Fengyunlu

In the past dozen or so illusions, except for the last one, which seemed particularly strange and difficult to understand, Bai Ximo could still understand the meaning of the previous illusions, although strange. However, the last illusion completely exceeded his life experience. Under such a strange situation, Bai Ximo focused all his deductions on the Eternal Age. All the illusions, no matter what their nature, ultimately pointed to Fengchen.

This clearly demonstrates that these so-called illusions are definitely related to the individuals trapped within this mysterious ancient cave. In other words, Bai Ximo's primary concern is the future of his daughter, Bai Yu, and Feng Chen. Therefore, his ability to discern thoughts allows him to infer countless illusions related to Feng Chen. Within these illusions, no matter how they shift, Bai Yu's presence or traces are always present. Therefore, it can be concluded that there must be another being within this mysterious ancient cave, one capable of perceiving the human heart, and whose own daoist power presumably allows them to know the past, present, and future. Otherwise, where could these bizarre illusions originate?

With Bai Ximo's vast experience, even if he cultivated for another ten thousand years, even transcending the heavens and earth, he would be completely unable to imagine things he had never seen. Ancient texts record that although the heavens and earth are vast and boundless, the universe within them is boundless. The boundless universe is the eons, and the boundless universe is the eons, with no form or shape. Those with great fortune can connect the past and present, knowing the past and the future. Such beings are among the eternal Golden Immortals. Such Golden Immortals do not fall into anything, because they are both selfless and possess everything.

Simply put, the vastness of heaven and earth eludes any notion of permanence or impermanence. The myriad realms exist within the universe, and time flows endlessly, unstoppable. However, some truly great beings comprehend this mysteries, even grasping its essence, thus achieving self-realization. Even more exceptional individuals evolve themselves, reasoning about the impermanence of the Great Dao, forging their own path. Once such a path is formed, that person ceases to exist throughout the eons, and only such achievements can be counted among the Golden Immortals. A Golden Immortal is visible before their eyes, yet all traces of the past and future converge in this moment. Tracing back or exploring further, the person before them will no longer be found, nor will any trace of them remain in the myriad realms. In other words, the myriad realms and the river of time converge in this present moment, and only such achievements can be counted among the Golden Immortals.

Therefore, in the distant past, when immortals, gods, ghosts, and demons roamed the heavens, even when alien races dominated, the word "immortal" still held supreme supremacy. Therefore, Bai Ximo speculated that the key to this place must be a being with the power of a Golden Immortal. Whether he was sleeping here or perished here, the Dao traces he inadvertently penetrated were able to give rise to everything before him, and he could even penetrate people's hearts and deduce countless possibilities.

But all of this was connected to Fengchen. Bai Ximo wondered, perhaps, if he, Bai Ximo, had spent his entire life striving for the highest aspirations, his greatest achievement or breakthrough, was likely to lie solely between Fengchen and Baiyu. And between these two, the biggest stakes still lay with Fengchen. He was a congenital spirit, just like the Bai family's ancestor, Baidi, who had achieved the status of a Golden Immortal and became an Immortal Emperor, transcending heaven and earth. His immense fortune awe-inspired the heavens. While he might not have the power to sweep across the ages like the Great Sky Emperor, his Five Emperors' wisdom still left a legacy of protection for humanity. It was conceivable that Fengchen would at least achieve similar accomplishments in the future.

Perhaps he had other possibilities, which is why this illusion deduction connected his own abilities to the past and present, transforming them into different illusions to meet the needs of the times. His purpose was probably to see Fengchen's origins, in which world he could achieve greater success, or in what era he could reach the highest realm as Fengchen's innate spirit.

Bai Ximo pondered this over a dozen times during his hallucinations. Behind each bizarre vision, one or more figures transcending the heavens flashed by. Their words left Bai Ximo perplexed and bewildered, unable to fathom the connection. But one thing Bai Ximo understood: not only within the Xuanmen, but perhaps even beyond the heavens or even beyond the heavens, there were definitely those watching Fengchen. He was absolutely certain of this. Although no one in the Xuanmen had transcended the realm of the Fa in these last years, Bai Ximo's vision extended beyond the realm of heaven and earth.

Above the heavens, beyond the world, and even in the long river of eternity, Bai Ximo believes that the Dao is unpredictable, and one day the declining Xuanmen will eventually revive. And the key to revival, leading Xuanmen to glory and return to its peak in the future, should be Fengchen. Thinking of this, Bai Ximo felt a little relieved: "This place is not lonely, nor is it intentionally sleepy. I, Bai Ximo, came here unintentionally in search of opportunities, and I think it is another opportunity. This is Chen'er's opportunity, and it is also Xiaoyu's opportunity. In this case, instead of panicking and worrying, it is better to let go and be at peace with your own path. Even if Chen'er seems to be in crisis now, with his luck, I think the word "fate" is difficult to measure."

Bai Ximo suddenly became detached and began to ponder the secrets in those illusions. Although he didn't understand it completely, he was already quite satisfied because he had grasped some key information. As for when Fengchen would come, Bai Ximo felt that only when the mysterious ancient cave began to really operate would everything be revealed. As for how much Fengchen could comprehend, that depended on him. Others couldn't help, nor should they interfere. The matter of fate depends entirely on oneself. Although there are masters who can guide, no one else can replace the matter of cultivation. In short, in Bai Ximo's view, what Fengchen did in Yaochi, whether it was to resolve or achieve it, was ultimately a trivial matter in the world. Even if the evil spirit looked scary now, it would not really pose a threat. At most, it would give Fengchen more opportunities for training.

"It seems the evil spirit's appearance in Yaochi is a major problem for Yao'er's lineage, and a crucial training opportunity for Fengchen. So... eh? Evil spirit..." Bai Ximo froze, pondering the evil spirit's identity and its incredibly high pedigree. Even long ago, it must have been a figure capable of suppressing the heavens. How could such a being be trapped within the Cangxuan Order and then reappear in Yaochi? Add to that the two previous escape abilities, a Tongtian Scroll, and an unknown wandering light—isn't all of this connected?

"Could there be another hidden secret here, one that can penetrate the human heart, or other possible deductions? Is the true form of the evil spirit trapped here? Otherwise, how could the Tongtian Talisman be recalled, and what changes would the subsequent wandering light bring?" Bai Ximo asked himself, his figure rippling on the water, slowly emerging from the water. After figuring it all out, he began to walk back, no longer dwelling on the secrets of the ancient cave. He had originally intended to explore the situation, but the real opportunity lay with Fengchen, and he, Bai Ximo, was merely the vanguard. Rather than wasting his energy, it would be better to wait for Fengchen's arrival.

But suddenly, he thought of the evil spirit. Perhaps all of this had been connected, secretly orchestrated by someone even back when Fengchen was offering sacrifices in the desert. Given this possibility, other possibilities naturally followed. The mysterious gate here didn't appear by chance, and the secrets of the Yaochi Fairyland aren't impenetrable. At least when the Fairy Concubine A'li defected, no one knew how many secrets she took with her. With Xu Yi plotting in the desert, and the subsequent interconnectedness of Thunder Mountain, perhaps everything behind the scenes was unfolding as planned. Even the evil spirit, like Fengchen, was now caught in someone's trap. The path forward, the path ahead, had already been meticulously planned, even the choices he might make were part of someone else's calculations.

Such tactics, such plots, filled Bai Ximo with growing fear. He recalled his father, the Great Emperor Cang Yun, a supremely powerful figure within the Xuan Sect. He hadn't even intervened during the Jiazi War, and even remained absent during the Feng Family's catastrophe three years prior. According to his father, as long as he didn't act, some others wouldn't act either. He didn't know who he was referring to, but Bai Qianyi was so determined and cautious that he assumed the person behind it was a threat to the entire Xuan Sect. Perhaps in the near future, after Feng Chen achieved Dao, even if it was within his plans, given his status, he might be able to make some subversive moves.

Considering this, Bai Ximo began to understand why his father, Bai Qianyi, had remained silent all these years. Cultivating his own path was merely an excuse; the ultimate reason lay in their attempts to hold each other back. Of all the Xuanmen, Bai Qianyi's attacks were undoubtedly the most powerful, and perhaps the underlying scheming involved a figure like Bai Qianyi. The two of them remained motionless, seemingly engaged, but in reality, protecting each other. Otherwise, were they to strike, regardless of the outcome, a master like Bai Ximo, even combined, would be unable to withstand the other's lethal force. Therefore, Bai Qianyi remained motionless, and the other remained silent. Only in this way could they both maintain their potential.

Furthermore, if both sides engaged in combat, even a decisive battle, regardless of casualties, how deep was the power behind it, and who could guarantee its complete destruction? Even the vast majority of Xuanmen, both righteous and evil, were completely unaware of the underlying forces. However, judging by Fengchen's experiences, Bai Ximo undoubtedly understood that even figures like the demon king Xu Yi had likely come into contact with the hidden schemes, perhaps even reaching a consensus. Otherwise, Fengchen's journey out of seclusion was so interconnected that simply arguing with them was insufficient. Without knowing the many hidden secrets, the so-called "strategy" would hardly encompass every possibility. If the plan failed, how could Fengchen's steps remain systematic? Even the evil spirits lurking within the Yaochi Lake were part of this plan.

Thinking of this, Bai Ximo couldn't help but worry: "If Chen'er really continues like this, who can guarantee his future? Whether it's victory or defeat, merit or fault, or blessing or disaster, there are so many connections here, who can truly guarantee his future is safe?"

I, Bai Ximo, admit my abilities are limited, perhaps even unable to handle my otherworldly father. But three years ago, Chen'er's father, the one who would give up everything to clear Chen'er's path, recently gave up his True Spirit Transformation Device so that Chen'er could achieve greater perfection in his cultivation. This sacrifice stems not only from family affection, but also from my brother-in-law's character. He never wastes time, and his choices must have their reasons. He may be betting on the course of Heaven, the will of the Great Dao, but also on Chen'er's future. But one thing is certain: Chen'er's future may be even more glorious than Feng Wanlin's. He knows the secrets behind the Xuanmen, and he may never fully unravel them in his lifetime. Therefore, he places his hope in future generations, hoping that they will find a solution. Since my brother-in-law has made this choice, Bai Ximo has decided to follow in his footsteps. For the sake of future generations and the future of the Bai family, he is willing to devote all his energy. Xiaoyu's future is closely linked to Chen'er's. Whenever one achieves success, the other must also grow. Although Xiaoyu's current situation is precarious, the divination from Tiantong Daojun indicates that all of this is inextricably linked to Chen'er, and the future is filled with uncertainty. The root of all this seems to point to Chen'er, and is also closely related to the Great Dao. Perhaps these two children, Fengchen and Baiyu, are opportunities to change their fates, and both hold the key to influencing the future. As long as these two children can successfully attain enlightenment, their future will naturally have a path that belongs to them, and the key to their success.

Bai Ximo's speculation wasn't groundless; most of his deductions were correct. Take Fengchen and Baiyu, for example. They were both innate spirits, a rarity in the Xuanmen sect during the last years of the Dharma. Despite their bloodline being cut off, Fengchen was able to achieve a body of primordial spirit thanks to Baiyu, a feat unparalleled in history. Even the former Baidi was merely an innate spirit, yet Fengchen, building upon his primordial spirit body, was able to achieve a second primordial spirit. This was due to both the price of bloodline and perhaps fate.

Feng Wanlin was fully aware of destiny, understanding his own talents and abilities. Perhaps, amidst the calculations of Heaven and the deductions of the Great Dao, his efforts ultimately served only to benefit others. Meanwhile, regarding the inheritance of the Cloud Phoenix bloodline, no Saint Maiden in the Bai family's history had ever been able to awaken even a trace of it. However, at a crucial moment, Bai Yu, leveraging the power of the Ninth Saint Maiden, successfully activated the Tongtian Scroll. Even with its feeble power, it was enough to influence the entire situation, thus achieving Fengchen and creating a primordial body unprecedented in history. Although Fengchen still possessed a deadly bloodline, three years later, he had become a member of the Xuanmen, possessing both a second primordial spirit and a primordial spirit body. A long road lay ahead for him.

Such an opportunity, no matter who observes it, cannot be accidental; it must be driven by destiny. One could even say that the chess game of heaven has already begun, and Fengchen, as a key chess piece, is by no means alone. The path of those who came before him and the support of those who will follow, such as Baiyu, will be another key to the upcoming game. If this is true, then Baiyu's chance to awaken may come after Fengchen leaves the Yaochi Fairyland. Therefore, Fengchen's opportunity is destined to have a happy ending.