Chapter 1207: Who Wouldn't Desire Godhood?
The Apotheosis Platform was massive in size, its entire structure built from blocks radiating golden light, forming four continuously ascending sets of steps. From afar, it resembled a golden pyramid. As for whether these golden-glowing blocks were actual gold or some other material, no one knew.
At the very top of the Apotheosis Platform sat a golden throne, radiating dazzling golden light, like a deity looking down upon all living beings in the world, giving off an aura of untouchable remoteness. This golden throne was none other than the legendary God Position!
Anyone with even a basic understanding of the Apotheosis Platform knew that to achieve godhood, one must ascend the Apotheosis Platform. And this "ascending the Apotheosis Platform" didn't merely mean stepping onto its edge; rather, starting from the very bottom step, one had to walk step by step towards the God Position at the pinnacle.
In other words, each time the Apotheosis Platform appeared, it wasn't exclusively for one person. Everyone could step onto the Apotheosis Platform and advance towards the God Position at its peak. However, if one's own Power of Faith was insufficient, they would find it impossible to take a single step once on the platform. Therefore, if one did not possess enough Power of Faith, even stepping onto the Apotheosis Platform would be useless and could even cost them their life.
Of course, these were merely records from ancient texts. No one knew if the reality was truly as described in these records. Consequently, some people had doubts about this, believing that the truth might not be so mystical.
The person who, at this moment, transformed into a black streak of light and directly charged towards the very top of the Apotheosis Platform, was perhaps one of those who doubted these records. Otherwise, he wouldn't have made such an astounding move.
Under the gaze of the crowd, as soon as the black light rushed into the Apotheosis Platform, it became like something stuck in quicksand, unable to advance another inch. It transformed back into a human form and landed on the Apotheosis Platform, and the spot where he landed was merely the very first step of the Apotheosis Platform!
In other words, this person had charged furiously into the Apotheosis Platform, looking as if he would go straight for the God Position at the top of the platform in one fell swoop. Yet, comically enough, the moment his body entered the Apotheosis Platform, he fell, not even managing to cross the first step of the Apotheosis Platform.
Others only saw the black light, which was this person's transformed body, suddenly plummet after rushing into the Apotheosis Platform. But why he suddenly fell, others could not know. This person, however, knew very well.
The moment this person entered the Apotheosis Platform, he felt his body suddenly restrained by a powerful force. Even though he had used all his strength, he was still unable to resist this force. He couldn't even manage to resist for a moment. His body immediately felt as if it bore a thousand pounds of weight, and he plummeted directly from the high altitude onto the first step of the Apotheosis Platform.
When this person suddenly intruded upon the Apotheosis Platform, the crowd below the platform all ceased their fighting. A series of whooshing sounds filled the air as the Spiritualist Kings and Life Soul realm experts, who had been locked in combat, flickered their bodies. In the blink of an eye, they were at the same height as the Apotheosis Platform. It was at this moment that the intruder on the Apotheosis Platform revealed his true form. Both sides recognized who this person was, but their expressions were quite different.
The Five Great Emperors of the Yin Division, along with the other Life Soul realm experts, all breathed a sigh of relief. This was fully evident from their facial expressions.
Conversely, the Spiritualist Kings who had been fighting them all wore grim expressions. Some even had fire practically shooting from their eyes, looking as if they wanted to devour the person whole.
The person on the Apotheosis Platform—the power emanating from his body was Communication Power. This meant he was a Spirit Medium. Furthermore, judging by the intensity of the power fluctuations, he had actually reached the Spiritualist King realm, placing him in the same realm as the Spiritualist Kings present.
Logically, with such a powerful Spiritualist King appearing here now, the Five Great Emperors of the Yin Division and others should have been frowning in distress, while the Spiritualist Kings should have been joyful. But the reality was precisely the opposite.
The Five Great Emperors of the Yin Division and the others breathed a sigh of relief because the one who stepped onto the Apotheosis Platform was merely a Spiritualist King, not the Spirit Master False God. The Spirit Master False God had yet to make an appearance. Their greatest fear was that the Spirit Master False God would be the one to ascend the Apotheosis Platform. So, upon seeing that the one on the Apotheosis Platform was not the Spirit Master False God, they all let out a great sigh of relief.
As for why the Spiritualist Kings present looked so grim, some even showing furious expressions as if they wanted to flay him alive, it was because this Spiritualist King who had stepped onto the Apotheosis Platform had long ago betrayed their organization. Moreover, he had deep grievances with some of them. Thus, upon seeing this person, not only did they feel no joy, but each of them wore a grim expression.
“Heimu, you traitor! I never expected you'd dare to show your face here, and even brazenly step onto the Apotheosis Platform! ”
“Hahahaha, a bunch of brainless fools. To think you've even cultivated to the Spiritualist King realm, only to fight desperately with these 'Yin dogs' here, just to help others achieve godhood, instead of doing it for yourselves. I'm not like you; I'm not foolish enough to help others become gods. I only want to become a deity myself. Yet, such a thought of mine, in your eyes, has become an anomaly, and I'm seen as a traitor. Tell me, have your brains gone bad? ”
On the Apotheosis Platform, Heimu let out a series of low chuckles. His body trembled slightly under the circumstances. His tone was full of sarcasm, but also sounded very strained. Clearly, he was not having an easy time while on the Apotheosis Platform.
Although his words were strained, under the augmentation of his power, they spread throughout the entire area. Not only did the Spiritualist Kings near the Apotheosis Platform and the Five Great Emperors of the Yin Division hear him clearly, but even Yang Haoran and others further out could hear him distinctly.
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Clearly, Heimu had done this intentionally. After hearing his words, some of those present remained expressionless, some looked furious, while others furrowed their brows, their expressions becoming subtle.
Having cultivated to their realm, it was certainly impossible to say they had no thoughts of achieving godhood. It was just that some knew that becoming a god was beyond reach, it wasn't something one could achieve just by wanting to. Thus, their desires in this regard weren't strong.
Of course, there were also some whose desire for godhood was very strong, but due to various reasons, they never dared to show it, merely burying the thought deep within their hearts.
“Even ordinary mortals vainly attempt to become gods. You're simply dreaming idly! ”
Another Spiritualist King, upon hearing Heimu's words, also spoke out in furious rebuke. Heimu glanced at this person, his eyes filled with pity.
“Heimu, your current actions are simply suicidal! It's widely known that one absolutely cannot step onto the Apotheosis Platform without sufficient Power of Faith blessing their body. Yet, you insist on doing the opposite. Your ignorance will only lead you into an abyss from which there's no return! ”
Another Spiritualist King spoke up. However, his words only provoked Heimu into a burst of laughter. The laughter was full of mockery.
“Hahahaha, the idea that one cannot step onto the Apotheosis Platform without the blessing of Power of Faith—to me, that's just a joke. Because I am currently right here within this Apotheosis Platform, and I'm perfectly fine within it. Are you blind, is that why you can't see? ”
The man's face flushed red and then paled. Heimu's retort left him speechless. For at that moment, Heimu was indeed within the Apotheosis Platform.
“It's a good thing I, Heimu, have never believed anyone or any records. I only trust my own firsthand experience. If I, like you, also believed that one couldn't step onto the Apotheosis Platform without the blessing of Power of Faith, then it would be absolutely impossible for me to be within the Apotheosis Platform right now. I might even never have been able to step onto the Apotheosis Platform at all. Thinking about it, it's truly pathetic! ”
Heimu's words carried intense sarcasm and also revealed a deep sense of triumph. From this, it was clear that he was immensely proud of successfully stepping onto the Apotheosis Platform at this moment. And his words also influenced some others—people who also harbored thoughts of becoming gods and similarly didn't put much stock in ancient records.
“Hahahaha, exactly! As a person, one should believe in themselves and not easily trust others or external things. Moreover, if cultivation isn't for achieving godhood, then what's the point of cultivating? Even if I can't become a god today, I still want to step onto this Apotheosis Platform and stand upon it to behold the scenery below! ”
Laughter rang out. Someone actually imitated Heimu's actions and shot towards the Apotheosis Platform. From his words and actions, it wasn't hard to tell that he also wanted to step onto the Apotheosis Platform.
This person was not a member of the Yin Division, nor a Spirit Medium, but a Gold Talisman Master—and specifically, the Gold Talisman Master currently fighting Yang Haoran!
Originally, this Gold Talisman Master had been fighting fiercely with Yang Haoran, looking as if he wouldn't rest until he had killed Yang Haoran to avenge his apprentice. Even after Heimu appeared and the fighting between the Five Great Emperors of the Yin Division and the Spiritualist Kings had paused, he still hadn't stopped his assault on Yang Haoran.
But now, Heimu's words seemed to have resonated deep within him. He, who also had a strong desire for godhood, had his inner ambition thoroughly awakened. Therefore, he, who had originally been fighting fiercely with Yang Haoran, directly abandoned his continued assault on Yang Haoran and then, imitating Heimu's actions, charged towards the Apotheosis Platform, looking as if he too wanted to enter the Apotheosis Platform.
The Gold Talisman Master's actions startled everyone present. If it had been earlier, his crazy actions would definitely have been considered suicidal by everyone. But with Heimu, the Spiritualist King, having set a precedent, some people's views had changed!
“Haha, to be honest, I'm also quite interested in this Apotheosis Platform! ”
This time, the one who spoke was actually a Four-Star Demon Hunter. His presence had originally brought considerable help to the Yin Division. But now, his inner yearning to become a god was also stirred. Thus, his actions were the same as the Gold Talisman Master's: he, too, charged towards the Apotheosis Platform!
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