" Second Brother..."
Di Jun slowly turned his head to look at Eastern Emperor Taiyi, who was almost out of control beside him, his voice hoarse:
"... obey the laws and decrees of our Dao Ancestor."
Those four words seemed to have exhausted all his strength.
Eastern Emperor Taiyi trembled violently and looked sharply at Di Jun.
Their eyes met.
In Di Jun's eyes lay an unfathomable despair and resolute determination.
Eastern Emperor Taiyi understood.
He understood the deeper meaning in his Elder Brother's eyes: the Dao Ancestor had been chosen, and there was no way to change it.
To resist now would only lead to death.
The only option is... to endure!
We must endure until the great calamity begins, until we face the final battle against the Witch Clan!
If we can win then, there is still a chance for things to turn around.
If we fail... then everything will be in vain. To whom will the Chaos Bell belong? What meaning will it hold?
Eastern Emperor Taiyi deep breath, forcibly suppressing his surging anger and frustration.
He slowly lowered his head and bowed to Dao Ancestor Hongjun:
"Disciple... obeys."
And at this moment.
Xuandu was overjoyed!
It's done!
As expected, the Dao Ancestor... did not refuse!
Instead, we will postpone this matter until after the Great Tribulation!
Xuandu instantly understood the profound meaning behind this!
The Dao Ancestor had already foreseen that Eastern Emperor Taiyi would die!
Once the Eastern Emperor falls and the Chaos Bell is left without a master, it will be a natural progression for Xuandu to be awarded the Xuandu, and no one can stop it!
As for why I helped him...
Xuandu's eyes flickered slightly, his mind racing.
Is it because he Seize a Thread of Life for Human Race, Establish Martial Dao, Gather Fortune, thus aligning with the Heavenly Dao and the inevitable rise of Human Race?
Or is it because... the Dao Ancestor wants to use him to balance the Great Wilderness world and lay the groundwork for the future Investiture of the Investiture of the Gods Tribulation?
Xuandu had no idea.
But he knew one thing!
From this moment on, a tacit understanding had begun to form between him and the Dao Ancestor.
The Dao Ancestor needed this variable.
He also needed the Dao Ancestor's tacit approval to fight for Glimmer of Hope for himself and the Human Race!
Win-win!
"Thank you, Dao Ancestor!"
Xuandu immediately bowed, his voice sincere:
"Disciple will humbly obey the Dharma decree!"
Dao Ancestor Hongjun nodded slightly and said no more.
He glanced at the crowd and said calmly:
"That's enough for today."
Di Jun and Eastern Emperor Taiyi felt a chill run down their spines and bowed in agreement:
"I will obey the decree of the Dao Ancestor!"
The Twelve Ancestral Witches also looked solemn and cupped their hands, saying:
" The Witch Clan obeys."
The Six Sages bowed in unison:
"Your disciple obeys."
Dao Ancestor Hongjun nodded slightly, and his figure slowly faded away.
The Dao Ancestor departed.
The terrifying pressure between heaven and earth slowly dissipated.
But that invisible constraint still exists, reminding everyone.
The outcome today is decided.
"Snort."
Yuanshi Tianzun snorted coldly, gave Xuandu a deep look, flicked his sleeve, and transformed into a beam of Jade Purity Immortal Light, disappearing without a trace.
Laozi also nodded slightly to Tongtian, and the purple aura drifted eastward.
Empress Nuwa sighed softly, Seven-Colored Rosy Clouds filled the sky as she returned to her Wa Huang Palace.
Jieyin and Xuandu Jieyin Zhunti a glance, then bowed respectfully to Tongtian and Xuandu with their limbs joined together.
" Senior Brother Tongtian, Nephew Xuandu, today's business is settled, and we two monks will take our leave now."
Having said that, the two transformed into golden light and returned to the West.
All Six Sages departed.
In the arena, only Tongtian, Xuandu, Myriad Human Race, the Demon Court, and the Witch Clan remained.
The atmosphere remained heavy.
Di Jun took a deep breath, looked at Tongtian and Xuandu, and said in an icy voice:
" The Sage Tongtian, Xuandu Vice Sect Master."
"We, the Demon Court, have taken note of what happened today."
He paused, then said, word by word:
"The outcome will be revealed in the great eon."
Having said that, he said no more, turned around, and flicked his sleeve:
"Return to the palace!"
"Boom!"
The remaining starlight of the Zhou Tian Star Dou Great Array slowly receded, the Demon Court Palace disappeared into the void, and Myriad Demons retreated.
In a short while, the area where the Demon Court was located was reduced to an empty Heavenly Domain.
Only the lingering starlight, not yet completely gone, tells the story of the breathtaking confrontation that had just taken place.
Before leaving, Eastern Emperor Taiyi gave Xuandu a deep look.
Xuandu remained calm, meeting his gaze without backing down.
Until the Demon Court completely disappeared.
"Call..."
The Sect Leader Tongtian breathed a sigh of relief, turned to look at Xuandu, his eyes filled with admiration and emotion:
"Good lad..."
"Your actions today have truly made me look at This Master in a new light..."
Xuandu bowed and said:
"This disciple has been reckless and has caused Master much trouble."
Tongtian waved his hand slightly and said:
"It's alright."
"You are seeking justice for the Human Race, This Master, I should naturally support you."
He paused, looking down at the Myriad Human Race below, a complex emotion flashing in his eyes:
"However... although the Dao Ancestor did not severely punish him, he did establish a ten-thousand-year prohibition."
"For the next ten thousand years, you and the Human Race... must be careful with your words and actions."
Xuandu nodded and said:
"Disciple understands."
Tongtian nodded slightly and then looked in the direction of the Witch Clan.
Di Jiang grinned, carrying his giant axe:
" Sage Tongtian, today's spectacle was truly delightful!"
"However, the Dao Ancestor has given orders, so we must also return to prepare."
His gaze shifted to Xuandu, a hint of appreciation flashing in his eyes:
" Young Friend Xuandu, your actions today are truly gratifying!"
"If needed in the future, my Witch Clan... may be willing to cooperate with you."
Upon hearing this, the expressions of the Ancestral Witches varied.
Gong Gong, Zhu Rong, and the others' eyes gleamed, clearly indicating their interest.
Houtu's eyes were clear as she softly said:
" Fellow Daoist Xuandu, your dedication to helping Human Race make a living is truly admirable."
"Although our Witch Clan does not cultivate the Primordial Spirit, we still respect such heroes."
Xuandu bows:
"Many thanks to Ancestral Witches for their kindness."
"Perhaps there will be an opportunity for cooperation in the future."
Di Jiang laughed loudly:
"Okay! It's settled then!"
"Farewell!"
Having said that, the Twelve Ancestral Witches erupted with their Blood Qi, transforming into Twelve Blood-Colored Streams of Light that tore through the void and returned to Buzhou Mountain.
The Witch Clan... also retreated.
That concludes the discussion.
The Demon Court retreated, the Witch Clan left, the Sage departed, and the Dao Ancestor Foregone Conclusion.
Only Xuandu and the Human Race remained, standing in the void, gazing at the gradually calming Heavenly Domain, silent for a long time.
"Master..."
The Suiren Shi and Two Others leaped forward, tears welling in their eyes, their voices choked with emotion:
"Our Human Race... finally..."
Xuandu turned around and looked down at the Myriad Human Race.
Every face was etched with excitement, pride, and... hope.
A century of forbearance, a century of grief and indignation.
Today, we have finally earned a word of "justice" from the Dao Ancestor, a bowing of the demon race, and a re-examination of the Human Race by all the Great Wilderness Myriad Races!
This was the Glimmer of Hope he had secured for Human Race!
"Let's go back."
Xuandu spoke slowly, his voice gentle:
"These ten thousand years... are Human Race's last chance to develop."
His gaze swept over the Suiren Shi and Two Others, and he said, word by word:
"Issue my decree!"
"From this day forward, Human Race shall devote itself to the cultivation of martial arts, the development of civilization, and the strengthening of itself!"
"Ten thousand years from now, when the great calamity begins... I will Human Race possess the strength to contend with all other races!"
"I will show all living beings in this Great Wilderness world what I'm about to do!"
" Human Race are not ants!"
The roar was deafening, etched into the hearts of every Human Race!
"I will obey the decree!"
Myriad Human Race roared in unison, their voices shaking the Nine Heavens!
My Blood Qi Soaring to the Heavens, my will is as strong as a dragon!
At this moment, the soul of Human Race... has fully awakened!
In the void, the Sect Leader Tongtian stood with his hands behind his back, the phantom of the Qingping Sword hovering behind him, and the Myriad Immortals Array Diagram appearing and disappearing.
He watched Xuandu lead the Myriad Human Race away, a look of satisfaction lingering in his eyes.
This child... truly surprised and delighted him.
It was stunning.
A century has passed in the blink of an eye.
Tongtian still remembered that when he first met Xuandu on the East Sea Coast, Xuandu was just an Human Race.
But who could have imagined it?
A mere century.
This child has grown up to be so mature!
At the Golden Immortal of the Origin Peak, Sword Slaying Ran Deng, subdued the Black Tortoise, embraced the Kunpeng, Establish Martial Dao, and united the Human Race...
Today, leading Myriad Human Race, they marched straight to the Demon Court, forcefully confronting the Zhou Tian Star Dou Great Array, and forcing Di Jun and Eastern Emperor Taiyi bow their heads.
Furthermore, he remained neither humble nor arrogant before the Dao Ancestor, and sought justice for the Human Race!
Each and every one of these incidents is shocking and unbelievable.
Which one of them isn't going against the will of Heaven?
"Good... very good..."
Tongtian's lips slowly curved into a smile, his eyes flashing with Sword Light, full of admiration.
This is truly his Tongtian disciple!
This is what Jie Sect Vice Sect Master should look like!
Seize a Thread of Life, Defy Fate, contend with all races, and debate with Sage!
What heroic spirit! What courage!
"This child's future... is limitless."
Tongtian muttered to himself, a vague premonition already in his heart.
Xuandu's achievements are probably far more than this.
Perhaps... one day, this child will truly be able to touch the Primordial Daluo Golden Immortal?
The thought flashed through his mind, and Tongtian himself was slightly taken aback.
He then shook his head and chuckled.
Judging from the fact that Xuandu has reached the Golden Immortal of the Origin Peak in a hundred years, it doesn't seem too difficult... right?