This is the most illogical point, and also the most crucial point of doubt at the moment.
If the existence of the Order was just for show, then the so-called balance of heavenly laws was an even greater deception.
If those who maintain order are subject to certain restrictions, then what exactly are their boundaries and basic rules?
Hao Ling was a little surprised to hear this, his face showing difficulty. He shook his head slowly, his tone containing a hint of confusion and helplessness: “Senior, this question I don’t know how to answer.”
“The order is too mysterious, rare throughout history, and has never appeared in the world.”
In all of space, no one had ever actually seen them move, no one had known their true form, and no one had understood the rules of their behavior.
People only know his name, but not his form, his powers, or his responsibilities.
According to the records scattered in the clan’s ancient scriptures, the Guardians of Order only maintain the stability of “the laws of heaven and earth itself” and never interfere in power struggles, plunder of resources, racial rivalries, or the rise and fall of living creatures.
The Haotian Divine Clan, despite conspiring with beings from beyond nature, consuming the resources of heaven and earth, and plotting crimes against countless living beings—seemingly heinous acts—did not directly change the laws of heaven and earth themselves, and was therefore beyond the reach of the Guardians of Order’s intervention.
This explanation, although it seemed reasonable, only deepened David’s doubts.
They only protect the legal framework, not the living creatures of heaven and earth.
They only uphold the stability of the Great Path, without caring about the life or death of all living beings.
These cold and rigid rules were too willful and too strange, as if this world had always been a test field that was guarded, observed, and manipulated.
A vague thought took root in his mind, vaguely revealing the truth about the Twenty-Two Heavens, which was far more terrifying and profound than the thousand year conspiracy he saw before him.
But David didn’t discuss it too deeply at this time.
With inadequate clues and limited information, excessive speculation will only disrupt the ongoing strategy.
The most urgent task at the moment is to expose the fake mask of the Haotian God Clan, break the monopoly that has lasted for thousands of years, seize the core of the nuclear energy array, and control the entire extraterrestrial energy system.
He suppressed the deep doubts in his heart, his gaze fell back on Hao Ling, his tone calm but firm: “Your restrictions have been lifted, your soul is free, and there is no turning back.”
“Once the patriarch of the Haotian God Clan realizes that the restrictions of the Soul Lamp have been completely breached and that you have freed yourself from control and confinement, he will be furious and launch a massive manhunt.”
All the strongholds and affiliated forces of the Haotian Divine Clan in Twenty-second Heaven will hunt you down with all their strength. Returning would mean certain death.
Hao Ling nodded bitterly, his eyes filled with confusion and helplessness: “I know. From now on, I have nowhere to go in this wide world. My senior is homeless.”
Looking at this disciple of the Divine Race who had broken free from the shackles of ten thousand years and had nothing left, David did not feel pity, but instead offered the most secure and firm protection.
His gaze was calm, his tone indifferent, but every word he spoke carried the weight of a mountain: “Follow me.”
“As long as I live, the Haotian God Clan will not be able to harm you in the slightest.”
These seven simple words, without any grandiose promises or empty guarantees, contained absolute confidence that transcended nature and shattered all heavens.
Having survived the battle at the trade fair, where he destroyed two powerful Grand Luo experts with just two palm strikes, David had proven that his combat strength, foundation, and Dao were enough to support a stable world in this land.
Hao Ling’s body shook, and he suddenly looked up, his golden eyes instantly filled with deep emotions, gratitude, and relief.
After thousands of years of fear, thousands of years of wandering, and thousands of years of imprisonment, he finally found the only support in the desperate situation he faced.
He bowed deeply, his posture extremely solemn, his voice sincere and resounding: “From today on, Hao Ling’s life is completely yours, senior. I will pave the way, go through fire and water, and die without hesitation!”
David nodded slightly, said no more, and turned his head to look at the gray sky outside the cave entrance.
Wind blew in from the cave entrance, fluttering his gray robe, causing the hem to flutter gently.
Deep within those purple eyes, countless lines of strategic thought flowed rapidly, forming layer upon layer. The steps that were originally scattered are now fully connected into a complete and extraordinary game.
“The best course of action now is to take advantage of the existing situation to break the deadlock.”
David spoke in a calm tone, his words clear and thorough, while slowly revealing the entire plan: “The Xuanming Ancient Clan is the oldest, strongest, and most influential top power in the Twenty-two Heavens.”
For thousands of years, they have maintained a close partnership with the Haotian God Clan, relying on their nuclear energy conversion technology. They were the Haotian God Clan’s most loyal allies and a core community with shared interests.
“They are the beneficiaries of a thousand year conspiracy, and also the unexpected biggest pawns.”
As long as the Xuanming Ancient Clan fully acknowledged the truth and understood the allies they had relied on, cooperated with, and trusted for thousands of years.
“It was precisely this culprit who destroyed this world, plotted against all forces, and manipulated them at will that would cause the thousand-year-old alliance between the two top powers to collapse instantly.”
“The Xuanming Ancient Clan’s betrayal was the first domino that destroyed the entire structure of the Twenty-Two Heavens.”
At that time, all the small and medium forces that depend on the Haotian Clan and are controlled by nuclear technology will defect one after another, living in constant fear. The false system cultivated by the Haotian Clan for thousands of years would collapse completely overnight.
FAQ Novel
Q: What is the main reason for the world’s resource depletion?
A: The world’s resources are being deliberately destroyed to control all cultivators.
Q: Who is monopolizing cultivation resources?
A: The Haotian God Clan controls the nuclear energy conversion technology.
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