Lu Yang didn't wait long on Lone Heart Island.
Three days later, several streaks of light broke through the sky and landed just outside the island. One of the figures wore luxurious robes, and above his head, a prominent official title blazed:
[Immortal Court Ocean Pacifying Commissioner], Rank 2 Official!
Not only that, but at this very moment, this official title was breathing in spiritual opportunities. Above the dome of the sky, a visible network of the Great Dao manifested, cascading thousands of rays of brilliance that blessed the title, continuously elevating the aura of its owner until it almost reached a critical point.
At the late foundation establishment stage, this isn't weak at all.
Lu Yang observed in secret, knowing this was the blessing of the [Immortal Kingdom Dao Laws]. In this [False History], the Immortal Court reigned supreme, so it wasn't difficult for their Dao Laws to reach this scale.
However, strictly speaking, this was still inferior to the present world.
In the present world, with Lu Yang ruling the world, the [Immortal Kingdom Dao Laws] occupied almost the entire mainland and overseas regions, with only the mountain gates of the Saint Sect and the Sword Pavilion spared.
Even so, the blessing of the [Immortal Kingdom Dao Laws] on official cultivators was immense. While it didn't allow them to fight across realms, it easily pushed them to the absolute peak of their current cultivation stage. More importantly, there were many official cultivators.
It was a snowballing system.
The larger the scale of the [Immortal Kingdom Dao Laws], the stronger the official cultivators became. Once the world was unified, they could leap to become the strongest force among the four major powers.
If not for this, Lu Yang wouldn't have dared to leave Chong Guang alone outside.
After all, now that he had entered the [False History], if Chong Guang decided to seek the golden core, Lu Yang wouldn't be able to sense it... Of course, Lu Yang was confident Chong Guang wouldn't act recklessly.
Martial Uncle Chong Guang is smart. As an old perfected one of the Saint Sect, the concept of seeking the golden core can't be hidden. If he dared to try, Empress Xiao and Tian Qiu would immediately crash the party. Now that the [Immortal Kingdom Dao Laws] cover the world, with their blessing, a distracted Chong Guang seeking the golden core might not necessarily be their match.
As the saying goes, a wise man submits to circumstances.
The trend of Lu Yang ruling the world was already set. As long as Uncle Chong Guang wasn't stupid, he wouldn't risk going against him at this juncture.
Boom!
The next second, the formation on Lone Heart Island opened. Suo Huan walked out with a smile, clasping his hands. "The Immortal Envoy graces us with his presence. This humble cultivator is truly honored."
As a counterpart from a different history, Suo Huan had absolutely no difficulty impersonating Suo Lan. The respect and humility in his demeanor were carved into his bones. Thus, the two envoys suspected nothing. Instead, they nodded arrogantly and followed Suo Huan into Lone Heart Island without any guard.
Then, both of them froze.
Upon entering the island and stepping into the main hall, Lu Yang's figure immediately caught their eyes, and an indescribably intense sense of crisis abruptly rose in their hearts.
Not good...
Before they could react, Lu Yang's voice drifted over eerily:
"Fellow Daoists, you were originally disciples under my command. After reincarnating once and infiltrating various factions, how could you forget your past karma? Why do you not awaken quickly?"
As his voice fell, the two were stunned.
In an instant, under the influence of [Marionette], they couldn't help but recall "memories" of a past life. They let out long sighs, unable to stop themselves from exclaiming:
"Alas! We never thought we were actually subordinates of the Lord!"
In the next second, the wariness in their eyes when looking at Lu Yang vanished, replaced by utter loyalty. "Many thanks, My Lord, for enlightening us and guiding us back to the righteous path."
"A simple effort." Lu Yang grinned.
The entire process caused not a single ripple. The faint fluctuations of karma were completely dissolved into nothingness by the formation set up on Lone Heart Island beforehand.
What followed held no suspense. Since an official cultivator's death would cause their official title to return and expose the truth, Lu Yang didn't kill the Immortal Court envoy. Instead, he turned his gaze to the cultivator from the Sword Sect. With a single thought, the man revealed a look of heroic sacrifice and allowed Lu Yang to strike—
Boom!
A palm descended, and the Sword Sect cultivator was instantly reduced into ashes. Almost simultaneously, Lu Yang felt a sudden clarity, and countless images floated before his eyes.
It was a person's life.
Born into a great family of the Sword Sect, he lived a life of luxury and worry-free cultivation since childhood. He achieved foundation establishment step-by-step and finally accepted a family mission to go overseas to gild his resume...
Lu Yang watched all the way to the end—the ending he would have had if he hadn't met Lu Yang.
Late foundation establishment stage. Seeking perfection but failing, eventually dying of old age.
Throughout this process, his insights, his experiences, and all the corresponding karma clearly floated before Lu Yang's eyes.
Crack!
The next second, the images shattered.
Lu Yang looked at his palm, realizing the truth. Decent karma... but unfortunately, I am stronger than him, and the karma I carry is heavier than his.
The other party's karma was crushed by his own.
After all, he was already at the peak of foundation establishment. The mere possibility of a late foundation establishment cultivator was worthless to him and naturally of no use.
However—
If it were a cultivator currently at the peak of foundation establishment but destined to become a perfected lord in the future, their possibility would be of great use to me!
At this thought, Lu Yang's heart burned hot.
At the very least, I've verified one thing: even if they aren't my counterpart, I can still seize their possibilities by killing them!
Almost immediately, Lu Yang thought of Daoist Hong Tian. The man was suspected of planning to seek the [Heavenly Fire] again. Having failed once, he must be full of confidence to dare try again. If Lu Yang killed him and seized his possibility, it would undoubtedly be a massive tonic!
No, killing him directly is too wasteful.
Lu Yang shook his head, frowning deeply.
I have to help him seek the [Heavenly Fire], and then, just a moment before he succeeds, I'll kill him. That way, the possibility I seize will be most valuable!
Thinking of this, Lu Yang couldn't help but sigh with emotion.
Hong Yun, oh Hong Yun... even in another history, you play such a huge role for me. You truly are my Great Fortune!
In the last life, the key to turning the tables relied on you.
In this life, it seems I still have to rely on you!
Just then, Lu Yang suddenly raised his eyebrows.
Outside Lone Heart Island, the rising sun traversed the sky, casting brilliance down like a layer of gold leaf on the sea surface, reflecting an illusory and majestic scene.
Within it, a figure stood quietly.
He had a handsome and elegant appearance, wearing golden robes. He held a book in his left hand, his right hand clasped behind his back, and an official seal tied at his waist. He looked majestic and ethereal.
It's Daoist Hong Tian...
Lu Yang was astonished. Although this Daoist Hong Tian was Hong Yun's counterpart, he lacked the decadent air of five thousand years of wasted time that Hong Yun had. Instead, he was filled with high-spirited fighting will. If not for the identical face, Lu Yang wouldn't even dare to confirm his identity.
He stood there, quietly watching Lone Heart Island.
Across the formation, he gazed at Lu Yang. The expression on his face changed several times—from confusion to curiosity, and finally turning into an indescribable anticipation.
The next second, he took a step forward.
With just this one step, he walked out of the reflection on the sea surface. His aura returned to simplicity and truth, revealing that he, too, had reached the profound state of peak foundation establishment.
A clear voice drifted over with the wind:
"May I ask for your name Fellow Daoist... and do you come from the outside world?"