plumnovel Chapter 163 Zhen Yuanzi Analyzes the Situation in the Primordial World
Chapter 163 Zhen Yuanzi Analyzes the Situation in the Primordial World
Chapter 163 Zhen Yuanzi Analyzes the Situation in the Primordial World
"It is my honor to discuss the Dao with you two fellow Daoists. Now that we have discussed the Dao and enjoyed tea, I wonder what insights Fellow Daoist Zhen Yuanzi has regarding the current situation in the primordial world and our future path?"
The real core issues have finally been brought to the table.
As the Taoist priest finished speaking, a brief silence fell under the Four Symbols Banana Tree.
Only the steam from the spirit tea rose gently, changing shape in the moonlight, just like the unpredictable and chaotic primordial forces.
A gentle breeze rustles the leaves, as if they too are listening to this conversation that will determine the future.
Upon hearing this, Zhen Yuanzi did not answer immediately. He picked up the white jade teacup in front of him, his fingertips gently rubbing the warm, smooth surface of the cup. His gaze fell down, as if he were staring at the tea leaves floating in the cup, or perhaps trying to discern the deeper mysteries of heaven and earth beneath the tea.
After a moment, he slowly raised his head, his gaze sweeping over the Yin-Yang Taoist and Hongyun. His eyes were as deep as an ancient well, as if the earth's veins flowed and the mountains and rivers changed within them.
"Fellow Daoist Yin Yang's question goes straight to the heart of the matter," Zhen Yuanzi said, his voice steady and deep, carrying a certainty born of experience.
"Since you have asked so frankly, I will speak freely and share some of my humble opinions with you. If there are any omissions or errors, please point them out."
He paused for a moment, as if organizing his thoughts, before launching into a clear and systematic explanation: "Looking at the current state of the primordial world, the general trend may seem clear, but in reality, undercurrents are surging and deadly intentions are lurking. The key lies primarily with the three races."
Zhen Yuanzi said with certainty, "I have had discussions with the Ancestral Dragon, the Primordial Phoenix, and the First Qilin, and I know a little about their paths to enlightenment and their character."
"The way of the First Emperor lies in ruling, gathering the power of the four seas, and controlling the might of all waters."
Its ambition is to bring all the waters of the primordial world, and even the places reached by the water elemental, under its control. It is domineering, majestic, and beyond question.
Their dragon descendants were also largely influenced by this, developing a love of conquest and an insatiable desire for expansion.
"The Emperor's Way of the Primordial Phoenix lies in nobility, tempering its bloodline with the fire of Nirvana, proclaiming itself the ancestor of all birds, the ruler of the sky."
Their path is lofty and inviolable; beneath the Phoenix Clan, all birds must bow their heads. Their obsession with "orthodoxy and order" sometimes surpasses even that of the Dragon Clan; they tolerate no disrespect.
"The way of the Qilin emperor lies in benevolence and virtue, but this benevolence and virtue is mostly extended to his fellow beasts and the lands under his rule."
They are kind and honest, but also xenophobic, valuing closeness and distance. They feel that those who are not of their kind must have different intentions, but they keep this feeling hidden.
Beneath Qilin Cliff, the landscape appears peaceful, but in reality, it is heavily fortified.
Zhen Yuanzi's analysis of the three clans' imperial ways was incisive, clearly demonstrating that his past discussions on the Dao were not mere formalities, but rather a genuine understanding of its essence.
"Although the paths of these three emperors differed—some were domineering, some aloof, and some reserved—their core was all about centralizing power and expansion, with absolutely no genuine heart for inclusiveness and sharing."
In the past, there may have been restraint, but this was because the fundamental principles were obscure, the overall structure was not yet established, and mutual constraints existed.
He changed the subject, his tone slightly somber: "But now, times have changed."
The Way of Heaven manifests, and order is reborn.
The three races swore an oath to rule over land, sea, and air on behalf of Heaven, thus gaining a legitimate and righteous mandate. This was the first change.
"Secondly, by making this vow, they gained the approval of the Heavenly Dao, which bestowed upon them boundless merit, helping them to break through to the late stage of the Primordial Golden Immortal realm in one fell swoop."
With such cultivation, coupled with the already flourishing fortune of their clan, they had already reached the pinnacle of the primordial world.
Power breeds ambition; how long can past restraint be maintained under the halo of absolute power and orthodoxy?
"Thirdly, and this is also crucial,"
Zhen Yuanzi's gaze swept across the void, as if he could see the formless and intangible yet omnipresent evil aura that permeated the primordial world.
"The aura of the Great Calamity has arisen, and it is constantly accumulating and spreading as the friction between the three races intensifies. This aura is extremely strange; it can cloud the mind, amplify desires, and catalyze conflict."
Even beings like the emperors of the three races, immersed in this environment, would inevitably be gradually influenced by the calamity's aura, making increasingly radical and reckless decisions.
He concluded: "Therefore, I assert that among the three clans, whether it is to verify their own imperial path or to attain a higher position under the Heavenly Dao, they are all seeking to achieve this goal."
Whether it's vying for more territory, resources, and fortune to support an ever-growing race, large-scale war is inevitable.
The seemingly balanced tripartite balance is actually sitting on a volcano about to erupt.
The pervasive aura of calamity is the perfect catalyst, only accelerating this process and making the conflict come sooner.
More ferocious, more intense.
Zhen Yuanzi's assessment of the situation of the three races was clear and ruthless. Hongyun frowned and nodded repeatedly, while Yin Yang Daoren's eyes flickered, clearly agreeing with him.
"The conflict between the three races is inevitable. However," Zhen Yuanzi's tone became profound again, "the waters of the primordial world are far deeper than what is visible on the surface."
Besides the three clans that are openly recognized, there are other powerful beings of the Primordial Golden Immortal realm who are secretly plotting and waiting for their opportunity.
Their presence and schemes have made the situation even more chaotic and unpredictable, with numerous variables arising.
At this point, Zhen Yuanzi paused slightly, his gaze seemingly sweeping over the Yin-Yang Daoist, his tone calm yet profound: "Of course, there are also those who can discern the changing times, assess the situation, adjust their strategies, and seek to align themselves with the will of Heaven, cultivate good relationships, and find a ark or play a grand game in this impending catastrophe."
Although he did not say it explicitly, this "mastermind" clearly included the Yin-Yang Taoist himself, and pointed out the deeper motives behind the other party's alliance.
Upon hearing this, the Yin-Yang Daoist's expression remained unchanged, but a hint of understanding and approval flashed in his eyes, indicating that Zhen Yuanzi fully understood his purpose and value.
"In addition," Zhen Yuanzi continued, casting his gaze outwards as if he could see the newly migrated creatures on the outskirts of Wanshou Mountain.
"The primordial wilderness was vast, teeming with myriad races. Besides the three races and their vassals, there were countless scattered cultivators and weaker groups. They struggled to survive in the cracks between the three races, like birds startled by the mere twang of a bow."
Once the war between the three races breaks out, they will be the first to be hit, and countless lives will be lost.
This force may seem scattered and weak, but when gathered together, it should not be underestimated. Its resentment and despair can, in turn, nourish the calamity, creating a vicious cycle.
He downed the slightly cooled spiritual tea in one gulp, set down the cup with a crisp sound, as if to put a period to his analysis.
"In conclusion," Zhen Yuanzi concluded, his gaze sharpening once more, "the current prehistoric world is a giant powder keg, a result of the intertwining of three factors: the timing of the heavens (the manifestation of the Heavenly Dao and the impending Great Calamity), the advantages of the land (the division among the three races and the struggle for resources), and the harmony of the people (the plans of powerful beings and the fear of all races).
The war between the three races is the overt plot, the power struggles among other powerful beings are the covert plot, while the Heavenly Dao and the Great Tribulation are the invisible but inevitable guillotine hanging over the heads of all living beings.
He looked at the Yin-Yang Taoist, his tone returning to its previous calmness, yet carrying a hint of inquiry: "Such a situation can be described as precarious, yet it also harbors hidden opportunities."
Fellow Daoist Yin Yang, what are your thoughts on this? How should we, as ordinary people, conduct ourselves, and how can we find a glimmer of hope for transcendence amidst this raging torrent?
He threw the question back to the Yin-Yang Taoist, both out of respect and to further probe his true thoughts and specific demands for an alliance.
Hongyun also held her breath and looked at the Yin-Yang Taoist, knowing that the real exchange was about to begin.
Beneath the banana tree, the Daoist aura flowed, and the thoughts of the three great masters were closely intertwined with the turbulent undercurrents outside the tranquil Wuzhuang Temple.