Cultivation: Being Immortal-Chapter 452:

Zhong State, Danxia Sect

The group of Tao Achieving practitioners were digesting Xia Qingshan’s information. The amount of information was quite large. Demons, Human Emperor – what are these?

Everyone knew that the Human Emperor used to be the Thunder Emperor and the Green Emperor, who led humans to defeat the demons and find a place to live, creating the cultivation world we have today.

"Xia Qingshan, when you talk about the Human Emperor, are you referring to someone like the Green Emperor?"

"Yes, someone who stands above others and unites the human race can be called the Human Emperor."

"Even so, how can Zhou Huaiying be called the Human Emperor with his abilities and virtues?"

"That’s right. If the Green Emperor were alive again, we would gladly support him as the Human Emperor, but Zhou Huaiying, is he worthy?"

Many Tao Achieving individuals are not convinced. If the Green Emperor were to return, they would surely follow his lead. But Zhou Huaiying, a follower of the dark path, how can he be called the Human Emperor?

"Zhou Huaiying is simply picking a taller person to stand out among short people. He is truly unworthy of being called the Human Emperor, but neither are you."

Xia Qingshan bluntly stated that compared to Green Emperor, Zhou Huaiying is far inferior, but the real issue is that none of these people are suitable.

This angered many Tao Achieving individuals. They emerged as exceptional talents among countless cultivators. If they weren’t geniuses, how could they achieve Tao Achieving? To be looked down upon in such a way is unbearable.

Xia Qingshan looked at the faces of many Tao Achieving, not looking very good, but not caring much, he wasn’t afraid of death, why bother about being emotionally intelligent, natural happiness is the way to go.

Several Tao Achieving began to whisper to each other, angry though they were, they slowly digested Xia Qingshan’s news, two key points, first, the demon clan is going to war, and they are the target, second, the human race is going to have a Human Emperor born.

Regardless of which news, it is closely related to their interests, which can bring them great benefits.

"Taoist Friend Xia, I have a grandson, extremely talented, exceptional perception, how about I bring him to you to see if he has the potential to be a Human Emperor?"

A Tao Achieving spoke first, as soon as he spoke, others reacted immediately, saying similar things, everyone was thousands of years old ancestors, who didn’t have a few outstanding descendants.

"Whether he has the potential to be a Human Emperor, doesn’t depend on me, but on himself, to become a Human Emperor, cultivation and character should be the top priorities…"

Xia Qingshan mentioned several necessary qualities of a Human Emperor, it’s not just about high cultivation level to be a Human Emperor, otherwise he wouldn’t have said Zhou Huaiying was barely qualified.

"Fellow Taoist friends, please be quiet."

The three Tao Achieving from the Danxia Sect chatted quietly for a few moments, then Wu Zilin raised his voice, and everyone quieted down once again.

"Dear Taoist friends, don’t be misled by Xia Qingshan. The Demon Emperor of the Yao tribe plans to invade us, but even if it’s true, it won’t happen for hundreds of years. I don’t know how long you all will live, but Zhou Huaiying’s issue needs to be solved soon. If not, I predict we have at most a hundred years before it gets out of control. I’m not trying to scare you, but discussing this matter seriously with you."

Wu Zilin said that he wasn’t lying. Based on their estimation of Zhou Huaiying’s medication, the pill will be ineffective in a hundred to two hundred years. He just chose the shortest estimate.

"Junior Brother Wu is too optimistic. Do you really think we have a hundred years? Zhou Huaiying needs rare pills to suppress his energy, and the prices have increased twentyfold over the centuries. I estimate in thirty to fifty years, the cultivation world won’t be able to afford Zhou Huaiying’s pills."

"Thirty to fifty years, Taoist Friend Wu, don’t be shocked."

"If you doubt it, go check. I can show you the recipe for the pill, and you’ll see the prices of the ingredients."

Considering this factor, their time is even shorter.

"Taoist Friend Xia, what do you say?"

"There’s not much more to say. We can only do our best and leave the rest to fate. I’ve made my point clear. It’s up to you how you handle it."

Xia Qingshan shook his head, realizing some things couldn’t be reconciled. His words made sense – the Yao tribe’s invasion is imminent. A few hundred years may seem long, but for cultivators, it’s too short.

Are Wu Zilin and his friends wrong? No, they have a point. They can’t control what happens hundreds of years later, so it’s better to focus on the immediate crisis.

"Since there’s nothing else to say, let’s just do it this way."

"My Taoist friends, let’s discuss this matter…"

"Wait a moment, Taoist Friend Wu, it’s fine to kill Zhou Huaiying, but what about Xia Qingshan? How do you plan to deal with him?"

"Yes, Taoist Friend Wu, Xia Qingshan is not to be taken lightly. If not, shall I take over?"

All eyes were on Xia Qingshan. Killing Zhou Huaiying was one thing, but dealing with Xia Qingshan was another. They needed to handle him carefully, as he was valuable. Although Xia Qingshan could curse Tao Achieving, they were confident they could control him and find his weak spot.

Xia Qingshan smiled slyly at the crowd. This was why he didn’t respect them, despite being a leader and a big shot in Tao Achieving. Their vision was short-sighted, lacking the qualities of a Human Emperor.

"My Taoist friends, don’t worry. Xia Qingshan has another important role. We can use him as bait to lure Zhou Huaiying."

Wu Zilin understood what everyone was thinking. The Danxia Sect couldn’t claim Xia Qingshan as their own. He would be kept as bait, and no one else could use him.

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"Brother, Xia Qingshan went to Tianxian City to find the Tao Achieving cultivator from Danxia Sect."

In the city of Anhua in Yun State, Lin Jiang had just arrived when Lin Ying handed him a letter.

"When did this happen?"

"This letter arrived in Anhua City two days ago, but I’ve been busy and only saw it today."

"Let me read the letter first."

Lin Jiang said, then picked up the letter and quickly skimmed through it.

"Brother, what do you think?"

"I’ve finished reading it, let him go ahead."

"Brother, what does this mean, Xia Qingshan?"

"He is seeking a path."

"What path is he seeking?"

"Xia Qingshan said he doesn’t know who he is, where he comes from, where he is going, or why he exists in this world. But now, he should have found a clue."

"I didn’t understand, brother."

Lin Ying shook his head. This is too deep. Isn’t Xia Qingshan’s path the path of seeking death? Going to Danxia Sect now is also seeking death. How many Tao Achieving are there?

"You will understand later. This cannot be disclosed."

"Brother, why are you acting mysterious like Xia Qingshan?"

"Because I now understand how it feels when Xia Qingshan says that the secrets of heaven cannot be revealed."

"What does ‘Human Emperor’ mean in the letter?"

Lin Ying thought of a way to ask indirectly by going around the topic.

"Human Emperor is someone like the Green Emperor, who can influence people in the cultivation world, gather their power, and achieve great things for the human race."

"Xia Qingshan meant that as the demon tribe is about to have a Demon Emperor, the human tribe will also have a Human Emperor. This will lead to intense war between the two tribes, resulting in losses for both sides."

"It’s better to lose together than to lose alone."

Lin Jiang had a good idea of what Xia Qingshan was thinking, maybe not entirely accurate, but close enough.

"If only father were here, with his skills, he might have a chance at becoming the Human Emperor."

"Becoming the Human Emperor might not have a positive outcome, don’t think too much about it."

"Brother, you mentioned before that if a great war breaks out, Yun State could be in danger of being overthrown. Since that’s the case, why not face the challenge? I want Yun State to also contend for the position of Human Emperor."

"What do you want to do?"

I have been part of the Lin family for so many years, thanks to Xia Qingshan’s help. We have talented individuals and abundant resources. Why shouldn’t we strive for success?

Brother, I am not like you. You have a long life ahead, but I don’t. I want to have a purpose in life. I see no hope in pursuing the path of immortality, so my wish is for the Lin family to regain its glory and even surpass the honor of our ancestors. It is the duty of the descendants of the Lin family.

Lin Ying said that she had no pursuit in her life before, but now she seeks to make the Lin family renowned once again.

Lin Jiang frowned upon hearing Lin Ying’s words. According to her, she now seeks fame and success, but this plan seems unreliable. In times of great challenges, can the Lin family handle it with their current strength?