Above the Great Dao-Chapter 1334 - 625: Rootless (Part 2)

True Master Master was brewing tea, and upon hearing the words, he smiled and said, "Ascension? Why Ascend?"

Chen Shi was slightly taken aback, not understanding what he meant.

"When The Three Pure Ones established the Immortal Dao, did they Ascend? Did the Immortals who swept away the tyranny of Great Shang Ascend? Since they did not need to Ascend, why should I?"

True Master Master picked up the teapot, poured him a cup of tea, and said, "Moreover, if one were to Ascend now, at best one could become a Heavenly Soldier and General in the Heavenly Court, at the mercy of others, unable to act freely. At worst, one could submit to the powerful among the Immortals, living under others' shelter and whims, also unable to act freely. So what benefit is there in Ascension? If Ascension is merely to become an Independent Immortal, then what harm is there in being an Independent Immortal in the Mortal World?"

Chen Shi raised his teacup, smiled, and said, "True Master's state of mind is unattached, beyond my reach."

True Master Master laughed and said, "Ascension, is merely a product of Heavenly Dao Treasure; there was no Ascension in the past. I'm used to leisure and don't want to suffer in the Earth Immortal Realm. Besides, it's not impossible to cultivate in Divine Continent."

Chen Shi drank a sip of tea and also contemplated the idea of being an Independent Immortal in the Mortal World with him, saying, "True Master Master is right, if Ascension to the Immortal Realm is not comfortable, then why Ascend?"

With this thought, he felt utterly relieved.

"Returning to the Earth Immortal Realm this time, finding Grandpa and the others, I will return to West Bull New Continent with them and no longer concern myself with the matters of the Earth Immortal Realm. Let the Immortal Gods battle among themselves."

Chen Shi chatted leisurely with True Master Master over tea, only then did he learn that this old Immortal True attained the Dao during the Great Yuan Dynasty period, having lived through the lengthy Great Ming Dynasty, now already fifty thousand years old.

"Which Great Ming Emperor is in power now?" Chen Shi asked.

"The Great Ming has reached the end of its fate, it's already fallen."

True Master Master said, "Now it's the Great Shun Dynasty."

Chen Shi, upon hearing this, felt lost and asked, "How did it fall?"

True Master Master said, "Darkness invaded. At the end of Great Ming, the Heavenly Dao began to change, the darkness invasion became increasingly severe, Emperor Chongzhen's poor use of people led to the darkness invading the Capital City, losing the country, and in shame before the ancestors, he hanged himself on the leaning tree of Coal Mountain. And so, Great Ming fell."

Chen Shi sighed for a long time.

He had once thought that someday, he would return to that piece of Ancestral Land and see the legendary Emperor Jiajing. Unexpectedly, the changes in Ancestral Land were so drastic.

"Is Ancestral Land also in the Dark Sea?" Chen Shi asked.

True Master Master said, "It is said that in the past Divine Continent was a large Buzhou in the Earth Immortal Realm, but later due to frequently causing Opening Tribulations, returned to the Dark Sea. There were no Opening Tribulations in the Dark Sea."

Soon after, Chen Shi bid farewell and left.

In the following days, he stayed in West Bull New Continent and did not leave.

This time, upon returning, he met Chen Tang, Wu Qingyu, and other relatives, naturally there were many words to share, as he wanted to be close to his parents and also be affectionate with Little Dun Fairy.

He had detailed discussions with True Master Master and gained a lot, feeling that neither the Heavenly Court nor the Earth Immortal Realm might suit him, so he was not in a hurry to return. Besides, it was much more enjoyable being affectionate with Little Dun in West Bull New Continent than in the Heavenly Court.

Huo Dou searched for him, and Chen Shi hurriedly brought out the Black Pot from his Dao Realm to reunite mother and child.

In addition to loving affection, Chen Shi also found Li Tianqing and Yang Bi, teaching them the Mixed Yuan Dao Scripture and Mixed Yuan Sword Scripture. Both had exceptional talents and insights, but found the Magic Skill quite challenging.

Chen Shi took out Fuluo Village Spirit Pill, gave it to them, and upon taking the Spirit Pill, their comprehension of the Mixed Yuan Dao Scripture and Sword Scripture was very fast.

Chen Tang, Wu Qingyu, and others each received a Spirit Pill, and each gained their own insights into cultivation.

After handling these matters, Chen Shi continued his affectionate time with Little Dun Fairy, in leisure he would find True Master Master to discuss Daoist Divine Powers.

Earth Immortal Realm, Xi Muran waited until the third day, slightly furrowing his brow. In these three days, the maids had sung and danced through their repertory, but Chen Shi had not yet come out of his Dao Realm.

The maids hastily arranged new songs and dances.

By the tenth day, Chen Shi had still not come out, the maids had arranged over ten new performances but were unable to find any new ideas.

By the fifteenth day, Xi Muran was a bit anxious, and a maid said, "Young Master, could this person be secluded in the Dao Realm?"

Xi Muran's expression was uncertain.

Immortals often return to their Dao Realm for seclusion.

Each Immortal's Dao Realm is extremely private, and its location is seldom revealed even to very good friends. This is for fear that enemies might seek them out while they are in seclusion.

Moreover, Immortal's seclusion periods vary greatly, sometimes lasting a few days, other times spanning many millennia, until a breakthrough of Opening Tribulation forces them out.

If Chen Shi is secluded in his Dao Realm, he may indeed remain for years or decades.

"Let's wait a bit longer."

Xi Muran said woodenly, "He holds the Great Wilderness Ming Dao Collection, of great importance, must observe carefully."

In West Bull New Continent, Chen Shi and Little Dun Fairy continued their affectionate time together, forgetting about the passage of time.

That day, Chen Shi suddenly remembered Chen Yindou and the others were still in the Earth Immortal Realm, and he became vigilant: "These days I was controlled by the Lower Corpse God, infatuated, I must guard against Little Dun, otherwise I would delay the proper tasks."

Little Dun Fairy noticed his intention to leave, feeling sorrowful, she said, "Is Your Majesty going to the Earth Immortal Realm? We've been apart for several years, having just met, must you leave?"

Chen Shi dressed, "I have important matters."

Little Dun Fairy, eyes alluring, snuggled in his embrace, chuckled softly, "Earlier my husband accompanied sister, now I am the younger sister..."

Chen Shi was stirred by her teasing, only to feel Peng Jue, the Lower Corpse God, in Yuan Chen Palace beating drums and blowing trumpets joyously, immediately removing the clothes he had just put on, laughing, "My grandpa most likely just received the news, two days later going to the Earth Immortal Realm isn't late."

Xi Muran waited another ten days, Chen Shi had not returned.

Despite his good temperament, at this moment his expression darkened slightly, giving orders, "Pack the carriage, prepare to leave."

The maids, upon hearing the words, breathed a sigh of relief, each smiling brightly, packed their belongings, and called for the Green Qilin.

Just as they were about to leave, the space shook, and a young figure appeared before them, crossing the void from another world.

"Finally waited for you!"

Xi Muran's heart was pleased, laughed aloud, "Chen Shi, we have waited long and arduous for you!"

Chen Shi had finally broken free from the tender embrace, upon hearing the words, became serious, and looked at Xi Muran, saying, "This Daoist brother, please forgive my ignorance, I do not recognize who you are."

Xi Muran stood tall, stepped out of the Qilin Chariot, stimulated the Great Wilderness Ming Dao Collection, performed a move called Ten Days Fighting.

With the same Ten Days Fighting move, when Chen Shi performed it, Purple Qi arrived from the east, fist transformed into blazing sun, wild and overbearing, allowing him to kill the Golden Immortal Wu Banshan with this Divine Skill.

Whereas Xi Muran's Ten Days Fighting, he was like Emperor Ziwei, possessing an unparalleled imperial grandeur.

In terms of aura, Chen Shi was wild, like an untamed beast, while Xi Muran seemed as if he had personally witnessed Emperor Ziwei, studied his demeanor and charm, to perfect this move so splendidly!

Chen Shi's heart tightened, "Heavenly Venerate's fellow disciple! What is his Cultivation Realm?"

He knew the strength and fearfulness of Heavenly Venerate well, even in the same realm, he may not be able to defeat Heavenly Venerate.

If this Xi Muran is Heavenly Venerate's fellow disciple, his Cultivation and strength must be exceedingly remarkable!

Xi Muran smiled, "My name is Xi Muran, this is our first meeting. You also cultivate the Great Wilderness Ming Dao Collection, from the same sect. But I find it puzzling, when did my master take you as a junior disciple? Chen Shi, could you resolve my confusion?"

His gaze was gentle, lacking any aggressive aura, but his words carried hidden sharpness.

Chen Shi said, "Is this Cultivation Technique called the Great Wilderness Ming Dao Collection? When I was cultivating in the Mortal World, I encountered an Immortal who taught me this Cultivation Technique. I am unaware of that Immortal's origins."

Xi Muran smiled lightly, "Our sect's Cultivation Technique cannot be transmitted outside. If it were transmitted, it could not be practiced in such an inconsistent manner. You have not captured the divine charm of Ten Days Fighting, nor have you comprehended the presence of Star Gods in Constellation Division. Your Great Wilderness Ming Dao Collection is very dubious."

His gaze became increasingly sharp, smiling lightly, "Chen Shi, you must dispel my doubts."

Chen Shi met his gaze, smiled and said, "Brother Xi, are you certain that what you acquired is the true tradition of the Great Wilderness Ming Dao Collection? Is it possible that my Great Wilderness Ming Dao Collection is the genuine tradition, while you have not obtained the true heritage?"