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

Lingyun Peak, Jin'ao Island

Deep within the cave, purple clouds swirled.

Xuandu sat cross-legged on the cloud bed, his green robes hanging down and his black hair flowing over his shoulders.

He closed his eyes, his mind sinking into the depths of his dantian.

suddenly.

He opened his eyes.

A faint glimmer of light flashed deep within those eyes, which were as calm as an ancient well.

I sensed it.

A message was rushing from Wen Zhong's residence in the direction of Chaoge.

The message carried the presence of Wen Zhong.

It bears the mark of Our Lady of the Golden Spirit.

It possesses the unique Taoist charm of the disciples of the Jie Sect.

Xuan Du raised his hand and made a gentle gesture.

The message transformed into a ray of golden light and entered his brow.

Wen Zhong's voice echoed in his mind.

"Vice Leader, Shen Gongbao, a disciple of the Chan Sect, has come to join us."

"This disciple has ascertained that although this person comes from the Chan Sect, he harbors resentment towards the Primordial Celestial Venerable."

"I deeply abhor the Chan Sect's rules that emphasize lineage over moral character."

"Furthermore, this person believes that the Jie Sect will not be defeated in the Investiture of the Gods."

"The Chan Sect has no chance of winning."

"That's why I'm here to vote."

"This disciple dares not act on my own initiative; please make the decision, Vice Master."

The sound faded, returning to nothingness.

Xuandu remained silent.

He stood on the cloud bed, his gaze calm.

Shen Gongbao.

The fate of the flying bear.

Disciples of the Chan Sect.

Disciple of Yuanshi Tianzun.

A key figure in the Investiture of the Gods.

According to the original destiny, this person traveled far and wide, gathering immortals.

Let all the immortals of the Jie Sect be listed.

He was a key figure in the Investiture of the Gods.

But now, he has come to join us.

They came to join the Jie Sect.

Why?

Xuan Du's gaze narrowed slightly.

He recalled what Wen Zhong had said in his message earlier.

"Although this person comes from the Chan sect, he harbors resentment towards Yuanshi Tianzun."

"I deeply abhor the Chan Sect's rules that emphasize lineage over moral character."

"Furthermore, this person believes that the Jie Sect will not be defeated in the Investiture of the Gods."

"The Chan Sect has no chance of winning."

A slow smile crept onto Xuan Du's lips.

The smile was faint, yet it carried a profound understanding that saw through everything.

Shen Gongbao.

A smart person.

Knowing how to assess the situation and act accordingly.

They know how to seek advantage and avoid harm.

We need to know who the real winner is in the Investiture of the Gods.

Such a person is needed by the Jie Sect.

Because the Investiture of the Gods was not just about fighting and killing.

There's also scheming, planning, and the unseen struggle for destiny.

Shen Gongbao was eloquent, meticulous, and skilled at persuasion.

If one can truly serve the Jie Sect, one will be a sharp weapon in the Investiture of the Gods.

But what if he's a spy?

What if he was an undercover agent sent by Yuanshi?

What if he harbors ill intentions and seeks to collude with outsiders to undermine the foundation of the Jie Sect?

Xuan Du's gaze narrowed slightly.

He raised his hand.

A chaotic light surged from his palm.

It transformed into an extremely fine ripple, piercing through the void and speeding towards Chaoge.

"Wen Zhong, have him come to Jin'ao Island."

"I want to meet this Shen Gongbao in person."

The sound faded, returning to nothingness.

Chaoge Wenzhong Mansion

The void rippled slightly.

A wisp of chaotic light rushed in from the east.

It disappeared into Wen Zhong's brow.

Wen Zhong was startled.

The light in those three eyes suddenly shone brightly.

The deputy leader delivered a message.

Tell him to take Shen Gongbao to Jin'ao Island.

I want to meet this disciple of the Chan Sect in person.

Wen Zhong took a deep breath, suppressing the surging emotions in his heart.

He turned around and looked at Shen Gongbao, who was standing below the steps.

"The Vice Leader has given an order."

"I will take you with me, Grand Tutor, to Jin'ao Island."

"He wants to see you in person."

The sound faded, like the evening drum and the morning bell.

Shen Gongbao was startled.

A sudden burst of light shone from those sparkling eyes.

The Vice Sect Leader of Xuandu wants to see him?

To meet him in person?

"Thank you, Grand Tutor!"

Shen Gongbao bowed deeply, making sure the greeting was complete.

Wen Zhong nodded.

He raised his hand, and a golden light emanated from his palm.

It transformed into a golden flying boat, suspended in the void.

"Come up."

Shen Gongbao took a deep breath and leaped onto the flying boat.

Wen Zhong stood at the bow of the boat, his three eyes gazing eastward.

In the direction of Jin'ao Island, the aura of fortune shines like a vast, boundless sea.

"Walk."

The word fell.

The flying boat transformed into a golden streak of light and sped off towards the east.

Jin'ao Island

Purple clouds swirled, and golden light soared into the sky.

The flying boat hovered over the island, with Wen Zhong and Shen Gongbao standing at its bow.

Shen Gongbao raised his eyes and gazed at the fairy island in front of him.

Purple clouds like the sea, golden light like the tide.

The spiritual energy is like mist, and the Daoist essence is like an abyss.

This is the Jie Sect.

This is the Jie Sect, where all the immortals come to pay homage.

This is the largest power in the primordial world.

He took a deep breath, suppressing the surging emotions in his heart.

"Grand Tutor, your disciple..."

Wen Zhong raised his hand to interrupt him.

"No need to say more."

"The Vice Leader is waiting for you at Lingyun Peak."

"Come with me."

As soon as he finished speaking, he took a step forward.

The flying boat transformed into a streak of light and disappeared into Jin'ao Island.

Lingyun Peak

Purple clouds swirled before the cave dwelling.

Wen Zhong stood below the steps and bowed slightly.

"Vice Master, your disciple Wen Zhong has brought Shen Gongbao here."

After the sound faded, the cave fell silent.

A moment later.

"Come in."

The three words fell like the sound of a morning bell and an evening drum.

Wen Zhongzhi stood up and pushed open the door to enter.

Shen Gongbao followed closely behind and entered the cave.

Deep within the cave, purple mist swirled.

A figure in green sat cross-legged on the cloud bed.

Her green robes hung down her back, and her black hair cascaded over her shoulders.

He has a youthful face and deep, penetrating eyes.

His aura was restrained and deep, yet beneath that restraint lay a terrifying power capable of destroying the world.

Xuandu.

Deputy leader of the Jie Sect.

Peak of the ninth level of the Primordial Golden Immortal realm.

Half-step Hunyuan Tai Chi footwork.

He spent a century proving his Dao, mending the heavens and supporting the sky, subduing the four ferocious beasts, subduing the rebellious gods, awakening the way of humanity, and perfecting the way of the earth.

Even the Dao Ancestor Hongjun suffered a loss.

Even the Primordial Celestial Venerable bowed his head.

The connection between Yinzhunti and others was suppressed.

This is the person he wants to see.

This is the master he wants to seek refuge with.

Shen Gongbao knelt on the ground and kowtowed repeatedly.

"Disciple Shen Gongbao greets the Vice Master."

The sound shook the cave, and purple clouds surged.

Xuan Du looked at him, his gaze calm as still water.

Beneath that calm surface lies a profound understanding that sees through everything.

Get up.

The three words fell like a spring breeze.

Shen Gongbao stood up and stood in the cave.

He bowed slightly, not daring to raise his head.

Xuan Du looked at him and remained silent for a moment.

Then, he slowly began to speak:

"You want to join the Jie Sect?"

Shen Gongbao nodded:

"Yes."

"As a disciple of the Chan Sect, I will never have a chance to rise in rank."

"As a disciple under the tutelage of the Primordial Celestial Venerable, I will never have the chance to rise above my station."

"Although I am from the Chan Sect, my heart has long been with the Jie Sect."

"This disciple is willing to serve the Jie Sect and the Vice Leader."

"I am willing to go through fire and water for the Jie Sect during this calamity of the Investiture of the Gods."

The sound fell, like the clanging of metal and stone.

Xuan Du looked at him, his gaze remaining calm.

"Aren't you afraid that I am merely a pawn of Dao Ancestor Hongjun?"

"Aren't you afraid that the Intercepting Church will be defeated during the Investiture of the Gods?"

"Aren't you afraid you'll choose the wrong side or the wrong club?"

Shen Gongbao looked up at the figure in green.

Those sparkling eyes were now filled with determination.

"I'm not afraid."

"Because I know that the Jie Sect will not be defeated."

"Because this disciple knows that the Vice Master will not lose."

"Because this disciple knows that in the Investiture of the Gods, only the Jie Sect will emerge victorious."

As the words fell, a sense of relief washed over him.

Xuan Du looked at him, a slow smile creeping onto his lips.

The smile was faint, yet it carried a profound understanding that saw through everything.

"it is good."

"I will take you in."

"From this day forward, you are a disciple of the Jie Sect."

"He studied under Wen Zhong, practicing the techniques of the Jie Sect."

"Waiting for the Investiture of the Gods to begin, awaiting the arrival of the Great Calamity."

"Your time to step up will come."

Shen Gongbao knelt on the ground and kowtowed repeatedly.

"Thank you, Vice Leader!"

The sound shook the cave, and purple clouds surged.

Wen Zhong stood to one side, watching the kneeling figure.

The light shimmered in the three eyes.

Shen Gongbao.

He joined the Jie Sect.

The Flying Bear Mandate of the Chan Sect was obtained by the Jie Sect.

The Jie Sect was the driving force behind the Investiture of the Gods.

The vice-leader made a brilliant move.