The Heavenly Emperor of Chu

Chapter 234 The Five Elements and Their Cycle
Since the birth of the new emperor, no one has seen him again. However, this has brought a sigh of relief to the world, as the new emperor seems to have a bad temper and is prone to getting into trouble.

Now that the new emperor is not showing his divine power in the mortal realm, they are even more eager for this.

Although the new emperor did not manifest his divine power in the world, peace did not return to the land; on the contrary, the situation deteriorated further, with battles raging everywhere.

The reason is that before the new emperor attained enlightenment, he slaughtered too many living beings and forces, leaving many life-source areas empty. This means that a large amount of territory and resources became unclaimed.

The world's resources are finite; if you take more, I'll take less.

With so many resources and territories now available, it naturally attracted a fierce scramble from various factions, even leading to large-scale battles. This struggle lasted for a long time, until ten thousand years later, when all the resources and territories had been divided up, and the chaos gradually subsided.

During these ten thousand years, Wudao also visited most of the major life-source areas in the human world.

One day, as he approached a golden, ancient star, he suddenly sensed a very familiar aura.

"Hmm? This aura... is it from a celestial being?"

Wu Dao looked at the golden star floating deep in the starry sky. It was golden all over, as if it were cast from the gold of the Dao Tribulation, and it carried an inexplicable Dao charm.

Faintly, from that golden star, there was a hidden aura, very similar to his, carrying an aura that did not belong to the human world.

"Could this be the place where the Immortal Phoenix Emperor cultivates in seclusion?" Wu Dao's eyes narrowed.

In the entire human realm, the only one who is clearly of immortal origin is the Immortal Phoenix Emperor from 300,000 years ago. He lived for 100,000 years in three lifetimes, which is an extremely long time.

Besides, there are some beings in the human world such as Blood Phoenix, Qilin, and Dragon who have attained enlightenment, but they do not possess the aura of immortals and cannot be familiar to those who seek enlightenment.

"I never imagined that after so many years, the Celestial Phoenix would still be alive in the mortal realm. It's truly remarkable."

Wu Dao was startled. The Immortal Phoenix Emperor had also visited the Thai Emperor before, but at that time he only had a weak consciousness and only a few impressions.

But unexpectedly, hundreds of thousands of years later, he sensed that familiar aura again in this place. Moreover, judging from that aura just now, this Immortal Phoenix Emperor was still at his peak and had not severed his own life.

Moreover, under the influence of enlightenment, the Celestial Phoenix's strength far surpassed his, and she traveled a great distance on the path to immortality in the mortal world.

"Fellow Daoist, please allow me to have a chat!"

Just as he was pondering the Dao, a majestic voice rang in his ears.

"I am deeply honored by Fellow Daoist Immortal Phoenix's invitation."

Without the slightest hesitation, Wu Dao immediately agreed. Putting everything else aside, being able to discuss the Dao with the Immortal Phoenix Emperor would save him from many detours.

After all, the two were both immortals, and the transformation method of the Immortal Phoenix Emperor was of great reference value to him.

The next moment, a colorful path emerged from the golden star ahead and landed in front of Wudao.

"What a powerful immortal phoenix! It seems to have already gone very far on the path to immortality in the mortal world."

Wu Dao looked at the five-colored radiant path before him, its aura unfathomable. If he were to confront the master of the five-colored radiant path, he would likely be suppressed in a very short time.

However, he showed no fear and stepped onto the Five-Colored Path.

In an instant, a vast expanse of sacred mountains appeared before Wudao's eyes, and even he couldn't help but show a hint of amazement.

This mountain range is quite unique; as a whole, it resembles a phoenix poised to take flight, its head facing the rising sun and its tail reaching towards the western sky. The undulating mountains on both sides resemble the phoenix's wings, as if it is about to spread its wings and soar into the sky at any moment.

Between the mountains, wisps of five-colored light flowed, like a celestial abode.

"What a treasure land! It's no less amazing than those forbidden zones on the ancient star of the Big Dipper," Wu Dao exclaimed in admiration.

Such treasure lands are rare, even after the heavens and earth have nurtured them. Apart from the various forbidden zones of life on the ancient star of the Big Dipper, perhaps only the ancestral land of the Chu family on the ancient star of Tianji can compare.

As for the strongholds of other extreme forces, they are far inferior.

"Hahaha, fellow Daoist, you flatter me." The Immortal Phoenix laughed loudly and revealed herself.

Suddenly, a middle-aged man with a dignified appearance, wearing a five-colored phoenix crown and a five-colored gorgeous robe appeared.

Although the Immortal Phoenix did not reveal any aura, Wu Dao still sensed the vast and powerful blood and energy within him, which was far stronger than his own.

Wu Dao wasn't surprised either. The Immortal Phoenix was also born from an immortal spirit and attained enlightenment hundreds of thousands of years earlier than him, so it was only natural that she had such strength.

"Fellow Daoist Immortal Phoenix, it has been hundreds of thousands of years since we last met, and your charm remains unchanged." Wu Dao looked at the middle-aged man in front of him and bowed slightly.

Although he hadn't yet taken human form at that time, he had seen the Celestial Phoenix before, so it wasn't entirely unfamiliar to him.

"Fellow Daoist, you are too kind. It is rare to find immortals like you and me in the mortal realm. I was delighted to see such a sight, which is why I invited you here for a chat." The Immortal Phoenix smiled slightly.

He had already noticed it when Wudao attained enlightenment. However, since Wudao had just attained enlightenment and came from the King's side, he did not disturb him too much.

Unexpectedly, after he had been in seclusion for a while, this Enlightened Emperor appeared before him, which is why he took the initiative to invite him. Before long, the two found a place to sit cross-legged.

"Fellow Daoist Wudao, I wonder how His Majesty the Emperor Tai is doing lately?" Immortal Phoenix spoke first.

For him, the King of Thailand is like a guiding light, showing him the way forward. Otherwise, if he were left to fumble his way alone, he would most likely have failed along the way.

He could always sense an unusually close aura from the King of Thailand, which made him feel very comfortable.

Wu Dao was slightly taken aback, but immediately replied, "Fellow Daoist, rest assured. His Majesty the Emperor Tai's cultivation is beyond compare, and his cultivation level has already reached an incredible level. No one in the mortal world can threaten His Majesty the Emperor Tai."

In his view, the Celestial Phoenix's worries were completely unnecessary. Even if the human world were destroyed, it wouldn't necessarily threaten His Majesty the Emperor.

The two then chatted for a while, mostly with the phoenix asking questions and the enlightened one answering.

"Fellow Daoist Immortal Phoenix, would you be willing to discuss the Dao with me?"

Looking at the distinguished middle-aged man before him, Wu Dao couldn't help but reveal a hint of anticipation in his eyes.

This Celestial Phoenix Emperor was also born from a celestial spirit, and his talent was comparable to his. He had also lived in the mortal realm for hundreds of thousands of years, and his understanding of the Great Dao was probably unmatched by any other being in the human realm.

If he could have a discussion with him, he would surely gain a great deal. That is why he did not refuse the invitation from the Immortal Phoenix.

"Right on my mind."

Xianhuang nodded, not refusing. Although Wudao's cultivation was not as high as his, because his true form was the Wudao Ancient Tea Tree, he was naturally favored by all paths and was a true darling of heaven and earth.

Furthermore, since Wu Dao was born of a celestial being, even if he didn't speak, the Celestial Phoenix would take the initiative to invite him to discuss the Dao.

In an instant, the five-colored radiance surrounding the Immortal Phoenix surged, and a profound and mysterious Daoist aura flowed, expounding the profound meaning of the Five Virtues of Heaven.

In the void, golden lotuses of the Great Dao appeared out of thin air, each one embodying the Dao and Dharma of the Immortal Phoenix Emperor.

Profound and mysterious runes flew out from the mouth of the phoenix, surging between heaven and earth, revealing unparalleled mystery.

Upon seeing this scene, Wu Dao's expression immediately turned serious, and he listened attentively to the Great Dao spoken by the Immortal Phoenix Emperor.

The Immortal Phoenix's path is unique, following the cyclical path of the Five Virtues of Heaven and Earth. These are metal, wood, water, fire, and earth, each with its own color, perfectly corresponding to its five-colored radiance.

When one cultivates to the highest level, the innate five-colored radiance emerges, capable of sweeping away nothing.

In particular, the combination of the Five Virtues and the Nirvana truth of the Immortal Phoenix made the Immortal Phoenix thrive on the Immortal Path in the Mortal World. In just 300,000 years, it had already completed half of the Immortal Path in the Mortal World, which was much better than the Immortal Phoenix's predecessor, the Undying Emperor.

After an unknown amount of time, the celestial sounds of the Great Dao in the void gradually subsided, leaving only wisps of profound and mysterious Daoist rhymes that lingered on and on.

However, Wu Dao did not awaken immediately; he was still in the process of comprehending the Dao.

The Immortal Phoenix was not in a hurry. This lecture was a way for him to sort out his own Great Dao, and his Dao and Dharma were more harmonious than before.

"Thank you, Fellow Daoist Immortal Phoenix. I have gained a great deal from the theory of the Five Elements and the true meaning of Nirvana."

After Wu Dao regained consciousness, he bowed deeply to the dignified man before him.

The Five Virtues and the True Meaning of Nirvana of the Immortal Phoenix gave him great inspiration. He even had the confidence to open up two methods of transformation from them, which was of profound significance to his path to immortality in the mortal world.

"Fellow Daoist, you are too kind. We are both immortals and have both received the favor of the Thai Emperor. We should support each other."

Xianhuang shook her head and helped the green-clad youth in front of her up.

This is true. His very birth as a Daoist immortal is enough to make the Celestial Phoenix take him seriously. Moreover, he comes from the Tai Emperor's inner circle, so he is naturally close to her and trustworthy. Naturally, she hopes that he can also walk on the right path.

"Fellow Daoist Immortal Phoenix, please sit down and listen to my humble opinion on the Great Dao. I hope you will not hesitate to offer your guidance!"

When discussing his own Dao, Wu Dao's eyes flashed with pride. Although his understanding of the Dao was not as profound as that of the Immortal Phoenix Emperor, he still had considerable insights in terms of breadth, thanks to his own foundation.

"Please make yourself at home, fellow Daoist!"

The Immortal Phoenix nodded slightly. Although Wu Dao's cultivation was inferior to hers, every Daoist who had attained enlightenment had their own unique insights into the Great Dao. Learning from others could be beneficial, and perhaps even inspire her.

Especially for the path to immortality in the mortal world, every inspiration is extremely important, and it may be able to create a method of transformation.

Although the Celestial Phoenix Clan possesses the Nirvana Method, the process is extremely perilous, with each attempt potentially resulting in complete annihilation. If a method of metamorphosis could be used to complement this, perhaps there would be greater room for maneuver.

In an instant, an overwhelming killing intent erupted from Wudao's body, immediately causing a dramatic change in the celestial phenomena. Blood covered the sky completely, and strange phenomena such as mountains of corpses and seas of blood, and the withering of all things were born.

Terrifying killing runes emanated from Wudao's body, almost freezing the entire world.

(End of this chapter)