Sweeping across the heavens, starting with the first emperor of the ancient times.

After calming himself down, Xiao Fan stepped forward and bowed respectfully to Jiang Hao, saying, "Junior Xiao Fan greets the Heavenly Emperor."

Then he turned to Lingbao Tianzun and Yuanshi Tianzun, and bowed and greeted them, saying, "Greetings to the two seniors."

Jiang Hao introduced with a smile:

"No need to be polite. This is Lingbao Tianzun, as you should know. This is Yuanshi Tianzun, a senior from the mythological era who recently returned."

Yuanshi Tianzun, a powerful figure among the Nine Heavenly Venerables of mythology!

The legendary powerful figure who supposedly died countless years ago is still alive!

Xiao Fan was indeed very surprised. Wasn't it said that Yuanshi Tianzun had already perished, both in body and spirit? How could he return?

The Primordial Celestial Venerable smiled gently: "No need for formalities, Great Emperor of Heaven and Earth, the younger generation is truly formidable!"

After everyone was seated, Xiao Fan's gaze finally couldn't help but fall on Jiang Hao. After hesitating for a moment, he finally asked the question that had been buried in his heart for a long time:

"Back in the day, the Heavenly Emperor used the Big Dipper. Was that Elder Jiang an incarnation of you?"

In fact, at this point, he already had a definite idea in his mind.

As his strength grew, he felt more and more the mysterious and terrifying nature of Old Jiang.

In this world, besides the Heavenly Emperor, who else could give him this feeling?

Only the Heavenly Emperor, the only Heavenly Emperor!

I'm asking this now just to confirm it one last time.

In particular, the lightning that suddenly appeared that day specifically struck the Qingming Clan and the Great Sage of Daoyang Mountain.

Thinking about it now, I can tell something was wrong.

Jiang Hao nodded with a smile: "It's me. I experienced the trials of the mortal world back then, and now I walk the path of old age. We have a connection."

Having received a definite answer, Xiao Fan let out a long sigh of relief, a smile of mixed relief and emotion spreading across his face.

"Indeed, I felt that Elder Jiang was mysterious and unpredictable back then. As his cultivation level increased, he became even more unfathomable. Now, in the world, only you, the Heavenly Emperor, can give me such a feeling."

His tone was sincere and filled with gratitude: "If it weren't for Elder Jiang's guidance and protection back then, I would probably not be where I am today. I will never forget this kindness."

Jiang Hao waved his hand, his tone calm: "It's your own hard work that made you this successful. I was just helping you along the way. I'm very pleased that you've come this far."

This was Jiang Hao's honest opinion. He didn't help Xiao Fan much; he only gave him some guidance on cultivation, but didn't provide him with cultivation talent or cultivation methods.

Because Xiao Fan is a true genius, and true geniuses don't need too much interference; they should be allowed to develop naturally.

Jiang Hao has given opportunities to quite a few people, but so far only two have reached Xiao Fan's level: Xiao Fan and the Creation Emperor Yun Li.

Opportunities are important, but personal struggle and insights are even more important. To become an emperor, one must forge one's own path.

Xiao Fan knew that for an existence like the Heavenly Emperor, excessive words of gratitude were meaningless; he would simply keep this kindness in his heart.

His expression turned serious, and he asked the most important question of his trip: "I have come here for two reasons: first, to pay my respects to the Heavenly Emperor, and second, to seek guidance on the path ahead."

Xiao Fan looked at Jiang Hao, his eyes clear and firm: "Although I have only recently attained the Emperor Realm, I know that it is not the end. How then should I seek the legendary Immortal Path? How can I become an immortal?"

Jiang Hao pondered for a moment, then slowly said:

"The path to immortality does indeed exist. So far, through our exploration, we know roughly two things."

"The first is the method of transformation in the mortal world," Jiang Hao said calmly.

"In this mortal world, without relying on external things or seeking the immortal realm, relying solely on oneself, one can live life after life, constantly transforming and being reborn. According to the deductions of myself and my two fellow Daoists, if one can successfully live through about eight or nine lifetimes and finally ascend to immortality, one might be able to defy the heavens and become an immortal in the mortal world."

"Eighth generation? Ninth generation?" Upon hearing this, even though Xiao Fan had become a Great Emperor and his will was as firm as a rock, he couldn't help but gasp.

This is way too exaggerated!

"Or is it just a possibility? This path to immortality in the mortal world is terrifying!"

Xiao Fan knew how difficult it was to transform and live a full life; opportunity, comprehension, and luck were all indispensable.

Eight or nine generations? That would be an unimaginably long and uncertain journey.

Even these three seniors, who clearly have lived more than one lifetime, said "perhaps," which shows how difficult it is.

"It is indeed difficult," Yuanshi Tianzun replied.

"This method is almost defying fate, and every step is like walking on thin ice. Even a powerful Daoist master stopped exploring it in his fifth life. However, if this path is successful, the foundation will be so solid that it is unimaginable, far beyond what ordinary immortal paths can achieve."

Xiao Fan nodded, digesting this shocking information, and then asked another question.

"What did the Emperor just say was the second point?"

"Secondly," Jiang Hao gazed into the endless void, "I want to find a more suitable place for longevity, and slowly cultivate myself into an immortal."

"A world suitable for longevity?" Xiao Fan's spirits lifted.

"That's right," Jiang Hao explained.

"Besides our world, there are other great realms in the chaos. One of them is called the Lesser Immortal Realm. It has a special environment and contains strange substances."

Those who attain enlightenment have lifespans far exceeding ours. If one can enter and cultivate within it, accumulating sufficient merit, the hope of becoming an immortal will greatly increase.

Xiao Fan's eyes lit up; this sounded more reliable than the mortal transformation.

Jiang Hao continued, "I, Fellow Daoist Lingbao, Fellow Daoist Yuanshi, and I have discussed and decided to try to open a relatively stable passage between the two realms, connecting our world with that Lesser Immortal Realm."

He looked at Xiao Fan, his gaze deep and unfathomable.

"The purpose of opening this passage is twofold: first, to explore the way forward and find strategies to deal with future enemies; second, for the sake of future generations, as there will be a continuous stream of emperors in the future, but not everyone will have the opportunity and perseverance to live out a second or third life."

"Instead of letting them die sadly after their lifespan is exhausted, it is better to send them to the Lesser Immortal Realm, where they have a longer lifespan and a better environment to grow and accumulate experience."

Given time, we can establish a foothold there and even develop it into our reserve and forward base.

Jiang Hao had thought of this plan a long time ago; he had this idea after discovering other worlds on the Path to Immortality.

One of the purposes of refining the Nine Cauldrons was to prepare for this, but it has never been put into practice.

Because the timing wasn't right before, establishing a stable partnership between the two realms was no easy task.

It requires both strong capabilities and the right people.

Now that we have the two Heavenly Venerables, Lingbao and Yuanshi, it's perfect. The timing is good, we have enough manpower, and the candidates are excellent.

Xiao Fan is a very suitable first choice for this plan.

He has a good character, strong abilities, and a calm personality, making him the most suitable person to be a vanguard.

Xiao Fan's heart surged with emotion as he listened, and he opened a passage between the two realms!

Sending talent there to manage another realm... The Heavenly Emperor's vision and plans are indeed grand and far-reaching!

This is not only for personal immortality, but also for the continuation and expansion of the entire world!

"What do you need me to do, senior?" Xiao Fan asked directly, vaguely guessing Jiang Hao's intention in bringing this up.

Jiang Hao looked at him and spoke frankly:

"At the beginning of opening the passage, a vanguard who is strong enough, reliable enough, and determined enough is needed to go there."

On one hand, you're well-suited to investigate the true nature of the Lesser Immortal Realm, establishing initial contact and a foothold; on the other hand, you're perfect for receiving any fellow cultivators who may enter later.

Lingbao Tianzun also said, "We are at ease with you as the vanguard."

Xiao Fan barely hesitated. He stood up and bowed respectfully to Jiang Hao and the other two: "This junior is willing to be the vanguard and explore the path ahead!"