Chapter 755: The Inevitable Outcome
Chapter 755: The Inevitable Outcome
Heaven Destroyer's response stirred numerous possibilities in Li Xuemiao's mind, and he began to speculate about the Heavenly Dao itself.
The two fell into silence, each lost in their thoughts.
The massive Crimson Tower continued to advance, the mysterious Spine Armor below it appearing and disappearing in the clouds, accompanied by a low, rumbling breath.
"Alright, don't think too much about it. You are already a Xianshen; you shouldn't view things from a mortal's perspective anymore. Excessive compassion will only harm you. The Heavenly Court has its Heavenly Law. When you've been there long enough, you'll realize that all your current concerns are meaningless."
Heaven Destroyer spoke, his Xian Rank being one level below Li Xuemiao's, but their relationship had grown so close that Li Xuemiao didn't need to be overly formal with him.
Li Xuemiao nodded and said, "Perhaps I do need to change my mindset."
Despite his words, he still felt a deep dissatisfaction with the Xianshen.
The reason he followed Gu An was that he initially believed Gu An to be a Xianshen. Later, when true Xianshen appeared, he found them different from what he had imagined. It was Gu An who truly protected the masses. When he came to the Heavenly Court, he had harbored a faint hope that the court would be compassionate toward the Mortal Souls. However, the will of heaven could not be enforced, and reality proved otherwise.
In the Heavenly Court, let alone compassion for Mortal Souls, even the mention of the Three Thousand Great Worlds was rare. He heard more about the Primordial Emperor Domain, the Piaomiao Xianting, the Endless Dao Mountain, and the Abyssal Dao Sea—great Dao realms.
The disparity in levels made it difficult for Li Xuemiao to adapt. The lack of presence of the Three Thousand Great Worlds left him feeling disheartened.
"This Emperor's Contention will likely last for many years. It's said that the two Celestial Emperors have similar cultivation levels and are currently in seclusion. Regardless of which side gains the upper hand, they will eventually engage in the final battle. The more Qi Yun they accumulate, the more it proves their abilities and strengthens their Qi Yun. Once the Celestial Emperors intervene, the Three Thousand Great Worlds are destined to turn to ashes."
Heaven Destroyer spoke softly, pausing for a moment before continuing, "With the Divine Venerable around, the Emperor's Contention shouldn't involve us. You can rest easy."
Li Xuemiao shook his head and said, "I'm not afraid of trouble. Forget it, let's not talk about this. I heard the Ten Thousand Constellations' positions have opened. Are you really going to try out for them?"
Heaven Destroyer nodded and replied, "I managed to transfer from the God of Destruction to the Divine Venerable's service. Next, I need to complete the transformation of my divine authority. The constellations are a good choice; they allow for An Xing cultivation and make it easier to connect with the Great Dao."
Li Xuemiao, ranked as a Xian Lord, had not yet received specific Celestial Authority, but he wasn't worried. His master, the Grand Light and Vast Law Divine Exalted, had already made all the necessary arrangements. For now, he focused on cultivation and representing his master in the Heavenly Realm, using his master's name to meet and greet various Xianshen.
The two began discussing their next destination. The Celestial Palace they were heading to had a great reputation, and even Heaven Destroyer was looking forward to the trip.
He was, in a sense, benefiting from Li Xuemiao's connections. Such visits weren't just for conversation; they either provided an opportunity to hear the Dao or receive rewards from the hosts.
The various Xianshen not only respected the Grand Light and Vast Law Divine Exalted but also looked forward to Li Xuemiao's future. Those who could pass the Heavenly Dao's trials and become immortal had boundless potential.
The trials within the Heavenly Dao involved Mortal Souls battling Xianshen, a challenge so difficult that it was nearly impossible to complete. Even with the Heavenly Court's countless universes, the number of individuals who could ascend and become immortal like Li Xuemiao was few. Most immortals were selected through connections with Xianshen.
One day in the heavens is a year on earth, and the conflicts in the Three Thousand Great Worlds are rapidly evolving.
Roughly another hundred thousand years have passed, and there is no longer any peaceful land in the Three Thousand Great Worlds. Battles and wars rage everywhere.
This year, within the Heavenly Spirit Grand World, sects are vying for dominance, and Demons are invading from outside. Even the Celestial Spirit Deity, who guards the Realm Gate, has suffered defeat. Wushi Disciples have begun to emerge, saving the suffering beings.
In the Imperial Palace of the Tai Cang Continent,
Gu An was playing chess with Li Xuandao. The weather was cool, and a gentle breeze blew through their hair. At that moment, Li Xuandao was frowning, deep in thought.
Gu An, holding a folding fan in one hand and a teacup in the other, looked quite content.
Even when a dozen meteors streaked across the sky, they failed to catch his attention.
Li Xuandao took a deep breath and said, "I surrender."
He looked up at Gu An, hesitating to speak.
"You seem to have a lot on your mind. Go ahead and say it, don't bottle it up", Gu An said with a smile. At this point, as long as he didn't deliberately block it, anyone's thoughts would directly reach his ears. However, some things still needed to be said out loud by the person.
Li Xuandao stared at Gu An, his eyes burning with intensity. "In this world, there are sects that unify, but no dynasties that do. Even the former Holy Court focused mainly on the immortal cultivation realm and paid no attention to the safety of the people of the realm. I want the Taicang Dynasty to become the overlord of the realm."
"I want to be an unprecedented emperor!"
Over the years, Li Xuandao had always been careful, considering Gu An in every decision, fearing that Gu An would be dissatisfied. This was why the Taicang Dynasty had never had any major issues. With Gu An around, Li Xuandao never acted rashly.
But over time, he also felt weary and needed a greater goal to motivate himself.
"Go ahead and strive for it. I've never restricted or obstructed you, have I?" Gu An shook his head and laughed.
Li Xuandao let out a sigh of relief. It was good that Gu An didn't mind.
"Then I will. The Taicang Dynasty has been accumulating strength over the years. After Yang Jian left, Long Teng has taken on the responsibility and is even stronger than Yang Jian was", Li Xuandao said, a proud expression on his face.
Long Teng, the son of Long Qing, is essentially Gu An's grand-disciple. Because of this relationship, Gu An treats Long Teng very well, even helping the Long family to grow. Long Teng has never disappointed him, never overstepping his bounds. There are even jests in the court and among the people that Long Teng seems more like the Crown Prince.
Long Teng has indeed grown. He achieved the rank of Primordial Dao Emperor in his early years and is now a Dao Treasury Free Spirit Immortal. He is the face of the Taicang Dynasty, and even without taking action, no forces in the surrounding seas dare to offend the Taicang Dynasty.
Gu An has put a lot of effort into Long Teng behind the scenes. Long Teng has a broad and upright character, which suits Gu An's taste. Now, Gu An spends more time with Long Teng than with Long Qing.
Li Xuandao is also a Dao Treasury Free Spirit Immortal, though he has hidden it well. The world only knows him as a Free Spirit Immortal.
His powerful cultivation has freed him from the constraints of noble families and sects. The Taicang Dynasty truly belongs to him now, just as he had once imagined.
Gu An smiled. "Let's see how far you can go. I won't help you. To me, the Taicang Dynasty is no different from any other dynasty in the realm. I hope you understand that."
Li Xuandao replied solemnly, "Of course. How can I ask you to intervene in the realm? What kind of game would the people of the realm play then? To be honest, my desire to unify the realm is not just for the sake of the people, but more to realize my own ideals. I want to become a figure in the history of the Heavenly Spirit Grand World who will never be forgotten."
(End of Chapter)
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