Seeking Fortune and Avoiding Evil in the Cultivation World Chapter 822 - 416: The Fated One, Wielder of the Immortal Artifact Human Emperor Sword (Part 2)

"A tide of countless demons once surged across the entire Void Realm."

"Despite our desperate resistance, the strength of these demons proved overwhelming."

"In the end, by exhausting every possible resource, the primary powers managed to drive back the demonic legion."

"However, it was a pyrrhic victory at best."

"If those demons from the Immortal Realm recover and strike again, the Void Realm will face a second apocalypse. Without the protection of the Great Powers from the past, the Void Realm will be utterly doomed."

The elderly Daoist Yuanqing spoke in a hushed, somber tone.

He explained that the collapse of the Ancient Era within the Void Realm was caused specifically by this demon calamity.

A magnificent cultivation civilization was obliterated by the terrifying demons hailing from the Immortal Realm.

This catastrophe resulted in the fall of a staggering number of cultivators.

Even True Spirits suffered gruesome deaths at the hands of these demons, finding no way to escape their fate.

Although they paid a steep price to repel the demonic forces.

It was merely a temporary reprieve, pushing the inevitable doomsday further into the future.

Ultimately, the demons of the Immortal Realm are destined to return.

When that day arrives, no one in the Void Realm will possess the strength to withstand such a vast number of extraterrestrial demons.

"Was the ruin of the Ancient Era truly caused by a demon calamity?"

Jiang Fan felt his internal confusion grow as he listened. Despite the numerous questions swirling in his mind, he remained silent, choosing to wait patiently for the old man to finish his explanation.

"However, there is no need for excessive concern."

"Do you observe the sword positioned ahead?"

"This is the contingency plan established by our Taixu Sect."

"It represents one of the ultimate weapons we preserved for future generations."

"It is an Immortal Sword from the Immortal Realm, known as the Human Emperor Sword."

Daoist Yuanqing gestured toward the formidable blade in front of them, detailing its history. This was the final trump card the Taixu Sect had readied for the destined successor.

"The Immortal Artifact Human Emperor Sword?"

"This is actually an Immortal Artifact?!"

Jiang Fan’s pupils dilated as a wave of shock washed over him.

He owned several Magical Treasures himself, yet none reached the exalted level of an Immortal Artifact.

To be honest, he never imagined he would lay eyes on a genuine Immortal Artifact; the reality felt almost surreal.

Since it was a treasure originating from the Immortal Realm, it undoubtedly possessed world-shaking power.

"You must understand, the reason these demons are so terrifying—beyond their vast magic—is primarily their undying bodies, which make them nearly impossible to slay."

"In the Ancient Era, we were plagued by these immortal demons. Finding no way to truly kill them, we were forced to seal them away as a last resort."

"Yet, this is not a permanent fix. Seals inevitably weaken over time, and if these undying demons ever break free, a great catastrophe will surely follow."

"The only true solution is to execute these demons once and for all, ensuring eternal peace."

Daoist Yuanqing spoke with a chilling killing intent.

It was clear he harbored a deep hatred for the demons, wishing only to purge every last one from existence.

After all, his kin and companions had perished because of them.

"Does the Human Emperor Sword have the capacity to execute these demons?"

Jiang Fan asked, his eyebrow raised in curiosity.

"Young friend, your intuition is sharp."

"The Human Emperor Sword indeed possesses the power to slay demons."

"It can effortlessly shatter the undying physical forms of those creatures."

"Whoever wields the Human Emperor Sword can hunt down and kill those undying demons one by one."

"This is the ultimate legacy our Taixu Sect has left for those who follow."

"If you can master this Immortal Artifact, then a path to resolving the apocalypse opens before us."

"However, the Human Emperor Sword is currently blunt and unsharpened. It must be honed before it can be used."

"Therefore, your next task is to sharpen the Human Emperor Sword."

Daoist Yuanqing stated with great gravity.

This Immortal Artifact was clearly the inheritance intended for the destined one by the Taixu Sect.

Should the destined one gain control over this Immortal Artifact, it would be like adding wings to a tiger.

Confronting those undying demons would no longer be an impossible feat.

The wielder could use the Human Emperor Sword to systematically eliminate the sealed undying demons.

By doing so, the many hidden threats lurking within the Mortal World could be purged.

"I must ask, what is required to sharpen the Human Emperor Sword?"

Jiang Fan inquired.

He was naturally filled with anticipation regarding the Human Emperor Sword. Mastering such an Immortal Artifact would provide him with a formidable new trump card.

Even with his current arsenal, no cultivator would ever refuse more treasures.

Especially a weapon specifically designed to kill undying demons.

"The secret to honing the Human Emperor Sword lies in blood and souls."

"It requires the slaughter of one hundred billion living beings. Their blood and souls will be used to complete the sharpening of the Immortal Sword."

Daoist Yuanqing spoke with a cold, murderous aura.

It needs the lives of one hundred billion beings to be sharpened?!

Jiang Fan was stunned by this revelation. To him, this sounded more like a Demon Sword than a Holy Sword, reeking of terrifying demonic energy and bloodlust. Was this truly the Human Emperor Sword?!

"Of course, I have already arranged the necessary conditions for this sharpening."

"As a human yourself, you naturally cannot strike down your own kind; that would be fratricide."

"However, there is no such restriction when it comes to alien races."

"The Void Secret Realm is currently teeming with countless demon beasts."

"They did not stumble into this Secret Realm by chance; I deliberately allowed them entry."

"My goal was to use them as sacrificial offerings for the Human Emperor Sword."

"Now, you simply need to take up the Human Emperor Sword and go forth to massacre these demon beasts."

"By devouring the souls and blood of these creatures, the sharpening of the Human Emperor Sword will be finalized."

"Furthermore, you needn't fear the Divinity Transformation Demon Beasts among them."

"I will provide assistance in slaying those Divinity Transformation level beasts, transforming them into fuel for the sword."

Daoist Yuanqing offered a thin smile.

"This..."

Jiang Fan’s eyes narrowed as the pieces clicked together.

He had previously wondered why Daoist Yuanqing, if he were still active, would permit demon beasts to overrun the Void Secret Realm. It turned out to be a calculated move.

The intent was to lure the beasts into the realm so they could multiply rapidly.

Those beasts likely believed they had found a paradise, unaware that Daoist Yuanqing viewed them as mere livestock to be sacrificed for the sake of honing the Human Emperor Sword.

It was clear that this ancient human remnant was incredibly ruthless.

To reach his objectives, he was perfectly willing to orchestrate a blood sacrifice involving one hundred billion lives.

"Young friend, do not view this as an act of cruelty."

"Those who are not of our race will always harbor different intentions."

"In the Ancient Era, when the Human Race clashed with alien species, the casualties numbered in the tens or even hundreds of trillions. It was beyond counting."

"What is the value of a mere hundred billion lives in comparison?"

"Besides, this is a worthy cause. Sacrificing a hundred billion lives to save the entire Void Realm is a small price to pay. Sacrifices are unavoidable."

Daoist Yuanqing spoke with a detached calmness.

Having survived the brutal wars of the Ancient Era, his heart had long since turned to stone.

To him, living beings were nothing more than common weeds.

As long as the ultimate goal was achieved, any means were justified.

Boom!

Suddenly, a surge of information flooded into the depths of Jiang Fan’s sea of consciousness.

"You have finally entered the Taixu Hall and encountered the ancient entity from the past, Daoist Yuanqing. Once a Mahayana Cultivator with world-shaking power, he should have long since passed away. Instead, he has clung to a fragment of life to guard the Immortal Artifact Human Emperor Sword. However, Daoist Yuanqing is unaware that his own memories were tampered with by his enemies long ago.

He believes his actions will save the world, but he is actually descending further into the abyss of ruin. Following his instructions will lead you directly into a trap set by the enemy, leaving no possibility of victory."

"Fate Tip 1: You choose to trust Daoist Yuanqing and draw the Immortal Artifact Human Emperor Sword, absorbing its immense power. You exit the Taixu Hall and begin a systematic slaughter of every demon beast within the Void Secret Realm.

Within a single month, you successfully massacre the entire population of demon beasts in the realm. By sacrificing one hundred billion lives in a blood ritual, you finally awaken the full sharpness of the Human Emperor Sword.

However, you are unaware that these demon beasts carried a lethal black blood curse. The more you killed, the more this horrific curse accumulated. Many Great Powers of the Ancient Era perished from this very curse, and you are no exception. Once the blood sacrifice is complete, you will succumb to the curse and die, with no hope of reincarnation."