Chapter 249: Transcendence (Part 5)
The inner disciple of the Myriad Laws Emperor Sect died. He was killed by Ning Changqing.
A faint trace of surprise appeared on Ning Changqing's face. He buried the corpse of the inner disciple with his own hands.
"Immortal spirit... how interesting."
In Ning Changqing's memory, immortal spirits had always stood high above all existence. Yet now, within the Myriad Laws Emperor Sect, even ordinary disciples treated that being with extreme reverence. Merely mentioning his name was enough to drive them into a frenzied state, forcing them to fight with their last breath. Even though such resistance was ultimately meaningless.
"Does the young master also take an interest in that immortal spirit?"
The woman following behind Ning Changqing asked softly. She had also heard of the legends surrounding the immortal spirit of the Myriad Laws Emperor Sect.
That immortal spirit had defeated multiple supreme prodigies in succession. Even the unparalleled genius of the Phoenix Clan, one who carried the bloodline of the Phoenix Ancestor, had been defeated and willingly became his mount.
The Crown Prince of the Azure Heaven Ancient Dragon Clan had been nailed down with a single strike. The Innate Holy Spirit of the Primordial Dao Domain had not even dared to fight; his Dao heart shattered in fear. Too many monstrous prodigies across the ages had been defeated by that immortal spirit.
Di Chen. A name bearing the title "Emperor." One of a kind throughout the ages.
Ning Changqing nodded slightly.
"An immortal spirit is a being that stands above all things. To them, all living beings are no different from ants. They would not even spare them a second glance. Such existences are inherently solitary. But the disciples of the Myriad Laws Emperor Sect treat that immortal spirit with utmost reverence. Perhaps that immortal spirit possesses human nature."
Ning Changqing murmured softly.
"I wonder what kind of change would cause an immortal spirit to develop humanity... I would very much like to capture him and study him."
A being feared and avoided by all prodigies of the myriad races was now being spoken of as something to be captured and studied. If the world heard such words, they would likely think Ning Changqing was insane.
Yet the woman behind him believed every word without hesitation. In her eyes, everything he said was truth. Perhaps... he truly had the ability to capture the immortal spirit of the Myriad Laws Emperor Sect for study.
...
Su Chen knew nothing of this. And even if he did, he would not be angry. He would probably be quite pleased instead. Unfortunately, he remained unaware.
Behind Su Chen, countless prodigies followed him. There were Phoenix bloodline heirs, Qilin Emperor Sons, peerless great demons, and unrivaled ruthless geniuses.
These so-called invincible prodigies all willingly bowed their heads before a single figure, becoming mounts, carriage bearers, or mere background figures among the crowd.
Su Chen began to lecture the Dao across the starry sky. Whether they were disciples of great sects or ordinary mortals, all were allowed to listen to his teachings. Phenomena descended without end. Though he had not yet become Emperor, his figure had already become the center of heaven and earth, overlooking all ages.
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Humans, demons, devils, holy spirits—geniuses of all races gathered together to listen to his sermon.
"Our master truly lives up to being the number one of all ages."
"Preaching to all beings, dispersing the Dao to all beings—this is the act of a Dao Ancestor, a blessing left to all living spirits."
"This is true greatness of heart, true invincibility. Even the term ‘Emperor potential' feels far too shallow to describe him..."
"Throughout history, no one has ever done such a thing. One man has elevated the prosperity of all races. Even without becoming Emperor, he is already revered by all beings."
"The immortal spirit has appeared. The mandate of heaven has been set."
"..."
Su Chen did not withhold anything. Even though among these listeners were future challengers, hostile descendants of opposing factions, and competing prodigies. He did not care in the slightest. He demonstrated his Dao openly, allowing all beings to comprehend it.
In truth, across all eras, no inheritance—regardless of its strength—would ever be easily shared. Many would rather let their lineage die out than pass it on. Yet Su Chen did the opposite. He allowed all beings to comprehend it freely.
Looking across history, not even Emperors had ever possessed such magnanimity. He did not care whether living beings gained enlightenment. What he cared about was that the beings of this world were simply too mediocre.
...
Ning Changqing continued to grind through battles and level up. His strength had become even more unfathomable. None of the opponents he encountered could withstand even a single exchange. It was not that his enemies were too weak. It was that he was simply too strong. At least, that was what Ning Changqing believed.
Within Emperor City, a major incident caused the entire city to tremble. A nobody from an unknown background had actually crippled a true disciple of the Myriad Laws Emperor Sect in a single battle. The Myriad Laws Emperor Sect... was the very same sect as that legendary figure.
It was the force that made all prodigies of the myriad races bow their heads in submission. Yet that unknown young man had even dared to claim he would capture Di Chen alive. In the eyes of other factions' geniuses, this was no different from courting death and digging one's own grave.
Strangely enough, there were still some brainless immortal sects protecting that reckless youth, causing many forces that intended to capture him and curry favor with the Myriad Laws Emperor Sect to suffer setbacks.
As for those factions, Ning Changqing did not care in the slightest. He had already laid down an earth-shaking killing formation. As long as that so-called immortal spirit dared to come, he would not escape from his grasp.
He intended to tame the immortal spirit and turn him into a war general under his command, to accompany him on the path toward transcendence.
...
"Emperor Son... Emperor Son... something terrible has happened!"
Su Chen opened his eyes. His aura was as vast as the starry sky, deep and boundless. Sitting within the ancient land, he resembled a blazing sun suspended in the heavens.
A true disciple of the Myriad Laws Emperor Sect rushed in hastily.
Su Chen: "..."
The disciple forced a bitter smile.
"Emperor Son, a madman has killed four direct disciples of our sect's elder lineage in succession. Even Senior Brother Wan was slain by him. Now that man is publicly declaring that he will capture you alive and study the secrets of the immortal spirit."
The world manifested behind Su Chen abruptly shattered. Beneath him, several terrifying auras that had been in meditation all awoke at once. They turned their gazes toward the true disciple.
"What kind of ignorant fool dares to speak so arrogantly? To show disrespect toward our master? Allow me to kill him!"
A golden giant spoke, killing intent erupting. Within his body flowed the ancient bloodline of the Golden Emperor Clan, allowing him to erupt with dozens of times his normal combat strength for a short period. He had once believed himself invincible among those of the same realm.
Yet after meeting Su Chen, he finally understood what true invincibility and true grandeur meant. He had been completely subdued by Su Chen's bearing and willingly became a follower on the path toward transcendence.
Now, someone actually dared to insult the god he revered in his heart. Not only the Golden Emperor Clan descendant, but all the prodigies with supreme bloodlines, supreme physiques, and supreme talent were filled with rage.
In their hearts, Su Chen was nothing less than a divine existence. Anyone who showed him disrespect would die.
The true disciple of the Myriad Laws Emperor Sect was instantly locked down by countless terrifying gazes. Each of those auras belonged to beings capable of destroying entire clans or wiping out sacred orthodoxies if they were released into the outside world.
Su Chen raised his hand, stopping his agitated followers. He then looked at the true disciple.
"Tell me everything that happened in detail."