Han Xuanji did not respond.
The Heavenly Emperor continued:
I asked where the door was, and he said, "If you are destined, you will find it."
Han Xuanji's fingertips traced the rim of the cup, releasing the aroma of the tea.
He could naturally see the hesitation in the Heavenly Emperor's words, but he did not press further—the existence of the Hunyuan Wuji Realm was shrouded in mystery, and the Anchor of the Other Shore left by the Dao Ancestor was not something that could be easily spoken of.
Moreover, the clues left by the Dao Ancestor for this kind of secret are very well hidden, and the Heavenly Emperor may truly not know them.
Perhaps someone of the Supreme Dao Venerable, would know more clearly.
Han Xuanji already had some guesses in his mind. The Heavenly Emperor's strength was not enough to support the protection of this secret, and knowing too much was not necessarily a good thing.
The Devil Ancestor's scheme in the Immortal Realm was not solely aimed at the Immortal Realm's origins; it was likely more about the secret of transcendence.
The Supreme Dao Venerable and others did not leave Chaos, partly to accumulate strength and partly to silently protect the Immortal Realm, preventing certain top beings in Chaos from breaking off relations and making a move.
Han Xuanji didn't ask any more questions. He would only start thinking about transcendence when he reached the limit of Hunyuan Wuji.
Moreover, he could find the trail without the Heavenly Emperor needing to tell him.
This is probably something even the Heavenly Emperor and the Dao Ancestor could hardly imagine, right?
He was far from reaching the Hunyuan Wuji Perfection, yet he had already accomplished what Dao Ancestor at the Hunyuan Wuji Perfection could do.
After a moment of silence, the Heavenly Emperor broke the silence, his expression shifting from calm to solemnity.
"Fellow Daoist Han, we just discussed the secret of transcendence. There is something I must tell you—this matter concerns your safety, and even more so, the survival of the entire Immortal Realm."
Sure enough, people don't visit temples without a reason.
The Heavenly Emperor revealed so many secrets because he had something in mind.
Han Xuanji was not surprised. His gaze fell on the Heavenly Emperor's face, and he slowly nodded.
"Fellow Daoist, please speak."
" The Devil Ancestor is not content."
The Heavenly Emperor lowered his voice even further, his tone carrying a barely perceptible hint of solemnity.
"Since you suppressed the Lord of Myriad Voids, Fellow Daoist, the Devil Ancestor has not restrained his schemes. Instead, he has been secretly traveling through the various realms of Chaos, inciting various forces, with his target being you and the Immortal Realm."
Han Xuanji's expression remained unchanged, only his eyebrows were slightly raised.
He had long anticipated that the Devil Ancestor would not let the matter rest, but he had not expected that the other party would so openly incite various forces.
After all, most beings in the Hunyuan Wuji Realm are proud and solitary individuals, and they would never be easily driven by the Devil Ancestor unless there was sufficient temptation.
What did he use as bait?
The secret to transcendence.
The Heavenly Emperor spoke slowly and deliberately, his tone tinged with helplessness and wariness.
" The Devil Ancestor proclaims that the Immortal Realm holds the ultimate method for transcending Chaos, and that you, Han Xuanji, are the 'successor' chosen by the Dao Ancestor, possessing the transcendence techniques left behind by the Dao Ancestor. It is even rumored that the treasures you possess are among the keys left by the Dao Ancestor to open the gate to transcendence."
At this point, the Heavenly Emperor paused slightly and added:
He also deliberately exaggerated your strength and ambition, claiming that you want to monopolize the origin of the Immortal Realm, refine the great Dao of all heavens, and that once you break through to the Hunyuan Wuji, you will turn all the Chaos beings into resources for your Dao attainment.
Even more ridiculous, he lied and claimed that you might be the reincarnation of Immortal Ancestor, destined to slaughter all the Chaos Devil God in this life...
"Of course, I know that you have no connection with the Immortal Ancestor, nor do I know the secret of the Dao Ancestor's transcendence..."
The Heavenly Emperor felt somewhat apologetic; this was indeed an undeserved misfortune for Han Xuanji.
The other party repeatedly intervened to protect the Immortal Realm, but now they are being implicated instead.
Upon hearing this, Han Xuanji's lips curled into a smile, but there was no anger in his eyes, only understanding.
"That's in line with the Devil Ancestor's style. He uses the secret of transcendence to lure people in, and rumors to incite them. He wants to use various forces to eliminate me, this variable, while also reaping the benefits, weakening the strength of the Immortal Realm and the Chaos Realm, and finally taking action to reap the rewards."
Han Xuanji said calmly:
"Perhaps this time we might finally see the Devil Ancestor in person."
"What you say is absolutely right, fellow Daoist."
The Heavenly Emperor nodded, his expression growing increasingly solemn.
"Now, he has incited many forces, and many Hunyuan Wuji are already stirring within the Chaos."
"There are also the Jealous Devil God of Jealousy and Hatred wields the Great Dao of Jealousy, and the Devil God of Blood Slaughter who controls the Great Dao of Slaughter, all of whom have expressed their intention to lead their armies to the Immortal Realm to attack you, fellow Daoist, and seize the secret of transcendence."
Each Hunyuan Wuji Being governs a powerful force, controlling numerous realms within the Chaos, with some even controlling more than one Wuji World.
This time, Han Xuanji, or rather the Immortal Realm, may truly be facing off against countless powerful beings from the Chaos.
The secret to transcendence is enough to drive people mad.
"Oh?"
A glint of light flashed in Han Xuanji's eyes as he said:
Who is the strongest among these people?
"They're all opportunists..."
The Heavenly Emperor's tone carried a hint of disdain, yet also a sense of helplessness.
After all, the strength of the Immortal Realm is not what it used to be. If it weren't for the secret protection of the two Dao Venerable, Taishang and Yuanshi, it would probably have been devoured long ago, leaving not even ashes.
"It's rumored that someone from the Myriad Worlds Merchant Alliance will also make a move..."
A hint of apprehension flashed in the Heavenly Emperor's eyes as he said:
"Since the beginning of Chaos, countless years have passed, and that Merchant Venerable Juntian is undoubtedly an ancient being from the same era as the Immortal Ancestor. He is even more powerful than the Lord of Myriad Voids, and has controlled the largest trading alliance in Chaos for countless years. He has even nurtured more than one Hunyuan Wuji being. He himself is considered by many to be among the strongest in Chaos."
Upon hearing this, the aroma of tea for enlightenment within the hall seemed to freeze for a moment.
Han Xuanji's gaze sharpened slightly; the name wasn't entirely unfamiliar to him.
In Lin Feng's simulation, the Myriad Worlds Merchant Alliance made an appearance, and he later specifically learned about this force.
It's far more powerful than he initially imagined.
Even among those who possess the Hunyuan Wuji, there are several, the weakest of whom are comparable to the Lord of Greed. And the Merchant Venerable Juntian is undoubtedly a terrifying existence even more powerful than the Lord of Myriad Voids at his peak.
"Such a powerful expert..."
Han Xuanji frowned slightly and said:
"He was actually lured by the secret of transcendence? With his abilities, surely he can find a way to transcend?"
"It is precisely because of such profound understanding that one becomes increasingly obsessed with transcendence, and will pursue every method of transcendence, preferring to kill the wrong person rather than let one go."
The Heavenly Emperor sighed bitterly and said:
"In the Chaos, the more ancient the existence, the more it fears the arrival of the end of Chaos, and the more it suffers from the inability to make any progress in its current realm."
Merchant Venerable Juntian, who oversees the Myriad Worlds Merchant Alliance, has seen countless treasures and Dao Fruits, yet he has never dared to take this step rashly. Now, having heard of the secret to the Dao Ancestor's transcendence, he naturally will not let it pass him by.
He knew in his heart that the Devil Ancestor's move was a decisive blow.
Inciting the powerful beings of Chaos to attack would have thrown an ordinary Hunyuan Wuji Realm into disarray.
However, Han Xuanji didn't seem too flustered, which reassured the Heavenly Emperor somewhat.
"Since you've informed me of this, you must already have a plan in place?"
Han Xuanji looked at the Heavenly Emperor, his tone calm, yet carrying an air of composure.
The Heavenly Emperor gave a wry smile:
"Although I rule the Heavenly Court and have several Hunyuan Taiji Realm experts under my command, as well as several elders to assist me... it is still difficult to contend with the powerful beings of Chaos."
"I've come here for two reasons: first, to inform you of the Devil Ancestor's conspiracy, and second, to discuss countermeasures with you."
Han Xuanji remained silent for a moment, then understood; they must have run out of options.
It seems the pressure from the powerful beings of Chaos is indeed quite immense; even the Supreme Dao Venerable and his ilk may find it difficult to withstand this torrent.
However, what the Devil Ancestor said was not entirely false; he did indeed Dao Ancestor.
Indeed, the other party guessed correctly by accident; even the Heavenly Emperor probably didn't expect that...