Last night, thunder and lightning filled the sky, and the cross-border gate was opened again, bringing forth a creature that seemed to come from mythology. This made Li Yi start to realize that the second Sky Tipping event might soon arrive; this time served as a warning, but when the real Sky Tipping event occurred, more than one gateway would be opened.
Countless gates would be opened then, and no one knew how many mythical creatures and terrifying beings would invade Earth.
All that was known was that then Earth would no longer be suitable for habitation; the only option would be to cross into another world and seek a new home.
Just like moving house.
However, all Li Yi could do over the next few days was diligently cultivate. Worrying about external changes was useless at the moment; only by becoming strong could he control his future.
He wasn’t the only one thinking this way.
Over this period, Lin Yue, Zhao Lingfu, and Lv Jue stayed at the training base, working hard at their cultivation. They took turns using the Mysterious Object Cultivation Room, arranging their cultivation schedules reasonably to push their strengths even further. However, as Spiritual Beings, Lin Yue and Zhao Lingfu didn’t see especially noticeable improvements in their cultivation, whereas Lv Jue, Fang Hang, and Zhao Xiaoxiao were still trying to overcome the influence of illusions.
Lin Yue did not point out any shortcuts for them, as it would reduce their chances for refinement and be detrimental to their cultivation values.
Of course, everything had pros and cons. Taking a shortcut to successfully break out of the illusion using Li Yi’s method also benefited Lin Yue, allowing her to start using the Mysterious Object Cultivation Room earlier for her cultivation.
Another three days passed.
Early that morning, Li Yi opened his eyes and woke from his Meditation. If he remembered correctly, he was to join a cross-border mission that afternoon; it was time to make some preparations.
"It’s a pity, these six days of cultivation didn’t break me through to the Spiritual Realm, but I’ve almost accumulated enough Qi-Blood. I’m only one acupoint away from advancing to the Refining Realm again. When I open all nine acupoints, my strength will reach its peak once again," he thought.
Li Yi took a deep breath, stretched his limbs, and then performed a set of Combat Skill techniques to feel out his body’s condition.
But this period of cultivation wasn’t without gains; at least his physical condition had improved. Previous hidden health issues and sequelae had disappeared along with the evolution of his body. Additionally, his sensitivity had greatly increased, becoming continuous rather than intermittent, allowing him to sense danger and circumstances in advance.
Clearly, Li Yi had taken another step toward breaking through to the Spiritual Realm.
But now he could not continue his cultivation; he needed to pack and make some preparations.
Li Yi took a shower, changed into his familiar Qiu Dragon Skin clothes, and packed a backpack with necessary items such as nutrient fluids, Resurrection Pills, personal clothing, and even a Mud Horse, just in case it would be needed. However, he didn’t bring the Hanging Man Spear. Although it was a mighty weapon, continuously wielding it drained too much of his energy, so he chose to leave it in his room.
The stock of big medicine from the Four Seas and Eight Continents was nearly depleted, otherwise, bringing more would have been beneficial.
After finishing his preparations, Li Yi carried his backpack downstairs.
By then, everyone had gathered downstairs again. They knew Li Yi was about to depart and had specifically rushed over from the training base to see him off.
"Li Yi, be careful on this cross-border mission. When you return, remember to tell me about the other world. I want to know what it’s truly like. If possible, bring back some local specialties," Lin Yue said with a smile.
Zhao Lingfu jokingly added, "Maybe Li Yi will bring a beauty from the Otherworld back with him."
"That’s a great idea, especially since dowries are high in Tianchang City. Maybe the Otherworld won’t need a dowry, haha," Zheng Gong said, laughing.
"If Li Yi really brings a beauty back, that’s on his own merit, and he’ll have someone to look after him in life. We can’t expect Sister Lin to look after him every day," Lin Yue added indifferently. "But I doubt anyone would want to come to Earth right now. Just a few nights ago, another small-scale Sky Tipping event occurred. They say another mythical creature has invaded and hasn’t been found yet."
"Yes, it’s getting more and more unsafe here, so crossing borders is absolutely necessary. I hope you have good luck this time, Li Yi, and find a peaceful world," said Zhao Lingfu.
Li Yi responded, "I’ll try my best. However, while I’m away, I hope Sister Lin can take good care of things here."
"Don’t worry, I’ll take care of everything here," Lin Yue assured him. "But right now, isn’t Zheng Lan already doing a good job? She has been able to take care of your parents very well."
Honestly, an ordinary person helping out with his parents was much better than she could do.
At least she wouldn’t notice his mother’s presence.
As long as the presence went unnoticed, there would be no danger.
"Zheng Lan has indeed been a great help to me. If I ever find a safe world, I will definitely take her with us. Then, everyone can cross borders together and live in a new world," Li Yi said.
Upon hearing this, Zheng Lan suddenly smiled; her mood became very joyful.
She hadn’t expected to have a spot in the future cross-border mission. It seemed her recent hard work and efforts were worth it. She would need to work even harder in the future and not slack off or let her guard down.