Primordial Era: The Ten Deadly Formations are Broken, Shen Gongbao Asks Me to Come Out of the Mounta

The system did not specify what could be obtained from the Supreme Treasure Chest, but Zhao Gongming's eyes gradually lit up as he looked at the third option.

Not only should we reject Shen Gongbao, but we should also persuade him to go to the Western Religion and drag it down with us.

This sounds really interesting!

By refusing Shen Gongbao's invitation, Zhao Gongming had somewhat altered the course of the Investiture of the Gods. Although it was the only way to survive, Zhao Gongming was still slightly uneasy.

But if we can get Western religions involved, that would be a different story!

Once the Western Sect enters the fray, the entire trend of the Investiture of the Gods will change. At that time, even the Heavenly Saints will be drawn to the Western Sect, and they will no longer care about themselves.

Most importantly, for Zhao Gongming, there's no harm in giving it a try!

Anyway, I'm definitely going to refuse Shen Gongbao. If I can persuade him to join the Western Religion, that would be the best outcome.

Even if you fail to persuade them, you're guaranteed to get at least one of the Eight or Nine Secret Techniques.

Thinking of this, Zhao Gongming no longer hesitated and looked up at Shen Gongbao.

"Fellow Daoist Shen..."

Shen Gongbao had been feeling uneasy because Zhao Gongming hadn't responded for a long time, but when he heard him speak, he quickly looked up.

Zhao Gongming slowly said, "This humble Taoist will absolutely not descend the mountain at this time."

Shen Gongbao's heart sank, and he said with resentment, "Fellow Daoist Gongming, if you don't come out of seclusion, then Jiang Ziya's arrogance will truly be unchallenged!"

Zhao Gongming waved his hand: "Fellow Daoist, you may not know this, but let alone the fact that our master previously strictly ordered us disciples to remain in seclusion and quietly chant the Yellow Court Classic, my cultivation has also reached a critical moment, so how could I possibly follow you down the mountain?"

With these two reasons presented, even someone as eloquent as Shen Gongbao was speechless for a moment.

Shen Gongbao sighed and said helplessly, "In that case, I have offended you. I shall take my leave now."

He then turned to leave.

Seeing Shen Gongbao about to leave, Zhao Gongming suddenly changed the subject: "However, although I cannot accompany you down the mountain, I can point you in the right direction!"

Upon hearing this, Shen Gongbao's worry turned to joy: "Could it be that Fellow Daoist Gongming intends to introduce me to other Daoists of the Jie Sect? Ah, speaking of which, I have long heard of the Three Immortal Maidens of Sanxiao..."

Zhao Gongming: ?

This Shen Gongbao really knows how to seize an opportunity, but Zhao Gongming won't give him the chance. He cleared his throat and said, "Fellow Daoist Shen Gongbao, have you forgotten what I just said?"

"Master has already issued a strict decree. Not to mention my three sisters, you can't persuade them, not even the other fellow disciples in the sect. Don't waste your energy."

You think you can fool my sister? Dream on!

Hearing this, Shen Gongbao could only smile awkwardly, then asked in confusion, "Since it's not another fellow Daoist from the Jie Sect, where is the clear path that Fellow Daoist Gongming spoke of?"

Zhao Gongming smiled slightly: "Our Jie Sect has a strict rule regarding the dignity of teachers, prohibiting them from leaving their secluded places. However, our Jie Sect is not the only one capable of competing with the disciples of the Chan Sect!"

Shen Gongbao was stunned: "Fellow Daoist, you mean...?"

Zhao Gongming pointed westward, smiled, and remained silent.

Shen Gongbao frowned slightly, hesitant: "The Western Sect? Fellow Daoist Gongming, although the Western Sect is also a great sect of sages, it has always been located in the west and has never had any dealings with the three sects of Xuanmen. Moreover, the west is a barren land, and the disciples of the sect may not be a match for the disciples of the Chan Sect, nor may they be willing to come out of the mountains to help."

Zhao Gongming laughed and said, "Fellow Daoist Shen, there are two mistakes in what you said."

Shen Gongbao was taken aback, then respectfully said, "I would like to hear the details."

Zhao Gongming laughed and said, "Your first mistake was saying that the West is barren."

Shen Gongbao asked doubtfully, "Is the western land not barren?"

Zhao Gongming smiled and shook his head: "The West is barren, but the disciples of the Western Sect are not inferior. I have extensive connections and have heard that the chief disciple of the Western Sect, the Medicine Master, is a dignified Quasi-Saint, a great power that even I must admit defeat to!"

"Below them are six or seven direct disciples of sages, all of whom are Great Luo Golden Immortals. Although they are not comparable to our Chan Sect and the other two sects, they should not be underestimated in the slightest!"

Zhao Gongming was a dignified Golden Immortal, whose cultivation and vision were far superior to Shen Gongbao's. Upon hearing this, Shen Gongbao was immediately convinced.

Moreover, what Zhao Gongming said was indeed true.

"The Western Sect has so many powerful figures! I was so ignorant. Thank you for informing me, Fellow Daoist Gongming!" Shen Gongbao was excited and already somewhat tempted.

After all, he came to the Jie Sect to recruit helpers just to cause trouble for Jiang Ziya, so why would he care whether the helpers were from the Jie Sect or the Western Sect?

He hadn't thought of Western religion before, simply because the West was far away and he didn't know anything about it.

Zhao Gongming smiled slightly and added fuel to the fire for Shen Gongbao: "I haven't finished yet, Fellow Daoist Shen. Your second mistake is still about the so-called barrenness of the West."

Shen Gongbao was stunned again, then sincerely said, "Please enlighten me, Fellow Daoist Gongming."

Zhao Gongming laughed and said, "The West is indeed barren, but what does that have to do with you, fellow Daoist? You're not going there to cultivate."

"Most importantly, since the West is impoverished, and the disciples of the Western Sect are not exactly wealthy either, isn't it just the right time for you to invite them to come and help?"

Upon hearing Zhao Gongming's question, Shen Gongbao suddenly realized the truth.

Yup!

The Western Sect disciples may indeed be poor, but that doesn't mean they can't fight; and since they're poor, why not exaggerate Jiang Ziya's side to make them richer, and then we won't be afraid of not attracting a few Western Sect disciples?

Looking at it this way, Western religion and I are a match made in heaven!

Compared to the Jie Sect, the Western Sect does not have a ban on saints, making the invitation process much easier!

Instead of wasting my time here and achieving little, I'd rather go and visit the Western religion!

Shen Gongbao was overjoyed: "Fellow Daoist Gongming's words have truly shown me the way. I will go and take a look at the Western Sect!"

"I will certainly repay Fellow Daoist Gongming's guidance in the future!"

Seeing that Shen Gongbao was not only persuaded by him, but also looked grateful, Zhao Gongming was at a loss for words.

He quickly said, "Fellow Daoist, you're too kind. It was just casual conversation. There's no need to say such things. There's only one thing I hope Fellow Daoist Shen will grant."

Shen Gongbao was extremely excited at this moment and immediately said, "Fellow Daoist Gongming, please speak up!"

Zhao Gongming cleared his throat: "Although I have pointed out a clear path for you, the two saints of the Western Sect may not think the same way... Do you understand what I mean?"

Dragging the Western Sect into this mess would have serious consequences. Although Zhao Gongming found it exciting, he didn't want to incur the wrath of the two Heavenly Saints so early on.

Shen Gongbao laughed heartily. In his view, this was no big deal. Zhao Gongming simply didn't want to offend the two saints of the Western Sect. He immediately patted his chest and said, "Fellow Daoist Gongming, rest assured, if any saint blames me for this matter, I will take full responsibility. It has nothing to do with you!"

Zhao Gongming merely offered a perfunctory suggestion, and seeing Shen Gongbao's quick agreement, he smiled and said, "In that case, I wish Fellow Daoist Shen a safe journey and great success!"

"Haha, then thank you for your kind words, Fellow Daoist Gongming! I shall take my leave!"

Shen Gongbao bid farewell to Zhao Gongming with a smile, left Mount Emei, and headed straight west.

At the same time, the system's voice also rang in Zhao Gongming's mind.

[Ding! Congratulations, host, for completing option two and obtaining the Eight-Nine Arcane Technique!]

[Ding! Congratulations, host, for completing option three and receiving the reward: Supreme Treasure Chest!]