“Senior, you flatter me! I don’t even fully understand the Ultimate Path Realm, let alone the Dao Ancestor Realm!” Li Mu smiled faintly, his tone humble, but a hint of curiosity flashed in his eyes, as if seeking guidance.
Having just reached the Mahayana Great Vehicle Dao Lord Realm, Li Mu had a vague understanding of the upcoming Ultimate Path Realm, but the specific cultivation path and methods for Breakthrough were a blank slate. Grand Profound Sword Revered, being an Ultimate Path Realm expert, naturally knew the mysteries of the Ultimate Path Realm like the back of his hand.
Seeing Li Mu’s desire to learn, Grand Profound Sword Revered did not hold back. He smiled slightly and introduced, “Since Dao Friend Li is sincere in seeking the Dao, I will explain it to you in detail.”
“The Ultimate Path has nine returns, and the Dao is one!”
Grand Profound Sword Revered summarized the two Realms in one sentence, then continued, “After stepping into the Great Vehicle Dao Lord Realm, Dao Friend Li can initially grasp the Law Origin. But to go further, you need to push your own Law to the extreme and perfectly fuse it with the Law of Heaven and Earth. This is the Ultimate Path Realm.”
“Previously, in your battle with the Eternal Demonic God’s Dao Domain Origin, the nine Eternal Demonic Corpses he manifested were the ultimate evolution of his Eternal Demonic Path. Each Demonic Corpse represented an ultimate Demonic Path Law.” Grand Profound Sword Revered’s tone was solemn, a hint of dread flashing in his eyes. He continued, “The Eternal Demonic God used his Eternal Demonic Path as his Foundation, fusing nine Demonic Path Laws and Cultivating them to the extreme before stepping into the Ultimate Path Realm. Each Eternal Demonic Corpse is a manifestation of his Ultimate Path Realm!”
Upon hearing this, Li Mu couldn’t help but show a look of realization, having an Epiphany, “So that’s how it is. The Extreme Fire Dao Domain cultivated by Celestial Phoenix Immortal Emperor was those nine Fire Phoenixes!”
“Exactly! You are teachable!” Grand Profound Sword Revered nodded in satisfaction, a hint of approval flashing in his eyes. He continued, “Celestial Phoenix Immortal Emperor’s Fire Dao’s extreme Realm has been Cultivated to near Perfection, and she is only one step away from the Dao Ancestor Realm, the union of the Dao.”
“However, this last step is the most difficult chasm to cross.” There was a hint of solemnity in Grand Profound Sword Revered’s tone as he gazed deeply into the distance, as if recalling something.
Li Mu listened intently, his understanding of the Ultimate Path Realm and the Dao Ancestor Realm gradually becoming clearer. He understood that although he had already found his footing in the Great Vehicle Dao Lord Realm, to go further, he needed to push his Chaos Dao to the extreme, and even beyond, to reach a Realm where it merged with the Great Dao of Heaven and Earth.
But what were the nine Chaos Dao Laws corresponding to the Chaotic Great Dao?
Li Mu paused slightly, furrowing his brows in deep thought.
Grand Profound Sword Revered seemed to have perceived Li Mu’s difficulty. He smiled faintly and reminded him, “The Ultimate Path Realm emphasizes ‘Ultimate Path Nine Returns,’ which means the evolution of nine ultimate Dao Laws. Each Dao Law needs to be Cultivated to the extreme before it can perfectly fuse with the Law of Heaven and Earth. Fellow Daoist, the Chaotic Great Dao you Cultivate is inherently the Origin of all Daos. To push it to the extreme and evolve nine ultimate Chaos Dao Laws, thereby stepping into the Ultimate Path Realm, is no small feat!”
“Nine ultimate Chaos Dao Laws…” Li Mu murmured softly, a hint of confusion flashing in his eyes.
Soon after, Li Mu quickly understood his Dao path, and a bitter smile appeared on his face.
Indeed!
The Chaotic Great Dao is inherently the One Dao, so how can there be nine returns?
Grand Profound Sword Revered looked at Li Mu and continued, “Dao Friend Li, your battle with Celestial Phoenix Immortal Emperor today has allowed you to glimpse the source of the Fire Dao, which is one of the ultimate evolutions of the Chaos Dao. If you can comprehend the other eight ultimate Dao Laws, perhaps you can use the Chaotic Great Dao to step into the Ultimate Path Realm.”
“Senior, you may not know, but the Dao Laws encompassed by the Chaos Dao Laws, besides the Ten Great Dao Laws, Yin and Yang, Five Elements, Space-time, Karma, and Years, also include numerous derived Dao Laws,” Li Mu explained, his brows slightly furrowed.
“Indeed! The Chaotic Great Dao is unfathomable. For Dao Friend Li to be able to Cultivate this Dao is already a great Opportunity.” Grand Profound Sword Revered nodded in agreement, a hint of emotion flashing in his eyes. He said, “The Chaotic Great Dao encompasses everything, which only highlights its profoundness. If Dao Friend Li can comprehend nine ultimate Dao Laws from it and fuse them with the Chaotic Great Dao, perhaps you can use this to step into the Ultimate Path Realm.”
“This…” Li Mu frowned. Although he had gained some insight, he still felt the path ahead was difficult.
Seeing Li Mu’s solemn expression, Grand Profound Sword Revered smiled faintly and comforted him, “Dao Friend Li, there’s no need to worry too much. The path of Cultivation is inherently a step-by-step process, and it cannot be rushed. You have already glimpsed the Fire Dao today, which is an excellent beginning. Next, you only need to proceed gradually, comprehending the other Dao Laws one by one. One day, you will surely step into the Ultimate Path Realm.”
“Thank you for your Senior’s guidance, Junior has learned much.” Li Mu bowed in gratitude.
“No need to be polite! We are of the same Race, just call me Fellow Daoist!” Grand Profound Sword Revered waved his hand, his tone gentle, but then his expression turned serious as he looked at Li Mu and said solemnly, “Dao Friend Li, besides guiding you on your path of Cultivation, I have another matter to ask of you today.”
Upon hearing this, Li Mu’s expression straightened, and he cupped his hands, “Senior, please speak!”
Grand Profound Sword Revered nodded and slowly said, “Now that the Three Realms are open, the Spirit Realm, Demon Abyss, and Immortal Spirit Race are constantly in dispute. The Human Race is weak and in a precarious situation. The Demon Abyss has a total of thirteen Demonic Gods, and the Immortal Spirit Realm has seven Immortal Emperors, all of whom are Ultimate Path Realm experts with immense power, making it difficult for Human Race Cultivators to resist.”
“However, Dao Friend Li, your battle today, where you defeated the Eternal Demonic God and Celestial Phoenix Immortal Emperor, has revealed your extraordinary strength and potential. I hope that Dao Friend Li can join the Tai Xuan Sword Sect, lead the Human Race Cultivators, and jointly resist external enemies!” After a pause, Grand Profound Sword Revered looked at Li Mu with burning eyes, his tone carrying a hint of earnestness and expectation.
“Senior, although Junior is willing to contribute to the Human Race, my Cultivation is still shallow, and I’m afraid I cannot bear such a heavy responsibility.” Li Mu felt thorny upon hearing this. He was single-mindedly pursuing the Great Dao and did not like to get involved in these disputes. If not for the circumstances, he would be even more unwilling to provoke the Eternal Demonic God and Celestial Phoenix Immortal Emperor.
Grand Profound Sword Revered said seriously, “Dao Friend Li, you don’t need to underestimate yourself. Your battle today has already revealed your Ultimate Path Realm combat power. Moreover, the Chaotic Great Dao is the Origin of all Daos, with infinite potential. If you can push it to the extreme and step into the Ultimate Path Realm, Dao Friend Li’s strength will surely far exceed those of the same rank. At that time, you will be the pillar of the Human Race, and the hope for the Human Race’s revival will greatly increase!”
“Soon, today, both the Eternal Demonic God and Celestial Phoenix Immortal Emperor were defeated by your hand. They will surely view you as a thorn in their side and have forged a deep hatred with the Demon Abyss and the Immortal Spirit Race. Even if you don’t take the initiative, they will never let you go!” Grand Profound Sword Revered solemnly reminded Li Mu, as if thinking of something.
“Uh!”
Li Mu pondered for a moment, his expression firm, and he cupped his hands in polite refusal, “Senior’s kindness, Junior is deeply grateful. However, Junior Cultivates the Chaotic Great Dao, which emphasizes the unity of all methods and a pure Dao Heart. If I join a Sect, it will inevitably incur Karma and bind my Dao Heart, which might hinder my Great Dao Cultivation.”
Li Mu paused and continued, “The path of Cultivation is long. Only by being single-minded can one glimpse the true meaning of the Great Dao. Now that the Three Realms are in dispute, Junior, as a member of the Human Race, naturally cannot stand idly by. I can only contribute to the Human Race as a Loose Cultivator. But if I join a Sect, I might find it difficult to balance Cultivation and Sect affairs, which would instead betray Senior’s expectations.”
Upon hearing this, Grand Profound Sword Revered frowned slightly, feeling unwilling, and wanted to persuade him further. But seeing Li Mu’s sincere expression and firm tone, he knew his mind was made up.
After pondering for a moment, Grand Profound Sword Revered sighed and said, “Dao Friend Li’s heart is set on the Great Dao, and I understand. It’s just that the Human Race is currently weak. If there were a strong person like Fellow Daoist to take charge, it would surely boost morale! However, since Fellow Daoist is determined to seek the Dao, I will not force you.”
Li Mu nodded slightly, apologizing, “Thank you for your Senior’s understanding. Although Junior will not join the Sect, if there is a need, I am willing to contribute to the Human Race!”
Grand Profound Sword Revered’s expression softened slightly, and he nodded, “Good! With Fellow Daoist’s intention, I am relieved. If there is a need in the future, the gates of Tai Xuan Sword Sect will always be open for Fellow Daoist.”
Li Mu cupped his hands again in thanks, “Senior’s kindness, Junior will bear it in mind.”
Grand Profound Sword Revered waved his hand and smiled, “Dao Friend Li, there’s no need for formalities. The path of Cultivation is long. I hope Fellow Daoist will soon step into the Ultimate Path Realm and add a boost to the Human Race.”
Li Mu said solemnly, “Junior will certainly work hard and not disappoint Senior’s expectations.”
Grand Profound Sword Revered nodded, then his figure flickered, and he rode the Profound Yellow Immortal Sword, transforming into a streak of sword light, disappearing into the starry Void Realm.
Watching Grand Profound Sword Revered’s receding figure, Li Mu couldn’t help but let out a sigh of relief. The pressure of dealing with an Ultimate Realm expert was not ordinary.
Soon, Li Mu’s figure flashed, and he sped towards Qi Ling Star. Right now, gathering the remaining nine-rank divine objects and reforging the Painting World Treasure Mansion was the main priority.
Deep within the Demon Abyss, in a majestic Demonic God Hall.
The Eternal Demonic God’s figure tumbled out of the Void Realm, falling heavily onto the obsidian floor in the center of the divine hall. His Demonic Body was covered in cracks, and crimson Demonic Blood continuously dripped, corroding deep pits into the ground.
“Hahaha!” A harsh sneer came from the depths of the divine hall, “Eternal, you have this day too! A dignified Demonic God, one of the thirteen Demonic Gods of the Demon Abyss, actually forced into such a pathetic state by a Human Race Junior, truly disgracing our Demon Abyss!”
The Eternal Demonic God raised his head, a hint of anger flashing in his crimson Demonic Eyes. He saw Black Vulture Demonic God sitting on the divine hall’s throne, legs crossed, looking at him with a mocking expression.
Black Vulture Demonic God’s figure was as sharp as an eagle, and his crimson eyes were full of derision.
“Black Vulture, stop gloating here!” The Eternal Demonic God gritted his teeth and growled, his voice filled with suppressed fury, “That kid possesses the Chaotic Great Dao. If he cannot be eliminated, he will surely become a great threat to our Demon Abyss in the future!”
Black Vulture Demonic God scoffed, slowly rising from the throne and looking down at the Eternal Demonic God, “Eternal, don’t you usually boast of being the number one Demonic God in the Demon Abyss? Why are you so pathetic today? Even your Origin has been damaged, truly laughable!”
The Eternal Demonic God’s face was grim, a hint of killing intent flashing in his Demonic Eyes, “Black Vulture, stop trying to provoke me here. It’s not your turn to dictate my actions. However, the Chaos Dao Embryo is indeed a good thing. If I can obtain it, perhaps my strength can advance further.”
Black Vulture Demonic God’s eyes flashed with a fierce light, and he sneered, “Eternal, stop trying to provoke me. It’s not your place to tell me what to do. However, the Chaos Dao Embryo is indeed a good thing. If I can obtain it, perhaps my strength can advance further, and maybe even the position of Demon Abyss Lord should be changed.”
Before his words finished, Black Vulture Demonic God’s figure had disappeared from the divine hall.
The Eternal Demonic God looked in the direction Black Vulture Demonic God had left, a hint of coldness flashing in his Demonic Eyes, “Black Vulture, do you think the Chaotic Great Dao is that easy to obtain? When you and that kid both suffer heavy losses, that will be the day I reap the benefits!”
The Eternal Demonic God slowly walked to the side of the throne, reaching out to press a black crystal on the armrest, opening a hidden Demonic Pool, and entering it. Immediately, dense Devilish Qi surged out, enveloping his Demonic Body.
“If this hatred is not avenged, I swear I will not be a Demon!” The Eternal Demonic God’s voice echoed in the divine hall, carrying endless resentment and killing intent towards Li Mu.
In the Immortal Spirit Realm, Celestial Phoenix Immortal Emperor’s figure passed through layers of the Void Realm and returned to her Imperial Palace. Her aura was extremely weak, her nine-colored immortal robes had long faded to plain white, and the Nirvana Wheel on her brow was dim and lusterless.
“Celestial Phoenix, what happened to you?” A clear voice came from the depths of the Imperial Palace, followed by a figure streaking like a ray of light. The newcomer was dressed in white robes, with sword-like brows and eyes, none other than another Immortal Emperor of the Immortal Spirit Realm—Jade Unicorn Immortal Emperor.
Jade Unicorn Immortal Emperor frowned tightly, looking at Celestial Phoenix Immortal Emperor, whose Origin was damaged, and asked in confusion, “How could you be so severely injured? Could it be that the Eternal Demonic God of the Demon Abyss attacked you?”
Celestial Phoenix Immortal Emperor gritted her teeth, barely suppressing her internal injuries, and said coldly, “It wasn’t the Eternal Demonic God, but a Human Race Junior.”
“Human Race?” Jade Unicorn Immortal Emperor was stunned for a moment, clearly surprised, “When did the Human Race produce such a strong individual, capable of injuring you to such an extent?”
Celestial Phoenix Immortal Emperor snorted coldly, a hint of dread flashing in her eyes, “This child is named Li Mu. He possesses the Chaotic Great Dao, and even most of my Nirvana Fire was devoured by him.”
“Chaotic Great Dao!” Jade Unicorn Immortal Emperor’s pupils constricted slightly, his tone filled with shock, and he asked in confusion, “If I remember correctly, that kid just advanced to the Mahayana Realm! How could he injure you?”
Celestial Phoenix Immortal Emperor’s tone was icy, “This child indeed just advanced to Mahayana, but the Chaos Dao is Weird and unpredictable, and its power far exceeds ordinary Dao Laws. He condensed Chaos Fire and devoured my Nirvana Fire, thereby glimpsing the Origin of the Fire Dao!”
Jade Unicorn Immortal Emperor’s brows furrowed tightly, his expression growing more solemn, “So that’s how it is. If this child is not eliminated, he will surely become a great threat to our Immortal Spirit Realm.”
Celestial Phoenix Immortal Emperor nodded, her tone carrying a hint of weariness. She said solemnly, “Indeed, this child has infinite potential. Although he just advanced to Mahayana, with the Chaotic Great Dao, his strength is not weaker than ours. If we don’t eliminate him while his wings are not yet fully grown, he will surely become a major hidden danger in the future. Even my Nine Extremes Reversion could not suppress him. To deal with him, we need to plan carefully.”
“Hmm! What are your thoughts?” Jade Unicorn Immortal Emperor looked at Celestial Phoenix Immortal Emperor, awaiting her explanation.
“This child also injured the Eternal Demonic God’s Origin. He definitely won’t let go of this grudge. Perhaps we can unite with the Demon Abyss and use their power to completely eliminate him!” Celestial Phoenix Immortal Emperor said with hatred.
Upon hearing this, a hint of hesitation flashed in Jade Unicorn Immortal Emperor’s eyes, “Those Demonic Gods are all cunning and treacherous, it’s like seeking skin from a tiger.”
Celestial Phoenix Immortal Emperor looked up at Jade Unicorn Immortal Emperor, her killing intent soaring, her attitude self-evident. (End of Chapter)
