Chapter 2304: Chapter 68: Wanxiang Ancestor
Regarding the respect in Hui Yunziâs eyes, he was not unfamiliar with it. In past years, as disciples ascended, they all looked at him with such reverence, which filled his heart with greater guilt.
With a sigh, he said:
âYou shouldnât blame him. After all, he is the Master of a Sect, with much on his mind. Iâm severely injured, and the pressure on him is immense. Even if he wishes to rescue those in Little Cang World, heâs powerless to do so.â
Hui Yunzi heard this, wanted to speak but refrained, eventually choosing not to counter.
He wasnât newly ascended; after being here for many years, although he hadnât met Chongyuan Patriarch, he traveled extensively, even visiting Qitian Patriarch. Thus, he knew the situation at Wanxiang Sect in Cloud Sky Realm well.
Besides the direct cause of Chongyuan Patriarchâs severe injuries, there were many disciples not just from Little Cang Worldâs ascension but also from Cloud Sky Realm. Although Wanxiang Sectâs atmosphere was harmonious, rescuing across realms involved too much, inevitably consuming too much; manpower and effort were issues, naturally entangled with interests.
When Chongyuan Patriarch was at his peak strength, naturally no one opposed him; anyway, everyone followed this Patriarchâs wishes.
But now the Patriarch couldnât take care of himself, and the disciples below naturally had to think of their own interests.
Yet he couldnât bear to say these in front of the revered Patriarch.
Zhong Yuanzi might also understand the crux, but his heart was willing yet powerless. Moreover, the Wanxiang Sect desperately needed united cultivation from all, more so needing a Crossing Tribulation Cultivator to oversee, thus it wasnât wise to escalate issues. At this juncture, he shifted the topic, curiously asking:
âIf my deduction is correct, the Chaos Origin Substance around Little Cang World is depleted, and it will degrade again; by then, it might not accommodate even Immortal Ascension. You managed to ascend, so you must have faced considerable hardship, right?â
Upon hearing this, Hui Yunzi dared not conceal anything, promptly recounting his observations and experiences within Little Cang World.
When he heard about the breach of the realm membrane, Zhong Yuanziâs expression remained unchanged. Only upon learning that cultivators of various continents sacrificed to mend the heavens, Wanxiang Sect, from the Sect Master onwards, faced a temporary halt in Immortal Ascension, he sighed deeply:
âHeavenâs will is eternally elusive; I accounted for the celestial disaster of Little Cang World but could not foresee the human tribulations⊠Pity these youths, such a pity, what a pity!â
He uttered âpityâ several times, his regret profound and almost palpable.
Hui Yunzi spoke swiftly, detailing Wang Ba ascending to Deputy Sect Master, assisting two successive Sect Masters, daringly venturing, establishing Taoist Fields, and even later the primitive Demon Sectâs Han Yanzi introducing World Eaters from outside the realm, Wang Ba decisively slaying Han Yanzi, until finally, single-handedly mending the heavens, turning the tide, before stopping.
This was all he witnessed before ascending.
Listening to Hui Yunziâs straightforward narration, Zhong Yuanzi was both astonished and contemplative, then showed a puzzled expression:
âSuch capabilities in this young one, why not simply become a Sect Master himself?â
Hui Yunzi was momentarily stunned, also somewhat perplexed. He hadnât thought about this question carefully before, and now contemplating it, indeed felt somewhat baffled.
Fortunately, Zhong Yuanzi didnât dwell on this problem, pondered briefly before speaking:
âThis child, managing to turn the tide amid domain dangers, clearly is favored by destiny of Little Cang World, shrouded in fortune. One would expect after all this time; he might have already ascended. But if not, amid Little Cang Worldâs circumstances today, only fearedâŠâ
He didnât continue, but Hui Yunzi already understood his intention.
Without Chaos Origin Substance nourishment, Little Cang World would inevitably weaken, eventually reaching extinction. This was the greatest crisis he realized belonged to Little Cang World during his ascension, although he left hastily then, without time to inform Wang Ba and others, and now had no idea of the current situation.
His heart sank, then spoke solemnly:
âDisciple understands our Sectâs difficulties, but fellow disciples within Little Cang World remain amidst peril. After guarding Ancestral Hall for millennia, I intended to lead fellow junior disciples to Cloud Sky Realm to avoid calamity. Now that Iâm here but donât see them, my heart is uneasy, I earnestly ask Patriarch for guidance, I wish to re-enter Little Cang World through the whirlpool in Realm Sea.â
âEven if unable to save fellow disciples, I would willingly die there!â
Zhong Yuanzi, hearing this, was moved instantly!
Looking at Hui Yunzi, thoughts churned within, unable to resist sighing:
âI know your Emotion Lineage, once determined, it clings stubbornly even amid certain doom⊠Very well, my days are numbered, if an opportunity arises, I will assist you, as a final effort for the Wanxiang Sect juniors of Little Cang World. But now, with Supreme True Buddha causing chaos, only after they retreat, provided Iâm not dead, will I go see the situation at Cloud Sky Sect.â
Upon hearing Zhong Yuanziâs promise, Hui Yunzi solemnly bowed:
âDisciple, on behalf of Wanxiang Sect in Little Cang World, thanks Patriarch!â
Zhong Yuanzi didnât dodge, merely looked into the distance, sighing slightly.
When opportunity arises, all align; when fortune fades, a heroâs freedom wanes.
In his days within Little Cang World, though occasionally troubled, he ultimately sailed smoothly, together with his teacher and Junior Brother, they were deemed main figures of that era, their united efforts undefeatable.
Upon ascending Cloud Sky Realm, under their combined forces, they quickly grew, ambitiously founding a Sect, soon gaining a grand reputation, until their consecutive achievements in Crossing Tribulation attracted surrounding attention.
However, his destined fate seemingly halted here.
When extremity reaches fulfillment, abundance brings decline.
Supreme True Buddha breached realms, shattering his hopes and severing any further prospect.
Heâs no longer the main actor in this realm; ultimately, he must leave this stage to the successors, heading toward his solo exit.
Though reluctant, he must adhere to the imperceptible, untouchable destiny.
At this moment, the child priorly guarding the gate rushed over, hastily shouting:
âAncestor! Ancestor! Thereâs an urgent matter! The Sect Master asked me to invite you over.â
Zhong Yuanzi felt a bit puzzled, remotely asked:
âSect Master wants me over?â
Feeling more perplexed, his injuries, though still enabling movement, discouraged casual outings. The Sect Master should know his situation; typically, wouldnât send the child with such instructions.
âUnless thereâs something important.â
As he pondered, the child had hurried over, blurting anxiously:
âItâs a high-ranking person from Cloud Sky Sect, surnamed Chen, asking you over for a celebratory banquet.â
âCloud Sky Sect, surnamed Chen?â
Zhong Yuanzi uttered these words, eyes revealing even deeper confusionâŠ