Han Xuanji looked at the two people kneeling before him and remained silent for a moment.
In the garden, only the rustling of leaves in the wind and the slightly nervous breathing of the few people remained.
"Get up."
After a long time, Han Xuanji slowly spoke, his tone returning to normal.
"To correct a mistake is the greatest virtue. Since you have returned safely, let bygones be bygones."
Li Taiqing and Su Ming immediately felt relieved upon hearing this, but they did not stand up right away.
Li Taiqing looked up, his eyes firm:
"Master's teachings, this Disciple will engrave them in his heart. In future actions, I will surely think thrice, consider the overall situation, not seek momentary gratification, and live up to the expectations of my Master and fellow Disciples."
Su Ming also said solemnly:
"Su Ming will remember this and will never recklessly take risks again. I will plan thoroughly before acting, and not fail to live up to Senior Brother's guidance."
Seeing that they were genuinely reflecting, Han Xuanji nodded slightly.
Even those with great Luck must be disciplined, balancing grace and authority.
The human heart has always been very complex.
Giving favors blindly doesn't necessarily earn sincerity in return.
Of course, Han Xuanji also knew from the simulation that these Children of Destiny were not wicked people.
"Taiyi Golden Immortal is only the beginning; do not neglect your Cultivation."
Dropping this sentence, Han Xuanji said no more. His figure flickered slightly and disappeared beneath the dragon blood profound yellow tree, as if he had never been there.
Seeing Han Xuanji leave, Lin Potian and the others immediately gathered around, asking questions all at once, and the atmosphere became lively and warm again.
Li Taiqing and Su Ming exchanged a smile, their hearts full of gratitude.
They knew that although Han Xuanji seemed angry, it was mostly concern.
At the same time.
Countless Disciples of the Lingxu Heavenly Palace were also discussing this matter.
The Golden Crow Clan lost many Taiyi Golden Immortals this time, but they unusually did not publicize it. Instead, the Human Race was the first to cause trouble.
"Senior Brother Li is too strong! He challenged so many Golden Crow Clan mighty figures alone."
"It is said that Chief Su Ming also killed several Taiyi Golden Immortals of the Golden Crow Clan. Truly worthy of being a Chief of our Lingxu Heavenly Palace."
Even other major powers in the Immortal Realm were discussing this matter, with various opinions circulating.
Ordinary Disciples only thought Li Taiqing and Su Ming were powerful.
Only the powerful figures truly knew that it wasn't just the two of them who were formidable, but more importantly, who was the person standing behind them?
Someone who could make an established strong clan of the Immortal Realm like the Golden Crow Clan retreat... On this day.
Su Ming came to visit Han Xuanji.
After encountering the Nether Lord, he felt confused about the secrets surrounding himself.
What exactly is a Chaos Demon God, and why would an existence like the Nether Lord seek him out?
Inside the quiet room, the chaos green lotus was absorbing and expelling Chaos Qi. Han Xuanji sat cross-legged upon it, his aura unfathomable.
Su Ming stood respectfully before Han Xuanji and said cautiously:
"Senior Brother, I have arrived."
"Sit."
Han Xuanji did not open his eyes, merely speaking faintly.
A gentle force brought over a prayer mat, placing it before the lotus platform.
Su Ming sat down as instructed, hesitated slightly, and finally spoke:
"Senior Brother, you must know about my trip outside... But do you know that I encountered an existence who called himself the 'Nether Lord,' and he referred to me as a Chaos Demon God. What exactly did he mean?"
The unknown, especially when it concerns oneself, is often the most unsettling.
Sometimes he would even doubt the authenticity of his past memories.
After all, the means of such powerful figures far exceeded his imagination.
"When Chaos was born, there was no light, no darkness, no time, no space, and no living beings. There was only the endless surging of Chaos Qi, nurturing the Origin Dao. And the Great Dao, along with the vast Chaos Origin, after countless ages of nurturing, gave birth to the first 'living beings'—these are the Chaos Demon Gods."
Han Xuanji slowly opened his eyes and explained:
"The Chaos Demon Gods are the Sons of the Great Dao. They are naturally in charge of partial Origin Laws, be it 'Death,' 'Life,' 'Creation,' or 'Destruction'... They vary in form, yet their essence is transcendent, and they are born with the mighty power to shake Chaos and open up worlds."
"Of course, you are not a true Chaos Demon God either; you are considered a rather special existence."
Han Xuanji hesitated for a moment and summarized briefly:
"However, once you grow up, you won't be much different from a true Chaos Demon God."
Su Ming felt his mind shake; this was the first time he had understood the Origin of the Chaos Demon Gods so clearly.
Compared to the living beings of the Immortal Realm, the Chaos Demon Gods were simply not on the same level of existence.
No wonder the Nether Lord treated him as such. He finally understood the root of his "specialness" and why the Nether Lord was targeting him.
"Currently, the 'Chaos Environment' suitable for Chaos Demon Gods to survive is gradually being replaced by various Great Worlds. Some Chaos Demon Gods choose to adapt, while others choose to destroy worlds, hoping to return everything to the Original Chaos."
Han Xuanji continued.
After simulating Lin Feng, he specifically went to learn many things.
"Senior Brother, what about the Nether Lord..."
As an existence who appeared frequently in Su Ming's simulations and a powerful figure at the Primordial Chaos level, how could he not pay attention?
"The Nether Lord is a mighty figure who Achieved the Dao of Primordial Chaos Golden Immortal countless Eons ago. His approach to you is naturally related to his scheme. His goal is to control the Heavenly Dao Reincarnation of the Immortal Realm, and he harbors even greater ambitions."
Han Xuanji said faintly.
If the Nether Lord were allowed to grasp the Authority of Reincarnation, controlling Life and Death, he might take another step forward, seize the position of Heavenly Emperor, and achieve the Fruition of the Limitless Lord.
"Primordial Chaos Golden Immortal..."
Su Ming muttered softly, somewhat startled.
To him, Primordial Chaos Golden Immortal was too distant.
How powerful must a figure who reached the Primordial Chaos Golden Immortal Realm countless years ago be?
And since Senior Brother knows so much, he is likely also a mighty figure who Achieved the Dao of Primordial Chaos Golden Immortal countless years ago.
Su Ming pondered secretly, and only after a while, having digested the information, did he continue to ask:
"Senior Brother, will the Nether Lord cause trouble for you?"
Su Ming was worried, wondering if he had caused considerable trouble for Han Xuanji.
"The Great Dao is boundless, and the Immortal Path is long. Above the Grand Unity Golden Immortal Realm is the Primordial Chaos Golden Immortal realm, and Primordial Chaos Golden Immortal Realm also has different levels. The Nether Lord might reign supreme in this Realm, but when looking at the truly vast Chaos and the Myriad Heavens and Worlds, what does he count as?"
"Furthermore..."
Han Xuanji paused slightly, his gaze seemingly piercing through the quiet room and looking towards the Chaos beyond the Heavens. His voice was soft, yet it carried an undeniable, absolute confidence:
"Why should I fear him?"
These few short words clearly entered Su Ming's ears, like a Sea-Pacifying Needle, instantly calming all the unease in his heart.
This was a confidence stemming from absolute strength, spoken calmly as if stating a simple fact.
"The power represented by the Chaos Demon God is also your Origin. Use it well, and you can ascend to the Supreme Great Dao; lose yourself in it, and you will be burdened by it instead."
"There is no need to worry excessively, nor to be confused by this."
Hearing this, Su Ming looked thoughtful.
Han Xuanji nodded slightly:
"Good, you may go."
"Thank you, Senior Brother, for clearing my confusion."
Su Ming bowed again, then respectfully exited the quiet room.
Having walked out the door, he only felt the sky was high and the clouds were wide, his state of mind suddenly enlightened, without a trace of gloom.
"I hope your future outcome will be different from the simulation."
Han Xuanji thought inwardly.
The safest path, naturally, was for Su Ming to interfere less with external affairs.
In that case, the Nether Lord wouldn't dare to forcefully fall out with him.
If Su Ming truly intended to get involved in this Eon (Era) as he did in the simulation, Han Xuanji could only wait and see how things developed.
Han Xuanji calmed his mind and continued to Cultivate.
He strived to Breakthrough to the Limitless Primordial Realm before the Demon Race attacked.
After entering the state of Cultivation, Han Xuanji seemed to forget the passage of time.
Years flowed like a river, slowly passing by.
Year after year passed.
The Myriad Phenomena Garden remained peaceful, but a major event also occurred in the Immortal Realm.
The Human Emperor's Ascension Ceremony was held.