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

Xuan Du nodded slightly after hearing Shen Ni's words.

"Three half-step Hunyuan Taiji and one Hunyuan Taiji are indeed not to be underestimated."

He paused, then looked up at Shen Ni.

"But since you were able to survive there for billions of dollars and devour so many chaotic beings, it means they weren't that scary."

Shen Ni remained silent for a moment, then slowly said:

"Master is right. Although they are strong, they are not invincible."

"That old beast Cangxuan only guards the northern border and doesn't concern itself with external affairs."

"The old tree of Aoki has been rooted in the Southern Territory for eternity."

"Tai Xu has never shown himself, and even his disciples doubt whether he really exists."

"The Xuanji Heavenly Domain appears to be full of powerful figures, but in reality, each faction acts independently."

"As long as you don't step into their territory, there won't be too much trouble."

Xuan Du breathed a sigh of relief upon hearing this and nodded, saying:

"That's good. Once things are settled in the Primordial World, we'll set off."

Shen Ni bowed respectfully and said:

"Your disciple obeys."

Xuan Du waved his hand slightly and said:

"Go down now. Prepare well these next few days. I will make arrangements accordingly."

Shen Ni nodded, turned around, and took a step forward.

The void rippled silently as the figure in black robes vanished from Lingyun Cave in an instant.

The cave returned to silence, the purple clouds still surged, and the green jade still covered the ground.

Xuan Du stood alone before the cloud bed, gazing at the vanished figure, his eyes as deep and unfathomable as an abyss.

"The Mysterious Realm of Heaven..."

He spoke in a low voice, which drifted through the cave.

"Half-step Hunyuan Taiji, Hunyuan Taiji..."

"It's a nice place."

"Go there to recruit apprentices; you'll surely reap even greater rewards."

He withdrew his gaze, sat cross-legged, closed his eyes, and sank his mind into the depths of his dantian.

That familiar light curtain still floats silently.

[Host: Xuandu. 】

[Bound Faction: Jie Sect.]

[Unlocked features: Total Cultivation Level, Total Background, Total Supernatural Powers, Total Techniques, Total Comprehension, Total Luck.]

[Real-time effect: Eliminated.]

Xuan Du stared at the line of writing, his gaze calm.

The myriad immortals of the Jie Sect, the Dharma protectors, billions of human beings, the four fierce beasts, Shenni, and Rahu.

This is the foundation of his current totality.

The real-time effect has been removed, and all the gains are now permanently his.

This is his greatest source of confidence.

That's also the source of his confidence to go to the Xuanji Heavenly Domain.

Xuan Du regained his composure and slowly opened his eyes.

He stood up, hands behind his back, in the cave, and looked out towards the outside of the cave.

Above Jin'ao Island, the aura of fortune shone like the sea.

The Chaos Bell hangs in the center of the pivot, its body shimmering with light.

Below, the myriad immortals of the Jie Sect each occupied their respective positions and cultivated their own paths.

Duobao secluded himself in front of Biyou Palace, while Kong Xuan meditated on the Five Elements in his cave.

Zhao Gongming, the Three Immortals of Sanxiao, Wudang, Guiling, and Jinling each pursued their own cultivation.

Business as usual.

But he knew that beneath this calm surface, undercurrents were surging.

Although the Heavenly Dao has collapsed, its origin remains; although Hongjun has dispersed, his gray figure may not have truly vanished completely.

The primordial world needs someone to oversee it, and the Jie Sect needs someone to protect it.

If he were to leave, a foolproof plan must be in place.

Xuan Du remained silent for a moment, then spoke, his voice echoing through Biyou Palace.

"Master, I have something to discuss with you."

A moment later.

Within the Biyou Palace, purple clouds surged and billowed.

Tongtian sat cross-legged on the cloud bed, his sword intent flowing like water around him.

He opened his eyes and stared at the figure stepping in from outside the palace gate.

"What is it?"

Xuandu landed in the palace and bowed slightly.

"Master, this disciple plans to go to the depths of chaos."

"Go to the Xuanji Heavenly Domain."

Tongtian's gaze narrowed slightly.

"The Mysterious Silent Heavenly Domain?"

"That's the place where the Chaos Gods gather, a realm that only a Primordial Grand Luo Immortal can set foot in."

"What are you going there for?"

Xuandu straightened up and looked at his master.

"This disciple is about to break through."

"At the peak of the ninth level of the Primordial Great Luo Realm, I have reached a bottleneck."

"In the primordial chaos, there was no more opportunity."

"Only in the depths of chaos can one find the threshold of the half-step Primordial Taiji."

Tongtian remained silent, gazing at Xuandu, at that young yet composed face.

After a long silence, he slowly opened his mouth.

"Have you made up your mind?"

Xuan Du nodded slightly and said firmly:

"It's decided."

"However, this disciple will not leave immediately."

"First, settle the prehistoric world, settle the Jie Sect, and settle the human race."

"I will set off once everything is in order."

Tongtian looked at him.

"How do you plan to settle in?"

Xuan Du thought for a moment and then spoke.

"I have already discussed the matter of the primordial world with the Goddess Houtu."

"The balance of the three paths was initially established. Although the Heavenly Dao collapsed, the origin of the Heavenly Dao still remains."

"This disciple will seal Zixiao Palace with the Chaos Pearl, preventing anyone from approaching the origin of the Heavenly Dao."

"The underworld is ruled by the Goddess Houtu, ensuring a stable cycle of reincarnation."

"With nine sages, including Fuxi, Shennong, and Xuanyuan, guarding the human race, there is no cause for concern."

"The Intercepting Sect..."

He paused.

"This disciple wishes to request that Master reside on Golden Turtle Island and command all immortals."

Tongtian looked at him and remained silent for a moment.

"You want me to guard your home for you?"

Xuan Du smiled slightly.

"Exactly."

"This disciple will go to the depths of chaos, where it will take anywhere from ten thousand years to several eons."

"With Master here, I can leave in peace."

Tongtian gazed at him for a long time.

He then shook his head slightly, but a smile appeared on his lips.

"You certainly know how to make arrangements for your teacher."

"Very well, it's time for this old body of mine to get some exercise."

"Go ahead and go. I will guard Jin'ao Island for you."

"I will keep an eye on all the immortals of the Jie Sect for you."

"In the primordial world of the Three Realms, I will protect you."

"Waiting for you to come back."

Xuan Du bowed slightly, completing the greeting completely.

"Thank you, Master."

He straightened up, gazing at his master's gaunt face and his eyes that shimmered with sword light.

An indescribable warmth welled up in my heart.

The master who received the billion-dollar gift has never changed.

From the Investiture of the Gods to the collapse of the Heavenly Dao, Master always stood there.

Stand behind him, stand behind the Jie Sect.

They remained silent, yet never left.

"Master."

Xuan Du spoke, his voice calm.

"If anything changes after I leave, you may send a message to me."

"Although I am in the depths of chaos, the Chaos Pearl can traverse the void and connect to the primordial world."

"This disciple will leave behind two Dao bodies."

"One body sits on Jin'ao Island, the other roams the primordial wilderness."

"If a powerful enemy attacks, my Dao body can protect the entire Jie Sect."

Tongtian nodded and slowly said:

"You can arrange it."

"I'll just sit here and oversee things; you can take charge of the rest."

Xuan Du nodded and said:

"Then this disciple will make the arrangements immediately."

He turned around and strode out of Biyou Palace.

Those steps were firm, those backs were straight.

Biyou Palace returned to silence.

Tongtian stood alone on the cloud bed, watching the departing figure.

His eyes were deep and unfathomable.

"The Mysterious Realm of Heaven..."

He spoke in a low voice, which drifted through the palace.

"Kid, you'd better come back alive."

The sound faded, returning to nothingness.