A Top Scholar in Everything

The return journey was almost unhindered.

With the Purple Cloud ship of the Third Prince clearing the way, the garrison at various checkpoints dared not obstruct them.

Thus.

At a Legendary Ship's speed.

By the next morning, Baiyu had returned to the outskirts of Maple Leaf County.

The two Legendary Ships sailed side by side in the sky.

This rare spectacle.

For those guarding outside Maple Leaf County, it was a sight they could hardly witness in a lifetime.

From afar, Maple Leaf County looked like a tea egg.

The all-encompassing black curtain shrouded the edges of Maple Leaf County, blocking sunlight from entering; whether birds or chirping insects went in, none came out.

Purple Cloud and Erza hovered in the sky.

The Third Prince and Baiyu descended to the ground together, carefully examining the vast black curtain.

"Any discoveries?"

After a while.

The Third Prince asked.

Baiyu nodded solemnly and said, "Indeed, it is related to the Church of the God of Steam and Mechanics. This Simulation Realm is the same type I've seen before.

However.

The ones I saw before could only cover a mansion at most.

This Simulation Realm now is so vast, it seems unreal.

Besides.

Why does the Church of the God of Steam and Mechanics wish to envelop the entire Maple Leaf County in a Simulation Realm?"

Baiyu was unaware of what transpired after he left, so he was unclear about the situation.

The Third Prince was uncertain at this moment too, and fell into deep thought.

Before long.

A fleet of Flying Airships sailed from afar, stopping behind the Legendary Ships.

On the fleet.

A group of men in military attire descended quickly.

"Greetings, Third Prince!"

"Your Highness, this place is dangerous, please let us handle it."

The group ran over hastily and said.

The Third Prince frowned, looked at them, "My royal brother is leading the army and fighting bloodily within, and you ask me, Shangguan Zi, to retreat to the second line? Do you want me to be scorned by thousands?"

The group fell silent.

Among these people were the Third Prince's confidants.

And the generals from Celestial Tiger County, Hidden Star County, and experts from Kyoto.

"Third Prince, the elders from Eternal Sleep City have arrived."

At that moment.

A confidant said.

The Third Prince's eyes lit up and he looked around, "Come with me aboard the Purple Cloud ship, see if the people from Eternal Sleep City have any solutions.

Now my elder brother is deeply trapped.

My second brother is far in the east battling the Naga Race.

I must take on this responsibility, don't mention retreating again."

"Yes."

"Understood."

The group chuckled sheepishly.

Everyone knew the Third Prince cherished talents immensely.

As long as someone is valuable and talented, even if they offend him temporarily, it doesn't matter, he's the most approachable prince.

This character.

Has also allowed him to gather a large number of confidants.

Baiyu watched all this, following the group onto the Purple Cloud ship.

Both being Legendary Ships.

The setup of the Purple Cloud was vastly different from Erza.

Big purple crystal gems adorned the ship's body, and even inside, it was magnificently luxurious and grand.

Inside the meeting room.

An attendant opened the door.

Four people were already waiting inside.

Three men and one woman.

One of the men appeared much older, with messy whiskers, exuding the dispirited aura of a middle-aged recluse.

The other three were about Baiyu's age.

Two men donned traditional attire, with flowing robes and sashes, embodying the feel of ancient scholars. The woman was similarly dressed.

Behind the three.

Each carried a fly sword of a deep black hue.

They were likely forged from unique alloys.

Everywhere on their bodies emanated spiritual energy, quite striking. Clearly, these three carried numerous magical items, or extraordinary materials.

As expected from those from significant places, bona fide big shots.

Because Baiyu was extremely interested in Eternal Sleep City, he observed these people very carefully.

Of course.

Apart from the Third Prince, the four's attention also fell on Baiyu.

And with good reason.

Among those following the Third Prince, apart from him displaying the unique aura of the Royal Family, the others were largely surrounded by blood qi, indicative of having slain many Exotic Beasts and exotic races, combined with a strong cultivation suppressing the blood qi, making it easy to discern.

But Baiyu's aura was not in line with theirs.

If a term had to be used, it would be clean.

The spiritual air released by Baiyu was so exceptionally clean it was enviable.

Not a single hint of pollution or distortion could be detected.

It's known.

Whether cultivating blood qi, or entering a sequence, one would more or less acquire mysterious traces.

Pollution.

This is something almost every Extraordinary experiences.

As long as it's not excessive, it won't pose a major problem.

"Rain Master, the last time we met was on the exterior sea; I didn't expect years would pass so quickly, and you remain as charismatic as ever."

The Third Prince sat down.

"Your Highness, you're jesting, we elders only prolong our lives day by day, struggling to survive; the future belongs to you."

The middle-aged man replied with a smile.

Then his gaze swept across the meeting room to everyone, "Everyone please sit, I've just surveyed around Maple Leaf County, this matter isn't as simple as it seems.

To resolve it.

We must plan thoroughly."

The group of generals remained stationary.

The Third Prince said, "Rain Master is a senior from Eternal Sleep City, in handling Demons and Simulation Realms he's far more experienced than me. You must focus on following Rain Master's orders."

After Shangguan Zi spoke.

The group of generals finally sat on the chairs in the meeting room by batch.

Due to limited seats, some still had to stand.

"Baiyu, come over here."

Shangguan Zi pointed to the seat next to himself.

Rain Master was slightly taken aback.

He already noticed something special about this person, but didn't expect him to be a confidant of the Third Prince, or perhaps not, for there was no subordinate relationship between the two.

Could it be...

Rain Master knew Shangguan Zi had a feminine aura and couldn't help but think of other possibilities.

"Rain Master, Baiyu came from Zenith City, experienced the outbreak of the initial war, and knows a lot of information. You may inquire with him if anything's unclear."

The Third Prince said.

The Rain Master looked over, "Brother Bai, could you recount the situation in Zenith City at that time, a more detailed version?"

Baiyu nodded.

In truth, the experience wasn't complicated.

He mainly recounted his experiences in the Endless World, the abrupt changes, and the final transformation of Zenith City.

Everything happened too abruptly, catching everyone unprepared.

Rain Master frowned after listening.

"Giants attacked Steam City, then the Bishop of Eternal Church used the Divine Descent Technique?"

He contemplated these words repeatedly, eyes flicking with brilliance, "This incident might involve the God of Steam and Mechanics, seems I must attempt it even at risk."

After finishing.

He stood up, looked at Shangguan Zi and said, "Third Prince, I can pave a pathway into Maple Leaf County, but I cannot advance alone, I need to leverage your strength."

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