Primordial Era: The Witch Clan's Dog-Headed Strategist

Over the course of three thousand years, the Three Pure Ones have redefined their Dao.

They severed their good and evil corpses, stripped themselves of the Primordial Purple Qi, and abandoned the system of severing the three corpses passed down by Hongjun. They then began to cultivate anew based on the fundamental path of Pangu's primordial spirit.

Taiqing Laozi used the Dao of Yin and Yang to explain the birth and death of all things.

He gleaned the profound truth from the Yin and Yang energies: "The Tao gives birth to one, one gives birth to two, two gives birth to three, and three gives birth to all things."

His cultivation level steadily rose from the peak of the Great Luo Golden Immortal realm to the early stage of the Primordial Golden Immortal realm.

Yuqing Yuanshi used the Dao of Chaos to open up the laws of order, and extracted the foundational laws of "clarifying the Great Dao and establishing rules" from the light of chaos, thus breaking through to the early stage of Hunyuan Golden Immortal.

The Tongtian Sect Leader's essence lies in swordsmanship, and his soul is in the art of life-stealing.

The four swords of Zhuxian were honed to become increasingly sharp through countless sparring sessions with the twelve Ancestral Witches.

His sword intent now carries a compassionate spirit that paves a path for all living beings, and he has steadily stepped into the early stage of the Primordial Golden Immortal realm.

Although they had not yet recovered to the peak of the late Quasi-Saint stage during the Three Corpses era, the aura emanating from the three of them was purer and more profound than it had been then.

During the period of severing the three corpses, although their cultivation level was high, there was always a subtle stagnation.

It was the invisible restriction within the Primordial Purple Qi that was pulling at their primordial spirits; it was the sense of incompleteness left by the Three Corpses Severing Method in cutting off their primordial spirits.

Now all these obstacles have been swept away, the mind is clear and the path is open.

It's only a matter of time before they return to their former peak, and it's only a matter of time before they surpass it.

Three thousand years is but a fleeting moment in the vast universe.

On this day, a vast and boundless purple-gold light emanated from the chaos, piercing through the chaotic void and the fierce winds of the nine heavens, spreading to every corner of the primordial land.

Hongjun's voice was calm and righteous, no different from when he preached three times, but it carried an unquestionable majesty.

"The Zixiao Palace holds four lectures, expounding the Great Dao of Hunyuan. Those with affinity are welcome to attend."

The entire primordial world fell silent for a moment.

All living beings that heard this sound stopped what they were doing.

The cultivators who were practicing opened their eyes, the two sides that were fighting retreated, and the rogue cultivators who were on their way stopped their escape.

The Primordial Dao is a supreme law that Hongjun had never publicly explained before.

For those monks who yearn to attain enlightenment, this temptation is immense.

On Mount Sumeru, Jieyin and Zhunti slowly rose from under the Bodhi tree.

The guide's complexion remained ashen, his eyes slightly closed. After a long silence, he slowly spoke:

"The Four Lectures of Hongjun, the Primordial Great Dao. To go, or not to go?"

Zhunti pondered for a moment and said:

"Senior brother, although Hongjun is the Dao Ancestor, we already know a little about his methods."

There must be something fishy about the Three Pure Ones' ascension to the divine path. However, the Primordial Chaos Dao is no small matter; not going might mean missing a golden opportunity.

Jieyin nodded slowly: "In that case, let's go. But remember, only listen to the teachings, do not make vows, and do not accept treasures. We must be wary of Hongjun's methods."

Zhunti clasped his hands together and said, "What Senior Brother says is absolutely right." The two of them said no more and transformed into two pale golden streaks of light, rising from Mount Sumeru and flying out of the chaos.

The Sun Star, the Lingxiao Palace.

Di Jun and Tai Yi stood side by side at the highest point, looking down at the countless demon soldiers and generals who were intensifying their training.

When Hongjun's announcement reached the hall, a glint of light flashed in Dijun's golden eyes.

The Dao Ancestor would not stand idly by and watch the divine system expand indefinitely; his fourth sermon was his means of reclaiming the primordial fortune.

The name "Primordial Chaos Path" is enough to tempt any cultivator.

For those powerful cultivators who are still observing, this is an opportunity to choose sides.

Is it to go to Zixiao Palace to listen to the Dao and continue to follow Hongjun's immortal system?

Or should they seek refuge at Buzhou Mountain and join the Wu tribe's pantheon?

The scales of choice will tip again because of this sermon.

"Brother," Taiyi's voice was cold and solemn, "how should our Heavenly Court respond to Hongjun's sermon this time?"

Di Jun pondered for a moment, then slowly said, "Go. The Primordial Purple Qi in our hands was ultimately bestowed by him, and this relationship cannot be severed for the time being."

Moreover, the Primordial Chaos Dao is no small matter. If one can glean from it the opportunity to break through to the late Quasi-Saint stage, it would be a tremendous help to the Heavenly Court.

But this time, we can't just take the two of us.

Kunpeng is the strategist of the Heavenly Court, so he should go along.

The ten demon generals were also brought along to listen to the Primordial Dao in the Purple Cloud Palace, which would greatly benefit the overall strength of the Heavenly Court.

Tai nodded and said no more.

Kunpeng entered from outside the hall, cupped his hands and said, "Your Majesty, when we go to Zixiao Palace, we need to leave people inside the Heavenly Court to guard it."

Di Jun said, "The ten demon generals will accompany us. The daily affairs of the Heavenly Court will be temporarily managed by the clan leaders of the various races listed on the Investiture of the Gods. The operation of the Zhou Tian Star Array must not be stopped; make the necessary arrangements."

Kunpeng withdrew in response and began to make arrangements for the trip.

Not long after, Di Jun, Tai Yi, and Kun Peng led ten demon generals, a total of thirteen streaks of light, rising from the Sun Star, passing through the vast sea of ​​stars, and flying towards the outside of chaos.

In Phoenix Mountain, Nuwa and Fuxi were playing chess under the Primordial Wutong Tree.

On the chessboard, black and white pieces intertwine, evolving with the infinite changes of creation and the secrets of heaven.

When Hongjun's announcement reached the mountains, Nuwa paused slightly in the white chess piece in her hand, and a complex light flashed in her clear, watery eyes.

She had already sensed the message that the Three Pure Ones had entered the path of divinity.

As Hongjun's personal disciple, she understood better than anyone what this meant.

The Three Pure Ones chose to break with Hongjun.

In her hand, she also held the Primordial Purple Qi bestowed by Hongjun.

"Brother."

Nuwa put down the chess piece, her voice soft yet carrying a hint of deep thought.

"The Three Pure Ones have attained divine status, and now the Master is giving his fourth lecture. Should I go to Zixiao Palace?"

Fuxi had a clear and bright face, and his eyes were as deep as the starry sea.

He used the Eight Trigrams of the Primordial Heaven to deduce for a moment, and slowly said, "The Three Pure Ones must have their reasons for entering the Divine Path."

You are the only female disciple in Zixiao Palace. Although your teacher is not particularly close to you, he has never mistreated you.

If you do not attend these four lectures, it will mean a complete break with the Xuanmen sect.

If you go, you must be careful about the departure of the Three Pure Ones, for the teacher will surely know what is going on.

He wouldn't stand idly by and watch all his direct disciples leave.

He paused, a hint of seriousness flashing in his eyes.

"You must go. But remember, you must only listen to the word, not make a vow, and not accept the treasure."

Your path to enlightenment is different from others; the opportunity to attain enlightenment lies in creation itself, not in the primordial purple energy.

If the teacher asked anything, he would brush it off by saying he had come to understand the workings of nature.

Nuwa was silent for a moment, then slowly nodded: "What my brother says is absolutely right. Nuwa knows what she's doing."

She stood up, and the Qiankun Cauldron flew out from her sleeve, its power of creation flowing endlessly around her.

Fuxi also stood up, and the Eight Trigrams of the Primordial Chaos unfolded behind him, the light of heavenly deduction and the light of creation shining together.

Two beams of light rose from Phoenix Perch Mountain, one representing creation and the other the Eight Trigrams, flying side by side toward the outside of chaos.

At the same time, the Eastern King Duke and the Western Queen Mother also set off on their respective journeys.

Since being crowned the head of all male immortals, Dongwanggong has been dedicated to integrating the forces of independent cultivators and has established a loose divine system that is a replica of the Chunyang Immortal Court.

Although it is far less complete than the divine path of the Witch Clan and not as vast as the Heavenly Court of the Demon Clan, it still has considerable influence among independent cultivators.

He naturally wouldn't miss Hongjun's four lectures.

The Queen Mother of the West set off from Yaochi in Xikunlun, agreeing to meet him at the edge of chaos.

After exchanging brief pleasantries, the two flew together toward Zixiao Palace.

Inside the Yuanjue Cave on Lingjiu Mountain, the Taoist Ran Deng put the glass lamp into his sleeve.

He had a thin face, deep-set eyes, and a calm and reserved aura.

When the news of the Three Pure Ones entering the divine path arrived, he repeatedly analyzed its advantages and disadvantages.

Now, Hongjun is giving his fourth lecture, expounding on the Great Dao of Hunyuan. This is an opportunity not to be missed.

Without hesitating for long, he transformed into a beam of clear light and rose from Mount Lingjiu, flying out into the chaos.

In the Wuzhuang Temple on Longevity Mountain, Zhen Yuanzi and Hongyun are playing chess under the ginseng fruit tree.

When Hongjun's announcement came, the two of them simultaneously put down their chess pieces.

Hongyun, being a forthright person, spoke first: "Brother Zhenyuan, the Four Lectures of Hongjun, the Great Dao of Hunyuan. This is an incredible opportunity!"

We've spent countless years in quiet cultivation here at Wuzhuang Temple; it's time we went out for a stroll. How about we go to Zixiao Palace to listen to some stories?

Zhen Yuanzi pondered for a moment and slowly nodded: "Brother Hongyun is right."

The Primordial Dao was first publicly expounded by Hongjun, and it must contain profound mysteries that we have never encountered. In that case, let us take a journey.”

The two stood up, and Zhen Yuanzi put the Earth Book into his sleeve, while Hongyun was surrounded by red clouds.

Two beams of light rose from Wuzhuang Temple and flew side by side out of the chaos.

Deep within the sea of ​​blood, in the Netherworld Blood Sea Palace.

Styx sat cross-legged on a crimson lotus of karmic fire, with the two killing swords, Yuan Tu and A Bi, hanging behind him.

The Blood Sea God's Law on his brow flickered slightly, resonating faintly with the Star Seal in Pan Xuan's sleeve.

When Hongjun's announcement reached the sea of ​​blood, he merely opened his sinister eyes slightly, a cold smile curling at the corner of his mouth.

The Four Lectures of Hongjun: The Great Dao of Hunyuan.

It certainly sounds tempting. But Styx is no longer the rogue cultivator who once listened to the teachings in the Purple Cloud Palace.

He possesses the authority of the God of the Blood Sea, the blessing of the divine laws and deities, and the Netherworld divine office promised by the Witch Clan.

The path to enlightenment is already under our feet, why bother listening to Hongjun's nonsense?

Moreover, after the Three Pure Ones entered the divine path, the upper limit of the divine path system was greatly increased, and he, as the God of the Blood Sea, benefited the most.

The divine law became increasingly solid, and the speed at which he comprehended the Great Dao of the Blood Sea was several times faster than before.

These tangible benefits are far better than empty promises of some grand, primordial Dao.

"I'm not going." Styx closed his eyes again, his tone indifferent and resolute.

Mount Buzhou, inside the Pangu Palace.

Pan Xuan, along with the Twelve Ancestral Witches and the Three Pure Ones, sat in the hall and naturally sensed Hongjun's announcement.

Zhu Rong was the first to speak, her tone tinged with disdain: "Hongjun is about to preach again. The Primordial Dao? He himself hasn't even fully mastered the Heavenly Dao, what Primordial Dao does he have to offer?"

Gonggong said calmly, "It's nothing more than changing the name to win people's hearts."

The Three Pure Ones have returned, and the pantheon is complete. No matter how much Hongjun preaches, he cannot change this fact.

Pan Xuan smiled slightly, his tone still calm: "Brother Zhurong is right. Hongjun's sermon this time, ostensibly expounding the Great Dao of Hunyuan, is actually to stabilize the situation and win over the hearts of the people."

But this also precisely illustrates that the confrontation within the Heavenly Dao Space has put him under real pressure. The more ostentatious his actions, the more it reveals his inner anxiety.

Taiqing Laozi slowly nodded: "Brother Panxuan is absolutely right."

Hongjun's Primordial Dao is likely still built upon the Primordial Purple Qi and the method of severing the Three Corpses. If so, this path remains a dead end.

This sermon poses no real threat to the Shinto system; rather, it presents an opportunity.

With powerful beings from the primordial world gathered at Zixiao Palace, and the primordial world itself being empty, it was the perfect opportunity for the divine system to cultivate the primordial land.

"We will not go to Zixiao Palace, but stay on Buzhou Mountain and do whatever we need to do."

Dijiang said in a deep voice, "Brother Taiqing's words are exactly what I was thinking."

Hongjun preaches his doctrines, and we do our own things.

The divine system must be perfected, the Wu tribe members must be trained, and the primordial order must be stabilized. These are the shared responsibilities of the Wu tribe and the Three Pure Ones.

Pan Xuan looked around at everyone in the hall and slowly said, "If that's the case, then it's settled."

The day when the great beings of the primordial world go to Zixiao Palace to listen to the Dao will be the day when we continue to advance the divine system in Buzhou Mountain.

"The Way of Hongjun exists, and the path of the gods has its own. Each walks their own way, and we shall see who can reach the end."