Primordial Era: A Counterattack Against Hongjun Daozu at the Start

Zhou Yi already possesses two immortal medicines. In the world of "Covering the Sky," these medicines can extend the lifespan of a great emperor by one lifetime.

The elixir of immortality is said to have originated from the fallen immortals of ancient times, containing supreme laws and principles.

Since ancient times, even powerful beings who have reached the level of Great Emperors have conducted in-depth research on the elixir of immortality in order to comprehend the truths of the universe.

In the primordial world, innate spiritual roots are considered one of the strongest spiritual medicines, but it is difficult to determine which is superior, the elixir of immortality or the divine medicine of immortality.

Soon after, two of Zhen Yuanzi's disciples arrived with three ginseng fruits and placed them in front of Zhou Yi and the other two.

After careful observation, Zhou Yi discovered that these ginseng fruits were indeed shaped like infants, just as rumored.

"With your strength, consuming this ginseng fruit won't be of much benefit, but it will certainly be a novel experience," Zhen Yuanzi said.

"Is this the legendary innate spiritual root? It doesn't seem to have anything special about it. Let me try it first." As Yu Qiang, the ancestral witch, said, he picked up a ginseng fruit and took a bite.

"Thank you for your kindness, fellow Daoist," Hou Tu Zu Wu replied politely.

Zhou Yi also took a ginseng fruit and tasted it; the rich life essence immediately surged into his body.

"It tastes good, but that's all it is, it just tastes good."

After finishing his meal, Yu Qiang, the ancestral shaman, commented, seemingly somewhat dismissive.

Since the Wu tribe does not have a primordial spirit, for the ancestral Wu, the ginseng fruit is merely a delicious food and has no other special effects.

However, Zhou Yi's situation was different. After consuming the ginseng fruit, his understanding of the Great Dao made subtle progress.

Although the progress is not significant, every bit of improvement is extremely valuable to Zhou Yi at this stage. If he can continue to gain such insights, breaking through to the ninth level of Quasi-Emperor and reaching the Great Emperor realm will be just around the corner.

Unfortunately, the effects are most pronounced on the first use, but subsequent uses offer little benefit to the I Ching.

Through this experience, Zhou Yi realized that innate spiritual roots and immortal medicines each have their own merits, and it is impossible to simply judge which is superior.

"Thank you for your warm hospitality, fellow Daoist," Zhou Yi said to Zhen Yuanzi.

"You're too kind, fellow Daoist," Zhen Yuanzi replied.

"Well then, we should take our leave. In this critical moment, please do not hesitate to lend a helping hand," Zhou Yi said.

"I will not shirk my responsibility in this matter," Zhen Yuanzi replied.

Then, Zhou Yi and his two companions bid farewell to Zhen Yuanzi and left the Wuzhuang Temple on Longevity Mountain without lingering any longer.

"Would you mind accompanying me for a walk?" After leaving Wuzhuang Temple, Houtu Zuwu looked at Zhouyi and gently invited him, a bright smile immediately blooming on her face.

Before Zhou Yi could speak, the Ancestral Witch Yu Qiang asked excitedly, "Sister Hou Tu, where are we going to travel this time?"

"Yu Qiang, you should go back to the Wu Clan first. I want to go out for a walk alone with Fellow Daoist Zhou Yi," Hou Tu Zu Wu suddenly said.

"OK."

A simple "good" clearly conveys the attitude of the I Ching.

With a touch of disappointment, Yu Qiang, the Ancestral Witch, returned to the Witch Clan, her heart filled with doubt, not understanding why her sister would choose to go out alone with a human.

Am I no longer the beloved younger sister of Hou Tu? Is my position really going to be replaced by Zhou Yi?

However, in reality, it was Zhou Yi and Hou Tu Zu Wu who embarked on the journey together. The two wandered aimlessly across the primordial land, appreciating the beautiful scenery of various places.

Their travels lasted for fifty years, their footprints covering the land from the west to the east, and from the south to the north.

During their journey, they sometimes walked silently, occasionally revealing a touch of melancholy; sometimes they expressed heartfelt admiration for the wonders of nature; and sometimes they smiled at each other, needing no further words.

During this journey, Zhou Yi witnessed a little-known side of the ancestral shaman of Houtu, a side closer to that of ordinary people.

Whether it was her enthusiastic cheers when she saw the aurora, her sadness when she witnessed the flowers wither, or her curious questions when she heard legends from the future, Zhou Yi gained a completely new understanding of her.

Zhou Yi had always regarded the Earth Goddess as a solemn and rational figure. He never imagined that he would see her let down her guard and reveal such a tender side.

Since his rebirth in this world, Zhou Yi has always been cautious, shouldering the great mission of humanity and making unremitting efforts.

But this time, he decided to temporarily set aside all burdens, stop worrying about the fate of humanity, and stop calculating the gains and losses of each step.

Zhou Yi knew in his heart that this might be the last time he allowed himself to indulge like this. He didn't know when he would have another chance like this.

During their journey with the Ancestral Witch of the Thick Earth, the two gradually get to know and understand each other, and unknowingly, the distance between them grows ever closer.

Sometimes, a single glance is enough to convey what is on each other's minds, without the need for many words.

However, even the most wonderful journeys must eventually come to an end.

Unbeknownst to them, they had already approached the Netherworld Blood Sea. "We've finally returned here. I've been really happy these past few days," said the Earth Ancestral Witch, looking at Zhou Yi with a smile.

Arriving at the Netherworld Blood Sea was no accident. Although Zhou Yi and Hou Tu Zu Wu's journey seemed aimless, Hou Tu Zu Wu always remembered his mission.

"Me too, I'm very happy." Zhou Yi's voice sounded slightly heavy.

Although he had long anticipated this day and knew that it was an inescapable fate for the ancestral sorcerer Hou Tu, Zhou Yi knew he was powerless to change anything.

Should he persuade the Ancestral Witch of Thick Earth not to transform into reincarnation? But he knew that it was her choice, even if it was full of helplessness, it was a decision she made based on her own circumstances.

The Ancestral Witch of Thick Earth had long foreseen the fate of the Witch Clan. If she chose to transform into the Cycle of Reincarnation, then the Witch Clan would still have a glimmer of hope.

Regardless, as one of the leaders of the Wu tribe, Hou Tu Zu Wu was willing to sacrifice everything to protect the Wu tribe.

If humanity faces the same choice in the future, the I Ching, as the common master of humanity, may also make the same decision.

Furthermore, incarnation in the cycle of reincarnation is not only the belief of the ancestral shamans of the fertile land, but also the responsibility of those who inherit the bloodline of Pangu.

Even without the predicament of the Wu tribe, the Hou Tu Ancestral Wu would still choose this path.

Therefore, from the beginning, Zhou Yi did not try to persuade her to give up this decision.

Hou Tu Zu Wu has her own principles, and any persuasion will only put her in a dilemma.

However, this does not mean that the I Ching is inactive.

He revealed to the ancestral witch of Houtu in advance the prophecies about the future of the witch clan and some information about the six realms of reincarnation, all of which were part of the preparations for the future.

With the addition of Zhen Yuanzi and others, when the Ancestral Witch of Houtu decides to transform into Samsara, fourteen quasi-saint level powerhouses, including the twelve Ancestral Witches, Zhen Yuanzi, and Zhou Yi, will gather at the scene.

This power is enough to shake the entire primordial world, and even the most supreme saints would attach great importance to it.