Primordial Era: From the Creation Lotus to the First Disciple of the Three Pure Ones

Chapter 88 The Azure Lotus Asks About Creation

Qinglian sat quietly in the Qingyu Dao Palace, unaware of the passage of time.

His aura was harmonious and unhindered, as if he were one with the entire Kunlun Mountain, yet also as if he were transcendent of all things.

The tenth-grade Creation Lotus slowly rotated in his dantian, each petal radiating a clear brilliance and exuding a Daoist charm, as if containing a nascent world.

During this period of seclusion, he absorbed and refined numerous innate spiritual sources, which not only enabled the Creation Green Lotus to successfully advance to the top grade, but also allowed his understanding of the Dao of Creation to reach an unprecedented and profound level.

The profound principles of heaven and earth contained within the origin flow into the sea of ​​the heart like countless galaxies, mutually verifying, colliding, and merging with his own Great Dao, giving rise to countless new insights and traces of the Dao.

However, Qinglian knew that cultivation could not be achieved by simply shutting oneself in and working in seclusion.

The Way of Creation, in particular, encompasses everything and is contained within the cycle of birth, death, and reincarnation of all things in the universe. To advance further, one must personally engage with the world.

Only by walking through the bustling world and the vast wilderness, observing the changes of the four seasons, discerning the mechanisms of all things, and sensing the breath of all beings, can one truly comprehend the essence of creation.

With his mind made up, he slowly opened his eyes, his gaze clear and bright, as if the shadows of lotuses were rising and falling within them.

He rose, straightened his Taoist robe, and calmly left the meditation room, arriving once again before the majestic and solemn Sanqing Palace.

The palace gates opened silently, as if they had already sensed his arrival.

The Three Pure Ones looked down and saw that his aura was as deep and profound as an abyss, and his precious light was as restrained as jade. He had completely stabilized his cultivation of the Tenth Grade Creation Green Lotus. They all nodded slightly and showed a hint of approval in their eyes.

"This disciple is deeply grateful for Master's generous gifts, and my cultivation has been solidified."

Qinglian bowed respectfully, her voice steady and firm.

"However, the way of creation is infinitely mysterious and cannot be fully comprehended by sitting in meditation. This disciple wishes to once again enter the primordial world, travel to all corners of the world, and experience the true meaning of creation amidst the birth and death of all things. I humbly request Master's permission."

Upon hearing this, the Three Pure Ones did not respond immediately.

On the cloud bed, the aura was ethereal and profound, and three sacred thoughts intertwined, as if exchanging countless thoughts in silence. Daoist rhythms flowed within the hall, and time seemed to slow down at this moment.

After a moment, Lao Tzu spoke slowly, his voice indifferent yet carrying a hint of barely perceptible concern: "Although the primordial calamity has temporarily ceased, undercurrents are surging and dangers lurk everywhere. Although you have a supreme treasure to protect you and your cultivation is sufficient, you still need to guard your true heart and distinguish right from wrong when traveling alone."

The Primordial Celestial Venerable spoke, his tone majestic yet containing a hint of expectation: "Now that you possess the Tenth-Rank Creation Lotus and numerous other treasures, even a newly ascended Quasi-Saint would find it difficult to harm you. We will bear the ordinary consequences for you. However, remember, the Heavenly Way is clear, and calamities are merciless; do not willingly draw yourself into the boundless calamity."

The Master of Heaven laughed loudly, his voice filled with a sense of pride and trust: "Go! Go! The fledgling eagle must eventually spread its wings!"

With your current strength, you can go anywhere in the vast primordial world! If any fools dare to come knocking, brandish the name of Kunlun! If that doesn't work, unleash your magic weapons and kill them all! If you can't win, run; if you can't run, send word, and your masters will back you up!

The Three Pure Ones have made their stance clear: they have full trust in Qinglian's strength and character.

With his current cultivation at the Great Luo Perfection level, he possesses several top-grade innate spiritual treasures, including the Heaven and Earth Profound Yellow Pagoda for unparalleled defense, the Qiankun Diagram encompassing all things, and the Tenth-Grade Creation Green Lotus containing boundless creative vitality. In addition, he has offensive treasures such as the Primordial Measuring Ruler and the Qingping Sword.

Unless they encounter relentless pursuit from powerful figures like Styx or Kunpeng, who are veterans at the mid-stage of Quasi-Saint level or above, they are capable of protecting themselves.

The top powerful beings of the prehistoric world would all give face to the Three Pure Ones and would not easily kill their disciples.

More importantly, the Three Pure Ones themselves did not primarily cultivate the Way of Creation, and their understanding of this path had reached a bottleneck, making it difficult for them to provide Qinglian with further guidance.

They keenly sensed that Qinglian's understanding of the Dao of Creation had, in some respects, even subtly touched upon their own limitations.

To go further, he must rely on himself to find the answer in this vast and primordial world.

"Thank you for your kindness, Master! I will certainly follow your teachings, understand cause and effect, act prudently, and devote myself to enlightenment, so as not to tarnish the reputation of Kunlun!" Qinglian bowed deeply again, a warm current surging in his heart. His master's kindness was as high as a mountain, and he would remember it forever.

After leaving the Sanqing Palace, Qinglian did not leave immediately, but first summoned Sun Wuzhen and Ao Guang. Sensing the summons, the two disciples quickly came before him.

"I wish to travel back to the primordial world to comprehend the Great Dao."

Qinglian looked at her two disciples, her tone calm yet carrying an undeniable authority.

"The focus of this trip is on enlightenment, and there will be no time for anything else. You two should stay in Kunlun and cultivate diligently to consolidate your foundation. Do not slack off."

Although Sun Wuzhen was eager to try, his eyes gleaming with a desire for adventure, he also knew that his master's journey was not about treasure hunting or fighting, but rather an important one concerning the cultivation of the Great Dao.

He scratched his head, suppressing his agitation, and said respectfully, "Master, rest assured, I will take good care of the house and urge my junior brother to work hard! You can go and cultivate in peace!"

Ao Guang also bowed respectfully, his dragon eyes filled with determination: "Disciple understands, I will diligently cultivate and comprehend the supernatural powers, and live up to Master's expectations."

Having settled his disciples, Qinglian had no more worries. With a slight sway, he transformed into a wisp of light, like a cloud of smoke, and silently left the protective array of Kunlun Mountain, stepping once again into the primordial land, permeated with the aura of calamity yet teeming with life.

This trip had a clear objective: the first stop was Wuzhuang Temple on Longevity Hill.

There lived Zhen Yuanzi, the ancestor of the Earth Immortals who was on good terms with him. Zhen Yuanzi was in charge of the Earth Book, sorted out the primordial earth veins, and had unique insights into the vitality of the earth and the creation of all things. It was the perfect place for him to seek enlightenment about creation.

With practiced ease, Qinglian rode the clouds, her mind and spirit merging with the mountains and rivers along the way, feeling the breath and pulse of the earth.

Before long, the majestic sacred mountain came into view. Longevity Mountain is a place of outstanding natural beauty and abundant spiritual energy, a rare and blessed land in the primordial world.

At the mountain gate, the two attendants, Qingfeng and Mingyue, had already received instructions from their master. Sensing the aura of the green lotus, they greeted them with smiles.

"Senior Brother Qinglian, Master foresaw your arrival today and specifically ordered the two of us to wait here for quite some time!"

Qingfeng said with a grin, while Mingyue curiously observed Qinglian from the side, feeling that the aura emanating from this senior brother was becoming increasingly profound and mysterious.

Qinglian nodded with a smile: "Thank you for your trouble, young boys."

Following the boy into Wuzhuang Temple, one finds the courtyard serene and tranquil, imbued with a natural Taoist atmosphere.

Beneath the ginseng fruit tree, the Great Immortal Zhen Yuanzi is personally brewing tea. The aroma of tea, fruit, and Taoist spirit intertwine, creating a delightful and refreshing atmosphere.

Upon seeing Qinglian arrive, Zhen Yuanzi smiled warmly: "Junior Nephew Qinglian, please have a seat. Observing your harmonious aura and inner divine light, your cultivation has become increasingly profound. Congratulations!"

"Uncle Zhenyuan, you flatter me. My progress is entirely due to my master's guidance and a series of fortunate coincidences." After bowing respectfully, Qinglian sat down on the futon opposite Zhenyuanzi and said bluntly, "To be honest, Uncle Zhenyuan, the reason I came here is to ask you for guidance on the Dao of Creation."