237: Dark energy

Ji Mo was also sizing up the other party. From their attitude and demeanor,

he could tell that this person was most likely not some cunning, heinous villain.

This made him feel a little relieved.

"Ji Mo, the first Genius since the Plane's inception. Even in an Advanced Plane, he would be an unrivaled Prodigy, and he's only around 20 years old."

The old man muttered to himself, liking Ji Mo more and more the more he looked at him.

"Plane Lord, hello!" Facing such a powerful individual, Ji Mo bowed slightly in respect.

"Tsk tsk, truly remarkable. To have achieved a Saint Body at such a young age is an unprecedented feat in our Plane.

Even in those Advanced Planes, such individuals are as rare as Phoenix feathers and Qilin horns.

A three-inch Sword Soul, achieving such a feat at this age, is also a top-tier accomplishment."

The Plane Lord continued to examine him, as if he had discovered an invaluable treasure.

Ji Mo felt uncomfortable under the gaze and had to interrupt the other party.

"Plane Lord, I heard from Senior Master that you are the number one person in this Plane. I am but a junior with limited strength, so I wonder why you summoned me."

"Number one person, heh," the Plane Lord chuckled self-deprecatingly.

"What's the point of being a king in our low-level Plane? In an Advanced Plane, we're still inferiors, to be manipulated at will."

"Just like that Blood Slaughter Blade Emperor, how arrogant and domineering he was in our Plane. Besides me, he didn't put anyone in his eyes. Now, isn't he just a dog for others in an Advanced Plane, being ordered around?"

"Pfft," Ji Mo couldn't help but laugh. He never expected that the arrogant and domineering Blood Slaughter Blade Emperor would be called a dog by the Plane Lord.

"I know there's an irreconcilable hatred between you and Blood Slaughter. Don't worry, that guy wanting to become a God is just wishful thinking. An Lan failed back then, so why should he succeed?"

This Plane Lord was becoming increasingly informal, like an old mischievous child, which made Ji Mo's heart feel more and more at ease.

"Hmm, I've never taken him seriously. Sooner or later, I'll take him down."

Ji Mo was also full of heroic spirit now, having already planned his future Cultivation path.

As long as he successfully obtains the Opportunity, he will no longer fear anyone in this Plane.

"Plane Lord, let's get down to business. What exactly do you want from me?"

At this, the Plane Lord put away his childlike expression and became extremely serious.

"I called you here because there's something that truly requires your help. It's not just you; I've also cultivated a group of young powerhouses.

This matter is not just for me, but for our entire Plane, and all of you will receive unimaginable benefits."

These words made him frown. He wasn't swayed by the benefits; high rewards often meant high risks.

"Plane Lord, I must state first, if this matter exceeds my capabilities, please forgive me, but I cannot agree."

"Come, Master and Ji Mo, you two sit down as well. We'll talk slowly, and I'll explain everything in detail."

After the three sat down, the Plane Lord looked directly at Ji Mo,

"Young friend Ji Mo, you must understand that achieving God Rank in our low-level Plane is an extremely difficult matter, even harder than a near-death experience. To exaggerate, it's a certainty of death."

"Ah!" Ji Mo was startled, then he paused again.

"Plane Lord, didn't they say that Blood Slaughter Blade Emperor had taken half a step and was about to become a God?"

"Hahaha!" The Plane Lord laughed heartily, then his face showed bitterness.

"Become a God? Become a God my ass. Unless someone gives him a Divine Spark. To say he took half a step is even more ridiculous.

That's just comprehending a trace of Divine Rule at the Nine Heavens Peak and integrating it into himself.

His strength has indeed increased, but to say he's becoming a God is pure nonsense."

"That Blood Slaughter can only show off his might in this Plane. In an Advanced Plane, he's just a beggar, fawning over the powerful, begging them to bestow some Opportunity upon him.

But to rely on that to become a God is simply unrealistic."

At this point, the Plane Lord suddenly became solemn.

"Becoming a God not only requires a Breakthrough in cultivation, but also a special kind of energy. This energy cannot directly enhance one's cultivation.

Its main function is to purify Spiritual Qi, improve the quality of the Plane, and raise the growth limit of living beings. This last point is especially important.

Imperial Rank cultivators need to Cultivate for a long time in an environment rich in this energy to subtly change themselves."

"This energy is called — Dark Energy."

Ji Mo finally understood the Plane Lord's meaning and tentatively asked:

"Plane Lord, you're not asking me to..."

"Yes, that's right. I'm asking you to find this energy to strengthen our Plane, so that our Plane can also give birth to God Rank powerhouses. This would be a deed that benefits generations."

Ji Mo couldn't help but curl his lips. What did this have to do with him? To work hard for others' benefit?

However, he was very curious why he was chosen.

"Plane Lord, what is my cultivation level? Although I can fight across ranks, I'm still far from you Peak powerhouses. Wouldn't it be easier for you to go than us?"

"Hahaha~" The Plane Lord laughed heartily,

"Young friend, you are not familiar with the situation in Advanced Planes."

"Let me tell you this cruel truth!

Don't think that after the Imperial Rank, you can freely travel between Planes and casually move to an Advanced Plane.

Advanced Planes are very exclusive towards low-level Planes. The people there treat us like pigs and dogs. To settle in an Advanced Plane, you must have a profound background.

Or pay a huge price, and still pay tribute every month and year, like a tenant. Blood Slaughter is like this.

Furthermore, these tenants have significant restrictions. Many Opportunity lands are completely inaccessible to people from our low-level Planes. It's quite exclusive."

"Under such difficult conditions, where even survival is hard, do you think we can still obtain this Dark Energy?"

When speaking of the people from Advanced Planes, both the Plane Lord and Master showed indignation on their faces.

"Plane Lord, if you put it that way, I can't go either! My strength isn't enough, I have no wealth, and I'm not connected."

Facing Ji Mo's question, the Plane Lord chuckled.

"Excluding the above two methods, there is a third, which is a method many low-level Planes place their hopes on.

That is to find young Geniuses to participate in the assessments of those Sect forces in Advanced Planes. If they pass, they can remain in the Advanced Plane as Sect Disciples."

The Plane Lord and Master both had burning gazes, as if their eyes were spitting fire.

"Ji Mo, you are only around 20 years old, and with your talent, those assessments will not be difficult for you at all. Those major forces will surely compete for you."

"Huh? Plane Lord, you called me here to join a major force?" This result was beyond Ji Mo's expectation.

"Plane Lord, your meaning is for me to first pass the assessment, choose a faction, and then slowly search for the Dark Energy, right?"

The Plane Lord showed an approving look.