In Li Xiuzhu's mind, the memories belonging to the generations of Ying Long surged endlessly.

Then emerged a recollection belonging to the previous Ying Long.

Ji Wuchang, wielding the Human Emperor Sword, charged into the Dragon Palace, combining the Heavenly Sword technique with the Human Emperor Sword, moving as though in an unoccupied space.

The already wounded Ying Long was utterly defeated, left with no choice but to flee in panic.

Yet those blood-red eyes seemed capable of seeing through all demonic transformations, no matter how well hidden; they always managed to catch up, leaving a profound impression on Ying Long.

Upon hearing what Li Xiuzhu said, Zhou Bai was slightly taken aback. It was the first time someone had discovered his Demon Illuminating Eye.

"The Demon Illuminating Eye has a compulsion to slay demons, doesn't it? Seeing demons would naturally urge you to slay them."

"Now, every human carries demon blood in their veins. When you see ordinary people, do you feel the urge to kill them?" Li Xiuzhu said, "If it troubles you, the Great Sky Flipping Fist Intent should help suppress the demon-slaying impulse of the Demon Illuminating Eye."

Zhou Bai was slightly taken aback, secretly wondering if Li Xiuzhu had noticed his Demon Illuminating Eye long ago, which was why he intended to teach him the fist intent to suppress it.

Yet he shook his head, "I can entirely suppress the Demon Illuminating Eye myself, there's no need for the Great Sky Flipping Fist Intent.

Li Xiuzhu, demons are tremendously powerful creatures. Even the Heavenly Court fell to them back then. Allowing humans to awaken demon blood will only invite stronger enemies in the future. Do you truly comprehend the magnitude of the demon threat?"

"I'm well aware of the power of demons, but there's no time to worry about that now. We can deal with future matters when they come. Humanity must first obtain the right to autonomy to have a future," Li Xiuzhu said calmly:

"First use demonic power to counter the Heavenly Court. Once we truly master aberrant weapons, we can stand proudly in the world, possessing the power to confront major forces. Even if some demons revive, it's no cause for concern."

Li Xiuzhu: "Currently, it's an era twisted by the Heavenly Dao, not the time of the human-demon wars five hundred years ago."

Zhou Bai stared directly into Li Xiuzhu's eyes. Both their consciousnesses seemed to clash in the air, dispersing Primordial Spirit energy unconsciously, colliding with explosive sounds.

Zhou Bai shook his head, suppressing the killing intent and restlessness in his heart while saying coldly, "Your thoughts are too extreme. I don't agree with using the awakening of demon bloodlines as a means to strengthen humanity. I will also never accept your Great Sky Flipping Fist Intent."

Li Xiuzhu looked at Zhou Bai without backing down, saying calmly, "You've always opposed my plan. Do you have a method of saving humanity in its current state? If you have a better method than mine, I'd fully support you."

Zhou Bai paused slightly, not responding. In truth, his feelings towards the people of this era remain highly conflicted to this day.

Most of humanity now is probably a mixed blood of demons and Spiritual People, and it's uncertain how many still carry Homo sapiens lineage. But those truly sharing a bloodline with Zhou Bai have turned into nothing more than data, like the Heavenly Demon.

What Zhou Bai truly cares about has always been about increasing his strength and uncovering the truth behind everything, not really thinking about leading current humanity to rise.

At most, he considered protecting certain human forces close to him, like East Hua City and previously the Sky Flipping Sect.

Li Xiuzhu stared at Zhou Bai, articulating each word: "Zhou Bai, in this world, what method exists that involves no sacrifice, no effort, allowing success simply by lying down? Awakening demon blood, unleashing human potential to resist the Heavenly Court and Heavenly Demon, is the only way I can think of now to continue development under the oppression of the Heavenly Court."

"After obtaining aberrant weapons from the Sky Flipping Sect, we have no retreat. The Heavenly Court will show us no mercy and will only reinforce its vigilance against humanity in the future."

"And you?" Li Xiuzhu's gaze was like a fathomless pool, showing no emotion: "Have you just been spinning around aimlessly, merely wanting to become stronger? With the righteous gods of the Heavenly Court, the Immortals, as well as the demons, the Heavenly Demons, and us humans, which side can you stand with, apart from the human race? Do you have any stance outside of humanity?"

Qian Wangsun suddenly narrowed his gaze, witnessing the future scene, revealing a face filled with immense shock and hesitation.

Seeing the confrontation between the two, he immediately wanted to stop them from continuing: "Wait a moment, there's no need to argue yet. Hasn't it gotten to this point? We can discuss any issues properly..."

Zhou Bai glared at Li Xiuzhu, saying: "From the human standpoint, you're sacrificing some lives to achieve your goals. Have you considered their thoughts? How many will turn from human to demon, how many will be consumed?"

"Their thoughts?" Li Xiuzhu asked: "Are you hoping for a world where everyone's thoughts are respected? Some feel siding with the Heavenly Court is good, some just want to live day by day, others wish to join the Heavenly Demon. Should all these thoughts be respected?"

Zhou Bai denied: "I'm not speaking of traitorous people; I'm speaking of ordinary civilians."

"Ordinary civilians," Li Xiuzhu said: "Are you suggesting we ask all humans' opinions and let everyone vote to decide humanity's future trajectory? Let the so-called 'majority' lacking wisdom and knowledge decide humanity's destiny?"

Zhou Bai furrowed his brow: "They don't have enough wisdom and strength to decide the future for humanity, but at least they should have the right to choose their destiny. Otherwise, how are you different from the Heavenly Court? And once demons revive in the future, what immense cost must humanity pay to deal with them? If failed, too, and demons reclaim dominance over the world, the plight of humanity will only worsen."

"Who in this world can choose their destiny?" Li Xiuzhu laughed, pointing to his own head: "Even we can't control our fates. No matter how powerful we are, we can't ensure our success or even guarantee how long we live."

His mind flooded with Ying Long's memories, and his eyes seemed to flash with countless death scenes: "Do you know how many species, countries, and civilizations have perished in the billions of years on this land? All we can do is choose a direction that's less lousy, that bears some potential, and fight with everything we have."

Li Xiuzhu: "You want no sacrifice? You want no failure? You want to thoroughly control your destiny?"

"Zhou Bai..." Li Xiuzhu shook his head, suddenly laughed, and looked deeply at Zhou Bai: "You want to be a god."

"To be an all-powerful, all-knowing god."