《Hong Huang: I Kept Offering Poisonous Plans! Hou Tu Urged Me to Calm Down》
Chapter 1 - Establishing the Wu race Is a Dead End!
Chapter 1: Establishing the Wu race Is a Dead End!
¡°Today, We, Emperor Jun and Donghuang Taiyi, hereby establish the Heavenly Court of the Yao race, to govern heaven and earth, restore the order of the Heavenly Dao, and oversee the Primordial Realm. All tribes of the Primordial Realm may join us, embracing all as we grow stronger through unity!¡±
¡°The Heavenly Court of the Yao race has been established!¡±
Boom¡ª
In the skies above, countless strands of merit descended like heavenly flowers. This shook the entire Primordial Realm and startled countless great masters.
At the same time, many tribes who had long been prepared followed suit.
¡°The Tiger Yao race deres its allegiance to the Heavenly Court of the Yao race!¡±
¡°The Sheep Yao race deres its allegiance to the Heavenly Court of the Yao race!¡±
¡°The Fox Yao race¡¡±
As one leader after another stepped forward to dere their allegiance, the merits in the skies shook once more, and almost surged again.
The Yao race was brimming with momentum.
Faintly, it seemed as if all of the Primordial Realm could see the towering Heavenly Court rising above the endless starry sky.
At this moment, some rejoiced while others were enraged.
At the foot of Mount Buzhou, inside the Pangu Pce.
The towering figures of the Ancestors of the Wu race, each millions of feet tall, watched this scene and were furious.
¡°The nerve of them! How dare Emperor Jun and Taiyi act so audaciously!¡±
¡°Heavenly Court? ruling over heaven and earth? Who do they think they are!¡±
¡°This Primordial Realm was left to us by Father God, Pangu! How can these creatures born from eggs im it!¡±
¡°That Heavenly Court should have been ours! Shameless thieves!¡±
One after another, the Ancestors of the Wu race rose to their feet and their terrifying auras exploded forth.
It seemed as if they were ready to storm the Heavenly Court at any moment and strike down the usurpers in the heavens.
The most important thing was that the Ancestors of the Wu race present were not fools. They knew the establishment of the Heavenly Court by the Yao race had far-reaching consequences.
It almostpletely reversed the situation between the Wu and Yao races.
Previously, there had been minor conflicts between the two races.
The Wu race had always considered themselves the rightful rulers of the Primordial Realm, with their great strength andrge poption.
The Yao race was little more than a ramshackle assembly created by Emperor Jun and Taiyi, without much of a foundation.
Even though the two had decent power, they couldn¡¯t change the overall situation.
Thus, the Wu race never paid them much attention.
But now, somehow, the Yao race had discovered a secret location, that Heavenly Pce towering over the entirend, and with their ambition to establish a Heavenly Court, they were directly acknowledged by the Heavenly Dao, receiving merit.
This signified legitimacy, and with the response from various tribes, a great momentum had been formed.
Previously, while the Yao race had imed to be open to all, few powerful races would submit to them.
But now it was different. With the Yao race upying the location of the Heavenly Court and openly dering their intention to rule heaven and earth, they even gained recognition from the Heavenly Dao.
Their legitimacy was established, forcing all races to reconsider their stance, as no one could ignore the title of ruler of heaven and earth.
If the Yao race truly managed to unite all the major races except the Wu race under their banner and integrated them into that ridiculous Yao race¡
How would the Wu race have any advantage?
Even though the Wu race was still the strongest, standing above all other races, their limited ability to reproduce meant they could never surpass the vast number of other tribes across the Primordial Realm.
This was the tide of destiny, the future!
Thus, the Ancestors of the Wu race were furious.
¡°No, we can¡¯t let this continue. If we allow those two to establish their momentum, even if we can suppress the Yao race for now, we will certainly be invaded by them in the future!¡±
¡°We must act immediately! Let us establish the Wu race and dere our intent to contend for the heavens, intimidating all tribes!¡±
As the leader of the Ancestors of the Wu race, Di Jiang was the first to speak and make the decision.
The other Ancestors of the Wu race were stunned, but they were slightly reluctant.
It wasn¡¯t because they disagreed with Di Jiang.
It was because establishing the Wu race was no trivial matter. It meant swearing an oath to the Heavenly Dao and seeking its recognition.
Though they had always called themselves the Wu race, they had never truly sworn an oath to the Heavenly Dao.
They considered themselves the true descendants of the Pangu race and believed they did not need recognition from the Heavenly Dao, which had formed after the Primordial Realm.
Wouldn¡¯t that be admitting they were inferior to the Yao race?
Yet, seeing the thriving state of the Yao race, they were uncertain.
As top Da Luo Golden Immortals, with Di Jiang having already evolved into a quasi-saint, they clearly understood the situation. They were simply unwilling to bow their heads and let go of their pride.
Even the most peaceful Hou Tu, among the Ancestors of the Wu race, remained unusually silent.
Di Jiang understood this all too well.
If he had a choice, he wouldn¡¯t do this either.
But now, the Yao race was too powerful!
As the leader of the Wu race and the eldest brother of the Ancestors of the Wu race, he had to bear the responsibility for the Wu race¡¯s future.
Let him be the bad guy.
Di Jiang spoke with determination.
¡°Enough, my decision is made!¡±
¡°Today, our Wu race will¡¡±
However, before Di Jiang could finish dering the establishment of the Wu race, a sudden voice interrupted him.
¡°I have something to say, and I shed tears and blood to beg Hou Tu, Ancestral Witch, to listen!¡±
¡°It concerns the establishment of the Heavenly Court by the Yao race and the life and death of our Wu race!¡±
¡°Please, respond, Ancestral Witch!¡±
Hou Tu¡¯s body trembled, and a strange sensation came from her blood.
Di Jiang¡¯s words were cut off, and the Ancestors of the Wu race turned their curious gazes to Hou Tu.
Hou Tu was also surprised.
She sensed the change within her.
It was a message from the tribe.
A member of the Wu race had offered a sacrifice, reaching her true spirit.
As the most gentle and kind among the Ancestral Wu witches, Hou Tu always took great care of her tribe members.
It was because of this that she had left behind a method for them to contact her in emergencies. She never expected it to be triggered at this moment.
Hou Tu and the other Ancestors looked in the direction of the message. As Da Luo Golden Immortals, they could easily see through the dimensions of the sender.
Throughyers of space and causal connections, a somewhat slender and handsome figure appeared in their sight.
A little Wu shaman at the Golden Immortal level?
The Ancestors of the Wu race were puzzled.
The Wu race had not reached its peak in history, but certain hierarchies had already been established. Below Golden Immortals were the Wu soldiers. Golden Immortals and Taiyi Golden Immortals were considered little Wu races, while Da Luo Golden Immortals were great Wu races.
As for the Wu race Ancestors, they had long surpassed this ranking, as each of them stood at the pinnacle of Da Luo Golden Immortality, stuck only because they couldn¡¯t see the path forward.
But even so, with Di Jiang¡¯s recent breakthrough, they had glimpsed hope.
Thus, though separated by several great realms, they seldom paid attention to the little Wu shaman, even though they deeply cared for their tribe.
Especially not a little Wu shaman at the Golden Immortal level.
But this time was different.
Their gazes were strange.
Hou Tu¡¯s face flushed slightly, and she couldn¡¯t help but speak.
¡°Please excuse me, brothers and sisters!¡±
¡°This is a newly born little Wu shaman from my tribe, named Chu Xuan. I haven¡¯t had the chance to teach him the rules.¡±
¡°It¡¯s this little sister¡¯s fault for being toox with him!¡±
The Ancestors of the Wu raceughed, and the heavy atmosphere from the Heavenly Court issue dissipated.
They all knew how kind-hearted this younger sister was and had no intention of ming her.
In fact, they even helped Hou Tu out.
¡°Little sister, your kind nature is a good thing!¡±
¡°Besides, we Wu race were all born from the Father Deity¡¯s blood. There¡¯s no such thing as great or small. It¡¯s just that we¡¯ve been too focused on deciding the future of the Wu race and our cultivation and have neglected our kin!¡±
¡°This little shaman is just a bit weak. Little sister, you should guide him more!¡±
As he spoke, Zhu Rong showed off his muscr arms.
He dered that this was the true beauty of the shamans!
Hou Tu didn¡¯t know whether tough or cry but nodded repeatedly.
The Ancestors¡¯ mood lightened.
Di Jiang also nodded to himself.
This little shaman had shown up at just the right time!
Although he had made up his mind, it was for the sake of the Wu race, and he didn¡¯t want his brothers and sisters to harbor any resentment.
This provided a good buffer.
He said, ¡°Since a member of the race seeks an audience, little sister, you should handle it first!¡±
After all, a brief dy wouldn¡¯t matter in the grand scheme of things.
The other Ancestors also nodded.
Because of Chu Xuan¡¯s appearance, they calmed down and understood that establishing the Wu race was inevitable.
They began to consider the details and didn¡¯t mind the short dy.
Hou Tu nodded.
With a wave of her sleeve,yers of space opened up.
Countless miles away.
A ¡®slender¡¯ figure suddenly found his vision blur, and in the blink of an eye, he was standing before the Ancestors of the Wu race.
Until this moment, the Ancestors of Wu race had not given much thought to Chu Xuan¡¯s ims about matters concerning the life and death of the Wu race.
They didn¡¯t believe that a low-ranking shaman could voice any earth-shattering statements.
This wasn¡¯t out of contempt, but rather a difference in perspective.
The threat posed by the Yao race was something they understood all too well, and it didn¡¯t need to be emphasized by someone else.
However, just as the Wu race ancestors were dismissing it, the moment that frail figure appeared, their attention shifted.
Surprised at first, they then watched as the figure bowed to them and addressed them respectfully:
¡°Chu Xuan greets the esteemed Ancestor of the Wu race!¡±
¡°Please allow me to speak!¡±
¡°You must absolutely not establish the Wu race. This is a trap set by the Heavenly Dao, a path that leads to destruction!¡±
¡°If we establish the Wu race, our people will undoubtedly face extinction!¡±
The Ancestors¡¯ faces froze, staring in shock at the figure they had previously paid little attention to.
[ED Note:
1.In Chinese fantasy, the Yao (Ñý) race consists of supernatural beings often depicted as shape-shifters with animal traits, such as foxes or tigers, possessing magical abilities and living on the fringes of human society. Their rtionships with humans can range from mischievous to friendly. They are belive to originate from nts and animals.
2.The Wu (Î×) race typically refers to shamans or spiritual practitioners who wield ancient powers, often channeling natural forces ormunicating with spirits. Wu are viewed as intermediaries between the human and spiritual realms, using their abilities for protection, healing, or divination, and y significant roles in both folklore and modern fantasy narratives.]
Chapter 2 - Being The First To Speak of the Great Calamity!
Chapter 2: Being The First To Speak of the Great Cmity!
It wasn¡¯t because Chu Xuan had seized the initiative.
It was instead because¡
How could such a low-ranking shaman know about their intention to establish the Wu race?
They had only just made the decision!
The Ancestors of the Wu race stared gravely at Chu Xuan, their gazes capable of piercing through all mysteries. Their towering bodies, each several meters tall, stood like pirs reaching the heavens, and their questioning gazes shone like the sun.
Facing this overwhelming pressure, Chu Xuan, a mere shaman only few meters tall, felt as though he was being crushed.
Even the normally gentle and kind Hou Tu couldn¡¯t help but scrutinize Chu Xuan. She took a few steps forward, and her two enormous, jade-white pirs of legs were faintly visible within the surrounding light of the Dao.
Though the rules obscured them, Chu Xuan, standing so close, still involuntarily imagined too much.
His vision blurred.
This impact was too intense!
Chu Xuan¡¯s heart skipped a beat.
The words he had prepared to saypletely escaped his mind.
Subconsciously, he wanted to look up.
The thighs of the Ancestral Witch were right there, and her skirt was¡
Just as he thought about this, he blushed and quickly lowered his head, forcefully ridding himself of any distracting thoughts.
He almost forgot that this was the Primordial Realm! Was he not afraid of being wiped out?
However, Chu Xuan¡¯s actions didn¡¯t escape the Ancestors of the Wu race.
Their previous suspicion momentarily faded as they watched in surprise. Hou Tu¡¯s face slightly flushed as she suddenly shrank down to Chu Xuan¡¯s height, feigning anger.
¡°You brat, if you don¡¯t have a good exnation, don¡¯t me me for punishing you for misusing the emergencymunication tool!¡±
The other Ancestors chuckled, their massive forms also shrinking to match Chu Xuan¡¯s height, teasingly saying:
¡°Little sister, the little shaman in your tribe has a moreplex mind!¡±
¡°In my tribe, the shamans only think of fighting all day, and theyck such thoughts! It¡¯s troubling!¡±
¡°If our Wu race doesn¡¯t reproduce, how will wemand the Primordial Realm?¡±
¡°But as a member of the Wu race, we should be bold and open, no need to hide!¡±
¡°Unfortunately, your power is too weak, little shaman. How could you be worthy of an Ancestral Shaman?¡±
¡°Beauty belongs only to the strong!¡±
Zhu Rong, with mes coiling around his ears,ughed heartily.
They didn¡¯t take offense at Chu Xuan¡¯s actions¡ªafter all, the Wu race believed in being straightforward and direct, without worrying about trivial matters.
Moreover, they had a saying that held true: all members of the Wu race were formed from the blood of the Father God, Pangu. The only difference was that the Ancestors of the Wu race were born of Pangu¡¯s Qi and Blood. They were all brothers and sisters, without any strict hierarchy.
The other Wu race merely worshiped strength and naturally revered the Ancestral of the Wu race.
In fact, Chu Xuan¡¯s daring to gaze upon an ancestor didn¡¯t offend them; it even made some of them admire him.
Some even thought he wasn¡¯t bold enough.
Seeing their reactions, Chu Xuan was momentarily stunned before suddenly realizing something.
¡°Right, I¡¯m not a human or a demon! I¡¯m a shaman! The Wu race is a bunch of rough warriors who worship strength! Even if some have brains, most of them are still brash and straightforward! In that case, I can afford to be even more aggressive!¡±
Chu Xuan looked at the Ancestors¡¯ approving gazes. Even Hou Tu, though her cheeks were red, was only chiding the others¡¯ teasing. Chu Xuan directly skipped over the topic of Hou Tu and spoke:
¡°Esteemed Ancestors! Beauty is desirable, but our Wu race¡¯s urgent matters take precedence, and I dare not dy any longer! Please allow me to report! We absolutely cannot establish the Wu race! If we establish the Wu race, we will fall into the trap of the Heavenly Dao, be pawns in the Great Cmity, and eventually face annihtion!¡±
This time, Chu Xuan bluntly dered the Heavenly Dao¡¯s trap, the Great Cmity, and acted as if the Wu race was doomed if they didn¡¯t heed his warning. It was all part of his n to shock rather than awe them. After all, many strategists throughout history had done the same. They would strike first to gain the upper hand so their ns would be easier to implement!
As expected, when Chu Xuan spoke again, even mentioning the Heavenly Dao and the Great Cmity, the many Ancestors finally furrowed their brows and looked at him.
Though they admired the little shaman¡¯s boldness, if his words turned out to be mere nonsense, it would only lead to their disdain.
Once again, the question surfaced in their minds: how could a low-ranking shaman dare speak of the Heavenly Dao and the Great Cmity?
In the current Primordial Realm, Golden Immortals were everywhere, if not asmon as dogs, and if not for their curiosity about how this little shaman knew about their n to establish the Wu race, they would have already expelled him.
But just then, it was Hou Tu who first stepped forward and defended her tribesman.
¡°Silence! You, a mere little shaman, dare to speak of such important matters?¡± She spoke sternly, though with a hint of frustration. ¡°It seems I¡¯ve been too kind to you!¡±
Though she scolded him, as she was speaking to one of her own, there was still a trace of leniency in her tone. After all, Hou Tu had always been soft-hearted.
However, Chu Xuan didn¡¯t show excessive reverence this time but spoke inly.
¡°I know the esteemed Ancestors are troubled by the Yao race¡¯s establishment of the Heavenly Court. The Yao race, with the approval of the Heavenly Dao, has created the Heavenly Court, gathering all races and flourishing in fortune!¡±
¡°Though they might not yet surpass our Wu race, the Primordial Realm was vast, and the number of races was immense. Our Wu race was only a handful. A single Da Luo Golden Immortal, no matter how strong, could not stand against ten Da Luo Golden Immortals.¡±
¡°Back in the day, the Dragon, Phoenix, and Qilinraces imed dominion over scales, feathers, and beasts, and only then did they wield such power! As the Yao race prospers, if we wish to oppose them, we must be open and challenge them head-on, drawing the attention and fear of all races, and cutting off their rise to power! I believe, esteemed Ancestors, that even if you didn¡¯t want the Heavenly Dao¡¯s recognition, you would inevitably have to enter the fray.¡± ¡°The simplest and most legitimate way was to establish the Wu race!¡±
¡°But have you thought that by doing so, wouldn¡¯t we be repeating the same rivalry as the three ancient races? And where were those three races now?¡±
Chu Xuan finished his prepared speech in one breath, leaving the previously frowning Ancestors momentarily stunned.
Once again, it must be said¡ªthe Ancestors were not stupid, merely disinclined to overthink matters.
Their pride was justified. They were the true lineage of Pangu, born with immense power. Though theycked primordial spirits, they wielded Pangu¡¯s heart, continuously creating new Wu members, making them one of the strongest races.
Because of this, they quickly grasped Chu Xuan¡¯s meaning.
He was suggesting that today¡¯s situation mirrored the rivalry of the ancient Dragon, Phoenix, and Qilin races.
¡°The Great Cmity!¡± Di Jiang was the first to speak.
[ED Note:
A Chinese mythical creature. Basically a Chinese unicorn.]
Chapter 3 - I Have a Plan: The Heavenly Tribulation Completion Method!
Chapter 3: I Have a n: The Heavenly Tribtion Completion Method!
Chu Xuan nodded decisively.
¡°That¡¯s right, it¡¯s the Great Cmity! The Yao race has already prospered under the support of the Heavenly Dao. Our Wu race is already powerful and has no choice but to engage in a tug-of-war with them. When the conflict evolves and drags on for a long time, sweeping across the Primordial Realm and contending for the throne of the world, isn¡¯t that a Great Cmity?¡±
At this point, Chu Xuan spoke with deep meaning, ¡°If there is a victor in the Great Cmity, so be it! Our Wu race naturally doesn¡¯t fear it! But who was the victor in thest Great Cmity? And now, who stands behind the Heavenly Dao? How powerful were the three races of the Dragon, Phoenix, and Qilin back then? Yet somehow, they burned in the fire, and once it started, it couldn¡¯t be stopped. Now, things are almost like they were before. This moment mirrors that moment!¡±
The Wu Ancestors fell silent, sinking into a long silence.
None of them were foolish. They understood the implication in Chu Xuan¡¯s words.
It was clearly an allusion to the Dao Ancestor Hongjun¡¯s unclean path to ascension.
They were all great beings with profound powers in the world.
The final battle back then was clear to them all.
Behind the three races, a terrifying Demon ancestor secretly instigated the conflict and created the ughter cmity in order to be a saint.
But in the end, he was unexpectedly intercepted by the Dao Ancestor Hongjun.
The Yao race perished, and many of the strongest who participated in the battle either died or fled. In the end, only Dao Ancestor Hongjun achieved sainthood!
It was too coincidental, so coincidental that it sent chills down their spines.
The Demon ancestor had plotted for so long to find the opportunity for ascension. How could it be that someone like that, who had to rally a group to besiege the other, could directly be a saint?
It was clearly a premeditated scheme that allowed him to reap the fruits of victory at the critical moment.
The depth behind this was immense, but in the past, no one had carefully spected on it.
And now, just like before, the most important thing was that the one who had seeded in a simr eventst time was now standing behind the Heavenly Dao.
It was hard not to suspect that there was another scheme behind this dispute.
And if it was a scheme, then it had to be an even more terrifying one.
After all, that person back then hadn¡¯t yet be a saint, yet now the other party was already a saint.
The twelve Wu Ancestors present had not long ago gone to Zixiao Pce and listened to the first sermon of the first saint in the world.
Although they were muddled due to theirck of primordial spirits, they still had a sense of awe in their hearts for the saint¡¯s power. This was reverence for power.
They were proud, but they weren¡¯t foolish!
Only the Pangu Pce could block all heavenly secrets. Otherwise, they might have already been detected by the other side.
It might not be true, but they couldn¡¯t afford not to be cautious!
The Wu Ancestors, who had calmed down, felt a mixture of coldness and anger in their hearts. It was Zhu Rong who spoke first.
¡°Could it be that we¡¯re just going to ept it? Stand by and watch the Yao race grow stronger? If we don¡¯t stop them, once they gain strength, how could they possibly spare our Wu race?¡±
At this moment, all the Wu Ancestors, whether they believed it or not, turned their gazes to Chu Xuan, this unexpected little shaman.
Seeing this, Chu Xuan felt assured. Then, he let out a heartyugh.
¡°Wu Ancestors, listen! I have three ns; superior, medium, and inferior!¡±
Upon hearing this, the Wu Ancestors stared intently at Chu Xuan, which made him feel a bit uneasy.
Aren¡¯t you going to ask?
After a while, it was Hou Tu, who was always understanding, who spoke first.
¡°Feel free to speak!¡±
Chu Xuan let out a sigh of relief.
He almost failed to show off.
¡°Fine, next time, I¡¯ll just say I have one n, no need for three.¡±
¡°I have an inferior n. Continue to establish the Wu race. Although this will trap us in a cage and incur a karmic debt to the Heavenly Dao, which means we won¡¯t be able to control our fate in the future Great Cmity, preparing in advance may still give us a slim chance of turning the tide!¡±
Di Jian looked at Chu Xuan and frowned. Although this was his original n, he now had doubts and was unwilling to adopt it.
He shook his head.
¡°Establishing the Wu race is too risky. If we¡¯re not careful, the Great Cmity will start, and that wouldn¡¯t be a good thing!¡±
Chu Xuan nodded.
¡°I also have a superior n. We join the Yao race and take over their nest. The Heavenly Court has just been established, and its responsibilities are unclear. Our Wu race is incredibly powerful. Even if weck the ability to reproduce, we could easily overshadow the Yao race! At that point, the Yao race would be the Wu race, and the Wu race would be the Yao race. We could easily seize the throne of the world!¡± But as soon as these words were spoken, they drew a sneer from Zhu Rong.
¡°I thought it was a great idea! But it turns out to be this! Our Wu race is the true lineage of Pangu. How could we stoop to serve others? Serving the Heavenly Dao might be tolerable, but Emperor Jun and Taiyi, those born from eggs, what virtue and ability do they have to be the leaders of our Wu race! Even if it were possible, we could never make that choice! How could you, a little shaman, so easily insult the honor of our Wu race!¡±
Zhu Rong was furious.
The other Wu Ancestors more or less shared simr sentiments. Even Hou Tu frowned.
Chu Xuan showed an expression as if he had expected this.
This was naturally the best n. Leading the whole tribe to join the Yao race would blindside Emperor Jun and the Heavenly Dao.
The Great Cmity needed at least two opposing forces, but if they all became internal conflicts, how would the battle continue?
The Yao race appeared strong, but they were only just starting. Emperor Jun and Taiyi hadn¡¯t fully spread their wings. With a little sabotage, it would be easy to kick them out of their own n and take over.
Unfortunately, the Wu race¡¯s pride would never ept such a n.
None of the Wu Ancestors were foolish, but some things couldn¡¯t be measured by simple gains and losses.
Chu Xuan had anticipated this.
So the two ns before were just a setup. Finally, he slowly revealed his medium n.
¡°Since the Wu Ancestors are unwilling to follow this strategy! Then I have onest n! The medium n! The Heavenly Dao is iplete, and order is not yet established. The founding of the Heavenly Court is the general trend, the inevitable course of the Primordial Realm! Emperor Jun of the Yao race is merely riding the tide of the Heavenly Dao¡¯s development, but this has both advantages and disadvantages! Sesses from the Heavenly Dao, but so can failure. I have a n!¡± Chu Xuan finally revealed his trump card.
¡°It¡¯s called the Heavenly Tribtion Completion Method! I have observed that the establishment of the immortal path is causing the Heavenly Dao to lose something. The beings of the wilderness are devouring Qi, depleting the heavens to nourish themselves. With each breakthrough, they be immortals. Immortals are everywhere, and Da Luo Golden Immortals are asmon as dogs!
Even though the Primordial Realm is vast, created by Father Pangu, if this continues for countless epochs, when thest bit of Qi is drained, wouldn¡¯t the Great Dao copse, leading to the tribtion of the end ofw!
I propose setting up a Heavenly Tribtion, with three disasters and nine hardships! The Heavenly Tribtion is the Thunder Tribtion! The three disasters are wind, fire, and water. The nine hardships involve hunger, thirst, clothing, and the inability to escape worldly needs. These constraints would force one to live like a mortal!
To be an immortal, one must suffer disasters! Only by surviving them can one be immortal and progress on the immortal path! Even after bing immortal, each level woulde with a tribtion. Heavenly thunder would descend, water and fire would invade, and wind and thunder would roar! How could the mediocre be immortals!¡±
Chapter 4 - How Could There Be Such a Vicious Plan? It’s Too Vicious!
Chapter 4: How Could There Be Such a Vicious n? It¡¯s Too Vicious!
¡°It just so happens that Wu Ancestor Qiang Liang holds the Great Daoof Thunder, Wu Ancestor Xi Zi holds the Great Dao of Lightning, Wu Ancestor Gong Gong holds the Great Dao of Water, Wu Ancestor Zhu Rong holds the Great Dao of Fire, Wu Ancestor Tian Wu holds the Great Dao of Wind, and Wu Ancestor She Bishi holds the Great Dao of Poison!
The first few Wu Ancestors wield the power of the disasters, while the ancestor She Bishi holds the power over the nine hardships. They test the myriad races of the Primordial Realm, using this to suppress the Immortal Dao of the myriad races! Moreover, isn¡¯t the Heavenly Court meant to rule over heaven and earth,plementing the Heavenly Dao? The operation of Heavenly Tribtions is originally part of their rightful authority.
The Wu Ancestors can transfer the execution of this power to them, but as the Ancestors of the Heavenly Tribtion Dao, we set strict limits. This not only allows us to transcend the world, but it will also cause all the immortals to loathe the Heavenly Court of the Yao race and make all beings weep tears of blood! This is a hatred that severs the Immortal Dao of all beings! It is the suffering of all races, where no sessor to inherit their legacy!
No matter how legitimate the Heavenly Court of the Yao race may be, how can they withstand the rage of all the people? As for our Wu race, we are born powerful. We don¡¯t even have beings below the Immortal Realm, and as the Ancestors of the Heavenly Tribtion Dao, isn¡¯t it reasonable for us to open a few back doors? Moreover, even without doing so, our Wu n is far superior to other races, facing hardly any risk.¡± As Chu Xuan spoke, his eyes grew brighter, and his excitement increased.
It was as if he could already see the countless tribtions that would descend in the future.
He could imagine the terrifying and sorrowful scenes of countless races being blocked by Heavenly Tribtions.
¡
Silence!
There was a prolonged silence inside the grand Pangu Pce.
The twelve Wu Ancestors were either shocked, shaken, or overwhelmed with horror as they stared at Chu Xuan, who was still speaking enthusiastically.
With their immense wisdom and divine abilities, they immediately understood the n Chu Xuan had outlined. They even deduced its feasibility and could foresee endless sorrow in the future. Billions upon billions of living beings would be blocked before reaching the Immortal Dao.
They would die and disappear!
Even if they managed to be immortals, they would face tribtion at every step, constantly at risk of death.
The bacsh was too great!
So great that, if leaked, it would inevitably overturn the entire Primordial Realm.
Vicious!
Too vicious!
But they had to admit, it was incredibly effective.
In an instant, many of the Wu Ancestors realized that if Heavenly Tribtions were set by the Heavenly Dao, fair and impartial, the myriad races would ept their fate. But if the n proceeded and the me was pinned on the Heavenly Court, it would be a masterstroke.
Though they created the Heavenly Tribtion Dao, they wouldn¡¯t use it for their own gain. Instead, they would hand it over to the Heavenly Court for execution. They were merely Dao Ancestors. All actions would fall on the Heavenly Court, which, as a part of the operation of the Heavenly Dao, could not refuse. As a result, they would inevitably face the bacsh of all living beings.
In an instant, the Wu Ancestors were tempted.
Compared to the worst-case scenario of losing control, and the humiliation of giving in, this n was the most beneficial to the Wu race. The only problem was that it was too vicious!
How could such a venomous n exist in this world!?
The Wu Ancestors, usually rough and straightforward, were deeply shaken.
They looked at Chu Xuan, who was still full of enthusiasm, with a sense of horror. Even a brute like Zhu Rong, watching Chu Xuan¡¯s demeanor, felt an unusual chill. A thought crossed his mind.
¡°Did I speak too loudly earlier?¡±
The Wu race had always been bold and straightforward. Though they had wisdom, they rarely resorted to scheming and deceit. Facing someone like Chu Xuan, a mastermind of venomous ns, it was as though they were utterly outmatched; like they were crushed by a higher dimension.
Regardless of his level of cultivation, they began to feel a strange sense of awe toward him.
¡
¡°Should we choose this path?¡± At this moment, even Di Jiang hesitated. Though Di Jiang was known for his determination, even he began to waver.
This decision, once made, would result in the deaths of countless innocent beings. Originally, anyone could peacefully absorb the Qi of heaven and earth and be immortals with ease. But now, it was as though a fatal lock had been ced over the heads of countless living beings in the Primordial Realm. Heavenly Tribtions would eventually emerge with the evolution of the world and this was something all of the Wu Ancestors present could see. But to bring it forward now would impact countless lives.
Di Jiang didn¡¯t dare to make this decision lightly. The consequences were too immense.
Too vicious!
Moreover, this n did note without its own bacsh.
Although the Ancestors of the Heavenly Tribtion Dao wouldn¡¯t interfere in its execution, there would still be some resentment if people ever found out. While the majority of the me might fall on the Yao race, would the Wu race bepletely unaffected?
If this n were to be carried out, it would surely leave an infamous legacy for all eternity!
The Wu Ancestors thought of this, turned their gaze toward Di Jiang, and awaited his decision. They too were conflicted and found it difficult to choose.
Seeing this, Chu Xuan couldn¡¯t help but feel a bit dissatisfied. He had put so much effort into devising this n, and now it might not even be executed¡ªthat would be unbearable.
Although his initial motivation stemmed from transmigrating into the Realm of the Primordial, bing part of the doomed Wu race, and only being a regr Golden Immortal Wu race with a high mortality rate. He had stood up to stir trouble to prevent a tragic future.
But now, he truly felt that this was a great path. Most importantly, as the one who proposed the n, it would bring him great benefits. Even if hecked the strength to implement it, there would surely be immense merit in it. Currently, they were merely blocked by the Pangu Pce. Once the n was executed, the Heavenly Dao would naturally respond.
He needed to improve his strength in order to survive in the future and merit would be the perfect cheat.
As for whether the Wu n or Yao race would be harmed, as long as it didn¡¯t affect Chu Xuan, that was all that mattered.
¡°We follow the natural order of heaven and earth to prolong the life of the world our Father created!¡± He stepped immediately forward and dered righteously. ¡°This is righteous and meritorious. Why hesitate? The me may fall in our era, but the merit willst for millennia. Let future generations judge right and wrong!¡±
His passionate speech shook the Wu Ancestors because it made sense. Could it be that this wasn¡¯t a venomous n after all? However before they could ponder further, something unexpected happened. The youngest and kindest of them all, Hou Tu, suddenly spoke in agreement.
¡°I agree! Though there will be much criticism, this is for the long-term continuation of heaven and earth. It is an act of great love! It is for the world left behind by Father and for the many living beings within it! Hong Huang is not infinite. As more Immortal Dao experts appear, how much longer can this world trulyst?¡±
The endless future was being deduced in Hou Tu¡¯s eyes. She seemed to get a glimpse of the decline of the world and the withering of the Great Dao.
It was the true end of days!
All beings would wither even more.
Let this generation suffer. Let me bear the infamy!
Hou Tu¡¯s heart was filled withpassion, but it was also firm.
Chu Xuan nced at Hou Tu and muttered to himself, ¡°She¡¯s beenpletely swayed!¡±
But then he realized.
It seemed that Hou Tu really did carry a great love for the world. After all, the Wu race had always had a protagonist-like mindset, calling themselves the rightful sessors of Pangu.
Hou Tu was especiallypassionate. In the end, she even sacrificed herself to create the cycle of reincarnation to save those who died in the Great Cmity, with a firm determination to die.
Perhaps she also wanted to reduce the Wu race¡¯s tribtion, or perhaps she sensed something and sought to preserve thest hope of the Wu race, but this was no small feat for any ordinary person.
With Hou Tu¡¯s decision, the other Wu Ancestors finally nodded in agreement.
If even their gentle little sister was willing to bear this burden, why should they hesitate?
¡°In that case, let us proceed with this n!¡± Di Jiang spoke, finalizing the n.
[ED Note:
The character ¡°µÀ¡± (d¨¤o) in Chinese trantes to ¡°way,¡± ¡°path,¡± or ¡°method.¡± It epasses concepts of direction, philosophy, and teachings, particrly in contexts like Taoism, where it refers to the fundamental principle that underlies and unifies the universe.]
Chapter 6 - Destiny Is On the Side of the Demons? Hongjuns Face Changed!
Chapter 6: Destiny Is On the Side of the Demons? Hongjun¡¯s Face Changed!
At the same time, in the outside world, all of the Primordial Realm was still captivated by the establishment of the Heavenly Court of the Yao race.
One after another, various races dered themselves members of the Yao race and joined the Heavenly Court, fueling its prosperity. Even the former Three races ¨C the Dragon Pces of the Four Seas, the Volcanoes of the South, and the Hidden Domains ¨C castplex nces toward the Heavenly Court that illuminated the whole world.
Emperor Jun and Donghuang Taiyi, who had established the Heavenly Court, received a constant flow of merit that greatly enhanced their cultivation. Before Hongjun, the Dao Ancestor, could even deliver his second sermon, teaching the Dao of Quasi-Saints, they began involuntarily advancing toward the Quasi-Saint realm.
Emperor Jun and Donghuang Taiyi were overjoyed.
¡°Excellent, excellent, excellent!¡±
¡°Destiny is on our side!¡± Emperor Jun dered with passion.
He had anticipated great benefits from establishing the Heavenly Court for the Yao race, but he hadn¡¯t expected them to be this substantial. The Heavenly Dao endorsed them, and merit rained down. Although many of the powerful members of the Yao race Heavenly Court gained something, the two of them received the lion¡¯s share.
¡°Perhaps, this time, we will reach the level of Quasi-Saint!¡±
¡°If we be Quasi-Saints, we will certainly be able to expand our Yao race Heavenly Court even further. By then, even that arrogant Wu race will have no choice but to submit to our Yao race!¡± Emperor Jun thought with satisfaction as he swiftly refined his umted merit.
While refining, he couldn¡¯t resist ncing toward Mount Buzhou, eager to see his old rival¡¯s reaction. Though he also remained cautious, in case they tried to disrupt his ns. The Yao race may appear to be thriving, but their foundation could not yetpare to that of the Wu race after all. However, once he established the Heavenly Court and recruited a few more deities of great power, the situation would change entirely.
Emperor Jun calcted his moves. His gaze pierced through the heavens and he noted theck of response from the Wu race on the ground below. He had barely begun to question this when, suddenly, above them, the will of the Heavenly Dao, which had been showering them with merit, began to tremble.
A feeling of immense joy and jubtion erupted across the hearts of all beings within the Primordial Realm. In that instant, countless great powers were stunned and couldn¡¯t help but question.
¡°How is this possible? Could it be that the Heavenly Dao is ted once again? Is establishing the Yao race¡¯s Heavenly Court truly this crucial?¡± Zhen Yuanzi exchanged a surprised nce with his friend Hongyun.
¡°The Yao race? Could destiny be favoring the demons?¡± Within a hidden realm on Mount Buzhou, Fuxi tried to calcte the secrets of the heavens, yet found himself unable to see the key.
¡°A bunch of creatures born of damp ces and eggs, and they receive such fortune!¡± In Sanqing Hall on Mount Kunlun, the Primordial Lord furrowed his brow.
¡°What a pity to have been surpassed by the Yao race!¡± In the sea of blood, a massive bloody shadow rose, gazing enviously at the heavens. ¡°When Emperor Jun approached me before, I should have agreed! What a loss! I thought their foundation was far inferior to the Wu race¡¯s, a sinking ship, but now, ah!¡±
A Kunpengon the North Sea pped his thigh in frustration.
Emperor Jun and the others, who had previously been puzzled, were now ecstatic.
It was no wonder that the faces of many great powers changed drastically. The joy of the Heavenly Dao descending once more was indeed extraordinary. For a single event to merit two rewards was unheard of! The Heavenly Dao operated by rules, following natural order. This consecutive movement meant either that something was wrong with the Heavenly Dao or that the Yao race¡¯s Heavenly Court had truly garnered exceptional attention from it.
Boom!
Another sound came under the concerned gazes of countless great powers.
In the void, a vast, Ancient Dao sound echoed, carrying an icy majesty. An unseen change was sweeping across the Primordial Realm as the world shifted, and the Dao transformed. Many tried to discern the meaning within the Dao sound and only caught fragmented words:
¡°Immortal Dao¡ tribtion¡ disasters¡ thunder¡¡±
Before they could understand more, a vast fog of the Heavenly Dao shrouded everything, obscuring all knowledge and sealing it within the deepest parts of the world. Even those with great powers could no longer glimpse a trace.
This shift startled even the shadowy figure within the chaotic Zixiao Pce, who was undergoing his integration with the Dao.
Hongjun sensed the tremendous change within the Heavenly Dao, quickly calcted, and his expression shifted dramatically.
¡°How could the Tribtion Dao appear at this time?¡±
Yet when he attempted to probe further, a dense fog from the Heavenly Dao veiled everything and blocked his gaze. Only by fully merging with the Dao could he pierce through its mysteries. The changes brought by the Tribtion Dao were immense, throwing off Hongjun¡¯s original ns. Most importantly, this would undoubtedly hinder the progress and spread of the Immortal Dao.
Though beneficial for the world, it was disadvantageous for Hongjun, who had unified and established the Immortal Dao as its Dao Ancestor. It was only by using the Immortal Dao to supplement the Heavenly Dao that he had obtained the opportunity to merge with it. If he had already merged, this would not matter, but he had yet toplete the integration! Any dy in the spread of the Immortal Dao would slow down his own progress. A dy here could lead to endless future disruptions, possibly creating major variables.
However, before Hongjun could think of a solution, a further crisis unfolded. The will of the Heavenly Dao transmitted a message which prompted Hongjun to rise abruptly.
¡°Not good!¡±
Yet soon, he sat back down.
¡°It¡¯s toote!¡±
Hongjun¡¯s expression turned ugly.
Meanwhile, in the Primordial Realm, under the watchful eyes of countless great powers, the Heavenly Dao descended with a dual aura of green and purple, along with a trace of merit, condensing into six massive objects that seemed like both Dao fruits and symbols of authority, falling toward the Heavenly Court.
The six Dao fruits emanated a majesty infused with the immense might of the heavens. Just gazing upon them gave even the Da Luo Golden Immortals goosebumps. In that moment, as goosebumps prickled across their skin, the fog of the Heavenly Daopletely dissipated, revealing hidden information to the entire world.
¡°The Heavenly Tribtion Dao! From this day onward, tribtion will exist in the Primordial Realm. Any being who wishes to be an immortal will face three disasters and nine hardships.¡±
¡°The Three Disasters: Wind, Fire, and Water. The Nine Hardships: hunger, thirst, the need for clothing, and all the constraints of mortality, forming the Five Declines of the Celestial Being! Only by oveing these can one attain immortality and pursue the Immortal Dao! Even after achieving immortality, each stage brings a tribtion: heaven¡¯s thunder, invading water and fire, and the roar of wind and lightning! Only those who attain the Da Luo Golden Immortal status can be exempt from tribtions. And these six Dao fruits are the manifestation of these cmities¡¯ authority. Refining even one of them would elevate an individual to the peak of the Taiyi Golden Immortal level without the need for cultivation. Refining all six would grant the Da Luo Golden Immortal Dao fruit, thus allowing one to be a Da Luo Golden Immortal in one step!¡±
The announcement silenced the entire Primordial Realm.
Emperor Jun and hispanions, who had been jubnt moments before, froze. Those who had been envious, dissatisfied, or regretful over the establishment of the Heavenly Court fell into silence.
Was the Dao fruit of Da Luo Golden Immortal valuable? Yes!
Even in the Primordial Realm, Da Luo Golden Immortals were supreme beings, as the path of Quasi-Saints had yet to be widely taught. The few Quasi-Saints present had achieved that level through exceptional circumstances. In other words, possessing these six Dao fruits would ce one at the pinnacle of the Primordial Realm.
However, the price of fate¡¯s gifts had long been evident, if not tant.
¡°Whoever wields the Dao fruits of Heavenly Tribtion must bring tribtions to all beings in the Primordial Realm!¡±
¡°The karma is too immense!¡±
¡°This would make one the enemy of every living being in the Primordial Realm!¡±
Fuxi, who had previously thought that destiny favored the Yao race, withdrew his words. Kunpeng, who had been about to rise, paused in ce.
[ED Note:
In Chinese mythology, the Kunpeng is a legendary creature that is often depicted as a giant fish (Kun) that can transform into a giant bird (Peng).]
Chapter 6 - Destiny Is On the Side of the Demons? Hongjuns Face Changed!
Chapter 6: Destiny Is On the Side of the Demons? Hongjun¡¯s Face Changed!
At the same time, in the outside world, all of the Primordial Realm was still captivated by the establishment of the Heavenly Court of the Yao race.
One after another, various races dered themselves members of the Yao race and joined the Heavenly Court, fueling its prosperity. Even the former Three races ¨C the Dragon Pces of the Four Seas, the Volcanoes of the South, and the Hidden Domains ¨C castplex nces toward the Heavenly Court that illuminated the whole world.
Emperor Jun and Donghuang Taiyi, who had established the Heavenly Court, received a constant flow of merit that greatly enhanced their cultivation. Before Hongjun, the Dao Ancestor, could even deliver his second sermon, teaching the Dao of Quasi-Saints, they began involuntarily advancing toward the Quasi-Saint realm.
Emperor Jun and Donghuang Taiyi were overjoyed.
¡°Excellent, excellent, excellent!¡±
¡°Destiny is on our side!¡± Emperor Jun dered with passion.
He had anticipated great benefits from establishing the Heavenly Court for the Yao race, but he hadn¡¯t expected them to be this substantial. The Heavenly Dao endorsed them, and merit rained down. Although many of the powerful members of the Yao race Heavenly Court gained something, the two of them received the lion¡¯s share.
¡°Perhaps, this time, we will reach the level of Quasi-Saint!¡±
¡°If we be Quasi-Saints, we will certainly be able to expand our Yao race Heavenly Court even further. By then, even that arrogant Wu race will have no choice but to submit to our Yao race!¡± Emperor Jun thought with satisfaction as he swiftly refined his umted merit.
While refining, he couldn¡¯t resist ncing toward Mount Buzhou, eager to see his old rival¡¯s reaction. Though he also remained cautious, in case they tried to disrupt his ns. The Yao race may appear to be thriving, but their foundation could not yetpare to that of the Wu race after all. However, once he established the Heavenly Court and recruited a few more deities of great power, the situation would change entirely.
Emperor Jun calcted his moves. His gaze pierced through the heavens and he noted theck of response from the Wu race on the ground below. He had barely begun to question this when, suddenly, above them, the will of the Heavenly Dao, which had been showering them with merit, began to tremble.
A feeling of immense joy and jubtion erupted across the hearts of all beings within the Primordial Realm. In that instant, countless great powers were stunned and couldn¡¯t help but question.
¡°How is this possible? Could it be that the Heavenly Dao is ted once again? Is establishing the Yao race¡¯s Heavenly Court truly this crucial?¡± Zhen Yuanzi exchanged a surprised nce with his friend Hongyun.
¡°The Yao race? Could destiny be favoring the demons?¡± Within a hidden realm on Mount Buzhou, Fuxi tried to calcte the secrets of the heavens, yet found himself unable to see the key.
¡°A bunch of creatures born of damp ces and eggs, and they receive such fortune!¡± In Sanqing Hall on Mount Kunlun, the Primordial Lord furrowed his brow.
¡°What a pity to have been surpassed by the Yao race!¡± In the sea of blood, a massive bloody shadow rose, gazing enviously at the heavens. ¡°When Emperor Jun approached me before, I should have agreed! What a loss! I thought their foundation was far inferior to the Wu race¡¯s, a sinking ship, but now, ah!¡±
A Kunpengon the North Sea pped his thigh in frustration.
Emperor Jun and the others, who had previously been puzzled, were now ecstatic.
It was no wonder that the faces of many great powers changed drastically. The joy of the Heavenly Dao descending once more was indeed extraordinary. For a single event to merit two rewards was unheard of! The Heavenly Dao operated by rules, following natural order. This consecutive movement meant either that something was wrong with the Heavenly Dao or that the Yao race¡¯s Heavenly Court had truly garnered exceptional attention from it.
Boom!
Another sound came under the concerned gazes of countless great powers.
In the void, a vast, Ancient Dao sound echoed, carrying an icy majesty. An unseen change was sweeping across the Primordial Realm as the world shifted, and the Dao transformed. Many tried to discern the meaning within the Dao sound and only caught fragmented words:
¡°Immortal Dao¡ tribtion¡ disasters¡ thunder¡¡±
Before they could understand more, a vast fog of the Heavenly Dao shrouded everything, obscuring all knowledge and sealing it within the deepest parts of the world. Even those with great powers could no longer glimpse a trace.
This shift startled even the shadowy figure within the chaotic Zixiao Pce, who was undergoing his integration with the Dao.
Hongjun sensed the tremendous change within the Heavenly Dao, quickly calcted, and his expression shifted dramatically.
¡°How could the Tribtion Dao appear at this time?¡±
Yet when he attempted to probe further, a dense fog from the Heavenly Dao veiled everything and blocked his gaze. Only by fully merging with the Dao could he pierce through its mysteries. The changes brought by the Tribtion Dao were immense, throwing off Hongjun¡¯s original ns. Most importantly, this would undoubtedly hinder the progress and spread of the Immortal Dao.
Though beneficial for the world, it was disadvantageous for Hongjun, who had unified and established the Immortal Dao as its Dao Ancestor. It was only by using the Immortal Dao to supplement the Heavenly Dao that he had obtained the opportunity to merge with it. If he had already merged, this would not matter, but he had yet toplete the integration! Any dy in the spread of the Immortal Dao would slow down his own progress. A dy here could lead to endless future disruptions, possibly creating major variables.
However, before Hongjun could think of a solution, a further crisis unfolded. The will of the Heavenly Dao transmitted a message which prompted Hongjun to rise abruptly.
¡°Not good!¡±
Yet soon, he sat back down.
¡°It¡¯s toote!¡±
Hongjun¡¯s expression turned ugly.
Meanwhile, in the Primordial Realm, under the watchful eyes of countless great powers, the Heavenly Dao descended with a dual aura of green and purple, along with a trace of merit, condensing into six massive objects that seemed like both Dao fruits and symbols of authority, falling toward the Heavenly Court.
The six Dao fruits emanated a majesty infused with the immense might of the heavens. Just gazing upon them gave even the Da Luo Golden Immortals goosebumps. In that moment, as goosebumps prickled across their skin, the fog of the Heavenly Daopletely dissipated, revealing hidden information to the entire world.
¡°The Heavenly Tribtion Dao! From this day onward, tribtion will exist in the Primordial Realm. Any being who wishes to be an immortal will face three disasters and nine hardships.¡±
¡°The Three Disasters: Wind, Fire, and Water. The Nine Hardships: hunger, thirst, the need for clothing, and all the constraints of mortality, forming the Five Declines of the Celestial Being! Only by oveing these can one attain immortality and pursue the Immortal Dao! Even after achieving immortality, each stage brings a tribtion: heaven¡¯s thunder, invading water and fire, and the roar of wind and lightning! Only those who attain the Da Luo Golden Immortal status can be exempt from tribtions. And these six Dao fruits are the manifestation of these cmities¡¯ authority. Refining even one of them would elevate an individual to the peak of the Taiyi Golden Immortal level without the need for cultivation. Refining all six would grant the Da Luo Golden Immortal Dao fruit, thus allowing one to be a Da Luo Golden Immortal in one step!¡±
The announcement silenced the entire Primordial Realm.
Emperor Jun and hispanions, who had been jubnt moments before, froze. Those who had been envious, dissatisfied, or regretful over the establishment of the Heavenly Court fell into silence.
Was the Dao fruit of Da Luo Golden Immortal valuable? Yes!
Even in the Primordial Realm, Da Luo Golden Immortals were supreme beings, as the path of Quasi-Saints had yet to be widely taught. The few Quasi-Saints present had achieved that level through exceptional circumstances. In other words, possessing these six Dao fruits would ce one at the pinnacle of the Primordial Realm.
However, the price of fate¡¯s gifts had long been evident, if not tant.
¡°Whoever wields the Dao fruits of Heavenly Tribtion must bring tribtions to all beings in the Primordial Realm!¡±
¡°The karma is too immense!¡±
¡°This would make one the enemy of every living being in the Primordial Realm!¡±
Fuxi, who had previously thought that destiny favored the Yao race, withdrew his words. Kunpeng, who had been about to rise, paused in ce.
[ED Note:
In Chinese mythology, the Kunpeng is a legendary creature that is often depicted as a giant fish (Kun) that can transform into a giant bird (Peng).]
Chapter 7 - The Earlier Saints Guide the Later Saints To Subdue the Fruit of Heavenly Tribulation!
Chapter 7: The Earlier Saints Guide the Later Saints To Subdue the Fruit of Heavenly Tribtion!
Countless faces shifted from showing jealousy or envy into expressions of extreme peculiarity.
Even though everyone understood that summoning tribtions was not the intention of the one who held the Dao Fruit, it was rather the inevitable operation of the Heavenly Dao. Even though everyone knew it had nothing to do with the one who brought the tribtion, could anyone remain rational if their family or friends¡ªor even themselves¡ªwere harmed or killed by the tribtion?
It was exceedingly difficult. One might say it was almost impossible.
Thus, the Tribtion Dao unquestionably stood in direct opposition to the entire Primordial Realm.
They could not resent the Heavenly Dao. But if there was a specific executor, then there would be a target for their hatred.
Anyone who assumed this role would inevitably bear enormous karmic consequences. This even affected the Heavenly Court of the Yao race, which had been thriving.
For the Heavenly Court of the Yao race could not refuse! It was established to govern the heavens and earth and restore order. Now, Heavenly Tribtion was also an order of the heavens and earth, perhaps even the most important one, bestowed directly by the Heavenly Dao. Could the Heavenly Court of the Yao race refuse? They even had to actively promote it, or else the foundations of the court would waver, and they would suffer a bacsh from the Heavenly Dao.
In this moment, countless beings across the Primordial Realm realized this.
¡°I suddenly don¡¯t feel jealous anymore!¡± Some sighed.
If this was the duty of the Yao race¡¯s Heavenly Court, he was not at all envious of the benefits Emperor Jun and the others had received.
Favor from the Heavenly Dao did not guarantee survival. If one relied solely on Heavenly Dao¡¯s favor, then why pursue cultivation at all?
The powerful figures active in this era were all born of the primordial, each one innately endowed with the Dao. Even if they hade into existence after the Heavenly Dao, they themselves and their origins were still primordial, with inherent power that preceded the Heavenly Dao. For example, Fuxi was born with Innate Yang energy, and Zhunti was born from the Primordial Bodhi Tree; they were beings of Innate origins.
They revered the Heavenly Dao because they knew its power. It was the order of the Primordial Realm and a manifestation of the Great Dao, but this did not mean they had unwavering faith in the Heavenly Dao.
As the Dao Fruit of Heavenly Tribtion suddenly descended, the influence of the Heavenly Court abruptly cut off. Many of the powerful figures and races that had wavered due to the Heavenly Court¡¯s establishment now paused to watch. Although some still sporadically dered their allegiance to the Yao race¡¯s Heavenly Court, the drastically reduced speed of Heavenly Dao¡¯s bestowal of merit spoke volumes.
¡°How could this be!¡± Emperor Jun was nearly furious to the point of fainting and his expression turned extremely grim.
I thought everything was going well, but I never thought that I would be struck with an immense setback at this critical moment.
Due to the sharp reduction in merit, which did not meet the expected amount, his breakthrough progress also slowed. This time, he feared he would not reach the level of a Quasi-Saint! Emperor Jun felt a jolt in his heart.
The Dao Fruit of Heavenly Tribtion, the Dao Fruit of Heavenly Tribtion!
The many powerful figures of the Yao race¡¯s Heavenly Court looked withplicated expressions at the Dao Fruit of Heavenly Tribtion that had descended before them. They could not refuse it; they had to administer the tribtions.
Meanwhile, in certain ces, numerous powerful figures had already begun to break through. The Primordial Realm was vast, and some had sensed the tribtion, instinctively wanting to break through before the tribtion fully formed to avoid it. This led to an immediate surge in the demand for tribtions.
The Heavenly Dao quickly urged Emperor Jun and Donghuang Taiyi. Emperor Jun gritted his teeth and suddenly looked at Donghuang Taiyi.
¡°Second brother, I need your help!¡±
Donghuang Taiyi paused and looked at Emperor Jun. He understood his elder brother¡¯s intentions. However, if he took on the role of administering tribtions, all that karma would fall on him.
Nheless, Emperor Jun quickly exined.
¡°It¡¯s different now. Our good fortune is about to be ruined in one fell swoop. If we don¡¯t quickly turn things around, the Heavenly Court we established will be aughingstock! And right now, our only chance lies in this Dao Fruit of Heavenly Tribtion! The tribtion may bring ruin, but it might also bring sess! If we can master the tribtion, we won¡¯t just be a threat; we could also bestow grace!¡±
Donghuang Taiyi¡¯s gaze shifted as he instantly grasped Emperor Jun¡¯s meaning.
¡°Elder brother, you mean to adjust the strength of the tribtions!¡±
Seeing his younger brother follow his train of thought, Emperor Jun nodded enthusiastically.
¡°Exactly. It¡¯s a threat, but also an opportunity!¡±
¡°If we can control the tribtion¡¯s strength, this would actually be beneficial, as it means we could manipte the rise and fall of immortals at will. That would be the true Heavenly Court! By then, even the Wu n would be no more than ants! Because all beings across the Primordial Realm, willing or not, would have to stand with us. No matter how strong, everyone has friends and family and ces of vulnerability!¡±
¡°This is the greatest karmic entanglement, yet also the greatest opportunity!¡±
After these words, Donghuang Taiyi¡¯s breath quickened as he fully realized the potential benefits.
Seizing the moment, Emperor Jun pressed on.
¡°That¡¯s why mastering the Dao Fruit of Heavenly Tribtion is paramount. We must find a way to adjust the tribtion, which will require a certain level of cultivation from the tribtion master. You and I are the strongest in the Heavenly Court!¡±
¡°Furthermore, the Heavenly Tribtion must be under us brothers¡¯ control!¡±
As he spoke, Emperor Jun looked at the tempted but still hesitant Donghuang Taiyi. He clenched his teeth, flicked his sleeve, and offered all his merit to Donghuang Taiyi.
¡°For the sake of the grand n, I will sacrifice this merit to help you reach Quasi-Saint first! The earlier saints guide theter saints!¡±
No amount of persuasion couldpare to tangible benefits.
The substantial merit from Emperor Jun finally moved Donghuang Taiyi to agree.
He had already been swayed, but he wasn¡¯t a fool. The Heavenly Tribtion was too significant for the Heavenly Dao to allow easy maniption. He might not achieve his elder brother¡¯s vision.
However, with the merit Emperor Jun provided, though the previous decline in merit was insufficient to elevate both to Quasi-Saint, focusing it on one person made it achievable.
He would be a Quasi-Saint, so why not!
With the Heavenly Tribtion newly established and no one tomand it yet, how could it contend with a Quasi-Saint?
Immediately, Donghuang Taiyi strode forward and took the six Dao Fruits of Heavenly Tribtion and swallowed them all in one go.
Then, he absorbed a great amount of Heavenly Dao merit.
He was determined to break through to Quasi-Saint and simultaneously subdue the Dao Fruit of Heavenly Tribtion!
Chapter 8 - The Truth Behind the Heavenly Tribulation!
Chapter 8: The Truth Behind the Heavenly Tribtion!
As they observed the changes within the Yao race¡¯s Heavenly Court, many powerful beings across the Primordial Realm shifted their gazes, guessing the Yao race¡¯s intentions. Instantly, their hearts stirred.
Boundless merit surged into Donghuang Taiyi¡¯s body. Wind, fire, water, and lighting disasters flooded the second Emperor of the Yao race¡¯s Heavenly Court instantly. A terrifying aura shook the realm, rising continuously and growing stronger and faster. Gradually, even the aura of the tribtion seemed unable to engulf the emperor within it.
Watching this scene, Emperor Jun felt both pleased and concerned. He acknowledged he was taking a gamble, but for the sake of the greater cause, he had no choice but to take this risk. Even if it might make his younger brother a threat and test the bond they shared, he had no other choice. As for why he didn¡¯t face it himself, it was simply too dangerous. As the leader of the Yao race, the one with the strategic mind, he couldn¡¯t afford to fall into the trap of the Heavenly Tribtion.
Finally, a surge of energy burst forth, signaling the beginning stage of a Quasi-Saint!
Boom!
Breaking into Quasi-Saint using merit wasn¡¯t the best method, but it instantly widened the gap from the Da Luo Golden Immortal. At this moment, Donghuang Taiyi¡¯s magnificent figure overlooked the Nine Heavens and Ten Lands. The tribtion energy was fully suppressed, and countless powerful beings looked gravely upon this formidable figure.
Since the Longhan Tribtion and the fall of the three races, the first visible Quasi-Saint of the Immortal Path had emerged. Although the Wu race¡¯s Di Jiang had also achieved the Quasi-Saint level, he was ultimately of the Wu race and did not walk the same path as the others.
Amidst this, a gigantic ancient bell, radiating a chaotic aura, rang out with a deep ¡°race.¡± The prohibitions on the Chaos Bell activated, and terrifying power instantly suppressed all of the tribtion energy. The six Dao fruits continued to be melted into the body of the newly ascended Quasi-Saint, Donghuang Taiyi. This was not a simple containment; he was forcibly refining it for his own use, which enabled him to alter the Heavenly Tribtion itself.
¡°Perhaps it¡¯s truly possible!¡± Someone muttered softly.
After all, this Dao fruit was only equivalent to a Da Luo Golden Immortal¡¯s and was not at its peak¡ªat best, it was at an early to mid-stage. This Dao fruit indicated that the tribtion set by the Heavenly Dao was still iplete. With full refinement, a Quasi-Saint might indeed stand a chance. Many powerful beings ced high hopes on the Yao race¡¯s Heavenly Court; after all, no one wanted the tribtion¡¯s power to harm them or their loved ones one day.
However, as all eyes in the Primordial Realm were on this moment, they were unaware.
¡¡.
At the same time, elsewhere, in the Pangu Pce below Mount Buzhou, many Wu Ancestors who hadpleted their tribtions descended from the chaotic void. The Heavenly Dao¡¯s unseen gifts, massive merit far surpassing the six Dao fruits of the Yao race¡¯s Heavenly Court, rained down with seven powers of great authority. Each Wu Ancestor refined their portion of the authority. The merit was divided among the six Wu Ancestors and Chu Xuan like a waterfall.
Although the merit didn¡¯t match the Yao race¡¯s Heavenly Court in terms of karma and destiny, it wasn¡¯t the main benefit this time. The critical advantagey in the seven immense powers that even a Da Luo Golden Immortal would fear. This was an authority at the level of the Dao Ancestor, formed from the Primordial Realm itself, which flowed back with immense benefits. Though it currently remained at the Da Luo Golden Immortal level, as the tribtion evolved, these powers would only grow stronger, reaching at least the Quasi-Saint level.
If the eight powers (counting the Yao race) were united as one, they would be a true Quasi-Saint-level Dao fruit. This was the truth behind the tribtion¡ªfar from the assumption of the Yao race¡¯s Heavenly Court and others in the Primordial Realm that the Heavenly Tribtion was initially weak. By total measure, it already posed a real threat to a Quasi-Saint. With continued evolution, it would definitely reach Quasi-Saint perfection, even if it might not reach the level of a Saint.
The Yao race¡¯s Heavenly Court was left with mere remnants while bearing all obligations. As the Wu Ancestors whopleted their tribtions descended, they absorbed their corresponding powers, refined their merit, and elevated themselves. Even at their level, they gained significant rewards.
¡°I sense the opportunity to break through to Quasi-Saint!¡± Suddenly, Wu Ancestor Gong Gong spoke up.
Immediately, Wu¡¯s Ancestor Zhu Rong followed with a jubnt shout, ¡°Yes! I feel it too!¡±
Next, Wu Ancestors Qiang Liang and others confirmed the same. All Wu Ancestors who established the tribtion felt the chance to break through to Quasi-Saint. They only needed to fully digest this gain to seed. This was the reward of their journey, causing the other six Wu Ancestors to feel a stir of envy.
Though all had hopes of a breakthrough after their brother Di Jiang¡¯s advancement, it was the only hope. Even though they were all at the peak of the Da Luo Golden Immortal level, a breakthrough required both opportunity and luck. None had expected that simply establishing the tribtion would allow six Wu Ancestors to advance first.
Watching this scene, Wu Ancestor Xuan Ming felt some jealousy and clung to Hou Tu, her younger sister,ining, ¡°All those times I treated you well, and you didn¡¯t even make your Chu Xuan include me! This is an opportunity to break through to Quasi-Saint!¡±
Hou Tu, with a faint blush, nced at her sister in mild reproach as she pulled away and sighed helplessly. ¡°The tribtion has its own destiny. Our Fellow Daoists established it with an inherent order that cannot be casually altered. Also, don¡¯t say such nonsense¡ªwhat do you mean by ¡®my Chu Xuan¡¯? He¡¯s already a Fellow Daoist; see, I didn¡¯t even get a spot as a Dao Ancestor for the tribtion!¡±
Xuan Ming knew the reasoning behind this but enjoyed teasing her younger sister. As one of only two female Wu Ancestors, she had always been close to her.
¡°I don¡¯t care. Let it slide this time, but next time, make sure your Chu Xuan includes me!¡± Sheughed slyly, adding, ¡°As for whether he¡¯s yours¡ªdon¡¯t forget what happened thest time he saw you! A mere Golden Immortal is no match for a Wu Ancestor, but how about an Ancestor of the Heavenly Tribtion Dao?¡±
At this moment, Chu Xuan was also digesting his gains, consuming a Da Luo Golden Immortal-level Dao fruit, absorbing thergest portion of merit, and ascending rapidly in power. Golden Immortal mid-stage¡te-stage¡ Taiyi Golden Immortal early stage¡ mid-stage¡te-stage¡ nearly reaching Da Luo Golden Immortal.
With Xuan Ming smiling, Hou Tu¡¯s face reddened as she looked away, then directed her gaze to Chu Xuan, who was ascending in one bound. For once, she looked solemn.
¡°Ascending in one step to Da Luo Golden Immortal is both a blessing and a curse. The marks of tribtion on him are deep. Unlike our older brothers, he can¡¯t conceal them with his Dao attainments.¡±
Meanwhile, Chu Xuan had little time to think this over. Though he had considered it, achieving Da Luo Golden Immortal overshadowed any minor concerns. He would simply refrain from going out. With the help of the Wu Ancestors, the early condensation of some tribtionws was a tremendous advantage. The Primordial Realm¡¯sws surged back, molding the Dao fruit and forcing his tribtionws to the level of Da Luo Golden Immortal. Though hisws were weaker than the other Wu Ancestors¡¯ at only the initial stage, they still allowed him to ascend swiftly. Additionally, the merit of being the first creator boosted his cultivation, which assisted in refining the Da Luo Golden Immortal level tribtionws.
Chu Xuan was already on the path to Da Luo Golden Immortal. Golden Immortal mid-stage¡te-stage¡ Taiyi Golden Immortal early stage¡ mid-stage¡te-stage¡
¡°Peak Taiyi Golden Immortal!¡±
Chu Xuan rapidly exhausted his merit, pushing his cultivation to its utmost, just a step away from Da Luo Golden Immortal.
¡°This step must be taken!¡± Chu Xuan resolved. The current Da Luo Golden Immortals were the highest tier in the Primordial Realm. When he had crossed over, he hadn¡¯t been born into a powerful family, nor did he have a system to aid him. Thus, making this step was crucial for him. Within him, his Dao fruit, faintly transparent, exuded waves of disasters and tribtion. Without hesitation, he fully absorbed it.
Boom!
Chapter 9 - Now, the Ultimate Plan! Let All Karma Fall Upon Donghuang Taiyi!
Chapter 9: Now, the Ultimate n! Let All Karma Fall Upon Donghuang Taiyi!
The Heavenly Tribtionws within Chu Xuan had reached their peak and instantly transformed to perfection. Assimting thews, he reached the limit, forming his Dao Fruit!
A Dao Fruit truly belonging to Chu Xuan manifested from his body in an abstract form. His true form transformed, his Qi surged, and his bloodline refined itself.
Boom!
Endless disasters gathered around him at that moment¡ªwind, rain, lightning, fire, thunder, and all nine tribtions descended at once.
Uncontrobly, Chu Xuan¡¯s original ten-thousand zhangform swelled, expanding from one hundred thousand to one million, ten million, one hundred million¡ stretching boundlessly.
It was as if countless disasters were falling upon him. Even Golden Immortals of the same level would be fearful.
A Da Luo Golden Immortal, possessingplete mastery over aw, was already akin to the Dao itself.
But Chu Xuan¡¯sw was the most uniquew of Heavenly Tribtion.
At that moment, Chu Xuan had almost reached the pinnacle of strength. His gaze opened and closed like the descent of a Great Cmity, as countless beings in the distant future either bowed or cursed.
¡°So, this is a Da Luo Golden Immortal,¡± Chu Xuan said softly. His voice carried a sense of Dao intent, and he turned the countless beings of the future into challenges that surrounded him.
Even strong figures of his level would be unable to prate the veil of Dao shielding him.
Just as Chu Xuan had once seen Wu¡¯s Ancestor Hou Tu, this was the essence of ¡°The Dao that can be spoken is not the eternal Dao; the name that can be named is not the eternal name!¡±
Unless one surpassed him in Heavenly Tribtions or reached the Saint realm, no one could pierce this shroud.
Chu Xuan, Sovereign of the Heavenly Tribtion Dao, had ascended to the same level as many of the great masters and finally earned a ce on the board.
Though still behind them, he was now qualified to make his move. When his Heavenly Tribtion Dao reached its peak, he would even be able to impose tribtions on Golden Immortals and Quasi-Saints.
And this was only the benefit of a single scheme.
Chu Xuan¡¯s gaze brightened¡ªno, it practically sparkled! He knew that in the Primordial Realm, this was only the beginning; countless opportunities to interveney ahead.
As for the curses of future beings he had sensed when bing the Sovereign of the Heavenly Tribtion Dao, what did that have to do with him?
Everything in existence could be harmed, as long as he remained unscathed!
¡°Yes, I need to develop my talents in strategizing! For instance, the authority over Heavenly Tribtions¡ªthere¡¯s clearly room for growth!¡±
Infinite calctions began to swirl in Chu Xuan¡¯s mind, and the future felt full of promise.
But as his eyes grew brighter, the Wu Ancestors around him, watching Chu Xuan emerge from his breakthrough, felt somewhat puzzled.
They had no idea that Chu Xuan had found the path most suitable for himself: if he had no golden finger, then he would simply create his own golden finger.
Poisonous schemes. Those were the true, eternal strength!
Looking at the dazed Chu Xuan, Zhu Rong felt a hint of unease. He couldn¡¯t help but speak up to the other Wu Ancestors.
¡°Since little brother Chu Xuan has sessfully broken through, we should get moving!¡±
At Zhu Rong¡¯s words, the Wu Ancestors nodded and prepared for action.
Hearing this, Chu Xuan snapped out of his calctions, momentarily confused.
Little brother Chu Xuan?What kind of odd title was that?
And ¡®moving¡¯? Chu Xuan¡¯s gaze flickered, and he quickly guessed their intentions.
¡°Wait, are the Wu Ancestors nning to go to the Heavenly Court of the Yao race?¡±
Ignoring the ¡°Little brother¡± title, which he didn¡¯t quite ept, Chu Xuan¡¯s curiosity about their objective remained high.
The Wu Ancestors didn¡¯t mind Chu Xuan¡¯s questioning. He had already earned their respect with his wisdom and contributions and was qualified to speak as an equal.
Di Jiang, the head of the shamans smiled mildly when he heard his question and nodded and took the initiative to exin.
¡°Correct. The Yao race¡¯s recent actions demand a response. As rivals, we cannot ignore them. If we stayed silent, it would seem unnatural. The karma of the Heavenly Tribtions is massive, so it¡¯s not suitable for our Wu race to reveal too much for now. We had to guard you before, andter Zhu Rong and Gong Gong won¡¯t be able to hold back their Quasi-Saint breakthroughs. So, now is the perfect time to act! Of course, because you achieved Dao through Heavenly Tribtions, you shouldn¡¯t participate this time¡ªnot for any other reason but to keep things concealed.¡±
Di Jiang valued Chu Xuan highly, as he had single-handedly weakened the threat posed by the Yao race and generated six Quasi-Saints for the Wu race. Chu Xuan¡¯s new status as a Da Luo Golden Immortal further cemented their view of him as a peer who could help bear the burden of the race¡¯s future.
Unaware that Chu Xuan had already guessed their intentions and even devised his own ns, Di Jiang¡¯s words made Chu Xuan¡¯s eyes gleam with excitement.
He didn¡¯t even mind the ¡°Little brother¡± title, as his voice animated. ¡°Good! Good! Good! Indeed, it¡¯s wise to keep the heavenly tribtions¡¯ true nature concealed for now. And though the Wu race¡¯s response is somewhat dyed, the Heavenly Court is entangled in the effects of the tribtions, making this the perfect time to strike without arousing suspicion! My recent attainment of Dao through Heavenly Tribtions makes it reasonable for me to sit out. But¡ have the Wu Ancestors considered that this is an excellent opportunity?¡±
The Twelve Wu Ancestors hesitated, feeling an odd sense of anticipation.
Chu Xuan¡¯s next words seemed to confirm their thoughts, his tone full of enthusiasm.
¡°To be honest, I have one more n! A n that would make the Heavenly Court lose all credibility and severely damage Donghuang Taiyi¡ªclearing the way for our Wu race to annihte the Yao race!¡±
Seeing Chu Xuan¡¯s enthusiasm, the Wu Ancestors nced at each other, recalling hisst poisonous scheme, a move that had nearly blocked the path of cultivation for all beings. Though it had been for the Wu race¡¯s future and even to safeguard Pangu¡¯s world, it still left them with a lingering sense of dread.
Yet, with Chu Xuan having just reached the Da Luo Golden Immortal level, refusing him would be ungracious.
After a pause, Di Jiang spoke first.
¡°We are all family¡ªplease, tell us.¡±
Chu Xuan nodded in satisfaction. This time, he skipped the top, middle, and bottom strategy tiers to avoid interruptions, and exined directly.
¡°I have a n called the Bacsh of the Heavenly Tribtion¡ªa final severing scheme! When I attained Dao, I sensed that Donghuang Taiyi is suppressing six Heavenly Tribtion Dao fruits, and his Quasi-Saint level is on the verge of breaking through. While he can¡¯t fully refine the Dao fruits, he may be able to glimpse our true forms. Though our concealment may prevent him from deciphering the Heavenly Tribtions¡¯ scheme, there¡¯s still a risk of exposure, weakening our strike against the Heavenly Court! So, why not do this¡¡±
Chu Xuan grinned, his n emerging like a dagger.
¡°When the Wu Ancestors disrupt the Heavenly Court and distract Donghuang Taiyi, we Seven Sovereigns of the Heavenly Tribtion Dao will simultaneously unleash an eruption! During this time, countless beings, even powerful immortals, have hastily broken through to avoid tribtions. We will incite a tribtion surge, descending prematurely and unleashing a true flood of disasters! We can covertly amplify the difficulty of these tribtions to the maximum! And all cause and effect will fall upon Donghuang Taiyi alone!¡±
[ED Note:
1/ zhang is approximately 3.33 meters
2/A golden finger is like a cheat that allows the Protagonist to be able to be sessful without having to work as hard as others.]
Chapter 10 - The Poisonous Plan Was Rejected! Chu Xuan, You’re Too Extreme!
Chapter 10: The Poisonous n Was Rejected! Chu Xuan, You¡¯re Too Extreme!
¡°All of the karma will fall upon Donghuang Taiyi!¡± The more Chu Xuan spoke, the more convinced he felt about his idea. He could hardly contain his excitement. ¡°It is Donghuang Taiyi who overestimated his abilities in an attempt to refine the Dao fruit! It was Donghuang Taiyi who disrupted his focus and provoked the bacsh of a Heavenly Tribtion! It was Donghuang Taiyi who caused the decline of all races and led to hundreds of millions of immortals perishing under the tribtion! We can even expand this so that, for the next ten epochs, tribtions will reach their peak due to the ripple effects of endless tribtion! This is the retaliation of the Dao, a response to those who challenge it. For us, as Ancestors of the Heavenly Tribtion Dao, any consequence would be minor at best! But can the Heavenly Court withstand the wrath of all races for ten epochs? With one n, we could cut down the Heavenly Court¡¯s prospects. When the timees, a single call to arms will rally the entire world against the Heavenly Court!¡±
Chu Xuan¡¯s tone was calm yet impassioned. He carried a righteous conviction as if he were a valiant fighter crying out on behalf of those who would perish under the countless waves of disasters.
The most crucial point was that unleashing these tribtions would punish all beings, and the immense gathered disasters would propel the new Heavenly Tribtion Dao forward by leaps and bounds. As an Ancestor of the Heavenly Tribtion Dao, Chu Xuan would undoubtedly benefit and advance further.
With a great catastrophe approaching, his current early Da Luo Golden Immortal level was still insufficient! This n could weaken the Heavenly Court, alter the fate of the Wu race, and enhance his own cultivation.
It was a guaranteed win-win situation!
Chu Xuan felt entirely satisfied with his n.
However, despite Chu Xuan¡¯s satisfaction, the twelve Ancestors of the Wu race, who were listening to him, felt only fear. Even Di Jiang, who previously thought Chu Xuan could shoulder the race¡¯s burdens, froze.
From the very start, when they heard the name of Chu Xuan¡¯s n, the Wu Ancestors felt an ominous foreboding. Heavenly Tribtion bacshes and annihtion of all races!
Once they heard his entire n in full, they fell into a prolonged silence. Despite the Wu race¡¯s general disregard for all non-Wu races and their equal disdain for other beings, they found themselves stunned.
Some of the Wu Ancestors exchanged odd nces with Chu Xuan, several of them opened their mouths to speak but stopped short.
Damn! It was too vicious! It was too extreme!
Though Chu Xuan¡¯s n was indeed well thought-out and had a seventy to eighty percent chance of dragging the Heavenly Court into an abyss, it was simply too ruthless!
Originally, they believed that the Heavenly Tribtion n was already enough to block the paths of countless beings in the future. They never thought that there was a backup n!
It brought future obstructions into the present and even wiped out countless beings with a single thought. If this n were implemented, it would cast all of the Primordial Realm in mourning!
Even Zhu Rong, known for his fiery temper, felt that his temperament wasn¡¯t that intense after all. At most, he just wanted to brawl and asionally beat a few Yaos. It was nothingpared to Chu Xuan¡¯s n!
But to be fair, although Chu Xuan¡¯s n was excessively venomous, all the Wu Ancestors present recognized its strategic soundness. If executed, the Heavenly Court of the Yao race would face inevitable destruction.
Unfortunately, this time they couldn¡¯t deceive themselves by iming it was for the Primordial Realm.
This left the Wu Ancestors feeling torn, some agreeing in part while others hesitated. Yet even the most supportive among them found the n a bit too extreme.
As the Wu race¡¯s leader, Di Jiang was not one to let empathy sway him easily, yet he too hesitated.
Seeing the Wu Ancestors silenced again, Chu Xuan felt a twinge of frustration.
What was going on? What was this about? Was it reasonable for such a good n not to receive immediate support?
Unable to suppress his discontent, Chu Xuan feltpelled to say more. ¡°Fellow Wu Ancestores, this is all for our Wu race¡¯s sake! We cannot afford to be soft-hearted! Besides, whether they die now from the Heavenly Tribtion orter from the Heavenly Tribtion, it¡¯s all to relieve the burden on the Primordial Realm! I think¡ª¡±
However, before he could finish, a familiar yet firm voice cut him off, different fromst time.
¡°No! How could we harm countless innocent beings for our own gain? We established the Heavenly Tribtion to sustain the Primordial Realm¡¯s fate and maintain the natural bnce. Tampering with it and intensifying it goes against our original intention! I absolutely will not agree to this! My brothers and sisters, surely you would not agree either!¡±
The beautiful Wu Ancestor, Hou Tu, looked resolute, her soft face determined as she nced at the other Wu Ancestors. Some looked away with guilty expressions.
Indeed, they found Chu Xuan¡¯s n promising, though admittedly too extreme. A little bacsh could be useful, but anything excessive was uneptable.
Facing Hou Tu¡¯s resolve and her asionalplex nces, Chu Xuan felt unexpectedly guilty. This was his tribe¡¯s leader, who had looked after him since he came to this world. His little conscience caught him off guard, and he couldn¡¯te up with a way to persuade her.
Before he could silence his conscience, Di Jiang spoke, clearly having made a decision.
¡°Forget it; let¡¯s drop this. Our little sister is right. This goes against our original intention, and the consequences would be considerable. There¡¯s no need to bear such consequences over a mere Yao race.¡± Hearing Di Jiang¡¯s words, the Wu Ancestors snapped out of it and realized that Chu Xuan had almost led them astray.
Indeed, it was a mere Yao race!
The Yao race¡¯s Heavenly Court may seem powerful now, but it wasn¡¯t a major concern. The future was still unwritten; they could always strike early.
However, Chu Xuan¡¯s reasoning led them to fixate on theing catastrophe, making them anxious. Now, after Di Jun¡¯s words, they felt reassured.
With the Heavenly Court¡¯s threat diminished, there was no need to resort to extreme measures.
Seeing the Wu Ancestors align against him, Chu Xuan¡¯s second poisonous n was decisively rejected in the world of the Primordial Realm.
This made Chu Xuan sigh.
He couldn¡¯t exin that he was a transmigrator and was aware of how powerful the Yao race would eventually be and how biased Hongjun was in their favor!
He knew his n was extreme, but it was highly effective!
He felt somewhat wronged, thinking his character had been misunderstood.
It was just a bit of foresight for the future; how could it be called a ¡®poisonous n¡¯?
Chu Xuan shook his head but ultimately refrained from arguing further.
Having just ascended to power, he couldn¡¯t afford to be too pushy. Sooner orter, those disasters would erupt, and his cultivation could advance gradually.
Even though he backed down, Chu Xuan didn¡¯t intend to yield entirely. Some things were worth fighting for.
Seizing the moment, he changed the topic. ¡°Alright, if the Wu Ancestors don¡¯t wish to pursue this n, that¡¯s fine. But I must mention that even if we don¡¯t use the Heavenly Tribtion directly, we should still make some arrangements to counter Donghuang Taiyi¡¯s refining of the Dao fruit! Otherwise, if he sees through the Heavenly Tribtion¡¯s hidden hands, it could lead to unity among the races against us! Strategies will either harm the enemy or cut ourselves like a double-edged sword.¡±
This time, Chu Xuan¡¯s words received nods from the Wu Ancestors, who listened with solemnity.
Though this little brother¡¯s ns were venomous, his wisdom was undeniable, and it was all for the Wu race¡¯s benefit.
Despite their hesitations, there was some agreement with his intent.
Since this had been mentioned, none of the Wu Ancestors would ignore it.
Chapter 11 - Gong Gong is Ruthless Too! The Wu Race Takes Action!
Chapter 11: Gong Gong is Ruthless Too! The Wu Race Takes Action!
¡°If that¡¯s the case, then we will use the bacsh of the Heavenly Tribtion to target Donghuang Taiyi directly. Although cutting off his escape route isn¡¯t perfect, focusing on Donghuang Taiyi alone has its merits. After all, he¡¯s still a Quasi-Saint and should not be underestimated. Gong Gong, Zhu Rong, can you handle it?¡±
Di Jiang¡¯s question set the course. This was apromise, a subtle acknowledgment of Chu Xuan¡¯s earlier suggestion, as though to reassure him.
Zhu Rong and the others epted this n. As Wu Ancestors, dealing with this was well within their power, even if Donghuang Taiyi¡¯s cultivation was formidable. While this was, at its core, a sh of the Heavenly Tribtion Dao, Donghuang Taiyi¡¯s power came only from six Dao fruits. They had seven Da Luo Golden Immortal Dao Fruits at their disposal which made this oue almost assured.
This time, Hou Tu didn¡¯t oppose the n. Since it targeted only the Yao race and specifically Donghuang Taiyi, she had no objections. Still, Hou Tu looked at Chu Xuan with a trace of concern; this tribe member who had only recently appeared was still a mystery.
Hou Tu let out a faint sigh. It was time to act.
Watching Hou Tu¡¯s gaze, Chu Xuan kept hisposure, merely noting how considerate he had been. He wasn¡¯t doing this for himself but for the Wu race. If Hou Tu¡¯s hesitation stemmed from doubts about him, it would be understandable, but everything he did was for the Wu race¡¯s survival.
In the future, the Wu race will face extinction. Even Chi You, who carried their bloodline, would fall. Only Hou Tu would remain, trapped in the reincarnation cycle, neither fully alive nor fully dead. Compared to that fate, his vicious schemes were a small price to pay.
He shared the same fate as the Wu race and he was determined not to perish with it. Whatever infamy he had to bear or hardship he had to bring upon the Primordial Realm, it would all be worth it.
This situation is definitely in Hongjun¡¯s favor for now,Chu Xuan reflected. He¡¯s using the general trend as his tool. Even if someone senses something is off, they won¡¯t have grounds to challenge him.
He decided then that he would have to harden himself further, giving the Wu Ancestors no reason to hesitate. Chu Xuan began to focus on preparing the strike against Donghuang Taiyi.
As the Sovereign of the Heavenly Tribtion Dao, he had control over all aspects of the Heavenly Tribtion Dao. This made him better equipped than other Wu Ancestors, who only managed single paths, to handle this bacsh. He only needed the support of a few Dao fruits from the other Wu Ancestors. With enough of them, he might even reach Quasi-Saint strength.
Donghuang Taiyi would see what wasing for him.
Chu Xuan sank into the depths of the Heavenly Tribtionw, allowing himself to sense its vastness through his own Dao mastery. Using this connection, he tapped into a faint ancestral energy within the Dao of Heavenly Tribtion, attuning himself to its flow.
He sat in silence, bing one with the Heavenly Tribtion Dao.
Standing at the edge of this Dao, he could feel the subtle tremors from beyond its boundary, as though a terrifying presence was inching closer, drawing power from the Heavenly Tribtion Dao. Amid this mist, Chu Xuan sensed a scorching heat, a searing aura belonging to the Great Sun Law, a power that could only be Taiyi¡¯s.
With the support of the six other Dao Ancestors, Chu Xuan was able to match even this Quasi-Saint power. If he was alone, it would have been impossible.
¡°The Heavenly Court¡¯s Dao fruit mainly acts as a functional key,¡± Chu Xuan exined. ¡°If we weren¡¯t stationed here, Taiyi might actually have a chance to control part of the Heavenly Tribtion Dao. He could adjust it, much like we¡¯re doing.¡±
Hearing this, the six incarnations of the Ancestors of the Heavenly Tribtion Dao around him¡ªQiang Liang, Xi Zhi, Gong Gong, Zhu Rong, Tian Wu, and She Bishi¡ªappeared visibly shaken.
For once, it was Gong Gong who spoke first, his expression calm but firm. ¡°That¡¯s about the extent of it,¡± he said. ¡°The Heavenly Tribtion is an instrument of Heaven¡¯s Dao. Even though we created it through our own deductions, Heaven¡¯s Dao dilutes our control by adding its own power. Adjusting the Heavenly Tribtion¡¯s strength is manageable, but lessening it takes tremendous effort, even for us. If the Yao race thinks they can alter the Heavenly Tribtion to protect their followers, they¡¯re mistaken. Not even we, asbined Dao Ancestors, could aplish that on arge scale. At most, we can secure a limited number of exemptions. Heaven won¡¯t allow too many to escape itsws.¡±
Gong Gong¡¯s words seemed shockingly ruthless, even to Zhu Rong, who usually opposed him but couldn¡¯t deny the truth of what he¡¯d said.
¡°Honestly, I agree with little brother Chu Xuan,¡± Gong Gong continued, supporting Chu Xuan¡¯s ruthless n. ¡°The Wu race is too few in number to concern ourselves with the survival of all races. If our people achieve the Dao, what do other races matter?¡±
His rare show of support for Chu Xuan stunned the other Wu Ancestors. Zhu Rong, usually hotheaded, looked at Gong Gong with surprise, feeling as if he was seeing him in a new light.
Yet, to Chu Xuan, Gong Gong¡¯s ruthlessness was no surprise. After all, in ¡®the past,¡¯ Gong Gong was the one who had once struck Buzhou Mountain, tore the heavens and flooded the world in his rage.
This was no ordinary calmness; it was the restraint of a flood waiting to be unleashed.
With Gong Gong¡¯s backing, Chu Xuan knew he had a powerful ally. The two exchanged respectful words, and Gong Gong even entrusted his Dao Fruit to Chu Xuan for the uing assault.
The other Wu Ancestors looked on in shock. Zhu Rong, unable to stay silent, asked, ¡°Are you really considering following this n?¡±
Gong Gong responded calmly, ¡°Our Wu race is strong enough. Why should we worry? Once we achieve the Dao, the other races won¡¯t matter.¡±
Zhu Rong, known for his fiery temper, found himself unusually calm around Chu Xuan, as he felt that his temper was not that bad.
However, sensing Zhu Rong¡¯s unease, Gong Gong appeared to hesitate, making Zhu Rong shiver involuntarily. But Chu Xuan shook his head and dismissed the n, which surprised everyone.
¡°The Yao race isn¡¯t worth the Wu race incurring such a heavy karmic burden,¡± he said. ¡°The Wu race has greater challenges ahead; we don¡¯t need to expend our resources here.¡±
The other Wu Ancestors frowned. ¡°Challenges ahead? Who could stand against us?¡±
Before they could dwell further on this ominous prediction, the Pangu Hall trembled, and their expressions turned solemn.
¡°It¡¯s time to act!¡±
Chapter 12 - Attacking the Heavenly Court! The Wu races Scheming?
Chapter 12: Attacking the Heavenly Court! The Wu race¡¯s Scheming?
¡°It is time to act!¡±
In the outside world, their true forms had already made a move. Next, it was time to counterattack Donghuang Taiyi.
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Meanwhile, in the Primordial Realm, countless great masters were still watching Donghuang Taiyi refine the Heavenly Tribtion Dao fruit within the Heavenly Court. The sess or failure of this event would have far-reaching implications. It would not only affect the rise and fall of the Yao race but also the fate of all races.
However, they watched Donghuang Taiyi, who was at the Quasi-Saint level, utilize the Innate treasure, the Chaos Bell, to suppress the Heavenly Tribtion Dao fruit. They watched as one after another, the Heavenly Tribtionws were swallowed by Donghuang Taiyi and the masters felt that everything would be fine
¡°For the Yao race, this might be an opportunity!¡±
¡°The Yao race¡¯s Heavenly Court is indeed quite fortunate!¡±
Some feltplicated emotions, while others were dissatisfied. Yet, some revealed a hint of doubt, as if they had forgotten something.
Then, in the next moment, suddenly¡ª
Boom!
A massive pce tore through the heavens, turning countless spaces into dust. The void shattered, and the elements of earth, wind, water, and fire transformed.
Laughter echoed.
Many beings changed their expressions and suddenly realized. ¡°Of course, it¡¯s the Wu race!¡±
Now, the Wu race had be powerful and upied arge portion of the Primordial Realm. They were the next rising faction after the three races of Longhan. In the past, while the conflicts had not been particrly sharp after Emperor Jun established the Yao race, many conflicts would ur.
The Wu race cultivated their true forms not by foraging for food but by feasting on Yaos!
The conflict between these two races was destined to remain irreconcble. Moreover, both races aspired to dominate the Heavenly Court, which further intensified this tension.
In the past, the Yao race had been rtively weak, and the Wu race held them in contempt. But now, with Emperor Jun establishing the Yao race¡¯s Heavenly Court, the situation had ignited. How could the Wu race resist getting involved?
¡°Emperor Jun, my friend, you established the Heavenly Court. Why didn¡¯t you invite us brothers and sisters to such a significant event?¡±
¡°The Twelve Wu Ancestors havee uninvited. Please forgive us, Emperor Jun!¡±
A boomingughter resounded.
Within the Pangu Pce, the Twelve Wu Ancestors moved out, their true forms towering over the realm. Every gesture subdued countlessws, and the space seemed unable to contain their might.
As one footnded in the Heavenly Court, it felt as though the entire realm was pressed down slightly.
Their overwhelming true forms almost suppressed the entire temporal and spatial fabric of the Heavenly Court, intertwining their energies and directly locking onto the entire Yao race¡¯s Heavenly Court!
Indeed, the Wu race had be so audacious, not targeting a specific strong individual but the entire Yao race¡¯s Heavenly Court.
The Pangu Pce behind them trembled and rose.
Boom!
It came crashing down towards the entire Heavenly Court.
Violence¡ªabsolute violence!
Yet, one had to admit, their strength was overwhelming.
Before Emperor Jun could react, he saw an ancient and terrifying hall crashing down towards him.
His expression changed dramatically.
¡°How dare you!¡±
If the Yao race¡¯s Heavenly Court were crushed just after its establishment, even with control over the Heavenly Tribtion Dao fruit, their prestige would suffer greatly. Moreover, there were many loyal elites within the Heavenly Court, who represented the true vitality of the Yao race.
Without hesitation, Emperor Jun made his move.
The supreme Innate spiritual treasures, the River Diagram and Luo Book, flew up. He also manifested his true form.
A colossal Golden Crow unleashed genuine mes from the sun, raising the spiritual treasure to counter the Pangu Pce.
However, the Wu Ancestors would not let him seed easily.
Although Emperor Jun could not stop the Pangu Pce, by making this block, it would be difficult to smash the Yao race¡¯s Heavenly Court. This did not align with their original n.
Immediately, Di Jiang took the lead.
As the only Quasi-Saint among the Twelve Wu Ancestors, his move was earth-shattering.
As a natural master of spatialws, he had broken into the Quasi-Saint realm.
With just a movement, he ripped apart the dome of the Heavenly Court. The very heavens shook, and countlessws trembled.
Asyers of space copsed, a sudden explosion erupted.
It drew Emperor Jun, the River Diagram, and the Luo Book into it and banished them away.
Even when Emperor Jun desperately emerged, blood spewing from his mouth, he was a step toote.
A stepte meant everything was toote. At this level, a split second could determine the oue of countless battles.
Within the Yao race¡¯s Heavenly Court, numerous Da Luo Golden Immortals emerged, either terrified or enraged.
It must be said that the Yao race had already shown signs of bing a powerful race. At this moment, dozens of Da Luo Golden Immortals filled the Yao race¡¯s Heavenly Court.
Although they were not all peak-level practitioners, theirbined strength was enough to shake the entire Primordial Realm.
Yet, that was all it did¡ªjust shake!
¡°It can¡¯t be stopped!¡±
On Mount Buzhou, Fuxi and Nuwa, the closest beings to the Heavenly Court, frowned and shook their heads as they watched this scene.
The reason why these powerful beings were called supreme practitioners was due to their strength, which had long surpassed that of the Da Luo Golden Immortals. Had it not been for the unclear future, they would not have remained in the same realm as the Da Luo Golden Immortals.
Moreover, these Da Luo Golden Immortals were mostly in the early to mid stages, with only a few in thete stages.
They were still far from being able to contend with the twelve Wu Ancestors working together to activate the Pangu Pce.
The Twelve Wu Ancestorsprised twelve supreme practitioners, with one of them being a Quasi-Saint.
Boom!
The entire sky of the Heavenly Court turned to nothingness, and the elements of earth, wind, water, and fire were disrupted, with chaos unfolding.
As soon as the dozens of Da Luo Golden Immortals of the Yao race made their move, they were instantly defeated.
The terrifyingws vibrated with immense power and affected everyone.
They were all sent flying backward, crashing heavily into the depths of the Heavenly Court, and were almost expelled from the realm.
Yet, the Pangu Pce only dimmed slightly.
Within the Heavenly Court, arrays of pces rose and shone with brilliant spiritual light. Numerous spiritual treasures emerged, attempting to resist the falling Pangu Pce.
However, before they even got close, the situation had already turned chaotic.
This scenario had almost sealed the fate of the Yao race¡¯s Heavenly Court.
This blow was enough to deplete a significant portion of the Yao race¡¯s foundation. Anyone able to enter the Yao race¡¯s Heavenly Court was undoubtedly a vital part of their Qi.
If losses urred now, it would be enough for the Yao race to lick their wounds for several epochs.
Even some weaker Da Luo Golden Immortals might be lost.
¡°Something feels off!¡±
Many powerful beings in the Primordial Realm frowned.
They felt that this battle was strangely problematic. While it was inevitable for the Wu race to target the Yao race, between major factions, unless it was a decisive battle, the norm was to pit troops against troops and generals against generals. Such reckless killing of weaker Yaos could easily drive the Yao race to madness, increasing the likelihood of a vengeful retaliation against the Wu race.
And just as numerous Yaos felt fear and many powerful beings frowned, a figure suddenly emerged.
Surrounded by vast tribtion energy, Donghuang Taiyi, who had been refining the Heavenly Tribtion Dao fruit, stepped forward.
He appeared before the Heavenly Court, prepared to counter the falling Pangu Pce.
Countless primordial masters immediately reacted.
¡°The Wu race is targeting Donghuang Taiyi!¡±
¡°They fear the will refine the Heavenly Tribtion Dao fruit!¡±
¡°When did the Wu race be this strategic?¡±
¡°A series of ns clearly aimed at Donghuang Taiyi!¡±
In the past, the Wu race had always been direct in their approach, but now they were employing such a tactic to encircle Wei and save Zhao.
In an instant, many powerful masters¡¯ views of the Wu race began to shatter.
The Wu race engaging in schemes was far more shocking to the powerful masters than the mere surprise of their sudden attack on the Yao race.
Fuxi took a deep breath. He had orignally held a favorable view of the Yao race.
While the Wu race was powerful, their arrogance posed numerous issues. But now¡ he couldn¡¯t see clearly.
When a strong presence starts using its brain, the advantage bes overwhelminglyrge!
¡°However, it should be like this for now! Donghuang Taiyi has made his move. With his Quasi-Saint cultivation and innate treasure, he can hold off the Pangu Pce for a moment. That brief moment should allow Emperor Jun to return, and along with the many Da Luo Golden Immortals, the situation shouldn¡¯t deteriorate too badly. The Wu race will likely create a fuss, interrupt Donghuang Taiyi¡¯s refining process, and cause further disruptions. Eventually, this will make the Heavenly Dao unhappy with the Yao race¡¯s Heavenly Court. After all, more breakthroughs will only ur over time. As time passes, the Yao race won¡¯t withstand the pressure and will have to lower their tribtion!¡±
Fuxi made his judgment.
Nuwa nodded beside him and agreed. ¡°Cutting off this opportunity will require constant tribtions in the future. It will be difficult to refine the Heavenly Tribtion Dao fruit again! It seems that the Wu race truly is targeting the Heavenly Tribtion Dao fruit!¡±
Fuxi couldn¡¯t help but feel a little helpless at these words, and a faint wry smile crossed his face. His younger sister was surprisingly resistant to his desire to join the Yao race.
It wasn¡¯t a recent impulse for Fuxi; he had hinted to Nuwa about his interest in joining the Yao race long ago. It was precisely because of this that Nuwa took the opportunity to once again suppress her elder brother¡¯s ambition.
Fuxi, who had extensively studied the Heavenly Dao, saw no issue in joining a faction¡ªin fact, he believed it could bring significant benefits. And Emperor Jun¡¯s promises only increased his interest. But Nuwa saw things differently. She had a clearer perspective and realized that the current conflict between the Wu and Yao races was too reminiscent of the three tribes during the Longhan Tribtion.The risks were immense so why take them?
Fuxi understood his sister¡¯s concerns, yet he was, after all, Fuxi¡ªone of the great divine powers. His self-assurance made him confident he could seed, even in dangerous situations. This difference of opinion was what separated the siblings.
Just as Fuxi was about to argue further, a sudden shift in the atmosphere took ce within the Celestial Court.
Countless powerful beings looked slightly rmed.
¡°This is¡ª!¡±
¡°This is bad!¡±
Chapter 13 - The Dao Fruits Backlash Severely Wounded Donghuang Taiyi
Chapter 13: The Dao Fruit¡¯s Bacsh Severely Wounded Donghuang Taiyi
The Quasi-Saint level Great Sun Golden Crow resonated with the Sr Star, pushing the Quasi-Saintws to their peak and activating the Innate treasure Chaos Bell.
ng!
A series of restrictions awoke, unleashing destructive energy to the extreme. The bell¡¯s waves distorted time and space, reshaping the earth, wind, water, and fire. Even before contact, the descending Pangu Pce felt its influence. Though it remained unstoppable, freezing the bell¡¯s waves as it passed, the Twelve Wu Ancestors surrounding it began to react intensely as they sensed a dreadful threat.
In the middle of this confrontation, the void had dried up, and chaos reappeared, with strange scenes of splitting chaos. Threads of light seemed to reflect an omen of creation! This sh marked the peak of current battles in the Primordial Realm. Although Donghuang Taiyi was slightly weaker, hisbination of Innate treasure and Quasi-Saint cultivation, unmatched in the realm, still shook the heavens. At the very least, he would not be crushed by the Pangu Pce. However, just as several powerful masters thought the Pangu Pce would be temporarily blocked, an unexpected reversal urred. Donghuang Taiyi, who was fully activating the Chaos Bell, suddenly changed expression. The bell, which had reached its maximum potential, suddenly sounded a sharp internal chime.
Boom!
An endless wave of tribtions erupted within the Chaos Bell and unleashed disasters¡ªwind, fire, water, thunder, lightning, and the nine hardships. Catastrophic bacsh immediately sent the Chaos Bell flying. Tribtion light burst forth, illuminating the nine heavens and ten earths. The six Heavenly Tribtion Dao fruits, originally at Taiyi Golden Immortal level, seemed to consume some kind of tonic and surged madly to Da Luo Golden Immortal rank.
The six tribtion Dao fruits resonated with chaos, nearly forming a terrifying Dao manifestation, shapeless and formless, invoking the Dao¡¯s fury. It was as if the Heavenly Tribtion Dao had been provoked, and it exploded in that instant. At this crucial moment, the six Dao fruits unexpectedly turned against Donghuang Taiyi, catching him off guard.
Most strikingly, the power of the Heavenly Tribtion Dao surpassed all expectations. Initially thought capable of producing a single Da Luo Dao fruit, it now showed something more profound.
¡°This is a Quasi-Saint level Dao!¡± a great master cried out, unable to remain still. The entire Primordial Realm was stunned. They had thought the Heavenly Tribtion Dao, newly established, would be weak, but they hadn¡¯t anticipated that the authority bestowed to the Heavenly Court was only a fragment of the true Dao hidden beneath the surface.
¡°Indeed, we should have expected this! How could a mere Da Luo Golden Immortal manage the realm-wide tribtions? Such a tribtion method was never something one could freely hand over; it follows its own Heavenly Dao¡¯s operations. The authority given to the Heavenly Court was but a thread, aligning only with its role.¡±
Several powerful masters pondered rapidly, deducing insights, and some revealed sympathetic gazes toward Donghuang Taiyi. Donghuang Taiyi, with his Quasi-Saint cultivation and Innate treasure, had been suppressing the tribtion Dao fruit. Though it wasn¡¯t theplete Heavenly Tribtion Dao, he couldn¡¯t summon the full bacsh of the Dao. But now, as he diverted his attention to fight the Wu race, the tribtion Dao fruit found an opportunity to retaliate.
At that moment, as everyone predicted, the Chaos Bell¡ªits interior ame¡ªwas blown aside. Its strongest strike shattered and its power mostly dissipated. Donghuang Taiyi didn¡¯t even have time to react. Instantly, a torrent of disaster tribtions hit him, Quasi-Saint level tribtions that would make even a Quasi-Saint tremble.
For a moment, Donghuang Taiyi was engulfed in tribtion, losing half his cultivation in the struggle. At that same moment, the Pangu Pce descended with a bang. The twelve Wu Ancestors opened their eyes, casting down elevenws of great divine power and onew of Quasi-Saint level.
Boom!
The entire space turned to dust. The four primal forces¡ªearth, wind, water, and fire¡ªscattered in all directions. Chaos waterfalls cascaded down. Donghuang Taiyi reverted to his original form, his enormous true body exploding into countless drops of qi and blood. Even as he rapidly regenerated, he was attacked byyer uponyer ofws, repeatedly crushed.
In a single instant, he suffered a thousand attacks. The six Dao fruits¡¯ surrounding tribtions oppressed him, and within an instant, he was in over a thousand times, his qi nearly exhausted. Eternalws were etched into his flesh. The vast Great Sun Golden Crow body was featherless, half-broken, and even lost one foot. At every moment, wind, fire, thunder, and various disasters continued to descend, his qi rapidly depleting as if he would fall from the Quasi-Saint realm at any moment.
It was tragic beyond measure.
This happened in one moment before the Pangu Pce had fullynded. There was no escape; the hall¡¯s aura locked onto himpletely. Donghuang Taiyi stared hopelessly at the Pangu Pce as it fell, seemingly intending to crush him and the entire Yao race Heavenly Court.
It shouldn¡¯t be this way! At the very least, not this miserably! He was a Quasi-Saint!
Donghuang Taiyi trembled, both furious and fearful. If the Pangu Pce seeded in suppressing him, he truly risked annihtion. A Quasi-Saint was difficult to kill, but if suppressed and slowly worn down, even a Quasi-Saint could die.
Just as the Pangu Pce was about to fallpletely, Emperor Jun finally arrived. Donghuang Taiyi had managed to survive for a moment. Another Great Sun Golden Crow descended, coordinated with the innate treasures, the River Diagram and Luo Book, and mobilized the Yao race¡¯s Heavenly Court formation. Together with dozens of Da Luo Golden Immortals, they activated the formation to shield Donghuang Taiyi, who faced the Pangu Pce and was already weakened by the prior attacks.
Rip!
Boom!
Pce after pce of the Yao race¡¯s Heavenly Court shattered. Formations that had taken them countless epochs to establish copsed in an instant. Countless Yaos were swept into the chaos, and many Da Luo Golden Immortals groaned under the strain.
Just as the formation was about to copsepletely, the Pangu Pce halted, exhausted of all power. The twelve Wu Ancestors descended and retrieved the Pangu Pce, their towering figures encircling the heavens and gazing down upon the Yao race¡¯s Heavenly Court.
In that moment, the Yao race suffered a major blow. Their strongest, Donghuang Taiyi, was critically injured, and Emperor Jun, along with dozens of Da Luo Golden Immortals, were all wounded. The Yao race was shattered, its overwhelming momentum fractured in mere moments, all because of the sudden emergence of the Heavenly Tribtion Dao fruit.
Many powerful masters observed from afar, their gazesplex.The Heavenly Dao had acknowledged the Yao race¡¯s Heavenly Court, seeming to favor them, yet the Heavenly Tribtion Dao fruit now appeared as its greatest curse. How strange this irony was.
Chapter 14 - The Second Lecture Blocks the Wu race, Hongjun Is Directly Targeting the Wu race!
Chapter 14: The Second Lecture Blocks the Wu race, Hongjun Is Directly Targeting the Wu race!
It seems that it¡¯s still unwise to take sides!
Many masters in the Primordial Realm had this thought.
Not only had the Yao race¡¯s power been greatly diminished, but the bacsh from the Heavenly Tribtion Dao fruit losing control also indicated that the Yao race could not master the Heavenly Tribtions. Their future was destined to bring more tribtions and karma, leading to resentment from all races.
These factors would impact the overall situation.
Of course, this influence was still in its early stages. Any powerful masters could see that the Yao race¡¯s inclusiveness and their backing by the Heavenly Dao gave them enormous potential, far greater than that of the Wu race.
Most powerful masters leaned toward the sess of the Yao race.
After all, the Wu race was too proud and self-centered, caring only for its own people. If the Wu race ruled the world, other powerful masters would not fare well.
However, as they were pondering this, the fires of war in the skies showed no signs of abating.
The Twelve Wu Ancestors descended upon the Heavenly Realm, summoningws as if they intended to destroy the Yao race¡¯s heavenly court in one fell swoop.
Seeing this, many powerful masters were shocked.
¡°Wait, could it be that the Wu race wants to seize this opportunity to initiate a final battle?¡±
¡°Where did they get such confidence?¡±
¡°After all, only Di Jiang has reached the Quasi-Saint level.¡±
¡°Da Luo Golden Immortals are hard to kill. Moreover, the Yao race also has a Quasi-Saint, who, even if seriously injured, would still be difficult to deal with once recovered!¡±
¡°If they manage to escape, can the Wu race withstand the retaliation?¡±
Many powerful masters could not understand the Wu race¡¯s intentions.
There were also differing opinions within the Twelve Wu Ancestors.
Some of the Wu Ancestors were eager to take advantage of Donghuang Taiyi¡¯s severe injuries to aplish great things and even start a true final battle.
However, others hesitated.
Quasi-Saints were challenging to kill.
Even within the Wu race, only one Quasi-Saint existed. It had been fortunate that they caught their opponent off guard, which allowed them to inflict severe injuries. But now that he had recovered, killing him would be extremely difficult.
Yet before they could reach a decision, Chu Xuan, behind the Heavenly Tribtion Dao fruit, shook his head.
¡°Withdraw. The opportunity is gone!¡±
Before the Wu Ancestors could inquire further, other Wu Ancestors connected to the Heavenly Tribtion Dao suddenly felt immense pressure from the Heavenly Dao.
They instinctively withdrew their control over the Heavenly Tribtion Dao.
A vast power smoothed out the ripples in the Heavenly Tribtion Dao¡ªa power belonging to the Heavenly Dao.
Within the heavenly court, the Heavenly Tribtion Dao fruit suddenly extinguished.
It split into six separate Dao fruits, their auras dropping rapidly, returning to the Taiyi Golden Immortal level.
Within the chaos, a deep chime resonated.
Boom!
The entire Primordial Realm trembled, as all Daos were pacified. A terrifying saintly presence descended from the chaos, pressing down on all strong beings indiscriminately.
Under the sage¡¯s authority, no powerful beings could make a move, lest they be seen as challenging the sage.
The chime rang, and the Dao unfolded as promised.
¡°The Heavenly Dao has reachedpletion. In three thousand years, the Zixiao Pce will open for the second lecture on the Dao of Quasi-Saints. Those with fate maye to listen!¡±
This faint voice spread across the primordial world, apanied by the will of the Heavenly Dao, and stirred up a powerful response.
Flowers rained from the sky, golden lotuses burst from the earth, and purple energy covered the entire Primordial Realm.
Seeing this, the Yao race rejoiced, while the Wu Ancestors turned pale.
With Hongjun, the Dao Ancestor, setting the lecture date, the Wu race could no longer initiate a war.
Otherwise, it would be tantamount to showing disrespect to the saint!
This was an unspoken agreement and respect for the first saint of the world, the Dao Ancestor!
Even the proud Wu Ancestors had to admit their reverence!
But there was one thing that couldn¡¯t be ignored: The timing was far too coincidental!
This coincidence weighed heavily on the minds of the Wu Ancestors, recalling Chu Xuan¡¯s previous words.
The Wu and Yao races were like the Three Longhan races. Who had emerged victorious in the past?
Reluctantly, the Wu Ancestors, along with all living beings, bowed towards the Nine Heavens, expressing gratitude to the Dao Ancestor for imparting the Dao, even though the Wu race did not need it.
This was true power, the sway of the great tide!
Sitting in the Pangu Pce, Chu Xuan was unaffected by Hongjun¡¯s saintly presence. This ancestral hall of the Wu race, backed by Pangu¡¯s heart, was immune to the suppression of the Heavenly Dao or even saints.
Chu Xuan looked outwards, his gaze flickering.
¡°The Heavenly Dao waspleted early, and the lecture was initiated ahead of schedule? I can see through your schemes! You couldn¡¯t resist intervening! It seems you¡¯re genuinely afraid the Wu race might kill off the Yao race prematurely! In the original timeline, simr events had urred. The Yao race often fell behind due to either lectures or decrees from Hongjun, with the Yaos governing the heavens and the Wu governing the earth. For ten thousand years, they were barred from waging war, covertly protecting the Yao race! The early appearance of such events isn¡¯t bad; it means my interventions are having an effect! Hongjun¡¯s moves are limited. Let¡¯s see how many cards you can y!¡±
Chu Xuan smiled, feeling more confident about altering the original future. He wasn¡¯t too bothered about not wiping out the Yao race. After all, even if Hongjun hadn¡¯t interfered, the Wu race¡¯s chances of destroying the Yao race were slim.
In the end, it was a world of cultivation, where high-level strength was fundamental. Gaining a temporary advantage did not automatically mean one could start a war.
If it had been feasible, the Wu race wouldn¡¯t have stood by as the Yao race grew.
Killing a strong opponent required pushing them into a situation where they had no choice but to engage in a final battle.
Historically, the Wu-Yao battle resulted from the two great powerspletely dividing the Primordial Realm. Tensions escted, and both sides developed the means to be a saint, making war inevitable.
But in the current Primordial Realm, the division between the two races was not yetplete, and neither side had reached their ultimate potential.
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Although Chu Xuan appeared calm, some of the Twelve Wu Ancestors were dissatisfied upon returning to the Wu race with the Pangu Pce.
As the Twelve Wu Ancestors entered the hall, Chu Xuan heard Zhu Rong grumbling.
¡°We missed this chance; who knows when we¡¯ll finally get rid of the Yao race! We should have acted right then and there! That person is too biased, even suppressing the Heavenly Tribtion Dao fruit. If we hadn¡¯t withdrawn quickly, we might have been discovered!¡±
However, Di Jiang quickly interrupted, ¡°Enough. Show respect to the saint! This may have been a coincidence. After all, the saint did say it was the Heavenly Dao¡¯spletion that brought about the early lecture! And wepleted the Heavenly Tribtion Dao ourselves, so there is some usibility to it! Moreover, we might not have been able to eliminate the Yao race anyway! Donghuang Taiyi has recovered! With the Chaos Bell, even if he solely focused on escaping, it would be challenging for us to stop him.¡±
Hearing Di Jiang¡¯s words, the Wu Ancestors held back their discontent, albeit begrudgingly. They understood the logic, but the coincidence left them suspicious. Chu Xuan¡¯s earlier words about Hongjun being unreliable constantly echoed in their minds.
At that moment, Gong Gong abruptly turned to Chu Xuan. ¡°Little brother Chu Xuan, what do you think?¡±
The Wu Ancestors all looked to Chu Xuan. They clearly respected Chu Xuan¡¯s wisdom. At this moment, they hoped for Chu Xuan¡¯s guidance. Many Wu Ancestors regretted not approving Chu Xuan¡¯s ¡°annihtion n¡± earlier.
Had they taken the annihtion route, things wouldn¡¯t have be soplicated. Now that the opportunity was missed, it would note again.
Now, they could only hope Chu Xuan had another insightful n.
Chu Xuan, meeting the intense gazes of the Wu Ancestors and hearing his newly solidified title, sighed but still agreed with Di Jiang.
¡°Master Di Jiang is right. Even if the lecture hadn¡¯t interrupted us, we might not have been able to detain the other party! The Wu race is not yet strong enough!¡±
Hearing Chu Xuan, the Wu Ancestors sighed as well.
Only a few of them looked at Chu Xuan with a flicker of thought, sensing that this Wu race strategist was not so simple. And almost as expected, as the Wu Ancestors sank into disappointment, Chu Xuan suddenly shifted his tone.
¡°But¡¡±
The Wu Ancestors¡¯ eyes lit up.
¡°I refuse to believe this was a mere coincidence! Indeed, with this event, I am nearly certain that Hongjun is specifically targeting the Wu race!¡±
Chapter 15 - Smearing Hongjun’s Name and Rewarding Pangu’s Blood!
Chapter 15: Smearing Hongjun¡¯s Name and Rewarding Pangu¡¯s Blood!
¡°Given this situation, I can almost be certain that Hongjun is targeting our Wu race!¡± Chu Xuan spoke boldly, shocking the assembled Wu Ancestors.
If not for being in Pangu Pce where they couldn¡¯t be overheard, they would have been ready to prepare for battle. To nder a saint, especially when Hongjun had just announced his lecture, bordered on provocation. However, they understood that this young brother before them wouldn¡¯t speak without reason.
Di Jiang¡¯s expression turned somber as he spoke heavily, ¡°Do you have any suspicions?¡±
In fact, Di Jiang had doubts of his own, but he had said otherwise earlier to reassure the Wu Ancestors. Yet if Chu Xuan voiced these suspicions with evidence, Di Jiang would be prepared to face this saint.
Chu Xuan nodded, then shook his head. ¡°I have suspicions, but no concrete evidence for now. The timing of his arrival is too convenient. He even went out of his way to stabilize the tribtion and then made an announcement! The tribtion is part of the Primordial Realm¡¯s natural order; if he simply intended to preach, why interfere? In my view, that person likely harbors doubts¡ªdoubts about the abnormality in the tribtion. If he were solely focused on teaching, why concern himself with the workings of the Primordial Realm¡¯s tribtion and even intervene? This is the natural order of heaven and earth. And then, consider how his announcement came just as we were preparing to strike against the Yao race, effectively halting our actions. It suggests favoritism toward the Yao race. Even if that wasn¡¯t his intent, the result was favoritism. For us, this suspicion alone is enough. The matter concerns our race¡¯s life and death; how could we entrust it to others?¡±
Though Chu Xuan couldn¡¯t provide many specifics, he smeared Hongjun¡¯s name as much as possible.
And he wasn¡¯t wrong. Regardless of intent, the Yao race had already benefitted, and the Wu race could not risk its safety without concrete proof. Thus, even if Chu Xuan¡¯s usations were baseless, the gathered Wu Ancestors were quickly convinced, some feeling anger, others dissatisfaction.
They now regarded Hongjun as an imagined foe, which was precisely what Chu Xuan hoped for.
The Wu race needs an opponent, one they regard seriously. Only then can they stay clear-headed, giving me room to maneuver! What¡¯s more, I¡¯m not deceiving them. From Hongjun¡¯s perspective, watching these relics of a bygone era act so grandiosely while ignoring the immortal path¡ªthey¡¯re doomed!Chu Xuan mused to himself.
Although he had added pressure, Chu Xuan reassured them to avoid unrealistic expectations. ¡°Of course, this is only spection for now. And even if it¡¯s true, since that one hasn¡¯t directly acted against us, it doesn¡¯t mean they truly intend to target us. Or they may be bound by certain restrictions. So, our only real target remains the Yao race. We need only prepare ourselves.¡±
Hearing Chu Xuan¡¯s words, the Wu Ancestors calmed down slightly and acknowledged his points. If Hongjun hadn¡¯t acted, the threat couldn¡¯t be too great. As for the Yao race, they were no match even if they had a saint¡¯s favoritism, though they might be a bit more troublesome.
With this, Di Jiang also joined in and began to arrange tasks for everyone. ¡°Since that¡¯s settled, Zhu Rong, you may begin your breakthrough to the Quasi-Saint level here in Pangu Pce. As long as we strengthen ourselves, any changes outside will pose no threat.¡±
The Wu Ancestors nodded solemnly. Chu Xuan¡¯s words had shaken them awake and dispelled theircency due to the establishment of the tribtion and the diminished threat of the Yao race. Now, they felt a renewed sense of urgency in their cultivation.
Seeing this, Chu Xuan was very satisfied. He then prepared to leave the hall and give the Wu Ancestors space for their breakthroughs. The best ce for these breakthroughs, away from the interference of powerful primordial beings and the tribtion, was indeed Pangu Pce.
Before Chu Xuan could leave, Di Jiang called him back. ¡°Little brother Chu Xuan, wait a moment! The matter isn¡¯t finished yet.¡±
Chu Xuan, caught off guard, paused, as Di Jiang exined with a gentle expression. ¡°Though we Wu race shares amon origin, you are not a Wu Ancestor and are not blessed with the race¡¯s fate. Thus, you are not obliged to support the race. Earlier, due to the urgency, we dyed the discussion of rewards, but now that it¡¯s over, our Wu race cannot ignore a meritorious individual.¡±
With this, Di Jiang looked around at the Wu Ancestors. ¡°Chu Xuan¡¯s contributions have been immense; he averted our great enemy and directly facilitated the breakthroughs of six of our Wu Ancestors. Brothers and sisters, I propose we reward him with Father God¡¯s blood essence. Any objections?¡±
Though Di Jiang¡¯s words were framed as a question, it was clear he had made up his mind. The Wu Ancestors were briefly surprised by his regard for Chu Xuan. Yet, considering Chu Xuan¡¯s merit, they quickly understood. His contributions indeed warranted a drop of Father God¡¯s blood Qi!
Aside from the blood Qi, nothing else was worthy of him. Rank, honor? Such things were meaningless; as Wu race members, they were straightforward. So, after their initial shock, the Wu Ancestors nodded in agreement and raised no objections.
Chu Xuan, upon realizing what was happening, was deeply moved. ¡°Father God¡¯s blood Qi?¡±
Seeing the agreement, Di Jiang nodded and exined to Chu Xuan with a smile. ¡°All the celestial beings of the Primordial Realm know that when Father God opened the heavens and transformed into the Primordial Realm, he left twelve drops of blood Qi, creating the twelve of us as Wu Ancestors.¡±
¡°However, they don¡¯t know that as Pangu¡¯s true lineage, Father God, not only left us his heart, which continues to produce more Wu race members but also preserved one drop of blood Qi within it. We intended to save this drop for a key moment, to help a powerful Wu race member ascend to the rank of Wu Ancestor. But now, your aplishments and strength have earned you this drop of Father God¡¯s blood. It rightfully belongs to you.¡±
With these words, Di Jiang summoned a pulsing drop of radiant blood from Pangu¡¯s heart, which trembled and then released a terrifying, invisible pressure.
As the blood Qi emerged, Pangu¡¯s heart dimmed, but no one paid it any mind. All eyes were on this shining drop of Pangu¡¯s blood Qi, radiating a solemn pressure that even Chu Xuan, as a Golden Immortal of the Da Luo realm, felt deeply.
Chapter 16 - Condensing the True Form of the Wu Ancestor, with Hou Tu’s Guidance?
Chapter 16: Condensing the True Form of the Wu Ancestor, with Hou Tu¡¯s Guidance?
As he watched Pangu¡¯s blood float toward him, Chu Xuan¡¯s breathing became unusually unsteady. He was well aware of the existence of the thirteenth drop of blood. In the original future, it was precisely this thirteenth drop that barely filled Hou Tu¡¯s absence. It allowed the Formation of the Twelve Capital Celestial Deitiesto be reassembled and triggered the decisive battle with the Yao race.
Naturally, Chu Xuan had considered this drop of blood before. After all, it was the legendary blood of Pangu, the one thing that any transmigrator would dream of acquiring after arriving in the Primordial Realm. Furthermore, as a shaman, Pangu¡¯s blood would be far more useful to him and practically pave the way to bing a saint.
Even though he already held authority over Heavenly Tribtions, with a high probability of reaching the Quasi-saint level in the future, who would turn down an elerated growth rate? He simply hadn¡¯t anticipated that, before he even began nning, this drop of blood would be presented to him.
The legendary blood of Pangu? Was he truly going to receive it so easily?
There was no reward system or lucky rebirth, and yet he was about to obtain Pangu¡¯s blood. Honestly, even Chu Xuan was a little shocked.
His heart swelled with excitement. Indeed, the Wu race was truly generous! Still, even as his heart pounded, he maintained a polite front.
¡°How could the blood of the Father God be lightly bestowed? As a member of the Wu race, I would naturally go through fire and water for the Wu race! Master Di Jiang, please bestow it upon a more deserving person!¡±
Even as he said this, however, his feet remained firmly nted, eyes fixed on the drop of Pangu¡¯s blood in front of him. He wasn¡¯t worried about being too obvious. After all, the Wu race was known for their straightforward nature; he intended to make it clear to the Wu Ancestors that he was only being polite. He worried they might misunderstand otherwise.
Seeing Chu Xuan¡¯s stance, the Wu Ancestors exchanged amused nces. Di Jiang chuckled and responded, ¡°Alright, if I say it¡¯s yours, then it¡¯s yours! All of us brothers and sisters have no objections! Besides, without Pangu¡¯s blood, how will you mask that dense power of the Heavenly Tribtions? None of us would feel at ease if you left the Pangu Hall in such a state!¡±
Hearing Di Jiang¡¯s reasoning, Chu Xuan nodded and no longer refused. His Wu bloodline already trembled with desire, which made it difficult to resist this instinctive yearning. Almost instantly, Chu Xuan swallowed the drop of Pangu¡¯s blood.
Boom!
A terrifying power erupted within Chu Xuan, causing his bloodline¡¯s true form to burst to the extreme. All kinds ofws surged forth madly, as countless fragments ofws flew around, providing Chu Xuan with immense benefits. Even a single nce offered insights into manyws, though not yet to a defined level.[ED Note:It refers to aplex and powerful formation used in traditional Chinese beliefs, often associated with Taoism and geomancy. The ¡°Twelve Capitals¡± typically represent various celestial positions or deities, and the formation itself is thought to have protective or enhancing properties, often used in rituals, martial arts, or spiritual practices.]
Within him, certain aspects of his bloodline spontaneously aligned with fragments of thesews and added particr attributes. He sensed that some mysterious force was present and that, if he wished, he could directly elevate onew to the Da Luo Golden Immortal level by using the power within the Pangu blood,pletely disregarding the suppression exerted by the tribtionws on otherws and awakening the true form of the Wu Ancestor.
Typically, once aw condensed into the true form of an Elder Wu, it was difficult to condense a second one. It wasn¡¯t impossible, but the suppression involved made it counterproductive; it was often wiser to specialize in a singlew and enhance one¡¯s realm. But now, this limitation had easily been broken, which allowed him to advance to Da Luo Golden Immortal directly.
This was the terrifying power of Pangu¡¯s blood. Born a Da Luo Golden Immortal, it provided the foundation of a truly supreme Innate divinity, though this was just the beginning, a power to be gradually unlocked and digested.
Sensing this, Chu Xuan instinctively chose thew of earth already at the Golden Immortal level within him. Aside from the tribtionw, it was his strongestw, so enhancing it would be the fastest path to mastery. It was also a part of Chu Xuan¡¯s longer-term ns.
As Chu Xuan made his choice, an endless stream of earthw insights surged into him, causing his true form to emit a rich, earthy aura. The earthw within him, initially at the Golden Immortal level, began to transform rapidly.
Golden Immortal mid-stage¡ Golden Immortalte stage¡ Taiyi Golden Immortal early stage¡ Taiyi Golden Immortal mid-stage¡te stage¡
As thews condensed at an astonishing rate, his true form grew increasingly imposing, withyers of the earthw gradually overshadowing the tribtionw. A faint majesty began to emanate from him.
Suddenly, as his earthw reached the peak of the Taiyi Golden Immortal stage, he leaped forward in one bound.
Wu Ancestor¡¯s true form! Condense!
Boom!
His blood and Qi shook the void as his true form stood firmly on the earth as an early-stage Da Luo Golden Immortal. Combined with the tribtionw, he could even challenge a mid-stage Da Luo Golden Immortal.
Chu Xuan¡¯s gaze shifted, a ripple stirring in his eyes like the rumble of a great Dao, which drew the attention of the surrounding Wu Ancestors. Zhu Rong was the first to praise him.
¡°Good! Condensing the Wu Ancestor¡¯s true form! He has already partially refined the blood of the Wu Ancestor! After this, it will be a slow, grinding process! In just a few eras, he¡¯ll naturally reach the pinnacle of Da Luo Golden Immortal and be a new wielder of great mystical powers in our Wu race! However¡¡± Zhu Rong added with a sly grin, ¡°from now on, you¡¯re truly our little brother among the Twelve Wu Ancestors!¡±
The first part of Zhu Rong¡¯s statement had been serious, but thetter part was far less so as he chuckled mischievously at Chu Xuan. It was clear he¡¯d noticed Chu Xuan¡¯s reluctance toward the title of ¡°little brother,¡± and it only fueled his amusement.
Chu Xuan, just beginning to savor the joy of his breakthrough, was left momentarily speechless, stunned that this was what the Wu Ancestor Zhu Rong cared about. Smiling wryly, he couldn¡¯t help feeling a touch of helplessness, since, despite Zhu Rong¡¯s casual tone, it was true. Given that he¡¯d taken advantage by refining the blood of the Wu Ancestor, he ultimately saluted the Twelve Ancestors of the Wu respectfully.
¡°Little brother Chu Xuan greets all my elder brothers and sisters!¡±
The Twelve Ancestors of the Wu nodded in satisfaction and returned the greeting. They¡¯d sensed Chu Xuan¡¯s prior distance, yet now he seemed much more at ease.
Di Jiang watched the scene as his gaze softened. This was precisely one reason he¡¯d bestowed the Wu Ancestor blood upon Chu Xuan. Such a formidable strategist of the Wu race should be fully integrated and bound to them; as the Wu race leader, he had to ensure it. Everything was working out well.
Just as the Twelve Wu Ancestors shared in their camaraderie, Wu Ancestor Xuan Ming spoke up abruptly.
¡°Choosing the earthw, are we? It seems our little brother is rather fond of our little sister!¡±
A yful tone almost seemed to spill out of her words. The Twelve Wu Ancestors exchanged nces, the meaning behind Xuan Ming¡¯s hint dawning on them, and their eyes lit up in understanding. Ah, yes, this boy had sneaked a nce at their little sister upon arriving! They¡¯d thought back then that he wasn¡¯t worthy of a Wu Ancestor. Now, however, he was both the Sovereign of the Heavenly Tribtion Dao and shared the earthw with their sister. How fitting!
Though the Twelve Wu Ancestors knew that Chu Xuan¡¯s choice of the earthw likely had no rtion to their little sister, they couldn¡¯t help butugh at the irony.
Just a short time ago, this minor little shaman had seemed unworthy of their supreme witch sister, yet now he not only matched the Wu Ancestor¡¯s status but also seemed to harbor some fondness for her.
The sly, amused nces cast back and forth between the Wu Ancestors showed they were already enjoying the show.
Their eyes lingered on their little sister, whose cheeks now showed a faint blush, and on Chu Xuan, who had just condensed his true Wu Ancestor form.
All the Wu Ancestors burst intoughter, with only Wu Ancestor Hou Tu appearing somewhat flustered.
¡°Ridiculous! If you all keep this up, don¡¯t me me for cutting ties with you!¡±
For once, Hou Tu spoke sharply, her impatience clear, making Chu Xuan hesitate to interject. After all, this was something left over from his past behavior.
Fortunately, Di Jiang stepped in to mediate. ¡°Alright, enough teasing! If you have time to joke, put it toward breaking through to Quasi-Saint. Our Wu race still has many challenges ahead!¡±
Hearing Di Jiang, the Wu Ancestors finally stopped their teasing and nodded in agreement. Hou Tu let out a sigh of relief, though she barely had time to rx before Di Jiang turned to her with a smile.
¡°However, our little brother has only just attained his true Wu Ancestor form. He needs guidance, and while we are preupied, you, as the earth Wu Ancestor, have the advantage of being of the same path. It¡¯s only fitting that you take charge of training him in the near future!¡±[ED Note:There are 4 Wu ranks: Wu Ancestor, Senior Shaman/Witch, Practioner Shaman/Witch, and Little Shaman/Witch. Starting from most powerful to least powerful. Chu Xuan was, at first, the least powerful as a little shaman]
Hou Tu was taken aback, and Chu Xuan¡¯s gaze flickered slightly. The many Wu Ancestors all brightened their eyes in unison.
Alright, alright, as expected of the elder brother; you hit the nail on the head.
Chapter 17 - A CPU Plan for Hou Tu! The Quasi-Saint Era!
Chapter 17: A CPUn for Hou Tu! The Quasi-Saint Era!
Hou Tu truly found herself unable to refuse and could only respond with a frustrated blush and a hint of grievance, saying, ¡°Understood!¡±
Di Jiang paid no mind to Hou Tu¡¯s discontent. On the contrary, he seemed almost eager to push things forward. If a Wu Ancestor could bear offspring, it would indeed be a boon for the Wu race. However, Wu Ancestors usually showed little interest in such matters, and long-standing friendships made it difficult to force them. But now, with Chu Xuan in the picture, things might just change. As the leader of the Wu race, Di Jiang was truly burdened with responsibility.
After Chu Xuan left the Pangu Pce with Hou Tu, she gradually regained herposure. Yet, as she gazed at Chu Xuan and sensed his familiar aura ofws, she couldn¡¯t help but feel slightly unsettled. Once her tribesman, he was now her peer, and along with the recent events, Hou Tu couldn¡¯t avoid feeling somewhat ufortable. She stiffly said, ¡°Little brother, since you¡¯ve now consolidated your true Wu Ancestor form, it¡¯s only proper for you to lead a tribe of your own. Do you have any preference?¡±
Her feelings toward Chu Xuan wereplex. There was the care she¡¯d always felt for her tribesman, the exasperation from her brothers¡¯ matchmaking attempts, and a mixture of pride and resentment toward Chu Xuan for his cunning achievements. Naturally, to maintain herposure, she instinctively thought of suggesting that Chu Xuan leave her tribe first. There would, after all, be other means of providing him guidance. However, she hadn¡¯t anticipated Chu Xuan¡¯s outright rejection.
He exined, ¡°I can¡¯t. Even though I¡¯ve be a Wu Ancestor, I can¡¯t reveal this openly. After all, my previous identity can¡¯t be hidden. How could a mere Golden Immortal suddenly ascend to a Wu Ancestor? Leading a tribe would only expose this as a w. We¡¯re at a critical juncture, so I mustn¡¯t act rashly. Besides, I¡¯ve lived in Hou Tu¡¯s tribe since my birth and have made many friends. There¡¯s no need for concern, as I¡¯m perfectlyfortable here.¡±
Hearing Chu Xuan¡¯s well-reasoned response, Hou Tu felt a sense of helplessness.
You may befortable here, but I am not!
Yet, he wasn¡¯t wrong; this matter couldn¡¯t be easily exposed. She had indeed been slightly unbnced earlier. Clearing her mind, Hou Tu steadied herself with a deep breath and addressed him calmly. ¡°Since that¡¯s the case, then do as you wish. However, if you¡¯re hiding your identity, I can¡¯t frequently appear by your side to guide you.¡±
Thinking of the benefits, she realized that this might actually be an advantage. Spending less time together would give her a chance to adjust. But then, just as she was feeling relieved, Chu Xuan¡¯s words took her by surprise again.
With a smile and a p, he said, ¡°There¡¯s no need for you to worry, Hou Tu! I only need to return to the tribe briefly to see my friends, and then I¡¯ll be on my way! When the timees, I hope you¡¯ll shield me along the journey.¡±
¡°What?!¡± Hou Tu eximed, her gaze growing increasingly uneasy as she looked at him. Every suggestion she made, he refused. Could it be that he actually¡ She was his leader, after all!
A faint blush surfaced on her face as she hesitated and intended to rify things with Chu Xuan. Her mind was set on the path, and she harbored no thoughts of romance. But before she could speak, Chu Xuan continued, ¡°I already sense that the Wu race is once again at a life-and-death crossroads. I need to leave the Wu territory to seek a solution. So I hope you¡¯ll shield me along the journey.¡±[ED Note:It stands for ¡°Critical Point Upgrade,¡± which signifies a pivotal moment or action that significantly enhances a character¡¯s abilities or status.]
Chu Xuan¡¯s serious expression made it clear he wasn¡¯t joking, which effectively silenced Hou Tu. She trusted his wisdom, as proven many times before. Though she had found his strategies ruthless, she knew they were for the Wu race, so she held no resentment against him. When Chu Xuan spoke of the Wu race¡¯s survival, Hou Tu instinctively refuted, ¡°How could that be? Even the Yao race¡¡±
Yet she abruptly stopped. Realizing they were no longer in Pangu Pce, she feared sparking any supernatural responses that might betray secrets, as it could mark her as a traitor to the Wu race. Though a Wu Ancestor¡¯s Pangu blood could conceal certain heavenly secrets, it was no match for Pangu Pce¡¯s protection. Caution was key. She finally settled for a questioning gaze.
Chu Xuan smiled at her questioning and noticed that even she hadn¡¯t realized her slightly puffed cheeks lent her a cute look. Nheless, he simply shook his head. ¡°It¡¯s not that I¡¯m unwilling to exin. It¡¯s that what I¡¯m about to do may have no less impact than what I¡¯ve done before, and it cannot be disclosed. All I need is for you to shield me. Everything I do is for the Wu race!¡±
With righteousness, Chu Xuan earnestly lectured Hou Tu from a moral high ground. Hearing his serious words, and knowing he wasn¡¯t joking, Hou Tu nodded solemnly, though her face warmed slightly. She¡¯d initially thought he was interested in her and had wanted to rify her intentions, but she now realized he was worried for the Wu race. Embarrassment filled her heart, but she was grateful she hadn¡¯t spoken earlier.
Yet, what Hou Tu didn¡¯t know was that she¡¯d actually guessed half the truth. Chu Xuan was indeed using his moral high ground to push her forward. Indeed, he harbored an admiration for Hou Tu. In front of him was a beautiful Goddess of the Primordial Realm; how could he not feel moved? Cultivation didn¡¯t make one stone-hearted after all. Moreover, Hou Tu was destined to embody reincarnation in the future and be a saint of reincarnation¡ªbeauty and destinybined into the finest match of the era. He¡¯d already considered taking refuge in the underworld to save his life if his fate-altering attempt failed!
This was why Chu Xuan wouldn¡¯t pass up on such an opportunity. Of course, he wasn¡¯t in a rush just yet. He still had ns to change his fate, which led him to another half-truth¡ªhe genuinely intended to address the Wu race¡¯s next crisis.
¡°Hongjun¡¯s second sermon will discuss the Quasi-Saint Dao. It not only indirectly shelters the Wu race but also hides a great threat to the Wu race. The Primordial Realm is about to fully enter the Quasi-Saint Realm. Previously, our Wu Ancestors held an advantage due to their mastery over Heavenly Tribtions, which allowed early breakthroughs. But with Hongjun¡¯s Quasi-Saint teachings, that advantage will vanish. More Quasi-Saints will bring the Yao race back to our level, making them harder to defeat. And without a primordial spirit, the Wu race won¡¯t benefit from his teachings at all. It is a clever calction!¡±
Chu Xuan silently marveled at Hongjun¡¯s methods. His actions followed the natural course yet wielded skill beyond words, which left Chu Xuan thoroughly impressed. However, he wasn¡¯t discouraged; his opponent had always held an advantage. Forcing Hongjun to preach early was, in itself, a kind of victory. The three sermons had their own set conditions and reasons; advancing the timeline could bring challenges even for Hongjun. Such urgency suggested a sacrifice, a hint of desperation.
Moreover, Chu Xuan had begun forming a countermeasure.
¡°Let¡¯s see whose skillse out on top,¡± he mused, leading the still-flustered Hou Tu back toward her tribe.
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Meanwhile, in the Purple Heaven Pce within the chaos.
Chapter 18 - Digging at the Corner of the Earth, the Golden Crow Descends for Tribulation!
Chapter 18: Digging at the Corner of the Earth, the Golden Crow Descends for Tribtion!
As Chu Xuan had anticipated, Hongjun faced immense pressure as he started his lecture ahead of schedule.
Sitting upright on the tform, Hongjun¡¯s gaze flickered open and closed. Above his head, the overwhelming might of the Heavenly Dao pressed down, no longer flowing harmoniously as it had before.
Each lecture represented a stage in Hongjun¡¯s path of merging with the Dao.
His lectures strengthened the Primordial Realm. This was a price he paid for merging with the Dao. It required him to grasp the enhancement of the Immortal Dao and the extent to which the Primordial Realm¡¯s growth would strengthen the Heavenly Dao.
Once the Quasi-saint Realm began, the strength of the Primordial Realm would rise significantly. This would also cause the strength of the Heavenly Dao to rise sharply, bringing tremendous pressure to Hongjun.
Strengthening the Immortal Dao meant enhancing Hongjun, which was beneficial for merging with the Dao. However, an increase in the Immortal Dao also indicated that the Primordial Realm and the Heavenly Dao were bing stronger, which was not conducive to merging with the Dao.
There was a subtle bnce in this.
Giving lectures indicated Hongjun¡¯s grasp of this bnce.
However, now, the Immortal Dao was constrained by tribtions and no longer experienced rapid growth. At the same time, tribtions perfected the Heavenly Dao, causing an alternative enhancement that already pressured him greatly.
The two forces gradually became unbnced.
Furthermore, as the Quasi-saint Realm approached, it would enhance the Primordial Realm. Because of the existence of tribtions, some resources vacated by the Quasi-saint achievements could not be swiftly replenished, causing a predetermined disconnect in the progress of the Immortal Dao.
But he had to do it this way.
¡°Because tribtions are strengthening, even if I do nothing, the two will already be disconnected!¡±
¡°Now, starting the Quasi-saint Realm will greatly enhance the Immortal Dao, temporarily limiting the gap between the two!¡±
¡°Although the future gap will berger, at least there will be some breathing room for a while!¡±
¡°Moreover, with three disasters and nine tribtions! There are tribtions, so naturally, there are methods to avoid them. With the improvement of the deities¡¯ cultivation, they will soon be able toprehend this!¡±
¡°Tribtions will not be a limiting factor for me, the old Dao!¡±
¡°Additionally, with the current imbnce between the Wu and the Yao, it is even more necessary to restore bnce!¡±
¡°Lecturing is imperative!¡±
Hongjun¡¯s gaze flickered as he prepared to correct the current trajectory, which had be somewhat deviated.
However, despite having a n, a hint of doubt still shed in his eyes.
¡°This tribtion appeared too early. Is it a natural evolution of the Heavenly Dao, a warning to me, the old Dao, or is there another powerful figure scheming behind the scenes?¡±
Hongjun calcted with his fingers but could not see clearly.
He could not help but recall the Wu tribe, which had recently attacked the Yao tribe¡¯s Heavenly Court. He could not see through it under the cover of the Pangu Hall. Additionally, the sudden turmoil of the tribtion was also too coincidental.
Hongjun instinctively frowned, feeling suspicious, but then thought the Wu tribe did not seem to possess such clever schemes.
After pondering for a long time, he finally sighed.
¡°The remnants of Pangu are indeed a hindrance!¡±
¡°No wonder even the Heavenly Dao supports myyout against it!¡±
¡°The Heavenly Dao serves the order of the Primordial Realm. How can such a disregard for the heavenly order exist in the world?¡±
In three thousand years, the lecture will change everything!
Hongjun sat on the tform, continuing to merge with the Heavenly Dao.
¡¡..
At the same time, Chu Xuan had already returned to the Earth tribe, exchanging ideas with many friends within the tribe.
A robust man holding a peach staff looked at Chu Xuan¡¯s return and spoke with joy.
¡°Chu Xuan, you¡¯re back!¡±
¡°I had warned you earlier not to rely on the Ancestor Wu¡¯s favor to connect with the Ancestor Wu. When I saw you being summoned by the Ancestor Wu, my heart nearly jumped out!¡±
¡°I never expected you to be so lively!¡±
¡°Hey, wait, your cultivation level!¡±
Suddenly, the man with the peach staff widened his eyes, staring at Chu Xuan before feeling a wave of pressure radiating from him, causing a mix of astonishment and doubt.
Chu Xuan smiled, nodding at his friend.
¡°Indeed, I have broken through and reached the level of Taiyi Golden Immortal!¡±
¡°The Ancestor Wu, although thinking I am weak, cares for the race. They specifically bestowed their essence blood to enhance my cultivation!¡±
¡°Now we exist in the same realm!¡±
The man with the peach staff stared wide-eyed, somewhat shocked.
¡°What? Such a good thing exists!¡±
¡°If I had known earlier, I would have gone with you!¡±
¡°It¡¯s all Hou Yi¡¯s fault. He said you would definitely be punished by the Ancestor Wu, so I didn¡¯t share tribtions with you!¡±
¡°Now I am already at thete stage of Taiyi Golden Immortal. If the Ancestor Wu bestows benefits, I will not be far from bing a Senior Shaman, even if I don¡¯t achieve the level of a Da Luo Golden Immortal!¡±
¡°Damn it! It¡¯s all Hou Yi¡¯s fault!¡±
The man with the peach staff looked somewhat disappointed and filled with regret.
Seeing his genuine expression, Chu Xuan smiled. If his friend knew he was not merely a Taiyi Golden Immortal but had actually achieved the Da Luo Golden Immortal and even attained the status of Ancestor Wu, he would probably regret it even more.
However, now that Chu Xuan had achieved the Da Luo Golden Immortal and held the status of Ancestor Wu, it was sufficient to conceal all his transformations.
Even the Kua Fu before him could not detect anything.
Indeed, the figure before him was Kua Fu, the future catalyst for the battle between the Wu and Yao tribes. However, Kua Fu had not yet broken through to the Da Luo Golden Immortal and had not yet achieved the status of a Senior Shaman.
When Chu Xuan had just been born and arrived at the Earth tribe, he had encountered Kua Fu.
Because Kua Fu was destined to be a Senior Shaman in the future, he had actively approached to make friends.
Simrly, another Hou Yi was of the same reasoning.
He had intended to hold tightly to the two¡¯s legs and slightly change their futures.
After all, he had been just a lowly Golden Immortal Shaman at the time, with a weak foundation. He never expected things to change so quickly. In the blink of an eye, he had already achieved the Da Luo Golden Immortal.
Though the situation had changed, the remaining friendship was real. The Wu tribe was straightforward, not foolish. How could they make friends without being sincere?
It was for this reason that Chu Xuan wanted to meet the two before leaving and prepare to give them an opportunity.
¡°After all, as another Ancestor Wu, when ites to exposure, it is best to establish my own tribe. By then, these two well-known Senior Shamans will be just the manpower I need!¡±
As for digging at the corner of the Earth? In the future, the Earth will belong to me; I will not care about such details!
Chu Xuan¡¯s thoughts shed by in an instant.
But he continued speaking.
¡°Enough of that. At this time, where has Hou Yi gone? Aren¡¯t you two always together?¡±
¡°What do you mean always together? Clearly, that guy clings to me!¡±
Kua Fu muttered in defense, but still pointed Chu Xuan in a direction.
¡°He went that way to face the tribtion!¡±
¡°He said he wants to be a Senior Shaman!¡±
¡°Damn it! In your words, he is secretly progressing on his own! He has abandoned the crowd and distanced himself from everyone!¡±
Kua Fu said indignantly, allowing Chu Xuan to finally understand why Kua Fu had felt so regretful earlier.
Hou Yi was preparing to break through to be a Senior Shaman at this time?
Chu Xuan was stunned but felt it was only natural. After all, in the originally nned future, he had indeed shot down the nine Golden Crows.
He had even refined Pangu¡¯s essence blood as a backup for the Twelve Heavenly Gods and Demons Formation, making his talent undoubtedly the best.
As for whether his refining of Pangu¡¯s essence blood now counted as snatching Hou Yi¡¯s opportunity?
Chu Xuan thought it did not count. After all, this essence blood falling into his hands would change the future of the Wu tribe.
When Hou Yi refined it back then, it would have only led to a dead end, having no real effect. It was better to cultivate himself.
Nheless, because of their past friendship, Chu Xuan still intended to look out for him a bit.
However, just as Chu Xuan was thinking this.
Suddenly, thews of tribtion within him trembled.
He instinctively looked up.
His gaze pierced through the void.
He saw, billions of miles away, boundless thunder tribtions beginning to converge. Most crucially, there was a faint shadow of a broken Golden Crow among them.
The Golden Crow¡¯s gaze burned with hatred, as if it wanted to forcibly bring down tribtions
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¡°Impossible!¡±
¡°Can a Golden Crow cause tribtions?¡±
The specter of the Golden Crow had never appeared at this time, and its power was naturally extraordinary.
With a hint of astonishment, Chu Xuan turned to look at Kua Fu.
¡°This will affect the Senior Shaman¡¯s tribtion!¡±
¡°I¡¯ll go take a look!¡±
Kua Fu nodded, though his face still held disbelief.
After all, the Golden Crow had never appeared since the birth of the Primordial Realm.
In the past, it had to go through cycles to reach such a level.
This time, Chu Xuan and Kua Fu rushed towards the scene of the tribtion.
But as they reached the vicinity, they noticed countless Golden Crows soaring across the sky, all trapped by the force of the tribtion, as if they had broken through thest cycle.
In an instant, Chu Xuan felt a hint of danger.
The descent of a Golden Crow was a great omen.
A hint of trepidation filled him, but then he felt the power of the Golden Crow pulsing through his heart.
The tribtions converged, and the energy of the Golden Crow resonated with the rules of tribtion.
He turned and shouted at Kua Fu.
¡°Kua Fu, pay attention! The Golden Crow may cause a dangerous scene! Don¡¯t act recklessly!¡±
Kua Fu stared, instinctively alert.
In this realm, a Golden Crow¡¯s existence was too strong, causing many heavenly rules to resonate.
When a Golden Crow was born, it was not long before countless disasters would ur.
Yet as they gathered their strength, the thunder tribtions scattered downwards, giving birth to a wave of unprecedented storms.
Thunder rumbled, and an immense amount of energy surged toward the surroundings.
Finally, an immense power converged, and in an instant, the golden light of the Golden Crow illuminated the world!
Amid the waves of thunder, a figure appeared among the Golden Crows and ascended to the tribtion!
¡°Hou Yi!¡±
With an agonizing expression, he spoke aloud.
In the face of the thunder, Hou Yi was not afraid, directly confronting the power of the Golden Crow, which brought the rules of heaven tumbling down.
¡°Huh?¡±
Chu Xuan was astonished, realizing that in such tribtions, Hou Yi¡¯s talent was truly exceptional.
This was an opportunity that required a great risk.
The Golden Crow¡¯s embodiment of the tribtion and the lightning that struck downwards signaled the arrival of tribtions.
In a single breath, the light condensed, and with a roar, Hou Yi stepped into the thunder tribtion, weing the embrace of the Golden Crow.
With this scene, the thunderstorm changed, resonating with his strength and blossoming into terrifying storms.
Chu Xuan couldn¡¯t help but stand aside, feeling the pressure of the power emitted from the tribtion.
The shockwaves collided, and a series of loud bangs echoed, engulfing the world in chaos!
¡°Now I must act!¡±
Chu Xuan thought silently and began to prepare the essence of blood within him.
This was an opportunity to not only befriend a Great Witch but to gather strength from the tribtion!
In a moment of thought, Chu Xuan¡¯s palms drew together, invoking the strength within him.
At this time, a massive energy emerged within his hands, fully charging his bloodline.
¡°Senior Shaman, obtain the power of the Golden Crow!¡±
He surged forth, directly facing the energy that surrounded him, brimming with the power of tribtion!
Yet at the same moment, a dreadful force came crashing down!
¡°Damn it!¡±
¡°Rewind!¡±
The lightning bolt bore down on Hou Yi, causing Chu Xuan to instinctively act.
In the following moment, an immense force from the tribtion struck downwards, like a massive Golden Crow ascending from the heavens!
However, Chu Xuan¡¯s heart remained steady.
He stood as the center of the storm, weing the tribtion¡¯s challenge!
As the lightning cracked, the sound resonated, echoing across the expanse.
In this moment, he and Hou Yi shared the tribtion, leading to the convergence of the two forces.
¡°Wonderful!¡±
He roared with delight, and countless powers began to collide.
In the chaotic sea of thunder and light, everything around them merged into one as tribtion descended.
In that moment, a golden light erupted!
Amidst the storm, a figure soared through the air, reaching for the lightning while iming the Golden Crow¡¯s essence!
Hou Yi roared wildly, seeming unyielding to the energy.
In the face of this overwhelming pressure, the Primordial Realm felt an unprecedented upheaval!
The Golden Crow!
And the legends that followed!
The rise of the Golden Crow was a catastrophe for the heavens!
The thunder rumbled, swirling across the sky as if it wished to bury everything beneath it!
¡°However, it is a golden opportunity!¡±
In the face of the storm, Chu Xuan¡¯s heart was filled with unwavering belief.
He would grasp this chance, open the door, and summon the energy of the Golden Crow!
But the next moment, he suddenly felt that the essence of blood in his hands surged like a river breaking free from the dam.
With an overwhelming roar, the vast power surged forward!
And suddenly¡ª
Boom!
The terrifying force of the Golden Crow instantly descended into the tribtion, igniting a ripple in the world!
At that moment, everything seemed to stand still.
The energy surrounding them erupted, radiating a dazzling golden light!
Allws seemed to shatter in the face of the Golden Crow!
In this moment of triumph, Chu Xuan felt the Golden Crow¡¯s energy rise, igniting his heart!
¡°Now!¡±
A golden radiance enveloped him, and he soared forth!
Through the thunderstorm, he stretched forth his hands, merging with thews and drawing the energy into himself!
The storm raged on, but he and Hou Yi stood firm, together facing the immense might of the Golden Crow!
They continued to merge, and in that moment, a powerful presence began to manifest!
At this moment, they stood at the peak of the tribtion!
However, among the raging storm, the echoes of the tribtion¡¯sughter rang out!
In this moment, he would rise beyond the horizon!
In the face of the Golden Crow¡¯s tribtion, they would ascend!
And ultimately¡ª
Boom!
The essence of blood poured forth from Chu Xuan, like a roaring dragon exploding from the earth!
In that moment, the entire Primordial Realm trembled beneath the Golden Crow¡¯s wrath!
Chapter 19 - Hou Yi Faces Tribulation! Severing the Fate of the Immortal Dao!
Chapter 19: Hou Yi Faces Tribtion! Severing the Fate of the Immortal Dao!
It was not surprising that the opponent faced tribtion; rather, it was surprising that the opponent was astonished. Although Donghuang Taiyi was counterattacked by the Dao fruit, he had refined it for a period of time and devoured arge number of tribtionws. Even if the six Dao fruits were shared with others from the Yao race Da Luo Golden Immortals, it would still be impossible for him to escape quickly. Stripping away the Dao fruit would take a considerable amount of time.
Furthermore, because too many ces in the Primordial Realm needed tribtion now, even with the burden of the six Dao fruits, they were still driven out. It was clear that for a considerable time, this Golden Crow Quasi-Saint, the second Celestial Emperor of the Yao race, would definitely be entangled in the trifles of the tribtion.
Chu Xuan had spent several decades refining Pangu¡¯s blood in the Pangu Pce and had just emerged. At this moment, even if the Golden Crow Emperor wanted to dy further, the Heavenly Dao would definitely not allow it, which resulted in the current scene of their meeting.
¡°Fortunately, we set strict rules that do not allow the tribtion bearer to interfere with the tribtion; otherwise, he would have seeded!¡± Chu Xuan smiled.
The hidden Wu Ancestor Hou Tu found it somewhat amusing to see the Golden Crow Emperor undergoing tribtion. At that moment, Donghuang Taiyi, hidden in the tribtion clouds, was indeed in a rather miserable state.
After several decades, the Dao injuries on Donghuang Taiyi were still far from being repaired. The Twelve Ancestors of the Wu who acted were all supreme beings; theirws prated his body and left eternal marks that would be difficult to erase in a short time. Even if a projection descended, it would still be affected and would not manifest fully.
With such injuries, he constantly transformed into countless forms to undergo tribtion in the Primordial Realm, which silenced anyone who saw it. It was even more of a humiliation.
Many strong beings in the Primordial Realm could see through the tribtion clouds; at the very least, any Da Luo Golden Immortal could do it. Because now the tribtion could only be imposed on those who broke through the Da Luo Golden Immortal stage. Once one reached the Da Luo Golden Immortal level, they would be free from the tribtion.
Perhaps because Chu Xuan and Hou Tu¡¯s gazes were too bold, Donghuang Taiyi, who was in the tribtion, sensed it and suddenly turned his eyes towards them. Then, an astonishing rage erupted in his eyes.
This was because he saw Hou Tu, one of the main culprits who caused him to fall into such a predicament. In Donghuang Taiyi¡¯s view, if it weren¡¯t for the sudden interruption by the Twelve Ancestors of the Wu, even though the essence of the tribtion was powerful, he wouldn¡¯t have been seriously injured; at most, he would have just failed to refine it.
The reason for his current predicament was entirely due to the sneak attack by the Twelve Ancestors of the Wu. Therefore, he was even angrier.
In the past, it was a battle of Great Dao, but now it was a mix of new grudges and old hatred. He could hardly wait to seize control of the tribtion to impose it on Hou Tu.
It was a pity that as the executor of the tribtion, he could not escape the tribtion, no matter how furious he was.
The authority of the tribtion had been limited by Chu Xuan and the other Heavenly Tribtion Dao Ancestors, which left him with no power, only obligation. In the end, he could only helplessly gaze at Hou Tu, then turn to continue preparing to impose tribtion on the existence that had broken through to Senior Witch below.
As for Chu Xuan, he didn¡¯t care at all.
He was just a mere Taiyi Golden Immortal.
Because he couldn¡¯t target Hou Tu, he could only exert all his energy to stimte the tribtion and attempt to see if he could change something. But after trying for a long time, he ultimately couldn¡¯t change anything.
It was still as he sensed earlier; the strength of the tribtion was much weaker.
¡°The Wu race has no primordial spirit, so the tribtion is slightly weaker! How can this be reasonable?¡± Donghuang Taiyi sensed the various messagesing from the tribtion and was even angrier.
He didn¡¯t understand why the Heavenly Dao would leave such a w.
After all, the Wu race was stronger than the immortal cultivators before reaching the Da Luo Golden Immortal stage. Wouldn¡¯t this allow the Wu race to easily pass through the tribtion?
The Heavenly Dao is unjust!
Donghuang Taiyi was filled with indignation.
But he was powerless.
He waspletely unaware that this was not due to the Heavenly Dao, but a backdoor deliberately left by Chu Xuan, providing a reason.
¡°Wouldn¡¯t this be too weak?¡±
As a Wu Ancestor, Hou Tu could also clearly see that the tribtion enveloping Hou Yi was significantly weaker at this moment.
She frowned slightly.
Although she should be happy that her n members were facing lesser danger, if this led to a major mishap, it would not be good.
However, Chu Xuan smiled upon hearing this and exined to the hidden Hou Tu.
¡°The Wu race has no primordial spirit, so the tribtion we face should indeed be weaker! The three disasters and nine hardships, even the lightning tribtion, are more targeted at the subtle changes of the primordial spirit! The Heavenly Dao is fair; the Wu race has no primordial spirit, so why should they undergo tribtion like those who possess primordial spirits? If they have the ability, they should refine their bodies! Moreover, facing stronger tribtions has its advantages; wind disasters can temper the primordial spirit, and fire disasters and water disasters also have simr benefits for refining the primordial spirit! Our Wu race doesn¡¯t envy this opportunity!¡± Chu Xuan spoke lightly, leaving Hou Tu speechless.
He was certainly not speaking without basis; even if the Heavenly Tribtion Dao Ancestor modified the tribtion and opened a backdoor, a reason was still needed.
Indeed, disaster tribtions were beneficial for the growth of immortals.
But that benefit waspletely negligible for the Wu race because they were inherently a supreme race. No matter how much the tribtion was refined, it could neverpare to the countlessws innate to the Wu race.
Furthermore, the establishment of the tribtion was to obstruct the Heavenly Court¡¯s momentum; regardless, the momentum had already been severed. The Heavenly Court had umted infinite karma and the resentment of all the races would burst sooner orter.
¡°Of course, now that the Heavenly Court has already lost a leg, the next step should indeed target the Immortal Dao. If I proceed with my next n and cooperate with the tribtion, I¡¯m afraid we could really sever half of the Immortal Dao¡¯s fate!¡±
¡°Hongjun wants to open the Quasi-Saint Realm? Let¡¯s see who has the superior skills!¡±
A sense of ambition naturally arose within Chu Xuan, and a certain gleam flickered in his eyes.
Beside him, Hou Tu watched Chu Xuan, who was clearly different from the rest of the Wu race, her beautiful eyes moved slightly, and she did not speak again.
Before long, the distant tribtion was finallypleted.
Donghuang Taiyi, who had been waiting anxiously, was filled with joy.
He finally struck.
He was determined to impose the tribtion without reservation.
Unfortunately, the rules were too detailed; even with all his strength and limited power cooperating with his battle techniques, he could not threaten the Wu race.
The Wu race was already powerful, not to mention the tribtion was so weak.
In the void, a wind disaster that could turn space to dust blew through, yet it could not shake the true form of the Wu race.
Water disasters and fire disasters surged from the Wu race but could not corrode or burn.
It was easily crossed by the sturdy man carrying arge bow, who was none other than Hou Yi.
As for the nine hardships of the tribtion, they could not shake the strong true form of the Wu race at all.
The blood and Qi surged slightly, copsing space, and the fierce energy swept away the nine hardships of the tribtion.
Donghuang Taiyi was beside himself with rage.
It was not until the nine heavens¡¯ lightning tribtion descended that Hou Yi became a bit more serious.
He bore faint scorch marks on his body.
But before Donghuang Taiyi could rejoice, Hou Yi almost immediately drew out therge bow on his back and shot out a series of astonishing divine arrows.
It seemed as if he wanted to tear apart the tribtion clouds!
¡°Not enough, not enough!¡±
¡°Too weak, too weak!¡±
Hou Yi, the newly promoted Senior Shaman, towered with a massive form, which possessed boundless divine power. He wielded arrows ofws that directly tore apart mountains and rivers and even genuinely shattered the tribtion clouds!
This revealed the broken silhouette of a Golden Crow behind him. Donghuang Taiyi was stunned but quickly filled with rage.
¡°How presumptuous!¡±
Hou Yi was also momentarily stunned but quickly burst intoughter.
¡°Turns out it¡¯s you, little bird! I was wondering who would be so weak. Today, I shall aplish what the Ancestors failed to do! I will y you with my arrows!¡±
Arrows ripped through mountains and rivers, tore the space around them into a tangled mess, and scattered the tribtion with the terrifying power of archery. Donghuang Taiyi darted around to evade them, enraged.
It was no surprise he was forced to react this way; he was not present in his true form but through an avatar, simultaneously descending tribtion upon countless beings and thus limited in power. Most of his strength relied on the force of the tribtion itself, making it impossible to resist Hou Yi¡¯s sharp edge at this moment.
Atst, Taiyi missed and took seven or eight arrows that nearly shattered his avatar. He was furious!
Above all, he could not bear the insult from Hou Yi.
¡°A Quasi-Saint should not be disgraced! You deserve to die!¡±
Boom!
High above the Nine Heavens, within the Heavenly Court of the Yao race, a faintly glowing Golden Crow spread its wings in a sh.
Boom!
Half of the Heavenly Court was torn apart.
Its cold gaze fell in Hou Yi¡¯s direction. The aura of a Quasi-Saint descended, seeming intent on striking Hou Yi down with a single blow!
The sudden action from a Quasi-Saint-level being sent tremors through countless entities across the Primordial Realm and caused many to cast their gazes toward the Heavenly Court.
¡°The Donghuang Taiyi has taken action!¡±
¡°Does he still have strength to spare?¡±
¡°Hmm, that¡¯s in the direction of Mount Buzhou¡ªit¡¯s Hou Tu¡¯s Tribe!¡±
Yet before Taiyi could truly make his move, a clear, angry shout suddenly rang out.
¡°Impudent! Donghuang Taiyi, this is Wu territory!¡±
A towering goddess stepped forward, shattering space itself. The boundless true form of the Wu Ancestor stood on thews of existence, her eyes cold, directly shing with the wing Donghuang Taiyi had extended.
Boom!
The might of a Quasi-Saint shattered and dispersed; Donghuang Taiyi¡¯s face twisted as he finally retreated. His injuries had not yet healed, and with his power split into countless avatars to descend tribtion, he was in no position to overpower Hou Tu.
Retreating further would only risk him losing more face.
With Taiyi¡¯s withdrawal, the various deities across the primordial realm paused for a moment before casting interested nces in the direction of Mount Buzhou, curious to see what had provoked this Quasi-Saint.
Then, they saw it: a Senior Shaman who had just ovee the tribtion, still shouting defiantly.
¡°You¡¯re running away so soon? One day, I¡¯ll make sure you fall to my arrow!¡±
Many powerful figures were momentarily speechless and shook their heads.
¡°As expected, the Wu race still carries that same arrogant nature.¡±
With that, they each dispersed.
Meanwhile, atop Mount Buzhou, two powerful figures thought for a moment, then began descending the mountain.
Chapter 20 - Bestowing the Wu Ancestor’s Blood, Fuxi of Kindred Spirit!
Chapter 20: Bestowing the Wu Ancestor¡¯s Blood, Fuxi of Kindred Spirit!
¡°You¡¯re really taking a bold step here by forming such a karmic link. In the future, retribution will surely follow. Are you truly naive, or just acting?¡± Chu Xuan rarely scolded Hou Yi.
Hou Yi, who had just made a breakthrough, darkened his expression.
¡°Nonsense! What¡¯s a mere little bird anyway? When the timees, I¡¯ll shoot it down and roast it for you all to enjoy! As for karma, the Wu race has long been at odds with them. Why bother worrying now? And if things do get difficult, we have the Ancestors of the Wu behind us!¡±
Hou Yi certainly wasn¡¯t foolish; he had a clear view of things. He simply wouldn¡¯t let a bit of risk change who he was.
Chu Xuan saw this and only shook his head, as he chose not to press further.
The past trajectory had shown that this guy dared to nearly wipe out Di Jun¡¯s entire bloodline.
The decisive battle between the Wu and Yao races had yet toe; having this kind of temper was only natural.
But in this life, Donghuang Taiyi has already set his sights on him. His risks aren¡¯t going to be any less.
Chu Xuan held his silence, yet Hou Yi couldn¡¯t resist retorting, ¡°Actually, you seem to have grown timid since your breakthrough! Hmm? Are you a Taiyi Golden Immortal or a Da Luo Golden Immortal? Something feels off¡ªI almost feel as if I¡¯m facing a Wu Ancestor!¡±
Hou Yi frowned as he spoke, his tone curious.
There was no denying Hou Yi¡¯s keen insight. Even though Chu Xuan had hidden things well, they were of the same race, and Chu Xuan had just recently refined the blood of the Wu Ancestor. The lingering aura affected Hou Yi enough to sense that something was different about him.
Yet that was all. The influence of the ancestral aura influence only hinted at something strange. Hou Yi couldn¡¯t see any specific changes, only that Chu Xuan as a Taiyi Golden Immortal felt oddly unique.
Given time, Chu Xuan would adapt and it would be extremely difficult for anyone to discern his true nature¡ªonly a Saint would evene close, and even then, they wouldn¡¯t be able to breach the authority hidden within the Wu Ancestor¡¯s bloodline. The interference of Pangu¡¯s blood in concealing one¡¯s fate was extraordinary.
Just as Hou Yi finished speaking, Chu Xuan hadn¡¯t yet replied when Wu Ancestor Hou Tu herself descended, having just disyed her great power.
Seeing Hou Yi¡¯s audacious attitude, Hou Tu was already exasperated; she had overheard his earlier remarks.
¡°What do you mean by the Wu Ancestors are there to support you? It seems I¡¯ve been too lenient with all of you. One after another, you all think like this!¡± Hou Tu cast a meaningful look at Chu Xuan as she spoke.
Chu Xuan was calm as ever and unmoved.
Meanwhile, Hou Yi shrank back a bit and respectfully bowed to Hou Tu.
¡°Greetings, Wu Ancestor!¡±
He might have been arrogant in front of Donghuang Taiyi, but he, like all members of the Wu race, held genuine reverence for the Wu Ancestors.
Seeing Hou Yi suddenly so meek, Hou Tu¡¯s frustration quickly faded. She was naturally gentle, buttely, Chu Xuan had stirred her emotions somewhat.
She nced at Hou Yi and then noticed Kua Fu nearby bowing respectfully as well.
Now this is how a true member of the Wu race behaves! As for Chu Xuan¡He looks nothing like a typical shaman! She thought.
Chu Xuan smiled slightly, sensing her gaze. Now that he had proven himself, he no longer minded it.
A strategist of the Wu race had to be bold; what kind of strategist would he be otherwise?
Schemes filled his mind, each one like a beacon in the dark¡ªhis demeanor was impossible to hide!
After a moment of thought, Chu Xuan directly addressed Hou Tu.
¡°Kua Fu and Hou Yi are both future strongholds of our Wu race, and they share my dedication to its prosperity. I ask the Wu Ancestor to grant them a blessing.¡±
Without much preamble, he openly requested a reward from Hou Tu.
Seeing this, both Kua Fu and Hou Yi¡¯s hearts raced.
He¡¯s so bold!
Hou Yi thought he was audacious, but clearly, he had a long way to go!
To their surprise, Hou Tu merely sighed at Chu Xuan and nodded.
¡°If that¡¯s the case, I shall grant two drops of the Wu Ancestors¡¯ blood, in the hope that you¡¯ll be pirs of strength for our Wu race.¡±
With that, Hou Tu withdrew two drops of blood and sent them toward Hou Yi and Kua Fu.
Clearly, these weren¡¯t Hou Tu¡¯s own blood drops.
One drop radiated with a spatial power, the other with a dense aura of wood.
Chu Xuan recognized them immediately as the blood of Di Jiang and Ju Mang.
It wasmon for Wu Ancestors to share blood amongst themselves. After all, there were warriors in their tribes with varying elemental affinities who deserved to be rewarded.
Hou Tu had chosen well: Di Jiang¡¯s spatial blood, which carried Quasi-Saint power, suited Hou Yi¡¯s recent promotion to a Senior Shaman and would assist him in mastering his archery skills, while Ju Mang¡¯s blood matched Kua Fu¡¯s endurance-focused nature.
Seeing the blood drops, Hou Yi and Kua Fu were overjoyed and bowed deeply in thanks before retreating to refine it.
They could tell that their friend was no longer the same after meeting with the Wu Ancestor.
Moreover, Hou Tu¡¯s attitude toward Chu Xuan was also unusual; it was no small feat to have a Wu Ancestor bestow such a gift upon a single request.
No wonder this guy carries the Wu Ancestor¡¯s aura! Hou Yi mused to himself.
Kua Fu, meanwhile, couldn¡¯t help but angrily give Hou Yi a punch.
¡°It¡¯s all your fault! If you hadn¡¯t kept me from going with Chu Xuan, I might have gained this opportunity too!¡±
Hou Yi fell silent, as he felt a little guilty.
He had been cautious, thinking that if Chu Xuan had noticed a problem with the Yao race, then surely the Wu Ancestors had as well. Since Chu Xuan was a new member of the Wu race, it wouldn¡¯t be too risky for him to tag along, but Hou Yi thought that the older members might be punished for meddling.
Who would have guessed there¡¯d be such a blessing waiting? Unbelievable!
With Hou Yi and Kua Fu gone, Hou Tu turned her gaze back to Chu Xuan with a resigned expression.
¡°Is this sufficient for you? Shall we leave now?¡±
Chu Xuan was about to nod when his attention suddenly shifted toward a certain direction, and he shook his head.
¡°It seems we have guests.¡±
Hou Tu¡¯s expression softened, her face breaking into a rare smile.
¡°It turns out to be little sister Nuwa¡ªwhat a surprise!¡±
The space before them opened inyers, and two radiant, imposing figures stepped forward.
One was tall and striking, the other was exquisitely beautiful, and they both possessed the aura of unfathomable serpent-like beings, reminiscent of the dragon Dao.
The beautiful woman¡ªNuwa¡ªspoke first with yful grievance.
¡°I told you, you¡¯re the younger sister!¡±
Their closeness was apparent.
This was only natural as the Wu race¡¯s territory was at the foot of Mount Buzhou, where Nuwa and Fuxi had long resided.
They were both powerful beings and practically neighbors, as even Da Luo Golden Immortals couldn¡¯t cross Mount Buzhou easily.
Furthermore, they were both prominent female figures which made their friendship quite natural.
Chu Xuan stood silently to the side, observing the two familiar yet strange deities and pretending to be a mere attendant to Hou Tu.
Famous figures indeed. More importantly, they¡¯re future Saintsnd one of them will even be the Emperor of the Human race.
I wonder if there¡¯s a way to make use of them.
As the dedicated strategist of the Wu race, Chu Xuan¡¯s mind began spinning the moment he saw them, evaluating their potential usefulness.
Both of them were invaluable, after all.
Just then, while Chu Xuan kept silent and continued observing them, Fuxi, who had apanied Nuwa, turned his attention to Chu Xuan, his tone curious.
¡°I wonder who this fellow cultivator is? To sense our arrival with a single sound is remarkable.¡± Though he sounded friendly, Chu Xuan immediately sensed a kindred spirit¡¯s wariness.
It¡¯s a spy, it¡¯s a test¡ªthis guy is not a good person! Ah, hiding behind ahis sister¡¯s alliance with the Wu Ancestors toe and scout things out!Chu Xuan¡¯s guard went up.
He hadn¡¯t forgotten that this future Saint Emperor of the Human race had first died once before reaching his destiny.
Before that, Fuxi had served as the Yao race¡¯s Emperor Xi.
Chapter 21 - Chu Xuan Speaks About Sainthood! Fuxi and Nuwa Are Shocked!
Chapter 21: Chu Xuan Speaks About Sainthood! Fuxi and Nuwa Are Shocked!
Although Fuxi had not yet joined the Yao race, the time was approaching.
Because of this, Chu Xuan dared not to be careless.
Chu Xuan silently gave Hou Tu a look. Hou Tu instantly became alert; she did not understand Fuxi but she understood Chu Xuan.
A being as wise and powerful as Chu Xuan suddenly showing an unusual demeanor to hint at her must mean something was amiss.
¡°Fuxi? Nuwa?¡±
Hou Tu¡¯s initial joy of seeing an old friend was gone in an instant, but she still smiled and said, ¡°Fuxi, my friend, you are unaware that this is a junior of our n, named Chu Xuan. He possesses some talent, so I have brought him along for guidance!¡±
¡°I was just about to send him out for training when I happened to encounter you!¡±
With just a simple statement, Hou Tu rified Chu Xuan¡¯s identity and categorized him as a junior, separating him from Fuxi.
However, unbeknownst to her, Fuxi was not concerned with such matters. Upon hearing Hou Tu¡¯s words, he focused even more intently on Chu Xuan.
¡°Is that so! However, Chu Xuan, my friend, you do not seem ordinary. Although my sister and weren¡¯t hiding, it is not something an average Taiyi Golden Immortal could perceive!¡± As he spoke, Fuxi seemed somewhat emotional. ¡°The Wu race is truly talented! First, there was the Senior Shaman Hou Yi, who repelled the Yao race¡¯s emperor. Now, we have such a gifted Taiyi!¡±
Seeing Fuxipletely fixated on him, Chu Xuan was a bit surprised.
However, after thinking about it, he quickly understood the reason.
He was too special. Now that the conflict between the Wu and Yao races had just recently concluded, bringing a minor character like himself along seemed out of ce.
Ordinary powerful beings would not mind a small Taiyi.
But the more one relied on intellect, the more one paid attention to such details, as they could reveal more.
Understanding this, Chu Xuan decided to drop the pretense.
Perhaps acting along with the other party could help him get through this.
Suddenly, he had some thoughts and stood a bit taller, no longer hiding, and smiled as he responded, ¡°Master Fuxi, you tter me! A mere Taiyi cannot be considered talented! In the Primordial Realm, only those with immense power can make a name for themselves, especially with the uing Dao Ancestor¡¯s teachings about the path of the Quasi-Saints! This itself illustrates that the future belongs to the Quasi-Saints. Amongst the Quasi-Saints in the world, it must be you great ones! Below Quasi-Saint, we are all ants! And now, we are still only at the second sermon. What about the third sermon?¡±
Chu Xuan seemed to express his emotions, articting many spections that the great beings had implicitly foreseen.
¡°I¡¯m afraid it is now the era of the Saints¡±
¡°The tides of time rise like waves, each higher than thest, and the future is limitless. How can a Taiyi be considered more than dust?¡±
While he spoke of Taiyi, to Fuxi, it felt as if he were discussing the Da Luo Golden Immortal, and speaking of great beings, even mentioning Quasi-Saints!
The era of Saints!
Fuxi¡¯s heart trembled.
Unable to restrain himself, Fuxi replied, ¡°If we say that it¡¯s the era of the Quasi-Saints, that is still eptable. After all, many great beings are trapped in the Da Luo Golden Immortal stage. When the portal of the Great Dao opens, the gods will naturally swarm in. But isn¡¯t saying it¡¯s the era of Saints too much? The Quasi-Saint realm is already vast enough. During the Longhan Tribtion, the three races relied only on luck to produce a few Quasi-Saints. There are rumors that if one bes the Heavenly Emperor, they can rely on the Primordial Realm¡¯s fortune to be a Saint, but those are just rumors! The Dao Ancestor¡¯s divine might is incredibly powerful. Even Quasi-Saints find it hard to match!¡±
However, once he spoke, he felt something was off. Although he found this kid interesting,
the secret knowledge he shared was not something a mere Taiyi could grasp.
Even Hou Tu and Nuwa, who were drawn into the conversation, frowned, with Nuwa directly rebuking, ¡°Brother, you have gone too far!¡±
Such statements seem to bully the juniors with experience and insight. She hade to visit friends, not to stir up trouble.
Upon hearing this, Fuxi touched his nose, feeling somewhat embarrassed. He was about to wave his hand, signaling Chu Xuan not to mind it.
But unexpectedly, at that moment, Chu Xuan spoke up, ¡°Didn¡¯t the many Quasi-Saints of the three races during the Longhan Tribtion also be Saints?¡±
¡°Since the Quasi-Saint era is approaching, why can¡¯t a few Saints emerge?¡±
Chu Xuan¡¯s bold words shocked everyone present, including Hou Tu, who looked at Chu Xuan in astonishment.
Saints?
The higher one stood at the pinnacle of the Primordial Realm, the more they understood the terror and shock of this term.
That was a sky that could not be seen without cultivation. Once one cultivates, it bes an unreachable firmament.
A mere Taiyi Golden Immortal dared to speak so lightly of Saints.
Yet somehow, as they listened to Chu Xuan¡¯s words, the hearts of several people involuntarily raced.
Even great beings who had lived through countless epochs could hardly escape this.
After all, we are talking about Saints!
Moreover, what he said indeed held some truth. Didn¡¯t the Longhan Tribtion produce a Dao Ancestor with just a few Quasi-Saints?
If the Quasi-Saint era descends, could it truly be possible?
However, before their shock could reach its peak, what Chu Xuan said next ignited the fire in their heartspletely.
¡°Furthermore, the Dao Ancestor¡¯s teachings must have a reason; how could they be half-hearted? The first sermon spoke of the path of the Da Luo Golden Immortal. The second sermon speaks of the path of the Quasi-Saints. Why can¡¯t the third sermon discuss the path of the Saints? Once the Saint realm is out, the heavenly beings will not linger! I believe the Dao Ancestor would be willing, after all, the heavenly beings are all his disciples! This is the transmission of the Dao!¡±
His final wordspletely convinced the three.
Or rather, they had spected before. They just hesitated to believe it after realizing the power of Saints, as they feared to hope.
Putting themselves in another¡¯s shoes, if they became Saints, would they allow others to be Saints? Even if allowed, they would not actively create rivals.
But now, with Chu Xuan, the ¡°outsider,¡± analyzing it this way, everyone felt that this spection was almost real.
¡°Indeed, we are all part of the Xuanmen Dao lineage. We are the teacher¡¯s disciples! The teacher must be willing to pass on the path to bing a saint! This is the transmission of the Dao, not a rivalry! Not a threat!¡± Fuxi murmured to himself, somewhat excited, forgetting the original reason for visiting the Wu race.
Yet this was not the end.
Chu Xuan continued, somewhat smilingly, ¡°However, Saints are indeed powerful and it should not be easily granted. There must be reasons, fate, and fortunes! Perhaps it was already predetermined from the very beginning! This is fate!¡±
Chu Xuan seemed to make a deduction, but his words were so assertive that it felt as if he were Hongjun himself.
In an instant, Hou Tu, Nuwa, and Fuxi all seemed to think of something.
Hou Tu and Fuxi both stared intently at the somewhat shocked Nuwa.
Fuxi spoke with a trembling voice, quietly murmuring,
¡°The cushion!¡±
Chapter 22 - Chu Xuan: I Have a Plan! The Gradually Tamed Hou Tu!
Chapter 22: Chu Xuan: I Have a n! The Gradually Tamed Hou Tu!
¡°The cushion!¡±
In an instant everyone understood; it all made sense!
At least, Fuxi felt he understood!
The cushion represented the sacred seat!
It had to be; it must be so!
Everything Chu Xuan said waspletely logical and very usible.
The most significant point, woven throughout the sermon, was the cushion that had been encountered during the very first lecture.
Back then, the teacher mentioned that the seating arrangement would be established from that day forward. At the time, Fuxi hadn¡¯t paid much attention, but now¡
What seating arrangement? That was clearly the seating for Saints!
Fuxi felt an overwhelming sense of regret in that moment.
He regretted not sitting on a cushion back then.
Six cushions meant six sacred seats!
Fuxi became dazed and lost hisposure. He instinctively nced at his younger sister. No matter how good their bond had been in the past, it was hard to avoid a twinge of jealousy at that moment.
On the other hand, Hou Tu was rtively unfazed. Because the Wu racecked a primordial spirit, she realized during her first lecture that there was nothing to gain. Even if she obtained a cushion, she likely wouldn¡¯t be able to be a Saint.
But Fuxi truly found it difficult to calm down. Nuwa also appeared somewhat dazed and awkwardly met her brother¡¯s gaze. In the end, Nuwa and Fuxi rushed in and then rushed out. The two deities were thrown into confusion by Chu Xuan¡¯s words.
After they left, Hou Tu took a deep breath. She set up barriers around them and even activated the Pangu blood within her to conceal heavenly secrets, ensuring that even Saints would find it hard to pry into their matters for a while. She nervously asked, ¡°Little brother, what you said earlier, was it to deceive them? Or is it true?¡±
Chu Xuan looked at the seemingly unsettled Hou Tu and smiled.
¡°Of course it¡¯s true! The truth is enough to shake the hearts of great powers, isn¡¯t it?¡±
Hou Tu¡¯s heart trembled. It was not because of the sacred seats but because of her concern for the future of the Wu race.
With Chu Xuan¡¯s earlier descriptions, Hou Tu finally realized that they, the Wu Ancestors, had been too naive. They had only thought themselves invincible, but now, the Quasi-Saint era, even the Saint era, was about to arrive!
The Twelve Ancestors of the Wu race were confident in achieving Quasi-Saint status, but what about bing Saints?
It was incredibly difficult¡ªextremely challenging!
Six cushions, would there be six Saints in the future?!!!
Hou Tu felt a mix of bitterness and fear.
Suddenly, as if she recalled something, her gaze quickly turned to Chu Xuan, unable to help but ask with hope, ¡°Were you referring to this when you spoke of matters concerning the life and death of the Wu race?¡±
Chu Xuan, upon hearing her question, responded with something unrted.
¡°Sister Hou Tu, I have a n! I don¡¯t know if it¡¯s appropriate to tell you!¡±
The familiar opening and topic.
I have a n!
It instantly made the Wu Ancestor Hou Tu¡¯s heart shudder.
She couldn¡¯t help but recall the two previous vicious schemes. One had already resulted in countless lives lost, but that was reluctantly for the sake of the Primordial Realm. The second was even worse, a truly indiscriminate scheme; fortunately, she had rejected it.
In the past, Hou Tu thought she would never need Chu Xuan¡¯s schemes again. But at this moment, facing the possible arrival of the Quasi-Saint era, even the Saint era¡
Hou Tu wavered!
As expected, for the sake of the Wu race, Hou Tu ultimately let go of her stubbornness.
And she held onto a glimmer of hope, perhaps not all of Chu Xuan¡¯s ns were vicious schemes! However, her hope was destined to be unfulfilled.
In order to gain, how could one not harm others? Suffering would only lead to more suffering; to surpass others, one must make sacrifices.
Chu Xuan then looked at Hou Tu, who was gradually yielding and revealed his n.
¡°I have a n! It¡¯s called, the one who determines the sacred seats will disrupt the world! Every Da Luo Golden Immortal must be drawn into this trap! Although the cushions are set, there¡¯s still a glimmer of hope in the Heavenly Dao! The cushions have been determined, but the sacred seats are not necessarily fixed! Back then, even on the six cushions, neither Zhun Ti nor Jie Yin directly sat on their cushions! Instead, it was easily switched to Kunpeng and Hongyu. If everything were normal, it would merely be a seat, but now that we know this matter concerns the sacred seats, if it¡¯s spread, what do you think will happen in this world? How will the three thousand guests of the Zixiao Pce react?¡±
Chu Xuan spoke casually, presenting yet another scheme.
Hou Tu didn¡¯t know where he had gathered so many details from.
But at that moment, she felt a wave of foreboding.
How else could it go? It would inevitably lead to conflict, it would surely incite schemes, a storm of blood, and chaos.
That was the sacred seat; who would be willing to give it up? Who could remain rational?
Even if it were just a slim chance, even if everyone knew that there was no evidence for Chu Xuan¡¯s words, it would still provoke madness.
If it weren¡¯t for the certainty that the Twelve Ancestors of the Wu race had gained nothing during the sermon, even the Wu Ancestors might have been tempted.
¡°Usurpation, warfare, scheming, the dities will certainly descend into chaos and open the dark forest! The dities don¡¯t trust one another and will inevitably fight for the cushions. As long as the Dao Ancestor hasn¡¯t made it clear that the cushions are sacred seats, then it¡¯s merely a cushion! It doesn¡¯t offend the Dao Ancestor¡¯s bottom line! But just for that one cushion, it would lead to divine warfare and chaos in the world. This is an open scheme! Even if the Quasi-Saint era arrives, even if the Saint era descends, many Quasi-Saints and Saints will only hold mutual hatred, allowing our Wu race to navigate within! Don¡¯t forget, sister Hou Tu, besides the sacred seats established by the Dao Ancestor, there is another legend in this world! The ruler of heaven and earth is the Saint! When the sacred seats are firmly established, the dities will know that the Saint realm is allowed to exist by the Dao Ancestor, but they will find themselves without a way forward. At that time, our Wu race is exclusive, while the Yao race embraces all. Who do you think these great masters will choose? Only by creating discord first and by inciting conflict among the dities, can our Wu race have a better future! Because the Wu race is not greedy for sacred seats, we could be the most suitable partners for cooperation! I am doing this for the Wu race, sister Hou Tu!¡±
Chu Xuan smiled at the Hou Tu before him, as if waiting for her choice.
Hou Tu was shocked and horrified by the future Chu Xuan painted. With her wisdom, she naturally deduced that once this n was implemented, it would lead to blood and chaos. But she also began to perceive the despair of the great powers joining the Yao race.
In the past, the dities hadn¡¯t realized they could be Saints, or perhaps they didn¡¯t dare to explore under the pressure of the Dao Ancestor.
But if they really could be Saints, one could imagine the madness of those dities. The dities joining the Yao race seemed almost inevitable¡ªperhaps not all, but at least a portion.
The Wu race¡¯s advantage in high-levelbat power would be lost.
Now, the solution to this mattery right in front of her.
Hou Tu¡¯s choice¡
For the future of the Wu race, she naturally agreed!
However, after agreeing, Hou Tu felt something was off. Because this time, epting Chu Xuan¡¯s n was not as difficult as before; even though she knew whaty ahead would be a storm of blood and chaos!
¡°Perhaps it¡¯s because this only involves the three thousand guests of the Zixiao Pce aspiring to be Saints!¡±
Hou Tu subconsciously overlooked the reality of the Primordial Realm¡¯s strength and the chaos among the dities, which might be no less than the chaos of Heavenly Tribtions.nHou Tu was gradually bing influenced by Chu Xuan.
After her agreement, Hou Tu instinctively asked Chu Xuan what to do next.
¡°What should be done?¡±
¡°Aren¡¯t I already doing it?¡± Chu Xuan smiled.
Hou Tu suddenly realized and thought of Nuwa and Fuxi leaving earlier. She couldn¡¯t help but smile wryly.
It turned out there had never been a real choice; he had already made a move. Indeed, now he was also a Wu Ancestor and naturally possessed the right to decide for himself.
Their earlier discussions were merely a sign of respect towards her.
At that moment, Hou Tu suddenly realized, or rather began to genuinely see Chu Xuan as arade, rather than just a junior who needed care.
Chu Xuan noticed that Hou Tu seemed a bit dazed and thought he had hurt her feelings by acting unterally, so he offered her some suggestions.
¡°Of course, to prevent things from leaking too slowly, sister Hou Tu, you could also find some familiar individuals to subtly spread the word as a double insurance!¡±
Hearing Chu Xuan¡¯s words, Hou Tu understood he was considering her feelings, and warmth spread through her heart. With her shifting mindset, she couldn¡¯t help but point out the potential risks.
¡°This matter still carries a certain risk, doesn¡¯t it? What if the Dao Ancestor intervenes to stop us? How could he allow us to provoke chaos in the Primordial Realm by stirring up trouble over a mere cushion?¡±
However, Chu Xuan simply smiled and exined, ¡°Who said the cushion is a Saint¡¯s position? As long as the Dao Ancestor hasn¡¯t spoken, it¡¯s still just a cushion! Would the Dao Ancestor really suppress a dispute among the dities over a mat? That¡¯s impossible unless he deres it a saint¡¯s position. But doing so would only ce him at a disadvantage. This is a ray of hope for the Heavenly Dap!¡±
Hou Tu¡¯s heart shook, and she waspletely convinced.
Chapter 23 - The Plan for the Sainthood; the Primordial Realm Shakes; the Tribulation Rises!
Chapter 23: The n for the Sainthood; the Primordial Realm Shakes; the Tribtion Rises!
¡°Even if the other side really intervenes, it doesn¡¯t matter to me! After all, this is just a pastime for me! My real n is not here.¡±
Chu Xuan did not share thetter part of this statement with Hou Tu.
It was not about distrust; rather, it was a significant matter with far-reaching implications, absolutely not under the Heavenly Tribtion system. In certain respects, it might even surpass it. Until he was ready, he could not share it with others.
Hou Tu understood the brilliance of Chu Xuan¡¯s strategy and ultimately did not express any intention to obstruct him.
However, before proceeding, Hou Tu still spoke up.
¡°This matter needs to be discussed with my brothers and sisters in advance. Although we have already started, we should rify it!¡±
Hou Tu took the initiative to attribute the decision made by Chu Xuan solely to the two of them, which made Chu Xuan somewhat pleased.
The right thing was indeed to notify the other Ancestors of the Wu race.
Otherwise, it would be inappropriate for them to remain oblivious while the entire Primordial Realm was in an uproar.
Moreover, the Twelve Ancestors of the Wu race, as some of the few great beings in the world, had extensive friendships. If they could bring them in, they could quickly elevate this n to the next level.
Though it was merely a pastime, Chu Xuan still attached considerable importance to this n.
¡°If it can be aplished, it can alleviate some pressure for the future!¡±
Chu Xuan was calcting.
He immediately tore through space with Hou Tu and reappeared in the Pangu Pce.
Not long after Chu Xuan and Hou Tu left the Pangu Pce, they returned suddenly, which caused the other Ancestors of the Wu race to be somewhat surprised.
At this time, Zhu Rong and the other Ancestors of the Wu race had yet to sessfully break through. After all, it was the Quasi-Saint realm; how could it be that simple?
Di Jiang immediately asked curiously, ¡°Howe you¡¯re back so soon? Is there something else?¡±
Facing the curious gazes of the Ancestors of the Wu race, Chu Xuan exchanged a nce with Hou Tu and did not hide anything. He directly recounted what had happened earlier.
Listening to the various spections and calctions from Chu Xuan, even the Twelve Wu Ancestors were moved.
This was the Quasi-Saint era and the Saint era!
Even the Wu Ancestors found it difficult to remain calm.
They originally thought the greatest threat, the Yao race, had been resolved, but now it seemed that that was just beginning.
They had indeed anticipated the Quasi-Saint era, which was why they were eager to break through. However, they never expected that behind it all, there was likely the existence of a Saint era.
A Saint era, where six great Saints would emerge?!!!
Even Di Jiang, the strongest among the Twelve Wu Ancestors, couldn¡¯t help but change color at this moment, repeatedly asking, ¡°Is little brother serious? Are those six cushions really for the future Saints?!¡±
Although the Ancestors of the Wu race already knew that Chu Xuan was not one to speak carelessly, when it came to matters concerning Saints, even they found it difficult to remain calm, and were unable to stop verifying it multiple times.
On this point, Chu Xuan spoke quite naturally.
¡°Whether it is true or not, from thews of preaching, the third preaching will very likely concern the Saint Dao! Moreover, if the Saint Dao is revealed, how could that person not seize it for himself? Besides the cushions, I can¡¯t think of any other possibilities! Furthermore, as I said, for our Wu race, it is better to believe it exists than to doubt it!¡±
Hearing Chu Xuan emphasize this again, Di Jiang immediately gave up on that unrealistic fantasy.
Chu Xuan was right; the Wu race was strong, and no matter what, they could not escape such changes.
Thinking of this, Di Jiang gritted his teeth.
¡°Alright, since that¡¯s the case, let¡¯s proceed ording to your earlier n! Even if it offends that Dao Ancestor Hongjun, we must prepare for the future! Brothers and sisters, contact your friends and secretly spread the news! This is our Wu race¡¯s strategy; we must not show any mercy!¡±
Di Jiang gravely instructed the Wu Ancestors to carry out the n and forbade any mercy.
Without needing Chu Xuan to say anything, Di Jiang already knew what to do next.
The Ancestors of the Wu race clearly understood Di Jiang¡¯s words; no mercy meant that if this n seeded, those they contacted would mostly be affected, even drawn into it. And thepetition for the Saint¡¯s position could not be underestimated, as it presented immense danger.
However, for the sake of the Wu race, the Ancestors of the Wu race gritted their teeth and nodded.
The prophecies of the Saint era had an overwhelming impact andpelled them to consider the Wu race¡¯s interests.
Fortunately, the Wu race was arrogant and did not have many excessively close friends; otherwise, making this decision would have been much more difficult.
Thinking of this, the Ancestors of the Wu race looked at Chu Xuan with a mix of relief andplexity.
Their little brother had repeatedly proposed such vicious strategies.
The previous Heavenly Tribtion system was manageable; it only suppressed those below the Da Luo Golden Immortal level.
Though it had a wide reach, there was still some leeway; it was not too chaotic.
But now, this move would directly involve all beings above the Da Luo Golden Immortal level.
The entire Primordial Realm was destined to be disturbed by Chu Xuan¡¯s vicious strategy.
It is unknown whether having such a cunning person born among the Wu race was a blessing or a curse!
Zhu Rong felt embarrassed of having told Chu Xuan that being big in stature meant strength.
This vicious n had already shown him the power of wisdom.
¡°If this n unfolds, perhaps a great being will fall, and it may not be just one!¡±
The Ancestors of the Wu race were greatly shaken.
They all anticipated various oues.
¡¡¡¡
Soon, as the Ancestors of the Wu race actively began to contact some friends and secretly spread some information, a breeze started to circte throughout the Primordial Realm.
Sainthood! Just these this word were enough to make all beings above the Da Luo Golden Immortal level tremble.
Most importantly, the spections in that message felt particrly real and reasonable.
They coincided with their own past thoughts.
The highest level of deception is to tell people what they want to hear, and the key is that Chu Xuan was truly not deceiving them.
News rted to this spread wildly; almost before long, all great beings received first-hand information.
The atmosphere becameplex behind the scenes.
Some masters fell into silence, some showedplex expressions, while many others were angry.
Almost immediately, a Kunpeng in the Northern Sea of the Primordial Realm roared in fury. Its terrifying magical power nearly shattered the Northern Sea¡¯s sky and turned it into dust.
¡°Hongyun!¡±
It was no wonder the Kunpeng was so furious. Once, it had also possessed a cushion, but ultimately, due to the persuasion of that Hongyun fellow, he was forced it to give it to Zhun Ti and Jie Yin.
If he hadn¡¯t known the importance of the cushions, it might have been alright; now that he did, he didn¡¯t even have time to hate Zhun Ti and Jie Yin and directed all his hatred toward Hongyun instead.
Only those who truly possessed something and then lost it could feel the deepest pain!
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Meanwhile, in Wuzhuang Temple, Hongyun was also taken aback and gave a bitter smile.
¡°I didn¡¯t expect that cushion to actually be a Saint Position. It seems I ultimately do not have the opportunity to be a Saint!¡±
Compared to Kunpeng¡¯s concern, Hongyun, the good-natured person, maintained a much better mindset and was not overly radical.
However, although he did not care too much, Zhen Yuanzi beside him suddenly saw the crux of the matter and grew serious.
¡°It¡¯s fine if you do not care about that cushion, but do not fall into this scheme! But I fear that there will always be those who care about this. Do not forget that you not only let go of your own cushion back then but also that of Kunpeng. If Kunpeng takes issue with this, you will definitely be killed!¡±
¡°Killed!!¡± Hongyun felt a bit of a headache, his heart pounding. ¡°Is it really that serious? It¡¯s still just a spection. The Dao Ancestor has never made it clear!¡±
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Ps:
1.Hongyun is just that kind of person; he had a simr downfall when he obtained the Hongmeng Purple Qi.
2.Hongmengis the original, undifferentiated, chaotic state from which everything arises¡ªa more abstract, absolute void.
Chapter 24 - The Wu Race Manipulates the Saint Positions!
Chapter 24: The Wu Race Maniptes the Saint Positions!
Zhen Yuanzi looked at Hongyun, who still held a slight glimmer of hope, and couldn¡¯t help but shake his head with a sigh.
¡°You must understand that this is the position of a Saint. Even the slightest chance carries enormous consequences. What¡¯s more, you and I both know that the spections within that message are highly likely. Many Daoists have harbored suspicions over the years; they simply never dared to confirm them! The Saint position¡ªwhile we may barely suppress our excitement, what about others? That Kunpeng certainly won¡¯t be so easy to deal with! He once sat among the Saints but was persuaded to step down by you. This has created a grudge for obstructing his Dao! My friend, for now, you should temporarily stay here with me, or you may really face an assassination attempt!¡±
Listening to his friend¡¯s words, Hongyun grew increasingly uneasy. Although he was used to being the good guy, he was not one to ignore advice. He couldn¡¯t help but say, ¡°How long do I need to hide? I can¡¯t stay here forever! No, although I lost the Saint position, I helped two others gain theirs. This is a great favor. If I can secure the protection of two future Saints, Kunpeng wouldn¡¯t dare to make a move against me!¡± Hongyun¡¯s eyes lit up with an idea.
However, just as he voiced it, Zhen Yuanzi immediately dismissed it and reprimanded him.
¡°Foolish! Now that the deities know the significance of the cushion, its owner has instantly be a target for everyone. Since the Dao Ancestor has yet to assign the Saint positions, it is still just a cushion. But even the cushion can be fought for and schemed over. If you go now, you will truly be swept into the vortex! Mark my words; this world is about to see a great upheaval! The presence that spread this information in secret certainly has no good intentions. For them to sweep through the Primordial Realm in such a short time isn¡¯t something an ordinary being could achieve!¡±
Hearing this, Hongyun found it hard to believe. ¡°But those positions were set by the Dao Ancestor, and they are for future Saints. How could anyone dare?¡±
¡°Why wouldn¡¯t they dare?¡± Zhen Yuanzi shook his head.
His friend, always trying to see the best in others, had a na?ve perspective on these powerful figures. If not for Zhen Yuanzi¡¯s own calm nature and his need to cultivate the ginseng fruit tree and protect his friend, even he might have been tempted to seize a cushion. How much more so for others?
The Primordial Realm was on the brink of chaos! A flicker of concern shed in Zhen Yuanzi¡¯s eyes.
The matters that Zhen Yuanzi could perceive were also clear to the other deities. The most important were the six owners of the cushions, who had immediately grown cautious.
In Mount Kunlun, the Three Pure Ones were all shaken. The rarely vocal Taiqing Laozi, who had long been in seclusion, even opened his eyes and sighed. ¡°Troubled times!¡±
Shangqing Tongtian Daoist nonchntly shook his head. ¡°Just a few minor threats; why worry? The three of us brothers together are an unstoppable force. No one can take a cushion from us!¡±
But as soon as he finished speaking, Yuqing Yuanshi spoke with a mocking tone. ¡°Eldest Brother and I are fine! But Third Brother, you have opened your sect and epted many disciples. Those disciples may be your vulnerability! In my view, it would be best to expel them all from the sect to safely get through this tribtion!¡±
Hearing this, Shangqing Tongtian Daoist frowned in dissatisfaction. ¡°Second Brother, you¡¯ve epted many disciples as well, so why only criticize mine?¡±
Yuqing Yuanshi¡¯s brow furrowed, and he immediately rebuked, ¡°How dare you! My disciples are all orchids and jade trees, truly dedicated to the Dao! But yours¡ªwhat are they? Hatched from eggs, tainted by karma, bound to implicate the Xuan Sect sooner orter!¡±
Yuanshi¡¯s words were blunt but not without reason. He was highly selective and admitted few disciples, even if there were minor issues, he could handle them. However, Tongtian Daoists epted all kinds of disciples, not to the extent of the opening of the Jie Sect in the future, but still enough that disciples were already epting their own disciples and totaled over a hundred in just a short time.
Given the impending tribtion, it was indeed possible that they might drag the Three Pure Ones into danger.
While Tongtian Daoists understood this point somewhat, he was unwilling topromise his philosophy of weing all who sought the Dao. Instantly, he red up and said, ¡°Hmph, I will protect my disciples myself, so you needn¡¯t worry! You should just look after your own disciples!¡±
Yuanshi¡¯s face froze in anger. ¡°Disrespecting your elder brother¡ªis there no ce in your eyes for me? I am doing this for your good! How dare you act this way!¡±
Yuanshi felt as though his sincere intentions had been trampled, and more than anything, his younger brother¡¯s defiance stung.
Fortunately, Taiqing Laozi intervened as the peacemaker and calmed them down.
¡°No matter what, let us watch and wait. There are over two thousand years before the next lecture. Once we pass this period, the Dao Ancestor will naturally make a decision.¡±
Taiqing Laozi, rational and perceptive, could tell that Hongjun¡¯s situation was precarious. But by the time of the lecture, once the Dao Ancestor was met face-to-face, there would be an opportunity to address these matters.
¡°Two thousand years¡ªtypically more than enough time for a single nap among the deities, yet from now on, every step will carry murderous intentions.¡±
Returning to his abode, Fuxi looked at his sister, Nuwa, and spoke to her with a bitter smile.
By now, Fuxi had adjusted to viewing his sister with calm. Whatever else was true, having a sister destined for sainthood was no small blessing, if only to keep the fortune within the family.
But it also meant that the future held grave danger.
¡°So that¡¯s why that fellow was so direct. It must have been rted to this. It seems that the one spreading the news is surely the Wu race. They¡¯re strategizing for their future! That fellow is no simple character! At the very least, Hou Tu¡¯s association with him must be due to more than just him being a junior. Otherwise, he wouldn¡¯t have divulged this information to us. I wonder if this was his doing.¡±[PS:This is a Chinese Idiom that is used to describe a person who is outstanding and possesses noble qualities, often referring to someone with both talent and virtuous character, simr to how orchids and jade trees are seen as elegant and valuable in nature. The idiom is often used in literary contexts to praise individuals, especially in the context of education and moral integrity.]
The more Fuxi thought about it, the clearer things became,menting that his desire for the Saint position had clouded his judgment and prevented him from probing further.
Nuwa blinked, curiosity evident in her voice. ¡°A mere Taiyi Golden Immortal¡ªcould he truly orchestrate such a scheme? Even a Da Luo Golden Immortal would hardly dare! This n will undoubtedly offend future Saints and spark a bloody conflict. It could lead to the fall of multiple dities with great powers!¡±
Fuxi shook his head. ¡°That¡¯s why I doubt he¡¯s behind it¡ªsuch methods are too vicious! But, offending future Saints might not be the issue. From the Wu race¡¯s standpoint, this is advantageous. The Wu racecks a primordial spirit and isn¡¯t a disciple of the Dao Ancestor, so they pose nopetition. They¡¯ve be the best aid in this scheme. If the Wu race¡¯s protection is gained, even future Saints would have to honor this debt! After all, these are the Twelve Wu Ancestors! Twelve figures of tremendous power, one of whom is even a Quasi-Saint. They could dominate!¡±
The more he spoke, the more Fuxi marveled at the brilliance of the scheme.
Even Nuwa couldn¡¯t help but be moved.
¡°Does this mean that the Wu race can decide who bes a Saint, effectively controlling the Saint positions?¡±
Chapter 25 - Nuwa: Go Seek Refuge with the Wu Race! The Ming River Strikes First!
Chapter 25: Nuwa: Go Seek Refuge with the Wu Race! The Ming River Strikes First!
Fuxi shook his head.
¡°It¡¯s not that simple! There are many masters in the world. Even the Wu race cannot monopolize the ability to confront everyone. At most, preserving two lives is the limit, and we must also consider the Dao Ancestor¡¯s perspective. It¡¯s best to assist the originally designated portion of Saints! That way, the Dao Ancestor might turn a blind eye!¡±
Upon hearing this, Nuwa sighed. ¡°Even so, that would still be quite remarkable. Future Saints who have not yet achieved sanctity are merely duckweed in the tribtion! Since that¡¯s the case, brother, don¡¯t seek refuge with the Yao race. Come with me to the Wu race! The Yao race can¡¯t protect me! Moreover, if you join the Wu race, perhaps you could secure a position for yourself as a Saint. After all, Zhun Ti and Jie Yin are also brothers! The Three Pure Ones are three brothers as well. By then, having brother-sister Saints would be a beautiful tale!¡±
Listening to Nuwa¡¯s words, Fuxi¡¯s brows twitched violently.
He knew his sister strongly opposed his intention to seek refuge with the Yao race, yet he never imagined she would so quickly want him to join the Wu race instead.
Perhaps there truly were issues of circumstance involved, especially since she herself was a future Saint, which was quite dangerous.
Fuxi felt somewhat helpless.
However, the idea of brother-sister Saints sounded so enticing!
Even though he knew it was impossible, his heart raced wildly.
If it weren¡¯t for a hint of rationality, he would have instinctively wanted to abandon the Yao race, turning instead to the Wu race!
To be honest, the Wu race was powerful, with twelve great masters that were truly terrifying. If given a choice, who wouldn¡¯t want to stand on the side of the strong?
However, the issues with the Wu race were too significant. Even if he sought refuge with them, it would be difficult to gain enough power and respect. That was the Wu race¡¯s Achilles¡¯ heel.
Fuxi sighed and reluctantly rejected Nuwa¡¯s proposal, but he didn¡¯t refuse her contact with the Wu race.
After all, what if?
Besides, it seemed that encouraging the Saints candidate to actively befriend the Wu race was one of the Wu race¡¯s intentions. The difficulty wouldn¡¯t be too great.
However, if that¡¯s the case, it would be difficult to disclose that this n originated from the Wu race! I can¡¯t believe I¡¯ve been plotted against to this extent!
Fuxi suddenly realized, his heart shaken.
He didn¡¯t know if he had truly been schemed against or if it was a coincidence. If it was true, then the Wu race was indeed frightening.
Their wisdom and strategy had suddenly advanced to this level.
Inparison, the Yao race truly seemed like a sinking ship.
The Three Pure Ones were forceful but still stable for now. Fuxi and Nuwa had already entertained the idea of befriending the Wu race.
Thus, the most in-dangerous beings in the world turned out to be Zhun Ti and Jie Yin, who were far away on the westernnd.
Due to their remote location, and since the orthodox great powers of the Primordial Realm did not look favorably upon them, they were in a precarious situation.
At this moment, Zhun Ti and Jie Yin hadn¡¯t even received the news yet.
Some perceptive masters and Da Luo Golden Immortals had already begun to take action.
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The Primordial Realm was in turmoil, with hidden dangers lurking at every turn because many great powers and Da Luo Golden Immortals were in motion.
Various methods to disrupt the heavenly mechanisms were in y, whether they wished to avoid involvement, had their own ns, or were hiding themselves.
This caused the entire Primordial Realm¡¯s heavenly mechanisms to be thrown into disarray, turning into a tangled mess.
Such a scene undoubtedly caught the attention of Hongjun, who was in the midst of merging Dao.
Hongjun sensed the unrest in the Primordial Realms and subconsciously calcted using his fingers, matching the Saints¡¯ great power with the Heavenly Dao.
Whether the source was blocked by some powerful masters or even the Ancestors of the Wu, it was difficult to sort out who was causing the chaos in a short time.
But Hongjun ultimately understood everything that was happening.
Then, in that instant, a thought arose in his mind.
¡°Who exactly has uncovered my n?¡±
The cushion for the Saints was something he had long since nned.
In fact, he had carefully selected every candidate.
The Three Pure Ones were transformed from Pangu¡¯s primordial spirit and naturally deserved a spot in the world created by Pangu.
Nuwa was involved in his future n to control the heavenlynd and thus deserved a spot as well.
As for Zhun Ti and Jie Yin, it was purely due to the karmic ties from his own path to sanctity in the westernnd.
All the spots had already been predetermined.
If not for this, during the first preaching, there would only be six cushions. Even if they did not know the Saint¡¯s positions, anyone could guess the significance. How could Kunpeng easily give it up? Naturally, he was influencing it from the shadows.
As for why he didn¡¯t rify after the determination, it was simply because the timing wasn¡¯t right.
If he didn¡¯t merge Dao, how could he grant others the Saint positions?
He himself was merely an ordinary Saint when not merged with Dao.
Even if his choices aligned with the heavenly mandate, as long as it was not fixed, there remained a thread of change, making it impossible to settle easily.
He originally nned to wait until the end of the three sermons and his merging with the Dao was sessful before he would dere it and grant the Hongmeng Purple Qi.
But now, with someone uncovering the heavenly secret and even pushing things behind the scenes, the heavenly mechanisms had already changed.
The six Saint positions were no longer secure; this was the thread of change that had slipped away!
This change almost pierced Hongjun¡¯s mind.
He needed to know that, aside from the Three Pure Ones definitely achieving sanctity, Nuwa, Zhun Ti, and Jie Yin were all rted to him.
If this matter were to be ruined, not only would he lose control in the future, but the consequences in the West would be enough to disrupt his Dao.
Hongjun almost wanted to get up immediately to stop this, but could he rise?
What was being vied for was the cushion, not the Saint position!
The Dao Ancestor of the merging Dao could not directly intervene; that would break the rules of the Heavenly Dao.
He could only wait until the deities arrived at the Zixiao Pce or caused great destruction; then he would have a reason to act.
¡°Who exactly is it?¡±
Hongjun frowned once more.
He felt that ever since the affair with the Yao race, everything had been going poorly, repeatedly disrupting his ns.
Hongjun thought for a moment and ultimately felt that he could not let things go on like this. However, before he could think of how to break the deadlock the Primordial Realm below had suddenly changed. Hongjun¡¯s expression slightly tightened as he watched the significant events urring below.
¡¡..
On the westernnd, on Mount Xumi.
Zhun Ti and Jie Yin were still building their own territory as usual and gathering many spiritual items and talents to adorn their Dao.
Various innate spiritual qi, nts, bamboo, stones, spiritual springs, and spiritual beasts were distributed and bustling about. Although they were all decent, at the very least, they were all innate items.
However, this was only in the context of the westernnd, which had been severed from infinite spiritual veins. If ced in the easternnd, even a casual Da Luo Golden Immortal¡¯s cave would be more affluent than theirs.
Zhun Ti sighed.
¡°The westernnd is barren. When can we be as prosperous as the easternnd?¡±
¡°I thought that by relying on karma to sit on the cushion, I could establish some connection with the Dao Ancestor and change things, but it seems we are no different from others!¡±
¡°Older Brother, do you think we really have a future if we continue like this?¡±
Beside him, Jie Yin, who always wore a bitter expression, calmly squeezed his prayer beads and said,
¡°Younger brother, do not worry! The spiritual opportunities in the West will surely lead to enlightenment, and this karma will certainly be repaid! In the future, we will definitely cross to the East and obtain great benefits! Moreover, that cushion must be very special; Zixiao Pce has only six positions among the three thousand guests, which shows how special it is!¡±
Zhun Ti shook his head upon hearing this, gritting his teeth and saying, ¡°It¡¯s not that I don¡¯t believe in Elder Brother, but the days are ultimately quite difficult! If things don¡¯t improve, we might as well take this opportunity when the Dao Ancestor preaches again to y the pity card!¡±
Jie Yin paused at this and didn¡¯t respond.
Seeing this, Zhun Ti was overjoyed, as he knew that this was his brother¡¯s approval.
However, just as he was about to say something, a beam of blood-red light suddenly burst forth from the heavens above, with surging waves of a vast blood sea billowing behind it. The very fabric of space shattered, revealing an endless blood sea stretching behind.The moment the foul aura descended, Mount Xumi, which had retained traces of celestial grandeur, instantly became ruined and deste. Countless spiritual energies were tainted, spirit trees withered, and spirit springs turned foul.
Zhun Ti and Jie Yin widened their eyes in shock, erupting in fury.
¡°Who dares to act so brazenly?¡±
As soon as their words fell, they saw a powerful figure, radiating an aura that spanned heaven and earth, striding over from within the sea of blood.
The figureughed heartily, saying, ¡°Since none of you are willing to make the first move, I shall go first!¡±
Chapter 26 - The Nine-Petaled Karma Fire Red Lotus! Breaking the Saint Position!
Chapter 26: The Nine-Petaled Karma Fire Red Lotus! Breaking the Saint Position!
¡°Fellow Daoists, I, Ancestor Minghe, havee today to pay my respects. Please grant me this courtesy! Any damage here will be ounted to me, Ancestor Minghe! I will help restore everything, to an even better condition than before. I only have one request: may one of you grant me the cushion for the next sermon? If this is aplished, I will definitely reward you generously!¡±
As Minghe descended, the sea of blood churned behind him and nearly melted billions of spaces. Even though it was all tainted, the disy was astonishingly grand.
Seeing this, Zhun Ti and Jie Yin were moved.
Upon hearing that Minghe would cover the losses, their previous anger vanished.
They cared little for face, as long as they gained something tangible.
But what did he just say?
He came here just for the cushion at the next sermon?
The two were stunned, momentarily unable toprehend.
They couldn¡¯t understand.
While they had vaguely guessed the cushion wasn¡¯t simple, they, who had been sitting on it all this time, still didn¡¯t know its true value. So why was he so eager to ask for it?
Zhun Ti and Jie Yin exchanged a nce and sensed there was more to this than it seemed.
These two shrewd thinkers were immediately inclined to refuse.
Most importantly, Minghe¡¯s offer was vague; he only said he¡¯d give a generous reward but didn¡¯t rify what. If it was a trick, they would be at a loss.
They had never engaged in such a transaction without solid assurances.
However, before they could refuse, Mingheughed aloud.
¡°I understand that mere words won¡¯t convince you, fellow Daoists!¡±
¡°So please take a look at the reward I¡¯ve prepared in advance! We can even swear an oath!¡±
Saying this, Minghe immediately took out a genuine treasure.
A lotus tformposed of fiery red lotus leaves suddenly appeared, its nine leaves burning with rolling fire.
The Innate energy surged tremendously.
It was none other than the legendary Karma Fire Red Lotus!
Zhun Ti and Jie Yin instantly widened their eyes as they had never seen such a treasure.
Their greed and desire were almost written all over their faces.
A high-grade innate spiritual treasure, the Nine-Petaled Karma Fire Red Lotus.
Though it wasn¡¯t the ultimate Twelve-Petaled Karma Fire Red Lotus of legend, it was still a high-grade innate spiritual treasure!
For the poverty-stricken Zhun Ti and Jie Yin, this was indeed a heavy gift.
Even better, it was a Karma Fire Red Lotus, which would be particrly beneficial for them.
The techniques they were studying aligned perfectly with the path of karma fire.
If they could obtain it, it would be no less valuable to them than an ultimate-grade innate spiritual treasure.
Ulticushione-grade innate spiritual treasures were scarce in the entire primordial realm!
Almost instantly, Zhun Ti wanted to agree on impulse.
After all, he wasn¡¯t clear about the benefits of the cushion, but securing such a Karma Fire Red Lotus would be a tangible gain.
Even Jie Yin was tempted. If not for considering the influence of Dao Ancestor Hongjun¡ªsince the cushion technically belonged to him¡ªhe might have spoken up too.
For this reason, Jie Yin hesitated longer than Zhun Ti.
Zhun Ti spoke eagerly, ¡°Fellow Daoist, let¡¯s discuss this in detail!¡±
Although he was very interested, Zhun Ti still wanted to probe about the cushion¡¯s significance, as Minghe was willing to trade a high-grade innate spiritual treasure for it¡ªit had to be extraordinary.
But as he spoke, the distant sky suddenly shattered before Minghe could respond.
A massive wing ripped through mountains and space, even pushing back the ominous sea of blood.
A colossal head emerged from the void, followed by a mockingugh.
¡°Minghe, you certainly scheme well, thinking you could exchange a mere high-grade innate spiritual treasure for the cushion. Do you really think these two don¡¯t know the truth? Why not bring out your Twelve-Petaled Karma Fire Red Lotus? But that¡¯s your business! All I want is the cushion that was originally mine! Hand it over! I was the first to sit on that cushion. If not for Hongyun¡¯s interference, would things be as they are today? Now it¡¯s time for you to repay the debt!¡±
Kunpeng¡¯s killing intent surged to its peak, his sharp gaze fixed on Zhun Ti and Jie Yin, particrly Zhun Ti.
It was Zhun Ti who had cried out first back then and cost him the cushion that could grant him a Saint position. If those cushions were no longer in their possession, he would have already acted. But even so, he was determined to force them to surrender his im. All he needed was a covenant with the Heavenly Dao! Then even the Dao Ancestor would have to acknowledge it!
However, as Kunpeng was contemting this, his appearance seemed to have disrupted some bnce.
In an instant, the surrounding space began to destabilize, and another mighty being approached. A crowned figure exuding an aura of supreme authorityughed softly and interrupted Kunpeng¡¯s words.
¡°Kunpeng, while you mock Minghe, he at least brought an innate spiritual treasure to trade, whereas you came empty-handed, hoping to gain a cushion for free! That¡¯s too much!¡±
Kunpeng was instantly enraged.
¡°Dong Wanggong, don¡¯t meddle in other people¡¯s business! That cushion is mine by right! Do you think I don¡¯t know what you¡¯re all after? We¡¯re all here for the same reason! Stay away from my share!¡±
As more and more great masters arrived, each seeking the cushion, Zhun Ti and Jie Yin finally realized the truth.
That cushion was definitely not simple. It was far more valuable than a high-grade innate spiritual treasure. The most pressing issue was that it had caught the attention of many powerful beings! This left both of them pale-faced as they might not be able to keep their cushion. Though the cushion wasn¡¯t physically with them, what if they were killed?!
They wouldn¡¯t be intimidated if they were facing one or two great masters since they were powerful beings themselves, only slightly disadvantaged in spiritual treasures.
But now it was clear that word had spread about the cushion¡¯s value. With three great masters already present, who knew how many morey in the shadows?
Jie Yin braced himself and stepped forward.
¡°Fellow Daoists, could you exin the significance of this cushion? If we can discuss it, my brother and I might be willing to give it up.¡±
Yes, Jie Yin was already considering retreat; the situation was clearly tooplex.
However, he didn¡¯t realize that his words immediately brought Minghe and Kunpeng to silence.
Exin it? If he knew the truth, would he still willingly give it up?
That cushion was connected to a Saint position!
Who would believe they¡¯d hand it over so easily?
As Minghe and Kunpeng remained silent, Dong Wanggongughed and said, ¡°I was just about to refute Kunpeng. I am not here for the cushion but to protect the two of you! I seek to build goodwill with the future Saints!¡±
Boom!
In an instant, as his final words fell, Minghe and Kunpeng, already sensing trouble, erupted in fury.
¡°How audacious!¡±
¡°How dare you!¡±
They attacked simultaneously, not against Dong Wanggong, but against Zhun Ti and Jie Yin.
Since the truth was now out, any chance for a peaceful exchange vanished. Taking the cushion by force was the only option.
It was, after all, a Saint position!
None feared offending Zhun Ti and Jie Yin; their foundations were the weakest among the four, and no one thought they could keep the cushions.
Kunpeng red his wings, the sea of blood surged, and the Yuan Tu and Ah Bi swords flew forward.
As the two top cultivators attacked, the entire Primordial Realm trembled. Several masters focused their gaze on this moment.
With Dong Wanggong¡¯s words revealing the truth, Zhun Ti and Jie Yin finally understood why so many sought the cushions. The future Saint¡¯s goodwill was not something easily concealed.
It was a Saint position!
The cushion was actually rted to bing a Saint!
Chapter 27 - Chaos in the Primordial Realm, Chu Xuan: I Still Have a Plan!
Chapter 27: Chaos in the Primordial Realm, Chu Xuan: I Still Have a n!
The cushion was actually rted to the Saint position!
Although they had guessed that the cushion was important, they never imagined it was this important!
They were even stunned for a moment which caused them to fall into a disadvantage and be struck unexpectedly.
Mount Xumi was instantly shattered and the foundation they had built was wiped out in an instant.
Zhun Ti and Jie Yin were sent flying, but they quickly regained theirposure and immediately counterattacked.
Zhun Ti and Jie Yin each held their former true forms, the supreme Innate spiritual roots, the Innate Bodhi Tree, and the Innate Bitter Bamboo, to engage in battle.
They wouldn¡¯t let it go!
That was the Saint position!
Boom!
The two supreme Innate spiritual roots fell, shing with Kunpeng¡¯s wings and the Yuan Tu and Ah Bi swords.
The battle shook the heavens and earth, tore apart mountains and rivers, and drained the void. The elements of earth, wind, water, and fire began to repeat.
At the right moment, Dong Wanggong also took action.
Heughed and said, ¡°My two fellow Daoists, I¡¯m here to assist!¡±
As soon as he finished speaking, five powerful beings started to fight in chaos.
Thanks to Dong Wanggong¡¯s help, even though Zhun Ti and Jie Yin had been caught off guard once, they gradually regained their ground.
Zhun Ti and Jie Yin looked at Dong Wanggong with gratitude.
¡°If we truly seed in the Dao in the future, we will remember this favor¡¡±
However, before they could think any further, Minghe and Kunpeng saw Dong Wanggong trying to curry favor and were immediately enraged.
They directly exposed the truth.
¡°You two idiots still believe him? Do you really think he¡¯s here to help you?¡±
¡°He wants everything. Right now, he sees you¡¯re not yet in a desperate situation and wants to form an alliance. If you fall into a disadvantage, he¡¯ll turn on you and seize the opportunity! He may even take advantage and do a sneak attack!¡±
¡°Who in this world doesn¡¯t want to be a Saint?¡±
With these words, the faces of Zhun Ti and Jie Yin changed drastically, and Dong Wanggong¡¯s expression darkened.
Thest statement was true¡ªwho didn¡¯t want to be a Saint?
Even though they knew it was just the words of Minghe and Kunpeng meant to sow discord, Zhun Ti and Jie Yin didn¡¯t dare to trust as they had before.
Their joint effort weakened.
Gradually, Minghe and Kunpeng gained the upper hand.
With the advantage, the two of them turned and, without hesitation, began attacking Dong Wanggong.
After all, this troublemaker was here, and they were worried about him taking advantage.
Dong Wanggong was forced to retreat repeatedly, only able to angrily defend himself.
¡°That¡¯s false! You¡¯ve been deceived! These are just words meant to sow discord! How could I do such an unjust thing!¡±
At the very least, even if he truly had that thought, he hadn¡¯t shown it yet.
Dong Wanggong angrily thought in his heart.
But it was toote; he had been injured several times and was gradually bing the weakest person in the battle.
This was bad!
However, before Dong Wanggong could think of a way to recover from the situation and help Zhun Ti and Jie Yin, he suddenly saw Zhun Ti and Jie Yin exchange a nce and immediately retreat.
They left Dong Wanggong to face Kunpeng and Minghe.
As they fled, they said, ¡°We will always remember Dong Wanggong¡¯s favor. Fellow Daoist, please hold on. We will take our leave first!¡±
The sudden escape of Zhun Ti and Jie Yin forced Dong Wanggong to face the two powerful beings alone. Shocked by their shameless behavior, he was struck twice and flew backwards.
Fortunately, Minghe and Kunpeng did not pursue him; instead, they turned toward Zhun Ti and Jie Yin.
¡°Chase them!¡±
But even so, due to Dong Wanggong¡¯s dy, Zhun Ti and Jie Yin had already escaped too far.
Kunpeng, unable to hold his anger, shouted, ¡°Are you all still hiding?¡±
¡°If they enter the chaos, who can stop them?¡±
While fleeing, Zhun Ti and Jie Yin were shocked, not because someone was secretly watching, but because their n had been exposed.
They had originally nned to escape into the chaos as soon as they left the battlefield and seek refuge in Zixiao Pce. After all, no one dared to act recklessly in front of the Dao Ancestor.
But now it seemed that their n had been guessed.
Yet, unwilling to give up, the two still tried. They didn¡¯t care that others would see where they entered the chaos and directly tore open the barrier, fleeing into it.
But just as they entered they saw numerous hidden hands of varying strengths reaching toward them. Terrifyingws shone and forced them out of the chaos.
¡°The chaos ispletely sealed off!¡±
Zhun Ti and Jie Yin were horrified.
The people who attacked them were hidden, less obvious than Minghe and Kunpeng, which indicated they had their concerns and didn¡¯t dare to fully act.
But the number of attackers wasrge. There were not only powerful beings but also some ordinary Da Luo Golden Immortals chasing them. This made it clear that they would soon be enemies with almost the entire Primordial Realm.
This terrified them.
¡°Why are they only attacking us? There are six Saints!¡±
However, while they were thinking this, Emperor Jun was leading Yao deties on the other side to visit Fuxi and Nuwa. But, they found nothing as they were already gone.
In Eastern Kunlun, several Da Luo Golden Immortals came to Mount Shangqing to visit friends.
The disciples of Yuqing Yuanshi and Shangqing Tongtian Daoist suddenly encountered various situations.
Some sensed the emergence of opportunities, while others sensed old friendsing.
Meanwhile, several powerful beings were secretly observing.
The world was thrown into chaos by a single n.
The Primordial Realm shook!
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At this moment, inside the Pangu Pce, many of the Wu Ancestors gazed down at the space-time in all directions, watching the sudden chaos erupting in the realm. Even with their vast experience, they were left somewhat stunned.
¡°I didn¡¯t feel it before, but now it¡¯s clear, poisonous¡ it¡¯s truly poisonous! This n may not be as far-reaching as the ultimate n. But the chaos it has caused looks even greater than the one triggered by the tribtion system!¡±
Zhu Rong was the first to speak with emotion.
Many of the Wu Ancestors nodded in agreement, clearly acknowledging his point.
Because of this, Di Jiang immediately reiterated and emphasized, ¡°The more this is so, the more we must hide the Wu race¡¯s involvement in all of this! Though we only stirred the situation, we cannot rule out the possibility of someone ming us! Moreover, this incident involves that person!¡±
Di Jiang¡¯s words made the Wu Ancestors¡¯ expressions tense. They all responded in unison, clearly understanding the implications.
It concerned the Saint position, and it was clearly part of that person¡¯s scheme. If this was exposed, even if that person didn¡¯t speak, the consequences would still fall upon them.
Although the oue had already been decided and that person was fighting against the Wu race, the more the situation progressed, the less the Wu race could afford to give anyone an excuse.
Zhu Rong and Gong Gong spoke up one after another.
¡°Elder Brother, don¡¯t worry!¡±
¡°We¡¯re about to break through to Quasi-Saint level!¡±
¡°We¡¯ll achieve sess within a hundred years!¡±
¡°By then, even if the Quasi-Saint eraes, our Wu race will fear nothing!¡±
¡°As for the Saint era, I¡¯ve already set the pieces, and we need not fear!¡±
As for the follow-up to this scheme, Chu Xuan had exined it clearly. Not only was he trying to provoke the deities, but he was also using the Wu race¡¯s transcendent position to win over great masters and potential future saints, thereby influencing the selection of the Saint position.
Although the Wu race had once been proud and unwilling to ept strong people from other races, now, with Chu Xuan¡¯s guidance and the approach of the Quasi-Saint era and the arrival of the Saint¡¯s era, the deities were joining the Demon race, and even the Wu Ancestors felt pressure.
Naturally, they wouldn¡¯t bepletely blind to the situation.
At the very least, forming alliances and leaving favors wasn¡¯t something the Wu Ancestors resisted too much.
Seeing that many of his brothers and sisters had a clear understanding of things, Di Jiang nodded in satisfaction.
In fact, as the leader of the Wu race, Di Jiang had often thought of recruiting many great masters, but he had to consider the overall willingness of the Wu race, so he couldn¡¯t speak up.
However, now, with Chu Xuan¡¯s actions, the other Wu Ancestors had slowly opened up to the idea.
¡°This time, we still can¡¯t ept strong members of other races, but at least we¡¯ve made the other Wu Ancestors realize that cooperation is possible.¡±
And that was enough!
The more he thought about it, the more excited Di Jiang became about the changes Chu Xuan had brought to the Wu race.
Sometimes, he even thought that he should give up his position as the leader of the Wu race to Chu Xuan.
But then he thought again. Since Chu Xuan had emerged, all three of his ns had been poisonous, with such a huge impact that it could stir up the Primordial Realm, which made him hesitate.
If he handed over the leadership, who knew what shocking moves this poisonous strategist would make?
Di Jiang hesitated for a while but ultimately suppressed the thought.
However, in his heart, he had already formed a certain idea.
At this point, Di Jiang spoke up,
¡°By the way, where has our little brother gone? We might have a great master visiting soon, and we can¡¯t afford to be without him here to n!¡±
He was well-versed in the Dao of Space and had personally gone out earlier to assist, which was why he hadn¡¯t seen Chu Xuan leave.
He had thought that Chu Xuan would only be gone for a short time, but now, seeing that he hadn¡¯t returned yet, he couldn¡¯t help but feel a little puzzled.
The other Wu Ancestors were more or less unaware of this either, but it was Wu Ancestor Xuan Ming who suddenly spoke up.
¡°He left with little sister, saying they were going to gather some wind! He said he had a n!¡±
The familiar words made many of the Wu Ancestors fall silent.
He has another n!
This n wasn¡¯t even over yet!
Chapter 28 - Does the Yao Race Also Want to Hold the Stake? Three races Get Involved!
Chapter 28: Does the Yao Race Also Want to Hold the Stake? Three races Get Involved!
He had another n!
This n hadn¡¯t even ended yet!
Even the usually more radical Gong Gong felt that Chu Xuan was being a bit too extreme.
From Chu Xuan¡¯s style, many of the Wu Ancestors understood that this would definitely be another poisonous scheme.
They had already more or less figured out how this new little brother of theirs operated.
But after a moment of silence, they couldn¡¯t help but wonder¡ªwas there something else the Wu race needed to solve?
Hadn¡¯t the issues from the Quasi-Saint and Saint eras already been resolved?
The Wu race had enough room to maneuver.
The Wu Ancestors couldn¡¯t understand.
Di Jiang coughed and broke the silence to ask Xuan Ming, ¡°Did he say what the n was?¡±
However, it was better that he didn¡¯t ask, for as soon as he did, a faint trace of anger appeared on Xuan Ming¡¯s cold face, and sheined, ¡°I asked, but he wouldn¡¯t tell me! He didn¡¯t even take me along! This little brother is really ignorant. What¡¯s the use of always taking my little sister? With her shy demeanor, how could she help him? He should havee to me, I¡¯d at least give him some sweet treats!¡±
Xuan Ming spoke boldly, showing no attempt to hide her carefree attitude. She felt even more resentment toward Chu Xuan.
The other Wu Ancestors ignored thetter part of Xuan Ming¡¯s speech and didn¡¯t take it seriously. Only Di Jiang¡¯s gaze brightened, but he suppressed his thoughts and gentlyforted her.
¡°Little brother is incredibly wise, so naturally, he has his own considerations! Although we may not understand, we shouldn¡¯tplicate things! Moreover, our little brother is from our little sister¡¯s tribe, so it¡¯s normal that he has a closer rtionship with her! If you are interested, you can visit his tribe more often! Little brother will certainly give you some respect!¡±
Di Jiang¡¯s words caused Xuan Ming¡¯s eyes to brighten, and she nodded.
It wasn¡¯t surprising¡ªshe had always had the best rtionship with her little sister in the past, but now with Chu Xuan around, she was left behind.
And after being left out of a few previous ns, she had some lingering resentment.
What the eldest brother said was correct; she should find time to get closer to him.
After all, being taken advantage of wouldn¡¯t hurt.
Xuan Ming was carefree, as usual, and because of her status as a Wu Ancestor, she didn¡¯t like outsiders and valued brotherly bonds. She held great reverence for the younger Wu race members. Otherwise, she wouldn¡¯t care much about having children.
In contrast, Hou Tu was somewhat unlike the Wu race.
Seeing that Xuan Ming had taken his advice, Di Jiang was even more confident. Just as he was about to press forward, suddenly, a message interrupted his actions.
¡°Fuxi and Nuwa havee to visit friends, and they request that all the Wu Ancestorse for a meeting!¡±
Seeing the message, the Wu Ancestors¡¯ gazes all brightened, and Di Jiang smiled,
¡°It seems that thetter part of little brother¡¯s n is finally here! We will not actively involve ourselves in the dispute over the Saint position, but we can¡¯t stop future Saints froming to our Wu race! Even if the Dao Ancestores, there¡¯s nothing to say!¡±
Immediately, Di Jiang, apanied by a few Wu Ancestors who did not need breakthroughs, went out personally to wee them.
As Fuxi and Nuwa saw Di Jianging out in person, they became even more certain of their thoughts.
The Wu race would indeed benefit in intervening in the Saint position.
Otherwise, if it was just a friendly visit, there would be no need to bring so many Wu Ancestors.
However, Hou Tu and that mysterious little shaman, Chu Xuan, were conspicuously absent.
Fuxi¡¯s eyes shed with doubt, while Nuwa seemed somewhat curious.
But given that both of them were in a dangerous situation, they decided to enter the heart of the Wu race together.
As Fuxi and Nuwa sessfully entered the Wu race, Emperor Jun, who had arrivedte, watched the scene from the void and became angry.
¡°One step toote! How did ite to this!¡±
Though he was also interested in Nuwa¡¯s cushion, he felt it wasn¡¯t necessary to take it this far.
If an agreement couldn¡¯t be concluded, the Yao race could protect Nuwa as well.
He had always been close to Fuxi and thought he could gain an advantage.
Emperor Jun sighed inwardly, thinking of the impossible things he had said, and turned to his attendants.
¡°The Wu race is hard to move now! Focus on Kunlun and those two in the west! We don¡¯t necessarily need to fight for the cushion; it can still be about making good rtions!¡±
The entrance of Fuxi and Nuwa into the Wu race territory suddenly gave Emperor Jun an idea for another path.
That is, to make good rtions with the future Saints and control the Saint position!
Unlike other powerful beings, he wasn¡¯t alone; as the Heavenly Emperor of the Yao race, although the Saint position was important, his own power and development were equally critical.
Other than Chu Xuan, there were still some smart people; they justcked ideas.
The Yao race might be weak now, but surely they could secure one or two future Saints.
Looking at the dozens of calm-faced Da Luo Golden Immortals around him, Emperor Jun felt uneasy.
After all, while the Yao race had strong power, they didn¡¯t face the same restrictions as the Wu race in using the cushion. The real problem had never been external¡ªit was internal.
The Yao race had dozens of Da Luo Golden Immortals. While he could suppress some, could they all hold back?
Emperor Jun gritted his teeth.
¡°Fine, let¡¯s spread the word and see what happens! If it works out, it¡¯s guaranteed profit!¡±
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Emperor Jun was a man of action.
Not long after making the decision, many Da Luo Golden Immortals and even some powerful beings received the message.
The Yao race was interested in securing one or two future Saints.
Of course, the exact identity of these future Saints was vague, causing many to realize that the Yao race wanted to hold the stake.
Whoever sought refuge with the Yao race or aimed to seize the Saint position would need to approach them.
After all, with dozens of Da Luo Golden Immortals on the Yao race side, they were an immensely powerful force.
They were the top experts of the Primordial Realm; just a slight leak of information would allow everyone to piece together the underlying logic.
The only problem was¡
¡°Does the Yao race even deserve to hold the stake?¡±
¡°If they truly take control, with dozens of Da Luo Golden Immortals guarding the Yao race¡¯s Heavenly Court, who¡¯s to say who will sit in the Saint position?¡±
¡°Even if we ally with them, we may just be the ones left empty-handed!¡±
Many beings scoffed at the Yao race¡¯s ambitions.
Only a very few, who were confident in their strength, had their eyes flicker with interest.
There was also another group who had the same idea as the Yao race, because the current forces in the Primordial Realm were far from just the Wu and Yao races.
Ordinary races naturally didn¡¯t have the strength to intervene in the battle for the Saint position, but what about extraordinary ones?
The protagonists of the previous era, the Three races from the LongHan Tribtion, were all shaken at this moment.
Although the Three races had been severely damaged and fallen, some of their foundations remained. After all, they had once dominated an entire era, and they had not yet reached the point where they werepletely powerless.
In the Four Seas, a Da Luo Golden Immortal visited the deep waters of the Dragon Pce to meet with the sleeping Ancestor and reported the seriousness of the situation.
¡°We bear the karma of the killing tribtion and are being eroded by this karma. With the Second Ancestor bearing most of the bacsh, we are still able to struggle for a while. However, if more time passes, even we Da Luo Golden Immortals may fall into a long sleep. Rather than waiting for the future tribtion¡¯s karma to slowly wear us down and lead to the decline of our Long race, it would be better to fight now! We may not be able to attain the Saint position, but we can still n for the karma of future Saints. If a Saint helps us, perhaps we can all be freed!¡±
After a long pause, a weary voice echoed from the depths of the Dragon Pce¡¯s water eye.
¡°Alright! But do not anger that person. The preservation of the original future Saint muste first. In a critical moment, I will take action!¡±
The Da Luo Golden Immortal dragon nodded excitedly.
At the same time, simr conversations were happening in the southern volcano and the central Qilin territory, each with varying levels of involvement.
The remnants of the previous era¡¯s forces would inevitably push this n to its extreme.
Did Chu Xuan know this?
Of course, Chu Xuan had already suspected it.
¡°The more beings that get involved, the greater the contradictions and disturbances. Not only will this help prepare for the future Saints era, but it will also cover up my next n! If the Heavenly Tribtion and even the fight for the cushions are still just small movements in Hongjun¡¯s sight, then what I am about to do will truly stir Hong Jun.¡±
Chu Xuan walked across the westernnd, carefully hiding the Heavenly Secrets with Pangu¡¯s blood.
Even now, Hou Tu still didn¡¯t know what they were nning.
Just at this moment, Hou Tu heard about the Yao race¡¯s movements and couldn¡¯t help but tell Chu Xuan.
Chu Xuan smiled and replied,
¡°No need to worry! This actually benefits our n even more and highlights the advantages of the Wu race! The Yao race has a primordial spirit, so they are destined not to sit in the seat of dominion. The advantage of this n is that only the Wu race can sit in that seat!¡±
After hearing this, Hou Tu fell silent and curiously watched Chu Xuan, who seemed to be measuring something, as if searching for something on the westernnd.
The ground was filled with turbid death energy, and the spiritual qi was thin.
In the battle from before, the Yao Ancestor had detonated the entire western spiritual veins, leaving the west barren to the extreme.
Even the Wu race rarely visited the Western Land, as while the turbid death energy benefited the Wu race¡¯s physical cultivation, it couldn¡¯t bear the Wu race¡¯s reproduction.
¡°I wonder what he is really looking for?¡±
Although Hou Tu was curious, she obediently stayed by Chu Xuan¡¯s side. asionally, when they encountered Da Luo Golden Immortals or powerful beings passing by, she would pull Chu Xuan into the void to hide, though she said little.
Her gentleness made her seem like a little maid, and Chu Xuan was very satisfied with her.
This was why he hadn¡¯t brought along Xuan Ming.
Hou Tu was more obedient and gentle. While Xuan Ming had a cold beauty that he was attracted to, Hou Tu wasn¡¯t stingy with her affection which made her a better choice for cultivating a rtionship and leaving a fallback for the future.
¡°Historically, poisonous schemers don¡¯t usually end well. I must be cautious; all things can be harmed, but not me!¡±
Chapter 29
Chapter 29: Chu Xuan: I Want To Create Tribtions for Quasi-Saints and Shift the Saint Position!
Chu Xuan walked across the westernnds by following traces of dried-up and destroyed spiritual veins. Using thews of the earth and his authority over the Heavenly Tribtion, he traced the distribution of spiritual veins and the remnants of destructive tribtion energy as he sought for clues from the past.
With the personal efforts of a Wu Ancestor and a Heavenly Tribtion Daoist Sovereign, evidence was soon uncovered.
¡°As expected, there are still residual influences! If more years had passed and the westernnds regained prosperity, these remnants might have dissipated significantly, and they would be harder to find.¡±
Chu Xuan captured a faint wisp of pure Yao energy hidden deep within the earth¡¯s veins, shrouded in turbid fiendish energy. He smiled lightly as he confirmed his target.
As the Yao energy emerged, it faintly caused the tribtion energy to ripple, as if a great tribtion of the past had not yet dissipated. In truth, it hadn¡¯t. The tribtion energy of each era left its imprint on the entities tied to that tribtion. Unless one escaped the tribtion¡¯s grasp, they could never free themselves from its entanglement.
The Yao Ancestor Luo Hou had evidently failed to escape his tribtion. This thread of Yao energy had been deeply hidden¡ªalmost undetectable¡ªburied beneath the destends. If not for Chu Xuan¡¯s innate sensitivity to the earth¡¯s veins as a Wu Ancestor and his ability to sense tribtion energy, it would have been nearly impossible to locate.
Back then, the Yao Ancestor had managed to ignite the spiritual veins of the entire western region in one fell swoop, an act few had contemted in depth. Many simply assumed his power had reached the pinnacle of creation. Indeed, his cultivation had almost reached the Saint level. Even Hongjun required thebined efforts of multiple ancient ancestors to bring him down.
However, while his abilities were extraordinary, the Yao Ancestor must have tampered with numerous spiritual veins. The remnants of his tampering were now Chu Xuan¡¯s objective.
He had a grand n that required a suitable scapegoat. The Yao Ancestor was an excellent choice, and his Daows aligned perfectly. This was why Chu Xuan embarked on this journey.
¡°By harnessing enough Yao energy, reviving tribtion energy, and forging Yao Daows, I will reconstruct part of Luo Hou¡¯s Dao. Using the Yao Ancestor as the foundation, I will realize my n! Aplishing my goal is not difficult. The real challenge is ensuring that I and the Wu race remain uninvolved. And I¡¯ll deliver a powerful blow to Hongjun in the process. Fellow Daoist Luo Hou will surely take the me willingly!¡±
Chu Xuan then exined his next steps to Hou Tu which was collecting Yao energy. With the first thread in hand, subsequent searches became much easier. Even though Hou Tu was not adept at thews of heavenly tribtion, she could now follow Chu Xuan¡¯s method to gather more.
However, as Hou Tu looked at the wisp of Yao energy, she instinctively felt that Chu Xuan¡¯s n would not be simple. This Yao energy, pure and from the westernnds, undoubtedly invoked a forbidden name¡ªthe Yao Ancestor Luo Hou, a former enemy of Dao Ancestor Hongjun.
Hou Tu¡¯s heart raced. She hesitated and wanted to persuade Chu Xuan not to take such a radical approach, but without knowing the specifics of his n, she didn¡¯t know what to say. One thing was certain: Chu Xuan¡¯s scheme would inevitably involve Dao Ancestor Hongjun. Not just tangentially, but significantly.
Reflecting on Chu Xuan¡¯s past tendencies, a daring thought crossed Hou Tu¡¯s mind.
Could Chu Xuan be nning to act against Dao Ancestor Hongjun himself?
Hou Tu wavered, unsure, but ultimately yielded when Chu Xuan grasped her hand, slyly taking advantage of the moment as he reassured her: ¡°Trust me, everything I do is for the Wu race.¡± Blushing, she sighed and reluctantly agreed to help.
Yet throughout the process, Hou Tu couldn¡¯t shake her unease and concealed their presence as ifmitting a heist, with the constant interference of Pangu¡¯s blood aiding their subterfuge. The situation was thrilling and nerve-wracking¡ªpotentially targeting Dao Ancestor Hongjun!
Walking across the westernnds, Hou Tu¡¯s heart beat with a mix of apprehension and excitement. Above, great Da Luo Golden Immortals and powerful Daoists frequently tore through the skies, as they chased and attacked something. Mount Kunlun asionally trembled, the shes of powerful beings shaking the Primordial Realm. Even the Yao race¡¯s Heavenly Court quaked.
¡¡.
Centuriester.
A thousand years had passed since Hongjun announced his lecture on the Dao, with two thousand years remaining until the lecture¡¯s actual date.
Chu Xuan gazed at a massive cloud of Yao energy in his hand, within which fragments of Quasi-Saint level Yao Daows swirled, and nodded in satisfaction.
¡°Good. With this level of Yao Daows, the task will be much simpler. This time, I won¡¯t just send tribtions to those below the Da Luo Golden Immortal level, I¡¯ll also send tribtions to Da Luo Golden Immortals! Even Quasi-Saints won¡¯t escape this snare!¡±
ted and full of fervor, Chu Xuan finally understood why ancient strategists delighted in devising schemes. The thrill of upending the heavens with a single thought and forcing even stronger beings into the role of chess pieces was intoxicating. The additional benefits were just icing on the cake.
He stopped Hou Tu, who was still gathering Yao energy, and said, ¡°That¡¯s enough! Next, we return to the Wu race and set the stage for the battle over the Saint positions! Though this n began as a casual endeavor, I didn¡¯t expect it to stir up such amotion. The results far exceed my expectations! Clearly, there¡¯s more room to meddle!¡±
While Chu Xuan was pleased, Hou Tu grew rmed. Despite their focus on collecting Yao energy, they had not ignored the chaos unfolding in the Primordial Realm. Battles between great Daoists had erupted countless times, with numerous Da Luo Golden Immortals falling.
Over the past thousand years, the Primordial Realm had beenpletely ignited. Even beings below the Da Luo Golden Immortal level had learned of the struggle for the cushions. The Yao race¡¯s Heavenly Court, Kunlun, the Blood Sea, the North Sea, the Four Seas, the Immortal Volcano, and even remnants of the ancient Three races had all made their moves. Quasi-Saints had shed, and Donghuang Taiyi had fought desperately despite his injuries. A legendary dragon of the Four Seas even emerged to protect Zhun Ti and Jie Yin at a critical moment.
Even the powerful Wu race, with few threats to challenge them, faced attacks merely to protect Nuwa.
Though a thousand years was but a blink for countless beings of the Primordial Realm, the brilliance and brutality of this era far surpassed countless past epochs.
Within these thousand years, while no Saint position had shifted, more than one Da Luo Golden Immortal had fallen, and even Quasi-Saints had shed blood.
Yet all this was merely the result of Chu Xuan¡¯s casual actions.
Then what would deliberate scheming look like?
Could the act of collecting Yao energy over the past centuries be part of it?
Hou Tu increasingly believed that Chu Xuan¡¯s next n was directed at the Dao Ancestor Hongjun. Otherwise, she couldn¡¯t exin why he was so invested.
After all, those past ns of his had been formted with only brief thought.
Worried, Hou Tu even forgot that Chu Xuan was dragging her along as he tore through space.
Or perhaps it was because, over the past thousand years, Chu Xuan had frequently sought her protection and often initiated contact. Hou Tu had gradually grown somewhat ustomed to it.
Unaware that Chu Xuan was taking advantage of her, Hou Tu held back for a long time but eventually couldn¡¯t resist probing him.
¡°Little brother, what are you nning to do next?¡±
Chu Xuan naturally understood what Hou Tu was referring to, but he couldn¡¯t reveal it for now.
He responded evasively, or perhaps from another angle.
¡°Naturally, I¡¯m going to add some spice to the currentpetition for Saint positions! With only two thousand years left until the Dao lecture, and just one thousand years before many great powers are forced to enter the chaos and set off for the Zixiao Pce, how is it that not even one great master has fallen and no Saint positions have changed? It is uneptable! I¡¯ll personally intervene, push the n forward, and bring tribtions upon the deities!¡±
He wasn¡¯t entirely dodging the topic, as he genuinely harbored this intent.
If his orchestrated n didn¡¯t result in a single change in Saint positions, wouldn¡¯t that be an underestimation of his abilities?
What¡¯s more, he nned to openly provoke Hongjun next. Testing the waters by changing a Saint position first¡ªwhat was the harm in that?
Chu Xuan¡¯s eyes sparkled with incredible brightness, his enthusiasm was infectious. His demeanor instantly shifted Hou Tu¡¯s worries for the future to the present.
What? He still intended to push forward?
He wanted great masters to fall and Saint positions to change hands?
Alright, this matter was by no means minor.
Hou Tu instantly shifted her focus to the present.
Chapter 30
Chapter 30: The Twelve Divine Heavenly Demon Formation! Chu Xuan Scolds the Wu Ancestors!
After nearly a thousand years, Chu Xuan returned to the Wu race once more. Observing the significantly more heavily guarded hearnd, he nodded to himself in approval.
Having deployed twenty or thirty senior witches to oversee the vicinity, it was evident that the Wu race had faced frequent attacks during this period.
If even the Wu race faced such threats, it was needless to say what other beings endured.
Regardless, Nuwa and Fuxi residing in the hearnd had to shoulder this karmic cause and effect, even if they knew it was highly likely orchestrated by the Wu race behind the scenes.
Chu Xuan, apanied by Hou Tu, avoided a newly constructed cave dwelling in the hearnd and opted not to meet with Fuxi and Nuwa. Instead, he headed directly toward the Pangu Pce.
Many senior witches in the vicinity sensed something amiss almost instantly. Even though Chu Xuan had concealed his presence well, their gazes instinctively turned toward him. Fortunately, Hou Tu revealed herself in time which prompted the senior witches to settle down.
¡°They could actually detect us! Even without activating my Pangu blood essence, I shouldn¡¯t have fallen to this level,¡± Chu Xuan remarked in surprise. As a Wu Ancestor, even at the initial stage, his grasp of the Wu race¡¯sws far surpassed these senior witches at their mid-tote stages.
Moreover, as the Sovereign of the Heavenly Tribtion Dao, his dual Dao reinforcement should have made his concealment nearly wless.
Hou Tu¡¯s eyes also flickered with doubt as she sensed something unusual about the surrounding senior witches.
¡°It seems to be a formation!¡±
¡°Could it be¡?¡±
Chu Xuan spoke, using his Wu Ancestor blood essence to deduce the situation. He felt a faint familiarity, and a shocking spection surfaced in his mind which left him stunned.
The Wu race, devoid of divine souls, rarely excelled in formations. Yet, the only formation in his memory capable of enhancing the strength of senior witches and elevating the Wu race was none other than the legendary Twelve Divine Heavenly Demon Formation!
This formation could summon Pangu¡¯s spirit and rival the techniques of true Saints.
¡°Could they have developed this while I was away?¡± Chu Xuan, uncharacteristically excited, quickened his pace toward Pangu Pce.
If the Wu race could master this level of power at this stage, it would allow his ns to be much bolder.
Dragging Hou Tu along, Chu Xuan moved unhindered and directly entered the depths of Pangu Pce.
The moment he stepped in, he sensed a terrifying aura circting within the hall.
Eleven colossal divine figures, each immeasurable in size, stood in a faintly connected formation. Although it seemed iplete and the aura was uneven, merely standing there was enough to inspire awe.
It felt as if a chaotic, dark mist enveloped these figures, ready to birth something terrifying.
¡°What an amazing formation!¡± Chu Xuan eximed instinctively. He sensed the vibrations of his Wu Ancestor blood essence, as if urging him to step forward andplete the array.
Before he could act, the chaotic mist suddenly dissipated. The eleven figures emerged,ughing heartily.
Di Jiang spoke first, ¡°Little brother, little sister, you¡¯re finally back! How is it? What do you think of our formation? This is the prototype of a formation we eleven Wu Ancestors deduced from Father God¡¯s spirit. It¡¯s called the Twelve Divine Heavenly Demon Formation! Although it¡¯s iplete, even as it stands now, with one of you stepping in, it can unleash the power of ate-stage Quasi-Saint! If fullypleted, it could reach the peak of the Quasi-Saint level! Perhaps, when we all break through to Quasi-Saint, we could even glimpse the might of a true Saint!¡±
Listening to Di Jiang¡¯s exnation, which was just as he had expected, Chu Xuan nodded in excitement and said with some emotion, ¡°Excellent! This is truly the ultimate technique of our Wu race! Impressive! My past ns pale inparison to the directness of raw power! My elder brothers and sisters have truly performed a great service for the Wu race!¡±
Hearing Chu Xuan¡¯s praise, the Wu Ancestors were overjoyed. In their eyes, Chu Xuan was undoubtedly the most intelligent member of the Wu race. Despite his schemes being somewhat ruthless, his wisdom was undeniable.
Receiving his approval made their recent efforts worthwhile.
After all, they hadbored day and night, enduring the patience required to engage in something as uncharacteristic as deducing a formation.
Zhu Rong coughed lightly and prepared to boast in front of Chu Xuan. However, before he could speak, Chu Xuan continued excitedly.
¡°And with such power at our disposal, I can finally stop holding back and unleash my full brilliance! My elder brothers and sisters, hear me out! I have a n! Let us overthrow the Saint positions, bring down those with great divine powers, and make the Zixiao Pce restless in the chaos!¡±
Chu Xuan¡¯s impassioned speech left Zhu Rong silent and froze the smiles on the other Wu Ancestors¡¯ faces.
What Saint positions overturned?
What great divine powers brought down?
What chaos in the Zixiao Pce?
Just great!
They had celebrated too soon!
Even Di Jiang was dumbfounded.
Previously, Di Jiang had felt uneasy about the Wu race¡¯s reliance on Chu Xuan¡¯s schemes to thrive. He believed that the race¡¯s burdens shouldn¡¯t rest solely on Chu Xuan¡¯s shoulders. This was why he had painstakingly gathered the Wu Ancestors to deduce theTwelve Divine Heavenly Demon Formation.
Yet, before they could relish their achievement, Chu Xuan dered that he had been holding back all along and was ready to unleash his full potential!
If his restrained actions were already so ruthless, what would happen when he truly let loose?
Overthrowing Saint positions, toppling divine powers, and throwing the Zixiao Pce into turmoil¡ªhow utterly terrifying!
There was a long silence.
The previously lively atmosphere instantly cooled down, leaving Chu Xuan somewhat puzzled. He did not feel he had said anything wrong.
The Wu race was bound to face disaster sooner orter. Rather than waiting for others to make a move, it was better to strike first. He was plotting for the Wu race¡¯s benefit at this very moment!
Meeting Chu Xuan¡¯s gaze, Di Jiang finally coughed lightly twice and spoke with some awkwardness.
¡°Little brother, aren¡¯t you being a bit too hasty? Now that we have allied with a future Saint and developed the Twelve Divine Heavenly Demon Formation, coupled with your strategy to ensure the Yao race¡¯s Heavenly Court will implode eventually, why take unnecessary risks?¡±
The other Wu Ancestors nodded one after another, agreeing with their eldest brother.
In the past, the Primordial Realm regarded the Wu Ancestors as rash and impulsive brutes who often resorted to fighting rather than thinking, acting extremely recklessly.
But that was then. Ever since Chu Xuan had been among them as a contrast, they now believed that everything must be approached with caution and excessive extremism should be avoided.
However, as Chu Xuan looked at the Wu Ancestors, who seemed content andcent, he frowned. Without hesitation, he fell back on his role as a strategist.
¡°Big brother, have you allied with all six future Saints?¡±
Di Jiang, though confused by the question, still shook his head.
¡°No, only Nuwa! But for our Wu race, there¡¯s no need to fear too much. Having one Saint is enough, especially with the Twelve Divine Heavenly Demon Formation!¡±
Chu Xuan continued, ¡°Big brother, can one person fully manifest the array and rival five Saints or the Dao Ancestor Hongjun? No!¡±
¡°This is a formation. Even if someone uses the blood of a Wu Ancestor, like the senior witches outside, it would merely amplify their strength somewhat. Even with all twelve Ancestral Witches together and the formation fully activated, it¡¯s impossible to truly fight against five Saints or Dao Ancestor Hongjun.¡±
Di Jiang¡¯s expression grew uneasy as he realized something.
Chu Xuan nodded before his face suddenly grew solemn. He sternly dered, ¡°Big brother has, one, not allied with all the Saints which leaves us vulnerable to their attacks! Two, does not have someone who has the ability to single-handedly manifest the array to prevent being defeated one by one! Three, does not have the strength for the entire race to withstand both the Saints and Hongjun! Then how can you say it is too hasty? That it is enough? This iscking here and there, dying here and waiting there. By the time disaster strikes, do you n to scramble to act only when the Wu race faces extinction?¡±
With a heavy rebuke, he stood alone against the multitude of Wu Ancestors.
They all bowed their heads in shame.
The earlier joy of perfecting the Twelve Divine Heavenly Demon Formation vanishedpletely and was reced by humility.
Indeed, a mere formation, at best carrying the might of a Saint, was no reason to rx.
They were not acting for themselves alone but bore the weight of the entire Wu race. While it was not certain they would face off against the Saints and the Dao Ancestor, they could not afford tock the capability to do so.
Since theycked such ability, they needed to scheme and n rather than revel in their current achievements.
Di Jiang let out a long sigh.
¡°I understand now, little brother. Tell us your n!¡±
Chapter 31
Chapter 31: Provoking the Killing Tribtion, The Intensity Evolves!
Chu Xuan watched as the Wu Ancestors were once again awakened by his scolding and secretly nodded in approval. Then, he cheerfully revealed his next n.
¡°Although I have been involved in other matters in recent years, I have not forgotten to pay attention to what has been happening in the Primordial Realm! Though it started as a casual idea, it has now swept across the entire Primordial Realm. The Wu and Yao races are involved, the Three races have returned, and many mighty beings, including Da Luo Golden Immortals, are caught in chaotic battles. All of this shows that this n still has potential to be mined. The battle for the Saint position has nothing to do with us, but profiting from the Saint position is very much rted to us! However, looking at these years, the intensity of this n is still insufficient. Up to now, only a few Da Luo Golden Immortals have died. Is this good? This is not good! Everyone still has their limits, and there is no tacit understanding. Not a single mighty being has fallen! Then how can the Saint position be taken? Without chaos, how can there be opportunity? Without chaos, how can we recruit more Saints? How can we weaken the Yao race and all forces that can resist the Wu race? My brothers and sisters, I have a n! It¡¯s not perfect, but it is enough to supplement the current n! We will personally step in, act in the shadows, tempt the deities, create killings, and turn this n into a true killing tribtion! For instance, we could go and ambush the disciples of the Three Pure Ones, which will force the Three Pure Ones to emerge, or disguise ourselves as some mighty being and stir up conflicts. This will, in turn, revive old enmities between the Three races, or even force a future Saint to enter the Yao race and provoke numerous Da Luo Golden Immortals of the Yao race and cause internal strife! If necessary, we could provoke the gods to attack the Yao race¡¯s Heavenly Court! At this point, my brothers and sisters can already evolve the Twelve Divine Heavenly Demon Formation. Whether it¡¯s power or concealment of the heavenly secrets, it has been maximized. Even Hongjun cannot see through us right now. In thesest thousand years, at the very least, we must take down a Saint position! And on the surface, we must actively protect those Saints who are willing toe close to us! A single Saint¡¯s karma is too little! Three are too few fallen Da Luo Golden Immortals and great masters!¡±
Listening to Chu Xuan¡¯s speech, many Wu Ancestors felt their scalps tingle. This n was not grand and majestic. In fact, it could be considered a correction to the previous n. But it was incredibly ruthless!
Chu Xuan was not satisfied with just that. He used his wisdom to evolve various strategies and demonstrated them to the Wu Ancestors. The scene of one mighty being after another falling, the world descending into chaos, and even future Saints perishing was vividly depicted.
Many Wu Ancestors felt their scalps go numb.
After a long silence, the cold and beautiful female Wu Ancestor, Xuan Ming, spoke hesitantly.
¡°Have you been nning this all these years?¡±
At first, she was just trying to break the silence and express her inner shock. But to her surprise, Chu Xuan directly shook his head and said something that made the Wu Ancestors even more rmed.
¡°How could it be! This small matter could not have upied me for a thousand years. That¡¯s a more perfect n of mine! If it seeds, it will truly boost the luck of my Wu race. But let¡¯s not talk about that for now. Let¡¯s finish this first! Once weplete this, you will understand!¡±
This was a small matter, and there is a real n!
The Wu Ancestors were stunned!
If this small matter was already such a ruthless plot, what would the real n be like?
Suddenly, Di Jiang felt that he had agreed to Chu Xuan¡¯s n too easily earlier.
Various poisonous schemes¡ªif executed well, they could work. But if something went wrong, the Wu race would definitely be the enemy of the entire Primordial Realm.
It would have been better to just sit on the mountains and watch the tigers fight. At least there would be no risk and they could gain benefits for nothing.
Di Jiang didn¡¯t understand why Chu Xuan was so obsessed with trying to secure a Saint and attempting to oppose Dao Ancestor Hongjun. Although Dao Ancestor Hongjun had been somewhat antagonistic toward the Wu race, he hadn¡¯t done too much yet.
But since he had already agreed earlier, Di Jiang didn¡¯t dare to refute it. After all, term precautionary measures could exin everything.
In the end, he could only offer one reason.
¡°Although there are disputes in the Primordial Realm now, due to the tacit understanding of the Dao Ancestor giving lectures, the range of influence of actions is still limited! It¡¯s also because of this that the Saint position has not yet been taken, and the deities have not fallen! If we follow your n, expanding the conflict and evolving it into a killing tribtion, it will inevitably break the tacit understanding. Isn¡¯t that a bit problematic?¡±
At first, Di Jiang didn¡¯t expect to persuade Chu Xuan. He was just instinctively offering some advice.
But to his surprise, Chu Xuan nodded in agreement.
¡°Indeed, this will definitely break the tacit understanding. It might even evolve to the point where it draws that person¡¯s intervention! So¡¡±
¡°So you¡¯re giving up?¡± Di Jiang asked in surprise.
Chu Xuan looked at him with some astonishment before replying, ¡°What do you mean to give up? This killing tribtion cannot be in vain! So, we need to move faster to finish our ns before that person steps in! Let the killing tribtion erupt in an instant! And prioritize the Yao race! Currently, the Yao race is our biggest visible opponent! Since that¡¯s the case, let¡¯s think of a way to bring Jie Yin and Zhun Ti into the Yao race! Coincidentally, during this time, Emperor Jun had several contacts, and Jie Yin and Zhun Ti also showed some signs! As for the Three Pure Ones, just let them be a part of the chaos. Don¡¯t do too much!¡±
Listening to Chu Xuan¡¯s calm exnation, Di Jiang smiled bitterly but epted it. At least if they did less, the risk would be smaller.
The killing tribtion would explode in an instant!
On the side, Hou Tu, who had been worried, finally let out a breath. If it only exploded in an instant, the impact wouldn¡¯t be too great.
Strangely, Hou Tu felt somewhat satisfied.
Not only could they strike at the Wu race¡¯s enemies, but it wouldn¡¯t be too harsh either.
Under Chu Xuan¡¯s influence, the originally kind and gentle Hou Tu had gradually started to overlook many issues and had changed in some ways.
¡¡.
Under Chu Xuan¡¯s persuasion, the Wu race finally began to take action.
Thanks to breakthroughs made in secret by figures like Zhu Rong over the past thousand years, the Wu race now boasted seven Quasi-Saints. In the Primordial Realm that has not yet fully entered the Quasi-Saints era, this was practically a crushing advantage.
It didn¡¯t take long before Guang Chengzi, a disciple of the Three Clear Ones from Kunlun, suffered a terrifying assassination attempt. Several immensely powerful beings directly tore through his cave abode and stormed into the Three Clear Mountains, which rmed Yuqing Yuanshi.
Yuanshi, who had been entertaining guests at the time, was forced to intervene immediately.
The hidden Da Luo Golden Immortals and other powerful beings observing the situation were momentarily stunned, unable to determine who was making a move. However, they still joined the fray in secret and directly attacked Yuanshi.
Surrounded and besieged by over a dozen concealed experts, Yuanshi was swiftly injured. If not for the timely arrival of Taiqing Laozi, Shangqing Tongtian Daoist, and a crowned figure, the situation could have turned dire.
It was hard to avoid certain unexpected events.
Yuanshi was furious.
¡°Preposterous! How dare they act this way!¡±
The crowned figure was Dong Wanggong, who had once assisted Jie Yin and Zhun Ti.
However, at that time, Jie Yin and Zhun Ti had been provoked and did not trust him. Moreover, after being betrayed by the other side, Dong Wanggong, despite being a mighty being, still had some pride and did not pursue the matter further.
Upon hearing the news that Kunlun had also been attacked, he naturally came to offer his aid. He was considered a cultivator of Mount Kunlun as well. Furthermore, the Three Pure Ones were considered respectable figures. There was no repeat of the misunderstanding that had urred with Jie Yin and Zhun Ti.
After multiple acts of assistance, he had recently received an invitation to enter the cave and discuss the Dao.
Unexpectedly, shortly after his arrival, he once again witnessed an assassination attempt.
This assassination was terrifying to the extreme, as even the array protecting the stronghold capable of withstanding the might of a great master was instantly torn apart.
It was undoubtedly the work of a Quasi-Saint level expert, or perhaps multiple great masters acting together.
¡°Some can¡¯t hold back anymore! There¡¯s only one thousand years left, and no one can stay seated!¡± Tongtian Daoist spoke gravely.
The array was primarily set up by him, and he knew well the methods that could instantly tear apart such an array.
¡°They are trying to provoke the three Dao brothers to leave the cave, and without the advantage of the terrain, the Three Pure Ones can easily be defeated one by one!¡±
Dong Wanggong gave his opinion at the right moment.
Listening to their words, the enraged Yuanshi gradually calmed down. He first thanked Dong Wanggong.
¡°Thank you, fellow Daoist, for your help earlier! However, now that the array has been damaged, the discussion of Dao will have to be postponed!¡±
Upon hearing this, Dong Wanggong wisely stood up and took his leave, as the other party needed to repair their stronghold, and it would not be appropriate for outsiders to stay.
However, once he left, Taiqing Laozi spoke leisurely.
¡°It wasn¡¯t him!¡±
Yuqing Yuanshi shook his head with cold eyes.
¡°He only just arrived, and such an incident happens. It¡¯s too coincidental. It may not have been a mere coincidence. It could very well be an inside job, and even if it fails, it could still extract our trust!¡±
¡°Things like this have happened in the past.¡±
¡°I can sense that, aside from those other forces involved, the first few who made their moves were at least great masters.¡±
¡°How many great masters are there in the world?¡±
Taiqing Laozi sighed.
¡°It¡¯s a time of great trouble!¡±
¡¡.
Soon, Kunlun was frequently attacked, with the incidents bing more and more frequent. It wasn¡¯t just the Three Pure Ones; even the Da Luo Golden Immortals and great masters stationed outside started to realize it.
Some fellow Daoists couldn¡¯t sit still anymore!
Thest thousand years!
A strange, tense atmosphere enveloped everyone.
More and more Da Luo Golden Immortals and great masters acted even more recklessly.
Meanwhile, Zhun Ti and Jieyin, who were still fleeing for their lives, encountered danger several times, and the intensity was clearly rising.
Chapter 32
Chapter 32: Seducing Nuwa, Xuan Ming Takes the Initiative!
The Wu Ancestors, who had been acting in the shadows, nodded in agreement.
The tension had been artificially created. After they had repeatedly ignited the emotions from the beginning, most of the forces had already been taken over by other hidden presences.
The many Wu Ancestors began to withdraw.
They were preparing for other schemes ahead.
To make things seem real, they had even carried out a few attacks on the Wu race themselves.
Within the Wu race, Chu Xuan once again saw Fuxi and Nuwa, the pair of brother and sister.
He felt the cold gazes above him, all turned toward him.
More than twenty senior witches¡¯ auras were interconnected and they rose up to engage in battle.
There were even some Wu Ancestors stepping out from the Pangu Pce to engage with the hidden powers.
The terrifying Dao light nearly turned the entire sky into a pool of mud.
The sky shattered into dust, the void became dry, and amidst the scattering of chaotic energy, the four spirits of earth, wind, water, and fire were all submerged.
The slightest remnants of the shockwaves caused massive chunks ofnd from Mount Buzhou to be shaved off.
Although for Mount Buzhou, it was just a speck of dust, it was still an overwhelming sight.
After all, Mount Buzhou was still under the suppression of the Great Dao. Even an ordinary Da Luo Golden Immortal would find it difficult to climb to the peak of the Dao.
¡°It really is a troublesome time!¡± Chu Xuan said these words lightly.
Considering the current strength of the Wu race, protecting a single Nuwa was too easy.
This didn¡¯t even count the other Wu Ancestors who had secretly left to cause trouble.
Fuxi and Nuwa, who had not been seen for a long time, were surprised to see Chu Xuan suddenly appear.
Fuxi, still with his easygoing, unconcerned demeanor, smiled at Chu Xuan and called him a ¡®little shaman.¡¯
¡°Ah, it¡¯s fellow Daoist Chu Xuan! It¡¯s been almost a thousand years since west met! I never expected we¡¯d meet again, let alone in the heart of the Wu race!¡±
Fuxi appeared to bementing, but in truth, he was probing.
How could a mere Taiyi Golden Immortal little shaman enter such a core area of the Wu race?
This ce was not the previous Hou Tu tribe, but the true key location, near the Pangu Pce, which required the Wu Ancestors and many senior witches to guard.
If Fuxi and Nuwa had not been connected to the position of future Saints, they too would not have been allowed here.
Yet, to his surprise, Chu Xuan was able to appear here.
Moreover, with his words fromst time, which seemed to directly point to the current chaotic situation, it was obvious that Chu Xuan was no ordinary individual.
Fuxi could not help but be curious.
He hadest time to test the Wu race, and even though he was borrowing a favor from the Wu race, he couldn¡¯t resist probing again.
As a wise being, his curiosity was piqued!
However, Chu Xuan ignored Fuxi¡¯s probing. Instead, he smiled and said while pretending not to understand.
¡°It was the Wu Ancestor Hou Tu who brought me here! I¡¯m just a little shaman! But the Wu Ancestors seem to like me!¡±
Fuxi chuckled and said, ¡°Is that so?¡±
His eyes, however, were filled with disbelief.
But Chu Xuan paid him no mind. Instead, he turned to look at the beautiful and curious Nuwa, who was watching him intently.
¡°Lady Nuwa, why do you keep staring at me? Do I have a pattern on my face?¡±
Nuwa smiled.
¡°I just find you, a little shaman, quite interesting! With so many Da Luo Golden Immortals above, and powerful beings fighting, aren¡¯t you afraid a stray wave might kill you? And yet you dare to watch! Can you even see clearly?¡±
Fuxi¡¯s gaze shifted. Indeed, he had overlooked this point.
A mere little shaman could be pampered up to this point, but why was he watching a battle between Da Luo Golden Immortals?
Yet, Chu Xuan continued to y along.
¡°I am of the Wu race. What do I fear from life or death? Moreover, with Lady Nuwa and Lord Fuxi here, how could they allow me to be killed? As for whether I can see clearly, does it matter?¡±
Nuwa tilted her head, her figure graceful.
¡°Doesn¡¯t it matter? When the Daows sh, even the slightest leak, too much attention, could cause thews in your body to conflict!¡±
Chu Xuan smiled and made a gesture that seemed very Wu-like, clenching his fist and patting his chest.
¡°I have great courage! My body is strong!¡±
Strangely enough, he did have a certain Wu-like appearance, despite being notably slimmer than other Wu members.
Nuwa smiled as she found this amusing.
However, Fuxi observed from the side and began to feel something was off. At first, he thought their exchange was a mere probing for information.
But the more he watched, the stranger it seemed!
It felt like he was an outsider, standing off to the side.
Fuxi cleared his throat twice, and Nuwa¡¯s smile froze. She realized that she and Chu Xuan had grown unusually close.
Yes, this kid didn¡¯t seem to care about respect or hierarchy and could joke around. He was far more interesting than her older brother.
She ignored the cold gaze from her brother.
She smiled, thought for a moment, and was about to continue asking something.
Suddenly, at that moment¡
Above them!
Boom!
A burnt and horrifying head fell from the sky. The Da Luo Dao was severed, and the corpse of a Da Luo Golden Immortal plummeted down.
Though Da Luo Golden Immortals were notoriously difficult to kill, severing their heads or turning them into dust wouldn¡¯t normally cause death.
But at this moment, that severed head seemed to sever the Dao itself.
The Dao fruit shattered, and thew was cut off.
It wasplete annihtion.
This indicated absolute domination.
Only by overwhelming their opponent could they sever their Dao, without needing to destroy their essence or Dao fruit.
A Da Luo Golden Immortals had fallen outside the Wu race.
Then two, three, four more!
Four Da Luo Golden Immortals fell from the sky.
Several Wu Ancestors, apanied by more than twenty senior witches, descended, none of them harmed.
The most crucial point was that among these Wu Ancestors, one was a Quasi-Saint, and it was not Di Jiang.
It was Zhu Rong!
One of the Twelve Wu Ancestors!
A new Quasi-Saint!
At that moment, Fuxi and Nuwa fell silent, their expressions a mix of shock andplexity as they watched this scene unfold.
Even though the Wu ncked primordial spirits and could not listen to the Dao, they could still walk the path to bing a Quasi-Saint on their own.
The Wu n was truly blessed.
This was actually the suggestion of Chu Xuan. The Wu n should slowly begin to show their Quasi-aint potential.
Otherwise, if they suddenly appeared all at once, it would be even more problematic.
Now, Zhu Rong was the first to ¡°emerge¡± from this hidden power.
Zhu Rong descended with a heartyugh.
¡°A few mere Great Luo Golden Immortals dared to spy on my Wu n? They¡¯re simply seeking death! Though, we still let one powerful figure escape. That¡¯s a bit of a pity! He ran really fast. That guy took a hit, and at the very least, he¡¯ll need to recover for tens of thousands of years!¡±
Hearing Zhu Rong¡¯s words, Nuwa lost her interest in speaking.
Chu Xuan didn¡¯t try to force a conversation either.
It was enough to leave an impression.
There was plenty of time ahead.
After all, it was Hou Tu who had left earlier to carry out secret tasks and strike against some powerful beings, all for the sake of her own amusement.
However, even though Chu Xuan remained silent, someone else sought him out. Among the returning ancestors, a cold and tall figure, whose body was surrounded by some kind of ice-rted Dao, nced at him and her eyes lit up.
She immediately spoke.
¡°Chu Xuan, you¡¯re here! Did my little sister leave you behind? Come,e,e, let the Wu Ancestor take you out to y!¡±
Then, under the bewildered gaze of Fuxi and Nuwa, Xuan Ming casually threw her arm around Chu Xuan¡¯s and pulled him away,pletely disregarding the pressure on his soft body, all while smiling cheerfully as she tried to drag him off to another ce.
Chu Xuan could only look on helplessly.
Fuxi and Nuwa, standing nearby, couldn¡¯t help but feel it was quite strange.
Fuxi thought that he had already been fairly casual, associating with a little Taiyi shaman.
But he hadn¡¯t expected Chu Xuan¡¯s daily life to be like this, casually walking with an ancestor of the Wu n with such familiarity.
If you¡¯re not from the Wu n, you wouldn¡¯t understand!
Nuwa, on the other hand, paid more attention to the details. Her fair face flushed slightly with curiosity as she watched the two figures disappear with their bodies pressed closely together.
¡°They really stick together, don¡¯t they? They¡¯ve even pressed into each other!¡±
Nuwa¡¯s heart raced, and her mind started to imagine all sorts of things.
Even for powerful figures, born from the innate, with the Dao as their vessel, once the distinction between male and female existed, there were naturally ces where the Dao didn¡¯t apply.
Chapter 33
Chapter 33: Framing Kunpeng, Wu Ancestor Xuan Ming Comes To Visit!
Chu Xuan, who was carried away from the Wu race¡¯s hearnd by Xuan Ming, had just left and was already returning to his usual self.
He still had time to appreciate the softness of the Wu Ancestor.
However, before he could indulge, the cold and morous woman beside him pushed him away and proudly puffed out her chest while smiling.
¡°You¡¯re not behaving well, little brother!¡±
Chu Xuan didn¡¯t mind at all.
¡°I¡¯m the victim here. It was clearly sister Xuan Ming who kidnapped me earlier!¡±
Seeing Chu Xuan¡¯spleteck of care, Xuan Ming smiled as well. She was as carefree as ever. After all, she didn¡¯t mind much¡ªotherwise, she wouldn¡¯t have acted that way. She simply found it amusing.
Unable to make Chu Xuan act properly, she turned and grabbed his arm with a smile.
¡°How about it? Am I better, or is my little sister better?¡±
Chu Xuan, somewhat embarrassed, gave a professional response as a strategist.
¡°If I haven¡¯t personally gathered the intelligence, I can¡¯t say anything!¡±
Xuan Ming smirked.
¡°Oh? Thene investigate!¡±
Before she could even finish speaking, Chu Xuan reached out his hand.
Xuan Ming¡¯s cheeks flushed as she quickly pulled away.
He really went for it!
It was one thing when she made the first move, but when he took the initiative, that was not eptable. Although the Wu n was usually very carefree, at such a moment, she hesitated.
But that was understandable. After all, Dao divides the sexes, and there are distinctions. If it were as simple as reproducing for the sake of reproduction, then as Wu Ancestors, they would¡¯ve had offspring long ago.
Wu Ancestors needed to be in tune with their feelings.
Xuan Ming instinctively changed the subject.
¡°My little sister is out making a move now! Would you like to join?¡±
Sure enough, Chu Xuan was intrigued.
He hesitated.
¡°It¡¯s not right. My cultivation is still a bitcking. I may not be able to shield enough of the heavenly secrets and hide myself properly!¡±
Seeing his hesitation, Xuan Ming was instinctively displeased. Was he moved by my little sister? Am I not good enough?
Without further thought, Xuan Ming pulled Chu Xuan close and returned to the earlier carefree state. With a bold tone, she said, ¡°Don¡¯t you still have an older sister here? Come with me!¡±
Xuan Ming whispered in Chu Xuan¡¯s ear and the scent of flowers wafted toward him. Chu Xuan¡¯s eyes shifted, and the surrounding space tore apart.
The two of them entered the rift and seamlessly blended into it, as if they¡¯d never made a sound.
This was the subtle mastery of those with great power over thews of the world.
Even though they hadn¡¯t reached the Dao of space, once one bes proficient in a single method, they can connect with all methods.
At this level, it was easy to control the Dao with the Dao. If everything was distinguished by thews alone, it would be a low-level approach.
Chu Xuan used Xuan Ming¡¯s Dao cultivation to navigate throughyers of space and instantly crossed billions of mountains and rivers.
An indistinct aura of Pangu coiled around them.
Passing by Da Luo Golden Immortals, they were unnoticed.
His eyes brightened with an idea.
He quickly wrapped his arms around Xuan Ming. With a surprised yet pleased expression on her face, Xuan Ming smiled.
¡°Then, we won¡¯t go to Sister Hou Tu first!¡±
¡°We¡¯ll go to Kunlun instead!¡±
In the past, he hadid many ns and sent various Wu Ancestors to carry them out. While convenient, it did leave him with some regret for not being directly involved.
Now, since the opportunity presented itself, Chu Xuan naturally wanted to take action himself.
He immediately tapped into Xuan Ming¡¯s energy by using the Twelve Divine Heavenly Demon Formation¡¯s method to resonate with her Dao cultivation.
Then, he made his move.
Tearing throughyers of space, he headed toward Mount Kunlun.
The space was being torn apartyer byyer, which almost revealed the chaos. Chu Xuan sailed through it.
In just half a month, they arrived near Mount Kunlun.
This was the power of those with great abilities.
Had it been an ordinary Da Luo Golden Immortal, crossing such a vast distance would¡¯ve taken several years.
But those with great abilitiespressed it into this short time. If they hadn¡¯t been restricted by their Dao, they would already be at Quasi-Saint level.
Chu Xuan, carrying a now much quieter Xuan Ming, descended upon Western Kunlun.
Not Eastern Kunlun, where the Three Pure Ones resided, but Western Kunlun, which surprised Xuan Ming.
¡°Why go to Western Kunlun? Aren¡¯t the Three Pure Ones in Eastern Kunlun?¡±
Chu Xuan smiled.
¡°Who said I¡¯m going to deal with the Three Pure Ones? I¡¯m going to target other great masters and stir up the waters! Too many have already directly attacked the Three Pure Ones, but now is the time for them to fight amongst themselves! Otherwise, how could it be called the Dark Forest, the Saint¡¯s Killing Tribtion? If it¡¯s not chaotic, how could there be any opportunity?¡±
Chu Xuan gazed at the few Daoist temples within Western Kunlun.
Each emanated auspicious energy, with celestial rays filling the sky. As the legendary Mountain of Ten Thousand Ancestors, Kunlun truly lived up to its name.
Residing here were countless Da Luo Golden Immortals and great masters.
It was no wonder that the Three Pure Ones of Eastern Kunlun had been unable to leave for so long.
Although the Three Pure Ones were strong, they weren¡¯t yet saints in the future. They were still just ordinary great masters.
Even though they were connected by the same breath and had some means, they were strong enough to resist Quasi-Saints.
But faced with overwhelming enemies, they should¡¯ve already encountered problems.
The reason was that there were too many strong enemies around, pulling strings that affected everything.
Even the experts within Kunlun themselves were hesitant to act rashly and gave the Three Pure Ones an opportunity.
But now, Chu Xuan was here. He couldn¡¯t let the Three Pure Ones be toofortable.
This Mountain of Ten Thousand Ancestors was about to be shaken!
Chu Xuan¡¯s gaze flickered.
He first focused on a secret realm of a royal court in the distance. Clearly, it was a Daoist temple opened by a great expert, exuding pure Yang Dao rhythm.
Countless living beings worshiped, bathing in the pure Yang radiance, their energies growing stronger.
Even a Da Luo Golden Immortal passing by would be moved and enchanted by the scene.
Chu Xuan smiled as he immediately used Xuan Ming¡¯s Dao cultivation to make a move.
He imitated a certain Dao mark which transformed into a pair of immense wings.
They extended from the void.
With a cold snort, he spoke, ¡°Disturb my ns, and the karma will descend! I¡¯ll collect a little interest today!¡±
In an instant, boundless Dao light poured down like a vast sea and enveloped everything.
The attack entered the royal court in a sh.
The peerless technique of a great expert erupted.
In an instant, the royal court was torn apart.
Countless things turned to dust.
Even though, in the next moment, methods within the royal court were activated.
¡°Preposterous!¡±
¡°How daring!¡±
A sword light cut through the air vaguely.
But it was too slow.
Chu Xuan struck once and retreated.
He had no intention of staying to fight.
And just as he expected, not long after, a figure exuding pure Yang energy arrived and tore through space in anger.
¡°Who dares to disturb my Daoist Temple!¡±
In the midst of calctions, the figure couldn¡¯t grasp the heavenly secrets.
It was as if causality had been severed by various forces.
Immediately, the figure shouted angrily.
¡°Good, good, good, they dare to bully me! Fellow Daoist, I still need to borrow your Kunlun Mirror for a moment!¡±
As the words fell, a majestic figure emerged not far behind him. The figure frowned at the chaotic royal court secret realm.
¡°It should be like this!¡±
Although she was somewhat displeased with the arrogance of the Dong Wanggong, at this moment, she too hade from the Western Kunlun, and on the surface, they were still connected by the same roots.
She immediately summoned a mirror that rippled with waves of time.
The spiritual light shed and many changes seemed to reverse time.
Everything in front of them quickly began to restore as if it were retreating in time.
Then, a cold snort sounded.
¡°Ruin my good deeds, and the karma will eventually arrive! I¡¯ll collect some interest today!¡±
The Dao light illuminated the vast space and concealed the techniques of the one who struck.
But the Kunlun Mirror erupted with divine power in an instant.
It began to analyze everything within it.
Gradually, the Dao light diluted.
Faintly, it reflected a massive wing that overshadowed the heavens and earth.
It was a form familiar to all beings.
Kunpeng!
In the next moment, the Dao light surged, the wings blurred, and a gaze seemed to follow this image toward this ce.
¡°How daring! Xi Wangmu, you also dare to interfere in this matter!¡±
The voice was full of rage, which caused Xi Wangmu to frown.
She felt something was off.
But before she could think it through, she saw Dong Wanggong beside her suddenly erupt in fury.
¡°So it¡¯s you, Kunpeng! You took advantage of my absence to disturb my Dao field! Why not directly attack me out of jealousy for my disruption of your quest for the cushion? Today, there will be a reckoning!¡±
However, as the words fell, there was no response.
That faint gaze merely nced at him, then disregarded him, as if in disdain.
This disdain instantly enraged the seemingly amiable but actually proud Dong Wanggong to the extreme.
In an instant, he tore through space, clearly preparing for revenge.
Xi Wangmu hesitated for a moment but ultimately did not speak.
Because she too felt something was wrong, but couldn¡¯t put her finger on it.
She couldn¡¯t just say they were too quick in seeking out the culprit, could she?
Xi Wangmu returned to the Yaochi Daoist Temple, just sat down, and was immediately informed by a boy.
¡°Report, Your Majesty, Wu Ancestor Xuan Ming hase to visit!¡±
Chapter 34
Chapter 34: Xi Wangmu Joins the Game, Investing in the Three Pure Ones
Xi Wangmu was taken aback¡ªan Ancestor of the Wu hade to visit.
This was rather strange.
She hadn¡¯t had any prior dealings with the other party!
But out of courtesy, she still invited them in.
Looking at the familiar aura and the cold and alluring appearance, it was indeed Wu Ancestor Xuan Ming.
However, at this moment, the other party was holding a little shaman¡¯s hand. The Xi Wangmu¡¯s gaze grew somewhat strange, but she still greeted them.
¡°Fellow Daoist!¡±
¡°Fellow Daoist!¡±
Wu Ancestor Xuan Ming smiled warmly and returned the greeting, but in reality, she held onto Chu Xuan¡¯s hand a bit tightly, as she felt somewhat nervous.
How thrilling, to do something bad and then go straight to face the person involved.
She had personally witnessed that Chu Xuan, this mischievous fellow, used his powers to resist Xi Wangmu¡¯s Kunlun Mirror.
She had originally thought that after framing someone else, they would just leave, but unexpectedly, Chu Xuan had brought her along to visit.
Hiss¡ª
Wu Ancestor Xuan Ming felt a strange sense of excitement.
She finally understood why her little sister seemed changed aftering back this time, constantly following Chu Xuan, a person full of boldness, schemes, and intrigues. Even she was beginning to feel a bit different.
Looking at Wu Ancestor Xuan Ming¡¯s cold temperament but outwardly courteous manner, Xi Wangmu was a bit curious.
It was said that the Wu people weren¡¯t known for their manners, acting so casually. Yet, Wu Ancestor Xuan Ming seemed to be very well-mannered!
Moreover, both of them were among the rare female great powers in the world. Xi Wangmu immediately developed a good impression of her.
Their conversation carried a bit of warmth.
¡°Fellow Daoist, what brings you to my Yaochi? I don¡¯t know what brought such honor. If you need anything, I will not be stingy!¡±
Hearing Xi Wangmu¡¯s words, Xuan Ming felt more excited, though she wasn¡¯t sure what exactly had brought her here.
She immediately looked toward Chu Xuan.
Xi Wangmu noticed this and her gaze shifted. Initially, she had thought that Wu Ancestor Xuan Ming¡¯s visit was personal, but now it seemed¡
Well, seeing the closeness between this little shaman and Wu Ancestor Xuan Ming, it didn¡¯t seem too bad.
Xi Wangmu couldn¡¯t help but mutter to herself. The gap between a little shaman and a great power was indeed quiterge.
She was a bit unsure of how to phrase her words.
Before she could speak, Chu Xuan smiled.
¡°Don¡¯t be offended, Your Majesty! My name is Chu Xuan. I am here as an envoy for the Wu race. Since the race has its own procedures, I am here to discuss matters with Your Majesty! Please forgive the Wu race for any negligence!¡±
Chu Xuan was calm, natural and showed no sign of hesitation in front of a great power. The fact that he was representing the Wu race made the Xi Wangmu not dare to treat him lightly.
Though she didn¡¯t understand why the Wu race had sent such a little shaman as an envoy, since none of the Wu Ancestors objected, she naturally had no objections either.
She immediately smiled and said, ¡°Ah, so it¡¯s Fellow Daoist Chu Xuan! As the Wu race¡¯s envoy, how could there be any negligence! Please speak clearly, and if it is within my power, I will certainly assist you to the best of my ability!¡±
Hearing Xi Wangmu¡¯s words, Chu Xuan nodded and replied frankly, ¡°Since you have said this, I can rest assured! To be honest, my initial purpose ining here was not for Your Majesty, but for the Three Pure Ones! But now, it can also be for Your Majesty!¡±
The Three Pure Ones? Me?
Xi Wangmu thought for a moment, but there was something odd about it.
Meeting her gaze, Chu Xuan smiled confidently and said, ¡°Your Majesty resides in Kunlun, so you must be aware of the current situation! The deities are fighting over the cushions, and the situation has escted to a boiling point! Many Da Luo Golden Immortals have fallen, and many great masters have been wounded, with even Quasi-Saints secretly watching! Just not long ago, even Dong Wanggong¡¯s Daoist temple was attacked! Indeed, we secretly witnessed that scene earlier, which led to using to meet with Your Majesty!¡±
Hearing Chu Xuan¡¯s calm words, Xi Wangmu hadn¡¯t yet suspected anything, but Xuan Ming, who was standing beside Chu Xuan, had grown a bit tense.
He even repeated it in front of the involved person? Is this little brother serious?
Xuan Ming¡¯s eyes sparkled, her face flushed, and she tightened her grip on Chu Xuan¡¯s arm with a smile.
Xi Wangmu noticed this and furrowed her brows. She felt something was off¡ªnot with Chu Xuan, but with Wu Ancestor Xuan Ming.
There was a feeling that everything revolved around Chu Xuan.
And that excitement, her arms tightening more and more¡ªthis was really strange.
However, despite her suspicions, the Xi Wangmu didn¡¯t show it and subtly asked,
¡°Oh?¡±
Hearing Xi Wangmu¡¯s response, Chu Xuan nodded with satisfaction. It was no surprise that someone with a primordial spirit like her could read the room so well. He realized that in the Wu race, they had no one who could match that skill.
He thought for a moment, then continued speaking.
¡°Precisely because we saw that scene earlier that we came to meet Your Majesty! To be honest, the Wu race came here initially to establish contact with the Three Pure Ones and offer them protection to invest in them! The situation has be like a house of cards, worsening by the day. It¡¯s no longer a simple struggle for benefits, but one driven by hatred and pride! This is the manifestation of a killing tribtion! Kunlun will not remain peaceful for long, and the Three Pure Ones will not stay safe for long! Although there is an unspoken agreement, the deities dare not engage in arge-scale killing, once the situationes to a head, whether or not they restrain themselves will be beyond their control. Our Wu race has no primordial spirit and no need for a cushion. We are willing to offer our protection to the Three Pure Ones out of goodwill! To avoid the Three Pure Ones doubting the sincerity of our Wu race, and to make sure they are clear on the current situation, we have heard that Your Majesty has long stayed outside the fray and has not participated in the battle for the cushion. We would like to ask you to inform the Three Pure Ones and the Dong Wanggong about the attack on his temple, and about our Wu race! Please mediate on our behalf! Once the matter is settled, we will certainly express our gratitude!¡±
Listening to Chu Xuan, Xi Wangmu was startled.
But she also felt that it made perfect sense.
Indeed, even the Dong Wanggong, who had no seat, was attacked. This in itself, even though it was because he had been dragged into the battle for the seat, indicated a problem.
After all, how many Da Luo Golden Immortals had remained uninvolved in this?
Very few!
The killing tribtion had already be inevitable.
It was indeed a good thing that the Wu race was willing to protect the Three Pure Ones. Although they seemed to want to control things like the Yao race, at the very least, they could help divert some of the pressure.
This was a simple task.
Although Xi Wangmu was inclined to agree, she did not forget what was said earlier.
¡°It could also be for Xi Wangmu!¡±
She asked the question that had been on her mind.
To this, Chu Xuan smiled and said, ¡°Our Wu race does not know the will of Heaven! Naturally, we must make allies with many great masters. Now that an opportunity has presented itself, it is only right to form a bond with Xi Wangmu! The cause and effect of today are the cause and effect of the present! And in the face of tribtions, Xi Wangmu may indeed need a suitable ally! Do not rush to reject! Xi Wangmu, you wish to transcend the world, but when the tribtion is like fire, can anyone really believe in such a thing? If one person doubts, even a slight connection can bring about all kinds of karma!¡±
Xi Wangmu had originally intended to refuse, but upon hearing Chu Xuan¡¯s words, she immediately understood.
That¡¯s right¡ª how she felt didn¡¯t matter. What mattered was how others perceived it. The great tribtion, like fire, could not be stopped by mere human strength.
Moreover, the Wu race was powerful. Gaining an alliance like this was not a bad thing.
As for the Wu race¡¯s cause and effect, it would likely not be too hard to repay, given the Wu race¡¯s strength.
Xi Wangmu sighed and looked at Chu Xuan with a graceful, thoughtful gaze.
¡°I truly don¡¯t know how to refuse you, fellow Daoist.¡±
Chu Xuan smiled.
Another great being had been drawn into the tribtion.
It was impossible to remain uninvolved.
If Xi Wangmu refused, it would be simple.
He could just have a few Ancestral Witches secretly make a move on her a couple of times, and she would be drawn into the matter.
It was a side task anyway.
In truth, the main goal was to contact the Three Pure Ones.
Though it had been a spur-of-the-moment decision, it was time to prioritize this matter.
While the Wu race had provided protection for Nuwa, it couldn¡¯t afford to focus all its resources there.
Spreading the investments out was the best course of action.
Of course, with the pride of the Three Pure Ones, any investment would not be as significant as the one for Nuwa.
But it would still be enough.
It would also save manpower. If they truly wanted to protect the Three Pure Ones, the Wu race could not do so at the moment unless they exposed all their strength, even deploying the Twelve Divine Heavenly Demon Formation.
Better to get involved now and see where it leads.
¡°Mm, let the few Wu Ancestors who have acted before fight among themselves, and then step back. We¡¯ll say it¡¯s all the Wu race¡¯s work¡ª both officials and bandits. How will the Three Pure Ones handle that?¡± Chu Xuan thought wickedly.
Of course, the main reason he chose to invest in the Three Pure Ones first was that:
¡°The Three Pure Ones are destined to be Saints!¡±
This wasn¡¯t just a plot by Hongjun; it was likely rted to the Heavenly Dao.
Chu Xuan had suspected this for some time, which is why he had always instructed not to target the Three Pure Ones first.
His earlier actions had been aimed at escting the situation, and he had made moves only to that end.
Once this side was handled, it would be time to target Jie Yin and Zhun Ti. Only then could they take action.
Moreover, dealing with them would have the greatest impact on Hongjun.
After all, this was the cause and effect of bing a Saint!
And as everyone knew, cause and effect must be repaid.
Chu Xuan¡¯s gaze grew deep.
Chapter 35
Chapter 35: Xi Wangmu: My Cloud Bed! Xuan Ming Takes the Lead!
Since she had agreed to Chu Xuan¡¯s request, Xi Wangmu immediately stood up and prepared to head to East Kunlun.
Chu Xuan and Xuan Ming stayed here to wait for news.
Once Xi Wangmu left, there was nothing that could limit Xuan Ming anymore. After holding back for a while, Xuan Ming finally spoke with interest.
¡°You¡¯re really not scared at all!¡±
Chu Xuan knew exactly what she meant. Sitting on the cloud bed and eating the spiritual fruit prepared by Xi Wangmu, he smiled and replied, ¡°What is there to be afraid of? Or rather, what does our Wu race have to fear? Even if a w is exposed, so what? She¡¯s a smart person, at least smarter than Dong Wanggong. She won¡¯t turn hostile. That¡¯s also the reason I decided to ally with her.¡±
Xuan Ming heard this and was somewhat pleased. Watching Chu Xuan with his confident look, she couldn¡¯t help but feel a stir in her heart. Laughing grandly, she pped her thigh.
¡°Well said! Our Wu race really has nothing to fear!¡±
In fact, as a member of the Wu race, Xuan Ming wouldn¡¯t fear these things. Even if they acted openly, she wouldn¡¯t be afraid of anyone.
She was an Ancestor of the Wu, but still a Wu. The Wu race didn¡¯t care about such things¡ªwhether it was hatred or anything else, it didn¡¯t matter.
Fighting was the way to go!
But this time, it was done secretly, and framing others in front of everyone gave her a different kind of experience, which made her uncharacteristically nervous. Or rather, it wasn¡¯t so much nervous as it was interesting.
In the past, when they carried out sneak attacks or stirred up trouble, they always hid.
¡°I think I understand why you, little brother, enjoy using poisonous schemes so much!¡±
Xuan Ming¡¯s attitude rxed more and more, gradually returning to her carefree manner. She smiled and looked at the side of Chu Xuan¡¯s face.
However, upon hearing this, Chu Xuan furrowed his brows.
¡°What do you mean by poisonous schemes! How can this be called a poisonous scheme! Have I ever harmed them? That¡¯s just human nature, thew of the heavens, part of all things. It¡¯s the Dao! We, are practicing a new way of the Dao!¡±
Chu Xuan spoke firmly, not allowing himself to be ndered.
Xuan Ming was stunned again.
Then, seeing Chu Xuan¡¯s eyes brighten more and more, she suddenlyughed loudly, and her cold and aloof appearance shattered into pieces.
She bit Chu Xuan¡¯s ear and said, ¡°Little brother, you are really special. You¡¯re no ordinary Wu¡¡±
Then, before Chu Xuan felt his ear itch, a great force suddenly hit his chest.
He was pressed back onto the cloud bed.
The cold and alluring woman in front of him had a faint blush on her cheeks, mixed with some of her usual cool and detached aura.
A hint of excitement shed in her eyes as she straddled Chu Xuan and said the final words.
¡°I really like this! When I like something and have an idea, I¡¯ll definitely do it! I understand the thoughts of my elder brother and yours. As for you, little brother, it¡¯s not impossible! I am a Wu, a Wu Ancestor. I¡¯m not afraid of anything, little brother!¡±
Chu Xuan inhaled sharply.
¡°Don¡¯t do this, this is someone else¡¯s Dao Field!¡±
Xuan Ming didn¡¯t care.
¡°Don¡¯t think I don¡¯t know, you kept staring at her just now, just like that Nuwa!¡±
¡¡¡
When Xi Wangmu returned from Mount Sanqing and entered the secret realm, she immediately sensed that something was wrong.
On the sacred mountain of the secret realm countless mists of the Dao of Ice shrouded the sacred mountain, dispersing all prying eyes and gazes.
But ¡ª and this is crucial ¡ª Xi Wangmu wielded the pure Yin Dao, and the first strand of pure Yin energy in the world had taken form. There was a reason why she was destined to be the leader of the female immortals.
She had guessed something.
Her cheeks flushed.
She spat, ¡°That¡¯s my cloud bed!¡±
And also, would the Taiyi and the great master break it?
¡¡¡
After a long time¡ªmonths, even years¡ª
Xi Wangmu knew that it probably wouldn¡¯t break.
Her gaze lingered on the two figures walking down the sacred mountain, and Chu Xuan appeared as natural as ever,pletely unaware.
¡°Fellow Daoist, you¡¯ve waited a long time!¡±
Xi Wangmu almost spoke but stopped.
But looking at the radiant two, she finally swallowed her words. Besides, this kind of thing wasn¡¯t something that happened frequently in the still primal world of the Primordial Realm.
This is my home! It¡¯s also my cloud bed!
Xi Wangmu spat in her heart again.
Finally, she spoke.
¡°I haven¡¯t waited long. Since you two have just arrived at Yaochi, if you have any thoughts, feel free to stay longer!¡±
¡°Are you serious?¡±
Originally, Xi Wangmu was only being polite, but unexpectedly, Xuan Ming, leaning against Chu Xuan, brightened up and seemed eager to try.
Yes, she was getting a taste for it. Having never experienced such a battle method before, she hadn¡¯t suppressed Chu Xuan, her little brother, immediately.
This made her quite frustrated. If she had another chance, she wouldn¡¯t lose.
Thebative Xuan Ming, following the Wu race¡¯s nature, always wanted to measure who was stronger or weaker.
But this put Xi Wangmu in a tough spot. Her face stiffened as she didn¡¯t know how to respond.
Fortunately, Chu Xuan stepped in just in time to ease the awkward situation, smiling and saying, ¡°If there¡¯s a chance, I¡¯ll definitely do so! But for now, the tribtion is more important! Has the Xi Wangmu already talked things over with the Three Pure Ones?¡±
Xi Wangmu sighed with relief, feeling more favorable toward Chu Xuan, even though he had used her cloud bed.
But she figured it was probably forced by the Wu Ancestor. How could a mere little shaman resist a Wu Ancestor?
Xi Wangmu nodded and smiled.
¡°They haven¡¯t fully agreed yet, but it¡¯s almost settled! Though the Three Pure Ones have some differences, for the most part, they are willing to form an alliance with the Wu race. However, the details still need to be discussed between you two and the Wu race!¡±
Chu Xuan nodded solemnly and said, ¡°That is exactly the intention! Your Majesty¡¯s assistance today, the Wu race will surely remember it. If anythinges up in the future, you can send a message. The Wu race will never forget it!¡±
Seeing Chu Xuan¡¯s sincerity, Xi Wangmu¡¯s expression softened even more, and she nodded humbly. ¡°It was just passing along a message, a small favor! When you have time in the future, you are wee to visit, and I will personally wee you!¡±
¡°Wouldn¡¯t dream of forgetting!¡±
¡¡.
Chu Xuan and Xuan Ming walked out of the Yaochi, and Xuan Ming gave Chu Xuan a half-smile, almost yfully. ¡°Little brother, you¡¯re really good at handling things. Sweeping the mat to wee people!¡±
But, as usual, this didn¡¯t faze Chu Xuan, who smiled back and replied, ¡°Which mat?¡±
Xuan Ming was momentarily stunned, thenughed heartily.
She no longer lingered on the issue of Chu Xuan¡¯s interactions with the Xi Wangmu, as the Wu race wasn¡¯t particrly bothered by such matters. She just liked teasing Chu Xuan, even though she was always seen through and failed every time.
She then shifted the topic with a smile. ¡°So, are we heading to the Three Pure Ones¡¯ territory now?¡±
Chu Xuan nodded.
¡°Naturally, but when we meet the Three Pure Ones, you¡¯ll have to go on your own! The Three Pure Ones are quite capable. I can¡¯t be meeting with them for too long, so you¡¯ll handle the discussions with them!¡±
Chu Xuan quickly ryed his initial idea of the uniting of officials and bandits to Xuan Ming, leaving her stunned.
¡°This could work!¡±
In the past, Chu Xuan¡¯s ns were always grand, even when involving deceit. They had a certain scale, but they were generally vague and left the specifics to be worked out by the Ancestors of the Wu. It wasn¡¯t as sinister as now.
Looking at Chu Xuan, Xuan Ming couldn¡¯t help but feel impressed. ¡°It seems I¡¯ve taken advantage of my little brother!¡±
¡°With someone like you, little brother, it looks like I¡¯ll fall into your hands sooner orter!¡±
Saying that, without waiting for Chu Xuan to frown and speak up, she smiled and, with no hesitation, released him, fully assuming the demeanor of a Wu Ancestor leading her tribe.
She tore through the space and headed for the Three Pure Ones¡¯ domain with Chu Xuan.
Chu Xuan couldn¡¯t help but feel a bit emotional at the sight of Xuan Ming¡¯s serious manner. After all, the Wu race was the Wu race.
Even after what had just happened, she quickly adjusted and returned to her usual state.
But then again, he and Xuan Ming probably didn¡¯t have much of a rtionship. Xuan Ming had felt something, and since Wu Ancestors also needed to reproduce, she had chosen him. He was simply the most suitable candidate.
Perhaps, over time, feelings would develop, but for now, he was simply the selected biological father for the future, nothing more. And perhaps, for him, it was still a fortunate thing.
After sorting through his thoughts, Chu Xuan wasn¡¯t bothered by it.
In fact, for a man, this situation was still a good thing.
After all, both of them were Wu Ancestors, and it wasn¡¯t as though they could easily force the creation of offspring. At least, not from what had happened recently.
He quickly put all that had happened behind him and started to observe the other events unfolding in the Primordial Realm.
The great tribtion was approaching, and the subtle influence of the Ancestors of the Wu was already stirring conflicts and bloodshed. The effects were beginning to show.
As they traveled toward Mount Sanqing, a number of unpredictable Da Luo Golden Immortals, and even more powerful beings, were hiding in the shadows.
Some of the Quasi-Saints¡¯ gazes were even directed from distant regions toward them.
And as for the fleeing Zhun Ti and Jie Yin, that went without saying.
Di Jiang had personally taken action earlier.
Although he hid his Quasi-Saint level powers and shed with an ancient dragon from the sea, he had chosen to retreat after a single exchange.
The energy of the Quasi-Saints was still shaking the Primordial Realm and causing countless Da Luo Golden Immortals and mighty figures to act wildly.
Zhun Tii and Jie Yin couldn¡¯t escape for much longer!
¡°Now we just need a trigger, just one trigger!¡±
¡°This n will be pushed to its peak!¡±
¡°I want the Saint positions taken from them!¡±
Chapter 36
Chapter 36: A Single Hand Holds Down Gongming, A Flick of the Finger Presses Down the Three Heavens!
Xuan Ming evolved the Great Dao¡¯s fog as she brought Chu Xuan to the Three Pure Ones¡¯ secret realm with his identity hidden. Under several unexpected gazes, they effortlessly entered.
It was because of this that Chu Xuan sessfully met the Three Pure Ones, extremely unique beings within the Primordial Realm.
One old, one middle-aged, and one young.
Above them, everything seemed hazy and indistinct, like the Dao itself. The primordial beginning, mysterious beyond mystery.
The Three Pure Ones stood together, as though they were one body.
It was as if they were the true body of some great Dao.
Together, these three were no less than a Quasi-Saint in strength.
The Three Pure Ones were formed from Pangu¡¯s original spirit, the authentic Pangu.
In some sense, they were even more authentic than the Wu race.
After all, the Wu race was born from a part of Pangu¡¯s blood. Even though the Wu Ancestors were made from Pangu¡¯s essence, they were still merely essence, while these three were the most vital original spirits.
They had not been given attention in the past because Hongjun had been the first to attain the Dao, and no one dared specte on the Dao Ancestor¡¯s thoughts regarding these ¡°remnants of the previous era.¡±
But now, with the rise of the Saint¡¯s position, the deities had begun to understand a bit more.
It seemed that Dao Ancestor Hongjun was unconcerned, at least willing to offer them a Saint position.
Their roots were far too terrifying. This might also be one of the reasons why the deities hadn¡¯t targeted Zhun Ti or Jie Yin as strongly in their campaigns.
Chu Xuan felt a sense of enlightenment in his heart.
But he didn¡¯t speak up.
As he had told Xuan Ming before, the Three Pure Ones were too special. They couldn¡¯t stay too long without drawing attention, and the one in charge this time was Xuan Ming.
Soon, Xuan Ming had Chu Xuan leave, and the Three Pure Ones called for a disciple, who would take Chu Xuan on a tour of the secret realm.
Chu Xuan obediently followed, acted like an ordinary member of the Wu race, nd walked out of the Three Pure Ones¡¯ hall with a Daoist named Duobao, who had just arrived.
¡°Fellow Daoist Chu Xuan, shall I show you around?¡±
Duobao Daoist smiled warmly, exuding a strong sense of approachability. More importantly, he wore many treasures, though most were acquired items, they were still very dazzling.
Chu Xuan nced at the future Western teaching Buddha and smiled as well. He felt there were many things they could discuss.
A disciple of the Three Pure Ones, the future Buddha!
Though his interference now might change the future¡¯s course, all causes had their reasons.
It was likely he could still exchange a few words.
However, before he could say anything more, a weak yet handsome Daoist approached.
¡°Senior Brother Duobao! Let me guide this Dao brother instead!¡±
¡°Brother Chu Xuan, I am Guang Chengzi, a direct disciple of the Yuqing Sect. It would be better if I showed you the scenic wonders of the secret realm!¡±
Indeed, the neer was Guang Chengzi. Though he had recently been attacked, he was now striding out of his cave abode, still as determined as ever.
He came to contest with Duobao for the right to host the guest.
This was his way of expressing his own sense of orthodoxy to the outside world.
The dispute between the Shangqing and Yuqing Sects had begun to show its signs below affecting their doctrinal rtionships.
Just a nce and Chu Xuan saw through the cause and effect.
He couldn¡¯t help but feel a little emotional.
If he were within the Three Pure Ones¡¯ sect, executing his schemes would surely be much more convenient.
But even though he wasn¡¯t in their sect, Chu Xuan instinctively stirred the fire.
¡°Brother Guang Chengzi, it seems your injury isn¡¯t fully healed?¡±
Though it was a question, his certainty was evident.
Guang Chengzi¡¯s expression stiffened, and he grumbled.
¡°You don¡¯t understand, fellow Daoist. This injury was caused by a great master during an attack, not a normal injury. My teacher has already treated me; I¡¯m fine now! But if we¡¯re just ying¡¡±
¡°Then that¡¯s a pity. I¡¯ve been wanting to spar with a future disciple of a Saint and confirm my learning!¡±
Chu Xuan spoke candidly, his gaze hot with regret, acting like an overly straightforward andbative member of the Wu race.
This immediately silenced Guang Chengzi¡¯s words.
He realized any attempt to take back the hosting right would be useless.
He could only watch dumbfounded as Chu Xuan walked toward Duobao Daoist.
Duobao Daoistughed heartily.
¡°Indeed, my Shangqing Sect is vast, with many disciples, upying the greatest position among the Three Pure Ones. I certainly won¡¯t let my friend leave empty-handed!¡±
Smiling, Duobao Daoistpletely ignored Guang Chengzi¡¯s simmering anger, happily leading Chu Xuan toward the Shangqing Sect.
Behind them, Guang Chengzi stood for a long while, then coldly snorted and walked off in dissatisfaction.
After all, Chu Xuan had said it inly. If he tried to intervene now, he would be tantly losing face.
However,pared to Chu Xuan¡¯sck of respect, which was eptable because of his Wu race status, Guang Chengzi felt more anger toward Duobao Daoist¡¯s words about the ¡°vast sect¡± and ¡°greatest position among the Three Pure Ones.¡±
It felt as though Duobao had taken the orthodox position of their sect.
This irked Guang Chengzi deeply.
With teachers came disciples.
Guang Chengzi had always valued the disciples of Pangu¡¯s true sect and disapproved of those of a muddy background.
Now, he felt his status was being overshadowed, and this angered him.
Unable to be resentful of Chu Xuan, he could only resent Duobao and, by extension, the Shangqing Sect.
The Three Pure Ones inside the hall were fully aware of everything happening outside.
Laozi sighed inwardly, Tongtian didn¡¯t mind, and Yuanshi frowned.
But ultimately, none of themmented. After all, it was a matter for their disciples.
Even if they had concerns, it was probably Yuanshi¡¯s dissatisfaction with the quality of the Shangqing Sect¡¯s disciples. After all, Chu Xuan was from the Wu race, and the Wu race had no schemes.
Only Xuan Ming understood; this was clearly Chu Xuan secretly stirring up trouble. Once one viewed Chu Xuan with suspicion, everything he did could be interpreted.
Xuan Ming found this somewhat amusing. It seemed that wherever her little brother went, trouble followed.
Of course, as Chu Xuan¡¯s ally, she didn¡¯t expose this point.
She quickly shifted the topic and began discussing investment and protection matters with the Three Pure Ones.
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Inside the Shangqing Sect.
Chu Xuan manifested a giant body tens of thousands of miles high. The earth¡¯sws shook as he pressed down and caused several bright pearls to fall.
The immense divine power seemed capable of opening the heavens, and the earth felt heavy.
Gongming¡¯s expression changed drastically as he struggled, but soon, the Sea Calming Divine Pearls were struck dark by Chu Xuan¡¯s palm.
The energy links restrained him, and he was unable to resist. Just as despair began to rise,
Suddenly, three sharp cries rang out.
¡°Who are you, daring tomit murder here!¡±
¡°Senior Brother, we¡¯re here to help you!¡±
However, Zhao Gongming was not pleased but instead shocked he let out a cry.
¡°Stop, retreat quickly!¡±
But he was too slow in shouting. Three Golden Immortals, like celestial beings, with clouds and mist swirling around them, had just arrived.
They were suppressed by Chu Xuan¡¯s hand, using the dimming Sea Calming Divine Pearls. The heavy Earth Law crushed them down. He didn¡¯t even need to refine the Sea Calming Divine Pearls; instead, he relied on its inherent sturdiness to bear the Earth Law.
Boom!
The Earth Law cascaded like a waterfall.
The three celestial beings were instantly suppressed.
In the blink of an eye, they were drawn into the Sea Calming Divine Pearls, like stars caught by a satellite.
Chu Xuan, with his several hundred thousand zhang tall true body, smiled as he manipted the ,¡± causing the Sea Calming Divine Pearlsl to shake.
The three celestial beings were spun around in a daze.
The Earth Law pressed down, nearly forcing the celestial beings to manifest their cloud-like true forms.
Among the radiant clouds, Chu Xuan had already brought the three celestial beings over with a simple wave of his hand and pinched their true bodies with his fingers.
They looked like three ragdoll-like figures with terrified expressions.
Hmm, soft, like the material of the Cloud Bed of Xi Wangmu from not long ago.
A thought shed through Chu Xuan¡¯s mind.
At that moment, Zhao Gongming spoke urgently.
¡°Fellow Daoist, please stop! These are my three junior sisters. We were previously discussing Dao.¡±
Seeing this, Chu Xuan smoothly withdrew his Earth Law and released the three women.
His true form gradually shrank back to normal size.
Looking at the three women, who were disheveled and blushing under the radiant clouds that only he could perceive, he didn¡¯t look sideways butughed heartily.
¡°I naturally know, so I didn¡¯t use excessive force!¡±
However, as soon as he finished speaking, one of the green-robed celestial beings angrily said, ¡°What do you mean by not using excessive force? You even dared to¡ª¡±
But before she could finish, Yunxiao and Qiongxiao interrupted together.
¡°Third sister!¡±
Chu Xuan pretended not to understand.
¡°What do you mean, three fellow Daoists? My true form is vast, so capturing you is like ying with toys! Indeed, you cultivators of the primordial spirit care about your dignity. But it¡¯s nothing. I may be one level higher than you, but I¡¯m still a little shaman, at the Taiyi Golden Immortal level. I can¡¯t see through yourw of your bodies, so I didn¡¯t mean to offend.¡±
He wasn¡¯t doing it on purpose; after all, it wasn¡¯t as if he became enamored the moment they met. The key was that his cultivation level and perspective were too high. Somemon techniques seemed extraordinary due to his enhanced cultivation, which led to this reaction.
Moreover, with his current level and persona, he naturally wouldn¡¯t admit to anything.
The three celestial beings exchanged looks and gradually came to realize that they had overthought the earlier situation.
Chapter 37
Chapter 37: The Opportunity Arrives! The Battle Between Dong Wanggong and Kunpeng!
Thews of the earth pressed down, caressing the and causing their true forms to be exposed in embarrassing ways. Even the tips of their fingers pressed down on their true forms, which left them blushing and almost unable to maintain their innate Dao forms. In their panic, they subconsciously ignored this fact.
Looking back now, the other party was only a Taiyi Golden Immortal. If they did not cultivate the same Dao, how could they easily pierce through theirws and radiant light?
Only the Da Luo Golden Immortal could use Dao to govern Dao andprehend allws. (Even Da Luo Golden Immortals, who belong to the same level, find it difficult to peer into each other¡¯s powers. Generally, Quasi-Saint cannot either.)
The three women sighed in relief as they thought of this.
Yunxiao stepped forward and bowed in greeting.
¡°Yunxiao of the Three Xiao, greetings, fellow Daoist. We were impulsive earlier! We saw our senior brother in a desperate situation and instinctively acted to help! Please forgive us!¡±
Chu Xuan shook his head grandly.
¡°It¡¯s fine! I was simply excited by the hunt!¡±
¡°Fellow Daoist Gongming¡¯s twelve Sea Calming Divine Pearls are truly as mighty as mountains and seas like twelve heavens descending! In my emotional state, I acted against you all! I should have exined the situation earlier!¡±
Zhao Gongming smiled in delight. He was quite pleased with the praise from a fellow cultivator of the same realm who had just defeated him.
After all, it mattered who was giving the praise. If it was Chu Xuan, he naturally felt that he was indeed worthy of praise.
He quickly responded, ¡°I dare not,¡± and began a mutual ttery exchange, saying that fellow Daoist of the Wu race¡¯s true form was indeed renowned in the Primordial Realm.
Seeing this, Yunxiao and Qiongxiao felt that the Wu race was humble and polite. Despite the earlier misunderstanding, they now saw the Wu race in a new light. The Wu race could be so graceful, which made their previous misunderstanding seem even more inappropriate.
Only Bixiao, who had remained silent at first, looked uncertain, still suspicious.
¡°Although theirws shed, it seemed as if thews were crushed before. The sensation felt real!¡±
Despite her doubts, Bixiao saw that no one else had raised the issue, so she kept quiet.
¡°Indeed, a Taiyi Golden Immortal should not be able to suppress ourws to such an extent!¡±
Meanwhile, Duobao Daoist approached and sat with everyone to discuss the Dao with great pleasure.
¡°Daoist Chu Xuan¡¯s great power is astounding! He was able to suppress Gongming¡¯s twelve Sea Calming Divine Pearls. Even though my cultivation is slightly higher than Gongming¡¯s, I usually wouldn¡¯t dare to receive his Sea Calming Divine Pearls. It¡¯s like the Great Pangu is still alive!¡±
¡°One can almost glimpse a hint of Pangu¡¯s grandeur from it!¡±
His words praised both of them, which drew happy responses from the guests.
Chu Xuan, although smiling on the surface, couldn¡¯t help but feel some emotion inwardly.
¡°Sure enough, Duobao Daoist is not as simple as he appears! I originally nned to spar with him but unexpectedly ran into Zhao Gongming, and he diverted the focus onto Zhao Gongming! However, it makes sense. After all, I am a guest here to discuss matters of assistance, and he is disciple of the eldest Shangqing. It wouldn¡¯t look good whether I won or lost! It¡¯s a pity. I originally wanted to suppress Duobao and make him the subject of Guang Chengzi¡¯s ridicule to add fuel to the division of the Three Pure Ones!¡±
Indeed, Chu Xuan had hidden his cultivation and acted under the guise of a casual exchange, but he had some hidden motives.
Although he was currently investing in the Three Pure Ones, it was for the future of the Wu race, not out of genuine goodwill.
He had to n for the future.
The current cause and effect did not reach too far and needed more nning to bind them together.
If the Three Pure Ones remained united, the future need for the Wu race would greatly diminish.
Dividing Three Pure Ones was the right path.
Once the Three Pure Ones separated, even if they became Saints, their influence over the Wu race would not be as strong.
To avoid a butterfly effect and perhaps out of instinct to make his move first, Chu Xuan had made these calctions.
But it seemed that part of his n had fallen through.
Guang Chengzi was not very clever, but Duobao didn¡¯t appear to be the same.
The future Buddha?
Chu Xuan¡¯s gaze flickered.
Just as he was about to speak, a sudden disturbance from afar, beyond the Three Pure Ones¡¯s secret realm, shook countlessws of heaven and earth.
It immediately caught the attention of everyone present, even the entire Primordial Realm.
¡°It¡¯s here!¡±
The opportunity!
Chu Xuan immediately buried his ns regarding the Three Pure Ones deep in his heart. There was no rush concerning them.
The key now was thepetition for the Saint position!
His eyes pierced through the tremblingws of the Dao in the world.
At this moment, the tremors in the Dao were so great that one didn¡¯t need high cultivation to sense it; the transmission ofws was enough for all Golden Immortal-level beings to feel it. The Golden Immortal realm is where one begins to truly controlws.
Now, the disturbance in thews of the Primordial Realm was so intense that even Golden Immortals were affected.
This could only be a life-and-death battle of beings with immense powers!
The gazes of countless mighty beings in the Primordial Realm turned towards it.
They saw a vast, pure Yang energy overwhelming the boundless void and falling towards a furious and shocked Kunpeng.
The roar of Kunpeng echoed.
¡°Dong Wanggong, are you crazy?!¡±
Chapter 38
Chapter 38: The Outbreak of the Killing Tribtion! The Fall of a Great Master!
It wasn¡¯t just Kunpeng who was surprised; the countless powerful beings in the entire Primordial Realm were also deeply moved.
No one had expected Dong Wanggong to suddenlyunch a sneak attack on Kunpeng.
If it were merely a battle for the Saint position, that would be one thing.
But at this moment, Kunpeng was clearly not by the side of any of the holders of the cushion.
Instead, he was directly struck by a sudden attack.
And this wasn¡¯t just any ordinary strike. It was a full-on explosion of power, which was intended to sever life and death.
The pure Yangws pressed down on ten thousand paths. A Dao fruit vaguely began to form as pure Yang energy chaos engulfed the void and blurred mountains and rivers.
Dong Wanggong pressed down with overwhelming force, his cold gaze shing.
¡°When you made your move earlier, you should have expected this day! I cannot be insulted!¡±
Kunpeng didn¡¯t have time to dodge and took the blow head-on, which caused blood to spill into the void.
The Great Peng pped his wings, his face filled with a fierce rage.
¡°How dare you! The cause and effect of our earlier encounter has not been settled! You dare to sneak attack me?! Do you really think I won¡¯t strike back?! Today, I will teach you that even between those with great powers, there are still differences!¡±
Boom!
Kunpeng recovered from the blow and immediately retaliated, not even bothering to inquire about the reason. He believed it was because of thest time he and Minghe had injured Dong Wanggong together.
This fueled his anger even further.
After all, he had missed the Saint position because of that, and now he was being attacked first? This was asking for death!
Kunpeng, already boiling with rage, shed fiercely.
The void turned to mud, and countless Daows tore through mountains and rivers and created chaos.
Sword lights mixed with pure Yang energy shed with wings and ws.
Dong Wanggong was too proud to speak much. Moreover, Kunpeng had never denied the cause. The misunderstanding only fueled his rage further and made him eager to settle the score.
There had already been cause and effect between them, so there was no way to clear up the misunderstanding.
The cause and effect between them had been ignited, and it was now a done deal.
Chu Xuan stood firm in the Three Pure Ones¡¯ Secret Realm, a faint smile shing across his eyes.
The most crucial point was that with this clearing of cause and effect, the entire Primordial Realm¡¯s atmosphere changed drastically.
This was the perfect opportunity to trigger the tribtion.
All beings felt the storm approaching.
If previously the deities had focused on the battle for the Saint position, now it was a battle over cause and effect!
¡°A Killing Tribtion!¡±
Someone sighed, as they realized what was happening.
The deities were horrified.
The battles across the Primordial Realm turned chaotic, and slowly, some of the deities began to stir, suddenlyunching attacks on each other.
This was a dark forest. In the pursuit of the Saint position, too much cause and effect had been umted. They hadn¡¯t moved before because the Saint position was paramount, but now, with the death match of the first great power¡
The deities were eager to strike first.
Perhaps some had the sense to call for restraint.
But with some Wu Ancestors faking their identities andpleting several sneak attacks, the situation became more tangled, and the tribtion erupted with explosive force.
The countless Daows across the Primordial Realm trembled, and battles at the level of Da Luo Golden Immortals broke out in various ces.
In fact, this caused the Three Pure Ones, as well as Zhun Ti and Jie Yin, to temporarily quiet down.
But was this the truth?
Not at all. They were still engaged in bloody battles elsewhere. How could they hold back in thepetition for the Saint position?
They had only just caught their breath.
And just as they did, a dozen Da Luo Golden Immortals from Chu Xuan¡¯s side broke into the Three Pure One¡¯s Secret Realm.
Although they were immediately countered by the Three Pure Ones, Xuan Ming also made her move to repel the deities¡
¡°That¡¯s a fellow Daoist from Western Kunlun! Also from Eastern Kunlun, and the Northern and Western Seas! I can sense parts of their Daows!¡±
Tongtian Daoist spoke with aplex expression.
Everyone fell silent.
Revealing their true forms wasn¡¯t out of choice, but because they had exerted their full strength, and could no longer conceal themselves.
Even the Three Pure Ones had been forced to reveal themselves, let alone Zhun Ti and Jie Yin, who were directly ambushed by dozens of Da Luo Golden Immortals. Several powerful beings hade together to strike them.
They were severely injured, their true forms sted to pieces multiple times.
A Long race Quasi-Saint stepped in to protect them, momentarily holding off the attacks.
But this time, even the Quasi-Saints couldn¡¯t deter everyone.
A great power whispered, ¡°It¡¯s just an old dragon burdened with karma! He can¡¯t stop us! Force him, kill him! The Long race is declining, and they still want to join the great struggle! Detonate his karma and burn him alive! A Quasi-Saint can¡¯t stop us!¡±
Numerous Da Luo Golden Immortals joined forces without hesitation and fought against the Quasi-Saint.
The Quasi-Saint bled!
His karma burned, and faint dragon cries of pain could be heard.
The Eastern Sea was shattered.
Countless sea creatures turned to dust.
Many Aquatic and Long race experts rushed to help.
More and more deities joined the fray.
Even the usually dominant Wu race faced attacks, with some of their Wu Ancestors secretly returning.
They no longer stirred trouble elsewhere.
Chaos! The world shook!
The killing intent surged!
The tribtion energy rose artificially and gradually gathered into an unstoppable force.
Faintly, the Feng and Qilin races were seen in the mix.
Although they did not deploy their Quasi-Saints like the Long race, they chose to back the Three Pure Ones and Nuwa.
In this situation, with cause and effect entangled and the tribtion shaking, even the calmest deities found it hard to stayposed.
Many were puzzled at how things had escted so quickly.
But there was no time to investigate anymore. This was already a done deal.
ughter, blood, and fire¡ªDa Luo Golden Immortals were injured, and Quasi-Saints fought relentlessly.
The Yao race¡¯s Heavenly Court also joined the lower realm, and the Ancestors of the Wu were frequently mobilizing.
Donghuang Taiyi, Di Jiang, and Zhu Rong, these prominent Quasi-Saint level experts, caused an earth-shattering impact.
But they could not gain an overwhelming advantage.
Because it was clear that everyone had gone all out and disregarded everything.
The Killing Tribtion had reached its peak after a hundred, even several hundred years of evolution.
Emperor Jun, who also took action, frowned as he watched the Wu race simultaneously protecting Nuwa and even intervening for the Three Pure Ones.
Gritting his teeth, he gave instructions to the Yao race¡¯s forces.
¡°Protect the future Saints, Zhun Ti and Jie Yin!¡±
The Killing Tribtion was too great, and thepetition for the cushions was difficult.
His old rivals were also protecting four future Saints, and though it was taxing, it made Emperor Jun anxious. If they seeded, the Yao race¡¯s future would truly be hopeless.
However, he could not sabotage their efforts. The Wu race was powerful, having revealed a second Quasi-Saint, with numerous Wu Ancestors at the great master level. If he spread his forces thin, the Yao race would likely gain nothing.
To secure their future, he made the painful decision to protect Zhun Ti and Jie Yin.
Donghuang Taiyi and Emperor Jun led dozens of Great Luo Golden Immortals and descended to the lower realm to protect Zhun Ti and Jie Yin.
At the Eastern Sea battlefield, where Zhun Ti and Jie Yin, the most vulnerable and obviously the most dangerous Quasi-Saints, were located, over a hundred Da Luo Golden Immortals had gathered, with dozens of great master level experts.
With the addition of the Yao race¡¯s Heavenly Court, the number surged to over two hundred.
It was almost enough to ruin the Eastern Sea.
Zhun Ti and Jie Yin were terrified, as they felt that they could be shattered at any moment.
And it was at this very moment that the world suddenly trembled.
A great master had fallen!
The Great Peng: The term Great Peng is used as an alternate title emphasizing his bird-like form during battle.
Feng race: A mythical n or race associated with the phoenix, often representing rebirth, immortality, and divine power in Chinese mythology.
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