Primordial Era: I really don't want to be the Heavenly Emperor!

The grand Investiture of the Gods began, with Emperor Xuanyuan sending troops to punish Yan Di Yan Ju for disobeying orders and declaring himself emperor without authorization.

There was no mention of Chi You and Zi Wei, as if it were only targeting Yan Di Yan Ju, but everyone knew that this was a distraction tactic by Xuan Yuan.

Upon hearing that Xuanyuan had launched a campaign against Emperor Yan, Chi You also issued an order, and the entire Jiuli army was mobilized to attack the Ziwei tribe in the south. The two sides fought countless wars for control of the southern continent.

Meanwhile, on the Eastern Continent, Xuanyuan personally led an army of millions to attack the Yan Emperor's tribe.

Emperor Yanju did not back down at all and faced the Xuanyuan army head-on. The two sides fought several battles in the Yellow River Basin, which lasted for three whole cycles, and finally the decisive battle took place at Banquan!

"Yan Ju, as the son of Emperor Shennong, why did you disobey the central government's orders and declare yourself emperor, causing the division of the human race? What is your punishment?"

Xuanyuan held the Xuanyuan Sword, formerly known as the Taishi Sword, and stood on a majestic chariot. Thirty-six Great Luo Divine Generals stood beside him, and below were the commanders of various armies.

Meanwhile, on the other side, Emperor Yanju stood on a chariot, with divine birds circling above his head.

"You brat, Xuanyuan, the throne of the Human Emperor belongs to the virtuous. What virtue do you possess to be worthy of this position? You are utterly without virtue or merit; why should I submit to you?"

Upon hearing this, Xuanyuan said disdainfully, "Since I ascended the throne, I have worked diligently and conscientiously, and the overall strength of the human race has developed rapidly. I have lived up to the expectations of the Heavenly Emperor and the two Human Emperors, and I have lived up to the expectations of trillions of humans and the position of Human Emperor."

"But you, Yan Ju, have you done right by the humanity that trusted you? Have you done right by your father, Shennong? What right do you have to call yourself Emperor Yan and divide the human race?"

Emperor Yan's face was gloomy. When he talked about his father, Shennong, he was very unwilling. He was his son, so why did the Emperor of Man choose an outsider?

If he himself wasn't outstanding, he would have accepted it. But he believed that he was in no way inferior to Xuanyuan, and that was the real reason for his rebellion. He wanted to show his father that he, Emperor Yan, was no less capable than anyone else in his life.

"Enough talk, let's fight!"

Yan Ju raised the golden wheel in his hand, leaped up, and headed straight for Xuan Yuan.

Xuanyuan did not back down at all, and faced the challenge head-on with the Xuanyuan Sword in hand.

The two quickly engaged in combat!

The two armies below also launched an attack, and then engaged in close combat.

The sounds of battle rose to the sky and echoed throughout the primordial world!

……

While the two major forces, Xuanyuan and Yandi, were at war, countless battles also broke out in the southern continent.

The armies of Chi You and Ziwei fought continuously, vying for control of cities, mountains, and rivers, with people falling at any moment.

With the support of the Wu tribe and the Blood Sea Asura tribe, Chi You's Jiuli tribe was unstoppable.

Ziwei also has the support of the Jie Sect, and has many reincarnated star lords under its command, whose strength is in no way inferior to that of Chiyou.

Overall, the Ziwei faction is still at a disadvantage, since both the Wu Clan and the Asura Clan are established forces, especially skilled in battlefield combat.

Although the Jie Sect had ten thousand immortals paying homage, it lacked a systematic battle formation. Despite its formidable strength, it could never unite as one and could only fight independently, forming its own formations or small groups.

While the four sides were locked in fierce battle, the Heavenly Book of Investiture of the Gods, hanging beneath Mount Buzhou in the center, was welcoming those destined to enter the Heavenly Court.

After three eons of fierce battles, the immense power of the primordial world has reached its peak.

Time passed, and another two cycles of time went by, and a new order was formed in the primordial world once again.

In the battle between the Yellow Emperor and the Yan Emperor, the Yellow Emperor Xuanyuan was the first to break through to the Great Luo realm, awakened the memories of his previous life as the Heavenly Emperor, broke through to the Quasi-Saint realm, and successfully defeated the Yan Emperor Yanju.

In this battle, countless people died on both sides, but Emperor Yanju was a man who could afford to lose. After being defeated by Emperor Huangdi, he led all his men to surrender.

The Yellow Emperor did not make things difficult for Yan Ju, but instead officially bestowed upon him the title of Yan Emperor, allowing him to continue to rule the Yan Emperor tribe and become the Great Emperor of the Human Race.

At this moment, Emperor Yan Ju was completely convinced, and the Eastern Continent was once again unified.

Meanwhile, in the southern continent of the primordial world, the battle between Chi You and Zi Wei also came to a conclusion.

In the final battle, Chi You and Zi Wei successfully broke through to the Great Luo realm, awakened their past life memories, and their cultivation reached the Quasi-Saint realm.

After the two broke through, the final battle broke out.

In this war, Ziwei completely overwhelmed Chiyou, making Chiyou unable to raise his head. The old-fashioned innate deity was indeed different.

However, with the combined efforts of Xing Tian, ​​Hou Yi, and Chi You, they ultimately defeated Zi Wei.

Ziwei, who had just been reincarnated, was placed on the Heavenly Book of Gods, truly a matter of timing and fate.

However, the Wu tribe also paid a heavy price. During the battle, Chi You and Hou Yi were seriously injured, and Xing Tian was even beheaded by Ziwei with a single sword strike.

But at this critical moment, Xing Tian's cultivation of the Great Dao improved, and he successfully broke through to a higher realm. He transformed his two breasts into a pair of eyes and his navel into a mouth. Holding an axe in one hand and a shield in the other, he successfully killed Zi Wei.

After the battle, Xing Tian did not reattach his severed head, but continued to use this form as his battle form.

Three eras, a mere 300,000 years, and the landscape of the primordial world has changed once again, transforming from a war of attrition in all directions to the current bipolar confrontation.

The legitimate human race, led by Xuanyuan!

The Jiuli tribe, led by Chiyou!

The two major powers began a long-term standoff and friction, but the war did not escalate further, as both sides were digesting the gains from the previous battles.

"Great Heavenly Venerable, the Heavenly Book of Investiture of the Gods has absorbed the primordial spirits of countless people who died in battle, including the primordial spirit of the Ziwei Emperor."

In Jingyang Palace, Haotian was overjoyed. He hadn't expected the Investiture of the Gods to go so smoothly. Now, the Investiture of the Gods list not only included human geniuses, but also many disciples from the three religions, and even many Buddhist disciples. Once this battle for the Human Emperor ended, the Heavenly Court's strength would surely increase dramatically.

"This is to be expected. What brings you here today?"

Donghua's voice was calm, as if it were a trivial matter. In fact, in Donghua's current view, it was indeed a trivial matter.

"Your Majesty, I have come here today to discuss the matter of Yao Ji. She has married Yang Tianyou of the human race and is pregnant with a son and a daughter. This violates the Heavenly Laws and is an unforgivable crime." Haotian paused here and did not continue.

"Hmm?" Donghua frowned. He had always kept Yaoji's Heavenly Eye in mind, but as his cultivation improved, he no longer paid much attention to it.

Yao Ji's appearance must have been part of Hongjun's plan, otherwise there would be no coincidence in the world, but Hongjun did not make it clear last time, so he did not want to interfere.

What's your opinion on this matter? How do you plan to handle it?

The current Yang Tianyou is not the human prodigy he once was, but a reincarnated Yang Tianyou. He has no cultivation and is just an ordinary mortal, which is why Yao Ji violated the heavenly rules.

Haotian hesitated for a moment. Deep down, he didn't want to deal with Yaoji. Marrying a mortal wasn't a big deal, but having children was a different matter; it was a major taboo.

"It shall be handled in accordance with the laws of Heaven."

Donghua chuckled softly and said, "Are you willing to part with it?"

Haotian respectfully said, "I am the Jade Emperor of the Central Heavenly Court. All those who violate the Heavenly Court's rules are my enemies."

Donghua nodded, agreeing with this statement. The Heavenly Court was not just his personal court; everyone in this system needed a sense of belonging.

"Then go and take care of it. Send Yang Tianyou to reincarnation. As for Yao Ji, imprison her under the mountain and make her reflect on her mistakes. Her son and daughter are destined by heaven, so let nature take its course."

"Your subject thanks the Great Heavenly Venerable for his mercy." Haotian bowed, knowing that this was already the best possible outcome.

"You are the Dao Ancestor's attendant, and have been following me since the Purple Mansion period. After this great calamity ends, you will become one of the Six Emperors of the Heavenly Court."

Donghua had long made arrangements for Haotian. Although the Five Emperors held high positions and wielded great power, they were ultimately inferior to the Six Emperors. Given Haotian's abilities, it was somewhat of a waste of his talents.

"Thank you, Great Heavenly Venerable." Haotian bowed again. Now that his cultivation had broken through to the late stage of Quasi-Saint, he naturally wanted to take another step forward.

Haotian left the Heavenly Court and went straight to Guanjiang Estuary in the mortal realm. He then killed Yang Tianyou and sent him to reincarnation. He also imprisoned Yaoji under Peach Mountain.

However, Yao Ji's sons Yang Jian and Yang Chan escaped, or more accurately, were released by Haotian.

After Yang Jian was born, he inherited Yao Ji's third eye. He escaped and met the Jade Cauldron Immortal of the Chan Sect, and became his disciple.

Yang Chan was taken in by Nuwa as a servant of the Snail Palace, but she did not become an apprentice. Instead, she became an ordinary servant of the Snail Palace, just like Lingzhuzi.

In the Heavenly Court, right after Haotian left, Hongjun descended.

"Greetings, Master."

Donghua bowed, which Hongjun accepted without hesitation. He then said, "From now on, we shall address each other as fellow Daoists, and our master-disciple relationship shall end here."

Donghua thought for a moment and did not refuse. Given his current cultivation level and status, he indeed could not have a master above him. This was not a matter of whether he wanted to or not, but whether he could.

Thinking of this, Donghua bowed again and then said:

"Alright, thank you for your guidance, Master. From now on, let us walk hand in hand on this great path."

"Greetings, Fellow Daoist Hongjun."

"Greetings, Fellow Daoist Donghua!"

The two looked at each other, then burst into laughter.

At this moment, Donghua felt as if a mountain that had been pressing down on him had disappeared, and the shackles of Hongjun in his heart had been broken.

"I am very pleased that you have reached this position. I hope that we can witness the existence of the Great Dao in the future."

"I have come here for Yang Jian. When the Heavenly Rules were revealed, the Heavenly Dao was moved and a fragment of the Jade Disc of Creation was separated to reincarnate, so as to carry out the decrees of the Heavenly Rules and act on behalf of Heaven."

"I originally thought this matter should be attributed to Yao Ji, but I never expected it to be her son Yang Jian."

Donghua suddenly realized that this matter was actually so simple. It was laughable that he had come up with countless versions of conspiracy theories back then.

"Thank you for your help, fellow Daoist."

Hongjun chuckled, noticing Donghua's embarrassment. Perhaps the reason he hadn't explained before was for this very moment.

"It's alright, it's alright. The stronger the Heavenly Court becomes, the happier I will be. The day the Investiture of the Gods ends will be the day I leave the Heavenly Dao."

Donghua's heart skipped a beat, and he asked in shock, "Break free from the Heavenly Dao? Is it that easy?"

Hongjun stroked his beard and said, "What else do you want?"

"The Heavenly Court is the embodiment of the Heavenly Way, acting on behalf of Heaven. Now that the Heavenly Court is fully qualified, what business is there for me? I have long wanted to break away from the Heavenly Way."

At this point, Hongjun sighed and said, "I thought that if I wanted to break away from the Heavenly Dao, I would have to wait until I merged with the Western God Realm into the Primordial World. I didn't expect that you could bring the Primordial World to this limit with your own power. You are truly amazing."

Donghua quickly waved his hand. Only then did he realize that Hongjun had probably helped him a lot in his smooth journey.

At that moment, all his worries disappeared. He personally poured Hongjun a cup of tea, and the two chatted idly in Jingyang Palace.

"May I ask what realm you have reached, fellow Daoist?"

Hongjun smiled gently and said with pride and composure, "Mid-stage of the Seventh Heaven."

Donghua nodded. This level of cultivation was within his calculations, and the gap between him and Hongjun was getting smaller and smaller.

Because he is about to break through to the sixth level of the Heavenly Realm, and because of the special nature of the Five Primordial Elements, once he breaks through, he will reach the peak of the sixth level of the Heavenly Realm.

That address, "Fellow Daoist," is quite fitting.

……

In the primordial world, the formal war between Xuanyuan and Chiyou finally began.

As soon as the two sides clashed, Chi You's side was at a disadvantage because the four major sects of the Xuanyuan sect—the Human Sect, the Chan Sect, the Jie Sect, and Buddhism—united to support Xuanyuan.

On Chi You's side, there were still only the Wu tribe and the Asura tribe, and no others.

The battle between the two sides was raging, and it seemed that Chi You was about to be defeated, but at this critical moment, the demons joined the fray.

With the help of Indra, three thousand demons joined Chi You's forces to help him conquer the world.

Thus, the battle for the Human Emperor reached its climax, with all the top forces in the prehistoric world joining the fray.

……

P.S.: This book is almost finished. I've been preparing a new book these days. I apologize to everyone for this one.

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