The Sims: I Open the Immortal Path for All Beings - Chapter 2017: 1962-1963: Jade Sun Dao Lord, The Five Old Lords Hesitate (Part 2)

Chapter 2017: Chapter 1962-1963: Jade Sun Dao Lord, The Five Old Lords Hesitate (Part 2)

For this scene, it’s actually not something that many Taoist Monarchs are willing to see, even though the Great Emperor Ziwei is a member of their alliance and a major force in challenging the veteran Taoist Monarchs.

However, if the power of the Great Emperor Ziwei’s side becomes too strong, it does aid in dealing with the veteran Taoist Monarchs, but it doesn’t mean there is no pressure for these people.

“That’s not necessarily the case. Don’t forget, there is still the Fate Controller Star Lord in the Southern Dipper Star Palace, who has already acquired the Great Fate Technique. If he uses this to validate his position as a Taoist Monarch, his combat power is definitely formidable and can become a significant support for the Fire Virtue Star Lord.” said a Taoist Monarch, indicating that the Fire Virtue Star Lord has not really reached defeat yet.

Although the great battle of many strong individuals is currently attracting attention, it doesn’t mean they will ignore some potential strong figures in the Heavenly Court.

Admittedly, their conversation about the Fate Controller Star Lord validating as a Taoist Monarch was somewhat exaggerated, but sometimes flattery requires strength, and if the Fate Controller Star Lord doesn’t have sufficient strength, even flattering remarks might not be believed.

Now that the Fire Virtue Star Lord can no longer prevent the Great Emperor Ziwei from merging forces with the Da Xue Country Lord, enhancing their own strength by any means possible is the right path.

Although the Witch Deity Teaching is not weak in strength, it draws too much attention, and many strong figures are overly apprehensive of it. Even if there is cooperation with the Witch Deity Teaching, if the Fire Virtue Star Lord wants to bring its power into the Heavenly Court, it might provoke more strong figures to target them.

At least, the only real supporter of the Great Emperor Ziwei right now is the Jade Emperor. However, if people from the Witch Deity Teaching were to really get involved in the interest struggles of the Heavenly Court, it’s feared that the Great Emperor Qinghua and the Great Emperor Gouchen would not sit idly by and would instead decisively suppress the Fire Virtue Star Lord.

Therefore, the support from the Witch Deity Teaching is only partial. The Fire Virtue Star Lord can only choose to cooperate with several Star Lords of the Southern Dipper Star Palace. As long as the Fate Controller Star Lord validates as a Taoist Monarch, even if the situation cannot be immediately reversed, maintaining a balance is also a good choice.

“Who says the Witch Deity Teaching cannot provide more support? Have you forgotten why the current Jade Emperor is having a great battle with the Witch God Sect Leader? It’s precisely because the Ju Mang Ancestor Witch obtained the Divine Position of the Wood Virtue Star Lord.” a Taoist Monarch reminded them not to overlook the very complicated situation at present.

“If this Ju Mang Ancestor Witch really refines the Divine Position of the Wood Virtue Star Lord, then not to mention others, at least the Wood Virtue Star Lord would completely have the qualification, the excuse, and the strength to support the Fire Virtue Star Lord.”

Some strong figures have not forgotten this point about the Wood Virtue Star Lord, and if the Ju Mang Ancestor Witch really becomes the new Wood Virtue Star Lord, the situation will certainly become even more chaotic, and at least the support given by the Witch Deity Teaching will be more.

“Then it depends on whether this Thunder God and the Law Enforcement Heavenly Monarch can stop the Ju Mang Ancestor Witch!” Some strong figures involuntarily shifted their gaze to another great battle.

With Lord Bai Qicang’s move, after he engaged with the Zhu Jiuyin Ancestor Witch, the Law Enforcement Heavenly Monarch and Pang Hong had no opportunity to intervene in the battle between these two.

Even though Pang Hong’s combat power is considered quasi-Taoist, not even a quasi-Taoist can meddle in the battle of the true strong Taoist Monarchs.

However, the inability to participate in the Taoist Monarch battle did give them the opportunity to prevent the Ju Mang Ancestor Witch from refining the Divine Position of the Wood Virtue Star Lord, which was their true purpose after all.

Even though the Ju Mang Ancestor Witch still had other strong members of the Witch Deity Teaching assisting on the side, these strong members of the Witch Deity Teaching had not yet validated as Taoist Monarchs, and even those possessing the battle power of True Immortal Sixth Layer Heaven were definitely not opponents of Pang Hong, this quasi-Taoist.

Nevertheless, the strength of the Ju Mang Ancestor Witch should not be underestimated. Upon acquiring the Wood Dao Authority of the Wood Virtue Star Lord, he already had the confidence to validate as a Taoist Monarch; his reason for wanting to refine the Divine Position was merely to solidify his foundation, to ensure a further path after his validation as a Taoist Monarch.

It could be said that the Ju Mang Ancestor Witch is indeed a solid quasi-Taoist, even stronger than Pang Hong as a quasi-Taoist.

At this moment, even though part of his attention was needed to refine the Divine Position, the combat power he displayed was extremely terrifying, and with the assistance of other strong members of the Witch Deity Teaching, the stalemate remained.

The stalemate was not good news for Pang Hong and his companions, but for the Ju Mang Ancestor Witch, it posed absolutely no problem. As long as the delay continued, he would genuinely be able to refine the Divine Position, and perhaps even use it to validate as a Taoist Monarch.

“Is there no other strong member of the Heavenly Court intervening? Are they just going to let it go unchecked?”

Some strong figures curiously asked, and they naturally could understand that even if it was a stalemate, it benefited the side of the Witch Deity Teaching, perhaps this was their original plan.

“Not to mention others, won’t the Five Old Lords take action at this time? In the past, it was the Witch Deity Teaching and the former Wood Virtue Star Lord that caused the Five Old Lords to suffer heavy losses. Wouldn’t they take this opportunity to regain face?”

“Yes, this is an excellent opportunity. Taking action at this time holds the moral high ground, and no one can criticize them.”

“If these Five Old Lords dare not take action at this time, then it would indeed be laughable for me. Such figures also want to contend for the position of the Emperor of Heaven?”

“Seeing small benefits and forgetting life, hesitating in major matters, plotting without resolve, is not the mark of a hero!” a strong figure ridiculed.

The strong figure who spoke the words was not genuinely interested in the matter, but rather saw the potential for the situation to settle down and wanted to continue watching the commotion, stoking the fire.

However, it must be said that their words raised no issues. The previous Qingling Primordial Lord’s attack on the former Wood Virtue Star Lord was a bit despicable, but when given the opportunity and legitimacy, if they don’t dare to act, there will certainly be laughter.

Keep in mind that even if the cultivation path judges strength to determine rank, as long as you are the victor, even having some dark history is not an issue and can be slowly cleaned up.

However, the Five Old Lords do not only want to validate as Taoist Monarchs; they also want to compete for the future position of the Emperor of Heaven.

It’s not to say that the Emperor of Heaven cannot have dark history, but that to sit in this position, you must have sufficient ability. If you consistently avoid confrontation without enough courage, you may lose the support of many.

The power of the Taoist School is indeed powerful, but it is not invincible; the Heavenly Court is not solely the Taoist School’s domain, and in some matters, the support of other forces is vital and requires compromise from all sides.

If your ability is not well regarded, even the Taoist School might be embarrassed to continue supporting you.

“Ancestral Master, will the Five Old Lords intervene?” Wan Fayi asked Yu Zhenzi softly.

Wan Fayi was also curious as to why the Five Old Lords hadn’t taken action at this time.

As a member of the Taoist School, the Five Old Lords are also Wan Fayi’s seniors, and these seniors are renowned figures within the Taoist School, so seeing them yet to make a move left Wan Fayi somewhat disappointed.

Yu Zhenzi frowned and said, “I don’t know what they are thinking. Can’t anyone make a decisive decision at this moment?”

While Yu Zhenzi’s support for the Five Old Lords’ ascension within the Taoist School is neutral, as long as they don’t affect the interests of the Taoist School or the Shenxiao Sect, support is optional.

But upon witnessing the current situation and seeing them remain silent with no intention of acting, Yu Zhenzi couldn’t help but feel some disappointment, considering whether to truly support them.

Don’t underestimate Yu Zhenzi’s attitude; within the Taoist School, he is also a titan with considerable influence.

If a strong figure like Yu Zhenzi expresses opposition, it represents a significant opposing force that the Five Old Lords must heed. After all, even though Taoist Monarchs reign supreme in the Taoist School, numerous True Immortals also form the backbone, and their support is crucial.