Chương 185: Ancestor of Spiritual Roots

"I have heard that you, young friend, have been widely spreading the path of spiritual cultivation in the underworld, guiding many ghosts there towards immortality. I wonder if you have any intention of spreading this teachings among the human race?"

Shennong stared intently at Fang Yang, his eyes filled with anticipation.

The Spiritual Root Immortal Path was created by the human race, and its level cannot compare to the Golden Core Path. However, this path of cultivation belongs entirely to the human race.

Fang Yang himself may not have realized the significance of the Spiritual Root Immortal Path, but Emperor Shennong realized it after learning of its existence.

The cultivation path of the human race itself is the easiest way to build the human race's confidence.

Since the Great Emperor Shennong cared deeply for the human race, he naturally hoped that Fang Yang could spread this cultivation system belonging to the human race to the human race.

Upon hearing this, Fang Yang felt a surge of joy.

His spiritual root immortal path had not even produced a single Great Luo Golden Immortal, yet he was able to receive an invitation from the Human Emperor, which was truly beyond his expectations.

There are many cultivation systems in the world, but how many can actually receive an invitation from the Human Emperor?

Thinking of this, he cupped his hands in greeting to Emperor Shennong: "I am honored by Your Majesty's favor. Spreading the Dao of Spiritual Roots among the human race has always been part of my plans."

Yes, spreading the Dao of Spiritual Roots among the human race has always been part of Fang Yang's plan. It's just that he has never had the time to preach it.

He had just perfected his spiritual root and immortal path when he was assigned to go to the Underworld. He had only just returned to the Primordial World from the Underworld when he rushed to the Hundred Thousand Mountains to rescue people.

During this process, he simply couldn't find the time to preach.

Since the Great Emperor Shennong has mentioned this matter, it is imperative to spread the path of spiritual roots and immortality among the human race.

Fang Yang paused, then continued, "The reason why the Jiuli tribe can attract mortals to join is partly because many mortals cannot embark on the path of immortality. I believe that if the path of spiritual root immortality could be introduced to the human race, it could weaken the power of the Jiuli tribe to some extent."

"good!"

Upon hearing this, the Great Emperor Shennong clapped his hands in praise.

In truth, the Shennong Emperor had always worried that Fang Yang lacked a sense of belonging to the land-dwelling human race. After all, Fang Yang had spent his time in the vast overseas world and had not received any favors from the land-dwelling human race.

In this respect, Shennong the Great worried for nothing.

Although Fang Yang was not a merciful and compassionate deity who could save people from suffering, he still knew what race he was of, where his ancestors were, and where he grew up.

Even if the relationship with someone of the same race is distant, it is still closer than with someone of a different race. No matter how much he supports someone of a different race, they can destroy his efforts to spread his teachings with a single sentence: "Those who are not of our race are sure to have different hearts."

If humanity performs well, he will certainly support them; if humanity fails, he will simply eliminate the unpromising part and recreate the humanity he desires.

"Young friend Fang Yang, on behalf of countless mortals of my human race, I thank you!"

Although Shennong the Great did not bow to Fang Yang, his tone was full of gratitude.

With the emergence of the Spirit Root Immortal Path, how many mortals of the human race will be able to step onto the Immortal Path?

Mortals are too fragile; they cannot withstand even the slightest disaster or calamity. Stepping onto the path of immortality not only enhances the strength of humanity but also reduces human casualties in future tribulations.

"Your Majesty is too kind to this humble monk. I am truly unworthy of such praise."

Fang Yang repeatedly said he dared not.

In spreading his teachings, both he and humanity benefited from it. Mortals who learned his Taoist arts could prolong their lives, avoid calamities, and even achieve immortality. By transmitting his Taoist arts to humanity, he could reap the rewards of all beings' efforts to cultivate the Tao.

The Shennong Emperor confirmed Fang Yang's plan to spread his teachings among the human race, and his impression of Fang Yang improved.

"If you trust me, young friend, could you entrust me with the fundamental principles of cultivating the Spirit Root Immortal Path, so that I may send people to promote it? I am not capable of spreading this method to the human race on my own."

Shennong the Great was eager to promote the spiritual root immortal path, not out of a desire for quick success or instant benefits.

In the primordial world, promoting the cultivation of Taoist arts is equivalent to promoting education and eradicating illiteracy.

It must be understood that even celestial beings are no different from ants in the grand scheme of things, let alone mortals. Only by popularizing cultivation education can we improve the productivity of the entire human race and enhance its survival capabilities.

The words of the Divine Emperor Shennong left Fang Yang speechless. It wasn't that Fang Yang was unwilling, but rather that he couldn't do it.

The core of the Spirit Root Immortal Path is the World Tree. Without the World Tree as its cloud server, the Spirit Root Immortal Path ceases to be the Spirit Root Immortal Path.

The number of human beings is simply too vast, countless as the sands of the Ganges, more than the leaves of the World Tree. If Fang Yang wants to bestow spiritual roots upon all mortals of the human race, he would have to pluck all the leaves from the World Tree.

How could Fang Yang bear to harm the Tree of the World in this way?

Seeing the troubled look on Fang Yang's face, the Shennong Emperor knew that his request was somewhat difficult: "Young friend, if you have any difficulties, you can speak frankly."

Fang Yang nodded slightly and said truthfully, "Your Majesty trusts me, and I should not refuse. However, to cultivate the spiritual root immortal path, one needs the assistance of a divine object. The number of divine objects is limited, and I cannot provide too many at once."

Before the Shennong Emperor, Fang Yang made no attempt to conceal the existence of his second physical body—the World Tree. Even if he tried to hide it, he couldn't. The cultivation levels of these celestial giants were terrifying; before them, no matter how many secrets Fang Yang had, they would be exposed.

Fang Yang swayed his body, and the phantom of the World Tree appeared above his head.

When Shennong saw the phantom of the World Tree, he was indeed not surprised at all: "So that's how it is. This spiritual root immortal path is nothing without the World Tree."

The World Tree's greatest use is its ability to extract chaotic energy from afar and transform it into spiritual energy. This is the foundation upon which the path of spiritual roots and immortality has spread widely.

Without the World Tree, the Spirit Root Immortal Path, like other immortal paths, will begin to consume the spiritual energy of heaven and earth. How long can the spiritual energy of heaven and earth be sustained if all living beings in the mortal world are brought into the immortal path?

Even in spiritual practice, sustainable development must be considered.

The World Tree is the foundation of sustainable development! Without this foundation, there can be no development.

"Your Majesty has keen insight," Fang Yang said frankly.

"The number of human beings is as numerous as the sands of the Ganges, but their spiritual roots are limited. If we were to forcibly bestow spiritual roots upon everyone, not only would it damage the World Tree, but the supply of spiritual energy to the World Tree would also be affected, and the matter of spreading the Dao would become empty talk."

The Shennong Emperor suddenly realized his mistake and nodded repeatedly: "The Dharma cannot be passed on lightly; it was my oversight. In that case, young friend, please do your best, and I will pass on the spiritual root to someone with the right destiny."

Fang Yang said solemnly, "Your Majesty is wise and decisive. In fact, once a spiritual root combines with a cultivator, it can be integrated into the cultivator's bloodline. If the cultivator has enough good fortune, his descendants can also inherit the spiritual root."

"oh."

Upon hearing that the Spirit Root Immortal Path actually possessed such a characteristic, Emperor Shennong's eyes lit up. If what Fang Yang said was true, then the development prospects of the Spirit Root Immortal Path were incredibly promising.

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