Primordial Era: Starting by overwhelming the Sages, Hongjun was stunned!

Kong Xuan continued upwards.

There are only ninety-nine steps left on the stone steps.

His injuries were severe.

My left arm is broken, and I have three broken ribs.

Internal organs were displaced, and most of the meridians were broken.

Blood dripped down his robes, leaving bloodstains on the stone steps.

But he kept going.

Step by step, we climbed upwards.

Little White perched on my shoulder, tears welling in its eyes.

"Master, you are badly injured."

"Take a break."

Kong Xuan shook his head: "We can't rest."

"If we rest for too long, we won't be able to go any further."

He gritted his teeth and kept walking.

It took a long time to climb the ninety-nine stone steps.

Every step felt like walking on a knife's edge.

But he kept walking.

Finally, we've finished.

Before us lies the mountaintop.

The mountaintop is not large, only about ten zhang in circumference.

In the center, a ball of light floats.

The light is soft and golden.

Within the golden light, there was a bead.

It is about the size of a fist and completely transparent.

There is a red dot among the beads.

Like a heart.

It's pulsating.

Boom, boom, boom.

Each beat was synchronized with Kong Xuan's heartbeat.

The Heart of Primordial Chaos.

Kong Xuan approached and raised his hand.

The Great Dao is limitless, sweeping down.

The beads trembled, and golden light surged.

A tremendous force rebounded.

Kong Xuan was sent flying backward and crashed to the ground.

He vomited blood.

He got up and approached again.

He made another move.

I was bounced away again.

the third time.

the fourth time.

the fifth time.

It was bounced off every time.

Each time, the fall was harder.

Kong Xuan was covered in blood and could barely stand.

But he's still trying.

Little White cried, "Master, please don't try it."

"You will die."

Kong Xuan did not answer.

He closed his eyes, his mind sinking into his body.

The seed of the Dao trembled, and the source of the Dao flowed.

The power of Wuji surged within his body.

he was thinking.

How do you want to obtain the Heart of Harmony?

Forcing it won't work.

Not enough strength.

Then use the soft one.

Kong Xuan stopped forcibly taking action.

He sat cross-legged before the Heart of Primordial Chaos, his eyes closed.

His mind probed out and made contact with the Primordial Heart.

At first, I was rejected.

The Primordial Heart was rejecting him.

Kong Xuan did not give up.

Continue to engage and communicate.

one day.

Two days.

Three days.

Kong Xuan sat on the mountaintop for three days and three nights.

He has not had a drop of water or a grain of rice.

His injuries were getting worse.

But he persisted.

Fourth day.

The Primordial Heart suddenly trembled.

Then, it slowly drifted towards Kong Xuan.

It floated up to him and stopped.

Kong Xuan opened his eyes and stared at it.

The Heart of Primordial Chaos beats gently.

It's like a greeting.

Kong Xuan raised his hand and gently grasped it.

This time, there was no rebound.

The Primordial Heart lay obediently in his palm.

The light merged into his body.

An unprecedented force surged in.

The injury has begun to heal.

The broken bones were reattached.

The torn veins have healed.

The depleted power is replenished.

His cultivation level began to surge.

Late stage of the Primordial Lord.

peak.

The Supreme Golden Immortal of Primordial Chaos!

A completely new aura erupted from Kong Xuan.

The entire mountain was trembling.

The gray sky was cracked open.

Golden light descended from the sky.

The light shone on Kong Xuan.

Kong Xuan closed his eyes, feeling the surging power within his body.

Early stage of the Primordial Supreme Golden Immortal.

He made a breakthrough.

From the late stage of the Lord of Hongmeng to the Supreme Golden Immortal of Hongmeng.

He crossed two major realms in one go.

The Primordial Heart beat slowly within his body.

Synchronized with his heart.

Boom, boom, boom.

Kong Xuan opened his eyes and stood up.

He stood with his hands behind his back, gazing into the distance.

The gray secret realm was different in his eyes.

See further, see more clearly.

Those hidden laws, those concealed auras.

It's clear at a glance.

Little White perched on my shoulder, its eyes wide open.

"Master, you've changed."

Kong Xuan asked, "What has changed?"

Xiao Bai said, "It's even stronger now."

"And you are radiant."

Kong Xuan lowered his head and looked at his hands.

There was a golden light in the palm of his hand.

That was the light of the primordial heart.

Kong Xuan clenched his fist, and the golden light disappeared.

He turned around and walked down the mountain.

After breaking through his cultivation level, he descended the mountain quickly.

One step can cover a thousand feet.

We arrived at the foot of the mountain in no time.

At the foot of the mountain, a few people were resting.

They were all stunned when they saw Kong Xuan coming down from the mountain.

"Has someone come down from the mountain?"

"That mountain is a treasure trove, and also the most dangerous place."

"He actually survived?"

Kong Xuan ignored him.

keep going.

They hadn't gone far when they met Zhao Laosi.

Zhao Laosi was resting when he saw Kong Xuan and was taken aback.

Then, widen your eyes.

"Young friend, you...you've broken through?"

Kong Xuan nodded.

Zhao Laosi gasped.

Before ascending the mountain, he was in the middle stage of the Primordial Lord realm.

After descending the mountain, he reached the early stage of the Primordial Supreme Golden Immortal realm.

He crossed two major realms in one go.

He obtained what was on the mountaintop.

Zhao Laosi dared not ask what it was.

He simply clasped his hands in a fist and said, "Congratulations, young friend."

Kong Xuan nodded: "Thank you."

He continued walking.

There is still some time left in the secret realm.

He wanted to wander around some more.

Let's see if there's anything else good.

We walked for half a day.

A lake appears ahead.

The lake water was clear, reflecting the gray sky.

There is a tree growing by the lake.

The tree is not tall, only about ten feet.

The tree trunk is so thick that it takes two people to hug it.

The leaves are emerald green, like jade.

There were three fruits on the tree.

The fruit is about the size of a fist and is golden yellow all over.

It exudes an enticing aroma.

Kong Xuan approached and extended his divine sense.

There are no strange beasts.

There are no traps.

He reached out and picked three fruits.

It was put into his pocket.

Take out the jade slip and check what kind of fruit it is.

The jade slip records: The Primordial Golden Fruit blooms, bears fruit, and matures every ten thousand years.

Eating one can increase one's cultivation by five thousand years.

Kong Xuan smiled slightly.

nice one.

keep going.

They wandered around the secret realm for another three days.

We found some materials, some crystals.

Although not as precious as the Primordial Heart, it's still quite good.

Fourth day.

The crack in the sky reappeared.

The secret realm is about to close.

Kong Xuan flew up and headed towards the crack.

Pass through the crack and return to the Primordial World.

Purple sky, golden land.

A familiar scent.

Kong Xuan took a deep breath.

came back.

A large crowd had already gathered outside the Hongmeng Hall.

Some were all smiles, having reaped a bountiful harvest.

Some were dejected and gained nothing.

Some were covered in injuries and looked utterly disheveled.

Some did not return.

They remained forever in the secret realm.

Kong Xuan landed outside the hall, standing with his hands behind his back.

Bai Zhi walked out from the crowd and was taken aback when she saw Kong Xuan.

Then, widen your eyes.

"Your cultivation level..."

Kong Xuan nodded: "You've broken through."

Bai Zhi took a deep breath.

Before ascending the mountain, he was in the middle stage of the Primordial Lord realm.

After descending the mountain, he reached the early stage of the Primordial Supreme Golden Immortal realm.

What did he experience on the mountain?

Bai Zhi dared not ask.

Hongmeng walked out of the hall and looked around.

His gaze fell on Kong Xuan and paused for a moment.

Then, move it away.

"The secret realm is closed. Those who returned alive are lucky."

"What's dead is their life."

"Everyone, you can leave now."

The crowd dispersed.

Kong Xuan prepared to leave.

"Kong Xuan, stay."

Hongmeng spoke.

Kong Xuan stopped and turned around.

Hongmeng said, "Follow me."

He turned and walked into the hall.

Kong Xuan followed.

Inside the hall.

Hongmeng sat in the chair, looking at Kong Xuan.

His gaze was deep, as if he could see right through him.

"Did you get it?"

Kong Xuan nodded.

Raising his hand, the Primordial Heart emerged from within his body.

It floats in the palm of your hand, shimmering with golden light.

Hongmeng gazed at the Heart of Hongmeng, a complex expression flashing in his eyes.

"I've searched for endless years, but I still haven't found it."

"You got it on your first visit to the secret realm."

"It seems this is your destiny."

Kong Xuan asked, "You want to take it back?"

Hongmeng shook his head: "No."

"I said, what you get is yours."

"I just wanted to take a look."

Kong Xuan retrieved the Primordial Heart into his body.

Hongmeng said, "The Heart of Hongmeng is the origin of the Hongmeng World."

"Once you obtain it, you will become one of the masters of the Hongmeng World."

"From this day forward, you will be the Vice Hall Master of the Hongmeng Palace."

Kong Xuan was taken aback: "Vice Hall Master?"

Hongmeng nodded: "What, you're unwilling?"

Kong Xuan thought for a moment and nodded: "I'm willing."

Hongmeng said, "Okay."

"From this day forward, you will be the Vice Hall Master of the Hongmeng Palace."

"Ranked above all other domain lords."

Kong Xuan nodded without saying a word.

Hongmeng added, "You've just broken through, and your cultivation is still unstable."

"Go back and consolidate your cultivation."

"One year from now, I will hold a ceremony for you to become the Vice Hall Master."

Kong Xuan nodded and turned to leave.

It was already late when we left the Hongmeng Hall.

The sky was purple, dotted with stars.

Kong Xuan was walking back to his residence.

Little White perched on my shoulder, wagging its tail happily.

"Master, you've become the Vice Hall Master!"

Kong Xuan nodded.

Xiao Bai asked, "Is the Deputy Hall Master more powerful, or the Domain Lord?"

Kong Xuandao said, "The Vice Hall Master is superior."

Xiao Bai said happily, "Then no one will dare to bully us anymore."

Kong Xuan remained silent.

He looked up at the purple sky.

Hongmeng World, Deputy Hall Master.

Just a start.

His journey is still long.

Back at the courtyard, I pushed open the door and entered.

The purple bamboo remains, the flowing water remains.

Everything remains the same.

Kong Xuan sat in the main room, closing his eyes and regulating his breathing.

The Primordial Heart beats within the body, synchronized with the heart.

Cultivation is about consolidation and refinement.

Not urgent.

Take it easy.

One year, fleeting.

Kong Xuan did not go out.

He sits cross-legged in the main house every day, absorbing the primordial energy.

The Primordial Heart beats within the body, becoming one with the heart.

His cultivation level steadily improved from the early stage of the Primordial Supreme Golden Immortal.

We're just one step away from the mid-term.

Little White stayed in the yard, not letting anyone disturb it.

The purple bamboo has grown taller, and the stream still flows gently.

This day.

There was a knock on the courtyard gate.

Xiao Bai ran to open the door, and Bai Zhi was standing outside.

Dressed in white, with a smiling face.

"Young Master Kong Xuan, the Palace Master sent me to fetch you."

Kong Xuan opened his eyes and stood up.

Stepping out of the house, purple light streamed down.

The weather is great today; the sky is a bright purple.

Kong Xuan followed Bai Zhi and walked towards the Hongmeng Palace.

The city was bustling.

The streets were packed with people.

Some belong to the Purple Gold Domain, and some belong to other domains.

They've all come to watch the Vice Hall Master's ceremony.

"I heard the Vice Hall Master came from Chaos?"

"That's right, it's Kong Xuan."

"When a mid-stage Lord of the Primordial Chaos enters the secret realm, he emerges as a Primordial Supreme Golden Immortal."

"Surpassing two major realms in one fell swoop? How is that possible?"

"How could something I saw with my own eyes be fake?"

Discussions rose and fell.

Kong Xuan remained expressionless as he walked down the street.

Bai Zhi walked ahead, clearing the way for him.

We arrived at the Hongmeng Palace.

Outside the hall, a large crowd had already gathered.

Seven of the Nine Domain Lords have arrived.

Purple Gold Domain Lord, Azure Cloud Domain Lord, Crimson Fire Domain Lord, Profound Water Domain Lord, Thick Earth Domain Lord, Gentle Breeze Domain Lord, Thunder Domain Lord.

The Lord of the Netherworld and the Lord of the Heavenly Mystery still haven't arrived.

Several hundred powerful figures from various regions arrived.

The palace doors were open, and Hongmeng sat in the main seat.

He nodded slightly upon seeing Kong Xuan arrive.

Kong Xuan walked into the hall and stood in the center.

Hongmeng stood up and looked around.

"Today, the position of Deputy Hall Master has been added to the Hongmeng Hall."

"Kong Xuan will serve as the candidate."

"From this day forward, Kong Xuan shall be ranked above all other domain lords."

"Seeing me is like seeing the Lord of the Palace."

After he finished speaking, the entire room fell silent.

Then, thunderous applause erupted.

The seven domain lords stepped forward and bowed with clasped hands.

"Greetings, Vice Hall Master."

Kong Xuan nodded: "Gentlemen, there's no need for such formalities."

The domain lords stepped down, and the powerful figures from various domains stepped forward to pay their respects.

Kong Xuan responded to each point.

The ceremony was simple and unpretentious.

HarmonyOS dislikes red tape.

It was over in less than half an hour.

The crowd dispersed.

The seven domain lords, however, stayed behind.

The Purple Gold Domain Lord stepped forward, clasped his hands in greeting, and said, "Vice Hall Master, we have prepared a banquet in the hall and would like to invite you to grace us with your presence."

Kong Xuan looked at Hongmeng.

Hongmeng said, "Go ahead, it'll be good for you to get to know them."

Kong Xuan nodded and followed the seven domain lords out of the Hongmeng Palace.

The banquet was held at the Purple Gold Domain Lord's Mansion.

The mansion was very large and located in the east of the city.

Two tall and straight purple-gold trees stand in front of the gate.

The branches and leaves are lush, and purple light flows around them.

Upon entering the mansion, one is greeted by artificial hills, flowing water, pavilions, and towers.

It was more than ten times larger than Kong Xuan's residence.

The banquet was held in the main hall.

A long table was set out with food and drinks.

The wine is a product of primordial chaos, aged for a thousand years.

The dishes are made from primordial spiritual materials, and each one is extremely valuable.

The seven domain lords sat on either side, with Kong Xuan in the main seat.

The Purple Gold Domain Lord raised his glass: "Vice Hall Master, I toast you."

Kong Xuan raised his cup and drank it all in one gulp.

The wine warms the throat like a gentle sun.

His cultivation level shifted slightly.

Good wine.

The Azure Cloud Domain Lord asked, "Vice Hall Master, you come from Chaos. What is Chaos like?"

Kong Xuan thought for a moment: "Chaos, hazy and gray."

"There is no sky, no earth, only fog."

"There are spatial rifts, lingering demonic remnants, and strange beasts in the mist."

"It's chaotic and dangerous."

The Lord of Qingyun Domain nodded: "It sounds inferior to the Hongmeng World."

Kong Xuandao said, "Each has its own merits."

The Crimson Fire Domain Lord asked, "What was the Vice Hall Master's cultivation level during the Chaos era?"

Kong Xuandao said: "Chaos without limit."

The Crimson Fire Domain Lord was taken aback: "Chaos Without Limits?"

"What level is that?"

Kong Xuandao said, "It is equivalent to the early stage of the Primordial Chaos."

The Crimson Fire Domain Lord gasped.

From the early stage of the Lord of Hongmeng to the early stage of the Supreme Golden Immortal of Hongmeng.

He crossed two major realms in one go.

It only took a hundred years.

What kind of talent is this?

The Lord of Xuan Shui asked, "Vice Hall Master, how old are you this year?"

Kong Xuan thought for a moment: "I forgot."

The Lord of the Mysterious Waters was taken aback: "Forgot?"

Kong Xuan nodded: "I've lived too long to remember."

The domain lords exchanged glances, all seeing shock in each other's eyes.

I've lived too long to remember.

How many years is that?

No one dared to ask.

Lord Hou Tu raised his glass: "Vice Hall Master, I also toast you."

Kong Xuan raised his cup and drank another cup.

Lord Qingfeng asked, "Vice Hall Master, what did you encounter in the secret realm?"

Kong Xuan said: "Strange beasts, puppets, guardians."

"And the Primordial Heart."

The expressions of the domain lords changed.

The Heart of Primordial Chaos?

That is the origin of the primordial world.

The temple master searched for countless years but could not find it.

He actually got it?

Kong Xuan didn't say much.

The domain lords dared not ask any further questions.

After several rounds of drinks and five courses of food,

The Purple Gold Domain Lord put down his wine cup and said solemnly, "Vice Hall Master, there's something I want to tell you."

Kong Xuandao: "Speak."

The Purple Gold Domain Lord said, "In the Primordial World, among the Nine Domains, there is one that is not at peace."

"The Netherworld."

"The Lord of the Netherworld is aloof and dislikes interacting with people."

"It's nothing."

"But in recent years, demonic energy has appeared in the Netherworld."

Kong Xuan raised an eyebrow: "Demonic energy?"

The Purple Gold Domain Lord nodded: "Yes."

"The primordial world should not contain demonic energy."

"Demonic energy only appears in chaos."

"The appearance of demonic energy in the Netherworld indicates that someone brought something in from the Chaos."

Kong Xuan remained silent.

Bringing things in from chaos?

Who would do that?

Why do this?