Follow the path of Dao from infancy Chapter 1859 Chapter 495: Eternal Preaching

Di Mingyuan's challenge at the Heaven Tower captured the focus of influential leaders from every direction, igniting a massive commotion.

In particular, the heirs of the top ten mighty families wore grave expressions, staring intently at the 130th level of the Heaven Tower, eager to witness Di Mingyuan's performance.

After all, this election for the True King, who will lead the forces of the Ten Thousand Clans, concerns the post-war fortunes of every family and represents a supreme seat that all lineages must fiercely contest.

"Time Dao Origin, after consuming the Time Tree Juice earlier, has now advanced to the Eighth Layer of Origin!"

While Di Mingyuan made his way to the Heaven Tower, Li Hao remained seated cross-legged amidst the onlookers, gradually expanding his domain to envelop himself again, sinking into deep reflection and realization.

The guidance from the Star Empress, perfectly matching the Dao Archive, brought him tremendous gains, with his prior advancements in the Great Dao Origin of the Fifth and Sixth Realms now showing even greater refinement.

"The progress in Carving Arts has also boosted the Golden Dao to the Seventh Layer of Origin!"

Excitement gleamed in Li Hao's eyes, even though the enhancement in Carving Arts wasn't as tightly tied to the insight into the Golden Dao—which now encompassed space-time—the Golden Dao still exerted a profound influence on Carving Arts.

According to the Dao Archive, Li Hao's Golden Dao had achieved flawless mastery at the Seventh Layer of Origin.

His remaining Great Dao paths had likewise surged past the Sixth Realm, ascending to the Seventh Layer of Origin!

"Should I manage to grasp the fourth scroll of enlightenment, I might propel numerous Great Dao paths straight to the Ninth Layer!"

Li Hao pondered inwardly.

Before long, it struck him that as an elite disciple, he held the privilege to seek counsel from the Great Emperor whenever needed.

This realization lit up Li Hao's gaze.

Mastering the fourth scroll of the Dao Archive would skyrocket his battle strength, propelling him toward even loftier heights!

Furthermore, the upgrades across his various Tao Realm Origins could yield unpredictable benefits for his grasp of coexisting multiple Realm Hearts, sharpening his mind and broadening his perspectives.

"If my master were present, I'd consult him directly; since he's away, I can turn to the two Immortal Emperors for advice."

Li Hao mused to himself.

He sorted through his latest epiphanies in his thoughts, then pulled back his domain, preparing to locate the two Immortal Emperors.

Right then, a wave of uproar swept through, prompting Li Hao to glance upward where a massive silhouette plunged rapidly from the Heaven Tower's summit.

"Incredible! Di Mingyuan didn't just conquer the 130th floor—he stormed all the way to the 134th!"

"Climbing five levels at once—what's his cultivation duration here? He's already at the peak of the Immortal King Realm, and yet he achieves such a staggering leap!"

Shock rippled through the crowd; in under a century, he'd surged from the starting benchmark of 125 floors to 134, a gain of nine levels.

Most others had only managed four or five levels since their initial tests, despite devouring vast resources.

"This embodies the unrivaled talents from the grand families—already at the pinnacle, yet they press forward with such speed."

"Impressive, utterly impressive."

Awe filled many spectators, strengthening their reverence for the Heavenly Emperor Clan and deepening their admiration.

Witnessing it firsthand proved far more persuasive than mere hearsay.

"Impressive."

The Star Empress and the Immortal Immortal Emperor observed Di Mingyuan's feats, which slightly exceeded their anticipations, both displaying approval in their expressions.

Should he climb to the 150th floor following his Abyss training, the role of inaugural True King Commander would surely fall to him without question.

"The young talents from rival clans must be under heavy strain now."

The Immortal Immortal Emperor laughed softly, relishing this exact dynamic, for rivalry alone could unleash untapped potentials.

"Excellent."

Within the Emperor Clan, jubilation erupted, as members beheld the returning Di Mingyuan like a triumphant deity of battle—this was their clan's shining glory.

"Di Mingyuan..."

Among the Saint Clans, numerous peak Immortal King Realm experts furrowed their brows in concern; this True King slot would inevitably go to Di Mingyuan, though his claim to first True King Commander remained uncertain—but for now, no rival could eclipse his dominance.

"The current successor of the Emperor Clan appears hardly inferior to Di Wushe."

In the Heavenly Battle Clan, an Elder at the Immortal King Realm's peak narrowed his eyes; his existence spanned an immense antiquity, over seventy to eighty thousand years, placing him in Di Wushe's generation—or even preceding it by millennia—as Di Wushe's senior.

Yet he lingered at the Immortal King Realm's perfection.

This stemmed from his long-held devotion to the Emperor Dao, shunning the Quasi-Emperor path.

He yearned to vault directly from Immortal King to the divine heights, bypassing Quasi-Emperor entirely, to claim the exalted Supreme God Venerable status.

As a pinnacle Immortal King from a premier clan, his aspirations towered above the ordinary.

Still, during his own Heaven Tower trial, he'd only attained the 123rd floor.

A mere ten floors below Di Mingyuan's fresh triumph.

"Old Ancestor Jue Shen, employing your secret arts would place you above this Di Mingyuan!"

A fellow peak Immortal King from the Heavenly Battle Clan whispered nearby.

Even at the Immortal King Realm's zenith, he honored Jue Shen as Old Ancestor, respecting their shared bloodline's traditions.

"The Emperor Clan possesses their own secret arts; no point dwelling on it."

Jue Shen responded coolly.

Though he spoke thus, he recognized his arsenal of forbidden methods vastly outstripped this youthful Di Mingyuan—after all, those seventy to eighty thousand years weren't squandered; he simply awaited the moment to bare his teeth.

Aspiring for the top True King spot? He smirked inside; unleashing his invincible Emperor Dao would make the 134th floor seem trivial.

"The Emperor Clan always craves the limelight."

In the Chaos Clan, several peak Immortal King Realm figures displayed clear irritation.

During this trial, those surpassing a hundred floors numbered five from the Emperor Clan alone, led by Di Mingyuan, overshadowing every other lineage.

This piled enormous strain on the remaining great families, elevating the Emperor Clan's renown to its zenith.

"Hmph, the final laugh matters most."

A peak Immortal King from their ranks scoffed.

As one of the elite ten clans, they refused to yield to the Emperor Clan, eyeing not just True King spots but the crown of First True King above all.

As chatter filled the air, Li Hao shifted his attention from Di Mingyuan, his mind drifting to senior brother Di Wushe and companion Di Lincen, drawing an involuntary sigh—truly, the Emperor Clan nurtured freaks.

Shaking his head, Li Hao recentered his focus, unwilling to let others derail him; personal cultivation demanded priority.

He soared toward the Heaven Tower, making straight for its highest point.

A few spotted Li Hao's approach, first startled by his modest Second Layer King Realm cultivation. Upon seeing him near the two Immortal Emperors, they guessed he could be a prized seedling or high-grade contender.

Even so, most saw scant distinction, given the Second Layer King Realm's relative weakness, barring him from True King contention.

"Junior Li Hao pays respects to the two Great Emperors."

Li Hao arrived atop the Heaven Tower, sensing the intensifying Emperor's Might pressing down, which urged him to offer a deep bow.

"The disciple of Dao Origin Immortal Emperor? Rise, no formalities needed."

The Star Empress regarded Li Hao with steady composure, her regard for this exceptional youth deeply etched.

"Earlier, this junior selected the elite resource 'Tao Collection'; desiring both, I humbly request your insights."

Li Hao bowed politely in appeal.

The Immortal Immortal Emperor gave a gentle smile, "I never thought I'd get to mentor a direct heir of Dao Origin. Building on Star's recent lessons, feel free to voice any lingering doubts."

They extended remarkable warmth to Li Hao, the personal successor of an Immortal Emperor.

Noting their approachability, Li Hao eased his tension, "This junior seeks counsel on the fourth chapter."

"The fourth chapter?"

The Immortal Immortal Emperor and Star Empress paused in surprise, their eyes widening. The Star Empress inquired, "You've fully grasped the third chapter's lessons already?"

"Indeed."

Li Hao affirmed with a nod.

This revelation amplified their shock, as Li Hao stood merely at the Second Layer King Realm, yet had transcended multiple barriers past the sixth level.

To clarify, the Tao Collection's third chapter harmonizes with countless daos rather than isolated ones, where even Immortal Monarch Realm geniuses might master a lone dao to the Seventh Level, with rarities hitting the Eighth Layer Origin Realm.

But achieving broad surpassing of the Sixth Level proved extraordinarily challenging, since superior gifts often led to specialized depth.

"Show me."

The Star Empress directed Li Hao.

Not from skepticism, but to assess the depth of his command.

In reply, Li Hao revealed his Nine Order Dao in sequence, with Tao Realm currents swirling around him, celestial radiance converging, laws weaving through, summoning the Ten Thousand Dao Laws into vivid display.

Observing how Li Hao's Nine Order and Ten Thousand Dao had pierced the Origin Sixth Realm, the Star Empress and Immortal Immortal Emperor revealed profound admiration; this youth was a true prodigy, explaining Dao Origin Immortal Emperor's high esteem.

Among Immortal Emperors, Dao Origin Immortal Emperor maintained a select few disciples.

"Given your current Tao Realm, combined with your Infinite Emperor Skill and True God Blood that eclipses your peers, you ought to attain 60 layers."

The Star Empress remarked.

Li Hao agreed with a nod; upon reaching the Second Layer King Realm, he sensed the potential to hit 60 layers, possibly pushing to the seventieth.

"Very well, I'll share the guidance now. Ponder it deeply—grasping even half the fourth chapter will markedly boost your fighting ability. As your cultivation progresses, after the Abyss trials, you could vie for the True King's deputy position."

The contest for True King's deputy demanded at least ninety layers, with present standards pointing toward ninety-eighth and beyond.

Factoring in limited openings and escalating cultivations, the rivalry grew fiercer.

"I understand."

Li Hao nodded, intent on claiming the True King's deputy to gain some command, thereby shielding Feng and Emperor Yu in his forces.

In an era of endless chaos, genuine security resided within the Ten Thousand Clans' grand arrays.

"Come with me."

The Immortal Immortal Emperor announced.

He lifted his hand, severing the space-time encircling Li Hao, whisking him into an extraordinary domain.

Here, all elements and laws seemed frozen in place, unchanging and eternal, evoking timeless stasis.

Beholding this wonder, Li Hao marveled, discerning it as the emperor's fabricated realm.

"I've heard you studied under Heavenly Calamity and inherited its essence; this is my fabricated realm, Eternity."

The Immortal Immortal Emperor explained to Li Hao.

Li Hao felt mildly taken aback by the emperor's knowledge of his history.

"Produce the Tao Collection and delve into its truths."

The Immortal Immortal Emperor directed.

Li Hao grew solemn, drawing forth the Tao Collection to immerse himself in its profound knowledge.

Around the Immortal Immortal Emperor, the Ten Thousand Dao Laws gathered and fused, as he delivered his lecture, exposing vast and complex principles.