Chapter 203: Chapter 203: So-Called Immortals
"It is said that the Ancient Emperors were undefeated in their lives, but that is not entirely true."
In the middle of the courtyard, a man in black raised his cup to drink alone and said calmly, "Take the ’Feng Emperor’ of our ’Celestial Yang Star’ from sixty thousand years ago as an example. From the start of his cultivation, he faced relentless hardships, was cornered into despair multiple times, and consecutively defeated by strong peers. According to historical records, it is said that before the true rise to emperorship, the Feng Emperor had been defeated nearly a thousand times, earning the title of proving the path with a thousand defeats before eventually ascending to the peak."
These words left the audience in stunned disbelief.
Ancient Emperors charged forward triumphantly, with an invincible demeanor that dominated all contemporary emperors, ultimately becoming the preeminent figure of an era.
Such figures and deeds are abundant in the long river of historical years, and are often praised as legendary tales.
But someone like the Feng Emperor, who experienced a thousand defeats before proving the path and finally reaching the peak of the Emperor’s Road, is virtually unparalleled.
Though it sounds incredible, it is precisely because of the Feng Emperor’s uniqueness that his experiences and achievements became widely known, with many familiar with his name throughout the Daoxuan Star Realm.
"To endure a thousand defeats and yet maintain an unbroken Dao heart is something that ordinary people cannot achieve." Ji Chen couldn’t help but speak.
This is no exaggeration.
One must know that any young prodigy has a heart full of pride, aiming to suppress any strong enemy within the same realm.
And such people often find it difficult to accept even a single defeat. Once faced with a loss, it would have a huge impact on their steadfast Dao heart.
Throughout history, countless heroes and elites have had their Dao hearts shattered because of this, thus burying their names in historical years, unknown to people.
"Everyone’s experiences are different, so the path to becoming an emperor varies as well."
The Hidden Dragon Saint Heir spoke, "Throughout history, most who become emperors have battled all their lives, never meeting an opponent. They walked an invincible path and finally proved the path, creating an era of their own."
"But exceptions like the Feng Emperor are not rare either."
"For example, the ’Hidden Emperor’ from the ’Celestial Concealment Star’, was hidden away from birth. In the era of great battles, no one knew his name. While the geniuses of his era battled on the Emperor’s Road, he alone did not compete, sticking to his own path, until one day he succeeded, shocking the world."
In the vast Daoxuan Star Realm, examples like the Feng Emperor and the Hidden Emperor are far too many to count.
In this star domain, countless have become emperors throughout history, but each one was a pinnacle figure, creating an era of their own.
"Amidst the disturbances in Purple Jing Mountain, everyone only knows that there might be a source of Profound Yellow Ancestral Qi, yet they are unaware of a great hidden secret deep within the mountain." Someone suddenly spoke, shifting the topic.
"A secret?"
Upon hearing this, Ji Chen couldn’t help but ask curiously, looking over.
He saw the Saintess Qing Ling, sitting a little away to his side, nod and say, "The so-called Purple Jing Mountain is actually a burial mountain. It’s said that countless ancient sages have been buried there over the years, and at least three Ancient Emperors also rest within. It is a Saints and Sages Mountain."
Saints and Sages Mountain!
Upon hearing these words, many geniuses, including Ji Chen, couldn’t help but be shocked.
Evidently, aside from the native cultivators of Celestial Swift Star, those like Ji Chen from other realms outside had never heard of this before and were inevitably shocked.
What peculiar allure does the inside of this Purple Jing Mountain hold?
That it could entice so many ancient sages, including three Ancient Emperors, to bury themselves within.
"Legend has it that this mountain originated from the Immortal Ancient Era, a Divine Mountain that flew from the Immortal Domain. Many years ago, it descended upon our Celestial Swift Star. It is said there is a special power within the mountain that allows for rebirth and reincarnation. Whether saint or emperor, if buried there, one might awaken again someday, living a second life!" The Hidden Dragon Saint Heir spoke.
"Living a second life!"
Such words were undoubtedly shocking, leaving Ji Chen and other prodigies from the outer realms stunned on the spot.
Is there truly rebirth and reincarnation in this world?
Throughout history, whether Saints or Ancient Emperors, once dead, they remain dead, never has anyone heard of someone living a second life.
Such a thing goes against the natural order, defying celestial laws and earthly rules, it simply cannot exist.
"Rebirth and reincarnation, it is said those are heaven-defying means only Immortals possess, truly transcending the mundane world, a realm higher than Ancient Emperors, truly existing only in legend," Saintess Qing Ling spoke.
In this world, legends of Immortals are not few.
But across various realms, those truly willing to believe in the existence of Immortals are but a minority.
In most people’s view, emperors are already supreme, it is impossible for something stronger to exist beyond them.
The so-called Immortal is but a legend, never proven.
However, in Celestial Swift, records of Immortals are more abundant than in other ancient realms, which is why here, people are more inclined to believe in their existence. For countless years, the major Sacred Lands and Di Races here have been exploring the so-called ’Immortal Ascension Road’.
In their view, the Emperor Realm is not the true pinnacle of the path. Immortals are the truly eternal and immortal existence!
"What do we cultivators seek for our lifetime?"
Someone in the courtyard spoke, unable to suppress a sigh, "Throughout the years, countless sages and Ancient Emperors have made their names in history, yet none have truly been eternal. Do Immortals truly exist?"
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The gathering continued until late at night before dispersing.
During the gathering, Ji Chen heard many ancient secrets from the mouths of others.
Stories of the Feng Emperor, the Hidden Emperor, and legends of immortals all fascinated him.
At the end of the gathering, Ji Chen left alone.
Saintess Qing Ling, Hidden Dragon Saint Heir, and others invited him to explore Purple Jing Mountain together.
But Ji Chen declined.
After learning some matters, he planned to go solo, not wanting to join these so-called major factions in action.
Traveling with these big factions would certainly be beneficial, avoiding many troubles.
But at the same time, it would also impose some constraints on Ji Chen’s thoughts and actions, conflicting with his way of doing things.
Moreover, over the years, whenever exploring ancient ruins or forbidden mountains, he mostly went alone, rarely teaming up with anyone.
The next day.
As the sky was just beginning to brighten, Yu Yuanshan found Ji Chen and informed him that the major factions might depart today to explore Purple Jing Mountain.
Upon learning the news, Ji Chen did not hesitate, and together with Yu Yuanshan, left Red Cloud City, hurrying towards the direction where Purple Jing Mountain was located, not far outside the city.
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