I Think Young Hero Yu Has a Chance to Claim the Throne

Do countless calamities originate from the Dragon Gate?

Upon hearing this, Yu Tunzhou suddenly asked, "Did the Incense-Smelling Cult foresee the opening of the Eternal Dragon Gate long ago? Did the Incense-Smelling Cult support the opening of the Eternal Dragon Gate, or did they secretly oppose it?"

He recalled that last year, the Incense-Smelling Cult used an incident as a pretext to launch a massive military invasion, and the Heavenly King who ranked fifth on the Heaven Ranking even descended in his true form, dominating the skies above the East Sea Dragon Palace.

This incident also made him quite resentful; the Dragon Palaces of the Four Seas in this world was incredibly weak.

The Great Sage Huntian's assessment of this is that after the Primordial Era, the Dragon Race was thoroughly "castrated," its fortune completely stripped away, and it never regained its former glory as "the leader of all scaled creatures and the supreme being of all spirits."

Wang Fujing said, "Young Hero Yu may not know, but all the forces qualified to know in advance about the opening of the Eternal Dragon Gate are promoting it, not opposing it, and this even includes overseas forces."

Yu Tunzhou's gaze sharpened; he felt he had truly struck gold this time.

Although he is now weaker than an ordinary person, he was once a messenger of the gods and knows many secrets!

It was a secret he couldn't uncover even through the channels of the Gold-Wielding Guard.

"Tell me in detail," Yu Tunzhou said sincerely.

"It's simply a matter of having no way out," Wang Fujing said with a bitter smile. "Over the past century, news of ancient Immortals and Gods returning from overseas forces has been constantly arriving, but when has Young Hero Yu ever heard of Immortals and Gods returning to our Human Race?"

Yu Tunzhou frowned; that was indeed true.

Even the one that the Human Emperor specially left behind was the Great Sage Huntian, who was of Demon Race race origin.

But looking at it from another angle, if the Human Emperor was able to leave the Great Sage Huntian to future generations, how could he not have other backup plans?

Could this backup plan be hidden in the true Human Emperor's Tomb?

However, the Human Emperor's Tomb in Northern Plains has been ruled out. Where exactly is the true Human Emperor's Tomb?

"--Some speculate that Human Race no longer has any Immortals and Gods, and the ancient immortals and Buddhas who once chose to protect Human Race may not be the same in this life."

"Therefore, we are faced with two paths: one is to pursue the path of Martial Dao to the death, and the other is to seek immortality and promote the revival of the Immortal Dao."

At this point, Wang Fujing said in a low voice, "After the Martial Ancestor emerged from the cave, he was not besieged by various forces because some people hoped that he could once again pave a path for all living beings."

Yu Tunzhou narrowed his eyes slightly.

"The second path requires visiting ancient sites; the Eternal Dragon Gate is currently the only place that holds secrets from before the High Antiquity."

"So even though each family knew that the Great Yan was deliberately using the Eternal Dragon Gate incident to instigate conflict among the younger generation, thereby creating antagonism between them, they willingly took the bait."

"The reason is simple: everyone hopes to go further, whether it's to continue promoting the prosperity of Immortal Method or to seize the inheritance of the ancient Dragon Race."

Yu Tunzhou suddenly interrupted, saying, "Is the revival of the Immortal Dao related to the opening of the Eternal Dragon Gate?"

According to his calculations, the resurgence of the Immortal Dao indeed occurred after the news of the Eternal Dragon Gate was released.

Wang Fujing nodded. "The saying 'All calamities and disasters originate from the Dragon Gate ' doesn't necessarily mean that calamities are hidden within the Dragon Gate, but rather that the opening of the Dragon Gate is a crucial turning point."

"Unfortunately, Samantabhadra Old Mother has fallen into a deep sleep once again, and I will be unable to receive any more divine revelation."

"Samantabhadra Old Mother?" Yu Tunzhou's expression changed slightly. "Is she Samantabhadra Bodhisattva, one of the four great Bodhisattvas of Buddhism?"

Wang Fujing was taken aback for the first time, then shook his head and said, "My mother comes from a Daoist family."

That's it then--

Yu Tunzhou secretly said that, according to the history of the Investiture of the Gods, this person was originally one of the Twelve Golden Immortal under the Yuxu Sect, and later converted to Buddhism.

In the legends of the past, due to many historical reasons, such as the struggle between Daoism and Buddhism for the right to speak and for "gods", many mythological figures can be found in both religions.

Entering Buddhism, one becomes a Bodhisattva; entering Daoism, one becomes a Celestial Venerable.

I wonder how this is explained in this world.

Wang Fujing slowly said, "As far as I know, the elders within the Incense-Smelling Cult do not share the same attitude towards the Eternal Dragon Gate. Some want it opened, while others want it sealed forever. The key issue is simply whether they can benefit from it."

"Currently, it is confirmed that six Old Mothers have awakened, but only four of them— Azure Clouds, Myriad Stars, Earth Surge, and Netherworld— are active year-round."

"Young Hero Yu, you must be extra careful of the Netherworld and Earth Surge veins."

"Are these two factions hostile towards me?" Yu Tunzhou raised an eyebrow.

Instead of answering, Wang Fujing asked, "Young Hero Yu, do you know where the Great Hero Mo is?"

Yu Tunzhou was silent for a moment, then said, "These two are related to the cycle of reincarnation in the Underworld?"

"If I'm not mistaken, the Netherworld Mother should be a Immortals and Gods from the Nine Netherworlds or the Underworld, while the Earth-Surging Mother is more mysterious."

Yu Tunzhou nodded, "Lairu."

"So, Old Mo— " he couldn't help but ask again, "Is there really a chance?"

Otherwise, why would that Netherworld Mother target me?

They're probably out of options with the Old Mo, so they're trying to use him as a roundabout way to "save the country."

"Then I am not sure," Wang Fujing said apologetically. "Furthermore, I know little about the Eternal Dragon Gate, only that it seems to be related to the Dragon Race's fortune in the past. I am mentioning it today to remind Young Hero Yu that the Dragon Gate involves many powerful figures, and you will be extremely careful when you are involved."

What was the fate of the Dragon Race race back then?

Is this related to the "castration" mentioned by Huntian?

Yu Tunzhou glanced at the Primordial Spirit Heaven and Earth.

Huntian is currently fast asleep.

According to it, this is the final rest. When it wakes up this time, it will be able to spread its wings like a roc and descend upon the world!

All he could do was hope.

Yu Tunzhou spoke up, "Let's talk about the Incense-Smelling Cult. Why did you think of those absurd words you just uttered?"

"Absurd?" Wang Fujing sighed, "But in my eyes, this is probably the best choice."

"Young Hero Yu, do you know how much time the Great Yan has left?"

Before Yu Tunzhou could answer, Wang Fujing said, enunciating each word clearly, "Two years!"

"Within two years, the Great Yan Dynasty will be doomed!"

"This is a prophecy given by the elders of the church, and it is also remarkably consistent throughout history!"

Yu Tunzhou's pupils suddenly contracted.

Two years?!

Even twenty years ago, he wouldn't be this shocked.

Time is running out for the Great Yan —it's not just running out, it's practically on a countdown!

Given the current state of the Great Yan, even if a powerful Aristocratic Clan were to raise the banner of rebellion and gain widespread support, it shouldn't have collapsed so quickly, right?

Even after Emperor Chongzhen hanged himself, the Southern Ming dynasty persisted for another eighteen years.

Not to mention, the Old Wang who ranked first on the Heaven Ranking is still alive.

For a moment, he couldn't believe that the Great Yan might perish Inner Qi two years.

Wang Fujing continued, "This world, it's not that big, but it's not that small either. Although there are many powerful Aristocratic Clan and sects in the Central Plains, and there's the imperial court above them, it's generally divided into three parts."

"The first party is naturally the Great Yan Imperial Family."

"Secondly, there are the martial arts forces, which can be broadly divided into the righteous faction and the Six Paths of Evil and Demons."

"The third group consists of numerous powerful Aristocratic Clan and sects. These relationships are complex and intertwined, often divided by region. They are both rivals and allies. Although their relationships are relatively loose, they firmly control local counties and are a force that cannot be ignored."

"Once the Great Yan falls, the Central Plains will once again descend into chaos as heroes vie for supremacy. Only the various powerful Aristocratic Clan across the land will be qualified to compete, and the forces of the martial world, both righteous and evil, are mostly those who have bet on these Aristocratic Clan."

"Therefore, one of the forces with the best chance of winning the final victory is the Northern Dark Sea Faction left behind by Lu Huaiqing!"

"Two Dharma Aspect, the Cosmic Heaven Grand Array, plus Lu Huaiqing's past connections, and the strength of the Northern Dark Sea Faction— "

"You've clearly misunderstood," Yu Tunzhou interrupted. "I have no connection with the Northern Dark Sea Faction, nor have I ever had any contact with them."

Wang Fujing scoffed, "In this world, Martial Dao are paramount. With Young Hero Yu's talent and Lu Huaiqing's choice of this noble cause, even if Lu Huaiqing hadn't pushed you into the Northern Dark Sea Faction, the Northern Dark Sea Faction would have come looking for you. After all, neither Jiang Wenxuan nor Chen Fuyou have any ambition to conquer the world."

No—where did you get the idea that I have it?

Yu Tunzhou's mouth twitched.

Wang Fujing said to himself, "Once the Great Yan falls, the Incense-Smelling Cult will be freed from its final shackles. The more chaotic the times, the more suitable it is for the Incense-Smelling Cult to develop."

"But at the same time, the awakening of the old mothers will also cause the Incense-Smelling Cult to split, which is the perfect opportunity for Young Hero Yu to enter. I can Samantabhadra Young Hero Yu gain momentum in the name of the Envoy of Samantabhadra, Young Hero Yu can then use the title of the successor of the Human Emperor to gain the moral high ground. To be honest, Young Hero Yu, the Incense-Smelling Cult Sect claims to be the lineage of the Human Emperor, and it is no child's play."

No need to make excuses, just say it yourself, and that's it!

"At that time, with the support of the Northern Dark Sea Faction, Young Hero Yu has the potential to conquer the world, and he also Human Emperor. The Incense-Smelling Cult, which has long harbored the ambition to support the emperor, will naturally come to him for refuge."

"With the assistance of the Incense-Smelling Cult, the strength of the Northern Dark Sea Faction will surely surge. They will have a popular base, and coupled with Young Hero Yu's own connections—including relationships with the Supreme Purity Lineage and the Buddhist disciple at the Vajra Chan Temple —they have 'favors' with both Daoism and Buddhism."

"That's enough—stop it now."

Yu Tunzhou raised his hand to stop the increasingly agitated man, and wiped the sweat from his forehead with his other hand.

With his level of expertise, the fact that he could detect sweat in his breath shows that he is indeed exceptionally skilled.

"Actually, you're underestimating me. I have some connections, like with Evergreen Mountain, and Xie Linchuan, who comes from the Northern Plains Xie Household, is a good friend of mine. I also know a little dragon girl in the South Sea Dragon Palace. I know people in the Yuhe Zhang Household, the Wang family of Twin Rivers Wang Household, the Jin Household of Danyang, the Xuanbei Luo Household, and the Clear Autumn Cao Clan. I even have some connections with the Gold-Wielding Guard."

Yu Tunzhou suddenly stopped. He had only intended to make a few self-deprecating remarks, teasing this person, but as he spoke...

Why does it feel like there are so many people?

Have I already gotten to know so many powerful figures?

Wang Fujing stared at him intently and smiled, "Young Hero Yu, do you think what I said was too unrealistic?"

"I think you're talking nonsense," Yu Tunzhou said frankly.

"Perhaps," Wang Fujing sighed, "But in my opinion, if that day really comes, this might be the best outcome."

Yu Tunzhou shook his head and said, "In this world, Martial Dao are supreme, and might makes right. If the day you described truly comes to pass, then the future royal family will be decided by the Dharma Aspect masters of each family, just like that Old Wang is ranked first on the Heaven Ranking."

"That One-Nation Individual single-handedly suppressed the fate of the nation?" Wang Fujing had already understood this person's view.

He wasn't surprised, after all, in the eyes of martial artists, absolute strength is enough to sway the entire battle and determine who has the right to speak.

However, in his view, there is still a balance before the emergence of absolute supreme military power.

Wang Fujing didn't delve deeper into the topic, realizing the time wasn't right. He then smiled and said, "Actually, there's another reason for choosing Young Hero Yu."

What's the reason?

Yu Tunzhou regained his composure, his expression calm, thinking to himself that it might be his own unparalleled talent.

"Young Hero Yu is the one Xiaoyu chose."

"--Who is Xiaoyu?" Yu Tunzhou subconsciously thought of the little girl in the orange hoodie from Jackie Chan Adventures.

"An Ruyu," Wang Fujing sighed softly, "I was her guide; I led her into the Incense-Smelling Cult."

Yu Tunzhou: "--"

"You and An Ruyu are on good terms?" Yu Tunzhou began to consider the possibility of using Wang Fujing to lure An Ruyu.

Also, I wonder if the nickname "Xiaoyu" can be considered a dark history.

When the battle reaches a critical moment, I might unleash Thunderclap roar, which could potentially have a surprising effect. After all, when masters like them clash, victory or defeat can be decided in an instant.

Having suffered a crushing defeat in the Coming Dragon River years ago, I am now making a triumphant return and should avenge that humiliation!

Wang Fujing laughed and said, "Young Hero Yu, how many moves would it take you to defeat your version of yourself from a year ago?"

Yu Tunzhou's gaze sharpened.

"Are you saying that An Ruyu went easy on me when I Coming Dragon River then?" he said frankly. "I don't deny that."

Looking back at last year, given An Ruyu's strength at the time, she most likely held back.

"Under our influence, Xiaoyu's greatest reverence since childhood has been for the Martial Ancestor of a thousand years ago." Wang Fujing didn't answer directly, but instead revealed another secret, his tone slightly wistful, "Over the years, Xiaoyu has been part of the Sacred Cult, and her maturity far surpasses that of her peers. Her cultivation of Nature Cultivation reached Pure Land early on, her State of Mind as calm as a still lake. Even I can no longer fathom her thoughts; very few things can stir any ripples in her heart—"

"However, the matter of Young Hero Yu asking the Martial Ancestor about boxing more than a year ago was an exception among exceptions. I suppose she still holds a grudge about it and is very curious about Young Hero Yu."

Yu Tunzhou's lips twitched. Was he so curious that he was being chased all the way along the Coming Dragon River?

Wang Fujing shook his head and said, "Let's not talk about that. Today I just wanted to see Young Hero Yu in person. After seeing him, I can only say that he lives up to his reputation, and it makes me even more excited for the future."

He clasped his hands in a fist and bowed, saying, "I wish Young Hero Yu the No Falsehood Pawnshop in the Eternal Dragon Gate Tournament! If Young Hero Yu wishes to find us, he may send a message to the Divine Capital Pawnshop on the Eastward Street of the capital."

"You're hiding in the Divine Capital?"

Yu Tunzhou has to admit, these guys are really daring.

Wang Fujing laughed and said, "The Divine Capital is teeming with experts. There are no fewer than fifteen Grandmaster on the Earth Ranking, several more Grandmaster, and the number one Dharma Aspect on the Heaven Ranking is also in charge. It is truly the safest place in the world."

"Young Hero Yu, farewell!"

This time, Yu Tunzhou did not stop him.

He watched Wang Fujing and Lu Yi leave with Zhang Yan.

There was a small boat waiting to meet them at the side of the ship, and the person on the boat who was responsible for the meeting also had the cultivation level of the Early Divine Ability Stage.

Although in his eyes, the Early Divine Ability Stage was nothing special, such a martial artist could do quite well anywhere; he was a mid-level martial artist.

Although the meeting was brief, Wang Fujing left a deep impression on him.

Judging solely from his vision and insights, this person truly deserves to be called the former messenger of Incense-Smelling and the believer chosen by Samantabhadra Bodhisattva Samantabhadra.

Furthermore, he had an extremely close relationship with An Ruyu, and his ability to fake his death and escape from the Incense-Smelling Cult was also related to An Ruyu.

From this perspective, An Ruyu's relationship with the Incense-Smelling Cult wasn't exactly harmonious; they seemed to have ulterior motives.

Xiaoyu--

As Yu Tunzhou reviewed his day's events, he suddenly realized something.

The methods used by the Incense-Smelling Cult seem no different from the methods used by Daoism and Buddhism to steal people in their previous lives.

The problem is, the god they "stole" actually responded to them!

Yu Tunzhou's expression turned serious.

Earth Surge, Azure Clouds, the Netherworld, Myriad Stars, Samantabhadra--

Lady Earth Flow is one thing.

Samantabhadra is one of the Four Great Bodhisattvas in Buddhist School and one of the Twelve Golden Immortal in Daoist School, yet he chose to select a "divine messenger" from within the Incense-Smelling Cult.

?

Of course, he was unaware of whether there were any connections between the Daoist and Buddhist schools and their respective founders.

If not, does it mean "cannot" or "is not allowed"?

Yu Tunzhou shook his head slightly.

The mysteries and secrets from before High Antiquity are becoming increasingly numerous.

And this Eternal Dragon Gate seems to be a crucial juncture in the various conflicts that followed.

I originally thought it was just the Great Yan Imperial Family and various other families vying for power over the Eternal Dragon Gate, but now it seems that the real power struggle behind the scenes is among the Immortals and Gods who are about to return.

He slowly exhaled.

We must obtain more information related to the Eternal Dragon Gate.

It seems we still need to contact Commander-in-Chief Feng Xu.

In addition, the South Sea Dragon Palace should also have a lot of information. Hopefully, Thirteenth Sister can do a good job this time.

Yu Tunzhou looked up and realized he had entered the waters of the Coming Dragon River. After a year, he had returned.

It travels eight thousand miles to the Coming Dragon River, then descends from the sky to the East Sea.

This river is also called the Unsettled River.

Rivers flow unpredictably, people's hearts are unpredictable, and even the rivers and lakes are unpredictable.

"It's time to set off--"

Yu Tunzhou looked south and murmured.

With his current abilities, it's unlikely he'll make significant progress in a short period.

It seems to be lacking in the second level of the Eight-Nine Mysterious Art; it's definitely not enough before entering the Dragon Gate.

While Little Black had reached the pinnacle of understanding the third form of the fist technique, he was still one crucial step away from becoming a Yu Huapeng—or, in Huntian's words, lacking a bit of "luck."

Therefore, there was no longer a need to continue traveling down the boat and peacefully cultivate oneself.

Let's set off immediately and meet the talented young people of the world ahead of time.

This thought came to mind.

He sent a telepathic message to his employer, bidding farewell, and then his figure floated up, his toes touching a piece of driftwood on the river. He neither sank nor fell, his clothes fluttering as he strode down the river.

This place has entered the middle section of the Coming Dragon River, belonging to the Coming Dragon Water Prefecture, the territory of the Lord Hibernating Dragon.

As the Yu Tunzhou sailed downstream without any attempt to conceal its presence, waves gradually surged on the river's surface, and a strong wind billowed its clothes.

He sensed the powerful, subtly hostile aura emanating from the depths of the water and couldn't help but laugh loudly, "Lord Hibernating Dragon, long time no see!"

"This visit was brief; I'll come to visit again another time!"

The sound was as loud as thunder, containing the primordial energy of heaven and earth, and spread mightily to both banks and into the water palace below.

Deep within the Water Palace, Lord Hibernating Dragon frowned, annoyed that some unruly External Scenery was brazenly maintaining a state of Unity of Heaven and Celestial Person nature, recklessly rampaging along his waterways and disrupting the upstream and downstream water transport.

The next moment.

His face showed horror, and he abruptly stood up. "Yu Tunzhou?!"

This kid is truly something!

Just as the rumors said, in just over a year, this young man had mastered the Unity of Heaven and Celestial Person, and his every move exuded a myriad of auras, a world apart from the last time they met.

At this moment, even the Lord Hibernating Dragon, who was born into the Dragon Race and whose lifespan was far greater than that of Human Race, couldn't help but envy the infinite possibilities that Human Race possessed.

I'll visit again next time--

Lord Hibernating Dragon smiled wryly. If he came again next time, wouldn't he be superior to him?