Fish swimming around the world

Having no other choice, Jiang Fan asked the last relevant question: "The heaven has existed for so long, and there are countless people like you who have ascended from the lower world, right?"

He really wanted to speculate on the power of heaven. After all, heavenly beings should be able to achieve immortality through some weird means. Over time, the number of powerful people would probably be very terrifying.

Tao Zhiyao shook his head: "It's not as much as you think. First of all, there are limits to the way of heaven, and the godhead is limited. This may be related to the spiritual energy of the heaven. I heard that it requires an extremely abundant spiritual energy to nourish the true god. Only strength will do.”

Jiang Fan thought about the Dark Palace and remembered that they also said this. Could it be that Uncle Tian Xuanzi's theory is correct, that the total amount of spiritual power in the world is limited, and if one person has too much, it is actually devouring the creation of others?

"Furthermore, the conditions for the ascension of gods are harsh, and very few people can meet them. Thirdly, the immortality of gods is not infinite and permanent. Unless you become a true god, your lifespan is still limited, but it is very different from that of mortals. In addition, the longevity of gods is still limited. Some valued gods can be granted eternal life, but these are very few and require great achievements."

Jiang Fan frowned and listened. None of these explanations could fundamentally answer his doubts.

"There is another very important point," Tao Zhiyao said: "The contract between heaven and man. After the holy war a thousand years ago, the gods suffered heavy damage, and because of the contract between heaven and man, the true gods cannot go down to the world. It is very difficult to select the gods, and the number is naturally limited. Very rare.”

This seems like a reasonable factor. Jiang Fan pondered for a moment: "Aren't there so many believers in the lower world that can be developed?"

Tao Zhiyao glanced at him: "What do you think God is? Are all the words you just said in vain? And..."

She also seemed a little confused: "The heaven seems to be very wary of mortals. There seems to be a legend that people from the lower world once flew up to the heaven with ulterior motives, causing huge chaos. After that, the heaven became even more cautious..."

This news really surprised Jiang Fan. Has anyone else done such a thing in the world? Did he go to heaven to become a spy?

Regarding this matter, Tao Zhiyao had only heard some vague rumors and had no way to judge.

"Then, those immortal beings should have very high cultivation levels." This is related to the issue of combat power, and Jiang Fan is also very concerned about it.

"That's natural. The longer you practice, and the spiritual energy in the heaven is abundant, the higher your cultivation level will naturally be. However... practice still requires understanding the Tao, and reaching a certain level, it is equally difficult to rise. That's why the heaven is for everyone. God refines magic weapons to enhance their divine power.”

Jiang Fan nodded: "How do you cultivate your so-called primitive god?"

Tao Zhiyao shook his head: "Their practice is completely different from that of the gods. As for the specific methods, they are top secret. In the end, I am just a god who has been ascended for only a few decades and I have no way of contacting them."

Jiang Fan looked at her: "But you also have two brushes, and you were actually promoted to a true god."

Until now, Jiang Fan still doubts whether she is Tao Zhiyao.

"By chance, two hundred years ago, an extremely special strong man appeared in the southern border of the lower world. He killed many true gods one after another, leaving the position vacant. Otherwise, it would not be my turn..."

Jiang Fan was stunned. Two hundred years ago... wasn't that when the old guy started killing gods?

Could it be that... the old guy indirectly pushed this guy to the top?

The possibility is very high. If so, it is really a coincidence.

"Do you know the name of that strong man?"

Tao Zhiyao shook his head: "Don't mention it, that person is also taboo in the heaven. Once you say his name or something related to him, it is likely to trigger an unknown crisis. And I believe that I am still of great use to you now. I won’t rush to kill the gods.”

"You understand, but this kind of thing depends on your mood. People like me are in good and bad moods, and it's not easy to control them."

Tao Zhiyao sneered: "It's a bit like that taboo character in the world. Okay, I know you're curious, but the most I can say is that there are always some geniuses in the world who behave awkwardly, who are good at treating diseases and poisoning and killing people... …”

Jiang Fan suddenly yelled inwardly: Damn it, he is really an old guy. Unexpectedly, the old guy is considered a taboo existence in the heaven, which is amazing.

"To be honest, if I hadn't come from the human world and lived in the same era, I wouldn't know so much. Don't ask anymore. I don't know when the taboo will be touched. I am really afraid of death."

Jiang Fan smiled: "You can still do it by insinuating yourself. Isn't this a good example?"

In his view, it is like setting restrictive terms that can only be destroyed once triggered. Thinking back to the original Snake Spirit disciples, this was probably the case.

Tao Zhiyao sighed: "Fortunately, taboos can't make people stop talking, but it won't work if you talk too much. It really won't work. You'd better believe me."

Jiang Fan looked at her and felt that there was a high probability that she had a metal piece in her brain just like Hu Ying, but he didn't know if there was any way to remove it. After all, Hu Ying's incident was an accident.

Tao Zhiyao seemed to understand that he couldn't be fucked all at once, so he simply asked a rhetorical question.

"Your name is Jiang Fan, but the heaven has not paid attention to this name. This shows that your rise has not been long ago."

Of course Jiang Fan did not refuse to talk. This was the best way to get information.

"You are an old goblin, but this young master is indeed only in his twenties and was born not long ago."

Tao Zhiyao looked at him: "You are very different. You are the first person to try to catch the gods, and you have a thorough plan. There are many experts around you. What is your origin?"

Jiang Fan smiled and said: "I am just a fisherman who met the wind and cloud by chance."

Tao Zhiyao obviously didn't believe it, and shook her head and said: "Although we have only met for two days, I can see that you are a man of extraordinary talent and wisdom. I, Tao Zhiyao, have been in the world for nearly two hundred years, and have seen countless outstanding people, but I have never heard of anyone like you. Do you know..."

She looked at Jiang Fan with a complicated expression: "There is something inexplicable about you, which makes people feel heartbroken, palpitating, and even... a little awed. I can't explain it, but you are clearly just a young man, how can you give people such a complex and mysterious feeling, it's puzzling..."

Jiang Fan gently waved his hand : "I'm not interested in flattery, even if it's from gods."

"It's definitely not flattery. Even if I, Tao Zhiyao, am not a god, I'm still a local tyrant. I won't fawn on a young man like that. Even if I'm trying to survive, I won't be so cheap."

Jiang Fan said calmly: "So I'm a little proud?"

"You won't. This kind of thing won't make you proud. I vaguely feel that you have your real pride, but I can't see what this pride is."

"You blindly worship the so-called gods. You haven't even seen yourself clearly, so how can you see the world clearly." Jiang Fan said with a hint of sarcasm.

Tao Zhiyao looked at him: "Your words always make me feel that you never believe in gods, let alone reverence. But gods have existed for thousands of years. How can you be so indifferent?"

Jiang Fan met her gaze: "Because, I have never seen ghosts and gods. On the other hand, you just lack judgment because of ignorance and stupidity."