If I become a saint, a celestial official will summon me to raise horses.

Chapter 745 The Emperor's Destiny
This world-renowned demon emperor was the little black dog that Gu An saved a million years ago. He was upright and honest, never bullied the weak or harmed humans, so he had an excellent reputation. Not only did the demon race respect him, but many human cultivators also admired him. Therefore, the nine major sects dared not take action lightly and had to have a legitimate reason for doing so.

All nine religions in the world adhere to the righteous path. The righteous path must act with a reason, especially when it comes to things like war and killing.

Listening to his disciples' discussions, Gu An could already foresee the Demon Emperor's fate. In a few years, he would be suppressed by the nine major sects and sealed under a mountain, scattering the demon forces under his command. However, this would also sow the seeds for a great war between the demon and human races in the Heavenly Spirit World.

For a long time afterward, the demon race produced many outstanding talents who tried one after another to save the demon emperor, leaving behind many popular legends that were widely circulated even among humans.

Although the Demon Emperor's future fate will be bitter, it has nothing to do with Gu An.

A single meeting was not enough for Gu An to consider him one of his own. If he were to take action against him again, it would be unfair to the people of the world.

Gu An allows himself to have selfish desires, but he cannot abuse them.

In fact, when he travels, he will take action against people or things he doesn't like. He is not the kind of enlightened master who doesn't care about things that don't concern him. As long as it doesn't affect the fortune of a place, he will help those suffering people and demons.

Gu An continued forward without disturbing the disciples.

After climbing the mountain, he returned to his courtyard, where Anxin was unusually present, discussing the Great Dao of Cause and Effect with Shen Zhen.

Upon seeing Gu An return, An Xin immediately went to greet him and asked, "Master, if the fourth-generation disciples wish to go out for training, shall we allow them to?"

The earliest fourth-generation disciples had cultivated in the Wushi Dojo for millions of years and had already reached the Free Immortal Realm, but without Gu An's order, the disciples dared not go out, or even step into the Myriad Realms Gate.

Although they can travel to the Nine Spirits Continent and the Nine Spirits Continent enjoys the blessings of the Daoist temple, there is actually a big difference between the two. Wushi is a sacred place suspended in the sky above the Nine Spirits Continent. Many families want to send their offspring there, but they have to consider their talent and good fortune.

When Gu An allows his fourth-generation disciples to take on more apprentices, it will surely cause a stir on the continent.

"They can go out, but they are not allowed to enter the Gate of Myriad Realms. They must return within ten thousand years after going out to train. If they have started a family or have not returned by the deadline, they will not be allowed to return. In addition, if they commit many evils, Wushi will clean up the sect regardless of whether they return or not."

Gu An casually replied that every choice has its gains and losses. The disciples of Wushi have already enjoyed treatment that ordinary people cannot attain, so they cannot want this and that.

He did this to give Wushi's disciples, who had already returned to secular life, a chance.

Having gone out to experience ten thousand years of trials and tribulations, and having seen the world's vicissitudes, the ability to return would surely strengthen one's resolve to pursue the Dao.

After listening attentively, Anxin nodded slightly.

“Master, I’m actually thinking about whether we should guide our disciples to create their own worlds, so they won’t have to go out and can experience the mortal realm in their own worlds,” An Xin asked hesitantly.

While the Immortal of Freedom is not enough to create a true world, it can at least serve as a goal.

Gu An replied, "There's no need to guide them. They don't need hope. Cultivating immortality is a process of self-exploration. They are responsible for their own choices. Don't get involved in the karma."

Anxin felt that this made sense, so she had no choice but to give up.

She had no further questions. After bowing to Gu An, she continued her discussion with Shen Zhen.

Gu An didn't disturb them, nor was he interested in listening. He went back to his room to read. During his trip to the human world, he had acquired several very attractive books, which he planned to savor all night.

……

In the dazzling starry sky, floating islands dot the colorful glow of the sunset, their aura manifesting as dragons, churning endlessly—this is the ethereal celestial court.

Wearing a white robe with gold patterns, Tianhao stood on the roof, looking down at the magnificent scenery of the ethereal Immortal Court. His brows were slightly furrowed and his eyes were filled with complex emotions.

Millions of years have passed, and Tianhao's aura has grown even stronger. Strands of energy swirled around him, revealing the undisguised brilliance of a chosen one of heaven. "Who exactly am I...?"

Tianhao murmured to himself. He had remembered his past life. Anhao's entire life was in his mind, which made him even more grateful to Gu An.

Now that he is far from the Heavenly Spirit World and has a mission to fulfill, he cannot go back to repay his debt of gratitude, so he is thinking more about himself now.

He had realized that An Hao was only one of his identities in this life, and that he had a greater past life of karma hidden within him. At the same time, he possessed a terrifying power that was deeply concealed.

He looked up, his gaze seemingly piercing through the top of the universe.

A figure appeared beside him. It was an old man in a yellow robe, with white hair and a tall and straight figure. Standing next to him, his aura was no less imposing.

"Master, I think I have found my destiny."

Tianhao said softly, his gaze remaining fixed on the sky.

The old man in the yellow robe stroked his beard and smiled, "Your destiny is for you to find, but many things are not enough to just think about; you have to see for yourself."

Tianhao glanced at him and asked, "Can I go to the Heavenly Court now?"

"If you are truly punished, I don't think you can escape the eyes of Heaven. What do you think?" the old man in the yellow robe asked with a smile.

Upon hearing this, Tianhao's eyes underwent a subtle change, and he was caught in an internal struggle.

"The struggle for the throne is about to begin. Although the Misty Immortal Court is not within the Three Thousand Great Worlds, it will inevitably be affected. It is time for you to leave. When the emperors meet, your destiny will be revealed. At that time, you will forcibly return to your origin and erase your current will."

The old man in the yellow robe continued, speaking casually as if he were discussing a trivial matter.

Tianhao remained silent for a moment, took a deep breath, turned to look at the old man in the yellow robe, and said, "Master, if I regain my identity as the emperor and am no longer myself, and no longer remember the old kindness, wouldn't I be letting you down?"

The old man in the yellow robe shook his head and chuckled, saying in an annoyed tone, "I have more than one disciple, and it is my great honor to be the emperor's master."

Hearing this, for some reason, Tianhao felt a little disappointed.

He thought of Gu An.

That master would certainly not say such a thing, at least not in a way that would tarnish his image.

But he could understand his master's thoughts. The entire Misty Immortal Court considered it an honor to pursue a Heavenly Immortal position, and since he was the Emperor, he would naturally praise him.

Perhaps it really is time to leave.

Ever since the news of Tianhao's identity as the emperor spread, he could clearly feel the overly enthusiastic attitude of the people around him, which made him feel unreal and want to escape.

"In that case, I will go to the Heavenly Court to face my true destiny."

Tianhao looked at the old man in the yellow robe and said firmly.

He also wanted to know which emperor he was and what his past was like.

(End of this chapter)