Cultivating Immortality in the Winter Wasteland.

Chapter 780 Negotiation
After a brief rest, Chen Wang knew that since he was going to establish his own power in the Dao Ning World, he would inevitably have to deal with these ancient forces.

These eight super powers each have profound foundations and would never allow a new power to be born. Becoming their subordinate power is something to consider.

Chen Wang had originally considered attaching himself to a certain power and developing his career under their protection.

But things are different now. Chen Wang has broken through to the Integration Realm and has the help of the Nine-Colored Deer and Xiao Liu, so he has the confidence to do so.

However, Chen Wang did not rashly establish his own power. He planned to deal with these major powers by personally visiting them and first showing courtesy before resorting to force.

Chen Wang was the first to arrive at the Great Zhou Dynasty.

This is a country that places great importance on the law, and even high monks here must act in accordance with the law.

Although there are bound to be some instances of people exploiting legal loopholes, the overall atmosphere is still quite good.

Chen Wang arrived atop the imperial city and revealed his aura. His aura was extremely powerful, and the striking appearance of the Nine-Colored Deer alone was eye-catching.

Soon, a figure broke through the air and stood facing Chen Wang from afar.

When the Emperor of Great Zhou saw Chen Wang, he was first taken aback, and then said in surprise, "So it was you."

Chen Wang smiled and said, "You are too kind, fellow Daoist."

The Emperor of Great Zhou hurriedly returned the greeting and said politely, "I dare not. It was thanks to your help that day that we fought. I never imagined that after so many years, you would have broken through to the Integration Stage. It is truly a cause for celebration."

Chen Wang smiled slightly.

He wasn't even qualified to sit at the table that day; any one of the Nascent Soul stage cultivators could have killed him.

But things are different now; Chen Wang can now engage in dialogue with these people on an equal footing.

Chen Wangdao said, "I have come today to discuss something with you, fellow Daoist."

The Emperor of Great Zhou hurriedly said, "Fellow Daoist, please come in quickly."

Many experts from the Great Zhou Dynasty were dumbfounded as they stared at the handsome young man in the sky.

Among the royal family, Yu Qingdai and Yu Qianzhi stared wide-eyed at Chen Wang, unable to hide their excitement.

These princes and princesses all live within the imperial city. Yu Qingdai and Yu Qianzhi have become much stronger in cultivation, but there are still many people in the imperial city who look down on them.

Although they had the protection of Nascent Soul stage cultivators, many princes and princesses in the imperial city had very powerful maternal families, including quite a few Nascent Soul stage cultivators.

At this moment, a princess who usually got along very badly with them said, "Why are you two so agitated?"

This princess is named Yu Murong. She has an extremely noble status. Her maternal family has been the prime minister of the Great Zhou Dynasty for generations. They are a powerful family with a history of ten thousand years.

Yu Murong had never taken these two women seriously.

Yu Qianzhi pursed her lips and didn't speak; her nature was ultimately more gentle.

But Yu Qingdai didn't indulge her, saying, "So what if we sisters are a little excited because someone from the capital came to visit us today? Didn't you see that the entire capital is already in an uproar?"

Yu Qianzhi was not good with words, but Yu Qingdai was the complete opposite; she was a sharp-tongued woman.

Yu Murong sneered, "Looking at your appearance, anyone who didn't know better would think you knew that Nascent Soul expert. What a joke!"

Yu Qingdai sneered, "So what if we know each other? So what if we don't?"

Yu Murong said, "You are just relying on the protection of a Nascent Soul cultivator. So many years have passed, and we don't even know if he's dead or not. Why hasn't he come to check on you? And now you dare to be so arrogant in front of me."

Yu Qingdai was taken aback upon hearing this, her mind drifting to other thoughts.

Chen Wang had indeed not visited the sisters for a long time.

Thinking that Chen Wang had now broken through to the Integration Stage, her initial joy faded considerably, and she felt somewhat uneasy.

She couldn't hear Yu Murong's next sarcastic remarks.

After everyone had left, Yu Qingdai looked at Yu Qianzhi and said, "Sister, do you think our benefactor has forgotten about us?"

Yu Qianzhi sighed.

After all, the sisters had received great kindness from Chen Wang, and both regarded him as their benefactor.

At this moment, Yu Qianzhi said softly, "Life is unpredictable. Although my sister and I are good-looking, there are so many beautiful women in the world. How could our benefactor, with his status and position, lack women?"

Yu Qingdai said, "My benefactor said he likes twins."

At this moment, she felt a little flustered.

Yu Qianzhi said, "Silly sister, so what if they're twins? Aren't there plenty of triplets, quadruplets, and quintuplets in the world? With your status and position, let alone twin sisters, even if you were to have a mother and daughter, wouldn't there be plenty of people eager to come to you?"

Yu Qingdai opened her mouth as if to speak, but a hint of disappointment flickered in her eyes.

"Sister, you are the one who sees things clearly."

She sighed softly, a flood of sorrow rising in her heart.

Yu Qianzhi looked at her younger sister and sighed silently, still somewhat shocked.
How did Chen Wang become a Nascent Soul cultivator?
Even his father, the emperor, had to greet him with a smile.
Yu Qianzhi felt as if she had been transported to another world, and thought that this world was too unreal.

.........

Inside the Great Zhou Imperial Palace, the Zhou Emperor straightened his clothes and ordered the palace servants to serve him celestial tea.

After Chen Wang sat down, he politely asked, "I still don't know how to address you, my friend?"

Chen Wang didn't bring up any other names at this moment, and simply said, "Chen Wang."

Emperor Zhou smiled and said, "So it's Fellow Daoist Chen. I haven't yet repaid your kindness last time. May I ask what brings you here to discuss this matter?"

Chen Wang said, "I will not hide it from you, fellow Daoist. I am not a cultivator from this world, but come from another human realm."

Emperor Zhou was not surprised.

He had long anticipated that experts in the Integration Stage wouldn't suddenly appear like cabbages.

Chen Wang continued, "The human realm where I live has been invaded by demons and is now completely destroyed. The Great Dao is no more. I am leading the remaining humans in a hopeful search for a place to live. I plan to establish a Daoist temple within the Dao Ning World to pass on the Daoist tradition. What do you think, my friend?"

Upon hearing this, Emperor Zhou frowned slightly.

The Dao Ning World has always been comprised of eight major powers, but judging from their words, it seems they intend to establish a ninth major power.

Zhou Huang said, "I am naturally very happy to welcome you to the Dao Ning World, but I don't know what the other families think."

Chen Wang said, "Floating duckweed has no roots. The survivors I lead are people who survived the calamity. They only want a place to live. I don't think the other fellow Daoists will object."

Emperor Zhou smiled slightly and said, "The human race in all the heavens and myriad realms originates from the same source, so naturally we should help each other. Fellow Daoist, you have led the human race through countless migrations, which is a great merit in itself. I will certainly not sit idly by and will help you establish your Daoist temple. If the other families have any objections, I will also mediate between them." Regardless of whether Emperor Zhou's words were true or false, his attitude at this moment was at least very kind and sincere.

Chen Wang smiled and said, "In that case, I thank you in advance, fellow Daoist."

The two exchanged pleasantries, and the atmosphere between them was very harmonious.

Before departing, Chen Wang said, "It's better to meet by chance than to invite someone. Since you have this intention, why don't we go together now?"

Emperor Zhou was slightly taken aback, not expecting Chen Wang to be so honest.

He was an emperor of a dynasty and a great cultivator in the Integration stage, so saying nice things was just a regular occurrence for him.

But now that Chen Wang has said this, Emperor Zhou thought for a moment and said, "I am willing to go with you, but we have encountered great changes. The Sun Ship is causing havoc and making people suffer. There are indeed many things in the court that I cannot leave."

Chen Wang said with a smile, "It won't be long before I go with you to say hello. I admire you for governing the Great Zhou with the rule of law and managing even the great cultivators so that they dare not cause trouble. With such an upright and honest elder as you by my side, things should be easier and less likely to cause conflict."

Emperor Zhou was slightly taken aback, then smiled and said, "Since you put it that way, fellow Daoist, how about I accompany you on this journey?"

Chen Wang was overjoyed, took Zhou Huang's hand, and the two went out together.

At this moment, the nine-colored deer pulled the imperial carriage to a stop in the palace.

Upon seeing this, Emperor Zhou also showed surprise: "This divine beast's aura is only slightly weaker than mine. A divine beast in the Integration stage pulling a chariot, that's truly impressive!"

Many thoughts flashed through his mind, and he was filled with envy.

Chen Wang intended to invite Emperor Zhou to ride in the imperial carriage, but Emperor Zhou quickly refused, saying solemnly, "Fellow Daoist may ride in this imperial carriage, but I cannot. I have my own supernatural powers, and I will travel with you."

The nine-colored deer's aura was no weaker than his, and Emperor Zhou did not believe he was qualified to sit in this precious carriage; he still had that much sense of propriety.

Upon hearing this, the Nine-Colored Deer raised its head and glanced at Emperor Zhou, thinking to itself, "This human does know a thing or two."

Seeing this, Chen Wang did not refuse, and said with a smile, "I will go to the Bodhi Holy Land with you first. The Buddhists are kind and compassionate and cannot bear to see the suffering of sentient beings. It should be easier to talk to them."

Emperor Zhou nodded and said, "Alright, I will go with you, fellow Daoist."

But he had a feeling that this trip might not go too smoothly.

The old monks at Bodhi Holy Land have notoriously bad tempers, and these bald monks have never cared about the suffering of sentient beings. I'm afraid I'm going to run into a brick wall.

However, Chen Wang ignored Zhou Huang's thoughts and went to the Bodhi Holy Land with Zhou Huang.

Upon arriving at the Bodhi Holy Land, the mountain gates opened one by one, revealing monks in turn.

As soon as the two of them arrived at the Bodhi Holy Land, they saw Master Duku standing far away on the mountain peak. The mountain wind was blowing his wide monk's robe, and he looked like a celestial being.

A unified voice rang out from the mountains: "Welcome, distinguished guests!"

The voices of tens of thousands of monks soared into the sky, their breaths intertwined, creating a powerful and awe-inspiring effect.

Upon seeing this, Emperor Zhou was also startled, thinking to himself, "Where did the old monk get this information? Is he trying to give Fellow Daoist Chen a hard time?"

Upon seeing this, Chen Wang felt a slight chill run down his spine.

However, he calmly rode the precious chariot and flew up.

However, to show respect for this ancient holy site and to conform to local etiquette, Chen Wang flew up from the mountainside, not very high, just to make a token gesture.

Master Duku, noticing this detail, softened his gaze slightly.

Upon arriving at the summit, Chen Wang greeted Master Duku.

Master Duku smiled and said, "Fellow Daoist, have you come here to seek a place to settle down?"

Chen Wang said, "That's right, how did you know, Master?"

Master Duku said, "Our Buddhist sect has the ability to see into the heavens, understand others' minds, and know past lives. I just deduced it."

Chen Wang was also moved upon hearing this, thinking to himself, "This old monk does indeed have some skill."

Emperor Zhou remained silent, unsure of Master Duku's meaning.

Master Duku said, "This humble monk can grant you this request, fellow Daoist. We can sit down and have a proper talk. However, this humble monk has a small request."

Chen Wang, with a solemn expression, said, "Please speak, Master."

Master Duku said, "The Dao Ning World needs to recuperate after the Sun God Ship's cholera outbreak. I do not want you to start a war, nor do I want you to become an ambitious ruler who plans to unify the world. In other words, I can accept the emergence of a ninth power, but I cannot accept you annexing other powers, even if they are currently in trouble."

Upon hearing this, Emperor Zhou couldn't help but glance at the old monk a few more times, thinking to himself, "This old monk is indeed very principled and has a broad perspective."

Chen Wang glanced at Emperor Zhou, then at Master Duku, and said with a smile, "I have already told Emperor Zhou that this is only to find a place to settle down and establish a temple; I have absolutely no intention of conquering the world."

He wasn't clear about the true strength of these holy lands; his current plan was simply to establish his own power in the Dao Ning World, and he didn't want to start a war with the major powers, causing widespread suffering and misery.
If he can't obtain the power of faith, he will be trapped in endless vendettas here.

Master Duku's eyes shone with golden light as he smiled and said, "What you say is true, fellow Daoist. This humble monk has no other requests for the time being."

His tone softened, and the aggressive, confrontational scene that Zhou Huang had imagined did not materialize.

Suddenly, Master Duku turned to look at Emperor Zhou and smiled, "Your Majesty, are you somewhat surprised that this old monk didn't throw things at people like a stinking rock in a latrine?"

The compassionate and peaceful master suddenly spoke so down-to-earthly that Zhou Huang's lips twitched involuntarily. He quickly said, "How could that be? In comparison, the master has a broad mind and far-sighted vision, which is truly admirable."

Master Duku smiled and said, "Buddhism has the ability to read minds, so Your Majesty should not speak recklessly here."

Emperor Zhou was startled, and a hint of doubt appeared in his eyes. He thought to himself, "Could it be that the old monk can see through my thoughts?"

Seeing this, Master Duku smiled slightly and said nothing more.

He couldn't possibly see through anything; he only guessed that the Zhou emperor was definitely not saying anything good about him behind his back, and that was what he thought too.

Seeing that he had intimidated Emperor Zhou and put him into deep thought, the old monk did not say anything more and invited Chen Wang to come and be his guest.

With the guarantee of two great figures, the Emperor of the Great Zhou and Master Duku of the Bodhi Holy Land, Chen Wang traveled among the eight major powers without having any conflicts with anyone.

Except for the people from the Ancient Immortal Holy Land, who were somewhat arrogant, the other forces quickly agreed.

Finally, the group discussed the territory, and each of the other forces carved out a small piece so that Chen Wang could spread his teachings and also provide a place for him to relocate the remnants of the human realm.

Taking care of the human race in all the heavens and myriad realms is their duty, and they did not secretly shirk it or stab each other in the back, showing great magnanimity.

Of course, this is also because Chen Wang himself is strong enough; he is not only at the Integration Stage,
There are even mythical beasts in their combined form pulling a chariot.

Otherwise, no matter who you are, you won't even be able to step through the mountain gate.

(End of this chapter)