Everlasting Immortal Firmament

Book 5: Chapter 161: Seed of Desire

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“The Six Paths Immortal?” The Azure Emperor’s pupils suddenly constricted.

Everyone else in the palace hall suddenly felt breathless. All their disdain for the black-robed Golden Core Realm man vanished. As Heaven’s envoy, this person was even more significant than anyone here.

The black-robed man nodded, not denying it.

However, the Azure Emperor remained calm, staring at the black-robed man. “Given this, you were the one who sent me the information on Gu Hai?”

The Azure Emperor was referring to the letter that suddenly came shortly after Gu Hai’s arrival.

The black-robed man stared at the Azure Emperor and revealed a faint smile. “It looks like you are still suspicious of me? However, it does not matter. If you are not going to do it, there will be someone willing between the White Emperor and the Scarlet Emperor.”

“Huh?” The Azure Emperor’s face sank.

“We did not send any letter. If someone did send a letter, it could only be one person,” the black-robed man said indifferently.

“Who?” the Azure Emperor asked.

The Azure Emperor was curious about who sent the information to him.

“The Mosquito Daoist,” the black-robed man said indifferently.

“The Mosquito Daoist?” The Azure Emperor appeared slightly shocked. However, his expression turned cold in the next moment. “With his strength, would the Mosquito Daoist be afraid of Gu Hai? To think that he needs to make use of me?”

However, the black-robed man kept staring at the Azure Emperor without speaking.

“Long Zhanguo’s projection?” The Azure Emperor’s face sank.

The one that the Mosquito Daoist feared was Long Zhanguo.

The black-robed man nodded. “Azure Emperor, are you agreeing to the deal I mentioned earlier?”

“Humph! Heaven’s envoy? Do you think that I would believe that? Do you think I would believe you just because you have the Black Emperor’s medallions?” the Azure Emperor said coldly.

“It is up to you to believe it or not. It does not matter if you do not believe it. Just take it as I have never been here.” The black-robed man made to leave.

“Halt!” The Azure Emperor glared as a powerful aura pressed down.

“Oh? What’s wrong?” The black-robed man moved back slightly but showed no fear.

“Where did you find the Black Emperor’s medallions?” the Azure Emperor asked coldly.

The black-robed man smiled in disdain. “This kind of medallion? Heaven can make as many as he wants. Isn’t it simple?”

“What a joke! The Black Emperor’s medallions contain the Black Emperor’s will and essence blood. Aside from the Black Emperor, no one can make them. Those five come from the Black Emperor,” the Azure Emperor said coldly.

“Since you think that they are unique, go ahead and use them. If you are not willing, we will go to the White Emperor. She will be willing. However, Azure Emperor, remember this: if you dare to interfere when the White Emperor makes her move, Heaven will deal with you.” The black-robed man looked at the Azure Emperor sharply.

This sharp look sent a chill through the Azure Emperor’s heart.

“The Black Emperor’s medallions are with me. What are you going to use to convince the White Emperor?” the Azure Emperor asked in a serious tone.

“The Black Emperor’s medallions? Hah! Heaven gave us more than one set,” the black-robed man said indifferently.

The black-robed man suddenly waved, and five more medallions appeared in his palm.

The Azure Emperor’s expression suddenly changed. Then, he waved.

Whoosh!

The five new medallions flew to the Azure Emperor’s hand while he took out the five medallions from earlier. He sent in some energy to examine them, and the ten medallions gave off black light.

“That’s impossible! How can they be identical?” the Azure Emperor exclaimed in shock.

“You can have these ten medallions. We have more. Goodbye!” The black-robed man walked away.

“You are not allowed to leave.” With a flash, the Azure Emperor blocked the black-robed man.

Although the Azure Emperor doubted the black-robed man, what the black-robed man said had spurred the intense desire in his heart.

What if it is real? What if he really is Heaven’s envoy? Doesn’t that mean Heaven is letting me establish a heavenly dynasty? What would the White Emperor and the Scarlet Emperor count for before Heaven?

“Oh? I’m not permitted to leave?” the black-robed man said.

“You will stay at our residence for now,” the Azure Emperor said coldly.

“Me? Hah! I don’t mind. However, Azure Emperor, remember this. If the White Emperor makes a move, you had best not interfere,” the black-robed man said coldly.

“What do you mean? Wait, you said ‘we’ earlier. You are not alone?” the Azure Emperor said.

The black-robed man smiled coldly.

“Why did Heaven choose me?” the Azure Emperor asked.

“You finally believe me?” The black-robed man smiled.

“Tell me first. Why choose me?” the Azure Emperor insisted.

“The Scarlet Emperor is not in Divine Farmer City. The White Emperor? She has some connection to Gu Hai. You have ambition and are capable. Tell me, who is more suitable?” the black-robed man said indifferently.

The Azure Emperor appeared uncertain.

The Azure Emperor’s subordinates did not dare to interject.

“Stop an alliance between the Qian Nation and the Yan Nation? Help me to establish a heavenly dynasty? How can I believe you?” the Azure Emperor asked.

“Do you think it is difficult for Heaven to help you establish a heavenly dynasty?” the black-robed man countered sullenly.

The Azure Emperor was silent for a while. Indeed, it would not be difficult if the Six Paths Immortal helped. The competition with the White Emperor and the Scarlet Emperor would simply be a joke. However, it seems somewhat unrealistic…

“Why could the Solar Divine Palace, the Myriad Age Daoist Sect, and the Spirit Mountain Holy Land pass down their inheritance for eight hundred thousand years? I won’t elaborate on that. Heaven has not fully awakened yet and has not regained his full strength. However, it will be soon. Even if we fail to stop the Qian Nation and the Yan Nation from allying, it is not a problem. Think about it for yourself,” the black-robed man said indifferently.

Eight hundred thousand years ago, the three holy lands helped the Six Paths Immortal rebel against Heaven successfully. They made impressive contributions. That was why they could last for eight hundred thousand years without their inheritances being broken off. Naturally, the Azure Emperor felt envious of them.

Now, such an opportunity is right before me. Should I take it?

“Sir, we are not suspicious of you. It is just that this matter is very complicated. We need to think about what to do. How about you rest in our residence first? What do you think?” The Azure Emperor’s tone suddenly was much more polite.

The black-robed man looked at the Azure Emperor and nodded. “That’s fine.”

“Bring Sir to the Azure Wood Courtyard to rest,” the Azure Emperor instructed.

“Yes!” One of the Azure Emperor’s subordinates immediately stepped forward.

The Azure Wood Courtyard was the best courtyard in the Azure Emperor’s residence. Only the most honored of guests could enter there. Now, the black-robed man with a faceful of pustules stayed there.

After the black-robed man left the hall, an excited clamor immediately erupted.

“Imperial Lord, it’s true! Even Heaven is helping us!”

“Imperial Lord, this is a great opportunity. You just need to prevent an alliance between the Qian Nation and the Yan Nation!”

“Congratulations, Imperial Lord!”

The Azure Emperor’s subordinates congratulated him in incredible excitement.

However, the Azure Emperor’s expression turned sullen.

“Seven Kills, monitor this black-robed man at all times. His every action has to be monitored!” the Azure Emperor said coldly.

“Ah?” everyone exclaimed.

The Azure Emperor shook his head. “We still cannot fully believe him.”

“Yes!” Seven Kills nodded.

The others appeared confused at this moment.

The Azure Emperor picked up the ten black medallions. As he carefully examined them, a complicated look flashed in his eyes.

Was the black-robed man telling the truth or lying?

There is an opportunity before me. Should I gamble on it?

Although the Azure Emperor was extremely suspicious, a seed of desire planted deep in his heart made him very restless. Perhaps…perhaps it is true?

“Dan Wang!” the Azure Emperor called out.

“Present!”

“Take eight of these ten medallions and send people to command the Black Emperor’s old subordinates. See if they are real,” the Azure Emperor said.

“Yes!” Dan Wang answered.

After some time, Dan Wang returned.

“Imperial Lord, they are real. The most loyal subordinates to the Black Emperor examined the medallions for a long time before obeying enthusiastically,” Dan Wang said excitedly.

“They are real?” A strange look flashed in the Azure Emperor’s eyes.

“Imperial Lord! Imperial Lord! It’s not good!” Seven Kills rushed over.

“What’s wrong?”

“That black-robed man was muttering to himself today. He seemed to be saying that Imperial Lord is not reliable and asked Heaven to make other preparations,” Seven Kills said worriedly.

“Oh?” The Azure Emperor’s face sank.

“However…however, our men saw Heaven replying,” Seven Kills said after letting out a bated breath.

“Replying?”

“Yes! That black-robed man sat by a stone table. After muttering to himself, some words of water appeared on the table: ‘It’s fine. Eight medallions have been tested,’” Seven Kills explained.

“Heaven knows?” Dan Wang’s expression changed.

“Did anyone contact him?” the Azure Emperor asked.

“No. We have been monitoring him all the while. Furthermore, the Azure Wood Courtyard has the ritual arrays Imperial Lord laid. No method of sending secret messages can be executed there. Furthermore, this subordinate checked. He is not a heaven-grade zither and does not have that kind of hearing prowess, so no one can send a message to him. He cannot possibly know what we did unless…,” Seven Kills said, some excitement flashing in his eyes.

“Heaven knows everything?” The Azure Emperor’s eyes lit up. However, he immediately suppressed the excitement in his heart.

“Imperial Lord, it looks like it’s true?” Anticipation flashed in Dan Wang’s eyes.

“Send more people over. Satisfy his every request,” the Azure Emperor instructed.

“Yes!” Dan Wang answered.

“Then, Imperial Lord, we…” Seven Kills looked at the Azure Emperor anxiously.

The Azure Emperor shook his head. “There is nothing wrong with being cautious. Wait for a while longer.”

Seven Kills and the others felt anxious. The seed of desire in the Azure Emperor’s heart had already taken root. However, for the Azure Emperor to reach his current heights, how could he not endure? He suppressed it and waited.

——

Ten days passed in a flash.

Everyone in Divine Farmer City turned their eyes to the Qian Nation’s residence.

Today, Gu Hai finally came out. Carrying a box in his hand, he headed incredibly carefully to Divine Farmer City’s assembly hall—Divine Yan Hall—led by Yan Nation officials.

Many Yan Heavenly Dynasty officials had gathered in the Divine Yan Hall. They all had solemn and stern expressions, although anticipation and disdain flashed in their eyes.

Gu Hai brought his Classic of Changes here today to challenge His Holy Eminence’s Lianshan Classic? Most people were skeptical of Gu Hai’s Classic of Changes and anticipated that Gu Hai would make a fool of himself.

When the five emperors joined the Yan Heavenly Dynasty, Jiang Lianshan had given them the highest authority and privileges. He even permitted them to be absent from the morning assembly.

However, today was different. Even the White Emperor and the Azure Emperor attended the morning assembly. They stood at the head of the two columns of officials—one left and one right.

The Azure Emperor narrowed his eyes slightly at the White Emperor. Although Seven Kills said that the other envoys of Heaven did not contact the White Emperor, the Azure Emperor remained extremely wary.

“Humph!” the White Emperor snorted coldly when she saw the Azure Emperor.

Jiang Lianshan sat in the Divine Yan Hall, having already come out of closed-door cultivation. However, he would probably have still been engrossed in the sixty-four hexagrams if not for Gu Hai coming with the Classic of Changes today.

“Summoning the Qian Nation’s envoy, Gu Hai. Enter the Divine Yan Hall for an audience!”