Chapter 212: The Opportunity to Become a Sage Stirs Hearts

Please, two fellow Daoists!

Zhenyuanzi made an inviting gesture toward Haotian Shangdi and Yaochi Jinmu.

They also were not polite, each taking a light bite.

Not bad!

Haotian Shangdi praised.

Yaochi Jinmu also nodded, but the two did not show any particular exaggerated expression.

After all, as the masters of the Heavenly Court, they had seen all sorts of fine things, so naturally they would not be rude over a single fairy fruit.

At that moment, Haotian Shangdi noticed that there was still a ginseng fruit in the plate held by Qingfeng, and he couldn't help but feel curious.

"Zhenyuan Great Immortal, I see you brought three ginseng fruits, but I don't know who this third one is prepared for."

In an instant, all the immortals present turned their curious gazes over.

Of the three ginseng fruits, two were given respectively to Haotian Shangdi and Yaochi Jinmu, because these two hold exalted status.

Everyone was curious as to who was worthy of enjoying this third ginseng fruit.

After all, the ownership of this third ginseng fruit, in a sense, represents that person's standing in Zhenyuanzi's heart, equal to that of Haotian Shangdi and Yaochi Jinmu.

"This third one..."

Zhenyuanzi was about to speak when, at that moment, a voice came——

"Zhenyuan Great Immortal, this humble monk sees that this fruit is fated with my Western Teaching; why not let me take it back to the Western Teaching so the two sages may enjoy it? In this way, you too can form a good affinity with my Western Teaching."

Upon hearing this, the immortals' faces changed.

The people of the Western Teaching have arrived!

To be frank, everyone present had no fondness for the Western Teaching, because whenever they saw something good, they claimed it was fated with the Western Teaching.

"Hmph!"

With a cold snort, Yaochi Jinmu flicked her sleeve and said, "The people of the Western Teaching, my palace seems not to have invited you two!"

Facing Yaochi Jinmu's disdainful attitude, Bailian Tongzi didn't care either, relying on having a thick skin.

"This humble monk Bailian, accompanied by Junior Disciple Jinchan, pays respects to Haotian Shangdi and Yaochi Jinmu!"

Bailian Tongzi and the Six-Winged Golden Cicada performed the salute together.

"Speak, why have you come?"

Yaochi Jinmu spoke bluntly, saying that although one does not strike a smiling face, the other's courtesy was added, and she also did not want to have people drive the two out.

After all, the two represent the face of the Two Sages of the West.

"Reporting to the Golden Mother, my master has calculated that this Peach Banquet will present an opportunity to become a sage; he has specially ordered us two to come and observe."

Bailian Tongzi spoke frankly.

"What? An opportunity to become a sage? Monk, you're not joking, are you?"

Bianzhuang widened his eyes, looking at Bailian Tongzi with utter disbelief.

"Those who have left home do not tell lies!"

Bailian Tongzi said with a smile.

Looking at Bailian Tongzi, Zhenyuanzi's eyes narrowed slightly.

"Indeed, as expected of sages; I fear that the calculations of those two surpass even mine!"

Meanwhile, in a corner of the banquet, a girl ate a peach of immortality and looked at the woman beside her, saying, "Is this the reason you brought me? Tsk tsk, the opportunity to become a sage—you woman, are you stuck at that final step, I wonder how many aeons have passed?"

Beside her, the woman wore a noncommittal expression.

In fact, she agreed to bring the girl beside her to the Peach Banquet precisely for this reason.

But even now, she has not figured out what that so‑called opportunity to become a sage actually is.

"However, according to the reckoning of the Six Paths Reincarnation Disk, that trace of sage‑hood opportunity is related to the girl beside me; I just don't know what it is."

The woman silently thought to herself.

"How could there be an opportunity to become a sage?"

At this moment, the most shocked was Haotian Shangdi.

After all, the Heavenly Realm is his domain, and he also has that great elder as his backer.

If the Heavenly Realm truly produced an opportunity to become a sage, he ought to be the first to know.

However, the fact is that Haotian Shangdi knows nothing of this, and even that great elder behind him has not given any forewarning.

Haotian Shangdi does not understand why this situation has arisen.

……

"Interesting!"

At the same time, atop the Three Realms Treasure Carriage, Ao Yifan embraced Yunhua and Longji, his gaze falling on the Gods' List in his hand.

Heavenly Dao Warning!

Ao Yifan never expected that the Heavenly Dao Warning would appear on the Gods' List in his hand.

"Is this a mistaken message?"

Ao Yifan clearly understood that this Heavenly Dao Warning on his side was actually intended for his wife's older brother and father‑in‑law.

Moreover, Ao Yifan had already achieved godhood early on, and Puxian Zhenren and Feitan had been listed in succession, thereby confirming the orthodox status of the Gods' List in his hand.

Thus, the fake became real, while the one in Haotian Shangdi's hand turned out to be counterfeit.

This also explains why the Heavenly Dao Warning was sent to his side.

"However, seeing that even the so‑called Heavenly Dao can err, I can actually do more things this way."

Thinking thus, Ao Yifan put his arms around Yunhua and Longji and said, "Two ladies, we are about to arrive at the Peach Banquet; do you feel a longing to return home? I think my father‑in‑law will be delighted to see you."

Upon hearing this, the Immortal Maiden Yunhua and Princess Longji exchanged a glance, each seeing a hint of helplessness in the other's eyes.

What a surprise!

They could almost picture it: the two of them bringing their husbands and a horde of children home, their elder brother (father emperor) would certainly be more shocked than pleased.

However, the two women also trusted Ao Yifan, knowing that he must have his reasons for doing this.

So, whether it was Immortal Maiden Yunhua or Princess Longji, they weren't overly worried.

At least, in their view, with Ao Yifan's current strength, protecting them and the children was still no problem.

……

"Bailian Tongzi, are you sure you're not joking?"

To be honest, the Heavenly Emperor at this moment has already lost his composure a bit.

And he didn't notice that a wisp of gray, murky calamity energy had surfaced in his eyes.

It's quite obvious that the calamity energy backlash from his previous forcible intervention in the lower realm has not yet been completely eliminated.

All of this, others hadn't noticed, but the Golden Mother of the Jade Pool, who was most familiar with the Heavenly Emperor, keenly sensed something.

"Indeed, being with him and parting is correct!"

The Golden Mother of the Jade Pool secretly felt fortunate, having once followed that great lord; she naturally knew the Heavenly Emperor's current situation was extremely perilous.

"Never mind, if it cannot be done, I will finally lend him a hand, which will also be considered as completely settling our karma."

The Golden Mother of the Jade Pool secretly thought so, but on the surface she remained unmoving and silent, quietly watching the situation unfold.

"Your Majesty, the Heavenly Emperor!"

White Lotus Child respectfully said: "These are the words of the Two Sages; they could not possibly be wrong. However, the Two Sages were unable to calculate what the so-called opportunity for sainthood is—whether it is some thing or some person—remains unclear."

"I see!"

The Heavenly Emperor's face showed a hint of contemplation, his gaze sweeping over the assembled immortals.