Chapter 1024 - 959: Do You Really Want to Understand the Heavenly Dao?

From Di Liuxin’s narrative, these Dharma Aspect creatures were all created by the Celestial Beings, with means of control embedded within them.

"Do you think these means include the ability to arbitrarily control life and death?"

Yin Wang suddenly spoke up unexpectedly.

As soon as these words were spoken, a chilling sensation ran through the hearts of those listening.

Because everyone present thought of one thing: both Celestial Beings had a history of rebelling, backstabbing the current Heavenly Dao back then, and now, they plan to pull down the Heavenly Dao and take its place themselves.

How could It possibly make the same mistake again, or give anyone else a chance to oppose It?

Therefore, the best way is to embed a means of arbitrary control.

"I guess the Faceless Ones might not be much different."

Yin Wang continued to speculate, as they had witnessed that entity descend upon Yan Yi back then.

If even a body can be arbitrarily taken, what more about controlling life and death?

This also explains why the Celestial Beings would choose to trust these creations of theirs, rather than choose them.

"This world does not permit the creation of perfect beings, and though Celestial Beings are born from this world, do you think they must also adhere to this rule?"

The Old Daoist suddenly spoke, seemingly illuminated by a sudden insight.

Wuxian immediately understood and responded, "When we were strategizing, we used the beings of the Heavenly Dao to subdue the Heavenly Dao, simply because the Heavenly Dao originates from beings, weakening beings is like weakening the Heavenly Dao."

The Heavenly Dao is the culmination of beings; calamities of beings are inescapable even for the Heavenly Dao.

Quan Xiaotong obviously understood too, especially since his idea was even bolder.

"If the Celestial Beings created these monsters, conversely, wouldn’t exterminating these monsters also inflict serious harm on the other side?"

"The idea is bold but worth examining."

Yin Wang glanced at the other with a touch of admiration.

When they collectively attacked Yan San, despite the terrifying level of damage inflicted, the opponent was still able to recover.

However, these beings shouldn’t possess such abilities, as formidable life force as they have, it must be rooted in something.

Power should have a source, not be adrift like rootless duckweed.

Yan San’s group, and even ordinary Faceless Ones, all share a common trait: almost limitless life force, which is highly questionable.

If they possess such life force, their bodies shouldn’t be so fragile.

One look at Han Yu and it’s evident; his life force is equally extreme, as the six who recently aided his recovery can attest to, not to mention the people from Central Continent.

However, his formidable life force is underpinned by an equally formidable body.

With Han Yu as an example, it’s easy to identify the anomaly with the Faceless Ones.

"Indeed, that’s the case!"

The Artifact Spirit suddenly spoke with a thoughtful expression.

It just recalled something, "Both the dog and I have tried using the plunder rule against these creatures, but strangely, nothing could be taken."

This has always been a perplexity for it; considering they’ve killed over a hundred creatures with the West River Slash, yet nothing has yielded.

"So could it be inferred that their power all comes from the Celestial Beings?"

Quan Xiaotong spoke suddenly, causing everyone to shiver with fright.

But on further thought, it seemed not without reason; thus explaining why the plunder rule could gain nothing since it wasn’t applied to anything substantial.

This group is merely utilizing power, rather than possessing it themselves.

Therefore, this is the most terrifying aspect.

"Unexpectedly, even power is not something They wish others to possess."

Yin Wang, Wuxian and others turned pale, the thought was terrifying, They intend not only to end the world, but also to tightly lock power within a cage.

Everything can only come from Its granting.

No, it should be said, its charity.

The thoroughness of this is astonishing, is it a sign of insecurity?

Afraid that what They once did will one day happen to themselves.

"Then if based on these conditions, perhaps exterminating these monsters could indeed harm the Celestial Beings."

Yin Wang pondered, if that’s the case, then there’s a chance.

Yan Yi and Jingzhe’s group are problematic, yes, but the creatures below aren’t as tricky!

They can gather a group and it’s possible to surround and kill these monsters.

"But Yan Yi and Jingzhe’s groups are troublesome."

Wuxian couldn’t help reminding, just like now, they dare not appear for fear of attacks from both sides.

At this level of combat, they can’t hold their own.

Those who could, are currently unconscious.

From Han Yu’s outburst that day, it would indeed inflict great damage on the opponent.

But the price was considerable, almost costing him his life.

So, they easily dismissed this approach.

It’s too difficult to implement; it requires separating these groups and tackling them one by one, at the risk of their lives.

"If Han Yu could gain Qi Fortune, just how strong would he become?"

Yin Wang couldn’t help shifting his gaze to the Artifact Spirit, among them, it was likely the most knowledgeable on this topic.

Regarding this, the Artifact Spirit pondered deeply.

Honestly, Han Yu’s strength leaps were always unpredictable, making it difficult to reach a conclusion.

No one knows, if all Qi Fortune were satisfied, just how powerful Han Yu could be.

"At the very least, unless a Celestial Being intervenes, he would certainly be able to protect himself."

It dared not exaggerate, fearing any oversight.

This group of madmen would, because of its exaggerations, already drag it to deal with Yan San and Yan Si, let alone what craziness might ensue if it inflated things further.

"Then it’s worth taking another gamble."

Even though he spoke casually, it surprisingly sparked confidence within this group. Yinwang spoke first, and then the others appeared deep in thought.

"Why not deliberate a bit more?"

Quan Xiaotong lifted his eyes to look at Yinwang. Before coming here, they already had an in-depth conversation; if it weren’t for the interference caused by Di Liuxin’s matters, they might have continued to chat.

"Indeed, we should consider this further. This Qi Fortune might truly be the key to breaking the stalemate."

Wuxian nodded in agreement.

The group spoke all at once, leaving only Di Liuxin sitting on the ground, lost in thought.

At this moment, he fully understood that he was, in fact, a fool. He lacked the cunning of others, and even more so lacked their strength.

He was used as a tool and abandoned, ending up in such a predicament.

"Then isn’t my cultivation lost for nothing!"

He mumbled mournfully, wondering why the other three could betray him, leaving him to face harm alone.

He also wanted to defect, wanting to reclaim his cultivation!

Alas, when he looked up, he found the once crowded place empty; the group had quietly left without notice.

No one cared about him anymore.

The dimly lit cabin was once again filled with sobs.

He cried like a thousand-year-old child.

...

When Han Yu awoke again, he found himself lying by the roadside, with the wise elder’s serene face beside him.

"Did I sleep for a long time?"

He couldn’t help but jump up in surprise.

"No worries, your body has already returned to the Endless Sea Domain."

The wise elder knew what worried him and explained with a smile.

Han Yu exhaled slightly in relief, finally sitting by the wise elder’s side.

After a moment of silence, the wise elder spoke first.

"Are you very tired?"

Rarely did the wise elder have such an earnest conversation.

Han Yu remained silent; claiming not to be tired would be dishonest.

From initially wanting to stay out of trouble, he gradually became involved in helping Central Continent.

He was entangled deeper and deeper.

Looking back, he had been a small pharmacist going everywhere to refine pills for survival, and now a thorn in the celestial beings’ side.

With his own strength alone, he’d help keep Central Continent alive till now.

Yes, he was truly tired.

"The multitude of beings in this world owe you so much that this cause and effect is beyond what the Heavenly Dao can bear."

The wise elder spoke with a moving expression.

Han Yu half-jokingly teased, "You guys aren’t going to turn kindness into enmity with me, right?"

The wise elder was not in the mood for banter today, and spoke with a strange expression, "What if the Heavenly Dao offered a place to you?"

Han Yu was indeed startled, leaping up from the roadside in shock, exclaiming, "Don’t make empty promises to me, I don’t care for that broken position, whoever wants it can have it!"

If the Artifact Spirit were here, maybe it would buy into the wise elder’s words, but Han Yu certainly wouldn’t.

He couldn’t even fathom the struggles that went into vying for the position of Heavenly Dao, wondering if it was really that desirable.

The wise elder spoke with a smile that wasn’t quite a smile, "What if you could claim that position any time just by asking?"

Did Han Yu need to fight for it?

No need!

He had the Heavenly Dao backing him from above, and the multitude of beings supporting him from below, creatures from both life and death willing to submit.

The wise elder found it amusing; two celestial beings had plotted for nearly ten thousand years, spending all efforts for a position, only for a young man to come along who could claim it with a single word.

Of course, he didn’t truly think Han Yu had it easy; compared to those two, Han Yu ultimately had some advantage.

"Forget it, I don’t want the wastrel’s possessions; I’m just waiting for Central Continent to overcome difficulties, living my own life."

Han Yu shook his head.

Sometimes, he really thought the wastrel quite pitiful, being trapped like this, not even able to stay in the Soul Realm but having to run outside.

There’s no need to fight over its belongings.

"Sometimes it’s not about whether you want it, but rather you must accept it."

The wise elder sighed unexpectedly.

Just like Han Yu initially, didn’t he also want to stay out of it? Yet in the end?

Was he able to do so?

"If one day, the Heavenly Dao ceases to exist, tell me, if you don’t step up, who will?"

This was no longer a question of Han Yu wanting or not wanting it.

Han Yu showed a startled expression and quickly interrupted.

"Don’t scare me like that; I was thinking of leaning under a big tree for shade, to have some carefree days."

What does it mean for the Heavenly Dao to vanish?

Can you even say something like that?

Aren’t you afraid of the consequences?

"Do you want to truly understand the Heavenly Dao?"

The wise elder suddenly smiled radiantly and asked.