Chapter 2328 - The Truth Behind the Cataclysm of Supreme Emergence
‘Turn disaster into fortune?’ Su Yi was stunned. He couldn’t help but laugh, “And if I don’t give it to you?”
The old man slowly rose to his feet, then gazed into the bustling streets in the distance. He said softly, “As I’m sure you’ve noticed, this is a mundane realm. Anyone who comes here will become a mortal without a cultivation base.”
He looked at Su Yi. “But I... am the only exception.
“Over the years, a few fearless Master Gods have entered this place. They too became mortals, but they were unwilling to accept the reality of the situation. In the end...
“I crushed them like ants.” The old man smiled. “I still remember the astonishment, horror, and despair on their faces. It was quite interesting! But you’re a clever fellow. I’m sure you don’t want to experience that for yourself.”
Had a Master God heard that after being reduced to a mortal, he’d have been filled with terror and unease.
But not Su Yi. He said with great interest, “Does that mean that they didn’t recover their cultivation bases even in the moments before their deaths?”
“That’s right,” the old man said warmly. “This isn’t a world of illusions, nor an art of deception. This is a true mundane world, and those with cultivation bases are not permitted here. Even Nine-Tribulation Master Gods will be reduced to mere mortals upon entering this place.”
“It seems the Laws of this world are quite extraordinary,” Su Yi said thoughtfully.
“It’s true,” the old man said approvingly. “You’re perceptive indeed, Fellow Daoist. Since you understand the situation, I’m sure you know what you should do next.”
Su Yi smiled and nodded. “In light of the fact that you refrained from attacking me immediately, I’ll give you an opportunity. Give me your scroll, and I won’t make trouble for you.”
The old man was gobsmacked, and his smile rapidly faded. He sighed, “I warned you out of the goodness of my heart, but you don’t know what’s good for you. It’s truly disa—”