Published: March 3, 2025
The demeanor of Clear Water True Monarch was solemn, and his tone was more serious than ever, much like when he used to teach his disciples.
He had already resolved to sacrifice himself, determined to stay behind and provide cover, seemingly wanting to impart one last lesson.
Yet it was unclear who he intended to address with his words.
Perhaps the True Monarch was using this method to convey to the people on the barren mountain that the establishment of the Purple Scarf Army and the Cloth-Clad Alliance was not solely based on interests.
There was also the pursuit of fairness and justice at play.
After all, Liu Yu, Xu Haoran, Guo Poyun, Liao Yunxi, and others had already become the absolute backbone of their respective organizations, and it was possible that some would soon be promoted to the ranks of elders.
If even their beliefs were shaken, the consequences would undoubtedly be catastrophic, and the impact on the cause to overthrow the Qian Court Holy Land would be immeasurable.
Such sentiments, if not for Guo Poyun, Liao Yunxi, and the others, had been echoed countless times by Liu Yu during the thirty years of his membership in the Cloth-Clad Alliance.
If it were merely rhetoric, it would hold no persuasive power whatsoever.
However, in conjunction with Clear Water True Monarch's actions at this moment, there was an indescribable force that compelled one to resonate and believe.
In order to uphold his sense of “justice” and to mend the rift caused by Mingjing's betrayal, he chose to use his life to make amends!
On the barren mountain, the crowd was visibly moved.
In their hearts, the beliefs that had been shaken by Mingjing's betrayal became firm once more, and they were even more convinced than before.
The Purple Scarf Army and the Cloth-Clad Alliance were fundamentally distinct from the Qian Court Holy Land and the sectarian families!
In this moment of crisis, a yuan ying true monarch was about to use his life to prove the existence of “justice.”
Human life is worth it!
“Justice?”
“In this world, most cultivators pursue interests, and there are few who seek justice itself.”
Standing with a spear in hand, Liu Yu felt somewhat moved as well.
“Pitter-patter~”
He let the rain drench his clothes, trickling down from his head, bringing a cool sensation.
The immortal way values personal gain, and the essence of cultivating immortality is fighting for various cultivation resources to fill one’s own deficiencies.
In such circumstances, it is very difficult for any cultivator to be selfless.
Those who wave the banner of “great righteousness,” speaking grandiose words, are often just cloaking their dark sides with a layer of outer skin.
Perhaps they do not believe in the existence of “justice” and may even harbor an inner loathing for it.
Yet, they frequently utter solemn vows.
Simply because the name of justice can often bring many intangible riches and makes it easier to seize benefits afterward.
Their insistence on “justice” does not stem from an acknowledgment of justice itself, but from the enjoyment of the reputation justice affords and the series of benefits it brings.
Essentially, they are no different from those pursuing interests.
Engaging in the darkest deeds, reaping the largest profit, while possessing the most righteous reputation.
Their names may flow through the ages, recorded in the annals of history!
This is the current state of many prestigious sects and ancient families in the cultivation world.
Holy Lands, Qian Court, sects, and families all act in this manner.
Conversely, those who embrace justice itself are rare in this cultivation world, and often remain obscure.
Such people rarely end up well.
Not seeking rewards, performing the kindest acts, they often end up on the execution ground or die in some corner.
Their names may stink for eternity!
“In the cruel and dark world of cultivating immortality, and the unpredictable cultivators.”
“It is in such a 'changing' environment that this 'unchanging' becomes particularly precious.”