indianbanksassociation Chapter 603: The Human Race's Fortune at 1%?
Chapter 603: The Human Race's Fortune at 1%?
When Chen Changsheng arrived outside the Fire Cloud Cave, he sensed this complex aura.
Outside the cave, auspicious clouds swirled, and thousands of streams of auspicious energy appeared. A vast and boundless aura of human fortune soared into the sky, condensing into a canopy that protected the entire human race.
But deep within this aura of fortune, Chen Changsheng could keenly sense a trace of silence and repression.
It's like a giant dragon trapped in chains, possessing boundless power but unable to break free and unleash its full potential.
"It seems that these ancient sages of the human race were not living a very comfortable life."
Chen Changsheng sighed inwardly.
He walked to the entrance of the ancient, unadorned cave dwelling, which seemed to blend into the mountainside, and bowed respectfully.
"Chen Changsheng, a descendant of the human race, has come to pay respects to the Three Sovereigns, Five Emperors, and other sage ancestors!"
The sound wasn't loud, but it clearly reached the cave.
He did not use his identity as a Xuanmen protector, nor as a Heavenly Court law enforcement deity.
Here, he is just a human.
After he finished speaking, there was complete silence in front of the cave entrance, with no response whatsoever.
But Chen Changsheng was not in a hurry; he simply stood there quietly, waiting patiently.
He knew that the people inside the cave must have heard it.
Sure enough, a moment later.
"Creak—"
The stone door, which had been tightly closed for countless years, slowly opened from the inside out.
A heavy, ancient, and desolate aura wafted from the cave, as if instantly pulling one back to the ancient times when humans lived by hunting and gathering, struggling to survive.
A tall, robust figure, dressed in animal skins and with a resolute face, emerged from the cave.
In his hand, he was also carrying an ancient and simple cauldron, which was the Great Yu Divine Cauldron, a treasure of human destiny that Chen Changsheng had collected!
The person who arrived was none other than Yu the Great, one of the Five Emperors of the human race who was credited with controlling the floods and establishing the rule over the nine provinces!
"You little rascal, you finally decided to come and visit us!"
When Da Yu saw Chen Changsheng, a hearty smile appeared on his usually imposing face.
He strode forward and patted Chen Changsheng's shoulder heavily with his large, fan-like hand.
That force, if it were an ordinary Great Luo Golden Immortal, would probably have half of their body numbed by the blow.
But Chen Changsheng's physical body was so strong that he only swayed slightly before regaining his balance.
"This humble one, Chen Changsheng, greets the sage Yu the Great."
Chen Changsheng smiled and returned the greeting.
He held this ancestor of humanity in high esteem.
"Hahaha, what's with the formalities! You are now the most promising junior of our human race, the hope of our people! No need for such empty formalities in front of us old folks!"
Yu the Great seemed extremely happy, and pulled Chen Changsheng's arm, about to walk into the cave.
His eyes were full of appreciation and satisfaction.
They, the ancient human sages in the Fire Cloud Cave, had been paying close attention to Chen Changsheng's actions all along.
Whether it was his creation of the "Human Emperor Scripture" for the human race, continuing the legacy of the Human Emperor, or his formidable reputation in the Three Realms, these old fellows felt a sense of pride.
"I have come here specifically to express my gratitude for the help of you esteemed predecessors."
Chen Changsheng followed Da Yu inside and said sincerely.
"We're family, why are you saying these things?"
Yu the Great waved his hand, completely unconcerned.
But then he sighed, a hint of helplessness in his voice.
"To our shame, we old folks, though called sages of the human race, are trapped here by the Heavenly Dao and cannot leave in our true forms. There is actually only so much we can do to help you."
"The future of humanity will ultimately depend on your own efforts."
Chen Changsheng remained silent.
He could sense the resentment and frustration in Yu the Great's words.
The three sovereigns and five emperors of the human race, whose achievements spanned millennia, met such an end, which is truly lamentable.
"Let's go, don't just stand at the door."
Da Yu patted him on the back.
"Emperor Fuxi and the others have been waiting for you for a long time."
"Oh?" Chen Changsheng was somewhat surprised upon hearing this. "Did you esteemed predecessors know that I was coming?"
"Of course." Da Yu laughed heartily, a hint of pride on his face.
"The moment you set off, that old fellow, Emperor Fuxi, will have already arrived."
"His understanding of the Eight Trigrams and his ability to deduce the secrets of heaven are so profound that even sages are ashamed of their own inferiority."
"I see."
Chen Changsheng suddenly realized, and then burst into laughter.
I had completely forgotten about that.
Emperor Fuxi was the ancestor of all those who played with the secrets of heaven. In his eyes, my movements were probably no different from being transparent.
As they spoke, the two had already passed through a deep passageway and arrived at a vast, open cavern.
This is the core area of Fire Cloud Cave.
The moment Chen Changsheng stepped into the cave, he felt as if he were surrounded by a warm and powerful force.
This power, originating from his bloodline and soul, made him feel as if he had returned to his mother's embrace, an incomparably warm and comfortable feeling.
This is the power of human destiny.
Inside the cave, there were no magnificent decorations or ethereal mists.
Yes, it is a profound and vicissitude-ridden spirit of self-improvement and the passing down of knowledge.
On the stone wall, murals are carved.
From the birth of humankind, to making fire by drilling wood, to building nests from wood, to tasting all kinds of herbs, to controlling floods and stabilizing the territory...
Each scene depicts the epic struggles and valiant fights of humanity's ancestors as they eked out survival on this perilous and desolate land.
In the very center of the cave hall, there are several stone tables and benches.
Several figures were sitting together, as if waiting for his arrival.
The three leaders possessed the most profound and vast auras, as if they were integrated with the destiny of the entire human race.
A man dressed in a Taoist robe with the Bagua symbol, with a lean face and eyes that seemed to contain the stars of the heavens, was none other than Fuxi, the human emperor who deduced the secrets of heaven and created the Bagua.
A man clad in animal skin, holding a bright green wooden whip, with a kind face and radiating a rich vitality of plants, was none other than Shennong, the human emperor who tasted all kinds of herbs and pioneered agriculture.
There was another person, dressed in hemp clothing, with an ancient and sacred sword hanging at his waist. His face was majestic, and he exuded an aura of imperial dominance. This was none other than Xuanyuan, the Human Emperor who forged the sword and sought the Dao, unifying the human tribes.
These are the three emperors of the human race!
Beside them sat several other figures with equally extraordinary presences, namely the other four of the Five Emperors: Zhuanxu, Emperor Ku, Yao, and Shun.
"Junior Chen Changsheng pays respects to all the sages of the human race!"
Seeing these figures, who only existed in myths and legends, appear alive before him, even Chen Changsheng, who was used to seeing grand occasions, couldn't help but feel a surge of excitement and reverence.
He bowed deeply to everyone with utmost respect.
"No need for formalities, please rise."
It was Emperor Fuxi who spoke; his voice was gentle, carrying an all-knowing wisdom.
"You are a great hero of our human race, and you deserve the waiting of us old folks."
"Your Majesty flatters me; I am unworthy of such praise," Chen Changsheng said humbly.
"You deserve it."
This time, it was Emperor Xuanyuan who spoke, his voice powerful and resonant, carrying an undeniable authority.
"You created the 'Human Emperor's Scripture' for the human race, allowing the human emperor's lineage to continue. This is an immense merit! Our human race should all thank you!"
As he spoke, Xuanyuan stood up and solemnly bowed to Chen Changsheng.
This startled Chen Changsheng.
He quickly stepped aside to avoid it.
"Your Majesty, this is unacceptable! This is absolutely unacceptable! What merit do I possess to deserve such a grand gesture from Your Majesty!"
Are you kidding me?
If word got out that the Emperor himself was bowing to him, he feared he would be bursting apart by the sheer luck of the entire human race.
"Hehe, that's just Xuanyuan's personality, straightforward and direct."
Shennong, the Earthly Emperor, smiled and smoothed things over, pointing to the empty seat next to him.
"Please sit down, Changsheng. There aren't many rules here; just treat us like your own elders."
Shennong's voice carried a calming power, gradually calming Chen Changsheng's somewhat agitated emotions.
We know you have many questions in your mind.
Emperor Fuxi seemed to see through his thoughts and took the initiative to speak.
"The great calamity has begun, and the secrets of heaven are in chaos. Even we cannot see the future clearly."
"However, there is one thing we can be sure of."
Fuxi's gaze became incredibly profound as he looked at Chen Changsheng and spoke, word by word.
"You are the greatest variable for our human race in this great calamity!"
"It is also the only hope for our human race to break free from its shackles and be reborn!"
These words shocked everyone present.
Even Chen Changsheng himself was stunned.
He knew he was a variable, but he never expected that he would be so important in the hearts of the Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors!
"Your Majesty, this..."
"You don't need to doubt it."
Fuxi waved his hand, interrupting him.
"We cannot fathom or calculate your origins. This in itself demonstrates your extraordinary nature."
"Under the laws of Heaven, everything is predetermined. But you, you exist outside of that predetermined fate."
"This is the key to breaking the deadlock!"
Chen Changsheng fell silent.
He finally understood why Fuxi would go to such lengths to help him.
It turns out that they had already placed their bets on themselves as the "variable".
"What merit or ability do I possess to shoulder such a heavy responsibility?" Chen Changsheng said with a wry smile.
"You not only can, but you've done a very good job."
"The Yellow Emperor said in a deep voice."
"You supported Emperor Xin and passed down the 'Human Emperor Scripture,' allowing him to use human destiny to defy fate. This move was extremely well-executed!"
"Unfortunately, the human race's fortune has been scattered in all directions since ancient times. It is extremely difficult to reunite it and resist the overwhelming force of the Heavenly Dao."
Shennong also sighed.
"Therefore, we invited you here today because we want to lend you another helping hand."
Emperor Fuxi looked at Chen Changsheng with eyes full of expectation.
"We old folks may not be able to leave this Fire Cloud Cave, but we can still mobilize some of the fortune of the entire human race."
"Today, in the name of the Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors, we will share one-tenth of the human race's fortune suppressed within this Fiery Cloud Cave with you!"
"With this, you are crowned!"
boom!
When Emperor Fuxi uttered the words "I'll give you one-tenth," Chen Changsheng's mind went completely blank, as if struck by lightning!
One-tenth of the human race's fortune?
Are you kidding me!
He knew better than anyone how heavy that "ten percent" really was!
The human race is the protagonist of the primordial world, and its fortune is immense.
Even the Sage Cult wouldn't dare say they could completely dominate the human race.
The Fire Cloud Cave is the core where the fortune of the entire human race is concentrated.
If even a tenth of the fortune here were placed in the outside world, it would be enough to create a massive force comparable to the three ancient races!
More importantly, being blessed with good fortune means being immune to all laws and warding off all evil. The path of cultivation will be smooth, and bottlenecks and obstacles will no longer exist!
This is... this is too extravagant!
"My esteemed predecessors, you must not!"
Chen Changsheng stood up abruptly, intending to refuse without a second thought.
"This is the foundation of humanity; I have yet to achieve anything, how dare I accept such a great gift!"
This wasn't him being pretentious; rather, the gift was simply too much to handle and too heavy to bear.
He was afraid he wouldn't be able to handle it.
"sit down!"
With a low shout, the Emperor Xuanyuan unleashed an irresistible imperial majesty that instantly forced Chen Changsheng back into his seat.
"If we say you can bear it, then you can bear it!"
Xuanyuan's gaze was sharp as a sword, staring directly at Chen Changsheng.
"This isn't a reward for you, it's an investment in you!"
"You bear the destiny of humanity; from now on, your actions will be completely bound to our race. Your strength is the strength of humanity! Your defeat will bring annihilation upon our race!"
"This is both an opportunity and a shackle! Do you dare to accept it?"
These words deeply shocked Chen Changsheng.
He got it.
The Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors were not only helping him, but also entrusting the future of humanity entirely to him in this way.
This is a huge gamble!
We're betting on him, this unpredictable variable, to lead humanity through a bloody path!
Looking at the solemn faces of these ancient human sages before him, and seeing the heavy expectations and trust in their eyes, Chen Changsheng's hesitation and retreat instantly vanished.
Instead, there was an unprecedented surge of pride and fighting spirit!
"good!"
Chen Changsheng took a deep breath, nodded heavily, and his eyes became extremely firm.
"Since you esteemed predecessors trust me, then I will accept this karmic burden!"
"I, Chen Changsheng, hereby swear that as long as I have a breath left, I will protect humanity and ensure its flame never goes out!"
"good!"
"good!"
"good!"
The Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors clapped their hands and laughed heartily, their faces full of satisfaction.
This is exactly the attitude Chen Changsheng wants!
"In that case, let's begin!"
Emperor Fuxi stood up, his expression becoming solemn and dignified.
The other human sages also rose up, with Fuxi, Shennong, and Xuanyuan at the head, and stood in eight directions, surrounding Chen Changsheng in the center.
"In the name of my human race's Emperor Fuxi, I hereby issue this decree!"
"In the name of Shennong, the Earth Sovereign of my human race, I hereby issue this decree!"
"In the name of my human race's Emperor Xuanyuan, I hereby issue this decree!"
"..."
The Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors spoke in unison, their voices seemingly invoking some ancient covenant and law.
hum!
The entire Fire Cloud Cave trembled violently!
Above the dome of the cave, the boundless sea of human destiny began to surge and boil wildly!
hold head high!
A high-pitched and resounding dragon roar echoed through the sky!
A colossal divine dragon, formed from pure, dark yellow aura, emerged from the sea of clouds!
The dragon was so enormous that it blotted out the sky and the sun. With each blink of its eyes, it seemed as if the sun and moon were rising and falling. Its majesty was beyond measure!
This is the true dragon of human destiny!
It is the very foundation of the entire human race!