Since both of you have your doubts, I’ll just say it directly.

The exploration by the Demon Realm Alliance over all these years has shown that this is not just remnants but rather the genuine Power of the Celestial Dao. It’s not meant for ordinary cultivators, and anyone who tries to covet it will only be devoured."

For a guest who is bound by the system’s contract and will not betray, Jiang Yuan felt no need to hide anything, pointing at Yan Xuan who was playing with a dog, "One portion of it is his.

I’m thinking, when Yan Xuan ascends as the Black Tortoise, absorbing part of the Power of the Celestial Dao should make Du Li and others realize that it’s not meant for them."

"Tsk!" Yuan Man, who vaguely knew that Yan Xuan was no ordinary demon beast, was greatly shocked upon hearing that he was the future Black Tortoise, and shook his head saying, "I’ve always disliked fellows like Du Li who are hypocritical.

By then, I fear they won’t realize but instead blame you for taking their ascension opportunity. Those people have been in high positions for too long, arrogant and ignorant, truly detestable!"

Qu Luming frowned lightly as he pondered, then agreed, "Makes sense, I also think they would turn around and blame you."

Jiang Yuan: ??? 𝚏𝕣𝕖𝚎𝚠𝚎𝚋𝚗𝐨𝐯𝕖𝕝.𝕔𝐨𝕞

"When Yan Xuan ascends as the Divine Beast Black Tortoise, would they still dare provoke its master? Is there water in their brain?"

"No, no, no, they might not confront you head-on, but they can murmur behind your back.

They might even use twisted logic to morally bind you.

For instance, accusing you of exposing the location of the Power of the Celestial Dao, delaying the ascension of thousands of cultivators."

Qu Luming nodded vigorously, indicating his understanding of certain people within the Demon Realm Alliance, "Because from very long ago since they began to monopolize that mysterious power, they’ve assumed it belongs to the Demon Realm Alliance.

Even if the rightful users are the Four Symbols Divine Beasts, they would still believe those beasts are using their resources. By then, they will seek compensation from you."

"You are generous, sir, don’t underestimate those villains’ greed." Yuan Man strongly agreed with Qu Luming’s viewpoint, reaching a consensus at this moment.

Jiang Yuan looked dumbfounded, "Then... according to your view, how should we resolve this situation?"

I absolutely cannot take this blame, encountering a bunch of unreasonable old folks whom I can’t fight or reason with, just thinking about it is headache-inducing.

Yuan Man frowned tightly and said helplessly, "I haven’t thought of a good solution yet."

Qu Luming, however, gave a sly smile, snapped his fingers, and lowered his voice, "In this case, why not simply spread the news of collective ascension!"

He paused a bit, unwilling to give up, and asked, "Sir, is it really unusable for ascension? You can’t use it either?"

Upon receiving a definite answer, a regretful expression appeared on his overly pale face as he continued, "Quietly spread the location of the Power of the Celestial Dao and the Demon Realm Alliance’s collective ascension plan.

This will surely attract many greedy individuals trying to activate the Array. When the Power of the Celestial Dao erupts and devours everything, won’t it awaken Du Li and the others?

Knowing it’s untameable, something beyond their reach, they naturally can’t accuse you again when Yan Xuan uses it, right?"

"That would certainly lead to countless deaths and injuries!" Jiang Yuan exclaimed in shock, "Forget the ascension news, even if a Heavenly Level cultivation technique appears, it would cause a frenzy. Once this news spreads, whether they are nearing the end of their lifespan or obsessed with ascension, regardless of its truth, they will surely explore it, by then..."

He dared not imagine the horror of such a scene.

Yuan Man was quite supportive, "Righteous cultivators always emphasize the Natural Daoist Technique, not greedy for or coveting what’s not theirs.

Sir, you won’t accept excess spirit stones even when repairing divine artifacts, let alone opportunities related to ascension.

Righteous cultivators, even if they believe it, will negotiate with people from the Demon Realm Alliance and join, rather than sneak over to claim it for themselves.

Anyone who harbors crooked thoughts is not an upright cultivator.

Greedy, selfish, willing to steal without achieving their goals, such so-called cultivators are like a ticking time bomb of evil, eventually falling into wicked ways. Using this scheme to lead them to their self-destruction, I feel it’s executing heavenly justice.

After all, as mentioned by the sir earlier, the cultivators devoured by the Power of the Celestial Dao will have their cultivation and spiritual power dispersed into the world. Taken from the world, scattered into it, benefiting other righteous cultivators even more."

Saying it like this, it does make sense.

What kind person hears about treasure and runs off to steal it?

"But what of those cultivators who truly study and explore the Power of the Celestial Dao, wouldn’t it be a pity if they get affected?"

"You are overthinking this, sir." Qu Luming waved his hand with a smile, "Don’t listen to those old fellows who say ’they deserve to die’, I’ve asked Du Li, everyone cherishes life.

Slightly turbulent weather, afraid of provoking the wrath of the Power of the Celestial Dao and being devoured, they retreat early and only enter once completely stable.

If the news spreads, the Demon Realm Alliance will certainly be prepared, notifying those old cultivators to leave early, ensuring they won’t be affected."

The direction of this conversation arrived too suddenly, all based on speculation, about to spread such crucial news, Jiang Yuan was momentarily unsure whether he should or should not.

Qu Luming patted his chest and promised, "Sir, rest assured, leave this to me. I’ve repeatedly reminded Du Li that there’s no shortcut in cultivation, yet he insists on disbelief!

Even Yan Xuan, a distinguished senior, has to pay a hefty price; does he think he can ascend just by thinking about it? This time is a good chance to teach him a lesson.