Chapter 1407: Chapter 875: Trio Opens the Altar to Preach the Tao_2 Chapter 1407: Chapter 875: Trio Opens the Altar to Preach the Tao_2 Emperor Star, which is Earth, earned its name due to the emergence of three Great Emperors from its later generations, earning itself the cradle of Great Emperors.

Jiang Hui listened to Ye Fan’s question, seriously recalling how those high-level ascetics from the dramas appeared. Quickly, the smile on his face faded, replaced by a deep and solemn expression.

Speaking slowly, his voice seemed to contain endless years and vicissitudes.

“Fellow Daoist Ye, the Netherworld Underworld you asked about is not merely a whim of mine. Behind it truly lies my deep contemplation and realization about the cycle of life and death.

Since ancient times, life and death have been the beginning and end of all things, and reincarnation is the predestined fate of all beings. The chance of life and death should coexist.

I attempt to explore the mysteries between life and death through the Netherworld Underworld, to forge a path of reincarnation truly belonging to all beings, so that those who wish to meet can meet, and those who love can embrace… This is my Tao.”

“This…”

Ye Fan pursed his lips, his expression one of surprise.

The Master of Liu Village is forging a path of reincarnation, but his purpose seems different from what I thought.

What is reincarnation?

Isn’t it that after death, one erases all memories of this life, changes one’s appearance, identity, or even gender and race… to be reborn?

How can one see and be seen as expected?

This does not seem like the kind of reincarnation I imagined. If it’s like what the Master of Liu Village conceived, wouldn’t the resulting karma be even more unfathomable?!

No wonder,
No wonder why there’s not even a trace of information about Liu Village and its Master in later generations.

Such a big karmic burden, even an Immortal Emperor couldn’t bear it.

I must… stop the Master of Liu Village.

Ye Fan pondered deeply in his heart, secretly making up his mind.

He had already seen the future, reincarnation still does not exist, and not only did the Master of Liu Village not succeed, he may have even paid with his life, with all traces of the entire Liu Village being forcefully erased by the vast power of karma.

The price is too heavy!

But before Ye Fan could voice his doubts, Jiang Hui’s voice rang out again:
“As for the seal script on the stele, it indeed comes from Emperor Star.

Before forging the Netherworld, I traveled through All Heavens and Myriads of Worlds, numerous living stars among the cosmos, Emperor Star naturally being one of them.

Each type of script is an embodiment of the Tao of its respective world. I chose seal script because it coincides with the aura of the Netherworld Underworld to a certain extent and can better carry and convey the mysterious profundities of the cycle of life and death.

This is not a matter of personal preference but a choice of the Tao.

As for the names you’ve encountered such as the Gate of the Ghost and Netherworld Road, etc., although different, they all follow the same principle, representing the choice of the Tao…”

Ye Fan suddenly understood; this was an implicit answer to another question he hadn’t asked–why there are names like the Gate of the Ghost and Netherworld Road within the reincarnation founded by the Master of Liu Village, which belong to Earthly mythological legends.

So that’s how it is…

It seems I have overthought.

“As for why I set up a realm of reincarnation within the village, the reason is even simpler, for my convenience in direct management.”

The three questions had been answered.

Without lingering on the mountain top, they went directly down the mountain after handling these matters.

At this moment.

A light-hearted laughter sounded.

“Fellow Daoists!”

Shi Hao saw Ye Fan and others from a distance and was delighted, coming over to greet them immediately, while not forgetting to cup his fists and call out.

Turning around upon hearing the sound, Ye Fan and the others also spoke out:
“Fellow Daoist!”

Shi Hao’s gaze first fell upon Ye Fan, who was leading the group.

His appearance was still as vague and indiscernible as when he battled with the Dark Quasi-Celestial Emperor.

Even at such a close distance, he still couldn’t make out Ye Fan’s features.

And as he kept watching, Ye Fan’s form began to blur.

A mysterious force prevented them from existing in the same space; once one appeared, the other would become indistinct.

Unless this bind is broken, the other person would always appear this way in front of him.

If Shi Hao remembered correctly, he had heard a faint mention of this person being called Ye Emperor!

A sense of familiarity arose,
And somehow,
Shi Hao felt an indescribable connection with the other party.

However, at present, he was still unable to fathom what exactly the connection between them was.

The feeling wasn’t so pronounced the first time they met; of course, that may have been because at that time, the other party’s true body hadn’t appeared and it was just a Bronze Cauldron that manifested.

As such, when the other party’s true body reversed time and space to appear, this obscure sensation intensified to the extreme.

“Huang, you’ve come as well…”

Emperor Merciless said indifferently.

From his tone, it seemed that he had long anticipated Shi Hao’s visit to them.

This conclusion was not reached through deduction.

With a little thought, one could guess it.

Shi Hao gently nodded, and at the same time, shifted his gaze to Emperor Merciless, who was wearing a golden mask.

This was already the third time he had come to his rescue.

The last time, before achieving immortality, the Immortal King of Alien Territory, Crimson King, had sensed his extraordinary nature and had wanted to act against him through the ages. At the crucial moment, it was the other party who arrived in a Black Ancient Ship along with the river of time, saving him.

Otherwise, that time would have likely ended in disaster.

“Sirs, you have saved me several times, setting aside how to repay such a kindness, at the very least, I must thank you in person!” Shi Hao took back his gaze. Although his eyes were clear and free from any distracting thoughts, since the other party was of the opposite sex, staring too long would still be impolite.

Hearing this, Emperor Merciless simply shook his head slightly, his voice calm and profound:
“You need not thank us, what we have done is simply in accordance with destiny, maintaining the balance of this world. In a sense, by saving you, we are also saving this world.”

A very direct and straightforward answer.

He mainly didn’t want the future Emperor Huang Tian, who could sever the eternities with a single sword and protect the Ten Thousand Clans with his own strength, to owe them any favor.

Emperor Huang Tian, who had advanced valiantly through adversities, did not need this.

After pondering, Wushi added, “If anything, it should be us thanking you.”

This was an ambiguous statement. After saying it, Wushi did not speak further, for it couldn’t be said that without Emperor Huang Tian’s sword severing the ancient times, none of them would have emerged later…

If this were expressed, it would undoubtedly reveal the workings of karma.

Being from different times, if one were to involve karma as well, one’s very presence could be immediately expelled from this period.

Shi Hao said no more, sensing Wushi’s hesitation to continue.

Perhaps, in the future years, he did indeed indirectly help the other.

The gesture of thanks had been conveyed, and there was no need to continue muddling the issue.

But Wushi spoke again, “Since we have met, why not gather for a drink later?”

The taste of Monkey Wine in the village was remarkably good. He had tasted Monkey Wine before, and even more precious brews, but they all lacked something.

Using this as an excuse, he intended to go to the village and ask for a few jars.

It wasn’t that he was fond of drinking, but having been outside for so long without proper relaxation, now that he had encountered an appealing brew, naturally, he wanted to savor it further.

Upon hearing this, a trace of a smile flashed in Shi Hao’s eyes. He nodded and said, “That would be great, I too was hoping to share a hearty drink with you all, to express my heartfelt gratitude.”

Emperor Merciless and Ye Fan also nodded in agreement, both connoisseurs of fine alcohol, especially Emperor Merciless, who had drowned his sorrows in drink while searching for his brother during those years, and with the village’s rare and excellent wines, it was truly a rare indulgence.

The next day.

Shi Hao went up the mountain alone and met Jiang Hui.

“I pay my respects to Senior Liu.” Jiang Hui bowed, with genuine respect in his heart. “Thank you, Senior Liu, for saving my life. Had you not taken action, I might very well be in mortal peril by now, no longer existing!” Shi Hao spoke with sincerity and earnestness.

Jiang Hui nodded slightly, accepting Jiang Hui’s courtesies without feigning politeness.

For the future Emperor Huang Tian, the repeated rescues were indeed a great kindness.

“To reach the Quasi-Immortal Emperor Realm at such a young age is truly unprecedented. However, your breakthrough has nothing to do with the foundation you have built up. You should take some time to thoroughly consolidate this realm,” Jiang Hui said, his voice calm and indifferent, yet with an inherent authority.

“Thank you for the advice, Senior Liu; I will certainly bear it in mind!”

…
Three days later, at the Martial Arts Stage in the village.

At dawn, the rising sun bathed half the sky in rosy hues, making the area gleam magnificently as if it were cloaked in colorful feathers.

At this moment,
the place was buzzing with noise, teeming with people.

Having learned that a Quasi-Immortal Emperor Level Existence was to give a lecture, many proud young talents from the village had arrived before dawn.