In a simulated life scenario, how do you defy fate and change your destiny every time?

Inside Taishang Peak.

A burst of teleportation light appeared.

Lu Yuan and Li Shouzhuo were enveloped in white light and disappeared from their spot in an instant.

He only felt the scenery before him change, and the next moment he appeared in another unfamiliar palace.

This palace is solemn and majestic, and every brick and tile has been weathered by time, giving it an exceptionally weighty feel.

At the very center of the palace stands a bronze statue of a man.

The man had deep-set eyes, wore a black Taoist robe, and was tall and imposing.

He carried a yellow gourd in one hand and a scroll of scriptures in the other.

Even a mere statue exudes a sense of majesty, inspiring awe and reverence.

"Senior, is this the founding patriarch of the Qingyun Sect?"

Upon seeing the bronze statue, Lu Yuan immediately guessed its identity.

"That's right, my Qingyun Sect has existed for 835 years since its founding."

"Over the past few hundred years, thanks to these two treasures left by our ancestor, my Qingyun Sect has been able to overcome difficulties time and time again."

As Li Shouzhou spoke, he clasped his hands in a fist and bowed deeply, solemnly paying his respects to the bronze statue.

Then he stretched out his hand.

The scriptures and the yellow gourd in the bronze statue's hands immediately transformed into two streaks of light that flew through the air and hovered quietly in front of him.

"This sword-nurturing gourd and this Myriad Talismans Scripture are two treasures left behind by our ancestor."

"Our Qingyun Sect's founding ancestor was also a powerful figure in the late stage of the Heavenly Fate Realm, possessing remarkable attainments in both swordsmanship and talismanic arts."

"And this sword-nurturing gourd is a natal magic weapon that our ancestor crafted using innate spiritual materials."

"This item can not only automatically refine flying swords, but also collect other people's weapons for its own use."

"If we encounter a powerful enemy, with just a little activation, we can unleash ten thousand swords at once, killing the enemy from a thousand miles away, possessing terrifying power that can destroy the world."

"Back then, our patriarch relied on this treasure to fight against a half-step Void Dao expert without being at a disadvantage!"

Li Shouzhou's eyes showed a hint of reminiscence as he explained in detail to Lu Yuan.

"As for this book, the 'Ten Thousand Talismans Scripture,' it is also the ancestral master's life's work. The origin of this scripture is mysterious; it is only known that it came from some ancient ruins."

"After being improved and perfected by the patriarch, it contains the methods of drawing and using tens of thousands of talismans."

"For example, the divine-suppressing talisman that I used against the Great Li Ancestor was drawn by the ancestor himself."

"It can be said that this 'Ten Thousand Talismans Scripture' is an unparalleled treasure that all talisman cultivators dream of."

Li Shouzhou spoke frankly and without any concealment.

Theoretically speaking.

This is a core secret of the Qingyun Sect, known only to past sect leaders or the chief elder.

However, Lu Yuan is exceptionally talented and has already reached the Heavenly Fate Realm at a young age. With his aptitude and potential, it is only a matter of time before he surpasses the founder of the Qingyun Sect.

Therefore, instead of clinging to its own limited resources, the Qingyun Sect should take this opportunity to invest in Lu Yuan.

"Sword-nurturing gourd?"

Lu Yuan's expression shifted slightly.

Having gone through many reincarnations, he was naturally familiar with flying swords.

Looking across the entire cultivation world, sword cultivators are the most destructive group.

Their natal flying swords are extremely sharp, and almost no cultivator of the same level dares to confront them head-on.

However, the natal flying sword is extremely difficult to forge, requiring the sword cultivator to nurture and refine it day and night with their own spiritual power.

Then, through years of refinement...

Only by completely integrating one's spirit and will with the flying sword can one wield it with perfect ease and achieve victory in every endeavor.

However, while the natal flying sword is powerful, the refining process requires a lot of time and resources, which will inevitably cause the cultivation progress to fall behind.

Therefore, although sword cultivators possess astonishing destructive power, their cultivation speed often lags behind that of other geniuses of the same level.

However, if you have this sword-nurturing gourd, you can automatically nurture your natal flying sword.

Most importantly, as Li Shouzhou said.

This sword-nurturing gourd was crafted using a certain innate spiritual object and possesses numerous traces of laws and principles.

If one were to suddenly activate this treasure when someone is off guard, one could even forcibly seize another's magical treasure for one's own use.

This function is so overpowered that, in some ways, it is even more powerful than many sacred artifacts!

"Fellow Daoist, your successful entry into the Heavenly Fate Realm is a great honor for our Qingyun Sect. Consider these two treasures as my congratulatory gift to you!"

Li Shouzhou gently stroked the yellow gourd, then handed it to Lu Yuan.

"Thank you, senior. Then this disciple will not stand on ceremony."

Lu Yuan didn't hesitate and accepted both the sword-nurturing gourd and the "Ten Thousand Talismans Scripture" directly.

Although he already possessed several top-tier magical treasures, no one would complain about having too many trump cards.

Moreover, the Void Dao Saint Master of the Divine Fire Sect is about to descend. Every additional trump card he has increases his chances of winning!
Seeing Lu Yuan accept the two treasures, Li Shouzhou breathed a sigh of relief.

Then, as if he had thought of something, he spoke again.

"The powerful figures of the Divine Fire Sect are about to arrive in Dali. I have already instructed Qingxuan to secretly send some disciples with good aptitude to other regions."

"Lu Yuan, you have exceptional talent. Why don't you go to the outer regions with them to avoid trouble?"

Li Shouzhuo said in a heavy tone.

Although a powerful being with a destiny can dominate a region, in front of the Void Dao Saint Lord, they are no different from an ant.

The Great Ancestor of Dali was a pawn of the Divine Fire Sect, yet the Qingyun Sect dared to kill him in public. This act was undoubtedly a provocation against the authority of the Divine Fire Sect, and they would certainly not let it go.

Therefore, upon learning of this, Li Shouzhou had already prepared for the worst.

"Senior need not worry. The Void Dao Saint Lord is indeed powerful, but he is not invincible. Leave this matter to me."

Lu Yuan said calmly, not intimidated by the Void Dao expert from the Divine Fire Sect.

He now possesses the cultivation of the Heavenly Fate Realm, and wields the Void Dao Sacred Artifact and numerous top-grade magic treasures. He can even fight against the Void Dao Saint Lord!
Moreover, judging from Sun Xiao's memories...

This region of the Great Li Dynasty was once a place where dragons perished in ancient times, and an immortal divine medicine is hidden here.

This medicine can defy fate and recreate one's innate potential.

How could Lu Yuan possibly give up this opportunity for nothing?
"Do you have a way to deal with the Void Dao Saint Master?"

Upon hearing this, Li Shouzhou's eyes lit up, and he couldn't help but ask.

Ever since he learned of the impending arrival of the Divine Fire Cult, he had been restless and worried sick about it.

The reason he handed over the sect's most treasured artifact to Lu Yuan was that he wanted to leave behind a legacy for the sect as much as possible.

Judging from Lu Yuan's relaxed and casual demeanor, he seems confident in dealing with the Divine Fire Sect.

"We can barely put up a fight against them."

Lu Yuan said modestly, not making any overly confident statements.

Because he has not fought anyone since he entered the Heavenly Fate Realm.

Even Lu Yuan himself didn't know the extent of his current combat power.

However, according to his calculations, as long as he doesn't encounter a veteran Void Dao Saint Master, he should be able to fight to a draw with the help of the Saint Artifact.

But to Li Shouzhou, these words were like a thunderclap, making his scalp tingle and causing him to gasp in shock.

With only early-stage Heavenly Mandate cultivation, how could he challenge the Void Dao Saint Lord?

If anyone else had said that, Li Shouzhou would have thought they were crazy.

After all, the Void Dao Saint Lord possessed extraordinary abilities, capable of altering so-called destiny with a single thought.

Even if ordinary powerful beings with destiny used all their methods, they might not be able to cause any harm to the Void Dao Saint Lord. In this situation...

For a powerful being to fight beyond their level is nothing short of a pipe dream.

However, considering Lu Yuan's extraordinary talent, Li Shouzhou felt that this was not impossible.

After all, for a peerless genius like Lu Yuan, who is born with great fortune, fighting against opponents of higher levels is as simple as eating and drinking.

It cannot be judged by common sense.

"Since you are confident in fighting against the Divine Fire Sect, then I am relieved."

A smile appeared on Li Shouzhou's face, as if a huge burden had been lifted.

Followed by.

He made hand seals and activated the teleportation array, bringing Lu Yuan back to the Qingyun Sect.

Lu Yuan, having unexpectedly acquired two treasures, wasted no time. After informing Li Shouzhou, he immediately returned to his cave.

Although the Sword Nurturing Gourd is powerful, it still contains the spiritual imprints of the Qingyun Sect's powerful figures from previous generations. It needs to be refined again before it can be used freely.

The "Ten Thousand Talismans Scripture" is extremely complex and profound, and Lu Yuan also needs to spend some time comprehending it.

Just as Lu Yuan was engrossed in refining the sword-nurturing gourd...

As soon as an imperial edict was issued from the capital, all sects and forces were plunged into fear.

Because it was according to that imperial edict.

The Void Dao expert of the Divine Fire Sect will arrive in the Great Li Imperial City in three days.

All sect leaders and family heads must go to the capital to receive the emperor immediately.

Those who disobey orders will bear the consequences themselves!

Upon receiving this imperial edict, the powerful figures of the Great Li Dynasty all looked troubled, unsure of what to do.

Because anyone with eyes can see it.

The Divine Fire Cult clearly wanted to take this opportunity to force everyone to choose sides.

If they go to the capital to welcome the emperor, it would be tantamount to submitting to the Divine Fire Cult and agreeing to become its vassals.

However, if they dare to disobey the imperial decree, then they will be enemies of the Divine Fire Sect and will surely be purged by the Divine Fire Sect soon!
"The Daoist Saint Lord possesses divine powers and magic. We are not even powerful beings destined by Heaven, so how can we possibly contend with an existence of this caliber?"

"No one can remain uninvolved in the struggle for orthodoxy; it seems we cannot escape this hurdle."

A powerful figure from the Great Li realm sighed helplessly, expressing his unwillingness to get involved in the struggles between the various Dao lineages.

But some people are ambitious and hold different views.

"Now is a time of great strife. If we submit to the Divine Fire Sect, we may well be able to rise to power!"

"Rise by taking advantage of the situation? Do you all think everyone is a genius with unparalleled talent?"

"With our limited strength, even if we join the Divine Fire Cult, we'll just be expendable resources used as vanguards!"

A veteran expert angrily rebuked.

However, they also understood that the Divine Fire Sect was the supreme lineage of the world, with influence spreading throughout all regions of the Holy Realm.

If they dare to disobey the orders of the Divine Fire Cult, they will be courting death.

Now that things have come to this, we can only take it one step at a time.

at the same time.

Han Qingxuan, as the sect leader of Qingyun Sect, also received an imperial edict.

However, the imperial edicts received by other factions were different.

This imperial edict, besides requiring all the high-ranking members of the Qingyun Sect to go to the capital to receive the emperor, also...

They were also required to kneel at the city gate for three days, sincerely repent for their sins, and submit to the cult's powerful figures for their disposal!
"Elder, the Great Li royal family has already delivered the imperial edict to our door. What should we do now?"

Upon seeing the contents of the imperial edict, Han Qingxuan's face turned extremely ugly, and he wished he could tear the edict to shreds.

When the Great Li Ancestor was killed by Lu Yuan, the Great Li King was so terrified that he didn't dare utter a single word.

Now, with the backing of a Void Dao expert from the Divine Fire Sect, and taking advantage of the sect's power, they ordered the Azure Cloud Sect to go to the imperial city to apologize, displaying the despicable nature of a villain.

"Temporarily dismiss all disciples and send them to various places in batches."

Li Shouzhou pondered for a moment and made preparations for both possibilities.

Although he believed that Lu Yuan would not joke about his life.

However, nothing is absolute, and we must plan ahead.

If Lu Yuan is truly no match for the Void Dao Saint Master, doing this will allow him to preserve as many seeds of power as possible for the sect.

"Elder, what about you?"

Han Qingxuan asked again.

“Lu Yuan is the hope of our Qingyun Sect. If he dies, then I have no reason to live.”

"Therefore, I will stay here and live and die with the sect."

Li Shouzhou spoke calmly, yet his voice held a resolute determination that suggested he was ready to die.

that's it.

Three days passed in a flash amidst everyone's anxious hearts.

The Great Li Imperial City.

It was early morning, but the once bustling and lively imperial city was unusually quiet today.

The wide, clean streets were devoid of vendors and ordinary people.

Only a group of heavily armed and grim-faced martial artists from the Great Li were lined up and cutting down enemies on the street.

There is a post at three steps and a sentry at ten steps.

Streets were cleared and roads were closed; martial law was imposed throughout the city.

The King of Dali led his civil and military officials, as well as powerful figures from various forces, out of the city to wait, as if to welcome a great figure!

Just at this time.

A high-pitched and clear phoenix cry suddenly came from afar.

"Elder Chishong and Young Master Wei Jun have arrived!"

At the very front of the group, an elderly man in a red robe suddenly perked up and hurriedly looked up into the distance.

Suddenly, vast expanses of crimson clouds and fiery sunset appeared in the clear, cloudless sky, as if the entire heavens had been set ablaze.

And at the edge of the sky.

A dazzling crimson streak suddenly streaked across the sky, hurtling in from afar like a meteorite.

But upon closer inspection, a shocking discovery will be made.

That streak of crimson light was none other than a blazing fire phoenix spreading its wings and soaring!

The fire phoenix was enormous, hundreds of feet long, and its feathers were like clusters of burning flames, its entire body was crimson red, without a single impurity.

Its pair of crimson phoenix eyes, like two blazing suns, exude an arrogance and indifference that looks down upon all living beings.

Its body is long and agile, and with each flap of its wings it can stir up storms, causing the surrounding clouds to scatter and form magnificent cloud waves.

However, on the back of that fire phoenix, several figures stood with their hands behind their backs, looking indifferently at the red-robed old man and the others.

The old man in the black robe who was the leader of them, although he looked unremarkable, had an aura as majestic as a prison, so terrifying that words could not describe it.

The king of Dali and the others only glanced at the old man before their minds went blank.

Their bodies trembled violently, feeling a tremor that came from the depths of their souls, as if they were mere ants beholding a supreme deity.

One by one, they couldn't help but prostrate themselves on the ground, worshipping him, hoping to beg for his mercy and forgiveness! (End of Chapter)