WORLD KNOWLEDGE PART 3

Her mother's smile deepened, her eyes twinkling with the same mysterious light that often danced in their father's gaze. "Such questions," she said softly, "are like the realms themselves—their answers reveal themselves only when we are ready to understand them. As you grow in wisdom and strength, many mysteries will become clear." She raised her hand, and unlike their father's water display, green tendrils of wood essence spiraled upward, intertwining with dancing flames that cast a warm, golden light across their faces. The combination created an enchanting display that seemed to pulse with life itself. "For now, shall we explore the Third Realm? The Profound Valley holds wonders that few have witnessed..."

Li Wei and Li Hao immediately leaned forward, their earlier question forgotten in their excitement to learn about the higher realms. Like father, like sons—both could apparently be distracted by something shiny.