Journey to the West: I have Nine Golden Crows Inside Me
Chapter 1466: Nine Seven Seven Attitude of the Fusang Tree

Chapter 1466: Nine Seven Seven Attitude of the Fusang Tree

"I am but an old tree incapable of even transforming my form. What use do I have for compensation from the Human Race? Do you suggest that your enrichment can help me transform?"

Innate Fusang Tree showed no interest in the compensation Jiang Chen spoke of. It was merely a tree; no matter how precious the treasures were, they were irrelevant to it. Now, its priority was to transform into human form.

And this was something the Human Race could not achieve!

"Impossible!"

Jiang Chen thought about it and realized that the Human Race indeed did not have the capacity to assist the Innate Fusang Tree in transforming. The main issue was its overwhelming strength. If this were the Ancient Era, perhaps the Human Race could have managed it, but not in the current times.

During the Ancient Era, the Innate Fusang Tree was of Quasi-Saint caliber, and although transforming was difficult, it was not completely without hope.

But now, having stepped into the Primordial Chaos Stage, it nearly had no chance of transforming, not even if Di Jun Taiyi were to revive.

"Fine then, for the sake of the Star Lord’s face, I will grant Jiang Hao another five million years of cultivation."

Knowing the Human Race was incapable, yet in consideration of Jiang Chen’s reputation, the Innate Fusang Tree decided to grant an additional five million years of cultivation.

"Then I thank the ancient one!"

Jiang Chen could only express his gratitude wordlessly.

Ten million years in total, the gift was substantial; the entire Human Race was indebted to the Innate Fusang Tree.

"Jiang Hao is too hasty, lacking a foundational depth. Even if I were to grant him billions of years of cultivation, his chance of achieving the Tao is still slim. Star Lord, don’t trouble yourself for his sake."

"Of course, should the Star Lord wish to suggest taking all my Original Source—spare your venerable words."

"I admit, this vast expanse of Original Source has indeed endowed me with great strength, but it has also prevented me from the possibility of transforming. If I were to give up this Original Source, the likelihood of transforming anew is not impossible for me."

"This, I am fully aware of, and have indeed considered relinquishing my Original Source. But with Jiang Hao’s limited potential, he is not worth such a grand investment from me."

"Should it be the Star Lord who attempts the breakthrough, however, I would gladly offer my Original Source to you instead."

"Not only myself, but also my venerable acquaintances, those Innate Spirit Roots unable to transform, like the Innate Laurel and the Innate Parasol trees, are also willing to offer up their Original Sources to the Star Lord."

Before Jiang Chen could say a word, the Innate Fusang Tree spoke at length on its own accord.

"A gift given freely often comes with a request. Why does senior treat me with such courtesy; may I know what you seek?"

Jiang Chen understood the implication of the Innate Fusang Tree’s expression and did not beat around the bush, asking directly.

He did not recall having such a good relationship with either the Innate Fusang Tree or the Innate Laurel, let alone the Innate Parasol Tree, an ancient Innate Spirit Root he had never even met. Where did this kinship come from?

Even under such circumstances, the Innate Fusang Tree declared a willingness to transfer its entire Original Source to Jiang Chen. If that came without a purpose, it would truly be bizarre.

"The Star Lord is straightforward, so we will not conceal our intent. We indeed have a request for transferring our Original Sources to the Star Lord, one that far from hinders but indeed aids you. We only wish for the Star Lord to proceed according to your own convictions."

"In doing so, when the moment of the Star Lord’s success in achieving the Tao arrives, we will present our Original Sources."

The Innate Fusang Tree spoke openly. It was not merely representing itself now but a collective of top-tier ancient Innate Spirit Roots from the Prehistoric World, acting as their spokesperson and delivering their utmost support to Jiang Chen.

"Follow my own heart!"

At first, Jiang Chen was puzzled upon hearing the Innate Fusang Tree’s words, but after mulling over the phrase, it dawned on him.

Innate Fusang Tree wanted him to stand firm in his conviction to rebuild the Chaos World. When he succeeds in this endeavor, these ancient Innate Spirit Roots, allied with the Innate Fusang Tree, would offer their Original Sources to assist his Tao achievement.

"So it is; I understand!"

Jiang Chen came to a realization, comprehending the Innate Fusang Tree’s intention. He need not assist these Innate Spirit Roots in anything, nor do them any favors; merely succeeding in rebuilding the Chaos World would be the greatest assistance to them.

Destruction precedes rebirth; the current state of the Chaos World was in the phase of "collapse." Rebuilding the Chaos World represents "establishment."

At such a juncture, for those ancient Innate Spirit Roots to abandon their superfluous Original Source and revert to the Quasi-Saint level meant, with their accumulation, transformation was an inevitable outcome.

As for why they wish to bestow their discarded Original Source to Jiang Chen, the rationale was even simpler—to resolve karma. By accepting their Original Source, if they managed to transform, it would be through their own merit, not due to Jiang Chen’s aid.

"Senior’s intentions are clear to me, but the path ahead is uncertain, and I cannot guarantee success—only time will tell."

Jiang Chen could not make any promises to the faction of the Innate Fusang Tree. Without the foresight advantage, he could only assure his breakthrough to the stage of Daluo Jinxian of the Primordial, but whether he could rebuild the Chaos World remained uncertain.

"No matter, the old tree’s words today are simply to inform the Star Lord that you are not alone. Many fellow travelers long to witness a flourishing Heaven and Earth, all silently supporting you from behind."

Without receiving assurances from Jiang Chen, the Innate Fusang Tree remained untroubled, echoing its prior statement—it was merely affirming the attitude of its camp and illustrating their willingness to assist Jiang Chen if necessary.

Rebuilding the Chaos World is no one man’s task; it requires collaboration amongst many Great Divine Transcendents, who must work in concert to achieve it.

The capacity of the Innate Fusang Tree to predict Jiang Chen’s plan warranted no further explanation; if the Divine Transcendents could see through it, let alone a being as ancient as the Innate Fusang Tree.

"I shall take my leave, then!"

Understanding the goal of the Innate Fusang Tree, Jiang Chen did not linger and, bearing the ten million years of cultivation bestowed upon him, returned to Splendid Heaven.

It has been made clear, Jiang Chen knew that ten million years of cultivation was the limit of the Innate Fusang Tree; more could not be expected.

For the remaining Original Source would be utilized in critical moments to mend the Chaos World—a matter crucial to the success of its transformation and one it would not jeopardize for Jiang Hao’s sake.

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When Jiang Chen hurried back to Splendid Heaven, Yun Ancestor had already returned, his arms cradling three radiant Great Suns. Boundless rays showered down, illuminating Splendid Heaven in unparalleled brilliance.

Three Great Suns, representing the Original Source of three supreme beings.