Xia Tian thought for a moment before answering Zhu Yuhe. "You guys should choose your rooms first, and I'll go to the nearest town with Xiaoyan to determine my next plans."
"I'll go with you two, husband." Bai Yinyue immediately followed Xia Tian and Huang Xiaoyan out.
Liu Ying and the others hurriedly chose their rooms, but they didn't need to worry about furnishings, especially since all the rooms in the Moonlit Mansion were fully furnished.
Han Shuo brought his disciple, Qin Qing, to inspect the area around the mansion while installing some additional protection to secure the surrounding area.
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"Welcome to Xiangshan City." The guard spoke after Huang Xiaoyan paid some spiritual stones.
Xia Tian immediately led the two women to enter the city, but the guards on duty there seemed jealous of him, especially because of the beauty of Huang Xiaoyang and Bai Yinyue.
"That young man is really lucky."
"That's true! He has two beautiful women by his side, and the purple-haired one is truly powerful."
"Alright! Stop, you two! Stop looking at them!"
"Yes, sir!"
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Even though it's a small city, Xiangshan City is one of the trading cities of the Luoying Continent, primarily known for its local crafts and small-scale industries. The city is divided into several districts, where merchants sell foods, equipment, textiles, vegetables, and food ingredients. Small workshops and factories occupy the outskirts of the city, producing goods for both local use and continental trade.
Xiangshan City's population is not large, and most work as merchants, craftsmen, traders, livestock breeders, and farmers. However, the number of farmers and livestock breeders in the city is much greater, especially since the city is surrounded by many fertile areas and naturally flowing rivers.
Similar to the Seven Stars Worlds, not all residents of Xiangshan City are cultivators, particularly those who are unfortunate enough to be born without spiritual roots, which is a fundamental requirement for becoming a cultivator.
Although the Nine Clouds World is one of the planets in the upper realms, there are still many cultivators with cultivations in the Nine Mortal Realms, and their numbers far outnumber those who have reached the Seven Divine Realms.
Even so, the number of cultivators whose cultivation has reached the Seven Divine Realms is also quite large. Xia Tian discovered that approximately 30% of the population in Xiangshan City had reached that stage, and some of the strongest among them were close to reaching the final stage.
"Husband, explain to me about the Seven Divine Realms." Bai Yinyue hugged Xia Tian's arm as she looked at the people watching them from both sides of the street.
Huang Xiaoyan ignored the stares and hugged Xia Tian's other arm, making them jealous of him.
"The Seven Divine Realms, huh." Xia Tian muttered to himself before starting to explain to Bai Yinyue about each stage of the realm.
The first stage of the Seven Divine Realms is the Divine Awakening Realm, which is the stage of cultivation where a cultivator soul transcends the limitations of a mortal soul and upgrades it into a Divine Soul, breaking free from mortal limitations and attaining a state of semi-divinity. The soul becomes stronger and more resilient, and the cultivator becomes capable of perceiving divine spiritual energy as a cultivation source.
The second stage is the Divine Transformation Realm, where a cultivator's soul experiences metamorphosis and evolves into a higher, transcendent being. When a cultivator reaches this stage, he or she will gain extraordinary spiritual power, higher perception, and a natural resonance with spiritual energy.
The third stage is the Divine Lord Realm, where the cultivator's soul and spiritual power reach a level where they can control large-scale spiritual energy and influence the environment around them. They have high resistance to spiritual attacks and can exert authority over lesser cultivators.
The fourth stage is the Divine King Realm, where a cultivator's soul and energy have reached a level of profound influence. They can manipulate vast amounts of spiritual power, and their combat power far surpasses that of ordinary divine cultivators, making them a dominant force in conflict.
The fifth stage is the Divine Emperor Realm, where a cultivator's body, soul, and spiritual energy have achieved near-perfect synchronization and refinement. Their physique is incredibly strong, resilient, and responsive, capable of withstanding incredible physical and spiritual attacks. Their reflexes, speed, and awareness are heightened far beyond normal limits, and their cultivation allows for rapid recovery from injuries and energy depletion.
The sixth stage is the Divine Saint Realm, where their bodies and souls undergo a fundamental transformation. Their physiques are no longer merely strong or resilient, but they have surpassed normal limits, able to withstand extreme force and maintain peak performance under any circumstances. Their souls are elevated and purified, able to handle high-level spiritual attacks without strain. Their energy flow becomes more natural and efficient, enhancing every movement, attack, and defense.
The seventh stage is the Divine Ascension Realm, where a cultivator's body and soul have fully matured and refined. A cultivator's body and soul have reached incredible levels of resilience, strength, and flexibility, allowing them to withstand extreme pressure and energy surges without injury. At this stage, a cultivator will begin preparing to break through to a higher realm beyond the Seven Divine Realms.
"So, what are the other stages after the Seven Divine Realms?" Bai Yinyue asked.
"Haha." Xia Tian laughed softly as he rubbed his first wife's hand. "Our cultivation hasn't even broken through to the Seven Divine Realms, so why must you ask about stages that are still beyond our reach? When we reach the Divine Ascension Realm, I'll explain the details about those stages to you."
"Yeah." Bai Yinyue nodded slightly. "Are you thinking of opening a shop or a restaurant here, husband?"
"I think opening a shop or a restaurant in this city would be a great idea, Tian." Huang Xiaoyan pointed to one of the buildings, which was filled with people waiting in line. "Look at those people! They're willing to wait in such long lines just for worldly goods. If you sell your wine here, I'm sure the line at your shop will be even longer, and you can rake in their spiritual stones."
Xia Tian looked at the building. "Let's take a look at that shop first."
- To Be Continued -