Shattering the Void, Reaching the Other Shore
"In my own understanding, I actually prefer to regard the Refining Emptiness and Uniting with the Dao as a goal."
Li Boyang's voice continued to echo in the ears of all beings.
However, this time, not many people were actually able to understand what followed.
Even with the power of Mind-Reading Divine Ability, Li Boyang could not forcibly instill his own knowledge into others, as that would be tantamount to rewriting their personality.
The "Dao Transformation Realm" is merely a starting point, a state of "nothingness" that allows one to manifest oneself.
"If one wishes to go further, it is to allow oneself to evolve and verify, little by little, a certain concept that constitutes heaven and earth, from this state of 'nothingness'."
"At that time, one will transform into a conceptual existence, naturally achieving immortality and eternal life."
"Just as you are the Yin Son of Heaven ruler who controls death, as long as the concept of death exists, you can rise again and again, immortal and indestructible."
"If it were an ordinary Dao Assimilator, reaching this point would already be considered the pinnacle."
"But seekers like you and me will clearly not be satisfied with this—"
"In this way, becoming the embodiment of a certain concept is merely a starting point."
"Our next step is to use our own way to draw inferences from other things, to evolve the complete way of heaven and earth, and then to replace the heart of heaven with our own heart and to act in accordance with the way of Heavenly Dao with our own way."
It is obvious that the Netherworld Lord realized this a long time ago.
Therefore, the constant cycle of reincarnation is to create another incarnation at the level of Great Heavenly Deity, and to touch upon other Dao Path besides "death".
Unfortunately, the Netherworld Lord failed.
To this day, they have not been able to create another incarnation of a Great Heavenly Deity.
[According to your logic, I have attained only the Path of Spirit out of the three paths of Essence, Qi, and Spirit.]
[If one wishes to comprehend the universe and the evolution of all things, one must attain the three paths of essence, energy, and spirit to be qualified to draw inferences and elucidate the principles governing the universe and all things.]
His tone remained calm as the Netherworld Lord continued speaking at a leisurely pace.
However, while self -Dao Transformation may seem like a smooth path, it is actually a wrong one.
[The universe is constantly changing, and all living beings are reborn; the world itself is also constantly evolving.]
How can one possibly keep up with the infinite changes of heaven and earth by trying to learn the ways of the world on one's own?
When I was born, the Netherworld was devoid of life.
[It was I who introduced the souls of the Yang World, and thus the first Ghost God were born.]
[It was also because I came to the Yang World that this special branch of deities, "Ghost God," came into existence.]
The secret revealed by the Netherworld Lord astonished Li Boyang.
Because he never imagined that Ghost God were actually born from the Netherworld Lord.
Now that you are spreading the word to all living beings, the changes in heaven and earth will become increasingly complex.
Even if I were to dedicate my entire life to seeking the truth about all things, how could I possibly compare to the wisdom of all living beings in this world?
Li Boyang unexpectedly laughed in response to the Netherworld Lord's remarks.
"That's right, theoretically it's a wrong path."
Therefore, when I say "to substitute my heart for the heart of Heaven, and to follow the way of Heavenly Dao with my own," I am not referring to replacing the order of Heaven and Earth with my own will.
"Or rather, that's not the ultimate goal, but a process of ' Dao Proving.'"
"Revert to Root, Return to Origin, aligning with the Tao"
"Rather than trying to keep up with all the changes, we are constantly chasing after this ever-changing world."
"It would be better to use the finite to calculate the infinite, and through continuous analogy and reverse reasoning, deduce the original source—the Great Dao."
"The Tao gives birth to One, One gives birth to Two, Two gives birth to Three, and Three gives birth to all things."
"Coincidentally, the Yang World and the Yin World are a perfect contrast. Through those different concepts, we can continuously trace back to the commonalities that existed between the two worlds from the very beginning."
Watching the Lord's expression change from indignation to surprise, and then from surprise to realization.
Li Boyang did not stop talking, but continued speaking on his own.
This process is what is known as "Dao Proving"!
"A path that continually proves itself, until finally achieving ' Refining Emptiness and Uniting with the Dao.'"
To place oneself on some unchanging concept.
The process of "Tao gives birth to One, One gives birth to Two, Two gives birth to Three, Three gives birth to all things" is simulated in reverse.
This unchanging concept is the "two" in "the Tao gives birth to one".
It is the "two" obtained after Refining Essence into Qi, Refining Qi into Spirit Transformation, and then Refining Spirit and Returning to Emptiness.
This process is like a reverse Opening Heaven and Earth the world, transforming the void into a world; therefore, Li Boyang also calls it "shattering the void."
After the world was born, the heavens and earth naturally evolved, and all things naturally changed until they reached their peak or their end, reaching a state completely different from the beginning.
This process is from one place to another, so Li Boyang vividly describes it as "reaching the other shore."
"Refining Emptiness and Uniting with the Dao is the ultimate goal; its purpose is to get closer to the original Great Dao."
"From Refining Spirit and Returning to Emptiness to Emptiness to Refining Emptiness and Uniting with the Dao -"
"This process of Dao Proving is a continuous process of shattering the void and ascending to the other shore."
"Until one finally transcends the world, I call it the Transcendence Realm."
After briefly summarizing his ideas, Li Boyang looked up at the sky with a much more serious expression.
"I want to stop this catastrophe, I want to create a golden age. I want to reshape the rules of the world, and I also want to test the feasibility of my theory."
Silently looking down at Li Boyang within the [Heaven and Earth Black and Yellow Exquisite Pagoda].
The Netherworld Lord remained silent for a long time, plunging both worlds into an eerie silence.
[I grant you permission to intervene in the order of the Yin World and restore balance between the two worlds.]
[But you must also pay an equal price, granting me the right to interfere in the Yang World.]
At the very least, you cannot prevent me from observing your process of "Dao Proving."
When these words were spoken, the voice of the Netherworld Lord only resonated in Li Boyang's mind.
The Netherworld Lord Yin World, the Yin Son of Heaven whose Nine Cauldrons is law.
However, he did not misjudge the situation by equating his status in the Yin World with Li Boyang's status in the Yang World.
Furthermore, based on the Netherworld Lord's understanding of Li Boyang...
He could not possibly place his own will above all living beings in the world, just as I have.
"That's no problem at all."
With a slight smile, Li Boyang agreed to the Netherworld Lord's conditions without hesitation.
After all, Li Boyang wasn't the kind of guy who would lose all self-awareness once he gained great strength.
He knew better than anyone that if the Netherworld Lord truly wanted to interfere in the Yang World, he wouldn't need anyone's authorization.
Even after I Refining Spirit and Returning to Emptiness, if the Netherworld Lord insists on interfering in the Yang World, I may not be able to stop him.
The other party is the first Great Heavenly Deity in the Yin World, and has been frequently reincarnated into the Yang World.
God knows how many contingency plans he left behind in this world.
From Li Boyang's perspective, it's hard to say that the sudden fall of that Heavenly Emperor ten thousand years ago wasn't a form of revenge from the Netherworld Lord.
Therefore, the so-called "condition" of the Netherworld Lord was essentially to prevent Li Boyang from coming to the Yang World —the other party wanted to witness Li Boyang's path to Dao Proving firsthand.
[It's been so many years since I've gambled heavily; I hope you won't make me regret my choice.]
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