Primordial Era: Reborn as Zhen Yuanzi, taking control of the underground passage

Chapter 229 Hongjun's Attitude

Zhen Yuanzi listened quietly, his mind clear as a mirror.

Hongjun's words were both a statement of fact and a reminder of Zhen Yuanzi.

The process and outcome of the Earthly Dao's rise to power and even its transcendence are both subject to consideration of the Heavenly Dao's order and the chaotic state.

"What the Dao Ancestor says is quite right," Zhen Yuanzi said, his voice steady and filled with unquestionable confidence.

"The three paths of Heaven, Earth, and Man should complement each other and support the primordial world together."

Now that the Heavenly Dao has been established and order has been initially set; Fellow Daoist Yangmei has also attained the Dao of Primordial Chaos, guarding the flanks of Chaos; and the Earthly Dao—”

His light was profound, as if it pierced through the Purple Cloud Palace and revealed the veins beneath the vast earth.

"When the time is ripe, it will manifest in the world, perfect the cycle of heaven and earth, give all living beings a place to return to, give the souls of the dead a place to rest, and allow the energy of heaven and earth to circulate continuously, so as to lay a truly unchanging foundation for all ages."

His words were not a provocation, but a declaration, a confident statement based on his own strength and path.

He clearly pointed out the responsibilities and importance of the Earthly Way, elevating it to a level comparable to the Heavenly Way and the Primordial Sage.

Hongyun and Yinyang stood beside Zhen Yuanzi, their auras subtly connected, indicating a posture of advancing and retreating together.

Hongjun gave Zhen Yuanzi a deep look, his gaze seemingly able to pierce through all illusions.

Seeing the vast and unfathomable source of the earth within Zhen Yuanzi's body, which was closely connected to the entire primordial land, and the chaotic energy hidden within the Earth Book, which contained infinite possibilities.

He remained silent for a moment before slowly saying, "Fellow Daoist Zhen Yuanzi's foundation is so profound and his path so extraordinary that it is truly unparalleled in the primordial world."

If the underground passage can be perfected, it will indeed be of great merit to heaven and earth.

However, under the laws of Heaven, the grand scheme remains unchanged, but minor trends can be reversed. Fellow Daoist, your actions must also conform to the will of Heaven.

These words carried both a warning and a hint of tacit approval.

As long as the fundamental principles established by the Heavenly Dao are not challenged, Hongjun will not forcibly interfere with the rise of the Earthly Dao.

This is both a boundary drawn for Zhen Yuanzi and an invisible transaction.

He raised his eyebrows and watched the scene with great interest.

He transcends the Heavenly Way and is more like an observer in the struggle between the Heavenly Way and the Earthly Way.

"Haha, when the great paths clash, each has its own way."

Fellow Daoist Zhen Yuanzi, your Dao is all-encompassing and full of vitality. If you can achieve great success, you may very well be able to forge an unprecedented path of transcendence.

At that time, the primordial world will be more stable, which is a good thing.

His words conveyed a neutral stance.

Zhen Yuanzi nodded to Yang Mei in greeting, then said to Hongjun, "Fellow Daoist, rest assured, I act with discretion. Perfecting the Earthly Dao is to mend the world, not to defy Heaven."

The atmosphere inside the palace became increasingly subtle and heavy during this seemingly peaceful but actually fraught with hidden tension.

The interplay and collision of Daoist principles among the five powerful beings gave rise to various extraordinary phenomena:

Sometimes it is like the heavenly way, with strict laws and principles; sometimes it is like the ever-changing space, unpredictable; sometimes it is like the earth, heavy and bearing all things; sometimes it is like the four elements rotating, carefree and unrestrained; sometimes it is like the balance of yin and yang, generating endless possibilities.

This discussion and exchange lasted for an unknown period of time.

For them, the concept of time has long been blurred.

Until the chaos outside the palace faintly echoed the sound of the Great Dao, indicating that the official time for the third sermon at Zixiao Palace was approaching.

Hongjun raised his eyes, his gaze seemingly piercing through the palace walls, and saw the growing number of powerful beings gathering outside.

"The time is approaching, let us all return to our places. Fellow Daoist Yangmei, now that you have attained enlightenment, you may set up a futon on the platform and stand alongside me."

This is a sign of respect for Yangmei, and also a statement to establish Yangmei's status in the prehistoric world.

He raised his eyebrows and smiled freely, without refusing: "I will obey the Daoist Ancestor."

Immediately, Hongjun and Yangmei's figures blurred slightly, and the next moment they appeared on the high cloud platform.

Hongjun sat in the center, and beside him, a purple futon identical to the other six silently materialized, and Yangmei calmly sat down on it.

Zhen Yuanzi, Hongyun, and Yin Yang exchanged a glance and returned to the front of the stage, where they sat peacefully on the specially prepared prayer mats.

"when--!"

A clear and melodious bell rang out from the depths of Zixiao Palace, instantly spreading throughout the entire chaos and resonating clearly in the hearts of all the powerful beings waiting outside the palace.

The third sermon at Zixiao Palace is about to begin!

The palace gates slowly opened, and boundless auspicious light and auspicious energy burst forth.

The three thousand guests who had been waiting outside included Houtu, Jieyin, Zhunti, as well as the Three Pure Ones, Dijun, Taiyi, Kunpeng, Styx and all the top beings in the prehistoric world.

They all composed themselves, tidied their appearance, and entered in single file, filled with excitement, anticipation, and even a touch of trepidation.

When everyone saw that there was a Taoist in a blue robe standing on the high platform, alongside the Taoist Ancestor Hongjun, they were surprised to find that someone else had appeared.

And when they sensed the holy might emanating from him, which was of the same origin as but different from that of the Dao Ancestor Hongjun, an uncontrollable gasp and gasp resounded throughout the Zixiao Palace!

Yet another saint!

Immediately afterwards, everyone's gaze involuntarily turned to the three figures at the very front of the stage, whose auras were profound and who seemed to be on equal footing with the saints on the stage: Zhen Yuanzi, Hongyun, and Yin Yang.

In particular, Zhen Yuanzi's Daoist aura was perfectly harmonious, connected to the earth, and seemed to have some kind of peculiar resonance with the newly promoted Sage Yangmei, making him seem unfathomable.

Jieyin and Zhunti walked quickly to their prayer mats, their gazes sweeping over the two saints standing side by side on the platform.

Looking at the backs of Zhen Yuanzi and the other two ahead, the sense of urgency and longing in his heart was almost overflowing.

The Three Pure Ones' gazes swept over the two sages on the platform, then looked at Zhen Yuanzi. Laozi's eyes were deep, Yuanshi's expression was solemn, and Tongtian's was filled with strong fighting spirit and curiosity.

Di Jun and Tai Yi, on the other hand, are a mixture of ambition and apprehension.

All the powerful beings realized that this sermon at Zixiao Palace was destined to be different from any previous one.

From this moment on, the格局 (geju, a concept encompassing the overall structure and overall situation) of the primordial world is likely to undergo a truly earth-shattering change.

Hongjun Daozu calmly swept his gaze across the crowd below the stage, taking in all the reactions of the three thousand guests, but offered no further explanation.

His existence, along with Yang Mei's, is the best illustration of this.

"quiet."

These two simple words, yet they contained the majesty of Heaven, instantly silencing all the noise within the palace.

Inside the Zixiao Palace, there was an absolute silence; you could hear a pin drop.

All the powerful beings, including Zhen Yuanzi, Hongyun, and Yin Yang, gathered their minds and calmed their spirits, preparing to listen to this final sage's great path.

Seeing that everyone had quieted down, Hongjun slowly began to speak. His voice was not loud, but it resonated deep within the primordial spirits of every listener, expounding the wonders of the Primordial Saint and the profound mysteries of the universe: "The third sermon begins. What I will speak of today is the Way of the Primordial Saint, the mechanism of the Heavenly Dao's authority—"

The great Daoist music resounded, golden lotuses sprang from the earth, celestial maidens scattered flowers, and countless wondrous phenomena appeared.