Chapter 406: Lifting Up Donghua Di Jun?

Taiyi heard these words from Taishang Daojun, and his heart was stirred by a tidal wave.

In his golden eyes, a flash of brilliance vanished instantly.

Establishing the offices of the Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors within the Divine Clan?!

“May I ask, dear friend, what are the Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors?” Taiyi humbly inquired.

Xiang Xuanqing said: “The terms ‘Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors’ are merely symbolic designations for certain offices; you need not rigidly adhere to this configuration when arranging the celestial offices.”

“The core idea of this plan is to require the Heavenly Emperor to relinquish authority, establishing offices within the future Divine Clan that can attract numerous Great Luo Sovereigns, thereby strengthening the Divine Clan’s power.”

“At the same time, this structure can also consolidate the Heavenly Court’s institutional framework.”

“However,” Xiang Xuanqing paused as he spoke.

Taiyi asked: “What do you mean by ‘however’?”

Xiang Xuanqing said: “If the Heavenly Emperor wishes to establish the Divine Clan and appoint offices himself to oversee its affairs, that is perfectly acceptable.”

“But the offices of the Heavenly Court concern matters of the Three Realms and the myriad heavens—they cannot be granted lightly.”

“Not only must the nature of these offices be carefully defined, but the divine beings who assume them must possess great virtue, immense fortune, and boundless compassion.”

Taiyi nodded gently, deeply agreeing with Xiang Xuanqing’s words: “Your words, Yuan Shi Daofriend, are truly excellent.”

Whether the Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors refer to any specific trio or quintet,

their titles themselves embody supreme authority and exalted glory over all directions and the enlightenment of all sentient beings.

For any being aspiring to establish immortal achievements within the Honghuang Universe, these titles hold an irresistible allure.

Now, the Three Pure Ones propose making these supreme divine offices the central symbols of authority for the newly established ‘Divine Clan.’

And they explicitly state these positions may be held in rotation by primordial divine beings or those who have rendered great virtue to Honghuang.

The political wisdom and incentive structure embedded here are simply incalculable!

One can imagine that once this proposal is truly implemented,

its appeal to the supreme beings of the Honghuang Universe—those with ambition, strength, and a thirst for greater authority and higher Dao paths—would be no less than placing before them a direct shortcut to becoming Tai Chu Great Luo, or even Tai Yi Great Luo!

This is nothing short of an outright ‘Yang Mou.’

It could perfectly absorb the Honghuang’s top combat forces and great clans, binding them firmly to the ‘Divine Sect’ and ‘Divine Clan’ war chariot!

Taiyi, as the newly appointed Taiwei Heavenly Emperor, bears the heavy responsibility of governing the Three Realms and enlightening all sentient beings—he too yearns to accomplish a grand and earth-shaking endeavor!

He knew that, in the long term, the positions of the ‘Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors’ were far more significant than the position of Divine Sect’s Patriarch, offering the future ‘Divine Clan’ its most solid and compelling core cohesion.

Moreover, if handled skillfully, this could be the very opportunity to more tightly integrate the myriad beings of Honghuang into the entire ‘Divine Clan’ system, achieving on a higher level the grand goal of ‘all sentient beings united in heart, Dao harmonized as one.’

【Before coming to Kunlun Mountain, I thought the ‘one clan ruling myriad clans’ plan was a bit too risky.】

【Now I see—if the stakes are high enough and the rewards sufficient, there’s no shortage of divine beings willing to join in!】

【This ‘Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors’ plan clearly creates a larger scheme, digs a deeper pit, and offers far greater benefits than a single Divine Sect Patriarch.】

【Hmm, I’ve learned. I’ve learned.】

At this moment, Taiyi had awakened—he realized he had acted too hastily before.

Taiyi smiled and said: “The title ‘Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors’ carries extraordinary significance.”

“To bestow it upon the Divine Clan, we must have beings of virtue matching Heaven and Earth, capable of stabilizing the cosmic fortune, to initiate this honor—only then can it be legitimate and justified.”

“Therefore—”

Taiyi’s gaze burned brightly as he looked toward the Three Pure Ones:

“I believe the three of you fully qualify for the honored status of the Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors.”

“Even if you are unwilling to assume the Three Sovereigns’ positions, consider the Five Emperors’ roles? After all, you three are already revered as Emperors throughout the myriad heavens!”

“How perfect!”

To be fair, Taiyi’s mind was indeed nimble.

The names of the Three Pure Ones were known throughout the myriad heavens.

Their thirty-two-character honorific titles indeed contained the title ‘Emperor.’

Xiang Xuanqing was 【Yuan Shi Tianzun Yuqing Miaowu Shangdi】, Taishang was 【Dao De Tianzun Taiqing Hunyuan Shangdi】, and Yu Chen was 【Ling Bao Tianzun Shangqing Miaoyou Shangdi】.

If the Three Pure Ones could truly be persuaded to assume three of the Five Emperors’ positions, the Divine Clan would succeed even if it had no other foundation!

【Then, I’ll go to the Western Sumeru Academy and invite the two deans to assume the other two Great Emperor positions—this way, east and west will be stable, and Honghuang will be secure!】

Taiyi envisioned the future: 【Also, there’s Tai Hao Fuxi of the Ten Directions Divine Palace, plus Daofriend Nvwa, and either myself or my elder brother.】

【Then the Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors would be complete!】

As Taiyi thought this, he suddenly felt the founding of the Divine Clan wasn’t so difficult after all.

Yet his plan was excellent—its first step was impossible to achieve.

“We Three Pure Ones wish only to sit upon Kunlun, quietly reciting the Huangting Scripture—we have no intention of participating in your Heavenly Emperor’s Divine Clan plan,” Xiang Xuanqing shook his head, refusing outright.

Joking.

We Three Pure Ones make excellent referees—why would we step onto the field? That’s just asking for trouble.

Besides, our work is already extremely busy.

We must watch over Tian Dao Hongjun to prevent him from truly emerging, while also guarding against chaotic demonic gods who seek to disrupt Honghuang’s peace.

We must manage the immeasurable immortals of Xuanmen, regularly attend committee sessions in Heaven, and organize networking events and touring lectures with major academies.

Oh, right.

We must also respond to the summons of the 【Taiwei Heavenly Emperor】 to attend the Taiwei Yuan internal assemblies.

How difficult it all is!

In Taishang’s ancient, still eyes, a faint, resigned smile flickered. “Your Majesty, we are not unwilling to help you—we simply cannot help you further.”

“The path of the Divine Clan must be walked by you alone.”

The final words of Taishang carried profound meaning.

Taiyi listened, and fell into deep thought.

Yet he still did not leave.

The Three Pure Ones let him remain seated, without urging him away.

Though Taiyi had come as the 【Supreme Sun Sovereign】, he was still the Heavenly Emperor.

To directly expel him would be inappropriate.

【Do you think he’ll go to Daofriend Nvwa?】 Taishang asked.

The Three Pure Ones sat high upon their cloud platforms, appearing as if lost in celestial reverie, yet secretly communicating.

【Likely.】

Yu Chen Daojun said: 【Daofriend Nvwa is the Master of Creation. According to the plan, she will soon possess the great virtue of shaping new sentient beings from clay, perfecting Honghuang’s living systems, and bridging two eras.】

【Even if the Heavenly Emperor does not know this, as long as he occupies this position, the mysterious will of Heaven will guide him to the right person to accomplish his goals.】

【For instance, us.】

In truth, Taiyi’s thinking was correct—if the Three Pure Ones could truly be persuaded to become the Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors, it would be the optimal solution.

But can the Three Pure Ones jump into the pit they themselves dug?

Of course not!

Xiang Xuanqing said: 【The great responsibility of facilitating the emergence of the Divine Clan should fall upon Daofriend Nvwa and Daofriend Fuxi.】

【This is a matter that enhances Honghuang’s overall well-being and promotes harmony among all sentient beings—surely they won’t stand idly by.】

With her wisdom, upon hearing the Three Pure Ones openly reveal the concept of the ‘Divine Clan’s Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors,’ she must already understand what it means for the sentient beings she will create and for the evolution of the entire Honghuang Universe.

Taishang smiled: 【Perhaps, even now, Daofriend Nvwa has already decided to board this vessel.】

Yu Chen Daojun chuckled softly: 【Isn’t it a bit unfair to dig such a direct pit for our ally?】

【Hey, little brother, you’re wrong to call it digging a pit—we’re acting in our ally’s best interest.】

Xiang Xuanqing whispered: 【If handled properly, Daofriend Nvwa can secure a vast future for the human race.】

【If the Divine Clan’s venture collapses midway, humanity may still carry on the path—but then it will depend entirely on the two of you and humanity’s own efforts.】

【And the efforts of many demonic gods as sponsors.】 Taishang added.

Xiang Xuanqing and Yu Chen both laughed.

Taiyi stayed in the Yu Xu Palace for nine days and nine nights.

Aside from the ‘Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors’ proposal, the Three Pure Ones gave him no further plan.

With no choice, he could only depart.

“Your Majesty, shall we see you off?” Seeing Taiyi rise to leave, the Three Pure Ones became warmly attentive again.

“No need to trouble yourselves!”

After bidding farewell to the Three Pure Ones at the Eastern Kunlun Yu Xu Palace, Taiyi’s grand vision for the ‘Divine Sect’ and ‘Divine Clan’ had become far clearer—and he deeply felt the weight of this responsibility, far beyond what any single being could easily shoulder.

【I still need more allies!】

He did not return directly to the Taiwei Heavenly Court. Instead, he focused his mind, transformed into a golden rainbow, and sped toward Western Kunlun.

He remembered clearly: just now in the Yu Xu Palace, Yuan Shi Tianzun had, with perfect seriousness, mentioned that the legend of the ‘Ancestor of All Mountains, Homeland of All Gods’ actually pointed to the Jade Pool Golden Mother of Western Kunlun.

Though Taiyi knew this was likely the Three Heavenly Venerables’ way of ‘passing the buck,’ it was not without merit. The Western Queen Mother’s Jade Pool was born from the union of primordial yin energy and the supreme western wondrous qi, governing punishment and plague. Once the foremost of all female immortals, her status was among the rarest and most exalted in Honghuang.

If he could gain her support, the promotion of the ‘Divine Sect’ would gain another powerful guarantee.

At least in uniting the vast population of female immortals of Honghuang, progress would be doubled.

Moreover, Taiyi harbored a quiet thought: to gather diverse wisdom and broaden his perspective.

He wished to hear what this goddess might uniquely say about the ‘Divine Sect’ and ‘Divine Clan.’

“Arrived!”

Soon, Taiyi reached the mist-shrouded, immortal-qi-filled sacred realm of Western Kunlun.

Here, peaks towered in clusters, jade pavilions and crystal palaces dotted among them, rare immortal grasses and marvelous flowers vied in splendor, and countless celestial birds and auspicious beasts played freely—a scene of peace and serenity, like a paradise beyond the mortal world.

Taiyi retracted his divine radiance and descended outside the Western Kunlun, where attendant maidens and immortal officials promptly came forward to respectfully greet him.

The arrival of this newly appointed Taiwei Emperor was indeed surprising and unexpected to Queen Mother Yaochi.

She had rarely interacted with the current Heavenly Emperor, let alone shared any deep personal ties.

Now that he had just ascended the throne and was burdened with countless affairs, yet he had personally come to her Western Kunlun—his intentions must be of great significance.

【And isn’t the Heavenly Emperor supposed to be in seclusion, striving for a higher realm?】

【Why has he suddenly appeared here?】

Within the Yaochi Palace, celestial music drifted softly, and incense mist filled the air.

Queen Mother Yaochi wore a magnificent golden phoenix robe, crowned with the nine-phoenix sun Zan symbolizing the foremost female immortal, seated regally upon the main seat. Though her beauty was not of Jizhi allure, she radiated an air of sovereign dignity and maternal majesty that governed all directions.

In her arms lay a lazy, dozing three-colored cat.

The three-colored cat blinked its eyes, occasionally emitting a few contented purrs, adding rare warmth to this solemn and reverent palace.

“Your Majesty, what brings you to my Western Kunlun today? If you have any commands, Yaochi will surely do her utmost,” Yaochi said, her voice calm yet carrying a faint trace of caution.

Taiyi did not waste time on formalities; after exchanging a few pleasantries, he directly revealed his purpose.

He frankly laid before Yaochi his grand plan to establish the “Divine Sect,” unify all sentient beings under the Divine Race, and his preliminary concept of instituting the “Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors” of the Divine Race.

Finally, with sincere earnestness, he bowed deeply to Yaochi and pleaded: “Daoist Yaochi, you were once the foremost among female immortals, revered for your virtue and prestige, honored by all immortals.”

“I have come here specifically to sincerely invite you to become the founding Patriarch of this newly established ‘Divine Sect,’ to lead the myriad deities, enlighten all beings, and join me in forging a new era for this primordial world!”

“Cough! Cough… Meow!”

No sooner had Taiyi finished speaking than the three-colored cat nestled in Yaochi’s arms, moments ago purring contentedly, suddenly choked as if struck by something, and burst into violent coughing.

And Yaochi herself, upon hearing Taiyi’s invitation, revealed on her usually composed and serene face a rare, unmistakable look of shock!

Her hand holding the jade cup paused involuntarily mid-air.

Divine Sect Patriarch?

Me?!

Forge a new era?

Countless thoughts flashed through Yaochi’s mind, yet all converged into one giant question mark.

She forced herself to steady her composure, striving to keep her voice from betraying her dismay, and slowly asked: “Your Majesty… are you certain… you didn’t make a mistake?”

“Absolutely not!” Taiyi replied firmly, his eyes brimming with sincerity and anticipation.

Upon hearing this, Yaochi fell silent, gently stroking the soft fur of the cat in her arms, while her heart churned with turbulent waves.

She could clearly sense that the position of “Divine Sect Patriarch” was no easy or comfortable post.

Rather, it resembled a bottomless pit brimming with unknown perils and colossal karmic entanglements!

And worse—it was a pit that could effortlessly bury even her, the former foremost female immortal!

“This is wrong! This is definitely wrong!” Alarm bells rang loudly in Yaochi’s mind.

She had no blood ties or close relationship with the current Heavenly Emperor. Why had he suddenly come to Western Kunlun, extending such sincere and earnest invitations? There must be deceit behind this!

Thinking this, a sharp glint flashed in Yaochi’s eyes.

She raised her head, gazing at Taiyi, and asked calmly: “Your Majesty, I am unworthy, but I have a question I hope you will clarify.”

“May I boldly ask—who instructed you to come specifically to my Western Kunlun to invite me to assume the position of Divine Sect Patriarch?”

She hadn’t offended anyone recently, had she?

How could someone dig such a massive pit—and precisely, directly at the doorstep of her Western Kunlun?!

Someone powerful must be pulling the strings behind this!

“This decision was made solely after my own deep contemplation, with no external influence,” Taiyi replied calmly.

Taiyi’s expression remained composed.

“I believe that in the past, you once governed the Immortal Court, commanded the myriad immortals, and effectively taught and guided them. Your experience and prestige are unmatched throughout the Primordial World.”

“Now, as I seek to establish the Divine Race and found the Divine Sect, I need a great being like you—virtuous, capable, experienced—to share my burdens and jointly forge this grand enterprise!”

“That is why I have come here personally, earnestly requesting your assistance!”

Yaochi remained silent.

I governed the Immortal Court? Taught effectively?

Those were all past matters.

Besides, the so-called “Immortal Court” of that time—how exaggerated was its scale and influence?

Compared to today’s Heavenly Court, what did it amount to?

【If you’re looking for someone to help you, why not go to the Demon Realm and invite a few Demon Kings?】

Yaochi mentally grumbled.

As primordial deities who had lived for countless yuan cycles, Yaochi was not easily fooled by Taiyi’s few words.

This Heavenly Emperor clearly intended to stir up major events. The Demon Kings of the Demon Dao were all calamities plaguing the myriad realms—just invite a few into the Divine Sect or Divine Race, and wouldn’t the chaos be guaranteed?

Of course, stirring up chaos was one thing; success was another matter entirely.

Holding the three-colored cat, still purring softly in her arms, Yaochi fell silent for a moment, then a sly glint flashed in her eyes—as if she had just conceived a brilliant “escape plan.”

She raised her head, looked at Taiyi, and with a complex expression of sudden realization, faint “apology,” and nostalgic recollection, she slowly spoke:

“Your Majesty, you’ve just reminded me of an old memory.”

“Actually, Your Majesty may have misunderstood.”

“Back then, the true core and soul behind ‘governing the Immortal Court and teaching effectively’ was not I, Yaochi.”

Yaochi sighed, her eyes filled with appropriately measured “nostalgia” and “reverence,” and continued:

“Your Majesty, have you forgotten? The Immortal Court once had another great emperor who jointly governed yin and yang and harmonized the myriad immortals—Daoist Donghua!”

“He was truly the one of extraordinary talent and transcendent wisdom!”

“Donghua not only possessed profound cultivation, but was also one of the founding ancestors of the True Immortal lineage, possessing far superior talent and insight than I in managing gods and immortals, establishing rules, and promoting teachings.”

“In fact, the reason the ‘Immortal Court’ could initially take shape and gain a foothold in the Primordial World was almost entirely due to Daoist Donghua’s efforts!”

“I, Yaochi, was merely basking in his glory, assisting him on the sidelines, waving flags and cheering—truly unworthy of such praise from Your Majesty.”

“Therefore,” Yaochi said, her face now radiating an expression of utmost sincerity and earnestness,

she looked at Taiyi and said: “If Your Majesty truly seeks someone capable of sharing your burdens, governing the Divine Sect, commanding the myriad deities, and possessing rich ‘governing experience’ and ‘teaching ability’…”

“Then, in my humble opinion, throughout the entire Primordial Universe, no one is more suitable than Daoist Donghua!”

“The position of Divine Sect Patriarch belongs to none but him!”

Yaochi spoke with absolute conviction, as if Donghua were truly a transcendent genius capable of saving the Primordial World and remaking the cosmos.

After hearing Yaochi’s “heartfelt” recommendation and her lavish praise of Donghua, Taiyi too fell into deep thought.

“Daoist Donghua?”

Taiyi considered: if he could indeed gain Donghua’s aid, it would greatly benefit the founding and development of the “Divine Sect”!

The only problem was—Donghua was dead. Where could he find Donghua?

The Donghua Emperor, whom Yaochi and Jinmu had praised as brilliant, wise, and heroic, had perished on the Bu Zhou battlefield countless yuan cycles ago!

His true spirit’s imprint had long since scattered into some forgotten corner!

Yaochi kindly offered guidance: “The Immortal Emperor’s Seal from that era is now in the hands of Daoist Kunpeng.”

“And each time Immortal Emperor Donghua perished, it was Laojun who revived him.”

“Therefore, if Your Majesty wishes to recover Daoist Donghua, you should first seek out Kunpeng and Laojun.”

At this moment, Yaochi was immensely grateful she had slipped the Immortal Emperor’s Seal into Kunpeng’s hands.

Otherwise, how would she have dumped this massive pot of filth?

【Sigh, Daoist Kunpeng—greater ability, greater responsibility.】

【As the last pillar of the Immortal Court, the last conscience of the Dao Alliance, and the deity most trusted by the Dao Ancestor, it is time you help the Heavenly Emperor recover the Lord of the Immortal Court!】

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