Chapter 15 – The Pleas of the Earth Lineage Gods:
During the Primordial Brahma Era, time was almost meaningless.
Thirty thousand years passed in the blink of an eye.
During this time, under the repeated pleas of Earth Goddess Ximi, Fane had managed to remain indoors without stepping out.
Yet, there was a bit of misfortune.
Ximi's womb showed no response, causing her to fall into deep self-blame.
At first, Ximi thought it was due to her yoga posture.
So, she spent ten thousand years adjusting her yoga practice, which also allowed Fane to master and overcome all yoga techniques.
Later, Ximi realized it wasn't about posture, so she began to pray to the great Brahma, the Supreme Karma of the Three Realms, hoping to be granted a child.
They prayed for ten thousand years, Fane cooperated for the same duration, yet still, no divine child was conceived.
"I am not a complete woman; I am a woman cursed by the Supreme Karma. Forgive me, my love."
In Miaozhen Palace, in the inner chamber, delicate silks were draped across the bedposts. Ximi released her bound hands and looked at Fane with a sense of humility.
"No, it is not solely your fault."
Fane smiled, comforting the Earth Goddess Ximi.
Hearing this, Ximi's sense of inadequacy deepened, along with guilt.
"No… your efforts have constantly brought me joy, yet I have disappointed you. Please, grant me punishment."
Humbly, she knelt before Fane, begging for chastisement.
Fane's mouth twitched slightly.
Having experienced the varied impurities of hundreds of teachers in his past life, he could now only consider this a minor matter, far from reaching the extremes of India.
The conception of love's fruit was always a matter for two people.
Moreover, gods rarely conceive.
Even less so for Ximi, the Primordial Elemental Goddess of the Earth.
Though Fane was a high god, his true essence was the cosmic origin Brahma, and his will was the Supreme Karma.
Creating life was thus exceedingly difficult.
Yet, Fane could no longer continue comforting Ximi; it would only increase her guilt and self-reproach.
Someone who loses hope might even destroy their consciousness and return to the embrace of the great Brahma.
"After the Primordial Calamity, the Three Realms of the universe will enter a period of mass birth of all living beings. If you still cannot conceive, I will have no choice but to abandon you, my incomplete woman."
Fane suppressed his discomfort and spoke harshly to Ximi.
"Praise your greatness, praise your mercy. Your wife shall endeavor to fulfill her duty, respected Consciousness God."
Ximi finally smiled, her eyes clearly radiating joy.
"All right, my dear Ximi, it's time to go handle serious matters."
Fane calculated the time and used his divine sense to scan the Three Realms, realizing that the remaining two hundred worlds were nearly fully formed.
In his plan, Fane also needed to open a world, to increase his strength.
A world lord, while not as powerful as a main god, exceeded the rank of high god.
Before the Primordial Calamity began, Fane hoped to elevate his consciousness power into a divine authority, which was clearly impossible.
Thus, opening a world was the only way to enhance his strength.
Upon leaving Miaozhen Palace, Fane was surprised by what he saw.
A dozen or so gods were kneeling outside the palace, murmuring prayers to Earth Goddess Ximi.
"What is this?"
Fane glanced at Ximi, puzzled.
Judging by the gods' appearance—dust and cobwebs covering them—they had been kneeling for a long time.
That didn't make sense!
With such prolonged prayers, Ximi must have sensed it. Why had she never mentioned it?
"They followed us when we left the Brahma Realm. I didn't want them to disturb our sacred yoga," Ximi explained.
Uh…
Fane's mind was a mess. He was not Brahma; he had no interest in being watched, nor in eavesdropping.
Although, he admitted, it did add some stimulation.
He gave Ximi a glance, and she understood. The gods stood up.
Inside the grand hall of Miaozhen Palace, solemnity filled the air.
Fane and Ximi sat upon the throne of the Earth Sovereign, lowering their brows as they looked at the gods kneeling below.
"Hail the great Earth Sovereign, Mother Ximi. Hail the great Consciousness God, Your Excellency. Praise the love of the Earth Sovereign and Consciousness God."
The gods offered their praises and respect.
"Rise."
Ximi's expression was stern and proud—this was her divine authority over her subordinates.
"Praise the great Mother Ximi!"
As the gods rose, they exchanged glances, showing worry and reluctance.
Fane understood their intentions immediately.
Thirty thousand years ago, he had asked Ximi if she wanted to become God King.
Even if she didn't, she could still be Earth Queen.
Her answer had left Fane bewildered.
With Fane present, Ximi had no right to be God King.
As for being Earth Queen, opposing Sky God Daius as God King? Fane would act as king in the human realm, while Ximi was content being queen consort.
To her, being queen would be disrespectful to her husband and a profanation of the great Consciousness God.
Naturally, Fane would not seek to be God King or king of the human realm.
He was only a minor high god; attempting such positions would anger all other gods.
"I know your intentions, but I dislike conflict and have no desire to contest God King with Daius."
Ximi's voice was full of authority, her expression cold and unyielding.
At that moment, she embodied the dignity and majesty of the Earth Sovereign.
"Ah, please, great Earth Sovereign, spare your children, the gods of the Earth Lineage. You are noble, a Primordial Elemental Goddess, their mother. Will you allow them to bow and grovel before the Heavens?"
"Ten thousand years ago, Sky God Daius extended his claws into the Earth Lineage, forcing many gods into submission."
"Please, great Mother Ximi, have mercy on your children."
Ximi's majestic words made the gods panic, and they begged earnestly.
"Respected Consciousness God, your wisdom surpasses the universe. Will you stand by and watch as the Sky Lineage gods oppress our Earth Lineage?"
"Please, great Consciousness God, aid us in persuading Mother Ximi."
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Seeing that Ximi remained unmoved, the gods looked to Fane.
Ximi also looked at Fane.
It seemed that with a single word from him, Ximi could lead the Earth Lineage gods to march through the Heavens and contest the God King throne.