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

Chapter 5 The Eight Trigrams Purple Gold Furnace Shocks the Three Pure Ones!

The atmosphere inside Taiqing Palace was solemn and dignified.

Xuandu knelt in the main hall, his heart surging with emotions, unable to calm his shock.

The eldest brother was able to gain the trust of the Supreme Sage with just a few words.

Just as Xuandu was shocked.

On the cloud platform, Taiqing Laozi lightly waved his sleeve, and a stream of magical power slowly lifted him up.

"Xuan Du, from this day forward, you will be the second personally taught disciple of my Human Sect."

"You still need to share more of the burden of teaching people."

The voice of Laozi echoed leisurely in the main hall.

Then, he revealed a warm smile, flicked his fingertips, and injected a beam of profound light into Xuan Du's primordial spirit.

At the same time, an alchemy furnace appeared out of thin air in the center of the main hall. It was ancient in shape and its body was about ten feet tall.

Surrounded by Bagua runes, it exudes a profound and unfathomable Daoist charm.

The purple-gold light on the furnace flowed endlessly, as if it could refine all things in heaven and earth.

It was that top-grade innate spiritual treasure, the Eight Trigrams Purple Gold Furnace.

Such innate spiritual treasures are extremely rare, even in the primordial world.

However, for Laozi, who possessed the Taiji Diagram and the Xuanhuang Pagoda, it was insignificant.

With a wave of his hand, the Eight Trigrams Purple Gold Furnace floated towards Xuandu and landed steadily in front of him.

"Master Taiqing, you are truly generous!"

Seeing this, Cang Xuan stepped forward and exclaimed in admiration.

"This Eight Trigrams Purple Gold Furnace is a spiritual treasure that the Dao Ancestor obtained on the Treasure Distribution Cliff when he gave his third sermon at Zixiao Palace."

"Now that Master has bestowed it upon Junior Brother Xuandu, it is evident that you have high hopes for him."

Cang Xuan knew that with his previous aptitude, he would not have been able to become the chief disciple of the Three Pure Ones.

Therefore, he often lavished praise on the Three Pure Ones.

Even though the Three Pure Ones are all cunning old foxes who have seen the world, Cangxuan's well-timed words always manage to hit the nail on the head.

"Haha, you're the best at talking!"

Taiqing Laozi laughed and scolded, but there was a hint of joy in his voice.

"You have cultivated with my two brothers for tens of thousands of years. In terms of perseverance and foundation, you far surpass many innate gods."

"When the time is right, we will find you a supreme innate treasure to serve as your natal magic weapon."

In the hearts of the Three Pure Ones, even the finest innate spiritual treasures were no longer worthy of their eldest disciple.

Taiqing Laozi had already made arrangements, waiting only for the right time.

He then took out the two treasures and bestowed them upon Cangxuan.

Upon hearing this, Cang Xuan smiled slightly and said:

"My achievements today are all thanks to the generous teachings and invaluable guidance of my three masters."

"Besides, I already have enough spiritual treasures."

The next moment, a burst of golden light suddenly shone brightly inside the Taiqing Palace.

Cang Xuan stretched out his right hand, and an ancient ruler appeared in his palm.

The originally chaotic airflow seemed to be guided by something and became orderly.

"This is the Primordial Measuring Ruler!"

Upon seeing this, Taiqing Laozi couldn't help but exclaim in shock, his eyes filled with disbelief.

He suddenly stood up, his body swayed slightly, and he almost slipped off the platform.

Just then.

The Heaven and Earth Xuanhuang Exquisite Pagoda within Taiqing Laozi's body flew out and floated in the air together with the Hongmeng Measuring Ruler.

The two treasures, imbued with acquired merit, attracted each other, radiating auspicious energy.

"It truly is the Primordial Measuring Ruler!"

Taiqing Laozi took a deep breath to calm the turmoil in his heart, his eyes flashing with complex emotions.

A smile appeared on Cang Xuan's lips:

"Not long ago, I broke through to the Great Luo Golden Immortal realm, and this treasure of merit inexplicably appeared in my primordial spirit."

He did not explain the origin of the Hongmeng Measuring Ruler, only saying that it appeared out of nowhere.

As for whether the Three Pure Ones believed this explanation, Cangxuan didn't care.

The Three Pure Ones taught him the techniques and often preached to him.

He will always remember this kindness.

Back then, when he first transmigrated to the prehistoric world, he was only a small part of the Kunlun Mountain ley line.

It was also because of the teachings of the Three Pure Ones that he was able to take human form and attain immortality.

At this moment, Cangxuan revealed the Primordial Measuring Ruler.

The intention was to prepare the Three Pure Ones mentally, so as to avoid catching them off guard by even greater surprises in the future.

Tongtian gazed at the Primordial Measuring Ruler, a hint of regret flashing in his eyes, and chuckled softly:

"Brother, you look like you've never seen the world before."

"It's a pity it's not a sword."

"Otherwise, I will shamelessly ask Cangxuan's disciple for a chance to use it."

He shook his head, showing no interest in the Primordial Measuring Ruler; his mind was only on the sword.

"Cangxuan, the Primordial Measuring Ruler can suppress destiny, regulate the laws of heaven and earth, and kill without incurring karmic consequences."

"This item is destined for you, but even though it is a treasure, do not let external things cloud your mind and cause you to lose your original intention of seeking the Tao."

The Primordial Celestial Venerable's gaze was profound, and he spoke with deep sincerity.

After saying that, he waved his sleeve lightly, signaling the two to step back.

"Years ago, I could see through Cangxuan's fate, but now, he is shrouded in layers of mystery, making him difficult to understand."

After Cangxuan and Xuandu left, Yuanshi Tianzun turned to Taiqing Laozi and Tongtian Jiaozhu and said.

After a moment's hesitation, he continued:

"I think this Primordial Measuring Ruler might just be the beginning. The opportunities in Cangxuan are far beyond our imagination."

"Even the Dao Ancestor Hongjun has never given me such an elusive feeling."

Upon hearing this, Laozi remained calm and composed, and slowly said:

"No matter how Cangxuan's fate changes, he will always be our disciple."

"If he is truly a person of great fortune, perhaps he can help the three of us, and even the Dao Ancestor Hongjun, to transcend the Heavenly Dao."

"My way is non-action, my second brother follows the way of Heaven, and my third brother advocates education for all."

"And who can say for sure that these aren't the inevitable trends of Heaven?"

Taiqing Laozi gazed at the horizon, his eyes filled with profound longing.

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Inside the Taiqing Palace, melodious celestial music filled the air, and the figures of the Three Pure Ones appeared and disappeared amidst the wisps of clouds and mist.

Although they have attained enlightenment and become saints, there is always an invisible shackle binding them in their hearts.

And Cangxuan is very likely the key to their breaking free from their constraints.

"Brother is absolutely right!"

A smile appeared on the face of the Tongtian Sect Leader, and his eyes sparkled with anticipation.

"Right now, we may be bound by the laws of nature, but the future is full of infinite possibilities; who can predict it in advance?"

He paused, then continued, "Let's observe and see what happens, and let Cangxuan go and make his own way!"

Tongtian founded the Jie Sect and personally set up the Zhuxian Sword Formation to suppress the sect's fortune.

This move stemmed from his true feelings, but also contained some unspeakable considerations.

As the embodiment of Pangu's primordial spirit, how could Shangqing Lingbao Tianzun not understand the murderous nature of the Zhuxian Sword Formation?

How could they not know that the Immortal Slaughtering Sword Formation is more suitable for killing than for suppressing destiny?

If that were the case, then Tongtian would be unworthy of being the true descendant of Pangu.

"That's excellent!"

Taiqing Laozi nodded slightly, then slowly closed his eyes, immersing himself in the enlightenment of the Great Dao.

"I really look forward to seeing what kind of commotion Cangxuan will cause in the primordial world."

As the words fell silent, the Taiqing Palace fell silent once more.

But beneath the calm surface, undercurrents were surging.

The grand scheme of things in the primordial world quietly changed because of the appearance of Cangxuan.

(End of this chapter)