txolops Chapter 656 I am Long Aotian
Chapter 656 I am Long Aotian
Each ancient character of the Great Dao flows with the radiance of the Great Dao, as if carrying a complete Great Dao of Heaven and Earth, rising and falling, shining brightly.
At the very top of all written characters, ruling over all laws and all things, is the character "Tao".
The character "道" is the general principle of all ancient characters, and all ancient characters in the world are governed by it.
Below the character "Dao," countless mysterious ancient characters representing the Great Dao fluttered about: destiny, cause and effect, lifespan, calamity, swastika...
Each ancient character radiates divine light.
Each ancient character, rising and falling in the air, exudes a powerful force that suppresses time and space; once destiny is revealed, the river of fate freezes.
As the concepts of cause and effect emerged, the entanglements of fate in the vast world of China were fully revealed, the word "calamity" stirred, and the lament of the destruction of an era resounded throughout heaven and earth.
Upon seeing these Great Dao characters, all the powerful beings in the Nine Provinces and Great Thousand Worlds, including the Four Heavenly Venerables, stood frozen in place, their bodies trembling slightly.
The moment they saw the ancient characters covering the sky, the immense divine power within them caused them to bow their heads uncontrollably, an irresistible urge to kneel and worship surging within their hearts.
Countless reclusive old monsters, sect leaders, and top experts instantly soared into the sky, thousands of figures traversing the heavens, their auras surging and their expressions fanatical.
"These are ancient characters of the Great Dao, the very essence of Heaven and Earth, an unparalleled opportunity has manifested in this world!"
"Seeing these words is like seeing the Dao itself; such creation is unprecedented in the vast universe! Today, I'm determined to fight for one!"
"To obtain even a single word is to transcend the mortal realm and attain enlightenment, breaking free from the shackles of cultivation—an opportunity that comes only once every ten thousand years. This time, we absolutely cannot let it slip away!"
Countless powerful individuals rushed forward, unleashing their strongest cultivation levels. The light from their magical treasures filled the sky as they frantically attacked the ancient characters of the Great Dao that floated in the air, attempting to seize the opportunity by force with overwhelming martial prowess.
But soon they were all frozen in mid-air, their faces ashen.
These ancient characters of the Great Dao float and sink at will, completely disregarding brute force and unafraid of being entangled by any supernatural powers or magic.
Anyone who made a move would have their attack vanish into thin air upon touching the ancient characters within a three-foot radius. Their body would also be directly repelled by a gentle yet irresistible invisible Dao aura. Several attempts were in vain, and no one could touch these mysterious ancient Dao characters even slightly.
A group of powerful figures hung in mid-air, their fists clenched, their eyes filled with anxiety and resentment, and sighs rose and fell.
"How could it be... that I can't even touch him?"
"We're watching this unparalleled opportunity unfold before us, yet we're powerless to do anything about it. Are we destined to miss out on this incredible stroke of luck?"
Just as everyone was getting restless, a figure in a snow-white Taoist robe slowly walked through the air, his faint Taoist aura spreading in all directions. It was none other than the Heavenly Venerable of Taoist Laws.
Upon seeing Dao Fa Tian Zun appear, the group of powerful figures instantly suppressed their restless energy, bowed in unison, and spoke with heartfelt reverence.
"Greetings, Celestial Venerable of the Dao!"
Everyone knew that the person before them was the most powerful expert in this vast world, with the deepest cultivation and the most profound foundation. He was a legendary figure recognized by the world, and no one dared to show the slightest disrespect to him.
Dao Fa Tianzun's gaze swept over the countless cultivators, his voice deep and resonant, echoing throughout the entire sky:
"This is an unparalleled opportunity bestowed upon the entire Great Thousand World by Senior Jiang out of compassion for all living beings. This opportunity depends on one's own destiny, regardless of status or cultivation level. Forcibly seizing it is not only useless, but also disrespectful to Senior Jiang who bestowed this opportunity. Everyone must remember not to try to seize it recklessly."
Although Dao Fa Tian Zun didn't know whether Jiang Hao did it or not, he felt in his heart that only Jiang Hao could have done it.
Since Jiang Hao is currently unable to preside over the event, he will naturally help maintain order.
"yes!"
The powerful figures exchanged glances. Despite their deep reluctance, none dared to utter a single word of rebuttal. The Heavenly Venerable's majesty was undeniable, leaving them no room for resistance.
The crowd stood suspended high in the air, their eyes fixed on the ancient characters floating in the sky, their thoughts largely the same.
"Someone has to get the opportunity, why can't it be me? If I have enough good fortune, I might be able to obtain an ancient character of the Great Dao and ascend to heaven in one step."
Upon seeing this, the ordinary people all showed joy and exclaimed in praise.
"Great! This opportunity isn't based on strength, but solely on fate. Now even ordinary people like us have a chance!"
"Senior Jiang Sheng had the common people at heart, acted fairly, and never showed favoritism to the powerful. He was truly the epitome of benevolence!"
"Yes, we can never repay Senior Jiang Sheng's kindness!"
"I wonder what kind of destiny these ancient characters hold. If I were fortunate enough to obtain even one, it might change my impoverished fate, or even lead me onto the path of cultivation, and perhaps one day even have the chance to reach the realm of a Celestial Venerable!"
Countless beings held their breath, raised their heads to gaze at the heavens, clasped their hands together in sincere prayer, and quietly awaited their own destiny.
A moment later, the ancient characters of the Great Dao floating in the sky transformed into streaks of dazzling light, scattering and falling to every corner of the Great Thousand World.
Before long, people from all over the country with great fortune began to receive the ancient characters, and one after another, miraculous scenes of creation unfolded.
In a remote rural area, a farmer who has been diligently working in the fields for many years was bending over to tend his crops when a gilded ancient character for "cultivation" suddenly fell from above his head and burrowed directly into his body.
The moment the ancient characters entered his body, the warm and vast power of the Great Dao washed over his entire body, bones, and flesh, dissolving all the backaches and internal ailments accumulated from years of labor.
The frail mortal body is reshaped by the origin of heaven and earth, and the physical body is rooted in the earth, following the law of life and death. Without deliberate cultivation, it is born with a stable and evergreen foundation, and will live a peaceful and calamity-free life with lasting good fortune.
The farmer stood frozen in the middle of the field, raising his hand to feel the gentle power flowing through his body. His eyes instantly reddened, and he knelt down with a thud, repeatedly kowtowing towards the sky, thanking everyone he could, his whole body trembling with excitement.
"Thank you, Senior Jiang Sheng! Thank you, Senior Jiang Sheng!"
In a remote, small sect, a down-on-his-luck middle-aged cultivator, whose wife had abandoned him because of his incompetence, was diligently cultivating. At that moment, a stream of light bearing the character "韧" (resilient) landed between his brows and merged into the depths of his soul.
The anxiety, despair, and inner demons buried deep in his heart for many years vanished completely. The barriers to cultivation that had trapped him for countless years shattered, and his Dao heart became perfect and clear. From now on, his path of cultivation will be smooth and unobstructed.
"I am deeply grateful for your generous gift!"
The middle-aged cultivator stood there for a long time, then burst into tears, looked up at the sky and laughed loudly, releasing all the pent-up emotions of the past years. He knelt down deeply to the heavens, giving thanks for the blessings bestowed upon him.
The fact that his wife ran away doesn't matter at this moment!
In a remote town, an elderly man, his skin withered, his breath weak, and his life fading away, leans against a wall, barely clinging to life. A warm, gentle character for "peace" slowly floats down and merges into his chest.
The dying and decaying body is instantly revitalized, the decaying organs are fully repaired, the depleted lifespan is extended, and from then on, it is immune to all diseases, stays away from disasters, and is protected by the Great Dao of Heaven and Earth.
The old man slowly stood up, raised his hand to touch his rejuvenated body, tears streaming down his face, and looked up at the sky again and again, filled with gratitude.
All kinds of living beings in the world have the opportunity to be favored. There are exotic beasts that roam the mountains and forests, aquatic creatures that lurk in the deep sea, merchants who travel to all corners of the world, and soldiers who guard the border. Each of them has a corresponding Dao character that falls upon them, and each of them reaps the great Dao creation that suits them.
Those who received this opportunity were all filled with gratitude as they looked up at the sky!
"Thank you very much, Senior Jiang Sheng!"
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The sky above Dahai City was bustling with people, all of whom looked up at the streaks of light filling the sky. Compared to Dacang City, Dahai City was larger and more prosperous, and was one of the top metropolises in the Great Xia Dynasty.
Standing in the crowd was a tall, imposing young man with a bold and assertive demeanor, gazing up at the sacred gate with barely suppressed excitement and fervor in his eyes, muttering to himself:
"An unparalleled opportunity has appeared in this world! A genius like me, Ye Zhen, is surely chosen by destiny. Today, I will seize the great Dao and rise to the top, sweeping away all obstacles, to become the one and only Dragon Overlord in this world!"
The young man's name was Ye Zhen. He was dressed in a simple black casual outfit, with a neat and upright figure and a lively and flamboyant expression.
Don't let his comical behavior fool you; he's not as simple as he seems.
He is the founder and leader of the Dahai City folk paranormal forum, and he single-handedly built the largest independent paranormal control force in the folk.
Moreover, as the head of all paranormal affairs in Dahai City, his combat strength ranks firmly among the top tier of the younger generation.
He can truly be called the chosen one of heaven in this era!
At this moment, Ye Zhen stared intently at the Primordial Gate in the sky, his eyes shining brightly.
"A tremendous opportunity has descended from the heavens! The calamity has been completely quelled, ushering in a golden age of prosperity. Such an extraordinary opportunity will undoubtedly befall me, Ye Zhen. I, Ye Zhen, will surely rise rapidly like the protagonists in those stories, dominating the world! Hahaha!"
"Uh..." The citizens of the city around him were already used to his behavior, knowing that their city's leader was always so eccentric.
"How embarrassing!" Many of Ye Zhen's colleagues quietly took a few steps back, their mouths twitching, feeling that shouting like that in public was too shameful.
But to everyone's utter surprise, as soon as Ye Zhen finished speaking, among the thousands of gilded ancient characters in the sky, a sharp and dazzling "Courage" character suddenly broke through the group of characters, transformed into a golden rainbow and fell straight down, instantly disappearing into the depths of Ye Zhen's sea of consciousness.
A boundless and powerful aura of courage swept over his entire body, causing his body to undergo a transformation from top to bottom.
The dark corruption left by his past manipulation of the bizarre was completely swept away, the fog in his mind dissipated, and a complete and open orthodox path clearly emerged.
Upon witnessing this scene, the surrounding citizens were instantly in uproar, their faces filled with shock.
"No way? That guy Ye Zhen just casually mentioned something, and the opportunity actually fell into his lap?"
"How can someone so immature have such great fortune? Is that even possible?"
"Does being a 'chuunibyou' (a person with delusions of grandeur) give them a bonus when it comes to opportunities?"
Many people were tempted by this and began to imitate Ye Zhenzhong's eccentric remarks.
"I, Zhang San, am the chosen one of destiny. I am destined to receive a heaven-defying opportunity and become an immortal!"
But they found it was all in vain; the opportunity still hadn't come.
"Damn it, something's not right!"
Soon, Ye Zhen's aura quietly transformed, and he became spirited and vigorous. He felt that his meridians were clear and comfortable, and the hidden dangers of backlash from his past control of demons completely disappeared.
"Haha, good, awesome! This is the true orthodox path, this is what cultivation should look like. From now on, don't contact me again about the so-called 'Manipulating Demons' technique, I'm afraid the character 'courage' will misunderstand!"
Ye Zhen trembled slightly, then threw his head back and let out a hearty, unrestrained laugh. His loud laughter echoed throughout the entire city, and he was radiant and full of vigor.
"Hahaha! I knew it! I, Ye Zhen, am definitely the chosen one! I survived in chaotic times, and in this prosperous era, I have received unparalleled opportunities. Heaven and earth favor me alone!"