Invincible Divine Destiny Selection System Chapter 2002: The Empire’s New Era
Previously on Invincible Divine Destiny Selection System...
The gateway leading to a brand-new world has swung wide.
Nevertheless, the celestial realm represents a far more intricate and perilous territory. It is a land where the Heavens’ Sovereigns exert absolute dominion over all living things, and the true nature of the situation there remains shrouded in mystery.
To charge blindly into such a place is not an act of exploration; it is merely a way of courting death.
The powerhouses of the empire have endured immense hardships to follow Chu Yuan and achieve this eternal epoch. Each of them possesses incredible resilience and willpower. How could they be allowed to throw their lives away so carelessly?
Chu Yuan, however, is a different matter entirely.
Within the celestial realm, his strength represents an absolute dominance, providing him with more than enough power to act as a pioneer.
“There is no immediate need for us to rush out of the empire. Within the heavens, everything remains a mystery. By going there now, we would not only fail to assist the Emperor, but we might actually become a burden to him. Our current task is to contemplate the power of eternity and further enhance our own strength.”
The Ancestor Immortal spoke with a calm demeanor, refusing to let the allure of a new world cloud his judgment.
He understood perfectly that his Immortal civilization had become a component of the imperial era—a vital link within the Great Eternal Epoch.
As the Emperor held dominion over eternity, the Ancestor Immortal knew he could not simply depart. He existed as the Immortal of the empire, bound within their collective eternity.
“You should not think so lowly of yourselves. Even though the celestial realm is populated by formidable beings, my will reaches beyond eternity. I am certain that with your current levels of Cultivation, you would not be considered weaklings even there.”
Chu Yuan addressed them with these words.
The epoch of the empire’s great unification had finally arrived.
He felt no urgency to depart from his empire immediately.
His will transcended the boundaries of heaven and earth.
He spent his time in constant meditation, refining his personal path and law.
From this point forward, the passage of time lost its meaning for Chu Yuan. The cycle of epoch reincarnation was a thing of the past; this was now a single, unified epoch.
The empire entered a state of exuberant prosperity, with a multitude of powerful experts emerging one after another.
In this current age, Chu Yuan stands as the heavens themselves within the Eternal Kingdom—the most supreme god.
Should he wish for a follower to attain the eternal level, they will surely reach it.
However, such a feat demands a massive expenditure of essence. No power is granted from nothingness, and without an individual’s personal comprehension, their mastery of the eternal level remains nothing more than a superficial grasp.
It would be akin to handing a world-ending divine weapon to a small child who lacks the strength to lift it.
While he can manifest countless laws and provide the necessary essence and resources, the people must still reach their respective realms through their own dedicated Cultivation.
He had brought the Great Annihilation of Eternity to an end. Using a method that defied the very heavens, he reversed the flow of time, freezing it at the precise moment the Martial Emperor of Dawu had perished.
Resurrection!
He brought the previous Martial Emperor of Dawu back to life!
The former Martial Emperor had only reached the Divine Realm, making his resurrection an effortless task for Chu Yuan.
Once the Martial Emperor of Dawu was restored to life and learned of the staggering changes within his empire, he fell into a long silence. He realized that the Dawu he once ruled was gone.
Everything was different now.
Following his return, he was reunited with the Empress Dowager.
This was the closure and explanation that Chu Yuan chose to provide.
“The Heavens.”
Chu Yuan sat in deep thought, considering the Power of the Heavens. “The heavenly world possesses flawless rules and cycles of life and death; it is a genuine world. Even if it were to fall, eternal rules would continue to govern its functions.”
Creating a mere world plane was a simple matter.
But such a thing could only be classified as a plane.
A plane forged by one at the eternal level is limited; its operational laws are not truly controlled by the creator but must instead submit to the overarching eternal rules.
The defining trait of the Heavens is that within the heavenly world, every law is authored, established, and dictated by oneself.
Because of this, the world of the Heavens is the ultimate manifestation of heaven and earth.
He observed the empire’s growth with a vision that surpassed the physical realm. Though many powerful figures were being born, the empire had not yet reached its limit for sustaining life, thanks to the vast energy harvested from ending the Great Annihilation of Eternity.
“I must witness the celestial realm for myself.”
Chu Yuan was well aware of the situation.
The empire might be growing rapidly, but it remained isolated. Without knowledge of the exterior world or access to external inheritances, they were merely building within a vacuum.
“A trailblazer must always carry the weight of progress; the Eternal Kingdom serves as the foundation of my heavenly world.”
With a faint smile, Chu Yuan ascended. He arrived at the Eternal Gate, gazing into the passage that linked them to the world outside.
“Your Majesty is preparing to depart from the Eternal Kingdom.”
Yao Linger watched Chu Yuan as he stood at the edge of their world. Even though she had attained the eternal level, she recognized that she did not yet have the standing to follow him.
Luo Yueying added, “Our duty is to offer our silent prayers for His Majesty.”
“I shall take the inaugural step through the gates of this new era. All citizens of the empire are to remain within the Eternal Kingdom for the time being. Once I have grasped the nature of the celestial realm and transmitted its laws back here, I will establish a stable path for you to enter that world.”
Chu Yuan’s voice resonated through the realm.
He shared a deep, lingering look with Yao Linger, Luo Yueying, Shangguan Xian, Jiuyou, and Xue Qiangwei.
Then, his gaze softened as he looked upon all the subjects of his empire.
His heavenly will soon reached a state of supreme exaltation.
An Emperor may often appear cold, yet he still possesses a heart—this is the fundamental difference between him and the cold, eternal rules.
The Eternal Gate flared with its most brilliant light as Chu Yuan’s magnificent form stepped through, vanishing from the sight of his people.
He had ascended to the heavens.
“His Majesty has departed for the heavens.”
Hongmeng let out a sigh. “Though I feel a desperate urge to follow, I know my strength is lacking. The heavens are the peak of the celestial realm, the creators of all existence. Yet, one mystery remains—how does one cultivate to reach such a state? What specific realms and powers lie within that place?”
These questions weighed heavily on his mind.
“The Emperor will reveal the truth to us in time.”
Tumo spoke with quiet confidence. “His Majesty is the heavens—the eternal heavens. The celestial realm will surely be shaken to its core by the arrival of the Divine Martial Emperor.”
“There is no reason to hurry. The Emperor has gone ahead to scout the heavens, but more conflicts surely await us. When that time comes, the Emperor will require us to march and conquer.”
The Poison Ancestor, who resembled a simple old farmer, gave a knowing smile.
He had a deep love for warfare.
Only on the battlefield could he properly experiment with the various toxins he had developed.
“I have already passed beyond eternity and entered the celestial realm.”
Before long, Chu Yuan’s voice echoed back to them.
Within the empire’s sea of eternal faith, a colossal divine manifestation appeared. It represented the very destiny of the empire, imbued with Chu Yuan’s will, managing the Eternal Kingdom just as the eternal rules once had.
Though his physical body had left the Eternal Kingdom, his undying will remained behind.
Inside the empire’s Eternal Divine Hall, a figure sat upon the divine throne—it was Chu Yuan’s eternal divine body, left to watch over his domain.
His departure from the empire did not mean he had stopped overseeing its affairs.
“We wait with absolute devotion for the Emperor’s word!”
The citizens of the empire declared with one voice.
At that moment, Chu Yuan was traversing the eternal passage. The path ahead was bathed in radiant light, cutting through the dense mist of space-time.
As he reached the exit, his expression was one of profound tranquility, showing neither joy nor sorrow. He shattered the final barrier and stepped out beyond the reach of eternity.
His eyes finally beheld the true celestial realm.
“So, this is the celestial realm.”
The very instant Chu Yuan arrived in this new world, the notification for the completion of the system’s main quest appeared before him.