Transmigrating to a chat group: After heeding advice, I became the ruler of the primordial world.

Chapter 253 Changes in the Heavenly Dao! Ascension Rules! Hongjun's New Scheme!

In the midst of chaos, Yuanshi was discussing with Laozi and Tongtian Jiaozhu how to establish a Daoist temple when he suddenly received a message from his disciples informing him of the unexpected death of Yun Zhongzi.

He was shocked and furious, and immediately began to calculate. He quickly figured out the cause and effect and discovered that it was all related to Lu Yun.

Yuanshi was extremely frustrated. He knew all too well that Lu Yun was now incredibly powerful, and even as a Heavenly Dao Saint, he dared not attack him. After all, Lu Yun's strength was such that even his teacher, Hongjun, had to back down and sue for peace!

Seeing this, Tongtian couldn't help but ask curiously, "Second brother, has something happened?"

Yuanshi briefly explained the whole story to Laozi and Tongtian.

After listening, Laozi suddenly spoke, his voice calm and profound: "Second brother, there's no need to worry too much. Although it seems that Lu Yun has gained an advantage in this matter, that may not be the case."

Upon hearing this, Yuanshi was taken aback and looked at Laozi, asking, "Brother, what makes you say this?"

Lao Tzu smiled slightly and said, "Although Lu Yun's actions resurrected Hong Yun, they also violated the rules of Heaven. Under the Heavenly Dao, all things have their predetermined fate. Lu Yun has now forcibly changed Hong Yun's destiny; how can Heavenly Dao sit idly by?"

Upon hearing this, Yuanshi's eyes flashed with a sharp light, and he suddenly realized, "Brother, you are right!"

The Master of Heaven nodded in agreement.

Yuanshi took a deep breath to calm his anger and said, "In that case, let's wait and see."

As he spoke, he temporarily set aside the matter of establishing the dojo and turned his attention to the direction of Wucheng.

Laozi and Tongtian naturally looked towards Wucheng as well.

Within the city of Wu, as Hongyun's soul completely merged with the ginseng fruit tree, the once tranquil ginseng fruit tree suddenly began to tremble violently.

Zhen Yuanzi stood aside, watching this scene with anticipation.

He knew that this was a sign that the ginseng fruit tree was about to take human form, and it also meant that his old friend Hongyun was about to be reborn.

However, the Queen Mother of the West asked with some concern, "Fellow Daoist Zhen Yuanzi, does the transformation of the Ginseng Fruit Tree into human form mean that we will never see this precious tree again, nor will we ever be able to eat the Ginseng Fruit again?"

Upon hearing this, Zhen Yuanzi gently shook his head and said with a smile, "Your Majesty the Queen Mother of the West is overthinking it. Although the Ginseng Fruit Tree will lose its original form after it transforms, Fellow Daoist Hongyun will naturally cultivate a new Ginseng Fruit Tree after his rebirth. After all, this precious tree has a deep connection with Hongyun."

The Queen Mother of the West breathed a sigh of relief and agreed with Zhen Yuanzi's explanation.

Just then, dark clouds suddenly filled the sky, accompanied by lightning and thunder. A terrifying pressure from the heavens descended upon Witch City, causing everyone present to feel their hearts tremble.

Zhen Yuanzi's expression changed, and he looked up at the sky in alarm, only to see a terrifying heavenly tribulation brewing.

He immediately understood that this was Heaven's punishment for Hongyun's resurrection, and what was being brought down was actually the Purple Heaven Divine Lightning!

"What...what should we do? Can Fellow Daoist Hongyun withstand this heavenly tribulation?" Zhen Yuanzi asked anxiously.

Lu Yun remained calm and smiled as he said to Zhen Yuanzi, "Fellow Daoist Zhen Yuanzi, there is no need to worry. Although Fellow Daoist Hongyun's resurrection violates the rules of Heaven, I already have a solution."

As he spoke, Lu Yun flashed and arrived on the ginseng fruit tree.

He raised his hand and waved it, and a surge of human power emerged, transforming into a light shield that enveloped the ginseng fruit tree.

Seeing this, Zhen Yuanzi and west Wangmu knew perfectly well that Lu Yun was clearly planning to confront the rules of Heaven head-on again!

For a moment, Zhen Yuanzi also breathed a long sigh of relief.

After all, Lu Yun has done this more than once, and he was able to win even before he had his current strength, so it's definitely no problem for him now.

really--

"boom!"

The first bolt of Purple Heaven Divine Lightning struck the light shield, but it seemed to be swallowed up by an invisible force, unable to touch the Ginseng Fruit Tree in the slightest.

Seeing this, Zhen Yuanzi breathed a sigh of relief and gave Lu Yun a grateful look.

The Queen Mother of the West exclaimed in admiration, "His Majesty the Holy Emperor is indeed all-powerful!"

Lu Yun gently shook his head, his expression becoming slightly grave. He said, "Don't be too happy yet. I've discovered that the rules of this Heavenly Tribulation are somewhat different!"

These words left both Zhen Yuanzi and west Wangmu somewhat confused.

Zhen Yuanzi hurriedly asked, "Your Majesty, what does this mean?"

Lu Yun seemed to have discovered something interesting and said, "So that's how it is! Hongjun actually added rules for ascension to the Heavenly Dao. Anyone who undergoes the Heavenly Tribulation and succeeds ascends to the Heavenly Realm, while those who fail and survive remain in the mortal world. Those who fail and die either vanish into thin air or fall into the underworld for reincarnation!"

"What?!"

Both Zhen Yuanzi and west Wangmu were in an uproar.

With their perspective, they naturally knew how much such a rule would affect the Three Realms after the formation of the primordial world!

Under these rules, the Heavenly Realm continuously absorbs those who have achieved success in their cultivation in the mortal realm and the underworld, thus constantly growing stronger. Meanwhile, the mortal realm and the underworld can only accommodate those who have not undergone tribulation or have failed in their tribulation, and their strength will naturally gradually weaken.

Over time, the heavens will naturally rise above the human world and the underworld!

The more they thought about it, the more alarmed they became. They never expected that Hongjun would launch such a counterattack so soon after the Three Realms were divided!

Having already resolved to stand on the side of humanity, the Queen Mother of the West, after much deliberation, could not come up with a solution and could not help but ask, "Your Majesty, what should we do?"

Zhen Yuanzi also looked at Lu Yun nervously.

After all, he didn't want Hongyun, whom he had finally managed to revive, to turn around and ascend to the Heavenly Realm, standing on the opposite side of him!

Lu Yun remained calm and said, "Hongjun is indeed skilled! However, unfortunately, even I, as a human, might not be able to do anything to him!"

He looked at Zhen Yuanzi and said, "Fellow Daoist Zhen Yuan, I want to designate the Ginseng Fruit Tree as the sacred tree of the human race, to help it overcome its heavenly tribulation with the help of our human race's fortune, and at the same time, to allow it to remain in the mortal realm. Are you willing?"

Upon hearing this, Zhen Yuanzi's eyes flashed with surprise, and he quickly nodded, saying, "Your Majesty, I am willing! Hongyun is a friend of the human race, and it would be a great honor for him to become the guardian tree of the human race."

Lu Yun nodded slightly, then declared loudly, "Today, I, Lu Yun, in the name of the Holy Emperor of Humanity, hereby bestow upon the Ginseng Fruit Tree the title of the Divine Tree that protects the human race, gathering the race's fortune and eternally guarding its territory!"

As Lu Yun finished speaking, a powerful surge of human fortune converged from all directions and landed on the ginseng fruit tree.

The ginseng fruit tree, which had been shaking violently, gradually calmed down, and a soft light emanated from its branches and leaves, as if it were receiving a baptism of human fortune.

Upon seeing this, Zhen Yuanzi was overjoyed. He knew that the ginseng fruit tree had become the sacred tree of the human race, and Hongyun was now completely secure.

The Queen Mother of the West looked at Lu Yun with admiration and said, "His Majesty the Holy Emperor is indeed far-sighted. This move not only consolidates the position of the human race, but also adds a powerful protective force to the human race."

Lu Yun smiled slightly and said, "Although Hongjun is powerful, humanity is not to be trifled with. As long as we unite as one, humanity will surely rise in the Three Realms in the future!"

Just then, thick dark clouds gathered in the sky again, and the Purple Heaven Divine Thunder brewed once more.

However, this time, the ginseng fruit tree appeared calm and unhurried under the protection of human fortune.

"boom!"

The Purple Heaven Divine Lightning struck again, but it was easily absorbed by the light shield surrounding the Ginseng Fruit Tree.

As bolts of divine lightning struck, the ginseng fruit tree shone brighter and brighter, as if it were undergoing a transformation and rebirth.

Zhen Yuanzi and the Queen Mother of the West watched all this with bated breath, silently praying in their hearts.

As time passed, the heavenly tribulation gradually dissipated, and the ginseng fruit tree stopped shaking.

Finally, after the last bolt of divine lightning struck, the dark clouds dispersed, and the sky cleared. A figure slowly emerged from the tree—it was Hongyun.

Hongyun looked at Zhen Yuanzi, Lu Yun, and the others before him, his eyes filled with gratitude. He knew that without their help, he would probably never have been able to be reborn.

"Thank you all for your help!" Hongyun bowed and said.

Zhen Yuanzi excitedly stepped forward, grasped Hongyun's hand tightly, and said, "Fellow Daoist Hongyun, you've finally returned!"

Hongyun was also somewhat moved and said, "Fellow Daoist Zhenyuan, thank you for your concern for me all these years!"

The two looked at each other and smiled, their eyes filled with the joy of reunion.

Immediately, Zhen Yuanzi hurriedly said to Hongyun, "Hongyun, we owe a great debt to His Majesty the Holy Emperor. You should quickly come and thank him!"

Hongyun immediately looked at Lu Yun and bowed deeply, saying, "Thank you very much for your help, Your Majesty!"

Lu Yun simply waved his hand and said, "There's no need for that. From now on, you will be the guardian tree of the human race. You only need to take good care of the human race, and that will be the best way to repay me!"

Hongyun solemnly replied, "Yes, Hongyun is willing to serve the human race faithfully and safeguard peace in the world!"

Lu Yun then said, "Alright, I think you and Zhen Yuanzi have a lot to talk about after so many years. Why don't you two go and catch up?"

Zhen Yuanzi and Hongyun quickly bowed and said, "Thank you, Your Majesty!"

Immediately, the two of them retreated together.

After they left, Lu Yun looked at the Queen Mother of the West and said, "Fellow Daoist, I would like to trouble you to go to the Underworld. You need to inform Houtu about the rules of ascension. I also have some other matters to attend to."

The Queen Mother of the West nodded, her expression solemn, and said, "Your Majesty, please rest assured, I will go to the Underworld immediately to discuss this matter with Fellow Daoist Houtu. The Heavenly Dao's addition of the Ascension Rule is also a major change for the Underworld, and we must prepare in advance."

After saying this, the Queen Mother of the West turned around and transformed into a streak of light, rushing towards the Netherworld Blood Sea.

After watching the Queen Mother of the West leave, Lu Yun took a deep breath and looked into the distance.

He knew clearly that Hongjun's addition of the ascension rules was not only a challenge to humanity, but also a reshuffling of the entire prehistoric world order.

"Hongjun is quite the schemer! However, the outcome is still uncertain!"

Lu Yun smiled at the sky, then moved and left the prehistoric world, entering his own universe.

He still had some treasure chests left to open, including a Supreme Treasure Chest for establishing humanity and a Legendary Treasure Chest for collecting the four great killing formations. It was time to go back and open them to see what good things were inside!

……

Inside the Purple Cloud Palace, Hongjun sat upright on his cloud bed, his gaze deep and unfathomable, as if he could pierce through the chaos and peer into everything in the primordial world.

He had been silently observing everything that had just happened. Although he was somewhat surprised by Lu Yun's response, he did not show much emotional fluctuation.

Hongjun closed his eyes slightly, secretly calculating in his mind. He hadn't expected that Lu Yun could immediately think of using the human race's fortune to bestow the title upon Hongyun, thus resolving the impact of the ascension rules he had added.

Such methods were indeed beyond his expectations.

However, Hongjun didn't care, because in his view, this was just a clever trick by Lu Yun.

Hongjun knew that while Lu Yun could help some beings survive their tribulations and remain in the mortal realm or the underworld in this way, there were countless beings in the primordial world, and it was impossible for every being to receive an official title from Lu Yun.

As time goes by, more and more living beings will face the test of heavenly tribulations.

At that time, whether they like it or not, the power of the Heavenly Realm will continue to increase, while the human world and the underworld will become places for the Heavenly Court to cultivate strong individuals.

Not only can the Heavenly Court strengthen itself, but it can also draw nourishment from the Underworld and the Human Realm to continuously grow stronger. When it completely suppresses the Human Realm and the Underworld, that will naturally be the day when the Heavenly Dao regains control of the Primordial World!

Hongjun was very confident in his scheme, believing that his plan would ultimately succeed.

He may seem arrogant now, but it's all just a prelude to his future success!

Now all he needs to do is patiently wait for the right opportunity. When the power of the Heavenly Realm is strong enough, he can unify the Three Realms in one fell swoop and bring the Primordial World back under the control of the Heavenly Dao.

Of course, to ensure his scheme succeeds more quickly, it is still necessary to get the Three Pure Ones and the Two Western Saints to establish their temples as soon as possible!

But when he glanced at the Three Pure Ones and the Two Sages of the West, he found that they had not made any move.

He was somewhat helpless at the moment.

Because of his past scheming, the Three Pure Ones and the Two Sages of the West have grown far below what they should have, and they can't even do this small thing well!

Since that's the case, then he'll give it another push!

He directly transmitted his voice to the Three Pure Ones and the Two Sages of the West, instructing them to return to the Zixiao Palace so that he could give them a proper lecture on how to establish a Daoist temple!

……

The Queen Mother of the West arrived in the Netherworld and entered the Underworld.

The entire underworld was filled with an atmosphere of solemnity and mystery. She passed through layers of mist and arrived at the core area of ​​the underworld, where she met Houtu.

Houtu sat solemnly and majestically on the throne, her eyes revealing affection for the Queen Mother of the West. The Queen Mother of the West stepped forward to pay her respects and recounted the events that had occurred in Wucheng and the new ascension rules established by Hongjun.

After hearing this, Houtu's expression also became solemn.

She immediately realized how significant this rule would be to the balance of the three realms. Once implemented, the Heavenly Realm would become increasingly powerful, while the Human Realm and the Underworld would gradually decline.

However, Houtu did not feel panicked and helpless like Xiwangmu.

After a moment of contemplation, she smiled and reassured the Queen Mother of the West, "Fellow Daoist Queen Mother of the West, there is no need to worry too much. Since Lu Yun has already noticed something and taken countermeasures, I believe he will definitely have a way to solve this problem."

(End of this chapter)