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

Chapter 293 A Reward That Shocked the Primordial World! Hongjun, Furious and Helpless!

"The real reward?"

Upon hearing Lu Yun's words, the contestants all showed expressions of surprise. They hadn't expected that this seemingly ordinary competition would hide such an amazing reward. The already tense and exciting atmosphere intensified instantly, with everyone's eyes gleaming with a desire for victory and curiosity about the unknown prize.

The audience watched this scene through the Yuanling Immortal Network, discussing and speculating about what the "special prize" Lu Yun mentioned could be. Some guessed it was a precious spiritual treasure, some guessed it was a lost cultivation technique, and some even boldly imagined that it might be a secret related to becoming a saint.

Even Nuwa, Houtu, Xihe, and the other sisters beside Lu Yun were looking at each other in bewilderment, their hearts filled with curiosity.

They did know what the special reward Lu Yun had arranged was, but they were very curious about how Lu Yun would present that special reward.

Although the saints of the Heavenly Dao faction within Zixiao Palace did not have time to pay attention to the competition themselves, they each sent their own benevolent or malevolent corpses to keep an eye on the matter.

At this moment, their expressions varied, and a strange unease welled up in their hearts.

They felt that Lu Yun's move must have a deeper meaning, and was likely a scheme targeting their Heavenly Dao faction. However, they could not directly interfere with the competition, so they could only remain vigilant and prepare to deal with any possible changes.

Just then, Lu Yun's voice resounded once more throughout the Yuanling Immortal Network: "Fellow participants, the true rewards of this competition are no ordinary items. I have already set up three special items in the latter half of the Path of Proof. Each of these three special items contains the secrets and power sufficient to enable one to achieve Quasi-Saint status. Whoever obtains one of them will have a chance to step into the Quasi-Saint realm!"

These words immediately caused an uproar throughout the Yuanling Immortal Network.

"How is this possible?"

"What an unexpected surprise!"

"That's wonderful! This is absolutely wonderful!"

The participants were shocked, but even more excited and enthusiastic.

Quasi-Saints are second only to Saints, and are the strongest realm in the primordial world!

Once one steps into the Quasi-Saint realm, it means truly joining the ranks of the top powerhouses in the primordial world, possessing the power to change destiny and influence the world.

The audience was in an uproar. Among them were many highly skilled individuals who naturally understood the preciousness and rarity of the Quasi-Saint realm. At the same time, many of them even began to secretly regret their actions.

This is because they had already discovered in previous competitions that many disciples of the Heavenly Dao faction had been reincarnated and were participating in the competition. Now, the thought of their chance to obtain the mysterious reward of becoming Quasi-Saints made the others restless!

"I should have reincarnated!"

"Who says otherwise! I regret it so much!"

"Don't you doubt that what Lu Yun said is false?"

"Heh, all I can say is that you have such thoughts because you don't understand His Majesty the Emperor!"

"We have no chance in this year's Primordial Genius Competition, and we don't even know when the next one will be held."

……

Seeing the excited contestants and the reactions of the many spectators, the saintly incarnations of the Heavenly Dao faction became even more solemn.

Lu Yun's actions not only inspired the contestants to strive harder, but will also further promote the prosperity of humanity and local culture!

They knew that Lu Yun was once again challenging them, attempting to attract more powerful individuals to join the Human Path and the Earth Path through this grand prize. They couldn't help but secretly consider how to deal with this situation and how to maintain the advantage and position of the Heavenly Path camp.

Nuwa, Houtu, and the others exchanged smiles.

Because they knew that what Lu Yun had just said was just an appetizer, yet it had already elicited such a strong reaction from everyone, they were immediately looking forward to what kind of shock Lu Yun would bring when he revealed the real grand prize.

Therefore, they all couldn't help but look at Lu Yun again.

Lu Yun sensed the excitement and anticipation surrounding him, a mysterious smile playing on his lips. His voice echoed once more within the Yuanling Immortal Network, carrying an unprecedented power: "Furthermore, I have prepared a hidden bonus for this competition. If a lucky individual manages to collect all three special items I have set and combine them into one, they will receive an unprecedented reward—a complete strand of Primordial Purple Qi!"

Upon hearing this, the entire Yuanling Immortal Network seemed to be swept by an invisible storm, leaving everyone shocked and speechless.

The contestants were briefly silent at first, then erupted in deafening cheers. Their eyes shone with unprecedented fervor and determination, as if they had seen the broad road to supreme enlightenment.

Some clenched their fists, breathing rapidly, determined to fight with all their might for this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity; others wore expressions of disbelief, muttering to themselves, unable to believe it was real.

The Primordial Purple Qi is the key to becoming a saint. Obtaining it allows one to ascend to the heavens in one step and enter the supreme realm of sainthood!

Among the participants, those from the crossover chat group couldn't help but chuckle at the excitement and fervor of the surrounding natives, finding the pure awe and longing both innocent and slightly "funny."

However, they didn't show it, and instead communicated silently through a cross-server chat group.

Jiang Ye: "The reactions of these ancient natives are really interesting!"

Fang Wenjie: "Haha, if I told them that the Primordial Purple Qi itself doesn't have the effect of achieving sainthood, wouldn't their jaws drop?"

Lin Chen: "Even if you obtain the Primordial Purple Qi in Hongjun's hands, you might not necessarily become a saint, but what Boss Lu Yun is offering is a true sainthood!"

Liu Chongxiao: "That's right! If any of us could obtain this Primordial Purple Qi... what an honor, what an opportunity that would be!"

Xiao Ling'er: "This is not only recognition of our individual abilities, but also a huge affirmation from Lu Yun!"

Ling Yan: "What a pity! The champion of this competition has already been decided—it's Fuxi! Otherwise, I really would have liked to compete with these native people from the prehistoric era!"

Fang Xu: "Regardless of the outcome, being able to participate in such a grand event is a rare experience in itself."

Qiu Wanli: "You're underestimating Lu Yun's magnanimity. Although Lu Yun intends for Fuxi to attain enlightenment and become the Human Emperor, he hasn't said we have to give way to him, nor has he said the competition champion has to be Fuxi, has he?"

Yun Yao: "It seems so! Could it be that we actually have a chance?"

Lei Hong: "Thinking about it carefully, Fuxi didn't necessarily have to win the competition to become the Human Emperor!"

Mingxi: "Ah... Could it be that we really have a chance to seize the Primordial Purple Qi and gain the opportunity to become saints?"

Qin Ling: "That's right. I believe there's a deeper meaning behind Boss Lu Yun's arrangements. We just need to do our best, and leave the rest to fate."

……

The audience erupted in uproar, with gasps of surprise rising and falling.

"Wow...this reward is incredible!"

"Yeah! I'm starting to wonder if I'm dreaming!"

"I don't doubt it, I just feel like dying right now!"

"Me too! Ugh! Why didn't I steel myself and enter the Reincarnation Tournament back then?!"

Those with higher cultivation levels wore complex expressions, a mixture of envy for the participants and regret for not being able to participate. They deeply understood the preciousness of the Primordial Purple Qi; it was not only a recognition of their strength but also an unparalleled aid on their path to sainthood. Many began to discuss and speculate enthusiastically about who would be the lucky one to claim this grand prize.

Nuwa, Houtu, Xihe, and the other sisters were taken aback at first, then exchanged smiles, their eyes filled with admiration and anticipation for Lu Yun. They already knew of Lu Yun's plan, but they never expected him to offer the "Sainthood" reward in this way!

Although they now know the true nature of the so-called Primordial Purple Qi, other beings in the primordial world do not!

A wisp of primordial purple energy was enough to tempt any powerful figure, let alone those ambitious contestants. They couldn't help but wonder what Hongjun and the others would think when this news reached the Heavenly Dao camp.

The sage avatars of the Heavenly Dao faction, who were observing within the Yuanling Immortal Network, sensed this drastic change within the network through their respective means, and their expressions instantly turned extremely grim.

They obviously couldn't have imagined that Lu Yun would be so crazy as to use Primordial Purple Qi as a competition reward!

The matter suddenly became serious and was beyond their ability to decide, so they had to immediately report it to their respective superiors.

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Inside the Zixiao Palace, the atmosphere suddenly became heavy and oppressive.

The saints of the Heavenly Dao faction were having a heated discussion about how to build the "Tianyuan" world when the sudden news came like a bolt from the blue, bringing everyone's discussion to an abrupt halt.

Lao Tzu, the sage of tranquility and non-action, couldn't help but frown, a look of disbelief flashing in his eyes. He had cultivated for many years and experienced countless vicissitudes, but he had never seen such a bold plan.

The Primordial Celestial Venerable's face turned ashen, his hands clenched so tightly they seemed to crush the air itself. He never expected that Lu Yun would dare to so blatantly use Primordial Purple Qi as a reward, challenging the authority of the Heavenly Dao camp.

The Tongtian Sect Leader's eyes flickered, a mixture of shock and admiration. He knew Lu Yun's wisdom and methods well, but he never expected that the other party could come up with such a brilliant move, putting the Heavenly Dao camp in a passive position.

The two Western saints, Jieyin and Zhunti, looked at each other, their eyes filled with shock and worry.

Styx suddenly remembered the Primordial Purple Qi he had bought from Lu Yun! Thinking of this made him angry. He had paid so much, and he clearly had the opportunity to have Lu Yun help him become a saint, but he lost that opportunity because Hongjun suppressed him!

Although he has now become a Heavenly Saint with Hongjun's help, he still feels that he has lost out, after all, he paid a considerable price to buy the Primordial Purple Qi!

Kunpeng glanced cautiously at Hongjun and noticed that among the group of saints, Hongjun Daozu's expression was the most gloomy.

He seemed to be able to see through layers of void and witness the boiling scene within the Yuanling Immortal Network, feeling the fervor and desire aroused by the Primordial Purple Qi.

"Lu Yun, you truly have impressive skills!" Hongjun laughed inwardly, his voice low and cold.

The Primordial Purple Qi was originally a method he used to scheme against the saints of the Heavenly Dao camp. He was already furious when Lu Yun produced and sold a bunch of fake goods!

Now Lu Yun is actually using him to scheme against his Heavenly Dao faction? This is simply a blatant provocation against his authority!

Even though he was extremely angry, he knew that he could not act rashly at this moment.

If he were to personally intervene, aside from the question of whether he could stop Lu Yun, he would first be unable to persuade the contestants and spectators who aspired to sainthood. Instead, it would provoke a greater backlash and might even accelerate the defection of the Heavenly Dao faction disciples.

"Dao Ancestor, what should we do?" Yuanshi Tianzun finally couldn't help but ask, his voice filled with anxiety.

Hongjun remained silent for a moment, then cast a deep glance at the assembled saints before slowly saying, "Lu Yun's actions are intended to lure our Heavenly Dao faction disciples into betrayal. We must maintain our composure and not allow ourselves to fall into disarray. Continue studying the Heavenly Origin Plan! At the same time, have your respective avatars strengthen their monitoring and guidance of the disciples to ensure they do not easily waver."

Upon hearing this, the saints, though still filled with resentment and worry, could only obey Hongjun's arrangement, contact their respective good and evil corpses, and then continue to discuss how to merge their respective dojos.

However, the shock and unease caused by Lu Yun's offer of Primordial Purple Qi as a reward lingered within the Purple Cloud Palace for a long time.

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Within the Yuanling Immortal Network.

Lu Yun, however, seemed oblivious to the worries and anxieties of the saints in the Heavenly Dao camp.

He continued, "Fellow participants, the second stage is about to begin. I know you are currently scattered throughout the primordial world, and it will take time for you to gather in Shouyang City. Therefore, the official competition will begin one year from now!"

"I'm giving you one year to travel! If you fail to reach Shouyang City within a year, you will be disqualified from the competition! After that, you will depart from Shouyang City and journey towards Wucheng at Buzhou Mountain. This journey will be full of unknowns and challenges, but also countless opportunities and rewards. I look forward to your outstanding performance and even more to witnessing the birth of future powerhouses!"

As Lu Yun finished speaking, the second stage of the competition officially began.

More than 30,000 participants left the Yuanling Immortal Network and embarked on their journey, heading towards Shouyang City.

They knew it would be an arduous battle and a test, but they also understood it was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity and challenge.

To reduce competition, other participants might collude with powerful beings from the primordial era to ambush other participants on the way!

After all, the final result of the competition is related to a wisp of Primordial Purple Qi, and even a Quasi-Saint level expert might risk everything to make a move!

Despite knowing the danger, they did not back down. They gripped their weapons and magical artifacts tightly, preparing to face all the challenges and unknowns that were about to come.

Meanwhile, the sage avatars of the Heavenly Dao camp quickly summoned their respective disciples to guide them properly, so that they would not be misled by the bait offered by Lu Yun!

(End of this chapter)