Just as the old patriarch forced me to my death, I achieved the unity of Dao and fruition.

Outside the Xuan Yang Sect's mountain gate, a sea of ​​clouds surged.

The congratulatory gift teams from the six major sects have already lined up in front of the mountain gate.

Crimson Cloud Sect, Falling White Sect, Heavenly River Sword Sect, Frost-Piercing Sword Sect, Hundred Demons Sect, Blood Refining Divine Sect.

All six major sects of the Western Wilderness, except for the Xuan Yang Sect, have arrived.

What's even more interesting is that they weren't standing in separate places.

Instead, they jointly brought over a nine-tiered jade palanquin. The palanquin was made of green jade with patterns of red gold, and bright pearls hung at the four corners. There were also phantom images of spirit cranes surrounding it. It was obvious that it was a top-level ritual object that had been temporarily put together from several warehouses.

The meaning is also very clear: it's not that any one sect is trying to curry favor with Gu Changjin, but that all six major sects are bowing down together.

Outside the mountain gate, several Nascent Soul cultivators leading their teams stood together, the atmosphere somewhat awkward.

The one who came from the Crimson Cloud Sect was not Li Chenyuan himself, but another Nascent Soul stage Supreme Elder named Chi Xuanzi.

He looked at the Xuan Yang Sect's mountain gate, his expression somewhat unnatural.

After all, not long ago, the Crimson Cloud Sect and the Profound Sun Sect were engaged in a fierce battle.

Now look what's happened! They've retreated three thousand miles away, sent their congratulatory gifts, and now they still have to stand here and wait in person.

Chi Xuanzi felt aggrieved, but dared not show it.

Bai Wujiu of the Luo Bai Sect was much more skilled.

He had met Gu Changjin, understood the power of a Nascent Soul Dao Lord, and knew the senior's decisiveness in killing.

So at this moment, I stand very steadily, and my waist bends very naturally.

The Nascent Soul cultivator from the Heavenly River Sword Sect whispered, "Fellow Daoist Bai, you met Daoist Gu in the Sunset Mountain Range. In your opinion, what is this Daoist Gu's temperament like?"

Bai Wujiu remained silent for a moment.

What is his temperament like?

This question is not easy to answer.

To say he was merciful is an understatement; Pei Xuan ran thousands of miles but still died.

While they might seem ruthless, the Nascent Soul cultivators present were all alive and well.

Finally, Bai Wujiu could only slowly say, "Gu Daojun... is very easy to talk to."

Upon hearing this, the expressions of the Nascent Soul cultivators from various sects present softened slightly.

Bai Wujiu added another sentence.

"As long as you listen to me."

The men's faces froze again; the weight of those words was enough for them to consider.

Just then, the bell tolled inside the Xuan Yang Sect's mountain gate.

A sound.

Two sounds.

After nine sounds, the sea of ​​clouds suddenly parted to the sides.

Gu Changjin walked out.

He was dressed in black, with white hair reaching his shoulders, and a gentle smile on his face.

Behind him were Zhou Xuanyue, the Crimson-Robed Supreme Elder, Qin Wenyue, and other Nascent Soul cultivators from the Xuan Yang Sect, as well as a group of Golden Core elders.

He appears to be a compassionate, easy-going, and good-tempered Daoist master.

But the next second, they retracted their judgment.

boom!

A dark and secluded cave slowly unfolded behind Gu Changjin.

The Xuanming Black Water stretched across the sky, and the Guixu Whirlpool spun silently. Deep within the cave, the Taoist in black robes sat cross-legged, like a deity suppressing a small world.

Within a radius of a thousand miles, the spiritual energy of heaven and earth simultaneously lies dormant.

The mere sight of a Nascent Soul cultivator opening their grotto-heaven caused all the Nascent Soul cultivators to catch their breath.

The Golden Core and Foundation Establishment cultivators behind the envoys of the six major sects turned pale and almost couldn't stand up straight.

Chi Xuanzi's pupils contracted sharply.

Bai Wujiu secretly rejoiced.

Fortunately, I knelt down quickly last time.

The six Nascent Soul cultivators bowed almost simultaneously.

"Greetings, Lord Gu!"

"Congratulations to Daoist Gu on attaining the Dao and transforming into a deity!"

The cultivators behind him bowed in unison, their voices like waves.

Congratulations, Mr. Gu!

Gu Changjin nodded slightly.

"Fellow Daoists, you have come from afar; your kindness is appreciated."

His smile was gentle.

Even though the cave was not taken away, that oppressive aura still enveloped the mountain gate.

The envoys from the six major sects all understood who would be in charge of the Western Wilderness cultivation world from now on.

Gu Changjin turned around and cupped his hands in invitation.

"Gentlemen, please come into the Xuan Yang Sect for a discussion."

No one dared to refuse, and they could only respectfully follow them inside.

The main hall of the Xuan Yang Sect had already been prepared.

Gu Changjin sat at the head of the table.

Zhou Xuanyue and other elders of the Xuan Yang Sect sat below.

The envoys from the six major sects stood on the left and right respectively.

The oppressive aura of a Nascent Soul cultivator had not yet fully receded, like an invisible mountain pressing down on everyone's hearts.

After everyone was seated, Gu Changjin slowly began to speak.

"The seven major sects of the Western Wilderness all originated from the pioneering lineage of the Central Plains."

"Back then, our ancestors traveled to remote regions to establish their sects. They already had an alliance and a past relationship with each other."

Ultimately, we are all of the same blood and family.

Everyone nodded immediately.

"What the Daoist Lord says is absolutely right."

"The seven sects are all of the same blood and lineage."

Gu Changjin smiled.

"Since we're family, I won't beat around the bush."

"I recently reviewed the sect's old secrets and discovered something from the things left behind by the Fallen Star Daoist."

"The demon race of the Western Wilderness may be making unusual moves."

Upon hearing this, many people in the hall changed their expressions.

Especially the Nascent Soul cultivators from several major sects, their eyes flashed subconsciously.

The Meteorite Daoist who fell three thousand years ago, the strange events of the demon race back then, and the events of the Sunset Mountain Range back then.

These things are recorded somewhat incompletely in their sect's records.

If you really dig deep, none of the seven major sects are clean.

After all, the Meteor Daoist came from the Central Plains, but ultimately died in the Western Wilderness.

If this matter is investigated again by the Zhongzhou Grand Sect, who dares to say that their ancestors had no involvement whatsoever?

Gu Changjin saw everyone's reactions and his smile deepened.

"We must be wary of the demon race."

"The ancient road to Zhongzhou has not been opened for many years. If our Western Wilderness does not strengthen itself, it will be a disorganized mess once a great calamity breaks out in the future."

"Therefore, I have a suggestion."

Everyone's hearts tightened at the same time.

Gu Changjin said slowly, "Why don't the seven sects of the Western Wilderness merge into one?"

The main hall fell silent.

Everyone is stupid.

To become one?

What does this mean?

The seven major sects merged?

Chi Xuanzi's fingers trembled, and he almost crushed the teacup.

The Nascent Soul cultivator from the Heavenly River Sword Sect also changed his expression.

The envoys from Ling Shuang Sword Sect, Bai Mo Sect, and Xue Lian Divine Sect were all looking around nervously.

Gu Changjin seemed oblivious to their shock, instead appearing somewhat puzzled.

"What's wrong?"

"Didn't you all just say that the Seven Sects are all one family?"

His gaze fell on Chi Xuanzi, and he asked with some doubt.

"Aren't the Crimson Cloud Sect and the Profound Sun Sect one family?"

Chi Xuanzi swallowed hard.

The oppressive aura of the cave was falling on his shoulders.

The Xuanming Guixu vortex slowly rotated, as if it could swallow him whole at any moment.

Can he say no?

Does he dare?

Chi Xuanzi forced a smile and nodded repeatedly.

"Yes...of course."

Gu Changjin nodded in satisfaction and then looked at Bai Wujiu.

"Where is the Luo Bai Sect?"

Bai Wujiu stood up without hesitation.

"The Luo Bai Sect is willing to stand shoulder to shoulder with the Xuan Yang Sect to protect the Western Wilderness together."

Gu Changjin then looked at the Tianhe Sword Sect.

"What about the Heavenly River Sword Sect?"

The Sword Sect Nascent Soul cultivator's lips twitched.

"Naturally... we're family too."

"Where is the Frost Sword Sect?"

"Yes."

"The Hundred Demons Sect?"

"Yes."

"Blood Refining Divine Sect?"

"What Daojun said is exactly what my Blood Refining Divine Sect has been thinking."

Gu Changjin smiled with satisfaction and nodded.

"See, isn't that better?"

"Since we're all family, we shouldn't be too particular about who we are."

Everyone felt bitter inside.

Do you call this a family?

This is called the Nascent Soul Dao Lord calling out names one by one.

But who would dare to object?

Gu Changjin finally withdrew some of his oppressive aura, giving everyone a little breathing space.

After a beating, there's always a reward.

"Of course, I am not here to annex all sects."

"Furthermore, the seven sects have different foundations and different lineages. If they are hastily merged, the disciples below will inevitably feel uneasy."

"Therefore, I intend to first establish a Western Wilderness Dao Alliance."

"The seven major sects form the framework, and various small and medium-sized sects, cultivation families, and independent cultivators can all join."

"After joining the alliance, you can take on alliance missions, such as slaying demons, guarding, refining weapons, refining pills, patrolling mountains, and exploring mysteries."

"Complete the mission and you will gain merit."

"Dao cultivation can be exchanged for spirit stones, pills, magic weapons, cultivation techniques, and secret arts."

The expressions on everyone's faces changed slightly.

This doesn't sound like a simple merger.

It's more like shaping the entire Western Wilderness cultivation world into a massive mission system.

Gu Changjin continued, "The alliance's treasury will be filled jointly by the seven sects."

"I will also contribute some of my treasures as a foundation."

"And most importantly, it is this exercise method."

He raised his hand and waved it, and a dark jade slip floated in the center of the hall.

As soon as the jade slip was produced, everyone's expressions changed upon scanning it with their divine senses.

The True Scripture of Blood River Returning to Ruins.

One can start by refining Qi and cultivate all the way to returning to the state of emptiness.

The words "return to emptiness" nearly knocked the souls of several Nascent Soul cultivators unconscious.

Their seven major sects do indeed possess the lineage of Nascent Soul cultivators.

Can it be used to return to the state of emptiness?

No.

Even in the entire Western Wilderness cultivation world, it's probably impossible to find a single one like it.

But now Gu Changjin has brought it out openly.

Chi Xuanzi's eyes turned red, and the Nascent Soul cultivator from the Heavenly River Sword Sect also began to breathe rapidly.

The envoy from the Blood Refining Divine Sect even stood up instinctively.

Gu Changjin sighed.

"Unfortunately, this method leans towards the path of blood, and has some traces of demonic cultivation."

"I was reluctant to pass it on so easily."

The demonic Nascent Soul cultivator from the Blood Refining Divine Sect immediately spoke up.

"Your words are incorrect, Daoist Master."

"What distinction is there between righteous and demonic cultivation techniques?"

"If used correctly, it will be correct; if used incorrectly, it will be incorrect."

Chi Xuanzi immediately added, "That's right. Our Chixiao Sect's techniques also lean towards killing, and outsiders often call us demons. But don't we also guard the borders of the Western Wilderness?"

The righteous Nascent Soul cultivator from the Heavenly River Sword Sect pondered for a moment and then nodded.

"In extraordinary times, extraordinary measures must be taken."

"Although this method leans towards the path of blood, it is not entirely unacceptable if it is restrained by the Dao Alliance and practiced critically."

The envoy from the Hundred Demons Sect said in a serious tone, "Even in weapon forging, there are different types of furnace fire, including poisonous fire. The key lies in the person in charge of the furnace."

"The same applies to cultivation techniques."

Gu Changjin almost burst out laughing when he heard this.

What a wonderful critical practice!

The righteous path can speak, and so can the demonic path.

When the Returning to Emptiness Technique was displayed here, everyone suddenly became enlightened.

Gu Changjin nodded gently.

"I am very pleased that you all think this way."

"Let's settle the matter of the Western Wilderness Dao Alliance here for now."

"The seven sects will hold a joint meeting, and I will temporarily act as the leader of the alliance to oversee the overall situation."

The group exchanged glances.

Temporarily?

Everyone understands these two words.

If a Nascent Soul cultivator is immortal, who dares to take their place?

However, with the Void Returning Technique preceding them, the demon race's unusual actions providing leverage behind them, and the pressure of the Nascent Soul stage still looming overhead.

We have to join this alliance, whether we like it or not.

Chi Xuanzi was the first to stand up.

"The Crimson Sky Sect wishes to join the Western Wilderness Dao Alliance."

Bai Wujiu followed closely behind.

"Luo Bai Sect wishes to join the Dao Alliance."

"The Heavenly River Sword Sect wishes to join the Dao Alliance."

"I wish to join the Ling Shuang Sword Sect."

"I am willing to join the Hundred Demons Sect."

"Blood Refining Divine Sect, I wish to join."

Gu Changjin looked at the six envoys of the sects who were bowing their heads in the hall and a kind smile appeared on his face.

"it is good."

"Everything for the cultivation world of the Western Wilderness."

The crowd shouted in unison, "All for the cultivation world of the Western Wilderness!"

The sound echoed in the main hall.

It sounds righteous and awe-inspiring.

As for what each person truly desires—whether it's the Western Wilderness, the Void Returning Technique, or minimizing the financial burden on their own sect's treasury—it remains to be seen.

Only they themselves know the answer.