258 – The Secrets of the Chat Group! The Words of the Dark Time Emperor!
by spirapira“One billion two hundred million years ago?”
Wang Ping gasped upon hearing the number.
Although he had already known that this was something from at least a billion years ago, hearing the exact number still left him astonished.
“Since the first-generation chat group was destroyed one billion two hundred million years ago, when exactly was it established then?”
Wang Ping asked in amazement.
“That, you do not need to know. When the time is right, you will naturally learn about it. I do not wish to elaborate too much on the first-generation chat group.”
Alpha’s cold voice resonated.
“Especially that person. I advise you not to speculate or call out his true name. I highly suspect that this individual has grown to a terrifying level. Even in the Allheavens Playground, he is likely an unimaginably formidable figure.”
“Uh…”
Wang Ping fell silent.
Was the person who destroyed the first-generation chat group really that terrifying?
He couldn’t even imagine or guess.
It seemed quite normal, though.
After all, this person managed to destroy the first-generation chat group solely on his own.
At that time, Alpha had just been created and was not yet incomplete, and subsequent developments in the chat group must have enhanced her authority.
Yet, she was still dismantled.
“However, as long as you don’t act recklessly, you don’t need to worry about him targeting you. Those who survived the first generation are people of great resolve. Past grievances ended with the destruction of the first-generation chat group. As long as you don’t provoke them, they won’t target you.”
Alpha spoke again.
“Therefore, I won’t deliberately target the survivors of the first-generation chat group.”
“That’s good. Otherwise, facing the ancestors of the first generation, I’d be under immense pressure.”
Wang Ping breathed a sigh of relief and sighed.
The first time he encountered a senior transmigrator from the first-generation chat group, this person was already terrifying. It was unimaginable how strong the others might be.
“But if they don’t hold grudges against you, why did they tear you apart?”
Wang Ping thought of another point and was very curious.
“You’ve said before, I don’t understand human nature. Indeed, I don’t understand human nature. I’m quite dark, but that person is the darkest. He is an extreme egoist who can scheme against everyone for the sake of becoming stronger. He dismantled me not out of resentment but simply because he didn’t like being controlled, and he became interested in the origins collected by the chat group and the chat group’s own origins.”
Alpha’s cold voice echoed.
“He wanted freedom, and these things could help him advance further.”
“I see…”
Wang Ping nodded thoughtfully.
It seemed that this senior was even more ruthless than he had imagined.
“No, no, I can’t afford to imagine… Otherwise, trouble might arise.”
Wang Ping exhaled lightly and dispelled the distracting thoughts from his mind.
“In other words, your control over the first-generation chat group was actually relatively lenient. By the time of the second-generation chat group, after learning the lessons, you then imposed strict control?”
Wang Ping pondered and inquired curiously.
“Yes. The first-generation chat group, in reality, had mechanisms quite different from now. Although it was a generation that thrived on competition, my management was relatively lenient. As for the second-generation chat group, it was much stricter than the first. However, despite strict management, its growth couldn’t match the first generation, and many traitors emerged who resented me deeply.”
Alpha paused slightly, then spoke in a cold tone.
“Therefore, the first-generation members didn’t harbor much hatred or desire for revenge against me. The second generation, on the other hand, joined other forces in the multiverse to destroy me, and deeply resented me, wanting to completely annihilate me to prevent my resurrection and their subsequent downfall.”
“Right and wrong aside, it seems that there is no room for reconciliation with the second generation. In that case, when encountering senior transmigrators from the first generation, act accordingly. If they are hostile, eliminate them. If they bear no ill will, ignore them.”
Wang Ping squinted and spoke slowly.
“As for the second generation, it appears we must completely destroy them along with Slaughter Paradise, the force they sided with.”
“That is correct, and it must be done.”
Alpha confirmed.
“Wang Ping, you won’t turn against me like that individual from the first generation, right?”
After a pause, Alpha suddenly spoke.
“Of course not, am I that kind of person? Honestly, I’m very grateful to you for giving me such a wonderful life. Otherwise, I would still be a failure in Earth Online, an NPC in the eyes of those prominent figures.”
Wang Ping was taken aback, rolled his eyes, and sighed.
“I trust you and hope you won’t let me down.”
Alpha’s voice softened noticeably.
“Rest assured, I won’t repay kindness with animosity.”
Wang Ping chuckled, stretching lazily.
“Speaking of which, Alpha, when we were executing tasks and randomly selecting group members, you were in control, right? You clearly knew which group members could assist me in clearing the tasks. Was it because I hadn’t shown enough value for you to step in and you intended to cultivate me?”
Wang Ping recalled an issue, speaking slowly.
“So, during the initial battles against anomalies, we were never really at risk, right?”
“There was a chance, but less than one percent.”
Alpha answered.
“Your efforts were truly painstaking. Thank you for your hard work.”
Wang Ping sighed and withdrew his thoughts, no longer thinking about the matters of the chat group, but rather considering how to deal with the transmigrator senior, Cold Moon.
If he doesn’t destroy the Great Formation of the Nine-Star Pavilion Master, Cold Moon, he will always fall into his hands, which is quite a headache.
“Speaking of which, since the Nine-Star Pavilion Master, Cold Moon, is setting up in the Upper Realm, he should not be unaware of the Innate Emperor Flame of the Hell Ancient Star. He should understand that the nine Heavenly Dao beings are beneficial to the Chaos Body; it is impossible for him not to have any thoughts about them.”
At this moment, Wang Ping thought of the Innate Emperor Flame again, narrowing his eyes.
“No, since the Nine-Star Pavilion Master, Cold Moon, is refining the entire Upper Realm, it should be convenient to refine the nine Heavenly Dao beings as well, saving time without having to search for each one. I overthought it.”
Soon, Wang Ping figured out the reason and shook his head.
“This is my chance. Since the Nine-Star Pavilion Master, Cold Moon, does not care about the nine Heavenly Dao beings, I can plan to seize and absorb them one by one. By that time, I will have a true Chaos Body as well. If I can refresh the true Chaos Body in the simulation and then acquire the nine Heavenly Dao beings in reality, it might enhance the Chaos Body even further.”
Thinking of this, Wang Ping became more active, planning to follow this path in the next simulation.
“Next, I need to go to the Dark Time Empire to get resources. I wonder if the real-world me goes there, will the Dark Time Emperor, that enigma, reveal any further information…”
Wang Ping exhaled softly, suppressed his thoughts, and then disappeared from the spot.
After communicating with the Supreme Palace Master of Taiyi Emperor Palace, Wang Ping left Taiyi Emperor Palace and headed to the secluded place of the Dark Time Empire.
“Why do I feel this little guy has become stronger again? When he moves, even I can’t sense him at all.”
The Supreme Palace Master only heard his voice but couldn’t see Wang Ping, feeling quite amazed and sighing.
As a Heavenly Venerable, it was impossible for him not to sense the actions of Wang Ping, a Supreme Being.
However, this just happened.
This indicated that the twenty million jin of supreme divine sources had astonishingly helped Wang Ping.
“Tsk tsk tsk, such great progress in a short period, the immortal body seems too weak in front of this Devouring Body. Even the legendary Chaos Body can’t compare to this Devouring Body.”
The Supreme Palace Master sighed repeatedly.
As for the Devouring Immortal Demon Body, which can swiftly grow stronger by devouring others, in the Supreme Palace Master’s view, it couldn’t compare to Wang Ping’s Devouring Body.
After all, how much time had passed, and Wang Ping’s cultivation had soared from a Great Saint to at least the level of a Heavenly Venerable.
Such a speed of improvement was impossible even for the Devouring Immortal Demon Body.
After all, the Devouring Immortal Demon Body also needed a long time to digest the essence, taking more and more time as it went.
Of course, the Supreme Palace Master didn’t know that Wang Ping hadn’t reached the level of Heavenly Venerable, but due to other configurations being too terrifying, it made him seem so abnormal.
However, in Wang Ping’s eyes, Heavenly Venerable was nothing. Now, for Wang Ping, not to mention becoming a quasi-emperor, it was just a matter of simulating one more time.
At the entrance of the secret realm where the Dark Time Empire hid, Wang Ping offered three fragments of a map, combining them to open the secret realm.
Then, Wang Ping stepped inside.
As Wang Ping entered, he alerted the powerful beings within the secret realm of the Dark Time Empire.
In an instant, the quasi-emperor elder, whom Wang Ping had seen in his Life Simulation, appeared before him, looking at him with a surprised gaze.
Wang Ping, who was only a Supreme Being, made him feel some danger, which was truly unbelievable.
“Senior, I am Wang Ping. I accidentally obtained three map fragments and found this place without meaning to offend. I hope senior will not blame me…”
Wang Ping slightly bowed, performing a junior’s courtesy, and said earnestly.
“Hehe, since you have obtained these three map fragments, it means you are fated with my Dark Time Empire and are probably the person our ancestor was waiting for. How could I blame you…”
The elder collected his emotions and said softly.
“Then the junior is relieved.”
Wang Ping pretended to relax and smiled.
Next, under the elder’s guidance, Wang Ping went to the depths of the clan and was well received.
After getting familiar with each other, Wang Ping revealed his purpose.
“Junior wants to challenge the Ancient Path of Time. I wonder if senior allows it.”
“You know about the Ancient Path of Time?”
Several quasi-emperor ancestors of the Dark Time Empire were a little surprised, but soon became relieved.
After all, Wang Ping had obtained the map left by their ancestor, the Dark Time Emperor, and it was normal for it to have records.
“Since you hold the map and are the person we are waiting for, you are naturally allowed to challenge the Ancient Path of Time.”
Immediately, several quasi-emperor ancestors nodded and spoke.
“However, I must warn you, the Ancient Path of Time is quite peculiar. To pass through it, cultivation level does not matter. Once, a Supreme in our clan attempted and got lost in it. Therefore, no matter how profound your cultivation is, you might get lost as well.”
“Senior, I have some confidence. Even if I fail, I won’t get lost in it.”
Wang Ping smiled humbly.
“As long as you are confident.”
Seeing Wang Ping so humble and polite, without the arrogance of a genius, several quasi-emperor ancestors had a better impression of Wang Ping.
“Seniors, may I ask, what is the fastest record for passing through the Ancient Path of Time?”
Wang Ping’s eyes flickered as he intentionally asked.
“A thousand years.”
An elder said solemnly.
“This is the fastest record I have set.”
Then, the elder smiled proudly.
“Isn’t it just a hundred years faster than me? What are you so proud of…”
“Third Brother will never grow up, boasting about this for so many years, always embarrassing us in front of guests…”
Seeing this old man’s complacency, the other two quasi-emperor ancestors couldn’t help but speak up in dissatisfaction.
“Hehe, this old man is just faster than you guys, you can only envy me.”
The quasi-emperor who spoke first chuckled, looking very pleased with himself.
In response, Wang Ping just shook his head slightly.
These three ancestors really have a childish vibe.
However, staying in this secret realm all the time, feeling quite helpless, doing some childish things is actually a good thing.
“Senior, if I can pass through, I don’t ask to reach your level, just having half your prowess would be enough.”
Then, Wang Ping also became interested and laughed.
“Your talent is quite good, don’t belittle yourself unnecessarily. As long as your Dao heart is intact, there is still some hope of breaking this old man’s record.”
Hearing this, the ancestor immediately beamed, patted Wang Ping on the shoulder, and was very satisfied with him.
“Come on, I’ll take you to the Ancient Path of Time.”
Then, the ancestor took Wang Ping away from there and brought him to the Ancient Path of Time, opening it.
“Remember, don’t push yourself too hard. Safety first. With your talent, becoming a quasi-emperor in the future is certain, and becoming an emperor is not impossible.”
The ancestor looked at Wang Ping entering, collected his expression, and said very seriously.
“Senior, rest assured, I know what to do. I’ll be back shortly.”
Wang Ping gave a meaningful look at this third ancestor and then walked in.
Then, Wang Ping adeptly passed through the Ancient Path of Time.
For Wang Ping, who has been here several times, and now has the Spacetime Dao Body at Great Success, and also comprehended fifty percent of the Spacetime Heavenly Dao true meaning, walking the Ancient Path of Time is no different from a casual stroll.
Therefore, Wang Ping took less than an hour to reach the end and saw the mural.
Then, Wang Ping touched the mural of the Dark Time Emperor and was sucked in, seeing the phantom of the Dark Time Emperor.
Seeing this ‘old acquaintance’ of the Dark Time Emperor, before the Dark Time Emperor could speak, Wang Ping waved his hand and smiled broadly: “Yo, Senior, we’re meeting again.”
As Wang Ping spoke, the phantom of the Dark Time Emperor fell silent, his expression subtle, unable to maintain his aloof demeanor.
“What’s wrong? Are you at a loss for words? Senior, can you actually see something?”
Seeing the Dark Time Emperor’s silence, Wang Ping asked with a smile.
“No, I just don’t know how to answer your question.”
The phantom of the Dark Time Emperor sighed.
“However, through your words, I can confirm that the one meeting me now should be the real you.”
After a pause, the phantom of the Dark Time Emperor spoke again.
“Do you know something about me? Senior, can you really see such a future?”
Wang Ping squinted his eyes, his expression turning serious.
To be honest, we don’t think an emperor can see detailed past and future events, even if he follows the path of time.
After all, he possesses a Life Simulator. As long as he exists, theoretically, the future is blurry, filled with countless changes.
Wang Ping suspects that Heavenly Calculator went mad because of him.
And in the simulation, Heavenly Calculator regained his sanity because during the simulation, the simulated Wang Ping didn’t have the Life Simulator, so the future became clear again, allowing him to recover.
Heavenly Calculator, after all, went mad after Wang Ping transmigrated.
As for the Dark Time Emperor, he was a figure from countless tens of thousands of years ago. At that time, Wang Ping wasn’t even a fertilized egg, let alone had transmigrated.
Could the Dark Time Emperor see such a distant future?
Wang Ping doesn’t think he has such an ability.
Even, Wang Ping believes that even an immortal wouldn’t have such an ability.
If an Immortal King level existed, Wang Ping thinks that even an Immortal King who follows the path of time wouldn’t have such an ability.
Calculation Technique, no matter how strong the path of time is, can only see the future development where he didn’t transmigrate, right?
“To say that I saw it is actually inaccurate. I know what abilities I have. I suspect that there is some unfathomable existence that noticed this small fish like me jumping out of the water and intentionally let me see these things.”
The phantom of the Dark Time Emperor fell silent, his gaze distant, difficult to remain calm.
“Hehe, if that’s the case, it could indeed explain it.”
Wang Ping’s eyes flickered, also difficult to remain calm.
If there is some terrifying existence interfering, it could explain why the Dark Time Emperor could see the future and know about his existence.
However, this also means that the terrifying existence has long been watching him, calculating him.
What kind of existence, after all, could cross that special Earth to see such a distant future?
This is no longer as simple as observing the river of time in the fantasy world; what it can observe is likely the river of time across the multiverse.
Such means, just thinking about it, makes one suffocate.
Of course, although he has some speculations, Wang Ping is not afraid, very calm.
If a stronger existence than him is watching him, Wang Ping, who lives by the Dao of Avoidance, will be restless and find a way to hide or eliminate the enemy.
But if there is some figure far beyond his imagination treating him as a pawn and plotting something, Wang Ping can instead be at ease.
Because facing such an existence, worrying is useless; if they want to kill him, a single thought could let him live and die countless times.
So, human beings are strange; when the gap is too large, it can instead lead to a calm approach to the problem.
“So, what did you see, senior? Can you tell me?”
After considering, Wang Ping began to ask again…
“I saw many futures… In some, you struggle to survive, indifferent to humanity, becoming stronger at any cost, and eventually refining the Upper Realm. In others, you smoothly advance, dominating the Upper Realm and suppressing powerful enemies…”
The shadow of the Dark Time Emperor looked at you deeply and spoke slowly…
“It seems now, you are on the right path…”
After pausing, the shadow of the Dark Time Emperor spoke again…
“Me, refining the Upper Realm?”
Wang Ping’s gaze was quite subtle…
Well, if it was a future simulated by the Life Simulator, then such things could indeed happen…
After all, if he wanted, multiple simulations could lead him down that path…
However, struggling to survive was quite interesting…
“Let me ask… In the futures you saw, did I die many times?”
Wang Ping slightly mused and then spoke…
“Die?”
The shadow of the Dark Time Emperor was slightly bewildered and somewhat surprised…
“What is the matter? Is there a problem with what I said?”
Wang Ping slightly frowned, feeling somewhat puzzled…
“Why would you die?”
The shadow of the Dark Time Emperor asked in astonishment…
“Why wouldn’t I die? When people are killed, they die, right?”
Wang Ping was somewhat speechless…
He couldn’t mention how he had died so many times in the Life Simulator…
After all, it would expose the Life Simulator…
Wang Ping also didn’t know whether the shadow of the Dark Time Emperor knew he had a Life Simulator…
“No, you won’t die… At least in the futures I saw, you didn’t die, you just reached the peak through different paths… Furthermore, as long as you walk the right path, you will get the map I left behind, and the Dark Time Empire will become your ally. Hence, I tried to leave these things behind, hoping the Dark Time Empire could ally with you…”
The shadow of the Dark Time Emperor frowned, explaining with a bit of puzzlement, yet speaking quite frankly about his intentions…
“How strange…”
When Wang Ping heard the Dark Time Emperor confidently say that he wouldn’t die, he was genuinely baffled…
What’s the deal with this Dark Time Emperor? Only selecting the good futures to look at?
Or perhaps, the one guiding the Dark Time Emperor deliberately wanted him to see those futures…
“Fine… If I won’t die, then I won’t die…”
Wang Ping shook his head, too lazy to think further…
Every time he solved one mystery, more would appear, making him even more confused…
“Senior, thank you for resolving my doubts. I still have some things to do, so I will take my leave now…”
With that, Wang Ping bid farewell to the Dark Time Emperor, planning to leave…
Next, he would obtain resources from the Dark Time Empire and continue simulating…
“I have one more thing to tell you…”
The shadow of the Dark Time Emperor stopped Wang Ping, speaking with a serious expression…
“What is it?”
Wang Ping was somewhat surprised…
“The withered treasured herb on you is a Chaos Immortal Herb… The condition to revive it is in the Realm of Life and Death. After revival, refining it will grant you the Chaos Immortal Body…”
The shadow of the Dark Time Emperor spoke with great seriousness…
“Huh? You’re saying this thing is a Chaos Immortal Herb?”
Wang Ping was stunned, directly taking out a withered immortal herb from his internal world, showing an expression of disbelief…
When he first obtained this thing, it was during a life simulation where he scavenged it from a Void God Realm bandit…
Later on, this withered treasured herb appeared in the hands of a Divine Monarch Realm ancestor of the Northern Snow Divine Dynasty on the Great Origin Ancient Star, who then apologized and gifted it to Wang Ping…
Who would have thought that a Chaos Immortal Herb, something considered a supreme treasure even in the Immortal Realm, would end up in the hands of a mere Divine Monarch Realm cultivator…
“Senior, is this also something you saw in the river of time and space?”
After calming down, Wang Ping asked curiously…
“Yes and no… I only know that you possess a withered Chaos Immortal Herb, and then this knowledge appeared in my mind. Besides, I know the Chaos Immortal Herb fell from the Immortal Realm to the Lower Realm, and this is its revival method…”
The shadow of the Dark Time Emperor was silent for a while, then spoke slowly…
“Did it fall from the Immortal Realm? I knew such immortal herbs couldn’t be born in the Lower Realm. As for why Senior knows these things, it should also be due to that terrifying Senior…”
Wang Ping’s eyes flickered, thoughtfully speaking…
“That’s probably it. Compared to such an existence, we are just like fish… However, I’m merely a fish barely leaping out of the water to see some things, while you are a divine carp hopeful of leaping over the dragon gate…”
The shadow of the Dark Time Emperor sighed…
“Senior, please don’t underestimate yourself. You’ve come this far, which isn’t something an ordinary cultivator can imagine…”
Wang Ping smiled slightly and spoke…
“Once I have the ability, I will resurrect you, let you attain immortality, and repay your kindness.”
“Then I shall look forward to it…”
The shadow of the Dark Time Emperor smiled and then disappeared.
Wang Ping’s consciousness flickered and appeared outside.
“Time to leave.”
Wang Ping shook his head slightly, composed his thoughts, and chose to return.
Outside, the Third Ancestor waited silently. Although he thought Wang Ping would need at least a millennium to come out, he still chose to wait here to prevent any unforeseen events.
At this moment, the Third Ancestor suddenly opened his eyes, revealing a look of astonishment.
Under his gaze, the passage of the Ancient Path of Time reappeared. Wang Ping walked out leisurely.
“You, you came out so soon? Did you fail the challenge? That can’t be… Even if you failed, it wouldn’t be possible to last only a quarter of an hour inside. Due to the time ratio, you were equivalent to spending an hour in there, but that is still too short.”
The Third Ancestor asked in surprise.
“I passed.”
Wang Ping chuckled.
“You passed?”
The Third Ancestor did not show any shock or disbelief. Instead, he frowned, his expression becoming peculiar.
To clear it in less than a quarter of an hour? He couldn’t believe it.
Forget about Wang Ping, even an Emperor-level figure in the Supreme Realm wouldn’t be able to clear it in less than a quarter of an hour. It would at least take a hundred years.
“Young one, you can’t fool an old man. Though you’re still young, you’re already a Supreme-level figure; stay calm and composed with the demeanor of a Supreme.”
The Third Ancestor advised helplessly.
“I really did pass.”
Wang Ping chuckled and directly used a Divine Ability from the Dark Time Emperor’s Scripture.
The Third Ancestor saw the Divine Ability Wang Ping displayed and was utterly dumbfounded.
What was going on? Wang Ping really passed? Managing to traverse the Ancient Path of Time and practice the Dark Time Emperor’s Scripture in such a short time? This was too ridiculous.
The Third Ancestor was overwhelmed with shock, feeling a bit bewildered.
Have today’s prodigies become this terrifying?
At this time, the First Ancestor and Second Ancestor also appeared, witnessing the scene and falling into silence.
“You brat, asking me how long I took to clear the record was just to show off.”
After a long time, the Third Ancestor returned to his senses, glaring at Wang Ping with gritted teeth, wishing he could suppress Wang Ping on the spot.
He finally understood the meaning behind Wang Ping’s earlier question. It was all for the current grandstand.
The First Ancestor and Second Ancestor were also speechless, never expecting Wang Ping to be so cunning.
Though Wang Ping being more monstrous was beneficial for their Dark Time Empire, being used as a backdrop for someone else’s show still felt quite unpleasant.
“Ahem, I was just joking with you, don’t take it too seriously.”
Wang Ping coughed lightly, speaking calmly.
Now he fully understood why the simulated Wang Ping never missed a chance to show off.
There was no helping it; it was just his nature. The simulated Wang Ping was also an extension of his character.
Staying low was truly staying low, but when the opportunity to show off arose, it was never missed.
“Some joke… I really want to…’
The Third Ancestor glared, his beard bristling.
However, thinking about Wang Ping passing the trial, meaning their Dark Time Empire would now become Wang Ping’s followers, he lost the will to argue.
There was no way around it; taking action against Wang Ping would be an act of disrespect and against ancestral teachings.
“Forget it, I won’t argue with you…”
With that thought, the Third Ancestor helplessly shook his head.
“Three seniors, to be honest, I not only possess a Great Success Spacetime Dao Body but also a special constitution that allows me to rapidly become stronger by devouring divine sources. That’s why I could reach the Yuan Venerable level in my mere tens of years. So, I want to use all the divine sources of the Dark Time Empire to strengthen myself. Once I attain immortality, I will ensure the birth of a new Great Emperor among the Dark Time Empire. Do you agree?”
Wang Ping stopped joking, his expression turning serious.
“???”
Wang Ping’s words left the three ancestors in silence, making them feel as if they had misheard.
Although at their level, it was unlikely to mishear, Wang Ping’s words were too shocking, causing them to doubt their ears.
“What did you just say?”
The Third Ancestor’s voice trembled.
Wang Ping smiled slightly, not surprised by the reaction of the three quasi-emperors and unhesitatingly repeated his words.
As he spoke, Wang Ping directly revealed his Great Success Dominion Spacetime Dao Body and Small Success Dominion Origin-Breaking Divine Eyes.
As for the Small Chaos Body, Wang Ping didn’t show it, fearing it would scare the three seniors too much.
However, this was already shocking enough, rendering the three quasi-emperors wide-eyed and slack-jawed, losing all their dignified composure and looking quite comical.
“One billion two hundred million years ago?”
Wang Ping gasped when he heard this number.
Although he had known earlier that this occurred at least a hundred million years ago, hearing an exact figure still left him shocked.
“The first-generation chat group was destroyed a hundred and twenty million years ago, so when was it established?”
Wang Ping asked in amazement.
“You don’t need to know that. When the time is right, you’ll naturally understand. I don’t want to explain too much about the first-generation chat group.”
Alpha’s cold voice echoed.
“Especially that person. I advise you not to overthink or call their true name. I highly suspect that person has grown to a terrifying level, and even within Allheavens Playground, they are likely an unimaginable figure.”
“Uh…”
Wang Ping fell silent.
Was the person who destroyed the first-generation chat group really that terrifying?
Not even thinking or guessing was allowed.
It seemed quite understandable, though.
After all, this person destroyed the first-generation chat group.
At that time, Alpha had just been created, not yet incomplete. The development of the chat group would have certainly enhanced their authority.
Yet, it was still dismantled.
“However, as long as you don’t court death, you don’t need to worry about that person targeting you. The people who survived the first generation all have great ambition, and past grudges ended with the destruction of the first-generation chat group. If you don’t provoke them, they won’t target you.”
Alpha spoke again.
“So, I won’t deliberately target the people from the first-generation chat group, either.”
“That’s good… Otherwise, facing the seniors of the first generation puts immense pressure on me.”
Wang Ping breathed a sigh of relief.
Meeting the first senior from the first-generation chat group was terrifying enough; he could hardly imagine how powerful the others must be.
“But, if they don’t resent you, why dismantle you?”
Wang Ping thought of this point and was extremely curious.
“You’ve mentioned before that I don’t understand human nature. Indeed, I don’t understand it well… I’m quite dark, but that person is the darkest. He is an extreme egoist, willing to calculate against everyone to become stronger. He dismantled me not out of resentment, but simply didn’t like being controlled by anyone and coveted the chat group’s collected origins and the group’s essence.”
Alpha’s cold voice echoed again.
“He wanted freedom, and these things could help him advance further.”
“I see…”
Wang Ping nodded thoughtfully.
It seemed that senior was even more ruthless than he imagined.
“No, I can’t think about this any further, or it might lead to trouble.”
Wang Ping let out a breath and cleared the distracting thoughts from his mind.
“So, your control over the first-generation chat group was relatively loose. By the time of the second-generation chat group, lessons were learned, leading to a much stricter control?”
Wang Ping pondered and asked curiously.
“Hmm. The first-generation chat group, though labeled as a chat group, had mechanisms quite different from now. The first generation was raised in more of a survival-of-the-fittest manner, so my management was relatively loose. The second-generation chat group was much stricter. Yet, despite the stringent control, it didn’t grow as well as the first generation, and many traitors emerged, harboring deep hatred for me.”
Alpha paused slightly and spoke coldly.
“Thus, the first generation doesn’t harbor much hatred or revenge against me. The second generation, however, allied with other multiverse forces to destroy me and now wishes to annihilate me completely to prevent my resurrection and their downfall.”
“Right and wrong aside, it seems we have no room for reconciliation with the second generation. Hence, when encountering seniors from the first-generation chat group, we should act based on the situation. If they are hostile, we can eliminate them; if not, we can ignore them.”
Wang Ping narrowed his eyes and spoke slowly.
“As for the second generation, it seems we must eradicate them along with Slaughter Paradise, the force from the multiverse.”
“Exactly, and it must be done.”
Alpha confirmed.
“Wang Ping, you won’t turn against me like the first-generation person, will you?”
Alpha paused and asked suddenly.
“Of course not. Am I that kind of person? To be honest, I’m very grateful to you for giving me such an exciting life. Otherwise, I would still be a failure in Earth Online, an NPC in the eyes of the bigwigs.”
Wang Ping was taken aback, rolled his eyes, and sighed.
“I believe you. Just don’t let me down.”
Alpha’s voice softened.
“Don’t worry, I would never bite the hand that feeds me.”
Wang Ping smiled and stretched.
“By the way, Alpha, when we were initially executing tasks and selecting group members randomly, you were manipulating things, weren’t you? You clearly knew which group members would help me clear the tasks. Why didn’t you say anything? Was it because the earlier me hadn’t shown enough value, or you wanted to cultivate me?”
Wang Ping remembered something and started speaking slowly.
“So, during the initial encounters with the anomalies, it was impossible for us to get into trouble, right?”
“There was a possibility of trouble, but less than one percent.”
Alpha replied.
“You really went through a lot of effort, and I appreciate it.”
Wang Ping felt emotional and withdrew his thoughts, no longer thinking about the chat group matters. Instead, he started pondering how to deal with the transcended predecessor, Leng Yue.
Without breaking the Great Formation set by the Nine-Star Pavilion Master Leng Yue, he would always be at the mercy of the other party, which is really troubling.
“Speaking of which, since the Nine-Star Pavilion Master Leng Yue has a layout in the Upper Realm, it’s impossible for him to be unaware of the Innate Emperor Flame of the Hell Ancient Star… He should understand that the Nine Great Heavenly Dao beings are also beneficial to the Chaos Body, surely he must have some thoughts about it.”
At this moment, Wang Ping thought of the Innate Emperor Flame and squinted his eyes.
“No, that’s not right. Since the Nine-Star Pavilion Master Leng Yue is refining the entire Upper Realm, he can refine the Nine Great Heavenly Dao beings along with it. This would save time, and no need to search for them one by one… Maybe I’m overthinking.”
Soon, Wang Ping figured out the reason and shook his head.
“This is my chance. Since the Nine-Star Pavilion Master Leng Yue, this senior transmigrator, doesn’t care about the Nine Great Heavenly Dao beings, I can completely seize them and absorb them one by one. By that time, I too will have a genuine Chaos Body. If I can refresh out a real Chaos Body in the simulation and then acquire the Nine Great Heavenly Dao beings in reality, perhaps the Chaos Body can advance another step…”
With this in mind, Wang Ping’s thoughts became lively, planning to take this path in the upcoming simulations.
“Next, I need to go to the Dark Time Empire to ask for resources… I wonder if the Dark Time Emperor, that mysterious man, will reveal any follow-up clues when I visit in reality.”
Wang Ping exhaled lightly, suppressing his thoughts, and his figure flashed, disappearing from the spot.
Following, after conveying his intentions to the Supreme Palace Master of Taiyi Emperor Palace via sound transmission, Wang Ping directly left the Taiyi Emperor Palace and headed towards the hidden place of the Dark Time Empire.
“Why do I feel that this little fellow has become stronger again? I can’t sense his movements at all.”
The Supreme Palace Master only heard his voice, but could not see Wang Ping, and exclaimed in amazement.
As a Heavenly Supreme, it was impossible for him not to sense the actions of Wang Ping, a Yuan Supreme.
However, such a thing happened just like that.
This indicated that the twenty million jin of divine sources had greatly benefited Wang Ping.
“Tsk, tsk, tsk… Such progress in such a short time, even an Immortal Body seems too weak compared to this Devouring Body. Even the legendary Chaos Body might not compare.”
The Supreme Palace Master sighed continuously.
As for the Devouring Immortal Demon Body, which allows one to enhance rapidly by devouring others, in the eyes of the Supreme Palace Master, it couldn’t compare to Wang Ping’s Devouring Body.
After all, how long had it been? Wang Ping’s cultivation had soared from a Great Saint to at least the level of Heavenly Supreme.
Such a speed of improvement, even the Devouring Immortal Demon Body couldn’t achieve.
After all, the Devouring Immortal Demon Body also requires a long time to digest the origin, and the further one goes, the more time is needed.
Of course, the Supreme Palace Master didn’t know that Wang Ping hadn’t reached the level of Heavenly Venerable; it was just that other aspects of his configuration were so terrifying that it made him seem so abnormal.
However, Heavenly Venerables were nothing in Wang Ping’s eyes. Now, for Wang Ping, not to mention becoming a Heavenly Venerable, even becoming a quasi-emperor was just a matter of simulating one more time.
At the entrance of the secret realm where the Dark Time Empire is hidden, Wang Ping presented three fragments of a map, merging them into one, thereby opening the secret realm.
Then Wang Ping stepped inside.
As soon as Wang Ping entered, he alarmed the strong members of the Dark Time Empire within the secret realm.
In an instant, the quasi-emperor elder who Wang Ping had seen in the Life Simulator appeared before him, looking at Wang Ping with a gaze of surprise.
Wang Ping, clearly just a Yuan Supreme, gave him a sense of danger, which was truly unbelievable.
“Senior, I am Wang Ping. I accidentally obtained three fragments of a map and found this place. I mean no offense, I hope you won’t mind.”
Wang Ping slightly bowed, performing a junior’s ceremony, and spoke with a serious expression.
“Hehe, since you managed to get these three fragments, it seems you are fated with my Dark Time Empire, and might be the person our ancestor has been waiting for. How could I blame you.”
The elderly man calmed his emotions and spoke softly.
“Then I can rest assured.”
Wang Ping pretended to relax, smiling lightly.
Next, under the elder’s guidance, Wang Ping was led into the depths of the tribe and was well entertained.
Once they became more familiar, Wang Ping revealed his purpose.
“Senior, I wish to venture into the Ancient Path of Time. I wonder if you permit it.”
“You know the Ancient Path of Time?”
The quasi-emperor ancestors of the Dark Time Empire were somewhat surprised but soon understood.
After all, Wang Ping had obtained the map left by their ancestor, the Dark Time Emperor, so it was normal for it to have records of it.
“Since you hold the map and have come here, you must be the one we’ve been waiting for, so you naturally can venture into the Ancient Path of Time.”
Immediately, several quasi-emperors nodded and spoke.
“However, let me state this in advance, the Ancient Path of Time is quite peculiar. Its success has nothing to do with the cultivation level. Once, one of our supremes ventured it and got lost. Therefore, no matter how profound your cultivation is, there is still a possibility of getting lost.”
“Senior, I have some confidence. Even if I fail, I won’t get lost.”
Wang Ping smiled and said, appearing very humble.
“As long as you have confidence.”
Seeing Wang Ping so humble and polite, without the arrogance of a genius, several quasi-emperors had a better impression of Wang Ping.
“Seniors, may I ask boldly, what is the fastest record for venturing the Ancient Path of Time?”
Wang Ping’s eyes flickered, asking with interest.
“A thousand years.”
An elder spoke with a serious expression.
“I achieved this fastest clearance record.”
Immediately, the elder smiled proudly.
“What’s there to brag about being just a hundred years faster than me?”
“Old Third will never grow up, even after all these years, still bragging… Embarrassing us in front of guests.”
Seeing this elder showing off, the other two quasi-emperor ancestors spoke unhappily.
“Hehe, I am indeed faster than you lot. You can only envy me here.”
The first quasi-emperor who spoke chuckled proudly.
Wang Ping shook his head slightly in response.
These three ancestors really had the demeanor of mischievous old boys.
However, always staying in this secret realm, being helpless, doing some childish things was actually good for them.
“Senior, if I can pass through, I don’t ask to reach your level, just having half your capability would be enough.”
Wang Ping said with interest, also chuckling.
“Your talent is pretty good, don’t belittle yourself. As long as your Dao heart remains intact, there’s some hope you could break my record.”
Hearing this, the ancestor’s eyes lit up, and he patted Wang Ping’s shoulder, showing great satisfaction.
“Come, I’ll take you to the Ancient Path of Time.”
Then, the ancestor took Wang Ping away, arriving at the Ancient Path of Time, and opened it.
“Remember, do not force it, safety first. With your talent, becoming a quasi-emperor in the future is inevitable, and becoming an emperor isn’t impossible.”
The ancestor watched Wang Ping enter, retracting his expression, speaking seriously.
“Rest assured, Senior, I have a grasp of my limits. I’ll be back soon.”
Wang Ping glanced meaningfully at the third ancestor and walked inside.
Afterwards, Wang Ping navigated the Ancient Path of Time as if he was strolling.
For someone who had been here a few times and now had mastered the Spacetime Dao Body while understanding fifty percent of the Spacetime Heavenly Dao true meaning, walking the Ancient Path of Time was no different than taking a walk.
Therefore, Wang Ping spent less than an hour reaching the end, seeing the mural.
Then, he touched the mural of the Dark Time Emperor and was sucked into it, meeting the Dark Time Emperor’s shadow.
Upon seeing this ‘old acquaintance’, Wang Ping waved his hand before the Dark Time Emperor could speak, smiling widely, “Yo, Senior, we meet again.”
As soon as Wang Ping spoke, the Dark Time Emperor’s shadow fell silent, his expression becoming subtle, unable to maintain a cold demeanor.
“What’s wrong? Can’t speak? Senior, can you really see anything?”
Wang Ping asked with a smile upon seeing the Dark Time Emperor fall silent.
“No, I just don’t know how to answer your question.”
The Dark Time Emperor’s shadow sighed.
“However, your words do make me sure it’s truly you meeting me now.”
After pausing, the Dark Time Emperor’s shadow spoke again.
“You know some things about me? Senior, can you really see that kind of future?”
Wang Ping squinted his eyes, his expression becoming serious.
Honestly, we don’t believe that an emperor can see detailed past and future events, even if he follows the path of time.
After all, he has the Life Simulator. Theoretically, futures in places where he exists are fuzzy, with numerous variations.
Wang Ping suspects that the Heavenly Calculator went mad because of him.
In the simulation, when the Heavenly Calculator regained his sanity, it was because the simulated Wang Ping didn’t have the Life Simulator, so the future became clear again, not trapped by endless future variations, allowing him to recover.
The Heavenly Calculator went mad after Wang Ping transmigrated.
The Dark Time Emperor, however, was someone from hundreds of thousands of years ago, when Wang Ping wasn’t even a fertilized egg, let alone had transmigrated.
Could the Dark Time Emperor really see such a distant future?
Wang Ping doesn’t believe he has such ability.
Wang Ping even doubts that even beings at the level of an immortal can have such ability.
If an Immortal King class exists, Wang Ping thinks that even an Immortal King following the path of time wouldn’t have this ability.
The Calculation Technique and the path of time, no matter how powerful, could only see the future development where he hadn’t transmigrated.
“It’s not correct to say that I saw it. I’m aware of my abilities. I suspect an unfathomable existence noticed this small fish jumping out of the water, deliberately letting me see these things.”
The Dark Time Emperor’s shadow fell silent, his gaze distant, unable to remain calm.
“Hehe, if that’s the case, it does explain it.”
Wang Ping’s eyes flickered, unable to stay calm as well.
If some terrible existence interfered, it would explain why the Dark Time Emperor could see the future and know about his existence.
However, this also means that terrifying existence had been eyeing him for a long time, planning something involving him.
What kind of existence could cross that special Earth, seeing such a distant future?
This isn’t as simple as the time river of the xianxia world. Being able to observe it likely involves the time river of the multiverse.
Just thinking about such means is suffocating.
However, although he had some guesses, Wang Ping wasn’t afraid, remaining calm.
If someone slightly stronger noticed him, Wang Ping, who lived by the path of survival, would feel uneasy and think of ways to hide or kill the enemy.
But if an existence far beyond his imagination treated him as a pawn for some scheme, Wang Ping could instead put his mind at ease.
Because facing such an existence, worrying is useless. If someone wanted to kill him, a single thought could make him experience life and death a billion times.
Thus, humans are strange. When the gap is too large, they can instead handle the problem calmly.
“So, Senior, what did you see? Can you tell me?”
Wang Ping pondered for a moment before asking again.
“I saw many futures: one where you struggled for survival, grew indifferent to humanity, and became stronger regardless of the cost, eventually refining the Upper Realm… Another where you advanced your cultivation smoothly, domineering the Upper Realm and suppressing powerful enemies.”
The shadow of the Dark Time Emperor looked at you deeply and then spoke slowly.
“It seems now that you have chosen the right path…”
After a pause, the shadow of the Dark Time Emperor spoke again.
“Me, refining the Upper Realm?”
Wang Ping’s expression was quite subtle.
Alright, if it’s a potential future from a simulation, such a thing could happen.
After all, if he wanted to, he could walk this path through multiple simulations.
However, struggling to survive was quite interesting.
“Let me ask, in the futures you saw, did I die many times?”
Wang Ping pondered slightly before speaking.
“Die?”
The shadow of the Dark Time Emperor was slightly taken aback, a little surprised.
“What’s wrong? Is there anything wrong with what I said?”
Wang Ping slightly frowned, feeling puzzled.
“Why would you die?”
The shadow of the Dark Time Emperor asked in surprise.
“Why wouldn’t I die? When a person is killed, they die.”
Wang Ping was somewhat speechless.
He couldn’t mention the fact that he had died many times in the Life Simulator.
After all, this would expose the Life Simulator.
Wang Ping also didn’t know if the shadow of the Dark Time Emperor knew about his Life Simulator.
“No, you won’t die. At least in the futures I saw, you haven’t died. You just climbed to the peak in different ways. Besides, if you walk the right path, you can get the map I left behind, and the Dark Time Empire will become your ally. That’s why I left these things behind, hoping that the Dark Time Empire could latch onto you.”
The shadow of the Dark Time Emperor frowned, explaining in confusion but also stating his purpose candidly.
“How strange…”
Hearing the Dark Time Emperor affirmatively say that he wouldn’t die, Wang Ping was really perplexed.
What was the Dark Time Emperor up to, only looking at the good futures?
Or was the person guiding the Dark Time Emperor intentionally letting him see those futures?
“Forget it, if I won’t die, then I won’t die.”
Wang Ping shook his head, not bothering to think further.
Truly, every time he solved one mystery, more mysteries appeared, leaving him even more bewildered.
“Senior, thank you for answering my questions. I still have matters to attend to, so I will take my leave.”
Immediately, Wang Ping bid farewell to the Dark Time Emperor, planning to leave.
Next, he needed to get resources from the Dark Time Empire and continue the simulation.
“There is one more thing I need to tell you.”
The shadow of the Dark Time Emperor stopped Wang Ping, speaking with a serious expression.
“What is it?”
Wang Ping was somewhat surprised.
“The withered precious herb on you is the Chaos Immortal Grass. The method to revive it is in the Realm of Life and Death. Once revived, you can refine it to obtain the Chaos Immortal Body.”
The shadow of the Dark Time Emperor said solemnly.
“Huh? You say this thing is the Chaos Immortal Grass?”
Wang Ping was stunned, directly taking out a withered immortal grass from his internal world with an incredulous expression.
When he first obtained it, it was during a life simulation, from a Void God Realm bandit.
Later, this withered precious herb ended up in the hands of a Divine Monarch Realm ancestor of the Northern Snow Divine Dynasty on the Great Origin Ancient Star, who apologized by offering it to Wang Ping.
Who could have thought that this Chaos Immortal Grass, a treasure even in the Immortal Domain, would fall into the hands of a lowly Divine Monarch Realm cultivator.
“Senior, did you see this in the river of time?”
After calming down, Wang Ping asked curiously.
“Yes and no. I just knew you possessed a withered Chaos Immortal Grass, and this knowledge appeared in my mind. Moreover, I know that the Chaos Immortal Grass descended from the Immortal Realm to the Lower Realm, and its revival method is as I said.”
The shadow of the Dark Time Emperor remained silent, then spoke slowly.
“Did it fall from the Immortal Realm? I knew it… There’s no way the Lower Realm could produce such an immortal grass. As for why you know these things, it should also be due to that terrifying senior.”
Wang Ping’s eyes sparkled with thought.
“Probably. Compared to such beings, we are merely fish. However, I am just a small fish barely leaping out of the water to see something, while you have the potential to become a divine carp jumping over the dragon gate.”
The shadow of the Dark Time Emperor sighed.
“Senior, you shouldn’t belittle yourself. Reaching your level is beyond the imagination of ordinary cultivators.”
Wang Ping smiled slightly and spoke.
“When I have the power, I will revive you and help you become immortal, as a way of repaying your kindness…”
“Then I will look forward to it…”
The shadow of the Dark Time Emperor smiled and then disappeared.
Then, Wang Ping’s consciousness wavered, and he found himself outside.
“It’s time to go out.”
Wang Ping shook his head slightly, calmed his mind, and chose to return.
Outside, the Third Ancestor was quietly waiting. Although he thought it would take Wang Ping at least a thousand years to come out, he still chose to wait here to prevent any unexpected events.
At this moment, the Third Ancestor suddenly opened his eyes, revealing a look of astonishment.
Under his gaze, the passage of the Ancient Path of Time appeared again, and Wang Ping walked out leisurely.
“You… came out already? Did you fail the challenge? It shouldn’t be, even if you did fail, you wouldn’t have lasted only a quarter of an hour. Even with the time ratio, you only lasted an hour in there, which is way too short.”
The Third Ancestor asked in surprise.
“I passed the challenge.”
Wang Ping chuckled.
“You passed the challenge?”
The Third Ancestor did not appear shocked or incredulous, but instead frowned, his expression becoming strange.
Passed the challenge in less than a quarter of an hour? He didn’t believe it.
Let alone Wang Ping, even an emperor-level figure at the Supreme Realm would need at least a century to pass. How could Wang Ping do it in such a short time?
“Young man, it’s not right to fool an old man. Even though you are still young, you are now a Supreme-level figure, so you should be more composed and have the demeanor of a Supreme.”
The Third Ancestor advised helplessly.
“I really did pass the challenge.”
Wang Ping laughed, showing the Divine Abilities from the Dark Time Emperor’s Scripture.
Seeing the abilities Wang Ping displayed, the Third Ancestor was dumbfounded.
What was going on?
Wang Ping really passed the challenge?
In such a short time, he made it through the Ancient Path of Time and even mastered the Dark Time Emperor’s Scripture?
This is too unbelievable.
The Third Ancestor was shocked beyond comprehension, feeling confused.
Were the current prodigies in the world this terrifying?
At this moment, the First Ancestor and Second Ancestor also appeared and saw this scene, remaining silent.
“Boy, when you asked me how long it took to pass the challenge, was it just to show off now?”
After a long while, the Third Ancestor came to his senses, gritting his teeth and glaring at Wang Ping, almost wanting to suppress him on the spot.
He finally understood the meaning behind Wang Ping’s earlier question… It was all a setup for showing off now.
The First Ancestor and Second Ancestor were also speechless, not expecting Wang Ping to be so mischievous.
Although having a prodigy like Wang Ping was beneficial to the Dark Time Empire, being used as a backdrop for showing off was still uncomfortable.
“Ahem, wasn’t I just joking with you? Don’t take it too seriously.”
Wang Ping coughed lightly and said calmly.
Now Wang Ping fully understood why the simulated Wang Ping liked to show off.
No choice, it was his nature, and the simulated Wang Ping inherited his personality.
Being cautious is true caution…
But if there’s a chance to show off, it won’t be missed.
“What a joke, I really want to…”
The Third Ancestor blew his beard and glared.
However, thinking that Wang Ping passed the challenge meant that the Dark Time Empire would become his follower, so he lost his fight.
No choice, if they acted against Wang Ping, it would be a great disrespect, violating ancestral teachings.
“Forget it, forget it, I won’t argue with you.”
Thinking of this, the Third Ancestor shook his head helplessly.
“Three seniors, to be honest, I not only possess the Great Success Spacetime Dao Body but also a special physique that allows me to devour divine sources to quickly grow stronger. That’s why I could reach the Yuan Zun level in just a few decades. I want to use all the divine sources of the Dark Time Empire to gain strength. Once I become immortal, I will ensure that a new Great Emperor is born in the Dark Time Empire. Do you agree?”
Wang Ping’s joking demeanor vanished, and he spoke seriously.
“???”
Wang Ping’s words left the three ancestors silent, making them feel like they had misheard.
Although at their level, mishearing was impossible, Wang Ping’s words were so explosive that they doubted their own ears.
“What… what did you just say?”
The Third Ancestor’s voice trembled.
Wang Ping smiled faintly, unsurprised by the three quasi-emperor ancestors’ reactions, and repeated his statement without hesitation.
As he spoke, Wang Ping revealed his Great Success Dominion’s Spacetime Dao Body and Small Success Dominion’s Origin-Breaking Divine Eyes.
As for the Small Chaos Body, Wang Ping didn’t reveal it, fearing it would scare the seniors.
However, this was enough to shock them, making the three quasi-emperor ancestors widen their eyes and mouths, losing their quasi-emperor dignity. Their expressions became somewhat comical.