Qin's Kingdom had ascended to Starlight Level 5, and its civilization had achieved a Civilization Leap, transitioning into the Sword Immortal Civilization.
This fantastical Immortal Cultivation Civilization naturally sparked curiosity throughout the kingdom. Soon, countless citizens began accepting inheritances and embarking on cultivation.
Within just three days, individuals with prior foundational knowledge and exceptional talent had already familiarized themselves with the new cultivation methods and grasped the rudimentary Sword Controlling Technique.
Across the azure sky, streaks of sword light now streaked across the horizon.
Riding these luminous swords were youths as young as fifteen or sixteen, as well as elders in their seventies and eighties, both men and women. The sight was truly awe-inspiring.
"This... this is the civilization of immortals!" Gandalf murmured.
Li Yuanli proudly declared, "Indeed, Gandalf Chief! These are the fruits of my and Your Majesty's journey to the Immortal Sword World!"
Gandalf nodded, his gaze lingering on the sky for a long moment. His voice carried a somber weight as he spoke.
"Your Majesty must have suffered greatly on this journey," Gandalf remarked.
Qin Yi's gaze remained impassive. "It wasn't particularly arduous. I merely crawled through the myriad realms of mortal existence."
"The Immortal's Way civilization is the most arduous path for cultivating one's spirit. They place immense importance on mental fortitude. Your Majesty's journey must have transformed you greatly," Gandalf sighed.
The trio strolled leisurely through the capital of Qin's Nation, Qin Yi guiding Gandalf to reacquaint himself with the realm.
Decades had passed since their last visit. While Qin's Nation had undergone significant changes, many ancient structures remained intact, preserving a sense of familiarity amidst the unfamiliar. The city bore the indelible marks of history.
Qin Yi and Gandalf found themselves in a similar position, their memories of their own homeland somewhat hazy.
As they walked together, treating their exploration as both a reacquaintance with the world and a leisurely tour, they found a peculiar charm in this shared rediscovery.
Qin's Nation had become irrevocably immersed in the Immortal Cultivation civilization.
From eight-year-old children to centenarian elders, everyone was enthralled by Immortal Cultivation, burning the midnight oil each night until their eyes were bloodshot.
The Qin Nation was rapidly developing as it underwent its Civilization Leap.
As time passed, this nation would undergo earth-shattering transformations. Immortal Cultivation required time, and one could imagine how many powerful Sword Immortals would emerge within this vast King's World after a decade or several decades.
Gradually, as dusk approached, the trio reached their destination, and Gandalf had gained a comprehensive understanding of the kingdom's development.
Qin Yi's eyes flickered with newfound insight, observing aspects he had previously overlooked.
"Your Majesty, do you perceive any shortcomings in the Kingdom?" Gandalf suddenly asked as they sat by the lakeside in the heart of the capital, Qin City.
The crescent moon hung like a hook in the sky, its reflection shimmering on the rippling waters of the lake.
"Indeed," Qin Yi nodded. "Though our civilization has advanced to the Sword Immortal stage and the lifespans of our people have been extended, I've realized that birth, aging, sickness, and death remain unavoidable."
The real world isn't two-dimensional. Even the most powerful individuals are still susceptible to illness. In fact, with each Civilization Leap, bizarre new diseases emerge, a phenomenon he had never noticed before. No matter how advanced his civilization became, no matter how many leaps it took, he couldn't solve the problem of health.
Back on Earth in his previous life, disease had been a persistent headache for human civilization, plaguing all of humanity. Even after curing one disease, new ones would inevitably arise, making complete eradication impossible.
To his surprise, Qin's Nation, while not yet severely affected, was already showing signs of this very phenomenon.
"Even the Immortal Cultivation system cannot eradicate disease," Gandalf explained. "It can only prevent it."
"When it comes to understanding illness, the human body is best understood through scientific and technological systems!"
"From what I understand, Your Majesty, in your father's Divine Nation, various civilization systems are intertwined yet perfectly integrated, forming a powerful entity capable of wielding unparalleled strength!" Gandalf added.
Qin Yi nodded, fully aware of this.
As he ventured into more and more worlds, the diverse realms would inevitably merge, giving rise to increasingly complex problems. Disease was merely one such problem, and perhaps the most commonplace.
"Even the Cultivation's Way civilization has its flaws," Gandalf continued. "Its reliance on innate comprehension is far too demanding."
"The cultivation process itself is also remarkably cumbersome, requiring exceptional talent."
"Your Majesty, have you ever considered that the people of your Kingdom will still die?" Gandalf asked.
Qin Yi paused, then nodded.
Indeed, even he, having reached the Alchemy Dao realm and attained great longevity, was still mortal. Moreover, the Immortal Cultivation system's progress slowed drastically in its later stages, making it increasingly difficult to reach its ultimate limits.
"In truth, I have a suggestion," Gandalf murmured.
"Mr. Gandalf, please speak freely," Qin Yi replied.
"Have you noticed that many stable worlds are structured around three core points?"
Gandalf smiled and began to explain.
"Three points?" Qin Yi asked, puzzled.
"Exactly. Take the Immortal Sword world you entered earlier as an example. Its most crucial elements are also three points: the Heavenly Realm, the Human Realm, and the Ghost Realm," Gandalf said.
Qin Yi paused, then realization dawned.
"You mean I should divide Qin's Nation into three such points?"
"Precisely. Three points form the most stable structure in the universe. This arrangement inherently reinforces the world's stability, making it virtually indestructible."
"World Domains with complete systems are inherently more resilient than those with a single, isolated realm, aren't they?" Gandalf said with a smile.
"The living, the powerful, and the dead, each should occupy their own realm. This is the optimal arrangement."
"Your father controls countless worlds, but the core framework of his Divine Nation relies on these three points. As long as these three points remain unbroken, his Divine Nation will be impregnable!"
"The living grow stronger, and even in death, they endure. With this cycle, the Kingdom will only grow stronger, never weaker!"
"But in the current Qin's Nation, whether they die of illness or in battle, every death diminishes our strength."
"This is a fatal flaw."
Gandalf's words struck Qin Yi like a revelation.
'The Three Realms... This is the classic Three Realms setting! Such a structure ensures the world's cyclical balance, allowing life to flourish eternally. Yet his own King's World, despite its Civilization Leap, lacked a destination for the dead.'
"In other words..." Qin Yi began slowly, his eyes clearing.
"I need to create an entirely new world next, to make my Kingdom complete and stable?"
Gandalf nodded.
"Precisely. This barren celestial body must first be made whole. Then, your primary task will be to solidify the world's framework!"
Qin Yi understood immediately, his thoughts sharpening into clarity.
Replenishing the planet was no longer a problem. As a Starlight Fifth-Tier civilization, conquering a world one tier below them would be effortless.
"Gandalf, you truly are my guiding star!" Qin Yi exclaimed with a laugh. "This King can't do without you."
With just a few simple words, Qin Yi knew exactly what needed to be done next:
Perfect the Three Realms, Heavens, Earth, and Humans, and establish a fully functioning Divine Kingdom!
If successful, even though its foundation would still be far weaker than those of colossal worlds, it would have a solid foundation for peaceful development.
Then, even if powerful cosmic enemies attacked, the Divine Kingdom could maintain its stability, preventing a near-apocalyptic crisis like the last one.
Furthermore, this foundation would serve as the cornerstone for future expansion and continuous growth, allowing the Kingdom to flourish and become mighty.
(End of Chapter)
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