txolops Chapter 165 A Fair Discussion on the Measure of Calamity
Chapter 165 A Fair Discussion on the Measure of Calamity
Just when Taibai thought he could return to Wuyi Mountain and cultivate in peace to prepare for breaking through to the Hunyuan Golden Immortal realm, his body uncontrollably flew towards the Netherworld.
Moreover, what's even more terrifying is that Taibai's flight speed is exceptionally fast, even faster than that of ordinary quasi-saints.
"Could it be... that Consort Pingxin is trying to cause me trouble because of the struggle between Chi You and Xuanyuan for the Human Emperor position?"
Thinking of this, Taibai felt a chill run down his spine.
In just half a day, Taibai flew over thousands of mountains and rivers, over half of the Netherworld Blood Sea, over Fengdu Ghost City, and arrived at the core of the Netherworld.
Taibai looked at Consort Pingxin, whose hands were still raised, and before she could ask him anything, he bowed and said:
"Disciple Taibai greets Lady Pingxin. I wish Your Majesty's holy path will flourish daily, that you will soon return to the earthly path, and attain transcendence."
"Hmph." Pingxin's gaze swept over, and a faint hum was heard, yet it caused the surrounding cyclical energy to pause slightly.
"If you cause me less trouble, the tunnels will be restored, and my brother's return may be on the horizon."
Li Bai was speechless for a moment, and the words of explanation he was about to utter ultimately turned into silence.
He stood with his head bowed, saying no more.
The entire Six Paths of Reincarnation space fell into a deep silence, with only the low hum of the vortex of reincarnation spinning.
Taibai waited quietly, knowing that Empress Pingxin had not brought him here forcibly just to give him a reprimand.
He simply calmed himself down and waited for what was to come.
About fifteen minutes later, Pingxin took a deep breath and spoke again:
"The next great calamity is coming."
The short numbers resonated deeply within Taibai's mind.
Even though he already knew the trajectory of destiny, hearing it from the mouth of a saint-level being still made him feel a sense of dread.
He had thought that his actions might delay or even avert this calamity, or at least prevent it from happening so quickly.
Even though the Twelve Golden Immortals did not commit any murderous acts and their positions in the Heavenly Court gradually increased, the calamity that shrouded the primordial world still quietly approached along some irresistible trajectory.
Shock followed by confusion.
The cycle of eons has always been governed by the Heavenly Way, concerning the rise and fall of fortune and the reckoning of cause and effect.
The Goddess Pingxin is a reincarnation who governs the Earthly Path. Although her authority intersects with that of the Heavenly Path, they remain independent. How could she know the future?
Taibai's face showed just the right amount of surprise and confusion as he looked up and asked:
"Is Your Majesty truly certain? The dust of the Lich Wars has settled, and not a long time has passed since then, how could this be..."
"What I have said is without falsehood. Although the Great Kalpa belongs to the realm of the Heavenly Way, the Earthly Way is virtuous and sustains all things. All changes in the primordial land are within the Earth's perception."
Recently, I have clearly perceived that calamity energy is silently gathering across the primordial land.
"I see. In that case, Your Majesty, have you been able to deduce the cause of this great calamity?"
What matter will this be about? Your Majesty... do you have a good plan to avoid or resolve this?
Pingxin glanced at Taibai, then waved his right hand, and a screen appeared in front of the two of them.
The screen displayed a map of the primordial world, shrunk countless times.
These four ancient continents share a common characteristic: they are all surrounded by black calamity energy.
Among them, the western lands have the thinnest calamity energy, almost none at all.
The place where the calamity energy was most concentrated and deep was none other than the Southern Continent.
They are found in Dongsheng Shenzhou next, and also in Beiju Luzhou.
The Southern Continent is the core region where the human race has multiplied and thrived. Although there are alchemists, the majority of the population are still ordinary people who have never embarked on the path of immortality.
Presenting this image objectively, the intention is self-evident.
"Does Her Majesty mean... that the protagonist of this great calamity will be the human race?"
"Judging from the convergence and flow of the calamity energy, the human race's fortune is most deeply connected to this calamity, and it is unlikely that they can remain uninvolved."
Suddenly, as if he had thought of something, Taibai immediately shut his mouth.
Seeing that Taibai was no longer pressing the matter, Pingxin repeatedly gave him meaningful glances.
However, Taibai did not reply at all, as if he did not see Pingxin.
Taibai also knew that since Pingxin had come to him and brought up the matter of the Great Tribulation, it meant that she was not looking for him for anything good.
After all, the Investiture of the Gods was a calamity with profound implications and extensive calculations, so much so that even disciples of sages could not escape its fate.
Moreover, every action of a sage is imbued with profound meaning and is driven by a specific purpose.
Since there's no way to avoid it, then before agreeing, try to gain as much initiative as possible.
Silence is sometimes the best attitude, letting the other party know that you are not someone to be manipulated.
In this way, one might gain some benefits, and perhaps the unknown troubles could be lessened.
Seeing that Taibai was like a clay sculpture or a wooden statue, Pingxin finally lost patience.
Her aura deepened slightly, subtly echoing the power of reincarnation, making the space feel even more oppressive.
"This great calamity, though seemingly occurring in the mortal world of human dynasties,
But past examples serve as a warning: in the Longhan and Wuyao eras, which great calamity didn't sweep across the primordial world, plunging all living beings into chaos? This time will be no exception.
"Young friend Taibai, have you ever considered where you will find yourself amidst this calamity, and what role you will play?"
"Your Majesty, I am a foolish and dull disciple, who only knows to devote myself to the Dao."
Moreover, I am a disciple of the Three Pure Ones, so I believe no one would dare to lay a hand on me. Therefore, I should choose to focus on my cultivation.
"Hmph, devoted to the Dao? Retreating from the world for quiet cultivation? Fine, I won't beat around the bush with you anymore. I have a favor to ask of you. Are you willing to agree?"
"I don't want to."
The moment the words left his mouth, Pingxin's previously calm expression turned gloomy at a visible speed.
However, she was helpless against Taibai, since he had three Heavenly Saints backing him up, and only Taibai could help her succeed.
Helpless, Pingxin sighed softly and patiently said to Taibai:
"Young friend, if you are willing to lend me a hand, I can do you a favor when you attain enlightenment."
Although the path of the Primordial Golden Immortal was almost extinct in the prehistoric world, Pingxin had already become a saint and could see that Taibai was walking this path.
In her opinion, the only thing that could move Taibai now was to help him become a saint.
However, Taibai didn't quite believe it.
The path to becoming a Primordial Golden Immortal relies entirely on the cultivator's own strength to attain enlightenment. Unless the Great Dao itself descends, outsiders can hardly offer any assistance.
"May I ask Your Majesty, how exactly can you assist your disciple? As far as I know, a Primordial Golden Immortal must cultivate a single law to perfection to achieve this. Does Your Majesty possess the complete Five Elements Laws?"
"Within the primordial world, it is no longer possible to become a Grand Luo Golden Immortal. The positions of Heavenly Dao Saints are full, but there are still vacancies for Earthly Dao Saints."
"If you wish, I can grant you the status of a Saint of the Earthly Realm, thus allowing you to freely enter and leave the Primordial World."
"In addition, I also possess the battle scenes from the time of the creation of the world. You can observe the battle between the Five Elements Demon God and the Father God, which may allow you to advance your Five Elements Laws to a higher level."
Having said that, Pingxin waved his hand again. This time, it was not a transformation of the light screen, but a sudden change in the entire scene of the Six Paths of Reincarnation.