“Holy crap! This Saint Dao Huang Huang is so dark! What’s with all these unspoken rules? What the hell is ‘paying respects to a mountain’ and ‘severing the three corpses’?!”
“What in the world is going on?!”
“The waters of the high-end Honghuang are too deep! Thank goodness I’m not in this Honghuang. Our low-end Honghuang is much better!”
In an instant, countless beings throughout the heavens and realms discussed amongst themselves, all curious about what exactly “paying respects to a mountain” and “severing the three corpses” entailed.
At the same time, the celestial canopy began to change.
【In the Saint Dao Huang Huang world, to achieve Da Luo, one must sever the three corpses.】
【The so-called three corpses dwell and depend on spirit treasures… The original intent is to gain recognition from the Da Luo represented by the innate spirit treasure, who is willing to stand as guarantor.】
【Three corpses require three innate spirit treasures, representing three ordinary Da Luo.】
【The lives of these three Da Luo are wagered, and only then can they stand as guarantors for those seeking to achieve Da Luo. If anything goes wrong, they will be held jointly liable.】
【Of course, the specifics differ.】
【Weak Da Luo need all three to stand as guarantors for a Tai Yi who wishes to achieve Da Luo.】
【However, those with great powers and the top-tier divine abilities can receive preferential treatment.】
【For example, disciples of the Xuan Men, who inherit the Three Pure Ones’ lineage, have the three great divine abilities as their backers, and the Xuan Men, a colossal force, as their guarantor. Their severing of the three corpses depends on the Three Pure Ones’ Realm, the Three Pure Ones’ Heaven, and the three Qi – Beginning, Xuan, and Yuan!】
【In the Buddhist Realm, severing the three corpses relies on cultivating Sariras, achieving the Indestructible Golden Body, and paying respect to the Three Times Buddha, relying on the Buddhist Realm’s influence for guarantees.】
【The Yao race pays respect to the starry sky, with the three corpses respectively corresponding to the sun, moon, and celestial spheres.】
【The Wu race, on the surface, does not speak of severing the three corpses, claiming that they do not follow the same path as Hong Jun. However, in secret, similar requirements exist.】
【The Wu race venerates the Primordial Origin, which then bifurcates into Yin and Yang.】
【The so-called three corpses are simply the Heaven’s Will, rulers of the Honghuang, setting up game rules based on their own self-interest.】
【In short, to achieve Da Luo, one must choose a mountain and sign a contract to sell oneself.】
【Furthermore, simply doing so is not enough… One must also pass the scrutiny of those with great powers, who will consider whether the guarantee is valuable, whether the guaranteed has a good temperament, and whether they are sufficiently loyal and will provide enough profit in the future before agreeing to provide the guarantee.】
【To put it bluntly, severing the three corpses is about whether you have connections. If you don’t, then death is the only option.】
【These rules were established by Hong Jun and approved by countless Da Luo.】
【The actual implementation is entrusted to the Demon Dao.】
【Back then, Demon Ancestor Luo Hu, using his unfathomable powers, actually shook the Dao Fruit of Pangu, successfully establishing a tribulation for cultivators in the Honghuang Universe!】
【From then on, anyone attempting to ascend to Da Luo will be blocked by a Great Demon. No other Da Luo can intercept or hinder them!】
【Fortunately, Hong Jun came up with a solution, using the three corpses as guarantees so that the guarantor can step in and help resist the tribulation when a Demon blocks the path!】
【As for those who haven’t paid respect to a mountain, they can be freely killed by Da Luo of the Demon Dao.】
Upon seeing this, beings throughout the heavens and realms finally understood the reason for the demise of the loose cultivator Da Luo from earlier.
Apparently, they had not paid respect to a mountain, did not have connections, and had not signed a contract to sell themselves to a sect with connections!
If one did not pay respect to a mountain, they would be eliminated.
They would become a mindless, characterless innate spirit treasure, serving others for countless eons.
This was truly terrifying!
In an instant, the heavens and realms were thrown into turmoil.
Everyone’s worldviews and understanding were shattered.
Their minds suffered a billion billion attacks.
“My god! In this day and age, you need more than just talent and strength to achieve Da Luo! You also have to pay respect to a mountain and find someone to vouch for you!”
“If you don’t have connections, you’ll end up like that loose cultivator Da Luo, directly formatted into an innate spirit treasure by the Demon Lord. It’s tragic!”
“Damn! This Honghuang is so full of social issues! So dark! Essentially, you have to pick a side, sign a contract to sell yourself to a major sect like the Wu or Yao!”
“No wonder that loose cultivator Da Luo didn’t show any joy after achieving Da Luo. The moment he achieved it, he already knew the truth and his heart was ashen.
…
One Person World.
“Such a pity. He had just witnessed the birth of a Da Luo, but then he died because of his lack of connections, cruelly eliminated.”
Zhang Chulan sighed, never expecting that in the high-end Honghuang world, connections were just as important as strength.
…
Cultivation of Immortals in the Mortal World.
Han Li was stunned. He was bewildered and even felt a sense of dread.
He never thought the Honghuang world was this treacherous. There was no way to hide!
As they say, one mountain is always higher than the last.
Only by having a great sect as your backing can you succeed.
…
Journey to the West World.
“…”
Sun Wukong was speechless.
In the past, he too was like that loose cultivator Da Luo, not understanding the concept of paying respect to a mountain.
After undertaking the pilgrimage, however, he learned much.
He wouldn’t kill demons with connections. He would ask Heaven to intervene.
Demons without connections, however, he would directly beat to death with his staff.
It wasn’t that he had grown weaker, but rather that he was bound by the rules of the world.
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Emperor’s Domination World.
“To think that the high-end Honghuang world has so many rules. Should loose cultivators without connections simply be killed and turned into innate spirit treasures?”
“Doesn’t that cut off the path for future generations to ascend?”
Li Qiye was astonished.
At the same time, he was grateful that he didn’t live in the Honghuang world. Otherwise, he would have died long ago, and how would he have had the chance to achieve the Dao of the Immortal Emperor?
…
Saint Ruins World.
Ye, Huang, and Chu, the three Heavenly Emperors, were dumbfounded.
They never imagined that the high-end Honghuang world had so many rules! They had truly seen it all!
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Divine Tomb World.
“Holy crap! These Da Luo are so filthy! They actually pulled this stunt?”
The ruffian dragon, initially in awe of the Da Luo of the Saint Dao Huang Huang world, now viewed them as mere beings with great powers.
Their hearts were too filthy!
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Dragon Symbol World.
Gu Chensha felt no ripple in his heart upon witnessing this.
He did not feel regret for the loose cultivator Da Luo who perished for not paying respect to a mountain.
After all, these game rules were established by the top-tier powerhouses. If you wanted to set the rules, you had to defeat all the Da Luo of the Honghuang and become the strongest. Only then would others cease to control your destiny.
And wasn’t the Dragon Symbol World’s rules established by Gu Chensha himself?
Of course, Gu Chensha did not agree with the Honghuang world’s ideology. It was contrary to his own ideal of everyone becoming Heaven, becoming Dao, becoming the protagonist.
If he ever had the opportunity to go to the Honghuang world and become the strongest, he would abolish these rules.
…
As beings throughout the heavens and realms discussed amongst themselves, the celestial canopy changed once again.
【Donghua Zi Fu Shao Yang Da Di Jun, also known as Qing Tong Jun, Fang Zhu Jun, Qing Ti Jun, Fusan Da Di, Tai Wei Shang Dao Jun, Dong Wang Gong.】
【Shao Yang Di Jun carries the burdens of others and is involved in a game that could overturn epochs.】
【He is acting as a pawn, drawing fire.】
【Shao Yang Di Jun came to the Three Pure Ones’ Sacred Palace and discussed with them about establishing the Xian race, a unification of all long-lived beings, to dismantle the organizational forms of the Yao and Wu races, breaking down racial hegemony and replacing it with large capital groups.】
【The Three Pure Ones of the Xuan Men were initially unwilling to cooperate, because the Wu and Yao races were not easy to deal with. But Shao Yang, with his silver tongue, sought investment from the Three Pure Ones.】
【Of course, Shao Yang Di Jun also had significant investments in both the Wu and Yao races. He was a master of adapting to the wind, always ready to pull out his investment and run.】
【In the Wu race, Shao Yang didn’t just invest in Hou Tu. He also arranged numerous aliases.】
【Later, Shao Yang met with Fuxi, the Yao Emperor, and Bai Ze, the Yao Teacher, of the Yao race.】
【Shao Yang explained how the Wu race’s reincarnation plan would be devastating to the Yao race.】
【“Are you truly willing to submit to Hong Jun’s leadership from now on?” Shao Yang Di Jun’s voice was heavy with meaning. “If you want to establish the Yao race’s Heaven, you still have to apply for construction permits from Hong Jun.”】
【“Why not consider a holy dictatorship and overthrow Heaven?”】
【“Eliminate the Wu race as quickly and with as little loss as possible, then challenge Hong Jun… Wouldn’t that be beautiful?”】
【After a long pause, the Emperor Xi finally spoke. “The Wu race’s Zu Wu contacted me earlier, saying that they want to reach a consensus and first eliminate Hong Jun, making him unable to interfere in the Wu-Yao conflict.”】
【“The fruits of victory will be divided between the Wu and the Yao in the end.”】
【However, although Xi Huang was somewhat tempted, considering Hong Jun’s suppression of the Demon Tribulation and his contributions to the Honghuang in the previous epoch, he did not endorse Shao Yang’s plan.】
【Xi Huang felt that they should only consider challenging Hong Jun after the Yao race had defeated the Wu race.】
【Shao Yang then revealed another plan to Xi Huang. He would establish the Xian race, pretending to cooperate with the Wu race, and then secretly weaken the Yao race’s middle ranks, leading the Wu race to believe they had an opportunity.】
【At the most crucial moment, he would lay an ambush. When the Wu race attacked the Yao race, he would coordinate with them from within and send both the Wu and Yao races to the heavens.】
【This was a killing blow!】
【At this moment, upon hearing the general description, Xi Huang and Bai Ze, the Yao Marshal, both had fluctuating expressions.】
【Too ruthless!】
【A clear attempt at extermination!】
【However, Xi Huang and Bai Ze were both suspicious of Shao Yang, fearing that he was playing both sides or had his own agenda. The Yao race would be in danger if that was the case.】
【Furthermore, they felt that once Shao Yang put this plan into action, he would become the Wu race’s target and surely perish.】
【Shao Yang saw their concerns and said, “I have a grudge against the Wu race from the Dragon-Phoenix Tribulation. This is something you are aware of.”】
【Bai Ze and Xi Huang feared that Shao Yang would betray them, killing the high-ranking members of the Wu and Yao races and taking advantage of the situation. However, after much consideration, they felt that Shao Yang didn’t have the ability to do that.】
【Even if Shao Yang had ulterior motives, they were all Da Luo and could retract their moves. What was there to fear?】
【The three great powers discussed this undercover plan together, considering how to shield themselves from the other Da Luo and carry out the mission.】
【How to eliminate the Wu race as quickly as possible, then preserve their strength to defeat Hong Jun and ultimately gain control of the Honghuang.】
Seeing this plot, destined to shake the Honghuang in the future, beings throughout the heavens and realms were all stunned.
They never thought the Honghuang was this dark.
Everyone was shocked, feeling their scalp tingling and their hearts pounding.
Many wondered who would become the sacrificial lamb in this conspiracy?
Would it be Shao Yang?
The Yao race?
Or the Wu race?
Or perhaps Daozu Hong Jun?
Or could it even lead to the destruction of the entire Saint Dao Huang Huang?
However, this was not the end of the conspiracies. What was exposed next shocked the heavens and realms once again.
【Shao Yang Di Jun may seem to be cooperating with the Yao race, but he secretly has other plans.】
【He crossed the heavens and realms, arriving at the endless Sea of Blood, the domain of the Ancestor of the Nether River, Ming He Lao Zu.】
【Shao Yang struck up a relationship with Ming He, contributing countless Merit Points before getting straight to the point.】
【“Brother, I’ve seen a great opportunity. Unfortunately, my own capital is a bit small, so I’d like to bring you on board and make a fortune… What do you think?”】
【Shao Yang was direct, outlining his plan for “Desolate Land Heavenward” to Ming He.】
【Ming He wasn’t stupid. After countless epochs and countless time-spaces with his numerous aliases, he had naturally seen countless treacherous Da Luo and was wary of Shao Yang.】
【“Ming He, you achieved the Dao through slaughter, controlling the Honghuang’s killing intent and Heaven’s Tribulation as well as Human Tribulation. You must know that personally instigating a great tribulation and slaughtering countless Da Luo, even those with great divine abilities, is a way for you to instantly skyrocket your cultivation.”】
【“Through this method, you will surely be able to rule the Honghuang, stand side-by-side with Pangu, and become the strongest Da Luo.”】
【“Of course, this is also why many Da Luo are suspicious of you.”】
【“I can provide you with a stage, shield you as you slaughter, and use the flesh and blood of countless divine abilities to fuel your sword, raising you to unprecedented heights!”】
【Ming He’s eyes narrowed instantly.】
【He had to admit that he was tempted.】
【Of course, he had many doubts. “What about these Da Luo’s origins?”】
【“The Wu and Yao races… are you scared?” Shao Yang laughed.】
【“Don’t try to egg me on.” Ming He waved his hand. “How could I fear the Yao and Wu races? Aside from a few ruthless characters, what do I have to fear?”】
【“Just don’t end up becoming someone else’s treasure when the scheme fails.”】
【“I’ll take care of the scheming aspect.” Shao Yang smiled. “I will create the perfect, most opportune moment for you to enter!”】
【Then, Shao Yang explained his Xian race strategy.】
Beings throughout the heavens and realms were all speechless.
This was the third time Shao Yang described his Xian race strategy.
Speaking of which.
The Yao race’s middle ranks were pitiful.
This was the third time they had been used as a bargaining chip, collaborating with three entirely different entities.
The first time was with the Wu race, to scheme against the Yao race.
The second time was with the Yao race, to scheme against the Wu race.
The third time was even crueler, directly sending both the Wu and Yao to the heavens.
“This Shao Yang is truly the most ruthless being in the Honghuang!”
“Ssssh! This is too brutal!”
Beings throughout the heavens and realms had to acknowledge.
【“You participate in my plan, personally intervene, and ignite the most brutal killing tribulation of the Wu-Yao blood war. Your Dao of Slaughter will surely ascend.” Shao Yang calmly analyzed. “Then, I will guide the Wu and Yao to a situation where both sides are exhausted…”】
【“At that time.”】
【“At the most extreme, most climactic moment of the Wu-Yao Tribulation, you will personally enter, reap the lives of countless Wu and Yao Xian gods, kill off both races, and end the Wu-Yao era!”】
【Shao Yang’s tone was calm and composed at this moment.】
【The rise and fall of two terrifying, vast races didn’t seem to hold much weight in his mind.】
【Even Ming He, the God of Slaughter, was a bit restless.】
【The person in front of him was even more insane and even more treacherous!】
【Ming He nodded. “It is a good plan. What do you want me to do?”】
【“I want you… at that moment, to condense the killing intent and tribulation energy of the entire Wu-Yao epoch, achieving the strongest sword.” Shao Yang Di Jun said. “Then, unleash that sword on Hong Jun!”】
【Ming He’s pupils constricted.】
【“Even if you don’t kill Hong Jun, he will come after you. After all, the Yao race is a trump card of Hong Jun.” Shao Yang smiled.】
【“Since that’s the case, why not strike first? Eliminate the Wu and Yao races, then break through Heaven… You will achieve the most glorious feat, potentially standing side-by-side with Pangu!”】
【“I like it. Kill all the Da Luo, offer the entire epoch as a sacrifice. I feel my blood boiling! I’m in.” Ming He nodded solemnly.】
Beings throughout the heavens and realms twitched their mouths involuntarily.
Slaughtering so many Da Luo Supremes, Primal Gods, and even Daozu Hong Jun…
Using this as a sacrifice to gain limitless power.
This move felt familiar.
It was just like the Chaos Era, when Pangu stood in Chaos, tears in his eyes, killing the Three Thousand Demon Gods who had also been born from Chaos?
This was too… too insane!
“My god! This Shao Yang Di Jun is so ruthless!”
“We have truly opened our eyes today!”
“I thought the blood sacrifice in our world was the most terrifying. But compared to the Saint Dao Huang Huang world, it’s like comparing a tiny wizard to a grand sorcerer!”
“The treachery of the Honghuang continues to redefine my understanding!”
“To think that these Da Luo are not only outrageously powerful but also so calculating! You need a brain to even play against these Da Luo!”