Chapter 1142: Thirty Thousand Years Later
True Saint Taiyuan spoke with utmost courtesy and sincerity, not forcing Wu Yuan's hand in any way.
Yet Wu Yuan could sense the deep yearning behind True Saint Taiyuan's words–he desperately hoped for Wu Yuan to assist Saint Shen Shui.
Wu Yuan understood the reason–the relationship between Saint Shen Shui and True Saint Taiyuan was likely similar to Wu Yuan’s bond with Sovereign Bei You.
This was evident from Saint Shen Shui's lofty status within the Taiyuan Saint Realm alone. And those Scorched Tribulation Grounds likely held a rare opportunity for Saint Shen Shui's advancement.
Cultivated for over a hundred samsara cycles of heaven and earth? Saint Shen Shui is truly ancient. Wu Yuan mused inwardly.
Only a few hundred samsara cycles of heaven and earth had passed from the Primordial Era until now. Though those who underwent transcendence were eternal, time possessed remarkable power. Eternity was what countless beings tirelessly pursued, yet eternity, in a sense, could also be a form of torment.
The vast majority of eternal powerhouses, unable to endure the boredom of endless ages, would venture out to explore and seek adventure time and again. Occasionally, they might encounter great danger that could threaten their true selves, like Saint Zhu Mu.
At times, certain opportunities required the true self to brave dangers personally, greatly increasing the risk of death, as with Saint Shen Shui's desire to enter the Scorched Tribulation Grounds.
For these many reasons, numerous eternal powerhouses would ultimately fall. Only those of sufficient strength could endure, such as the Dao Zenithels. In the vast cosmic sea, very few things or beings could threaten them. Their self-created Daos were mighty enough to fortify their spirits and wills, making them far less susceptible to external influences.
Therefore, barring some especially cautious figures, most Perennials and Saints found it extremely difficult to survive through a hundred samsara cycles of heaven and earth.
But what if one were too cautious?
The heart changes. Actions influence thoughts. Constantly seeking stability and safety is an extreme that will naturally erode one's drive to advance. Wu Yuan clearly understood this point.