"Great Sage Chapter"
Hearing Zhang Yu's guess, Wild Ox, who hadn't spoken for a long time, finally spoke up, "Indeed—I've always had a sense of dissonance, a feeling that the history related to the Demon Saint is somehow out of place with the current Kunxu."
"If it's World Rollback, then it makes sense."
The Wild Ox said in a heavy tone, "A large amount of history related to the Demon Saint has been rewritten, and the lost history that has been passed down has various contradictions with the true history of Kunxu."
Zhan Xian asked in confusion, "But since a rollback has already occurred, who recorded these lost records?"
Sect Examination Clone sneered, looking at the "Feather Scroll" that appeared before him, and said, "Isn't it right before our eyes? If we can use the Scripture to transmit messages, then naturally others can do the same."
"Throughout the long history of Kunxu, generation after generation of holders of the Book may have secretly recorded those lost histories, those experiences that should have been swept away—experiences that no longer exist in this world."
"Some of this content may have been completely lost for various reasons, while some has survived the rollback period and has gradually been passed down."
Upon hearing this, Zhang Yu nodded slightly in agreement, then sighed, "If our guess is true, it means that the Supreme Immortal Artifact capable of reversing worlds has a history of creation that is longer than we imagined."
Zhan Xian said, "Indeed, judging from the eras these Demon Saint experienced, they are clearly from eras far earlier than the current era ruled by the Ten Immortal Emperors."
"Then there are only two possibilities: either the current Ten Immortal Emperors have existed for a far longer period of time than we originally estimated."
"Or perhaps, before the Ten Immortal Emperors, someone possessed the power to World Rollback, repeatedly preventing the Demon Saint from altering the world. If that's the case, then we don't know who the original creator of this Supreme Immortal Artifact was, or how it ultimately ended up in the hands of the Ten Immortal Emperors."
As Zhang Yu gazed at the lines of text that recorded a lost history, a thought suddenly occurred to him, "I wonder if the Dao Orthodoxy created by these Demon Saint still exists?"
"If the Dao Orthodoxy they founded still exists, and given that they may have been born earlier than the current Ten Immortal Emperors, then perhaps even the current Ten Immortal Emperors would not have mastered the Dao Orthodoxy created by these Demon Saint."
While pondering, Zhang Yu had already begun to comprehend the functions that the "Great Sage Book" exhibited after being integrated with the "Feather Scroll".
A new chapter, titled "The Great Sage Chapter," had appeared in the "Feather Scroll."
Zhang Yu thought to himself, "According to the Immortal Ancestor's message, the Book was used to record and connect the Dao Orthodoxy from ancient times to the present. Is this Great Sage Chapter specifically used to record and connect the Dao Orthodoxy of the Demon Saint?"
Zhan Xian said, "You want to parasitize the Dao Orthodoxy of these Demon Saint?"
Zhang Yu nodded slightly and said, "The progress of seeking the Dao in the [Cosmic Dao Orthodoxy] is already 100%. The remaining Grand Dao Essence, plus the books I will collect in the future—will be enough for me to parasitize a second Dao Orthodoxy."
"And the only Dao Orthodoxy that are relatively safe, like the [Cosmic Dao Orthodoxy], are perhaps the Unclaimed Dao Orthodoxy left behind by these Demon Saint."
"However, we need more information about these Demon Saint Dao Orthodoxy, as well as related Immortal Dao Technique, before we can possibly..."
"The current book collection is a good opportunity to do this as well."
Zhang Yu continued to study it and gradually figured out what the power of the "Great Sage Chapter" was.
According to the "Great Sage Chapter," it involves building one's own spiritual world and continuously replicating one's own thoughts to form a spiritual incarnation.
"But based on my years of knowledge about the Spirit Realm, the so-called spiritual world is the Spirit Realm, and the so-called spiritual incarnation is an incarnation of the Spirit Realm."
Zhang Yu thought to himself, "That makes sense. The so-called Spirit Realm is a spiritual world jointly created by the Ten Great Sects. The spiritual world that this ' Great Sage Chapter ' aims to create is actually the prototype of the Spirit Realm, a small-scale Spirit Realm."
In Zhang Yu's view, "The Great Sage Chapter" can construct a Spirit Realm node with itself as the center.
By using this point to communicate with the Spirit Realm, he can easily disguise his identity and origin, and even use the Spirit Realm avatar within it as his alternate account.
"Externally, they can provide me with a Spirit Realm Internet Water Army that is completely obedient to me."
"Internally, I can create a Spirit Realm that belongs entirely to me and that I can control."
With this in mind, Zhang Yu had already decided to integrate the Dark Spirit Realm built by Fu Ji, and then use this Spirit Realm to gradually cover his own Immortal Grotto-Heaven.
The Sect Examination Clone exclaimed, "We have independent spaces, layered structures, and even an independent Spirit Realm! Our Grotto-Heaven is increasingly resembling a miniature Kunxu. This is the foundation for our ascension!"
Zhang Yu sensed the independent Spirit Realm gradually enveloping the Immortal Grotto-Heaven and thought to himself, "The current ' Great Sage Chapter ' can create 3 to 5 Spirit Realm avatars for me every day. At the same time, as the independent Spirit Realm operate, their range can expand day by day, eventually covering the entire Immortal Grotto-Heaven."
"If there's a chance to upgrade it, perhaps it could be used in other wonderful ways, like how the ' Immortal Foundation Chapter ' used books to accelerate the path to enlightenment."
While Zhang Yu's main body was comprehending the newly acquired "Book," his numerous clones were also handling various official duties for him.
For example, Zhang Yu's inbox is currently overflowing with emails, with new Cultivation Method Copyright being granted to him for free.
Zhang Yu diverted a wisp of his consciousness to peruse these free cultivation Cultivation Method, thinking to himself, "These are all worthless Cultivation Method. I just want them to be selected for my Chain Law Diagram to further expand the market."
"Indeed, it's too rare, and the Cultivation Method itself is extremely valuable. Even if it's integrated into the Chain Law Diagram, most cultivators still can't afford it."
At the same time, Zhang Yu also received a message from Gao Chongguang.
Gao Chongguang: Zhang Yu, recently many people have expressed interest in investing in the real estate of Immortal Grotto-Heaven. How do you think we should select the best candidates?
Zhang Yu already had a plan in mind, and he replied, "Prepare to sell the land. Sell the few plots of land I've fenced off for 100."
They will be granted the right to use the land for a certain number of years, but the sale cannot be based solely on who pays the most; the developer's construction plan after the purchase must also be considered.
"It must be compatible with the overall transportation hub, and the specific plans must be written into the contract."
Zhang Yu understood all too well the nature of the cultivators High Cultivator Kunxu; they were absolutely driven by the principle of making money in the most lucrative and simplest ways possible.
If left unchecked, these High Cultivator would likely engage in rampant speculation on their land in the Immortal Grotto-Heaven, then continuously resell it to newcomers at inflated prices, ultimately leaving behind a scene of utter devastation.
Gao Chongguang replied, "Don't worry, I understand."
He lamented, "In the past two years, I've visited many of the sect's hidden Grotto-Heaven and seen far too many unfinished projects where people swindled money and then ran away. So much vast land that was embezzled has just been wasted."
"I will never let this happen here."
While exchanging words with Gao Chongguang, Zhang Yu suddenly received another communication request from Dugu Ming.
Facing the Palace Master of the Heavenly Observation Hall, a senior Ascension Realm cultivator, Zhang Yu naturally wouldn't be negligent and immediately sent a wisp of his consciousness to communicate with him.
Looking at Zhang Yu's projection before him, Dugu Ming felt a mixture of envy and jealousy. "This kid—he was actually entrusted with such an important task by the Immortal Emperor."
As the Palace Master of the Heavenly Observation Hall, Dugu Ming controlled a large amount of intelligence within the sect, and was naturally very familiar with Zhang Yu's recent performance.
Facing Zhang Yu at this moment, he couldn't help but remind him, "Minister Zhang, the Immortal Emperor entrusted you with such an important responsibility not so that you would abuse his prestige."
"Many things, as our subjects, we should find our own solutions, instead of always trying to bring in the Immortal Emperor— "
Zhang Yu said, "Did the Immortal Emperor tell you that? He and I didn't say that."
Dugu Ming snorted coldly and said, "How could the Immortal Emperor Immortal Emperor say such things to you? These are things we, as his subjects, should understand and be considerate of him—"
The next moment, Zhang Yu's mind stirred.
Door! Open!
Boom! With the doors on the Layer 33 slamming open, Dugu Ming was forced to his knees by the impact.
Dugu Ming: "Your humble servant respectfully welcomes the Immortal Emperor's arrival----"
He was instantly thrilled, thinking to himself, "The Immortal Emperor has personally descended to see me?!"
But the next moment, Zhang Yu's projection said, "The Immortal Emperor didn't come; I opened the door."
Dugu Ming was shocked and was about to retort when he saw Zhang Yu's projection clasp his hands together, and the door to the Layer 33 suddenly disappeared.
Then Zhang Yu clapped his hands again, and the gate reappeared in front of Dugu Ming.
Zhang Yu said, "The last time I met the Immortal Emperor, he granted me the Immortal Emperor gate restrictions, allowing me to meet with him at any time."
Seeing this, Dugu Ming was suddenly shocked. "Could it be that before—it wasn't the Immortal Emperor who temporarily opened the door to the Layer 33 for Zhang Yu? Or could Zhang Yu open the door himself at any time?"
"I've toiled for the Immortal Emperor for so many years, yet I've never even been to the Layer 33. And this kid has already obtained the key to the Immortal Emperor's house? And can come and go as he pleases?"
Gazing at the gate that appeared and disappeared repeatedly under Zhang Yu's control, Dugu Ming couldn't help but say, "Outrageous! Is this how you play games with people? Stop it!"
Zhang Yu casually replied, "Isn't a door just for opening and closing? Let alone opening and closing it, I'm even planning to use this door to defend myself if we're attacked—"
Dugu Ming couldn't help but glare at Zhang Yu, but when he thought about how Zhang Yu had so carelessly toyed with the door he had been dreaming of, he fell silent again.
Zhang Yu continued, "Palace Master Dugu, if you have a different opinion, why don't you come up with me and ask the Immortal Emperor?"
"You don't have that permission, do you?"
Dugu Ming felt another pang of pain in his heart, thinking to himself, "Damn it—my upward social skills can only penetrate up to Layer 25, but this kid is already at Layer 33."
"Why should I? If I were so favored by the Immortal Emperor Immortal Emperor, I would never abuse the trust he placed in me."
Unwilling to dwell on this topic any longer, Dugu Ming could only reiterate his purpose and get straight to the point. "Minister Zhang, now is not the time to discuss such trivial matters."
"Have you decided on a direction for the Chain Law Diagram you're going to create next?"
Upon hearing this, Zhang Yu's heart stirred, and he asked, "Palace Master Dugu, do you have any opinions on this matter?"
"I wouldn't dare," Dugu Ming said. "It's just that some immortals are very concerned about this—"
After a quick exchange with the other party, Zhang Yu gradually understood what they meant.
"Many immortals hope that I can create Chain Law Diagram that is universally applicable, ideally one that every cultivator can use."
"And they hope—"
Zhang Yu asked Dugu Ming, "Do you wish to increase the comprehension, talent, and aptitude of all cultivators?"
"Indeed." Dugu Ming said with a worried expression, "Minister Zhang, haven't you noticed that the cultivators of today are getting worse with each generation? In recent years, how many of the cultivators who have been able to the Ascension Realm, Tribulation Transcendence Realm, or Refining Void are not veterans?"
"Among the new generation of cultivators, very few can break through to the Refining Void, and even fewer can make contributions to the path of immortal cultivation."
"The sect has invested heavily in training Lower Cultivator, yet this is the result; therefore, it is necessary to enhance their abilities—"
Zhang Yu almost laughed in anger upon hearing this. Was the difficulty for this new generation of cultivators to climb the ranks due to a lack of ability?
Zhang Yu didn't believe that Dugu Ming was unaware of the reason; in his view, it was merely a pretext.
Dugu Ming continued, "Kunxu is too comfortable now. The Lower Cultivator can support themselves simply by working. Unlike us in the past, we had to fight and risk our lives to survive!"
"Now that we have this opportunity to create Chain Law Diagram, we should increase the potential of all beings in and around Kunxu, and get the Lower Cultivator involved in this process—"
Zhang Yu neither agreed nor disagreed with Dugu Ming's suggestion.
Dugu Ming then said, "Currently, my Myriad Laws Sect happens to have several Basic Cultivation Method that are very suitable for transforming Lower Cultivator. Minister Zhang, could you take a look and see if they can be combined into a Chain Law Diagram?"
Zhang Yu thought to himself, "Here it comes—as expected, they're going to recommend the Chain Law Diagram to me again?"
At the same time, Dugu Ming added, "If Minister Zhang is willing to make sacrifices for the sake of all living beings, the interests of the sect, and the assets of the Immortal Emperor..."
Many immortals are willing to lend you a hand for this contribution, even giving you some promotion opportunities.
"At that time, putting aside everything else, it won't be a problem to have 10 more Refining Void cultivators under your command—"
Upon hearing this, Zhang Yu's heart stirred, and he understood what the other party meant.
Within the sect, there are far more monks than porridge, and every promotion and every vacant position requires fierce competition.
Even with Zhang Yu's current influence, it would take a lot of time and resources to cultivate 10 Refining Void cultivators.
However, the other party was willing to give up 10 Refining Void positions for him, as long as he included the Cultivation Method recommended by the other party in the Chain Law Diagram.
Upon hearing this, the avatar of the Sect Examination Clone was intrigued. "Does this mean... they're going to give up 10 Refining Void positions for us? Then we'll have 10 more Refining Void Sect Affairs Officer under us, 10 people who can legislate, support us, and elevate Law Article to Law Edict."
Sect Examination Clone analyzed, "Moreover, this is probably far from their bottom line."
Dugu Ming said, "Minister Zhang, please think it over carefully. You can also make your specific requests."
Shortly after Dugu Ming and Zhang Yu exchanged messages, Lie Jinghong from the Dharma Realm faction also sent a message to Zhang Yu.
This sect Heavenly Prodigy who participated in the legislation with Zhang Yu had once chatted happily with Zhang Yu during the Lawmaking Training because of his reverence for the Immortal Emperor.
At that moment, the other party said, "Minister Zhang, the millions of cultivators in the world have suffered from the lack of medicine for too long."
"Whether it's treating injuries, promoting cultivation, or enhancing work capabilities, all sorts of treatments and elixirs are consumed every day. Over the years, this adds up to a considerable expense for any cultivator. And the main profits don't even go to the Immortal Emperor. How can we build a good sect if this continues?"
"We selected several Cultivation Method from the Dharma Realm database that are most suitable for improving physical condition and reducing the burden on medical care."
"If this could be used to create Chain Law Diagram, making cultivators more resilient and less susceptible to injury, it would greatly benefit the sect's productivity—"
Zhang Yu listened attentively to the other party's remarks and eventually learned their bargaining chips.
"Can one Cultivation Method position be exchanged for five legislative positions?"
"If I choose two Cultivation Method, I can gain control of 10 legislative positions? Even the Dharma Realm Sect would find it difficult to achieve that, right? They would probably have to make deals with other factions, and it might not be possible to do it in one go, but rather in two or three attempts—"
Moreover, Zhang Yu heard from the other party that the terms of the deal could be further negotiated, and that more chips could be added.
Subsequently, more and more cultivators whom Zhang Yu knew came to him, each offering different suggestions.
"Some wish to improve the aptitude of all living beings, some wish to Longevity of all people, and some wish to enhance the resilience of their souls and prolong the lifespan of their Soul Cultivator after death—"
Zhang Yu could sense that the forces making those suggestions not only wanted to install Cultivation Method and gain benefits, but also wanted to influence the effectiveness of the Chain Law Diagram Cultivation Method.
"These forces seem to understand that the effects of Cultivation Method have a profound impact on the effectiveness of the Chain Law Diagram."
Zhan Xian sighed, "But these Chain Law Diagram, each seemingly for the good of all living beings, will only make Kunxu more and more chaotic as cultivators become stronger, live longer, and be more resilient."
"Given Kunxu's current overall structure, any strengthening or benefit to those Lower Cultivator will ultimately only redirect the High Cultivator."
"No matter how we try to strengthen the Lower Cultivator, it will only lead to Lower Cultivator being exploited more cruelly, resulting in the Immortal Class gaining more benefits and becoming even more powerful."
The Sect Examination Clone said, "This is inherently a privilege of the High Cultivator. If the Lower Cultivator cannot assist the High Cultivator or direct their interests towards High Cultivator, then the Lower Cultivator have no meaning to exist for the High Cultivator!"
"Or are you talking about the Zhan Xian? You want us to create a Chain Law Diagram that turns all cultivators into useless trash?"
Amidst the internal debate, Zhang Yu turned his gaze to another book.
After this Middle-Grade Book was integrated into the "Feather Scroll," records of lost history also appeared on the "Feather Scroll."
Zhang Yu read through the contents and summarized, "The Heavenly Tribulation Dao Orthodoxy punishes the wicked throughout the world."
"The Karmic Dao Orthodoxy brings about karmic retribution, punishing evil and promoting good."
"The Apotheosis Dao Orthodoxy selects and bestows titles upon gods based on their virtue, thus creating Divine Dynasty on earth—"
All sects in the land have been disbanded, and their Cultivation Method are now under the unified management of the Divine Dynasty.
Zhang Yu's heart stirred. "The seven Lightning Tribulation I've endured, and the label of 'unparalleled Paragon of Goodness,' all seem to be related to this lost history."
Zhang Yu continued reading, thinking to himself, "This Divine Dynasty, which should have left a glorious page in history and created all sorts of great achievements, encountered numerous crises before its birth, and with one failure after another, it completely disappeared from history."
Wild Ox said, "Like the Demon Saint, this Divine Dynasty probably perished in repeated cycles of decline, ultimately becoming a lost history."
As Zhang Yu read the words in the "Feather Scroll," he seemed to see a fog of history surrounding Kunxu, where someone was constantly stirring up historical changes and altering the direction of Kunxu's progress.