Chapter 121: Epilogue (4)
Within the new Upper World, Zenith Heaven Emperor meticulously designed five distinct regions, each with its own unique characteristics and inhabitants. These Heavens served for those at the pinnacle of cultivation, a realm reserved for the most formidable cultivators in All Heavens and Myriad Realms. As the Emperor's vision unfolded, the Upper World revealed its grandeur and purpose.
In the northern region, a realm known as Asura Slaughter Hell emerged. Although officially named Asura Slaughter Heaven, the residents of the other Heavens had embraced the moniker Hell due to their fierce and ruthless nature. It became a place where martial prowess and battle instincts flourished, and only the most unyielding warriors could claim their rightful place among its ranks. Asura Slaughter Hell stood as a realm where the creatures of the Nine Serenities found their ascension.
It also is the new domain for the rulers of the Nine Serenities, Asura Slaughter Hell became a realm pulsating with raw power and unbridled savagery. It became the abode where the formidable rulers of the Nine Serenities converged, forging alliances, vying for dominance, and plotting their machinations. In this world of unrelenting combat and dark ambitions, the creatures from the Nine Serenities thrived, their sinister presence casting an ominous shadow over the realm, a testament to the ruthless nature of their origins. Creatures from the present world only rarely enter there.
To the east of the Upper World, Demondawn Heaven revealed itself as a realm where demonic cultivators congregated. It became a sanctuary for those who walked the path of darkness and sought to harness the immense power of demonic forces. The Limitless Demon Sect swiftly established its dominance over the entire Heaven, shaping it in their own image, after they were expelled from the present world.
While Demondawn Heaven is a realm where rules held little sway and the demonic way reigned supreme, a surprising semblance of peace prevailed within its borders. Here, cultivators delved deep into the forbidden arts, embracing their demonic nature and tapping into the boundless well of infernal power. The realm thrived on the intensity and ruthlessness of its inhabitants, yet amidst the chaos, a unique equilibrium emerged.
Compared to the ferocity and bloodlust that permeated the neighboring Asura Slaughter Hell, Demondawn Heaven appeared comparatively tranquil. It provided a haven where demonic cultivators could refine their craft and pursue their sinister ambitions without constant conflict. Though darkness enveloped the realm, a delicate balance between power and restraint existed, enabling demonic cultivators to coexist and collaborate towards their shared goals.
Saint Convocation Heaven, the eastern realm of the Upper World, stood as a bastion of virtue and enlightenment. Ruled by the Ruism faction, its core philosophy emphasized the cultivation of inner virtue and the pursuit of righteousness. The teachings of Ruism permeated the realm, guiding cultivators on the path of moral rectitude and ethical conduct. Here, the principles of benevolence, justice, and harmony flourished, shaping the very fabric of society.
However, Saint Convocation Heaven was not solely the domain of Ruism. Due to its inherently inclusive and benevolent nature, righteous forces from various backgrounds found a home within its borders. For example Buddhism, with its profound teachings of compassion and enlightenment, coexisted harmoniously alongside the Ruism lineage. Righteous cultivators from all walks of life were drawn to Saint Convocation Heaven, seeking the wisdom and guidance that would enable them to refine their character, uphold justice, and contribute to the greater good. The realm became a melting pot of diverse righteous sects and schools, fostering an environment of mutual respect, collaboration, and shared ideals.
In the south there is the Divine Dream Heaven. It serves as the ascension point for all cultivators who did not originate from the Nine Serenities, drawing in individuals from diverse backgrounds and paths of cultivation.
Unlike the other regions of the Upper World, Divine Dream Heaven did not possess a singular overlord or ruling faction. Instead, it thrived as a self-governing realm, where cultivators were entrusted with their own destinies and the responsibility to forge their own path towards enlightenment. This unique characteristic created a sense of autonomy and individual agency among the cultivators, allowing them to navigate the intricate web of illusions and seek their own personal truths within the ethereal beauty that permeated the realm.
While Divine Dream Heaven welcomed all cultivators, many chose to depart from this realm, seeking their true calling in either Demondawn Heaven or Saint Convocation Heaven, depending on their individual alignment and aspirations. These two neighboring realms provided distinct paths for cultivators, aligning themselves with demonic forces or pursuing the virtuous path of righteousness, respectively. As such, Divine Dream Heaven became a bustling marketplace of ideas and interactions, where cultivators from different factions engaged in discourse, traded insights, and formed alliances.
Nestled at the heart of the Upper World, the central region bore the resplendent name of Star God Zenith Heaven, a testament to its magnificence and its intimate connection to Zenith Heaven Emperor himself. Within this realm, the Heavenly Court reigned supreme, its authority extending over the vast expanse of the Upper World.
Zenith Heaven Emperor chose to bestow his own name upon this world representing the pinnacle of cultivation. Star God Zenith Heaven became a beacon of strength.
Among the five Heavens of the Upper World, Star God Zenith Heaven stood unrivaled in terms of power and influence. It served as the ultimate destination for cultivators who aspired to ascend into higher realms. Only those possessing exceptional talent, unwavering determination, and profound cultivation could step foot within its hallowed grounds.
To enter Star God Zenith Heaven was to traverse a path fraught with trials and tribulations. Its gates welcomed only the strongest cultivators, those who had honed their skills to near perfection and demonstrated an unwavering dedication to the pursuit of enlightenment. The stringent requirements ensured that the realm remained a sanctuary for the most exceptional and revered cultivators, a place where they could immerse themselves in the highest echelons of cultivation.
Though the realms of Asura Slaughter Hell, Demondawn Heaven, Divine Dream Heaven, Saint Convocation Heaven, and Star God Zenith Heaven were referred to as the north, south, east, west, and center respectively, their true nature revealed a deeper truth. These designations merely denoted their rough spatial coordinates within the Upper World, for in reality, they were separate worlds unto themselves, distant and unconnected.
The boundaries between these realms were not traversable by ordinary means. They existed as distinct domains. Only by directly traversing through the use of space powers can one reach the other Heavens.
The north, the south, the east, the west, and the center, these were symbolic markers that guided cultivators in their pursuit, signposts in the vast expanse of the Upper World. But in truth, the separation between these regions was not one of mere distance, but rather of distinct existence. Each realm was a microcosm of cultivation, its own universe of possibilities.