Chapter 184: Humanity must strengthen itself, return to the West!

Hearing Gonggong's words, the other ancestor witches all gave a slight start.

"Huh? Fourth Brother, what do you mean by that?!"

Di Jiang frowned slightly and spoke.

However, hearing Gonggong lower his voice further, he responded:

"If we deploy the Twelve Heavenly Gods and Devils Grand Formation, we can surely suppress Chen Ku."

Upon saying this, not to mention how the other ancestor witches reacted.

Di Jiang immediately, without hesitation, spoke up, reprimanding as follows:

"Impossible!"

"The Twelve Heavenly Gods and Devils Grand Formation is our greatest trump card; it must never be lightly revealed."

"We have no grudge against Fellow Daoist Chen Ku; as for the Nine Turns Mysterious Art, we can leave it for later—there's still time."

These words caused Zhu Jiuyin, Hou Tu, and others to secretly nod.

"Not bad!"

The Twelve Heavenly Gods and Devils Grand Formation is the Wu Clan's last resort prepared to deal with the Demon Race.

If exposed prematurely, it will surely let the Demon Race guard against it, greatly reducing its effectiveness.

At that moment, Zhu Jiuyin also spoke in a low voice:

"Not only that!"

"Brothers, do not forget that Nüwa has already become a sage; Jieyin and Zhunti are surely not far behind."

"If we kill Chen Ku and obtain the Nine Turns Mysterious Art, we will surely incur the frenzied retaliation of the two future sages."

"In the end, it would be a loss outweighing the gain."

Zhu Jiuyin's considerations were even more thorough.

Upon hearing this, all the ancestor witches echoed in agreement, expressing strong approval.

Gonggong had nothing to say, and could only silently nod.

In fact, Di Jiang still had some reservations, which he did not voice.

That is, through their previous clash, Di Jiang also clearly knew that Chen Ku controlled the law of space.

How difficult it would be to kill him!

If he failed, obtaining the Nine Turns Mysterious Art later would be even harder, almost impossible.

After weighing all factors, they ultimately decided not to become enemies with Chen Ku.

Saying no more, the twelve ancestor witches fell silent and gradually disappeared from Chen Ku's sight.

Watching this scene, Chen Ku's originally solemn expression eased somewhat.

He had originally thought the Wu Clan, eager for the cultivation method, would not hesitate to launch a violent attack and start a great war.

Now it seems the twelve ancestor witches are not that rash or impulsive.

Chen Ku faintly felt that the Wu Clan was rather amenable to dealings; at least in his heart, his favor toward the Wu Clan was higher than toward the Demon Race.

Just as these thoughts stirred in his mind,

Before him, the human beings whispered among themselves, then suddenly knelt before Chen Ku.

"We, the human race, kneel and beg the Holy Father to impart supreme immortal methods and divine abilities."

"So that we may enhance our strength to face all manner of calamities."

The human race made such a plea.

Previously, they had just come into existence when they faced the provocation of Zhurong and Gonggong, leaving every human with lingering fear.

And after witnessing Chen Ku's unparalleled, mighty strength, the human beings became even more envious and longed for it immensely.

They couldn't help but anticipate that if they too could possess Chen Ku's heaven-shaking power, it would be sufficient to cope with many calamities and troubles.

However, upon hearing this, Chen Ku's expression stalled.

"Impart the Dao to humanity?!"

"That is a matter decreed by fate, the task of the Supreme Old Lord."

"It is precisely because the Old Lord transmitted the Golden Core Dao to humanity that he could establish the Ren Sect and ultimately attain sagehood."

"If I were to preemptively teach the Dao to humanity, it would likely affect the Old Lord's attainment of sagehood."

"By then, it might not be merely a simple descent of the Heavenly Dao's Eye."

"The force of heavenly punishment could directly annihilate him; that is not impossible."

"Therefore, this risk must not be taken!"

Thinking this, Chen Ku looked over the humans before him and spoke loudly:

"In the dark unseen, everything has its predetermined fate."

"This matter of transmitting the Dao is not something I should do."

"You should patiently wait; someday someone will spread the Dao among humanity."

Upon hearing Chen Ku's words, the human beings' eyes dimmed, showing disappointment.

But they also knew that in the primordial wilderness, the Heavenly Dao is supreme.

Even one as strong as Chen Ku cannot arbitrarily alter the course of fate.

Therefore, the human race had best not continue praying for anything.

After all, Chen Ku already said that in the dark unseen there is a set number, meaning someone will give them the Dao.

However, at this very moment, Chen Ku gazed upon the 129,600 human beings and his heart stirred sharply.

"Hmm... all of humanity cannot be taken back to the West all at once."

"But... what if only a portion were taken?"

Another shocking thought arose in Chen Ku's mind.

Know that among these 129,600 humans, one-tenth were personally created by Chen Ku, who inhaled and exhaled spiritual rhythm, granting them consciousness.

They were born in his hands, yet they entered into Nüwa's opportunity to prove the Dao.

If only this portion of humanity were taken back to the West, would the Eye of the Heavenly Dao intervene?

Upon reaching this thought, Chen Ku was also extremely decisive, directly acting to try.

He unleashed a palm strike, the power of law covering the sky and obscuring the sun, as if evolving a small world.

Then, immortal light descended, enveloping all 12,960 humans he had created.

Moreover, the thought of bringing them back to the West also arose in his mind.

He knew that if the Heavenly Dao did not permit it, it would naturally notice everything happening here.

After doing this, Chen Ku activated the Purple Star Astrology Great Divine Ability, beginning to sense the qi of every heaven and earth.

After a long while!

Nothing unusual appeared; the previous feeling of palpitations from being gazed upon by the Eye of the Heavenly Dao also did not arise again.

"Indeed it can!"

Chen Ku was overjoyed, secretly sighing in his heart.

It seems these 12,960 humans are still insufficient to reach the point of influencing the Heavenly Dao's overall situation.

Thus, Chen Ku no longer hesitated and spoke:

"You humans, you may follow me to the West."

Upon saying these words,

The tens of thousands of living beings enveloped by his spiritual power were first stunned, then filled with ecstatic joy.

"We thank the Holy Father!"

"We thank the Holy Father!"

Humans once again paid homage to Chen Ku, feeling grateful and indebted!

No matter how the western realms are, being by Chen Ku's side is far more reassuring than staying on Mount Buzhou.

Meanwhile, looking at this scene, the remaining over one hundred thousand humans exchanged glances, unable to hide their envy and sense of loss.

With just a glance, Chen Ku understood what they were thinking.

He smiled faintly and continued speaking to the remaining over ten thousand humans:

"You also need not feel disheartened; humanity must strengthen itself."

"In this realm, strength reigns supreme; even relying on others' protection cannot be a lasting governance."

"Only by rising on one's own can one have the strongest foundation."

These words also teach humanity that possessing a strong Dao-heart within oneself is most important.

After his words paused, Chen Ku glanced once more toward the direction where the Twelve Ancestral Wu had departed.

"Moreover, the Twelve Ancestral Wu had previously promised that they would protect you at critical moments."

"This is the Wu Clan's territory; certainly no one would dare to attack you here."

"Furthermore, if you encounter a true great crisis, you may also call upon my name."

"I will surely appear!"

These words only then eased the humans' expressions and set their hearts at ease.

"Exactly!"

"The Holy Father's cultivation is supremely high, his strength unparalleled."

"Even if not on Mount Buzhou, he will surely hear our calls and continue to protect humanity."

Humanity again bowed and kowtowed in thanks, needless to say more.

Thus, Chen Ku said no more.

The previous commotion of Nüwa's proving the Dao was earth-shattering.

Now, countless mighty figures must already be on their way, preparing to listen to Nüwa's lecture.

And Chen Ku also did not intend to linger any longer.

With a thought, the Gate of All Marvels opened.

Thereafter, he led over ten thousand humans back to the western realms.