After a while, James bowed three times in a row. Just as he was about to take action, the temple’s door swung open.A multicolored divine light emerged from within the Taishi Grand Temple.Observing the unfolding spectacle, the handsome young man stood dumbfounded for a moment before ascending the staircase leading up to the temple. Each stride was deliberate until he reached the open temple door. With ease, he stepped inside, vanishing into the vibrant hues of divine light.A flash of colorful radiance engulfed the temple entrance, and the door was sealed shut, reverting to its original state.Only then did Morgott and Yehria cautiously emerge from their concealment among the ruins. They gazed at the Taishi Grand Temple with bewilderment.After a moment, Yehria asked angrily, “How did that brat waltz in so effortlessly?”Morgott’s eyes sparkled with admiration as he chuckled, “That’s James for you. Even Taishi has to show deference and open the doors for him.”Yehria shot him a
Upon entering Taishi Grand Temple, he anticipated encountering a magnificent sight, a towering statue, or even Silver in person. However, what greeted him was far more dull than his expectations.“Your name is James Caden, right?” Suddenly, amidst the vibrant divine glow, an ethereal voice resonated. It sounded sacred and exquisite, capable of cleansing the mind of impure thoughts.James jolted, swiftly scanning his surroundings before replying, “Yes. That’s me! It’s an honor to be in your presence, Ms. Silver.”“You’re the Chosen One, a disciple of Emperor Yarden, who integrated the Three Treasures and is also the ruler over the Greater Realms. Despite your achievements, you remain remarkably humble. You’re much better in every aspect than those two unsightly beings outside.”James bowed respectfully at her praises. Just as he was about to speak, he was interrupted. “You need not say a word. Wesley has already come to see me and conveyed everything.”James lifted his head abrupt
James was taken aback. He looked in the direction and saw that a familiar yet strange figure appeared in every Wama Energy Ball.Some were killed before, some were subjugated later, and some were still alive but James had never met them.What shocked James the most was that Henry, Quattro, Yemima, Wyot, Maxine, Morgott, and the senior authorities of the Jademora Empire were among them.“Uh…” James’ face twitched. “What tribulation is this?”“It’s the Cholera Tribulation,” Silver said in Kalon’s voice, “It’s strange, right?”James took a deep breath. “I can accept the rest, but my friends…”“An unexpected tribulation is a true tribulation,” said Silver, enunciating each word.When he heard that, James looked like he had been struck by lightning. He stood in the light, stunned. He had already arranged everything, including his friends’ paths and cultivation improvement. Could something else happen that would turn his friends against him?“The third tribulation is the Solemnity Tr
Slowly, James closed his eyes and entered a wandering state.In this state, he seemed to be the wandering Xurraeus. At once, he gained insight into the entire Zymurgy. Then, behind Zymurgy, a huge illusionary gas appeared.The gas couldn’t be seen with the naked eye. It was formless, but James could sense the magnificent and mysterious power in it.Suddenly, James sensed a figure walk out of the formless gas. The figure gradually became clear.It was a quaint elder with a strong build and red hair. As his appearance became clear, James was stunned.It was Yarden.“I didn’t expect you to end up here,” Yarden suddenly said, “How odd.”“Aren’t you already dead?” James asked, “Even your last soul consciousness was destroyed because you gave me the inheritance. You also left two towers behind.”Yarden smiled before turning around. In the formless gas, a familiar and beautiful figure walked out. As she stepped into the void and got closer, James was stunned. He was extremely shocked.
“We created Waitara together!” Frona said, “Because we created him, you guys were born. We let you see everything you want to see and let you enjoy your hopes and possibilities!”“Let’s put it this way.” Yarden continued from where Frona left off, “Your world is like a kite high in the sky, but the start of the string is us.”James took a sharp breath. He thought that Yarden had a lower status than Waitara. He did not expect him to say such overbearing words. Could it be that his status was higher than Waitara's?‘No, that’s wrong. Waitara didn’t exist from the beginning. He was created by them.’ When James thought of that, his face twitched. “So, you guys are the ones controlling everything from behind?”“We can’t control anything anymore.” Yarden smiled and shook his head. “Otherwise, why would we meet you in your world?”“The kite metaphor is great.” Frona glanced at James. “Initially, the start of the string is in our hands, but because the wind is too strong, the kite flew to
James narrowed his eyes slightly. “Didn’t you guys say it’s to save me?”Frona and Yarden exchanged glances and nodded.“Why is it always the same tactic?” James snorted and said, “I’m not that great to save the worlds. I don’t care to be a hero. You guys think too highly of me.”“But in reality, you have become all living beings’ lord.” Yarden continued, “You accepted their Spiritual Providence and became their lord. You have the responsibility to protect them.”James frowned. “But it doesn’t include Zymurgy.”“Can they be separated?” Yarden shrugged. “Don’t forget that you aren’t Tai Chi. The living beings belong to the Tai Chi World. Can they live if Tai Chi doesn’t exist?”“Alright. Stop beating around the bush.” Frona stared at James. “Let me tell you the truth. The root cause of all this comes from Leere’s delusions.“Back then, the Nine Nothingness Gods discussed Daoism in Leere and deduced the Natural Derivation Path in the future. We concluded that the final part of the
Upon hearing that, James widened his eyes. “Is this where the fifty Supreme Paths, forty-nine Derivation Paths and leaving one behind come from?”Seeing that James was silent, Frona sighed. “The forty-nine Derivation Paths, fifty Supreme Paths, and leaving one behind aren’t included in the Natural Derivation.”When James heard that, he narrowed his eyes. “So, I have to thank Waitara because, without him, humans wouldn’t have existed.”Yarden looked at Frona.Frona shook her head helplessly. “He didn’t do it for you guys. He did it to hide himself and escape the Forty-Nine Daoisms of Nothingness.”James was taken aback. He looked at Frona. “It’s to escape from your control?”“We don’t control him. We derived him.” Enunciating each word, Frona said, “He just doesn’t want to be like us, getting replaced by someone else. He wants to control Zymurgy forever.”Then, she slowly closed her eyes. “We noticed something odd long ago, but the other Nothingness Gods turned a deaf ear. After
Upon hearing that, James was stunned. He didn’t expect the situation to affect all the worlds.At that thought, he asked, “So, the Five Path Emperors of the Forty-Ninth Heaven are waiting for his return too?”“We don’t know what their thoughts are. We rarely met them.” Yarden shook his head. “The Five Path Emperors wanted to control all the worlds after Waitara’s disappearance. If they were waiting for Waitara’s return at first, they might not want him to return anymore after getting a taste of power.”When James heard that, he fell into deep thought.“We have said everything that should be said.” Frona looked at James. “You can decide on what to do. Whether or not you want the Supreme Path is your decision.”“Why is it me?” James suddenly asked.Yarden and Frona exchanged glances before laughing.“Please answer my question directly.” James looked at the two.“We arranged it intentionally.” With a smile, Yarden said, “But we have determined that you aren’t Waitara’s body that h