"A father in the Saint Realm?"
Han Xuanji felt some doubt in his heart. He did not know the cultivation divisions of the Eternal Continent, but the fact that the other party mentioned it so solemnly meant it was likely of significant weight.
However, his expression remained calm as he asked,
"Since you come from the Eternal Continent, why did you come to this Primordial Chaos Universe?"
Hearing Han Xuanji mention this, a flash of lingering fear crossed the Soul Ancestor's face, and her tone became more serious.
"Back then, in order to seek a Breakthrough, I went alone to the Hongmeng Sea to find opportunities. But I didn't expect to encounter several Primordial Chaos Spirits at the Dao Master Realm in the Hongmeng Sea. I even met one at the Saint Realm midway. These Primordial Chaos Spirits are naturally able to come and go as they please in the Hongmeng Sea and are incredibly powerful. I was no match for them at all. To seek a slim chance of survival, I could only flee in a sorry state and accidentally came to this world to save my life."
Pausing for a moment, she continued,
"After breaking into this Chaos, I discovered that this place was originally a Primordial Chaos Universe. However, an independent will of chaos had been born, and this will of chaos does not allow the creatures of Chaos to achieve Transcendence and step into higher levels."
Han Xuanji nodded, though he didn't know why the will of chaos would do such a thing.
Was it simply that it didn't want the creatures of Chaos to take away its power?
"Fellow Daoist should know that Primordial Chaos Universes are quite rare in the Hongmeng Sea. They contain pure eternal dao rhyme and are rare resources. If discovered by the experts of the Evil Path from the Eternal Continent, they will surely invade in force to seize the dao rhyme within, and may even destroy this Chaos and devour the will of chaos. The best result would be for it to be refined and integrated into someone's Divine Kingdom."
The Soul Ancestor explained slowly,
"The reason the will of chaos restricts the Transcendence of living beings is also an instinct for self-preservation. Once a creature of Chaos transcends, its aura will leak into the Hongmeng Sea, easily attracting the prying eyes of experts from the Eternal Continent or Primordial Chaos Spirits. At that time, this Chaos will face a catastrophe."
Hearing this, Han Xuanji felt a sudden sense of clarity. He had been wondering why the will of chaos was so 'stingy'; it turned out it was just afraid of death.
That was understandable.
Putting himself in its shoes, he would also be afraid of such a situation occurring.
If the Transcendence of the creatures in his Xuantian Realm would bring him death, and they likely wouldn't provide him much help afterward, then he too would act as a 'Devil King' of destruction.
However, while he understood, he and the will of chaos did not share the same standpoint. His goal was Transcendence and exploring the higher levels of the Great Dao. He would never stop his footsteps just because of the will of chaos's self-preservation.
Moreover, Han Xuanji had the confidence to succeed.After a moment of silence, Han Xuanji looked at the Soul Ancestor, his tone carrying a hint of probing,
"Since you are from the Eternal Continent, you might as well talk about the specific situation of the Eternal Continent, as well as the Realm divisions above Limitless Primordial, and the powerful factions on the continent."
The Soul Ancestor felt a surge of joy in her heart. To her ears, she thought this was Han Xuanji's test for her and a signal that he intended to go to the Eternal Continent. She immediately told him everything she knew in detail.
"On the Eternal Continent, above the Limitless Primordial is the Eternal True Realm. This Realm is further divided into three minor Realms, which are, from lowest to highest: the Dao Master Realm, the True Lord Realm, and the True God Realm.
In the Dao Master Realm, one absorbs eternal qi and comprehends Eternal Dao Principles. Once one controls an Eternal Dao Principle, they become an Eternal Dao Lord.
In the True Lord Realm, when ten Eternal Dao Principles of the Dao Master Realm are comprehended, they can be fused into an Eternal Law. One then opens an Eternal Divine Kingdom and condenses a True Lord Body, becoming immortal and indestructible.
In the True God Realm, one condenses the Divine Soul into an Eternal Divine Soul. With a wave of a hand, one can destroy a Chaos. These are also the mainstays of the Eternal Continent."
"Above the Eternal True Realm is the Eternal Saint Realm, which is also divided into three Realms: the Saint Realm, the Saint Lord Realm, and the Saint King Realm.
In the Saint Realm, one fuses Eternal Laws into an Eternal Great Dao and takes charge of it, occupying a piece of land on the Eternal Continent. They can also explore most places in the Hongmeng Sea. My father is at this Realm, governing a province. He is also the Clan Chief of the Hun Family, while I am just one of the more outstanding members of the Hun Family."
Speaking of this, the Soul Ancestor's tone became somewhat dejected.
It was clear that the relationships within large families were likely not very harmonious.
Han Xuanji could guess that for an expert of this level, there would definitely be no shortage of descendants. It wouldn't be easy to stand out; otherwise, the other party wouldn't have gone out to find opportunities and almost died.
The Soul Ancestor took a deep breath, adjusted her state, and continued,
"As for the Saint Lord Realm, I am not clear on the specifics, but a Saint Lord Realm expert can be at the level of a Great Sect Master on the Eternal Continent, enough to be revered in a Great Domain.
And the Saint King Realm represents the existences at the apex of the Eternal Continent. I know even less about the specifics; only the Nine Supreme Powers have experts of this level."
"Legend has it that there is an even higher Realm called the Eternal Supreme Realm, which is an existence that transcends all Realms. It is rumored that upon reaching the Supreme Realm, one can control the eternal tree and determine the fate of all things. However, this Realm is too illusory. From ancient times to the present, no one has ever been able to reach it; it only exists in the ancient legends of the Eternal Continent."
At this point, the Soul Ancestor looked at Han Xuanji, her tone carrying a hint of praise.
"Fellow Daoist's talent is extremely rare even on the Eternal Continent, enough to be called a Domain-level Prodigy. With such talent, if you go to the Eternal Continent, you will surely be fought over by major factions. You might even have the chance to enter the Nine Supreme Powers to obtain top-tier Legacies and resources, quickly breaking through to the Saint Realm, or even potentially the Saint Lord Realm."
The Soul Ancestor finished in one breath, looking at Han Xuanji with burning eyes full of expectation.
She hoped Han Xuanji would agree to go to the Eternal Continent with her. Traveling with such a super Prodigy would not only ensure her safety but also allow her to gain credit in front of her father. If Han Xuanji achieved something on the Eternal Continent, she could also benefit from it.
Han Xuanji's thoughts were churning; the Soul Ancestor had given him a lot of information.
The Eternal Continent, higher Realms, the Nine Supreme Powers... this information undoubtedly opened a brand-new door for him and gave him a clearer direction for the future.
What could be proven was that even with the combat power and Aptitude he currently displayed, it was hard to say he would be the absolute top on the Eternal Continent.
"The heroes of the world are truly as numerous as crucian carp crossing a river..."
Han Xuanji couldn't help but think of this phrase.
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The cultivation realms for the Eternal Continent has been updated in the auxiliary chapter. Thank you all for the powerstones.