Tribulation of Myriad Races

Su Yu said, “I can’t make any promises for the human race as a whole, but I can promise that your race will stand as long as I stand. As for the matters after my death, well, there’s nothing I can do about them. The Iron Devourer Pseudo Emperor said that all the past human lords had been biased toward the human race. Thus, their myriad race allies would always suffer heavy casualties. Comparatively, I am fairer. Do you agree with that?”

The Hou Pseudo Emperor thought about it and nodded, “He might be right.”

Su Yu said, “Therefore, be at ease if you trust me. If not, you are allowed to end the alliance right now. But allow me to remind you that it might already be too late for that. This is not a threat. You know full well yourself that you have offended many of the major races with your previous action.”

“Yes.” The Hou Pseudo Emperor sighed and said, “Since you managed to help the iron devourers produce a new Daofuse, does my race have the honor of receiving the same benefit? If that’s possible, I’ll be a lot more at ease with my support. With two additional Daofuses, I don’t have to worry that much about the fate of my race anymore.”

Su Yu sank into thought. After a long while, he looked at Skyeater and smiled, “That’s not impossible, even if your race doesn’t have a sealed dao.”

He took an item out and asked, “Do you recognize this item, Hou Pseudo Emperor?”

The look in the Hou Pseudo Emperor’s eyes changed. After a long while, he said, “The legendary…Heavenearth Inkstone?”

Su Yu said, “Yes.”

Seemingly having sensed something, the Hou Pseudo Emperor asked, “Refined from…the remains of the ancient heavenly desolate beast…there are records about this among my race. Culture King’s Heavenearth Inkstone might…be an invaluable treasure.”

He looked at Su Yu with hesitation. He even had the urge to snatch the inkstone from Su Yu. That was how valuable it was.

Su Yu nodded, “Yes. This isn’t a gift. I’m just saying that the dao within this inkstone might have a high compatibility with your race. If you have a suitable genius, such as Skyeater, when I, or someone else, gains control over this dao, Skyeater will be allowed to achieve Daofuse through this dao.” “Of course, his talent will still be very important. If he’s more compatible with the dao than me or the person I find to control this dao, he will be able to monopolize this dao. I doubt the dao of an ancient scaled beast will be suitable for a human.”

“A great dao…” The Hou Pseudo Emperor’s eyes lit up as he asked, “Does this thing really contain the power of a great dao?”

Su Yu nodded, “Of course. It was stored inside by Culture King. I received it from an expert under Culture King. That was the same expert who had given me his blood essence previously. Do you know him?”

Hou Pseudo Emperor’s heart shook.

“Emperor Yu…are you saying that…the owner of that blood essence is still alive?”

Su Yu said in astonishment, “Of course. Why not?”

The Hou Pseudo Emperor was greatly shocked. He said, “I…I thought…”

He thought that the owner of that blood essence was already dead. He was not alone. Many believed the same.

Su Yu chuckled and said, “He’s still alive. The book spirit and tea plant were sent by him to assist me. I wouldn’t have been able to gain the support of two natural spirits so easily otherwise.”

The Hou Pseudo Emperor inhaled deeply and said, “That being…is very strong. I was able to sense the powerful suppression and pressure when you killed the Dragon Pseudo Emperor. And that was only the power of his blood essence. If he’s fighting personally…Emperor Yu…why didn’t he fight personally?”

Su Yu said, “He doesn’t wish to leave Culture King’s former residence. There are too many things to protect there.”

Su Yu laughed and added, “But he will leave when he’s really needed. For the previous battle, the book spirit and tea plant were enough. Even if the two weren’t enough, there were more spirits in there to help…”

“More?” The Hou Pseudo Emperor asked with shock, “There are more such experts in there?”

“Yes.” Su Yu said, “I didn’t go too deeply into that place, but I know that there is an ancient tree spirit there as well. I don’t know its strength, but it was planted in Culture King’s courtyard. I suppose that’s only a regular spirit.”

“…”

Would a regular spirit in Culture King’s courtyard be a weakling? Not at all!

The Hou Pseudo Emperor asked, “Emperor Yu…did you receive…this Heavenearth Inkstone from…that supreme expert?”

“Yes!” Su Yu said, “He wanted me to either comprehend this inkstone myself or find a successor for it. But I have too many of such things. I’m too busy to comprehend this inkstone myself.”

Su Yu grinned and said, “I am comprehending quite a lot of great daos. I have a lot of similar inheritances on me. A single non-human dao like this is honestly not something I care too much about.”

“…”

Yes. He was bragging.

And the Hou Pseudo Emperor felt like hitting someone upon hearing those words. The urge to rob the inkstone grew stronger and stronger. But he didn’t dare. Even if he was a Daofuse and Su Yu was only a Sunmoon.

Su Yu said, “Pseudo Emperor, I can’t guarantee a new Daofuse for your race. But if Skyeater is really compatible with this dao, I can give him a push. I can even help him affirm his dao without being bothered by any heavenly tribulation. Is this promise enough for you?”

After a short silence, the Hou Pseudo Emperor nodded, “I am willing to fight for you.”

“No.” Su Yu countered, “I need at least half the Eternals of the hou race to be on standby.”

It did not take the Hou Pseudo Emperor long to reach a decision. “That is acceptable.”

Su Yu smiled, “Thank you.”

The Hou Pseudo Emperor exhaled and said, “I’m doing what’s right. What about Skyeater?”

“That will need to wait until I become a Daomeld.” Su Yu explained, “Before I become a Daomeld, I can’t take any outsiders into the place I have in mind. I also need to become a Daomeld to deepen my understanding of the laws to help Skyeater with this new dao.”

The Hou Pseudo Emperor nodded and said, “You sure trust us a lot. I was really tempted to rob the inkstone from you…”

Su Yu laughed, “That’s normal. But a smart person always knows the right thing to do. Since I dare to show it, I naturally have something I can rely upon. Consider that a test. It’s fine to be greedy, but it’s scary to not have the ability befitting of one’s greed and lose judgment in the face of greed. I won’t work with a fool like that, even if that fool is a Daofuse.”

Su Yu said, “Of course, I am willing to tolerate obedient fools. But disobedient fools deserve death. Such teammates must not be allowed to exist as they will cause more trouble than help.

“I am willing to be honest here. I understand your hesitation and worry. If you’re unwilling to keep working with me, I am willing to end our alliance in a genial manner. But I won’t tolerate a supposed ally dragging me down. In that case, I won’t hesitate to kill even an ally of mine.”

The Hou Pseudo Emperor gave Su Yu a deep gaze. After a long while, he nodded, “I understand. This won’t happen with my race. Emperor Yu, have you visited he spatial beasts and primordial giants yet?”

“Nope.”

After a short contemplation, the Hou Pseudo Emperor said, “You can visit the spatial beasts. As for the primordial giants, I suggest you think more about it. I am actually quite doubtful of their choice. Why did they participate in the previous battle? Visiting them now might not bring you the result you want. Why don’t you wait until you’re done with dao affirmation and September is a Daofuse? At the time, all of us might be able to accompany you as well.”

With a pensive look, Su Yu asked, “Are you saying that…they might not be an ally even if they have helped us once?”

“Yes. All of us sensed it. The Primordial Giant King had been holding back in his battle with the Phoenix Pseudo Emperor. In my battle, I managed to greatly injure the Ape Pseudo Emperor. But both him and the Phoenix Pseudo Emperor had survived the battle completely unscathed. As for that spatial beast, he is weaker than Jiwu. Thus, he did well just keeping Jiwu busy. As for the Primordial Giant King, he is stronger than the Phoenix Pseudo Emperor yet their battle told an entirely different story.”

Su Yu nodded, “I understand. Great Zhou King was the one who had contacted them before. I’ll ask more at a later date, but not now. Great Zhou King is the first human Daofuse. Before I grow stronger than him, I won’t do anything. Please be assured. I’m not stupid enough to trigger an internal war. I only don’t want to become anyone’s puppet. I want to control everything myself.”

“I’m glad to hear that.”

The Hou Pseudo Emperor exhaled in relief. He was quite worried that a conflict would arise between Su Yu and Great Zhou King. That wouldn’t be a good thing for human allies like them.

“In that case, I’ll be visiting the spatial beasts now. Pseudo Emperor, you may start preparing for battle now. I’ll be calling for your help soon.”

“Don’t worry.” Su Yu smiled and tossed a carrier treasure out. “I have some treasures here. You are free to split them among your people. Consider this my show of gratitude for your previous help. I’ll visit again when I have the time.”

Then, Su Yu vanished with a flicker.

After Su Yu left, the Hou Pseudo Emperor checked the storage ring and found that there were ten carrier treasures inside.

He tossed it at Skyeater and said, “Split it among the Sunmoons.”

He looked at Skyeater and continued, “As for you, don’t be in a rush to affirm your dao. Wait for a better opportunity. How surprising. September is actually near Daofuse…”

He sighed and said, “This Emperor Yu is a lot more domineering than expected. But he’s also a lot more generous. However, he’s very strict as well. Skyeater, kill Gudang and deliver his corpse back to the immortals. Tell them that…we won’t change our mind.”

“Yes!”

Skyeater vanished.

Not long after Su Yu left, a massive battle erupted near the Hou Realm.

One of the combatants was Skyeater, previously ranked seventh on the Dao Affirmation Ranking. The other was Gudang, an immortal previously ranked eighth on the Dao Affirmation Ranking.

An intense battle erupted between the two.

The battle ended shortly after. With injuries all over his body, Skyeater crawled out of a tear in space with Gudang’s damaged corpse in his mouth. He shot toward the Immortal Realm and tossed the corpse over. Then, his voice rang out, “Skyeater of the hou race has killed Gudang. Be informed that the hou race is firm in our choice. Immortals, any envoy you send after this will be killed as well.”

Right after saying that, Skyeater fled. Shortly after, a furious roar rang out from the Immortal Realm.

Before the owner of the furious voice could leave the Immortal Realm, Su Yu’s voice rang out, “All below the Eternal Realm are free to fight out here. Anyone at the Eternal Realm and above will be killed the moment they step into the Allheaven Battlefield. If you disagree with my policy, you are free to start another war with us.”

His voice spread everywhere.

He continued overbearingly, “I hope everyone will abide by this order. Tiangu, Jiwu, and Mo Ji. Keep a close eye on your people. You are free to come after me when you’re ready. I’m here. If you wish to go against my order, you’d better be ready to start another war between Daofuses.”

Silence engulfed the world.

The various minor races trembled in fear.

Su Yu of the human race. He was growing more and more domineering.

He was actually forcing all Eternals to stay inside their realms, including the major races.

Nobody answered.

However, the furious immortal answered with his action. He did not step out of his realm.

Were they ready to kill Su Yu?

Nope.

As such, they could only swallow this anger.

***

Immortal Realm.

Tiangu shut his eyes and remained silent.

***

Devil Realm.

Mo Ji pretended like he heard nothing. When his son, the Devil Pseudo Emperor, frowned, he said, “Let him be for now. He enjoys an advantage in the number of Daofuses down here for now. It won’t benefit us to do anything right now.”

Mo Yue nodded, “I understand.”

***

Divine Realm.

The Divine Pseudo Emperor chuckled and said, “What a domineering fellow. So be it. All Eternals are to remain inside the realm. It’s not worth dying to him right now. We wait.”

“Yes!”

The various divine Invincibles answered in unison. Some were indignant. Some were relieved. They reacted differently. As for Jiwu, the Divine Pseudo Emperor, he looked up at the sky silently. That wasn’t a fellow they should provoke right now.

***

“Human Lord. You are overbearing indeed.”

Outside the Spatial Beast Realm, the Spatial Beast Pseudo Emperor sighed and said, “Welcome. We are honored by your presence here, Human Lord.”

Su Yu smiled, “It is only natural that I visit this place. I am here to thank Hollow for having acted as my scapegoat for so long.”

Behind the Spatial Beast Pseudo Emperor, Hollow stepped out in his humanoid form, followed by Yellow Nine. Yellow Nine was staring at Su Yu curiously. As of this moment, Su Yu looked incomparably carefree and domineering.

At his age, he had silenced the various Invincibles and Pseudo Emperors with mere words. He was too remarkable. He was too outstanding. Anyone would feel inferior standing before him.

The Spatial Beast Pseudo Emperor said, “It’s…almost as though I’m looking at Culture King himself…”

Su Yu asked, “Have you seen Culture King before, Senior?”

“I am very old. So yes, I saw him once from afar.” The Spatial Beast Pseudo Emperor said, “Culture King is akin to a sun. A moon. While the rest of us are akin to candles. We are nothing before him.”

Su Yu chuckled and said, “Be more confident. Our predecessors might be powerful, but those in the future can only grow stronger. Unfortunately, the current world forbids us from going further. No matter. Just shatter the world and we will naturally go further.”

“Too hard.” The Spatial Beast Pseudo Emperor said, “It’s really too hard.”

Su Yu asked, “Do you think I won’t be able to do it?”

Before the Spatial Beast Pseudo Emperor could say anything, Su Yu continued, “Just watch. I only hope that you won’t make your choice in a rush. The Upper Realm is still separated from our world. Making the wrong choice now can easily lose you everything.”

The Spatial Beast Pseudo Emperor asked, “Who leads the current humanity? You or Great Zhou King?”

“Me.” Su Yu answered, “Only one voice is allowed among humanity.”

“I understand.” The Spatial Beast Pseudo Emperor said, “Allow me to ask one more question. Hundred Battle King might not be dead. What if he returns? Who shall lead then?”

“Me.” Su Yu replied indifferently, “His status does not matter. I will continue doing well away from humanity. The same can’t be said for him.”

“I see.” The Spatial Beast Pseudo Emperor said, “As long as humanity remains united and you remain in power, the spatial beasts will stand by your side.”

Su Yu smiled and tossed a storage ring over. “Thank you. This is your share of the spoils from the previous battle. I won’t say more. You will see for yourself in the future.”

“I’ll be looking forward to it. I believe that will be a shocking day.”

Su Yu smiled, “Definitely.”

Then, Su Yu vanished. He had not bothered to enter the Spatial Beast Realm.

When Su Yu left, Hollow inhaled deeply and asked, “Ancestor, he…”

The Spatial Beast Pseudo Emperor said, “There’s no need to say too much. We will see what happens in the future. As for Great Zhou King, he is only a Daofuse. That might not be as important as you think.”

“I understand.”

Hollow looked at Yellow Nine and asked, “Do you want to return to the Liu Family?”

Yellow Nine shook her head and said, “I’ll stay here. Liu Family…they are strangers to me.”

Hollow nodded, “In that case, just stay here. Also, stop looking. Su Yu is too monstrous. Someone like him is destined for a life of conflict. He is not someone to be conquered so easily.”

Hollow sighed and said, “Only an extremely outstanding woman can hope to conquer his heart. Unfortunately, even among the heroines of the various epochs, there aren’t many that are truly capable of conquering the heart of someone like Su Yu.”

Hearing that, the Spatial Beast Pseudo Emperor laughed and said, “You are too ignorant. During the ancient past, women stood side by side with men. The women of the ancient past were monstrously powerful as well.”