At Haotian City Square, under the watchful eyes of the crowd, Lu Ye spoke: "Regarding the matter of the upper realm, the younger generation doesn't actually know that much, I can only share some of the things I know right now, and I ask for your understanding."

After carefully considering the wording, he continued: "The cultivation of our cultivators should be summarized into two steps: one within the domain and one outside the domain. The situation of cultivation within the domain needs no elaboration, as all of you seniors are already aware, the cultivators of the Nine Provinces now face the cultivation outside the domain."

"However, the cultivation of cultivators is closely related to the domain they are born in. If the domain lacks depth and level, it will not allow the group of cultivators to leave the domain and venture into stellar space. This is both a form of restriction and protection of the domain towards cultivators."

Wuchang was puzzled: "What do you mean?"

Restriction he could understand, because until now, regardless of how high they fly, Divine Sea Realm cultivators cannot leave the Nine Provinces World. Often when they reach a certain extreme altitude, they cannot fly any higher.

As for protection... they had never felt it before.

"Because the stellar space is filled with countless extremely dangerous energies that are completely invisible. These energies are omnipresent and are something that Divine Sea cultivators cannot withstand. So if any Divine Sea cultivator were to recklessly drift into the stellar space, they might die within moments."

Everyone became tense upon hearing this, especially those who had attempted to fly out of the Nine Provinces, secretly rejoicing that their attempts had failed. Otherwise, if they had truly rushed out of the Nine Provinces into the stellar space, they would have surely died.

From this perspective, the fact that Divine Sea cultivators cannot leave the domain is indeed a form of protection by the domain.

"Therefore, if Divine Sea cultivators wish to advance further, they must first obtain the power connecting them to the stellar space. Only after advancing to the next realm can they freely roam the stellar space. Recently, the depth of the Nine Provinces World has been increasing, and many seniors might feel their bottleneck, which has been limiting them for years, beginning to loosen. Some seniors may have even attempted breakthroughs, but I must advise you that breaking through now will not succeed and is not the best timing. Only after acquiring the power to connect with stellar space can a true breakthrough be made, allowing one to roam freely in the stellar space."

Immediately, someone asked: "How can one obtain the power to connect with stellar space?"

Lu Ye said: "Specifically, I'm not sure how to obtain it yet, but it is most likely related to our domain. As an aside, domains, like cultivators, can grow. However, the growth of cultivators is through various forms of cultivation, while the growth of a domain is by absorbing the invisible forces everywhere in stellar space. Essentially, every intact domain is in a state of growth. Additionally, devouring the depth of other domains is a faster way to grow, and this is indeed the case for our Nine Provinces right now. When the accumulation of a domain's depth reaches a certain level, a Heaven's Augury may appear, and at that time, you seniors will naturally know what to do."

Wuchang, sitting across from Lu Ye, gave him a glance, uncertain whether Lu Ye truly didn't know or knew but couldn't say.

But the answers received were already clear enough, making it unnecessary to dig further.

"Let's talk about the realms above Divine Sea." Lu Ye paused for a while and continued, "Earlier, I mentioned that the cultivation of our cultivators is divided into two steps. The first step is within the domain, the second step is outside the domain. Inside the domain, the four realms are Spirit Stream, Cloud River, True Lake, and Divine Sea. These form the lower four realms. As for outside the domain, according to what I know, there are three realms, namely Constellation, Moon Jade, and Sun Blaze, which form the upper three realms. In ancient times, these seven realms were collectively referred to as the lower four and upper three."

Everyone listened attentively, with no one questioning how Lu Ye learned about the realm division of ancient times. As Wuchang said, Heaven's Augury often provides Lu Ye with special insights, so that he knows things unknown to the world seems quite normal? Until this moment, a new door to the path of cultivation slowly opened before the Nine Provinces cultivators, stirring hearts and igniting the bloodline.

"The cultivation of cultivators ultimately focuses on themselves. The cultivation of the lower four realms involves the cultivation of Essence Qi, and this remains true for the upper three realms. The three realms of the upper realms correspond to a person's Essence Qi, such as the Constellation Realm, which corresponds to a person's essence. The essence's vitality lies in blood Qi; strong blood Qi leads to a strong body. This aligns with the key point of breaking free from the domain and stepping into stellar space, as only with a sufficiently strong physique can one qualify to navigate the stellar space. It is said, well, merely said, that a Constellation Realm cultivator can even regenerate limbs."

Upon hearing these words, the entire audience was in an uproar.

Limb regeneration is too vague and is absolutely unattainable for Divine Sea Realm cultivators, as the current Nine Provinces realm lacks such heavenly treasures with this effect.

Cultivators often worry about incurring irreversible injuries in fights, but if limb regeneration is possible, many restrictions can be ignored, making battles more dangerous.

This news indeed caused excitement and longing, especially among cultivators who have sustained losses in battle, who inevitably yearn for the possibility to compensate for their deficiencies by reaching the Constellation Realm.

Lady Moon's serene voice drifted from a certain direction: "As you said, the Constellation Realm corresponds to a person's essence, so does the Moon Jade Realm correspond to a person's Qi, and the Sun Blaze Realm to a person's spirit?"

"Indeed so! If the lower four realms are about the cultivation of Essence Qi, then the upper three realms are about their expansion and extension. Cultivation ultimately aims to refine oneself to the utmost."

Everyone silently nodded, aligning with the principle of cultivation, which is focused on the individual. Therefore, in various schools, sects like Beast Taming and cover armorers are destined not to flourish because they rely too much on external force. Of course, some can achieve high levels, but these are rare exceptions and do not represent the entire sect.

"Once reaching the Constellation Realm, isn't everyone then physique cultivators?" someone asked.

According to Lu Ye, the Constellation Realm is about expanding and extending a person's essence, so what is the significance of other sects?

"Naturally, it won't be that simple. However, what kind of mysteries lie within, and how each faction's own beliefs will be challenged during the upper realm process—those are things a junior like me doesn't know. But once you all ascend to the upper realm, you'll naturally understand. However, one thing I do know is that physique cultivators find it relatively easier to break through to the Constellation Realm from the Divine Sea Realm compared to cultivators of other factions."

With these words, all the physique cultivators present beamed with delight, and Long Bai laughed heartily: "Kid, this old man hasn't read much, so don't try to trick me!"

"Naturally, I wouldn't deceive the City Lord on such matters."

It seems history is repeating itself.

After the last insect disaster, the celebratory banquet ended abruptly following Lu Ye's revelation of major news. There's a similar trend this time around.

The difference is, the previous banquet eventually turned into a mobilization before the Nine Provinces war, while this one resembles a symposium.

A symposium led by Lu Ye.

Among the Divine Sea Realm cultivators present, regardless of age, cultivation level, or background, everyone had various questions about the upper realm. Over the next period, people continually asked questions.

Lu Ye could only explain as much as possible. Although he had learned many things unknown to most during casual talks with Number Nine, his knowledge was still limited, and many things he couldn't answer.

Yet no one felt it inappropriate; if the celebratory banquet ended abruptly, so be it. For cultivators, nothing is more important than the upper realm.

Nowadays, the foundation of the Nine Provinces is increasing, making cultivation easier for Divine Sea Realm cultivators. Who wouldn't aspire to advance further?

Until half a day went by and there were no more questions left to ask, the Divine Sea Realm cultivators finally let Lu Ye off the hook; they seemingly realized that Lu Ye had exhausted his knowledge.

Lu Ye finally enjoyed a bit of leisure, but the Divine Sea Realm cultivators remained busy, still gathering in small groups discussing the various possibilities for the future.

Everyone was particularly enthusiastic about how cultivators could acquire power in line with the stellar space since Lu Ye hadn't provided a clear answer on this matter.

The celebratory banquet lasted for three days and nights, concluding amidst excitement and anticipation.

Many cultivators dispersed, and Lu Ye returned to the Righteous Blood Sect headquarters with the sect master, along with Wuchang.

Lu Ye sighed: "Senior, you've finally returned to the Nine Provinces; why not visit some old friends instead of following a junior like me?"

Wuchang chuckled: "At my age, I don't have any old friends left except those old folks at the Righteous Blood Sacred Land. I'm an independent cultivator with neither sect nor affiliation, wherever I go is home. Why not visit your Righteous Blood Sect? Are you not welcoming me?"

"Welcome, welcome, how could we not welcome you?"

Lu Ye roughly understood his intentions, thinking perhaps by following him, Wuchang might learn more information, as he'd said, in the domain of Nine Provinces, wherever he went was home, with no relatives or friends to visit. Instead of wandering aimlessly, it was better to stay by Lu Ye's side.

Thus, the Righteous Blood Sect gained a guest.

For the Righteous Blood Sect, this was actually a good development, as many disciples interested in pursuing the path of Ghost Cultivation could follow Wuchang's teachings.

The cultivation of Righteous Blood Sect disciples had always faced a somewhat awkward issue—the lack of a teacher.

This was unlike other big sects, where upon entry, disciples often have teachers from various factions specifically guiding and instructing them. Although the Righteous Blood Sect had developed well over the years, it still lacked suitable teaching candidates.

This is a common drawback shared by many developing sects; it's not that self-guided cultivation doesn't work, but having someone to teach on the cultivation path is always more convenient.