Primordial Era: Cultivation level equals the sum of the Jie Sect's total; the Three Pure Ones a

Outside Jin'ao Island, a sea of ​​clouds surges.

The sage Laozi of Taiqing stood silently in the void, his simple Taoist robe remaining motionless in the fierce wind.

His face was as calm as a deep well, as if he were one with the surrounding world.

However, a very faint ripple passed through the depths of those eyes that had seen through the vicissitudes of time.

The strange phenomenon that soared into the sky from Jin'ao Island could not escape the notice of a Heavenly Saint like him.

Auspicious clouds stretched for millions of miles, celestial music drifted, golden lotuses rose from the ground, and chaotic phantoms guarded the scene...

This is by no means an ordinary sign of a Great Luo Golden Immortal breaking through!

What shocked him even more was that the core of that strange phenomenon faintly revealed the chaotic divine and demonic Daoist essence that only existed before the creation of the world!

"The origins of chaotic gods and demons..."

Lao Tzu murmured to himself, and ripples spread across his calm Daoist heart.

He knew perfectly well the origins and backgrounds of all the immortals of the Jie Sect.

Duobao, Jinling, Wudang, Guiling... but they are all top-tier innate talents.

Zhao Gongming and the Three Immortals are also included in this category.

The seven attendants, as well as the outer disciples, were of varying quality.

Even those with extraordinary backgrounds would never be able to reach the level of chaos!

But that strange phenomenon just now couldn't be faked.

That primordial aura that inspired the Great Dao to celebrate and was protected by chaos was undoubtedly the true origin of a chaotic god or demon!

When did another being with chaotic origins emerge in the primordial world? And why did it have to appear on the Golden Turtle Island that reaches the heavens?

and......

Lao Tzu's gaze seemed to pierce through layers of void, landing on that desolate cave at the edge of the island.

"Xuan Du..."

He whispered the name.

This child's destiny was originally clear; he should enter the humanistic teachings and inherit the path of purity and non-action.

But suddenly things changed. He turned to the Jie Sect and disappeared into thin air at the foot of Shouyang Mountain, reappearing in the East Sea.

Now, having only been a member of the Jie Sect for a few days...

Then, strange phenomena appeared on Jin'ao Island, where chaotic gods and demons appeared!

Is it a coincidence?

Lao Tzu's eyes flickered slightly, and he deduced the workings of the Heavenly Way.

The secrets of heaven remain shrouded in mystery, and the destiny associated with this child is obscured by an unseen force.

But his saintly intuition points to an answer.

The one who triggered that chaotic phenomenon was Xuandu!

"Humanity's origins—how did they come to this?"

Even Lao Tzu was not without a surge of shock and turmoil in his heart at this moment.

Nuwa created humans and attained sainthood through her merits. He knew all too well the origins and potential of the human race she created.

Those who are nurtured later in life have shallow foundations.

Even with the Taiyi Golden Elixir and the Nine-Turn Spirit Medicine, one can only slightly improve one's innate abilities; there is absolutely no possibility of reversing one's innate nature, let alone reaching the Chaos Realm!

This can no longer be explained by chance or luck.

This is utterly mind-blowing and defies all common sense!

This child must possess a shocking secret that even a sage would find difficult to fathom!

Just as Lao Tzu's mind was racing, deducing the secrets of heaven...

The void before him rippled gently.

A figure in green robes appeared silently.

With sword-like eyebrows and bright eyes, and an upright posture, his body naturally exudes a sharp sword intent that cuts through the heavens and takes the path.

It was none other than the Tongtian Sect Leader.

"Brother."

Tongtian bowed respectfully, his face displaying just the right amount of confusion.

"What wind blew you from the tranquil Shouyang Mountain to my bustling Jin'ao Island?"

He looked calmly at Lao Tzu, but he already understood.

The commotion caused by Xuandu was so great that it eventually alarmed Laozi.

Lao Tzu withdrew his gaze from the island and looked at Tongtian, his expression still indifferent.

"The sky above Jin'ao Island just now witnessed an astonishing phenomenon."

His tone was flat, as if he were stating a simple fact.

"The chaotic energy permeated the land, and the Great Dao celebrated, as if the origins of chaos had appeared in the world."

Upon hearing this, the Tongtian Sect Leader raised his eyebrows slightly, a hint of surprise appearing on his face before turning into a smile.

"So that's why you've come, elder brother."

He flicked his sleeve and pointed to the lingering afterglow on the island.

"It was merely a chance encounter of one of my disciples, who condensed the Three Flowers and triggered some unusual phenomena in the heavens and earth."

"It would be a great trouble for you to personally inquire about this, elder brother."

In his words, he casually described the terrifying chaotic phenomenon as a few unusual celestial phenomena.

Laozi's face remained calm and expressionless, revealing neither joy nor anger; he simply glanced at Tongtian with a deep gaze.

"When did you even acquire some of the foundations of the Chaos Gods and Demons?"

The Tongtian Sect Leader laughed heartily, his sword intent flowing naturally around him, dispersing some of the Daoist aura of non-action brought by Laozi.

"The primordial world is vast and full of wonders."

"It's common for disciples to have some fortuitous encounters."

"Elder brother, you established the Humanistic Teachings, advocating non-action and purity. Why are you so curious about my disciples today?"

His tone was somewhat casual, but his gaze met Lao Tzu's without flinching.

The two sages faced off in the void outside Jin'ao Island.

His aura was indifferent, like the heavens hanging high above, treating all things as mere straw dogs.

A surge of sword intent soared to the heavens, like a sharp sword being drawn from its sheath, seeking to seize a sliver of life.

Invisible ripples of the Great Dao collided in the void.

Below, the vast East China Sea's waves seemed to freeze instantly, as if solidified by an invisible force.

Millions of aquatic creatures trembled in fear as they dived into the deep sea.

On Jin'ao Island, Wanxian was alarmed once again.

Powerful divine senses cautiously probed out, only to collide with the even more terrifying and subtle holy might outside the island before retreating in horror.

Daoist Duobao, Holy Mother Jinling, Zhao Gongming, the Three Immortal Maidens...

One by one, the disciples and the seven attendants appeared, gazing out of the island with extremely solemn expressions.

"It's the Sage Taiqing! Why is he here again!"

Bixiao covered her mouth and gasped softly, her beautiful eyes filled with surprise and doubt.

"Master and Senior Uncle Taiqing are facing off..."

"Could it still be because of Junior Brother Xuandu?"

Qiongxiao, standing to the side, frowned deeply.

Yunxiao's expression was cold and aloof, his gaze piercing through the void and landing on Laozi's seemingly ordinary figure. He said in a deep voice:

"Although Master Taiqing's aura is faint, his Daoist charm is in harmony with the Dao of Heaven, restrained yet unleashed."

"This visit is by no means ordinary."

Zhao Gongming stroked the golden whip, his thick eyebrows furrowed:

"It must be that strange phenomenon from earlier; Senior Uncle Taiqing must have sensed it..."

Daoist Duobao stood before the crowd, his face solemn, his mind racing.

Who exactly caused these strange phenomena?

How could it have attracted the attention of two sages in succession?

The void beyond the island.

Laozi remained noncommittal to Tongtian's question, his gaze once again turning towards the desolate cave.

"Was the disciple who caused the strange phenomenon Xuandu?"

He pointed it out directly, his tone calm, yet carrying the unique majesty of a Heavenly Saint.

The Master of the Heavens' eyes flickered slightly; he knew he couldn't hide it any longer, so he stopped beating around the bush.

"Indeed, it is Xuandu."

He readily admitted that his sword intent had intensified threefold.

"This child is destined to join my Jie Sect. His entry into my sect and the favor of the Great Dao are a blessing bestowed upon him by his own efforts."

Upon hearing this, a faint ripple crossed Lao Tzu's calm eyes.

It really is Xuandu.

The one who triggered the chaotic phenomena and possessed the background of a chaotic god or demon was indeed this child!

Could it be that Tongtian already knew that Xuandu possessed such a heaven-defying opportunity?

So even though he personally went to Jin'ao Island that day, this third brother did not hesitate to slightly offend his elder brother and insisted on taking Xuandu under his wing.

This thought, once it arose, stirred even the calm and undisturbed mind of Lao Tzu.

He slightly raised his eyes and looked at Tongtian.

The Tongtian Sect Leader sensed Laozi's gaze, a faint smile curving his lips, but he remained silent.

Some things don't need to be said.

Unspoken to each other.

Lao Tzu's expression remained unchanged, yet his divine mind had already deduce countless possibilities in an instant.

Now that things have come to this, Xuandu has joined the Jie Sect, triggering chaotic phenomena, transforming his foundation into a chaotic god-demon, and even reaching the peak of the Great Luo Golden Immortal.

Its destiny is already closely linked to the fortune of the Jie Sect, and it is difficult to separate them.

Forcing things will only lead to a loss of peace and tranquility.

The way of non-action is to follow the natural course of things.

He gave Tongtian a deep look, his gaze seemingly piercing through the void, and fell once again on the location of Xuandu within the island.

The variables surrounding this child are becoming increasingly significant.

The future primordial world may be stirred up by him.

That's it.

Lao Tzu had already made up his mind and said no more.

His aura of indifference and detachment lingered slightly as he turned to leave.

Now that we understand the cause and effect, there is no need to stay here any longer.

However, just as he was about to move...

"snort!"

A cold snort resounded through the void without warning!

The voice was not loud, but it carried an aura of supreme authority, instantly suppressing the surging waves of the East China Sea and freezing the clouds over hundreds of millions of miles!

On Jin'ao Island, all the immortals changed color!

The disciples, including Daoist Duobao and Holy Mother Jinling, suddenly looked up, their eyes filled with shock!

Another saint?

The Tongtian Sect Leader's sword-like eyebrows suddenly rose, and a sharp sword intent burst forth in his eyes, piercing straight into a certain point in the void.

Lao Tzu's departing figure paused slightly, then slowly turned back.

For the first time, a faint trace of helplessness clearly appeared on his usually calm and composed face.

Not far from Lao Tzu, the void rippled outwards.

Strands of pure, celestial light flowed, coalescing into the phantom of a white jade and golden bridge, stretching across the sky.

On the golden bridge, a middle-aged Taoist priest quietly appeared.

He was dressed in a jade-pure Taoist robe, with a dignified face, eyes that seemed to hold the stars, and an aura of great and solemn holy power emanating from him.

Upon its appearance, it caused the natural laws of the surrounding world to pay homage to it, and the order of all things to revere it!

It is none other than the Jade Purity Saint, the Primordial Heavenly Venerable!