Chapter 723: Chapter 718: Old Mu
"We must still be cautious. The methods of the Evolvers are enigmatic and unpredictable, with much higher priority. In case there’s any means to disrupt space or prohibit transmissions from the Spirit Realm..."
"Such means of space disruption certainly exist. However, I must go on this journey to the Silver Heart Continent."
Bai Pu said, "Gray Fox and the others think that Earth has installed weapon systems, but in fact, it hasn’t. At that time, I merely activated two of the Earth propulsion system’s particle thrusters aimed at the conference hall."
While particle thrusters can indeed unleash a flow of spiritual particles, their primary function is not to inflict damage but to generate powerful thrust, akin to the launchers of chemical fuel rockets in the Common Era.
Although particle thrusters possess lethal power, much like how a rocket launch releases a massive amount of exhaust onto the ground, creating a shock wave and causing destruction.
The spiritual energy shock wave emitted by the Earth’s starship’s particle thrusters could cause casualties among the Awakened but might not be effective against the Evolvers.
Bai Pu felt a pressing sense of urgency; he needed to quickly find protection for Earth. A single layer of spiritual energy protective membrane from the starship might fend off Gray Fox’s small starship, but it undoubtedly could not withstand the more powerful Burning Ash Organization.
"When you go to the Silver Heart Continent, do not easily reveal your identity as the Earth Captain."
Speaker Wan instructed, "If someone from Burning Ash discovers you, they might set up a killing plot against you. Without you, Burning Ash could capture Earth without bloodshed."
"I understand," Bai Pu said solemnly. "It’s just that my energy strength is rather conspicuous."
With an Enhanced Lord Level energy strength, he’s regarded as a super genius among Tier One Awakened, which is quite rare even on the Silver Heart Continent.
Once discovered, he would become the center of attention.
"In the secret library, there’s a National Destiny-level artifact called ’Qi Concealment Talisman.’ Using it, you can disguise yourself as a low-powered ordinary Awakened. With the priority of a National Destiny-level artifact, you won’t be discovered unless a top-level Evolver deliberately uses reconnaissance skills on you."
Speaker Wan said, "The Qi Concealment Talisman can be used three times, and each use lasts for about ten days. Use it as you see fit."
National Destiny-level artifacts themselves surpass Tier One, and the Qi Concealment Talisman excels at concealing presence. With the Qi Concealment Talisman, only a top-level Evolver could see through Bai Pu’s disguise. But which top-level Evolver would bother using reconnaissance skills especially on Bai Pu?
According to prior intelligence from Ox Demon, top-level Evolvers on the Silver Heart Continent are not common, and their living areas rarely intersect with lower-level Awakened and ordinary people.
Just like Bai Pu on Earth, he usually moves among the Western Capital Central Council, Boundary Land, and Spirit Realm—ordinary people have no chance to see him.
...
The blue halo in front gradually faded away, the feeling of weightlessness disappeared, and the scene stabilized.
Bai Pu stepped through a grand and magnificent Star Gate.
This place is one of the five super cities of the Silver Heart Continent—Lingshu City.
Of course, this is only the outer city.
A layer of transparent barrier enveloped the area near the Star Gate. The reason the transparent barrier was visible to the naked eye was due to the faintest flow of cryptic runes on its surface.
The exit of the barrier was a metal gate similar to Earth’s security checks. On both sides of the metal gate stood two Lingshu City guards, both in uniform, making it hard to discern their strength level.
Each traveler emerging from the Star Gate took out Silver Dragon Coins to pay before passing through the metal gate, entering the outer city.
It was soon Bai Pu’s turn.
"Three hundred Silver Dragon Coins, or three Lower Grade Spirit Crystals."
Seeing Bai Pu’s delay in making a payment, one tall guard spoke impatiently.
"I don’t have any Silver Dragon Coins, can I pay with spiritual points?" Bai Pu asked, relaying his words via the Thought Translation Device he wore.
"First time to the Silver Heart Continent?" The tall guard surveyed Bai Pu, "We don’t accept spiritual points here; only Lingshu City’s Central Bank can exchange spiritual points for Silver Dragon Coins."
The shorter guard added, "Do you have any friends or relatives on the Silver Heart Continent who can pay for you remotely? Without paying, you can’t leave."
"Well... I really don’t have any." Bai Pu did not expect he couldn’t even exit the Star Gate Barrier.
"Strange, you, a low-level Awakened, with such weak power. What are you doing here without friends or relatives on the Silver Heart Continent?" The tall guard said, "I bet you don’t even have a Spirit Avoidance Pattern. Right now, the Star Gate Barrier is shielding you from the spiritual particle suppression of the Silver Heart Continent. What will you do once you exit the Star Gate Barrier?"
Suddenly, someone behind Bai Pu spoke, "Young man, what planet are you from?"
Bai Pu turned around to find a middle-aged uncle, with the power of a mid-level Awakened, also wearing a Thought Translation Device, with a plain and honest appearance.
The tall guard evidently knew the middle-aged uncle, saying with a smile, "Old Mu, you’ve been to the Illusion Wood Star for supplies again? What’s the unique merchandise this time?"
The middle-aged uncle named Old Mu, like Bai Pu, had black hair and eyes. He respectfully greeted the tall guard, "This time, indeed I went to the Illusion Wood Star. Never mind the common goods, but there are two types of spirit plants valuable to Evolvers, ’Starlight Orchid’ and ’Illusion Heart Lotus.’ If you have time, do visit my shop for a viewing."
"Starlight Orchid? How many leaves?" The tall guard asked with interest.
"Eight leaves." Old Mu replied, seemingly satisfied.
"Eight leaves? I’ll have to take a look, then." The tall guard showed a genuine interest.
The short guard also chimed in, "Old Mu, you’re really shrewd and know what we need. If your Illusion Heart Lotus has three transformations, save one for me; I’ll guarantee the price will please you."
Old Mu nodded with a smile. After chatting with the two guards, he turned back to Bai Pu and asked again, "Young man, you look similar to me, so I can’t help but ask, what planet are you from?"
"I... I am from Sea Blue Star (Earth). Sea Blue Star underwent a catastrophe, and I escaped to the Silver Heart Great World aboard a Quasi-General’s flagship."
Bai Pu’s statement contained half-truths, carefully crafted by him.
First, Bai Pu had no knowledge of other spiritual ability planets in the Silver Heart Great World; a reckless lie could easily be exposed, so he could only honestly say he was from Earth.
However, the story of Earth’s invasion by the Sea Race, and the escape of a Quasi-General manufacturing starships, could be verified.
When Uncle Mu mentioned a "similar look," he probably referred to their shared traits of black hair and eyes, not similar appearances.
Upon hearing Bai Pu’s words, the tall guard nodded, "This did happen; recently, many Earth Awakened starships have arrived."
The middle-aged man "Old Mu" appeared delighted, saying, "You’re also from Earth? Are you Huaxia? We are fellow countrymen. I came during Spiritual Year 785, following my elders. It’s been over twenty years now."
