Upon hearing this, Qin Yan fell into deep thought. The Queen Mother's words made sense. If they were to return, they might never have the chance to come back here again. By staying, they could attain the longevity that most people dream of. They could live a celestial life with Dream Butterfly and Lin Shiqi, free from the intrigues of the mortal world. As long as one was normal, no one would want to leave this place for the chaotic human realm.

Contemplating, Qin Yan hesitated and turned to Dream Butterfly and Lin Shiqi seated beside him, asking, "What do you think?"

After some thought, Lin Shiqi replied, "I would love to stay here, but I also miss Ice Sister and the others at the academy. I'm not sure what to do."

Qin Yan then looked at Dream Butterfly, who, after a moment of contemplation, calmly said, "All things in the world are illusory. One should not attach too much importance to material things. Follow your beliefs and act accordingly. Ultimately, this decision is yours to make, Qin Yan."

Deep in thought once more, and with no pressure from the Queen Mother, Qin Yan took his time to consider before turning to her and saying, "I still want to return to the mortal realm."

The Queen Mother looked surprised. "Oh? Could you explain the reason for your choice?"

"Well, I want to share something about my past. I used to be very poor, a worthless person who couldn't even walk straight. Someone helped me turn my life around and brought me here. I've been fortunate, but many others haven't been as lucky. They struggle every day. I feel like I've taken their luck away. If I leave them be, it doesn't sit right with me. So, I want to go back and do something about it," Qin Yan explained.

The Queen Mother nodded slowly. "Well said. So, what do you plan to do in the mortal realm?"

After some thought, Qin Yan responded, "The environment in the mortal realm is no longer suitable for humans. The heavenly realm, despite its monsters, is more suitable for human habitation. I want to bring some humans from the mortal realm to the heavenly realm."

The room erupted in astonishment at his words. Everyone's expressions changed, and the Old Lord, with a stern face, exclaimed, "I remember your name is Qin Yan. Do you realize that what you just said is a grave offense?"

Perplexed, Qin Yan asked, "Why is that?"

The Old Lord, with a stern expression, replied sharply, "Only the highest leader of our heavenly realm, the Heavenly Emperor, has the authority to bring other humans here. It is a serious crime for ordinary individuals to bring humans to the heavenly realm, punishable by severe consequences."

Lin Shiqi felt indignant for Qin Yan and retorted loudly, "Why is it like this? It wouldn't cause any harm to you, and we came here without any issues."

The Old Lord explained, "You came here by chance and without the help of others. It's different."

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Lin Shiqi argued, "What's the difference? The heavenly realm is vast. Even if thousands or millions of people came, it wouldn't matter, right?"

Outraged, the Old Lord's face turned red, and he scolded, "Such audacity, utter nonsense! The heavenly realm is reserved for individuals of talent, virtue, and noble character. Allowing selfish, greedy, and malevolent humans to enter would only bring chaos, turning the heavenly realm into a place of strife, plunder, and violence, filled with evil deeds. This cannot be permitted!"

Lin Shiqi hesitated for a moment and said somewhat discontentedly, "It sounds good, but I don't think the people here have such noble characters either. Old Lord, you are being petty and don't seem like a person of talent and virtue. I don't think you belong in the heavenly realm either."

"You, you, you little girl..." The Old Lord was visibly angered by Lin Shiqi's words. He raised his voice to the Queen Mother, "Your Majesty, these people are too arrogant, they are completely lawless. I suggest we expel them from here and no longer provide them with any assistance!"

The Queen Mother merely responded with a noncommittal "Hmm" and turned to Qin Yan, speaking in a deep voice, "You heard what the Old Lord said earlier. Your thoughts have committed a grave offense and will face severe punishment. I will give you one more chance to answer my previous question. Think carefully before you speak."

With a determined expression, Qin Yan stated, "I have thought it through. My decision will not change. Otherwise, going back would be meaningless."

"So, you still insist on bringing other humans here?" the Queen Mother locked eyes with Qin Yan and asked.

"Yes," Qin Yan affirmed.

The Queen Mother then turned her gaze to Yi Tian Chou. "And what about you? You didn't answer earlier. Do you share the same idea as him?"

After a moment of contemplation, Yi Tian Chou responded, "No, I do not intend to bring humans here. However, I also need to go back to the mortal realm as I have unfinished business there."

"That's interesting," the Queen Mother's face displayed a subtle smile. She said, "You are willing to give up the opportunity for eternal life and endure hardships in the mortal realm. Very well, I will grant your request and reveal the method for traveling between the human realm and the heavenly realm. Even if you bring other humans here, it will not be an issue..."

"Your Majesty, this is absolutely unacceptable!" the Old Lord interjected urgently.

"Silence!" The Queen Mother glared fiercely at the Old Lord, who immediately fell silent.

"Thank you," Qin Yan felt relieved. He had been worried that the Queen Mother might turn against them and expel them, withholding any further assistance.

The Queen Mother continued, "But there are conditions."

"What conditions?!" Qin Yan and Yi Tian Chou asked simultaneously.

The Queen Mother explained, "In the southwest direction from here, there is an ancient tomb. Inside that tomb, there is a sword. If any of you can bring me that sword, I will tell them the method to travel between the two worlds. But you must be aware that I will only help the person holding that sword. Do you understand?"

Yi Tian Chou asked, "Your Majesty, are you saying that only the one who holds the sword is qualified to travel between the heavenly realm and the mortal realm and bring humans to the heavenly realm?"

"Exactly," the Queen Mother confirmed.

At this point, the Old Lord exclaimed again, "Your Majesty, are you really going to let them retrieve the Sword of the Heavenly Emperor? This cannot be allowed. Only the successor to the Heavenly Emperor is qualified to possess that sword. That sword absolutely cannot be handed over to these individuals of unknown origin from the mortal realm!"

The Queen Mother seemed resolute. "Enough said. My decision is final."

The Old Lord persisted, "But...this is too risky. What if those monsters are still alive? If they manage to retrieve the sword, the consequences would be unimaginable!"