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Chapter 376 Xuanqing's Divide into Saintly Positions, the Heavenly Dao Committee

A thousand years passed quietly in the "academic research" and "scripture revision" that the gods in the Zixiao Palace worked day and night, like a fleeting moment, yet it seemed as if they had experienced countless vicissitudes of time.

The aura of the Heavenly Dao Hongjun atop the high platform has undergone a tremendous change. It is no longer the initial cold and lifeless desolation, nor is it the benevolent and gentle demeanor of "Taoist Hongjun" when he preaches.

Instead, it becomes as complex and profound as a kaleidoscope, yet subtly reveals a harmony that has been "carefully crafted".

Countless chains of laws, formed from the will of the Great Dao of the Gods, entangled him like a fine spider web, and seemed to have become an inseparable part of his new "Heavenly Dao Body," together constructing a brand-new and more complete Heavenly Dao system.

Inside the Zixiao Palace, an unprecedentedly rich Daoist aura permeated the air.

Those are the traces left after the three thousand great paths intertwine, collide, and corroborate each other, and also the essence condensed from the wisdom sparks of countless gods.

Some Taiyi Great Powers, who were only a hair's breadth away from the Great Luo Dao Fruit, had, through thousands of years of "academic discussions" and "scripture writing," become deeply influenced and enlightened, reaching an unprecedented level of understanding and insight into their own Great Dao.

They witnessed firsthand how the top Grand Luo Supremes of various research groups analyzed the Heavenly Dao, sorted out the laws, extracted the true meaning from the seemingly chaotic "Dao Reversal Body" sample, and skillfully integrated their own Great Dao into the grand framework of the operation of the Heavenly Dao.

The effect of such immersive observation and practice is far superior to that of solitary solitary cultivation for millions of years.

Every detail, every flow of Daoist energy, every collision of laws, is like a resounding bell, deafening and awakening, pointing directly to the origin of the Great Dao.

At this moment, as the Heavenly Dao scriptures written by their respective research groups reached a state of perfection through repeated "interactive revisions" with "Heavenly Dao Hongjun," they resonated with the profound principles of Heavenly Dao in an unprecedented way.

The bottleneck that had plagued them for countless years was suddenly broken open, like a stubborn rock shattered by spring thunder!

boom!
A Taiyi deity, who came from a humble background and was usually unknown, but had many insightful views in the "chatting" research group, suddenly had his aura surge.

Above his head, a phantom Dao flower slowly condensed, transforming from ethereal to tangible, becoming incomparably dazzling.

The Great Luo Dao Fruit has been achieved!
"Congratulations, Fellow Daoist Qianyang!" Fuxi cupped his hands in congratulations.

This is the Eastern hermit cultivator, True Man Qianyang.

His Ten Directions Divine Palace will gain another great general in the future!
The entire research team offered their congratulations: "Congratulations, fellow Daoist, on attaining the Great Luo Dao! From this moment on, you transcend time and space, becoming eternally indestructible!"

"Congratulations to you!" Although Master Qianyang tried his best to remain calm, the ever-upturned corners of his mouth betrayed him.

The breakthrough of Master Qianyang seemed to trigger a chain reaction.

Another powerful being, Taiyi, who had been diligently working in the "Chantian" research group and assisting Yuanshi Tianzun in sorting out the laws of order, suddenly felt something and sat cross-legged in the void.

At this moment, two golden beams, each about a foot long, shot out from his eyes, as if they could pierce through illusions and look directly at the origin of the laws.

Behind his head, a Dao wheel engraved with countless intricate runes slowly rotated, its power of laws surging and radiating a solemn yet harmonious force of order.

"Hmph!" "Ha!"

Two streams of yellow and white breath emerged from the Taoist's mouth and nose, and instantly two thunderous sounds reverberated through the void.

In the Purple Cloud Palace, the deities who knew the meaning of the three sounds of creation were all astonished as they looked at this great being.

"Congratulations, Fellow Daoist Du'e, on attaining the Great Luo Dao and achieving great freedom and ease!"

Beside Yuanshi Tianzun, Guang Chengzi stepped forward first and loudly congratulated him.

The entire “Chantian” research group, consisting of hundreds of deities, was happy for the True Man Du’e and offered their congratulations.

Master Du'e humbly said, "My success in condensing the Dao Fruit is all thanks to everyone."

"If it weren't for the fact that you fellow Daoists shared the profound truths of the Great Dao without reservation, I don't know when I would have been able to comprehend the Great Luo Dao."

Du'e, having gained the substance, did not forget to save face for everyone.

The atmosphere of "you're good, I'm good" instantly filled the entire research group.

"If you are interested, fellow Daoist, you may come and settle in my Eastern Kunlun." At this moment, [Yuanshi Tianzun] spoke, extending an olive branch to True Man Du'e.

He then said to the members of the research group, "If you want to come, you can settle down in the Kunlun Mountains."

The Celestial Venerable stated that blessed lands and grottoes are for those of virtue to inhabit.

Our East Kunlun region is vast, and apart from the main ridge, Yuxu Peak, we can provide you with all the other mountain ranges, large and small.

Master Du'e was flattered and overwhelmed by the honor.

The members of the research group were overjoyed to hear this.

"Thank you, fellow Taoist!"

Everyone was pleasantly surprised by the Celestial Venerable's magnanimity.

Everyone took to heart the words "those who are virtuous" spoken by the Celestial Venerable.

But is there any panic?

Don't panic at all.

Which of the saints who can come to Zixiao Palace is not a virtuous person?
Who can question it?

Who dares to question?

After all, martial virtue is also a virtue!
At the same time, all the research groups and discussion groups, large and small, including Taishang's "Xuantian" research group, Yuchen's "Jietian" research group, Jieyin's "Xitian" research group, and Zhunti's "Mingtian" research group, have made great breakthroughs.

Inside the Zixiao Palace, shouts of joy and delight rose and fell incessantly.

One after another, powerful and domineering auras, ethereal and otherworldly auras, as heavy as mountains, and as agile as water, soared into the sky.

These auras intertwined in the void, transforming into dazzling rays of Daoist light, making the entire palace appear like a sacred hall where all Daoist principles converge.

In less than half an hour, nearly a hundred Taiyi Grandmasters achieved enlightenment during this special exchange and successfully condensed the Great Luo Dao Fruit.

This number drew the attention of all the gods present.

It should be understood that any Great Luo Supreme Being in the primordial world is an unparalleled existence capable of establishing a sect and suppressing the fortune of a region.

In the past, it might take several cycles of time to produce one such person.

Now, however, they are springing up like mushrooms after rain, and are being mass-produced in Zixiao Palace!

"This is a blessing for our Heavenly Dao Academy, and a blessing for the Primordial World!"

Those top-tier supreme beings who had already attained the Great Luo Dao Fruit, especially the deans of the various branch academies, nodded in agreement upon seeing this scene, their eyes revealing genuine satisfaction and joy.

Upon seeing this scene, the righteous historian Nuwa wrote: This is not only a small step for them, but a giant leap for the primordial world!

This is not only a breakthrough for them personally, but also a huge boost to the overall strength of the Primordial World.

This also indirectly confirms the extraordinary significance of this Zixiao Palace Assembly and the profound insights of the Taiwei Heavenly Emperor.

Behind Nuwa, Yinglong, the Goddess of Danxiao, and Nüqing, the Goddess of Qingxiao, saw Nuwa's records.

They thought to themselves, "No wonder the history of Taiwei Yuan is so glorious and brilliant. It seems that I must learn from this advanced experience and, after returning to the Dragon Clan (Netherworld), I must speed up the revision of the historical records belonging to the Dragon Clan (Netherworld)!"

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Just as the joy of this breakthrough and the overwhelming aura of the newly crowned Ronaldo had not yet completely subsided.

A flash of light appeared inside the Purple Cloud Palace.

The figure of the Heavenly Emperor Xuanqing reappeared quietly, still as calm and composed as ever, yet exuding an undeniable majesty.

His gaze swept over the gods, especially those who had just broken through to the Great Luo Golden Immortal realm, and a hint of approval appeared in his eyes.

He then looked at Hongjun on the high platform, a satisfied smile appearing on his lips.

"My fellow Daoists have cultivated for a thousand years and achieved remarkable results, which makes me very happy."

Xuanqing's voice rang out in the hall, clear and gentle.

The gods snapped out of their reverie and joy, and bowed to Xuanqing in unison: "It is all thanks to the Heavenly Emperor's excellent leadership!"

They understood that without the Heavenly Emperor's leadership in establishing the Primordial Heavenly Dao Academy, they would never have been able to achieve such tremendous progress and opportunities in such a short period of time.

“The scriptures presented by you all are profound and mysterious, and they are all of great benefit to Fellow Daoist Hongjun in achieving the Dao.”

Xuanqing said slowly, "Seeing everyone's hard work and dedication, Fellow Daoist Hongjun, who is currently in the process of achieving Dao, will surely remember it and never forget everyone's kindness."

The gods all laughed and said, "There's no need to remember these details; we're all doing this for the sake of the primordial world!"

Being remembered by Hongjun, who is about to attain enlightenment, doesn't seem like a good thing.

Let's not bother remembering it.

At this moment, Xuan Qing said, "This academy exchange conference has been a great success. I intend to establish the Primordial Heavenly Dao Committee, firstly to be responsible for the operation of the academy, and secondly to coordinate the operation of the Heavenly Dao."

"The Heavenly Dao Committee?" Upon hearing this unfamiliar term, all the gods looked puzzled.

"good."

Xuanqing nodded, “The operation of the Heavenly Dao in the future prehistoric world will no longer be decided by Fellow Daoist Hongjun alone, nor by me alone, but will be discussed, coordinated and managed by the Heavenly Dao Committee.”

"In the future, committee members will need to act as 'representatives' and 'executors' of the Heavenly Dao. They will be responsible for coordinating the balance and operation of the Heavenly Dao laws they represent with other laws, ensuring the overall harmony and stability of the primordial world and all the myriad realms."

The gods' eyes lit up upon hearing this.

This is good!

Xuanqing continued, "The Heavenly Dao Committee has seven permanent directors and several rotating members."

"Among the seven permanent council members, the Heavenly Emperor occupies one seat, and the remaining six positions shall be selected from the deans of the various branches of the Heavenly Dao Academy."

The gods immediately knew that the last six positions were crucial!

At this moment, smiles appeared on the faces of the deans of all the branches of the Heavenly Dao Academy.

The teachers in the branch school all shook their heads and sighed.

Before they came to Zixiao Palace, they had already been assigned positions.

It's not that they don't want to be deans, they just don't have the ability!

Among the gods, Kunpeng secretly rejoiced: "Fortunately, I hold multiple academy deans' positions, which greatly increases my chances of winning!"

Apart from Kunpeng, none of them held multiple positions.

"Now we need to elect six permanent members of the board. Does anyone have any suggestions?"

Xuanqing fully respected the opinions of the many deities and asked them what their selection criteria were.

Kunpeng offered a suggestion: "Since the Heavenly Emperor is one of the permanent council members, the other permanent council members of the Heavenly Dao cannot be lacking. Their cultivation, fortune, merit, reputation, ability, and so on are all indispensable."

"Yes, that makes sense." The gods nodded.

Those who can be compared to the Heavenly Emperor must not be too bad, otherwise they would not be able to convince the public.

By this standard, he should be a Great Luo Supreme.

Those who were not of the highest rank present should step back.

Next, we'll proceed with the selection process. Hongyun said, "Since this is an academic exchange conference, and the Heavenly Dao Committee is responsible for the academy's operations, how about we determine the successors based on academic standards?"

"According to academic standards?" the gods pondered.

"Correct!"

Hongyun nodded: "The core evaluation criteria will be the quality of the 'Heavenly Dao Scriptures' presented by our various research groups over the past thousand years, their contribution to the perfection of the Heavenly Dao, and their guiding significance for the future development of the primordial world."

"In other words, the research results of the research group and discussion group that are most outstanding and best reflect the correct direction of the development of the Heavenly Dao will be the most qualified to become the permanent director of the Heavenly Dao Committee and participate in the management and decision-making of the future prehistoric Heavenly Dao."

"What do you think?"

Upon hearing this, members of various research groups and discussion groups within the Zixiao Palace subconsciously looked at their respective group leaders.

"That method will also work."

To some extent, the group leaders represent the common interests of the group members, as they are all elected by them.

As a result, everyone elected their own group leader as their representative.

The Three Pure Ones, Nuwa, Jieyin, Zhunti, Dijiang, Zhuque, Qinglong, Baihu, Zhenwu, the Dark Demon God, and Fusheng Xuanhuang Tianzun.
From the vast wilderness to the distant past, there were a total of thirty-three candidates.

Kunpeng retreated to a corner, looking dejected.

At that moment, he deeply regretted his previous humility.

If I had been more confident and decisive, my chances would have been even greater!

Kunpeng sighed inwardly.

"So, how do we evaluate the research results of the various candidates to be the best?" a deity asked.

"How about letting Fellow Daoist Hongjun make the choice?" The Heavenly Emperor's voice was calm and methodical.

"We need to invite Fellow Daoist Hongjun to use his 'degree of absorption and integration' and 'intensity of resonance and feedback' with the scriptures as the most basic criteria for judgment."

"After all, the purpose of everyone's scriptures is ultimately to help them align with the Tao, so their 'approval' is of paramount importance."

Upon hearing this, the gods all nodded in agreement, finding the standard reasonable.

Whether the scriptures they submitted were well "eaten" and "digested" by the Heavenly Dao Hongjun is the most direct reflection of this.

"Then, let Fellow Daoist Hongjun give his evaluation."

Xuan Qing waved his hand and distributed a stick of incense to the thirty-three candidates.

Everyone's expressions immediately turned strange.

Doesn't this seem a bit off?

"Come on, don't just stand there, offer incense," Xuanqing urged.

Then, thirty-three sticks of incense were lit.

Wisps of purple clouds drifted towards Hongjun, only to be absorbed by the Jade Disc of Creation.

The gods stared intently at the high platform, their expressions filled with anticipation.

After a while.

On the high platform, the illusory image of the Creation Jade Disc above Hongjun's head trembled slightly, emitting six of the most dazzling, purest, and most vast Primordial Purple Qi.

These six streams of primordial purple energy seemed to possess their own will, precisely locking onto the six candidates.

Upon seeing this, Xuanqing smiled.

He proclaimed loudly: "Through the resonance between the will of Heaven and Fellow Daoist Hongjun, the representatives of the following six research groups have won this election and shall enjoy the favor of Heaven, bearing the important responsibility of the future operation of the Heavenly Dao in the prehistoric world!"

Xuanqing's voice was like a divine decree, containing supreme authority, as he announced the final result word by word.

The first wisp of primordial purple energy was the thickest and most dazzling. Like the first ray of dawn after the creation of the world, it fell directly on the head of [Yuanshi Tianzun].

"The 'Yuanshi Kaitian Chandao Lun' presented by Fellow Daoist Yuqing points directly to the origin of the Great Dao and elucidates the ultimate principles of the Heavenly Dao. It lays the most solid foundation for Fellow Daoist Hongjun's path to the Dao and can serve as a permanent councilor of the Heavenly Dao."

Having absorbed the Primordial Purple Qi, the aura of the [Primordial Celestial Venerable] became even more majestic.

He bowed deeply and said, "Thank you, fellow Daoists, thank you, Heavenly Emperor, thank you, Dao Ancestor."

Immediately afterwards, a second wisp of primordial purple energy drifted down and landed on the Supreme One's head.

"Fellow Daoist Taiqing, the 'Treatise on the Response of the Supreme Being' that you presented, the Great Dao of returning to simplicity and truth, provides the foundation of 'emptiness and stillness' for Fellow Daoist Hongjun's path to the Dao, so that the operation of the Heavenly Dao is not too rigid and easily broken, and adds a touch of harmony and composure. Its merit is also great, and it can be a permanent member of the Heavenly Dao."

As the words fell, the second wisp of primordial purple energy merged into the Supreme Being's ancestral aperture between his eyebrows.

The Supreme Daoist's aura became increasingly ethereal and profound, and a phantom image of a Taiji diagram appeared behind his head. Black and white energy flowed, and the Daoist rhyme of Yin and Yang permeated the air, as if resonating with the breath of the entire universe.

He nodded slightly, bowed to Xuanqing and Hongjun on the high platform, his voice calm and even, yet containing supreme Daoist wisdom: "This humble Daoist accepts your offer and will do my utmost to assist the operation of the Heavenly Dao."

Immediately afterwards, Xuan Qing's gaze turned to Daoist Yu Chen, his voice carrying a hint of appreciation:
"The 'Lingbao Duren Wuliang Zhang' presented by Daoist Shangqing expounds the grand aspiration of seizing the last glimmer of hope, teaching without discrimination, and enabling all things to attain the Dao, injecting a source of 'change' and 'vitality' into Daoist Hongjun's path of merging with the Dao."

"This allows the Heavenly Way to maintain its progressive and inclusive spirit even under strict order, adding infinite possibilities. Its contribution is also indispensable, and it can be considered a permanent member of the Heavenly Way Council."

The third, equally flawless primordial purple energy, carrying an incomparably sharp yet boundless life force of sword intent, pierced through the air and merged into the crown of Jade Emperor's head.

clank!!
Jade Emperor Daoist's sword aura soared into the sky, with the phantoms of the Four Immortal-Slaying Swords appearing and disappearing behind him. His fierce killing intent and compassionate intention to save all living beings were miraculously integrated, forming a unique Daoist charm of tribulation.

He laughed loudly, bowed to Xuanqing and Gaotai, and said, "I will surely use the sword in my hand to seize a glimmer of life for the primordial world and protect all living beings!"

Inside the Purple Cloud Palace, all the gods had no objections to the successful selection of the Three Pure Ones.

After all, Pangu was the true successor, possessed profound Taoist skills, made outstanding contributions, and truly deserved his reputation.

The fourth wisp of primordial purple energy, gentle and full of vitality, fell like spring rain and precisely struck Nuwa.

Xuanqing said, "Fellow Daoist Nuwa, your book, 'The Evolution Chart of Creation and Myriad Spirits,' has completed the key links in the Heavenly Dao's work on the reproduction of living beings and the creation of all things, making the operation of the Heavenly Dao more vibrant and compassionate. Your contribution is invaluable, and you should be appointed as a permanent member of the Heavenly Dao Council!"

After Nuwa received the Primordial Purple Qi, her holy light shone even brighter, and the authority of the Great Dao of Creation perfectly merged with her primordial spirit.

She bowed gracefully to Xuan Qing and Gao Taiying, and delivered her acceptance speech in a gentle voice:

"I will use the way of creation to nourish all things, protect all living beings, and make the primordial world thrive and prosper."

The selection of the righteous historian pleased all the gods.

After Nuwa came Jieyin and Zhunti.

Xuanqing said, "The 'Western Pure Land Conception Sutra' and the 'Eight Hundred Side Paths Universal Salvation Method' presented by you two fellow Daoists have opened up new paths and created a new field of 'convergence of faith and vow power' and 'spiritual redemption of all beings' for the Primordial Heavenly Dao."

"These two methods not only point out and open up many paths of development, but also provide a wonderful way for the vast number of ordinary people who have difficulty in cultivation to rely on spiritual faith, accumulate merit and vows to seek spiritual comfort and future transcendence."

"This move greatly expands the inclusiveness and universality of the Heavenly Way, allowing its brilliance to shine on a wider level. Its merit is extraordinary, and it deserves a permanent position on the Heavenly Way Council!"

The fifth and sixth strands of Primordial Purple Qi transformed into a lotus flower and a golden relic, respectively merging into the bodies of Jieyin and Zhunti.

Intense Buddhist light and waves of vow power erupted from both of them at the same time.

"We will certainly follow the leadership of the Heavenly Emperor, and in the future, we will assist the Heavenly Emperor in operating the Heavenly Dao, contribute to the construction of the Heavenly Dao Academy, and actively explore ways for all beings to transcend!"

Jieyin and Zhunti wore compassionate expressions, their hearts filled with both aspirations for the future and an awareness of the heavy responsibilities they bore.

The Western gods were overjoyed when they saw this.

Excellent! It's great that we have two permanent members on the Western Council!

Those gods who were not selected inevitably felt a little disappointed, but they quickly accepted reality and congratulated the six permanent council members of the Heavenly Dao.

Congratulations poured in from all sides within the Zixiao Palace.

Xuanqing waited for the gods to finish their congratulations before continuing to speak.

"With the six permanent members selected, we will now select the rotating members."

"Your Majesty, why don't we let other candidates serve as the first rotating committee members?" At this moment, Kunpeng had also come to a realization and once again actively offered his suggestion.

"After all, they were elected by everyone, so it is reasonable for them to serve as the first rotating committee members."

Upon hearing this, Xuan Qing looked at everyone.

"What do you think?"

All the gods said, "We have no objection!"

Xuanqing smiled and nodded: "That's fine too."

After saying that, Xuanqing took out another Creation Jade Disc, and twenty-seven streams of Xuanhuang Ancestral Qi descended and were distributed to the remaining candidates.

"The Primordial Purple Qi and the Profound Yellow Ancestral Qi are both authorities of the Heavenly Dao, which are of great benefit to cultivation. I hope you will study them carefully."

"We thank the Heavenly Emperor!"

Many members of the Heavenly Dao Committee were overjoyed.

"At the same time, with great power comes great responsibility."

Xuan Qing looked at the group of Heavenly Dao Committee members.

"Both the Primordial Heavenly Dao Academy and the Heavenly Dao Committee need to shoulder the great task of 'educating all living beings,' pass on the Great Dao you have comprehended in a suitable way, improve the overall cultivation level of the Primordial World, guide the gods on the way, and seek the well-being of all living beings."

"You are the managers of the Heavenly Way, the guides of all living beings, and the maintainers of the primordial order."

"From now on, we must remain true to our original aspiration and keep our mission firmly in mind, and strive for a better future for the primordial world and all the myriad realms!"

Xuanqing repeatedly emphasized the mission of the Heavenly Dao Committee.

He needs the gods to actively participate in the management and education of the primordial world, becoming important assistants to the Taiwei Heavenly Court in governing the primordial world.

"We will humbly obey the Heavenly Emperor's teachings!" Whether they were members of the Heavenly Dao Committee or deans of other Heavenly Dao Academy, everyone expressed their solemnity and seriousness.

Xuan Qing nodded in satisfaction: "In that case, I hereby declare the First Primordial Heavenly Dao Committee, hmm?"

Before he could finish speaking, a sudden change occurred in Zixiao Palace.

Above the high platform, clouds churned and rolled.

A blazing purple light shot out from the Jade Disc of Creation, circled once in the Purple Cloud Palace, and finally swiftly entered Hongyun's body.

"what!"

Hongyun shouted.

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