The Sims: I Open the Immortal Path for All Beings

Chapter 1309: Chapter 1256 – Chapter 1257: The Not So Simple Wood Virtue Star Lord_2 Chapter 1309: Chapter 1256 – Chapter 1257: The Not So Simple Wood Virtue Star Lord_2 Now, it’s not easy for these great emperors to unite. They were never united as one to begin with, even though some ambitious ancient emperors were filled with greed and did not wish to pay any price to snatch the secrets of the heavenly gate.

However, their thoughts do not represent all of the ancient emperors. Once any of the ancient emperors agreed to the trade of the heavenly gate, it actually meant that they might be excluded and become the new targets of public criticism, a situation those emperors did not wish to see.

After all, the heavenly gate currently boasts at least two ancient emperors of formidable strength. They stood on the same level as these emperors and were not to be easily oppressed.

This was a stratagem, a means to divide these ancient emperors’ authority, but even though all the ancient emperors were well aware of it, they were unable to resolve it. Such a blatant open scheme struck directly at the heart and laid bare all the pros and cons in front of their eyes, leaving them no room for compromise.

“However, are we just going to simply teach these techniques and divine abilities? You should know that even though they may offer all sorts of heavenly and earthly treasures and divine objects, those are ultimately inanimate things; knowledge is priceless. Will this truly not be aiding the enemy?” Wood Virtue Star Lord actually still held some reservations.

Indeed, this world had a profound foundation and a long history, along with countless heavenly and earthly treasures. One could get a glimpse of this from the Fire Spirit Bead that Fire Virtue Star Lord had obtained.

But no matter how precious these items were, they ultimately remained lifeless. Their cultivation methods or rather their knowledge was the true priceless treasure.

The martial arts of this world had developed so prosperously that despite the world’s imperfections making its ancient emperors inferior to true immortals of the same realm, if they truly practiced divine skills, their strengths would undoubtedly reach a higher level, adding considerable difficulty to the task of assimilating this world into the Heavenly Court.

Wood Virtue Star Lord did not know whether this plan was devised by Fate Controller Star Lord and Yi Suan, or if it had been approved by the Emperor Monarch. However, from his perspective, it seemed like an act that could potentially aid the enemy.

You must know that even in the Great Ming World, during past times, these methods of cultivation were secrets not casually revealed. As an independent practitioner, he had personally experienced all of this.

Consider this, had it not been for the Longevity Taoist Monarch’s kindness in establishing the Taoist Academy and carving a path for all cultivators in the world, he might have never reached this point.

Having experienced it firsthand, as an independent practitioner, he was even more aware that this was playing with fire, and any carelessness might lead to severe backlash.

“This is a decision personally made by the Emperor Monarch. If you have any objections, you can personally seek the Emperor Monarch to stop it,” said Yi Suan indifferently.

He had made quite an effort to persuade Wood Virtue Star Lord, but seeing the latter remain this way, even though he knew it was meant well, he couldn’t help feeling a bit impatient and bluntly used the authority of the Emperor Monarch to pressure the other party.

“…” Wood Virtue Star Lord’s expression changed slightly, and he remained silent.

Indeed, even if he felt dissatisfaction, he did not dare question the Emperor Monarch. After all, how could he presume to guess the Emperor Monarch’s strategies?

Looking back at the journey thus far, the Emperor Monarch’s actions were as unpredictable as a soaring Pegasus and as elusive as a hanging antelope’s horn, often surprising everyone. Yet, in the end, he invariably achieved his goals and emerged as the greatest victor.

With so many examples before him, the Emperor Monarch, before experiencing a true defeat, would not be questioned by even other senior true immortals, let alone him. Did he not see that Fire Virtue Star Lord supported this plan?

Seeing Wood Virtue Star Lord’s silent demeanor, Yi Suan also sighed.

“The words I am about to say are crucial. Even if you are privy to them, do not casually disclose them,” Yi Suan said with a weighty tone.

Originally, he and Fate Controller Star Lord did not wish to spread the plan to too many people, as the more people knew, the more likely it was for accidents to occur due to careless talk.

However, as the protagonist designated by the Emperor Monarch, even if Wood Virtue Star Lord was not skilled in scheming, everything still required the cooperation of others. If the other party was not very willing, the plan might easily encounter unexpected issues.

Moreover, ultimately, as part of the first group to descend and being colleagues, they had many days of future cooperation ahead. As a person from Sky Mechanism Pavilion, he didn’t want to fall out with Wood Virtue Star Lord, who was clearly a rising power for the future. So he patiently explained again.

“Hmm?” A flash of divine light passed through Wood Virtue Star Lord’s eyes as he heard this, and he speculated in his heart that there must be more to this situation than what had been fully explained.

Indeed, he had deliberately adopted such a stance just now.

One must know that even though Wood Virtue Star Lord rose from being an Independent Practitioner to his current position and was not adept at scheming against others, having seen and experienced so much, he was certainly not so naive as to be completely unaware of everything.

Regarding this matter alone, not to mention anything else, with an Emperor Monarch present, even Star Lord Yi Suan and Fate Controller Star Lord, no matter how proud they were of their strategies, would not dare to formulate a plan without considering the Emperor Monarch’s attitude or going against his will.

Therefore, the plan they had come up with must have been approved by the Emperor Monarch; otherwise, it couldn’t proceed at all. The consequences of acting against the Emperor Monarch’s will were not something they could bear.

In his view, these two actually disregarded or underestimated him.

He was aware that among the many Star Lords at present, Fire Virtue Star Lord, being a True Immortal and favored by the Emperor Monarch, was the Emperor Monarch’s most relied upon support and did not care about his position, nor did it matter to him what benefits Wood Virtue Star Lord received. Because even if Wood Virtue Star Lord was designated as the main actor by the Emperor Monarch for this mission, the benefits he would receive in the end could not surpass those of a True Immortal.

But, it was precisely because Fire Virtue Star Lord was indifferent that it did not mean that the other Star Lords were as well. They definitely had some degree of dissatisfaction with Wood Virtue Star Lord’s position in their hearts.

Although his position was as stable as Mount Tai due to the Emperor Monarch’s designation, as long as he did not act foolishly, no one else could shake his status.

However, not being able to shake his position didn’t mean they couldn’t marginalize him, and in the process of advancing the plan, they could scheme for more benefits for themselves.

The Holy Heavenly Emperor governed with a laissez-faire approach, and the other Emperor Monarchs wielded authority, aiding the Emperor of Heaven in governing, thereby reducing the Emperor of Heaven to a mascot, a nominal existence.

This sort of plot was currently unfolding within the Heavenly Court, something Wood Virtue Star Lord had clearly witnessed.

Now, applying all of this to himself, it was natural for him to come to this insight.

Although he didn’t know for sure, he absolutely couldn’t gamble his benefits on the character of these Star Lords. Therefore, he also needed to respond to ensure his core status and interests were not compromised.

And now, his probing had indeed confirmed all this: Star Lord Yi Suan and Fate Controller Star Lord had their own plans.

In fact, not only was Wood Virtue Star Lord aware of all this, but Pei Xuanjing and Fire Virtue Star Lord also saw it clearly. However, neither Fire Virtue Star Lord nor Pei Xuanjing took any action regarding it.

As far as Fire Virtue Star Lord was concerned, he stayed out of it since it didn’t concern him directly. He had no relationship with Wood Virtue Star Lord, his share of benefits was fixed, and it would definitely not increase; even if he continued to perform meritorious deeds, he wouldn’t want a larger portion of the benefits.

Because the benefits of a single Great Ming World were only so much, and the portion occupied by a True Immortal was fixed. Now, having come with the Emperor Monarch, he had already seized a considerable advantage. If he continued to take more than his share, it would inevitably affect the benefits of other True Immortals, causing widespread resentment due to uneven distribution.

Indeed, he was now a major support of the Emperor Monarch, but the Emperor Monarch was also the promoter of the Heavenly Court’s Expansion Plan. He could not break this rule because of himself, ultimately affecting the progress of the plan.