High-end prehistoric world, suppressing ascendants at the start.

"Why would I need to lie to you about something like this?"

"The third generation disciple of the Western religion was named 'Pudu'."

"The temple is located at Jieyou Cliff on the western slope of Mount Sumeru."

"He often used this incident as an example to show off to his newly initiated disciples."

"It is said that he used Buddhist teachings to enlighten stubborn rocks and transform evil spirits."

"To take that genius of the lower realm, Lingxiaozi, as his attendant is an act of immense merit."

"In the fringes of Western religion, this is hardly a secret."

"To enlighten even the most stubborn..."

"Influence the evil spirits..."

The Great Celestial Might muttered to himself.

Each word was like an invisible hammer, slamming heavily into his Dao heart.

His grandmaster, Ling Xiaozhi, was an exceptionally talented and brilliant figure.

In the Horizontal Plane, his name is legendary, a myth!

The "Undying Path of the Sky" that he created remains the most profound method in the world!

Such a towering hero, upon arriving in this primordial wilderness, was described by others as a "stubborn rock" and a "demon."

"puff--"

A mouthful of reversed blood, containing primordial essence, could no longer be suppressed and gushed out, staining the stone table in front of him red.

The body of the Giant Celestial Venerable shook violently.

It looked like it could collapse at any moment.

He spent millions of years in ascetic practice, enduring endless loneliness and overcoming countless tribulations.

The greatest obsession and motivation in my heart, besides pursuing the supreme Dao, is to follow in the footsteps of my master.

Ascend to the upper realm and stand shoulder to shoulder with your grandmaster.

Together, in this vast天地 (heaven and earth), let us illuminate the gate of the Sky-Supporting Plane!

But reality dealt him such a cruel blow!

How can this be considered bringing glory to the family?

This is an utter disgrace!

It's a mark that you can never escape!

A violent killing intent and grief erupted from the deepest part of his heart like a volcano!

His eyes widened, and the magical power that had been suppressed around him began to hum under the impact of this extreme emotion!

"Western religion!"

"Pudu!"

The Giant Celestial Venerable gritted his teeth and roared, each word distinct and deliberate.

Every syllable is filled with the scent of blood and fire.

"This is outrageous!"

"This is outrageous!"

"Today I will storm that Cliff of Relief."

"Even if it means my death and the dissipation of my soul, I will still seek justice for my master!"

Before he could finish speaking, he forcefully activated his remaining power and soared into the sky.

However, a seemingly casual hand gently pressed down on his shoulder.

It's just a light press.

The Great Celestial Venerable felt as if the entire primordial universe was pressing down on him.

The burgeoning passion and raging fury that had just risen were instantly crushed into nothingness by this irresistible force.

"Calm down."

Chen Feng's voice remained calm, yet it carried an undeniable air of authority.

"With your current cultivation level, let alone saving your grandmaster, you can't even get past the gates of the Pudu Mountain."

"It's just adding another wronged soul to the list."

"Let your grandmaster watch one more joke on that Cliff of Relief."

He glanced at the Giant Celestial, his tone carrying a chilling sense of reality.

"Do you know that when your grandmaster Ling Xiaozi ascended to heaven, his cultivation was no weaker than yours now?"

"He ended up like this."

"What do you think you can change with just your passion?"

Boom!

Chen Feng's words were more terrifying than any of the previous supernatural powers.

This completely shattered the last bit of luck and impulsiveness of the Giant Celestial.

yes……

My master's cultivation level back then far surpassed mine.

Even he...

He collapsed onto the stone bench like a statue whose bones had been removed.

All the passion and killing intent he felt vanished in that instant, replaced by a chilling coldness.

For the first time, he truly understood the weighty meaning behind Chen Feng's words, "The water is very deep."

In this primordial world, without strength, your dignity, your pride, your beliefs, and even your revered master are nothing more than a meritorious deed or a laughing stock in the mouths of others.

An overwhelming sense of despair and helplessness engulfed him like a tidal wave.

He stared blankly at the unfathomable Taoist priest in blue robes before him.

Those once domineering eyes now held only a faint, almost pleading hope.

"senior……"

His voice was dry and hoarse.

"You possess extraordinary abilities and boundless magical power."

"you……"

"You might...

He wanted to say, "Could you lend a hand?"

But no matter how hard he tried, he couldn't bring himself to say it.

Yes, we've only met by chance. Why would the other person risk offending a behemoth like the Western religion for their own sake?

The cause and effect here is immense!

Chen Feng seemed to know what he wanted to say and waved his hand to interrupt him.

Why should I help you?

He picked up the wine jug, poured himself another full glass, and spoke indifferently.

"You and I are not related."

"Do you think it's possible to provoke Western religions and incur such enormous karmic consequences for the sake of a complete stranger?"

"In this vast world, the least valuable thing is other people's stories."

With these words, the heart of the Great Celestial Venerable sank into an abyss.

The last glimmer of light in his eyes also dimmed.

It turned into a deathly, gray-white expanse.

Yes, that's impossible.

He chuckled self-deprecatingly.

The laughter was filled with sorrow and desolation.

However, just when he was feeling utterly hopeless and devoid of all thoughts, Chen Feng suddenly changed the subject.

"but……"

Looking at his desperate, lifeless appearance, Chen Feng downed the wine in his glass and said calmly.

"This matter was ultimately caused by me, and it's not good that it nearly caused your Dao heart to collapse."

"It would be rather boring to just send you to your death like this."

He stood up and stood with his hands behind his back.

My gaze is fixed on the distant western horizon.

His eyes were deep and penetrating, as if they could pierce through billions of miles of void.

"I can take you to the vicinity of Mount Sumeru, so you can have a distant glimpse of it."

"Let me show you with my own eyes, and I'll make you give up completely."

"As for what you will do after watching it, will you choose to find a place to eke out a living and wait for an opportunity?"

"Or should I choose to succumb to despair and let my Dao heart crumble?"

"Or perhaps they will still recklessly charge forward, only to be reduced to ashes..."

"That is your own choice."

The words fell.

In the lifeless eyes of the Great Celestial Venerable, it seemed as if two faint flames were rekindled by this sudden turn of events!

He suddenly raised his head and stared intently at Chen Feng's back.

His body trembled slightly with excitement.

Even though it was just a glimpse from afar.

Although it was only to make him give up.

But this was his only hope at that moment!

He needs to know the truth!

He wants to see it with his own eyes!

Even if what he sees is a cruel reality that will destroy his soul!

"good!"

"This junior...thanks for your kindness, senior!"

The Great Celestial Venerable squeezed out these words through gritted teeth.

He struggled to his feet from the stone bench and bowed deeply to Chen Feng's retreating figure.

This bow was not for the grace of being saved.

Rather, it was that glimpse of the truth.

His faith was on the verge of collapse.

If one cannot see it with one's own eyes, this obsession will turn into a demon in one's heart, from which one can never escape.