Chapter 999: Chapter 989: Pros and Cons

“Ah…”

Sun Daniu’s words reached the ears of Ye Fangxian, Zhang Tianci, and the others.

At first, they were slightly stunned, and then, after reacting, some people’s expressions changed, and they directly let out an exclamation.

Some were puzzled and raised objections: “I remember that when Golden Dawn Island first moved to the Thirty-Three Layers of Heaven, Master had just stepped into the Quasi-Saint Realm not long ago, still in the initial stage.”

“Over these thousands of years, we have been treading in place, with little progress in strength, but Master’s strength has advanced further, stepping into the mid Quasi-Saint stage.”

“If Senior Brother Daniu’s words are true, and there is a lack of laws within the Grotto Heaven on this Golden Dawn Island, hindering the improvement of strength, then what about Master?”

“Master is the Cave Heaven Master, he has already transcended this realm, naturally, the lack of rules in the Grotto Heaven would have no impact on him.”

“Although we have achieved Daluo, we can’t transcend, and without Master’s permission, even if we join forces, it’s difficult to break through the barrier and go outside the Grotto Heaven.”

“Can you accomplish what Master can easily achieve?”

…

As the topic arose, the disciples in the hall gathered together, discussing in low voices.

In the presence of their Master, Chen Hai, the disciples discussed freely, though it seemed somewhat discourteous, Chen Hai never cared about such formalities.

Perhaps it was precisely because they knew his laid-back nature that the disciples behaved this way in the hall.

You said something, I said another, and after discussing for quite a while, everyone’s eyes finally fell on Chen Hai, leisurely sipping tea by the side.

“For every advantage, there is a disadvantage.”

“The existence of the Grotto Heaven can create a very stable cultivation sanctuary for those disciples below Daluo, which is its advantage.”

“As for the disadvantage, as Daniu said, the severe lack of laws within the Grotto Heaven is certainly unfavorable for those Daluo Golden Immortals who need Path Enlightenment to improve their strength.”

“If I could take a big step forward and achieve Primordial Chaos Daluo Golden Immortal, I might be able to complete some of the rules of the Grotto Heaven, transforming it into a true small world.”

“Otherwise, if you want to loosen the stuck realm and leave the Grotto Heaven for the Primordial Land, it is indeed a feasible method.”

Feeling everyone’s gaze on him, Chen Hai calmly finished the remaining half cup of tea in front of him, smiled, and spoke.

After speaking, he paused briefly and added, “The Primordial Land nowadays is already chaotic, and even Daluo Golden Immortals have the risk of falling there.”

“Although our Black Water lineage never stirs up trouble, we still have some enemies indeed.”

“While on the Golden Dawn Island within the Grotto Heaven, your strength may not improve, but it offers stability. If you face life-threatening danger in the Primordial Land, I surely won’t go out of my way to rescue you; whether you succeed in overcoming tribulations depends entirely on yourselves.”

“If anyone, like Daniu, wishes to return to the Primordial Land for cultivation, you can bring it up now.”

“The path is for you to choose, and I surely won’t prevent it.”

“What I just said is merely a reminder for you to think it through carefully before making a decision!”

With a gentle smile, Chen Hai’s gaze swept over everyone present.

He never liked forcing others in what he did.

Of course, this was only limited to serious matters; that day, when dealing with Lady Yuji, he found that a twisted melon still tasted quite sweet.

However, the promise he made to his disciples now wasn’t just empty words; he genuinely thought this way.

After his speech, he withdrew his gaze from the crowd and didn’t say another word, merely watching those before him quietly.

Looking at each other, the entire hall fell into silence,

Besides Chen Hai, the ten-odd disciples here in Black Water Immortal Mountain were not only the ceiling in terms of strength but also held high status.

Some had gotten accustomed to their current lifestyle and didn’t want to return to the Primordial Land and engage in battles or fight for elusive opportunities.

Having them leave Golden Dawn Island to return to the Primordial Land, they were certainly dismissive.

But having heard the Way in the morning, one could die content by evening. For most, strength prevailed, and they were all eager to ascend to the Quasi-Saint Realm above Daluo continually.

After hearing Chen Hai’s assurance that he wouldn’t impede their departure, those who were eager were visibly touched, but without anyone stepping forward as the pioneer, their thoughts remained concealed for the moment.

“These years, staying in Black Water Immortal Mountain, having lived in comfort for so long, I feel like I’ve lost my past fighting spirit and passion.”

“For some, perhaps they enjoy this lifestyle, but from my perspective, continuing this way is not viable, after all, I still want to see what the peak above Daluo looks like.”

“Engagement in battles will rekindle my fighting spirit, and the chaotic environment on the Primordial Land now seems more suitable for honing my will.”

“If Master doesn’t oppose, I too wish to return to the Primordial Land like Daniu!”

After a long silence, finally, Ye Fangxian gritted his teeth, stepped forward, and requested respectfully after bowing to Chen Hai.

“Very well; later, I will directly send you and Daniu out of the Grotto Heaven!”

Still with a gentle smile, Chen Hai nodded, then looked at the other people in the hall: “What about you? Is there anyone else who wishes to go with them?”

“Now that I have the time, I can conveniently send you out together. Otherwise, once I start secluded cultivation, before you know it, several millennia might have passed again?”

His question caused those disciples who were indecisive to feel restless.

“Master, I also wish to return to the Primordial Land. Having achieved Daluo, my strength has stagnated, and it is frustrating. I hope Master will fulfill this!”

“I am as well.”

“Count me in with Senior Brother Daniu and the others returning to the Primordial Land.”

…

With Ye Fangxian stepping forward as the pioneer, upon Chen Hai’s further inquiry, a total of seven or eight out of over ten disciples in the hall stepped forward one after another.

It seems that among Chen Hai’s direct disciples, those who favored comfort were the minority, and most still harbored higher pursuits in terms of their strength and realm.