Emperor Wu Shihuang's handwriting, do not go out of the Milky Way border

"You think they haven't tried? Things like the Heavenly Dao Net and the Primordial Golden List are all experiments conducted by many Great Luo Heavenly Venerables and Primordial Dao Masters, but unfortunately they are still half-dead."

"Only someone with a background like Fellow Daoist Hongmeng could accomplish such a great thing."

"Indeed. The current collision of all the myriad paths in the heavens is extremely precious to us Great Luo Heavenly Venerables and Primordial Dao Lords, but it is of little use to those Primordial Limitless Dao Ancestors, and can only add icing on the cake."

"Those who can do it don't need it, while those who can't do it yearn for it. This has allowed Fellow Daoist Hongmeng to take the lead."

Ying Zheng was completely unconcerned about the envy, jealousy, and hatred he felt towards the numerous Great Luo Celestial Venerables and Primordial Dao Lords. These were merely innate deities whom he had surpassed.

He no longer cares about them now, and once he takes that step in the future, he won't care about them at all. What use are their jealous words now? They'll still have to willingly join the Hongmeng Law Network in exchange for limited access, using the collision of myriad paths within to build their own foundation and comprehend the Great Dao.

However, the thought of his next target gave Ying Zheng a headache. The Heavenly Court, the Underworld, the Demon Realm, and many other powerful forces would be difficult to deal with.

As for the worlds occupied by those Primordial Chaos Dao Lords, using the names of Goddess Nuwa and the Supreme Pure Spiritual Treasure Heavenly Venerable, along with the lure of authority, should be no problem. Once these major powers are dealt with, the other Primordial Chaos Dao Lords will flock to them, and even just granting them a little authority will bring their worlds under the shroud of the Primordial Chaos Law Net.

This is the inevitable trend. However, the trend has not yet been fully formed, and the Jade Emperor, the Earth Goddess, and the Buddhist Realm of Mount Ling are not to be trifled with.

However, for the sake of his own path, Ying Zheng had no choice but to do so. As long as they didn't go too far, Ying Zheng could agree to their requests.

Just as Ying Zheng was pondering, his divine sense was suddenly pulled into an unknown space. The chaotic, mad, destructive, and bloodthirsty characteristics of the demonic path rushed towards him.

A lotus flower quietly bloomed in the void, reaching the twenty-fourth grade. This was undoubtedly the twenty-fourth grade Destruction Black Lotus, which had reached the pinnacle of Chaos Spiritual Treasures. Its owner was none other than Rahu, the ancestor of the Demonic Path—a powerful figure who had always contended with the Dao Ancestor Hongjun.

Ying Zheng's expression was wary. Why was the Demon Ancestor Rahu seeking him out at this critical juncture? Did he intend to hinder his path to enlightenment? But that seemed unlikely.

He was currently in the Great Crimson Heaven World, and to make a move here would anger the Supreme Pure Moral Heavenly Venerable, and invite the fierce suppression of the Upper Pure Spiritual Treasure Heavenly Venerable and Nuwa. The Demon Ancestor Rahu would not be so unwise. So, what was the purpose of inviting him to meet?
Many speculations flashed through Ying Zheng's mind, but he quickly dismissed them. Since he was already here, there was no point in dwelling on them. He might as well wait for the Demon Ancestor Rahu to reveal everything.

As the lotus fully bloomed, a sinister-looking man dressed in black sat cross-legged within it.

Demon Ancestor Rahu propped his head up with one hand, lazily reclining on the lotus platform, his gaze seemingly casually observing Ying Zheng: "The little fellow is not bad. His methods and temperament are even better than before after reincarnation. It seems you have also noticed something, otherwise you would not have laid out this so-called Primordial Law Net at this critical moment."

Ying Zheng remained wary. The Demon Ancestor Rahu possessed formidable strength and was adept at discerning people's weaknesses and using them to his advantage. Such a charismatic and powerful figure was precisely the kind of person Ying Zheng had always avoided.

He was still too weak to face the Demon Ancestor Rahu: "The Demon Ancestor sought me out, surely not just to chat about these trivial matters?"

Upon hearing this, Demon Ancestor Rahu laughed loudly: "Hongmeng, you're quite bold. I do indeed have something to discuss with you. This matter concerns your path to enlightenment. You only need to promise me that after you attain enlightenment, you will attack the Main God Space. Then I will not only bring the Demon Realm into Hongmeng's Law Network, but also make all the Demon Lords under the Demon Realm's command and the entire world submit to me. What do you think of this deal?"

Upon hearing the deal proposed by Demon Ancestor Rahu, Ying Zheng's expression became extremely solemn. What exactly had the Main God Space done to anger this Demon Ancestor, that he would be sent to conquer it after achieving enlightenment?

It should be known that the Main God Space has always been mysterious and unpredictable in the myriad realms, and no one knows the true wielder behind this Chaos Treasure.

This is why all parties are both wary and suspicious of the God Realm.

So what was the purpose of Demon Ancestor Rahu ordering him to attack the Main God Space?

What is it for?
Or is it to force out the person behind the scenes?

Considering that Demon Ancestor Rahu and Dao Ancestor Hongjun have always been at odds, could this Main God Space be related to Ancestor Hongjun?

If that's the case, then this matter is quite tricky.

However, the conditions offered by the Demon Ancestor Rahu were indeed difficult for Ying Zheng to refuse.

If Demon Ancestor Luo Hou is willing to join the Hongmeng Law Network system, Ying Zheng is very confident that he can persuade other major forces.

However, whether the price was worth it left Ying Zheng somewhat hesitant.

Despite such temptation, he remained calm and thoughtful, which earned him high regard from the Demon Ancestor Rahu.

The Demon Ancestor Rahu's lips curled into a playful smile: "It seems you've already guessed something. So, do you have the guts? Without the help of my demonic path, your chances of attaining enlightenment before the situation changes drastically are slim. But if you grant my request, with your talent and the integration of various forces, you will surely attain enlightenment within ten epochs, at which point you will have the power to protect yourself. What will you choose?"

The choice offered by the Demon Ancestor Rahu was both a temptation and a threat to Ying Zheng.

Finally, Ying Zheng smiled helplessly: "As expected of the Demon Ancestor, your grasp of human nature is so exquisite. Alright, I accept this deal!"

Demon Ancestor Rahu immediately smiled: "Good! As expected of the one I chose, you are indeed courageous. Then I will await good news in the Demon Realm!"

At the same time, the foundation stone formed from the Great Dao of Primordial Chaos in Ying Zheng's hand slowly floated towards the Demon Ancestor Rahu.

Without hesitation, Demon Ancestor Rahu reached out and took it, and then the twenty-four-petaled Black Lotus of Destruction vanished quietly.

As that space shattered, Ying Zheng slowly awoke.

At this moment, he could sense that the Primordial Foundation Stone had merged into the Demon Realm.

The entire Demon Realm trembled slightly, and this realm was divided into seventy-two heavens.

These seventy-two days are the territory of the seventy-two Primordial Dao Lords under the command of the Demonic Path.

As the Hongmeng Law Network rapidly expanded, all the demons in the Demon Realm were alarmed.

The demonic path is inherently filled with betrayal and slaughter. The demons born in the demon realm are all extremely vigilant, and they would never allow something of unknown origin to bind them.

"The Seventy-Two Heavens of the Demon Realm are now being brought under the Hongmeng Law Network!"

"I hereby advise all fellow Daoists of the Demon Clan that the Primordial Law Net has been approved by the Demon Ancestor Rahu. No demon may disrupt it; those who violate this rule will bear the consequences!"

"Your status as a Great Luo Celestial Venerable/Primordial Dao Master has been detected, and you are currently granting certain privileges!"

"..."

As the Hongmeng Law Network announcement spread, the entire Demon Clan grew wary.

Those with inside information had already discovered the identity of the creator of the Hongmeng Legal Network.

As many Primordial Dao Lords experienced the benefits of their newfound authority, greed began to grow in their hearts.

The Styx Ancestor, who harbored a grudge against Ying Zheng, was furious upon sensing this familiar power: "How could the Demon Ancestor agree to such a request!"

Now, even the Blood Sea Heaven of the Styx Ancestor is under the shroud of the Primordial Law Net, and the Blood Sea Great World has been included within it.

This is the promise made by the Demon Ancestor Rahu: all the great worlds under the Demon Realm must join the Primordial Law Network.

Even world rulers like Styx Ancestor could not defy it.

At this moment, many Primordial Dao Lords are pondering how to expand the authority of the Primordial Law Network.

Even with Nuwa and Shangqing Lingbao Tianzun standing behind Ying Zheng, these audacious individuals could not be intimidated.

Ying Zheng was prepared for this situation when he agreed to the deal.

These Great Luo Heavenly Venerables and Primordial Dao Lords of the Demon Realm have all grown up through endless slaughter, destruction, and betrayal; how could they possibly know fear?

However, they had not yet figured out the relationship between Ying Zheng and the Demon Ancestor Rahu, so they dared not act rashly.

Ying Zheng paid no heed to their probing. Now, waving the tiger's skin as a banner, he didn't take these demonic brats seriously at all. Through the collision and enlightenment of various demonic paths, his own primordial Dao began to transform.

At the same time, all the demons and countless beings under the Hongmeng Law Net were shocked.

They could hardly imagine what benefits Ying Zheng had offered that would allow the Demon Ancestor Rahu to personally bring the Demon Realm into the Hongmeng Law Net.

This matter even alarmed Nuwa, who was in seclusion.

Nuwa watched Ying Zheng undergoing his transformation into a great being and then moved him to the world of mountains and seas to avoid disturbing him.

But Nuwa remained worried: "The Demon Ancestor Rahu's actions are not without reason. Brother, what deal did you make with him?"

Just as Nuwa was worrying, tens of thousands of years passed in the blink of an eye. At this moment, Ying Zheng awoke from the transformation of the Primordial Chaos Dao.

Looking up and seeing Nuwa's anxious expression, Ying Zheng gently comforted her: "The price I paid was only to attack the Main God Space after I attained enlightenment."

Nuwa's expression changed slightly, and surprise flashed in her eyes: "Could it be that the Main God Space, this troublemaker of the heavens, is backed by the Ancestor Hongjun? If not, why would the Demon Ancestor Rahu want to target the Main God Space? What exactly does he want you to test?"

This series of questions also reflected Ying Zheng's confusion: "It's alright. By then, I will have attained enlightenment and will be able to fight even against Hongjun Ancestor. At worst, we can lie low and not participate in their struggle."

“Exactly. For my brother, the most important thing right now is to attain enlightenment as soon as possible. Only after you have attained enlightenment can you make plans for everything else.” Nuwa wholeheartedly agreed.

After understanding the whole story, Nuwa's spiritual body immediately dissipated, while her true form remained in seclusion.

Ying Zheng was also preparing to move on to his next target – the Buddhist Ling Mountain.

At this moment, Ying Zheng stepped into the Buddhist realm, where sandalwood incense wafted and chanting filled the air.
Endless, peaceful Buddhist light shines in all directions, and the profound power of faith converges here from all the heavens and myriad realms. Everywhere you look, golden lotuses and Bodhi trees abound, imbued with a subtle Buddhist aura.

The Buddhist realm is also a vast world, and the very foundation of Buddhism, with two Primordial Dao Ancestors presiding over it.

They are the Daoist Zhunti and the Daoist Jieyin, who are revered in Buddhism as the Mother of Zhunti Buddha and Amitabha Buddha.

In the primordial era, they were also powerful figures who occupied the Heavenly Dao Saintly positions.

When the primordial chaos was shattered, they used Mount Sumeru as the center and split off Xiniuhezhou as the core of the Buddhist realm.

Over countless years, through the blessings of numerous Arhats, Bodhisattvas, and Buddhas, this vast Buddhist realm has finally been formed.

Buddhism and Taoism were originally founded by the Taoist Zhunti and the Taoist Jieyin.

Such a situation is truly rare. What is even rarer is that they jointly govern Buddhism and Taoism without any discord, but instead work together to strengthen the lineage.

Ultimately, Amitabha Buddha relinquished his authority over the Buddhist path, allowing Cundi to take sole control, while he himself established his own Dream Path.

Because of Amitabha Buddha's magnanimity, Cundi Buddha Mother also abandoned the Buddhist path and turned to cultivate the Great Way of Nirvana.

Both of their experiences can be described as inspiring and arduous. The current leader of Buddhism and Taoism is Vairocana Buddha of the Vulture Peak Mahayana Buddhism.

When Buddhism and Taoism were flourishing, the three brothers parted ways due to the discord among the Three Pure Ones.

Taiqing Daode Tianzun subdued Duobao Daoren, causing him to convert barbarians to Buddhism and establish Mahayana Buddhism, intending to divide Buddhism and Taoism.

Unexpectedly, the Buddha Mother Cundi and Amitabha Buddha possessed extraordinary minds.

They directly relinquished their position as religious leader, handing it over to Vairocana Buddha, thus helping him attain the position of Buddha.

Although the current Mahavairocana Buddha is not yet the true Buddha.

However, possessing some Buddhist and Taoist authority, his strength far surpasses that of the Primordial Dao Master.

The moment Ying Zheng stepped into the Buddhist realm, countless statues of Arhats, Bodhisattvas, and Buddhas trembled slightly.

Many eyes were focused on Ying Zheng, but all turned away the next moment.

Although Ying Zheng did not conceal his whereabouts, at this moment he seemed to be the embodiment of the Great Dao!
Those with low cultivation should not gaze at it for too long, otherwise they may easily become immersed in it, causing their own cultivation to be assimilated.

At this moment, the Great Sun Tathagata Buddha, who was preaching at the Great Thunderclap Temple, abruptly stopped. The numerous Arhats, Bodhisattvas, and Buddhas seated on golden lotuses of merit within the temple remained silent.

Ying Zheng looked up and met the gaze of the Great Sun Buddha. In that instant, their eyes met, and the void trembled.

In the contest of the Great Dao, the Great Sun Tathagata Buddha was slightly inferior: "Amitabha. I already know the purpose of your visit, fellow Daoist. However, this matter is not something I can decide."

Ying Zheng didn't care at all: "It's alright. Please introduce me to the Cundi Buddha Mother and Amitabha Buddha."

"Excellent." The Great Sun Tathagata Buddha looked relieved.

Immediately afterward, the Great Sun Buddha stepped out of the Great Thunderclap Temple, and Ying Zheng's figure quietly appeared beside him.

Under the watchful eyes of numerous Arhats, Bodhisattvas, and Buddhas, the two walked toward the summit of Mount Sumeru.

Although the Great Thunder Temple holds a revered position in the Buddhist world, it can only be located on the mountainside of Mount Sumeru.

At the summit of Mount Sumeru, a towering Bodhi tree stands majestically, radiating the innate metal energy, and the Dao of Nirvana can be faintly seen flowing within it.

The Bodhi tree sways gracefully, inspiring wisdom in all beings. The gentle breeze rustles through it, creating a magnificent scene.

Ying Zheng looked up at the Bodhi tree. As the ancestor of all Bodhi trees in the world, it had been nurtured by the Buddha Mother Cundi to the realm of chaotic spiritual roots.

The Bodhi seeds it produces are precious treasures of Buddhism and Taoism. Ordinary beings can attain the Arhatship and unlock great wisdom by consuming just one seed.

As Ying Zheng ascended to the mountain peak, he took the opportunity to comprehend the profound rhythm of the Bodhi tree.

Aside from the Geng Metal Dao that the Bodhi tree inherently represents, the vaguely condensed Dao of Wisdom is also extraordinary, containing profound Buddhist and Taoist power.

At its deepest depth lies the Path of Nirvana, the transformed state of the Cundi Buddha Mother. This occurred just as Ying Zheng was peering into the very essence of the Bodhi tree!

In a daze, Ying Zheng seemed to see a figure etched with suffering, draped in robes resembling those of a monk or a Taoist priest, sitting upright in the void. Where the power of annihilation flowed, all spirits returned to stillness.

But in an instant, the Great Dao of Nirvana quietly dissipated, transforming into the Supreme Buddha Kingdom. Countless believers chanted the name of the Cundi Buddha Mother, their subtle Buddha-nature coalescing into a compassionate and serene figure.

When Ying Zheng arrived at the summit, he saw a lotus pond and a Bodhi tree guarding Mount Sumeru, suppressing the fortune of the entire Buddhist realm.

That lotus pond is the Eight Treasures Merit Lotus Pond, where the water of the Eight Treasures Merit, gathered with the power of merit, nurtures the golden lotus of merit.

The pond is filled with the fragrance of lotus blossoms, and in the center of the pond, a lotus of twenty-four varieties intertwines gold and white, presenting a dreamlike appearance.

Upon seeing this lotus, Ying Zheng knew that it was the true form of Amitabha Buddha.

The nineteenth-grade Primordial Purple Lotus within Ying Zheng's body trembled slightly, sensing a being of the same origin.

Ying Zheng recalled Nuwa's words: Amitabha Buddha's origins lie in the lotus core of the thirty-six-petaled creation lotus. (End of Chapter)