The Sims: I Open the Immortal Path for All Beings

Chapter 1989: Chapter 1934–1935: Xuántiān’s Worries – Conspiracy (Part 2)

The flourishing Qi Luck of the human race is undeniably crucial for these Taoist Monarchs of human origin.

If Buddhism were allowed to grow unchecked, it would be akin to them parasitizing the human race, stealing its Qi Luck, which would ultimately harm themselves. Therefore, they would never permit it. This is precisely why Buddhism has faced collective suppression from numerous powerful figures since the establishment of the Heavenly Court.

Even for a religious sect as ruthless as the Demonic Way, they need the broad base of human life as a foundation. After all, even raising Gu requires numerous Gu worms, and the more Gu worms there are, the more exceptional ones can give birth to more powerful Gu Kings.

However, the reason Buddhism can stand in stark independence, yet also faces joint tacit exclusion from all sides, is precisely because of its unity and strength.

One must understand that similar ideological sects to Buddhism are not nonexistent. Across the innumerable worlds of the Realms of Heavenly Seas, what oddities haven’t arisen? But a single top-tier immortal sect can suppress those sects.

Conversely, Buddhism requires a joint effort to be suppressed, which strongly indicates Buddhism’s extraordinary strength.

And precisely because of this, Buddhism is regarded as a formidable opponent by Taoist Monarch Xuantian.

Of course, Taoist Monarch Xuantian isn’t overly concerned about the Buddhist adversary. As long as the will of the powerful figures hasn’t changed and Buddhism doesn’t compromise and change its doctrines, it will inevitably be marginalized and suppressed. No matter who is the leader of the world, they will still choose to suppress Buddhism.

Even if the Xuantian Sect fails to compete for leadership, it will still acknowledge this rule.

As Longevity Taoist Monarch puts it, “You can’t only recognize the human race when you’re the winner,” a statement that has gained the consensus of strong figures from various factions.

In contrast, the Witch Deity Teaching and the Sword Sect, Dragon Tiger Mountain, and Shenxiao Sect are what Taoist Monarch Xuantian views as the primary rivals and competitors.

Dragon Tiger Mountain and Shenxiao Sect, one with deep and ancient heritage, the other with an invincible strong figure in suppression, are all extremely powerful competitors. What’s more, both belong to the Taoist School, and no one dares be certain that after benefit negotiations, they won’t unite.

It must be known that such things have happened before. If not for the support of Ancestor Celestial Master and Xuan Du Guan, it wouldn’t have been so smooth for the Shenxiao Sect to reach its current position, even with the Longevity Taoist Monarch.

The Sword Sect is even more entrenched; the grudge between Xuantian Sect and Sword Sect isn’t something that can be articulated in a word or two. Regardless of how the grudge began, real or fake, the current animosity is not easily resolved. Either side ascending will choose to suppress the other.

The Witch Deity Teaching is what Xuantian Sect fears the most, also the opponent they find most impenetrable. Their origin predates even that of the Xuantian Sect, with an unclear extent of heritage.

Especially the Ancestral Witch Venerable Position, continuously gained by strong individuals, implying an acquisition of strong allies, allowing more powerful figures to be attracted and recruited. This makes Xuantian Sect very envious, wishing to do the same but finding it impossible to emulate.

Moreover, the crucial point is that the Witch Deity Teaching once led the human race, possessing a legacy of righteousness, which means that if they indeed become the leading force, many will not be too resistant.

If it weren’t for that, even knowing that the Human Race Five Emperors harbor ill intentions and ambitions, Taoist Monarch Xuantian would still not support them, except to draw them in and leverage their reputation to challenge the Witch Deity Teaching.

After all, supporting the opponent, even at some cost, still provides legitimacy. If those two forces combined, it would indeed become an unstoppable momentum.

Witnessing the terrifying combat power displayed by the Witch God Sect Leader, Taoist Monarch Xuantian felt deeply apprehensive, pondering whether he should consent to conditions proposed by some Taoist Monarchs; otherwise, there would be no way to contend in terms of top-tier power.

At this moment, the great war in the Chaos Void is of lesser concern to Taoist Monarch Xuantian, or rather, no matter the outcome, its impact on him isn’t significant; instead, there is a more urgent need to seize time to strategize certain matters.

Taoist Monarch Xuantian gently waved his sleeve, revealing a sophisticated Guiding Altar in his hand. With a surge of mana, it radiates light, intending to envelop Taoist Monarch Xuantian within.

Facing the enveloping light, Taoist Monarch Xuantian did not resist in the slightest but allowed himself to be wrapped, waiting for the light to dissipate before his figure disappeared from the spot.

This Guiding Altar is a commonly used method of teleportation in the current world, similar to some Guiding Jade Plates used to anchor coordinates and guide beings to locate positions.

However, the Guiding Altar’s efficacy surpasses that of Guiding Jade Plates, capable of teleporting much greater distances.

As Taoist Monarch Xuantian vanished, simultaneously, in an inconspicuous world within the Realms of Heavenly Seas, he arrived, enveloped by a black robe.

“Gentlemen, have you considered?” Taoist Monarch Xuantian ventured into a mysterious valley where several individuals were already present, each emanating an aura indicating they were all strong enough to be Taoist Monarchs.

“The Witch God Sect Leader comes on strongly. Should he succeed this time, it would be unstoppable, leading to disaster,” a strong figure similarly shrouded in a black robe said in a low voice, filled with dread of the Witch Deity Teaching.

They are discontent with the Jade Emperor, wishing to see him suppressed to accelerate changes in the situation, allowing them to exploit the chaos.

However, faced with the current forcefulness of the Witch Deity Teaching, they are caught by surprise. If the Witch Deity Teaching quickly starts sweeping in momentum, gaining an advantage, it would undoubtedly be an enormous threat to them.

“We cannot let the Witch God Sect Leader succeed so easily this time!” a strong figure said in a low voice.

The Witch Deity Teaching is already dominant enough, and if it continues to rise, it would be bad news for everyone.

“No matter what, the dignity of the Heavenly Court must be maintained, otherwise, should the Heavenly Court’s credibility be completely destroyed?” another strong figure expressed.

This unauthorized refining of the Divine Position undermines the dignity of the Heavenly Court, challenging the entire Heavenly Court’s regulations. If left unchecked, how will the Heavenly Court manage all beings in the future?

Although their current actions aim to contest authority and rival the Heavenly Court, it doesn’t mean they intend to tarnish the Heavenly Court’s credibility.

These strong figures each have different backgrounds and standings, but it is undeniable that currently, they share the same goal and interest, which is to prevent the Witch Deity Teaching from succeeding smoothly.

“Master, hasn’t the Witch God Sect Leader broken the rules this time?” Pang Hong also said with a frown.

Admittedly, the Witch God Sect Leader is currently in the ascendancy, and the refining of Wood Virtue Star Lord’s Divine Position by the Ju Mang Ancestor Witch is going well, but Pang Hong couldn’t help but feel dissatisfied.

Though he had conflicts with the Jade Emperor, he was still a True God of the Heavenly Court, head of the Thunder Department, a high-ranking position within the Heavenly Court with significant influence, even instrumental in implementing current Heavenly regulations.

Now, the private granting of the Divine Position by the Ju Mang Ancestor Witch and Wood Virtue Star Lord, so flagrantly breaching the rules, infuriates Pang Hong.

If this matter isn’t properly handled and is left unchecked, allowing others to follow suit, where would the dignity of the Heavenly Court be, and where would the dignity of these Heavenly Court Venerable Gods be?

Despite dissatisfaction with the Jade Emperor, it is undeniable that his current actions stand for the Heavenly Court, maintaining the dignity of the Heavenly Court’s Spirits, and upholding the regulations established by many Taoist Monarchs.