Although Ye Wushuang’s consumption of resources was unbelievably extravagant, the very fact that he could absorb all those resources into his body was itself a unique and extraordinary ability.
Remember, those resources were enough for several prodigies to cultivate all the way to the Supreme Realm.
If piled together and used on someone else, they could likely produce a Supreme Realm expert stronger than most.
Yet, when these same resources were poured into Ye Wushuang, they only elevated him to the Heavenly Immortal Realm.
That Ye Wushuang’s body could contain such a vast quantity of resources made the Divine Dragon Empress truly wish she could see just how he managed it.
Of course, that was impossible.
Nevertheless, her recognition of Ye Wushuang’s potential grew stronger.
“Regarding your future cultivation resources, our Divine Dragon Empire will definitely provide them. You don’t need to worry about that!”
“However, the process might take a little time. You may need to wait a while.”
“Thank you, Your Majesty!”
Hearing the Divine Dragon Empress’s words, Ye Wushuang expressed his sincere gratitude.
He could sense her genuine intention to provide him with resources and help him increase his strength.
However, he also knew that such waiting could take a very, very long time.
So, he decided to voice the thought on his mind to the Empress.
“But, relying solely on the resources within the Divine Dragon Empire might prove insufficient.”
“Therefore, I’ve decided to venture out to search for resources.”
“Search for resources? Where would you go? You must know that resources across the world are essentially already claimed by others. Finding unclaimed resources would be extremely difficult.”
“I’m naturally aware of that. That’s why I plan to seek out some bandit strongholds, some heretical or demonic factions. I’ll… procure some resources from them, and at the same time, temper my own realm through combat.”
Ye Wushuang’s words were quite euphemistic. To put it bluntly, he intended to go out and plunder.
He planned to rob bandits and raid heretical sects.
He wanted to accumulate enough resources through such methods.
Admittedly, this approach would yield resources quickly. However, upon hearing it, the Divine Dragon Empress immediately objected.
“Seeking resources from bandits and demonic factions? No, that’s far too dangerous!”
“It’s fine. As long as I don’t provoke any truly powerful entities, I should be okay. Although I’m currently no match for a Supreme Realm expert, I am confident I can escape from one if needed.”
Ye Wushuang’s “Lie” Secret Art contained laws of speed. His velocity could be considered peerless in the world.
Coupled with the violet energy he cultivated, even at the Heavenly Immortal Realm, he had confidence in fleeing from a Supreme Realm powerhouse.
It was precisely because of this confidence that he considered plundering resources from those bandits and sects.
But then, the Divine Dragon Empress raised a point Ye Wushuang hadn’t anticipated.
“With your current strength, you certainly can’t afford to provoke any top-tier major powers.”
“What you can deal with are only minor factions, petty bandits.”
“Compared to other powers, these minor factions and bandits are not only weaker in strength but also possess fewer resources.”
“Given the amount of resources you currently need, you’d probably have to raid about fifty such minor factions to meet the requirements for your next breakthrough.”
“The time required just for gathering intelligence and scouting locations would likely take several years. And the process would be filled with many unknown dangers.”
“So, wouldn’t it be better for you to stay within our Divine Dragon Empire a while longer? Further enhance your own strength first. Once you possess absolute power, then you can travel the world freely.”
Ye Wushuang’s current strength wasn’t formidable enough yet, so the Divine Dragon Empress naturally didn’t want him taking such risks.
What she hoped for was to focus all efforts on nurturing Ye Wushuang, cultivating him to his utmost potential.
However, she also knew that relying on the Divine Dragon Empire’s current capabilities, it was probably impossible to nurture him all the way to the Supreme Realm.
But before that point, she was still willing to help him reach the Immortal King Realm, or even the Immortal Emperor Realm, giving him the ability to protect himself.
Thus, the Divine Dragon Empress was now trying her utmost to persuade Ye Wushuang to stay.
Hearing her words, Ye Wushuang fell into thought.
He knew the Empress’s reasoning made sense, but in his heart, he also didn’t want to burden the Divine Dragon Empire any further.
After all, the resources he required were simply too vast.
As Ye Wushuang pondered, the Divine Dragon Empress spoke again.
“Don’t go. Give me three months. Within three months, I will definitely obtain enough resources for you.”
“Even if I can’t get you directly into the Supreme Realm, I, your Empress, will at the very least ensure you enter the Immortal King Realm.”
“So, why not advance one more realm first before considering venturing out? Besides, I still have some other cultivation methods I haven’t finished learning yet!”
In her effort to keep Ye Wushuang, the Divine Dragon Empress, a rare occurrence, voiced a personal request.
Hearing this request, Ye Wushuang hesitated only briefly before no longer objecting.
“Alright. Then I’ll trouble Your Majesty.”
Ye Wushuang knew that gathering the cultivation resources he needed again within three months would undoubtedly be an immense challenge.
For the Divine Dragon Empress to be willing to do this, she would have to overcome numerous difficulties.
Because of this, he felt exceptionally grateful towards her.
If not for the Divine Dragon Empress, he wouldn’t have had so many opportunities.
Hearing Ye Wushuang’s agreement, the Divine Dragon Empress, almost as if guided by some strange impulse, said:
“You… you don’t have to call me ‘Your Majesty’ anymore. You can call me ‘fellow Daoist’.”
“Or… you could just call me by my name. Call me Ruyan.”
After saying this, the Divine Dragon Empress’s face quickly flushed.
From the past until now, she had never allowed any other man to address her with such intimacy.
Only Ye Wushuang received such treatment.
Of course, after saying this directly to Ye Wushuang, the Empress also felt her face burning.
However, Ye Wushuang didn’t seem to feel much about it.
“Alright. From now on, I’ll call you Fellow Daoist Ruyan.”
“Fellow Daoist Ruyan, since we still have to wait a few months, how about I teach you another cultivation method? This method contains the power of rules.”
“If you master it, whether in combat or… making a swift exit, you’ll be able to remain undefeated!”
“Ah? Learn a method now? I… perhaps I should come back in a couple of days to learn it?”
“I still have some matters to attend to in the imperial court.”
“Since Fellow Daoist Ruyan has affairs to handle, please deal with the court matters first. Come back in a few days, and I’ll teach you in detail then.”
“Okay! Okay!”
In truth, the Divine Dragon Empress was more than willing to listen to Ye Wushuang’s teachings. Not only would it allow her to spend time with him, but she could also learn profound techniques.
For her, this was entirely a great boon.
However, to gather the cultivation resources Ye Wushuang needed within three months, she naturally had to take action.
She decided to mobilize troops to attack the surrounding realms and seize their resources.
