Although they were trapped in Fire Cloud Cave and unable to leave, among them were three peak Quasi-Saints and five peak Great Luo Golden Immortals.
These were top-tier powerhouses in all of heaven and earth!
Not to mention anything else.
Their insights into cultivation, their understanding of the Dao, and their enlightenment of the great truths would be of immense benefit to the cultivators of Great Qin.
The Immortal Dao.
The Martial Dao.
Upon reaching the Immortal Realm, all paths of cultivation ultimately relied on comprehending the Dao to advance.
Because at the Immortal level, one cultivated the laws of the universe, and the laws themselves embodied the Dao.
The Grand Dao consists of three thousand paths,
Yet all lead to the same destination.
Everything originates from the Dao.
If the Human Sovereigns could use the Heaven Profound Mirror to teach the Dao to the cultivators of Great Qin, the overall advancement of the nation would be even more profound in the future.
"What kind of treasure can connect us to the outside world?"
Suiren asked in shock.
The other Human Sovereigns also looked at Zhao Feng expectantly.
They had been trapped in Fire Cloud Cave for countless years, sealed away since ancient times. Aside from some spirit creatures that had taken form near the cave, they had virtually no contact with the outside world.
"Esteemed Human Sovereigns,"
"I will summon the mark of this treasure. Once you integrate it into your being, you may use it to summon the treasure itself, potentially establishing a connection." Zhao Feng immediately separated eight sub-mirror marks from the Heaven Profound Mirror.
The eight Human Sovereigns did not hesitate, directly using their divine senses to touch the marks and absorb them.
"If this truly allows us to connect to the outside world, that would be wonderful," Fuxi said with a smile.
"Esteemed Human Sovereigns,"
"If the connection succeeds, I have a request to make." Zhao Feng said sincerely.
"Speak freely, young friend," Suiren responded with a smile.
"This treasure is called the Heaven Profound Mirror. It allows one to manifest an avatar within its domain, and countless people can observe through it."
"I humbly request that the esteemed Human Sovereigns use the mirror to preach the Dao to the cultivators of Great Qin, strengthening our nation's power and uplifting the human race." Zhao Feng bowed deeply before the Human Sovereigns.
Upon hearing this!
The Human Sovereigns were momentarily stunned, then broke into laughter.
"Young friend,"
"We have been trapped in Fire Cloud Cave, severed from the outside world and our people."
"In the past, we considered it our duty to strengthen and guide our race."
"Now that we have this opportunity, why would we refuse?"
"If the Heaven Profound Mirror can truly establish a connection with the outside world, linking us to the Qin cultivators you speak of, we will gladly preach the Dao for the human race." Suiren declared without hesitation.
"As a member of the human race, I humbly thank you, esteemed Human Sovereigns."
Zhao Feng bowed deeply once more.
"Enough, young friend."
"We came here today only because we were able to use the fortune of the Nine Cauldrons to manifest within its space, but we cannot remain for long. Now that Xuanyuan has spoken, we shall give you the Xuanyuan Sword to protect the human race."
"We will do everything in our power to send the Xuanyuan Sword into the Nine Cauldrons' space. Once you have it, we hope you will wield it as in ancient times to cut down all enemies of the human race." Suiren said solemnly.
"I will never disappoint you, esteemed Human Sovereigns!" Zhao Feng swore without hesitation.
The Xuanyuan Sword!
The supreme treasure of the Human Sovereigns, the ultimate weapon of slaughter for the human race.
Of course
The original Xuanyuan Sword had been forged from the souls and blood of the human race.
Later, it became the sword of the Human Sovereigns, filled with the spirits of valiant human warriors who fought for their people, transforming into the ultimate killing weapon of the human race.
"Brother Xuanyuan,"
"Let us begin."
Suiren immediately addressed Xuanyuan.
"Mm." Xuanyuan nodded.
Then
He activated his divine sense, beginning the summoning process.
The other Human Sovereigns joined in, lending their power.
Their immense divine senses merged into one.
With the full force of all eight Human Sovereigns,
A terrifyingly sharp sword aura burst forth within the Nine Cauldrons' space.
And then
A sword appeared before Zhao Feng, engraved with mountains, rivers, the sun, the moon, and the grand landscapes of the human race, as if it carried the very civilization of humanity upon its blade.
The Xuanyuan Sword.
An ultimate innate killing treasure, the supreme weapon of the human race.
Even just appearing within the space, the sheer force of its sword aura caused the entire Nine Cauldrons' space to tremble.
"With this divine sword, even Great Luo cultivators can be slain!"
Zhao Feng gazed intently at the Xuanyuan Sword, his eyes blazing with excitement.
"Young friend,"
"Our divine senses are about to fade."
"We can only hope that your Heaven Profound Mirror can establish a connection."
"Until fate allows us to meet again."
As the Xuanyuan Sword was transmitted over, the divine senses of the Human Sovereigns also dissipated.
Zhao Feng immediately exited the Nine Cauldrons' space.
The moment he returned
Ying Zheng looked at him eagerly. "Feng'er, how did it go?"
"Father,"
"It is a great triumph!"
Zhao Feng laughed heartily.
With a thought
A divine weapon materialized within the grand hall.
The moment the sword appeared
An overwhelming sword aura filled the air.
Fortunately, Zhao Feng reacted quickly, using his true essence to suppress it.
Otherwise, if it had shot up to the Ninth Heaven, the Heavenly Court would have immediately taken notice.
"What is this?" Ying Zheng asked curiously.
"A gift from the Human Sovereigns."
"The supreme weapon of our people the Xuanyuan Sword." Zhao Feng declared with great reverence.
"Xuanyuan Sword!"
Ying Zheng was also taken aback.
Although he had once been a mortal, the legend of the Xuanyuan Sword was recorded in Qin's historical texts. It was a mythical divine sword of the human race.
"What level is this sword?" Ying Zheng asked.
"A top-grade innate spiritual treasure."
"It carries the boundless power of our human race's slaughter."
"With this sword, I can battle peak Great Luo cultivators and anyone below that level can be slain." Zhao Feng laughed heartily.
"Feng'er."
"You told the Human Sovereigns about our people's situation in the Immortal Realm, didn't you?"
Looking at the sword, Ying Zheng was both shocked and contemplative. He quickly realized why the Human Sovereigns would bestow such a treasure.
"Yes." Zhao Feng nodded. "The Human Sovereigns, upon learning of our race's plight, granted me this sword to help protect our people."
"Where are the Human Sovereigns?"
"They were once the rulers of the human race in ancient times. If they are still around, why would they allow our people to be enslaved by immortals and buddhas?" Ying Zheng immediately asked, quickly seeing the key issue.
"All the Human Sovereigns are imprisoned in a hidden realm and cannot leave."
"If they could, how could our people have been reduced to the livestock of immortals, buddhas, demons, and monsters?" Zhao Feng explained.
"Who has the power to imprison the Human Sovereigns?"
'They have existed since ancient times. Their cultivation must be unparalleled!' Ying Zheng was even more astonished.
"Father."
"The strongest beings in this world were once the Saints," Zhao Feng said with a deep gaze.
As soon as these words fell, Ying Zheng instantly understood.
Inside the Fire Cloud Cave, the returning divine senses gathered.
"What do you all think of that young human cultivator?" Suiren asked with a smile.
"He is neither servile nor overbearing, and he carries himself with great confidence."
"He has the demeanor of a human sovereign," Xuanyuan remarked with a smile.
"Xuanyuan, you have always had high standards. For you to approve of him and even grant him the Xuanyuan Sword, this young man must be extraordinary," Fuxi also chuckled.
"Everyone."
"Let's first see whether that young man's so-called 'Heavenly Profound Mirror' can truly connect us to the outside world," Suiren reminded them.
"Does such a treasure exist?"
"The great formation laid down by the Saints has blocked all communication for countless years. I wouldn't get my hopes up," Fuxi said with a sigh.
The other Human Sovereigns also nodded.
They had little expectation for the Heavenly Profound Mirror.
"Let's give it a try." Suiren smiled faintly.
He then directed his divine sense into the imprint he had received.
At that moment, a mirror manifested before him.
"This… it appeared."
"This treasure is quite interesting."
Seeing the mirror before him, Suiren's eyes flashed with surprise.
"It manifested just from an imprint."
"Moreover, this mirror bears traces of fate and fortune, but its power surpasses that of mere destiny," Fuxi observed in astonishment.
The other Human Sovereigns also activated their imprints, causing eight Heavenly Profound Sub-Mirrors to appear before them.
As they opened their sub-mirrors
In the Earthly Immortal Realm, Zhao Feng immediately sensed the connection.
"Father."
"All the Human Sovereigns have activated their mirrors."
"We can establish a connection now."
Zhao Feng smiled.
He then summoned the Heavenly Profound Main Mirror.
With Qin having ascended to the Heavenly Court, the Heavenly Profound Mirror had once again been nourished by fate and fortune. It had now grown into a top-grade innate spiritual treasure, with even greater power. Not only had its cultivation space effect been enhanced, but its ability to deduce and perceive had also become stronger.
As it activated
Zhao Feng's figure appeared in the sub-mirrors of the Human Sovereigns within Fire Cloud Cave.
"Greetings, esteemed Human Sovereigns," Zhao Feng's voice transmitted through the mirrors.
The Human Sovereigns were all shocked.
"It works?"
At the same time, the Heavenly Profound Mirror transmitted the Human Sovereigns' images into the Main Mirror.
Their figures appeared within the great hall.
Seeing the unfamiliar palace
And once again glimpsing the Earthly Immortal Realm
Their gazes flickered with joy.
"Young friend."
"You have truly astonished us."
"This mirror can connect us to the outside world."
Suiren was delighted.
"Esteemed Human Sovereigns."
"This mirror is connected to Qin's fate and fortune. This connection was established through the power of destiny." Zhao Feng explained with a smile.
Then
Zhao Feng gestured toward Ying Zheng beside him.
"Honored Human Sovereigns, this is my father, the Emperor of Qin, Zhao's Ying Zheng."
Standing before the Human Sovereigns, Ying Zheng did not hesitate.
He respectfully bowed and said, "I, Ying Zheng of the human race, greet the esteemed Human Sovereigns."
"Hahaha."
"Not bad."
"In the Nine Cauldrons' space earlier, this young friend already informed us of the current situation in the Earthly Immortal Realm."
"No need for further words."
"You both protect the human race; that alone makes you worthy sovereigns of our people." Suiren laughed heartily.
The Human Sovereigns all laughed heartily.
"Father," Zhao Feng said, smiling.
"Now that the esteemed Human Sovereigns have obtained the Heavenly Profound Mirrors"
"And given their immense kindness, they are willing to use the mirrors to teach the cultivators of our Great Qin in the future."
"This will greatly enhance the overall strength of our Qin cultivators."
"As for the specifics"
"You will need to discuss them with the Human Sovereigns yourself."
Ying Zheng bowed once more, his expression solemn and respectful.
After that, Zhao Feng did not linger.
He left his father to converse with the Human Sovereigns while he returned to his hall.
With Qin's ascension, the fortune of humanity had fed back into him.
He had obtained numerous treasure chests, and now it was time to open them.
Immediately, Zhao Feng issued a command:
"Open all treasure chests."
"Opening three Tier-Six treasure chests."
"Acquired postnatal technique [Seventy-Two Earthly Fiend Transformations]."
"Acquired postnatal divine ability [Thirty-Six Heavenly Gang Transformations]."
"Acquired innate treasure [Three Lights Divine Water]."
"Opening one Tier-Seven treasure chest."
"Acquired top-grade innate spiritual treasure [Eastern Green Lotus Treasure Light Banner]," the system prompt displayed.
"Not bad."
"A top-grade innate spiritual treasure and I've obtained both the Earthly Fiend and Heavenly Gang techniques. Together, they form an innate divine ability."
"Next"
"I'll refine the Xuanyuan Sword along with other treasures to enhance my strength."
"Once I grow stronger, I'll head to Jambudvīpa."
Looking at the treasures he had obtained, Zhao Feng smiled to himself.
There was also the matter of the totem attributes:
Soldier: Enhances the army's combat strength using the power of national fortune. With the lower-grade fortune of the Heavenly Court, military strength is doubled.
Harvest: Ensures favorable weather and boosts agricultural output by twofold.
Cultivation: Doubles the cultivation speed of all citizens within the empire.
Spirit: Guarantees that all newborns will have cultivation talent. Additionally, there is a 30% chance of them being born with mid-tier cultivation aptitude.
"All attributes have increased twofold."
"From now on, every descendant of Great Qin's citizens will be born with cultivation potential."
Seeing the newly upgraded totem attributes after the Heavenly Court's ascension, Zhao Feng smiled even more.
This would be an enormous boon to Great Qin.
The overall strength of the empire would continue to grow invisibly but significantly.
"Time to enter seclusion, refine these treasures, and enhance my strength."
Satisfied, Zhao Feng waved his hand and set up restrictions around his hall, preventing anyone from entering.
He then entered closed-door cultivation.
Meanwhile, with the establishment of Great Qin's Heavenly Court,
In the Eastern Continent,
It seemed to have caused little commotion.
After all, the Nine Cauldrons' power shielded them, preventing the vast fortune of the Heavenly Court from leaking out.
Even the destruction of Kunlun had not been exposed.
On the day Kunlun was annihilated, Zhao Feng had sealed off its entire void with the power of laws, leaving no survivors.
Naturally, no information could escape.
The rise and fall of mortal kingdoms rarely disturbed the immortal sects.
To the many sects of the Eastern Continent, the region where Great Qin now ruled was still under Kunlun's control, unchanged in their perception.
As time passed
Within Great Qin's territory,
Academies rose one after another.
Under the efforts of numerous martial experts and scholars from the mortal world,
Countless academies were established in the Immortal Realm.
Written characters were unified.
Martial arts traditions were passed down.
Everything unfolded just as it had in the mortal realm
Except now, with a century of experience in the mortal world, the academies' teachings had become even more refined and effective.
The people of the Immortal Realm would finally embark on a path of self-strengthening
No longer manipulated by the so-called Ascension Ceremonies of the immortal sects.
The rise of the human race had begun!
Time continued to pass.
In the blink of an eye,
Three months had gone by.
The entire territory of Great Qin remained peaceful.
There was no war within its borders.
For the time being, Great Qin had halted its expansion
After all, its population of over a billion needed to be fully utilized.
At the former site of Kunlun Immortal Sect,
A group of uninvited guests had arrived.
When they saw Kunlun reduced to nothing but ruins
Even its spirit veins are completely extracted
The many immortals hovering in the sky turned grim.
Clearly,
They were all shocked by the scene before them.
"Kunlun…"
"Has been wiped out?"
"Who would dare do such a thing?"
"Do they not know that Kunlun was the Dao lineage of our Heavenly Court's Eternal Life Emperor?"
"Who could be so bold?"
-support me on Patreon for more chapters, 375+ chapters in there
patreon.com/LordoftheReader