Journey of the Fate Destroying Emperor

Chapter 1375  Loneliness

Over fifty years have passed since the last battle between Undead Phoenix and Five Feathers. For mortals, fifty years equals three generations, but for cultivators, this time is not as long as most of their retreat. Typically, the cultivation world operates slowly due to all the immortals and how differently they perceive time.

However, many things have changed in the Eternal Ascension World in the past fifty years. Many people now understand that the next yuan epoch will reveal this worldʼs fate, and the past fifty years have already shown signs of this.

Wang Wei sat alone in his dimension, reading about reports. Most of them are about cultivators about to reach the end of their lifespan and becoming more extreme. Instead of focusing on cultivating his technique to a higher level, these people opted for the easy road: killing mortals. Of course, the result was their extermination and the endless torture of their souls.

Over the years, many ancient lineages, including most of the Overlords, have become more active in this catastrophe. As such, Wang Wei had plenty of aid and support. These lineages knew what was at stake and wanted to protect themselves and their ancestors.

ʼIʼm surprised,ʼ Wang Wei thought as he looked at one piece of information. ʼThe Great Qin Dynastyʼs enthusiasm was not as high as I anticipated.ʼ According to reports, the Qin Dynasty did help, but their attitude did not seem anxious or worried about the future.

ʼAre they doing the bare minimum to keep their titles?ʼ Wang Wei analyzed. ʼThat also means they know itʼs possible to have 2 Human Emperors, and Ying Zheng doesnʼt care about someone else getting it. Hmmm, things are getting interesting.ʼ

Wang Wei did not focus too much on the Qin Dynasty since he will still have the advantage in whatever future negotiations they will have. Ying Zheng needed him, not the other way around. He then shifted his focus to something more important — Supreme Unity.

ʼHeʼs been too quiet,ʼ Wang Wei complained. ʼThat could be a good sign that his ability to interfere has decreased, but I donʼt buy it.ʼ The last time the latter was so quiet, he showed up with one devastating move.

ʼMaitreya, I donʼt want to blame you, but you canʼt allow his next move to be as big as the last time,ʼ Wang Wei prayed. He did not like this feeling of entirely relying on someone else, of having no strength or ability to control his fate, but he had no choice in the current situation.

Wang Wei dealt with all the things he needed to, so he started thinking about his next move. He toyed with the idea of being more active. He could draw Supreme Unity out if he made enough noise.

ʼBut what big noise can I make?ʼ Wang Wei analyzed. ʼKilling one of these parasites is enough, but such an act has pros and cons.ʼ Wang Wei knew Heavenly Dao was helping him share the pressure by allowing others to take on the burden of the parasites, so if Wang Wei started to show up and intervene again, the target on his back would increase.

ʼWhy are these people taking so long?ʼ Wang Wei complained. He wished these people could be as swift as Xun Junyao. Wang Wei knew his complaint was unfair since even Xun Junyao spent countless years slowly planning out her actions.

Wang Wei exhaled to calm down. He realized he was too stressed, and his thoughts became anxious. ʼThis is a lousy state to be doing anything. Time is not on my side, but there is no need to rush.ʼ The longer this peaceful state continues, the higher the chances the mortals have to grow and become independent.

Wang Wei took out a jar of wine from his space to drink. His future wife took great care of him and left him many delicacies. Sadly, he had to suppress and seal the effects of his Essence Spirit Flower to prevent lightning from descending from the heavens.

ʼIt would be nice to have someone to drink with,ʼ Wang Wei thought, thinking about people he could drink with. His future wife is sealed, Li Jun and Yan Liling are still in the lower dimension, his parents have disappeared, and Wang Ju has reincarnated, leaving only a few people.

”I could drink with the Ancestors, but there is still a wall of seniority between us,” Wang Wei complained. His ancestor, the Sword Empress, was easy to talk to, but she could easily switch her identity and start abusing her seniority. So, Wang Wei reckoned he probably wonʼt be comfortable talking to her until his strength is near her.

”The only ʼfriendsʼ I have are Wang Qi and probably Xu Shi,” Wang Wei thought. ʼWang Qi respects me too much, and we cannot even be considered friends. And there is still a barrier between Xu Sh and Ii due to our different backgrounds.

”Is this what the ancients meant when they said that the path of cultivation is lonely?” Wang Wei sighed as he continued drinking.

”Wealth, method, land, and companion,” Wang Wei muttered to himself. ”All cultivators know these are the four fundamentals. You can plunder wealth or methods and even steal a blessing land of cultivation, but the companion part is different. Nothing is more valuable in this long journey than having people you can trust — people that can provide emotional support.”

Wang Wei enjoyed the taste of the wine, but he could not get drunk. Itʼs not because the wine is not strong enough or does not have the capability, but more like he did not dare. His mental faculty is his greatest asset in these trying times, so he could not allow anything to affect it. Ultimately, he sighed and put the drink away. Since he could not even get a buzz, there was no point in drinking now.

”Hmm? Just in time,” Wang Wei muttered. He needed something to distract himself, and this communication talisman arrived at the right time. Wang Wei read before frowning. Someone had something important to report but wanted him to arrive personally to see it. After pondering briefly, he decided to show up.

Wang Wei teleported to this vast world full of people, but they were all mortals. However, anyone who looks at these mortals can tell they are different from others. Everyone wore silk clothes, their qi and blood were abundant, and their eyes contained the light of wisdom. Additionally, everything around them — from their architecture, transportation, agriculture, etc — reeked of advancement and civilization.

ʼ50 years passed outside, but 350 years in this world, and theyʼve already reached this level. Although they only relied on knowledge from the lower dimension, that was still quite a feat. I should praise Du Cong, ʼ Wang Wei thought. Among the many leaders he chose, Du Cong was indeed extraordinary, hence why he sent one of his people as a protector.

”Jia Ping, why did you contact me?”

”Lord, youʼre here.” Jia Ping teleported before Wang Weiʼs projection and saluted.

”You know the protocols, so get to the point,” Wang Wei said. According to the current protocols for contacting his subordinate, conversation must be quick and direct, meaning wasting time in small chat was no longer allowed.

”I understand,” Jia Ping replied. ”I have two things to report, one about this worldʼs development, and the other is personal and can wait.”

”Alright, lead the way.” The two flew to a secret laboratory, and Wang Wei saw the young Du Cong. Mortals in the upper dimension have a lifespan between 500 and 1000 years, so it was expected that Du Cong still looked young.

”Sir,” Du Cong swiftly said before bowing deeply, shocking all the weapon refiners in this lab. They did not expect their influential and majestic leaders to bow to someone else. Jia Ping has done an excellent job at preserving Du Congʼs majesty and never allowed the latter to bow to him publicly, hence the reaction of these mortals.

These people immediately became curious and looked at Wang Wei — they were more shocked. Their world worshipped one entity — the Guardian Deity, and this man looked exactly like him.

”You did a good job, Du Cong,” Wang Wei praised as he looked at him.

”Thank you. Itʼs all thanks to your effort.”

”I only lay down the foundation. All the current success is the hard work of you and your people,” Wang Wei said. He raised his hand to stop Du Congʼs flattery and continued: ”You should understand the future awaiting you. Your current peace is an illusion.”

”Lord, donʼt worry, I know what is at stake,” Du Cong replied. He knew the future of their world and civilization was endless war. They could not hide in this place and wait until the catastrophe outside passed.

”Good,” Wang Wei nodded. Although he sent Jia Ping to protect these people, it was also a way to monitor them. Wang Wei did not want the sweet taste of peace to corrode these people and have them abandon their mission.

”Now, show me what made you so excited.”