Chapter 8: The Astonishing Great Secret
What about gods? People often say "immortal beings"; I have always thought that gods and immortals are the same thing
However, it should be fine; after all, there are still fifteen items left, and it won't be that easy to gather them all. Moreover, even if the demon god truly emerges, with so many deities and immortals present, are we really afraid that we won't be able to subdue him? We can just seal him away like last time.
Uh... I'm so nervous. Oh, by the way, you haven't told me what that demon god is. Why has it caused such chaos in the Six Realms?
Qian Gu, there are no gods left in this world
Each sect has guarded these treasures as their prized possessions for generations. However, there are always some malevolent demons who seek to seize them, leading to the emergence of monstrous beings.
They have all become immortals; would they still concern themselves with worldly matters or take on disciples? In the past, she always felt that immortals were lofty and difficult to encounter
Most sects accept female disciples, and there are practices that involve dual cultivation of both genders. A few exceptions exist where the sect's magical arts are only suitable for men; even the Maoshan sect often accepts female disciples
Oh, so the Eternal Immortal of Changliu is this formidable
It is certain that he is formidable; there are not many with true skills in the celestial realm. In terms of opponents, he is undoubtedly the most terrifying one. As for being difficult to get along with, rumors are not to be trusted; you will know once you experience it yourself. Although I do not like him, if you can truly become his disciple, it would indeed be a blessing earned over several lifetimes
Ah, that's wonderful! Does Changliu Mountain also accept disciples? Then my chances of successfully becoming a disciple have greatly increased
He should be a real person, right? Do you think becoming an immortal is as easy as reading a book? Currently, there are only a handful of four immortals left in the entire immortal realm
Dongfang Yuqing could not help but smile at her excited expression
The ancient gods were born alongside heaven and earth, while immortals are generally cultivated beings. Although they all possess magical powers, they are not the same. People tend to group them together, much like how they combine demons and monsters into the term "demon." Fuxi interpreted the Eight Trigrams, Nuwa created humanity, the Queen Mother of the West held the Peach Banquet, Gonggong collided with Mount Buzhou, Kuafu chased the sun, Jingwei filled the sea, Cangjie created characters, and the Yellow Emperor fought against Chiyou; you should have heard of these legends. However, although immortals, demons, and monsters can achieve longevity through cultivation, they are not immortal beings. Some can enter the cycle of reincarnation, going to the underworld for rebirth or reincarnation, but most simply face extinction.
Is he very impressive and difficult to get along with
Hua Qian Gu stared blankly at his face, wondering how someone could look so good when smiling, his warmth making her feel so sleepy
Uh... the world of humans, the world of ghosts, the world of demons, and the world of immortals? What else is there?" She raised her fingers to count, as if it were not enough
Did you not see the "Complete Book of the Six Realms" that he gave you? It should clearly describe the classifications and levels within it.
In today's world, demons run rampant, and the distinction between those who have attained enlightenment and practitioners of cultivation has nearly vanished. Aside from the Heavenly Court located in the Ninth Heaven, other enlightened beings, whether they hold titles or are free-spirited immortals, mostly reside in the idyllic mountains, paradises, and celestial islands overseas, where people can seek encounters with them. To put it plainly, immortals are not as exalted and untouchable as the world describes them. In essence, they possess slightly more magical power and less desire than ordinary people. A biased perspective can lead one to fall into the path of demonic cultivation more easily than a regular person.
Hua Qian Gu sensed the subtle disdain for the immortals in his words and was momentarily at a loss for words. What kind of person would her future master be?
These are roughly the main realms: the Human Realm, the Underworld, the Demon Realm, the Devil Realm, the Immortal Realm, and the Divine Realm
Hua Qian Gu increasingly admires Dongfang Yu Qing. How does this person know everything! Is he really just an ordinary scholar?
If he is unwilling to accept me as his disciple, is there any way I can request him to do so
The Daoist priest Qingxu instructed me to pay my respects to the immortal Bai Zihua of Changliu and take him as my master
I haven't seen it yet. The Gathering of Immortals is on the thirteenth of next month. It's so far to Kunlun Mountain, and I'm afraid I won't make it. I've been rushing on the road these days, and as soon as I lie down at night, I fall asleep, completely forgetting about that book.
Most immortals are unwilling to remain in the Heavenly Court under the constraints of various heavenly rules and regulations. After ascending, they either wander through the Six Realms or stay in their previous cultivation locations to continue training disciples for ascension. The emergence of demon gods after ten thousand years of reincarnation is truly unavoidable, and how could the immortal realm be unprepared? Therefore, many years ago, efforts were made to expand the ranks of sword immortals and cultivators to deal with those demons that suddenly appeared. Each immortal is striving to enhance their own sect, recruiting disciples in hopes of ensuring their survival in the impending battle between immortals and demons, with Maoshan being one of them. Additionally, there are Wangwu Mountain, Laoshan, and the Library of Taibai, Penglai, and countless others. Anyone with a hint of immortal potential has been recruited.
It is precisely so
The Six Realms are not merely a simple matter of good and evil. When a person dies, they become a ghost and enter the Underworld. If one cultivates, they may become an immortal and attain a position among the immortals. The situation with demons is more complex; they are generally the result of natural transformation. Animals, plants, and even inanimate objects can become spirits due to their own characteristics or external forces, taking on a myriad of forms. As for the Demon Realm, regardless of whether one is human, demon, or immortal, malevolence, obsession, heavenly tribulations, or missteps in cultivation can all lead one to fall into the path of demonic cultivation.
Where are the others?
Hua Qian Gu became even more anxious upon hearing this
What is the strength and advantage of being a person?
Hua Qian Gu nodded in agreement, feeling that it made a lot of sense
Dongfang Yuqing looked at her and smiled, yet he could not understand why the originally comfortable smile now appeared strangely inexplicable
In the end, being a person is the most difficult and challenging of all
Of course
Can girls also do it
Is there no way to stop it? The immortals are so powerful
Of course I have never seen it; I lack that capability. Although I am well-read and knowledgeable, I can only engage in theoretical discussions. If there is something you do not know, you may come to ask me; if I am busy, I will not be able to help much.
No wonder that the Heavenly Chain is so important; if it is gathered together, wouldn't the demon god be resurrected
Is there also Changliu Mountain?
It seems like I have seen him before, based on what you said
Not so, the number of people in the world is the largest, while other races are merely a small part. The human realm appears to be the least capable, yet it is actually the most powerful realm, and it is the source of the six realms, the foundation of all things, and the - diagram - book.
No one can clearly define what it specifically is. It is referred to as a demon god because it possesses god-like powers and destructive capabilities. Not only has it absorbed the essence of the sun and moon over thousands of years, but it has also integrated all the evil, ugliness, hatred, war, and selfish desires of the world into one entity, which then materializes as a demon. Upon its emergence, the gates of the demon realm, the underworld, and the magic realm will all swing wide open, leading to continuous warfare among humans, unending natural disasters, and the suffering of the populace, resulting in the potential destruction of everything in the world.
Wow, such detailed divisions... So the Underworld, Demon Realm, and Devil Realm represent evil, while the Human Realm, Immortal Realm, and Divine Realm represent good, right? The two sides balance each other out? When Daoist Qingxu mentioned that the demon gods are about to emerge, does that mean the most powerful monsters from the Demon Realm are going to come out? No wonder I've been seeing so many monsters during the day lately
What! ? '' Dongfang Yuqing squinted his eyes
Changliu Mountain is the largest and finest place for cultivation among all sects, with the most disciples under its banner. Outstanding disciples from other sects are also regularly recommended and sent there. Currently, one-third of the enlightened beings in the world have emerged from there, where the celestial arts and doctrines are comprehensive, encompassing the strengths of various schools. The number of high-level practitioners is also the greatest, making it a place that nearly the entire celestial realm looks up to.
I cannot predict matters of the human heart, so you should seek your own fortune
Are the Qingxu Daoist and his companions considered humans or immortals? At first, he invited me to attend some gathering of immortals, and I couldn't understand it. As an ordinary person, how could I possibly go?
After a pause, he added: "However, the most important reason is that the sect leader is none other than the immortal Bai Zihua, the Grand Master of the Library of Eternal Life, whom even the Jade Emperor dares not offend"
Wow, that's impressive! I thought those who have attained immortality must have gone to the Western Paradise or something like that
Dongfang Yuqing let out a cold snort, and his warm eyes suddenly took on a hint of arrogance. For some reason, Hua Qiangu suddenly felt that he seemed somewhat familiar.
The levels of immortals can generally be divided into nine ranks based on their magical power and status: First, Upper Immortal; Second, Second Immortal; Third, Supreme True Person; Fourth, Flying True Person; Fifth, Spiritual Immortal; Sixth, True Person; Seventh, Spiritual Being; Eighth, Flying Immortal; Ninth, Immortal Being. There are many ways to achieve immortality, primarily through the two schools of Buddhism and Taoism, by practicing Buddhism and Taoism. Additionally, there are Celestial Immortals, Earth Immortals, and Corpse Transformation Immortals, which refer to those who die first and then become immortal. There are many methods to attain immortality, primarily through the two schools of Buddhism and Taoism, by practicing Buddhism and Taoism. Furthermore, there are methods involving external forces, such as consuming immortal pills or infusing oneself with immortal energy; however, self-cultivation to ascend in broad daylight or directly becoming an immortal is the best.
Bone, do you know what the six realms of existence in this world are
The power of the human heart is the most formidable; you will understand this in the future. Pursuing a higher level of humanity does not necessarily mean becoming an immortal. Therefore, there is no need for you to be so obsessed with seeking a master, pursuing a path, or cultivating immortality. Whether it is deities or demons, each has its own troubles, and perhaps it is even simpler and more joyful to be human.
The last time it was born, it was stopped once, ultimately sealed away with sixteen ancient artifacts, each positioned in various directions. However, its essence embodies all the evil and ugliness of the world; as long as there are malicious thoughts in people's hearts, it can never be completely eradicated. After accumulating for a certain period, it will inevitably emerge to wreak havoc upon the world, destroying everything.
Is Daoist Master Qingxu also an immortal?