However, the Supreme Divine Venerable was somewhat displeased.
"Afraid?"
The Supreme Divine Venerable spoke in a stern voice, his hoarse tone carrying countless years of pent-up resentment and unwillingness.
"Back then, I dared to prove the Dao with force, transcending Chaos and confronting the Chaos Will head-on. What have I ever been afraid of?"
He suddenly took a step forward, and an Hunyuan Wuji pressure far exceeding the Primordial Chaos swept over the world. However, it was not aimed at Han Xuanji. Instead, it conveyed an extreme sense of catharsis, causing the entire Sea of Great Dao Origins to tremble.
What he feared was not the power of the Chaos Will, but the possibility of repeating past mistakes, the fear that even if he gave it his all, it would all be for nothing, and the fear that he wouldn't even have the right to seek revenge.
Han Xuanji stood quietly in place, easily blocking the oppressive force. His face remained calm and composed, as if he had already anticipated the reaction. He slowly added:
"Of course you're not afraid, senior. I was just saying it casually."
But have these predecessors, who have remained hidden for hundreds of millions of years, truly content to remain silent forever?
Are you willing to watch the Chaos Will continue to control all living beings, and watch those beings who, like their predecessors, harbor aspirations of transcendence, repeat the mistakes of their predecessors?
These words, while seemingly gentle, were actually firm, offering the Supreme Divine Venerable a way out while simultaneously striking at his sore spot and obsession.
The reason he was severely injured by the Chaos Will back then, and how failure and hiding gradually dulled his edge, never extinguished the unwillingness in his heart.
The Supreme Divine Venerable's aura gradually calmed down, and the anger in his eyes faded, replaced by a deep complexity.
He stared at Han Xuanji for a long time. This junior, though still young, surprised him with his courage. He had the courage to face the Chaos Will, as well as clear-headed planning. What was even more rare was that his Dao heart was clear and seemed to have little scheming in it.
In particular, Han Xuanji's words, "I wish that all living beings in the Chaos world could have the right to freely seek the Dao," stirred the heart of the Supreme Divine Venerable.
After a long while, the Supreme Divine Venerable slowly closed his eyes. When he opened them again, there was no hesitation in his eyes. The pressure of the Hunyuan Wuji Perfection was calm and profound.
"You little rascal, you sure know how to provoke me."
The Supreme Divine Venerable's voice was hoarse, but now carried a hint of cheerfulness, devoid of its previous weariness and loneliness.
"I admit that I did hesitate just now. After all, I don't want to go through the same devastating blow I suffered back then."
But you're right. I've been in hiding for billions of years, not to eke out a living, but to wait for an opportunity—an opportunity to avenge myself and break free from my shackles.
He took a step forward, his gaze fixed intently on Han Xuanji, his tone solemn and his words resounding:
"If you wish to protect your lineage and suppress the evil spirits of Chaos, I will help you! From this day forward, as long as I am here, no one in Chaos will dare to easily harm your lineage, and no one will dare to block your path!"
He paused, raised his hand to touch the crack between his brows, a sharp glint flashing in his eyes, his tone growing increasingly resolute:
"As for the Chaos Will... I will eventually collect what it owed me and all living beings of Chaos! If that day ever comes, I will fight alongside you, and even if my foundation is destroyed and my soul is annihilated, I will never retreat a single step!"
Upon seeing this, Han Xuanji's eyes flashed with joy. He bowed slightly and his tone became more respectful.
"Thank you for your help, senior! With your words, I have no more worries."
When the day comes to confront the Chaos Will, I will stand shoulder to shoulder with my predecessors to break the shackles of Chaos and restore the right of all living beings in the world to freely seek the Dao!
Han Xuanji secretly calculated that with the help of the Supreme Divine Venerable, a veteran of the Hunyuan Wuji Perfection, their combat power would instantly surge.
He was far from reaching the invincible state of Chaos at this point, but in any case, it was always good to have another powerful ally.
As the Supreme Divine Venerable looked at Han Xuanji's composed demeanor, his resolve grew even stronger.
I didn't choose the wrong ally.
This younger generation may truly be able to lead all living beings in Chaos to break free from the shackles of the Chaos Will, and may truly be able to fulfill his dream of transcendence in his lifetime.
With a wave of his hand, the Supreme Divine Venerable slowly gathered the countless Dao Principles from the Sea of Great Dao Origins.
"You, junior, possess a pure and clear heart, boundless fortune, and, more importantly, a heart of great compassion. Your potential is limitless."
The Supreme Divine Venerable spoke slowly, his tone full of approval.
"I have cultivated in seclusion in this Sea of Great Dao Origins for hundreds of millions of years, witnessing the birth and death of the three thousand Great Daos. If you have the time, you may join me here to comprehend and discuss the Dao, thus making our meeting today worthwhile."
Upon hearing this, Han Xuanji immediately bowed and greeted the speaker.
"Thank you for your kind words, senior! I have benefited greatly from your guidance, and I am more than happy to receive it."
He knew that although the Supreme Divine Venerable mocked himself as a loser, he was also a veteran powerhouse at the Hunyuan Wuji Perfection, having immersed himself in the Sea of Great Dao Origins for countless years, and his vision and understanding were not inferior.
Even though he is extremely talented, he still lacks in his understanding of the Great Dao. Being able to discuss the Dao with the other party is a fortuitous opportunity.
The two stood there in the Sea of Great Dao Origins, talking back and forth about the birth and death of Chaos, the evolution of the Great Dao, the cultivation of the Dao heart, and the methods of transcendence.
The Supreme Divine Venerable also imparted all his knowledge and experience to Han Xuanji, sharing all his insights and experiences accumulated over countless years.
Han Xuanji also shared his insights on the path to transcendence and his understanding of the Three Thousand Great Daos with the Supreme Divine Venerable without reservation.
After an unknown amount of time, ripples appeared on the Sea of Great Dao Origins, and the two of them laughed out loud at the same time, a hint of understanding and joy flashing in their eyes.
The Supreme Divine Venerable looked at Han Xuanji, his eyes filled with undisguised praise and affirmation, his tone solemn:
"I have lived for so many years and have seen countless geniuses of Chaos, but I have never seen anyone like you. Your potential far surpasses that of me back then."
If it were you, given time, you would surely break free from the shackles of the Chaos Will and step into the Hongmeng.
This is a very high evaluation.
But the Supreme Divine Venerable was not speaking empty words; he truly saw boundless potential in this junior.
Han Xuanji bowed slightly, her tone humble:
"You flatter me, senior."
He knew in his heart that after this discussion, his relationship with the Supreme Divine Venerable had long surpassed that of "allies," and was more like that of master and disciple and fellow practitioners.
This discussion also benefited him greatly, as his spiritual realm loosened once again.
Han Xuanji pondered silently, then bowed slightly to the Supreme Divine Venerable, his tone sincere:
"I have gained a great deal from this discussion and benefited immensely. However, I still have many worldly matters to attend to and it is not appropriate for me to stay any longer. I will take my leave now."
No matter what, I should secretly consume the system rewards myself; I couldn't possibly do such a thing in front of the other party.