Chapter 906: Chapter 906

At the mention of King Great Luo, Heavenly Emperor Wu Dang instantly realized what this was about. He had heard of this matter long ago.

Back when Li Pin had just entered the Astral World, a Sacred Monarch from the Heaven Ordainment Sect had deliberately set up some obstacles for him. The goal was to make him experience the harsh reality of the Astral World and, in doing so, create an opportunity to take him in as a disciple.

This method might have worked on ordinary prodigies, but for someone like Li Pin—whose talent defied all logic—it had no effect at all. Every challenge only became a whetstone on his path to growth. Instead of slowing him down, it only pushed him to grow faster.

Later, King Great Luo even had people spread rumors, claiming that Li Pin's talent was limited. But even that did nothing to dim his brilliance.

In just a few short decades, Li Pin proved his strength on the Supreme Ladder, soared in cultivation, and shone with unmatched brilliance.

Technically, that incident hadn't caused him any real harm. Wu Dang had assumed Li Pin would be magnanimous enough to let it go. He never expected him to bring it up again now.

Thankfully, Wu Dang was prepared. He smiled and said, "King Great Luo is indeed one of our sect's Guardian Dharma Kings. He had spoken ill of you in the past. Once I became aware of it, I punished him severely, sentencing him to serve in the Abyssal Rift for a hundred epochs." Chapters fırst released on novel_fіre.net

Then he quickly added, "Of course, if you feel that punishment is too light, I'll extend it to a thousand, ten thousand epochs, or even eternal service. He shall never leave the Abyssal Rift, not until death."

Standing to the side, Heavenly Emperor Gu You glanced at Li Pin. He wanted to remind him that, for what King Great Luo had done, a hundred epochs in the Abyssal Rift was already a severe punishment.

If Li Pin truly wanted him to serve there for eternity, it would be a clear case of personal revenge.

In a world where strength ruled, even if Li Pin chose to settle a personal grudge, no one would dare object. But if fairness and order were cast aside, and everyone acted as they pleased, it would inevitably plant hidden dangers for the future of human governance.

If Li Pin remained in the Myriad Astral God Hall for a long time, his growing authority might gradually wash away the impact of this decision. But at the speed he was advancing, it likely wouldn't be long before he transcended the Astral World altogether.

And when that time came... if others started following his example, it could easily lead to chaos.

Fortunately, Li Pin didn't follow Heavenly Emperor Wu Dang's lead. He simply said, "That punishment is already enough."

Heavenly Emperor Wu Dang showed a faint smile. "Your Majesty Divine Emperor Origin, the entire Heaven Ordainment Sect submits to your divine decree—"

Li Pin cut him off. "But... is it really that simple?"

Heavenly Emperor Wu Dang was taken aback. "Your Majesty, what do you mean?"

"I was granted a chance to safely ascend to the Astral World because I discovered clues about the Void Emperor in the Void Divine Treasure World. This achievement was reported and recognized as a merit to the Human Race. The proposal for the reward was formally submitted and recorded in the Supreme Council.

"But when Heaven Ordainment Sect carried it out, a mere Dharma King actually had the nerve to interfere. He arranged for my ascension site to be in a place that looked safe on the surface but was actually full of hidden dangers. Based on my investigation, this wasn't a one-time mistake. It has happened over and over again."

Li Pin spoke in a calm tone. "What exactly is the Heaven Ordainment Sect trying to do? Do you think you can ignore the Supreme Council's orders? Do you think those who have contributed to the Human Race can be targeted however you like? You use fear to show your monopoly over this process. What's next? Will every Astral God's ascension have to go through your Sect's approval?"

The moment those words came out, Heavenly Emperor Wu Dang felt his scalp tingle, as if it were about to explode.

The Heaven Ordainment Sect controlling all Astral God ascensions? What kind of accusation is that?! That's practically blocking the path of others!

This wasn't just a heavy charge, but a devastating one. Not even the current Myriad Astral God Hall could bear the weight of it, let alone the Heaven Ordainment Sect.

If that charge were confirmed, the entire Heaven Ordainment Sect would instantly become the enemy of the entire Human Race. Even those who had already ascended as Astral Gods wouldn't be exempt.

After all, those Astral Gods had descendants and disciples. They would also need to ascend one day.

If the right to ascend fell into the hands of the Heaven Ordainment Sect... it would be no different from controlling who got to become an "immortal." Anyone who tried to manipulate this would be overthrown immediately.

Realizing the severity of the situation, Heavenly Emperor Wu Dang quickly cried out, "No! Absolutely not! The Heaven Ordainment Sect has never tried to interfere in the ascension process of Astral Gods!"

"No?" Li Pin glanced at him. "I went through it myself. How could it be false? Besides, your sect already admitted it. Sending King Great Luo to be punished is the best proof. And you still say it didn't happen?"

"T-These two things shouldn't be mixed together," Heavenly Emperor Wu Dang said hurriedly.

Li Pin said calmly, "It's exactly because the two shouldn't be lumped together that I only questioned you instead of taking direct action to purge the internal corruption within the Human Race.

"While the Heaven Ordainment Sect hasn't gone that far yet, the signs are already there. To stop you from walking down a path of no return, thinking you're beyond oversight, the Heaven Ordainment Sect must, from this moment on, hand over all maps, travel routes, hidden paths, and Astral Gates across both human and alien territories."

As soon as he said this, Heavenly Emperor Gu You's eyes lit up.

Meanwhile, a collective gasp escaped from Heavenly Emperor Wu Dang, along with the other Heavenly Emperors and Sacred Monarchs of the Heaven Ordainment Sect.

The reason the Heaven Ordainment Sect had risen to become the foremost power among the Human Race lay in one thing above all. It was their control over Astral Maps, express travel routes, hidden passages, and Astral Gate access points throughout human territory and its neighboring regions.

In the mortal world, people valued clothing, food, housing, and transportation. The Heaven Ordainment Sect held exclusive control over "transportation," while the other three were shared with the four major factions.

It wasn't an exaggeration to say that if the sect lost its control over those Astral Maps, routes, and gates, it would be like having its spine ripped out. The sect would collapse at a pace visible to the naked eye. It was a fact known to all.

Wu Dang raised his head sharply and looked at Li Pin. But what met his gaze was a calm, emotionless pair of eyes.

That one look alone instantly doused the anger burning in Wu Dang's chest.

Li Pin's strength spoke for itself. Whether it was Divine Emperor Yuan Jie, Zhu Zhao, Xuan Huang, or the six Divine Emperors of the Astral Lord Council who had recently been killed by him in Abyssal Rift No.3, they were all proof of his power.

Turning against him or flipping the table was no different from seeking death.

They should even count themselves lucky to still be considered part of the Human Race, backed by two Supremes and one Highlord. Otherwise... Li Pin wouldn't have wasted time reasoning. He would've made his move long ago.

Wu Dang recalled the critical blow Li Pin had delivered. Regret filled his heart. Had he known things would come to this, he would've just handed over King Great Luo to Li Pin. Maybe then, Li Pin would have shown some mercy.

Instead, he thought he was clever, trying to deflect Li Pin's argument by sentencing King Great Luo to serve in the Abyssal Rift for a hundred epochs. But in the end... that only confirmed the Sect's involvement in the Astral God's ascension site.

Things had happened before. But back then, no one pursued it. That was either because they didn't care or because, even if they did, the Sect was powerful enough to shut them down.

This time, though, the incident involved Li Pin directly. The one known as the Astral World's strongest, the Central Sovereign Divine Emperor, possibly Supreme Origin, himself. Worse, he had personally experienced it. There was no way out now.

"Is there a problem?" Li Pin asked again. "Or does the Heaven Ordainment Sect truly believe that no one can touch you just because you control these routes?"

His voice wasn't loud, but the meaning behind his words sent a chill down Wu Dang's spine.

At that moment, everything became clear to Wu Dang. They had tried to manipulate the rules. And now... Li Pin was using those same rules to corner them completely.

Now, only two paths remained. Either they handed over all the Astral Maps, express routes, hidden paths, and Astral Gate access points under their control... or they prepared to be crushed by the forces of the Myriad Astral God Hall, united under Li Pin beneath the banner of righteousness.

As for resisting... setting aside the sheer power of Divine Emperor Origin himself, the strength the Myriad Astral God Hall now held was more than enough to crush the Heaven Ordainment Sect.

In the end, there was only one real choice.

Heavenly Emperor Wu Dang spoke sincerely, even with a hint of pleading between his brows. "Your Majesty Divine Emperor Origin, the Heaven Ordainment Sect is willing to fully support the Human Race in the campaign against the Star Spirit Clan, as well as the surrounding territories.

"Whether it's manpower, resources, or access routes, we'll give everything we have without question. After all, we are part of the Human Race. Of course, we will fully support every decision made by the Myriad Astral God Hall, which stands for the highest will of our people..."

"It's good that the Heaven Ordainment Sect understands this. But that's one matter, and this is another," Li Pin's expression didn't change. "Will the Heaven Ordainment Sect prove its innocence by handing over all Astral Maps, routes, and gate interfaces? Or do you truly think the world is blind to your ambition?"

The surrounding Heavenly Emperors and Sacred Monarchs heard Li Pin press on. There was pain in their eyes, but more than that, helplessness and sorrow.

They knew that unless Li Pin was given a clear answer, today's matter would not be resolved.

Perhaps the very reason Li Pin had come in person was to suppress the Heaven Ordainment Sect.

"Your Majesty Divine Emperor Origin, must it really come to this—"

Heavenly Emperor Wu Dang tried to say more, but Li Pin raised his hand to cut him off. "You only need to tell me your sect's decision."

His tone allowed no room for doubt. In fact, there was a clear sense that his patience was running out.

Heavenly Emperor Wu Dang looked around at the other Heavenly Emperors and Sacred Monarchs. They were unwilling, but clearly, none had the courage to stand against Li Pin.

He turned back to Li Pin. It was clear there would be no room left for bargaining. In the end, there was only one choice.

"The Heaven Ordainment Sect will hand them over."