At this moment, a new doubt arose in Chu Huaixu’s heart.

“So, apart from Xiaoxu, what role do the other three world protagonists play?” he thought.

Since they are all world protagonists, it is certain that Xu Ziqing alone would not be expected to carry everything.

Chu Huaixu personally speculated that the roles of the other three world protagonists should become evident in the mid-to-late stages.

More importantly, his thoughts aligned with those of the Daoist Sect’s high-ranking members.

“Relying purely on the evil qi of the Evil Sword to devour primordial spirits is no different than drinking poison to quench thirst.”

“This will only make the Evil Sword increasingly powerful and the evil qi more intense.”

“Who knows whether the true final boss in the later stage is the Kunlun Cave Heaven, or… this Evil Sword!”

“Humph! Don’t give it a chance to devour the primordial spirit!”

—— Killing, killing, killing!

The Heart Sword was in harmony with his intentions, and in dealing with the Bronze Sword, both man and sword were particularly eager, with the Heart Sword quickly becoming filled with battle spirit.

In a sense, world protagonists like Xu Ziqing and Han Shuangjiang were indeed countermeasures left by the Dao Ancestor on the chessboard.

“And I am indeed, as Jiang Zhi said, a variable!” he thought.

He was an accident outside the chessboard.

To the Profound Yellow Realm, he was the greatest variable.

To the Kunlun Cave Heaven, it was the same.

This chess piece of his might overturn the heavens and earth!

But knowing Chu Huaixu’s character, perhaps he would not be content with just being a piece on the board.

Even if it were a decisive piece, even if he were akin to a divine hand on the board.

…

…

In the hall, everyone saw Chu Huaixu fall into contemplation again, thinking it better not to put too much pressure on him.

Even the normally stern-looking Law Enforcement Elder Lu Pan, who even had a somewhat scowling face, spoke gently at this moment:

“Your encounter with a Qi Refining Stage possession for reincarnation is just our speculation, considered a worst-case scenario.”

“But your Heart Sword is special, so the impact on the primordial spirit level is rather minor for you.”

“The main focus is on these old monsters who have lived for unknown ages and may have many methods.”

“Just be cautious in this aspect.”

“At that time, we will also make some preparations for you.”

Upon hearing this, Chu Huaixu knew there were benefits to be gained and immediately said, “Disciple thanks the Sect Leader, Junior Martial Uncle, and all the Elders.”

Afterward, he voiced his confusion: “So, the primordial spirit I killed on the altar came from the Kunlun Cave Heaven and then passed through the Origin Spirit Realm to our Profound Yellow Realm?”

Jiang Zhi nodded and replied, “Most of these primordial spirits wandering in the Profound Yellow Realm flowed out from the fourth or fifth floor of the Origin Spirit Realm.”

“Initially, after killing those cultivators, people didn’t know there were primordial spirits present, and they either secretly possessed others or used other methods to follow from within the Origin Spirit Realm, then barely survived in the Profound Yellow Realm.”

“If a primordial spirit does not perform a possession, it will quickly weaken, eventually leaving only a wisp of a soul seed.”

“Moreover, the cultivation system of Kunlun Cave Heaven is different from ours, requiring a certain thing called a Spirit Root for cultivation.”

“If the primordial spirit is too strong, during possession, it uses someone with a superior spirit root as a host.”

“Similarly, when they come to our side, they also need an Upper Grade Spiritual Embryo to bear this power.”

“However, due to the difference in cultivation systems, even a body with an Upper Grade Spiritual Embryo won’t last long for them.”

Chu Huaixu thought, “Damn, they sure adapt quickly!”

No wonder, no wonder the primordial spirit inside the altar started complaining as soon as it entered my body.

“At first, I thought it was astonished that I could achieve the position of Profound Yellow Leader with a Middle Grade Spiritual Embryo, and thought I was showing off.”

“Unexpectedly, that bastard was actually disdainful of my inferior qualifications!”

Jiang Zhi looked at Chu Huaixu, pointed to the golden alms bowl on the table, and said:

“Originally, I intended for you to bring this golden alms bowl with you into the Origin Spirit Realm. If you can’t resolve the primordial spirit, you can at least attempt to seal it with this.”

“But now it seems unnecessary.”

Chu Huaixu heard this and glanced at the golden alms bowl.

—— Upper Grade Spiritual Artifact, I want it!

Moreover, this thing was inscribed with numerous arrays and restrictions. The gibberish holy water inside also seemed to be a supreme Heavenly and Earthly Treasure.

Combined, it almost reaches the level of a Super Grade Spiritual Artifact and is an unparalleled treasure!

So, he immediately said, “Junior Martial Uncle, why not let me bring it? What if I can capture them alive?”

In the past, they couldn’t kill it and could not completely eliminate future troubles, so sealing it was a last resort.

Now, they could kill it at any time, so why not capture one for fun?

Jiang Zhi looked at him and suddenly smiled.

“You kid just want this golden alms bowl, don’t you?”

This was the most goodwill he had shown Chu Huaixu in their many meetings.

The dead fox observed his expression and immediately made a judgment, directly laughing awkwardly and said: “Ahem, indeed.”

“Then I won’t just lend it to you; I’ll give it to you directly.” Jiang Zhi waved his hand, and the golden alms bowl floated to Chu Huaixu’s front.

“You’ve killed that primordial spirit, avenging my older martial brother and sister, so consider this a gift in gratitude.”

—— To avoid making it seem like I still owe you, kid.

Chu Huaixu happily put the golden alms bowl into his Storage Token immediately.

Since it was a gift, he felt no burden.

He just worried that Jiang Zhi, this pressure freak, would inexplicably pile pressure on him again, which would be annoying to listen to later.

Everyone kept chatting like this in the great hall, and Chu Huaixu finally understood the fundamental connection between the Origin Spirit Realm and the Heavenly Earth Calamity.

As for the Kunlun Cave Heaven over there, it’s actually regarded as an invasion by the Outer Heaven Demons.

They somehow managed to open a passage leading to the Origin Spirit Realm, with the goal of obtaining the Profound Yellow Origin Fragments.

However, the entrances to each level of the Origin Spirit Realm are extremely special.

For instance, the entrance to the first level only allows one person to enter, and there are Realm restrictions.

Kunlun Cave Heaven, on their side, also managed to send a Qi Refining Stage cultivator in, but the number is likewise limited to just one person.

If they truly manage to collect enough Origin Fragments, they might invade the Profound Yellow Realm on a large scale.

And this, is what is known as the Heavenly Earth Calamity.

Jiang Zhi looked at Chu Huaixu and suddenly asked him a question.

“Chu Huaixu, what do you think is the root of everything?”

This was a question to see through the phenomena to the essence.

However, this thing is subjective; everyone has their own view, and he could only share his personal opinion.

After pondering for a moment, Chu Huaixu said, “As a disciple, I personally believe that the root of everything lies in two words—immortality!”

Upon hearing this, Jiang Zhi’s eyes immediately brightened, and he exclaimed three times: “Good! Good! Good!”

Your view is exactly the same as my fifth senior brother’s!

“According to my fifth senior brother, all the issues arise because of these so-called immortals!”

“It is said that over at Kunlun Cave Heaven, once cultivation reaches the Divinity Transformation Stage, the Primordial Spirit truly becomes immortal, and among those cultivators, none can completely eradicate the Primordial Spirit of the Divinity Transformation Stage!”

“Moreover, they can even perform possession, which, in some sense, means that the Divinity Transformation Stage cultivators at Kunlun Cave Heaven are almost equivalent to embodying heaven and earth, achieving longevity with the world!”

“But what if more and more Divinity Transformation stage cultivators attain their Fruit Positions?”

“Can this world withstand such pressure and support so many Divinity Transformation Stage cultivators?”

“Furthermore, there are so many Nascent Soul Stage, Golden Core Stage cultivators below them…”

“It is said that once one enters the Golden Core Stage, one’s lifespan increases by at least several hundred years, if not longer!”

“More importantly, their plundering of heaven and earth is almost endless.”

“In my fifth senior brother’s view, what is more significant is that the humanity of the immortals gradually changes and even dissipates.”

“Once you enter the cultivation realm, the divide between immortals and mortals is clear.”

“Even the most ordinary Qi Refining Stage cultivator has a much longer lifespan than a mortal.”

“And at higher realms, their perspective towards mortals completely changes.”

“Mortals are usually merely transient visitors in their eyes.”

“Immortal nature increases, while human nature decreases.”

“Moreover, the allure of immortality is so tremendous; in its face, how many can resist, and how many would stop at nothing to achieve it!”

“As one’s cultivation level rises, they become a powerful figure in the mortal world, living above others; in such a situation, who wouldn’t want to live longer?”

“My fifth senior brother once said, this would breed endless greed!”

“They become endlessly selfish and self-centered!”

Upon hearing this, Chu Huaixu found it quite reasonable, matching his own thoughts.

So, he kept nodding as he listened.

There’s a saying—some things are above life.

If life isn’t long enough, such things and concerns become more numerous.

But what if you could live for hundreds, thousands, or even ten thousand years!

That changes everything!

Of course, Dead Fox is sensitive by nature, and he quickly sensed that Jiang Zhi’s feelings towards this fifth senior brother were different.

“When he talks about his fifth senior brother, he looks a bit like when Xiaoxu talks about me…” he muttered in his heart.

Jiang Zhi, still full of eloquent speech, continued.

“The cultivation system over in Kunlun Cave Heaven will inevitably usher in the End of the Dharma Era sooner or later.”

“However, it’s different for our Profound Yellow Realm; our cultivation is almost unrelated to lifespan.”

“Of course, this allows our cultivation speed to be much faster than theirs; it is said that even reaching the Golden Core Stage within a hundred years is considered the genius of all geniuses over there.”

“Some cultivators go into seclusion for decades, or even a hundred years.”

“Therefore, my fifth senior brother believes that the root of all problems lies in immortality, in those immortals who attain their Fruit Positions and become immortal.”

“An old person who doesn’t die is a thief!” he exclaimed loudly.

Chu Huaixu didn’t expect this phrase to be used in such a context…

But it seemed to be literal.

Jiang Zhi looked at him, suddenly a thought crossed his mind, and he decided to say something more.

He said, “Back then, when my senior brothers and sisters were about to enter the fifth floor of the Origin Spirit Realm, knowing it was dangerous, they talked all night by candlelight.”

“I once asked my fifth senior brother, Zhong Ming, if he was afraid.”

“Fifth senior brother said: Afraid, of course afraid, who isn’t afraid of death?”

“But my fifth senior brother immediately told me: But we are different from those cultivators of Kunlun Cave Heaven.”

“We have ties, attachments, expectations for the future, treasured things, and valued legacies…too many, too many.”

“So, what my fifth senior brother finally told me was…”

Jiang Zhi looked into Chu Huaixu’s eyes, paused for a moment, then said word by word:

“Life is but a brief hundred years, when it’s time to die, die!”

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