The Fortuitous Opportunity in the Investiture of the Gods Immeasurable Tribulation
The Primordial World.
East Sea.
Changsheng's Dao Field.
"The Investiture of the Gods Immeasurable Tribulation!"
Ao Changsheng gazed at the sky above the Primordial World and murmured softly.
Previously, Nüwa had told Fuxi the whole story of this Immortal Slaughter Tribulation.
As for Fuxi, he directly passed the information to him and discussed it with him.
It was precisely because of this that Ao Changsheng fully understood the ins and outs of this Immortal Slaughter Tribulation.
But...
What should Ao Changsheng do if he suddenly feels an urge to laugh?
Celestial Venerable Yuanshi and Daoist Zhunti, both of whom had not severed their Three Corpses, only attained the status of Heavenly Dao Sage by relying on the Primordial purple qi.
They actually plotted against Haotian, trying to prevent him from Haotian enlightenment.
Is it because they fear that after Haotian attains enlightenment, he will rise above them?
Therefore, the goal is to restrain Haotian, preventing Haotian from attaining enlightenment, but...
Neither of them had severed their Three Corpses, nor did they understand what the Self Corpse was. Where did they get the confidence to hinder Haotian from attaining enlightenment?
Especially seeing their scheming.
Regarding Yaoji, it is believed that Yaoji is the guiding light that prevents Haotian from losing Haotian way in countless cycles of cultivation.
This...
Honestly.
Ao Changsheng was amused by the ideas of Celestial Venerable Yuanshi and Daoist Zhunti.
"Now it seems that even if I hadn't intervened before, Yuanshi would still be quite a distance away from attaining sainthood!"
As Ao Changsheng spoke, a smile appeared on his face.
"It seems that this Immeasurable Tribulation is probably prepared by Fellow Daoist Hongjun for Fellow Heavenly Dao."
Having learned the whole story from Fuxi, Ao Changsheng also understood Hongjun's scheme in this Investiture of the Gods Immeasurable Tribulation.
Or rather, part of Hongjun's calculations.
Once upon a time, Hongjun constructed the Great Dao Chain in the Primordial World with the Heavenly Court and the Three Thousand Great Dao, which was not something that could distinguish friend from foe.
Countless powerful beings in the Primordial World were unable to merge with the Great Dao and walk the Primordial Daluo Golden Immortal in this era. In this era, those who broke through to the Hunyuan Golden Immortal would face Heavenly Punishment.
But...
The same applies to Haotian.
In this era, even Haotian, the ruler of the Heavenly Court and the Heavenly Emperor, could not bypass this Great Dao Chain to attain sainthood.
"I'm afraid... even Fellow Daoist Hongjun himself didn't expect Haotian to be so promising."
"This era has only lasted for a mere twenty thousand years, yet we have already reached the edge of severing the Three Corpses and attaining enlightenment."
Ao Changsheng had a smile on his face.
Honestly, not only Hongjun, but even Ao Changsheng didn't expect that Haotian, who was only in the Quasi-Sage Middle Stage when they first met, was already on the verge of proving the Dao.
"One can only say... Fellow Daoist Hongjun's Dao of Severing the Three Corpses is truly profound!"
Ao Changsheng sighed softly.
Don't be fooled by the fact that even the current Celestial Venerable Yuanshi, Daoist Zhunti, and countless other powerful beings in the Primordial World who cultivate the Dao Method of Severing the Three Corpses are trapped in the Dao Method of Severing the Three Corpses, wasting their lives.
But in reality...
Compared to normal methods of attaining enlightenment, this method of Dao Method of Severing the Three Corpses is definitely a faster way to achieve enlightenment.
How long does it take for a cultivator following the normal path of the Primordial Daluo Golden Immortal to advance from Hunyuan Golden Immortal to Primordial Daluo Golden Immortal?
Putting everything else aside, just consider the immeasurable magical Law Power required for Hunyuan Golden Immortal to ascend to the realm of Primordial Daluo Golden Immortal.
It would take Hunyuan Golden Immortal hundreds, or even thousands, of opportunities to fortuitous opportunity.
Of course, in the vast Chaos and the boundless Primordial World, no matter where they are, powerful cultivators will never lack Spirit Root and fruits.
Even elixirs and miraculous medicines to enhance Law Power.
However, unless it is an Ao Changsheng -grade Innate Spirit Root like Yellow Center Plum, which has the ability to continuously produce Innate spiritual fruits, or Zhenyuanzi's Ginseng Fruit Tree, it is not possible.
It can accumulate Law Power at a speed of a hundred or a thousand times; otherwise... it will still take an extremely long time.
And...
Compared to the difficulty of perfecting one's own Great Dao, accumulating Law Power, which can be achieved over time, is the simplest step on the path to Hunyuan Daluo Immortal.
Furthermore, the Dao of Severing the Three Corpses can be further aided by a supreme treasure for attaining enlightenment, such as the Primordial purple qi.
The moment when Three Corpses are severed is the moment of attaining sainthood and proving one's Dao.
Even without the supreme treasure of Primordial purple qi.
The moment a normal cultivator severs their Three Corpses, their cultivation level immediately soars to the Sub-Sage realm with the help of the power of Innate Spirit Treasure.
All that's needed now is a suitable opportunity to become Dao-Merging Sage.
As for what constitutes a suitable opportunity?
This naturally occurs when one's own cultivated Great Dao has not been occupied by anyone, and when Heaven and Earth permit it.
Like the Three Thousand Great Dao of the Primordial World today, although very few of Great Dao are occupied.
However, it is suppressed by the Heavenly Court, which is why Heaven and Earth do not allow it.
It is precisely for this reason that the Investiture of the Gods Immeasurable Tribulation has occurred.
"It is said that the Sage lacked virtue, and the punishment was directed at Sage lineage, but the purpose, or rather one of their purposes, was simply to Immeasurable Tribulation."
A fleeting look of regret crossed Ao Changsheng's eyes.
Hongjun connected the Heavenly Court with the Three Thousand Great Dao, covering the Primordial World with a layer of confinement. In this era, no one could merge with the Dao, nor could anyone prove the Dao.
Even the Dao Ancestor Hongjun and the Lord of Heavenly Court Haotian were no exception to this.
Only during the Immeasurable Tribulation, during this special event, is it possible to escape the suppression of the Heavenly Court.
In this era, one must either align oneself with the Tao or attain enlightenment through it.
"What a pity..."
Ao Changsheng shook his head.
Hongjun created such a great opportunity, yet he was unable to seize it.
After all, his disciple Guiling was still quite a distance from attaining enlightenment, despite his many schemes.
Even at its fastest, Guiling would probably need to reach the end of this era to gain the ability to attain enlightenment.
His disciple Fuxi, and the same was true for the Human Race.
The Great Dao of the Eight Trigrams is still quite far from being fully perfected, although many powerful figures of the Human Race are striving to attain the Hunyuan Dao.
However, due to insufficient foundation, it will be difficult to take advantage of the fortuitous opportunity presented by this Immeasurable Tribulation.
Even...
In the entire Primordial World, apart from Haotian, there are probably only a handful of people who can make use of this fortuitous opportunity.
Ultimately, it's likely that only Haotian will be able to seize this fortuitous opportunity; no one else will.
Ao Changsheng pondered in his heart whether Hongjun had other purposes for this Investiture of the Gods Immeasurable Tribulation.
After all, while Haotian's ascension to sainthood was a major event, it wasn't enough to warrant Hongjun going to such lengths to plan this Immeasurable Tribulation.
Even if one's body is in harmony with the Heavenly Dao, triggering Immeasurable Tribulation ahead of time would probably not be an easy task for Hongjun.
As Ao Changsheng was pondering this, suddenly, a figure quietly appeared outside the Changsheng's Dao Field.
"Haotian requests an audience with Senior Changsheng!"
A not-so-loud voice rang out outside the Changsheng's Dao Field.
"Haotian? What's he doing here?"
Ao Changsheng looked at Haotian was respectfully bowing outside the dojo, with a hint of surprise.
Logically, Haotian should be undergoing arduous cultivation at this time, striving to sever the Three Corpses before the Immeasurable Tribulation.
Thus, seize this fortuitous opportunity to attain enlightenment when the Immeasurable Tribulation arrives.
How did I end up here?
Thinking to myself.
Ao Changsheng, however, did not stop.
With a thought, a gap opened in the temple.
Unlike the other sages of the Primordial World, Haotian looked at the gap in the Changsheng's Dao Field and stepped into it without hesitation.
On a scenic island within the Changsheng's Dao Field, an avatar of Ao Changsheng awaited Haotian.
Not long after.
Haotian then came across the sea.
"Greetings, Senior Changsheng!"
Upon arriving before Ao Changsheng, Haotian immediately bowed respectfully.
Looking at the respectful Haotian, Ao Changsheng's eyes flickered slightly. This posture... did he want something from him?
But at this time, what could Haotian possibly need that he could ask for help from?
"Fellow Heavenly Dao, there's no need for such formalities."
With a hint of curiosity in his heart, Ao Changsheng spoke softly.
Haotian is now on the verge of attaining enlightenment. According to Ao Changsheng's prediction, the spiritual light flashing in his eyes suggests that he will likely attain sainthood in no more than ten thousand years.
At this moment, addressing someone as a fellow Daoist is still appropriate.
"Fellow Heavenly Dao, instead of cultivating in the Heavenly Court to prepare for the impending Immortal Slaughter Tribulation, what brings you to my humble abode?" Ao Changsheng said softly.
Upon hearing Ao Changsheng mention the Immortal Slaughter Tribulation, Haotian paused almost imperceptibly.
But Haotian didn't react further; instead, he spoke in a deep voice.
"Changsheng, I have come here firstly to express my gratitude for your guidance back then." With that, Haotian bowed deeply once more.
"Without the guidance of that senior, Haotian would certainly not have achieved what he has today."
"I wouldn't call it guidance; I merely offered a word of advice. Fellow Heavenly Dao's current achievements are entirely due to his own efforts."
Ao Changsheng shook his head slightly.
Given Haotian's current achievements, he naturally couldn't claim credit for them himself.
"Without Changsheng Changsheng's reminder, Haotian probably wouldn't have had so many more years to realize his return."
Haotian maintained his bowing posture and continued, "Haotian has come here for two reasons, firstly to ask Senior Changsheng for a favor."
"Do you have a favor to ask? Fellow Heavenly Dao, please speak freely. I will certainly help if I can..."
Ao Changsheng said with a smile.
"Changsheng, this junior wishes to request a few of the spirit fruits Yellow Center Plum, that you possess!" Haotian said in a deep voice.
"Seeking Yellow Center Plum!?"
Upon hearing Haotian's words, Ao Changsheng understood the purpose of Haotian's trip.
The one who could elicit such a request from Haotian, who is now on the verge of attaining enlightenment, would certainly not be an ordinary Yellow Center Plum enhances Law Power.
Rather, it is the truly top-tier Yellow Center Plum, whose achievement occurs only once in an era.
An ordinary person can immediately attain the status of Daluo Golden Immortal consuming one of these pills, while Daluo who consumes them may either replenish or solidify their foundation.
If there are enough fruits, even Daluo with the worst foundation can possess a twelve-grade three-flower foundation sufficient to prove the Dao.
The reason why Haotian requested the Yellow Center Plum was... self-evident, naturally for the sake of his younger sister Yaoji.
Only...
Ao Changsheng was truly confused at this moment. Was Yaoji really that important to Haotian?
Honestly, if he didn't know the truth, Ao Changsheng might have thought that Yaoji was Haotian's guiding light in his cultivation of reincarnation.
"For Fellow Heavenly Dao to use the word 'request,' what you surely desire is not just ordinary Yellow Center Plum, but rather the few remaining top-grade Yellow Center Plum in my possession!"
"Ao Changsheng said softly."
"Um!"
Haotian nodded slightly in response.
Looking at Haotian, Ao Changsheng pondered for a moment before speaking, "That top-grade Yellow Center Plum... is of little use to me, so giving it to Fellow Heavenly Dao wouldn't be unreasonable."
Although this top-grade Yellow Center Plum will only bear five fruits per era, as long as the Yellow Center Plum tree is still in his possession, Ao Changsheng will never lack fruit.
And...
This top-grade Yellow Center Plum was of no use to Ao Changsheng, Fuxi, or Guiling.
Ao Changsheng naturally didn't care too much.
Only...
Ao Changsheng's indifference doesn't mean the fruit isn't precious.
"Since Fellow Heavenly Dao desires this top-grade Yellow Center Plum, he must be prepared to pay the price!"
"Ao Changsheng said softly."
When Haotian heard Ao Changsheng say that he was willing to give up the top-grade Yellow Center Plum, Haotian face immediately lit up with joy.
Although he and Yaochi had previously obtained two top-grade Yellow Center Plum from Ao Changsheng.
This shows that Ao Changsheng did not value this top-grade Yellow Center Plum too much.
But after all, this is a top-grade Innate spiritual fruit that can refine and enhance the foundation of Daluo.
Extremely precious.
In particular, this top-grade Yellow Center Plum can enhance one's potential to reach the third flower and twelfth grade of the Dao.
Even Sage would probably be reluctant to trade it.
After all, even Sage cannot guarantee that his disciple will definitely be able to bloom into twelve grades and possess the potential to attain enlightenment.
If its limit is just one or two steps short, and it can only reach the eleventh grade of blossoms, then a top-grade Yellow Center Plum that can improve the foundation without any side effects becomes extremely precious.
"Changsheng, please feel free to speak your mind, and Haotian will not refuse." Haotian said directly without the slightest hesitation.
"I will never refuse."
Ao Changsheng revealed a half-smile, "What if I wanted your Heavenly Emperor's throne?"
"This..."
Heavenly God froze instantly.
"So, you must think before you speak," Ao Changsheng said earnestly, looking at Haotian.
His expression was like that of an old grandfather educating his grandson.
As for why it wasn't the elderly father...
That's right.
They're taking advantage of Hongjun.
Looking at Ao Changsheng's earnest expression, Haotian felt embarrassed, but on the surface he replied with a look of acceptance, "Senior is right, Haotian will definitely pay attention in the future."
Ao Changsheng looked at Haotian, who was forcibly controlling his expression with the control ability of Quasi-Sage, and found it amusing. Then he spoke.
"Don't worry, your position as Heavenly Emperor carries great karmic consequences. Even if it were given to me for free, I wouldn't want it."
"I don't have many of these top-grade Yellow Center Plum on hand. As Fellow Heavenly Dao knows, these top-grade Yellow Center Plum only ripen once every epoch."
"These top-grade Yellow Center Plum have only been in my possession for a little over one epoch, less than two epochs, and I only have nine of them."
"When the fruit first ripened, I tasted one. Hmm, the taste of a top-grade Yellow Center Plum is no different from that of a regular Yellow Center Plum."
As Ao Changsheng spoke, a hint of disappointment occasionally appeared on his face.
The Yellow Center Plum, which ripen only once every 30,000 years, are delicious. Ao Changsheng was actually quite looking forward to seeing the Yellow Center Plum, which ripen only once every era, wondering if they would taste even better.