Primordial Era: I, the Thirteenth Witch, had my innermost thoughts overheard by my older siblings.

Ye Kai didn't care how Hongjun deceived himself.

Even more so,

Even the so-called opportunity to become a saint, the Primordial Purple Qi, he didn't care!

Even without the Primordial Purple Qi, one can still attain sainthood and achieve enlightenment.

Leaving aside the Three Sovereigns of the human race, even in the path of immortals, there are Hunyuan Daluo Golden Immortals!

That's why Ye Kai never thought he could obtain the Primordial Purple Qi.

He came here only to hear the teachings.

Since Hongjun was deceiving himself, he would play along.

In terms of acting skills, although he wouldn't dare to boast that he's a veteran actor, he's at least on par with the "Foundation General"!

"Foundation General? What's that?"

"I don't know. Since my little brother wants to act, we'll cooperate and finish the play."

"Haha, little sister is right. We'll play along too. Our acting skills are just as good as that general's!"

"..."

Upon hearing Ye Kai's thoughts, Di Jiang and the others were taken aback at first, then laughed and teased him.

Now that they understood Ye Kai's thoughts, they naturally wouldn't say anything more.

Isn't it just playing along?

Anyway, Hongjun was just fooling Laozi and the others; it has nothing to do with them.

At this moment, Hongjun was unaware of Ye Kai's thoughts. Seeing Ye Kai inquire about the methods of achieving sainthood through the Three Corpses and through merit, he couldn't help but stroke his beard:

"The so-called Three Corpses to Become a Saint means to sever the Three Corpses to become a saint. All living beings in the primordial world have the Three Burners. When the internal fire is blocked, it is easy to develop emotions, which are mainly good, evil, and obsession. Therefore, severing the Three Corpses is to unblock the Three Burners, cultivate both internally and externally, and thus prove the Great Dao."

"The attainment of sainthood through merit, as the name suggests, is the accumulation of merit, using a vast amount of merit to achieve the fruit of sainthood."

"Compared to becoming a saint through force, these two methods are different. One involves regulating one's inner and outer self and eliminating the three poisons of good, evil, and attachment, while the other involves accumulating merit and becoming a saint through merit. Neither of these methods requires strenuous effort or forced enlightenment."

Having said that, Hongjun nodded as if it were a serious matter, looking completely at ease.

"Such a method exists!"

"Judging from the Dao Ancestor's question, it seems that achieving sainthood through force is no less effective."

"It's too difficult to become a saint through force; it's better to follow these two methods."

"..."

Upon hearing Hongjun's explanation, everyone's eyes gleamed with a sharp light, and they pondered in silence.

After all, even someone as powerful as Pangu couldn't achieve sainthood through force. They didn't consider themselves stronger than Pangu, so naturally they didn't dare to hope to achieve sainthood through force.

However, achieving sainthood by severing the three corpses or by accumulating merit would be more suitable choices for them.

and,

And it was at this moment!

"Master Dao, may I ask what method you used to attain sainthood?"

Nuwa blinked her eyes and asked Hongjun.

"That's right, the Dao Ancestor has already attained sainthood, which means he has already gone through that journey."

"I wonder which method the Dao Ancestor used?"

"The method used by the Dao Ancestor should be the one suitable for us."

"..."

Upon hearing Nuwa's question, everyone's hearts tightened slightly, and they immediately looked towards Hongjun.

Pangu attempted to achieve sainthood through force, but failed.

But Hongjun's attainment of sainthood was successful.

If they could know how Hongjun became a saint, it would be of good reference value for their own cultivation.

Faced with Nuwa's question and the eager gazes of the crowd, Hongjun did not hide anything, "The path I take to become a saint is the one of severing the three corpses, and this method of becoming a saint is something I have deduced and figured out myself."

"it turns out……"

"As expected, one achieves sainthood by severing the three corpses!"

"We humbly beg the Dao Ancestor for mercy, and to teach us the method of severing the Three Corpses and attaining sainthood!"

"..."

Upon hearing Hongjun's words, everyone's hearts tightened, and they immediately began to plead with Hongjun.

"Now that I have attained sainthood, I should preach three times. This is my first preaching, and I will mainly talk about the way of immortals."

Three thousand years later, when I preach for the second time, I will teach the method of severing the three corpses and achieving sainthood. You are all welcome to come and listen to the sermon at that time.

Hongjun did not explain the method of severing the three corpses to become a saint, but deliberately kept it a secret.

However, upon hearing Hongjun's words, everyone's faces lit up with joy, and they quickly cupped their hands in gratitude:

"Thank you for your mercy, Dao Ancestor!"

Although they cannot hear the method of severing the three corpses to become a saint now, knowing how to obtain it makes the trip worthwhile!

Moreover, they had all gained a great deal from the sermons they had heard before, and needed time to digest them.

The best outcome would be to hear the teachings again three thousand years later!

Ye Kai had anticipated this, so when he heard Hongjun say this, he simply pretended to be overjoyed and bowed his hands in thanks.

That was not all.

At this moment, Hongjun looked around and then fixed his gaze on two people, "The Eastern King Duke of Penglai, the Western Queen Mother of Yaochi, are you two here?"

As expected,

Those two were none other than the Eastern King Duke and the Western Queen Mother.

【The Eastern King and the Western Queen Mother? How could I have forgotten about these two scapegoats?】

Upon hearing Hongjun's words, Ye Kai was taken aback, but then he understood.

[Hongjun's selection of a scapegoat was also a highlight of his first sermon!]

"Scapegoats? These two?"

"What is that old man Hongjun going to do?"

"Let's see what I have to say."

"..."

When Dijiang and Houtu overheard Ye Kai's thoughts, they were both taken aback and somewhat surprised.

Not only them, but everyone else who heard Hongjun's words couldn't help but become interested.

"The Eastern King Duke? The Western Queen Mother? These two seem to be the Lord of the Primordial Yang and the Lord of the Primordial Yin, respectively. Why did the Dao Ancestor summon these two?"

"Since it's a summons from the Dao Ancestor, there must be something he needs to tell you, right?"

"Let's see what the Dao Ancestor has to say."

"..."

The crowd was also whispering among themselves.

Among the crowd, the Eastern King Duke and the Western Queen Mother were both taken aback when they heard Hongjun give such an order.

They exchanged a glance, then stood up.

"Disciple Dongwanggong (Xiwangmu) pays respects to the Dao Ancestor. May I ask what instructions the Ancestor may give?"

The two bowed to Hongjun and then stood at attention, awaiting his instructions.

"Now that the three races have vanished and all races are vying for power, I fear there may be a calamity of war. I wish to make you two the masters of the primordial world. Are you willing?"

Upon seeing the Eastern King Duke and the Western Queen Mother step forward, Hongjun did not hesitate and directly asked them questions.

"Huh? Let them be the masters of the primordial world?"

"Them? By what right?"

"..."

Upon hearing Hongjun's words, everyone was shocked and found it hard to believe.

Di Jun and Tai Yi's expressions darkened slightly, and a hint of coldness appeared in their eyes.

The two brothers entered the primordial world from the Sun Star, created the demon race, and recruited powerful beings from the primordial world, all in an attempt to emulate the three ancient races and rule the primordial world.

But now, Hongjun actually wants to establish the Eastern King Duke and the Western Queen Mother as the rulers of the primordial world, which is undoubtedly like shoving a fishbone down their throats!

Seeing the crowd discussing, Hongjun's expression hardened slightly, and an invisible pressure spread out.

The area inside and outside Zixiao Palace fell silent instantly, and everyone quieted down.

"Does anyone have any objections?"

Hongjun surveyed the crowd and said in an unquestionable manner.

Feeling Hongjun's gaze, even those who had objections, like Dijun and Taiyi, dared not say anything more.

As for Dijiang, Houtu, and the others, they stared blankly at this scene.

"That old man Hongjun actually made them the masters of the primordial world! The primordial world was created by the Father God; how can he allow others to touch it?"

"Sixth Brother, calm down. Do you remember what I just said?"

"Your inner thoughts? Brother, are you saying that Hongjun made them scapegoats? But what kind of scapegoats are they?"

"Not entirely. The Lord of the Primordial World may seem to enjoy boundless glory, but it also harbors hidden dangers. Have you not seen the events of the three races and Rahu in the past?"

"..."

While some among them were impulsive like Zhu Rong, others were calm like Di Jiang and Zhu Jiuyin.

Even after Dijiang and Zhujiuyin explained things, Zhurong and the others calmed down.

"In my opinion, Hongjun's decision to make them the rulers of the primordial world wasn't a good thing, but rather a scheme against them?"

Houtu then pondered and asked.

"That's most likely the case. Look at me, little brother, have you heard any of your thoughts?"

Zhu Jiuyin said with a smile.

Upon hearing Zhu Jiuyin's words, all the shamans were taken aback, for Ye Kai's inner thoughts at that moment appeared quite relaxed:

……