This is so dishonest!

Chapter 471 The Essence of Heavenly Dao and the "Mysterious Political Commissar"; Haotian Returns with His Sister
In the sacred land of the Primordial True Realm, filled with the spirit of "making a scene," you may not live, but you absolutely cannot be without work.

People often joke that the Taiwei Enclosure doesn't nurture idle spirits.

But now, after hearing Fellow Daoist Hongyun's explanation, which can be described as the "ultimate method of proving the Dao by lying down and doing nothing," Xuanqing couldn't help but sigh in his heart.

"Who says we, the gods of Taiwei, are not serious?"

"In my opinion, none of the guys who were able to have a seat in Zixiao Palace back then were proper gods."

Could a proper deity come up with such a bizarre idea as reincarnating into a celestial realm?
Could a proper deity have devised such a method of attaining enlightenment by lying down?
However, upon closer reflection, it seems to make sense. Zhen Yuanzi was one of the elders of Taiwei Yuan, so how could Hongyun, as his close friend, be anything more serious?

"Fellow Daoist, I am truly happy for you that you have found your own way to transcend!" Zhen Yuanzi said with a beaming smile.

At first, Zhen Yuanzi was already satisfied when he learned that his best friend had won the revival match.

Unexpectedly, Hongyun could bring him another surprise.

As the ancestor of all earth immortals, Zhen Yuanzi had to admit that, according to the highest cultivation theory of their earth immortal path, the method of attaining the Dao that Hongyun had just described, which was full of ingenious ideas, was highly feasible!
The essence of the Earthly Immortal Path lies in eight words: "Creating the vast universe, living in harmony with the world."

If that's the case, why can't I just get it right the first time?
What is reincarnation if not reincarnation?
I directly transformed myself into the Dao, and then reincarnated into a supreme world closely connected with the destiny of humanity!
Isn't this a disguised way of achieving the goal of "being on par with the world"?
If you were to boldly trace it back further, wasn't that exactly what the great god Pangu did back then?

He created the world in his true form as a chaotic demon god, and finally transformed into all things, which is how this prosperous and incomparably primordial true world came to be!
In a sense, wasn't Pangu, the great god who went from the Chaos Era to the Primordial Era, also a reincarnation of an independent "Chaos Demon God" into a vast and boundless "world"?

Therefore, our Earth Immortal Path is the orthodox Pangu Path that points directly to eternity and has an orderly lineage!

Who agrees with this, and who disagrees?
On the horizon, the giant smiling face formed by endless fiery clouds smiled even more brightly at this moment.

Hongyun said with a smile, "I was originally thinking of giving you a huge surprise after the future Emperor of Humanity officially returned to the throne."

"I never expected that His Majesty the Holy Emperor would bring you to see me in person so quickly."

"But don't worry, my old friend, I'm perfectly fine now!"

"Although my current physical form cannot easily leave this Fire Cloud Cave Heaven."

"But I have no problem refining one or two Dao bodies that can take my place when I travel."

Zhen Yuanzi nodded solemnly upon hearing this, and then asked again, "Do you have any sense of how long it will take before you can completely achieve freedom of movement?"

Hongyun replied confidently, "I have already calculated this."

"Based on my current deductions, as long as the three future emperors of humanity have all achieved their goals and returned to their positions here."

"Then I can completely sublimate the origin of this cave world, and at that time I will be able to move normally."

Upon hearing this, Zhen Yuanzi immediately began to deduce the future secrets of heaven using his Earth Book.

A moment later, a relieved smile also appeared on his face.

"Well, if that's the case, then it's not far off."

Seeing that the two close friends, who had been separated for a long time, were chatting happily, Xuanqing thoughtfully decided not to disturb them any further.

"You two can continue your conversation. I have some things to attend to, so I'll be leaving now."

"Respectfully seeing off the Holy Heavenly Emperor!" Zhen Yuanzi and Hongyun replied solemnly.

Xuan Qing smiled and shook his head.

Then, his figure disappeared silently from the spot.

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Chaotic spacetime, a nameless place.

A wisp of true spirit broke through the rift in chaos, emerged, and transformed into an eel.

"Phew, finally out."

A flash of light appeared, and the eel transformed into a young Taoist priest.

He gazed into the distance toward the Primordial Realm, gritting his teeth, and said, "Three Pure Ones, Jieyin, Zhunti, Nuwa, you just wait!"

"One day, I will fight back!"

The Heavenly Dao Spirit gave a soft snort.

The thought of how he had almost been suppressed by the six saints together made his resentment grow a little stronger.

"What's the point of just sitting here sulking? The most important thing now is to think of a solution!"

At this moment, a voice rang in the mind of the Heavenly Dao Essence.

The Heavenly Spirit sensed that its good intentions had transformed into an independent personality, but it didn't perceive anything amiss.

"Of course I know how to find a way, but how easy is it to fight back in a short time?"

The Heavenly Dao Spirit took out the dragon-headed cane, pointed it in the void, and his good intentions transformed into a white-clad figure.

The embodiment of goodness held a whisk, its robes fluttering without wind, and a faint, clear light emanating from its body.

He possessed a gentle and refined temperament, with eyes like stars, exuding a serene and otherworldly tranquility. His long hair was casually tied up with a wooden hairpin, and he seemed to have stepped out of a traditional Chinese ink painting, untouched by any dust, yet carrying the unique majesty and profundity of the Dao.

This wisp of goodwill is actually the original incarnation of Xuanqing.

After Hongjun merged with the Dao, this wisp of his incarnation also merged with the Dao along with the Jade Disc of Creation.

After the Heavenly Dao Spirit escaped, the Primordial Incarnation was secretly arranged by Xuan Qing to serve as the Heavenly Dao Spirit's "political commissar" and guide its path.

However, the Heavenly Dao Spirit itself was completely unaware of this, simply believing it to be another personality that had been transformed from its own good intentions.

"If we want to conquer the Primordial World, we need to proceed in six steps!" said the Primordial Incarnation.

The Heavenly Dao Spirit inquired, "Which six steps?"

The Primordial Avatar immediately went online and became the "Mysterious Political Commissar," offering advice and strategies to the Heavenly Dao Essence.

He said, “These six steps are: proposing the concept, testing it across the heavens, demonstrating the results, recruiting people to join, expanding our power, and counterattacking the primordial world!”

“In your previous life, you were the ‘Dao Ancestor.’ However, due to the disunity within the Immortal Path and the cunning of Taiwei Yuan, you were ultimately defeated at the foot of Buzhou Mountain and sealed in Zixiao Palace by three thousand holy beings.”

"In this life, you have returned against the heavens, and what you have accumulated is the power of the many immortal cultivation methods, as well as the great power of the three thousand great paths of the Heavenly Dao."

"As long as you raise your voice, rally your old followers, gather the gods who oppose the Taiwei Heavenly Court, and accumulate power throughout the myriad realms, you will be able to restore the orthodox tradition of the primordial world and reclaim everything that belongs to you!"

Next, the Primordial Incarnation planned out a series of operations for the Heavenly Dao Essence, including how to establish a reputation, how to operate its power, and how to recruit people to join its ranks.

Upon hearing this, the Heavenly Dao Spirit pondered for a long time.

Although he can pretend to be Hongjun, it's uncertain whether the "old subordinates" of the immortal path still listen to Hongjun.

Judging from the fact that the Six Saints launched a siege against him, this path is probably not going to work.

Finally, he shook his head and asked, "This six-step process is still too complicated. Is there an easier way?"

"Yes, yes!"

The Primordial Avatar said, "I have two more steps that will allow you to successfully take revenge."

"This method can be summed up in eight words: Connect with the demons and gods, and launch a counterattack against the primordial world!"

"A network of demons? Those worthless scoundrels?"

Upon hearing this, Tiandao Jing glanced at the corner of his mouth with disdain.

"Who am I, Hongjun? I am the ruler of the immortal path, who roamed the primordial world, and who once stood shoulder to shoulder with Taiwei Yuan!"

"What are three thousand Chaos Demons? A bunch of losers. Do they deserve to cooperate with me?"

"Even if I, Hongjun, am killed by the Six Sages and sealed again by Taiwei Yuan, never to rise again, I will never cooperate with the Chaos Demon God!"

The words of the Heavenly Dao Spirit were filled with contempt for the Chaos Demon God.

Even if I don't impersonate Hongjun, I am still a spirit of the Primordial Heavenly Dao, and a true successor of the Primordial Heaven!
With this identity, how can one cooperate with three thousand demon gods?
Who are you insulting?

"But you're a loser too!"

The Primordial Incarnation delivered a devastating blow to the Heavenly Dao Spirit's mind with the fewest words imaginable!
"How can that be the same?" Tiandao Jing retorted stubbornly.

The Primordial Avatar countered, "Then should we still seek revenge?"

The Way of Heaven remains silent.

"There's no future in cooperating with them, is there?" He muttered to himself, his attitude clearly softening.

The Primordial Avatar pressed on: "In this situation, the only one who can help us might be the Chaos God."

"Moreover, the Chaos God was merely a loser of the previous era, which doesn't mean there's no hope for this era, does it?"

"Moreover, Hongjun was originally a Chaos Demon God. Now that he has been defeated by reality, he has returned to his identity as a Balance Demon God and formed an 'Avengers' alliance with other demon gods. This makes perfect sense!"

"The Avengers?" Tiandao Jing muttered these words.

"Correct!"

The Primordial Avatar said, “Besides the element of revenge, we can also attract them by proposing a grander goal.”

The Heavenly Dao Spirit laughed, "What grand goals do we have? It's nothing more than revenge... wait, attaining enlightenment and transcendence!"

As Tiandao Jing thought this, his thoughts raced, and a new plan naturally formed in his mind:
"To attain enlightenment and transcendence, and to achieve eternal life, is the goal of every cultivator. This is true for the primordial gods and the chaotic demons!"

"Now that I have completed the three proofs of the Great Dao and possess the power of the Heavenly Dao, if I were to combine the three thousand Great Daos of the Chaos Demon God, could I create a method for transcendence?"

At this point, the Heavenly Dao Spirit suddenly perked up: "That's right, the True Realm! The Supreme True Realm!"

"Hahaha, I understand!" The Primordial Avatar looked at the Heavenly Dao Spirit, who was gesticulating wildly, and asked, following the Heavenly Dao Spirit's words, "What Supreme True Realm?"

The Heavenly Dao Spirit said, "With the immense power of the Heavenly Dao that we possess, and by gathering the Great Dao of three thousand demon gods, do you think we can create a true realm of demon gods?"

The Primordial Avatar stated bluntly: "Regardless of whether it will succeed, I think it's feasible to have this goal to attract the demons and make them work for us!"

"Not bad!"

The Heavenly Dao Spirit smiled broadly: "Whether the demon gods believe it or not, I believe it!"

Having decided to collude with the demon gods, the Heavenly Dao Spirit decisively abandoned his principles and directly transformed into the [Balance Demon God].

"Let's go find the Chaos God!"

"Let's join hands, grow bigger and stronger, and create new glories!"

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"This is Haotian's last incarnation in his tribulation."

In the outer heavens, Rahu recorded the great calamities that Haotian experienced in the appendix of the "Heavenly Emperor's Reincarnation Scripture".

In total, there are 1,750 eons.

One of these tribulations lasts for 129,600 years.

In each tribulation, Haotian does not only experience one reincarnation, but goes through countless cycles of reincarnation.

He may have become a tiny fungus in that microscopic world, witnessing a world's creation from nothing and its return to nothing.

Or perhaps it becomes an ant that lives only a day and dies at dusk by a summer pond, using its incredibly short life to experience the most dazzling light of life.

Or perhaps they became a fierce tiger dominating the wild mountains and forests, enjoying the primal thrill of the survival of the fittest.

Or perhaps, to become the supreme ghost king who reigns supreme over all ghosts in a world depleted of spiritual energy during the Dharma-ending Age.
Sometimes, he would be a little luckier and be able to be reincarnated as a human and live smoothly until he turned eighteen.

Finally, it was precisely transported to the next stop by a dump truck that had been waiting for a long time.

Each cycle of reincarnation is a different "human life," "beast life," "grass life," and "stone life" for Haotian...

Now, after this long cycle of trials, Haotian has finally ushered in his final and most glorious life.

In this life, he has devoted himself to the path of the gods.

He was born in response to the times and became the Heavenly Court Lord who held supreme power in a vast universe and ruled over the three thousand great worlds!
He spent a full 100,000 years waging wars in the north and south, and conquering in the east and west.

He eventually unified the boundless universe and became the supreme Jade Emperor, worshipped by all living beings and subjugated by gods and demons!

"After he relinquishes his position as the ruler of the Great Universe Heavenly Court here, his earliest memories of 'Haotian, a student of the Heavenly Dao Academy,' which have been sealed away for countless epochs, will be fully awakened."

"At that time, his colleagues in the Heavenly Dao Committee will come in person to guide him back to the Primordial True Realm that rightfully belongs to him."

Rahu slowly wrote down this last sentence in the appendix of the "Heavenly Emperor's Reincarnation Scripture".

He then compiled Haotian's last glorious life into a separate book and gave it a name—"The Jade Emperor Chapter".

"In this way, with Haotian's countless reincarnation experiences as resources, this 'Heavenly Emperor's Reincarnation Scripture' can be deduced to a completely new level."

Looking at the scroll of scripture in his hand, which could be described as a "masterpiece of the world," Rahu showed a rather satisfied expression.

Hearing Luo Hou's smug words, the Great Immortal Yangmei stroked his beard and smiled, teasingly saying:

"Now that this matter is settled, fellow Daoist, shouldn't you also return to the Brahma Universe to reclaim your last Dao Fruit?"

"The reincarnated goddess Sakti is still eagerly waiting for you!"

Upon hearing his teasing remark, Luo Hou's smug smile instantly froze.

He pondered for a long time, as if he had thought of something that was giving him a terrible headache.

Finally, he slowly nodded and said, "It is indeed time to deal with this matter sooner rather than later."

In the vast universe, when the reincarnation of Haotian reaches 129,600 years old...

He then announced his decision to abdicate in the Lingxiao Palace, in front of all the immortals and gods of the three thousand worlds, and handed over the throne of the Heavenly Emperor to his most capable disciple.

The moment the power transfer was completed, a memory that had been sealed away for countless eras and long forgotten by him, like the most turbulent tide, instantly overwhelmed his entire soul!
The Primordial Realm, the Heavenly Dao Academy, Kong Xuan Golden Roc... everything was completely awakened at this moment.

Having endured a full 1,750 tribulations, Haotian has long since shed all worldly impurities.

He simply arrived quietly in the Outer Heavens, gazing upon the magnificent universe that had become under his rule, a serene smile filled with vicissitudes and a sense of relief appearing on his face.

He accepted it all.

Just then, two streams of light, filled with ancient and powerful aura, pierced through the barrier of the universe and silently descended before him.

As the light faded, two sacred figures dressed in the official robes of the Primordial Heavenly Court were revealed.

One of them was a Kunpeng with an aura as deep and profound as the sea.

The other was a smiling, dignified-looking Venerable Taibai Zhunti.

"Your humble servant Kunpeng."

"Your humble servant, Li Changgeng."

"Welcome back Your Majesty after your tribulation!"

The two deities bowed to Haotian at the same time.

"Your Majesty, the position of Heavenly Emperor in the Primordial True Realm has been vacant for a long time, and all living beings in the Three Realms are eagerly awaiting its return."

"Now that you have achieved your goal, it is time for you to return."

Haotian looked at the two envoys from his "homeland" and slowly nodded.

"Returning to the Celestial Realm is naturally no problem."

"But I have one small request before I go back," Haotian said.

Upon hearing this, Venerable Taibai Zhunti's smile widened even further.

"Your Majesty, please speak freely if you have any requests."

Haotian said slowly, "I want to take my sister back with me."

The younger sister he spoke of was named Yao Ji, and she was his only and most important relative in this life.

Throughout his long journey of conquering the world and unifying the boundless universe, his sister provided him with tremendous support.

Zhunti and Kunpeng exchanged a smile and said in unison, "Why not?"

So, Haotian, along with his sister Yaoji, returned to the primordial heavenly realm, which they had been separated from for a long time, under the guidance of the two deities.

To celebrate Haotian's official return, the Heavenly Dao Committee held an unprecedentedly grand enthronement ceremony for him.

On this day, the entire Nine Heavens Palace was bustling with activity.

All the prominent deities in the Three Realms and Six Paths, whether they were the Dragon Kings of the Four Seas, the Ghost Emperors of the Underworld, the sages of the human race, or the remnants of the witch and demon races, all came to witness the ceremony.

Even in the infinite myriad realms, countless deities crossed time and space to offer their congratulations.

The entire celestial realm was immersed in an atmosphere filled with peace and joy.

The six standing council members of the Heavenly Dao, namely, Yuanshi Tianzun Xuanqing, Daode Tianzun Taishang, and Lingbao Tianzun Yuchen, as well as the two Western saints Jieyin and Zhunti and the Demon Queen Nuwa, attended the conference.

Together they crowned the new Heavenly Emperor.

Under the watchful eyes of the masses, Haotian pushed open the door and sat on the throne of the Heavenly Emperor.

"Your Majesty, on behalf of the Heavenly Way Committee, I hereby return this seal!"

Kunpeng, representing three thousand members of the Heavenly Dao Committee, solemnly handed over the Heavenly Emperor's Seal to Haotian.

After obtaining the Heavenly Emperor's Seal, which symbolized the Heavenly Emperor's authority, the first thing Haotian did was to bestow blessings upon all living beings in the Three Realms.

Then, he generously mobilized the endless resources in the Heavenly Emperor's Treasury, giving all the gods of the Heavenly Realm present, as well as the representatives of all races and worlds who attended the meeting, an incredibly generous reward.

Anyway, this was all the wealth accumulated by the previous Heavenly Emperor, so he didn't feel any pain in using it.

"We thank the Heavenly Emperor!"

All beings in the Three Realms and countless gods rejoiced.

Seeing everyone happy, Haotian was happy too.

Finally, when everyone was satisfied and happy.

Haotian then formally bestowed a title upon his younger sister, who had always seemed somewhat uneasy beside him.

He bestowed upon her the title of Princess of Heaven, with the name Yunhua.

With this, the handover of power in the Heavenly Court was completed, and the third Heavenly Emperor returned to his throne.

The gods foresaw that a new chapter was about to begin in the primordial world!
Sigrún has taught at the Iceland University of the Arts as a part-time lecturer since and was Dean of the Department of Fine Art from -. In – she held a research position at Reykjavík Art Museum focusing on the role of women in Icelandic art. She studied fine art at the Icelandic College of Arts and Crafts and at Pratt Institute, New York, and holds BA and MA degrees in art history and philosophy from the University of Iceland. Sigrún lives and works in Iceland.

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P.S.: The Heavenly Dao Essence, Haotian, and Hongjun are one entity. If you are not clear about their specific relationship, you can go back and read "Chapter 448".

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