"Hahaha."
Chu Laomo's excitement was undeniable.
Fifth order, he had finally reached the fifth order.
His aura transformed into a surging demonic cloud, spreading throughout the Great Dao Universe.
Demonic figures flickered within the demonic cloud, each intertwined with chains of life and death.
"Congratulations."
Chen Fan offered his felicitations.
"Thank you, City Lord." Chu Laomo knew how this day had come to be.
The grievances of many days were now released.
Within their perception, everyone in the distance was filled with envy.
All were immersed in joy…
Only Zhao Kai's gaze was peculiar.
He scrutinized the City Lord with suspicion, and a trace of terror slowly appeared in his eyes.
Kuandi noticed Zhao Kai's change and asked, "What is it? What's with that expression?"
"..."
Zhao Kai's body trembled.
He dared not speak…
Slowly, everyone noticed Zhao Kai's abnormality.
"What's wrong?"
Bawang and Kuandi also looked over.
Frowning, they asked, "What exactly did you discover?"
"I..."
Zhao Kai grew more terrified.
He dared not speak…
At this moment, Chen Fan suddenly spoke, saying, "Speak."
He permitted it.
He had guessed what Zhao Kai had discovered.
"Gulp."
Zhao Kai swallowed, the terror in his eyes still present.
Trembling, he said, "City Lord, you've lost control of the Great Dao Universe..."
"What?"
As soon as this was said, everyone's expression changed dramatically.
They all understood what this meant.
"What are you talking about?" Bawang did not believe it.
"It's true."
Zhao Kai said anxiously, "The Great Dao Universe now has no master. I control the Dao of Death, and I would never be mistaken..."
"Impossible..." Kuandi frowned.
How could this be?
If the City Lord lost control of the Great Dao Universe, wouldn't that mean... this world no longer belonged to the City Lord?
"He is not lying."
Chen Fan had no choice but to step forward.
If he let Zhao Kai continue, no one would believe him.
Only he himself could say it.
Chen Fan said calmly, "I have indeed lost control of the Great Dao Universe. The Realm of Life and Death no longer belongs to me, and I am no longer the Realm Lord."
"What?"
Everyone was shocked.
Disbelieving gazes turned towards him.
"Listen to me."
Chen Fan remained calm, showing no panic despite losing the Great Dao Universe. "In this cycle, I have dispersed the Dao of Life and Death, and the last wisp of life and death origin has been given to Chu Laomo…
Don't rush, let me finish… From this moment on, I will not be the Realm Lord.
However, I will not abandon the Realm of Life and Death. I announce here that Zhao Kai shall be the Half-Dao Master of the Realm of Life and Death. You all must nominate another person to control the other half of the Dao."
His voice slowly rose, reaching everyone's ears. "The Realm of Life and Death is for life and death. Zhao Kai controls the Dao of Death. For the Dao of Life, another person is needed..."
"..."
Silence.
Within the Great Dao Universe, no one spoke.
Had the Dao of Life and Death changed hands?
To be honest, it was not entirely unacceptable, because the City Lord had said he would not abandon the Realm of Life and Death.
They would still be together, just not in control of the Great Dao Universe.
"Then... who will control the Dao of Life?" Xian Di, who had been silent for a long time, finally spoke.
He also wanted to know who would control the Dao of Life.
"Perhaps a Third Order Emperor."
Chen Fan stated his idea. "Third Order, with the power of life of a Realm Lord, can ascend to the Fourth Order."
Such a good opportunity could not be wasted.
For a moment, the Third Order Emperors were somewhat tempted.
Chu Laomo and Kuandi, both had already reached the Fourth Order and did not wish to be bound by the world.
But for the Third Order Emperors, this was a tremendous opportunity.
If they missed this chance, they might never reach the Fourth Order in their lives.
Becoming a Heavenly Emperor was not easy.
Kuandi directly said, "I recommend Xi Qiu..."
"I also think Xi Qiu is more suitable." Chen Fan added.
Xi Qiu was not only capable but also extremely wise.
With the City Lord's direct proposal, it set the tone.
There was nothing they could do. With the City Lord's support, others, even if they wanted to object, could not voice it.
Huo Xing and others were somewhat disappointed.
However, they were still convinced by Xi Qiu's usual methods of handling matters.
Seeing no objections, Chen Fan said, "Then Xi Qiu shall be the Half-Dao Master of Life."
"Thank you, City Lord."
Xi Qiu, excited, stepped forward.
Without a specific opportunity, his journey as a Third Order Emperor might have ended here.
A new path had opened.
Even if he were bound to the Realm of Life and Death from now on, it would be worth it.
Heavenly Emperor. Among the endless chaotic beings, less than one in ten million achieved this status.
"Hoo."
Xi Qiu exhaled a breath of relief.
He was about to... enter the Heavenly Emperor realm.
"Xi Qiu."
With the decision made, there was no need for further discussion. "Prepare to receive the Dao of Life..."
"Yes."
Xi Qiu stepped out.
"Descend."
Chen Fan uttered.
He raised his hand and grasped towards the sky...
Boom.
A Tai Chi diagram appeared between heaven and earth.
It gave a sense of life and death intertwining, yet it was not the power of life and death.
Xian Di's eyes instantly lit up. "Yin and Yang... the Great Dao of Yin and Yang..."
He was extremely excited.
Chen Fan had given up on life and death. Although no one had said anything, there was still some concern in their hearts.
Without life and death, what would the City Lord use?
At this moment, they understood... Yin and Yang.
Another path of duality, a Great Dao on par with life and death.
Chen Fan paid no heed to the shock of others.
This was Xi Qiu's moment.
Boom.
The Dao of Life descended, pouring into Xi Qiu's head.
The entire Great Dao Universe trembled as infinite life force poured into Xi Qiu's body without reservation.
It was like surging thunder.
His aura began to climb steadily.
"Ah..."
The life force, like great dragons, coursed through Xi Qiu's body.
His realm was still insufficient.
But at this moment, the immense energy shattered his meridians.
It couldn't be helped, this power was too vast.
As the meridians shattered, the life force immediately repaired them.
"Ah..."
Xi Qiu cried out in pain.
His meridians and body continuously shattered and regenerated…
After the energy infusion was halfway complete, Chen Fan withdrew his hand and said calmly, "From now on, it's up to you."
"I know."
Xi Qiu's face was contorted, but he said excitedly, "Your subordinate will definitely hold on."
This was the power of a Fifth Order Great World. If he couldn't hold on, Xi Qiu would die instantly.
And now, Chen Fan had given up the Dao of Life and Death, and could no longer revive anyone.
There were gains and losses.
Of course, Yin and Yang could also achieve this.
However, he had not yet reached the limit of the Great Dao of Yin and Yang and still needed time to merge with the Yin and Yang in the chaos.
The Yin and Yang of reincarnation required merging with chaos.
…
Chen Fan withdrew his hand.
Hum.
The Star of Life completely engulfed Xi Qiu.
From now on, no one could help him.
"Zhao Kai, open the Great Dao Universe, we're leaving." Chen Fan said.
The Great Dao Universe no longer belonged to him.
To enter and exit, permission from the Dao Master was naturally required.
Zhao Kai was a Half-Dao Master and could open the Great Dao Universe.
"Yes."
Zhao Kai nodded and opened the Great Dao Universe.
The group filed out.