Keyboard Immortal - Chapter 2698

: The Twelve True Gods

This question had always puzzled Zuan. The cultivation world held no news of the myriad realms, and Mi Li, the only person who knew, was vague. He hoped the Universal Chamber of Commerce, with its presence throughout the myriad realms, wouldn’t disappoint him.

Number 9527 was stunned, clearly not expecting him to ask this question. He couldn’t help but sigh, “Information about the True Gods is a closely guarded secret in the myriad realms. Most people dare not discuss it, fearing it will bring unexplained disaster. However, it just so happens that our Universal Chamber of Commerce sells this information. Having received the protection of the God of Order and the tacit approval of the gods, we can discuss it.”

Zuan was filled with admiration. The Universal Chamber of Commerce’s tacit approval from the gods was truly more formidable than he had initially anticipated.

“Normally, this secret would be very expensive, and most people wouldn’t be able to afford it. I feel like I’ve lost out on this deal,” Number 9527 seemed close to beating his chest.

Zuan smiled faintly, “It’s truly my good fortune to have met you, my friend.”

Hearing this, Number 9527’s expression brightened slightly. Using these to earn the friendship of a future supreme being was certainly worth it.

Thinking of this, he began to elaborate: “There are currently 13 recorded True Gods within the Chamber of Commerce. Some may have fallen, and there may be others unknown to the public. After all, the universe is simply too vast.”

“I’d love to hear more!” Zuan pricked up his ears.

Number 9527, with a solemn expression, produced a table and laid it out with various offerings.

Zuan’s mind struck a chord. This bore some resemblance to the rituals described in the Baopu Sutra.

Then, he produced a magical instrument and waved it over himself and Zuan. A strange rhythm resonated, and fine, dense raindrops fell from the air.

Zuan felt refreshed, as if his entire being had been purified from the inside out.

He was startled. This must be some kind of holy water or spiritual spring, capable of exorcising demons and evil spirits. This alone must be worth a fortune.

Number 9527 suddenly had three more incense sticks in his hand. Without a movement, they spontaneously ignited. He bowed to the air and handed the incense to Zuan. “This is what I say to you today, and it is what you hear. Never let anyone else know what I’m saying to you today, or it will bring you ruin.”

“Of course!” Zuan now knew that secrets in the universe were valuable, but also dangerous.

Following his instructions, he also took three incense sticks and bowed to the air, then placed them on the incense table.

Seeing that the incense had not gone out, No. 9527 finally breathed a sigh of relief and said, “These 12 gods are the gods of memory. They will record all information in the heavens and myriad worlds. However, their believers have some disagreements. Some think that they only need to record important people or things, and some important events. Recording everything else is a pure waste of time and energy. But no matter which one, in terms of erudition and the perfection of intelligence in the heavens and myriad worlds, some believers of memory are probably on par with the Universal Chamber of Commerce, and they may even know a little more.”

Zuan nodded secretly. The Mingjing historian Zuoqiu Bushiming he had met before was obviously a believer of memory. It was he who sent him this invitation.

“And then there’s the God of Chaos and Mystery. This god…” Number 9527 looked quizzical, as if he was considering the right words to describe him. After a long pause, he continued, “This god’s work appears similar to that of the God of Memory in some respects, but in reality, it’s the complete opposite.”

“Worshippers of Memory record the events of the universe, while worshippers of Chaos and Mystery seek to corrupt… ahem, tamper with those events, to the point where, in many cases, it’s impossible to tell whether they truly occurred or have been tampered with.”

Zuan couldn’t help but curl his lips slightly. It seemed his god’s actions had indeed infuriated both heaven and man.

However, he had inadvertently served as the Chronicler for several times, and he realized that the outside world’s misunderstanding of him was somewhat exaggerated. In many cases, the distinction between reality and illusion didn’t need to be so clear. Moreover, compared to the harsh reality, a beautiful illusion might not be a bad thing. Before the dust settled, reality and illusion could be transformed.

“So, followers of the Memory and Chaos Mysteries are almost sworn enemies,” Number 9527 seemed to be suppressing something. “Also, because followers of Chaos and Mysteries often disregard any rules and regulations and prioritize unbridled action, they also have a rather bad relationship with followers of the God of Order.”

“His followers are often lunatics and perverts. If you happen to encounter one in the future, be sure to stay away, or you’ll be in endless trouble. Fortunately, there are only a few of them, so the chances of encountering them are slim.”

Zaun’s eyebrows twitched. He hadn’t expected that person’s reputation to be so awful. His followers were practically universally hated. If 9527 knew my identity, it would be a real mess.

As the saying goes, what you fear will come to pass. Number 9527 suddenly asked curiously, “Since you’re asking about the True God, you’ve obviously come into contact with their power. Whose follower are you?”

Zaun: “…”

He reacted quickly, immediately replying, “I’m a follower of Memory.”

The Chronicler of Time had also been impersonating the Mirror Chronicler. This must be a common practice among His followers.

Number 9527 was somewhat surprised. “I didn’t expect you to be a follower of Memory. Perhaps we can exchange more information in the future.”

“Of course,” Zuan thought, thinking of your expression when you discover my true identity.

Number 9527 continued, “Our Chamber of Commerce primarily worships the God of Order. All creation should have a law of order, otherwise there will only be slaughter and disaster.”

Zuan nodded, quite agreeing.

“Speaking of disaster, we have to mention the God of Destruction. He believes that civilization, humanity, and other living things only consume the essence of the universe and are a cancer that must be eliminated. Therefore, his followers often bring destruction to the world, making people tremble with fear.” “

Yes, I have come into contact with some of his followers before.” Zuan’s expression was solemn. “I wonder what the God of Destruction is called, and what powerful beings he commands?”

Knowing oneself and the enemy is the key to victory in every battle.

Number 9527 shook his head and said, “Although the ritual I just performed grants a degree of immunity, mentioning those beings’ names will still draw their gaze, and none of us will survive.”

“I’m being rude,” Zuan said, secretly horrified. He hadn’t expected that even the Universal Chamber of Commerce, with its power, would fear this.

“As for the news of Jiemie’s followers, I’m afraid that’s the second question I need to answer,” Number 9527 said with a smile.

“Never mind, I’ll find out later.” Zuan didn’t dare waste such a good opportunity; he had more questions to ask.

After all, he hadn’t officially confronted Jiemie yet; there would be another opportunity.

A flicker of regret crossed 9527’s face. “Let’s continue with our previous topic. There’s another God of Chaos. Little is known about Him, because to understand Him would be to be assimilated, losing all emotion and becoming part of Chaos. In some ways, this deity is even more mysterious than the God of Chaos and Mystery, and His followers are extremely rare. Some speculate that Chaos is the primordial state of all creation, or perhaps the state after its destruction. He is omnipresent, yet almost no one has ever seen Him.”

Zuan was startled, suddenly remembering the power of the True God Yan Xuehen had encountered. It seemed somewhat similar to this.

“What would happen if you became His follower?”

9527 said gravely. “It’s an unfortunate outcome. While you gain great power, you ultimately lose everything. That’s why no one wants to follow this path. Those who follow Chaos in the world have been drawn into it by accident, and escape is impossible. They are doomed to an abyss with no future.”