Evil Venerable of the Sword Dao

Chapter 1431 - 170: The Emperor Discusses Yin Yang

Feng Zishuang and Sisi get along very harmoniously, and they clearly have developed a certain level of cognitive ability and unique emotional experience. Gradually, their gaze gained a true sparkle, rather than the blank look akin to that of a maid.

This is a positive change, bringing Zhou Yan great gratification and satisfaction.

Afterward, Zhou Yan went to see Long Xianyin, Qian Xi, and Qing Nimei among others. Each person’s busyness carried its own corresponding significance.

Harmony and nature were vividly reflected here.

Zhou Yan finally felt relieved, and then, without telling anyone, he transformed into a bubble and quietly left the Elf Domain.

After leaving the Elf Domain, Zhou Yan originally intended to head to the Boundary Stele Land—a place once sealed by the Thunder Flame Monarch, located within the fissure of a space-time gate. The way to unlock it is through the Thunder Seal.

This point, only Zhou Yan knows, and only he can open it now.

That place, Zhou Yan had information that would allow him to step into the Eternal Life Fifth Principle Realm.

However, just as Zhou Yan flew out of the range of the Eternal Elf Great Hall, departing from the shrouded area of the King’s Main City, a unique aura emerged, then formed a distinct Purple Energy Space that enveloped Zhou Yan.

With a start, Zhou Yan looked towards the unknown Void Land.

There, a figure flickered, followed by a voice echoing in Zhou Yan’s mind: "Zhou Yan, return to Sumeru Immortal Mountain, I need to see you regarding something."

"Enter the Purple Energy Space, and with the Immortal of Cutting Space principles connect with my Immortality Principle, it will enable the traversal of space power."

The purple aura conveyed the Emperor’s message.

This information was quite substantial, indicating significant matters were unfolding.

Who was the Emperor? Even his former avatar Lee Ling was exceedingly stable, let alone the Emperor Fu Xi, such an unparalleled sovereign?

This supreme sovereign, at this moment, revealed strains of unique solemnity in his message, causing Zhou Yan’s heart to grow solemn.

Zhou Yan’s heart bore a slight sense of foreboding, the situation indeed had grown complicated, although he couldn’t describe this complexity, the feeling surely wasn’t mistaken. As the Lord of Thunder Punishment, what could possibly incite such a false sense of foreboding from his instinctive sensing?

Zhou Yan’s expression was cold and determined, he immediately sent a message to Emperor Fu Xi, agreeing to his request, then Zhou Yan swiftly entered the Purple Energy Space.

But the next moment, after a slight meditation, Zhou Yan turned and headed to the Elf Domain, retrieving some leaves from the Life Ancient Tree, then once more returned to the Purple Energy Space.

An indescribable reason led Zhou Yan to choose some fresh leaves from the Life Ancient Tree; these were the top-tier materials for Enlightenment Tea, and no matter how serious the matter, Zhou Yan realized it inevitably required calm.

The effect of Enlightenment Tea, although not particularly outstanding, could indeed ease a trace of worry for a figure akin to the Emperor.

Therefore, Zhou Yan brought some of his sentiments along as he went.

This was the first time Zhou Yan prepared so thoughtfully for anyone, yet whether it was for the Emperor or Hong Jun, they both deserved it.

Upon standing in the Purple Energy Space, Zhou Yan immediately deployed the Secret Technique of the Immortal of Cutting Space, combining the might of the Hong Jun Sword, this method instantly achieved the penetration of space.

It was at that moment, a mysterious rule clashed with Zhou Yan’s Immortality Principle in a combative collision akin to destruction, yet Zhou Yan felt no unusual energy fluctuation at all.

All energy fluctuations vanished, sinking into an unknown void, and at this moment, a singularity in the void emerged, similar to the one atop the Ancestor Dragon Warship, manifesting a force of water upon its appearance.

The moment the Water Power appeared, it derived into a mist-like aura, enshrouding Zhou Yan.

Zhou Yan did not resist this encasement, instead, he released all defenses, allowing this Water Power to envelop him.

Indeed, within a moment of this power’s emergence, Zhou Yan immediately sensed the transformation in space-time, and then, Zhou Yan was already at the top of the Immortal Mountain.

Sumeru Immortal Mountain, still the familiar Sumeru Immortal Mountain.

The small wooden house atop the mountain remained unchanged.

In the distance, the beautiful scenery and vast aura remained just as grand.

Nearby, every familiar scene was just as it was when he initially left.

And at this moment, upon Zhou Yan’s arrival, the Emperor Fu Xi was already before him.

He took a careful look at Zhou Yan and said, "Not bad, it seems you listened to my words before leaving, yes, this approach indeed laid an extremely solid foundation for you, it’s truly the greatest good fortune. Moreover, you have some additional fortuitous encounters, quite outstanding."

As Fu Xi spoke, he couldn’t help but reveal a very natural smile.

His eyes, like the Eight Diagrams, shifted from being profound to casual and natural, giving a very good impression.

Even if the middle-aged man in purple before him wasn’t Fu Xi, merely this favorable impression would inspire a desire for friendship in Zhou Yan, not to mention someone like the Emperor with such a commanding presence?

Zhou Yan bitterly smiled and said, "Emperor, I never expected that someone like you would say such words. I wonder, did you deeply experience this point in the past?"

"Oh, you brat, you actually tease me, haha, not bad."

The Emperor laughed, clearly quite pleased.

The previous solemn transmission didn’t seem to be real at all.

However, Zhou Yan was not in a hurry.

The more significant the matter, the less haste is required.

The Emperor’s example in this regard had reached the extreme, and Zhou Yan could only look up to him. However, Zhou Yan also displayed his ability to restrain himself, not wanting to cause any dissatisfaction with the Emperor.

Perhaps, this was merely a child’s admiration and respect for his ancestor.

Thinking about it, Zhou Yan couldn’t help but laugh.

The Emperor said with a smile, "Human relations are actually the most intrinsic matter. Just take some life forms for example, their mating occurs in an instant, and public antics are not seen as abnormal. It’s just humans overthinking things."

"Not delighting in external objects, not saddened by oneself, etc., are all manifestations of this situation. Like dogs, they’re neither humble nor lowly, but when dogs choose a mate, the first thing they do is engage with each other, even if other dogs are watching, it’s no big deal."

"Relatively speaking, having too many rules actually restricts many things, making intrinsic nature hard to speak of, which is a kind of regression."

"Human relations, intrinsic nature, and even the manifestation of desire are actually a kind of rule. Heaven and Earth divide into Yin Yang to become a world, Chaos divides into Yin Yang to derive into the Primordial.

Only with Yin Yang divided is there night and day, the origin of the world.

Yin Yang combination, Yin Yang Jiao Tai, is an essential cultivation and won’t make the realm superficial.

What’s superficial is not the realm but the mental state, the transformation degree of the Eternal Spirit."

"Thus, I always acted straightforwardly. I also had a wife, and when the tribe was unstable, we formed alliances, making even the most arrogant women find joy under my hips. This is ability, a man’s capital, not something to laugh at."

"Truly great figures are often not bothered by these and act freely, always translating thoughts into actions."

"Open your heart. Whether you can see through intrinsic nature is fundamental. Don’t you feel that this time you’ve made significant progress all around, freeing yourself from many inexplicable shackles? This is the reason behind it."

The Emperor explained.

This explanation was very detailed, so detailed that it made Zhou Yan feel ashamed.

And the earlier intention to jest with the Emperor transformed into a sense of awkwardness and embarrassment.

However, Zhou Yan was not embarrassed, as the communication with the Emperor was carefree and natural.

"Yes, the Emperor’s words are indeed true, and this time, I truly saw through many essential things, so everything aligns well. But even though there’s a good foundation, facing the Source of Evil still feels weak."

Zhou Yan thought for a bit and expressed some concerns he had.

Hearing these concerns, the Emperor showed a serious expression.

"These matters don’t need too much worry for now. The reason I sought you was to have you deal with some things, and also to give you an account regarding Hou Chen and others. Otherwise, your thoughts can’t fully be expressed and might be affected."

"I’ve learned most of your situation. You’ve done very well, really well, far better than I imagined. It seems that not only Hong Jun Ancestor but also Dragon Turtle Xuanwu is assisting you. With them stepping in, some matters that would require me can be postponed."

The Emperor said.

Zhou Yan, however, was indifferent, as the Emperor could easily allow Xian Yin and others to enter the Elf Secret Realm. If he wanted to know some things, it wouldn’t be difficult.

Zhou Yan had long sensed that the Emperor’s realm was unfathomable, clearly not the realm of the Eternal Spirit, but more like the unique realm released by the Lord of Ice and Snow.

Although Zhou Yan couldn’t judge, there was no doubt the Emperor’s realm was the King Realm, and he was undoubtedly a distinguished figure among them.

Yet, such a figure was currently limited to being in the Sumeru Immortal Mountain, which was the most frustrating thing.

Thinking of this, Zhou Yan, though silent, found that the Emperor still vaguely sensed it.

He gave Zhou Yan an encouraging look, his eyes showing a wise expression.

"Don’t worry too much. Things are moving positively. I sought you urgently due to time constraints, not because of any major event. So, you need not worry. Although my current state is as you might expect, not very good, some matters can still be handled, and there will be no disaster or calamity here for the time being."

"This time I told you that Hou Chen and others have safely arrived at Shanjian City.

Shanjian City is a very unique place. It was once a sealing place created by me and some great figures, containing premium cultivation resources suitable for Hou Chen’s cultivation. Therefore, I sent their group there."