The Sims: I Open the Immortal Path for All Beings

Chapter 1545: Chapters 1492-1493_2 Chapter 1545: Chapters 1492-1493_2 Since the Master had a comprehensive plan in place, he naturally wouldn’t have any objections, and it was best to just listen to the Master’s arrangements.

As for whether to consider if the plan could be implemented smoothly or if it might provoke resistance, Pang Hong had never thought about that. In his memory, no one could ever stop what the Master wanted to do.

Longevity Taoist Monarch Pei Xuanjing, that name was renowned throughout the Divine Land World or even in the entire Chaos Void, representing an era of strength, invincibility.

It had been said that the era of the past ten thousand years was called the era of Longevity Taoist Monarch because it was almost solely created by him. He led the entire era forward, evident in Pei Xuanjing’s immense influence.

With Pei Xuanjing’s influence, there was no one who wished to, or could, obstruct what he wanted to do, especially now when their fundamental interests were not being harmed.

Using the Myriad Laws Realm as the venue to initiate a trial, though it was only open to those below True Immortal to participate, wouldn’t provoke any opposition, because for many True Immortals, it was not something they could not afford to abandon, especially with so many strong competitors vying for it. None could assure themselves of being the final victor.

At times, even if they participated in something that seemed highly competitive, not every individual was willing to compete; more often, they were helplessly drawn in.

Considering the current cultivation environment of the Divine Land World and all the worlds discovered in the Chaos Void, indeed, it was a magnificent Great World. They had access to broader skies than ever before, experiencing countless cultivation systems previously unthinkable.

However, similarly, these cultivators would meet innumerable strong adversaries, and face a competition many times more intense than any they had known before.

The term “involution” originated from the Taoist Academy of the original Divine Land World, then spread throughout the Divine Land World, and by today, almost all creatures in the discovered worlds knew the term.

Yet, even though they knew involution was detrimental, they couldn’t stop, because on the path of cultivation some resources were limited. If you didn’t compete, you would be surpassed. You couldn’t help but be involved.

Just like the emergence of the Great Law Decree Technique this time, perhaps only a part of the True Immortals was genuinely interested, but if this portion took action, it would inevitably spiral, dragging more True Immortals into the fray.

The other True Immortals who joined might not be interested in this Divine Ability, but they had various purposes. They too had to prevent their rivals or enemies from obtaining the Divine Ability, fearing their advancement, fearing the acquisition of greater power to use against them.

Thus, even if some True Immortal Strong were not interested, they had no choice but to be involuntarily involved.

At this time, if Longevity Taoist Monarch Pei Xuanjing set the rules, banning the participation of True Immortals, some True Immortals might be annoyed at losing this chance and harbor dissatisfaction. Yet, some would also be grateful, with both benefits and drawbacks present.

“You two, bearing my edict, dispatch many disciples to spread the word, and then announce this matter in the Taoist Academy under my name,” Pei Xuanjing further instructed. “This time, the trial is open to all, regardless of one’s background; anyone can participate.”

Pang Hong and Yu Zhenzi nodded in agreement. Then Pei Xuanjing paused and said, “Pang Hong, make a personal visit to the Heavenly Court to inform the Jade Emperor. This time he can also send people to participate, and if his people secure the final victory, I won’t hesitate to cede a portion of the Emperor of the South Pole Eternal Life’s authority to him, and might even persuade other Taoist Monarchs to surrender a part of their authority…”

“Master!”

“Majesty!”

Pang Hong and Yu Zhenzi’s faces drastically changed as they cried out in shock.

They knew that all these actions were aimed at curbing the Jade Emperor’s authority and restraining the opponent’s ambitions, believing that the Jade Emperor was the source of all the chaos. It was precisely because of the Jade Emperor’s ambition that so many disputes arose.

“Just now, when they were discussing how to handle the Great Law Decree Technique, they considered all aspects, all people, but the only one they overlooked was the existence of the Jade Emperor, and also ignored that the Jade Emperor was the original discoverer of this technique,”

This was not because they had forgotten, but rather, it was exactly what they had intended, a deliberate oversight.

They also knew that as long as the Longevity Taoist Monarch personally made the decision, no one could prevent or alter it, even if the Jade Emperor was filled with dissatisfaction. He would have no choice but to bear it without daring to make the slightest move, because he lacked the strength to do otherwise.

Initially, they believed everything had been settled, but unexpectedly, Master Pei Xuanjing spoke up on his own initiative, allowing and even promising to assist the other party.

Isn’t such an act like raising a tiger only to court calamity or aiding Zhou to commit atrocities?

“Do not hurry, do not hurry,” Pei Xuanjing said with a faint smile to the somewhat surprised duo, comforting them.

“Your ideas are not bad, but your methods are somewhat too crude. Some things can’t be resolved simply by suppression. Often, the more you suppress, the more it will provoke the defiance of the other party, and make them more resolute,” Pei Xuanjing explained to the two, “Over ten thousand years, the strength of the Jade Emperor has greatly improved from the past, and we cannot treat him with the same perspective and methods as before, a change is needed.”

In the end, for a True Immortal, everything comes down to their own strength. Only with sufficient strength can one obtain the corresponding authority and status.

During the time of Enthroning Gods, Zhu Houji managed to obtain the revered position of the Jade Emperor, and it was incredibly fortunate to get such a position even though several other Imperial Honors had stripped away much of his authority. After all, his strength back then was just that, without the qualifications to receive more.

But now, after ten thousand years, going from an initial being who has not yet achieved immortality to the current Jade Emperor, who has cultivated multiple paths and stepped into the level of True Immortal Seventh Layer Taoist Monarch, the two are incomparable.

If previously the Jade Emperor had been able to sit on that throne only with the support of Pei Xuanjing, now, solely relying on his own strength, he is fully qualified to firmly occupy the position of the Emperor of Heaven.

Therefore, if at this time one expects him to remain a puppet as before, it is absolutely impossible. Hence, it is only natural that he seeks to seize more authority.

Pang Hong and the others, from their own standpoint, believed that suppressing and restraining the Jade Emperor was in their interests, but from the perspective of the Jade Emperor, claiming his own authority is his own need too.

Perhaps Pang Hong and the others thought that the existence of Pei Xuanjing could keep the Jade Emperor suppressed indefinitely, not allowing him any chance to rise up, being the best method.

However, in Pei Xuanjing’s view, this was not the best choice, as it did not solve the conflict but instead continuously accumulated it, making it more and more difficult to suppress, and increasingly fearsome upon its outbreak.

If one blindly suppresses and does not allow the Jade Emperor to vent his inner thoughts, then his obsessions within will only grow stronger and more resolute.

But if one could appease those grievances in advance, allowing the pent-up resentment in his heart to be vented continuously, this gradual approach is the best solution to the problem.

“So that’s how it is, Master is formidable, your disciple is impressed!” Pang Hong and Yu Zhenzi showed deep admiration on their faces.

They were not fools, having simply not considered this point before. Now with just a little guidance, they understood the reasoning: it was nothing more than a matter of exhausting energy after a short burst.

“But, if the other party truly prevails, would Master really aid them in seizing authority?” Pang Hong raised his last doubt.