This is so dishonest!

Chapter 359 Xuan Qing: I Want to Become a God!
"The new plan for Taiwei Yuan has been finalized. It's to awaken the spirits of all things, possibly the Spirit Awakening Clan!" A Qilin Clan spy reported to the Elders.

The Elder Council: "The Spirit Clan? They copied our clan name, didn't they? Try to get the Immortal Path to interrupt their progress, or at the very least, make them come up with a name like the Spirit Clan."

"We absolutely cannot let them create the Spirit Awakening Clan; it sounds terrifying."

"Roger that!"

A Phoenix Clan spy reported to Yuan Feng: "Clan leader, Taiwei Yuan is using stars to spread its teachings and is trying to create a new race, probably the Star Chaser Clan!"

Yuan Feng was astonished: "Is that so?"

The undercover agent asked, "What good plan does the clan chief have for this matter?"

Yuan Feng pondered for a moment and replied, "Differentiation and absorption, rational infiltration."

"Please give your instructions, clan leader."

Yuan Feng explained, "No matter what race they create, it won't actually harm our interests. You should know that our Phoenix Clan is the leader of all birds."

"All things are inspired by starlight and take shape; those who can fly are my kind, those who have feathers are my kind."

"There are four elements in the world: earth, fire, water, and wind. My Phoenix Clan is the origin of fire, and all fire spirits, fire monsters, and fire gods in the world can enter my clan."

"Our race practices the method of Nirvana and performs acts of saving the world. We are radiant, majestic, and incomparably sacred. All those whose hearts turn towards the light can become members of our race."

"Whether Taiwei wants to create a star-chasing clan, an enlightenment clan, or some other clan, all living beings on earth can be absorbed and assimilated by us."

Yuan Feng had lofty aspirations and a long-term vision. He said, "In fact, it is a good thing for us and for the prehistoric world for Taiwei to help all things awaken their intelligence."

"The primordial world now possesses more sentient, intelligent, and spiritual beings, which can expand the scale of cultivators in the primordial world and replenish fresh blood for all races in the primordial world."

“Our Phoenix Clan can even use this wind to acquire many high-quality members.”

"So, there's absolutely no need to panic."

"The clan leader is right!" The Phoenix Clan spy was indeed relieved.

Dragon clan.

"Your Majesty Meng Zhang, the wolfish ambitions of Taiwei Yuan are blatantly obvious. They are on the verge of building a divine race!" [Danxiao Goddess] Yinglong personally spread rumors.

Qinglong hesitated for a moment: "Should we burn some incense for our elder brother?"

"My elder brother said before he died that for minor matters, burn incense; for major matters, summon his soul. If there is a response, dig up the grave immediately. I think it's more reliable to just dig up the grave directly," Yinglong said.

Qinglong asked, "What does Fourth Sister think?"

Bai Long replied, "Watch it repeatedly."

"What do you mean?" Qinglong and Yinglong asked.

"If we learn how Taiwei operates, our Dragon Clan can also accomplish such a major task."

Bai Long remained calm and said slowly, "Anyway, no matter what race Taiwei creates, our dragon race will not lose out."

"What is the definition of a dragon? On a small scale, any creature with scales or armor can be a dragon. On a larger scale, anything with desires can also transform into a dragon."

"So whatever this new race is, we can make it part of the dragon race, or the dragon race can become part of this new race."

Qinglong listened and wholeheartedly agreed.

"Fourth Sister is truly insightful!"

"Then let's not dig up our brother's grave, so he can rest in peace after he dies."

Once they opened up their minds, the dragons were indeed less wary of a potential new race.

After all, their dragon race has indeed embarked on a broad and inclusive path.

With their spirit of universal love, the dragon race could help all races complete their cultivation and develop an evolutionary path to become true dragons for them.

Dual cultivation is a two-way journey of spiritual practice.

The greatness of dragons lies in their ability to travel in two directions with any creature.

This is love!

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At this moment, all the ancient races that already possessed wisdom were deeply shocked by Taiwei Yuan's actions.

Some races that are close to nature, such as the Wood Clan, the Stone Clan, and the Earth Clan, have discovered that their homeland, the mountains, rivers, plants, and mineral veins, have become more spiritual under the blessings of Taiwei, and have even given birth to many new "kin."

This sense of closeness stemming from blood ties naturally made them feel favorably toward Taiwei Yuan.

Many weak races that struggled to survive in the primordial world saw hope in Taiwei Yuan's actions of "education for all" and "nurturing all things."

Although the Dao of Immortality is spread to all living beings, the threshold for it is still too high for them.

The subtle and pervasive approach of Taiwei Enclosure was very suitable for them.

"The stars inspire all living beings, even grass, trees, sand and stones can enter the Dao. Although we are weak, we are still living beings. Taiwei may be our true destiny!" Such a voice quietly spread among the weak races.

As time went on, outstanding individuals began to emerge from the first batch of beings inspired by the "Starry Sky Enlightens All Beings" project.

Some of them, with their extraordinary talent and devotion to the Great Dao of the Stars, successfully passed the test, ascended to the Nine Heavens, were granted "Heavenly Register Star Talismans", and became members of the Zhou Tian Star Gods, jointly maintaining the order of the starry sky and enhancing the prestige of the Taiwei Enclosure.

More often, however, they chose another path in Dijun's blueprint—returning to their homeland.

They were appointed by Taiwei Yuan as the gods of mountains and rivers, the spirits of plants and trees, and the spirits of the five elements of the primordial land...

They take root in the land that nurtured them, using the wisdom and power bestowed by the Great Dao of Taiwei to manage the land, regulate the spiritual energy of the earth, and benefit all living beings.

These newly appointed mountain and river gods, having originated from that land, harbor deep feelings for their hometown.

They diligently integrate the philosophy and blessings of Taiwei into the daily operation of the primordial land at a deeper level.

Under the rule of these new gods, the order of the primordial world became more harmonious and stable, and the spiritual energy became increasingly abundant.

Their success is itself the most vivid proof of Taiweiyuan's achievements.

Through them, the ideas and systems embodied by Taiwei Yuan gradually spread as the Enlightenment Movement progressed.

The "coming from all living beings and returning to all living beings" proposed by Di Jun, the "Heavenly Merit Assessment System" added by Fu Xi, and the "Star Realm Projection" of Yinghuo Shangzun—those "Starlight Secret Realms" scattered throughout the prehistoric world—provide a fair and open platform for cultivation and advancement for all beings who aspire to Taiwei.

In the Starlight Realm, whether they are newly born plant spirits or established rogue cultivators, all can bathe in starlight, comprehend the Great Dao, and obtain the inheritance of the stars.

Those who perform exceptionally well will receive personal guidance from the Star God.

This atmosphere, which disregards background and promotes talent above all else, attracted a large number of living beings.

Some deities, driven by curiosity, even gained partial inheritance by siding with Taiwei.

"So, this is what Taiwei is like?"

"The moment the thought of surrender arises, the world seems vast and boundless!"

"The Taiwei is the direction of the Great Dao."

For a time, the hearts of people across the vast land were in turmoil.

Countless forces that were originally wavering between the Immortal Path and the Taiwei Path began to seriously assess the potential and ideologies of both sides.

It must be admitted that Taiwei's series of combined moves were extremely successful.

The implementation of the "Heavenly Merit Assessment System" has inspired the enthusiasm of all living beings and deities who have come to rely on Taiwei Yuan.

Whether they are celestial star gods or new deities of the earth, they are all judged based on their contributions to the stability of the primordial world, the prosperity of all things, and the flourishing of the Great Dao.

The Taiwei Enclosure hangs high in the heavens, its brilliance extending far beyond the starry sky.

It became the mentor of all the creatures at the bottom of the primordial world, the guide who led them on the path of cultivation, and the most sacred source of faith in their hearts.

What the people want is what the general trend is.

The Dao Alliance remains a behemoth, but in the struggle for the "foundation of the Great Dao," Taiwei Yuan has already gained an unshakeable and absolute advantage with its unprecedented and magnificent plan of "Stars Inspiring All Spirits."

The Great Dao of Taiwei, just like the endless starlight, will truly become the source of life that nourishes all things and drives the progress of the primordial world.

Above the nine heavens, within the Taiwei Enclosure.

As Xuan Qing gazed at the pure faith power constantly emerging from all corners of the primordial world within the Star Network, and at the sight of each newly ascended deity shining brightly in their respective roles, a profound smile appeared on his lips.

"A positive and progressive future, striving for development—that's the kind of primordial world I want!"

After completing a new round of inspections, the Heavenly Emperor turned his gaze to the primordial land.

"The Taiyi gods of the primordial world, and even those Daluo Supreme beings who were watching from the sidelines, must have wavered at this moment."

The gods of Taiwei also looked towards the primordial land, each with a smile on their face.

"Shake it? That's right."

Xuan Qing laughed and said, "They need a strong medicine!"

"Does the Heavenly Emperor have another powerful move?" Di Jun asked.

"Of course!"

A golden light flashed in Xuan Qing's palm, and the Investiture of the Gods appeared in his hand.

"By giving spirit to all things, we are sinking the foundation of the Taiwei Enclosure's rule."

"What we need to do next is to win over these middle factions among the ancient gods and the upper-level forces."

"Therefore, I plan to initiate the Investiture of the Gods Project and confer titles upon all gods!"

"The Investiture of the Gods?" The gods of Taiwei looked at each other in bewilderment.

"correct."

Xuan Qing smiled and said, "Since we are going to create a new era in the primordial world, establish a Heavenly Court, and rule over all the heavens, we must naturally unite all forces that can be united and recruit all talents that can be recruited."

"To govern the Three Realms and rule over all directions together with all the wise and virtuous people of the primordial world, what do you all think of this slogan?"

"This slogan is good, but I have a question—would any deity truly accept our investiture?"

[Void Radiance Supreme] Styx asked: "Among the gods of the primordial world, whether it be Taiyi, Daluo, or any other immortal being, which one is not cunning and scheming?"

"Would these gods really place their bets so easily before we have a formal victory or defeat against the immortals?"

"Yes, fellow Daoist, they will."

Venerable Chenxing smiled and looked at Styx, saying, "Don't forget, the bottom line for us primordial gods is that we have no bottom line."

"The Great Way can be found; even a lowly whip-wielder can pursue it."

"As long as we offer enough temptation and provide a large enough stage, we will not have to worry about not finding gods to take the bait."

"Aren't those holy beings who surrendered during the Great Calamity of Ferocious Beasts the best example?"

“That’s right!” The Supreme Goddess Yinghuo’s eyes lit up, and she clapped her hands and laughed: “We gods of the primordial world are serious about having fun.”

"The Heavenly Emperor bestows titles upon all the gods and agrees with them to jointly govern the Three Realms. I think this is definitely a great joy."

"Don't they want to come and see our Taiwei? Don't they want to become messengers of justice, enforcing the law on behalf of Heaven?"

"Don't they want to find a large organization to rely on?"

"I absolutely support the Investiture of the Gods!" Di Jun expressed his agreement without hesitation.

As the founder of the divine path, the more gods Taiwei appointed, the more beneficial it would be for him to develop the divine path!
【Taiyin Shangzun】Wang Shu nodded and said, “The gods of the primordial world are still wavering, hesitating and observing, simply because they are still outside the game.”

"Once they join the game, we can use the cultivation path—cough cough—relying on genuine guidance, to guide them to wholeheartedly support Taiwei, turning them into vanguards of doing good deeds and accumulating virtue, and true gods who save people from suffering!"

Wang Shu stated that the Heavenly Emperor has absolutely no need to worry about traitors.

Since ancient times, sincerity has always been the best form of reciprocation.

As long as he unlocks the Godhood system, she can play the role of a nurturing character.

It will definitely help the Heavenly Emperor cultivate a group of outstanding gods to serve all living beings in the primordial world.

[The Venerable Jupiter] Fuxi also said: "When the Heavenly Emperor confers titles upon all the gods, he must be subject to strict checks and constant screening. It doesn't matter if a traitor is selected; just send him to the Execution Platform."

"Of course, if the Heavenly Emperor finds it troublesome, I can add the World-Destroying Divine Thunder to the Heavenly Dao Review System, and strike down any heretics on sight."

"We guarantee that we will only develop fellow Daoists and will not support the enemy."

"Fellow Daoist Suixing, your World-Destroying Heavenly Lightning is still too cruel. Why not use a pill instead?"

The Supreme Being said with compassion, "We should also have compassion for our enemies, and show them care even before they die. I think letting them help us test the pills is a good decision." "I recently refined a batch of the 'Immortal Beasts Pay Homage Pill' based on the characteristics of the ferocious beast race, and we are in need of volunteers."

The Demon Ancestor Rahu said indifferently, "Our demonic path has some demon caves where we can refine our hearts."

Zhen Yuanzi, the Venerable Zhenxing, said, "I know how to farm, and I'm good at planting every traitor in the ground!"

Hearing the outrageous words of the Taiwei gods, Xuanqing was at a loss for words.

He said, "I am sincerely bestowing titles upon all gods; do not act rashly."

"Taiwei needs more gods to join us in order to rule over all the heavens and myriad realms."

"Furthermore, this plan is also what I use to expand the authority of the Heavenly Dao."

Xuanqing explained, "The Primordial Heavenly Dao was planned by us and created with the help of Hongjun. Although it has immense power, I feel it is still not enough."

"Moreover, another part of the Heavenly Dao authority is still in Hongjun's hands, making it easy for Hongjun to restrain us."

"Therefore, I have an idea: could we use the power of the Heavenly Dao to confer titles upon the gods, grant them divine positions in Heaven and Earth, in exchange for their support of the Taiwei Heavenly Dao, and then use their Great Dao to nourish the Heavenly Dao in return?"

"There are three thousand Great Daos, and three thousand Heavenly Daos. If we select the masters of the three thousand Great Daos to govern one Heavenly Dao, I think only such a Heavenly Dao can be called powerful and worthy of our Taiwei Heavenly Court!"

The gods of Taiwei were secretly astonished upon hearing this.

To select the master of the Three Thousand Great Daos to preside over the Heavenly Dao?

Good heavens, the Heavenly Emperor's plan to confer gods is insane!

If this succeeds, there will be no need to take back the remaining control of the Heavenly Dao from Hongjun. They can probably bring the Heavenly Dao closer to perfection on their own!
"Therefore, the first stage of the Investiture of the Gods plan is to confer titles upon all gods, and the second stage is to select the masters of the three thousand Great Daos."

"Of course, the latter is a bit more difficult. For now, we should focus on the former while also taking care of the second phase of development."

Xuanqing outlined the next development goals.

All the gods nodded.

"Aim for first place, strive for second, and do your best!"

"We must do this Investiture of the Gods properly!"

Not long after, a piece of news shook the entire world.

The Taiwei Heavenly Emperor initiated the Investiture of the Gods plan, bestowing titles upon the primordial gods and earth deities.

This left the primordial gods and beings, who had just recovered from the awakening of all things, completely bewildered.

"As expected, the Dao Alliance's antics are just for fun; the real test is Taiwei Yuan!"

At Kaiming Mountain, the thirteen ancestral witches sat on the ground eating melons.

The Dao Alliance's propagation of the Dao and the opening of nine paths to enlightenment have already had a significant impact on them.

After all, the Great Dao cannot be easily passed on, but this is a consensus in the primordial world.

Unexpectedly, Taiwei is an even greater expert.

First, he enlightened all things, and then he bestowed titles upon all the gods.

Each job is bigger than the last.

The gods across the primordial world are probably all feeling restless and want to go up to heaven to have some fun.

Zhu Rong sensed the restless emotions of the primordial gods and grinned, "Since the Taiwei Heavenly Emperor is so open to recruiting virtuous and talented people, why don't we go up to the heavens and give it a try?"

"Maybe I can even get a position as a Supreme Being!"

The group of ancestral witches nodded: "This is something we can definitely consider."

"I just don't know what the criteria are for bestowing titles upon Taiwei?"

Dijiang said, "We can wait."

"that."

Xuanming asked, "Aren't we on the side of the Immortal Path?"

"Is it really appropriate to be thinking about going to heaven right now?"

Houtu laughed and said, "The organization that cooperates with the immortals is the Witch God Organization. What does it have to do with the thirteen ancestral witches of the Pangu Palace?"

At this very moment, they were sitting in a grand hall.

Temple Name: Pangu!
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Yujing Mountain.

An old Taoist priest sat upright.

Above his head, the Jade Disc of Creation floated, the Three Thousand Laws intertwined like divine chains, the Three Thousand Great Daos surged like rivers, and the Three Thousand Worlds rose and fell behind him.

As the last gap in the jade disc was repaired, the eternal order of heaven and earth seemed to be further perfected at this moment, and endless time was frozen in time.

A kind-faced Taoist priest smiled as he watched the clouds rise and fall in the sky; a black-robed Taoist priest had a fierce look in his eyes, as if he were in endless darkness; another Taoist priest was expressionless, always so indifferent, as if nothing could move him.

Hongjun smiled at the three Taoists, bowed, and said, "Fellow Daoists, please!"

"Congratulations, Your Excellency!" The three Taoists rose to return the greeting, then approached Hongjun and joined him.

A vast expanse of purple energy swept across the heavens and earth from east to west, forming a massive, all-encompassing tide.

Countless heavenly flowers fall from the high heavens, and endless golden lotuses bloom on the vast earth.

The bright sun and the radiant moon retreated at this moment; the myriad stars that illuminated the three thousand great worlds dimmed at this moment.

A misty atmosphere fills the mountains and rivers, a mighty force suppresses the void, the laws of heaven and earth pervade the realm, and the great laws of heaven and earth shine forth.

"Old Daoist, you've succeeded?" Ancestor Yangmei was overjoyed.

"So close, so close."

Hongjun suppressed his smile and sighed softly. He looked up at the heavens and said, "I wish to merge with the Dao, but I have discovered that if the Dao of Heaven is incomplete, I cannot reach the final path."

"What should we do?" Yang Mei asked worriedly.

Taiwei has been making frequent moves lately, pulling off one big stunt after another.

Without absolute power to suppress it, even he himself was not optimistic about the future of the Dao Alliance.

Especially the implementation of this Investiture of the Gods plan.

The temptation of the Heavenly Emperor and all the wise men to govern the primordial world together and create a new era is too great.

Many gods were tempted.

If this trend continues, the advantage that the Immortal Path has just built up will soon vanish.
"There's no other way but to mend the sky!" Hongjun's eyes were deep.

"Mending the sky?"

"Yes! The Way of Mending Heaven!"

Hongjun immediately launched a plan—the Covenant between Heaven and Earth!
"Using the Jade Disc of Creation as a medium, we persuaded all the gods and sages of the heavens to sign a covenant between heaven and earth with the Heavenly Dao."

"Announcing that one's own path is merged into the three thousand Great Daos of Heaven, this is the Heavenly Covenant."

"Announcing that the blessed lands and grotto-heavens will be incorporated into the Dao Alliance's power, this is the Earth Agreement."

"The Great Dao cultivated by the Divine can complete the Three Thousand Great Daos of Heaven. The blessed lands and grotto heavens where they reside are all created by Pangu, and each contains its own unique Great Dao, which can also complete the Great Dao of Heaven."

"In return, the Dao Alliance will protect the saints who join, and the Great Dao contained in the Heavenly Dao will be opened to them to help them comprehend the Dao."

"He shares the authority of Heaven and Earth with them. As the divine and holy people make progress in their understanding of the Dao, the Dao of Heaven becomes more perfect."

"It's a win-win situation, and they complement each other."

"You can do that?" Yang Mei's eyes lit up.

Hongjun nodded and said, "We need to act quickly."

"If I'm not mistaken, Taiwei's plan to confer the gods and our plan may very well lead to the same result, albeit through different means."

"Alright, I'll go discuss it with Fellow Daoist Yaochi and the others right away!" Yang Mei turned to leave.

"slow!"

Hongjun said, "You stay here, I'll go."

Yang Mei looked at her with a puzzled expression.

He felt a little uneasy.

Could it be that my secret communication with Taiwei has been discovered?

However, Hongjun's expression remained unchanged.

He simply said, "Although I didn't manage to take the final step during this retreat, it wasn't without its gains."

"This is the latest achievement of the Three Corpses Severing Dao. Study it and strive for a breakthrough!"

Hongjun handed half of the Creation Jade Disc to Yang Mei.

Yang Mei's tense mind relaxed.

"Alright, I won't stand on ceremony with you then."

Hongjun laughed and said, "We've supported each other all this time, why be so polite?"

"Ok!"

Yang Mei nodded sullenly, using the Jade Disc of Creation to comprehend the Dao, and entered a meditative state.

Soon, a mysterious and profound aura spread out.

"Not bad."

Seeing his old friend get into the zone so quickly, Hongjun was all smiles.

He then turned around, left Yujing Mountain, and arrived at the first blessed land.

"A covenant between heaven and earth?"

The Ancestral Witches, who were waiting for an opportunity to ascend to heaven, were approached by Hongjun.

The thirteen Ancestral Witches looked at Hongjun and then at the terms of the contract.

It seems there's no problem.

The ancestral witches hesitated: "Well, it's not impossible."

Seeing that the Ancestral Witches agreed, Hongjun smiled sincerely: "I am very pleased to have gained the approval of the Pangu clan!"

boom! !

Hongjun's words were like a thunderclap in the ears of the thirteen Ancestral Witches.

"The Pangu Clan?"

The ancestral witches glanced at the void; all was calm.

No Pangu axe descended from the sky.

They looked at Hongjun again: "Fellow Daoist, what do you mean by that?"

"Literally of course."

Hongjun accepted the contract, shared the authority of the thirteen Great Daos, and bowed, saying, "Thank you, fellow Daoists. I will not disturb you any longer."

"Farewell!"

Hongjun came quickly and left quickly.

The ancestral witches, their expressions uncertain, were left behind as they sheathed their divine weapons.

"This old Taoist priest is quite something!"

Sigrún has taught at the Iceland University of the Arts as a part-time lecturer since and was Dean of the Department of Fine Art from -. In – she held a research position at Reykjavík Art Museum focusing on the role of women in Icelandic art. She studied fine art at the Icelandic College of Arts and Crafts and at Pratt Institute, New York, and holds BA and MA degrees in art history and philosophy from the University of Iceland. Sigrún lives and works in Iceland.

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