The Heavenly Dao's Shopkeeper: Who's the Puppet Master Behind Fate?

“I’ve got Big Bubble Gum in my mouth, and pretty flower girls on my mind.” “Holy crap, you’re a little Zhulong. How do you even know about Big Bubble Gum?” “Get a clue, weakling. I’ve died with you again and again over countless lifetimes. I know what you know, and I know what you don’t.” “If you want to know, trade me Source Power.” “This world only has spiritual energy. Where am I supposed to find Source Power for you?” “You’re the only person in this world who can turn the spiritual energy of all things into the Source Power of Heaven and Earth.” “Otherwise, would I, the Great Emperor, keep dying with you over and over?” “Little Zhulong, can you stop bringing up how many times you’ve died?” “I’m alive and well right now.” “Oh? Are you?” In this life, can I uncover the hand behind my fate?…