"Thank you, Master~"
Having received Yuanshi Tianzun's promise, Huang Long was trembling with excitement.
He knew that his hope had arrived.
His opportunity had descended.
As long as his cultivation reached Grand Unity Golden Immortal Perfection, Laozi would step forward, and his own Path to Heaven would open as well.
As for failure—
Huang Long had considered that too, but he also knew that even failure would not leave him worse off than he was now. At the very least, his strength would truly improve.
Seeing this, Yuanshi Tianzun did not waste any words. With a wave of his hand, he said, "Leave!"
"I have agreed to your request, but what happens next will depend on your own performance and effort."
"Yes!"
"Yes!"
After responding, Randeng and Huang Long did not dare delay. They bowed to Yuanshi Tianzun, then turned and left the Jade Void Palace.
After they departed, Yuanshi Tianzun could no longer suppress the smile on his face. The corners of his lips rose as he said, "Not bad, not bad~"
"So long as nothing goes wrong, my Chan Teachings will gain two more Half-Saint-level combatants in the future."
"If Huang Long truly becomes the Dragon Emperor and unifies the Four Seas Dragon Race, then it may not be impossible after all~"
Outer Chaos!
Li Yun followed Laozi here.
As far as the eye could see, dazzling starlight lay below in the form of a Star Domain. Above was a boundless expanse of Chaos. Even at its edge, countless chaotic currents raged within. Their terrifying power made Li Yun's scalp tingle, leaving him at a loss.
"So this is Outer Chaos?"
"It truly is perilous beyond measure!"
Li Yun muttered to himself, feeling immensely fortunate.
Had Laozi not protected him, reaching this place with his current strength would