"Think about it, how many Star Dao Soldiers do we currently possess? We even have a few Boundary Soldiers; this is a huge temptation for those in the Third Realm."

"Some Boundary Soldiers are even desired by those in the Tao Domain Realm."

"We are like a child holding a pile of gold, strutting along the cosmic streets without the ability to protect ourselves, so we must hide for now, and survive!"

"By spreading common knowledge, we can create the impression that we are not some country bumpkins, but seasoned cosmic cultivators or descendants of some great power, which will greatly reduce the risk of being robbed."

Zhao Xing chose this route to the Yuanhai Ancient Country because the Purple God Mansion there is Qing Yu Zi's origin, providing a connection that can somewhat reduce the risk.

In past epochs, players taking Xuanhuang Realm's treasures out had harrowing experiences; they were robbed clean the moment they left the Desolate Domain.

"The second step is to sell our treasures and exchange them for our power." Zhao Xing extended a second finger. "Boundary Soldiers are hard to sell; we're in the Ascension Realm and selling Boundary Soldiers involves significant risk. But we can sell Star Dao Soldiers, and spiritual energy materials like Spiritual Liquid and Spirit Crystals; these are hard currencies that can be exchanged for currency issued by some Ancient Country. We'll exchange for the currency of wherever we plan to establish ourselves."

"The third step, when the time is right, and if we can say that someone has reached the Third Realm, we can then choose a relatively strong and peaceful force with which to root the Great Zhou Dynasty."

"Initially, buying a Boundary Star will do, although this also needs to be done quickly because our Boundary Boat cannot cycle indefinitely. At the latest, in three thousand years, we'll need to relocate all our inhabitants."

"Additionally, the specialties of the Xuanhuang Realm must be moved; otherwise many things will automatically degrade due to the lack of perfection in the Boundary Boat's original essence, like food going moldy when left for too long, or weapons rusting when not used."

Ji Che nodded frequently, while Cloud Sky Dao listened quietly because Zhao Xing was speaking about the survival method of a dynasty that has just ascended.

He found it useful and thought it might help the Xia Dynasty in the future.

"The fourth step, after we've migrated out, we will certainly face challenges. At that time, we must have sufficient preparations."

"Despite the Xuanling Star Domain being vast, over countless years, it has become overcrowded, and suitable territories are scarce, so we must compete for them."

"The fifth..."

...

On the day Xuanhuang Realm 'exploded,' Zhao Xing spoke a lot to Ji Che and Cloud Sky Dao.

There was no choice, surviving in the universe is immensely difficult. The Xuanhuang Realm brought up so many treasures without any strong protector; now, even someone slightly powerful in the Origin Realm could easily sweep through the Great Zhou Dynasty.

The local powers have little regard for rules and no courtesy. Show any weakness, and they will snatch everything.

What's the trouble in eliminating a rootless ascendant force?

But the gains are enormous. It is well-known that newly ascended dynasties are the most lucrative! Robbing them is a highly profitable venture!

If Zhao Xing did not bring this up, the Great Zhou would surely have faced many pitfalls, potentially even leading to its destruction.

Most of the dynasties that ascended from the Xuanhuang Realm were annihilated because of this reason.

Of course, Mr. Zhao wasn't only thinking about the Great Zhou; he also hoped the Great Zhou could support him in the early days. After all, making money in the cosmic era is not easy.

Legal opportunities are beyond his reach, and the illegal ones he lacks the strength to undertake. Moreover, this is not the node of his previous life's ascension period, nor is it a region he is familiar with; he hasn't even heard of the Yuanhai Ancient Country!

Thus, the Great Zhou is critical for his early development, and he must protect and support it.

"Che, that's as much as I'll say for today." Zhao Xing stopped his narration. "I believe these endeavors will be sufficient for the next five hundred years."

"Alright, I understand." Ji Che nodded, noting the impatient look in Cloud Sky Dao's eyes; the fact that he had endured so long without inquiring showed that Old Yun had good self-control and patience.

Knowing the harshness of the universe and having witnessed the Xuanhuang Realm's explosion, he naturally wanted to immediately know the situation of the Xia Dynasty.

"I'll take my leave first; you two chat." Ji Che exited the Heavenly Altar Square, leaving only Cloud Sky Dao and Zhao Xing.

"Brother Yun, whatever you wish to ask, just ask." Zhao Xing said. "I promised to be forthright and to speak without reservation."

After waiting a while, Cloud Sky Dao remained silent.

Having learned so much, he became somewhat afraid to ask, fearing to receive bad news.

Ultimately, Cloud Sky Dao sighed, "What will come will inevitably come. Zhao Xing, tell me first, is the Xia Dynasty destroyed, or does it still exist?"

"Alive," Zhao Xing nodded. "But the situation is tough."

"How tough? Are the Emperor Xia and my family still alive?" Cloud Sky Dao stared at Zhao Xing.

"You said just now, the Third Realm of Origin can extend life through slumber and various methods, but at most can only live for three epochs (3.6 million years). I've stayed in the Xuanhuang Realm for 1,128,000 years; even if you say the Emperor Xia is no more, I can accept it. But do not deceive me, do not give me false hope."