Chapter 600: My Fate Is Not for Heaven to Decide

Chapter 600: Chapter 600: My Fate Is Not for Heaven to Decide

"Martial Arts Peak."

Long Ao longed to reach the Martial Arts Peak.

It wasn’t just Long Ao; reaching the Martial Arts Peak was a realm every Martial Artist dreamed of attaining.

"Long Ao, I have divined the fates of all under heaven; there is no one I cannot read. I can even foresee heaven’s will with perfect clarity. Yet, in all of Heaven and Earth, there is one person I cannot figure out."

"Is it the Celestial Dao?"

Shaking his head, the Divine Calculator replied helplessly, "It’s you."

’It’s me?’

Startled, Long Ao knew full well the Divine Calculator’s power. He was an existence who surpassed even the Celestial Dao. The very thought of it was terrifying.

’To foresee the fate of everyone under heaven, even heaven’s will itself... What kind of power was that?’

Long Ao neither asked questions nor spoke. He knew the Divine Calculator had summoned him for a reason and had something to say.

"Long Ao, I can read the fate of anyone, except for you. Do you know why that is?"

"I do not. Please tell me, Senior."

"From the moment you rose to power in the Celestial State, I suddenly sensed a strange phenomenon in Heaven and Earth. It was at that very moment that the Dragon Seal chose you as its master, so I began to watch you. Three times, I attempted to divine your fate, but ultimately, I failed."

Long Ao was truly unaware of what the Divine Calculator was talking about.

’Fate?’

Long Ao had never believed in such things. He declared, "My fate is decided by me, not by the heavens. No one can control my destiny."

"Well said," the Divine Calculator said, his face full of approval.

"’My fate is decided by me, not by the heavens.’ A fine declaration. But in this world, how many can truly escape the arrangements of fate? Even the Celestial Dao and I are no exception. Since you have already obtained the Power of Origin, with your talent, you will surely be able to step into the Martial Arts Peak within a hundred years."

A hundred years was an incredibly long time, even for a Martial Artist. But Long Ao was not afraid. He had loved ones, family, brothers, and an endless stream of challenges ahead of him.

"Long Ao, I cannot see your destiny, but I must remind you of one thing: fate is preordained. Do not force what is not meant to be, or the consequences will be unthinkable."

Long Ao didn’t say much. His belief remained unchanged. ’My fate is decided by me, not by the heavens.’

"Senior Divine Calculator, why exactly did you summon me here today?"

Long Ao was no fool. He knew the Divine Calculator hadn’t sought him out for something so simple.

"Long Ao, my purpose for finding you is simple. I was the one who brought the Celestial Dao into being. However, back then, I was severely injured for certain reasons, a fact the Celestial Dao is unaware of to this day."

’Long Ao understood this point perfectly. Even though the Celestial Dao was a creation of the Divine Calculator, the Divine Calculator was also its greatest threat. As the saying goes, every man for himself. Of course the Celestial Dao would want to eliminate the Divine Calculator and rule the continent uncontested.’

’Long Ao could easily imagine it. If the Celestial Dao learned that the Divine Calculator was severely injured, it would, without a doubt, move to eliminate him, thus removing a potential threat for good.’

’The Divine Calculator was simply too formidable. Not only could his power rival the Celestial Dao’s, but he was also a master of the Divine Calculation Dao. It was conceivable that a healthy Divine Calculator had a real chance of erasing the Celestial Dao from existence.’

’But whether the Divine Calculator was injured or not seemed to have nothing to do with him.’

As if sensing Long Ao’s confusion, the Divine Calculator said, "Long Ao, in my current state, I am simply no match for the Celestial Dao. If it decides to overstep its bounds, I will be powerless to stop it. The Celestial Martial Continent cannot be dominated by a single entity. Otherwise, if the Celestial Dao so wished, it could destroy the continent at any moment."

"Senior Divine Calculator, as I just said, please be direct. If I can grant your request, I won’t refuse. But if I cannot, then I will not agree, no matter the circumstances."

Seeing the Divine Calculator hesitate, Long Ao grew frustrated. ’Whatever it is, just spit it out. Why beat around the bush?’

Nodding, the Divine Calculator said suddenly, "I intend to pass the Divine Calculation Dao on to you."

Long Ao was startled by his words. He had considered countless possibilities, the most likely being that the Divine Calculator wanted him to eliminate the Celestial Dao. Never had he imagined it would be this.

Even so, Long Ao didn’t let his guard down in the slightest. He knew there was no such thing as a free lunch. The Divine Calculator wouldn’t impart the Divine Calculation Dao to him for no reason. Others might believe it, but he never would.

’The Divine Calculator must have an ulterior motive.’

"Long Ao, I will teach you the Divine Calculation Dao, but I cannot help you reach the Martial Arts Peak. Whether you can reach that height in the future will depend entirely on your own destiny."

Long Ao said nothing, listening quietly.

"If you can reach the Martial Arts Peak, I hope you will suppress the Celestial Dao. I have already divined that the Celestial Dao will one day attempt to destroy the Celestial Martial Continent. Whether it succeeds or not... will depend on you."

"Me?"

"That’s right. I have divined that the continent has a sliver of hope for survival. As for who the savior of the continent will be, I cannot say. But I can only choose one person to bet on. So, I have chosen you."

’I see.’

’First the Ancient Divine Dragon and Long Tian, now the Divine Calculator... It seems I have no choice but to fight the Celestial Dao.’

’Against an ordinary person, I might have some confidence. But my opponent is the Celestial Dao, the continent’s number one powerhouse. The slightest mistake, and it will send me to my grave.’

With a deep sigh, Long Ao knew he had no choice but to agree. He then asked curiously, "Senior Divine Calculator, this Divine Calculation Dao you mentioned... can it be used to divine anything?"

"No. There are three things you cannot divine. First, you cannot divine heaven’s will. Second, you cannot divine your own fate. Third, you cannot divine the fate of a person of destiny. You are such a person. I aggravated my injuries precisely because I tried to force a divination of your fate."

’So that’s how it was.’

’Not being able to divine my own fate is a bit of a letdown. Still,’ Long Ao thought, growing excited, ’once I cultivate the Divine Calculation Dao, I’ll at least be able to foresee any danger that might befall my family or clan.’

"Long Ao, cultivating the Divine Calculation Dao will also benefit your own Cultivation. Now, quiet your mind and comprehend."

Before Long Ao could even react, a terrifying power surged into his mind. Not daring to be the least bit careless, he immediately began to comprehend it. He knew this was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, and he had to seize it.

After a full three hours, the Divine Calculator let out a breath, his voice weak. "I have imparted the entire essence of the Divine Calculation Dao to you. Whether you can comprehend it and walk this path to its end will depend on your own destiny."

"Thank you, Senior Divine Calculator, for granting me this opportunity."

"It is fate that brought us together. I will also teach you the method to open the Chaos Stele. I hope you will be able to comprehend the Martial Arts hidden within."