Divine Beast Creator-Chapter 1133 - 1134: Strange Combination

"I’ve only heard about that period, it was said to be quite intense,"

Qi Chen said thoughtfully. He hadn’t experienced that era himself and only heard about it from his parents. Even his parents seemed hesitant to mention that time.

"Of course, there were many violent crimes then. It was probably the most chaotic period since the formation of the Alliance, second only to the Guard Wars. It was also after that period that those major families finally stepped down from their positions of power."

Glancing at Qi Chen, Liao Yu spoke solemnly. Naturally, his understanding largely came from hearsay as well, since he was but a child back then and didn’t truly participate. But he remembered that during that time, his parents looked as if they were facing great enemies every day, and during the particularly violent latter stages, they even took turns standing guard at night, fearing to rest.

"Human nature..."

Feng Yuan shook his head helplessly. As for why the Divine Beasts didn’t intervene to suppress the chaos? In the eyes of the Divine Beasts, it was merely an internal conflict among humans, so why would they meddle in human affairs?

"Just over a decade, yet it feels as though the city has transformed."

After finishing their meal, Feng Yuan walked with Qi Chen and others on the streets. Unlike modern Maomu City, there weren’t as many hurried pedestrians. Both adults and children were active on the streets, with women and the elderly huddled together chatting, frequently gesturing with their hands, while the children ran around in the alleys.

Occasionally, a child accompanied by a Spirit Beast would attract many of their peers. Unlike today, those gathered children carefully observed the Spirit Beast, even if it was a gentle One-leaf Fox.

"Indeed, but it didn’t quite feel like this when I was a child."

As Qi Chen spoke with a hint of confusion, Liao Yu, surveying the surroundings, said,

"This place combines changes spanning over a decade; it has similarities to the past but also differences. It isn’t exactly the same as the historical period."

"But, this area is quite special."

"The lower area, it’s not surprising to have such a place."

Feng Yuan said nonchalantly. Though somewhat incredulous because to him and Liao Yu, it seemed like an important area, yet it was placed quite far from the surface layers, its placement possibly intentionally hidden for some reason.

"The higher you go, the closer it gets to the future; the reverse is true for going downwards. Also, to the Data Domain, these are all considered outdated and redundant data."

Touching a roadside utility pole lightly, Feng Yuan said with a slight laugh, momentarily surprising Liao Yu who asked incredulously,

"This is considered useless data?!"

"Memories are precious to humans, but to the Data Domain, they are just outdated data sets; after all, the operating rules of the Data Domain are emotionless."

Feng Yuan explained with a smile, shaking his head while Liao Yu, looking around, said,

"I can understand, but it’s still hard to accept... If Captain Yan saw this area, it would probably become a protected area."

"How so?"

Feng Yuan looked at Liao Yu with surprise. Although the area was special, it didn’t seem to warrant such concern. Looking around, Liao Yu gave a slight smile and said,

"A peaceful past may be even more beautiful than the one remembered."

"We should still have time to go to the next level."

Checking the time on the interface, Feng Yuan looked up at the sky. The area was operating according to the real-world time passage. They had just enjoyed various snacks here, but of course, they hadn’t finished touring the entire district. After all, even if restructured, this area was still about half the size of Maomu City. It was impossible to tour it entirely in just a few hours.

"What will the next level be like?"

Looking at the map indicators on the interface, Liao Yu asked curiously. Though a comprehensive map hadn’t reappeared, Feng Yuan still had the two-dimensional map that Big Cat had managed to obtain.

"I don’t know—it looks a bit like a normal maze."

Feng Yuan added with a thought, "The zero-gravity area is not exactly a maze, but it’s no less confusing. It’s very easy to lose your direction or even get lost while wandering there."

"Maze? Why do all these three areas seem weird?"

Liao Yu felt there was something off, and after looking at the 2D map for a while, Feng Yuan pondered,

"Perhaps, the upper and lower areas are meant to protect this area. Whether it’s true or not, we’ll know once we go down."

With that, Feng Yuan walked forward, pushed open the iron door, and headed down the stairs.

"A garden? And a garden maze?"

Walking out of the small house and seeing the tall shrub walls around him, Feng Yuan said in surprise, "No wonder the 2D map showed it looked like a maze. This indeed is exactly a maze, such a huge plant maze looks quite interesting."

"It’s pretty, I wonder if it ever existed in reality." freeωebnovēl.c૦m

Veronia, transformed into human form and holding a western-style umbrella, exclaimed in amazement, noting that this plant maze was not just about shrub walls. Vines were climbing all over the shrubs, with flowers of various colors embellishing the deep green shrub walls making them appear not the least bit dull.

"It probably didn’t, otherwise it would definitely be mentioned in books. Moreover, such a large garden, even in the Mythical Era, probably didn’t exist."

Swishing its tail, Agunas commented. Although it wanted to fly up and see the whole maze, reaching just the top of the shrub wall would bump it into an invisible air wall. Though it couldn’t really stop Agunas, it didn’t intend to break the rules out of mere curiosity.

Based solely on what it could see, there was nothing taller than the shrub walls around, and as for the extent of the maze, it was unsure. Although traditionally, the entire area might just be a maze, there might be surprises.

"The real world probably doesn’t have it, because without maintenance, this wouldn’t last long in the real world."

Feng Yuan observed the huge shrub walls, noting their carefully pruned look. In the real world, unless some Legendary Level or mythical-level plant-type spirit beast controlled them, branches would soon overwhelm these even surfaces.

Let alone overgrowth, just small branches sprouting from the even walls could ruin their beauty. Managing such a large area would take more than even a legendary or mythical-level plant-type spirit beast, given their limited control range.

Only a special place like the Data Domain could possibly have such a vast plant maze, where despite its ability to simulate the real world, does not need actual maintenance of these plants. Blooming and wilting happens in an instant; whether it is neat or not, simply depends on necessity.

"Indeed, if this were in the real world, the manpower needed would be terrifying."

Tilting her umbrella lightly, Veronia said with some regret, aware from owning a garden herself how troublesome it is to maintain it, even in the World of Mirrors, where she could have limited influence over her world, managing those gardens is difficult, let alone for ordinary people.

"Pity we didn’t bring Dou Yanlan along, otherwise I could have had some snacks too~"

Tapping a flower on the shrub wall, Feng Yuan said mischievously to Qi Chen. Glancing at him, Qi Chen replied in annoyance,

"Have you still not finished your dog food snacks?"

"Not yet, still got half a box left. Do you want some?"

Seeing Feng Yuan looking at him, Liao Yu hesitated and responded,

"No need, I... don’t need it."

"Ah, got together with Ye Hanlei so quickly?"

Hearing Liao Yu’s reply, Feng Yuan understood the situation. When in the team, he knew Liao Yu liked Ye Hanlei but didn’t expect things to progress so fast.

"It’s okay... seems like she too... No! Why am I even talking to you about this?!"

Blushing, Liao Yu suddenly realized and looked speechless at Feng Yuan, who smirked and sighed,

"Annoying, another ally has betrayed the camp."

On hearing Feng Yuan’s comment, Xiao Ji squeezed in front of him and nudged Feng Yuan’s head, leaving him somewhat exasperated; Xiao Ji seemed to have misunderstood his words.