"Fortune favors the bold. If not for this opportunity, how could Da Yi gain another ancestral vein? This forms the foundation for building the Immortal Court. Under normal circumstances, who could possibly produce such immense resources? Only the top-tier mighty figures possess the heritage and ability to do so. And let's not even mention creation treasures like the Innate Xuanhuang Qi. If not for this situation, how could the Blood River Ancestor be willing to take it out? For the sake of the Immortal Court, taking on some risk isn't unacceptable. Wanting benefits without bearing any risk — that's simply impossible," Yi Tianxing said calmly with a smile.
The greater the benefit one seeks, the greater the risk one must bear — this principle was both understandable and acceptable.
Moreover, in comparison to the value of an ancestral vein, the risk Da Yi had taken was entirely worthwhile.
Not to mention, Da Yi had its own trump cards. If truly forced into a corner, he could activate the Feng Shui Grand Array, the Rivers and Mountains Sheji Map. Even facing a Saint, they would still dare to push back. The Xuanhuang Immortal City was no pushover either. If battle truly broke out, resisting a Saint was not out of the question.
Besides, his own combat power wasn't to be underestimated.
Within the territory of Da Yi, his true strength could surpass his normal limits by a great margin.
While presiding over Da Yi, he could gather the will of billions of citizens into one, transforming the collective into his own divine might.
Should unexpected events occur, Da Yi still held numerous cards up its sleeve.
Beforehand, they had already prepared more than one contingency. They were ready to respond to incidents even on the level of the Nine Heavens Dao Sovereign.
"As long as you know what you're doing, don't say I didn't warn you," the Queen Mother of the West said slowly, gazing deeply at Yi Tianxing.
In any case, she had done her part. If anything truly did go wrong, it would be no concern of hers. Of course, she was still curious — just what trump card did Da Yi possess that gave them the confidence to make such a bold move? After all, there's always the possibility of the unexpected.
"You don't need to worry. I've accounted for everything," Yi Tianxing replied with a smile, sensing the concern within her words. He then asked gently, "So many mighty figures are involved in this Heaven-Slaying plan. If the Nine Heavens Dao Sovereign is truly destroyed, will there be a chance for the Hongmeng Purple Qi to fall into your hands?"
This time, Da Yi had already received an unparalleled ancestral vein. Emotionally and logically, they no longer had a place in the contest for the Hongmeng Purple Qi. This crowdfunding effort was also, in some sense, a way to exclude Da Yi from the division of spoils. After all, with Da Yi's preparation and risk-bearing, they were more than qualified to compete for the Purple Qi.
That would only make them a powerful contender — someone others would rather eliminate early on.
"It's uncertain. Too many mighty figures are involved this time, and many of them are hidden powerhouses. Their cards are no weaker than mine. The distribution of Hongmeng Purple Qi will be based on contributions during the Heaven-Slaying event. Anyone who obtains a complete Hongmeng Purple Qi must compensate the others. In fact, there are two possible distribution methods," the Queen Mother of the West said gravely.
"Oh? Let's hear them."
Yi Tianxing was intrigued. This hadn't been discussed at the gathering — clearly, it was a matter settled privately, or perhaps he had already been excluded from the Purple Qi contest due to choosing the ancestral vein.
"One way is full distribution — those who receive it must compensate the others accordingly. The second is to divide the Purple Qi into equal parts. Though fragmented, even a wisp of it can still establish a connection with the Heavenly Dao, offering a chance for recognition. And in the future, one might be able to trade, or seize, other fragments to reassemble a full strand of Purple Qi," she explained further.
This method was, without a doubt, brutal. If they chose the second path, the mighty figures involved in the Heaven-Slaying would inevitably harbor great enmity toward each other. Future conflict, betrayal, and schemes would be virtually guaranteed. Just thinking about it was chilling.
"If you do obtain a strand of the Purple Qi, will you use it to become a Saint?" Yi Tianxing stared intently at her as he asked, his tone solemn. Clearly, the weight of this question was significant.
"The Heavenly Dao reigns supreme, and the Eternal World's Dao is even more powerful, having evolved from the last era's transformation. Its upper limit is now vastly higher. According to news from the Grandmaster Hongjun, the upper bound of the Eternal Dao has reached an extremely high level — in cultivation terms, above Hunyuan is Henggu, known as Overlord, and beyond that is Yongheng — the True Eternal. Eternity is the Dao. Eternity does not perish; Henggu endures forever. The upper limit of the Eternal World's Heavenly Dao can accommodate Henggu Overlord. Within this system, Hunyuan is merely the starting point, not the end. There's still immense room to grow. Without reaching Hunyuan, how can one even dream of becoming a Henggu Overlord? If one were to obtain the Hongmeng Purple Qi, who could remain unmoved?"
The Queen Mother of the West took a deep breath and answered gravely.
Indeed, when faced with higher realms and grander vistas, few would willingly stop progressing.
Of course, while the Heavenly Dao permits great beings to become Hunyuan Saints, it doesn't necessarily allow them to become Henggu Overlord. To reach Henggu is to stand shoulder-to-shoulder with the Heavenly Dao, sharing in its authority — replacing the will of the Heavenly Dao with one's own.
Still, there was no doubt: becoming a Saint was not the problem.
The Eternal World had no strict limit on the number of Hunyuan Saints. As long as one had the foundation, talent, and a "key," crossing that threshold was possible. The Heavenly Dao wouldn't obstruct it — in fact, it would welcome it, as it would strengthen the world's underlying power.
"What if there were a way to become a Hunyuan Saint without the Hongmeng Purple Qi — do you think it's possible?" Yi Tianxing suddenly asked.
"Impossible. If there were such a method, countless great beings in this world would have already achieved it," the Queen Mother replied immediately.
According to the Grandmaster Hongjun, the Eternal World's Heavenly Dao was far too strong. Proving the Dao by force was almost impossible unless one entered the chaos — but chaos had become incredibly dangerous and unstable. The Chaos Qi was in constant upheaval, with the Eternal and Evernight worlds in confrontation. Chaos itself was now in a perpetual storm. The laws were distorted, and proving the Dao through force there was even harder — a single mistake would mean annihilation.
In a way, all other paths were blocked.
Hard. Incredibly hard. Near impossible!
"What's your current cultivation realm? How far have you gone within the Dao Platform stage?" she asked suddenly.
"Second step of the Dao Platform realm — Longevity. I could break through at any time," Yi Tianxing answered honestly. He didn't bother hiding it — after all, realm didn't always determine true combat power. Establishing a Dao wasn't particularly difficult: it involved fusing the Dao one had cultivated into an altar, condensing a Dao Fruit that embodied the chosen Great Dao.
This stage, in fact, was when a cultivator was at their most vulnerable.
The process of forming a Dao Fruit involved one's energy, essence, spirit, even their true spirit — all integrated into one. During this time, all sorts of temptations and disturbances could arise. If one's focus wavered, the Dao Fruit might collapse. One could become lost in the endless Dao Rhythms and fall into permanent slumber, eventually facing complete Dao dissolution.
If that happened, the person would truly return to nature — erased from existence.
That's why many cultivators would hesitate repeatedly at this step.
Establishing the Dao was the most mysterious of all thresholds.
Upon hearing this, the Queen Mother was silent for a moment. Then she said, "Tonight, I will stay."
"What?"
Yi Tianxing was visibly surprised. He looked at her in astonishment, naturally understanding what she meant — this was clearly a declaration that she would truly consummate their relationship, becoming husband and wife in every sense.
It was sudden — completely unexpected.
"We've already been officially joined — even the Goddess Nuwa bore witness. Our fates and fortunes are bound. Now that I've entered Da Yi and reside in the Sacred King Palace as the Empress of the Western Palace, since this relationship cannot be changed, I may as well fulfill it."
She slightly averted her gaze before speaking again: "My constitution is special. I cultivate the Yaochi Flying Immortal Sutra. This method allows me to condense a Flying Immortal Divine Light within my body. After dual cultivation, this Divine Light will enter your body. At that time, when you establish your Dao and form your Dao Fruit, the Flying Immortal Divine Light will protect you — allowing your success in a single attempt, bypassing the post-breakthrough weakness. Once you establish the Dao, it will be at its peak with no hidden flaws. It can assist you greatly."
Then, as if afraid he might misunderstand, she added, "The Heaven-Slaying is imminent. The stronger your cultivation, the better. Even if you remain within Da Yi, the attackers will not be mere incarnations — they will be the true bodies of top-tier Dao Proving cultivators. If you can step into the Dao Proving realm before then, your chances of survival will greatly increase."
As she finished, a faint blush seemed to appear on her face — though it vanished quickly, perfectly concealed.
Yi Tianxing couldn't help feeling a surge of heat rise in his heart. His gaze toward her changed instantly. He hadn't dared think too much about her before — after all, she was a legendary divine goddess. But now that the opportunity was before him, how could he possibly let it pass?
Especially when dual cultivation would allow him to gain a Flying Immortal Divine Light with such incredible effects — it was truly a heaven-sent fortune.
At a time like this, boosting one's cultivation was undeniably the wisest choice.
There's never a bad time to become stronger.
"It's getting late. Queen Mother of the West, let us rest."
Yi Tianxing glanced at the sky and smiled at the Queen Mother.
As he spoke, he walked over, reached out to lift her into his arms, and carried her toward the cloud bed.