World’s End: My Keyword is One More Than Others
Chapter 584: The soul is incomplete

"Senior, should we continue to wait? The spiritual power of Mount Sumeru is insufficient to support the cultivation of over two hundred thousand celestial soldiers. There's Dao resonance, but we can't cultivate, and many have started to question the previous decision," said Emperor Changsheng.

These days, besides comprehending Dao resonance, Emperor Changsheng spent his time building the Pure Land of Ultimate Bliss to fulfill his grand vow. However, with so many celestial soldiers cultivating on Mount Sumeru, the spiritual power often ran dry, severely disrupting the construction of the Pure Land.

The spiritual power in the mortal realm is too thin, and there are too few blessed lands to support the simultaneous cultivation of many high-level beings.

"Yes, we need an opportunity," Du Ge said as he reviewed the data compiled from various places.

Inspired by the "Human Race Daily," the Literary Heart and Martial Courage surged. Gradually, scholars with first-grade Literary Heart and tenth-realm Martial Courage emerged, but no Literary Saint or Martial Saint had appeared.

To ensure authenticity and credibility, Du Ge set the standard for becoming a Literary Saint as achieving the three immortalities of establishing words, virtue, and merit, while a Martial Saint required merit, faith, righteousness, and courage. This standard seemed a bit high and not achievable in a short time.

Du Ge did not intend to change this setting, just as he did not interfere with the development of other Alien Star warriors. He needed to prolong the time on the Alien Star Battlefield to strengthen himself, not to quickly dominate this world.

"Can't you change the rules with a word of law, making the mortal realm as filled with spiritual power as the celestial court?" Bai Da's eyes held a hint of hope. The demon race wanted to reclaim the celestial realm, not just for pride, but for spiritual power, to give their race a chance to advance further.

"A single move affects the whole situation; world rules cannot be changed at will," Du Ge glanced at Bai Da and said, "Arbitrarily changing world rules might eventually lead to world collapse, leaving nothing behind."

Pu Hua Heavenly Lord looked up at Du Ge, then closed his eyes to rest. His realm was the highest, with deep insights. In recent days, he had advanced further in the path of thunder law, dispelling any doubts about Du Ge's identity.

"You once vowed to bring the spiritual power of the celestial court into the mortal realm..." Bai Da said.

"So it's about bringing, not creating spiritual power out of thin air," Du Ge laughed.

He held the greatest authority among the human race, and theoretically, he could maximize the effect of the Heavenly Mandate. However, in recent issues of the "Human Race Daily," his statements had become increasingly scarce.

Du Ge realized he couldn't randomly define things. Otherwise, contradictions might arise, leading to a collapse of trust. Once the people no longer trusted him as the Human Emperor, the Heavenly Mandate would be rendered useless.

The recent "Human Race Daily" focused on striking down corrupt officials, emphasizing the use of heavy punishments in chaotic times.

Although Du Ge could now simulate many skills through Dao resonance, the second fierce skill had yet to appear, which continued to bother him.

As they were talking, a figure suddenly appeared before them. It was a middle-aged man in black, with phoenix eyes and a long beard under his chin. Upon appearing, his gaze locked onto Du Ge, exuding an aura of authority without anger.

Du Ge looked at the newcomer, maintaining a calm exterior, but inside, he was shocked. His perception spanned the five continents, and nothing around could escape his senses. The formations that shielded perception were useless to him.

Yet the newcomer seemed non-existent; Du Ge could see him but couldn't sense him. Moreover, the moment the person appeared, Du Ge felt as if the entire space around him was locked, making him extremely uncomfortable.

A formidable opponent!

Du Ge smiled slightly, stood up, and cupped his fists in greeting, "Greetings, Underworld Emperor."

Pu Hua Heavenly Lord was already one of the world's top experts. With Du Ge's current strength, he could face him calmly. Only a few people could exert such pressure on him, and in an instant, Du Ge knew who the visitor was!

Realizing who it was, Du Ge felt a sense of joy. The Underworld Emperor's sudden appearance could only mean one thing: the twilight tribulation had taken effect.

"Greetings, Underworld Emperor."

Pu Hua Heavenly Lord and the others all stood up to greet the Underworld Emperor, their expressions tinged with nervousness. Especially Bai Da and a few other demon kings, their nerves were stretched to the limit, fearing the Underworld Emperor might strike them down, as he was on the same level as the Demon Emperor.

"Greetings, Human Emperor."

The Underworld Emperor nodded to Pu Hua Heavenly Lord and the others, but only returned the greeting to Du Ge with a cupped fist.

He gave Du Ge a feeling of being elusive, while Du Ge seemed immovable like a mountain, deeply intertwined with the fortune of the human race. It was as if attacking him would immediately trigger a backlash from the entire human race's fortune.

The most terrifying part was that the Underworld Emperor saw a strong power of merit on Du Ge, as if saying that everything he did was right, which was utterly absurd.

The Underworld Emperor originally came to hold Du Ge accountable, but now he had to suppress his anger.

"Human Emperor, may I have a word with you?" the Underworld Emperor said.

"Is the Underworld Emperor here for the twilight tribulation?" Du Ge asked with a smile, not moving.

At these words, everyone was moved.

"Indeed, I am here for the twilight tribulation," the Underworld Emperor's eyes flashed with a hint of anger, "I have no grudge against the Human Emperor, so why harm me?"

"Without destruction, there can be no construction," Du Ge said, looking intently at the Underworld Emperor with a smile, "Without a crisis, how would the Underworld Emperor be willing to leave the underworld?"

"..." The Underworld Emperor was stunned.

"Underworld Emperor, in my world, there are three thousand paths to sainthood, and just among my disciples, six have become saints, with countless quasi-saints," Du Ge laughed, "But in this world, why is there only one Dao Ancestor who has become a saint? Have you ever considered the reason?"

"No calamity?" the Underworld Emperor said.

"Exactly," Du Ge clapped his hands, "Without the twilight tribulation, wouldn't the Underworld Emperor still be in the underworld, watching from the sidelines, waiting to reap the benefits? Without the heart to strive, how can one become a saint?"

"The twilight tribulation has weakened my strength; can I become a saint?" the Underworld Emperor asked.

"If you don't become a saint, you'll perish. Does the Underworld Emperor dare not to strive?" Du Ge laughed.

"Even if I become a saint, I can't escape the twilight tribulation," the Underworld Emperor said.

"Then learn from me, break through to become a saint, and merge with the Heavenly Dao," Du Ge said.

"There can only be one with the Heavenly Dao," the Underworld Emperor said.

"Why can't that person be you?" Du Ge laughed, looking directly at the Underworld Emperor, "Friend, it's time to awaken."

The Underworld Emperor was shaken, looking back at Du Ge, pressing, "You preach in the world, who can compete with you?"

"If you can't compete, then don't compete?" Du Ge retracted his smile, "Beyond the Heavenly Dao, there is still Pan-Universal Entertainment, which transcends the three realms and is not within the five elements. If you don't become the Heavenly Dao, is there no other path?

Underworld Emperor, when I say there are three thousand paths to sainthood, do you think there really are three thousand?

Originally, there was no path in the world. I have become the Heavenly Dao and am still seeking further advancement. Friend, don't you want to carve out your own path?"

The Underworld Emperor was stunned, seemingly enlightened.

"Friend, your realm is already sufficient; what you lack is the mindset and opportunity," Du Ge said, "Now, the methods to become a saint are everywhere, and there are still hundreds of Alien Star warriors. With your ability, nurturing them to sainthood in one step is not impossible."

"What mindset am I lacking?" the Underworld Emperor asked.

"The mindset of standing at the summit," Du Ge pointed to Emperor Changsheng and said, "The Infinite Life Buddha established a religion and is the first of his time. I established the path of the Human Emperor, also the first among humans. The Demon Emperor leads the demon race against the Celestial Emperor, the first among the demon race. The Underworld Emperor governs the underworld; do you have the heart to be first?"

"All this talk, you want to join forces with me against the Celestial Emperor," the Underworld Emperor suddenly laughed, "When you said heaven, earth, and humanity are equal, you already had this in mind!"

"Would the Underworld Emperor be willing to join me in resisting the celestial realm?" Du Ge invited with a smile, "If the Celestial Emperor falls, the twilight tribulation will disappear."

"You want to kill the Celestial Emperor?" The Underworld Emperor was shocked.

Pu Hua Heavenly Lord and the others held their breath, looking at Du Ge in disbelief.

"If you, the Demon Emperor, the Queen Mother, or the Dao Ancestor fall, it's the same," Du Ge said with a smile, as if discussing an insignificant matter.

"What if the Human Emperor falls?" the Underworld Emperor sneered, a cold, deathly aura suddenly emanating from him, enveloping everyone in the Great Hall.

"I've only been cultivating in this world for a little over two months, and besides, I'm just an incarnation. Do you think killing me would be useful?" Du Ge's body exuded Dark God power, countering the Underworld Emperor's pressure, and said indifferently, "If you kill me, who will guide you?"

"The Human Emperor is quite calculating," the Underworld Emperor looked at the Dark God power on Du Ge, snorted, and withdrew his aura.

"Underworld Emperor, you are skilled in soul techniques; could you teach me?" Du Ge smiled, suddenly changing the topic.

"Why should I teach you?" the Underworld Emperor asked.

"The keywords of Pan-Universal Entertainment penetrate the soul. With my ability, I can't activate the Dao resonance contained within. Borrowing your cultivation technique might be effective," Du Ge admitted.

Currently, Du Ge's cultivation techniques were becoming more comprehensive, even including blood techniques, yet he still couldn't find the backdoor left by Pan-Universal Entertainment on his soul, making him anxious.

Moreover, he discovered a very troubling fact.

Logically, at Du Ge's current realm, creating an external incarnation should be normal, but now he couldn't even split his soul.

Unable to find the backdoor and unable to split his soul meant he was still under the control of Pan-Universal Entertainment...

The only time he split his soul was when he awakened the skill of Soul Splitting, but that skill couldn't be brought into the battlefield, meaning Du Ge had to find a way to split his soul to stay in this world.

Du Ge forcibly separated the soul of an Alien Star warrior once.

But as soon as he pulled the soul out, it dissipated on the spot. It was unclear whether it triggered some mechanism or was remotely detonated by Pan-Universal Entertainment.

The Underworld Emperor was silent for a moment and said, "There's no reason not to. But I should also take a look at your cultivation technique."

"Of course."

Du Ge agreed with a smile. His current cultivation technique combined the strengths of various schools, altering all techniques beyond recognition, so he wasn't worried about the Underworld Emperor discovering their origins.

Hearing Du Ge's agreement, Emperor Changsheng and the others showed pained expressions. When Du Ge agreed to let them comprehend Dao resonance, they offered their cultivation techniques, but they forgot to exchange techniques with him!

That was the cultivation technique of a Heavenly Dao incarnation, surely containing some divine mysteries. Perhaps practicing it might even lead to cultivating Dao resonance!

But now, asking for it seemed a bit inappropriate.

...

Cultivating the Underworld Emperor's technique was most suitable in the underworld. After instructing Emperor Changsheng and the others to monitor the celestial court's movements, Du Ge and the Underworld Emperor went to the underworld.

This was Du Ge's first time in the underworld, a place dark and sunless, filled with a cold, deathly aura.

Ghost messengers directed the souls of the deceased, interrogating them, assessing their past deeds, and deciding whether they should serve in the underworld or be reincarnated...

Du Ge's gaze didn't linger on them, lest the Underworld Emperor discern his lack of knowledge and question his identity.

The Dark God power thrived in the underworld, and Du Ge felt no discomfort.

Upon reaching the Underworld Palace, the two took their seats as host and guest.

The Underworld Emperor took out a jade plate and said, "Human Emperor, my cultivation technique is called 'Heavenly Dao Underworld Domain Technique,' specializing in the soul, naturally restraining ghostly souls. It can be cultivated using the yin energy of the underworld or by directly absorbing ghostly souls to enhance one's power. This technique is domineering and conflicts with many worldly techniques, so if the Human Emperor wishes to cultivate it, proceed with caution."

"No problem."

Du Ge smiled and activated the jade plate.

With so many lice, one doesn't itch; with so many debts, one doesn't worry. Having even practiced blood techniques, why would he care about ghostly soul techniques?

The entire human race was his backing. Unless he could be destroyed instantly, no matter how severe the injuries, they could be healed in an instant.

After browsing through the entire "Heavenly Dao Underworld Domain Technique," Du Ge didn't hesitate for a moment and immediately began cultivating.

Unlike before, this cultivation was exceptionally smooth, with almost no conflict with his current techniques. The yin energy of the underworld naturally flowed through his meridians, integrating into his soul without stopping at the dantian, not even supplementing the Dark God power.

A vortex appeared above Du Ge's head, and the yin energy of the underworld was swallowed into his soul.

On Du Ge's personal interface, the mental power value skyrocketed, even leaving afterimages.

The Underworld Emperor used his golden eyes to observe Du Ge's soul during his cultivation, and what he saw shocked him.

Unlike those Alien Star warriors, Du Ge's soul was profound and powerful, seemingly on par with his own.

Moreover, when he cultivated the "Heavenly Dao Underworld Domain Technique," the yin energy not only nourished the soul but also fed back to the body. Yet, with the same technique, all the yin energy Du Ge absorbed was channeled into his soul.

...

Du Ge was even more shocked than the Underworld Emperor.

The "Heavenly Dao Underworld Domain Technique" allowed him to introspect his soul.

At the start of cultivation, Du Ge clearly saw another soul within his own—his Earth soul.

This was the first time Du Ge saw his own soul.

His soul was imprisoned within the soul of Du Ge from Qi Yuan Star.

Compared to the outer soul, the inner soul was more lively, even carrying a hint of ethereal transcendence.

The outer soul of Du Ge from Qi Yuan Star, however, appeared much more sluggish.

Dual souls in one body.

This was something Du Ge had anticipated.

After all, Pan-Universal Entertainment's keyword determination was based on the soul. He had two souls, naturally two keywords.

What truly shocked Du Ge was that both the outer Du Ge and the inner Du Ge had a missing piece in their souls, making them incomplete.

Was it caused by the Soul Splitting skill?

Or was this missing piece the key to Pan-Universal Entertainment's control over them?

If it was the latter, then he had no chance of completing his soul on this planet, which meant he couldn't escape Pan-Universal Entertainment's control in this world;

If it was the former, then he had simply brought this upon himself, and his so-called backup plan on Qi Yuan Star had backfired.

Du Ge was no longer a novice in cultivation and naturally understood the importance of the soul in cultivation. With an incomplete soul, he couldn't fully master any cultivation technique...

The most crucial part was that, in his quest to explore the mysteries of Pan-Universal Entertainment, he had once split a piece of his soul to impersonate the Sun God on the Alien Star Battlefield.

Then he was captured by Pan-Universal Entertainment and sealed in the Simulation Field.

To retrieve his soul, did he have to make a trip to Pan-Universal Entertainment's headquarters?

Thinking of this, Du Ge couldn't help but want to slap himself.

Damn it.

The Soul Splitting skill really wasn't a good one!

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