"Do not speak. Take me to Ancestor Hunyuan."
Lu Changsheng's voice rang in the ears of the two chaos lifeforms.
Go find Ancestor Hunyuan?
Naturally, they knew of Ancestor Hunyuan. After all, they were chaos lifeforms under the Chaos Alliance.
Yet even if they found the place, they would never be granted an audience with him. Of course, whether they could see Ancestor Hunyuan had nothing to do with them. What unsettled them was why Lu Changsheng, having just emerged from the Dark Domain, was in such a frantic rush to seek out Ancestor Hunyuan.
Both chaos lifeforms felt deep apprehension, but restrained by Lu Changsheng's Illusory Realm, they had no choice. They could only lead the way toward Ancestor Hunyuan's location.
Lu Changsheng had actually considered whether to notify Ancestor Qingchi. After all, he shared some history with Ancestor Qingchi, and having his help would likely smooth things over. But after weighing it back and forth, he decided against involving him. He was setting out to rescue Lin Qingluan, who was, after all, a nine-Dao Great Saint of the Dark Domain. Dragging Ancestor Qingchi into the matter was improper. Even if Ancestor Qingchi agreed to help, Lu Changsheng would incur an enormous debt of gratitude.
Still, keeping him completely in the dark would not do either. Thus, Lu Changsheng sent a direct transmission briefly explaining the situation. As for how Ancestor Qingchi chose to handle it, Lu Changsheng paid it no further heed.
Right now, he focused entirely on using his Illusory Realm to traverse chaos. Whether in chaos or the Dark Domain, the Illusory Realm could be manifested without being hindered. Thus, Lu Changsheng traversed space rather than simply flying. All that could be glimpsed was an imperceptible gleam of white light flickering through chaos.
In just three days, Lu Changsheng came to a halt.
"Look and see if this is the place," Lu Changsheng's voice sounded in the ears of the two chaos lifeforms.
"What? This is... the Hunyuan Battlefield?"
"It truly seems to be the Hunyuan Battlefield—the war front opened by Ancestor Hunyuan, where countless battles have been fought against the Dark Domain!"
"Wait, we were so far from the Hunyuan Battlefield! Without a teleportation array, relying solely on flying, it could take decades to arrive. Even hurrying to the nearest teleportation array would have taken several years."
"How long has it been? Just three days..."
"What manner of technique is this?"
Both chaos lifeforms were utterly bewildered. They could not fathom what method Lu Changsheng had used. A treasure capable of traversing space? They had sensed no treasure.
Though stunned, the two still replied, "Yes, this is the Hunyuan Battlefield. Here, asking anyone at random will reveal where Ancestor Hunyuan resides."
Lu Changsheng nodded and released the two chaos lifeforms.
"You may depart. Here are a few treasures from the Dark Domain; they should still prove useful in chaos."
Lu Changsheng possessed a vast array of treasures, so he casually bestowed a few items from the Dark Domain.
The two chaos lifeforms were overjoyed. Such compensation was extraordinarily generous—they had done nothing more than lead the way for three short days.
"Our thanks, Fellow Daoist Lu."
Outwardly, Lu Changsheng still appeared to be an ordinary chaos lifeform, so they naturally addressed him as "Fellow Daoist." Yet if Lu Changsheng were to reveal his true might, his status would instantly rival that of a source lifeform.
Lu Changsheng glanced across the Hunyuan Battlefield.
Chaos was much like the Dark Domain: a source lifeform would carve out a battlefield to confront the powerhouses of the Dark Domain.
Both chaos and the Dark Domain were vast. Spatial passages did not exist everywhere, only in specific regions. Moreover, establishing a battlefield required a large spatial passage—one that could accommodate many people entering and exiting at once while remaining extraordinarily stable. Even a source lifeform or an Emperor could not destroy a large spatial passage.
The two spatial passages Lu Changsheng had encountered before were not large passages, but merely small ones. Small passages could not support masses of people and thus could not form a battlefield.
Having just arrived at the Hunyuan Battlefield, Lu Changsheng saw very few figures around, only a sparse scattering. This area was part of the rear lines. Yet as time passed, more and more cultivators returned to the rear. Most were chaos lifeforms, and by the looks of it, a trace of exhaustion showed in their eyes, as if they had just survived a bitter battle.
Lu Changsheng intercepted one chaos lifeform that was at the second life leap.
"Fellow Daoist, a moment."
The second-leap chaos lifeform was in a foul mood. Having nearly died in the fierce clash, how could he be pleased? He was about to flare up, but catching sight of the man before him—and particularly the aura emanating from him—sent a shiver through his spine. He immediately bowed respectfully. "Greetings, Fellow Daoist. May I ask what you wish to inquire about?"
Lu Changsheng radiated the aura of a third life leap, clearly higher than the other's realm. Consequently, the man's attitude had turned instantly courteous.
"May I ask if a major battle has just concluded?"
"Yes, a great battle just ended. It was an overwhelming victory! Ancestor Hunyuan fought Emperor Fantian and ultimately repelled him. Furthermore, using the Hunyuan Pagoda, he captured a group of high-rank Great Saints from the Dark Domain alive, tremendously boosting our morale! If we secure a few more victories like this, we might drive Emperor Fantian back entirely and even push into the Dark Domain!"
Lu Changsheng's heart sank.
Initially, the Dark Domain had held the upper hand on this battlefield; otherwise, the conflict would not have taken place inside chaos. Yet unexpectedly, Ancestor Hunyuan's strength was so formidable that he had repelled Emperor Fantian. In several clashes, Emperor Fantian had gained no advantage and now suffered heavy casualties. From here on, he would likely be forced to yield ground continuously, perhaps even allowing Ancestor Hunyuan to invade the Dark Domain.
Lu Changsheng did not particularly care about victory or defeat between chaos and the Dark Domain. After all, the Dark Domain could not conquer chaos, nor could chaos conquer the Dark Domain; the two sides were merely contending for fortune. Those who truly became cannon fodder were only the low-rank cultivators.
However, Ancestor Hunyuan trapping a large group of high-rank Great Saints was of immense concern to Lu Changsheng. Lin Qingluan might very well be among them.
"Where is Ancestor Hunyuan?" Lu Changsheng asked.
"Ahead lies the Hunyuan Divine Palace, a chaos supreme treasure where Ancestor Hunyuan resides. Ordinary people cannot enter the divine palace without his permission, however."
Lu Changsheng nodded. "Thank you, Fellow Daoist, for enlightening me."
The other took his leave. Lu Changsheng followed the indicated direction, soon sighting the Hunyuan Divine Palace nestled in the chaotic void. From afar, it resembled a chaos world, yet it was actually a chaos supreme treasure.
Arriving before the palace, Lu Changsheng was met by guarding chaos lifeforms who fixed their gazes directly upon him.
"Do you possess an order of summons from the Ancestor?"
Lu Changsheng shook his head.
"Without a summons, none may enter the divine palace."
The guards blocked his path.
"Is that so?"
"I have come to request an audience with Ancestor Hunyuan. You may announce that... World Master Lu Changsheng seeks an audience!"
The moment his words fell, Lu Changsheng unleashed the aura of a World Master—one whose world had been reopened nine times.
That aura rivaled a nine-Dao Great Saint, equivalent to a chaos lifeform of the ninth life leap! As such an imposing pressure rolled forth, both guarding chaos lifeforms trembled violently.
"A... a World Master!"
Utter horror gripped their hearts.
A World Master! How could they not know of World Masters? In chaos, the term was far from unfamiliar. Although exceedingly rare, a World Master was a magnificent existence capable of standing shoulder to shoulder with a source lifeform!
Yet the person before them was a World Master? They held their doubts. Still, since Lu Changsheng instructed them to report, they could only comply. Even if he were not a true World Master, he was a powerhouse rivaling a ninth life leap—someone they could never afford to offend.
Lu Changsheng's high-profile display and imposing might, along with his claim of being a "World Master," naturally drew immense attention. Many chaos lifeforms who had just returned from the battlefield halted in the distance, observing and whispering amongst themselves.
"World Master Lu Changsheng? I don't recall ever hearing that name."
"Is he truly a World Master?"
"Likely not. At present, not a single World Master exists in all of chaos. He is probably just a cultivator treading the World Master path."
"Even if he merely treads that path, it is extraordinary. Don't forget his aura—it rivals a formidable ninth-leap existence!"
"A World Master who doesn't seem to belong to our Hunyuan Battlefield... What business does he have with Ancestor Hunyuan?"
"Still, that name, Lu Changsheng, does sound somewhat familiar."
Some cultivators vaguely felt they had heard the name before, yet could not pinpoint it. Nonetheless, everyone's attention was fixed on the title of "World Master." Moreover, with Ancestor Hunyuan involved, this was bound to be no small affair.
As time ticked by, no movement came from the Hunyuan Divine Palace.
Soon, the guard returned. He glanced at Lu Changsheng and lowered his head. "The Ancestor has just concluded a fierce battle and is resting. He bids the World Master return another day."
"Return another day?"
Lu Changsheng narrowed his eyes slightly.
A refusal? It did not entirely seem like one. It felt more as though Ancestor Hunyuan was occupied with an important matter and did not wish to be distracted.
Thoughts flashed rapidly through Lu Changsheng's mind. Could Ancestor Hunyuan be dealing with the captured high-rank Great Saints? It was very possible.
With that realization, Lu Changsheng was naturally even less inclined to return another day. He needed to see Ancestor Hunyuan immediately, or Lin Qingluan might be in grave peril.
"Hmph."
Lu Changsheng clasped his hands behind his back, his gaze turning icy. Step by step, he strode into the void, looking down upon the Hunyuan Divine Palace below.
Seeing this, many onlookers were dumbfounded.
"What... what is he trying to do?"
"That is the Hunyuan Divine Palace, and Ancestor Hunyuan is inside!"
"Even if he is a powerhouse of the World Master cultivation system, he is ultimately not a true World Master. How dares he?"
Their suspicions proved accurate. Lu Changsheng indeed intended to act.
His gaze was freezing cold as he completely unleashed his Illusory Realm without holding back.
Boom!
The Illusory Realm descended. A white flash swept past, and in the next instant, the Illusory Realm enveloped the entire Hunyuan Divine Palace.
At that moment, everyone within the palace felt a terrifying pressure fall upon them, as though doomsday had arrived—as if they were facing the wrath of a source lifeform.
Total shock swept through everyone. This was no longer a matter of courtesy. This was an outright provocation—he was knocking on their door in challenge!
"Insolence!"
A furious roar echoed through the entire palace. Simultaneously, a colossal giant towering between heaven and earth flew out from the palace.
Before this giant, Lu Changsheng appeared exceedingly minute. Yet the giant dared not underestimate him in the slightest.
"A World Master?"
"No, you are not yet a true World Master. Your world has not undergone its ultimate transformation!"
"A World Master who hasn't even completed his transformation dares to act so insolently?"
The voice rumbled like thunder, laced with boundless fury.
This was Ancestor Hunyuan—a revered source lifeform, an apex existence within chaos. Now, an ordinary chaos lifeform dared to provoke a source lifeform?
Ancestor Hunyuan reached out his hand.
"Break!"
He threw a direct punch. A source lifeform's greatest asset was physical might—pure, unadulterated bodily power of an unfathomable magnitude. In terms of raw strength, even an Emperor could not match them.
Under this terrifying physical force, Lu Changsheng's Illusory Realm trembled violently.
"Retract."
Lu Changsheng immediately compressed the Illusory Realm. The more it expanded, the weaker its concentrated power became; the more it contracted, the greater its resilience. Soon, Lu Changsheng contracted the Illusory Realm into a tight perimeter, directly weathering Ancestor Hunyuan's strike.
Rumble!
The fist struck squarely against the Illusory Realm.
Many hearts tightened. Ancestor Hunyuan looked incandescent with rage; how horrifying was the power of a strike delivered in such fury? Even a chaos lifeform of the ninth life leap would have been blasted to smithereens without the slightest chance of survival.
Yet as the dust settled, everyone saw that familiar figure lingering in the void.
Lu Changsheng still stood suspended in the air. The Illusory Realm around him continued to shield his body. Even against Ancestor Hunyuan's wrathful punch, Lu Changsheng's Illusory Realm had held firm.
Silence fell over the surroundings.
Many chaos lifeforms were left utterly speechless.
Lu Changsheng's world had not completed its transformation, meaning he was not yet a true World Master—at best equivalent to a ninth-leap chaos lifeform. How could he possibly withstand a full-force punch from Ancestor Hunyuan?
There were no tricks, no deceptive flourishes. He had met Ancestor Hunyuan's punch head-on and come away uninjured.
This was... combat prowess rivaling a source lifeform!
It was simply unimaginable. In the history of chaos, this was the very first time someone below the realm had matched a source lifeform blow for blow!
In the past, dazzlingly brilliant chaos lifeforms who could merely preserve their lives before a source lifeform were already enough to dominate an entire era. But standing as an equal? Such a feat had never appeared in the history of chaos.
Yet here it was. Lu Changsheng possessed combat prowess on par with a source lifeform—not merely surviving before one, but clashing head-on, leaving Ancestor Hunyuan powerless to overcome him.
Silence. The entire void sank into utter quiet.
Even Ancestor Hunyuan was no longer as furious as before. Earlier, his anger stemmed from feeling provoked by a mere chaos lifeform, which demanded that he defend the dignity of a source lifeform. But now, Lu Changsheng's strength was beyond dispute: it rivaled that of a source lifeform.
Since both stood on the same tier, Lu Changsheng's earlier actions could no longer be called an insolent provocation. After all, it was Ancestor Hunyuan who had refused him entry. Strictly speaking, Ancestor Hunyuan had breached etiquette first, making Lu Changsheng's outburst understandable.
"World Master Lu, this old man was discourteous earlier. Please, enter the palace so we may speak."
Ancestor Hunyuan regained his composure and invited Lu Changsheng inside.
Lu Changsheng took a deep look at Ancestor Hunyuan.
Such was the power of strength. In chaos, anyone beneath a source lifeform was treated like an ant; source lifeforms operated on an entirely different plane. A source lifeform's respect was reserved only for peers of equal standing. Now, Lu Changsheng clearly possessed the qualifications to speak with Ancestor Hunyuan as an equal.
Lu Changsheng drew back his Illusory Realm and walked into the Hunyuan Divine Palace. Soon, both figures vanished inside, and calm returned to the outside world.
Yet the hearts of the chaos lifeforms who witnessed the clash remained anything but calm. A formidable World Master boasting the combat prowess of a source lifeform had appeared, capable of meeting Ancestor Hunyuan head-on without yielding an inch. It was utterly astounding.
"Lu Changsheng... Hurry and make inquiries!"
"He couldn't have appeared out of thin air; there must be clues to his past."
"Who in the world is he?"
"Wait, wasn't there a Saint in the Black Light Realm named Lu Changsheng, known as the Changsheng Saint? Could it be him?"
For a time, some began to recall the name. But whatever their thoughts, they had nothing to do with Lu Changsheng.
Inside the divine palace, Lu Changsheng sat facing Ancestor Hunyuan.
"May I ask what brings Fellow Daoist Lu here today?" Ancestor Hunyuan asked slowly.
He did not know Lu Changsheng, nor did he recall having any dealings with him. For a powerhouse rivaling a source lifeform to seek him out so abruptly, there had to be an important reason—perhaps an immense affair.
Fixing his gaze on Ancestor Hunyuan, Lu Changsheng spoke candidly: "I have been carrying out a covert mission under the Chaos Alliance within the Dark Domain, where I came to know several Great Saints. Among them, one became my Dao companion. She has now been captured by you, Fellow Daoist Hunyuan. I ask that you show magnanimity and release my companion. I would be immensely grateful."
Lu Changsheng did not beat around the bush; he stated his purpose plainly, even explicitly mentioning the term "Dao companion."
What was a Dao companion? A partner on the path of seeking the Dao, someone with whom one shared life and death—truly the other half of one's life. The gravity of such a bond needed no explanation.
Most source lifeforms had no Dao companions, nor did Emperors. But once one had a Dao companion, they were bound in life and death. Thus, this matter was exceedingly grave.
Ancestor Hunyuan's eyes narrowed slightly.
A secret mission? He had heard of such things—little more than infiltration operations, which the Chaos Alliance continuously carried out. But to infiltrate so deeply into the Dark Domain that one became Dao companions with an enemy Great Saint? That was simply bizarre.
"Do you possess proof?" Ancestor Hunyuan asked.
"Fellow Daoist Hunyuan may inquire with Fellow Daoist Qingchi."
"Qingchi?"
Ancestor Hunyuan's interest was piqued. He indeed sent a transmission to Ancestor Qingchi, mentioning Lu Changsheng's name.
Soon, Ancestor Qingchi's reply arrived.
"It is indeed so."
A mere four words, yet they left Ancestor Hunyuan with mixed feelings. Was Lu Changsheng one of Ancestor Qingchi's men? It did not quite seem like it, for aside from those four words, Ancestor Qingchi said nothing more, as if leaving the matter entirely to his discretion.
Even without Ancestor Qingchi's confirmation, Ancestor Hunyuan would have proceeded with caution. After all, Lu Changsheng stood on equal footing with him now. When it concerned the man's Dao companion, prudence was paramount.
Ancestor Hunyuan raised a hand.
Hum.
A pagoda materialized in his palm.
"Would Fellow Daoist dare accompany this old man inside the pagoda?"
"Why not?"
With that, Ancestor Hunyuan led Lu Changsheng straight into the Hunyuan Pagoda.
The interior of the pagoda was an independent space. The moment Lu Changsheng stepped inside, he saw numerous Great Saints suppressed within.
"Hm?"
"Qingluan!"
Lu Changsheng spotted Lin Qingluan. She too was suppressed, yet faint rays of divine light flickered around her body, indicating she could break free. However, she was restraining herself and enduring the confinement.
Lu Changsheng immediately understood: this had to be the work of the Divine Tree of Fortune. With the tree's power, Lin Qingluan was fully capable of breaking free from the pagoda's suppression. But she dared not do so lightly, fearful of alerting Ancestor Hunyuan. Had she broken the restraint, Ancestor Hunyuan would surely investigate the reason, which would expose the Divine Tree of Fortune.
Right now, Ancestor Hunyuan was willing to grant Lu Changsheng face. But if he learned of the Divine Tree of Fortune, that might change; after all, it was a supreme treasure of the Great Universe that even God Emperors fought frantically over.
Fortunately, Lin Qingluan was prudent and had not exposed it, leaving Lu Changsheng with far more room to maneuver.
"Fellow Daoist Hunyuan, this is my Dao companion, Lin Qingluan."
"Oh? Then this was indeed a misunderstanding."
Ancestor Hunyuan's eyes narrowed slightly. With a wave of his hand, he dispelled the suppressing force upon Lin Qingluan, appearing entirely unbothered by her identity as a Dark Domain cultivator.
Such labels mattered only to lower-tier cultivators. To source lifeforms like them, what significance did the Dark Domain or chaos truly hold? Could a mighty existence at the source lifeform tier not possess a Dao companion from the Dark Domain? Forget a Dao companion—even a disciple would be unquestioned. None would dare protest. At the level of a source lifeform, their will itself was the rule. What rule could possibly bind a source lifeform?
"Changsheng..."
Lin Qingluan came directly to Lu Changsheng's side. Though she did not know the details of what had transpired, she knew Lu Changsheng was here to rescue her. Thus, she asked nothing and remained quiet, leaving everything to his discretion.
"Since it was a misunderstanding, I shall take Qingluan with me."
"Fellow Daoist Lu may take her at any time."
"Then I thank you for your trouble, Fellow Daoist Hunyuan."
Lu Changsheng led Lin Qingluan out of the Hunyuan Pagoda. Ancestor Hunyuan even personally escorted Lu Changsheng out of the Hunyuan Battlefield; an outsider looking on might have thought they were old friends who had not met in years.
Only after Lu Changsheng had departed the Hunyuan Battlefield did the smile fade from Ancestor Hunyuan's face. He immediately sent a transmission:
"Ancestor Qingchi, what in the world is going on with Lu Changsheng?"
"He is not yet a true World Master, so how does he possess combat prowess rivaling a source lifeform?"
"If you do not explain this clearly, this old man will pay you a personal visit..."
A barrage of transmissions followed. Clearly, if Ancestor Qingchi did not explain, Ancestor Hunyuan would not let the matter rest.
***
Lu Changsheng paid no heed to Ancestor Hunyuan's mood. He had succeeded in bringing Lin Qingluan away from the Hunyuan Battlefield.
Relying on the traversing ability of his Illusory Realm, the two passed through the spatial passage a few days later, returning to the Dark Domain and back to the Cloud Dream Mountain Range.
However, they did not rush back to the Tianyuan Holy Sect immediately. Certain matters needed to be properly discussed first.
"Changsheng, what actually happened?"
"You sought out Ancestor Hunyuan, and he proved so amenable that he released me on the spot? And from his demeanor, he seemed somewhat wary of you. What is going on?"
Lin Qingluan had remained silent earlier, asking nothing for fear of disrupting his plans. But now that they were safely back in the Dark Domain, she needed to understand.
"Emperor Beichen informed me that you might have been captured by Ancestor Hunyuan. So, I slipped back into chaos and went straight to Ancestor Hunyuan. You know the rest..." Lu Changsheng explained briefly.
"Wait. You found Ancestor Hunyuan, and he simply let me go? He rivals an Emperor..."
"It was simple: I sparred with Ancestor Hunyuan, and he could do nothing to me. Furthermore, in the Dark Domain, I am already known as 'Emperor Changsheng'..."
Boom!
The moment Lu Changsheng's words landed, Lin Qingluan's mind buzzed.
Emperor Changsheng?
Lin Qingluan understood all too well what the title "Emperor" signified. That was an Emperor!
"You... you became an Emperor? But how is that possible?"
Lin Qingluan was utterly stunned, finding it hard to believe. How could Lu Changsheng have become an Emperor? He was not even a native lifeform of the Dark Domain.
"I am not an Emperor, but merely possess Emperor-level combat prowess. As you know, I follow the World Master cultivation path. Having now reconstructed my world nine times and comprehended over one thousand five hundred Great Daos, the resilience of my Illusory Realm has reached an unfathomable height, rivaling an Emperor's might."
"I fought both Emperor Beichen and the Heavenly Demon, and neither could overcome me. Naturally, they began calling me an 'Emperor.' Possessing Emperor combat prowess, even Ancestor Hunyuan could not harm me. Thus, when I demanded a Great Saint of the Dark Domain from him, how could he refuse? Moreover, you are my Dao companion. Knowing the gravity of the matter, he naturally raised no objections."
As Lu Changsheng explained step by step, realization dawned on Lin Qingluan.
Emperor combat prowess!
Despite having a cultivation base below the Emperor realm, Lu Changsheng possessed Emperor-level might. He had even fought an Emperor, a Heavenly Demon, and a source lifeform—representatives of all three major cultivation systems—and all three had effectively confirmed that his strength had reached the Emperor tier.
This revelation struck Lin Qingluan with immense force. Had her lifelong yearning not been to attain the Emperor realm? Who could have imagined that, without fanfare, Lu Changsheng had already become "Emperor Changsheng"?
Lin Qingluan gradually settled her emotions. In any case, Lu Changsheng becoming "Emperor Changsheng" was wonderful news. At the very least, their bond as Dao companions would draw no objections even in chaos; it was only slightly more troublesome in the Dark Domain. But once she attained the Emperor realm herself, no one would dare criticize their public relationship even here.
"It is a pity about the Great Saints and disciples of the Tianyuan Holy Sect..." Lin Qingluan sighed softly.
Lu Changsheng offered no excuses. Rescuing Lin Qingluan alone was already a matter that had to be kept hidden from Emperor Fantian, requiring her to remain concealed within the Tianyuan Holy Sect. If they rescued the other Great Saints, where would they be placed? If released back into the Dark Domain, news would spread everywhere. How had they returned? With so many mouths, secrecy would be impossible. Lin Qingluan had yet to become an Emperor; if the truth came to light, both she and Lu Changsheng would face tremendous trouble.
"Let us return to the Tianyuan Holy Sect first."
"In truth, this may not be a bad thing. Though you cannot appear publicly in the Dark Domain for now, you will no longer have to worry about being conscripted. In Emperor Fantian's eyes, you were captured by Ancestor Hunyuan and have essentially perished. This allows you to cultivate in peace and quietly build your foundation!"
"Once my Illusory Realm completes its transformation, I will aid your ascension to Emperor. When that day comes, who in chaos or the Dark Domain could ever challenge us?"
A surge of heroic resolve swelled within Lu Changsheng.
Lin Qingluan nodded. Indeed, this turn of events was truly not a bad thing. At the very least, she had broken free from the two-realm war and could accumulate her strength undisturbed.
As for whether Lu Changsheng could complete the transformation of his Illusory Realm and become a true World Master, Lin Qingluan did not doubt him in the least. If someone as dazzlingly talented as Lu Changsheng could not become a true World Master, then perhaps no one ever could.
"Qingluan, cultivate in peace within the Black Light Pagoda. Having you by my side will set my mind at ease."
Lin Qingluan nodded. It was indeed inadvisable for her to show herself right now.
Lu Changsheng then sent a transmission to the leaders of the Tianyuan Holy Sect, telling them they no longer needed to worry about Lin Qingluan's situation. He offered no detailed explanation, trusting that as wise individuals, they would deduce the truth.
Afterward, Lu Changsheng set off directly toward the Dao Comprehension Holy Sect. If he wished for his Illusory Realm to undergo its ultimate transformation so he could become a true World Master, he still needed to continue comprehending Great Daos.
Chapter 492