Ascending the path was always a perilous endeavor, for the power of the Great Dao was vast. For a living being to bear the essence of the Dao itself was an act against the Heavenly Dao—subject not only to the arrival of the Heavenly Tribulation but also the dreadful Five Declines of Heaven and Man.
If one could not escape, one would perish and the Dao would vanish; if one could, one would naturally reign with the world.
And those with discerning eyes all knew that the Jade Emperor had taken this step too hastily, not quite achieving perfection, meaning the likelihood of his failure was great.
Thus, many watched coldly from the sidelines, waiting for this emperor to meet his end.
