CHAPTER 1939: CHAPTER 1222: NEW HEAVEN AND EARTH, NEW RULES (PART 2)

"Later, everyone will join hands with me to establish a Chaos Heaven between the Supreme Heaven and the Heavenly Realm, as a secluded place for Quasi-Saints to practice."

"After the creation of Chaos Heaven, all Quasi-Saints in the Prehistoric World are compelled to go to Chaos Heaven to practice. Similarly, all beings above Quasi-Saints must enter Supreme Heaven for training."

"It is imperative to ensure that in the New Era, the Innate Dao Sovereign is the upper limit of the Chaos World."

Jiang Chen spoke without expression, but his tone was full of determination, leaving no room for doubt.

He had this idea for a long time, but previously his cultivation was too weak to implement it.

Now, both in strength and reputation, he is regarded as the foremost in the Prehistoric World, and he already has the ability to forcibly implement this matter, regardless of others’ opinions.

Limiting those above the Dao Sovereign, prohibiting their presence between Heaven and Earth.

This indeed seems unfriendly to the powerful, as it restricts their freedom. But for Heaven and Earth themselves, it is an enormously beneficial thing.

The fewer strong beings between Heaven and Earth, the safer Heaven and Earth become—this has been proven. Before the West Journey Quantitative Calamity, every destruction of the Prehistoric World was caused by conflicts among the strong.

In contrast, the West Journey Quantitative Calamity, due to the absence of interference from the strong, did not cause damage to Heaven and Earth.

This shows that regardless of the type of tribulation number, as long as there is no interference from the strong, it can be kept within certain limits.

At the same time, battles among the strong, even if they do not destroy Heaven and Earth, can affect its operation, at the least causing mountains and rivers to fracture and living beings to perish, at the worst altering the rules and spawning deadly places.

Even just for the principle of protecting living beings, a limit should be placed on the strong between Heaven and Earth.

These are the reasons Jiang Chen restricts the strong, and it is also his duty as the Heaven Emperor.

The Heaven Emperor must not only govern all beings of Heaven and Earth but also ensure their safety and provide them with a better future. In this way, he is considered a qualified Heaven Emperor.

"Uh this..."

The people did not expect Jiang Chen to utter such words.

However, although they were shocked, they did not immediately oppose it. Because overall, although Jiang Chen’s requirement restricted them, thinking carefully, it was beneficial to them.

After all, they are Great Divine Transcendents, and are about to reach the realm of Primordial Chaos. Even if the cultivation is limited to the Innate Dao Sovereign, it is incomparable with those newly arriving at the Innate Dao Sovereign.

It can even be said, as Innate Dao Sovereigns, they could take on ten at a time without issue.

From this perspective, Jiang Chen’s requirement is indeed beneficial to them. But from another perspective, why should they suppress their cultivation?

If they do not suppress their cultivation, then so-called Innate Dao Sovereign, to them, is no different from ants.

Jiang Chen’s demand is indeed excessive, hesitating for a long time, a Great Divine Transcendent finally spoke: "Must we suppress our cultivation?"

Their powerful cultivation is their greatest advantage, and Jiang Chen’s words just nullified this advantage, naturally, they are unwilling.

"There is no room for argument, even for the Saints, it is the same. Of course, this restriction is only applicable to Chaos World. If dissatisfied, you can very well go to the Chaos."

"There, there are no restrictions at all!"

Jiang Chen’s tone did not change in the slightest, what cannot be done cannot be allowed, even if everyone opposes it, it still cannot be done.

"Your Majesty is somewhat domineering, it seems that our choices are not many. Either retreat to Supreme Heaven for practice or leave Chaos World to go to Chaos, no second choice."

Some Great Divine Transcendents detected something amiss, asking in a slightly indifferent tone.

What was initially believed to be a voluntary decision regarding moving to Supreme Heaven, now from Jiang Chen’s words, is understood that if they are unwilling to move to Supreme Heaven, the only path is to leave Chaos World.

"Indeed so."

"No being above the Dao Sovereign is permitted to linger in Chaos World. This is the new rule of Chaos World, no living being shall defy it."

"If living beings in the New Era cannot endure it, then Heaven’s punishment awaits them. But it is different for you, for you have contributed to Heaven and Earth."

"The Heavenly Dao does not wish to clash with you, therefore providing you with a new choice. If the new rules of Heaven and Earth are unbearable, then let us part ways amicably and leave."

Originally, there was no such rule between Heaven and Earth, but Jiang Chen is the Heaven Emperor, and if he declares it to be so, then the rule exists.

As soon as his voice fell, suddenly, all living beings between Heaven and Earth sensed it, and a new rule appeared between Heaven and Earth, forbidding beings above the Innate Dao Sovereign from remaining between Heaven and Earth.

"This..."

All the Great Divine Transcendents changed their expressions, not anticipating Jiang Chen to be so domineering, without even the notion of consulting with them, he directly established a rule.

They had thought Jiang Chen was negotiating with them just now, only to find out he was merely informing them.

The safety of Heaven and Earth is indeed such that their opinions are of little importance. Previously because of paying too much heed to their opinions, it resulted in the repeated fragmentation of Chaos World.

Had the Taoist Ancestors acted as ruthlessly as Jiang Chen, restricting their actions, Chaos World would not have had to endure so many tribulations.

"Fellow Daoists, the calamity of Heaven and Earth’s destruction has just passed, I think you can understand my intentions, there are too many powerful beings in Chaos World, without restriction, it truly cannot work."

"Moreover, I’m not imprisoning you, it’s a blessing to reside in Supreme Heaven without knowing it, where you can comprehend the mystery of eternity, thereby reaching a higher realm."

"Supreme Heaven is my creation, I have not imposed any demand, other than having you not exit after entering, and the restriction is only on your true form, not on the avatar."

Knowing that sheer force alone would not work, Jiang Chen suitably softened his tone and began earnestly persuading them.

"Your Majesty is looking out for our best interests, we surely understand and are willing to accept your kindness, but the cultivation level of Innate Dao Sovereign is indeed a bit low."

"Moreover, Your Majesty mentioned that we have contributed to Chaos World, so could the conditions be slightly relaxed for us? For instance, the living beings of the New Era are limited to Taoist Master, but our cultivation could be limited as Quasi-Saint?"

Jiang Chen took a step back, and the Great Divine Transcendents likewise did not go too far, retreating a step as well, suitably relaxing their request.

This attitude reflects the majority’s thoughts, to restrict the true form is acceptable, but they should be accorded some special treatment to distinguish their uniqueness.

"Supreme Heaven is established by Your Majesty, so entering without exit according to Your Majesty’s requirement, I can understand."

"But for those unwilling to go to Supreme Heaven, why can’t they remain in Chaos World? Even Heavenly Dao cannot be so unreasonable."

Most people do not represent everyone, after all, there are a few who are unwilling to go to Supreme Heaven and instead wish to stay in Chaos World.

Or rather, they do not wish to forfeit the Fate of Chaos World. While the Eternal Dao within Supreme Heaven is profound, it is hard to comprehend, at least not enough with the cultivation of Daluo Jinxian of the Primordial.

Thus, some people thought, they will not head to Supreme Heaven immediately, but continue to stay in Chaos World, and after others have moved to Supreme Heaven, they would madly seize the Fate of Heaven and Earth to elevate their cultivation.

Then, after the effect of Fate is exhausted, and they can no longer elevate their cultivation, they would think of a way to enter Supreme Heaven—no hurry.

The Great Divine Transcendents who harbor such thoughts are definitely a minority, but they exist, and they are the ones opposing Jiang Chen’s orders.

Certainly, many respect Jiang Chen, and are willing to heed his words. But the prerequisite is that the detriment to their interests is minor.

People are driven by interests, if the interest is strong enough, even principles can be abandoned, let alone any slight admiration.

"In Chaos World, the Heavenly Dao is the greatest reason, such a simple request, and still you push back, I truly question your intentions."

"Despite the heavy injuries sustained by Chaos Demigods in the previous battle, it’s uncertain that other Chaos Demigods don’t remain hidden amongst the populace—I believe this matter deserves serious investigation."

Glancing at those dissenting Great Divine Transcendents, Jiang Chen sneered.