Chapter 1607 - 920: Dilemma

Just after Su Xianchen’s projection left, Dugu Ming’s projection descended.

At this moment, Dugu Ming looked at Zhang Yu without a trace of the jealousy or fear he once had.

In Dugu Ming’s view, although Zhang Yu was favored by the Immortal Emperor, destined to become the Immortal Emperor’s Ten Thousand Laws Divine Sword and sweep through sects for him in the future,

all of this was exchanged at the cost of Zhang Yu sacrificing his path to Ascension to Immortality.

Therefore, Dugu Ming’s thoughts had shifted from "this boy is like me and will compete for the Immortal Emperor’s attention" to "Zhang Yu is merely a temporary tool for the Immortal Emperor; I am the one who will ascend and become the Immortal Emperor’s right hand."

Dugu Ming said kindly, "Can you still use the ability of the high-risk Dao Seed [Yiqi Tun Huanyu]?"

Zhang Yu’s eyes narrowed, knowing that those above would eventually question him about this matter.

Zhang Yu nodded and asked, "I can indeed use this ability, but what is a high-risk Dao Seed?"

Upon hearing that Zhang Yu didn’t know what a high-risk Dao Seed was, a hint of surprise flashed through Dugu Ming’s eyes, yet he explained, "A Dao Seed is a derivative of a Taoist Inheritance, born within a cultivator according to some unknown law."

"A high-risk Dao Seed is specifically selected during the collection of Dao Seed information and recorded on the high-risk list."

"These Dao Seeds, listed as high-risk, may not possess extremely strong abilities, but as derivatives of Taoist Inheritances, they have effects akin to heavenly principles, often extremely dangerous, posing threats to Immortal property and Kunxu security, thus requiring strict regulation."

As the Hall Master of Heaven Observation Hall, Dugu Ming knew that the monitoring of high-risk Dao Seeds had always been under the hall’s jurisdiction.

Explaining the origin of high-risk Dao Seeds came naturally to him.

Dugu Ming: "According to the public information from various sects, there are a total of 19 registered high-risk Dao Seeds, each one strictly controlled by different sects."

Hearing this, Zhang Yu was slightly surprised, "For a dangerous Dao Seed like [Yiqi Tun Huanyu], there are actually as many as 19?"

Dugu Ming smiled faintly, saying, "On the surface, there are 19, but in fact, each sect possibly hides some in the shadows, Dao Seeds not registered, yet capable of threatening Kunxu’s safety."

Zhang Yu couldn’t help but ask, "You’ve been saying 19 kinds, does this mean... a Dao Seed is a type? That each Dao Seed isn’t solely owned or controlled by one person?"

Dugu Ming nodded, a trace of helplessness flashing in his eyes, saying, "Originally, each Dao Seed should be unique, not a type."

"But... like you and Tai Yue Bai, didn’t you turn [Yiqi Tun Huanyu] into three?"

Upon hearing this, a thoughtful look crossed Zhang Yu’s eyes.

Dugu Ming continued, "Due to the relationships between various Taoist Inheritances, each Dao Seed under a Taoist Inheritance can appear in multiple forms, which is the interaction between Taoist Inheritances."

Zhang Yu thought to himself, "So... is the ’Book’ also sourced from a certain Taoist Inheritance? Could it be that my talent and aptitude are also because of a Taoist Inheritance?"

At this moment, Zhang Yu once again felt the immense, unpredictable power of Taoist Inheritances, and how fragile the world was under their influence.

Dugu Ming sighed, "Taoist Inheritances are like this. The creators of Dao Seed Inheritances designed them to grant more people higher Immortal Path talents, governance authority, and to further promote the development of Immortal Dao Technology."

"But after overlapping with other Taoist Inheritances, powers capable of overturning the world appeared in the hands of some lower cultivators, almost causing another collapse of Kunxu."

Looking heavenward, Dugu Ming expressed admiration, "Luckily, the Immortal Emperor, as a leader, established a high-risk Dao Seed monitoring network, bridged intelligence networks between sects, and thus controlled the threat of high-risk Dao Seeds, avoiding the world’s collapse."

"It is because of an existence like the Immortal Emperor supporting Kunxu that the world’s beings can survive to this day."

"Therefore, I have always admired the Immortal Emperor."

Zhang Yu thought, "Isn’t that because high-risk Dao Seeds threaten the Immortal Emperor’s assets? Ultimately... this Taoist Inheritance is too dangerous."

Zhan Xian agreed, "Especially as the era progresses, with the increasing number of Taoist Inheritances, each new one potentially interacts with those established in the past, triggering unpredictable Immortal Path disasters."

Wild Bull also chimed in, "We must change this situation soon."

While thoughts were exchanging in Zhang Yu’s mind, he looked at Dugu Ming and asked, "Does any Immortal currently control this Dao Seed Inheritance?"

Dugu Ming shook his head, saying, "As far as I know, the Dao Seed Inheritance has never been fully controlled by one person but is scattered among several sects."

"Alright, let’s not talk about this today."

Dugu Ming stared at Zhang Yu, saying, "Since you possess the power of the high-risk Dao Seed [Yiqi Tun Huanyu], you will now also be monitored; without approval from above, you cannot use this Dao Seed’s power recklessly."

"I’ve come today to have you registered on the Law Realm’s monitoring list..."

Dugu Ming’s fingertip slightly pointed, as an invisible force circled Zhang Yu and finally dissipated silently.

"Additionally, you have been added to the Heavenly Court’s high-risk list. No matter where you are, if you use [Yiqi Tun Huanyu], you will need to apply in advance. Otherwise, if unexplained or non-compliant energy growth with Immortal Dao Laws occurs around you, you will be investigated."