Sky Curtain: An Initial Overview of the Immortal Lord of the Myriad Laws of the Mortal World

In many works featuring world-destroying power, mortals are often depicted as insignificant ants.

They are small and powerless; all they can do in the face of disaster is pray and wait.

Their existence seems solely to serve to highlight the protagonist's strength and grandeur; they are merely background figures awaiting rescue.

However, in a world where the sun and moon move in opposite directions, we can see a completely different scene.

The golden text on the sky slowly shifted, posing a thought-provoking question.

When Duan Xinglian, the third successor of the Three True Ones chosen by the Order of the Same Month, faced the suffocatingly powerful enemy, Baili Yuan…

It was not a more powerful being who saved him.

Rather, it is the will of all living beings, the will of an ordinary mortal that you or I might encounter.

Assassin Seven World.

In Da Bao J Hair Salon, Wu Liuqi stopped scissors in his hand and looked at the screen.

"Oh? A mortal saving a god? I feel like I've heard that kind of story somewhere before. But honestly, sometimes the most reliable person is the neighbor who hands you a bowl of beef offal soup. Who knows when those flying heroes might fall down?"

What exactly happened?

The story begins with Zheng Ping, a young man with a buzz cut who carries a Zhong Kui mask.

The scene shifts to a modern city street.

A young man dressed plainly with a neat buzz cut appeared in the picture.

He didn't look particularly special; the only striking thing was the Zhong Kui mask in his hand, painted with an angry-looking deity.

Zheng Ping, an ordinary person with no special abilities, possesses a chivalrous and warm-hearted nature.

Whenever he witnesses injustice, he dons a mask, raises his fist, and helps the weak.

One-Punch Man World.

Saitama, who was holding a supermarket flyer, picked at his ear when he heard this.

"Oh, a hero driven by hobby? Not bad. Wearing a mask is to hide your true identity so people won't come knocking on your door every day to thank you or seek revenge, I understand. But, doesn't wearing a mask before a fight narrow your field of vision?"

Unfortunately, such a kind young man has already been chosen by the True Blood of All Trades.

He will face his death today.

Bungou Stray Dogs World.

Inside the Armed Detective Agency, a hint of interest flashed in Dazai Osamu's amber eyes.

"He's been given a precise date of death? That's good. I wonder how he'll choose to spend his last day? Will he wait peacefully, or burn brilliantly? This is much more dramatic than my tedious suicide attempts."

[Duan Xinglian, a successor of the Three True Ones, came to this place precisely to observe him, waiting for his death so he could eliminate him as he was about to transform into a Nirvana corpse.]

In the scene, Duan Xinglian appears on the street corner, silently watching Zheng Ping.

Just then, a group of thugs surrounded a girl with malicious intent.

Zheng Ping witnessed this scene.

Without the slightest hesitation, he slapped the Zhong Kui mask onto his face and strode forward.

However, Duan Xinglian witnessed firsthand him acting chivalrously and helping others.

Duan Xinglian looked at the back of that seemingly weak but still courageous figure, and his eyes wavered.

The thugs were no match for Zheng Ping, but they outnumbered him and soon Zheng Ping found himself at a disadvantage.

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[So, Duan Xinglian couldn't resist and directly helped him defeat many bad guys.]

Duan Xinglian took a step forward, his figure as elusive as a ghost.

He didn't even touch those thugs; he simply walked past them, and an invisible force knocked them all to the ground, groaning in pain.

Ling Cage World.

Above the lighthouse, Bai Yuekui in the command room had a cold expression.

"A meaningless emotional impulse. Faced with an absolute power disparity, the courage of a mortal will only hasten his own death. The superhuman's intervention out of momentary pity will only disrupt the original plan and increase uncertainty. From the perspective of the overall situation, it is a wrong decision."

Zheng Ping was stunned as he watched the battle being resolved in an instant.

He turned his head and saw Duan Xinglian standing there leisurely.

Zheng Ping, who witnessed this scene firsthand, realized that his opportunity had arrived.

He quickly pushed the mask behind his head and pestered Duan Xinglian, wanting to become his disciple.

"Big brother! Hero! Immortal!"

Zheng Ping rushed excitedly to Duan Xinglian.

"Take me as your apprentice! I want to learn your technique! It's so cool!"

Afterwards, the two exchanged a few words.

Faced with Zheng Ping's enthusiasm, Duan Xinglian remained silent for a moment before finally telling him the cruel truth.

This includes his being chosen by the true blood of all professions, and his destiny to die today.

Spells return to the world.

Gojo Satoru removed his blindfold, revealing six pale blue eyes that he observed with great interest.

"Oh? Telling him his death date directly? Interesting. When a strong person tells a weak person that they are about to die, it's usually either a threat or a reminder. But this Duan Xinglian seems to be stating a fact he doesn't want to accept. He himself is starting to be influenced by the will of this 'weak person'."

It turns out that Zheng Ping's background was also tragic.

His parents divorced and each remarried, rarely interacting with him, so he was raised by his grandfather.

However, his grandfather passed away a year ago.

The world of Natsume's Book of Friends.

Natsume Takashi stroked the cat teacher beside him, his eyes filled with tenderness and sadness.

"He was raised by his grandfather...that's why I want to be like him, someone who can help others. It must be very lonely without family around. But as long as you remember that warmth in your heart, you won't go astray. He...was a very kind person."

His fondness for chivalry stemmed from the fact that his grandfather also enjoyed doing so.

[Under the influence of what he saw and heard, he also began to practice chivalry and justice.]

Violet Everlasting Garden World.

Violet Evergarden tilted her head, trying to understand.

"Because he was raised that way, he became that kind of person. Is this the inheritance of 'love'? Even though the caregiver has passed away, his actions and will are like a brand etched into the heart of the person being cared for, driving him. I understand now, for him, the word 'grandfather' is his whole world."

Now, he learned from Duan Xinglian that he would die today.

Therefore, he hoped that Duan Xinglian could help him fulfill his eight last wishes.

After hearing about his fate, Zheng Ping remained silent for a long time.

He didn't cry or make a fuss, nor did he despair.

He just scratched his head and gave a slightly embarrassed smile.

"Oh, I see. No wonder I've been having nightmares lately. Since I'm going to die anyway, brother, could you grant me eight wishes before I die?"

Attack on Titan world.

Alan Yeager clenched his fists, his eyes filled with anger and admiration.

"Damn it! Another predetermined fate! But he didn't give up! He didn't kneel and beg for mercy, but chose to fulfill his wish in the last moments of his life! That's resistance! Until the very last moment, he fought for freedom in his own way!"

Duan Xinglian accompanied him to fulfill his seven last wishes.

As for his last wish, it was that Duan Xinglian would preserve the Zhong Kui mask he always wore.

This mask is quite extraordinary; it has a remarkable history, which we will discuss in more detail later.

The world under one person.

On Mount Wudang, Daoist Wang Ye yawned and spoke lazily.

"Tsk, he's gotten himself involved in someone else's karma. He was just an observer, but now he's a participant. This kid really knows how to cause trouble. But since he's destined to die, he might as well do what he wants before he dies, which is enough. It's just a pity for this Fellow Daoist Duan, who's gotten himself into trouble."

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A world of no job reincarnation.

In the library of the magic university, Rudius Grellat watched this scene and couldn't help but sigh.

"Wow, this Zheng Ping is amazing. If it were me, knowing I was about to die, I'd probably wet my pants in fear, let alone have any last wishes. In my past life, I didn't even dare to leave my house. But he stepped forward and faced death calmly. That kind of courage is truly admirable."

Afterwards, whether because of Duan Xinglian or Zheng Ping, many deadly events occurred around them.

Duan Xinglian then stepped in and resolved each of these crises.

In the video, the two begin to carry out their last wishes.

My first wish was to have the most luxurious seafood feast.

As a result, the restaurant suddenly experienced a gas leak.

Duan Xinglian simply flicked his fingers, and an invisible barrier enveloped the two of them, keeping the danger at bay.

My second wish was to ride the tallest drop tower at an amusement park.

As a result, when the drop tower reached its highest point, all the safety locks suddenly malfunctioned.

Duan Xinglian remained expressionless as he slowly descended from hundreds of meters in the air with Zheng Ping, as if taking a stroll.

New Gods Ranking: Yang Jian World.

Yang Jian leaned against his flying vehicle, watching this scene, and a slight twitch appeared on his lips.

"What endless bad luck. Has this kid been rejected by the heavens? But that deity is quite responsible. Since he agreed, he'll accept whatever trouble comes his way. Sometimes, a mortal's wishes are both simple and troublesome. A good meal, some excitement... and then a peaceful journey. Heh, that's quite carefree."

After spending this time together, he could no longer bear to watch Zheng Ping die before his eyes.

Looking at Zheng Ping beside him, who was still excitedly planning his next last wish despite having experienced several life-or-death crises, Duan Xinglian's usually calm heart was stirred.

This ordinary person showed him another way of living.

A way of living that burns brightly even knowing the ending.

He didn't want him to die.

However, Duan Xinglian was unaware of this.

At this point, he was already in dire straits, because Baili Yuan, the number one lackey of the Myriad Corpse Immortals, had already set his sights on him.

[And they've already tracked him down and are right behind him.]

Just as Duan Xinglian was feeling emotionally conflicted about Zheng Ping's fate.

A deep, malevolent gaze had already appeared behind them.