Primordial Era: I am the chief disciple of the Three Pure Ones, the gatekeeper of the Great Dao.

Chapter 18 Red flowers, white lotus roots, and green lotus leaves—the Three Pure Ones were originally one family!

"Third brother, I think you're really asking for a beating?!"

Yuanshi Tianzun frowned slightly, somewhat displeased.

Duobao has an extremely high talent for weapon crafting, despite his slightly inferior background.

However, his comprehension and Daoist aspirations are both of the highest quality, making him a truly rare talent.

It would be a wonderful thing to inherit his craftsmanship.

"You were just criticizing Duobao's background?"

"Now, it seems like I'm the one being unreasonable?"

"Haha, it seems that Second Brother already had a plan in mind."

Upon hearing this, the Tongtian Sect Leader couldn't help but joke.

The thoughts in Yuanshi Tianzun's mind were revealed in a single sentence, leaving him speechless.

At this moment, Taiqing Laozi slowly spoke, "Second brother, why not put aside your prejudices?"

"All living beings in heaven and earth have their own destiny and path."

"If we judge people solely by their birth, how can we demonstrate the virtue of the sages who guide and educate all beings?"

"Go, that child needs your help. With his current strength, he is not capable of refining a top-grade acquired spiritual treasure."

Under the persuasion of Laozi, Yuanshi Tianzun put aside his prejudices.

"Excellent!"

Yuanshi Tianzun nodded in agreement and then disappeared from Taiqing Palace.

Meanwhile, Cang Xuan, who was watching Duobao refine his weapon, smiled.

"As expected, seeing Duobao's talent for weapon crafting, Master Yuanshi was still tempted."

A moment later, the Primordial Celestial Venerable appeared solemnly atop the immortal mountain.

"Disciple Cangxuan greets Master!"

Cang Xuan stepped forward and bowed.

"You unworthy disciple, knowing full well that your master cares little for beings born after birth, you still presumptuously taught Duobao the art of weapon forging. Do you know your crime?"

Yuanshi Tianzun deliberately kept a straight face and turned his head away.

As the true descendant of Pangu, he was extremely concerned about his reputation.

If others find out that he lowered his standards for choosing disciples in order to pass on the art of weapon crafting, he will be in trouble.

Wouldn't people then see me as a fickle person?

Upon hearing this, Cang Xuan smiled and said:

"Master, you should not only not blame your disciple, but also thank him for finding such a fine disciple for you."

"Besides, it can also ease the tension between you and Master Tongtian!"

Upon hearing this, Yuanshi Tianzun showed a look of doubt on his face.

He was naturally very satisfied with his excellent disciple, Duobao.

But what does Cang Xuan mean by easing tensions between himself and his third brother?

"What makes you say that?"

Yuanshi Tianzun became serious and gestured for Cangxuan to explain in detail.

"Master, you have always looked down on those creatures that are born from moisture and eggs, and that are covered in fur and horns."

"But Master Tongtian upholds the principle of teaching without discrimination, and will surely accept beings born after birth as his disciples."

"If this continues, you and Master Tongtian will definitely develop a rift."

"At that time, it will inevitably affect the friendship between the disciples of the two sects, and may even trigger a conflict between fellow disciples."

"What will Master and Master Tongtian do then?"

"Ultimately, it's highly likely that the Three Pure Ones will separate!"

The moment the words left his mouth, the sky suddenly changed, blood-red light filled the sky, and chaotic divine thunder roared incessantly.

"It seems that I have revealed a heavenly secret, thus incurring the displeasure of the Heavenly Dao."

Cang Xuan sneered, staring straight at Yuanshi Tianzun.

"Disperse!"

The Primordial Celestial Venerable's expression was solemn as he suddenly swung the Pangu Banner, sending it soaring into the sky.

The heavens and earth trembled, and then the cataclysmic calamity quietly dissipated.

The aura of the Primordial Celestial Venerable also weakened somewhat.

"Red flowers, white lotus roots, and green lotus leaves—the Three Pure Ones were originally one family!"

The Primordial Celestial Venerable muttered to himself.

Suddenly, he swayed, blood trickled from the corner of his mouth, and his face turned ashen.

"Heavenly Law, how cruel you are!"

In order to uncover the truth behind it, Yuanshi Tianzun did not hesitate to use the Jade Purity Origin and unleash the Three Pure Ones' Taoist magic.

"Master, are you alright?"

Upon seeing this, Cang Xuan was greatly alarmed and quickly stepped forward to support Yuanshi Tianzun.

"Second brother (second elder brother)!"

Almost at the same moment, two anxious voices came.

Taiqing Laozi and Tongtian Jiaozhu suddenly appeared on the summit of the immortal mountain.

Without saying a word, they each activated their saintly power to alleviate his injuries.

"It's alright."

The Primordial Celestial Venerable turned his gaze to the Supreme Pure One Laozi and the Tongtian Sect Master, his eyes flashing with complex emotions.

It seemed as if she had a thousand words to say, and her eyes couldn't help but redden slightly.

"As long as we, the Three Pure Ones, join hands, there is no difficulty we cannot overcome!"

"From this day forward, I, the Primordial One, will abandon my prejudices and no longer hold biases against beings born after this world."

"We will never again allow personal prejudices to damage the friendship among the Three Pure Ones."

Both Taiqing Laozi and Tongtian Jiaozhu were taken aback upon hearing this.

They had been keeping a close eye on the situation here when they suddenly sensed an impending calamity.

Then, the Primordial Celestial Venerable unleashed the Pangu Banner, colliding head-on with the Heavenly Dao.

"Master Yuanshi, your earnest expression is making this disciple a little uncomfortable."

Cang Xuan spoke up at the right moment, breaking the awkward atmosphere.

"Now that we have glimpsed a sliver of the secret, we should proceed with caution from now on."

"The most urgent matter is still the matter of Duobao refining the Xuan Tian Jade Screen."

Upon hearing this, Yuanshi Tianzun came to his senses.

Currently, there is no conflict between the Chan Sect and the Jie Sect. As long as the two sects avoid fighting each other, they can break free from the general trend of Heaven.

"You unfilial disciple, you're becoming more and more unruly, even daring to ridicule your master!"

Yuanshi Tianzun feigned anger and rebuked him.

Then, he walked behind Duobao, intending to lend him a hand.

The eyes of the Primordial Celestial Venerable shone brightly, and the Great Dao talismans and scriptures appeared in the sky.

"Duobao, with your abilities, it's truly remarkable that you've come this far on your own!"

"Let me assist you in completing the final refinement of the Mysterious Jade Screen!"

Having said that, he waved his hand and murmured, "Refine the Three Thousand Great Daos, Evolution!"

As the incantation was activated, the Great Dao runes seemed to come alive, all disappearing into the Primordial Yin-Yang Furnace.

With the help of the Great Dao Runes, the acquired restrictions are rapidly improved, and the flaws of the spiritual treasure are gradually being corrected.

Seeing this, Taiqing Laozi stroked his long beard and exclaimed in praise:

"My second brother's weapon-forging skills are truly unparalleled!"

"Unfortunately, in the primordial world, to make an acquired spiritual treasure defy its innate nature is tantamount to defying fate."

Innate spiritual treasures, especially top-grade innate spiritual treasures, are extremely rare in the primordial world.

Each piece contains boundless good fortune and blessings.

Upon hearing this, Cang Xuan smiled, a strange glint flashing in his eyes.

"Master Taiqing, you are mistaken."

"I have heard that the Qiankun Cauldron in the hands of my aunt Nuwa possesses the ability to reverse the innate state."

"If we can get our hands on the Qiankun Cauldron, our Xuanmen will have a continuous supply of innate spiritual treasures."

"You brat, you even dare to covet the magical treasure of your junior sister Nuwa."

Taiqing Laozi laughed and cursed, then shook his head helplessly.

"We'll discuss this later; your Primordial Master is about to complete the ritual."

Cang Xuan turned to look at Yuanshi Tianzun and Duobao.

Above the horizon, auspicious clouds filled the sky, displaying auspicious colors, accompanied by melodious celestial music.

On the Xuan Tian Jade Screen, mysterious and unfathomable runes surrounded, containing supreme Daoist charm.

With the help of the Primordial Celestial Venerable, the Xuan Tian Yu Ping finally completed its transformation.

It slowly rose from the Hunyuan Liangyi Furnace, hovering in the void, radiating divine light.

(End of this chapter)