How could the Hongmeng Realm be so easy to reach? But the Demon Emperor's courage in making this decision already showed that he had truly awakened.
He was no longer the Demon Emperor Daochen of old, confined within himself.
He now understood the true nature of the world. The Primordial World did not belong to him alone, but he could still add his own bricks and tiles to it.
He could not protect the Primordial World forever, but he could use his strength to hold up a stretch of sky for it.
Just as Demon Emperor Daochen had said, he wanted to become a pillar supporting the heavens.
Everyone had their own choices to make. The Demon Emperor's task was not to force them to choose, but to set an example.
He wanted the people of the Primordial World to understand.
He had anchored his spirit in the Primordial World, and he hoped its people would also find an anchor for theirs.
Human Sovereign Fuxi's voice followed close behind the Demon Emperor's.
"Your Majesty has given so much to the Primordial World. All of us who live here should follow your example. I, Fuxi, cannot become that pillar supporting the heavens, but I am willing to take on Laying the Foundation Stone, offering what little strength I have for the Demon Emperor and the Primordial World."
"Though my strength is lacking and my aptitude is poor, I am still willing to forge ahead with courage and diligence, and not fail Your Majesty's expectations."
The inhabitants of the Primordial World spoke up one after another.
"We are willing to follow Your Majesty and build a flourishing age for the Primordial World together."
Sensing the hearts of his people, Demon Emperor Daochen was thoroughly pleased.
"If we unite our hearts and strength,