According to what Chang'e knew, in the previous era, the Three Emperors and Five Sovereigns of the Human Race had all perished within the Eternal Night. Every one of them died in an unimaginably tragic yet incomparably heroic manner. Their integrity was awe-inspiring. They truly regarded the protection of the Human Race and the preservation of its inheritance as an unshakable belief, never wavering in the slightest. For the Human Race, they sacrificed their lives without hesitation. What a magnificent spirit that was—worthy of respect even from Saints.
No one could deny this.
Yi Tianxing felt the same.
Thus, every time he saw the existence of the Three Emperors and Five Sovereigns, he always carried a deep sense of reverence within his heart. That the Human Race could reach its present heights was thanks to their pioneering. Even though Great Yi had ascended to the Immortal Court, it still remained a part of the Human Race. That truth would never change.
Moreover, having reached his current heights, he already possessed the qualifications to speak with them as equals.
"It doesn't matter. This time, as I return to the Ancestral Court, I intend to deliver a great fortune to it."
Yi Tianxing said with a smile, "Time waits for no one. Though the development of Great Yi is not slow, Eternal Night will not grant us too much time to grow. From here on, we must seize every opportunity to strengthen ourselves. In the Ancestral Court, there are countless Human Race powerhouses and sages. Even if the Ancestral Court cannot directly intervene in the operation of a destiny dynasty, there is still room for maneuver. If planned well, we can naturally gain benefits from it, greatly increasing Great Yi's foundation."
Having come to the Primordial Continent, there was no way he could avoid visiting the Human Race Ancestral Court.
This was a matter of propriety and attitude.
"My Lunar Star is the Supreme Star, qualified to mobilize the power of the Zhou Tian Stars. At that time, I can allow the power of the stars to enshroud all the Immortal Cities of Great Yi's Immortal Court. Under the blessing of the star power, the people of Great Yi will be able to enhance themselves faster and grow their cultivation."
Chang'e said thoughtfully.
Since she had already decided to integrate into Great Yi, she had to make corresponding contributions. Otherwise, even if she entered the Great Yi Immortal Palace, she might not be able to firmly sit in the position of the Northern Palace Mistress. The number of female cultivators coveting that position was countless. Relying on beauty alone was absolutely insufficient to occupy it. Naturally, she had to contribute something unique. Only then could she hold the position rightfully, without room for dispute.
"No doubt. That would be best. If the people are strong, the nation is strong. Many newly occupied realms are still in ruins and urgently need strong support to quickly return to order."
Yi Tianxing naturally would not refuse.
The power of the stars could not be mobilized by the Lingxiao Heavenly Court in the Eternal World. Only the Zhou Tian Star Gods could do so. Among them, the Lunar and Solar Stars reigned supreme. If the Solar Star could, so too could the Lunar Star.
The reason the Demon Race had grown so quickly was precisely because Di Jun and Donghuang Taiyi constantly mobilized the star power, covering every Demon Race domain. In such a short time, their strength exploded repeatedly, occupying vast realms without restraint.
Their greed was ugly to behold—yet no one could say anything about it.
Now that Chang'e could also mobilize the star power, she could instantly raise its density within Great Yi to astonishing levels. Whether for body refinement or qi cultivation, the benefits would be innumerable and unmatched.
Yi Tianxing could not help but sigh inwardly—Chang'e was truly far more than just a beautiful face.
As they conversed, the Nine-Dragon Emperor's Carriage, wreathed in divine light, swiftly cut through the skies. Before long, they arrived before a colossal divine mountain.
They saw that this mountain was shrouded entirely in a vast sea of fiery clouds. Within the flames, the mountain appeared indistinct, like a massive volcano, its interior blazing with roaring fire, radiant and dazzling.
"The Fiery Cloud Cavern—supreme sacred ground of the Human Race. Truly extraordinary."
Seeing the mountain, Chang'e's brows could not help but reveal a solemn expression. In the Eternal World, the Fiery Cloud Cavern was a place none could ignore, for it was where the Human Race Ancestral Court resided. At every moment, countless eyes watched this place.
"The Sui Fire atop the Fiery Cloud Cavern burns even brighter. The destiny of the Human Race has already begun to erupt in recent years."
Yi Tianxing's gaze swept over the blazing mountain fire. That was the Sui Fire—the sacred flame of humanity.
This Sui Fire suppressed the entire destiny of the Human Race. If the Sui Fire existed, the destiny of the Human Race would never perish. If it was extinguished, the Human Race could no longer suppress its fortune. The Sacred Flame of Humanity was inseparably tied to human destiny. The stronger the Human Race's fortune, the more vigorous the flame. What he now saw was more than twice as strong as what he had seen before. Clearly, in recent years, not only had Great Yi grown, but all other Human Race dynasties had also been exerting their strength.
The Human Race was not Yi Tianxing's alone, but the Human Race of the entire world.
From the sacred flame, one could sense that the Human Race's foundation and power were rapidly strengthening.
"From what I know, both the Demon Race and the Wu Clan are also growing swiftly. They've occupied many realms, and it seems they're brewing some earth-shaking plans."
Chang'e suddenly spoke.
Their actions were concealed, but seated on the Lunar Star, bathed in starlight, there was little that could be hidden from her.
"These two races are top-tier powers. In the past, they fought countless bloody battles for the right to be the protagonists of heaven and earth, even shattering the heavens themselves. Their foundations are beyond doubt. As for what they're plotting—no one can interfere. As long as they do not provoke Great Yi, it matters not. But if they do, then Great Yi will not be so easy to bully."
Though Yi Tianxing felt a trace of solemnity, he did not dwell on it.
At present, the greatest enemy was Eternal Night. Internal disputes were comparatively unimportant. As long as they remained within certain limits, they were tolerable. After all, the Eternal World could not be supported by him alone, nor could Great Yi alone bear the burden.
The myriad races of the heavens all needed to act together if they were to resist Eternal Night.
Whatever the Demon Race and Wu Clan were plotting would eventually reveal itself. No one could conceal it forever.
"Come, let us go in."
Yi Tianxing took Chang'e's hand and stepped out of the Nine-Dragon Emperor's Carriage.
This was the Fiery Cloud Cavern, the sacred land of the Human Race's Ancestral Court. Out of respect, they could not ride the Emperor's Carriage straight inside—that would show discourtesy, bringing no good to themselves. That was unacceptable.
"I've long heard of the Fiery Cloud Cavern but have never set foot inside. This time, thanks to Your Majesty, I have the chance to witness it with my own eyes."
Chang'e said with a light laugh.
The Nine-Dragon Emperor's Carriage was put away, and they stepped toward the blazing Sui Fire at the summit.
The entrance was the sacred flame itself. Stepping into it naturally led into the Fiery Cloud Cavern.
"This is the Sui Fire."
Standing within the flames, Chang'e felt a sudden chill in her heart. Instinctively, she knew that if she harbored even the slightest ill intent here, the flames would immediately erupt with unimaginable destructive power, burning her to ashes on the spot.
Passing through the sacred fire, the scenery shifted. Looking around again, they had entered another world. The wild and barren scene appeared once more before their eyes—countless Human Race ancestors locked in life-and-death struggle, fighting for survival, contending against heaven itself, preserving the purest human bloodline.
"The ancestors of the Human Race contended with heaven for survival. And we, living in the outer world, are no different. Trapped within the struggle, who can escape? The only choice is to press forward, carving out a bloody road."
Yi Tianxing said with a trace of emotion.
"Well said. With such insight, you already possess the qualifications to determine the destiny of the Human Race."
A voice suddenly sounded by his ear. Turning, he saw Fuxi standing not far away, smiling as he looked at Yi Tianxing.
"You predicted my arrival, and deliberately waited here for me?"
Yi Tianxing asked curiously.
"I could not."
Fuxi shook his head. "At our level, the ways of deducing destiny are nearly useless. To forcibly divine would come at a heavy price, and even then, the result would hardly be accurate. Even more so for you—you are the Lord of the Immortal Court, cloaked in national fortune. Any heavenly secrets are difficult to apply to you. I knew only because of the Sui Fire's response."
The Sui Fire was the sacred flame of humanity.
As the lord of the Human Race Immortal Court, Yi Tianxing's decision to visit the Ancestral Court was enough to trigger its resonance, causing anomalies. Fuxi knowing of it was therefore unsurprising.
"I see."
Yi Tianxing felt a deeper appreciation for the miraculous nature of the Sui Fire.
"This time you've come to the Ancestral Court to discuss an important matter. Please allow me to summon the other Sovereigns and Emperors. If this plan succeeds, it may provide boundless aid to the Human Race—and perhaps even the chance to prove the Dao of Hunyuan."
Yi Tianxing drew a deep breath, speaking quickly, but his words were transmitted directly into Fuxi's ears by secret sound.
"Very well. They are waiting in the Ancestral Temple."
Fuxi gave him a long, deep look, then spoke.
Soon, they arrived at the Ancestral Court.
Chang'e was led elsewhere.
Yi Tianxing followed Fuxi into the Ancestral Temple.
There, he saw Xuanyuan, Shennong, and the others already gathered, clearly waiting.
Once assembled, Yi Tianxing did not conceal anything. He swiftly recounted all that he had discussed earlier with Chiyou and Rahu, including the matter of the powerhouses from the previous era returning. Throughout his narration, Fuxi and the others remained silent, listening quietly.
When he finished, Fuxi's eyes flickered with a strange light.
"You mean, you wish us to mobilize the strength of the Ancestral Court to go together to the Eternal Night battlefield, to intercept and even slay those returning powerhouses?"
"That is correct. According to our calculations, the chance of success reaches fifty percent. Enough for us to gamble. If we succeed, the Human Race will surely rise."
Yi Tianxing said decisively.
"Yi Xiaoyou, come with us first to a certain place."
Shennong drew in a deep breath and suddenly spoke.