If you don't give up, I'd like to be your adoptive father.

Chapter 1489 The Ambition of Fengchan

Grand Master Xuandu's expression changed slightly. He began to calculate again and asked in confusion, "According to my observation, reconstructing the earth's veins and maintaining the earth's energy in the land have indeed brought some fortune to the Qin Dynasty of the Ying Clan."

But it won't change the overall situation in the Central Plains.

At this time, Yu Fengxian's actions were at most a small compensation for Ying Zheng's evil deeds of destroying the feng shui of the land in his early years.

Alas, when Mount Buzhou collapsed, more than half of the Earthly Fiends' essence was transferred to the Divine Continent by our Master, precisely to promote the rapid development of humanity there. Humanity has indeed developed rapidly in recent years, but the cost has been too high, nearly depleting the Earthly Fiends' essence.

Yu Fengxian's actions today don't even qualify as remedial measures; they're more like patching up a leak in the river.

It's probably too late; it's difficult to reverse the general trend of the 'Divine Land' losing its spiritual energy and its divinity dimming.

The Celestial Venerable of Morality said calmly, "Gathering the earthly essence and spiritual energy of Buzhou Mountain to lay the foundation for 'Shenzhou' was originally just a temporary measure."

I never expected the Chinese people to remain perpetually atop the mountain.

Let them become leaders of the human race, leading humanity to rid itself of barbarism; that should be enough.

The way of Heaven is to take from those who have too much and give to those who have too little; excess cannot last forever!

To mortals, the land of China appears as flat as the surrounding barbarian lands. But in terms of soil fertility and spiritual energy, China is actually a towering peak.

This peak of energy and authority will eventually become about the same height as its surroundings.

Yu Fengxian arranged the land of China in the shape of Kunlun Mountain, which is equivalent to maintaining the height of 'Mount Kunlun' in terms of the power and authority of heaven and earth.

Kunlun is not as good as Buzhou Mountain, but it is still the ancestral dragon of human mountain ranges.

This had no obvious impact on the situation in the Central Plains at the time, but in the long run, its influence was enormous.

The development of humanity is crucial to the foundation of the "leader of the human religion's" sacred position. The Heavenly Venerable of Morality will certainly intervene in the development of humanity with a more far-sighted vision and with great supernatural powers and authority, and make long-term plans.

Mount Buzhou is the spine of the great god Pangu, so its energy and authority must be far more abundant than in other places.

Indeed, the innate spiritual treasures and innate spiritual roots discovered in the Three Realms today mostly come from Buzhou Mountain.

Many ancient immortal techniques that have been superseded by modern Qi cultivators were able to be created in the ancient times because Mount Buzhou had not yet collapsed.

Modern people believe that the conditions for cultivating many ancient immortal techniques are extremely demanding, and that mastering an ancient immortal technique is even more difficult than becoming a celestial being.

For example, one must refine a certain innate spiritual energy or take a divine medicine that is millions of years old.

But on Mount Buzhou, all sorts of incredibly demanding conditions can be easily met.

The reason why Western sages described the West as "barren and lacking in talent" was to contrast it with the East, centered on Mount Buzhou. It is through comparison that the barrenness and lack become apparent.

If Xiaoyu were to travel to the Western Regions now, he would not only not find the West barren, but would also feel that all the good things are hidden there. This is also because the good things in the East have long been divided up by the various sects of Xuanmen and hidden away from the "common immortals".

In short, Buzhou Mountain has the strongest earth force and the richest primordial energy of heaven and earth.

After Buzhou Mountain collapsed, during the process of mending the sky, the Moral Celestial Venerable, who had become the leader of the Human Religion, transferred a large amount of "high-level energy" that originally belonged to Buzhou Mountain to "Shenzhou".

It transformed a relatively ordinary piece of land into "China".

For example, the Five Sacred Mountains of China were all derived from the "five limbs" of the god Pangu.

Only fertile soil can produce the best seedlings.

The human race that migrated to Shenzhou did indeed develop the fastest, becoming the leader of the Pangu human race.

Of course, the actions of the Celestial Venerable of Morality cannot be kept secret. Initially, those who gathered in Shenzhou were not only humans, but also, and even more so, demons and witches.

The Wu tribe, in particular, were the first masters of the land, just like the human race, yet the Wu tribe were also the masters of the human race.
It can only be said that the Supreme Lord of Morality provided fertile land, and the Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors, as well as the sages of humankind throughout history, led humankind through arduous struggles and perseverance, surpassing other races and becoming the sole ruler of the land.

Based on the information provided by his teacher, Grand Master Xuandu silently calculated for a moment and asked, "Why was my teacher alarmed? I feel that the human world will not undergo major changes within the next 100,000 years."

The Celestial Venerable of Morality said, "I was just deducing the destiny of 'the barbarians destroying China,' which will probably happen in about 500,000 years."

As a result, because of the 'Kunlun Panlong' created by Yu Fengxian, the destiny that had just been calculated was directly lost.

Even 100,000 years later, there were already relatively obvious signs of "the various barbarian tribes invading China".

Although the symptoms have not completely disappeared, a huge change has occurred.

The fact that you haven't noticed the major changes in the human world indicates that your skills are insufficient and your focus is lacking; you still need to continue your arduous cultivation.

"This disciple is ashamed!" Grand Master Xuandu bowed with embarrassment, then looked up and asked in surprise, "Could there really be a day when China would be destroyed by barbarians?"

"Even heaven and earth have their time of decline and destruction, let alone the Central Plains dynasties?" said the Moral Celestial Venerable.

Grand Master Xuandu felt a little strange. After hesitating for a moment, he still asked, "Teacher said that Yu Fengxian preserved the earth's energy and stabilized the spiritual energy and earthly essence of the land with the 'Kunlun Coiling Dragon Formation,' which greatly changed the future situation of the Central Plains."

This illustrates that everything in nature will eventually decline and perish, but human care and adjustment can prevent this decline and perish.

Does this mean that without Yu Fengxian, China will collapse?
"So many elites in China, all combined, are not as good as her alone?"

The Supreme Lord of Morality said calmly, "Among so many elites in China, who has reconstructed the earth's veins like her? Or had similar ideas?"
Everyone has their own talents, and the realization of those talents is destiny.

Everyone is a chosen one, everyone has a destiny, and everyone's destiny is different. Even without Yu Fengxian, Shenzhou will certainly not cease to exist; it is neither born nor dies, neither dies nor is born.

But the addition of Yu Fengxian has undeniably drastically altered their destinies.

"It's not that no one has ignored the loss of the land's energy in the past. So many great immortals cooperated with the Human Emperor to study the Earthly Fiend Dragon Veins, not to flatter him, but to solve this problem."

"Yu Fengxian's ability to reconstruct the land's veins using the ancestral dragon's energy may very well be a result of drawing upon the wisdom of her predecessors."

First, to salvage the reputation of the elites of Shenzhou, Grand Master Xuandu looked up at the sky and said, "Since Yu Fengxian has such a great influence on the future destiny of Shenzhou, why has no Heavenly Merit descended?"

Even if the future promises haven't been fulfilled, it just means the merit will be less; it won't mean not a single 'smallpox' will be lost.

The Dao Ancestor said, "The future is uncertain. She only changed one of the many uncertain destinies, or perhaps the destiny I predicted. It is very likely that a few years later, the Great Qin will fall, Yu Fengxian will be killed or flee to the East, and the Central Plains will once again be thrown into chaos by the Hidden Dragon of the Divine Land."

Hmph, you think digging up dragon veins and destroying feng shui is exclusive to Qin Shi Huang?
The people of Shenzhou have long lost the humility and restraint of their ancient times.

The Dao Ancestor left out one more thing: Aren't the barbarians outside of Shenzhou human? I am the leader of the Human Religion, not the leader of Shenzhou.

In the internal strife among humans, no matter who wins or loses, there will be no divine merit bestowed upon them.

The only one who can receive the reward is the one who pushes humanity forward to the greatest extent.

In the eyes of the Dao Ancestor at this time, without the interference of foreign races, the pure internal strife between the Hu people and the Divine Land was no different from the internal turmoil in the Central Plains at this time.

However, at this time, the Dao Ancestor had not even personally experienced it; he had only just deduced the "barbarian invasion of China" and had not yet completed the deduction when he was interrupted by the "Divine Dragon Coiling the Land" created by Grand Tutor Yu.

When the Dao Ancestor has witnessed firsthand that under the rule of the Hu people, the human civilization of China has not only failed to advance but has actually regressed, he will surely change his mind.

The Dao Ancestor may not care about the distinction between Chinese and barbarians; He hopes that humanity will move forward and will only favor the part of the human race that can promote the development of humanity.

He can only progress if humanity progresses. If humanity regresses, He will likely suffer misfortune.

Inside the royal palace of Linzi, Qi State.

"What? Grand Tutor Yu has already completed the reconstruction of the earth's veins?" King Qi, Tian Shi, looked panicked and turned to King Jiaozhou, Tian Rong. "Uncle, what should we do now?"

Just one day later, Shenzhou Anti-King received news that the "Panlong" had taken shape and that Grand Tutor Yu had achieved his goal.

Tian Rong was also a little flustered, but his nephew was clearly panicked, and he absolutely couldn't show his panic in front of others.

He said calmly and unhurriedly, "China is only so big. She has been working on this for two whole years. It should be time for her to reshape the Central Plains. What is there to panic about?"

"Uncle Wang, if she frees up her hands, she can deal with us with all her might!" Tian Shi said anxiously.

“If she really wanted to deal with us personally, she wouldn’t waste time and energy reconstructing the earth’s veins.” Tian Rong looked at Geng Sangzi, who had brought the message, and asked, “What are your opinions, great immortals?”

Geng Sangzi said with a complicated expression, "Even if I despise her, I must admit that she has created a pattern that is unprecedented in China. If nothing unexpected happens, she may benefit future generations."

Tian Rong's throat was dry. He picked up his teacup, took a sip, and asked as calmly as possible, "Has she gained control of the land in China and greatly increased her power?"

"No, not at all. Maintaining the power of the land's veins will definitely increase the fortune of the Ying clan. The final battle to destroy Qin will probably be postponed for a few years."

But we have already divided the Central Plains into pieces, and there are already thirteen vassal states established by the rebel kings!
The land rights belonging to the feudal lords were not taken away by her; she retained control of the land.

Geng Sangzi hesitated for a moment, “According to our calculations, she did not obtain much power.”

Whether our calculations are accurate remains to be verified.

"We must do something to further reduce her control over the land. We absolutely cannot allow land power to degenerate into a terrifying 'royal authority'!" Tian Rong said in a deep voice.

Geng Sangzi sneered, "You're overthinking it. As a subject, she has no way of consolidating the power of the emperor."

Moreover, you're right, we will certainly continue to diminish the power in her hands.

It was not only about land rights, but also about the privileges of the imperial dynasty.

Currently, Jingju, King Jiu of Wei, King Cheng of Han, and King Xie of Zhao all have plans to climb Mount Tai to offer sacrifices to Heaven.

In addition, several of Chen Sheng's generals were demanding the title of king from him.

Wu Chen has clearly harbored rebellious intentions; he is currently reorganizing his troops, preparing to offer sacrifices to Heaven at Mount Tai, and then proclaim himself a 'false king.'

Tian Shi panicked, "Mount Tai is our Qi territory. We haven't taken it back yet, so they can't just come and go as they please!"

Geng Sangzi said irritably, "You yourselves are incompetent and cannot reclaim the entire territory of Qi, so why should others be barred from encroaching on the territory that still belongs to the tyrannical Qin?"

Tian Shi was angry, but only for a moment, before awkwardly saying, "What I mean is, our Qi state has never gone to Mount Tai to offer sacrifices to Heaven!"

Qi is the chief state of the East. How could a minor vassal state climb Mount Tai to offer sacrifices to Heaven and Earth before the chief state?
According to past customs, only the eldest son of a noble family could perform the sacrificial ceremony to Heaven.

At most, they would follow behind me and receive a piece of sacrificial meat.

Geng Sangzi softened his expression, his tone still carrying a hint of anticipation, "Does the King of Qi mean that he also intends to ascend Mount Tai to offer sacrifices to Heaven?"

Tian Shi nodded solemnly and said, "Not only must we offer sacrifices to Heaven, but we must also be the first to burn incense and complete the Fengshan ceremony before the other feudal lords."

Geng Sangzi smiled and said, "Since Your Majesty has such lofty ambitions, this humble Taoist will certainly accompany you to the end, and I can even guarantee that God will surely grant your request."

Whether your prayers will be answered is hard to say. At the very least, they will descend upon Mount Tai and enjoy the food and drink you offer.

Tian Shi was so excited that he was trembling all over.

The Jade Emperor's divine intervention is tantamount to the Fengshan ceremony at Mount Tai being recognized!
Even if the Jade Emperor doesn't make any promises, just the act of manifesting his power is enough to win the hearts of all people.

He quickly left the throne and bowed respectfully, saying, "Thank you for your trouble, Great Immortal."

Tian Rong, who had been somewhat conflicted, relaxed his expression and hardened his gaze.

Kuai Che hesitated for a while, but couldn't hold back any longer. "Senior Geng Sangzi, Your Majesty, please think it over! Back then, Grand Tutor Yu made an agreement with the gods that once a rebel king completed the Fengshan ceremony at Mount Tai, he would acknowledge that the Great Qin had lost its Mandate of Heaven and would hand over the true forms of the Five Sacred Mountains and Four Rivers."

Now that she no longer needs to clear the earth's veins, she has the time and energy to plot against the rebel kings.

"You're the ones who are provoking her first, trying to attract her attention. Aren't you just asking for trouble?"

Tian Rong's previous lack of enthusiasm stemmed from this same concern. It was only because the benefits of the Heavenly Emperor's manifestation were so great that he decided to take the risk. Upon hearing Kuai Che's words, he immediately turned his questioning gaze to Geng Sangzi.

Geng Sangzi countered, "Of course Yu Fengxian is unwilling, but what can she do? Directly intervene and lead troops to besiege the Qi Kingdom? Or use an earthquake to collapse Mount Tai?"

(End of this chapter)