Chapter 393: No flying
After all members of the Cui race passed through the portal, it was the turn of the Silent Forest race to enter the Divine Sky Realm.
A long line began to form, starting with the mortal-level inhabitants who walked with faces full of curiosity, followed by their cultivators who remained vigilant.
Despite coming from different races, their expressions reflected the same emotions—wonder, awe, and a slight disbelief toward the new place they had stepped into.
Without much commotion, they immediately boarded the transport buses that had been prepared. The advanced machines glided smoothly, carrying them toward the heart of this realm—the Tree of Life Source.
Whispers of amazement filled the journey, but no one dared to voice their thoughts aloud.
Meanwhile, the last two figures to step out of the portal were Meng Hao and Tauriel.
Meng Hao stepped out of the portal with steady movements. As soon as his feet touched the portal platform, his gaze swept across the entire area.
Fresh air filled his lungs, carrying a scent he had never experienced before—a blend of pure energy and an indescribable freshness. Slowly, his expression changed.
"Far beyond expectations..." he murmured, taking a deep breath.
He had heard much from Elder Wen about the Divine Sky Realm, but hearing about it and witnessing it firsthand were two entirely different things.
This world was unlike any other place he had visited in the cosmos.
Whenever a new realm merged with the cosmos, it usually took thousands of years to achieve a stable balance. However, the Divine Sky Realm already seemed to have a perfect order from the very beginning.
Tauriel, standing not far from him, was also observing her surroundings. Her sharp gaze swept across the vast landscape, capturing every detail that caught her attention.
"Refreshing," she commented briefly.
Without much movement, her divine sense spread like invisible waves, exploring every corner of the Divine Sky Realm.
Everywhere she looked, she found structures that surprised her—Sky Towers towering high, scattered across various regions, radiating such powerful energy that even she felt a subtle pressure.
However, what intrigued her the most was a colossal tree standing majestically in the distance—the Breath of Nature Tree.
Her eyes narrowed as she noticed its resemblance to the Sacred Tree in her own Silent Forest Realm.
Tauriel couldn't suppress her curiosity. "Interesting..." she murmured softly. This realm was more than just an ordinary place.
After assessing the surroundings, Meng Hao glanced at Elen, who stood gracefully beside Ming Zhao. With great respect, he stepped forward and bowed slightly. Your next chapter awaits on My Virtual Library Empire
"Good morning, Princess Elen. Thank you for welcoming us," he said in a polite and controlled tone.
Elen responded with a slight nod and a professional, faint smile.
"It's not a big deal, sir. Please..." she replied, maintaining a neutral yet friendly demeanor.
As a representative of the Divine Sky Realm and Lein's envoy, she understood that her actions reflected the authority of the entire region. There could be no gaps in her composure.
Tauriel, standing beside Meng Hao, also observed her actions. Her expression showed slight hesitation as she nodded toward Elen.
"Greetings, Miss Elen. I am Tauriel. Apologies for arriving uninvited," she said, her tone carrying a hint of tension.
Even though Elen was merely a grandmaster, Tauriel couldn't shake off the sense of wariness within her.
The aura of the girl before her felt mysterious—as if something was hidden beneath her gentleness and calmness.
Elen regarded Tauriel for a moment before finally offering a faint smile.
"It's not a big deal, Miss Tauriel. A guest of Lord Aleron is our guest as well. The Divine Sky Realm welcomes you. Please, proceed."
The relaxed yet confident response left Tauriel stunned.
There was no pretense in her tone, no hidden intentions behind her words. Elen was truly unfazed by her presence.
In fact, there was not even the slightest hint of fear or excessive reverence—something Tauriel was accustomed to receiving from others, including those weaker than her, such as Ming Zhao and Meng Hao.
"Interesting..." Tauriel mused inwardly, her eyes glinting. Her curiosity about the Divine Sky Realm deepened.
Meng Hao gestured with his hand, signaling Tauriel to follow the group heading toward the transport buses that had been prepared. However, Tauriel remained in place.
"Go ahead. I won't be taking that vehicle," she said casually.
There was no arrogance in her voice—just a simple statement. For her, boarding such a vehicle was unnecessary.
Without much thought, she gathered her energy. The air around her vibrated subtly, and her aura began to concentrate to lift her body into the air.
However, something strange happened. No matter how much energy she exerted, her body remained grounded, as if an invisible force was pressing her down.
Tauriel's forehead creased. "What is the meaning of this?" she asked in confusion.
She did not sense any barriers or external forces preventing her from flying.
Ming Zhao stepped forward with slight concern.
"Miss Tauriel, within the teleportation area, flight is prohibited," he explained cautiously, worried that Tauriel might take offense.
Tauriel turned to him, her eyes narrowing in suspicion.
"Prohibited? Why don't I sense any energy restrictions?"
Elen, who had been silently observing, finally spoke in a gentle tone.
"If Miss Tauriel wishes to fly, you only need to pass through that gate. Once outside the teleportation zone, you are free to move as you please."
Tauriel looked in the direction Elen indicated. A large gate with a faint glow stood several meters away from them. Now she understood.
The Divine Sky Realm did not use ordinary energy barriers but a far more advanced and invisible system.
A small smile played on her lips. "Truly fascinating..." she murmured softly before walking toward the gate without further words.
Tauriel seemed to understand Elen's point and gave a slight nod. Without saying much, she immediately strode toward the gate mentioned earlier.
Many eyes were fixed on her—from the newcomers to fellow members of the Silent Forest race. But she ignored them all. To her, their attention was nothing more than passing wind.