Chapter 214: Walking to the End

The Ancient Gods never feared, and you are no different.

In that world, there are still the people you wish to protect.

It is Yun Baobao's home, and also yours.

There are Sangyu, the Empress, your good brothers Hong, Chi, Xi, and many cute juniors.

You are willing to do all this for them.

You say, "If this is the only way, then let's do it."

You and the Ancient Gods simultaneously cast your gazes toward the Great World, but your steps and hearts are steadfast, not taking a single step back.

The Dragon Ancient God sighs, "When I was polluted, I ended up doing so many foolish deeds, harming my subjects."

"Cleansed of the bloodline, that's good too!"

The other Ancient Gods also sigh repeatedly.

When dealing with subjects, when dealing with children, they are ultimately compassionate.

At least at this moment, that is so.

Human Ancestor looks at you, "Lin Chuan, do you want to go back and bid farewell to Sangyu and the others? Once you go, you'll probably never return."

"Probably not."

Sangyu has not yet awakened, and the Empress has already had enough of parting sorrow; you do not want the drama of life‑and‑death separation to replay.

Either return again to fulfill the promise.

Or let it vanish here, letting her live well!

"Hmm."

Human Ancestor says little more, but looks at their Ancient Gods, "Everyone, let's give this world a final farewell."

"The world scarred because of us will also receive its completion from us."

In Human Ancestor's hand, a Five-Colored Stone materializes.

They toss it lightly.

The Five-Colored Stone flies toward the Great World.

Its five‑hued light flows like spring rain, enlightening all things to revive, mending the withered Myriad Ways.

Their Ancient Gods likewise leave their own Creation to the Great World.

The broken world is truly restored.

From now on, this world will no longer be bound by Ancient Gods, and every living being will see the same sky.

"Let's go."

Human Ancestor withdraws their gaze; at this moment, the light on them shines even brighter.

"Human Ancestor, you—"

You stare at them in astonishment, "Are you about to break through to a brand‑new realm?"

Their Ancient Gods are also shocked.

Human Ancestor's realm was already a step ahead of the Ancient Gods after creating the Human Race, and now has taken another step forward.

The Dragon Ancient God says, "Perhaps we can wait; once Human Ancestor breaks through, there may be hope to contend with the Black Mist."

"No."

Human Ancestor shakes their head, "We can rise, but these beings cannot wait."

"My power is granted by the myriad beings."

"As the Ancient God of the beings, I should do more for them."

Human Ancestor attains this realization, and their Ancient Gods choose to respect them.

"Let's go."

Human Ancestor strides toward the deeper parts of the Chaos Universe; with each step, they scatter endless vitality.

You walk alongside their Ancient Gods.

Where you pass, a road of abundant vitality is left across the Star River.

The Black Mist, driven by its instinct to devour vitality, follows you as you leave this patch of Chaos Void, heading outward.

This road has no end!

Walking in the Chaos Void, you once again witness the marvels of the Chaos Universe and your own insignificance.

Those in the Ancient God Realm possess endless life.

Yet in the Boundless Chaos, there are still far too many entities that can destroy you.

It could be a speck of unnoticed dust floating in the Chaos.

It could also be a collision between the Great Dao Principles of the Chaos Great Dao.

During this process, your insights grow ever more.

In the Chaos, time is unrecorded; you cannot tell how long has passed, and in your perception, the location of the Great World no longer exists.

Even though your bond with Sangyu is deep, you can no longer sense her.

You cannot return.

Attempting to traverse the Boundless Chaos again to return to that world of theirs is now impossible.

Another long stretch of years passes.

The Elf Ancient God halts, "I may have to stop here."

Those in the Ancient God Realm have seemingly endless lifespans only in relative terms; you have all been guided by your own vitality, driving the Black Mist's instinct to follow.

As vitality continuously wanes, the Ancient Gods can no longer endure.

The Elf Ancient God's condition is already poor, insufficient to sustain its onward journey through the Chaos Universe.

"You all continue forward."

Elf Ancient God says: "Let me see you off on your final journey."

It does not fear death, nor shows any expression of release; it is simply calm, regarding life and death as inconsequential.

Perhaps it had already decided on this way to end.

"Farewell, everyone!"

The Elf Ancient God's body turned into green particles and dissipated, using its last vitality to lay a stretch of road for you.

Allowing you to go a little farther.

"Elf Ancient God, may you be eternal in Chaos!"

You and that Ancient God observe a moment of silence, offering the most sincere rites.

After a brief pause, you continue onward, traversing the road laid by the Elf Ancient God, and with vitality extend this path further.

"I also must stop."

After walking another stretch, the Illusion Ancient God halted.

Like the Elf Ancient God, it scattered its final vitality, laying a road for you, then dissipated into Boundless Chaos.

On the road ahead, after each segment, an Ancient God remains behind.

Moon Ancient God, Blood Ancient God, Earth Ancient God, Hidden Order Ancient God, Qilin Ancient God, Phoenix Ancient God, Dragon Ancient God.

Their powers were already very close, yet long constrained by Black Mist, their divine bodies were damaged, destined not to travel as far as you and Human Ancestor.

"May you be eternal in Chaos."

Eleven Ancient Gods have dispersed nine, but you and Human Ancestor must keep moving forward.

Human Ancestor asks you, "Lin Chuan, do you regret?"

"No."

You never regret, only miss.

You keep walking, and at some unknown time, your heart also begins to feel a bit weary.

"Human Ancestor, I seem unable to continue walking."

"I cannot accompany you further."

You have not yet reached Human Ancestor's realm; for you, this stretch of road has already reached its end.

"Leave the rest to me."

Human Ancestor smiles gently, lightly brushing your cheek, "You've endured hardship all the way."

"Thank you for your Guidance," you say with a sincere bow, "I am very satisfied with this life."

"The Great Dao is profound; perhaps it was you who guided me."

Human Ancestor says meaningfully, "Upon you, a destiny entirely different from this world still rests."

You ask, "What do you mean?"

Human Ancestor laughs, "I do not know either; I hope I can take the final step, the day we meet again."