Chapter 29: 'Profound Sage' Sermon
At this time, practitioners from all over the world were all looking at the sky with heads raised, although the previous 'divinity show' has been quite exciting for everyone, these practitioners are more interested in the following 'Profound Sage-Level Sermon'.
According to the records, after the Eighth Stage Profound Sage had displayed their divinity in front of the masses and condensed the Sage Seal, a 'Profound Sage Sermon' would soon follow.
This first Sage in a thousand years, Soft Feather, what was she going to talk about?
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POV: Soft Feather (AN: For the rest of the chapter it will switch between this POV and the Cultivators of All Heaven and Myriad Realms)
Finally, it is time for the 'Profound Sage Sermon'!
Soft Feather takes a deep breath and prepares to begin the 'Profound Sage Sermon'. She remembers the manuscript Zenith Heaven Emperor gave her before the Heavenly Tribulation started and begins to recite it from memory.
She takes a deep breath, her heart pounding with excitement and anticipation. She has been waiting for this moment for what seems like an eternity, and now that it is finally here, she is determined to make the most of it.
As Soft Feather stands before the gathered masses, she takes a deep breath and begins to speak. Her voice is steady and clear, filled with a sense of purpose and determination.
Just before she begins to recite the 'Profound Sage Sermon', Soft Feather feels a sense of calm wash over her. She sits down cross-legged, her hands resting gently in her lap, and closes her eyes.
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"It's here, it's here! The Profound Sage Sermon is coming!" Practitioners from all over the universe under the Eighth Stage Realm did everything they could to put their other matters aside and gaze at the sky in order to listen to the Profound Sage-Level Speech.
Even some of the great sects' hidden Eighth Stage experts sit quietly, waiting to hear what this newly advanced fellow daoist had to say about cultivation. Perhaps they could also comprehend a few things through analogy.
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Soft Feather starts to recite the manuscript about the Path of Heaven that Zenith Heaven Emperor gave her to memorize before the Tribulation started. As she speaks, the crowd is enraptured, hanging on her every word. Soft Feather's eyes are closed, and her expression is focused, as if she is completely lost in the sermon.
"Today, I will speak to you about the Path of Heaven," she begins, her eyes shining with an inner light. "The Path of Heaven is not something that can be easily understood. It is a complex and multifaceted concept that requires years of study and contemplation to fully grasp."
As she speaks, the words flow effortlessly from her lips, each one ringing out with the clarity and power of a bell, her voice seems to grow stronger and more confident with each passing moment.
She pauses for a moment, allowing her words to sink in.
"The Path of Heaven is the path to true enlightenment," she continues. "It is the path that leads to ultimate truth, the path that reveals the mysteries of the universe. Those who follow this path are not just seekers of knowledge, but seekers of wisdom. They seek to understand the very essence of existence itself."
Soft Feather's voice grows more intense as she speaks, her passion for the subject evident in every word.
"Many believe that the Path of Heaven is only accessible to those with great power and influence, but this is not true," she declares. "The Path of Heaven is open to all who seek it, regardless of their station in life. It is a path that requires dedication, discipline, and a willingness to learn."
The words constantly become clearer and stronger, filled with an energy and vitality that seems to fill the air around her. She can feel the power of her words resonating throughout the surrounding space.
She pauses once more, taking a deep breath.
"The Path of Heaven is not just a journey of the mind, but a journey of the heart as well," she says, her voice softening. "It is a journey that requires us to look within ourselves, to confront our fears and weaknesses, and to strive to become better people. It is a path that leads to inner peace and harmony, and to a greater understanding of the world around us."
In her mind, Soft Feather sees the words of the sermon come to life, swirling and dancing around her like a beautiful and intricate tapestry. She feels as if she is tapping into some ancient and mysterious power, a force that has been waiting patiently for her to unlock its secrets.
However, unknown to her, the manuscript that she is reciting is not of the Profound Sage level as Zenith Heaven Emperor claimed. Instead, it is a peak level Eternal Life Being sermon manuscript, something that even most Eternal Life Beings are not able to create, let alone casually like he did.
Despite not realizing the true nature of the manuscript, Soft Feather delivers the sermon flawlessly, her words filled with deep wisdom and insight. The crowd is amazed and impressed by her words, and they begin to whisper amongst themselves, wondering if Soft Feather might truly be a Profound Sage.
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"This isn't a Profound Sage-Level Sermon!" A veteran Profound Sage of the Ruism lineage breathed heavily, and said, "This is at the very least a Tribulation Immortal-Level Sermon!"
No, likely it was of an even higher level! He only heard a Tribulation Immortal's Sermon just once, and this was barely a low level Tribulation Immortal.
"A Tribulation Immortal-Level Sermon? However, hasn't Profound Sage Soft Feather just ascended to the Eighth Stage?" a disciple asked doubtfully.
"I'm definitely not mistaken, this simply cannot be a Tribulation Immortal-Level Sermon. It is very likely that this Soft Feather has a Tribulation Immortal for a teacher. It's likely that she was gradually influenced by her teacher, and the level of her speech ended up being way higher than Profound Sage rank," the old Profound Sage says seriously.
The same content was heard differently by different people, with everyone having their own understanding.
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Soft Feather continues her speech, her voice clear and resonant as she expounds on the nature of the Path of Heaven. "The Path of Heaven is not just a way of life, it is a way of being. It is the universal force that governs all things in the world, the balance that keeps everything in order. It is the foundation upon which all existence is built, and it is the key to unlocking the secrets of the universe."
Every word of Soft Feather speaks transform into the 'sound of the Great Way', resonating with heaven and earth. The unceasing emergence of auspicious clouds and white lotuses, coupled with the sound from the speech, seem like a piece of music that makes all the practitioners intoxicated.
She pauses for a moment, letting her words sink in. "The Path of Heaven comprises everything and balances everything," she continues. "All living beings, be they immortals or mortals, powerful or weak, are included in Heaven's path. All kinds of magical treasures and realms are also under the restrictions of Heaven's path. Even the most powerful cultivators are subject to its laws."
"The Path of Heaven controls calamities and tribulations," Soft Feather says, her eyes flashing with intensity. "It is the force that determines the course of life and death. The Heavenly Ways were powerful for an era, but when compared to Heaven's path, they are like a burning torch. The Path of Heaven is eternal, unchanging, and all-encompassing."
Soft Feather's words resonate with the audience, many of whom are seasoned cultivators themselves. They nod their heads in agreement as she speaks, recognizing the truth in her words. "The Path of Heaven is not something that can be mastered overnight," she concludes. "It is a lifelong pursuit, a journey that requires dedication, perseverance, and unwavering faith. But for those who are willing to embark on this journey, the rewards are truly limitless."
As her speech came to an end, she felt that this speech was lacking something, but she just couldn't find out what it is.
AN: Who can guess what I referenced to create this speech!