The Human Race is one of the top races in the upper realm, and was once a race blessed by the Heavenly Dao, producing many powerful beings.
However, after the invasion of the Devil Race race, the Heavenly Dao order no longer favored any particular race.
Over time, the strength of the Human Race inevitably declined.
Nevertheless, even a starved camel is bigger than a horse.
Today, the Human Race still firmly occupies nearly half of the vast territory of the Upper Realm, ruling over the Ten Immortal Domain and billions of living beings. Its overall strength remains a colossal force that cannot be ignored among all the races of the heavens.
In contrast, the Demon Race has grown increasingly powerful since the Golden Crow Divine Race united with many ancient races to establish the Supreme Demon Court.
The arrival of powerful Demon Race from various Immortal Domain has strengthened the Demon Court, but it has also brought about sharp internal conflicts. The need to divide territory and resources inevitably leads to infighting.
To resolve the internal strife, the Immortal King Tianyao's solution was simple: let them fight and vie for it themselves.
The Human Race, with its vast territory and declining strength, naturally became the best target.
Or rather, it was inevitable.
This news sent shockwaves through the Immortal Realm.
Within the Human Race territory, various forces reacted differently, and uproar arose everywhere.
Within a celestial palace shrouded in mist, several figures exuding profound auras are engaged in a game of chess. The intricate chessboard seems to reflect the state of the heavens.
"A single projection can slay Huntian? Among the Human Race who cultivate the Dao of Stars and Stars, those with such cultivation are few and far between, and their recent whereabouts can all be verified."
" The Demon Court's words are full of loopholes; they are merely a pretext for their nefarious intentions."
An old Daoist priest, holding a whisk, slowly placed a piece on the board, his tone calm, but a glint of shrewdness flashed in his eyes.
Opposite him, a middle-aged man with an imposing presence snorted coldly:
Whether it was done by someone from my clan or not is no longer important.
The important thing is that the Demon Court needs this excuse, and our Human Race has become their target for establishing their authority and diverting internal conflicts.
Along the border, the provocations from the Demon Race have noticeably increased in recent days.
Another refined-looking man dressed as a scholar sighed softly:
"With a formidable enemy at hand, the Demon Court's plan, though crude, is ruthless enough."
They calculated that we were unwilling to easily start a full-scale war, and used this as an excuse to gradually press forward and erode our interests.
The most urgent task is how to respond, not getting bogged down in who the murderer is.
At this moment, the old Daoist priest holding the whisk's gaze became distant, and his voice deepened:
"External threats must be addressed, but internal problems deserve even more attention."
Since our glorious High Antiquity, our Human Race has seemingly possessed a vast territory, but in reality, it is like a heap of loose sand.
If this continues, how can we possibly contend with the unified and cohesive Demon Court?
Do you all still remember what the ancient texts record... In High Antiquity times, the Heavenly Emperor ruled the heavens, his power overwhelming the universe; while the Human Emperor governed the world, ruling over all people, gathering the Human Dao Fortune. He held the supreme position of our Human Race, whose status was comparable to the Heavenly Emperor and no less than the Lord of the Nether!
The middle-aged man frowned. "Brother Wanxu, do you mean... Human Emperor?"
This old Daoist priest was named Lin Wanxu, Daluo of the Heavenly Secrets Dao.
The middle-aged man was an elder of the Spirit Void Heavenly Palace named Jiang Shentong.
A glint of light flashed in the scholar's eyes. "If we can find the current Human Emperor, gather the scattered Human Dao Fortune, and unite all forces, our Human Race can regain its High Antiquity cohesion and fear no challenge!"
The scholar-official was no less distinguished; he was the patriarch of the Astonishing Excellence Palace, and also Daluo Immortal King of the Human Race.
The old Daoist priest nodded slightly, and a chess piece fell from his fingertip with a crisp sound, as if setting a certain tone:
" Human Race's fortunes have reached their peak and are now declining. If it does not wish to decline completely, a restorer is needed."
Upon hearing this, the others nodded in agreement.
Although there are frictions between the various forces in the Ten Immortal Domain of the Human Race.
But when it comes to matters of principle, they can still distinguish right from wrong.
Spirit Void Heavenly Palace, Myriad Phenomena Garden.
At this moment, Han Xuanji couldn't help but ponder.
His move has brought forward the clash between the Human Race and the Demon Court.
However, this is not much different from the future he had previously predicted.
"But the Demon Court shouldn't be a major calamity for Human Race."
Han Xuanji felt that the deeper he cultivated the Dao of Fate, the more unfathomable it seemed.
"Our strength is still too low, and we haven't seen enough of the future."
Han Xuanji didn't dwell on it, attributing all the problems to insufficient strength.
After encountering that powerful being above the Great Daluo in the River of Fate, he realized that these conflicts in the Upper Realm were probably no different from children playing house in the eyes of these powerful beings.
To put it bluntly, neither racial destiny nor survival can affect them.
Of course, even if they can't be affected, these entities will still take action in secret, but they are so well hidden that ordinary people can't detect them at all.
Perhaps those powerful figures at the Daluo level will receive some news.
With this in mind, Han Xuanji continued his cultivation.
Let's reach the peak of Perfected Taiyi Golden Immortal cultivation first.
On the other side.
In the Spirit Void Immortal Domain, at a certain Reception Hall.
"The quality of the ascendants this time seems to be quite good."
"Yes, perhaps due to the war between immortals and demons, the mortal realm has also given rise to many talented individuals."
Several voices could be heard talking.
Hearing the commotion, the many ascendants in the Reception Hall looked in the direction of the sound.
Looking at the several extraordinary cultivators from the upper realm, they instinctively became wary.
Lu Fan spoke first:
Who are you?
"We are from the Nine Heavens Army, generals under the Immortal Lord Jiuxiao."
As soon as he finished speaking, many of the ascended beings seemed to be deep in thought.
The lower realms where they resided were mostly invaded by Devil Race or Demon Race, and those who were able to ascend had all experienced many battles.
"The upper realm is teeming with powerful beings, and the competition is fierce. Even for those of you who have ascended, it is difficult to find a suitable mentor. Now that the war between immortals and demons is raging, why not join my Nine Heavens Army, make a name for yourself, and your time will surely come?"
The atmosphere inside the Reception Hall suddenly became subtle.
Many ascendants showed interest on their faces, as they were not entirely unaware of the situation in the upper realm while living in the lower realm.
Beings from the upper realm naturally have a great advantage over them, not only in terms of more talents but also in terms of background and connections.
If what this person says is true, then having a foothold and a way to acquire resources would be quite good.
The war between immortals and demons is dangerous, but it is also an opportunity to rise rapidly and establish great achievements.
Many ascendants possess a certain pride; if they can fight their way out of the lower realms, why can't they fight their way out of the upper realms?
However, Lu Fan and the others were not so naive. The three exchanged a glance and saw caution in each other's eyes.
Thanks to Han Xuanji, they also picked up some of the Daoist philosophy of survival of the fittest.
Lu Fan stepped forward, cupped his hands, and asked:
"Thank you for your kind offer, seniors. May I ask what the rules are for joining the Nine Heavens Army? What duties are involved? And what resources can one obtain?"
He asked his questions clearly and logically, with neither servility nor arrogance.
The leading Nine Heavens Army cultivator was a middle-aged man clad in gleaming silver armor, exuding a sharp aura. He glanced at Lu Fan, a hint of admiration flashing in his eyes:
"The charter is simple: registration, signing a spiritual contract, and being bound by my military regulations."
As for their duties, they naturally follow orders, resist the Devil Race, and deal with other enemies when necessary.
As for resources...
He paused, then raised his voice slightly.
" Cultivation Method, elixirs, immortal stones, and even the opportunity to obtain advanced inheritances can all be exchanged based on military merits!"
I, the Nine Heavens Immortal Venerable, am a powerful figure among the Taiyi Golden Immortal, backed by the Immortal Dao Alliance. How could I possibly lack resources?
It's a hundred times better than figuring it out on your own!
His words were filled with confidence and allure. His gaze swept over the crowd, lingering for a moment longer on Lu Fan, Lin Potian, and Nangong Wenjian, three ascendants whose auras were clearly more refined.