Chapter 389: The Grand Black Estate of the Three Pure Ones: The Origin of the Divine Ascension Calamity [9k, Bonus Chapter 12]

“Several fellow cultivators wish to set a trap and ambush a batch of Chaos Demons—this carries immense karmic consequences!”

“Not so, not so!”

Fu Xi shook his head: “We are not setting a trap for the Chaos Demons—we are helping them reform, turn over a new leaf, and become true deities of our Hong Huang!”

“My sister and I have never run a shady operation, nor do we ever intend to harm anyone.”

A light laugh echoed through Fengdu Grand Hall.

Xiang Xuanqing’s right hand rested upon the imperial throne, his index finger tapping lightly, rhythmically, as if weighing whether to form a deep alliance with the two siblings.

As things stand, Fuxi and Nv Wa’s plan remains highly feasible.

These Chaos Demons, though troublesome, were once embodiments of the Dao; their true spirits harbor profound insights and primordial forces from the Chaos Era. If properly harnessed, they could become a powerful force propelling the rise of humanity.

Thus, Fuxi and Nv Wa would provide funding, technology, personnel, and the Chaos Demons themselves as “raw materials.”

All the Underworld need do is provide the channel—reincarnation.

Fuxi even assured them that the immense karmic burden would rest solely on his shoulders; the Underworld need not worry.

With that, the only remaining step was for Xiang Xuanqing to nod in agreement.

【Using reincarnation as a conduit, arrange for the demons to be reborn as humanity’s “sages.”】

Wang Chuan, the Central Ghost Emperor, his gaze flickering, transmitted a thought to all:

【If this truly comes to pass, humanity’s rise will accelerate dramatically!】

【But the risks are equally immense!】Tai Shang spoke slowly:

【Misfortune leans on fortune; fortune hides within misfortune.】

【This plan seems viable, but do not forget one thing: once a demon, always a demon!】

【They were lords of the old era—having boarded the ticket to the new age, will they truly be content to remain subservient forever?】

【Brother’s words hold merit!】Ming He nodded slightly, adding:

【If the Chaos Demons truly seek redemption, then fine—even if their true spirits awaken later, they will not greatly harm Hong Huang.】

【But what if they harbor ulterior motives, outwardly agreeing with Fuxi and Nv Wa while secretly preparing other schemes?】

【Do not forget—just now, Brother Fuxi said the purpose of reincarnating these demons is to revive the glory of the old era and lead the Chaos Demons to reclaim dominion!】

Ming He added with concern: 【Even if these Chaos Demons reincarnate with only fragmented true spirits, their nature is hard to erase. Will they one day turn against humanity? Will they lead humanity astray and bring ruin to Hong Huang? These are all unknowns!】

After all, the Chaos Demons and the Hong Huang deities did not belong to the same epoch—they were once enemies.

They were slain by Pan Gu, the creator of this world—can the karmic debt of the Opening of Heaven truly be so easily set aside?

Can the Chaos Demons truly believe Fuxi and Nv Wa’s plan, wagering everything to plunge into the tide of humanity’s rise?

All of this demands a question mark.

When the Ghost Emperors voiced these doubts directly, Fuxi and Nv Wa fell into deep thought.

“Regarding this point, we have a set of countermeasures—a completely new, unprecedented path forward!” After a pause, Fuxi spoke with solemn seriousness.

“A completely new path?” Xiang Xuanqing’s tone finally carried a trace of genuine curiosity.

The five “Ghost Emperors” below all turned their gazes toward Fuxi, eager to hear his insight.

Fuxi took a deep breath and began outlining the innovative blueprint he and Nv Wa had envisioned countless times—the future development of humanity:

“I believe that to ensure humanity never becomes a vessel for Chaos Demons to reincarnate and reclaim power…”

“Humanity must possess its own unique spiritual core and civilizational form!”

As he spoke, Fuxi extended a finger, a divine flame flickering at its tip.

“First: the ‘Seed of Fire’ Plan!”

“Newborn humanity will inevitably be weak. We hope the Underworld will assist us in selecting from the reincarnated Chaos Demons’ true spirits those who are relatively gentle, or who have gained insight into ‘order,’ ‘creation,’ or ‘protection’—to serve as humanity’s initial ‘seeds.’”

“These ‘seeds’ are not meant for humanity to directly inherit their demonic Dao, but to transform the Demons’ experiences, wisdom, and understanding of cosmic laws into foundational civilizational knowledge suitable for humanity to learn and master.”

Fuxi looked at Xiang Xuanqing and the Five Ghost Emperors, continuing:

“For example, a demon who wields fire can teach humanity how to drill wood for fire, use flame to drive away beasts, cook food, and forge tools—to ignite humanity’s first ‘civilization of fire.’”

“A demon who governs creation can teach humanity to build homes, craft clothing, and establish the ‘civilization of shelter’ and ‘civilization of attire.’”

“A demon who embodies order can help humanity establish its first tribal rules, social structures, and form the ‘civilization of ritual.’”

“These ‘seeds’ are not meant to make humanity become like them—they are meant to ignite humanity’s own flame of wisdom, teaching humanity to think independently and create autonomously!”

Fuxi’s words stirred subtle emotion among the six Underworld deities.

Turning unruly Chaos Demons into transmitters of civilization? This idea was indeed bold and novel.

Nv Wa added at this moment: “I will also use my creative power to imprint a ‘protect humanity’ mark within the true spirits of these ‘seeds.’”

“After reincarnation, they will instinctively draw close to humanity and regard protecting and guiding humanity as their duty.”

“Of course, to prevent them from later turning against us, I will forge covenants with them: if they betray their original intent, they will suffer cosmic retribution and be doomed to eternal ruin.”

“Second: the ‘Hundred Schools Contending’!”

Fuxi continued: “Humanity’s potential lies in its infinite possibilities and creativity. I do not wish for future humanity to have only one voice, one ideology, one cultivation system.”

“I hope that during humanity’s development, countless doctrines, schools, and lineages will emerge!”

“Those who cultivate the Dao may pursue immortality and roam freely through heaven and earth.”

“Those who refine their bodies may seek to shatter all laws, achieving indestructible flesh.”

“Those who study craftsmanship may invent mechanisms, alchemy, and artifact-making to improve daily life.”

“Those who contemplate heaven and earth may deduce stellar movements, establish calendars, and explore nature’s mysteries.”

“Those who teach and transform the masses may establish moral principles, spread wisdom, and awaken the people’s minds.”

“I hope the future era of humanity will be one of ‘a hundred flowers blooming, a hundred schools contending!’”

“And the Underworld can guide this process through reincarnation.”

“For example, for human spirits who made outstanding contributions in a particular field during their lifetime, the Underworld may preserve part of their talent and memory upon reincarnation, enabling them to achieve mastery more swiftly in related fields and advance civilizational inheritance.”

“Even more, for those ancient sages who made extraordinary contributions along different civilizational paths, we may jointly enshrine them as ‘Sages of Humanity,’ granting them ancestral worship and ensuring their spirit and wisdom manifest repeatedly through reincarnation, guiding humanity’s civilization ever forward!”

The Underworld deities nodded at this vision of “Hundred Schools Contending” and “Sages of Humanity.”

This was no longer merely about boosting humanity’s strength—it was laying an immeasurably vast and profound foundation for humanity’s entire civilizational future!

“Third: the ‘Merit-based Cosmic Calamity’!”

Fuxi’s tone grew deeper and more solemn: “Humanity’s rise will inevitably bring boundless merit—but may also trigger new cosmic calamities.”

“I do not wish humanity to repeat the fate of the Three Primordial Clans and the Ferocious Beasts, descending into decline.”

“I wish to establish a mechanism—the ‘Merit-based Cosmic Calamity.’”

Nv Wa elaborated on its essence: “Reversal is the movement of the Dao!”

“Simply put, the Merit-based Cosmic Calamity dynamically balances and transforms the merit generated during humanity’s development with the calamities it may provoke.”

“For instance, when humanity faces major internal divisions or external threats, a ritual or mechanism may convert accumulated human merit into power to resist calamities—or into opportunities to resolve internal conflicts.”

“Through self-renewal and self-reversal, humanity consumes its own internal contradictions.”

After explaining internal management, Nv Wa turned her gaze to Xiang Xuanqing:

“And the Underworld, as the authority governing life, death, and reincarnation, and as the judge of virtue and sin, can play a vital role as ‘arbiter’ and ‘enforcer’ in this mechanism.”

“Through reincarnation’s judgment and guidance, those who have rendered great merit to humanity may be protected, and even at critical moments, harness the power of human merit to resolve crises; while those who commit grave sins against humanity will face severe punishment—even eternal damnation—to serve as a warning.”

“Thus, humanity will be both incentivized to accumulate merit and effectively shielded from latent crises and calamities, ensuring its civilization endures long, healthy, and orderly.”

Xiang Xuanqing and the Ghost Emperors listened intently to the two siblings’ plan.

Especially the final point—the self-renewing “Merit-based Cosmic Calamity.”

Quantifying and transforming the ethereal concepts of merit and calamity in such a concrete manner? This was a wholly new interpretation and application of the Dao’s operation!

If truly realized, humanity’s future would possess unimaginable resilience and vitality!

The two siblings had finished laying out their three core visions for humanity’s future.

They then sat quietly, awaiting the Underworld deities’ response.

The entire Fengdu Grand Hall fell into prolonged silence.

The Underworld deities had assumed Fuxi and Nv Wa merely sought to secure survival space and developmental resources for humanity, while also tricking the Chaos Demons.

They never imagined these two cultivators had such far-reaching plans for humanity’s future!

This was no impulsive scheme—it was thoroughly planned!

“Seed of Fire… Hundred Schools Contending… Merit-based Cosmic Calamity…”

Within Xiang Xuanqing’s mist-shrouded eyes, endless star rivers swirled, rapidly calculating the feasibility and far-reaching implications of these three visions.

The five “Ghost Emperors” below reacted differently.

Tai Shang’s feather duster had long ceased its sway; his ancient, still eyes now glowed with rare, intense interest.

Yu Chen Dao Jun’s smile had grown profound; he nodded slightly, clearly agreeing with certain points raised by Fuxi.

He seemed deeply intrigued by the blueprint Fuxi and Nv Wa had painted.

“The ‘Hundred Schools Contending’ and ‘teaching according to aptitude’ portions align well with my own views,” Yu Chen Dao Jun thought.

Meng Wu You’s languid demeanor had vanished; she sat upright, her beautiful eyes sparkling with fascination.

“Master Xi Xi is truly formidable—no less than Master Pan Pan!”

Hou Tu, though officially affiliated with the Underworld, was unmatched in Hong Huang for stirring up trouble.

The recent affairs with the Wu Clan were clear proof.

Now Nv Wa had presented a blueprint for humanity’s development.

No wonder they were members of Tai Su Jiuxiao!

Even Ming He’s stern face showed a rare flicker of contemplation, as if weighing the proposal.

The Central Ghost Emperor Wang Chuan gazed at Xiang Xuanqing.

Today, he is the Emperor’s best mouthpiece!

After a long silence, Xiang Xuanqing finally spoke, his voice carrying clear admiration:

“Your two visions for humanity’s future are truly earth-shattering—unheard of!”

“If these three plans can truly be realized, humanity’s future achievements will far exceed everyone’s expectations, even potentially forging an unprecedented era of glory!”

“I am deeply impressed by your wisdom and boldness.”

Fu Xi smiled faintly, his expression calm: “Your Majesty, the Mingdi , overstates our merits. My sister and I have merely followed Heaven’s will and responded to humanity’s needs, offering but a humble contribution to humanity’s future.”

“But we wonder—what is Your Majesty’s and the Five Ghost Emperors’ opinion on these three proposals?”

This was the crux.

No matter how brilliant the blueprint, if the other side refuses to cooperate, it’s all empty talk.

Xiang Xuanqing fell silent for a moment, seemingly engaging in some silent exchange with the five “Ghost Emperors” below.

The atmosphere inside the hall grew subtly tense again.

After a long while, the Central Ghost Emperor Wang Chuan slowly spoke, his voice carrying a note of solemnity:

“Dear colleagues, your three proposals are highly innovative—and highly challenging.”

“The ‘Seed Plan’—how do you ensure the reincarnated Chaos Demon Spirits truly follow guidance and serve humanity, rather than turning against their hosts? That is a massive challenge.”

“The ‘Hundred Schools Contending’ plan may indeed spark humanity’s creativity, but it could also lead to intellectual chaos, factionalism, even internal strife. How to guide and maintain order is no easy task.”

“As for the ‘Merit Meridian Catastrophe,’ it involves deep interference with the Dao’s operation. The karmic complexity and risks are incalculable.”

“Moreover, how can you guarantee humanity will achieve internal self-renewal? Uniting against an enemy is simple; digging into your own flesh is not.”

Wang Chuan cut straight to the heart of the risks and challenges inherent in these three plans.

Fu Xi’s expression remained unchanged as he replied calmly: “We have also considered your concerns.”

“Regarding the ‘Seed Plan,’ my sister and I will jointly establish the ‘Human Dao Oath’ and the ‘Creation Ban.’ Any reincarnated demon spirit who chooses to become a human seed must swear a Great Dao vow: if they break it, they will be utterly annihilated, their true spirit eternally cast into the Wheel of Rebirth, with no hope of liberation.”

“More importantly, it is about ‘guidance,’ not ‘suppression.’ We will define their roles and positions within humanity’s civilizational development, granting them opportunities to advance their own Dao—only then will they willingly serve humanity.”

Nu Wa added: “Regarding the ‘Hundred Schools Contending,’ we will establish the ‘Human Dao Sacred Hall’ as the supreme institution to unify all schools of thought and mediate factional disputes.”

This clearly drew inspiration from the Heavenly Dao Academy’s concept.

“Simultaneously, we will use ‘merit’ as the standard to encourage ideas and lineages beneficial to humanity’s development, while suppressing extreme doctrines that may cause chaos and division.”

“In this, the Underworld must also reward and support the ancestral spirits of sages who spread the True Dao and enlighten the people, at the level of reincarnation.”

“As for the Merit Meridian Catastrophe…” Nu Wa paused, then said: “Interfering with the Dao’s operation is not as serious as it sounds.”

“I am the Supreme Minister of Taiwei and a permanent councilor of the Dao’s Standing Council—I already hold certain authority over the Dao.”

“Thus, the key lies in whether humanity can achieve internal self-renewal. My guarantee on this point is this: when necessary, I will personally drive humanity’s internal reform!”

When Nu Wa spoke these words, her tone carried unprecedented solemnity.

“If humanity wishes to lead the myriad races, flourish the Human Dao, and continue this era’s glory, it must forge ahead through thorns and brambles, enduring unprecedented agony!”

“Self-renewal, self-reversal—it is inevitable!”

Fu Xi and Nu Wa’s words were clear, logically rigorous, clearly the product of deep deliberation.

They did not merely point out risks—they proposed concrete countermeasures, revealing meticulous planning and unwavering confidence in humanity’s future.

The gods of the Underworld fell silent once more.

This silence lasted longer.

They were weighing, choosing.

This matter—reshaping the future of Honghuang—could not be taken lightly!

If successful, the Underworld and humanity will both win!

If it fails, the Underworld… hey, wait—don’t we lose anything anyway?

The five “Ghost Emperors” exchanged glances, then turned to Xiang Xuanqing.

After a long while, Xiang Xuanqing slowly raised his head.

His eyes shimmered with a brilliance never seen before.

“Good!”

One word—like a thunderclap from the highest heavens—exploded within Fengdoudadian!

“We, the Underworld, endorse your plan!”

Xiang Xuanqing declared loudly: “Our Underworld will open wide the gates for the Chaos Demon Spirits, assisting your ‘Seed Plan’ by ‘arranging’ each one properly!”

“For your ‘Hundred Schools Contending’ plan, my ghostly deities can manifest in countless forms—in dreams, within reincarnation—to enlighten humanity’s ancestral sages, guiding them through confusion!”

“For your ‘Merit Meridian Catastrophe’ plan, our entire reincarnation system will stand as its most solid backing and most impartial arbiter!”

Xiang Xuanqing’s voice brimmed with power, stirring Fu Xi and Nu Wa’s spirits. They could already envision the glorious future: humanity flourishing, myriad Dao paths clashing in brilliance!

“Thank you, dear colleague!”

The two deities rose, bowing respectfully.

Xiang Xuanqing accepted it calmly.

He smiled: “Of course, I have a small request—I hope you two will agree.”

Fu Xi said: “Your Majesty, the Mingdi , please speak.”

Xiang Xuanqing said: “My request is this: when my ghostly deities participate in humanity’s rise and the flourishing of the Human Dao, I hope you will not be stingy with merit rewards.”

Fu Xi and Nu Wa heard this and burst into laughter.

So he was just asking for benefits for his subordinates—how trivial!

“Your Majesty has helped us immensely—how could we refuse such a small thing?”

Fu Xi patted his chest in assurance: “We will never forget a single scrap of merit earned by the Underworld’s ghostly deities—we will pay in full!”

Xiang Xuanqing added: “If you two could offer even more generous rewards, my Underworld deities wouldn’t object.”

Nu Wa smiled at this.

She nodded: “That is precisely what we wished for!”

After all this talk, they hadn’t expected the Mingdi to be such a humorous deity.

For deities wielding Dao power, merit was something they could conjure at will.

But for minor gods and immortals, it held immense value.

The Mingdi was not only powerful—he genuinely cared for his subordinates.

He even negotiated his subordinates’ future overseas assignment benefits in advance.

No wonder the myriad races’ rumors place the Underworld’s reputation on par with the Demon Realm, even surpassing it, nearly catching up to the current Heavenly Court.

After all, in all of Honghuang, deities loved stirring up trouble—deities as serious as the Mingdi were now rare.

Thinking of this, Nu Wa found it amusing.

【The Underworld’s deities behave more like celestial deities than the celestial deities themselves—what a hellish joke.】

Next, Fu Xi and Nu Wa discussed specific cooperation details with the Underworld deities, finalizing numerous points.

Such as ghostly deities traveling to the mortal realm, even participating in humanity’s future development.

Mortal humanity—and later, the myriad races—working in the Underworld, coordinating yin-yang balance, and so on.

The talks were extremely pleasant for both sides.

“Then let us wish each other success in this collaboration!”

Finally, Xiang Xuanqing and the Five Ghost Emperors rose and signed the agreement with Fu Xi and Nu Wa.

Oh, this agreement was drafted by the [Qingxiao Goddess] Nu Qing.

As the Underworld’s Law Deity, drafting a legally binding agreement was simple for her.

Nu Wa, seeing this, felt even more at ease.

One of our own—we can trust her!

“Then we shall not disturb you further!” With everything settled, Fu Xi and Nu Wa expressed their intention to depart.

Xiang Xuanqing said: “Please go, dear colleagues. But do not forget—when you go to the Primordial Before to test your ideas, invite us.”

“We won’t forget!” Fu Xi and Nu Wa replied with smiles.

Deities this eager to get struck by lightning were rare!

They certainly had to fulfill his request.

“Then we take our leave.”

Saying this, the two siblings departed the Underworld under the guidance of the Reception Messenger.

After Fu Xi and Nu Wa left the Underworld, Tai Shang looked curiously at Xiang Xuanqing: “Now that outsiders are gone, dear colleague—shouldn’t you tell us your other plan?”

Xiang Xuanqing blinked: “What plan?”

“Come on, don’t pretend ignorance,” Meng Wuyou glanced at Xiang Xuanqing. They’d been colleagues for countless aeons—do we not know you by now?

“The Thirteen Ancestral Wu Clan created the Wu Clan, with grand ambitions; now Fu Xi and Nu Wa are backing humanity, unifying the Human Dao.”

“Everyone’s stirring up trouble—don’t tell me you have no ideas at all?”

Even Yu Chendao Jun nodded: “The Wu Clan claims descent from Pangu. We, the Three Pure Ones, are Pangu’s true lineage. Not participating in humanity’s flourishing seems a bit odd.”

Ming He and Wang Chuan also wore expressions of eager curiosity.

A serious Mingdi was the exception—stirring up trouble was the norm!

Xiang Xuanqing, seeing everyone watching him, smiled: “Don’t talk about me—don’t you have your own ideas?”

“Well, we do.”

Tai Shang was the first to respond.

He smiled: “My idea actually came from inspiration drawn from you, Xiang Xuanqing.”

Yu Chendao Jun’s expression shifted, his gaze turning peculiar as he looked at Tai Shang. He hesitated: “Brother Dao, your idea can’t possibly be…”

“Found a sect!” x2

Yu Chen and Tai Shang spoke in unison.

Then they exchanged a smile—they had thought of the same thing.

Tai Shang said: “The sect I wish to establish is the ‘Human Sect’!”

“The Human Sect?”

“Yes!”

Tai Shang smiled: “In the age when the Human Dao flourishes, a Human Sect must be founded to teach and transform all sentient beings.”

“This aligns with the Heavenly Emperor’s instruction at the Purple Void Palace Assembly—that the deities of the Dao Committee must teach and transform all beings—and corresponds perfectly with the progression of the flourishing Human Dao.”

“It also allows us, under the guise of teaching, to absorb those destined and restless Chaos Demon Gods into the sect for ‘careful guidance,’ maintaining harmony and stability in the Hong Huang.”

Yu Chendao Jun nodded: “Brother Dao, you truly thought exactly as I did.”

“The sect I wish to establish is the ‘Cutting Sect,’ taking its name from the idea of cutting off a thread of lifeline.”

“Its purpose is to embrace all rivers and teach all beings—regardless of race or talent—granting each a chance to attain the Dao!”

“This echoes Master Hong Jun’s words: ‘Two sects, Chan and Jie, shall divide!’”

Yu Chendao Jun glanced at Xuan Qing and smiled faintly: “The Xuan Sect’s two branches—one root, two limbs—would be quite fitting.”

Wang Chuan, hearing this, played his part as a perfect straight man: “Your two Heavenly Lords’ actions accord with the Dao’s will, fulfill the Human Dao’s desire, and establish its virtue—your merit is immeasurable!”

Ming He, watching Tai Shang and Yu Chen, mused: “Hearing you say this, I’m tempted to found a sect myself.”

Meng Wu You tilted her head and asked with a smile: “What sect would you found?”

Wang Chuan, as if reading Ming He’s mind, declared outright: “Need I ask? Brother Ming He will surely found the Xiuluo Sect!”

Ming He burst into laughter, pointing at Wang Chuan: “Only you understand me, Wang Chuan!”

Xuan Qing, having heard everyone’s opinions, turned to Meng Wu You: “Friend, don’t you wish to found a sect?”

“Found a sect?” Meng Wu You tilted her head, thinking: “Hmm… I actually do want to found a great sect!”

Wang Chuan clapped enthusiastically for Meng Wu You: “Sister Meng, what sect will you found? I’ll support you wholeheartedly! Don’t forget to give me the position of Vice Sect Master!”

Meng Wu You laughed: “Fine then—I’ll make you Vice Sect Master of my Back-to-Sleep Sect!”

“Huh? Back-to-Sleep?” Wang Chuan froze, blinking at Meng Wu You:

“Sister Meng, you’re not joking, are you?”

“Not at all!”

Meng Wu You shook her head: “My great sect aims to teach everyone to attain the Dao through dreams.”

“And if it’s about dreaming, you obviously need to sleep!”

“So we call it the Back-to-Sleep Sect—encouraging everyone to sleep more. Isn’t that reasonable?”

Xuan Qing, Tai Shang, Yu Chen, and Ming He all couldn’t help but laugh.

“Reasonable. Extremely reasonable.”

Only Wang Chuan scratched his head, looking as if he wanted to speak but held back.

【Oh no, I was too hasty—I should’ve joined the Xiuluo Sect as Vice Sect Master!】Wang Chuan instantly regretted it.

From now on, when everyone introduces themselves:

Others will say: Human Sect, Chan Sect, Jie Sect, Xiuluo Sect.

And he’ll say: “I’m the Vice Sect Master of the Back-to-Sleep Sect!”

How embarrassing!

Total social death, okay?

Seeing Meng Wu You’s gaze turn toward him, Wang Chuan quickly changed the subject, turning to Xuan Qing: “What’s your plan, Master?”

“Me?”

Xuan Qing thought for a moment and said: “My plan is simple—I’m just here to cover the Human Dao’s back.”

Everyone asked: “How do you cover its back?”

Xuan Qing said: “Those Chaos Demon Gods reborn as humans are unruly and ambitious.”

“Even with the oaths and restrictions of Fu Xi and Nü Wa, and our reincarnation constraints, accidents may still happen—they might seize the fruits of the Human Dao and turn the tables!”

“So, after they are reborn as humans, I will impose upon them another chain.”

“A chain called ‘Feng Shen’!”

“Feng Shen?!”

Tai Shang and the others exchanged glances.

“Like last time’s Feng Shen?”

Last time, Xuan Qing held the list and sealed ten thousand deities—the spectacle was magnificent!

“Of course not.”

Xuan Qing’s lips curled into a mysterious smile, his voice growing distant and enigmatic:

“In the future, when humanity reaches a certain stage, when the power and ambition of those reborn Chaos Demon Gods swell to a critical point—or when some deeply hidden demon gods plot mischief—I will join forces with Tai Wei Heaven Palace to unleash a Feng Shen Cataclysm that sweeps across the Hong Huang’s Three Realms, affecting countless divine, immortal, and mortal beings!”

“This cataclysm will be a complete cleansing and trial for those reborn demon gods—and a final reckoning of the entire Human Dao’s merits and faults!”

“Within the cataclysm, those loyal to the Human Dao who have amassed great merit may be reborn through the trial, their physical forms sealed as deities of the Heaven Palace, granted eternal blessings and co-eternal life with Heaven and Earth!”

“But those with ill intent, seeking to disrupt the Human Dao and overthrow order, will perish in the cataclysm—their true spirits cast into my reincarnation, doomed to eternal damnation, their cultivation and fortune transformed into nourishment for the Human Dao, Earth Dao, and Heaven Dao!”

“Thus, we not only eliminate the threat of the reborn demon gods, but also select true pillars of the Human Dao—and…”

Xuan Qing raised his gaze to the heavens: “...also replenish the Heaven Palace’s divine positions and perfect the cosmic order!”

“At that time, it will be the day our jointly crafted 【Da Dao Zhen Jing】 shifts from illusion to reality!”

“Then, I shall release all yewei positions, granting them to the deities of Heaven and Earth, the myriad realms of Hong Huang—a grand feast of celebration!”

Xuan Qing’s words struck like thunder from the highest heavens, shaking the spirits of Tai Shang, Yu Chen, Ming He, Wu You, and Wang Chuan—leaving them trembling, unable to calm for long!

The Feng Shen Cataclysm!

Purging the reborn demon gods who plot mischief!

Enfeoffing worthy deities of the Heaven Palace!

Transforming the 【Da Dao Zhen Jing】 from illusion to reality, opening its countless yewei positions!

Tai Shang and the others exchanged glances, each seeing in the others’ eyes profound shock—and a hint of… indescribable excitement!

【Using the Human Dao as the chessboard, all sentient beings and deities as pawns, driving the Feng Shen Cataclysm—playing a monumental game of cosmic strategy!】

This is true blackmail!

Wang Chuan gazed at Xuan Qing with utter admiration.

Brother-sister blackmail was just for fun—the real blackmail was the Master!

“Indeed, when it comes to stirring up chaos, Xuan Qing never disappoints us!”

Tai Shang sighed with deep emotion.

If this plan succeeded, the future of the Human Dao would be unimaginably brilliant—they dared not even imagine it!

Seeing everyone stunned by his words, Xuan Qing eased the tension: “Don’t think I can accomplish such a grand scheme alone—I’ll need your help.”

“Especially you, third brother.” Xuan Qing smiled at Yu Chendao Jun: “The Chan and Jie sects—one root, two limbs—will likely burden you greatly.”

Yu Chendao Jun didn’t mind; he laughed: “We the Three Pure Ones are of one breath, one root—what burden is there?”

“Just give your orders when the time comes.”

“And me!”

Tai Shang chuckled: “Such a grand scheme must be run by all three of us Pure Ones together—otherwise we might not hold them in check.”

The Feng Shen plan sounded thrilling.

It wasn’t just targeting future Chaos Demon Gods—it encompassed all deities and beings of the Hong Huang’s Three Realms.

If Fu Xi and Nü Wa’s plan succeeded, they might even be dragged into it.

Though one wonders whether they’d be willing.

“They’d probably agree—after all, we’re not just covering the Human Dao’s back, but also the human race’s. Perhaps we’ll even help them achieve self-renewal.”

Tai Shang thought to himself.

Meng Wu You and Ming He watched the three Pure Ones huddle together, declaring their intent to run the grand scheme—and suddenly felt a chill crawl up their spines.

They instinctively leaned back.

【If these three act, won’t the Feng Shen Cataclysm turn the heavens and earth upside down?】

【You’re going black, then blacker, then blackest—playing a reboot of the entire epoch? We’d believe it!】

There was no help for it—they knew their own kind too well.

Wu You and Ming He knew the Three Pure Ones all too well.

Only Wang Chuan remained unfazed, even proud.

【A true deity must be like this!】

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