Chapter 446: Chapter 368: The Saint's Test!
Chapter 368: The Saint's Test!
Because of the emergence of this treasure—the Chaos Primal Bead—it represents their hope of ascending to the realm of Heavenly Path Saint. If such a powerful treasure cannot help them advance, then it would truly be impossible for them to break through.
Those beneath the Saint realm may not fully understand the significance of this item to Saints, but after observing the Saints' discussions, they now know this treasure is undoubtedly extraordinary.
Before its appearance, many doubted the true function of the Chaos Primal Bead. Even though their strength pales in comparison to Saints, they understand the status of a Heavenly Path Saint.
Moreover, after so many years in the Primordial World, there has only been one Heavenly Path Saint—Ancestor Hongjun—which proves how difficult it is to ascend to that level.
If simply relying on a treasure could help someone become a Heavenly Path Saint, the achievement would be too easily attained. This is why they initially thought that way. However, they hadn't considered that the Saints had completely different perspectives.
Although Saints are immensely powerful, they have no way to advance further. The appearance of the Chaos Primal Bead gives them an opportunity to compete. Even if the odds of success are unclear, it does not diminish their desire for this item.
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[Sun Wukong]: "I never would've thought such a treasure existed in the Primordial World. To think it can help one ascend to the level of a Heavenly Path Saint! With such a valuable treasure, I believe it truly deserves to be ranked first!"
[Erlang Shen]: "What you said makes some sense, but if it were ranked first, Ye Tian wouldn't choose it. After all, this kind of treasure has no effect on him as a Heavenly Path Saint and won't enhance his power at all!"
[Ancestor Minghe]: "I don't know why such a precious treasure has suddenly appeared, but judging by the current situation, the items appearing later on the rankings are only going to get better. Compared to this, the earlier rewards are nothing!"
[Tathagata Bodhisattva]: "Although I'm unsure of how powerful this item is, judging by the reactions of the Saints, it's clearly of immense significance. Here, I can only congratulate Tongtian Jiaozhu!"
[Jade Emperor]: "Even if someone obtains the Chaos Primal Bead, it's not easy to ascend to the Heavenly Path Saint realm. If it were, there wouldn't be just two Heavenly Path Saints by now!"
[Emperor Jun]: "The Chaos Primal Bead only states there is a chance of success, but how high that chance is remains a mystery. Only after using it can one find out!"
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When this treasure appeared, it changed everyone's initial thoughts. The Life and Death Reincarnation Sword Technique had already impressed them, but it was the Chaos Primal Bead that truly shocked them.
Upon further thought, they realized Tongtian Jiaozhu would undoubtedly choose the Chaos Primal Bead over the Life and Death Reincarnation Sword Technique.
No matter how powerful the Life and Death Reincarnation Sword Technique is, it's ultimately just a technique. Even if cultivated to the extreme, it can only increase one's strength or realm slightly, but it has no bearing on becoming a Heavenly Path Saint.
However, with the Chaos Primal Bead, even grasping a fragment of its essence could make one significantly stronger. If one were fortunate enough to fully comprehend the Heavenly Dao rules contained within, they would have a chance to ascend to the Heavenly Path Saint realm—a dream for all Saints.
But with this reward destined to fall into the hands of Tongtian Jiaozhu, the other Saints felt uneasy. After all, Tongtian Jiaozhu had no particularly close relationships with the other Saints.
When the Chaos Primal Bead appeared, all the Saints knew Tongtian Jiaozhu would forsake the Life and Death Reincarnation Sword Technique. The Chaos Primal Bead was the only choice that truly mattered to him.
Improving his strength slightly would not aid his future progression. Only the Chaos Primal Bead could play a crucial role in his ascension to the Heavenly Path Saint realm.
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[Tongtian Jiaozhu]: "Is there even a choice here? Anyone with a functioning brain would know which to pick!"
[Tongtian Jiaozhu]: "I choose the second reward: the Chaos Primal Bead!"
This decision was made with extreme excitement, as Tongtian Jiaozhu was already envisioning himself as a Heavenly Path Saint.
To stand on equal footing with the Ancestor Hongjun has been his lifelong aspiration, and now he finally has the opportunity.
However, despite having chosen the Chaos Primal Bead, he knows it still requires comprehension. Without understanding its intricate Heavenly Dao rules, becoming a Heavenly Path Saint would remain a mere fantasy.
Tongtian Jiaozhu is fully aware that even with this treasure, the chances of breaking through are slim. This is a given, as the Heavenly Path Saint realm is not easily attainable.
Yet, he also understands that while the Life and Death Reincarnation Sword Technique could enhance his strength, it wouldn't elevate his realm. Even if he ultimately fails to comprehend the Chaos Primal Bead's mysteries, the insights he gains from it would still be immensely beneficial.
At the very least, this experience could lay the foundation for another attempt in the future. Having gone through such a process would allow him to perform better next time.
After making his decision, Tongtian Jiaozhu immediately retrieved the Chaos Primal Bead. He could no longer wait to begin his comprehension.
He ignored the ongoing discussions in the livestream chat. At this point, no one could receive a reward better than his.
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[Haotian Jade Emperor]: "The Chaos Primal Bead has been chosen. I hope Tongtian Jiaozhu succeeds in his cultivation. Otherwise, it would be a waste of a reward!"
[Sun Wukong]: "If Tongtian Jiaozhu chose it, he must have confidence. Even if he can't fully break through, he should at least have an eighty-to-ninety-percent chance!"
[Ancestor Minghe]: "This treasure is likely an immense temptation to all Saints. Tongtian Jiaozhu abandoned the Life and Death Reincarnation Sword Technique to choose it, but whether he can obtain what he seeks remains to be seen!"
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Meanwhile, the other Saints vanished without a word. To everyone's surprise, they had all gathered at Tongtian Jiaozhu's residence.
Knowing that Tongtian Jiaozhu was most likely in his cave, eagerly studying the Chaos Primal Bead, the other Saints couldn't resist coming to see it for themselves.
For them, the Chaos Primal Bead was of tremendous importance, and since such a treasure had never been seen before, they naturally wanted a closer look.
Led by Laozi, the other Saints followed, though it remained unclear whether some of them had ulterior motives.