I will teach you how to cultivate immortality

Chapter 581 The Struggle for the Path

In the Jade Pool of Yunmeng, the sun hangs high in the sky.

Since the sun star returned to its rightful place, the once desolate Yunmeng Yaochi Realm has begun to nurture life.

It is not an immortal tree or a peach tree deliberately cultivated by Xi Luo, but a kind of vitality nurtured by the normal functioning of the world.

Microscopic insects in the air, earthworms in the soil, fish in the water...

These life forms, which are gradually emerging and evolving, appeared naturally in the Yunmeng Yaochi Realm without any human intervention.

"The fact that such a systematic group has emerged so quickly shows that this sun is indeed no ordinary sun."

"But that makes sense. After all, in the true mythological era, how could the sun have just been a continuously burning star?"

Stroll leisurely on the Sun Star.

Ignoring the blazing flames around him, Li Boyang focused intently on observing the sun.

Besides the intense heat, Li Boyang also sensed a rich primordial energy emanating from this sun star.

This primordial energy, like the Yin energy of the Taiyin star, illuminates the earth and brings new life to it.

"Teacher? Are you really planning to use this sun star to attain enlightenment?"

Without a sound, Wang Shu, the incarnation of the Moon Star, appeared beside Li Boyang.

However, Wang Shu clearly did not like the high temperature environment of the Sun Star, and her brows were furrowed throughout the process.

"Isn't this a bit too hasty? Is it for my master's sake?"

Upon hearing Wang Shu's question, Li Boyang was stunned for a long time before he realized who the "aunt" she was referring to was.

"Where did you learn these terms of address?"

"Xi Luo isn't the type of person who cares about seniority, so you can just call her by her first name."

Li Boyang glanced at Wang Shu with a wry smile before explaining.

“But you’re right, Xi Luo is about to attain enlightenment, and I have to find a way to share some of the attention with her.”

These words not only failed to clear up Wang Shu's doubts, but actually made her even more confused.

She originally thought that it was because Xi Luo firmly believed in "destiny" that Li Boyang sensed a possible crisis and was therefore eager to prove the "Way of the Sun".

But judging from what Li Boyang is saying now, the situation seems to be somewhat different from what I imagined?
"Have you ever considered just how far-reaching the impact of the 'path to divinity' that Xi Luo wants to prove will be?"

"She was known as the 'Queen Mother of the West' in later generations. Do you think this is just a simple title?"

"Commanding all gods, reigning supreme over the world..."

"None of the words you can imagine are enough to describe her fame in later generations."

"It is no exaggeration to say that, in terms of fame alone, the title 'Queen Mother of the West' is second only to 'Taoist Ancestor' in terms of prestige."

"This can actually be seen from the performance of Zhuang Zhou, Bo Xun, and Zhen Wu."

"The fact that the three of them came from different eras and different futures, yet they all knew of the existence of the Queen Mother of the West, is enough to show her prestige."

Li Boyang paused slightly at this point.

"Then the question arises: for a major event like the enlightenment of the Queen Mother of the West, would those enlightened beings from the past, present, and future stand idly by?"

"Whether it's hatred or malice towards Xi Luo herself, or a desire to prevent the birth of the 'Queen Mother of the West,' her path to enlightenment is destined to be anything but peaceful."

Upon hearing this, Wang Shu nodded in realization.

As she matured further, she was able to fully understand Li Boyang's concerns.

First, the "Queen Mother of the West" symbolizes the "Way of the Gods." This means that, theoretically, all deities born from this day forward will be under her control.

However, Xi Luo could not be like Li Boyang, who simply sought enlightenment and to prove the Dao. Therefore, she was naturally the enemy of all the gods.

After all, no matter how powerful Xi Luo may be able to give to the concept of "gods" in the future, its essence is still to restrain the gods.

Nobody likes the feeling of having someone constantly controlling them, making them feel restricted in everything they do.

Secondly, precisely because the power displayed by the Queen Mother of the West was so terrifying, there must have been quite a few beings coveting that power.

Even if it offends Xiluo, it's worth it for them.

None of those who dare to transcend time and space and connect their path through the past and present are cowards.

At the very least, for the vast majority of those who were unaware of the relationship between Li Boyang and Xi Luo, offending a powerful figure from the Queen Mother of the West's faction was entirely within their acceptable range.

Finally, and most importantly, Xi Luo was able to achieve such great fame in the future.

To say that he doesn't have one or two rivals and enemies who hate him to the core is simply wishful thinking.

Just think of Haojun and Da Yi, Zhuang Zhou and Bo Xun; they are the best proof of all kinds of love and hate entanglements.

Is this the 'battle of the paths'?

Wang Shu couldn't help but sigh as she realized how complex and terrifying the "battle of the paths" was, having never understood it so clearly before.

However, after the initial reflection, a competitive spirit couldn't help but arise deep within Wang Shu's heart.

The more intense the "battle for the path," the stronger the one who has attained enlightenment.

Only true power attracts the attention and covetousness of others; this is an unchanging truth in any era.

Wang Shu even fantasized that if he could have such a grand display when he attained enlightenment in the future, it would be worth it even if he ultimately failed!

"That's right. For those great gods who dominated an era, proving the Dao itself is not difficult at all."

"The difficulty lies in the fact that during their path to enlightenment, countless beings of the same level will come to obstruct their progress."

As the saying goes, those who follow the right path receive much help, while those who stray from it receive little.

"If you want to attain enlightenment in the future, your own strength is one aspect, but you should also remember to cultivate good relationships."

Listening to Li Boyang's story, Wang Shu opened her mouth as if she wanted to say something but hesitated.

In Wang Shu's true heart, she actually despised this kind of practice of deliberately forming cliques just to gain more help and fewer enemies when she was on her way to enlightenment.

Li Boyang's example serves as a cautionary tale.

Wang Shu felt that the domineering aura that could suppress the entire river of time and prevent anyone from hindering his path to enlightenment was his true goal.

However, the gap between ideals and reality made Wang Shu obediently choose to keep quiet.

There is only one Li Boyang, and the title of "Taoist Ancestor" is destined to be borne by only him.

"Teacher, how do you plan to share the attention with your aunt?"

Wang Shu's stubbornness is evident in her continued choice to address Xi Luo as "Shi Gu" (a term of respect for a female disciple).

Fortunately, Li Boyang did not dwell on the issue of address. Instead, he smiled calmly and then turned his gaze to the South China Sea beyond the Yunmeng Yaochi Realm.

“There are many ways to help Xiluo share the burden, but few are truly effective.”

"Moreover, now there is an unexpected entity involved, and I must first find a way to figure out its intentions."

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