Douluo Continent: Reincarnated as the Rock King Emperor, Wandering the Mortal World

Chapter 321: Zhongli's Scheme

What is the power of faith?

For these little Karami, it was far too far away.

If it weren't for Zhongli's explanation, they really wouldn't have known that there was such a "power" as the power of faith in the world.

Zhongli's candor and frankness left them somewhat bewildered.

Zhongli had already reached the pinnacle of human power, the time was right for him to gather the power of faith, ignite the divine fire, and forge his divine status. Yet, he actually... he actually took the power of faith from the people and used it for the people...

Those legendary gods certainly couldn't do that, right?

The power of faith is like a panacea; it can enhance strength and potential...

The sect leader, however, gave them the power of faith that he had obtained with great difficulty, without any conditions.

In the end, they even questioned why their cultivation speed had increased.

That night, as soon as everyone closed their eyes, they couldn't help but sit up and slap themselves twice.

At this moment, Paimon's expression was quite interesting. He looked at Zhongli, then at everyone else.

These street thugs finally managed to retire, so it's definitely not going to be that easy for them to get back up.

Becoming a god?

Zhong Li just wants to be a human being...

Born a demon god, he began to yearn for the human way of life.

Of course, he also fulfilled his divine duties, and divine pronouncements were made every year.

On the continent of Teyvat, the laws of nature wear and tear down even the hardest rocks.

Morax is no exception.

While he is "alive," he can protect Liyue. If one day he forgets everything, the consequences will be unimaginable.

That's why he set up the test.

"To become a god...?"

Zhong Li murmured, a glint of light flashing in his eyes.

Looking at Du Bafang, the light in his eyes brightened a bit more.

In five years at most, Du Bafang will be able to break through from level 95 to level 96.

Then, a test will be launched to see what the Body Sect will become without him.

Becoming a god...

If he "fails" on his path to "becoming a god" and becomes a cripple...

Thinking of this, Zhong Li remained expressionless, but his mood improved considerably.

Feigning death to escape—this tactic was used once in Teyvat and proved very effective.

However, this approach doesn't quite work in the Douluo Continent.

It's mainly because of Paimon.

Paimon is Zhongli's "Martial Soul," at least nominally.

Zhongli can "die," and at worst, she can just change her appearance; this is an easy task for Zhongli.

He can even transform into a mature older sister...

But Paimon couldn't pretend, and anyone who stayed by his side knew he had a problem.

Therefore, faking death is not an option.

However, if one fails to break through to the god level during seclusion, then it will be a different story.

Zhongli, now a "useless person," could easily pass on the position of sect leader!

Du Bafang felt a chill run down his spine, as if he were being watched by some terrifying being.

His eyes were filled with confusion and bewilderment.

This is the main base of the Body Sect, and the number one person in the world is stationed here. Who would dare to plot against him under these circumstances?

"Perhaps it's just my imagination."

What Du Bafang didn't know was that the one plotting against him was none other than his beloved sect leader.

Seeing that Zhongli remained silent and lost in thought, everyone felt a pang of heartache.

They hated themselves for being so weak, having such poor talent, and suffering so many hidden injuries.

If it weren't for Zhong Li, what would they be?

Instead of focusing on cultivation and serving the sect, he spends all his time thinking about other things; he's simply inhuman!

Zhong Li chatted with everyone for a few more minutes before leaving the Body Sect, leaving everyone looking at each other in bewilderment.

"Did the sect leader even listen to what I said?"

"I don't think so. The sect leader has great love. He selflessly shares his faith power to enhance our strength and aptitude, as well as to heal our hidden injuries."

"Giving without holding back an inch..."

"If it weren't for us burdens, would the sect leader have already become a god?"

"It should be!"

"We really are..."

"Cultivate diligently; do not disappoint the sect leader's expectations."

Before Du Bafang could say anything, the crowd dispersed and began to cultivate frantically.

I always felt that my previous training intensity was too low. How could that little bit of training intensity compare to the sect leader's efforts?

Now that things have come to this, I only hope that the sect leader will not do this again in the future, and will focus on breaking through first.

That's a god-level powerhouse!

Even in the legends of Douluo Continent, there hasn't been a god-level powerhouse for over ten thousand years.

The last deity to ascend to godhood in Douluo Continent was none other than the God of Angels!

Therefore, she could not have died in the Dragon God War!

Soul beasts and martial souls only came into existence after the Dragon God War.

Before this, there were no soul beasts, martial souls, or soul ring systems on the Douluo Continent.

The sea god and the angel god both ascended to the divine realm after the war between the dragon gods.

The Spirit Hall was established more than 10,000 years ago. It was built by the descendants of the Angel God and was always dedicated to the Angel God.

This means that the angel god ascended to heaven more than 10,000 years ago.

The sea god ascended to heaven more than 10,000 years earlier than the angel god.

According to the timeline of Douluo Continent, more than 20,000 years ago, the Deep Sea Demon Whale King had one eye blinded by the Sea God, after which the Sea God ascended to heaven.

The sea god became a god before the angel god.

As for the God of Asura, he was also a human who became a god on the Douluo Continent, but there was no soul ring system back then, so his path was different.

One can glean some insight from the place where Shura became a god.

Ancient ferocious beasts, soul rings cannot be used, etc.

Asura ascended, the Dragon God was slain, the Sea God ascended, angels and Rakshasa ascended...

Of course, the legend that Du Bafang knew was only the legend of the Angel God, because the "lineage" of the Angel God was still in Douluo Continent, and was still one of the most powerful forces in the world.

Most ordinary people don't know about the Angel God, but it's different for Soul Masters. Some myths and legends circulate among Soul Masters.

At the same time, not all Soul Masters know these things.

Which deity has the highest recognition rate?

Naturally, it is the God of Angels.

At sea, however, the legends are different; they are about the sea god Poseidon.

Zhongli led Paimon straight to Tiandou City. Upon entering the city, the guards bowed to Zhongli with great politeness.

This left some people who were visiting Tiandou City for the first time and were still queuing at the back feeling somewhat bewildered.

Rumor has it that there are many nobles in Tiandou City, and these nobles basically don't queue up with commoners like them.

They had a special passage for nobles, symbolizing their high status.

However, when the nobles walked through the noble passage, the guards almost ignored them and did not bow at all.

This young man, who looked like an aristocrat, was able to receive "special treatment" while queuing with these commoners.

Judging from the way these guards looked at him, they all had great respect for him.

(End of this chapter)