My Simulated Road to Immortality Chapter 2272 - 1707: The Three Unite Once More (Part 2)

Previously on My Simulated Road to Immortality...

Li Fan’s attainment of sainthood has inadvertently destabilized the Holy Dynasty, revealing forbidden truths to its citizens and challenging the Taiwei Saint Emperor’s absolute authority. To settle the unrest, Li Fan provided a potent Holy Destiny Medicine infused with True Spirit, subtly influencing the Saint Emperor to reconsider the future of his realm. Now, Li Fan, Guardian Hill, and Morality have embarked on a perilous journey through the Void Realm to reconnect Mountain Sea. During a respite in the void, Li Fan manifested a mysterious Shadow of God and reconstructed a facsimile of the Three Saints' Xuanji Ring. This display of power has left his companions questioning how he attained such divine capabilities and what his true intentions are as they venture deeper into the unknown.

It must be understood that while the Three Saints had indeed intended to entrust the secret of the Xuanji Circle to Li Fan during their prior conversation, the recasting of the Xuanji Ring traditionally relied on the three sacred treasures: the Lianshan Staff, the Sea Returning Shovel, and the All Living Beings Stick.

Yet now, Li Fan had manifested the Xuanji Ring entirely on his own, without relying on any of the three treasures!

"Could it be that, within such a brief period inside the Xuanji Ring, he has already deciphered its profound mysteries?"

"How is this even possible?"

Although both acknowledged Li Fan's exceptional foresight, they could scarcely comprehend the extent of his vision.

Observing the subtle shifts in the expressions of Guardian Hill and the God of Morality, Li Fan offered a faint smile. "There is truly no need for your hesitation. All doubts will be resolved once you take your seats within the Xuanji."

"Do you not realize that only by the true first three sitting together can we achieve perfect unity of heart and mind?"

As Li Fan’s voice resonated like a phantom, the light of the Xuanji Ring flickered with an ethereal glow.

Guardian Hill and the God of Morality exchanged glances. Ultimately, it was Guardian Hill who, devoid of fear, boldly stepped into the ring.

"I perceive no ill intent from Mr. Fan."

"This journey is fraught with peril; only through unity of heart and mind can we effectively confront the impending crisis."

Witnessing this, the God of Morality gritted his teeth and followed closely behind.

Once the Three Saints were seated, the previously unstable light ring of the Xuanji Ring immediately stabilized, radiating a steady luminescence.

Li Fan’s profound insights into the Shadow of God began to flow into their minds, much like a gentle, ceaseless stream.

Even for a Saint, such insights represented an exceptionally precious treasure.

However, at this critical juncture, they could not afford any distractions, focusing solely on stabilizing the Mystical Mechanism Ring.

There were no disturbances to be found.

The passage of time remained unknown until a new Xuanji Ring, distinct from that of the Three Saints, materialized within the Void Realm.

During this period, the expressions of Guardian Hill and the God of Morality underwent dramatic transformations.

"So that is the way; it was like this all along!"

"Mr. Fan’s Creation, subsequent to his return, far exceeds anything I could have imagined."

"Surely, only those who grasp the True and False Changes can truly comprehend its immense power of Creation. Who could have conceived that a single return journey could elevate an ordinary Saint to stand on par with the Three Saints?" Guardian Hill uttered a soft sigh.

"The Three Saints cultivated for countless years to attain their current Divine Techniques. And you, Daoist, required only five hundred cycles of Reincarnation... the disparity is truly astonishing."

Li Fan responded with a smile, "Guardian Hill’s assistance is not to be underestimated. Without it, how could I have possibly grasped the Shadow of Mountain and Sea so rapidly?"

In contrast to Guardian Hill, who had previously cooperated with Li Fan, the God of Morality appeared noticeably sullen.

"Mr. Fan, it was with the advantage of Reincarnation that you deceived me on multiple occasions."

"Nevertheless, I facilitated your path to sainthood, which is an undeniable fact," Li Fan replied with an air of indifference.

"Ah..." The God of Morality found himself utterly speechless.

Guardian Hill interjected with a smile, "If being deceived in such a manner leads to the attainment of sainthood, I believe countless beings across the Mountain and Sea would eagerly volunteer."

The God of Morality had to concede that Guardian Hill’s words contained undeniable truth.

The various past grievances were all dismissed amidst their laughter.

Next, it would be a matter of unified hearts and minds, a three-in-one approach!

"So, Mr. Fan’s true intention is to save the Three Saints?" Guardian Hill expressed some surprise upon learning Li Fan’s actual thoughts.

Li Fan nodded slightly. "This time, I have examined the Mountain and Sea Change Outline. While I have grasped the overall shifts in the mountain and sea, the intricate subtleties remain elusive. Consequently, I possess only the Shadow of Mountain and Sea, making it challenging to attain the God of Mountain and Sea."

"That is precisely why I intend to leverage the variables of the Three Saints to meticulously observe this specific segment of the mountain and sea’s transformation."

Li Fan pointed forward, speaking with a touch of arrogance.

"By grasping one part, you can comprehend the whole. If an insight can be realized, it allows for the deduction of the entire section of the mountain and sea. Furthermore..."

"We can remain concealed, observing all the tactics employed by the Three Saints. When faced with a life-threatening crisis, they would surely have nothing left to hide. Perhaps we could even uncover their ultimate trump cards."

...

Li Fan proceeded to elaborate on the rationale behind his actions.

After a period of contemplation, Guardian Hill presented a contrasting perspective.

"Why not attempt a counterattack against the Three Saints?"

"If we could absorb Lianshan, Gui Hai, and Taiyi Tao into the Great Dao True Hall, it might decisively resolve matters, averting countless troubles."

The God of Morality sensed something, squinted slightly, and spoke on Li Fan's behalf, "Mr. Fan is apprehensive."

"Not merely because of the unpredictable Divine Techniques of the Three Saints. But also because..."

"Aside from Saint Taiyi, Lianshan and Gui Hai are exceptionally difficult to assess."

Li Fan then slowly began to speak. "This is also what I vaguely perceived after observing the Mountain and Sea Change Outline this time. The so-called Lianshan and Gui Hai—there is no such Dao Path within the mountain and sea itself. These two are Saints because of Lianshan and Gui Hai, not because they utilized Lianshan and Gui Hai to prove their sainthood."

"Why Lianshan? By what means, Gui Hai?"

"The greatest trump cards of these two have always remained obscure to us."

Guardian Hill nodded in agreement. "Indeed so."

Li Fan stated, "The Three Saints all originated from the very beginning of the mountain and sea’s form distinction, making them difficult to measure by conventional reasoning. Perhaps they acquired Creation from ancient artifacts like the Ming Meng; who can say? If we rashly reveal the Returning True Great Power..."

"It seems that even though the attempt to steal and seize the Returning True was unsuccessful, it left you with quite a lingering shadow." The God of Morality remarked with a mocking laugh.

Guardian Hill defended Li Fan. "This is simply human nature."

After a moment of thought, Guardian Hill continued, "This cautious and prudent reasoning is indeed wise. Currently, our strength is not fully developed, and it is truly unsuitable to directly contend with the Three Saints. Especially since you mentioned that the Three Saints might have obtained Creation from ancient artifacts like the Ming Meng..."

"It truly appears to be the case!"

The three shared a mutual understanding, and Li Fan promptly reacted, "Guardian Hill’s suspicion stems from the Shadow of God?"

Guardian Hill nodded. "In my previous life, I observed the Shadow of God and merely believed that the Three Saints, by participating in Creation, could glimpse the former existence of God. However, after perusing the [Mountain and Sea Change Outline], new ideas emerged."

"To obtain merely its shadow, difficult to grasp its true essence, even with the Returning True Great Power, is already an accomplishment. How then did the Three Saints manage to obtain the God of Mountain and Sea? Could it truly be solely due to their unparalleled talent?"

At these words, Li Fan and the God of Morality fell into a profound silence.

"There are innumerable living beings in the world, some are indeed extraordinary, but there is always an inherent upper limit. Yet, some things clearly transcend this boundary. The Three Saints emerged from nothingness and forged heavens and earth; they are indeed talents who seized heaven’s favor. But I believe..."

"Living beings of the mountain and sea, ultimately, are born from the mountain and sea. To perceive a True God, they must rely on external objects."

Guardian Hill gazed at the Shadow of God hovering above Li Fan’s head, sighing with a deep sense of comprehension.

Li Fan could faintly resonate with Guardian Hill’s thoughts.

Although Guardian Hill often humbly regarded his Cultivation Base achievements as modest,

To have cultivated from a mere Watcher of the Sea and Hill official all the way to becoming a Saint, he undoubtedly held considerable pride in his heart.

Yet, all of this pride was instantly dissolved upon truly witnessing the Returning True Great Power.

So-called talent and effort can all be disregarded in the face of Returning True.

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It’ll be corrected quickly, my apologies.