The origin of the star lotus world

Chapter 2341 Main Text
Chapter 2264 of the main text

Several golden lotus flowers from the outer hall area of ​​the Dragon Palace arrived at the main hall to announce that the distinguished guest, Tong Yang, had arrived to pay homage to the master.

I nodded and said okay, and asked the esteemed guest Tongyang to come over and perform the kneeling ceremony and worship, using the same procedures and systems as the other esteemed guests and deities.

The golden lotus beings bowed and left the main hall, having completed their mission, and would return to their original areas of service to continue their duties.

Guan Zejin provided guidance, instructing the distinguished guest Tong Yang to proceed to the Flying Dragon Flower Hall in the central area of ​​the main hall, where he would kneel and pay homage with proper religious rites, offering blessings and praise to the host.

Tong Yang's demeanor became formal, but his expression remained cheerful and optimistic, indicating that he was in a good mood. He walked quickly to a place near the front of the Flying Dragon Flower Palace area, first facing me, the source master, he bowed and then looked at me, asking if he could kneel in this place.

With my permission, Tongyang knelt down on the Glory Cloud Carpet and bowed to his master with proper rituals. Then, he straightened his back, looked at me, and praised me.

Tongyang said he wished the original master, the Holy Venerable God, good health and the beauty of creation. He hoped that the master, in the Holy Return Divine Palace, would share the joy of the festival with the divine forces here, experiencing a dreamlike and beautiful world. He thanked the master for his blessings and kindness, and said that he and the other distinguished guests would be very well treated, having received many benefits and rewards in the Holy Return Divine Palace.

I looked at Tongyang, who was kneeling upright, and said, "Tongyang, you seem to be in a good mood, radiating joy and happiness. Not achieving top rankings in the two activities at the New Year's Eve banquet doesn't seem to have affected you much." The top three guests at the New Year's Eve buffet were currently in their respective dragon-patterned private rooms, participating in a quiz. They couldn't hear the sounds outside, so Tongyang, you could speak to them privately.

Tongyang said he was honored to have come to pay homage to his master and participate in the Venerable Banquet and other events. He was genuinely happy and delighted. Although he wasn't among the top three in the order of entry to the Venerable Banquet Dragon Hall, it didn't matter; he was already the fourth to arrive. Two more VIPs were waiting, and he felt quite pleased to be ahead of them. His team didn't achieve their desired top-three ranking in either of the two events at the Annual Banquet Flower Boat, failing to receive the corresponding rewards and honors, unlike other VIP teams. However, he didn't blame his team members, feeling that everyone had worked hard. He believed that some of his strategies and policies as the leader of the VIPs were flawed, affecting their performance. If he had adjusted in time and avoided hesitation and wishful thinking, his team might have performed better and potentially become one of the top three in the competition. He felt some self-reproach for their poor performance at the Annual Banquet Flower Boat, but he wasn't discouraged or internally detrimental. Although he didn't receive the top three prizes in the New Year's Banquet and Flower Boat events, his competition funds still ranked in the top three, or rather, second in the Year of the Dragon competition. This was his confidence and capital. He needed to encourage and comfort himself, telling himself not to panic, not to rush, and to just focus on participating in future events, as good things would happen.

I nodded and said, "Tongyang, you've always been good at thinking things through, so just do what makes you comfortable. You say you're blaming yourself, but it'll only last a moment. You probably don't really care; you still really like and care about yourself and your power. As long as you're alive, you can always make a comeback. Stabilize your foundation, use strategies and tactics, and there's still something to gain. What's meant to be will be; just because you didn't get it this time doesn't mean you won't get it in the future."

Tongyang said that he and his team had performed poorly in both events at the New Year's Banquet Flower Boat. Some VIPs thought he would be dejected and self-pitying, affecting his performance in future events. But he wouldn't do as some people expected. He was perfectly fine, enjoying himself to the fullest. While not exactly ecstatic, he was certainly handsome and optimistic, eagerly anticipating future large-scale events where he would achieve better results and receive honors and prizes. The two events at the New Year's Banquet Flower Boat were highly anticipated, attracting attention and praise from the entire Holy Return Divine Palace. The rewards were related to the Dragon Year competition, indicating that the Dragon Year competition was a more important and higher-level event. Who would ultimately achieve the top three rankings in that competition was still unknown. Perhaps he could achieve a top-three ranking in the Dragon Year competition, receiving valuable prizes and prestigious honors. He would work hard for it; he was very lucky, and he believed he could do it.

I smiled and said, "It seems you're serious, Tongyang. In the Year of the Dragon competition, you probably won't deliberately let anyone win; you're aiming for a top-three ranking. With your current resources in the Year of the Dragon competition, you certainly have a good chance of achieving good results. It's possible; you're still a strong contender. You're confident and have your own significant advantages to rely on."

Tongyang said that during the New Year's Eve boating activity, no one was willing to help him, and he had even offended Brother Fan by disobeying his top ally's orders. He didn't care about that now, thinking he'd make it up to him later with gifts. In the Year of the Dragon competition, he would work harder than the other VIPs to achieve an excellent ranking. He was capable; he wanted the attention and recognition he desired, and when he didn't want it, he wasn't weak. He had previously achieved second place in a creative culinary competition. Perhaps in the Year of the Dragon competition, he could achieve another outstanding result, reliving his glory days. The thought was wonderful; he would have his moment of triumph and brilliance again.

I said that participating in the activities I want to participate in is enough, and that's enough. I have my own principles and don't always rely on others. Sometimes, always wanting to rely on others may not be helpful, and it might even lead to continuous drain and burden. In ordinary times, support and mutual assistance are necessary, but in competitions where you're competing alone, you should prioritize yourself. If you're interested in the honors and rewards of the competition, then try your best to obtain them.

Tongyang agreed and said he would try his best to participate in the event so that some VIPs wouldn't look down on him. "Master, what are the prizes for the top three in the Year of the Dragon competition? Also, what are the competition rules?" He still didn't know any of this information.

I mentioned that the Year of the Dragon competition hasn't officially started yet, and the relevant rules and details will be announced later. We've already waited this long, so a little longer is fine.

Tongyang agreed, saying that his master had made arrangements and he would simply wait to participate in the activity.

Some activities and events, though postponed, will still take place, and important matters that have already been scheduled will proceed.