Chapter 206: The Three Clears Part Ways
Guangchengzi, who was still kneeling in the hall, felt the vast aura from the head of the hall and immediately looked up.
"Master!" Seeing Yuanshi Tianzun return, Guangchengzi hurriedly greeted him loudly.
Behind him, Chijingzi and the others also all looked up.
Only, at this moment, Yuanshi Tianzun was shrouded in Dao Rhyme, making it impossible to see his face clearly.
Only Chaos lightning raged around his body, and Earth Wind Water Fire surged; it seemed that Master was in a very bad mood.
"Hmph!"
Sure enough, an angry snort rang out in the hall.
Below, Guangchengzi and the others hurriedly lowered their heads, not daring to breathe loudly or even think wildly in their minds.
"Look at you all, bruised and swollen, losing face for your master! All of you, go to the back mountain and face the wall for ten thousand years!" Seeing the disheveled state of Guangchengzi and the others again, Yuanshi Tianzun was even more furious.
He cared most about his reputation in this life; his disciples being inferior to others meant that he, Yuanshi Tianzun, also lost face.
"Yes! Disciple obeys!" Feeling the master's fury, how could Guangchengzi and the others dare to say more?
As they spoke, magic power surged within their bodies, and their external injuries healed in an instant.
Many of them were Innate Humans and all had the cultivation of Golden Immortals, so minor skin injuries naturally were of no great concern.
They had only started out trying to appear miserable, hoping their master would stand up for them, but now it seemed an accident had occurred.
Guangchengzi and his group, having scrambled up, did not dare to linger at all; they hurriedly exited the main hall and ran toward the back mountain.
Yuanshi Tianzun, still sitting quietly on the Cushion with his eyes closed, had ethereal Dao sounds transmitted.
"Antarctic! You withdraw as well, cultivate quietly, and do not weaken the majesty of my Chan Sect!"
Antarctic Immortal walked out with long strides and respectfully accepted the order: "Antarctic strictly obeys Master's command!"
After performing a respectful deep bow, he also slowly exited the main hall.
In the quiet main hall, Yuanshi Tianzun opened his eyes faintly, his brows locked tight.
Because of what had just happened, he could not bring himself to ask Big Brother about the matter of luck, so he could only study it well himself for now.
After some thought, a faint milky-white halo rose around Yuanshi Tianzun.
Just as he was planning to cultivate, he raised his head slightly and looked toward the East.
Tongtian had actually left Kunlun Mountain and gone to the East Sea.
Yuanshi Tianzun muttered a word, but he was too lazy to pay attention and began to focus on studying the luck of the Human Race.
On the banks of the Weishui in the Eastern Land, Fuxi looked up at the sky, his eyes full of envy.
"Sigh! Even fellow Daoist Hongyun has Proved the Dao to Hunyuan!" Fuxi sighed softly and turned to look at the Human Race in the distance.
It had been some time since he came out of the Buzhou Mountain Consciousness Space, and he had long since found the Human Race that Nuwa had left in the East.
Compared to the Human Race living in the Consciousness Space, the Human Race here did not have it so easy.
Because of what Tian Yuan had done, the Heavenly Tribulation had ended, and without the influence of the Calamity Sha, the ten thousand races were not affected, but the Primordial World was still full of danger.
Although Laozi had passed down the Golden Core Dao earlier, the newborn Human Race still lived very arduously.
Not only were there dangers from the ten thousand races, but there were also natural disasters in the Primordial World.
After he arrived, he had helped these humans quite a bit, but it was impossible to do everything himself.
If the Human Race wanted to stand firm in the Primordial World, they mainly had to rely on themselves.
But after so many years, the Human Race was still ignorant and knew nothing about heaven and earth.
They did not know the sun, moon, and stars, nor did they understand wind, thunder, rain, and lightning; every time these occurred, they were terrified.
Looking at the humans in the distance who were kneeling on the ground because of the strange phenomena, a thought suddenly flashed through Fuxi's mind.
Teach the Human Race!
In an instant, his heart suddenly opened up, and an inexplicable Dao Rhyme dissipated around his body.
"Haha... My Dao, my Dao is clear!" Fuxi stood up and laughed toward the sky.
At this moment, Fuxi finally clarified his Dao; teaching the Human Race and leading them toward civilization was his mission.
Nuwa had created the Human Race, and he would guide and lead the Human Race toward prosperity.
What fellow Daoist Tian Yuan said was true; his Dao was indeed in the Human Race.
Overjoyed, Fuxi walked with long strides toward the gathering place of the Human Race on the banks of the Weishui.
Fuxi understood that his Dao was not far away.
"The Human Race is truly so extraordinary!" Above the firmament, Tongtian looked at Fuxi by the Wei River, his face showing surprise and doubt.
With the Three Clears drifting apart, he intended to find a dojo in the Primordial World, and immediately there was a distant response from the East Sea.
Who knew that on the way there, he suddenly sensed an inexplicable Dao Rhyme below and saw the scene before him.
He naturally recognized Fuxi, one of the Three Thousand Guests of Purple Heaven Palace and the elder brother of Junior Sister Nuwa.
Ever since he was captured by Tian Yuan earlier, he had rarely walked on the Primordial World, and now meeting him again, it was the moment the other party understood the Dao.
His gaze slowly shifted away, and Tongtian looked at those weak humans.
Nuwa created the Human Race and Proved the Dao to Hunyuan, his two elder brothers also became Saints because of establishing sects for the Human Race, and now Fuxi's Dao was actually related to the Human Race as well.
How could the tiny Human Race have such great ability? How could Tongtian not be shocked in his heart?
However, after observing for just a little while, Tongtian paid no more attention.
His Dao was 'Jie', to intercept a glimmer of life for all things and all living beings; the Human Race had the potential to be the protagonist of heaven and earth, but they were not his first choice for disciples.
Withdrawing his gaze, Tongtian strode out and hurried toward the East Sea.
He did not have much friendship with Fuxi, and now he had no heart to make friends; whether for the sake of the Jie Sect disciples or for himself, Tongtian had many things to do.
Fuxi below did not know that a Heavenly Dao Saint had passed over his head, and he ran into the human tribe full of joy.
To integrate into the Human Race, one naturally could not rashly use great magic power or great divine abilities.
The departing Tongtian arrived at a sea surface, which was the place that resonated with his heart.
Before Tongtian could investigate carefully, he saw thick mists rising below, and a massive island slowly emerged.
Just by taking one look, Tongtian liked it from the bottom of his heart.
A Spiritual Vein; this island happened to sit right upon a Main Vein of the East, making it suitable as a Saint's dojo.
Filled with joy, Tongtian took a step and landed on the island before him.
As his figure merged into the space, booming Dao sounds spread across the island: "I am Tongtian, Sect Leader of the Jie Sect. From now on, this island shall be the dojo of my Jie Sect!"
Yuanshi Tianzun, who was meditating far away on Kunlun Mountain, suddenly opened his eyes and stared toward the direction of the East Sea.
"Tongtian! Very well, very well!" He knew Tongtian had headed toward the East Sea, but he had not expected it to be for this matter.
Although Tongtian's Dao sounds did not spread across the entire Primordial World, the three of them were of one body as the Three Pure Ones, and furthermore, he was a Heavenly Dao Saint, so he naturally knew instantly.
Ever since they took form, the Three Pure Ones had been inseparable, yet now Tongtian was actually leaving him.
Amidst his anger, Yuanshi Tianzun thought of the group of Jie Sect disciples on the mountain, and his heart instantly felt comfortable again.
A bunch of beasts; it is just as well that they are leaving now, saving him the annoyance of looking at them. From now on, Kunlun Mountain should be much quieter.
But the next second, Yuanshi Tianzun's expression went blank, and he hurriedly stood up and vanished from the hall. "Big Brother! Where are you going?" Yuanshi Tianzun appeared in the sky, looking at two figures in the distance.
He had learned of Tongtian's actions, and Laozi, being one of the Three Pure Ones, surely knew as well. Now that he was actually taking Xuan-du and leaving Kunlun Mountain, how could this not make Yuanshi Tianzun let his imagination run wild?
Tongtian leaving was one thing, but Yuanshi Tianzun still held great respect for his Big Brother. Moreover, he would still need to consult his Big Brother regarding the matter of Humanity Luck.
Now that he saw the master and disciple acting, Yuanshi Tianzun was naturally anxious.
Laozi did not stop his movement, but a detached voice came: "That Shouyang Mountain has an affinity with me; from now on, it shall be my place of meditation."
Accompanied by Laozi's ethereal Dao sounds, the two figures slowly vanished in the sky.
Yuanshi Tianzun stood stunned in the air, his face filled with disbelief.
Kunlun Mountain was the Ancestral Vein of the East, and after the recent surge in spiritual energy, it went without saying how precious it was; yet now, his Big Brother actually wanted to change his dojo.
Shouyang Mountain was not bad, but it certainly could not compare to Kunlun Mountain.
Yuanshi Tianzun knew his Big Brother's character very well; since he had already spoken, he naturally would not go back on his word.
After his expression shifted repeatedly, he could only angrily say: "It is just as well that this Kunlun Mountain shall belong to me alone!"
The furious Yuanshi Tianzun then returned to the hall and began to seclude himself for meditation.
On Golden Turtle Island, Tongtian looked at the dozen or so figures before him, his face very satisfied.
This island was extraordinary and had nurtured many powerful beings; from now on, it would be the Jie Sect dojo, and the beings on the island would naturally be members of the Jie Sect.
Teaching without discrimination was the true path; any one of these before him was no worse than those Chan Sect disciples.
Tongtian firmly believed that he would prove with his actions that his Dao was not wrong, and the teachings of the Jie Sect were not wrong either.
Tongtian, who was smiling, suddenly frowned and turned to look toward the direction of Kunlun Mountain.
Although they were separated by billions upon billions of miles, Tongtian still clearly perceived the situation on Kunlun Mountain.
"Big Brother has left too?" Tongtian stroked his chin, his eyes filled with deep confusion.
He had to leave Kunlun Mountain because his teachings were at odds with Yuanshi's, and their disciples often fought. But Big Brother was different; he only had Xuan-du, so why would he need to leave Kunlun Mountain? Thinking of his Big Brother's reactions over this recent period, Tongtian felt even more worried.
Ever since they established their sects and became Saints, Tongtian felt that the three brothers were not as close as before; this was not just with Yuanshi, but with Big Brother Laozi as well.
Before becoming Saints, he often argued with Yuanshi over the Dao, but Big Brother would always mediate between them.
Although he and Yuanshi argued constantly, it was merely a difference of opinion regarding the Dao and did not affect their brotherly bond much.
But recently, Big Brother had chosen to ignore the conflicts between them.
The fact that things had reached this point with his Second Brother Yuanshi was not unrelated to Big Brother's "non-action." Now that he had also left Kunlun Mountain, it seemed even more peculiar.
"Is it because of becoming a Saint?" Tongtian whispered softly, looking up toward the direction of the Chaos Purple Heaven Palace.
Tongtian vaguely felt that the changes in the Three Pure Ones might be related to that person.
On that side, Hongyun, having left the Fire Cloud Cave, had already arrived at the Northern Great Marsh.
Above the waters, massive Dragon Essence floated and sank, with the Four Seas Dragon Kings guarding the four directions, and Dragon Clan members constantly moving back and forth in the middle.
Seeing this, Hongyun was slightly surprised, but he did not linger and headed straight for the Ancestral Vein deep underground.
Landing below and looking at the massive Golden Source, Hongyun's eyes brightened once again.
In the gushing Golden Source, he clearly felt the aura of Zhenyuanzi.
"Zhenyuanzi, I didn't expect you to have reached this step too!" From the aura emanating from the Ancestral Vein, Zhenyuanzi had also realized his own Dao and was currently in the midst of enlightenment.
After observing carefully, Hongyun left with a smile on his face.
In his heart, he thought that after Zhenyuanzi attained the Dao, he would send the Kongtong Seal over as a gesture of congratulations.
After checking the Northern Earth Veins briefly, Hongyun did not stay long and returned to Mount Buzhou.
Having just entered the Hunyuan Great Luo Golden Immortal realm, he needed to consolidate his cultivation, and furthermore, he needed to study the Humanity Luck properly.
Just as Hongyun intended to dive into the Fire Cloud Cave, he stopped his movement and cast his gaze toward the foot of Mount Buzhou.
After Tian Yuan imparted the Hunyuan Dao, many beings were reluctant to leave and lingered at the foot of Mount Buzhou, but as time passed, they left one by one.
Yet at this moment, there was still a figure kneeling under Mount Buzhou.
Sweeping his gaze over, Hongyun's face revealed surprise; he recognized that being.
It was his first time seeing the other party, but the name was like thunder to his ears.
The Six-Eared Macaque, the very one whom Hongjun had referred to during the Purple Heaven Palace sermon with the words, "The Dharma shall not be passed to the six-eared."
Taking a step, Hongyun instantly arrived before the Six-Eared Macaque.
"Monkey! Why are you still kneeling here under Mount Buzhou?" Hongyun looked the Six-Eared Macaque up and down, his eyes filled with curiosity.
He was now a dignified Hunyuan Great Luo Golden Immortal, and his coming down here was entirely because of the Six-Eared Macaque's identity.
Being able to incur Hongjun's displeasure was enough to pique his curiosity.
The Six-Eared Macaque, who was kneeling and meditating, was startled and hurriedly opened his eyes.
But upon looking up, the Six-Eared Macaque recognized the visitor. He hurriedly cupped his hands and greeted respectfully: "Greetings, Senior Hongyun!"
Although he was in quiet cultivation and had been staying at the foot of Mount Buzhou, he knew quite a lot about the affairs of the Primordial World.
Regarding this Hongyun who had just succeeded in Proving the Dao to Hunyuan, the Six-Eared Macaque was naturally very clear, and he also knew the relationship between the other party and Tian Yuan.
With excitement in his heart, the Six-Eared Macaque hurriedly responded in a loud voice: "Replying to the senior, Six-Eared wishes to be initiated into the sect of the Yuan Ancestor, but has never been able to see him, so I am kneeling here in hopes of catching a glimpse."
He had already been kneeling at the foot of Mount Buzhou for a very long time, but unfortunately, no one had paid him any mind; he had not expected that someone would finally ask him today, and it was Hongyun at that.
Hongyun was slightly taken aback, a strange look in his eyes.
To be initiated into the sect of Tian Yuan? This monkey really had quite the ambition.
How exquisite the Hunyuan Dao is; Tian Yuan is righteous and has widely spread it to all living beings of the Primordial World, and many wish to be initiated into his sect.
Brother Tian Yuan is honored by all living beings of the Primordial World as the 'Yuan Ancestor', and his status is already above that of Dao Ancestor Hongjun; he is not someone others can see just because they want to.
Seeing that Hongyun only smiled without speaking, the Six-Eared Macaque became a bit anxious and immediately said urgently: "The Yuan Ancestor once saved my life, and Six-Eared has always kept it in my heart; I hope Senior Hongyun can help me."
"This is the foot of Mount Buzhou; Brother might already know of your affairs!"
After saying this, Hongyun did not wait for the Six-Eared Macaque to reply and had already vanished from the scene.
The Six-Eared Macaque had come to seek Brother Tian Yuan, so it was not convenient for him to say much more.
The Six-Eared Macaque was greatly anxious, calling out loudly again and again: "Senior! Senior!"
His voice rolled out, but unfortunately, there was no response at all.
The Six-Eared Macaque, kneeling on the ground, showed disappointment, yet he was helpless. However, Hongyun's words still gave the Six-Eared Macaque a glimmer of hope.
The Yuan Ancestor must have known long ago, and now he was merely testing him.
With these thoughts turning in his mind, the Six-Eared Macaque immediately straightened his body and respectfully gazed at Mount Buzhou before him.
Regardless of whether he could be initiated into the Yuan Ancestor's sect or not, he had to see the other party once.
Time flowed by slowly, and the world was quiet.
Because of Hongyun's Proving the Dao to Hunyuan, a cultivation frenzy was further stirred up among the many living beings of the Primordial World.
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