Chapter 1196: Chapter 1144-1145 No Need for External Things, Focus on the Future_2 Chapter 1196: Chapter 1144-1145 No Need for External Things, Focus on the Future_2 If it really were possible, they would prefer to step onto the Immortal Path on their own strength rather than being bound to the Divine Tao.
The Divine Tao is strict, once bound with the Divine Tao, the enhancement of strength in the future requires not only arduous cultivation but also the expansion of personal authority.
However, every Divine Position already has a deity residing, and advancement is only possible if a Divine Position becomes vacant; otherwise, no matter how profound your accumulation, you cannot advance.
The Longevity Divine Position–if the Divine Position from the Gods Sealing List truly grants longevity, then once one gains a Divine Position, unexpectedly, these powerful occupants will likely hold on to their positions forever unless a better choice emerges.
The Divine Tao has its pros and cons, and so does the Longevity Divine Position from the Gods Sealing List.
This is a choice made when there are no other options. Should there be a chance, those who truly reach the pinnacle of the Path of Humans and begin to explore the field of the Immortal Path, they tend to prefer stepping onto the Immortal Path by their own strength.
“So, His Majesty entered the Bloody Trial to recruit some strong individuals for the Divine Dynasty's use?” Wang Boan saw through Zhu Houji's schemes instantly.
The Bloody Trial is filled with strong individuals. In other words, among the human race, all those ambitious and aspired strong individuals from the Immortal Path would gather here either to temper themselves or to compete for the fruits of the Divine Tree.
However, one thing is certain–that the cultivators who can enter here are all exceptionally gifted and strong, and even if there are weaker ones, their daring to enter here shows they possess the heart of a strong person.
“I need to make some plans for the future,” Zhu Houji did not hide his intentions.
Wang Boan, as a powerful figure second only to Zhu Houji in the Great Ming Divine Dynasty and a pillar of support, in many matters, Zhu Houji would never conceal anything from him to avoid the potential discord between monarch and subjects.
Achievements overshadowing the master might occur elsewhere, but from the moment the Divine Dynasty was established, it was simply impossible within the Great Ming Divine Dynasty.
Zhu Houji, wielding the Golden Book and Jade Scroll, is the sole ruler of the Great Ming Divine Dynasty; all powers are vested in him, and as long as he is unwilling, no one can strip him of his position.
In facing some powerful figures, Zhu Houji might be unable to withstand them, but he could cause mutual destruction.
Therefore, not worried about someone seizing his authority, he was also very confident in Wang Boan, even though the latter's strength and Realm far surpassed his own.
His intention in entering the Bloody Trial was not to seize the fruits of the Divine Tree, but to use this opportunity to make contact with various strong figures and see if he could recruit some for the Great Ming Divine Dynasty.
He who does not plan for the entire world is not worthy to plan for a moment; he who does not consider the whole situation is not worthy to consider a part.
As an emperor, his vision must not be confined to one region or one era; he needed to consider for the Great Ming Divine Dynasty and his future.
“Enthroning Gods is not the end, perhaps it is just a beginning,” Wang Boan stated slowly.
He understood Zhu Houji's intentions, or perhaps he had been prepared for this matter in his heart for a long time but had not found the right moment to speak of it until then.
Annihilating the Demon Race, granting Divine Positions, establishing Heavenly Court–henceforth living worry-free–this was a beautiful ending anticipated by most cultivators and countless beings between heaven and earth.
But for Zhu Houji and Wang Boan, who stood at the summit of the world, Enthroning Gods was merely a brief pause, a settling of past affairs, but it was also the start of something new.
Before Enthroning Gods, the entire world's beings yearned for longevity in their pursuit of it.
However, after Enthroning Gods, the entire world was once again elevated, with countless strong figures stepping towards a new starting point farther ahead.
And in the upcoming path, as the Heavenly Court would become the main force in the future for Heaven and Earth Ascension in search for new worlds, how to divide these significant interests was a very important issue.
So, Zhu Houji was making early preparations, seeking to ally himself with more powerful individuals to ensure he had ample supporters in the future Heavenly Court, thereby enhancing his influence and authority.
This was his true purpose for entering the Bloody Trial.
“Since Your Majesty wishes it, I happen to have a list of people whom Your Majesty might try contacting,” Wang Boan said, taking a jade slip from his hand that recorded some information about various independent practitioners, including their names and basic details.
As the commander of the human race army, Wang Boan's position allowed him easy access to powerful individuals from all quarters, and he had a general understanding of their backgrounds, personalities, and preferences.
Over the years, after continuous filtering, he had also compiled a list of individuals who could potentially be won over.
He had not yet acted on it, partly because he lacked the time and partly because he had not received final authorization.
Now that the Emperor had this in mind, he naturally could hand over this list to the Emperor.
For others, this might be considered a significant achievement, but for Wang Boan, it was either inconsequential or trivial.
“Your humble servant toils for Great Ming, and I thank you deeply,” Zhu Houji said, his eyes showing a rare touch of emotion for an emperor.
However, Wang Boan deserved this response, as he truly harbored no ulterior motives and sincerely planned for the welfare of the Great Ming Divine Dynasty, deserving of his respect and gratitude.
“It is but my duty, Your Majesty. You need not thank me so,” Wang Boan quickly responded.
The Bloody Trial continued, with numerous powerful figures deploying various tactics to vie for the Divine Tree fruit, some achieving their desires to step onto the Immortal Path, others paying with their lives and ultimately being added to the Gods Sealing List.
The carnage continued relentlessly, intensifying over time and resulting in more powerful individuals falling in their quest for the Divine Tree fruit.
Beyond this Bloody Trial, many True Immortals stood at the pinnacle of the world, their gazes fixed on the trial, watching their disciples and proteges fight fiercely, either succeeding or perishing.
Every elite who reached the summit had unwavering determination, immovable through the ages. Along their rising paths, no one had an entirely smooth journey.
The rise of the powerful was always fraught with combat and conflict, competing with peers and predecessors and eventually defeating all opponents to step onto the summit.
Although the trials within the current Bloody Trial were brutal and bloody, they were seen as indispensable experiences for reaching the pinnacle.
The Heaven and Earth Ascension made Cultivation more accessible, but it also reduced the harsh trials, which was why these powerful beings were not very strong.
Even those from immortal sects, without adequate trials, would still be unable to step onto the Immortal Path in the future, and without stepping onto the Immortal Path, they could not stand shoulder to shoulder with them, rendering it meaningless.
Atop Shenxiao Mountain, Pei Xuanjing, using the Taixu Mirror's projection, displayed the scenes occurring within the Bloody Trial for many junior disciples of Shenxiao Mountain to observe.
Although they were not strong enough to participate, it allowed them to witness the harsh realities of the path of Cultivation.
While some might be disheartened and falter from this experience, those who could use it to temper themselves and recognize reality would greatly benefit their future Cultivation.
Many disciples of the Shenxiao Sect were engrossed in watching everything happening in the Bloody Trial, where before their eyes, their Junior Leader, revered as Little Thunder King Pang Hong, was fighting a Supreme Overlord.
Although the Extreme Path Cultivation was harsh, it was also notably effective, and in a very short time, Pang Hong had stepped into the Strongest Realm.
Even though Pang Hong had just entered the Strongest Realm, he was already capable of holding his own against a Supreme Overlord without falling behind.
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