Journey to the West: Treasure Vase of the Great Dao

"This matter is still an unsolved case, and many throughout the three realms have speculated, but the most widespread rumor is that this Divine Spirit was ultimately used by the Ancestral Master to mend the Heavenly Dao,"

This remark astonished Lu Yu immensely, that such a powerful Divine Spirit could likely have been taken to mend the Heavenly Dao. Just how powerful must this Ancestral Master be?

"Hiss! The thought alone is terrifying." Lu Yu was stunned by the grand actions of the Ancestral Master.

"Isn't that the truth? Those ancient gods were each an embodiment of rules, born with the ability to reach the heavens and penetrate the earth. The Ancestral Master was not born as powerful as these beings, yet he managed to discern the path of cultivation. Since then, all beings between heaven and earth had a way to ascend.

Later, he transcended and left many to speculate that the fall of those innate divine spirits was related to his arrangements."

Lu Pan conveyed the information he knew, after all, since the Ancestral Master had transcended, he no longer cared about the affairs of the three realms. If it were before, he would not dare to speak so freely about this matter.

However, Lu Yu was stunned by this information. He could not imagine just how strong this Ancestral Master was, but the word "transcendence" alone revealed his capabilities; after all, throughout the many epochs of the three realms, he was the only one to have transcended beyond heaven and earth.

"Let's choose this Ancient Nation then, and thank you, Lu Pan, for opening my eyes." Lu Yu sincerely thanked Lu Pan, after all, such ancient legends were not always available to hear.

"Haha, I am merely someone who has lived a bit longer, so these matters are unknown only to you younger generations, but they are clear to those who have come from the ancient past, it's not really any big secret." Lu Yu's thank you was very gratifying to Lu Pan, particularly seeing someone else so shocked felt rather delightful.

After thanking Lu Pan, Lu Yu then began to manipulate the Fortune and Destiny. Although the Ancient Nation had been destroyed many years ago, it still had a significant amount of residual Fortune and Destiny.

Lu Yu drew the Sword of state, and with a light stroke, the Fortune and Destiny of the Ancient Nation adhered to the sword, given that the material of the Sword of State was leftover from the Nine Tripods, and was naturally conducive to enhancing Human Path's Fortune and Destiny, making it most suitable for manipulating Fortune and Destiny.

With a gentle push, the Treasured sword transformed into a beam of light, rushing toward the location of the Pure Land of the Lu Family.

Liu Feihu was training troops within the Pure Land. With Lu Zhang's Fortune erupting, the Pure Land's boundaries had expanded repeatedly and could no longer be hidden in the wilderness. After several major battles, many soldiers had died, but Liu Feihu had incorporated them into the Pure Land one by one.

Daily training had finally gained some combat power, barely enough to make a stand in the wilderness.

He could not afford to be negligent now that the Pure Land had expanded. However, Lu Zhang did not have a strong foundation in the Netherworld, and the number of Ghost Soldiers was insufficient. Protecting the Pure Land in the wilderness was proving difficult. If these forsaken spirits and ghosts breached the Pure Land, it could lead to serious problems in the Mortal World.

Suddenly, a bright light flew from a distance, its speed far too fast. Before Liu Feihu could organize a defense, the light had already landed in the center of the Pure Land, and a massive column of light shot straight into the sky. The Pure Land expanded visibly, and Liu Feihu felt as if his entire body was filled with power. Soon, a very exquisite set of armor appeared on his body.

It wasn't just him—each of the Ghost Soldiers was also clad in armor and wielding sharp weapons, a fierce aura emanating from them.

Liu Feihu looked astonished at the scene before him. He didn't know why this change had occurred, but he was certain it was an extremely fortunate development. With his strength greatly enhanced, guarding the Pure Land was now as easy as turning his hand over, and there was no need to be constantly anxious.

He turned around joyfully only to discover that a Scholar had appeared by his side. Looking at his face, he couldn't help but exclaim happily, "So it's Mr. Lu who has come."

With this, he was completely at ease, sure that the changes in the Pure Land must be because of Lu Yu, as only such a highly skilled individual could have such capabilities.

"Mr. Lu, what exactly is this pillar of light that is so powerful?" Liu Feihu, having entered the Underworld and wandered the wastelands due to his sentencing, had not been able to enter the Dragon Court, thus naturally could not recognize the Pillar of Fate.

"This is the Pillar of Fate of the Dragon Court. With this device, the ghosts and demons entering the Pure Land will be greatly suppressed, while your strength will be significantly enhanced. With the protection of this device, we finally have a foundation in the Netherworld," Lu Yu sighed as well.

The Pillar of Fate dedicated to the Human Path was too important to the Nether Dragon Court, without it, stability could never be long-lasting.

After a while, Lu Xing also arrived at this place. Seeing Lu Yu, he joyfully said, "My younger brother has come. I was wondering why such a powerful treasure had appeared out of the blue, but it turns out it was because of your arrival.

Come with me quickly to see our parents, we also wanted to wait for you to tell us about the Mortal World," finishing his words, he pulled Lu Yu towards their family mansion.
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On an unnamed small mountain in Zhongzhou of Great Chen, Xue Wuyi stood at the summit overlooking the mountain below, while a woman dressed in white and wearing a veil appeared behind him.

"Father, may I know why you have summoned me?" asked the White Lotus Holy Maiden. She gazed at the man in front of her who had changed her destiny, her eyes full of admiration. It was this unfathomable man who had rescued her from the depths of Hell, taught her how to establish herself in life, and had made her into the Holy Maiden she was today.

No matter how many people considered Xue Wuyi a Demon Lord, in the eyes of the White Lotus Holy Maiden he was her father who had given her a second life and a unique life trajectory.

"Xiu Xiu is here!" Xue Wuyi's tone carried a hint of melancholy, looking at the young girl before him, he seemed to be reminded of that girl from the past. If he had not been so obstinate back then, and had stayed at home, his own daughter would have been about as old as this.

Sometimes he would ask himself if he had any regrets, yet he found no answer. Therefore, he gave all the remaining fatherly love to the girl who resembled his own daughter.

With a rare trace of warmth in his eyes, he said, "In a few days you should leave this place, find a place where no one recognizes you, and live as you wish."

Bai Xiuxiu, hearing these words, stood frozen. She felt as if she had misheard, for such gentle words were completely unlike the enigmatic father figure in her mind.

"I know you never liked this life, it was merely because of my command. From now on, you are free."

"But what about you, father?" Bai Xiuxiu, guessing Xue Wuyi's intentions, teared up and said sadly.

"Alas! All beings are but pawns, and now I am no longer in control, and moreover, all these were my own choices, you don't need to be sad, I am serving a power, and certainly, nothing will happen to me!"

As he spoke, a wry smile formed on his lips. Thinking of himself, Xue Wuyi who ostentatiously proclaimed himself a demon, his demonic methods were indeed far inferior compared to that Celestial God. The attitude of seeing all beings as mere ants was indeed terrifying.