activa-t Chapter 189 is over; the protagonist is cornered by the Star God.
Chapter 189 is over; the protagonist is cornered by the Star God.
joke!
Could it be that I'm going to run into the Star God as soon as I arrive?
A prophecy!
Li Muyang never imagined that a Star God would be so ruthless! They ambushed and intercepted him halfway down the road! They completely changed Li Muyang's original destination! They grabbed him directly from the space-time rift!
Trying to deceive, trying to ambush! Is this acceptable for a man in his twenties? This is not good.
Poor protagonist, utterly powerless to resist, found himself before a colossal and magnificent being in the blink of an eye! A gigantic dragon head stared straight at him.
Li Muyang broke out in a cold sweat.
What the hell!
Didn't this guy die?
Even though he didn't know what the person looked like, Li Muyang knew their identity the moment he saw them!
This is also one of the powers of the Star God.
"Oh, I haven't fallen yet."
The enormous dragon head seemed to see through... no, it saw through Li Muyang's thoughts, and calmly replied, "I pulled you here from the river of time, and at this point in time, I have not yet perished."
Li Muyang (；?＿?): Brother, are you seriously ill?! You've already perished! Why did you pull me back from the river of time? The problem is! How did you know I traveled to this point in time?
The colossal dragon head remained calm: "I sensed the possibility of my impending demise, so I explored the River of Time, seeking a solution. Unfortunately, though I am the embodiment of 'immortality,' I have not yet fully grasped 'immortality.' Therefore, I can only seek out anomalies to defy my predetermined fate."
In layman's terms, the star god realized he was about to die for no apparent reason, so he searched the river of time to find a solution. However, he couldn't find the reason for his demise, let alone a solution. Therefore, the star god sought other methods.
By a twist of fate, He discovered Li Muyang, who was traversing the world barrier. Thinking that this being from another world might have a solution, or perhaps could break His own destiny of destruction, the Star God simply and directly pulled Li Muyang from the future into the present.
Li Muyang ψ(｀?′)ψ: I knew you were suffering from some serious illness!
The Immortal Star God—Dragon!
Looking at the huge thing in front of him, the unlucky Li Muyang didn't know what to say!
"May I ask, why do you believe I'm capable of solving your problems?" Li Muyang asked, half-laughing, half-crying. You tell me! I'll change it right now! Immediately! Right now!
Long glanced at Li Muyang leisurely and said, "The aura on your body may have some connection with mine."
Li Muyang blinked blankly, not understanding for a moment what the dragon meant, what connection it had with you... wait!
Suddenly, something occurred to me!
It seems to be said that the existence of the "Immortal" Star Dragon is extremely ancient, so ancient that the dragon was already roaming in the chaos before the formation of the Collapse Iron Universe!
In other words, it seems that the dragon, which originally lived in chaos, could actually be connected to Li Muyang.
Hey!
Li Muyang almost cursed. So that's where they were waiting for him!
Judging from Li Muyang's reaction, the dragon knew that the creature in front of it had figured out that it had made contact with him. Although it felt that the kid in front of it was still very weak, the dragon saw Li Muyang, who had traveled from another world, at a glance and treated him differently!
For some reason, the dragon had a feeling that perhaps this creature before him could bring him true "immortality".
The reason for this might be that the dragon sensed a power in Li Muyang that it had not seen for a long time.
Since the formation of the world, the dragon has become "immortal" and has been trapped in the world. It can no longer see the chaotic scene or obtain the power of chaos. Suddenly seeing a creature that is weak but has mastered the power of chaos, the dragon was a little excited... Well, don't be fooled by the dragon's calm appearance. In fact, it is quite happy in its heart!
Having once wielded the power of chaos, the dragon was well aware of it. For ordinary beings, it was deadly poison. Even among its fellow beings, other star gods, few could survive in chaos for an extended period.
The reason for this is that chaos is too dangerous!
Even a star god, if left in chaos for too long, would probably become muddled and confused! In the end, they would either be assimilated by chaos or actively take control of its power.
The problem is that the Star Gods of the Collapse Iron Universe derive their power almost entirely from within the world. If they were to enter the Chaos, they might not still be Star Gods. Therefore, they would most likely be assimilated, and very few Star Gods would be able to escape unscathed.
Because the dragon itself was in that state back then, spending most of its time in a daze, until the world evolved and it gradually developed a more independent personality.
Chaos is enough to create all things in the world, and it is also enough to destroy everything in the world!
Yet, this seemingly weak being has mastered the power of chaos! He hasn't been greatly affected yet! Both his state of mind and his physical condition appear normal, which is why the dragon couldn't resist bringing Li Muyang here!
Staring at Li Muyang, Long spoke again, but this time it was a question.
The Star God asked a tiny ant.
"In your opinion, what is the meaning of 'existence'? And what is true 'immortality'?"
Li Muyang was startled by the dragon's question, but he quickly calmed down. After all, he was already here, and it seemed that the Immortal Star God had no intention of attacking him.
Isn't it just talking about philosophy?
Wasn't this the very reason I came here?
Let's give it a try!
"In your opinion, is the meaning of existence simply immortality?" Li Muyang adjusted his mindset and calmly asked in return.
Before Long could answer, Li Muyang asked and answered himself: "That statement is correct, but not absolute. I am more inclined to believe that only we ourselves know what we truly want in our hearts!"
The dragon listened quietly.
Seeing this, Li Muyang released him:
"The sun and moon revolve, and the world is ever-changing."
In a constantly changing universe, immutability is meaningless.
Only by deeply understanding all things and becoming one with the profound Tao can one truly attain enlightenment.
Only then can one attain eternity, merge into the stars, and exist alongside them.
At this point, Li Muyang turned to the Immortal and asked with a light laugh, "What is the 'Dao'?"
In an instant, Li Muyang's expression changed! He felt an invisible pressure coming from him! If he were still in the state before his Golden Core was fully formed, he would probably have been killed by the backlash! Fortunately, the moment he sensed the danger, Li Muyang activated his Invulnerability to All Laws and Chaos Protection, thus escaping a calamity!
Realizing that Li Muyang had almost suffered a backlash, the dragon simultaneously exhaled a breath of pure air, shielding Li Muyang within it, and explained, "I apologize, I almost forgot. You beings who ask questions of the Star God must pay a price. It was my carelessness..."
At the same time, He was also a little surprised. He had originally prepared to reverse time and resurrect Li Muyang, but unexpectedly, He managed to hold on through His own means! Based on this alone, Li Muyang has probably already reached an achievement worthy of being called a Commander!
The unexpected turn of events did not affect Li Muyang's reasoning, and he continued, "You haven't answered... or rather, you're still thinking about my question."
The dragon did not answer; just as Li Muyang said, it only needed to think.
What is one's own "Tao"?
What is the meaning of "existence"? Or rather, "immortality"?
It was in the process of searching for the meaning of existence that I came to understand the immortal "Tao," which is why I have become the immortal star god I am today.
There was no need for the dragon's answer, or rather, Li Muyang had already guessed its answer.
"The Tao is formless, without substance, without name, and without appearance. It is the origin and foundation of all existence. Since we are pursuing the Tao, we should follow the Tao of nature, which means pursuing inner balance and harmony. The focus of personal cultivation is to cultivate one's inner self, unleash one's potential, transcend one's limitations, and achieve self-improvement and enhancement."
Long stared at Li Muyang in silence for a long time before slowly asking, "Do you mean that I should calmly face my fate of demise?"
"Of course not!" Li Muyang immediately denied it: "When faced with the reality of death, very few people can truly accept it. I haven't lived enough yet, so how could I possibly advise others to face it calmly? Do not do to others what you would not have them do to you!"
Do you believe in fate? I don't really.
"Fate, fate, destiny is predetermined by heaven, but fortune can be changed."
"I think you definitely don't believe in fate either, otherwise you wouldn't have pulled me along, right?"
Long watched quietly as Li Muyang made his remarks.
"Returning to your initial question, my answer is that the meaning of existence lies in the immortality of the spirit!" Li Muyang stated frankly, "It lies in realizing self-worth! In creativity! In passing on traditions!"
"Greatness is great because it realizes the value that greatness should have, creating great material or spiritual achievements! Ensuring that the spirit lives on forever! Through our actions and thoughts, we can influence and shape others! Leaving an even more lasting impact!"
"The meaning of existence lies in how we achieve personal immortality through creativity, spiritual inheritance, and the maintenance of our spiritual world! These constitute the profound value of our lives, allowing us to leave a lasting mark on the material world! Isn't this immortality? Even if the world is destroyed! Even if the cycle of reincarnation restarts! As long as there is still one being that carries on our spirit, we are immortal! We will live on forever!"
Even though the dragon still didn't show any reaction, Li Muyang could clearly sense that the dragon had changed!
His aura has changed!
Looks like the scam was successful!
Cough!
The prestige vanished instantly.
Well, these are my honest thoughts.
To be honest, Li Muyang would love to die a glorious death! A death as weighty as Mount Tai! A death that everyone will remember! Such an opportunity is not something everyone gets to experience, is it? I believe there are actually quite a few people in China with this martyr's mentality! It's just that Li Muyang, having undergone mental cultivation, is probably better able to align his thoughts with his actions!