Upon hearing Xiao Yun's words, everyone in the hall, including Emperor Tian and the Lord of Chaos Sanctum, trembled and looked at Xiao Yun in shock.
Even Thunder Ancestor's face was filled with astonishment as he exclaimed, "Thunder Ancestor, what are you saying? Do you realize what the status of the Son of God represents? It signifies the most powerful inheritance of our Chaos Sanctum, and grants you the utmost cultivation and resources from our sanctum."
Undying Ancestor also spoke in a deep voice, "Son of God, you better think it through. With the Son of God status, you will have access to the most abundant cultivation resources in our Chaos Sanctum. But if you give up the Son of God title, you will only become an ordinary elder disciple, with far inferior treatment."
"Son of God, you must consider this carefully and not act impulsively," the Lord of Chaos Sanctum reminded with a serious expression.
"Son of God..." Emperor Tian didn't know what to say anymore. He only wished for the Son of God to cultivate the "Chaos Scripture" and forge the Chaos Body. But giving up the Son of God status would come at a great cost.
After all, it was the position of the Son of God!
A position that countless disciples longed for!
Only a fool would give up such a status.
Xiao Yun sighed in his heart. He didn't want to give up the Son of God title either, but for the sake of those ten opportunities of enlightenment, he had no choice but to make this decision.
Thinking about it, Xiao Yun's expression became resolute as he said, "Honorable ancestors, esteemed fossilized elders, I am willing to give up the Son of God title. If I can cultivate the 'Chaos Scripture' and forge the Chaos Body, it won't take long for me to regain the Son of God status. On the contrary, if I fail to forge the Chaos Body, then I wouldn't be qualified to become the Son of God."
Everyone was shocked to hear his words.
Xiao Yun's boldness left them in awe.
To give up the position of Son of God and then reclaim it required tremendous courage and determination. It was likely that such a person couldn't be found throughout the countless realms.
Unconsciously, the ancestors in the hall, even the fossilized elders, looked at Xiao Yun with admiration and awe.
After a moment of silence, a fossilized elder spoke slowly, "Since the Son of God possesses such boldness and perseverance, how can we not fulfill your wish? We shall follow your words!"
Upon hearing this, no one opposed this time.
Soon after, one by one, the fossilized elders and ancestors sighed and turned to leave.
In the hall, only the Lord of Chaos Sanctum, Emperor Tian, and Xiao Yun remained.
The Lord of Chaos Sanctum looked at Xiao Yun with mixed emotions, then sighed softly and said, "Son... Xiao Yun, since this is your choice, we will respect it. From today onwards, you shall be the disciple of Elder Emperor Tian, and your status will be on par with those elder disciples."
"Thank you, Lord!" Xiao Yun respectfully saluted.
The Lord of Chaos Sanctum nodded and turned to leave.
"Disciple Xiao Yun pays respects to Master!" Xiao Yun then bowed respectfully to Emperor Tian.
Emperor Tian wore a bitter smile and said, "I never expected you would give up the Son of God title. It was I who caused you harm."
"Master, you need not blame yourself. It's the disciple's persistence in cultivating the 'Chaos Scripture' that led to this, and it has nothing to do with Master," Xiao Yun said solemnly.
Emperor Tian was moved by his words and then said in a deep voice, "Since that's the case, I promise you, within the remaining 100 years of my life, I will devote myself to nurturing you without reservation."
Xiao Yun was taken aback and shocked, "Master, you only have 100 years of life left?"
This was unacceptable. Xiao Yun had just become his disciple, and now he was going to die. Once he passed away, who would Xiao Yun rely on?
Regret filled Xiao Yun's heart. If he had known earlier, he wouldn't have given up the Son of God title.
Alas, this troublesome system.
"My child, you are unaware that as transcendent beings, we only have a lifespan of 1,000 years. I am already 900 years old this year, so I only have 100 years of life remaining," Emperor Tian sighed.
Xiao Yun furrowed his brows and asked, "Then, Master, how can one increase their lifespan?"
Emperor Tian shook his head and said, "Only by breaking through the realms and reaching the Celestial Realm can one extend their lifespan to 2,000 years. However, since I cultivate the 'Chaos Scripture,' every advancement is extremely difficult, so it's unlikely for me to break through to the Celestial Realm."
Xiao Yun suddenly realized and asked, "Master, I have no knowledge about cultivation. Could you please explain the different realms that cultivators go through?"
"Hehe, since I am your master, it is my duty to enlighten you about these matters. However, let us leave this place first and head to my abode," Emperor Tian said. He summoned a white cloud and carried Xiao Yun into the distance.
Along the way, Emperor Tian slowly explained, "We cultivators have a total of 14 realms, ranging from low to high: Body Refinement, Qi Gathering, Divine Bridge, Cave Realm, Spirit Invocation, Awakening, Astral Projection, Nirvana, Transcendent, Celestial, Sage, Great Sage, Quasi-Emperor, and Emperor."
Xiao Yun couldn't help but feel amazed at the number of realms. No wonder his kind master had cultivated for so many years, yet only reached the Transcendent Realm.
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The scenery inside the Chaos Sanctuary is incredibly beautiful. As a senior elder, Emperor Tian's abode is naturally breathtaking.
Here, there is a waterfall cascading down three thousand feet, and a myriad of rare birds filling the air. Mountain peaks bathe in golden sunlight, exuding an ethereal and majestic aura.
On a picturesque mountain peak with dense spiritual energy, Emperor Tian and Xiao Yun descended on a white cloud.
"Disciple, this is Emperor Peak, my cultivation abode. From now on, you will cultivate here," Emperor Tian introduced.
Xiao Yun looked ahead and saw the towering mountain peak, adorned with exquisite palaces that vividly showcased its former glory.
However, strangely enough, it seemed that there were few people inside these palaces, giving the entire mountain peak a quiet and lifeless atmosphere.
But Xiao Yun didn't inquire further; he obediently followed Emperor Tian towards the largest palace among them.
This palace, named Heaven's Hall, was the most exquisite, luxurious, and expansive palace on the mountain peak.
"This used to be where I resided. Now, I bestow it to you," Emperor Tian said as he led Xiao Yun into the grand hall.
Xiao Yun quickly spoke, "Disciple would never dare to offend!"
Emperor Tian waved his hand and smiled, "I haven't lived here for a long time. Now, I contemplate the great Dao by the riverside. This place has been vacant for a while and is suitable for your residence."
Upon hearing this, a white-haired old man approached them and respectfully bowed, "Greetings, Master, and Young Master."
Emperor Tian pointed at the white-haired old man in front and introduced him to Xiao Yun, "This is my follower. You can call him Uncle Fu. Let him familiarize you with Emperor Peak. When the starlight is abundant at night, I will impart the 'Chaos Scripture' to you and assist you on the path of cultivation."
"Yes, Master!" Xiao Yun nodded and watched as Emperor Tian leaves.