Follow the path of Dao from infancy Chapter 1671 Chapter 423: Old Acquaintance from the Southern Domain, Pioneering the Chaos Dao! (Triple Chapter)
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Li Hao had previously gained knowledge of the Chaos Laws during his time with the Su Family. He knew that grasping these laws granted an Immortal Monarch the power to rival those in the Immortal King Realm, creating a massive gap in strength that few could bridge.
Nevertheless, a significant distinction remained between wielding the Chaos Laws and truly challenging the Immortal King Realm. After all, the transition between realms and laws constitutes a fundamental qualitative transformation!
"Since you have just arrived, it is time for you to meet your senior brothers and sister."
Following their discussion on Cultivation, the Dao Origin Immortal Emperor gestured lightly. An extraordinary ripple of Emperor Realm power disturbed the void, resembling a lone droplet falling into a silent, still lake.
With a faint sound, six swirling vortices manifested within the empty space.
Shortly after, three of these portals shifted. Vague silhouettes materialized behind them, slowly sharpening into focus like projected images or descending incarnations.
"Disciple offers greetings to Master."
The three figures emerged from the vortices and immediately performed a respectful bow toward the Dao Origin Immortal Emperor seated upon his throne.
"I have accepted a new junior brother for you all. Familiarize yourselves with one another so you may provide him with guidance in the future."
The Dao Origin Immortal Emperor spoke with an air of indifference.
The trio turned their gaze toward Li Hao in the center of the hall, their faces quickly reflecting their astonishment.
As experts at the Quasi-Emperor Realm, they could easily sense Li Hao's soul fluctuations; he was barely a hundred years old. Yet, his Cultivation Realm had already reached the Third Level of the Immortal Monarch Realm!
Another freak of nature... Their expressions flickered momentarily before they regained their composure.
As disciples under their Master, every single one of them was a monster in their own right, varying only in the specific nature of their gifts. Even if there were slight differences in talent, they remained the premier heaven's chosen of the world.
Having attained the Quasi-Emperor Realm, they no longer placed much weight on innate talent. Without achieving enlightenment of the Emperor Realm and carving out their own Emperor Road, everyone was ultimately destined to remain tethered to the mortal plane.
"Haotian greets my senior brothers and sister."
Li Hao observed his three seniors with internal amazement. The two men and one woman possessed auras as profound and polished as Su Zhenyuan’s.
The Quasi-Emperor Realm... they stood just a single step away from the Immortal Emperor Realm, perched on the threshold of this world's peak!
"Haotian, I am your eldest senior brother, Gu Mofan!"
The youth in the lead spoke with a stern face. A golden sigil glowed upon his brow, giving him a divine and noble appearance, much like a legitimate deity.
However, he treated Li Hao with a gentle air, lacking the typical arrogance and overwhelming pressure associated with the Quasi-Emperor Realm; he seemed quite easy to talk to.
"The surname Gu..." Li Hao’s mind raced, thinking back to Gu Yan and that youth from the Ancient God Clan.
"Indeed, I hail from the Ancient God Clan. I joined Master six thousand years ago, and currently, I have an avatar dedicated to cultivation and meditation within the Primordial True Realm."
Gu Mofan seemed to read Li Hao's expression and added, "Should you visit the Ancient God Clan in the future, simply give them my name or send me word. They will certainly provide you with a grand welcome."
Li Hao was aware that the Ancient God Clan was overseen by a Great Emperor—and likely more than one—as they were ranked among the top ten strongest clans in the True Realm.
"I thank you, Senior Brother," he replied with a polite bow.
"I am your second senior brother, Di Wushe!"
Standing nearby, a youth with silver hair cascading down his back spoke to Li Hao in a calm tone.
He naturally radiated an Emperor’s Might, standing in the void like a sovereign. If Gu Mofan was like a god, then Di Wushe was like an Immortal God Emperor. His presence was even more unique and striking, as if he existed beyond the constraints of time and space.
Li Hao was visibly startled. While many surnames were common in the True Realm, the name 'Di' was unique.
Only the Emperor Clan, standing at the very top of the Hundred Races of the True Realm, had the audacity to use the surname Di!
He belongs to the same clan as Di Lincen... Li Hao thought of Di Lincen, who must have reached the Primordial True Realm long ago, though his current location was unknown.
Then, his eyes flickered as he remembered Di Ji Ming, the Quasi-Emperor’s Son at the Immortal Monarch Realm who had once tried to block his path.
"If you run into the Emperor Clan, just mention me. Even though I no longer hold the title of Emperor’s Son, they should still recognize my name."
Di Wushe stated matter-of-factly.
Li Hao nodded. Even if he had friction with Di Ji Ming, it didn't interfere with his bond with Di Lincen, nor his brotherhood with Di Wushe as fellow disciples.
In massive families, members were diverse, and personal matters were kept separate.
"And I am your third senior sister, Zhan Qinghuang!"
The woman, dressed in a crimson battle skirt accented with silver-white, gave Li Hao a captivating smile.
Her silhouette was as elegant as a fire fairy, and every movement she made carried an alluring charm.
"Just like the others said, if you meet the Heavenly Battle Clan, bring up my name. They will treat you with respect and ensure no ignorant fools cause you trouble."
"The surname Zhan..."
Li Hao was stunned. The Ancient God Clan, the Emperor Clan, and now a member of the Heavenly Battle Clan—all three were part of the ten great clans of the True Realm, each backed by a Great Emperor.
The fact that his Master could take the geniuses of these legendary clans as Direct Disciples suggested his status and network were incredibly vast.
"Junior brother, which clan do you belong to? I haven't heard of a prominent clan with the surname Hao in the True Realm."
Gu Mofan asked out of curiosity.
Li Hao realized that his Master wanted him to build these connections to prevent future misunderstandings or conflicts. Beyond personal cultivation, social ties were vital, a lesson Li Hao had learned long ago.
"I do not belong to a clan. I was not born into a great family, though I have several close friends."
Li Hao answered.
At those words, the eyes of Gu Mofan and the others narrowed in surprise. No clan?