Shuhang's Profound Sermon

****Author Note****

Gotta get this out there before the chapter starts.

It seems a lot of people are confused as to why Shuhang is doing what is only supposed to be for 8th stage saints only.

Well... all I can say is 'Read Further Into the Original's Raw' without really spoiling the story for anybody. Specifically around chapter 1000~ish... if I remember correctly?

Anyways, you only really need to know that anyone who transcends their tribulation within the 'Tribulation World', they would usually need to do that whole Manifesting Presence Before the People thing.

Anyone that passed their tribulation inside a Tribulation World will get only an upgraded cultivation of ONLY ONE realm, no matter where they're at. There are no stage skipping.

With that said, Shuhang is still only at 7th Stage, Spirit Venerable after the Tribulation.

As for the reason why Shuhang's 6th Promotes 7th Tribulation is so damn powerful; it actually had something to do with the earlier chapter when he saw that 'Prophecy' with Yellow Mountain.

Uh... I think that's all I needed to get out? Dunno, I prolly miss something but I'll burn that bridge when I get to it.... In any case, enjoy the chapter. Or not. Up to you o.O

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Oh wait! There's one more thing... fuck I forgot it again...!! e.e

got distracted by youtube. eh whatever

It's probably not that important if I forgot it so easily... wait! I got it again!

Right. Last chapter, it was mentioned several times that 'any cultivators would be able to...' bla bla

This means that cultivators and cultivators only would be able to see Shuhang's sermon. Which means that no matter how many worlds gets this TV-reception service, if they're not a cultivator, they won't be able to view it. So with the exception of some beings due to... reasons... others like Ddraig or Albion won't be seeing this. Sorry peeps that wanted to see some jelly dragons :3

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'Heaven's Path Is Imperfect'

Just from that one line from Shuhang alone had already made quite a big impact on the cultivation community. Those of the junior level didn't really understand what that meant, but they felt that it would become a very important factor in their future of cultivation. With that, they decided to firmly commit this particular line deeply into their mind. They might not know it now, but just this simple action had already opened up a great many possibilities for them.

[Venerable Seventh Path: "Sigh, fellow daoist Dragon Emperor's knowledge of the profound is truly immeasurably deep...]

With that simple sentence, all the other 6th Stage cultivators and higher also voiced their agreements. As the higher senior levels didn't elaborate however, the lower level juniors could only stay lost within a veil of mist that eludes them of the truth. It's not as if the seniors within the Nine Province(s) Chat Group were purposefully withholding their understanding, it's just that they themselves don't fully understand it either, or at all for that matter.

The ones who received the biggest shock and benefits were the other Saints and Tribulation Immortals. This is especially so for the Tribulation Immortals which most immediately received some of enlightenment. Due to the unique situation perpetuated, albeit unknowingly, by Shuhang himself, this is happening across all the multiple realms and realities.

The amount of Karmic Virtue he's receiving was astonishing such that it became strong enough to be able to materialize itself. It in fact, did materialize right away just below Shuhang himself and seem to have even gained it's own sentience. The Light of Karmic Virtue that is in the likeness of Ddraig himself, before his upgrade though, came into being and let loose a domineering roar which could be felt by all watching this segment.

In the HQ of the Boundless Demon Sect, Young Master Hai stared into the void with bloodshot eyes and a trembling hand. The other that was still holding onto a 'Saber' had its grip tightened until it broke skin. Upon his face was a mixture of rage, fear, and crazed determination. To think that the person he swore revenge upon no matter what turned out to be a Saint candidate... no he already is one at this point. The materialization of that Karmic Virtue is definite proof that his ascension would succeed.

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Back with Shuhang, he was definitely very surprised at the sudden influx of Karmic Virtues with just his opening speech. Even more so when a mini Ddraig materialized itself beneath him before letting out that roar which seemed as if it was daring any and all to challenge it's might. The real Ddraig that was also as surprised as Shuhang was. He was even blinking and rubbing his eyes a couple times to make sure he wasn't seeing things.

With great control over his body, Shuhang didn't let any of his surprise to show and resumed with his intended lecture. He did so by outlining the whole process of cultivation all the way from the 'Transcending Mortality' stage up to Eternal Being level and all of their flaws. Every words spoken by Shuhang were nothing but 'perfection' itself and to no surprise, caused a resonance of the World's Great Way. Why wouldn't it be perfect? The script he's reading was something that Shuhang had quickly compiled from the 'Library' after all.

All around Shuhang, it seemed as if the Heaven itself is playing the music while Shuhang's voice was the singing of a profound immortal. This in turn gave way to even more Karmic Virtue steadily flowing in as the many... many cultivators out there were receiving massive benefits and earning their respect and admiration.

The next few words that left Shuhang's mouth however, instantly brought everyone back down to Earth from their cloud nine. With as much seriousness and solemnity as possible, Shuhang loudly proclaimed to all under heaven to what he really thought.

"This process however... is not the correct way. It is a mistake!"

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Suddenly being woken up from their dizzy spell, the chat group exploded into a flurry of shocked conversations.

[Mad Saber Three Waves: "WTF?! Did... did senior Dragon Emperor just say that the way of cultivation that had been passed down from generations to the next since ancient times... is a mistake!? 😲❓❗ "]

[True Monarch Yellow Mountain: "This... indeed is serious proclamation. Does he really mean what he said?"]

With Three Waves as the foremost person, everyone else soon followed with their version of shocked cries.

[True Monarch White Crane: "I am unsure. For now, let's wait for our fellow daoist to expound on what he meant."]

[Venerable Seventh Path: "Agreed"]

Turning their vision back to the void, or rather Shuhang's picture, they were met with the image of him uncrossing his legs and standing tall and domineeringly on the back of his Karmic Virtue's head. With another smooth motion, Shuhang unfurled his wings which left a trail of beautiful glowing particles in its wake.

With such a beautiful sight along with Shuhang's unrestrained charm, the myriad of cultivators that were watching once more felt as if their own heart had a mind of its own and beat erratically. Beneath the ocean of unknown depth, a half Flood Dragon half fish monster cultivator stared in awe at every movement Shuhang was making. "such beautiful horns... 😍" said the monster cultivator suddenly in a beautiful voice of a maiden.

In another location within the ocean's depth, the 'Sea King' was stubbornly staring at the image of the Thousand Years' First Sage. "Some how... I feel as if this 'Dragon Emperor' will become a thorn in my side later. Why is this...?" He suddenly mumbled his thoughts aloud with a strange feeling. Beneath him, were the sight of a bunch of groveling Sea Urchin Warriors that were shaking in fear due to his sudden voice which was akin to the rumbling of thunder.

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For some unknown reason, Shuhang suddenly felt a sudden shudder as cold sweat ran down on his back. Feeling both disturbed and a trace of anticipation, Shuhang felt that it was a really strange feeling. He chose to ignore those sensations for the moment however as he still need to finish this segment up so he can finally go home. (Well then... let's make this the finale) thought Shuhang with a glint in his eyes.

"The idea of working hard just to find 'the way' of your own and finally getting a chance to fight for the 'Mandate of Heaven' is nothing short of absurd. Such a path... following what the heaven had set in stone since ages past is nothing but a mistake! Even if you in the end succeed in your endeavor, you'll become nothing but a FALSE Immortal at the end of the road."

Even if he couldn't see the reactions of every one, Shuhang could tell that what he's saying were definitely hard to accept by many if not everyone. In such a case, Shuhang definitely wouldn't be accruing Karmic Virtue any further. He didn't care however as the initial gain from his opening speech was already more than enough. Shuhang really just wanted to say this piece because it's something he truly does believe in since before he even reincarnated in this world.

"In the first place, the purpose of cultivation is defy one's mortality and the laws that were set in stone by the Heaven. So what then... would be the point of following such path so devoutly? The only true way is to carve your own path and following 'the way' that you yourself had set. This is the only True Path towards to the 'True Heaven'. And the only path to becoming a 'True Immortal' and creating your own Heaven!"

With that final piece said, Shuhang had closed his eyes signifying the conclusion of the segment. All that was left is to wait for the 'evaluation' of the segment by measuring the amount of Karmic Virtue accrued. The White Dragon within the floating 'Mysterious Island' stayed silent as it immersed itself in nostalgia due to Shuhang's words. In a realm unknown, a one-legged dragon was was sporting a pensive look in its eyes as it contemplated Shuhang's words.

Soon, the glowing seal in the sky split and condensed itself into 2 different seals. One of which was a 'Dao Seal' while another was a 'Dragon Seal'. With the seals floating towards him, Shuhang just silently stretched out his hand to grab the seals while his Ddraig clone Karmic Virtue slowly dissipated and entered his body. With that as the conclusion, Shuhang's body slowly disappeared from the Tribulation World all the while, the whole of the cultivation community were sent into a state of chaos due to Shuhang's final part of the Sermon.