Chapter 295: Su Changqing's Dao and Reason!

Chapter 295: Su Changqing's Dao and Reason!

Wen Di descended, his voice resonating throughout the firmament.

The Mighty Qi descended in a cascade, floating behind Su Changqing.

Countless people in Zhongzhou stared in awe, their eyes wide with shock.

"Another omen! Good heavens, in just a short moment, Wen Di has already shown two signs!"

"More than that! This is Wen Di himself, speaking words of great weight that will shape the future of the Literati Dao!"

"How terrifying! Just how profound is Su Changqing's mastery of the Literati Dao?"

Every Literati cultivator present was stunned by the celestial phenomena.

In the past, it was rare for an omen to be triggered by a poem or a profound statement. It might not happen for years.

But now, in just a few moments, Su Changqing had already caused Wen Di to manifest twice.

This terrifying depth of Literati Dao mastery left every Literati cultivator in awe.

However, while many Literati cultivators were focused on the omens, the Holy Academy and the Court Faction were more concerned with the two profound statements!

"Heaven's movement is vigorous, the gentleman strives unceasingly!"

Shu Han's eyes were filled with shock and indescribable excitement.

"Excellent! Excellent words! A method to break the deadlock that even our teacher couldn't find, has been revealed by Changqing in a single phrase!"

"Ha ha ha, relying on the court?"

"A gentleman must strive for self-strengthening! How can one achieve the Great Dao by relying on others!"

Beside him, Bo Gu, Yin Feng, and all the Holy Academy's Literati cultivators were visibly excited.

Su Changqing had articulated the true Dao and reason inherent in the Holy Academy!

They did not rely on anyone, but cultivated their body, mind, and nature, striving for self-strengthening and independence.

Like the heavens, they sought self-improvement, resilience, and excellence, striving with great effort!

Self-strengthening is the cultivation of the body.

The second phrase, "Earth's condition is receptive, the gentleman increases his virtue and bears all things", is the cultivation of the mind and the clarification of nature!

A true gentleman should be as solid and harmonious as the earth, increasing his virtue and bearing all things.

In just two short phrases, the essence of what it means to be a Literati cultivator and a gentleman was conveyed!

"Even our teacher couldn't find a way to break the deadlock, but Changqing's answer is perfect!"

Bo Gu looked at the young man standing tall in the center of the Literary Hall and exclaimed,

"These two profound statements will be etched in the hearts of all World Literati cultivators, guiding their lives!"

Everyone in the Holy Academy nodded in agreement, without a single objection.

They understood that these two profound statements were more than just excellent phrases.

They almost pointed the way forward for all World Literati cultivators, setting a standard for what it means to be a gentleman.

This was of immeasurable importance for the future development of the Literati Dao.

Without even mentioning the rest, just for these two profound statements, Su Changqing could be enshrined in the Literary Hall, receiving the veneration of all World Literati cultivators!

...

At this moment, the people of the Holy Academy were filled with excitement and enthusiasm.

The ideological conflict between the Court Faction and the Holy Academy would come to an end today.

The result was a complete victory for the Holy Academy.

The many great scholars of the Court Faction were still in a daze, muttering the two profound phrases, increasingly feeling their profound meaning and endless aftertaste.

Compared to relying on the court, it seemed that self-strengthening and independence were the true path to the Great Dao!

More importantly, Wen Di himself had manifested and delivered the Dao sound!

Faced with Wen Di's acknowledgment, they had no grounds to argue.

In the ideological conflict, they had been utterly defeated.

"This boy..."

The head of the Mu Family looked at Su Changqing, his eyes filled with shock and a killing intent, "must not be allowed to live!"

The many great scholars present did not speak, but their eyes glinted with cold light.

They had been wrong, but now, there was no turning back.

In the conflict of Dao lineages, if the Holy Academy won, where would they have a place to stand?

In the past, the conflict was over ideology.

But from now on, it would be a matter of life and death. If they didn't win, they would die!

"Ah, if only we had known..."

Mo Lan and Yi Xian, two great scholars who had once had a connection with Su Changqing, exchanged a glance, both seeing regret in the other's eyes.

If they could start over, perhaps they wouldn't have chosen the court.

...

"This boy... he is truly a great talent."

The many powerful observers, whether from the Beast Clan or other factions, all secretly praised him in their hearts.

They did not cultivate the Literati Dao, but Su Changqing's two profound statements still resonated, stirring their hearts.

At this moment, everyone could see that Su Changqing's mastery of the Literati Dao was far beyond anyone's imagination.

The Literati cultivators in Zhongzhou, who had mostly joined the Court Faction, began to reflect on whether their choices had been right.

The scholars fell silent, and the tide seemed to be quietly turning.

"Relying on others is a minor path."

"Only by striving unceasingly and bearing all things with virtue can one walk the grand and noble path."

Su Changqing's expression was calm, his voice resonating in the ears of the scholars.

He did not exude the arrogance of victory but instead seemed more like a teacher guiding his students.

Even now, he still thought about helping the World Rudao.

Most of these people had been swayed by the Court Faction.

If they could pull back from the brink, there was still hope for them.

"Smooth talker!"

Mu Yun was now completely panicked. He looked at the many World Rudao Cultivators deep in thought and shouted,

"How can you believe his words! He is a Dark Being, the enemy of the entire World!"

"Have you forgotten the scene at the Fate Distribution Platform, when darkness covered the sky!"

After speaking, Mu Yun turned to Su Changqing, his teeth gritted, and said,

"No matter how much sense you make, you can’t deny that you are a Dark Being!"

"Can’t you defend yourself! Then tell me, how do you explain being a Dark Being!"

Everyone present, including the powerful figures hiding in the shadows, turned their gaze to Su Changqing.

Indeed, Su Changqing could deny everything and justify everything.

But his identity as a Dark Being was a well-known fact, beyond dispute.

If this point wasn’t acknowledged, he would remain an enemy of the world.

The first question was a debate over the principles of Rudao.

This second question, however, was about the deeply ingrained prejudices in people’s hearts!

If he answered this question poorly, even if his answers to the first two questions were perfect, it would be of no use.

"Why should I deny my identity as a Dark Deity?"

Looking at the skeptical eyes, Su Changqing spoke calmly,

"Who can claim with certainty that darkness is inherently evil?"

Seeing Su Changqing directly admit it, Mu Yun couldn’t help but laugh out loud,

"The Dao Lineage cannot be tainted by evil. A Dark Being occupying the position of Rudao is a sign of the collapse of propriety!"

"As a Dark Being, how can you be worthy of cultivating Rudao? You should be stripped of your Su Changqing Rudao Immortal lineage to purify our Rudao!"

A mighty voice echoed, and the disciples of the Court Faction rose in unison, their presence overwhelming.

At the same time, brilliant Rite Dao Patterns shot up into the sky.

The Court Faction manifested the 'Rite' character shackles, intending to nail Su Changqing to the pillar of shame in Rudao.

The accumulated Literary Dao Aura of the court for a thousand years suppressed the entire scene.

After Su Changqing’s two consecutive victories, the Court Faction did not plan to give the other side any more chances.

The terrifying pressure fell, and the people of the Holy Academy stood up one by one with a resounding boom.

Su Changqing waved his hand, signaling everyone not to act yet.

This matter could not be resolved by force alone.

If they won but the hearts of the people remained unconvinced, it would be of no use.

He had been waiting for a long time to clear his name as a Dark Being in front of the entire world.

In the debate over Rudao, he spoke of reason.

But in this debate over good and evil, he spoke of the Dao!

"Everyone believes that darkness should be eradicated, and I once thought the same. But it wasn’t until I became darkness."

Su Changqing slowly raised his hand, and a destructive dark aura swirled around his palm.

He looked at the darkness in his hand and spoke calmly,

"The Dao I cultivate is the Dao of heaven and earth, transforming my body into the heavens and earth, giving rise to all living things."

"The world is divided into heaven and earth, and heaven and earth have yin and yang. The balance is maintained by the cycle of yin and yang."

"Therefore, I have come to understand a truth: everything in this world, if it exists, it has its reason."

As he spoke, Su Changqing’s other hand emitted Mighty Qi, which contrasted with the darkness on the other side.

"Can I be considered righteous when I use Mighty Qi to kill?"

"Can I be considered evil when I use darkness to redeem the continent?"

"The notions of good and evil lie in the heart. If used for good, it is good; if used for evil, it is evil."

As he spoke, the darkness and light in Su Changqing’s hands slowly spread over his entire body.

In the end, Su Changqing was divided into black and white.

The black and white light intertwined and flowed, each containing the other, evolving into the great Dao of heaven and earth.

His mighty voice echoed through the void, and the rich Dao essence transformed into golden lotuses and jewels falling from the sky.

Su Changqing discussed the Dao with the masses, and in doing so, he also gained deeper insights into himself.

Flashes of enlightenment appeared in his eyes, and he spoke with a faint smile,

"The so-called Heavenly Dao is not a black-and-white constraint."

"Rather, it is an order that allows light and darkness to coexist in their proper places!"

The essence of the Dao resonated throughout the world, and strange phenomena appeared.

The entire Zhongzhou City fell silent, and everyone looked on in shock.

Ninety percent of the people couldn’t comprehend it and frowned in deep thought.

But the top experts looked at Su Changqing with a mixture of shock and admiration.

The profound truths contained in Su Changqing’s words far exceeded the level of the Divine Law Realm.

Even the experts of the Divine Principle Realm felt their cultivation loosen and their understanding of the laws of the world greatly enhanced.

This realization left everyone deeply shaken.

"He’s only at the Divine.output stage! How can he understand such profound Dao principles!"

Zhao Shanke, Ximen Xiu, the Four Great Yao Kings.

All the powerful figures were greatly alarmed, their gazes toward Su Changqing changing repeatedly.

The Dao that Su Changqing cultivated was too terrifying. Even before reaching the Divine Principle stage, he had comprehended it to such a degree.

If he broke through to the Divine Law stage and entered the Divine Principle, what level of cultivation would he reach?

This realization made many powerful figures feel a sense of urgency.

Such a prodigy must not be allowed to live!

...

"You’re just quibbling!"

At this moment, Mu Yun was almost driven mad.

He listened to the almost incomprehensible Daoic resonance and growled,

"Right is right, and wrong is wrong!"

"Can darkness and light coexist, or what?"

Su Changqing smiled at this.

In the past, he indeed couldn’t have done this.

But now—

With a sweep of his sleeves, a vast surge of righteous energy clashed with the overwhelming darkness and destruction, rising into the sky.

The world seemed to tilt, with darkness blotting out the sun.

At the center of the dark firmament, a pure white lotus, radiating light, suddenly blossomed.

The lotus bloomed in the darkness, where destruction and righteousness coexisted.

Su Changqing integrated the principles of Yin and Yang into the Ru Dao, transforming the black and white literary qi into a mighty river that soared into the sky.

"Clear Literary Heart, unbound by appearance!"

The scholars who witnessed this scene all felt their pupils constrict, recalling ancient texts.

Su Changqing stood amidst the darkness, speaking softly,

"Yin and Yang cycle to create all things; the sky may be dark, but the heart remains red."

As the eight characters fell, they triggered a cascade of starlight.

The literary qi that surged into the sky formed a river of black and white, intertwining and swirling.

The "Rite" Dao Pattern of the Court Faction was shattered by the black and white Taiji Diagram.

This scene left all World Ru cultivators dumbstruck, staring up at the firmament.

At this moment, the sky was a blend of black and white, with righteous energy and dark auras intertwining and rotating, forming a vast Taiji Diagram that radiated boundless Daoic resonance.

"Righteous energy has truly merged perfectly with darkness."

The entire city of Zhongzhou fell silent.

The preconceived notions about darkness in people's hearts, with the slow rotation of the Taiji Diagram, seemed to be gradually eroded.

It turned out that darkness did not mean wrong.

It, like so-called light, was just another form of energy in the world.

Used righteously, it is righteous; used wrongly, it is wrong.

With this final question, Su Changqing had delivered a perfect answer through his newly comprehended Taiji balance.

He broke the Ru Dao with 'reason' and explained darkness with 'Dao.'

With the words 'Dao' and 'reason,' Su Changqing had said what needed to be said and done what needed to be done.

He redefined darkness for the world and proved himself.

This act was not to vent the frustration in his heart over the past period.

It was to tell everyone that he had done nothing wrong!

Now, if anyone still insisted on attacking him under the pretext of Dark Beings, pressing relentlessly and trying to kill him in secret,

He would not let them off in the name of Great Righteousness!

The truth had been spoken, and those who didn't understand the facts should now know right from wrong.

If they still chose to attack, then it would be a fight to the death!

Su Changqing's gentle aura suddenly became sharp and intimidating.

He looked at the stunned Mu Yun and said coldly,

"The three questions are over. I'll give you one more chance. Will you retreat?"

The other eight Heavenly Prides, facing Su Changqing's gaze, all showed fear.

Their confident and domineering demeanor had long vanished, replaced by nervous looks.

"Ha ha ha ha ha!"

Suddenly, Mu Yun's hysterical laughter echoed.

His Dao heart, already damaged, was now shattered even more thoroughly.

Whether in talent, insight, or character, he had been completely defeated.

From a young age, the absolute Heavenly Pride, he now faced Su Changqing like a clown, his dignity lost.

But he refused to accept it!

He still had one thing that was absolutely stronger than Su Changqing!

"This final test is about combat power!"

"Even if you prove that the Holy Academy is right, what does it matter?"

"Even if you justify your darkness, what does it matter!"

Mu Yun's overwhelming divine law aura surged, and he roared with a distorted face,

"We are nine! I am at the peak of divine law!"

"How can a mere Divine Output defeat us!"

Seeing Mu Yun in this state, the head of the Mu Family immediately shouted,

"Step back! The Mighty Qi behind Su Changqing is enough to elevate him to the King realm!"

During the two instances of Wen Di's phenomena that Su Changqing had triggered, boundless righteous energy descended from the heavens.

Especially the second time, the Mighty Qi that fell was extremely powerful.

If Su Changqing chose to directly merge with it, his Ru Dao realm would surge.

Although Mu Yun's realm appeared stronger now, once Su Changqing broke through, the situation would reverse.

"Su Changqing, relying on the Mighty Qi granted by Wen Di, what skill is that!"

Mu Yun, his face twisted in madness, roared, "Dare you fight us openly and fairly?"

At these words, everyone present, even the Court Faction's Ru cultivators, couldn't help but curse him for his shamelessness.

Being able to summon righteous energy from the heavens was a testament to one's ability.

Yet, asking Su Changqing to fight them nine Heavenly Prides with his hands tied behind his back, as a mere Divine Output, was not just impolite but utterly shameless!

However, Su Changqing only smiled.

With a light sweep of his sleeves, the vast Mighty Qi behind him instantly merged with the Statue of Emperor Wen.

"To deal with you, I don't need to rely on external forces."

The battle was still to come. Su Changqing wouldn't waste the Mighty Qi on Mu Yun and his group.

He had greater use for it!

"Ha ha ha, very well, very well!"

Seeing this, Mu Yun laughed wildly, his expression mad. A fierce cry echoed through the heavens.

"Kill!"

(End of Chapter)

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