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

Chapter 294 Outwardly compliant but inwardly defiant! The primordial world teeming with undercurrents!

Duobao Daoist's consciousness slowly withdrew from the Yuanling Immortal Net, and the excitement that surged in his heart because of the reward announced by Lu Yun could not be calmed for a long time.

He closed his eyes, and the glorious scene of his becoming a quasi-saint and eventually stepping into the realm of sainthood appeared in his mind. The supreme glory and power made his heart surge.

"I must hurry to Shouyang City; every moment of delay could be a waste of opportunity," Duobao thought to himself. Just as he was about to set off, he suddenly heard a clear and authoritative voice in his ear: "Duobao, come to the Heavenly Realm immediately; there is important matter to discuss."

Duobao recognized the voice all too well; it was the voice of Qinglian Daoren, the benevolent corpse of Tongtian Jiaozhu.

Duo Bao felt a pang of helplessness. He knew his master's summons was not to be ignored, especially since it concerned important matters of the Heavenly Dao faction. Although he was filled with anticipation for the upcoming competition, he could only put it aside for the time being and head to the Heavenly Realm instead.

"Fortunately, with my strength, even if I go to the Heavenly Realm, I will be able to get back to Shouyang City to participate in the competition." Duobao comforted himself, then used his supernatural powers to transform into a stream of light, cut through the sky, and sped towards the Heavenly Realm.

During his journey, Duobao was not lonely. He encountered other disciples of the Chan Sect who had also been summoned, such as Zhao Gongming and the Three Immortal Maidens.

"Senior Brother, you've been summoned too?" Zhao Gongming asked as soon as they met, his eyes also filled with curiosity about what was about to happen.

"Yes, Master summoned me, saying there was something important. It must be related to the reward that Lu Yun announced," Duobao replied, his tone tinged with helplessness.

When this matter was mentioned, Zhao Gongming and the Three Immortals couldn't help but show excitement on their faces.

Qiongxiao couldn't help but ask, "Senior brothers and sisters, do you think we have a chance to get a special reward?"

Yunxiao proudly declared, "Of course! With the strength of our Jie Sect, if we can't even secure a special reward, what other power could possibly obtain it?"

Zhao Gongming gently shook his head, his eyes showing both expectation and reason: "Junior Sister, that special reward is no small matter, and obtaining it is by no means easy. However, as long as we all work together, we may still have a chance."

Bixiao nodded, her eyes gleaming with determination: "That's right, have we disciples of the Jie Sect ever feared a challenge?!"

Qiongxiao smiled at Duobao and said, "Senior Brother, don't worry. With us here, we'll definitely lend you a hand and together we can fight for that supreme glory!"

Duobao felt a surge of warmth in his heart at the support of his fellow disciples. He smiled slightly and said, "With you all here, my confidence naturally increases. However, let's head to the Heavenly Realm first and hear what instructions Master has."

Upon hearing this, everyone nodded and quickened their pace, soon arriving at the Heavenly Realm.

In the celestial realm, clouds and mist swirl, and the celestial palace stands majestically.

Duobao and his companions arrived at Biyou Palace, the Daoist temple of Tongtian Jiaozhu, only to find that Qinglian Daoist had been waiting for them for a long time.

"Greetings, Martial Uncle Qinglian." Duobao and the others bowed respectfully.

Shortly after they arrived, other disciples of the Jie Sect also arrived.

The Azure Lotus Daoist nodded slightly, his gaze sweeping over the crowd, and said in a deep voice, "Those who passed the first stage of the competition, please stay. The rest of you, go back to your secluded cultivation!"

The group of disciples who failed to pass the first stage breathed a sigh of relief upon hearing this.

They were naturally very happy because they had heard that those from the Chan Sect who failed the competition had been severely punished, and now that Daoist Qinglian had not reprimanded them, they were delighted.

But after their initial excitement, they all felt ashamed of their performance and quickly bowed to accept the order and withdrew.

After they left, Daoist Qinglian turned his gaze to Duobao, Zhao Gongming, and the others, and slowly asked, "What are your thoughts on the special reward that Lu Yun just announced?"

Upon hearing this, Duobao, Zhao Gongming, Jinling Shengmu, and other disciples of the Chan Sect exchanged glances, their expressions becoming somewhat subtle.

By this point, how could they not have imagined that the saints on the Heavenly Dao side didn't like the special reward that Lu Yun offered at all!

It makes sense. Once someone achieves sainthood with the help of the "Primordial Purple Qi" given by Lu Yun, they will inevitably belong to either the Human Path or the Earth Path factions. So what would it mean if these disciples of the Heaven Path faction received that special reward?

Could it be that Daoist Qinglian is here to make them give up that earth-shattering opportunity?

Thinking of this, everyone felt a pang of sadness. After all, it was an opportunity to become a saint; who could easily give it up?

After careful consideration, Daoist Duobao stepped forward and respectfully replied, "Uncle-Master, the special reward announced by Lu Yun is truly an unprecedented temptation. With this reward, the competition will definitely become even more intense. And the outcome of the competition will not only concern the improvement of individual cultivation, but also the glory of our Jie Sect and even the entire Heavenly Dao camp."

Zhao Gongming picked up the conversation, his eyes resolute: "Indeed, Uncle-Master. This disciple believes that Lu Yun's actions are intended to sow discord and divide our Heavenly Dao camp. However, the disciples of our Jie Sect have always been united, unafraid of powerful enemies, and even less afraid of challenges."

Golden Spirit Mother added, "Moreover, since Lu Yun dares to use such a reward as bait, he must have some ulterior motive. This disciple suspects that he might want to use this opportunity to attract more powerful individuals to join the Human Path and the Earth Path, thereby weakening the power of our Heavenly Path camp. However, if that reward falls into our hands, his scheme will naturally fail!"

Yunxiao was even more direct: "That's right, every one of our Jie Sect disciples is outstanding. Once we're on the field, there's no reason for us to back down. We're determined to get that special reward!"

Qinglian Daoist listened to their words and couldn't help but feel a little helpless.

He naturally knew that persuading these disciples to give up an opportunity to become a saint was extremely difficult.

Let alone these disciples, even he himself, if he weren't already a saint, would want to personally participate in the snatching!

However, he could not disobey the Dao Ancestor's orders!

The Taoist Qinglian sighed softly, gazing intently into the distance, seemingly weighing many complex factors.

"What you say is absolutely right. The allure of that special reward is something even I find hard to completely ignore."

He then changed the subject, his tone becoming serious and firm: "However, we disciples of the Jie Sect have always prioritized the greater good and considered it our duty to protect the Heavenly Dao. Lu Yun's actions are precisely a test of the will and unity of our Heavenly Dao camp. If we turn against each other because of our own selfish desires, we will play right into his hands. Therefore, I urge you to remain clear-headed and rational, and not let your selfish desires blind you."

Upon hearing this, Daoist Duobao felt a chill run down his spine and bowed, saying, "I will remember your teachings, Uncle-Master. I will prioritize the greater good, remain unmoved by personal desires, and do my utmost to bring glory to the Jie Sect and contribute to the Heavenly Dao camp."

Zhao Gongming, Yunxiao, Jinling Shengmu, and others also expressed their vows to abide by their sect's teachings and prioritize the interests of the Jie Sect and the Heavenly Dao camp.

At least for now, this attitude is necessary. As for the Primordial Purple Qi, if they have the opportunity to obtain it later... then they'll act accordingly!

Seeing this, Daoist Qinglian nodded slightly, his expression softening. "Good. With your determination, what do we, the Jie Sect, have to worry about? However, you must not be careless. The competition in the second stage will be even fiercer. You need to work harder to cultivate, improve your strength, and strengthen your teamwork to meet the challenges ahead."

He then instructed, "Next, I will personally devise a training plan for you and teach you some strategies for dealing with special situations that may arise during the competition. You must devote yourselves fully and not slack off in the slightest."

Upon hearing this, Duobao and the others perked up, their eyes sparkling with anticipation and fighting spirit.

They naturally knew that as Lu Yun offered the allure of the Primordial Purple Qi, the contestants would first try their best to improve their strength, and then resort to any means to eliminate their rivals.

Among them, there will inevitably be some people who collude with certain strong individuals who are not qualified to participate, and plot to assassinate other participants.

Thus, under the guidance of Qinglian Daoren, elite disciples of the Jie Sect, including Duobao, Zhao Gongming, Yunxiao, and Jinling Shengmu, began a more intense and orderly cultivation and preparation.

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At the same time, similar events were also occurring within the Chan Sect, the Western Sect, and the Northern Darkness Sect.

All the incarnations of the saints, just as Hongjun had requested, explained the advantages and disadvantages to their disciples, preventing them from being tempted by Lu Yun, yet also ensuring they did not give up the competition.

The situation on the Human Sect side is a bit special, because Laozi's benevolent self, Taishang Laojun, and his disciple Xuandu have both been reincarnated and participated in the Primordial Genius Competition, and have both passed the first stage. However, they are not too concerned about this Primordial Genius Competition.

Instead, they are now more inclined to teach humanity to repay the karmic debts owed to the human race.

How to repay?

Naturally, this means fulfilling the responsibility of spreading the Way and educating the human race, as mentioned by Lao Tzu when he established his teachings.

However, accomplishing this task now is not easy.

Because after Lu Yun preached to the human race many times, the human race is now prosperous, with various cultivation methods and supernatural powers emerging one after another, to the point that there is no longer a need for human teachers to preach.

Therefore, while others were preparing for the Primordial Genius Competition, the master and disciple were focusing on gaining a deeper understanding of the human race and trying to find a suitable method for passing on their knowledge.

In the stillness of the night, Xuan Du sat alone in his simple thatched hut, the flickering candlelight illuminating his resolute face.

After pondering for a long time, he finally had a bold idea: "If I could obtain that Primordial Purple Qi and attain sainthood, I could not only greatly enhance my own strength, but also better protect and guide the human race as a saint. Wouldn't this be the best way to help my master repay his karmic debts?"

The next morning, Xuandu excitedly shared his thoughts with Li Er, the reincarnation of Laozi.

Upon hearing this, Li Er frowned, shook his head repeatedly, and said with worry in his eyes: "Xuan Du, your idea is good, but have you considered that once you become a sage with the help of the Primordial Purple Qi, you will no longer belong to the Heavenly Dao camp, but will instead belong to the Human Dao or the Earthly Dao? This not only means that you will be separated from the entire Heavenly Dao camp, but also that in order to gain a foothold in the Human Dao camp, you may be burdened with the infamy of betraying your sect."

Upon hearing this, Xuan Du's expression remained unchanged, but instead became even more resolute: "This disciple has received immense kindness from Master, which I can never repay in this lifetime. Now, I am willing to bear the consequences of the conflict between the Human Sect and the Human Race. If my sacrifice can bring long-term peace and prosperity to the Human Sect and the Human Race, I will gladly accept it. As for the accusation of betraying the sect, I believe that true master-disciple affection will not be diminished by the division of factions."

He paused slightly, then a smile returned to his face. "Moreover," he said, "this matter is also an immense opportunity for me."

After all, this is an opportunity to attain sainthood and achieve enlightenment, an opportunity that countless people in the prehistoric world can only dream of!

The only slight difference is that if Xuandu obtains this opportunity, he will have to bear more responsibilities.

Li Er gazed at his disciple, his heart filled with complex emotions: relief, gratitude, and reluctance to part.

He also knew Xuan Du's character and determination; once he made a decision, he wouldn't easily change it.

Finally, Li Er sighed and slowly nodded: "Alright, Xuandu, since you have made up your mind, I will fully support you. However, you must remember that no matter where you are, you will always be a disciple of the Human Sect and a successor of the Taiqing Sect."

Subsequently, Li Er began to impart all his knowledge to Xuan Du, not only teaching him more profound cultivation methods, but also personally guiding him on how to stand out in the upcoming competition and seize the Primordial Purple Qi.

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Inside the Purple Cloud Palace.

Hongjun soon discovered that the Heavenly Dao camp was paying lip service to him!

For a moment, he was also secretly furious.

These guys even found a very good excuse: rather than letting the Primordial Purple Qi prepared by Lu Yun fall into the hands of other forces and become Lu Yun's side, it would be better to let their disciples from the Heavenly Dao camp seize it.

At that point, they can simply tell their disciples not to use the Primordial Purple Qi to prove their Dao and become saints, and Lu Yun's plan will naturally fall through!

Hongjun was speechless in response.

However, he also knew that if he pushed too hard, the saints in the Heavenly Dao camp might launch an even more intense backlash.

Now that things have come to this, he can only pretend not to know what everyone is thinking and continue to discuss the construction of Tianyuan Point with Laozi and the others, while constantly urging himself, the Corpse Eel Daoist, to find Yangmei Immortal as soon as possible and locate Lu Yun's lair.

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At the same time, apart from the Heavenly Dao faction, other participants in this Primordial Genius Competition also took action.

To ensure their members could stand out in the competition, each ethnic group did everything they could to protect and nurture them, while also trying to connect with the strongest members and achieve cooperation.

Meanwhile, the powerful figures from all sides who were originally frustrated that they did not have the opportunity to participate in the acquisition of the Primordial Purple Qi naturally responded positively and participated.

Even many reclusive experts have mobilized.

Some people agreed to protect certain contestants, while others planned to assassinate other contestants to reduce the competitive pressure on the contestants they supported.

In an instant, the undercurrents of the primordial world surged.

(End of this chapter)