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Kong Xuan was greatly alarmed.

Although this immortal volcano is located in a remote area, it is not isolated from the world.

He had heard of all the major events in the primordial world and the most powerful beings.

The Jie Sect sent ten thousand immortals to pay homage, creating a magnificent spectacle. Among them, outstanding figures such as Daoist Duobao and the Holy Mother Jinling had their names resound throughout the primordial world.

As far as he knew, even the chief Daoist Duobao of the Jie Sect was only at the mid-stage of the Great Luo Golden Immortal realm.

But this Xuandu before my eyes...

Humans?

That race, created by the sage Nuwa from clay, has only existed for a little over ten thousand years, with shallow origins and difficult cultivation.

How could a peak Great Luo Golden Immortal appear?

This completely overturned his understanding!

More importantly, he had never heard of Xuandu in the prehistoric world.

It was as if this person appeared out of thin air and ascended to the top in one step!

Such skill is something that no unknown person could achieve.

unless......

An absurd yet seemingly the only reasonable thought uncontrollably entered Kong Xuan's mind.

He suppressed the turbulent emotions surging within him, forcibly stabilizing the restless Five Elements Immortal Light surrounding him, staring intently at Xuan Du, and asked, word by word:

"How many years have you been cultivating since then?"

Xuan Du was just about to subdue the other party with swift and decisive measures when he heard this and was taken aback.

Years of spiritual practice?

He subconsciously looked inward at himself.

Merging memories, I awoke at the foot of Shouyang Mountain, kneeling in worship for ten years... No, that belonged to my past self.

What truly belongs to him, from the moment he opened his eyes until now...

Having broken free from Lao Tzu's karmic ties, he was transported to Jin'ao Island, joined the Jie Sect, received their martial arts techniques, and finally found Kong Xuan at this moment...

All told, it didn't even last a day!

And that astonishingly high cultivation level of a Great Luo Golden Immortal was obtained instantly from system feedback.

In terms of the actual time spent practicing the Shangqing Gongfa, it was only a few hours.

How can this be told to outsiders?

Although the look of surprise on Xuan Du's face was fleeting, it did not escape Kong Xuan's notice.

Kong Xuan's doubts deepened, and the sense of absurdity grew stronger.

Seeing Xuan Du remain silent, he couldn't help but press on:

"What? Could it be that your cultivation period is very short?"

His tone carried an urgency he himself was unaware of, along with a hint of...unbelievable speculation.

Xuan Du quickly composed himself, his face returning to its usual calm and composed state.

He naturally couldn't reveal the secrets of the system and his own origins.

In the blink of an eye, he had already come up with an explanation.

"What does the length of one's spiritual practice have to do with attaining true enlightenment?"

Xuan Du's voice was calm, yet it carried an indescribable confidence.

"One's fortune, opportunities, and wisdom are all determined by fate."

"I was favored by my master and was taught the Great Dao. Once I understood it, it was equivalent to ten thousand years of hard work by others."

"The mysteries here are beyond your comprehension, fellow Daoist."

His words were ambiguous, neither admitting nor denying, but instead attributing everything to the teachings of the Tongtian Sect Master and his own enlightenment, and even subtly mentioning the lineage of sages to increase his persuasiveness.

However, these words struck Kong Xuan like a thunderclap!

"Is a single moment of enlightenment equivalent to ten thousand years of arduous cultivation by others?"

Could it be... that this person has truly reached such a level in a very short time?

is it possible?

If a sage were to dedicate himself to nurturing him, bestowing upon him unparalleled opportunities, and coupled with an extraordinary level of comprehension...

Kong Xuan found that he could not completely deny this possibility.

The Tongtian Sect Leader is a sage of the Heavenly Dao, whose methods are unfathomable.

If he truly nurtures someone, he might just create a miracle.

Just how terrifying must Xuandu's comprehension be?

Does the human race truly possess such potential?

For a moment, Kong Xuan's gaze toward Xuan Du became incredibly complex.

He felt surprise, shock, scrutiny, and even a hint of apprehension that he himself was unwilling to admit.

If that's true, then the Jie Sect and the Tongtian Sage are probably even more unfathomable than he imagined.

As for Xuandu, his future is simply immeasurable!

He cultivated diligently for countless years, relying on the legacy of the Phoenix Clan and his innate foundation in the Five Elements, to achieve the mid-stage of the Great Luo realm.

If the other party can really cross over here in a very short time, wouldn't my pride become a joke in front of this person?

Xuandu took in all the changes in Kong Xuan's expression and knew that his mind had been captivated by him.

The time has come!

He said no more, and the immense pressure of a peak Great Luo Golden Immortal erupted from his body!

Boom!

It was as if the entire immortal volcano was trembling!

The sky was torn apart by an invisible force, revealing a dark, empty background.

The viscous lava in the valley below was instantly pressed down several feet and solidified like an iron plate.

The originally vibrant and extraordinary innate five elements energy surrounding Kong Xuan's body has now become stagnant and heavy, its brilliance dimmed.

Kong Xuan groaned, feeling as if his body was being suppressed by a divine mountain weighing billions of jin.

Every inch of flesh and blood, every strand of soul, was emitting a mournful cry of unbearable burden.

The five-colored fairy robe spontaneously erupted with dazzling light in an attempt to resist, but it was defeated step by step by the absolute difference in power.

A flush rose on his handsome face, a sign that his magical power was being forcibly suppressed.

His eyes were filled with horror and... a trace of helplessness.

The Great Immortal ascends to a new heaven with each step.

The difference between the mid-stage and the peak may seem to be only two minor realms, but in reality, the gap in strength is as vast as clouds and mud!

He had no doubt that if Xuandu went all out, he probably wouldn't be able to hold out for long.

"Fellow Daoist,"

Xuan Du's voice rang out again, calm yet carrying an undeniable determination.

"Ask one more time."

"Would you be willing to join my Jie Sect and together comprehend the supreme Dao?"

The oppressive aura intensified, directly questioning Kong Xuan's Dao heart.

It is a desperate battle to uphold the last dignity of the Phoenix Clan's Crown Prince, which may damage his Dao foundation or even lead to his death and the dissipation of his Dao.

Or should we temporarily bow our heads and join this unfathomable Jie Sect? Perhaps, as he said, we can break free from fate and glimpse the Primordial Chaos.

Kong Xuan gritted his teeth, and a trickle of golden blood seeped from the corner of his mouth.

His proud nature made him unwilling to submit.

But reason screamed at him, reminding him of the despairing gap in strength between them.

And... Xuan Du's incredible cultivation speed, and the potential of the Jie Sect that it represents.

Struggling, a violent struggle, a fierce collision in his eyes.

Xuan Du did not urge him, but simply maintained his oppressive aura, powerful enough to shatter stars, and waited quietly.

He believed that Kong Xuan was a smart man.

They will make the most advantageous choice.

Time seemed to freeze at that moment.

Every breath felt incredibly long.

at last.

The five-colored immortal light that Kong Xuan was struggling to resist slowly receded like a tide.

His straight spine bent almost imperceptibly.

His tightly closed eyes snapped open, the arrogance and resentment deep within them forcibly suppressed, transforming into a profound and complex expression.

He looked at Xuan Du, his voice slightly hoarse and dry:

"What you say... can the Jie Sect truly help me... transcend the Phoenix Clan's destiny? Perfect the Five Elements Great Dao?"

Xuan Du was certain that the matter was settled.

He toned down his imposing manner somewhat, his tone remaining calm but now carrying a hint of solemnity:

"Our master controls the Dao of Heaven and teaches without discrimination."

"Let us join the Jie Sect and strive together for the Great Dao."

"With your talent, it's only a matter of time before you gain the Master's favor."

"Transcending fate is not an empty phrase."

Kong Xuan remained silent for a moment, then took a deep breath.

He slowly cupped his hands, facing Xuandu, and even more so towards the direction of the mysterious Golden Turtle Island, and said in a deep voice:

"Kong Xuan of the Phoenix Clan... wishes to join the Jie Sect and listen to the teachings of the sages."

Upon hearing this, Xuandu was overjoyed.

Become!

The gate to the Primordial Dao was opened to him from that moment on!

If Kong Xuan can be formally recruited into the Jie Sect, then I can gain the combined number of disciples and followers of the Jie Sect.