The Sims: I Open the Immortal Path for All Beings Chapter 2303 - Capítulo 2303: 2248–2249: The Jade Emperor Takes Action, Heavenly Gang Divine Power 2
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Chapter 2303: Chapter 2248–2249: The Jade Emperor Takes Action, Heavenly Gang Divine Power 2
“Earth, fire, wind, and water, forge the Golden Core, immortal and indestructible!” Pang Hong leaped up suddenly, his stance unwavering amidst the turbulent chaotic currents. He allowed the chaos flow to crash against him, yet it could not cause him the slightest injury.
Within his Golden Core, four distinct lights surfaced, signifying earth, fire, wind, and water. He consumed these lights directly and began the process of refining them. A massive aura radiated from his form, striking awe throughout the entire chaos.
“The Golden Core is eternal; only a Golden Core that is forever indestructible represents the true Golden Core Dao!” Pang Hong sensed that in this moment, standing in the heart of the chaos, he could easily ingest the Chaos Yuan Qi for his Cultivation. He felt himself growing continuously, as if he had returned to the origin of a mother’s womb, drawing in Chaos Yuan Qi to flourish.
“Is this truly the strength of the ninth transformation of the Golden Core? It is magnificent!” Pang Hong breathed the chaotic Yuan Qi in and out, a look of triumph crossing his face. A small boat made of purple divine thunder manifested beneath his feet, shimmering with an enigmatic light as it carried him through the chaos.
A streak of light merged into his body; it was the Sanbao Jade Ruyi, a magical treasure forged from his own will. Containing the combined power of his Essence, Qi, and Spirit, it possessed the strength to suppress a Quasi-Taoist with a single wave.
“From this day forward, I shall be a Taoist Monarch!” Pang Hong declared coldly, his divine eyes scanning the Chaos Void with a piercing gaze.
“Your Majesty, you have arrived a bit late!”
Although Pei Xuanjing had intervened to intercept several people for him, it did not imply that he would shield Pang Hong from every single adversary.
To successfully transcend a tribulation, one must face the trials to break through; merely dodging the tribulation without enduring it diminishes one’s potential, even if it is a reliable way to survive the process.
A tribulation is more than just a peril; it hides numerous opportunities for creation within it. Only by experiencing the tribulation can a cultivator obtain the creation of Heaven and Earth.
If one avoids the tribulation, many dangers are bypassed, but the gifts bestowed by Heaven and Earth are similarly lost.
Therefore, while Pei Xuanjing certainly had the power to block all foes for Pang Hong, he intentionally left a gap in the path.
The individual Pang Hong addressed as “Your Majesty” was none other than the reigning Emperor of Heaven, the Jade Emperor.
The Jade Emperor had also made his move, electing to serve as Pang Hong’s human tribulation. However, his timing was precise—he did not strike during the heat of the tribulation process, but immediately after Pang Hong had finished it.
Heaven and Earth possess their own will, just as the Chaos Void does. Any person who interferes during a tribulation is seen by the Chaos Void as an assistant helping the other cross, which inevitably drags the intervener into the trial as well.
Consequently, any human tribulation must strike either before the thunder tribulation intensifies or at the very conclusion, but never while the tribulation is active.
Even though Pang Hong had just triumphed over his tribulation, bolstered by the Heavenly Earthly Force and fighting at his peak, he remained slightly inferior to the Jade Emperor.
One must remember that although the Jade Emperor is not a long-standing Taoist Monarch, the terrifying combat power he displayed through his Imperial Honors and role as Emperor of Heaven recently was truly staggering.
“Led by the hand of destiny, I am compelled to act. I hope Mr. Pang can find it in himself to forgive me.” The Jade Emperor offered a faint smile, his voice slow and measured.
By calling him “Mr. Pang,” the Jade Emperor made it clear he was acting as an individual, not in his formal role as the ruler of the heavens.
The Jade Emperor spoke with sincerity; without the warning from Tian Ji, he would not have chosen to intervene now, as it clearly risked offending both Pang Hong and the powerful Pei Xuanjing standing behind him.
For the Jade Emperor personally, there were certain conflicts of interest with Pei Xuanjing and the Shenxiao Sect. However, these disputes were not impossible to resolve and were minor compared to other rivalries.
Nevertheless, as the Emperor of Heaven, he was bound to act according to destiny, unable to defy the will of Heaven and Earth at this juncture.
“It matters not, Your Majesty. Please, make your move!” Pang Hong shook his head slightly, showing that he took no offense.
Human tribulations for a Taoist Monarch generally fall into two categories: those born from personal grudges where the attacker wants to prevent the cultivator from certifying the Tao.
The other category is steered by the will of Heaven and Earth, forcing powerful individuals to step forward as human tribulations to settle karma.
This is a necessity; if human tribulations only arose from personal enmity, those without rivals would simply bypass this critical stage.
Thus, the guidance of Heaven and Earth ensures that every powerful being undergoing a tribulation must face such a challenge.
Imperial Divine Fist!
The Jade Emperor wasted no time on further pleasantries; with a relaxed strike, he unleashed a hidden, incredibly potent killing intent that was both sharp and overwhelming.
The terrifying punch felt as if a supreme emperor were surveying heaven and earth, with the masses bowing down in worship of the Emperor of Heaven.
He resembled the ancient Son of Heaven, the offspring of Heaven and Earth who held the power of life and death over all things, ruling the Nine Heavens and Ten Earths. With one punch, he tapped into the Original Source of Heaven and Earth, using Sovereign Qi to crush all directions, dominating the world with an unstoppable force.
Observing the Jade Emperor’s Imperial Divine Fist, Pang Hong did not dare treat his opponent lightly.
Even though this was not the Jade Emperor’s final trump card, the divine ability in his hands exhibited a horrifying level of combat power that shocked all observers.
He walked the Emperor’s Path, shielded by Dragon Qi and commanding the inhabitants of Heaven and Earth.
He was no mere figurehead; the Emperor of Heaven is truly the Emperor of Heaven. For as long as he holds that throne, he is the Master of the Heavenly Court, governing the Divine Continent on behalf of the heavens without question.
His Dragon Qi was the real deal; with its enhancement, the power of the Imperial Divine Fist was immense, rivaling the top-tier divine abilities of many Taoist Monarchs.
Clang!
The ring of a blade echoed as the Thunder Sword manifested in Pang Hong’s grip. He slashed out instantly, the piercing sword light tearing through the void and severing the shadow of the incoming punch.
The Jade Emperor, wearing his crown and draped in Dragon Qi, looked down upon the world with an unmatched aura, seeking to obliterate everything with his reach.
A series of violent collisions erupted between the two titans. Pang Hong displayed his exceptional combat prowess, catching the eye of many powerful figures throughout the Divine Land World.
The Supreme Sect Leader of the Shenxiao Sect was finally revealing his formidable strength; while perhaps not yet exceeding the most elite Taoist Monarchs, he was undoubtedly a rare and powerful being.
Devouring mountains and rivers while overlooking every corner of the world, the Imperial Divine Fist in the Jade Emperor’s hands grew steadily more potent, gathering divine power without end. This specific technique inevitably forced a life-or-death result once fully committed. Imperial Qi gathered around him in a constant stream, building his momentum until every movement seemed to demand the submission of all living things, forcing the heroes of Heaven and Earth to kneel.
Yet Pang Hong remained unfazed by the Imperial Divine Fist. Even as the intent behind the punch became more terrifying, he continued to glide through the Chaos Void with ease, blocking the divine strikes effortlessly.
“Mastery of Five Thunders!” Suddenly, the magic sword in Pang Hong’s hand disappeared. The Sanbao Jade Ruyi returned to his palm, and with a light wave, an infinite amount of thunder surged toward the Jade Emperor.
This was one of the Taoist School’s Thirty-Six Heavenly Gang Great Divine Techniques—Mastery of Five Thunders.
The Five Thunders are, in reality, the Five Qi. These thunders correspond to the five internal organs. When the Qi of these organs is unified as one, the Great Tao is achieved, allowing one to master the intricacies of the Five Thunders. This power can “command thunder, govern lightning, summon rain, call for clear skies, expel spirits, conquer demons, wipe out pests, and cure sickness, while refining and guiding souls.”
As the Supreme Sect Leader of a premier immortal sect, Pang Hong was naturally entitled to learn the finest divine techniques of the Taoist School, and the Mastery of Five Thunders happened to be his most compatible skill.
This legendary thunder-path technique of the Taoist School exploded from Pang Hong’s hands with unimaginable destructive force, turning the void into a vast sea of lightning that descended to trap the Jade Emperor.