Chapter 495

"No, this immortal must go to Daxia; whoever tries to stop this immortal cannot!"

"Hey you, Law Master's nephew, hurry and tell your disciple-grandson, this immortal will give him the nation's supreme treasure to suppress Daxia's national fortune, this immortal will help him achieve the Holy King Dao Fruit, that 'broken thing' he refined himself won't do!"

Beheading Demon Peak, inside the Beheading Demon Hall.

The State Altar King Cauldron manifested as a stream of light entwining around the Law Master Ancestor.

The Law Master Ancestor's entanglement with the State Altar King Cauldron also gave him a headache.

If we promise him that the Tongshan Dao lineage would be as if we lost the sect's supreme treasure for nothing, how could the disciples of each lineage agree?

If we don't agree to him, the State Altar King Cauldron keeps circling around, disturbing the cultivation of the Beheading Demon lineage disciples, and even threatens to release the spirit veins of the Beheading Demon lineage.

"State Altar King Cauldron Uncle-Master, can you explain your reason? If it's merely to help A Yu suppress the national fortune, this reason probably won't convince the fellow senior brothers, nor will it convince A Yu!"

The Law Master Ancestor's expression was solemn.

The State Altar King Cauldron manifested, and within a moment, a youth in imperial robes appeared in the void, his nose bridge heroic and upright, face angular, eyebrows dense, eyes unusually spirited, his whole body giving off a grand, imposing aura.

Seeing the Law Master Ancestor's gaze, the State Altar King Cauldron tilted its head in thought, knowing that if it didn't reveal something now, it would be hard to convince these second-generation disciples.

After weighing for a moment, he said.

"Law Master, I don't know if you believe it, but this is a kind of intuition—I feel that Zhang Jian's young man's Mountains and Rivers State Altar has a crucial role in my path to Dao!"

"Of course, following him I can also return to the Heavenly Realm!"

The Law Master Ancestor's expression stirred, his eyes widening in astonishment as he stared at the State Altar King Cauldron.

"State Altar King Cauldron Uncle-Master, are you certain?"

Having reached the State Altar King Cauldron's level of cultivation, one more step would enter the sixth stage.

The fifth and sixth stages are a watershed.

This requires the same great divine power as proving oneself a Dao Lord, needing to pass through the Calamity of Destruction!

Though the State Altar King Cauldron is strong, it has long dared not face the Calamity of Destruction.

This has also been the State Altar King Cauldron's long-standing obsession.

Facing the Law Master Ancestor's gaze, the State Altar King Cauldron instantly felt both ashamed and angry; though he was unreliable and liked to take advantage, he would never lie on this matter, so he spoke directly.

"I dare swear by the divine throne of King Yu!"

Upon hearing the State Altar King Cauldron say this, the Law Master Ancestor immediately believed eighty or ninety percent.

The State Altar King Cauldron would lie to anyone, but would never lie to their teachers.

The Law Master Ancestor's eyes flickered, and after a moment he spoke.

"If so, I will go discuss with Fourth Senior Brother and the surrounding fellow disciples."

The Law Master Ancestor slowly rose, his body clad in a rare Daoist robe, transforming into cloud-light as he headed toward the Ancestral Hall.

Seeing this, the State Altar King Cauldron's expression involuntarily showed joy.

……

"Dongxuan Divine Prefecture, Xihe Divine Prefecture, Nanbu Divine Prefecture, Beiwu Divine Prefecture……and finally the Gui Xu Divine Prefecture! On the Gui Xu Divine Prefecture are ancient remnants, and it is the foundation of the State Altar God Dao; this place probably still needs A Yu to personally go there, to meet the State Altar Emperor, only then can success be achieved!"

Inside the Ancestral Hall.

Qing Yuan Ancestor was in contact with many fellow disciples.

The Great Xia Dynasty's Holy Dao is about to be accomplished, this matter has already been known to the many forces of the Tongshan Dao lineage in the Heavenly Realm, naturally they will pay attention.

Ancient Holy King, with the body of a Human Emperor.

Each one who achieves it, upon entering the Heavenly Realm, becomes an absolute top-tier existence in the Three Emperors Heavenly Realm, as well as a pivotal presence.

This naturally draws the attention of many second-generation ancestors of the Tongshan Dao lineage.

At this moment, a faint voice came from within.

"We know the origin of the State Altar Ancient Immortal; as fellow God Dao Emperors, he is merely a scattered god emperor in a mundane world, his rank though high, his power not heavy, his standing among the gods is not high!"

In the Ancestral Hall, at this moment, numerous golden-body Dharma images flowed with intense incense divine power; these divine images, foremost being the Ancestor of King Yu of Xia, followed by the twelve second-generation ancestors of Tongshan, among whom three have fallen, leaving nine, most of whom have achieved considerable accomplishments, either similar to the True Person of the Heavenly River holding an emperor's rank in the Heavenly Court, or becoming a divine master, or a great spirit official of a hall, or a deep place in the Heavenly Realm, but holding an extremely important position.

Next are some ascended third-generation immortals, and some Dharma-protecting true immortals, Dharma-protecting elders, etc.

All the immortals understand the subtleties of Heavenly Realm divine offices, and naturally know the distinctions.

As fellow God Dao Emperors, naturally the Heavenly Realm Emperor's authority is strongest and rank highest, next are the court officials Emperor, then local emperors, and finally the rankless emperors.

Rankless emperors are mostly idle posts, with no concrete authority.

These wild God Dao Emperors mostly gained opportunity, suddenly grasping the authority of the God Dao Emperor.

Though possessing great power, they have no subordinates, nor corresponding imperial appointments, and can only be considered as God Dao wandering emperors whose cultivation surpasses same-level deities,

The State Altar Ancient Immortal possesses a legitimate Heavenly Court appointment; though merely a local emperor, he has capable subordinates, has status, and most importantly, can summon people at any time by his head, thus he cannot be treated as an ordinary super immortal sect.

Although the Tongshan Dao lineage in the Heavenly Realm has vast foundations, it cannot directly exert pressure.

The State Altar Ancient Immortal belongs to another vast department; the Tongshan Dao lineage's influence mainly lies in three departments: one part is the Rain Department, next the Thunder Department, then the Netherworld Realm.

The State Altar Ancient Immortal belongs to the Lan Tai Palace.

The Lan Tai Palace is one of the Heavenly Court's eyes and ears; precisely speaking, it is the eyes and ears of the Yaochi Holy Land, behind which stands this colossal Yaochi Holy Land.

Actually, during this period, the Tongshan Dao lineage has been on guard against this State Altar Ancient Immortal of the State Altar God Dao.

Because Zhang Jian carries the authority of an Emperor, to some extent the Emperor's authority conflicts with his, merely it was unexpected that this State Altar Ancient Immortal did not seek trouble with Zhang Jian.

It is unknown whether due to the Tongshan Dao lineage's background making them wary, or because of other considerations.

And the Gui Xu Divine Prefecture has long remained silent, truly requiring Zhang Jian to enter the State Altar God Dao and have an open, sincere talk with that Emperor.

However, regarding the prospects of the Great Xia Dynasty, many second-generation ancestors still maintain an optimistic mood.

"Once A Yu achieves the Ancient Holy King Dao Fruit, the Three Emperors Heavenly Realm will surely leave his name; thereafter entering the Heavenly Court as an immortal official, or cultivating in the Fire Cloud Cavern Heaven, will have more room for choice!"

Upon the divine images, the Water Official Great Emperor rarely spoke, his words carrying a smile.

Cultivating in the Fire Cloud Cavern Heaven, such fortune is self-evident.

After all, not everyone has the qualification to enter the Fire Cloud Cavern Heaven to study that ancient Imperial Dao transmission.

After emerging from the Fire Cloud Grotto-Heaven, whether entering the Celestial Realm to serve as an official or going to other Celestial Realms as a feudal lord, one's position would rise with the tide.

At this moment, aside from the Old Ancestor of the Law bringing the State and Ancestral King's Cauldron into the Ancestral Master's Hall, he immediately conveyed his previous words to the assembled immortals.

Inside the Ancestral Master's Hall, many immortals were hesitant.

The True Person of the Heavenly River furrowed his brows in contemplation, then suddenly spoke.

"Then let Uncle Wang Ding follow A Yu!"

"Third Senior Brother?"

Upon hearing this, the many second-generation old ancestors were startled in expression, while the State and Ancestral King's Cauldron rejoiced greatly.

"Good, it's still Third Brother who is the most decisive—this matter is settled as such. I will go to the Great Xia Dynasty to find that young lad Zhang, to inherit the Sacred King's Great Dao, and I will certainly not lack the aid of this immortal!"

His form instantly transformed into a streak of flowing light, vanishing within the Ancestral Master's Hall, yet he had broken through the void and fled.

Inside the Ancestral Master's Hall, the immortals Luo Lie watched this scene and immediately felt somewhat helpless.

"May Uncle Wang Ding achieve success in his Great Dao this time!"

One of the figures wearing a tall cap and ceremonial robe sighed with emotion.

Beside him, another figure laughed and said.

"However, I am quite interested in the immortal technique Uncle Wang Ding mentioned—actually able to absorb the power of the State and Ancestral Qiankun, such a high-level immortal technique is indeed rare!"

Upon hearing this, the Old Ancestor of the Law's eyes flickered.

In truth, he felt some curiosity in his heart.

But the Mountains and Rivers State and Ancestral Map is Zhang Jian's innate immortal technique; such a doctrine naturally would not be leaked.

If the enemy were to learn of it in advance and make targeted preparations, that would be very dangerous!

Yet it does not hinder their speculation.

He smiled and said.

"Sixth Senior Brother, why not send down a divine thought? I am willing to personally accompany Sixth Senior Brother on this journey to the Great Xia!"

Upon hearing this, the voice lost its laughter.

"A trip to the lower realms is not easy; this immortal does not have the resources to invest in it. Wait until your disciple's grandson ascends, then we can speak again!"

The Old Ancestor of the Law was speechless!

……

In the Great Xia Dynasty, Zhang Jian was also investigating the truth of the Return to the Abyss Divine Province, while simultaneously organizing the many major powers from the other four Divine Provinces that had pledged allegiance.

After integrating the strength of the four provinces, he would naturally enter the Return to the Abyss Divine Province to meet its lord, the Ancient State and Ancestral Immortal.

At this moment, the mountains, rivers, hills, and mountains of the four provinces were incorporated into the territory of the Great Xia Dynasty, and Zhang Jian felt his innate immortal technique's power surge violently.

Boundless State and Ancestral Qiankun power continuously surged in from all corners of the Zhou Mountain Realm into the Mountains and Rivers State and Ancestral Map.

The Mountains and Rivers State and Ancestral Map in his hand became the vessel bearing the earth's origin, like a treasure that carries the Dao.

With a thought, he could mobilize the vast earthly power of the Zhou Mountain Realm, the Qiankun of the State and Ancestral, and the strength of the myriad people.

This illusory technique structure, within the innate primordial spirit, had transformed from formless to form.

Obtaining this fortune, part of the primary immortal techniques—such as the Nine Dragons True Classic, Wang Ding's Subduing Demons Secret Record, and the All-Heaven Canopy Secret Method—saw their power greatly increased.

These immortal techniques are essentially State and Ancestral Immortal Techniques.

As the State and Ancestral flourish, their power knows no upper limit.

Furthermore, as the State and Ancestral Sovereign, the territory the Great Xia Dynasty can govern expands, driving the State and Ancestral authority toward perfection.

The authority of the State and Ancestral Sovereign: minor achievement is enough to let a great ability of the Taiyi Realm.

And major achievement is enough to rival the Taiyi True Number.

The Taiyi True Number realm—Zhang Jian had only heard the Old Ancestor of the Law mention it before.

Immortals of this realm can be said to have attained the Dao.

Immortals of this realm grasp the complete Dao fruit, possessing boundless divine powers and boundless Dao cultivation; such existences can, with ease, change heaven and earth, reforge Qiankun.

The Dao fruit realm is sufficient for many powerful immortals and gods to spend endless ages polishing and refining.

……

In the Return to the Abyss Divine Province, this place is spiritually outstanding and naturally formed; although the Return to the Abyss Divine Province is the smallest of the five major subordinate provinces in area, its divine craftsmanship and spirit are not diminished.

This place is extremely suitable for human habitation.

But even more suitable for the development of the Divine Dao.

Most of the mountains, rivers, hills, and mountains inhabited here have deities residing, and the environment is very similar to the Dongzhou of the Dongxuan Divine Province.

The Divine Dao is entrenched here; the forces of cultivators do not hold an advantage, and there are hardly any powerful immortal sects or Dao lineages stationed.

Ancient religions also exist somewhat, but they do not wield power transcending the secular.

Countless incense and divine light converge here; although there are dynastic changes in the royal court, the intensity is not great.

Five Elements Divine Mountain.

This place is the ancestral court of the State and Ancestral Divine Dao; the Ancient State and Ancestral Immortal usually does not like to stay here, possibly because the time he has remained since ancient times is too long, so he prefers to dwell in places like Dongzhou where immortals and deities coexist.

But now he has returned to the Five Elements Divine Mountain.

This is not for any other reason, but because the Great Xia Dynasty has unified the rivers and mountains, and that Emperor Star hangs suspended above the Zhou Mountain Realm.

One mountain cannot tolerate two tigers; two Emperor Stars in opposition, the Ancient State and Ancestral Immortal still feels somewhat unaccustomed.

On the Five Elements Divine Mountain, the Ancient State and Ancestral Immortal manifested as the Divine Dao Sovereign Emperor, grand divine power flowing and turning; at this moment, however, his mood is not bad.

Soon, news came from the Lan Tai Palace: recently, another Earth Sovereign of the Ten Directions Celestial Realm has transferred, leaving a vacancy; he very much hopes to fill this lucrative position and enter the Ten Directions Celestial Realm.

Although the Ten Directions Celestial Realm is not the Central Celestial Realm, its foundation is also immensely vast.

Entering the Ten Directions Celestial Realm is far better than being merely a local Divine Dao Sovereign of one region, and the future is much more promising.

Moreover, there is greater hope of entering the Central Celestial Realm.

The future was within sight, gazing upon the fragrant orchids and cassia trees in the mountains, the Emperor of the State and Ancestral Altar felt his spirits lift considerably.

At the same time, the Ancient Immortal of the State and Ancestral Altar also cast his gaze toward the direction of Dongxuan Shenzhou.

Above Dongxuan Shenzhou, the dragon qi of heaven and earth and the imperial aura were vast and magnificent, as if that place had become a sacred land of the human Dao, with countless manifestations of the sage Dao gradually gathering into form.

And when this Emperor of the Great Xia achieves the Dao undertaking of a sage king, his future will undoubtedly surpass even that.

This Primordial Emperor also possesses the Dao fruit of the ancient sage king—such an immortal deity has not appeared for a very long time.

In his memory, the last one who possessed both the divine Dao emperorship and the rank of the ancient sage king was King Yu of Xia, who not only held the rank of the Three Yuan Emperors but was also the embodiment of the Human Sovereign; after ascending into the heavenly realm, he was soon invited into the Fire Cloud Cavern Heaven of the Three Sovereigns' Heavenly Realm.

And now, his achievements place him only beneath the Three Sovereigns' Supreme within the Three Sovereigns' Heavenly Realm.

His status is on par with the other five elders, without distinction.

In his eyes, there is actually more envy.

This Emperor of the Great Xia truly possesses deep blessings—having the Daoist Lord of the LanTai Palace as his 'ancestor,' and the Holy Emperor behind the Tongshan Dao lineage as his background and support, his future is indeed vast.

"Your Majesty!"

At this moment, in the Five Elements Divine Mountain, the Four Great Inspection Envoys also returned one after another.

The Four Divine Provinces gradually unified under one rule, and the gods of the State and Ancestral Altar Dao awaited the attitude of the State and Ancestral Altar Divine Court.

The gods knew that the Great Xia Dynasty's unification of the other four Divine Provinces would certainly not let slip the GuiXu Divine Province.

But the GuiXu Divine Province is the foundation of the State and Ancestral Altar Dao.

The gods also feared that this change would impact the order of the State and Ancestral Altar Dao.

The Emperor of the State and Ancestral Altar glanced over the gods; he knew that today the Four Great Inspection Envoys came representing the gods of the State and Ancestral Altar Dao.

"Do not worry; in half a month, I shall convene a grand court assembly, and the attitude will be made clear then!"

Upon hearing this, the expressions of the Four Great Inspection Envoys relaxed slightly.

……

Two years later, after the swelling dragon qi and imperial aura above Dongxuan Shenzhou reached a certain point, Zhang Jian personally made a trip to GuiXu Shenzhou, and no one knows what consensus he reached with the Ancient Immortal of the State and Ancestral Altar, but soon after, the upper and lower realms of GuiXu Shenzhou announced their incorporation into the territory of the Great Xia Dynasty.

At the time GuiXu Shenzhou announced its incorporation into the Great Xia Dynasty, a grand heavenly and earthly omen emerged within and without the Zhou Shan Realm.

The colors of heaven and earth changed.