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

Chapter 55: The Divine Will Reaching Heaven, Imprisonment in Xuandu

Before Biyou Palace, Xuandu's figure disappeared completely from everyone's sight as the palace gates slowly closed.

The previously lively and noisy atmosphere in the square suddenly quieted down.

Daoist Duobao frowned slightly, a hint of worry flashing in his eyes. He stood with his hands behind his back, gazing solemnly at the silent palace.

"Master's urgent summons of Junior Brother Xuandu... I wonder if it's a blessing or a curse."

His voice was low, carrying a hint of barely perceptible worry.

Starlight flickered around the Golden Spirit Mother, and her usually cool gaze held a solemn expression as she slowly spoke:

"What Junior Brother Xuandu did today, though it enhanced the prestige of our Jie Sect, but..."

She paused slightly, then didn't continue.

But everyone understood what she had left unsaid.

Forcing back the Demon Emperor, confronting the Three Saints, and even triggering the karma of the Dao Ancestor... each and every one of these events was earth-shattering.

More importantly, Xuandu's words, which compared the Dao Ancestor's preaching to his own transmission of the Dharma, were truly too audacious.

Even if Master Tongtian were to protect his own, this matter ultimately involved his two senior uncles, Taiqing and Yuqing, and even subtly touched upon the majesty of the Dao Ancestor.

The Holy Mother of Wudang possessed an ethereal quality, her delicate brows slightly furrowed.

"Master has always been protective of his own, but this time, Junior Brother Xuandu's actions are too shocking and unconventional. Master is worried..."

Before she could finish speaking, she was interrupted by a clear, crisp voice.

"Oh, what are you all worried about!"

Bixiao jumped out gracefully, her beautiful eyes blinking with a hint of disdain:

"I don't think Master will blame Junior Brother Xuandu!"

She looked at everyone, a sly smile on her face:

"Have you forgotten? Back then, Junior Brother Xuandu knelt on Shouyang Mountain for ten years, begging to become a disciple of our Grand Master Uncle, but our Grand Master Uncle ignored him completely."

"Later, when Junior Brother Xuandu came to Jin'ao Island, didn't our Senior Uncle also come to take on disciples?"

Bixiao paused, a hint of smugness flashing in her eyes:

"But what about Master? Not only did he accept her, he directly promoted her to a personal disciple!"

"What does this mean? It means that Master doesn't care what the eldest and second eldest uncles think at all!"

She put her hands on her hips, her voice clear and crisp like a bell:

"Junior Brother Xuandu's actions today, though bold, were all for the sake of our Jie Sect's doctrines and for that glimmer of hope for humanity!"

"Our master is known for protecting his own, how could he blame his junior brother for something so trivial?"

Upon hearing Bixiao's words, everyone was slightly taken aback, and then a thoughtful expression appeared on their faces.

Zhao Gongming stroked his beard and laughed heartily, his voice booming like a bell:

"Third Sister is right! What kind of person is Master? Why would he care about such things!"

"Junior Brother Xuandu's heroic act today is a testament to the supreme doctrine of our Jie Sect: seizing every last chance for survival!"

"Master must be overjoyed!"

Yunxiao nodded slightly, a faint smile appearing on her cool and aloof face:

"Although Bixiao speaks bluntly, she is right. Master's actions have always been unconventional, emphasizing the true heart rather than appearances."

Qiongxiao also said softly:

"Moreover, Junior Brother Xuandu forged the Martial Dao Heavenly Stele, which invoked the merits of the Heavenly Dao and laid the foundation for the human race for ten thousand generations. This is a great merit."

"Even if Master has his reasons, he must have other plans."

Upon hearing this, Daoist Duobao's furrowed brows relaxed slightly. After a moment of contemplation, he slowly nodded:

"What my fellow disciples say makes perfect sense."

His gaze returned to Biyou Palace, his voice tinged with a hint of emotion:

"Junior Brother Xuandu is a genius. Although his actions are shocking, he always hits the nail on the head, winning a chance for survival for the human race and our Jie Sect."

"Master... there must be a deeper meaning behind this."

Upon hearing this, the Holy Mother of Golden Spirit, the Holy Mother of Wudang, and others nodded in agreement, their worries lessening somewhat.

Yes, what a magnificent presence Master Tongtian possessed!

How could he harbor resentment just because his junior brother Xuandu stood up to his two elder brothers?

Moreover, everything Xuandu did was to put the teachings of the Jie Sect into practice.

In the Master's heart, there was probably more relief than blame.

Thinking of this, everyone felt a little relieved, but their eyes remained fixed on the tightly closed palace gates.

What exactly is happening in Biyou Palace?

Why did Master urgently summon Xuandu?

......

Inside Biyou Palace.

Xuandu stepped inside, and the palace gates behind him closed silently.

The hall was empty, with only a cloud-shaped bed and jade throne, a Qingping sword hanging in the air, and the Ten Thousand Immortals Array Diagram faintly visible.

The Master of the Heavenly Sect sat upright on the cloud bed, dressed in a simple blue robe, his face serene.

"Disciple Xuandu greets Master."

Xuan Du bowed respectfully.

Although he had some suspicions in his heart, his expression remained calm and his eyes were clear as he awaited the instructions of the Tongtian Sect Leader.

The Tongtian Sect Leader nodded slightly, his gaze lingering on Xuandu for a moment.

His eyes were as deep as an abyss, as if they could see through all illusions and reach the very core of one's being.

"You've arrived."

The Tongtian Sect Leader spoke, his voice flat and unreadable.

"You've done well on the shores of the East China Sea today."

He spoke slowly, his tone carrying a barely perceptible hint of approval.

"They retreated from the Demon Court, confronted the Three Saints, seized a sliver of hope for the human race, and forged the Martial Dao Heavenly Stele, drawing upon the merits of the Heavenly Dao."

Such actions are unprecedented in the primordial era.

The Master of Heaven's gaze swept over Xuandu, and he continued:

"With your primordial form, you maneuvered among the saints, your words sharp and incisive, and you even used the situation to your advantage, forcing the Primordial Dao Heart to lose its balance."

"Such courage and wisdom are indeed the hallmarks of a disciple of our Jie Sect."

Upon hearing this, Xuan Du's heart stirred slightly, and he respectfully replied:

"This disciple is merely following the trend and practicing Master's teaching of seizing a glimmer of hope."

"If it weren't for my master and the Jie Sect's support, I would not be where I am today."

He spoke earnestly, attributing the credit to the Tongtian Sect Leader and the Jie Sect.

The Tongtian Sect Leader nodded slightly, quite satisfied with Xuandu's attitude.

He doesn't take credit for himself, nor does he forget his roots; this child's character is truly excellent.

However, he abruptly changed the subject:

"but......"

The Tongtian Sect Leader's gaze was deep as he fixed it on Xuandu, his voice carrying a hint of solemnity:

"Your cultivation period is too short. Although you have a heaven-defying opportunity to attain the Primordial Chaos Realm in a hundred years, you have also forged the foundation of a Chaos Demon God."

"but......"

He paused slightly and said slowly:

"Your state of mind can't keep up with your cultivation level."

Xuan Du felt a chill run down his spine.

The Master of Heaven continued:

"The Primordial Golden Immortal transcends the Heavenly Dao and establishes its own laws. It requires not only magical power but also a matching mindset and Dao realm."

"You have risen from the mortal realm to the primordial state in a hundred years. Although your foundation is solid, you have ultimately lacked the tempering of time and the trials of tribulations."

"Your actions today may seem perfect, but in reality, you are walking on eggshells."

"If one does not skillfully leverage the situation, the slightest misstep could lead to utter ruin."

The Tongtian Sect Leader's voice was calm, yet every word struck Xuandu's heart:

"When you confronted your second brother, your words were sharp, but they concealed a hostile intent."

"When arguing with my elder brother, although I was in the right, I lacked a certain tact."

"While the creation of the Martial Arts Monument is ingenious, using merit to create the monument severs the causal relationship with the Heavenly Dao, which is too extreme."

He looked at Xuandu and slowly said:

"What is rigid is easily broken."

"You are now a Primordial Golden Immortal, and the path ahead is long. If your mindset is not strong enough, you will not be able to go far in the end."

Xuan Du was shaken upon hearing this.

Every word the Master said hit the nail on the head.

He attained enlightenment in a century, and although he had the assistance of a system, his foundation was solid.

However, my own mental cultivation is far inferior to that of those great masters who have cultivated for countless years.

Today's actions may seem to have gone smoothly, but in reality, it's like walking on thin ice.

The slightest mistake could lead to death and the annihilation of one's spiritual essence.

"Disciple...is well received your instruction."

Xuandu bowed deeply, his voice carrying a hint of understanding.

Upon seeing this, a hint of satisfaction flashed in the eyes of the Tongtian Sect Leader.

This child has extremely high comprehension; he understands things immediately.

He said slowly:

"That is why I have summoned you here today."

"From this day forward, you shall be confined to the forbidden area behind Biyou Palace and shall not leave."

Xuan Du was slightly taken aback upon hearing this.

The Master of Heaven continued:

"When will I be able to emerge from seclusion after breaking through to the mid-stage of the Primordial Golden Immortal realm?"

"During this period, I calmed my mind to understand the Tao, tempered my character, and solidified my foundation."

His gaze pierced through the palace walls, looking into the endless void, his voice carrying a hint of solemnity:

Furthermore...

"In the primordial world, the aura of calamity grows ever stronger, and the final battle between the Lich and the Demon is likely not far off."

"When the great calamity begins, the world will lose its color, and all things will be overturned. Even a Primordial Golden Immortal caught in it will be in danger of perishing."

Upon hearing Tongtian Jiaozhu's words, Xuandu's last trace of doubt vanished instantly.

He looked up at the figure in blue robes on the cloud bed.

The Master of Heaven met his gaze calmly.

"I see......"

Xuandu murmured to himself.

His master's urgent summons to the palace was ostensibly to allow him to cultivate his mind in seclusion, but in reality, it was to protect him.

His actions today, though seemingly glorious, have in fact sown too many seeds of karma.

On the demon side, Di Jun and Donghuang Taiyi have lost face and will definitely regard him as a thorn in their side.

Master Yuanshi's Dao heart was further wounded, and this enmity had already been formed.

Although the goddess Nuwa has not made a statement, the involvement of a sage is ultimately a hidden danger.

As for the gaze of the Dao Ancestor watching over this place from the shadows...

At this time, closing oneself off to avoid the enemy's sharp edge and waiting for the right opportunity is indeed the best strategy.

not to mention......