Primordial Era: Starting with the repair of Penglai Immortal Island

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Xuandu concluded, "After those serious conflicts, it became increasingly difficult for the disciples of the two sects to reconcile. They even frequently sought secluded places to duel and fight. Although no further incidents involving damage to the very essence of the Great Dao occurred, it exacerbated the conflicts between the disciples."

"This also led to the fact that after the teacher and the two senior uncles gave their sermons, the trading fairs that facilitated the exchange of goods and resources had long since become a mere formality. The exchange of spiritual items needed for cultivation and the sharing of insights into supernatural abilities only took place between disciples of the Chan Sect and between disciples of the Jie Sect...!"

After listening to Xuandu recount the origins of the matter, Huanglong sighed inwardly.

He already knew that the conflict between the disciples of the Chan and Jie sects stemmed from the fact that the paths cultivated by his master and his uncle were inherently incompatible.

Yuanshi Tianzun, upholding the mandate of heaven, followed the way of heaven, and maintained perfect order; Tongtian Jiaozhu, seizing a sliver of life, defied heaven and fought against fate, and his transformations were endless.

These two fundamental principles, like the two poles of Yin and Yang, though both belong to the realm of the Dao, inevitably clash with each other.

The disciples inherit the master's teachings, and the deeper their cultivation, the stronger their resolve becomes. This philosophy is reflected in events large and small, and accumulates over time.

The outbreak of conflict between the disciples of the two religions was almost inevitable.

However, he did not expect that the conflict would escalate so quickly and so deeply!

If this trend continues unchecked, it will damage the very foundation of our society today, and one day it is hard to guarantee that tragedies of fratricide and life-or-death struggles will not occur.

At that time, even if the venerable masters Yuanshi Tianzun and Tongtian Jiaozhu had a divine heart that could see the heavens, how could they not care about their disciples who were inheriting their great Dao?

If this were to arise among the sages of that time, the eternal tale of the Three Pure Ones as one, residing together on Kunlun Mountain, would likely... truly come to an end.

Thinking of this, even with his resolute Dao heart, Huanglong couldn't help but feel a deep sense of powerlessness.

This is a struggle over the great principles, a difference in ideals, which is beyond the reach of a mere Great Golden Immortal like himself.

The three masters lived together in Kunlun. Although Kunlun Mountain was the second most sacred mountain in the primordial world and the ancestral spiritual vein, it also housed three sages. In particular, the Dao of two of them was subtly in conflict. As their cultivation became more and more profound, their influence on the Heavenly Dao grew. This invisible conflict would naturally be transmitted downwards, affecting their disciples.

In contrast, the two saints, Jieyin and Zhunti, who lived together on Mount Sumeru, were able to support each other without ever showing any signs of discord.

Besides the fact that their cultivation paths complemented each other, it was probably also because their cultivation was relatively weakest among all the saints, and they needed to work together to contend with the Three Pure Ones, Nuwa and other saints in this primordial world.

Amidst his jumbled thoughts, Huang Long's gaze swept over the dozen or so disciples of the Chan Sect who had not yet left the platform, and then looked at the few direct disciples of the Jie Sect who remained at the end, such as Duobao, Jinling, and Wudang. Suddenly, a thought struck him.

It concerns three teachers, which he is powerless to change, but at least, with his current influence, he can still reconcile things somewhat among these core disciples.

Huang Long took a deep breath, suppressing the chaotic thoughts in his mind. A gentle smile returned to his face, and he waved his hand, saying loudly:

"Fellow disciples, this is a rare opportunity. It just so happens that a considerable amount of the Enlightenment Tea at my Daoist temple has matured. Why don't we go together, enjoy tea, and discuss the Dao? It would be good... to strengthen the bonds between the disciples of our three sects, what do you say?"

His voice broke the silence and drew everyone's attention.

The remaining disciples of the Chan Sect, such as Taiyi, Yuding, and Cihang, all nodded in agreement.

Duobao, of course, had no need to say more. Jinling, Wudang, and other disciples of the Jie Sect exchanged glances, hesitated for a moment, and seeing Huanglong's sincere attitude, nodded slightly in agreement.

Just then, four more figures arrived together on clouds not far away. They were Zhao Gongming and the Three Immortal Maidens of Sanxiao—Yunxiao, Qiongxiao, and Bixiao—who were preparing to leave.

The four siblings' auras merged and their Daoist charms blended, clearly indicating that their cultivation had improved again. In particular, Zhao Gongming and Yunxiao's Daoist charms were perfectly harmonious, and they were showing signs of touching the threshold of the Taiyi Realm.

"Greetings, Senior Brother Huanglong!"

Zhao Gongming spoke in a loud voice and bowed respectfully. He was dressed in a Taoist robe, with a heroic face and an imposing presence.

"Long time no see, Senior Brother Huanglong is even more impressive than before!"

The fairy of the clouds had a gentle voice and dignified manners. She was dressed in white, her temperament was aloof and otherworldly.

Qiongxiao and Bixiao followed behind, bowing gracefully.

Huang Long responded with a smile, his gaze sweeping over the four of them. He praised, "Junior Brother Gongming and the three junior sisters' auras are becoming increasingly profound and powerful. Their Dao foundations are nearing perfection, and their essence, energy, and spirit have been condensed and unified. They are likely only one final opportunity away from breaking through to the Taiyi Realm! Congratulations!"

Upon hearing this, Zhao Gongming and the Three Immortals of Sanxiao also showed a hint of pride on their faces. It was truly rare to receive praise from Huanglong, a Great Luo Golden Immortal. After exchanging a few polite words, they were about to ride the wind away when Huanglong suddenly called out to them, "Junior Brother Gongming, Junior Sisters, please wait."

Upon hearing this, Zhao Gongming and the Three Immortals stopped and looked at Huang Long with a puzzled expression.

Fairy Bixiao blinked her bright, lively eyes and asked directly, "Senior Brother Huanglong, is there anything else you need?"

Huang Long smiled warmly and said, "It's not an order. I just invited all of you fellow disciples to my dojo for tea and a discussion, which is a good opportunity to strengthen our bonds. The four of you should come along too; it'll be more lively with more people."

Upon hearing Huang Long's invitation, Zhao Gongming and the Three Immortals of Sanxiao both showed obvious surprise.

Zhao Gongming was a forthright and generous man. Among the core disciples of the three religions, he got along well with everyone. His relationship with the disciples of the Chan Sect was also not as fraught with grudges as that with the disciples of the Jie Sect.

The Three Immortal Sisters, however, spent most of their time cultivating in their cave, and had little contact with anyone, not even the disciples of the Jie Sect, let alone the disciples of the Chan Sect.

Although the four of them were the best among the outer disciples of the Jie Sect, they were rarely, if ever, invited to participate in private gatherings of the direct disciples of the three sects, including Huang Long.

Today, Huanglong, a senior brother who is highly respected among the disciples of the three religions, has surprisingly invited them. How could this not be surprising and astonishing to them?

The others, such as Guang Chengzi and Duobao, were also slightly surprised by Huanglong's request for the outer disciples of the Three Immortals Sect, but they had no objections.

Bixiao, the youngest and most lively of them all, clapped her hands with delight after her initial surprise:

"Great! I've long heard that Senior Brother Huanglong's Five Elements Grotto is the best immortal mountain in Kunlun Mountain, filled with countless spiritual roots, immortal herbs, and rare birds and beasts. I've always wanted to go and broaden my horizons! But I've never had the chance!"

Her voice was clear and melodious, naturally carrying a cheerful tone that instantly captivated everyone present, causing them to smile involuntarily.

As the eldest sister, Yunxiao was more meticulous and composed. She first glanced helplessly at the outspoken Bixiao, then curtsied to Huanglong, her tone filled with sincere gratitude and longing:

"Thank you for your kind invitation, Senior Brother Huanglong. I have long admired your Five Elements Dojo."