Follow the path of Dao from infancy Chapter 1794 Chapter 466: Remolding
Previously on Follow the path of Dao from infancy...
"Two World Hearts?"
The Dao Origin Immortal Emperor stared fixedly, his gaze appearing to cut through the emptiness, delving into the core of Li Hao's immortal physique and spotting those two quiet world hearts.
Back when Li Hao made his breakthrough, the emperor had observed from a distance in the hall, sensing only relief. Though he felt astonishment at Li Hao forming a second world heart, it paled in comparison to the junior's feat of grasping 69 stars in just one day, so it didn't strike him as overly remarkable.
Yet now, with these two world hearts achieving a kind of equilibrium inside Li Hao's form, refusing to merge, it drew his closer scrutiny.
As the Dao Origin Immortal Emperor materialized, projections of Di Wushè, Gu Mofan, and the rest followed suit, assembling beyond the modest courtyard.
With Li Hao freshly elevated to Immortal King status, his fellow disciples naturally arrived to offer their felicitations.
"Greetings, Master."
All chorused together.
"Haotian, reveal your world hearts to me,"
the Dao Origin Immortal Emperor instructed Li Hao.
Li Hao quickly realized his master had detected the issue with his world hearts. Without concealment, he promptly called forth the pair, along with the accompanying realms that surfaced alongside them, wrapping around him entirely.
At this sight, Gu Mofan, Di Wushè, and the others, fresh from paying respects to their master, froze in disbelief. Their eyes widened sharply as they gazed at Li Hao with astonishment.
Even Shi Miao couldn't mask his amazement—not only had Li Hao formed two world hearts simultaneously, but they stayed separate, existing side by side without merging!
"How is this possible?!"
"Two world hearts existing together, and no trace of them consuming each other?!"
Zhan Qinghuang cried out in alarm, her usual poise as a Quasi-Emperor Realm expert and a battle-hardened genius from the War Clan shattering in the moment.
Di Wushè and Gu Mofan stood there stupefied, their minds reeling in confusion and awe, as a storm of ideas raced through their thoughts, ultimately settling on two key words: Emperor Road!
The Dao Origin Immortal Emperor observed closely, scrutinizing Li Hao's dual world hearts with care. Before long, the tension in his brow eased, a grin forming as he addressed Li Hao:
"Impressive, truly excellent—despite lingering imperfections, should you refine them... this could become your Emperor Road!"
His master's declaration snapped the others from their daze, pulling them from one wave of shock into an even deeper one.
The youngest disciple, who had only just ascended to King level, had already brushed against the edges of the Emperor Road?!
Di Lingshu's lips parted slightly, words failing her, as she suddenly comprehended the boldness behind Li Hao's refusal to affirm the Heavenly Heart. This must be the assurance of an unmatched genius!
She herself had been hailed as a supreme talent since childhood, showered with endless acclaim, but in this gathering, she felt her own light fading into the background.
Next to this little junior brother, no one else deserved the title of prodigy.
"Emperor Road..."
Gu Mofan and Di Wushè shared a look, reading the mix of astonishment and envy in each other's expressions. They had devoted tens of thousands of years to tracing the Emperor Road's faint shape, yet failed to etch a true path. But here was their little junior, barely entering the Immortal King Realm, already charting his own.
Two world hearts in harmony—indeed, such a clear path to Emperor!
Defying the impossible, shattering limits, forging ahead into uncharted lands—this defined an Emperor.
"Others have pondered this Emperor Road before, but not one has grazed its edges, let alone begun the journey. Yet our little junior already sustains the equilibrium of two world hearts. If he refines it further, allowing even more to coexist, it would bring immense gains to every Immortal King across the True Realm, boosting their battle strength twofold!"
Gu Mofan recovered his wits and voiced his awe.
He understood that should this Emperor Road take form, its influence on the Immortal King stage would be profound—these Kings formed the backbone of major powers, even the forebears of mighty lineages. They would owe Li Hao an eternal debt, marking his legacy as transformative for the True Realm's myriad races!
The rest also grasped the terrifying promise in Li Hao's Emperor Road, falling into awed quiet.
As the master's direct pupils, they once felt their edge over peers in the same realm was unmatched, but Li Hao's presence revealed what real brilliance looked like, casting them as ordinary by contrast.
Everyone offered Li Hao their congratulations, lavish with compliments. Li Hao found himself overwhelmed by the attention, a bit embarrassed—it was merely fortunate timing on his part.
The Dao Origin Immortal Emperor's eyes held warmth, though his tone remained steady. "This route has intrigued thinkers since antiquity. Carving multiple world hearts leads to the Emperor Road, but none have managed the initial stride. Even those who try soon discover it's a flawed approach, halting progress and dooming the effort."
"Your framework bears weaknesses; refining them might upend old ways entirely, so proceed with care."
Li Hao saw his master's concern over potential overconfidence and bowed his head. "I'll give it everything, Master."
He recognized too that adding a third or fourth world heart could render his current technique obsolete. Etching this Emperor Road proved no small feat, or it wouldn't have baffled so many geniuses.
The group heeded the Dao Origin Immortal Emperor's caution to Li Hao, ceasing their accolades and instead sending supportive looks his way.
"You've only just broken through—once you've settled in, seek me at the grand hall."
The Dao Origin Immortal Emperor announced, vanishing in an instant.
Witnessing this, the others took their leave from Li Hao in turn.
"The Dao Origin Immortal Emperor speaks wisely, but I trust you'll press on and forge this Emperor Road!"
Shi Miao urged Li Hao.
Li Hao nodded. "I will."