Chapter 203: One day, three Saints? All beings kneel till their legs go numb!

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In the Kunlun Mountains!

It was precisely the instant when Laozi's Great Dao voice transmission arrived.

Yuanshi and Tongtian, the two of them, suddenly opened their eyes wide.

"Is this the elder brother's voice?!"

"Haha, elder brother is finally about to prove the Dao and become a Saint!"

The two almost simultaneously, faces full of wild joy, opened their mouths to speak.

Afterward, there was no need for many words; they naturally couldn't bother with closed-door cultivation and Dao comprehension.

They immediately rose and rushed toward Mount Buzhou.

After a moment, they arrived at Mount Buzhou and saw Laozi standing proudly in the universe, a sight of supreme saintly bearing.

Merit's golden light shone, obscure divine patterns flowed, profoundly mysterious, miraculous beyond words.

Formerly, the cultivation of the Three Pure Ones was in the same realm.

But now, Yuanshi and Tongtian carefully observed, yet found they could not quite see through Laozi's vital energy.

"Congratulations, elder brother, you have finally become a Saint today."

"Your majesty is unmatched, your saintly might towers heavenward; truly worthy of joy and congratulations."

The two were overjoyed, beyond words, laughing as they spoke thus.

Hearing the congratulatory words of his two brothers, Laozi could not conceal his inner joy.

"Hehe, I, the elder brother, was the first to prove the Dao."

"Second brother, third brother, you should also closely follow after me."

Laozi responded thus, full of anticipation.

Upon hearing this, Yuanshi and Tongtian's faces instantly froze.

Closely follow after?!

They certainly wanted to.

"Please, elder brother, point out to us the method to become Saints."

Tongtian, without hesitation, immediately spoke up to ask.

After his words fell, Yuanshi also looked expectantly at Laozi, awaiting his reply.

Perhaps because proving the Dao succeeded, all the former shackles of cultivation no longer existed.

Laozi wore an open-minded expression, needing no further thought, and directly said:

"Haha, what's so difficult?!"

"Second and third brothers, no need to overthink; we have cultivated for endless ages, and you must have your own steadfast Dao."

"You only need to declare your own Great Dao, report it to the Heavenly Dao, establish a Dao lineage, and that will be enough."

These words still left Yuanshi and Tongtian somewhat puzzled.

This... well, actually speaking, it's quite simple.

But Laozi founded the Ren Sect to become a Saint; we two cannot wholly imitate him, likewise founding the Ren Sect?!

Seeing the two staring at each other, Laozi said somewhat helplessly:

"Based on your own insights, form the doctrines of your respective Dao lineages."

"Second brother, third brother, haven't you realized yet?!"

Finally!

This sentence finally pointed out Yuanshi and Tongtian.

The method to establish a sect and become a Saint!

And the most crucial part is their own upheld Great Dao, which can also be said to be the meaning toward heaven, earth, and all beings.

"Thank you, elder brother, for your guidance!"

Yuanshi was the first to react.

After thanking Laozi, he immediately calmed his mind and began to comprehend his own Great Dao.

Having Laozi's prior example as a mirror, and with such detailed guidance,

But after a moment, Yuanshi suddenly turned solemn, his whole body gaining an indisputable majesty.

His eyes gleamed sharply as he gazed up at the nine heavens.

"I, Yuanshi, now establish the Elucidation Sect!"

"The character 'Elucidation' means to expound the subtle meaning of the Heavenly Dao, to act in accordance with heaven, pointing the way for those of great opportunity and great fortune."

"Hope the Heavenly Dao approves, bestows merit, and helps this seat condense the Saint's position."

Elucidation Sect!

Yuanshi also finally understood his own Dao.

However, from his words it's not hard to hear that Yuanshi remains proud and lofty.

In his view, only those of great opportunity and great fortune are qualified to receive the Saint's lineage teachings.

Thus, later Yuanshi's acceptance of disciples became extremely strict, even to the point of being hair-raising.

No need for many words.

After his words fell, Yuanshi likewise received the Heavenly Dao's approval.

Boundless merit descended again, penetrating Yuanshi's body.

The strand of Primordial Purple Qi belonging to Yuanshi likewise emerged, stirring the Great Dao's power.

All over Yuanshi's body, the laws and order surged, reaching ultimate sublimation, transforming into the genuine Saint Dao principles.

He continued to emulate Laozi, waving his hand; the Pangu Banner, one of the treasures that opened heaven, unfurled and fluttered with a rustling sound.

The might of the heaven-opening supreme treasure is undoubtedly revealed; using it to suppress the Expounding Sect's qi luck is more than enough.

The might of the heaven-opening supreme treasure is undoubtedly shown.

Used to suppress the Expounding Sect's qi luck, it is fully sufficient.

Combine: "The might of the heaven-opening supreme treasure is undoubtedly revealed; used to suppress the Expounding Sect's qi luck, it is fully sufficient."

Make sure it's one line.

Thus, Yuanshi also succeeded in proving the Dao and attained the position of a saint.

Translation: "Thus, Yuanshi also succeeded in proving the Dao and attained the position of a saint."

Yuanshi also, following this, successfully proved the Dao and attained the position of a saint.

It was almost the instant when Yuanshi had just finished proving the Dao.

Translation: "It was almost the instant when Yuanshi had just finished proving the Dao."

It was almost the moment when Yuanshi had just completed proving the Dao.

Finally, Tongtian also came to understand.

Translation: "Finally, Tongtian also came to understand."

Lastly, Tongtian also realized.

"I, Tongtian, now establish the Jie Sect!"

"The Heavenly Dao is vast and boundless, all beings are lost and confused!"

"The doctrine of my Jie Sect is to seize a sliver of life from within the vast and uncertain heavenly numbers, seeking more hope for all beings."

"My Jie Sect teaches without discrimination; all heavenly and earthly beings may cultivate."

"The Jie Sect is established!"

Compared to Yuanshi's Expounding Sect, Tongtian's Jie Sect appears even more grand and magnificent, vast and splendid.

Translation: "Compared to Yuanshi's Expounding Sect, Tongtian's Jie Sect appears even more grand and magnificent, vast and splendid."

Compared to Yuanshi's Expounding Sect, Tongtian's Jie Sect appears even more grand and magnificent, vast and splendid.

But we need to be concise: "Compared to Yuanshi's Expounding Sect, Tongtian's Jie Sect seems even more grand and magnificent, vast and splendid."

Ignoring lineage and talent!

Teaching without distinction.

All beings of the primordial heaven and earth may enter the Jie Sect to cultivate its Great Dao.

Translation: "All beings of the primordial heaven and earth may enter the Jie Sect to cultivate its Great Dao."

All beings of the primordial heaven and earth may enter the Jie Sect to cultivate its Great Dao.

Its meaning is naturally even more astonishing.

Translation: "Its meaning is naturally even more astonishing."

This causes the merit of the Heavenly Dao to descend, even accompanied by a deafening heavenly sound that sweeps across.

Translation: "This causes the Heavenly Dao's merit to descend, even accompanied by a deafening heavenly sound that sweeps across."

This causes the merit of the Heavenly Dao to descend, even accompanied by a deafening heavenly sound that sweeps across.

The marvelous principle of the Jie Sect stirs the nine heavens and ten earths; all beings feel a profound shock.

Translation: "The marvelous principle of the Jie Sect stirs the nine heavens and ten earths; all beings feel a profound shock."

The marvelous principle of the Jie Sect stirs the nine heavens and ten earths; all beings feel a profound shock.

Heavenly merit reappears; the merit of heaven-opening also emerges.

Translation: "Heavenly merit reappears; the merit of heaven-opening also emerges."

Heavenly merit reappears; the merit of heaven-opening also emerges.

As for Tongtian, he uses the Four Swords of Slaying Immortals to suppress the qi luck.

Translation: "As for Tongtian, he uses the Four Swords of Slaying Immortals to suppress the qi luck."

As for Tongtian, he uses the Four Swords of Slaying Immortals to suppress the qi luck.

However, this treasure is solely for slaughter and violence, extremely fierce.

Translation: "However, this treasure is solely for slaughter and violence, extremely fierce."

At a glance, the effect of suppressing qi luck is actually somewhat inferior to that of Laozi and Yuanshi together.

Translation: "At a glance, the effect of suppressing qi luck is actually somewhat inferior to that of Laozi and Yuanshi together."

At a glance, the effect of suppressing qi luck is actually somewhat inferior to that of Laozi and Yuanshi together.

This scene already holds no further surprises.

Translation: "This scene now holds no further surprises."

Not long after, Tongtian likewise condensed the fruit of sainthood.

Translation: "Not long after, Tongtian likewise condensed the fruit of sainthood."

Not long after, Tongtian likewise condensed the fruit of sainthood.

The Three Purities stand side by side, each of towering stature, their holy might vast.

Translation: "The Three Purities stand side by side, each of towering stature, their holy might vast."

The Three Purities stand side by side, each of towering stature, their holy might vast.

A holy light that covers the sky and earth envelops them, making the three even more divine and pure, beyond reproach or desecration.

Translation: "A holy light that covers the sky and earth envelops them, making the three even more divine and pure, not to be offended or desecrated."

We need to keep meaning. So: "A holy light that covers the sky and earth envelops them, making the three even more divine and pure, not to be offended or desecrated."

What a magnificent sight, what a shock to the heart!

Translation: "What a magnificent sight, how it makes hearts tremble wildly!"

We can translate: "What a magnificent sight, how it makes hearts tremble wildly!"

Between heaven and earth.

Translation: "Between heaven and earth."

All beings stared at each other, dumbstruck, some even nearly dropping their jaws.

Translation: "All beings stared at each other, already dumbstruck, some even nearly dropping their jaws."

"Hiss... what day is this exactly?"

Translation: "\"Hiss... what day is this exactly? \"" We'll keep the hiss as "Hiss...".

"Within a single day, the three sages have emerged; truly a sight unseen in myriad ages."

Translation: "\"Within a single day, three sages have suddenly appeared; truly a sight unseen in myriad ages! \"" We'll use: "\"Within a single day, three sages have suddenly appeared; truly a sight unseen in myriad ages! \"".

"Could it be that the heavenly mechanism has arrived, and the age of sages is finally about to fully come?"

Translation: "\"Could it be that the heavenly opportunity has arrived, and the age of sages is finally about to fully come? \"" We'll use: "\"Could it be that the heavenly opportunity has arrived, and the age of sages is finally about to fully come? \"".

"Or perhaps the Three Purities have always been of one mind and virtue, their cultivation originally differing hardly at all."

Translation: "\"Or perhaps the Three Purities have always been of one mind and virtue, their cultivation originally differing little. \"" We'll use: "\"Or perhaps the Three Purities have always been of one mind and virtue, their cultivation originally differing little. \""

"Now even proving the Dao and attaining sainthood occurs on the same day?!"

Translation: "\"Now even achieving sainthood through proving the Dao occurs on the same day?! \" We'll use: "\"Now even achieving sainthood through proving the Dao occurs on the same day?! \""

All beings whispered among themselves.

Translation: "All beings whispered among themselves."

The three sages stood side by side, their awe-inspiring might growing ever more terrifying, leaving them utterly unable to rise.

Translation: "The three sages standing side by side, their awe-inspiring might growing ever more terrifying, leaving them utterly unable to rise."

The three sages standing

Within a single day, witnessing the three sages simultaneously attaining the Dao—what an utterly shocking and unparalleled event.

Translation: "Within a single day, to witness the three sages all proving the Dao—what an utterly shocking and unparalleled event!"

We'll use: "Within a single day, to witness the three sages all proving the Dao—what an utterly shocking and unparalleled event!"

Before this, Jieyin and Zhunti also attained the Dao at the same time, but the lineage they established was the same, namely Buddhism.

Translation: "Before this, Jieyin and Zhunti also proved the Dao at the same time, but the two of them established the same lineage, namely Buddhism."

Before this, Jieyin and Zhunti also proved the Dao at the same time, but the two of them established the same lineage, namely Buddhism.

In contrast, each of the three teachings has its own founder, each attaining the position of leader of a great sage's teaching.

Translation: "In contrast, the three teachings each have their own founder, each attaining the position of leader of a great sage's teaching."

In contrast, the three teachings each have their own founder, each attaining the position of leader of a great sage's teaching.

Moreover, the combined might of Jieyin and Zhunti naturally cannot compare to that of the Three Purities together today.

Translation: "Moreover, the combined might of Jieyin and Zhunti naturally cannot compare to that of the Three Purities together today."

Moreover, the combined might of Jieyin and Zhunti naturally cannot compare to that of the Three Purities together today.

Thus, the shock there is naturally incomparable.

Translation: "Thus, the degree of trembling cannot even be spoken of on the same day."

We'll use: "Thus, the degree of trembling cannot even be spoken of on the same day."

"We congratulate Senior Yuanshi on proving the Dao and attaining sainthood!"

"We congratulate Senior Tongtian on proving the Dao and attaining sainthood!"

Translation: "\"We congratulate Senior Tongtian on proving the Dao and attaining sainthood! \"".

All beings, with the ease of a familiar task, continue to reverently worship the sages' appearance, voicing their congratulations in unison.

Translation: "All beings, with the ease of a familiar task, continue to reverently worship the sages' appearance, voicing their congratulations in unison."

All beings, with the ease of a familiar task, continue to reverently worship the sages' appearance, voicing their congratulations in unison.

I'm numb!

Translation: "Numbed!"

I'm completely numb!

Translation: "Completely numbed!"

After a long while, the terrifying, unparalleled pressure gradually weakened, allowing all beings to secretly let out a long sigh of relief.

Translation: "After a long while, the terrifying might gradually weakened, allowing all beings to secretly heave a sigh of relief."

However, they were no longer in a hurry to rise.

Translation: "Yet they were no longer in a hurry to rise."

"Now, the primordial purple qi of the seven paths has been distributed; all six have proven the Dao and attained sainthood."

"Will the last ancestor Hongyun still be far off......"

Translation: "\"Will the last ancestor Hongyun still be far off...... \""

"Will the last ancestor Hongyun still be far off......"

"Exactly, since that's the case, we might as well continue kneeling."

Translation: "\"Exactly, since that's the case, we might as well continue kneeling. \""

"After Senior Hongyun proves the Dao, we will then rise, so as not to provoke the sages."

Translation: "\"After Senior Hongyun proves the Dao, we will then rise, so as not to provoke the sages. \""

"After Senior Hongyun proves the Dao, we will then rise, so as not to provoke the sages."

A mighty one, saying this with a dazed expression, caused all beings to nod in agreement, deeply convinced.

Translation: "A mighty one, saying this with a dazed expression, caused all beings to nod in agreement, deeply convinced."

A mighty one, saying this with a dazed expression, caused all beings to nod in agreement, deeply convinced.

They naturally assumed that the Three Purities had all become sages within a single day.

Translation: "They naturally assumed that the Three Purities had all become sages within a single day."

They naturally assumed that the Three Purities had all become sages within a single day.

Moreover, this act of establishing teachings has now become like an "assembly line".

Translation: "Moreover, this act of establishing teachings has now become like an assembly line."

Moreover, this act of establishing teachings has now become like an "assembly line".

Only the last ancestor Hongyun remains; he surely won't be far off.

Translation: "Only the last ancestor Hongyun remains; he surely won't be far off."

Only the last ancestor Hongyun remains; he surely won't be far off.

Furthermore, each sage is overwhelmingly powerful, not to be provoked.

Translation: "Moreover, each sage is immensely powerful, beyond provocation."

In that case, they simply couldn't be bothered to rise.

Translation: "If so, we might as well simply be too lazy to rise."

Once Hongyun also attains the Dao in one go, that will be it.

Translation: "Just wait for Hongyun to also prove the Dao in one fell swoop."

However, amidst this expectation, time passed.

Translation: "However, amidst this expectation, time passed."

One day......

Translation: "One day......"

Two days.......

Unnoticed, several days passed quietly.

However, neither the Fire Cloud Palace nor the Five Manor Temple showed any movement.

The former was the cultivation ground of Red Cloud Old Ancestor, the latter the cultivation ground of Zhenyuanzi, and Red Cloud Old Ancestor often stayed at the Five Manor Temple to discuss the Dao with Zhenyuanzi.

Gradually, all beings began to feel doubtful and uneasy.

"Eh? Senior Red Cloud has shown no movement; could it be that he hasn't yet grasped the method to prove the Dao and become a saint?"

"This… shouldn't be like this."

"Jieyin, Zhunti, and the Three Pure Ones all became saints by establishing their teachings; couldn't Senior Red Cloud likewise understand himself through this?"

"Uh… if that's the case, then Senior Red Cloud would be rather inadequate."

"Could it be that, not having been taken as a disciple by Hongjun Daozu, Senior Red Cloud and the Three Pure Saints have such an astonishing gap?"

Beings discussed endlessly, their speculation unceasing.

Eventually, they had to admit that, in a short time, Red Cloud Old Ancestor might be unable to become a saint.

Beings rose one after another, each feeling somewhat helpless.

Alright!

With such high hopes from all beings, who would have thought that Red Cloud Old Ancestor truly 'lacks ambition'.

Meanwhile, in the Five Manor Temple!

Just as all beings had expected, Red Cloud remained here, discussing the Dao and cultivating with Zhenyuanzi.

Red Cloud naturally took in all beings' expectations, kneeling and so on, fully aware of them.

"Ah… why is this so?"

"The Three Pure Ones, Nüwa, and other Dao friends have all proven the Dao and become saints."

"Only this Primordial Purple Qi of mine has yet to show any effect."

"Moreover, even if I were to establish a teaching and become a saint, I have no clear understanding in my heart."

"What… what should I do?!"

Red Cloud Old Ancestor's face was gloomy, his words full of anxiety.

How could he not have felt the expectations of all beings?

Moreover, seeing the Three Pure Ones and others become saints one after another, Red Cloud himself was extremely anxious, urgent beyond measure.

However, upon reflection, Red Cloud fundamentally lacked the foundation to establish a teaching.

In other words, he didn't even possess the single Great Dao he clung to.

All along, what Red Cloud was praised for was probably nothing more than the four words 'be kind to others'.

This… 'being kind to others' surely can't be taken as the doctrine of a whole Dao lineage, right?!

Red Cloud also felt utterly tormented, completely helpless.

Seeing Red Cloud like this, Zhenyuanzi beside him also felt sorrowful.

But shortly after, Zhenyuanzi gathered his thoughts and spoke softly:

"Old friend, you need not be so anxious."

"Since the Three Pure Ones and other Dao friends have already proven the Dao, old friend, you should be close."

"In short, the emergence of those several saints proves that the Primordial Purple Qi is indeed the foundation of the Great Dao, having an immense effect on proving the Dao and becoming a saint that cannot be overlooked."

"Therefore, since you possess the Primordial Purple Qi, I believe you will surely prove the Dao and become a saint sooner or later."

Zhenyuanzi's words eased Red Cloud's expression somewhat.

He also knew well that these words were merely comforting himself.

However, what Zhenyuanzi said was not bad either.

It is known that anyone who possesses the Primordial Purple Qi can certainly prove the Dao and become a saint.

Then, compared to other beings in the world, I already possess the qualification to prove the Dao.

In cultivation, haste makes waste!

The more anxious one is, the slower the progress, resulting in loss outweighing gain.

After a moment's contemplation, Red Cloud still spoke with some heaviness:

"If it cannot be sought, seek it within oneself!"

"Next, I will seek a foundation for proving the Dao that suits myself."

"Only then can I clearly understand my own Great Dao, and when the opportunity to become a saint arrives, I will not miss it."

Red Cloud regained some confidence, his expression solemn, his gaze resolute.

Hearing his words, Zhenyuanzi smiled slightly and nodded slowly.

In short.

Compared to the countless ordinary cultivators of the world, Red Cloud still felt quite pleased and hopeful.

At this moment, amidst the vast heavens and earth, the Three Pure Ones were naturally the most excited and stirred.

Besides the Three Pure Ones, it was probably Chen Ku who felt immense surprise and joy.

The reason is none other than!

From beginning to end, he witnessed the sight of Laozi proving the Dao and becoming a saint.

And in Chen Ku's sea of consciousness, the prompt of heaven-defying comprehension had long since resounded continuously.

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