"The Martial Ancestor... is it real or fake?"
Wang Yuanshi was somewhat shocked, but seeing that Li Ming didn't seem to be lying, he muttered to himself:
"It seems that the Martial Ancestor might be stronger than the Heavenly Venerable?"
He wasn't sure either.
After all, even at his current level, he couldn't comment on such a powerful figure. In any case, whether it was a Heavenly Venerable or a Martial Ancestor, he could easily crush them with a single word.
"However, the origin of the Martial Ancestor is too mysterious. No one knows his origin to this day. Legend has it that after the ancient times, when those martial emperors attained enlightenment, they were able to go to the long river of martial arts and catch a glimpse of the Martial Ancestor's figure."
"It is said that the Xuanhuang Emperor once saw it with his own eyes and left a statue in the Xuanhuang Holy Land, which was named the Martial Ancestor Statue."
Wang Yuanshi recalled the legends about the Martial Ancestor from his mind and recited them all at once.
"It is said that the Martial Ancestor once fought a battle with the Heavenly Emperor, and then the sky collapsed and the earth split open, and the ancient Heavenly Court collapsed."
Upon hearing this, Li Ming couldn't help but roll his eyes:
"How could that be? The Martial Ancestor didn't offend him..."
Suddenly, he seemed to realize something and muttered, "Even if we've offended them, it doesn't warrant destroying the Heavenly Court."
"Yeah?"
Wang Yuanshi glanced at Li Ming with some suspicion, feeling that something seemed amiss.
However, Li Ming ignored him and instead looked at his own panel.
[Martial Ancestor (?)]: [? ? ? ? ? ? ? ]
Apart from the words "Martial Ancestor," everything else is a question mark.
"With my current level of cultivation, I'm afraid I can't bear this title, but does it mean that I am indeed the Martial Ancestor?"
Li Ming thought to himself.
He could sense that after waking up from the dream, he had received a tremendous benefit without even realizing it.
Before he knew it, his swordsmanship, knife skills, fist techniques, palm techniques... had all reached a high level.
What level is this?
Many experts in the Unity Realm only reach this level. They have opened up their own path and unified all laws, but that does not mean they have not mastered other paths. To be able to comprehend a great path is an extremely difficult thing. Many people have cultivated for thousands of years without ever reaching this level.
It's not just about understanding the Tao.
Li Ming discovered that his understanding of many martial arts techniques had also reached a new level.
He felt that he could now perfectly execute the Six Paths Reincarnation Fist, which he could only roughly imitate before, and might even be more authentic than the Lord of Reincarnation's version.
He has already gained many insights, and if he goes into seclusion for a while, he will definitely reap huge rewards.
However, the identity of that blue lotus in his sea of consciousness was somewhat questionable.
Li Ming recalled the beginning of his dream, which seemed to have featured two blue lotuses...
"By the way, now that you're awake, let's set off for the Northern Region."
Wang Yuanshi suddenly said.
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Li Ming stared wide-eyed and asked:
"Why go to the Northern Regions?"
Wang Yuanshi patiently explained:
"Some time ago, the Xuanhuang Holy Lord convened the Xuanhuang Conference. All the well-known forces from the five regions of the world sent people to participate. The leaders of each force went either in their true form or in their clones to discuss the matter of assisting the Northern Region in fighting against demons."
After seven days of discussions, the various factions finally signed more than ten agreements.
The most important aspect is the formation of the Demon-Suppressing Alliance, which unites all races to fight demons and mediates the hatred between various forces to prevent infighting.
The first thing the Demon Suppression Alliance will do after its establishment is to call upon all the prodigies to jointly aid the Northern Region in its fight against the demons.
Upon hearing this, a hint of worry appeared in Li Ming's eyes, and he asked:
"Has the calamity of demons reached this point?"
With such a large-scale operation, it seems the situation in the Northern Region is indeed very dangerous.
Wang Yuanshi nodded and said:
"It's more serious than you can imagine. Many countries in the Eastern Region have already fallen, and the situation in the Northern Region is even more exaggerated. The seals of several major demon abysses have been broken, many demon kings have emerged, and even some forbidden demons have begun to show signs of revival."
If it weren't for the Northern Region's Human King Palace mobilizing imperial weapons to suppress the demonic energy, a forbidden area might have already fully awakened.
Each demon king possesses strength comparable to a martial god, with the most outstanding among them capable of easily killing martial gods of the Heaven and Earth Realm and standing shoulder to shoulder with divine venerables of the Unity Realm.
The terrifying demons in those forbidden areas possess the strength of quasi-emperors, and some are even comparable to immortal demons. Only a supreme emperor can suppress such beings.
These demons come in many kinds and possess all sorts of powers. Some are immortal and some can control people's minds. All living beings are extremely afraid of these demons.
You can't kill them all, and then...
New similar demons will be born, so more people choose to suppress them.
One theory is that the Way of Heaven maintains balance, with purity and impurity alternating. As long as living beings want to defy the heavens and cultivate, demons will never completely disappear. This is a problem that even the Heavenly Emperor and the Heavenly Venerable cannot solve.
In ancient times, there was a Heavenly Emperor who ruled over everything and would send heavenly soldiers and generals to suppress demons. However, the power of demons grew stronger with the passage of time. Finally, one day, the Demon Ancestor was born and launched a counterattack against the Heavenly Realm, causing chaos throughout the heavens...
These are some secrets about demons that Qi Xiu mentioned to Li Ming during their previous conversation; their veracity is not guaranteed.
"This is also a test for you. Ten years later, when you are rewarded for your merits, the first place will be the Xuanhuang Realm Child, revered by all races."
Wang Yuanshi slowly revealed some of the things behind the Demon Suppression Alliance.
"And you may not know that during the days you were in the dream, many people outside have been cursing you, saying that you are unworthy of being the successor of the Great Emperor."
"Is it because I didn't go to the Northern Region?"
Li Ming seemed to be deep in thought.
“That’s right. Many people outside think you’re scared, so you didn’t go… Of course, I’ve explained to the outside world that you’re in seclusion and can’t come out for the time being.”
Wang Yuanshi said helplessly.
"Even so, many people still do not believe it, and they have launched a barrage of criticism against the Primitive Divine Dynasty."
Li Ming wasn't surprised when he heard this.
Most people are like this; they like to hear bad things about others. While there are certainly forces behind this spreading and pushing it, it is certainly not something that some people want to see or hear.
"So, are you still planning to go?"
"Of course I'll go."
Li Ming said calmly.
He can gain life energy by killing demons, so why doesn't he do it?
Although the journey is long, fortunately, there is a teleportation array leading to the Northern Region within the Primordial Divine Dynasty.
"But you must be careful. Demons may be cunning, but you should also be wary of others attacking you."
Wang Yuanshi frowned and said:
“Ziwei Academy might not dare to do that, but it’s hard to say about Zangtian Pavilion.”
"A Dao Lord at the Unity level might not make a move, but the Seven Sons of Burial Heaven might target you and use some tricks."
"If that Dao Lord level figure were to appear in the Northern Region, it would definitely attract the attention of the major holy lands in the Northern Region. You are the successor of the Azure Emperor, and they will not sit idly by."
There was one more thing he didn't say.
Sending Li Ming alone to the Northern Region is indeed somewhat dangerous.
Therefore, there will be someone protecting you in secret.
"good."
Li Ming nodded, but he had already made plans in his mind. If he encountered the Burial Sky Pavilion and they attacked without any scruples, he would not mind revealing his trump card, the Emperor Weapon, and he would surely teach them an unforgettable lesson.
After waking up from his dream, he could clearly feel that the connection between the Azure Lotus and the Imperial Weapon had become closer to him.
This is naturally a good thing for him now.
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