Chapter 690 - 1: 20,000 Years Ago

Chapter 690: Chapter 1: 20,000 Years Ago

The Jinhong Clan is the son of the Miling Goddess, and a demigod during the reign of this Celestial Emperor.

Currently, it’s the peak of the third ten-thousand-year period of the Celestial Emperor’s reign.

The Gods are undoubtedly the protagonists of this age, with the world’s myriad creatures only able to survive underfoot.

Thus, the status of Jinhong Clan as a demigod is somewhat awkward.

Especially since the Miling Goddess has many children, of which only Jinhong Clan was born with a mortal.

However, Jinhong Clan doesn’t mind this at all.

Excluding the "mortal" identity, the Shaohai Clan chosen by Miling Goddess was definitely more accomplished than most Gods.

Rumors even say this Shaohai Clan is the ninth-generation descendant of a Pathfinder.

No matter the truth of this, Jinhong Clan feels certain his father was greater than those Gods.

Unfortunately, due to the lifespan gap between humans and Gods.

By the time Jinhong Clan was born, the Shaohai Clan had already died, with their lineage disappearing for many years.

The only message Jinhong Clan received from the Miling Goddess is that the Shaohai Clan’s people last appeared at the edge of the East Sea, in Tanggu.

It is said that this place is where Celestial Emperor Hao was born, with a towering Fusang Divine Tree standing.

Ten Golden Crows always roost atop this Fusang Divine Tree, viewed by all beings as the place where the sun rises.

From a young age, Jinhong Clan yearned to visit the East Sea.

On one hand, to seek the footprints left by his father, and on the other hand, to see the Fusang Divine Tree in person.

But from Kunlun to the East Sea lies countless miles in between.

Even for a demigod like Jinhong Clan, the journey lasts unknown years, with unforeseen encounters.

As his mother, the Miling Goddess naturally cannot allow her favorite child to leave home for so long.

Thus, after a lengthy stalemate, the Miling Goddess finally proposed a condition.

If Jinhong Clan could become a Celestial God or possess power akin to one, she would agree to let him go to the East Sea.

Upon obtaining this promise, Jinhong Clan almost immediately began his cultivation.

It must be noted that in this era where the Tao Ancestor has yet to be born, what Gods call "cultivation" is really honing the body and tapping potential power.

The Miling Goddess clearly understands a demigod’s limits; Jinhong Clan is nearly impossible to reach Celestial God’s level on his own.

Even the Miling Goddess herself is only a Celestial God.

Her child, born of a human union, at most could become a demigod akin to the Gods.

However, to the Miling Goddess’ surprise, Jinhong Clan demonstrated astonishing talent after starting cultivation.

In less than a hundred years, Jinhong Clan grew from demigod to God, and he became a powerful War God at that.

Bear in mind that, in this savage era ruled by the Gods, individual combat power basically equates to survival ability.

Theoretically, apart from naturally born Innate Gods, few individuals can surpass their limits.

It is said that even the great Celestial Emperor showed particular interest upon hearing of Jinhong Clan’s exploits.

And promised him that should he ascend the Ascension Stairs upon maturity, He would personally perform a cleansing at the Celestial Emperor’s Capital, transforming him into a true God.

Unfortunately, before Jinhong Clan matured, the Ascension Stairs suddenly closed and have yet to reopen.

Whether it’s a gene mutation...

Or simultaneous inheritance of superior parental bloodlines...

Such extraordinary demigods are viewed as "Innate Divine" among the world’s myriad creatures.

However, considering the count of demigods, such "Innate Divine" born among demigod groups are exceedingly rare.

Miling Goddess feels both joyful and anxious for Jinhong Clan’s too remarkable performance.

Until the recent two years, the Miling Goddess’ mood underwent a 180-degree change.

Because Jinhong Clan suddenly ceased physical training, mysteriously focusing on so-called "calming the mind," "cultivating the heart."

Consequently, Jinhong Clan would leave the Miling Goddess’ domain every so often, whereabouts unknown.

Given the amount of attention already focused on Jinhong Clan.

His sudden "slacking off" inevitably reduced Miling Goddess’ worries.

Yet, equally, Miling Goddess wishes to understand why her son suddenly started "slacking off?"

"Forget it, whether it’s calming the mind or cultivating the heart, him not going to the East Sea is best."

"At worst, when the Celestial Emperor develops the true Immortal Grass, I’ll abandon all dignity and request one to prolong life with him."

For Gods generally living beyond a thousand years, Miling Goddess’ thoughts are quite realistic.

"Come to think of it, could that child be involved with those ’rebels’?"

As if suddenly recalling something, the Miling Goddess shuddered in her heart.

Unknown since when, this world saw the emergence of entities declared "rebels" by the Celestial Emperor.

They may be gods, creatures, or souls, yet invariably possess powers unlike ordinary gods.

Most importantly, these rebels seem unkillable and endless; slay one and more appear, extremely troublesome.

According to unknown rumors, some Celestial Gods joined their ranks.

Miling Goddess simply can’t understand why existing Celestial Gods, with their status, position, and capabilities, would join a group wanted by the Celestial Emperor?

As Miling Goddess pondered over this, a whirlwind suddenly whipped up nearby.

"Oh?"

Gazing at that direction with slight surprise, Miling Goddess was about to speak when the whirlwind transformed into countless blades of wind directed at her.

Caught utterly off guard by this sudden ambush, the Miling Goddess had no time to react.

After the countless blades of wind swept past, the Miling Goddess was torn apart.

Only a beautiful head remained, stared blankly towards the direction of the wind’s assault.

"Who are you? Why do you want to kill me?"

Being a Celestial God, Miling Goddess would naturally not die so easily.

But feeling her divine power rapidly dissipating internally, Miling Goddess knew her time was limited.

Unable to comprehend why such a powerful existence would resort to ambush tactics just to kill her.

"I bear no grudge against you; blame your identity being too unique!"

Quietly, an Evil God appeared, bare-chested, with black mane, beard, and horns atop his head.

One hand wielded a battle spear, the other a long rope, embodying the image of a fierce warrior.

"You are... the rebels?"

Staring intently at the spear and rope, Miling Goddess vaguely recalled the rebels as adept in such tools.

"Rebels?"

"No, I am not a rebel; I am Yu Lei."

"I’m only attempting to let history proceed along its normal path!"

Strolling before Miling Goddess, Yu Lei shattered her head with one strike, a hint of regret flashing across his resolute face.

"Blame the fact that if you hadn’t died, history couldn’t proceed normally!"

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