Chapter 1324: Discussion

The God of Destruction finally departed, and everyone watched him disappear from sight.

Di Qi and the others gazed with reverence, for that was the God of Destruction.

Rong Cheng, Zhi Ji, and others also looked on with profound respect, because he was the universe's leader, an ancient entity from the Longevity Realm who had left behind a contingency plan for them.

The remaining few individuals let out a long sigh, feeling utterly refreshed.

Although this discussion summarized the knowledge from various factions, it also significantly broadened their perspectives, effectively serving as a profound exchange of insights and progress for each of them.

They knew that upon their return, they would need to thoroughly organize their newfound knowledge and refine their arguments. Concurrently, the grand strategies they had conceptualized would need to be put into action.

Who was stronger, who was weaker...

It was impossible to say clearly.

Indeed, without further evolution, they themselves remained unsure. Thus, they recognized the necessity of continued development, leading inevitably to a final confrontation.

"These nine jellyfish universes before us..." Rong Cheng suddenly remarked.

"They can remain here. The Sea of Chaos is immensely vast, and it's highly unlikely that any outsiders will venture here."

Caroline suggested, "Each of us can dispatch a true body to inhabit these nine universes. We can then collectively observe new biological characteristics and jointly study the broader future implications, preparing ourselves accordingly."

"That sounds excellent."

"Indeed."

No one present voiced any objections.

This equal sharing and collaborative research was indeed the most equitable approach.

Expelling anyone would be ill-advised, as if word were to get out, the number of Saints vying for these benefits would extend far beyond those present.

Pushing someone too far could lead to a catastrophic revelation, ensuring no one could monopolize the discovery.

The individuals present silently entered one of the nine jellyfish universes each, taking control.

They soon discovered the immense intricacies within these jellyfish universes. They seemed to have the property of purifying the Sea of Chaos, much like natural water purifiers, which left them deeply impressed by their profound mysteries.

Witnessing these structures, everyone immediately marveled at the God of Destruction's truly miraculous methods and his knowledge of cosmic evolution, which far surpassed their comprehension.

"Well then, until we meet again, everyone."

After each left a clone in a jellyfish universe, they quickly departed, as there was nothing further to discuss.

The Three Pillar Gods said to Caroline, "Those Saints from the Longevity Realm merely believed it was an ancient cosmic being who might have left a contingency plan, unaware that it was actually the God of Destruction!"

"Hmph, mere country bumpkins."

Caroline, having picked up the players' mannerisms, scoffed, "How could they grasp the true concept of the God of Destruction? If they did, their intelligence would likely lead them to quickly deduce the existence of the Creator God! At that point, we would no longer be among the select few civilizations observing the universe's core!"

"Precisely."

The Three Pillar Gods nodded. "It's perfectly fine for them to perceive it that way, but we must be cautious not to let them uncover any clues. Rong Cheng is incredibly astute, almost a prodigious talent; his gaze suggests he's already sensed that we're concealing something."

While the Three Pillar Gods possessed immense computational power, this did not equate to profound wisdom.

Their vast data processing capabilities were systematic and mechanical.

In contrast, others possessed astonishing talent and pioneering wisdom, with minds as clear as crystal, allowing them to see through much.

"We must now focus on our own clans within the myriad worlds," Caroline said with a smile. "According to those fellows, I represent the Nuwa clan, Di Qi embodies the Pangu Ancestral Witch clan, and the Three Pillar Gods are the Heavenly Dao Buddhist Nation clan!"

Di Qi expressed his dissatisfaction. "Rather than a mere clan, I much prefer to call it the Heavenly Court! A central Heavenly Court universe, serving as its leader, overseeing 129,600 myriad worlds!"

"It's high time for us to develop as well," the Three Pillar Gods stated earnestly.

"Ultimately, our three major factions are bound to compete."

Medusa departed from the vessel.

The Nine-Headed Ancient Mother, Shi Ji, and the Quantum Masters watched from nearby, utterly astonished.

Although they hadn't interjected throughout and seemed insignificant, this did not mean they lacked their own thoughts or were oblivious to the terrifying implications of what they had witnessed.

This council was held to establish foundational doctrines for the myriad worlds and lay out a grand framework for all heavens!

Its implications were truly far-reaching.

The proposals put forth by all present beings outlined paths to enlightenment for "Saints of All Heavens," connecting 129,000 universes through various methods, which utterly astounded them.

"Just as Mang once made the first cut, establishing the rules for cosmic matter's operation, we are now re-establishing a grand framework... and we are all vying for it," Medusa said, taking a deep breath. "We too must contend in this significant trend. With Shi Ji, as the God of Rivers, Lakes, and Seas, we also possess an advantage."

Moon God Ji and Rong Cheng also departed on a large vessel.

Rong Cheng was still in a daze, feeling as if the whole experience had been a grand dream.

The recent scenes—the lamentations of their Longevity Realm, their own tragic destinies, and the overarching currents of fate—had been overwhelming. Had they truly seized an early advantage amidst all this?

However, his companion, Daoist Ji, quickly pulled him back from his reverie.

"This Mother River civilization is quite unique," Moon God Ji stated. "We must begin by launching individual Mother River universes, letting them spread out like kites."

Meanwhile.

Zhi Ji also felt a sense of disorientation; so this was the hidden secret of civilization her husband had kept.

Now she finally understood... the twilight of the Saints was imminent.

"We must prioritize establishing the Samsara universe," Zhi Ji stated earnestly.

Emperorzun nodded. "Don't worry, my civilization has a large influx of new forces. However, their minds might be... unconventional. Just pay no mind to whatever they say."

"Unconventional minds?"

Zhi Ji was somewhat puzzled.

Xu Zhi, however, mused to himself that it was time to relocate the Asura Path players of the Six Paths of Reincarnation. They were, after all, free labor—highly effective, yet prone to mischief. He knew he needed to give Zhi Ji a heads-up.

"By the way, do you intend to inform the other Longevity Saints about this situation?" Emperorzun suddenly inquired, a question quite important to Xu Zhi himself.

"Inform the other Saints?"

Zhi Ji paused, taken aback. "Logically, as it's a crisis affecting the entire universe, having them prepare together and know in advance would indeed be the best approach. However, I don't believe we need to tell them so soon. It won't be too late to inform them once we've developed a bit further. Moreover, they are currently preoccupied with validating the universe and perfecting the laws of the Sea of Chaos; we shouldn't distract them."

"That makes sense," Emperorzun nodded.

Xu Zhi ultimately felt a pang of emotion, realizing how truly complex human nature could be.

Even with a universal crisis looming, the instinct to seize opportunities and secure an advantageous position first prevailed, as expecting everyone to unite seamlessly was simply unrealistic.

Nevertheless, Zhi Ji's reasoning held merit.

Xu Zhi was inwardly speechless, glancing at Zhi Ji, who was deep in thought about future plans.

"Someone has to undertake the arduous task of completing the rules of the Sea of Chaos and perfecting the environment of the 'Myriad Worlds.' If they don't do it, who will? If we tell them the truth, they'll surely rush to evolve universes themselves, and that wouldn't be good."

But was the apocalypse truly upon them?

Xu Zhi gazed at the deep blue Sea of Chaos, shrouded in a hazy mist.

He had witnessed countless cosmic trends and the development of sandbox eras, but now, for the first time, he was experiencing a truly vast and epic era as a living being, navigating its tumultuous currents.

"Even though, in a sense, this era has also become my sandbox world," Xu Zhi mused with a faint smile, a surge of emotion in his heart.

He then said to Zhi Ji, "Come, let us proceed to evolve the universe of the Six Paths of Reincarnation, securing its foundation. We shall see who truly manages to seize the prevailing trend within this unfolding era."