metaverse evolution.

However, due to his distrust of the Heavenly Emperor, Chu Fei escaped from the encirclement of the Chaos Beasts and immediately found an escape spaceship, speeding away to flee.

Chu Fei finally breathed a sigh of relief after the escape spaceship entered faster-than-light travel, and only then did he begin to pay attention to the faint spiritual light in his consciousness space.

When Chu Fei came into contact with the spiritual light, he received some information:
This is a communication request that can be communicated directly through the Cosmic Brain, forming an "external plug-in".

Upon seeing this information, Chu Fei was shocked—this thing was actually designed for the Cosmic Brain.

The Cosmic Brain structure is unique to Big Data cultivation. Anyone who can design "spells" specifically for the Cosmic Brain must be a cultivator who has practiced the Cosmic Brain!
Chu Fei recalled that when he first came into contact with this super Pixiu, the other party had mentioned that it had cooperated with the Yanhuang civilization.

After a brief hesitation, Chu Fei first set up a secure isolation zone, and then attached the ball of spiritual light to the cosmic brain. The program automatically decompressed and released some program code.

These "program codes" were rather "old," but there wasn't a big problem. Chu Fei compiled them briefly and successfully mounted them.

Then Chu Fei sent a signal: Hello.

The signal was sent out, but there seemed to be no response. Chu Fei wasn't worried; he knew there would definitely be a delay in signal transmission, and he didn't know where the signal had been sent to.

Only then did Chu Fei begin to study the "kernel" of this communication program.

The core is simple; the only truly advanced aspect is its quantum communication, but that's nothing special for the current Ascending Dragon Palace. According to Chu Fei's understanding, this core can only transmit within the current world and cannot communicate across dimensions.

So, where was the signal sent? Was it first sent to the Chaos Beast, and then relayed by the Chaos Beast to the outer battlefield?

While Chu Fei was thinking, more than half an hour passed before a signal finally came back: "Hello, Chu Fei, let me briefly introduce our current situation."

My name is Zhao Weiguang, and my cultivation level is approximately 22.0. We are the "Seeking Light 007 Squad," which set out in 2415 of the Fourth Era to explore the extraterrestrial battlefield. When we set out, we had 2766 members.

The battlefields beyond our borders were vast and dangerous, and we encountered unimaginable perils. At the time, the entire "Light Seekers" team consisted of 12 squads, totaling 3.4 people. After over a century of exploration, only our squad, 007, remained, and we gradually took in some survivors from the other squads.

During our exploration, we unexpectedly discovered the mythical Pixiu, a creature that had been hunted. We bravely attempted to approach it, and immediately hit it off. The Pixiu provided force, while we offered wisdom and strategy, and gradually we gained each other's trust.

In the year 2446 of the Fourth Age, we finally found a stable base and began to settle down. At this time, we had only 5114 people left. All the Light-Seeking Teams should have been reduced to just us.

At this time, we learned that there were powerful individuals who had been exiled. This seemed like an opportunity, and we informed the Yanhuang Federation headquarters of the news.

Afterwards, adhering to our original principles, we went into hiding after completing the initial exploration of the extraterritorial battlefield, secretly developing and accumulating strength, as one of the branches of the Yanhuang civilization, waiting for the call.

However, later, I received another message from the Yanhuang Federation, saying that the Yanhuang Federation had already disintegrated. That should have been in 2956, while the Yanhuang Federation disintegrated sometime after 2700, though the exact date is unknown.

We were confused for a long time, but in the end we stuck to our established plan. We developed quietly, and our population continued to increase. To further increase our population, we also adopted genetic engineering and related bioengineering technologies.

Later, relying on the power of the Pixiu, we made contact with many elites of the Yanhuang civilization, but some of them had changed, which forced us to hide even more deeply.

Actually, after the Chaos Beast entered this world, we discovered the Dragon Ascension Palace and you. We observed for a long time before deciding to make contact.

According to our timeline, it should now be the year 5947 of the Fourth Era, more than three thousand years after the disintegration of the Yanhuang Federation.

However, the spacetime in the other world is not smooth, and time is not conserved, so the time error should be quite large; a preliminary estimate is that the error could reach 5%.

There was more information afterward, and after reading it, Chu Fei felt a faint sense of admiration. Although Zhao Weiguang's explanation was simple, Chu Fei could recall the dangerous situation they had faced:

Zhao Weiguang's team suffered more than half its casualties, and during their escape, they discovered the Pixiu, who was also fleeing.

At that time, Zhao Weiguang and the others' cultivation levels had just exceeded 16.0, with very few reaching 17.0, just enough to move around unaffected in the inner world. Now, encountering a Pixiu at least at the Quasi-Saint level, they negotiated with the eagle-like Pixiu, despite being mere ants, and surprisingly, they reached an agreement!

This message also explains a problem—the Yanhuang Federation went all out to penetrate the extraterritorial battlefield, broke open a prison of exile, and released the powerful individuals inside. It turns out that the message was delivered by Zhao Weiguang and others.

This intelligence was most likely discovered by the Pixiu, and even the attack methods were provided by the Pixiu.

Of course, the Light-Seeking Team wasn't the only one exploring the Inner World at the time; there were many other teams as well. But the contributions of Zhao Weiguang and others should not be overlooked.

From this information, Chu Fei learned that Chu Lei's mother's name was Xiao. Later, for convenience, it was changed to "Xuanxiao". One character, one syllable, was indeed inconvenient to use.

However, Chu Fei still had one question: why was Chu Lei in the dimensional space of Flying Tiger City?

After thinking for a moment, Chu Fei raised this question.

After waiting for another half hour, or 38 minutes to be exact, a message came back explaining why Chu Lei appeared—at that time, the Pixiu "Xuanxiao" was being chased, and the little Pixiu had just been born and could not hide its aura, so it had to be sent away.

To escape the pursuit of powerful figures, the only option is to leave the inner world and enter the outer world. However, random teleportation is too dangerous, and one might not be able to find it again later. Fortunately, Zhao Weiguang knows the coordinates of Yunlong Star.

When they sent them away, they found that the dimensional space was more hidden and safer. However, for the development of the cubs, they needed to choose a stable dimensional space that was almost safe and had certain resources. Such dimensional spaces were extremely rare, with only a few on the entire Yunlong Star. In the end, they chose one randomly.

Chu Fei's encounter with Chu Lei certainly had an element of luck.

However, in this new information, Zhao Weiguang also said that perhaps there is a connection between their energies and their destinies. Just as massive celestial bodies attract each other, those with abundant energies and destinies will also attract each other—probably.

As for what exactly luck is, it still cannot be fully explained. So, when there's a problem, people attribute it to luck, and whether you believe it or not, you can't refute it.

Chu Fei roughly accepted this explanation. Sometimes it's like that; a little doubt makes it seem more real. If there were no doubts at all, it would seem very fake.

After reading all the information and thinking carefully for more than ten minutes, Chu Fei thought for a moment and then asked another question—the relationship and origin of the Pixiu and the Chaos Divine Beast.

This time, it took more than forty minutes to get a reply, and the answer was still Zhao Weiguang.

"The Chaos Divine Beast is probably what you call it in the current Heavenly Realm. Their real name should be translated as 'Chaos Devouring Beast'."

This is a life form born from chaos. There are many such beings in chaos. Most are born in chaos and die in chaos, polluted by chaos, living a muddled and ignorant life without intelligence.

Later, a powerful figure discovered that this Chaos Devouring Beast possessed a wondrous ability: it could devour the foundations and laws of other cultivators, forming a Chaos Treasure within its body that could be used for cultivation.

These Chaos Devourers were then captured and modified in large numbers, giving them some intelligence.

However, some Chaos Devouring Beasts have developed true intelligence for various reasons.

It could be due to its birth environment, something it unintentionally devoured, problems during the modification process, or the accumulated fortune of its race. In any case, the modified Chaos Devouring Beasts have developed sentience.

Moreover, these Chaos Devouring Beasts that have developed intelligence naturally possess leadership abilities over the mindless Chaos Divine Beasts, and these leadership abilities are almost absolute. Even if ordinary Chaos Devouring Beasts are modified and controlled by powerful individuals, this influence cannot be completely eliminated.

These Chaos Devouring Beasts that have developed sentience are the Beast Kings. Zhao Weiguang and the others previously referred to these Chaos Devouring Beasts that have developed sentience as the "Chaos Beast King Clan".

The name "Pixiu" was given to Chu Lei by you (Chu Fei), and Chu Lei brought it back. The Chaos Beast King Clan has now officially changed its name to 'Pixiu'.

After reading this information, Chu Fei blinked. So, he was the one who offered up the name "Pixiu".

After learning about the origin of the Pixiu and the situation of Zhao Weiguang and others, Chu Fei asked, "So what can I do now? Or rather, how can we cooperate?"

This time, Chu Fei briefly explained his situation: He had already surpassed the threshold of 24.0 in his current peak level of Big Data cultivation, but there were still many problems. He was currently seeking the Heavenly Book in the hands of the Celestial Emperor of the Immortal Court. At the same time, Chu Fei sent a compressed file with a brief introduction to the Big Data cultivation framework.

This compressed file has no practical value for cultivation; it's more like a directory used to check the current status of the cultivation method. It has a somewhat boastful feel to it.

But Chu Fei also has the right to boast. In any case, Chu Fei has ultimately pushed the cultivation system and technology system of the Yanhuang civilization to the edge of civilization, and is now beginning to move towards "logic technology".

On the other hand, Zhao Weiguang only said that his cultivation had "approximately" advanced to the 22.0 level, which sounded unconvincing and gave off the vibe of a slacker.

The escape spaceship was moving at high speed, but the quantum communication technology was truly amazing. Although this "communication plug-in" technology was a bit outdated at the moment and the communication delay was a bit large, Chu Fei and Zhao Weiguang's communication was still relatively smooth.

Based on the current speed of the escape spaceship, it will take Chu Fei about four years to return to the Ascending Dragon Palace, giving him ample time to communicate with Zhao Weiguang.

Zhao Weiguang has only made contact with Chu Fei so far. As for what he wants to do, he hasn't really thought about it yet.

Or rather, he had some plans beforehand, but after seeing Chu Fei's performance, Old Zhao was at a loss for words. He thought he was a senior figure, but it turned out he was a slow learner who had to start early, and yet he was still too slow.

Zhao Weiguang couldn't obtain the advanced cultivation techniques that Chu Fei needed. Although he had Pixiu, most Pixiu were born that way, possessing some bloodline inheritance but lacking written transmission. At most, he could provide some model of laws, but Chu Fei no longer needed those.

Zhao Weiguang wanted to discuss the strategic arrangements for the Chaos Beasts, but Chu Fei said that this needed to be handled by professionals after they returned. Chu Fei didn't understand military matters, so he shouldn't act recklessly.

In their recent conversation, Chu Fei and Zhao Weiguang discussed cultivation techniques, with Chu Fei mostly guiding Zhao Weiguang in his practice.

The practice of big data is not afraid of leaks, and although we haven't met Zhao Weiguang, based on the information we have now, he is trustworthy.

Of course, given the divide between two worlds, Chu Fei still kept a backup plan; one can never be too careful. Regarding the content for Big Data Cultivation 24.0 and above, Chu Fei provided some general outlines, which looked good but lacked crucial details.

Anyway, Zhao Weiguang is only at the 22.0 level, and he's completely faking it; he hasn't even transcended the tribulation yet. Now, Chu Fei providing some 22.0 level information should be enough.

On the other hand, Zhao Weiguang didn't tell Chu Fei everything; he didn't disclose some crucial information, such as their current location, technological level, and population size.

In this dangerous world, everyone approaches each other cautiously, afraid of hurting each other and being hurt by each other, and each other's ability to bear risks is limited.

As Chu Fei cautiously approached, a song came to mind: "Unfortunately, I have no sheepskin to wear, only a military uniform."

During their conversation, more than two years passed in the blink of an eye. Chu Fei had already run out of the Xuan Yang Domain and caught up with Huang Youlong and the others' escape spaceship. They finally reunited.

Chu Fei explained the situation of Zhao Weiguang and Pixiu to everyone. Then Huang Youlong and Zhao Weiguang communicated, mainly about military deployment.

The more than three hundred Chaos Divine Beasts that entered Changqingtian, also known as "Chaos Devouring Beasts modified by top-level experts", have already possessed considerable intelligence, but are still affected by "Xuanxiao".

It only has an impact; it cannot be directly controlled, otherwise it would be exposed.

As a result, Huang Youlong gave the Chaos Divine Beast advice on how to conquer the Xuan Yang Domain more efficiently.

Chu Fei was dumbfounded.

After offering his advice, Huang Youlong explained that the saints of Changqingtian were not as weak as they appeared; they still wanted to counterattack the Chaos Beast. The solution was simple: make their attacks less predictable.

They can launch a collective attack, or surge forward like waves, or launch an attack arbitrarily and without any pattern. They can suddenly retreat to attack other celestial domains, or turn back halfway—although the target this time is the Xuan Yang Domain, it does not affect the tactical arrangements.

This underhanded and malicious method will never expose the "Xuanxiao" behind it!
After Huang Youlong finished speaking, he clicked "send".

Chu Fei seemed to be deep in thought. If he could put pressure on these saints, then the Ascending Dragon Palace would be "needed," much safer, and they could also take the opportunity to demand a higher price!
Chu Fei's final sprint severely injured a Chaos Divine Beast. If it weren't for the subsequent changes, and if the Heavenly Emperor's avatar had seized the opportunity, it would most likely have been able to kill the Chaos Divine Beast.

This victory gave Chu Fei enough confidence to demand more cultivation techniques information.

39 minutes later, Zhao Weiguang replied: "It can be arranged. It is expected to begin after you return to the Rising Dragon Palace, which is two years from now. Remember to send me a message after you get back."

Then there was no further information, and this exchange seemed to have come to an end.

But Huang Youlong immediately sent a message, "After discussion, we are prepared to provide you with technical support. However, there are many technical issues involved, and we are unsure about your local environment, technical foundation, and whether you have any urgent problems or difficulties that need to be resolved."

Huang Youlong began to investigate the other party's background.

This time, it took more than two hours for the news to come:
"We are located in a desolate place where life-sustaining materials such as metals, energy, water, and carbon are extremely scarce. There is only endless yellow sand. Our current living environment is comparable to that of Martian colonists. Those below 10.0 can only stay in the base."

Because of insufficient moisture, we dare not use nuclear fusion technology; we are currently using nuclear fission technology. However, nuclear raw materials are extremely scarce.

Furthermore, there are many strange creatures here, or rather, 'strange' things, so we need powerful investigative methods.

Some of these "strange" entities were left behind by powerful beings at the level of gods or golden immortals, and cannot be killed by ordinary means; special methods are required.

The desolate land was described in detail later, and Zhao Weiguang began to reveal his assets. However, they had already established a basic level of trust through their interactions over the previous two years.

"A desolate land?"

Chu Fei couldn't help but sigh as he looked at the information. The living conditions of Zhao Weiguang and the others weren't just bad, they were extremely bad!

Based on the information and data, this place is basically another Mars, and it lacks metal resources.

This desolate land can be considered a nebula environment of the inner world. It contains remnants of creation, traces of ancient battlefields, and even fragments of shattered celestial realms. Here, chaos reigns, laws are broken, space is uneven, and time is unbalanced.

The desolate lands also contain the remnants of powerful souls who died, and various curses and so on.

Despite its many drawbacks, the desolate land has one advantage—the secrets of heaven are obscured, making it very safe to hide here. Complete safety is impossible, but it's far safer than the outside world.

But because of its "safety," this place is also a breeding ground for filth and evil; perhaps your neighbor is a near-saint level demon.

The desolate lands are not a single place, but rather like scars scattered throughout the entire inner world, appearing everywhere.

The place where Zhao Weiguang and the others are now is one of the more decent wastelands—the environment is harsh, but it's considered good among wastelands.

After reading the information, Chu Fei replied to the other party: Next, the Rising Dragon Palace will prepare a complete set of "high-tech solutions" based on the environment of the wasteland.

It's about finding a solution, not just throwing some technology at people. This takes time and requires countless researchers to work together. We've tentatively set a five-year timeframe.

After sending the message, Zhao Weiguang did not respond. This exchange thus came to an end. The next exchange would probably be two years later—after Chu Fei and the others returned, they would send a message to Zhao Weiguang, and then Pixiu Xuanxiao would secretly control the Chaos Divine Beast (Chaos Devouring Beast) to change the rules of battle.

{This chapter filled in quite a few plot holes, yay!} (End of Chapter)