Primordial Era: Starting with Self-Created Mythical Great Luo Law

Kunlun Mountain is a supreme and blessed land in the primordial wilderness.

This place is filled with innate spiritual energy, like mist and tide, permeating the mountains; clouds and rosy hues entwine the mountainside, and further up, they are completely shrouded in thick fog, only vague shadows can be seen, like a fairyland.

The mountain scenery is extraordinary: thousands of cranes soar through the sky, and the sound of birds flapping their wings is endless; on the ground, the spirits of plants and trees shuttle through the forest, and strange beasts leap between the rocks and ravines, their roars echoing through the valleys. Rare flowers bloom in the crevices of rocks, exotic herbs grow in the secluded valleys, and innate spiritual medicines are everywhere, within easy reach.

Several spiritual springs meander down from the mountaintop, their clear streams flowing gently, branching out to the left and right, nourishing all living things.

Chen Yu gazed at the scenery for a long time before finally stepping towards the foot of Kunlun Mountain.

A thousand years ago, three great beings, Taiqing Laozi, Yuqing Yuanshi, and Shangqing Tongtian, attained sainthood on the same day and proclaimed to the primordial world: "We will open an altar at Kunlun to teach disciples and spread the Great Dao widely."

Chen Yu was originally an ordinary person from a later era. In his previous life, he saw a child about to be hit by a speeding car and bravely rushed to save him. Although he saved the child, he was killed in the accident.

For some unknown reason, my soul has traveled here and possessed a mortal body.

This body was originally a post-natal being with mediocre talent, but because it lived in the primordial wilderness and was immersed in innate spiritual energy every day, it eventually cultivated to the Refinement of Emptiness realm over the years.

Upon hearing the news that the Three Pure Ones were accepting disciples, he felt hopeful and decided to go to Kunlun to try to find an opportunity—if he could become a disciple of the sages, not only would his life be saved, but his path of cultivation would also be smooth and worry-free.

"To be a disciple of a sage is to ascend to heaven in one step." This was his belief.

The primordial world is still unsettled, with the witch clan and the demon clan constantly at war, and all races are dependent on one of them, with only a few able to live in relative peace.

Although the human race was created by the sage Nuwa, its foundation was weak. Fortunately, Nuwa protected it, and Laozi secretly looked after it, thus sparing it from the ravages of war.

Furthermore, because Laozi of Taiqing once established the Human Teachings in the human world and rectified the name of the human race, since then other races have not dared to offend them lightly, and the human race has been able to recuperate and thrive.

Upon learning that the Three Sages would be selecting disciples in Kunlun, Chen Yu immediately bid farewell to his clansmen and set off alone.

After trekking for hundreds of millions of miles, traversing dangerous and perilous terrains, and enduring countless hardships, we finally arrived at this mountain.

At this moment, millions of creatures had gathered at the foot of the mountain, some standing and some standing, discussing among themselves.

Chen Yu approached quietly, listening intently to everyone's conversation.

It took a long time to realize that those who wish to become disciples of a sage must enter the formation he has set up, and only by breaking through the formation can they be allowed to enter his inner chamber.

The path of the sages cannot be easily glimpsed; one must undergo trials before entering it.

These three formations have already kept the vast majority of visitors out.

The three sages have different lineages, and their principles for setting up formations also differ:

Taiqing Laozi advocates "doing nothing, yet nothing is left undone." His formation focuses on testing one's understanding of the "pure and natural" way. Only when the mind is free of dust can one pass through.

The Jade Purity Primordial Formation rigorously examines one's innate qualities, temperament, and comprehension, with a particular emphasis on one's foundation.

Even if one's temperament is slightly inferior or one's comprehension is insufficient, as long as one has outstanding potential, there is still hope of passing the test.

The array set up by Shangqing Tongtian is the most mysterious. It does not value aptitude or background, but only whether there is a "master-disciple relationship". If there is a relationship, one can enter immediately; if there is no relationship, one will stop in front of it.

After listening, Chen Yu's gaze swept over the three array gates in turn, his expression solemn.

In fact, the person he admired most was Laozi, the Supreme Lord of the Pure Land.

"If I can gain entry into their fold, what future will I have to worry about?" he thought to himself.

Consider the Grand Master Xuandu. Just by virtue of being a direct disciple of Laozi, he ranks first among the three religions and is revered as the senior disciple of the Xuanmen sect. His status is extraordinary and unmatched.

However, at this moment, gazing at the vast and unpredictable array, he hesitated.

He knew that he only had one chance. If he made the wrong choice, all his years of hard work and travel would be for naught.

As for the Yuqing Yuanshi lineage, it was originally his second choice. But when he looked at that formation, he suddenly felt a desire to back down.

"I am but a creature born of humble origins, how can I possibly pass this test?"

I overheard that twelve people had already successfully broken through the formation.

He knew perfectly well that those twelve people would surely become the renowned "Twelve Golden Immortals" of the future. The Primordial Celestial Venerable was extremely strict in accepting disciples; once the number reached twelve, he would no longer accept new ones.

This has always been the case with the Chan sect, without exception.

So, his gaze slowly shifted to the array set up by Shangqing Tongtian.

This formation makes no demands, asks no questions about origins, and does not seek to outdo anyone; it only asks one question: "Is there a connection between us?"

"If fate allows..." Chen Yu murmured, a glimmer of light in his eyes, "Perhaps, this is my only chance."

At this moment, Chen Yu fell into deep thought.

This decision will completely change his future.

After a long while, his gaze gradually hardened, and he had already made up his mind.

Without hesitation, he abandoned the great formation set up by Taiqing Laozi and Yuqing Yuanshi, and instead looked at the formation set up by Tongtian Jiaozhu.

Because he knew that Taiqing Laozi had never accepted disciples at Kunlun Mountain, while Yuqing Yuanshi had already set the number of twelve Golden Immortals. The quota was full, so why should he miss his own opportunity?

This opportunity only comes once; it must be seized precisely and cannot be missed.

Having made up his mind, Chen Yu strode toward the grand formation set up by Shangqing Tongtian, his goal clear—to become his disciple and seek the Great Dao.

As for whether he was a master and disciple of the Tongtian Sect Leader, he did not know.

But since we're already here, why not give it a try? What if fate brings us together?

At the foot of Kunlun Mountain, millions of people watched his every move.

Seeing that his cultivation was only at the Refining Void Realm and he had not yet stepped into the path of immortality, they all showed contempt and ridicule.

Chen Yu ignored it. He had been subjected to the gaze of the outside world far too many times, and was now numb to it.

Indeed, his strength was weak, and the gap between him and the many geniuses present was enormous.

But he remained steadfast, his steps firm, and he stepped into the great formation.

Upon entering, one immediately senses the flow of energy within the formation, concealing hidden mysteries.

He then sat cross-legged, looked around, and began to ponder.

At this moment, atop Kunlun Mountain, inside the Sanqing Palace.

Shangqing Tongtian, who was sitting high in the center, suddenly opened his eyes and looked at the formation he had set up, a hint of surprise flashing between his brows.

"A being born after death has actually intruded into my formation, wishing to become my disciple and cultivate the Great Dao?"

He chuckled softly, seemingly finding it amusing.

This action immediately attracted the attention of Taiqing Laozi and Yuqing Yuanshi.

Inside the Sanqing Palace, only three people sat solemnly, while outside the palace, hundreds of disciples had gathered.

These people all came from the Yuqing Yuanshi and Shangqing Tongtian schools, with the Shangqing lineage being particularly numerous.

"Third brother, what has moved you so much?" Taiqing Laozi asked.

Upon hearing this, Shangqing Tongtian looked at his elder brother and slowly said, "A human being has come into my formation. He is a being created after birth, yet he insists on entering the formation, wishing to become my disciple and seek the Great Dao."

"This is the first person to actively seek me out for the Dao, so I am somewhat surprised."

Upon hearing this, Yuqing Yuanshi remained expressionless, but a hint of disdain flashed in his eyes.

"A mere creature born after birth dares to presume to comprehend the great Dao of the sages; truly, it is unaware of its own shallowness."

Shangqing Tongtian ignored it, but simply stared at the great formation, quietly deducing the secrets of heaven.

A moment later, a sudden jolt.

"hiss--"

"It turns out we are truly destined to meet! This connection is actually that of master and disciple!"

Upon hearing this, Taiqing Laozi gently shook his head, then closed his eyes and returned to contemplating the Dao of Heaven.

He knew that since they were already destined to be together, Tongtian would not let this person go.

Yuqing Yuanshi wanted to speak again, but stopped himself before he could finish. He then closed his eyes in silence and returned to his cultivation.

At this moment, Shangqing Tongtian's thoughts stirred, and his voice pierced through the great formation, reaching Chen Yu's ears directly:

"I am Shangqing Tongtian, and the sect I founded is called 'Jie'. Since you wish to join my sect, tell me, what is the meaning of the word 'Jie'?"

Inside the great formation, Chen Yu was waiting for a response. Upon hearing this voice, he immediately stood up and bowed respectfully.

"Reporting back to the Sage Who Reaches Heaven, 'Cut' means to sever, open, or take."

"Seeing that all living beings in the primordial world were trapped and had no way out, the sage seized a sliver of hope for all beings and opened up the path of cultivation, so that all those with blood and breath could ask the way to immortality."

He continued his explanation, speaking clearly and logically, incorporating both his contemporary insights and later generations' understanding of the Jie Sect. His arguments were well-organized and profound.

Upon hearing this, the Tongtian Sect Leader in the Sanqing Palace was suddenly filled with shock.

What this person said is exactly the same as my original intention in establishing this religion!

The purpose of the Jie Sect is precisely this: regardless of origin or race, the only wish is to save all those with predestined affinity and seize a sliver of heavenly secrets.

He acknowledged Chen Yu.

After Chen Yu finished speaking, he said no more and quietly awaited the final verdict.

Shangqing Tongtian gazed at the figure within the great formation, his eyes flickering slightly, finally revealing a hint of appreciation.

"Although there is a master-disciple relationship between us, it is a pity that our fate is not yet deep enough. If you join my sect, you can only be an outer disciple."

Upon hearing this, Chen Yu immediately faced the summit of Kunlun Mountain and respectfully performed the formal ceremony of becoming a disciple.

"Disciple Chen Yu greets Master."

In the Sanqing Palace, Shangqing Tongtian listened, a faint smile appearing on his lips.

Although Chen Yu was born later in life and had no innate foundation, his words and actions showed that he had a clear mind and extraordinary comprehension, and was certainly not an ordinary person.

In the eyes of the Tongtian Sect Master, all living beings in the primordial world can cultivate the Dao. As long as they have a master-disciple relationship with him, he is willing to open the door to the Great Dao and let them embark on the path of cultivation.

As for how far one can go and how high one can climb in the future, that depends entirely on one's own destiny.

The same applies to accepting Chen Yu today—the road ahead has been opened, but where it leads ultimately depends on oneself.

Shangqing Tongtian's gaze fell upon the void array, and with a thought, a heavenly ladder connecting heaven and earth suddenly appeared.

The staircase leads straight to the clouds, its end standing atop the Kunlun Mountains.

"Climb the ladder and come to the top of this mountain to see me."

Chen Yu looked up at the Heavenly Ladder, his eyes filled with barely concealed excitement.

For many years, he endured hardships and traveled thousands of miles, all in order to find a glimpse of the Dao.

Now, we finally have a response.

He finally entered the sage's tutelage and from then on, he was protected by the sage and no longer needed to fear external threats.

He could even receive teachings from sages, and even though he was born of mortal flesh and blood, he firmly believed that one day he would be able to transcend life and death and roam freely between heaven and earth.

Without further hesitation, he stepped onto the ladder to heaven and proceeded steadily forward.

At this moment, he sighed inwardly: Fortunately, the person he sought was Shangqing Tongtian. If it had been Taiqing Laozi or Yuqing Yuanshi, he would probably have been turned away long ago.

The ladder to heaven was long and shrouded in mist, but he walked with firm steps and showed no signs of fatigue.

Every step I take is as steady as a rock, my will as strong as iron.

Upon reaching the end, the summit of Kunlun Mountain came into view, and Chen Yu felt an overwhelming sense of awe.

This is the abode of the Three Sages. In the primordial world, countless beings dream of visiting it but cannot even get close to it.

And now, he has actually come here in person.

Not only that, he also formally became a disciple of the Sage Tongtian.

Although it is listed as an outer gate, it is still legitimate.

At the summit of Kunlun Mountain, over a hundred people stood quietly, all gazing towards the Heavenly Ladder.

They knew that another fellow disciple was about to arrive, but they did not know which sect the disciple would belong to.