Global Abyss: My Skills Can Enhance Infinitely

“Young talents who’ve appeared on the Human List are as numerous as fish crossing a river, but few can truly break through to the Outer Realm; most have to rely on water mill labor.”
Tao Yu looked at the three people, gaining more insight into the gap between the Nine Orifices and the Outer Realm in his heart.
Lan Ke had barely made it onto the Human List in the past but was stuck at the Nine Orifices, unable to advance.
Normally, even a pig can open the Nine Orifices by accumulating resources, but the step to the Outer Realm can indeed block many prodigious talents.
“Greetings, owner.”
Gong Youwei, the strongest among them, although his eyes were somewhat fierce, was quite courteous, not relying on his age, and was the first to bow with hands clasped.
As a result, Xiong Ran and Lan Ke followed suit.
At the same time, the three also studied Tao Yu and the Green Bird beside him.
A handsome man and a beautiful woman, they were top-tier in appearance even in the Ying City, where heroes gathered.
With wealth and good looks, and the ability to travel alone, they were certainly no simple figures unless they’re reckless.
Otherwise, they would have likely already been abducted to be used for resource gathering.
“The three of you have manners. This junior is Hong Xuanji, having just left my sect for training. I’ve heard there’s an Exciting Cloud Banquet and wanted to witness it, but unfortunately, I don’t have an invitation. Hence, I invited you three to have a chat today…”
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“Haha, Young Master Hong is imposing and generous, definitely a sect’s disciple, and this Exciting Cloud Banquet extends invitations to the world’s young talents, making Young Master Hong’s participation quite logical.”
Xiong Ran drank the fine wine provided by Tao Yu, occasionally glancing at the maids on the flower boats, but quickly restrained his mind.
“I also came to see the Exciting Cloud Banquet, not expecting it to be so lively, as invitations are hard to come by.”
Tao Yu took a sip of Smoke Rain Brew and smiled.
“Naturally, those who’ve entered the Outer Realm can fly and hide, overseeing regions, and rarely travel the Jianghu like ordinary people anymore, so the changes on the Human List capture the attention of nine-tenths of martial artists worldwide. If they have the means to come, they’ll likely try…”
Lan Ke, who had once appeared on the Human List, now showed some nostalgia in his expression, seemingly reminiscing on his unrestrained youthful years.
Back then, he confidently believed he could breakthrough to the Outer Realm, thinking he wouldn’t fall short compared to sect disciples.
But after reaching the Nine Orifices, he realized the Human List is the Human List, and a sect is a sect!
Old friends and rivals either died or retired hurt in Jianghu adventures or joined a prestigious noble family as a Guest Elder, acting as a henchman.
Only one friend from a major sect succeeded in the Outer Realm steadily due to the sect’s foundation.
Yet, despite his awkward and laughable pride, he didn’t rely on any prestigious noble family, but now he must take gigs everywhere due to financial difficulty.
Occasionally, people ask about his time on the Human List.
Seeing this young employer now made him somewhat lament.
“Among every batch on the Human List, few achieve the Outer Realm, though attempting half-step Outer Realm can still be tried. It’s a pity that I left illness in my youth, harming my foundation, or I might have tried…”
Gong Youwei also took a sip of wine, and their conversation gradually led to mutual understanding.
Tao Yu now looked at the three, having grasped their essence.
Xiong Ran and Lan Ke seemed quite ordinary, merely wanting to earn money, with Xiong Ran likely probing to see if he was easily duped.
But Gong Youwei’s identity obviously had issues, with some disguise involved; he probably had another identity.
Furthermore, he seemed slightly panicked, as if avoiding something.
This time, taking Tao Yu’s employment was mainly to solidify this false identity so others wouldn’t discover him.
“But it doesn’t matter. The trouble he brings could help me connect with other networks. At least, I need to find a suitable opportunity to show some skills and gain some reputation…”
Tao Yu casually made a decision to gain reputation in the Righteous Path, for the name of a hero.
If the timing was right, there was no need to kidnap the Mad Blade; he could contact him with his true identity.
“As for the formal invitation that Young Master wants, it may be hard to obtain, but we have ways to bring Young Master in.”
Xiong Ran added another sentence.
After all, being locals, although East Sea Sword Manor has their own grounds here, they can still find some room for negotiation.
“In that case, thank you all.”
“Recently, Jiangdong is mixed with fish and dragons, and Young Master Hong’s lavish spending might attract attention. The three of us can protect Young Master well.”
Xiong Ran patted his chest to assure him.
Indeed, under normal circumstances, they were considered experts in Jianghu, easily handling any Jianghu petty criminals…
And amid this harmonious atmosphere, the sky gradually dimmed.
The entire ten-mile Heavenly Beauty River had truly entered its most prosperous time.
Lights adorned the entire river, illuminating the surface.
Sounds of silk and bamboo mixed with the clamor were incessant.
Inside the room, Tao Yu was served by the Green Bird; as he reached out to stroke the Green Bird’s hair, he sighed slightly.
“I didn’t expect them to come on the first night; you really don’t know how to pick the time…”
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On another side, Xiong Ran was in Gong Youwei’s room, consulting this elder about some questions.