Chapter 708: Chapter 708: 709

Kraken was skeptical about the altar’s significance; he couldn’t believe that a mere altar possessed such energy. If the thing really could bridge two realms, the cultivators of today wouldn’t still be striving so hard in their cultivation; they would have already opened a channel to the Upper Realm by now.

However, having heard that several Half-step Human Immortals had jointly witnessed it, his stance wavered a bit. Although he didn’t know any old beggars or the Vice Leader of the Aolai Country, he knew Li Xiaobai wouldn’t waste time on such an idle joke.

Staring intently at the altar beneath the magma, could it be that what the other party said was true?

“This is no fairy tale. To activate this altar, a massive amount of resources are needed, only the essence of extremely dense Spiritual Power can successfully start it, which is why it has been covered in dust for years.”

“Now the Second Leader of the Aolai Country has already gone to various places in the Immortal Spirit Continent to investigate, attempting to uncover all the altars hidden on the Mainland. It’s only a matter of time before the altar is activated. Even if the cultivators of the Upper Realm don’t open the channel, we will also figure out a way to enter.”

“After all, the chance to go to the Upper Realm is what all of us cultivators dream of,” Li Xiaobai said indifferently. Activating the altar was imperative; as soon as he obtained the Immortal Spirit Qi, he would set his sights on a higher world.

“This…”

“If this is true, then I must get out of here and make a name for myself in the Upper Realm!” Kraken began to believe in the altar, as Li Xiaobai’s expression didn’t seem to be feigned. There really was a second path that led directly to the Upper Realm, and it was easier, simpler.

“Mentioning this to Senior is also to seek advice. What purpose might the powerful beings of the Upper Realm have in approaching us, the cultivators of the Lower Realm?” Li Xiaobai asked.

“That’s easy. Born into this world, it’s all about power. These two aspects apply anywhere. If I were a great power of the Upper Realm and got hold of such an altar that can communicate with the Lower Realm, I would certainly use this opportunity to invade on a grand scale, conquer the Immortal Spirit Continent in one fell swoop, transforming it into my personal backyard to freely take resources and enslave all beings. Wouldn’t that be delightful?” Kraken said matter-of-factly, for the strong and weak will never share common ground, and cannot coexist peacefully. If the two sides came into contact, there would only be one outcome: the big fish eats the little fish, the strong annex the weak. This simple truth he had understood since he could remember.

“Hiss, does Senior mean to say that the Upper Realm might indeed be harboring ulterior motives towards the Lower Realm?”

“If that’s the case, this altar isn’t a blessing but a calamity!” Li Xiaobai clicked his tongue secretly. If what the Sea Clan big shot said was true, wouldn’t a super expert from the Upper Realm simply annihilate the Immortal Spirit Continent upon arrival?

“Having ulterior motives is certain, otherwise why would they eagerly chat with you?”

“However, the more powerful the being, the more limitations they have. I suspect that although the powerful in the Upper Realm are strong, they cannot easily come in person, otherwise they would have come down and wiped us out a long time ago.” Kraken spoke slowly, his long life and ample experience granting him clarity.

“That should be the case.” Li Xiaobai nodded continuously, agreeing with his view.

“Kid, I’ll leave this altar here. On the day it opens, I intend to cause a great slaughter in the Upper Realm!”

“Finally, I’ve found a way to break free from this prison. With this, even the Old Dragon King won’t be able to hold me captive. You mustn’t tell him about this!” Kraken warned.

“Senior, rest assured. I am now the son-in-law of the Eastern Sea Dragon Palace, and when the time comes, I will surely release Senior,” Li Xiaobai said with a faint smile.

“You’re the son-in-law of the Eastern Sea? Then why are you here?” Kraken asked with surprise.

“Because the Old Dragon King is afraid I’ll run away, so he has confined me here. I will be released before the wedding day.”

Kraken: “…”

“You’ve shared this earth-shattering secret with me, and I won’t forget it,” Kraken said.

“Thank you for your generous affection,” Li Xiaobai said.

“Young Master Li, seeing as we are now united front, could you possibly free me from these bindings?” the Kraken said with a chuckle.

“With my modest abilities, I’m afraid I can’t help you, senior. Besides, it’s actually good for you to be on the pillar—it’s the perfect way to use these flames to drive away your Frost Qi,” Li Xiaobai said cheerfully as well.

I’ll be damned…

The Kraken rolled his eyes in exasperation, silently cursing Li Xiaobai’s ancestors for good measure.

Drive away the Frost Qi?

Are those the words of a human?

Why don’t you get tied up there to drive away the Frost Qi then?

“That’s alright. I quite enjoyed our conversation, Young Master. In fact, there’s something I’ve kept buried deep in my heart and have never spoken of to anyone else. Today, feeling a kinship with you, I can’t help but want to share it. Please don’t mind my droning on,” the Kraken’s small eyes spun around as he spoke in a calm and indifferent tone.

“Please speak, senior. I will keep your secrets,” Li Xiaobai said, his curiosity piqued.

“Actually, I’m a bit of a clean freak. I’ve always detested seeing any sort of trash or clutter around.”

“And so?”

“So I’ve always found that piece of yellow trash stuck on the stone a bit of an eyesore. Would it trouble you, Young Master Li, to remove and dispose of it for me?”

A shrewd gleam shone from the Kraken’s small eyes as he looked at Li Xiaobai hopefully.

Following the direction the Kraken indicated, Li Xiaobai saw a piece of Yellow Talisman Paper stuck to the bottom of the pillar. Intricate and mystical patterns crisscrossed on it, and it faintly radiated a complex and unfathomable energy.

He immediately sneered, “Senior, that is clearly a talisman used to suppress you. Trying to deceive me into freeing you is dishonest!”

“You brat, I’ve already handed that fragment over to you. Don’t you feel even the slightest obligation to reciprocate?”

“I am almost five hundred years old, a poor old man. Don’t you have a shred of compassion in your heart?” the Kraken asked, a flash of annoyance in his eyes.

“Heh, senior is in his prime, at an age of vigor and unmatched elegance. There’s no need to be so modest,” Li Xiaobai retorted lightly.

“Furthermore, the information about the altar is a secret among secrets. The fact that I have shared everything with you already shows my sincerity. However, not only are you ungrateful, but you also attempt to deceive me. This is simply unethical in martial conduct,” Li Xiaobai said indifferently, realizing that despite a month’s absence, the Kraken hadn’t changed its sly nature.

“I’ve already learned the secrets of the altar. Freeing myself is merely a matter of time.”

“You little twerp, I no longer need you. You can scram!” the Kraken’s voice turned cold, his displeasure evident from being humiliated twice in front of this youngster.

The scene fell silent.

Li Xiaobai remained quiet, soaking in the magma and quietly accruing Attribute Points.

A few minutes later.

The Kraken asked, puzzled, “Why haven’t you left yet?”

Li Xiaobai: “The Celestial Prison is too chilly; I’m taking a hot magma bath to drive away the Frost Qi.”

Kraken: “…”