Chapter 282: Chapter 177: You Have All Overlooked the Power of the Association (2)

The only thing that remained concealed was the wonder of the Gray Mist Space, and the actual power of the Association now.

As for these two points, they were merely concealed, not deceitful.

It cannot be said to be insincere.

It was purely guided by benefits.

And at this moment, it was also shared by the Taihe Earth Immortal.

Everyone was pleasantly surprised; surprised that this treaty was truly so powerful? The Star River Immortal Sect seemed completely convinced, even allowing the other party to freely view the Scripture Pavilion within the sect.

And pleased because such openness indeed suggests that this person is likely here to save all beings, even if there is some conspiracy, it does not prevent them from solving their urgent worries for now.

To say nothing else, if there is no way to break through, the internal structures of many Righteous Sects, and even the Cosmic Headquarters, may end up split sooner or later.

Even now, it does not mean there won’t be Earth Immortals or True Masters who believe the changes in the Heavenly Dao are irreversible and turn to the Demon Dao.

As soon as this thought emerged, everyone suddenly became a bit vigilant.

“Friend Taihe, this matter is indeed immensely important.” The one who spoke was an Earth Immortal Elder from the Ji Family, with a solemn expression, “The struggle between righteousness and evil may not be intense in our Yellow One World, but everyone knows that outside the cosmos, the Demon Dao is rampant. After the changes in the Heavenly Dao, it’s even more so. If this matter is discovered by the demon paths of the cosmos… our Yellow One World will face a great catastrophe.”

That’s right, in this cosmos, there are countless planets.

Although the Demon Dao is generally weak, not every planet is as weak as the original Demon Dao of Yellow One World.

After all, it is an Extraordinary World.

Even among Demon Cultivators, there will be a few exceptional individuals.

In the cosmos, there are even worlds completely governed by Demon Cultivators, always being suppressed and battled.

Before, they could be easily subdued and were not a threat, but now…

In short, the news of Cultivator Shen Yu’s existence must not easily spread among the Demon Cultivators, at least not until the Righteous True Immortals and even more powerful Great Powers arrive, preventing the Demon Cultivators’ Great Powers from coming first.

“Among us, there may be those who have taken refuge with the Demon Cultivators.” The Ji Family Earth Immortal chuckled, casting a sharp glance over everyone present, “Don’t deny it. All of us here are Earth Immortals, and we can vaguely sense the changes in the Heavenly Dao. Cultivators go with the flow of the heavens. If the Heavenly Dao turns demonic, eventually, we cultivators will only have the path of demonic transformation—to go with the heavens or to defy them and perish. Don’t say you haven’t considered siding with the Demon Dao.”

This statement directly touched some people’s hearts.

Making some people feel awkward inside.

But everyone’s expressions did not show any change.

After cultivating to this level, how could one display joy or anger outwardly?

Moreover, they also admitted that what the Ji Family Earth Immortal said indeed made sense.

“What Senior Ji Family said is quite true, but that was before.” The Xuanxu Saintess suddenly spoke, “Now that we are aware of the Association’s existence, the changes in the Heavenly Dao, and even the tribulation brought by the Demon Cultivators are no longer impossible to oppose. Even if some have strayed, they should now correct the chaos and return to the right path.”

“Not so.” The Ji Family Earth Immortal shook his head, his smile somewhat ambiguous, “The Xuanxu Saintess has resided in the Holy Land for so long, her heart is still somewhat too simple. As the Saintess thinks, why is it so difficult to eradicate the Demon Cultivators?”

The Xuanxu Saintess responded naturally with the recognized reply of the Immortal Cultivation Realm.

“Because it is the demon in the human heart.”

“Exactly.” The Ji Family Earth Immortal nodded slightly, “The human heart has demons and saints; everyone is like this. My Holy Dao thrives because of one point—the Holy Dao benefits the majority.”

Everyone nodded slightly in agreement.

Indeed, this is also recognized by cultivators.

These cultivators have lived through long ages, and in such a long time, they have not only been practicing or indulging in pleasure.

Philosophy, science, and many other things are within the scope of their thinking.

The reason the path of science has not prospered is that the human heart tends towards selfishness.

This point has been mentioned by cultivators long before.

They referred to technology as Observing Things, accomplishing many profound matters relying not on Techniques or Spiritual Energy, but purely on the most basic Heavenly Dao Rules.

However, these matters benefit the power of the cultivators themselves.

In other words, some cultivators recognized the existence of technology but failed to grasp its potential and instead placed more emphasis on the Extraordinary Power which was easier for them to obtain.

Under such circumstances, the simple development of material technology only reached a basic level and then came to a halt.

However, other areas have continued to develop.

Including philosophy and sociology.

So, the people present now gradually understood the meaning of the Ji Family Earth Immortal.

“Indeed so.” The Xuanxu Saintess slightly furrowed her brow, “Now the path of Demon Cultivation is easier compared to the righteous path. Many people may find no advancement in the righteous path, but the path of Demon Cultivation is smooth sailing. If the changes in the Heavenly Dao grow more intense… the self-interest of the human heart, even knowing the righteous path has methods of breakthrough, might not willingly continue on the righteous path.”

This is not hard to imagine.

After all, the apocalypse of this world, even from the current perspective, is not merely a severance of the righteous path.

It is the great rise of the Demon Cultivators!

Previously it was simply a matter of time, and many were constrained by moral bounds in their hearts. However, those whose morals were average all along, who previously chose the righteous path merely because it was powerful and the Demon Dao posed higher risks, might now have already turned to the Demon Dao.

In this way, the expressions of everyone became gradually more serious.

Looking at some people around, a sense of vigilance grew.

This is no longer a simple struggle of interests, but a moral contest.

The sudden appearance of the Doomsday Civilization Mutual Aid Association’s member would disrupt those who were solely intent on relying on the Demon Dao for greater power and a higher Dao Fruit. They would certainly strive to destroy this.

No one knows if that once amicable elder might have always harbored the Demon Dao in their heart.

“Everyone need not be this way.”

At this moment, the Taihe Earth Immortal spoke out, a smile on his face.

“Just now, what the Friend from the Ji Family said indeed held some truth, but overlooked one point.”

“What point?”

Everyone looked towards the Taihe Earth Immortal.

“You neglected the power of the Association.” The Taihe Earth Immortal did not keep them guessing, smiling directly, “Even if, as the Friend from the Ji Family said, the Heavenly Dao changes, leaning towards the Demon Dao, and the method of Demon Cultivation is about to flourish, have you thought of how the power of the Heavenly Dao of our mere world compares to the endless heavens, to the Association that spans the infinite heavens?”

Everyone suddenly understood the intention of the Taihe Earth Immortal.

They looked at each other, but their hearts were filled with significant joy.

Regarding the existence of the All Heavens End-of-the-World Civilization Mutual Aid Association, although they have formed an understanding, they still find it difficult to ascertain just how powerful it truly is.

After all, according to what the Taihe Earth Immortal previously said, the one who came to their world is merely a member of the Association.

But now reminded, just thinking about it, they understand how powerful this force unbound by a single world, impacting infinite heavens, can be.

After all, each of them is confined under one Heavenly Dao, with every action and path of cultivation affected by a single Heavenly Dao.

But the Association is not so!

“Could it be that, Senior Taihe, you mean we, the people of the righteous path, can get greater benefits from the Association?” The Xuanxu Saintess’s beautiful eyes rested on Taihe Earth Immortal, even more meticulously emphasizing, “Not merely able to continue breakthroughs, but surpassing the benefits of following the Heavenly Dao in cultivation?”

“Exactly so.”

The Taihe Earth Immortal nodded with a smile.

This point was not explained by Cultivator Shen Yu.

However, the Taihe Earth Immortal himself understood.

Shen Yu’s aim is to consolidate the power of the Human Dao, which is the strength of the Orthodoxy.

In this situation, he understood clearly.

The goal of Cultivator Shen Yu is to integrate through the Doomsday Civilization Mutual Aid Association to grow the power of the Association.

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