Investiture of the Gods: I am Bigan, the Master of Conspiracy

Chapter 37 Zhen Yuanzi's Choice
The Wuzhuang Temple on Wanshou Mountain is wrapped in layers of auspicious light and misty haze. The spiritual mist weaves leisurely among the peaks and forests, like a dancing veil, dreamlike and illusory, making the entire fairy mountain look extraordinary and otherworldly.

The exotic flowers and plants in the mountains are competing with each other in beauty and blooming with colorful colors. The rich fragrance of the flowers drifts in the wind, and the rich aroma fills the air, attracting colorful butterflies dancing and birds singing. It is a fairyland scene full of vitality.

However, at this moment, in the dreamlike fairyland of Wanshou Mountain, a fairy was walking towards them.

Mi Fei, the goddess of Luo River, is dressed in a moon-white dress, with the hem of her skirt fluttering in the wind, just like a white lotus just blooming on the blue waves, fresh, elegant and extraordinary.

Mi Fei walked lightly with lotus steps to the front of Wuzhuang Temple.

The gate of the temple is tightly closed, but it cannot conceal the majestic and fairy-like charm inside.

Just at this moment, the two Taoist boys Qingfeng and Mingyue in the temple seemed to have sensed something and hurriedly pushed open the door.

Qingfeng was wearing a green Taoist robe and his eyes were lively.

Mingyue was wearing a white Taoist robe and had a pretty face.

The two were startled when they saw Luoshen, then bowed and asked, "Who is this distinguished guest?"

Seeing this, Luoshen bowed and replied, "The young master of the Shang Dynasty is offering sacrifices to Mi Fei, and I have come to pay my respects to the great immortal Zhen Yuanzi."

After a moment, the figure of the great immortal Zhen Yuanzi appeared.

Before Concubine Mi arrived, Zhen Yuanzi suddenly had a feeling in his heart.

But Concubine Mi was naturally not worth Zhen Yuanzi's waiting, so Zhen Yuanzi only appeared after Concubine Mi paid her respects.

After all, Mi Fei was a younger generation, but she was the daughter of Fuxi and a priestess of the Shang Dynasty.

The ancient gods Fuxi and Zhen Yuanzi are gods of the same generation. Even though Fuxi has become the emperor of the human race, his true spirit is still that of an ancient god.

Zhen Yuanzi was quite thin, with an immortal-like appearance. He wore a simple and elegant Taoist robe that fluttered in the wind. His long beard hung down to his chest, and each strand was translucent, like silver thread.

His face is kind and his eyes are deep, as if the long river of time is flowing.

Zhen Yuanzi quickly extended his hand to support her, his voice as resounding as a bell yet gentle: "Please stand up quickly. It turns out to be the daughter of Taoist Fellow Fuxi. I wonder why you came to my Five-Zhuang Temple?"

Luoshen slowly rose, her expression solemn and her tone sincere. "When the ancient demon race flourished, they were brutal and merciless, treating humans like ants and slaughtering them wantonly. Humanity was plunged into a desperate plight. In its darkest hour, the Great Immortal stepped forward. The demon race surged like a raging tide, sweeping across human settlements. Wherever they passed, widespread suffering spread. The survival of humanity was like a candle in the wind, precarious. Heartbroken with compassion, the Great Immortal resolutely wielded his supreme magical powers to single-handedly protect the ancient human race. Furthermore, the Great Immortal provided a safe haven for the surviving humans, teaching them the ways of survival, allowing them to continue their bloodline during the catastrophe. It is precisely because of the Great Immortal's protection that the human race enjoys its current prosperity and flourishing population. As the human race's youngest priestess, I, the Concubine, bear the responsibility of inheriting and remembering this legacy. I have come today to pay my respects, demonstrating our undying gratitude for the Great Immortal's kindness."

After hearing this, Zhen Yuanzi's eyes flashed with relief, but his face remained humble. He waved his hand slightly and said, "It's just a small favor, not worth mentioning. When I saw the human race suffer a disaster, how could I sit idly by and do nothing?"

Zhen Yuanzi was very happy that the human race had not forgotten him. After saying this, Zhen Yuanzi turned around and told Qingfeng and Mingyue: "Go, get two ginseng fruits to entertain our distinguished guests."

Qingfeng and Mingyue took the order and left. After a while, they returned with a jade plate in their hands.

There are two ginseng fruits on the plate, which are round and cute, and look just like newborn babies. They are crystal clear, with eyebrows and eyes still visible, and emit bursts of attractive fragrance. The fragrance seems to carry the creation of life, lingering and refreshing.

Luoshen looked at this rare treasure but didn't reach out to take it. Instead, she bowed slightly and said, "Great Immortal, I am deeply grateful for your kindness. However, this ginseng fruit is truly the product of spiritual roots from heaven and earth and is extremely precious. I would like to take it back to Chaoge and present it to the Human Emperor and the High Priest. I wonder if the Great Immortal would agree to this?"

Upon hearing this, Zhen Yuanzi smiled heartily and nodded, saying, "Of course. Your sincerity is rare and precious."

After that, Zhen Yuanzi ordered Mingyue to fetch a ginseng fruit and handed it to Luoshen, saying, "You are a guest from afar, so please taste this one first."

Luo Shen thanked him, took the ginseng fruit with both hands and put it into her mouth.

Instantly, a rich, mellow spiritual energy spread through her body, flowing like a clear spring through her limbs and bones, making her feel relaxed and comfortable, as if every pore was cheering and absorbing this magical power. Luo Shen felt invigorated and refreshed, as if she had been reborn.

Luo Shen was filled with joy and thanked Zhen Yuanzi again, then carefully put away the two ginseng fruits.

"Great Immortal, now that Concubine Mi holds the power of human sacrifice, we should build a temple for you. Since the revival of the human race, we have never offered sacrifices to you. This is truly our fault. After returning this time, we must offer sacrifices every year and never forget your kindness!"

Upon hearing this, Zhen Yuanzi frowned and said, "My dear friend, please don't do this. This is just a simple favor from me. Please don't make a big fuss."

Mi Fei hurriedly said, "Great Immortal, Chaoge is currently holding a grand sacrifice to commemorate the ancient sages of the human race. Your protection of the human race is a blessing that saved our very existence. You should be included in the sacrifices. Building a temple in your honor in Chaoge is only natural. The human race has survived the slaughter of the demons to this day thanks to your bravery. This great kindness, no one in the human race dares to forget. If we don't build a temple to honor you, how can we honor your achievements? How can we appease the human race's gratitude towards you?"

Zhen Yuanzi twirled his beard and smiled, looking at Luoshen gently. He shook his head slowly and said, "My friend, I appreciate your kindness. But I was only acting according to my heart and never expected such a generous reward from the human race. I protected the human race back then simply because I couldn't bear to see them suffer, not for the sake of my posthumous reputation. Building a temple and offering sacrifices is really unnecessary. Please don't waste manpower and resources on this. My friend, please don't mention it again!"

After some greetings, Luo Shen said goodbye and left.

Watching Luoshen gradually disappear and leave the Wanshou Mountain fairyland.

Qingfeng looked in the direction where Luoshen had left, filled with curiosity. He couldn't help but turn to look at Zhen Yuanzi and asked respectfully, "Master, the human race wants to offer sacrifices to you. This is a great thing. If you receive a sacrifice from the human race, you will also receive many blessings from good fortune. But why did you politely refuse?"

Zhen Yuanzi stood with his hands behind his back, his eyes deep and distant, as if he could see through the endless river of time!

"Qingfeng, the calamity has now enveloped the vast wilderness. Even among the human race, in this turbulent and treacherous situation, the issue of cause and effect is like a sharp blade hanging over our heads. The slightest carelessness will lead us into an irretrievable state. Once we accept the human race's sacrifice, we will have established a deep karmic connection. In the calamity, many variables are difficult to predict. Being entangled in cause and effect will only add to our entanglements, making it even more difficult for us to escape from the calamity."

At this point, Zhen Yuanzi sighed, looked in the direction of the human race, and continued, "Master, I actually hope that the human race can forget me."

(End of this chapter)