A Word of "Sovereign" Carries the Weight of Ages! The Immortal Sect Opens, the Devil Venerable Arrives

As it turns out, what you consider safe may not actually be safe.

Chen Dengming believed he had been cautious enough and had eliminated risks to the greatest extent possible. To this end, he even used the power of the Human Heart Hall, a Dao artifact, to explore the deepest secrets of people's hearts.

But when faced with a Dao-merging expert who has 'become the Dao himself' personally setting a trap, all his precautions and caution seem pale and powerless, utterly useless.

Fortunately, the existence of Dongfang Huayuan and the Human God Hall provided an opportunity for redress.

According to Dongfang Huayuan, if the seeds of Buddha Guai are completely eradicated now, it will not only alert the enemy but may also lead them to devise other schemes.

The best approach is to remain unchanged in the face of all changes, and then intercept the opponent the moment they take action.

This argument sounds quite prudent.

The key issue, however, lies in whether the methods of Dao Integration Great Power can be instantly intercepted once they take effect.

If not, it's very likely that his role as the medium for carrying out this will also come to an end.

At this moment, inside the Human God Hall, Chen Dengming had also entered as a figure through his Divine Sense.

Dongfang Huayuan said impatiently, "Besides the method I mentioned, what other good methods do you have? If you want to eliminate this seed of power now, I can help you solve it easily."

But once the problem is solved, Buddha Guai will inevitably realize it, and what methods he will use then is beyond our knowledge.

Chen Dengming was inside the Human God Hall, and he could use the capture light projected from the Human God Hall to lock onto the power seed left behind by the Buddha Guai.

If it were up to his own strength, he wouldn't even be able to detect it, let alone lock onto it.

At this moment, within the light of capture, a seed of power resembling a flower petal could be clearly seen within his mind.

This seed of power contains no Divine Sense or consciousness, making it difficult to detect. Now that it has been locked onto, Chen Dengming senses a faint yet familiar, unique aura.

"This is... Daoist charm?" Chen Dengming hesitated.

Dongfang Huayuan asked in surprise, "I didn't expect that you, at only the Nascent Soul Realm, could actually discern the Dao rhythm? However, this isn't Dao rhythm, but rather Dao power..."

"Daoist power?"

"Daoist Rhyme is the power at the Spirit Transformation level. After Spirit Transmutation Dao Lord comprehends Daoist Rhyme and integrates it into their own Spirit Transformation Law Power, they can unleash incredible power that is close to the Great Dao. This is one of the reasons why they are called Your Majesty."

However, this power is only close to the Great Dao, but it is not the true power of the Dao.

True Dao power can only be cultivated by those who have reached the Dao Integration Great Power. You can understand it as the power difference between a true Golden Core Cultivator and False Core Cultivator, or between Nascent Soul Cultivator and a Nascent Soul cultivator, but the actual difference is even greater than these two..."

Chen Dengming nodded solemnly.

Since it was a seed of power condensed from Dao energy, it's no wonder he couldn't detect it.

This seed of power may have been implanted in the depths of a person's mind and soul through some kind of Technique Method means, and it just so happens to be countered by the Dao artifact like the Human God Hall.

Otherwise, if it were a different kind of power manifested through a different Technique Method, the Human God Hall might not be effective.

Having clearly observed this seed of power, Chen Dengming, after careful consideration, still preferred not to alert the enemy.

He has now discovered his opponent's methods; all the threats they pose are right before his eyes, while the opponent remains unaware that they have been detected.

If this seed of power is eliminated, and Buddha Guai uses other methods, it will be difficult for him to detect and defend against them.

However, even if no cleanup is carried out, necessary protective measures must still be taken to protect one's own life.

"Senior Dongfang, I agree with your plan, but this is, after all, the power of the Dao, and there may be crises that I cannot understand or prevent."

To be on the safe side, this junior wishes to borrow the Human God Hall for a while. With the Human God Hall guarding my mind, any danger can be quickly resolved. I wonder what Senior thinks?"

Fifteen minutes later.

Chen Dengming completed communication with the Sha Star Dongfang Huayuan, and the two reached a preliminary consensus on cooperation.

Dongfang Huayuan will send a wisp of his spirit along with the Human God Hall to follow Chen Dengming into the Shattered Heavenly Immortal Realm.

This fragment of spirit will exist alongside the Human God Hall within Chen Dengming's Sea of Consciousness, serving to protect Chen Dengming at crucial moments.

Although Dongfang Huayuan did not directly provide the Human God Hall, Chen Dengming was already satisfied with this achievement.

After all, the Human God Hall is a Dao artifact, and both of them are inheritors of the Human Immortal Orthodox Lineage.

To reassure Dongfang Huayuan by handing over the Human God Hall to Chen Dengming is akin to having Chen Dengming hand over the Human Heart Hall to Dongfang Huayuan.

Neither of them would readily hand it over.

The tacit understanding between the two is that Chen Dengming has little interest in the Human God Hall, Dongfang Huayuan has little interest in the Human Heart Hall.

This is why the two have always gotten along peacefully and even cooperated on many occasions, mainly because they have taken different paths.

However, although protective measures have been taken, Chen Dengming still intends to inform the First Ancestor Lu Xiucheng and Qu Shenzong of the details of this matter, so that these two ancestors can be prepared.

Not only that, but as a precaution, Chen Dengming would also have Dongfang Huayuan secretly observe all the other cultivators brought into the Shattered Heavenly Immortal Realm through the power of the Human God Hall, in order to prevent others from becoming the medium chosen by the Buddha Guai.

After all, if he were to use such methods to interfere in the war, he wouldn't put all his eggs in one basket; he would definitely make two or even three contingency plans.

The agreed-upon time, the time it takes for an incense stick to burn, soon passed.

The Sha Star Dongfang Huayuan also successfully sent a wisp of his spirit, along with the Human God Hall, into Chen Dengming's Sea of Consciousness.

This process wasn't particularly difficult.

As long as Chen Dengming's mind does not resist, Dongfang Huayuan can use the power of the Human God Hall to enter the depths of his mind and hide there.

Just as Chen Dengming could use the power of the Human Heart Hall to silently invade the depths of other people's hearts.

This moment.

The Human God Hall guards the mind and spirit.

The Human Heart Hall guards the soul.

Chen Dengming felt safer than ever before.

He once hated the Sha Star spirit residing on the stone pillar in the Human God Hall and tried every means to defeat it and obtain the Dao text.

Unexpectedly, we now need to borrow the power of the Sha Star's divided spirit, and the two need to cooperate closely in their minds.

This truly shows how unpredictable life is, how things happen by chance, and how things are never static.

Chen Dengming returned to the hall, gathered everyone, and then contacted the First Ancestor to prepare to lead everyone into the Shattered Heavenly Immortal Realm.

During this process, the Sha Star Dongfang Huayuan also secretly observed the thirty-two Nascent Soul True Lord through the power of the Human God Hall, and finally gave Chen Dengming a reassuring answer.

"No problems have been found with them so far."

"Temporary?"

"If Dao Integration Great Power possesses any immortal techniques or methods, then their abilities are ever-changing. How can one say there are absolutely no problems? However, in my opinion, even if someone becomes the target of Dao Integration Great Power, it depends on whether they have the qualifications."

Chen Dengming was speechless for a moment, unable to find the words to refute.

For Dongfang Huayuan to say such things was to flatter him greatly, and it seemed that the other party had also suffered two losses at the hands of that Buddha Guai, so he was much more cautious now and dared not speak too confidently.

Soon, the sky above Longevity Peak was filled with swirling clouds and wind.

Streaks of azure light appeared in the Sky Dome, spreading across most of the heavens like a vast, magnificent silk ribbon. Suddenly, a cloud drifted in, like a giant umbrella shielding the blazing sun. Upon closer inspection—

But what appeared to be a huge face was shockingly real.

The moment that majestic face appeared, many Nascent Soul True Lords on Longevity Peak bowed and paid their respects.

"Greetings, Longevity Dao Lord!"

On the Thirteen Peaks of Longevity, many disciples and followers of the Longevity Sect worshipped the First Ancestor as if he were a deity, their shouts as loud as mountains and seas, creating a tremendous atmosphere.

Many disciples, who had lived for over a hundred years, were seeing the manifestation of the First Ancestor for the first time. Upon seeing that enormous face, they were all overwhelmed with excitement, prostrating themselves on the ground and chanting the praises of the Longevity Dao Lord.

Chen Dengming witnessed all of this and was filled with emotion.

The Longevity Sect was founded by its first ancestor thousands of years ago. It has weathered many storms and sheltered all its disciples, and even protected the entire Longevity Dao Domain.

For the Longevity Dao Domain, the Longevity Dao Sect is truly a living deity.

But now, the First Ancestor is nearing the end of his life, and in his battle against the Outer Realm Devil Venerable, he has already made up his mind to die.

If such a living god were to perish.

If he, as the Longevity Sect Leader, hadn't died back then, could he have shouldered the heavy responsibility of the Longevity Sect?

Chen Dengming honestly admitted that he lacked that confidence.

At this moment, the phantom images of the Second Palace of Longevity appeared in the eyes of the Primordial Ancestor in the air, and a vast and majestic voice was simultaneously transmitted to the ears of all the Nascent Soul True Lord in the Longevity Hall Square below.

"The Immortal Sect is about to open, Outer Domain Evil Cultivator will make a comeback. This time, the Battlefield will be in the High Antiquity Heavenly Immortal Realm. Fellow Daoist Qu and I will spare no effort and fight to the very end."

In this operation, we have divided the region into four major War Zone. My friend Qu and I have appointed Chen Dengming, the Martial Fighting Longevity Lord, as the commander of the Southern War Zone. He will lead twenty of you to guard the south. Do you have any objections?"

This vast and majestic voice reverberated in the ears of all the Nascent Soul True Lord, forming a series of awe-inspiring roars.

Upon hearing this, everyone turned their attention to Chen Dengming.

Gongye Xingyun Sword Sect Gongye Chenghui, and Mou Dalong, the previous Island Master of Divine Turtle Island, are both Nascent Soul Perfection cultivators. Among the more than thirty people, they have the highest cultivation level, and their Strength Realm, and seniority even surpass Chen Dengming.

But at this moment, when the two recalled Chen Dengming's many achievements in the past and thought about the special nature of the Heavenly Immortal Realm, they had no objections.

Gongye Chenghui a deep breath, his face solemn, and bowed respectfully, offering his congratulations.

"Gongye Chenghui of the Xingyun Sword Sect Gongye Chenghui pays respects to the Head Master!"

"Mou Dalong from Divine Turtle Island pays respects to the Headmaster!"

With these two leading the way in bowing, the other Nascent Soul True Lord, who were already well-versed in Chen Dengming's reputation, would not object at this moment and all bowed in greeting.

"Lou Zhen, the Iron Armor Sect Lou Zhen, pays his respects to the Chief!"

"Yu Mu and Huang Yue from Gourd Sword Island pay their respects to the Head Master!"

"Evil Spirit Sect Gu Tian greets the Headmaster!"

"Geng Wanjun of Dream Rain Gate pays respects to the Head Master!"

The sounds echoed in front of the Longevity Hall, their momentum seemingly transforming into glory, clearly audible to all the elders, deacons, and disciples of the Thirteen Peaks of Longevity.

Immediately, everyone was filled with excitement, their eyes shining with eager anticipation.

The previously oppressive pre-battle atmosphere was instantly swept away.

For a long time, disciples of the Longevity Sect were synonymous with low combat strength, until the arrival of Chen Dengming.

This Dao Child has repeatedly demonstrated extraordinary abilities, and his powerful combat strength has spread throughout the Eastern Region, the Four Regions, the Four Seas, and even beyond. He has earned the great title of Fighting Longevity Lord, changing the unbearable situation of the Longevity Sect's weak combat strength.

Now, all these patriarchs of Immortal Sect Dao Gate are paying their respects to the chief disciple with heartfelt admiration. How can this not be inspiring?

Chen Dengming looked at the many True Lords were bowing in greeting and tried his best to remain calm.

When he first entered the Cultivation World, he managed to become the head of a gathering Gathering Place for Rogue Cultivator. He was very excited at the time because it represented more benefits and resources as well as a better status, which would change his predicament.

But now, these titles of "First Seat" represent his responsibility.

Chen Dengming raised his hands to the crowd, bowing solemnly from right to left and then from left to right, saying, "Thank you all for your kind words! I will do my utmost!"

In the air, the illusory images of the two halls of lifespan in the eyes of the First Ancestor shone with two beams of light.

The radiance shone down onto Longevity Peak.

Chen Dengming looked at Xing Huiguang, He Yingyu, and the other elders standing in front of the Longevity Hall and nodded.

"Senior Brother Xing, Yingyu, elders, the Longevity Sect is now in your hands."

Xing Huiguang nodded solemnly and bowed, "Junior Brother Chen, rest assured, I await your triumphant return."

He Yingyu suppressed her worry and reluctance, and bowed to the elders.

"We respectfully bid farewell to our sect leader and all our seniors, wishing you all a victorious campaign and a triumphant return!"

With a smile, Chen Dengming summoned the Longevity Jade Seal. After activating the Immortal Celestial Dao Power, the Longevity Jade Seal shone brightly, merging with the Immortal Celestial Dao Power formed by the First Ancestor activating the Second Palace of Life.

Instantly, a wave of ethereal power enveloped all thirty-two people present.

A group of people quickly rose into the air, riding the clouds and mist, like immortals ascending to the celestial realm, and all plunged into the cloud-like face and eyes.

Four days passed in the blink of an eye.

Within the Shattered Heavenly Immortal Realm.

In the Southern War Zone, amidst a magnificent stone forest with thousands of peaks, oddly shaped rocks, each the size of a small hill, lie scattered across the hillside.

Chen Dengming led twenty Nascent Soul True Lord, who were stationed here in various places. Above them were layers of gray, broken walls that pierced the sky like wolf fangs, flashing with lightning.

A solemn and tense atmosphere continued to brew in this place, making people's hearts tremble.

Since leading a group of Nascent Soul True Lord into the Shattered Heavenly Immortal Realm four days ago, the entire force resisting the Evil Cultivator from the outer realms has been completely united.

Including the thirty-five people brought in by Xuan Chenxiao from the Tiandao Sect, plus Su, Qiao, Mo, Yu, and the other four, a powerful army of seventy-three Nascent Soul True Lord was formed.

According to the arrangements of the First Ancestor Lu Xiucheng and Qu Shenzong, these seventy-three people were divided into four major War Zone: East, South, West, and North, led by Xuan Chenxiao, Chen Dengming, Su Yan Yan, Mo Jiazheng, and Qiao Zhaoxian respectively.

Among them, except for the Northern War Zone, where Mo Jiazheng serves as the chief and Qiao Zhaoxian as the deputy chief due to Qiao Zhaoxian's insufficient Strength Realm, the other three War Zone are all led by Chen Dengming and others who are inheritors of the Immortal Celestial Lineage. Only in this way can everyone be guided to exert their strongest combat power in the Shattered Heavenly Immortal Realm.

Over the past four days, Chen Dengming first reported to the First Ancestor and Qu Shenzong about the cooperation with the Sha Star Dongfang Huayuan, asking the two elders to check for any omissions and to carefully investigate whether any of the other seventy-odd people had also been affected.

He then led twenty men from the Southern War Zone under his command to quickly familiarize themselves with the southern terrain in order to better deal with the Outer Domain Evil Cultivator who were about to arrive.

Today, the celestial phenomena are even more chaotic. According to the guidance of the First Ancestor Lu Xiucheng, the Immortal Sect of the outside world will open today, and Outer Domain Evil Cultivator will arrive.

Chen Dengming and other commanders from various War Zone were on high alert, ready to fight the enemy.

"My collaboration with the Sha Star was not opposed by the First Ancestor and Senior Qu. They acknowledge the power of the Human God Hall and the Sha Star's divided spirit, which is sufficient to extinguish the Buddha Guai power within one's mind."

Chen Dengming sat cross-legged on a huge rock that stood a thousand feet tall, resembling a ferocious beast or a strange ghost, its menacing presence ready to pounce. His gaze was deep. "But regarding the other seventy-two people, neither the two progenitors nor the Sha Star, who mobilized the power of the Human God Hall, detected any problems."

Is there really no problem, or was it simply not discovered? This matter is suspicious.

Chen Dengming pondered for a moment, then slowly closed his eyes. A flash of Silver Light appeared in his heart, and the inner fire representing himself stabilized. His State of Mind quickly returned to normal, his doubts dissipated, and his State of Mind was undisturbed.

This strange thought had been lingering in his mind for the past four days, and it was gradually developing into a crack that would cause fear and apprehension in his heart, which was very inappropriate.

The saying goes, "Bodhi has no tree, the bright mirror is not a stand; there is nothing of substance, so where can dust alight?"

A person may not have made any mistakes, but because you believe they have, you relentlessly scrutinize their every word and action, nitpicking and finding fault. Naturally, you will find fault with them, but this behavior itself reveals a problem within yourself.

The same applies to searching for the Buddha Guai; one should not be too obsessed with them, lest one lose one's own composure.

Since both of the first ancestors were aware of this matter, they must have taken precautions.

Chen Dengming felt relieved and completely at ease.

At that very moment, a series of booming sounds suddenly came from high above.

But the wind and clouds shifted and changed, as if thunder had gathered its strength and roared like a mountain collapsing and the earth splitting. The gale gathered the dark clouds, like driving countless black dragons, which surged and crashed furiously in the Sky Dome, suddenly tearing open a huge gap.

Within the gap, a magnificent phantom of an Immortal Sect appeared. Within the Immortal Sect, figures exuding powerful spiritual auras rapidly emerged, a sight that shook the very soul.

Among those figures exuding powerful spiritual aura, a burly man in black, radiating a terrifying aura, stepped out of the Immortal Sect, creating ripples with overwhelming killing intent and a long laugh!

"Long-lived old tortoise, young Qu, I am here! Are you prepared to die?!"

The sound was so immense that it was like a hurricane sweeping across the heavens and earth, causing the universe to tremble and the wind to howl. A huge dark cloud expanded rapidly from the person's body like an explosion, its immense power completely shattering the peace of the Heavenly Immortal Realm that had lasted for many years, causing people to feel apprehensive.

"They're here!"

A chilling light flashed in Chen Dengming's eyes. He stood up, and with a single, swift motion, the massive Soul-Reaping Bow Staff flew out and landed in his palm.

Around him, figures rapidly spread their spiritual power, calling out to the head seat and taking their places in unison.