The Primordial Era: Starting from Being Forced to Become an Apprentice of the Three Pure Ones

Zhen Yuanzi, holding the Earth Book, did not yield an inch to the underground passage:

"Fellow Daoist, this item is destined for me. Would you be willing to part with it? I will remember this cause and effect."

"This cliff holds great value for my disciple. Fellow Daoist, you are of high virtue and prestige; surely you wouldn't compete with a junior for this opportunity?"

Taiqing and Yuanshi exchanged a glance, then silently took a step forward, standing shoulder to shoulder with Tongtian.

Beside Zhen Yuanzi, Hongyun's expression shifted, and a faint cloud of energy surged around her, as if she were about to make a move.

As Taibai gazed at the confrontation between the powerful beings that had arisen from his words, he was filled with mixed emotions.

However, this sigh was not out of concern for the protection shown by teachers and elders.

Instead, it was Hongyun who, in order to help his close friend Zhen Yuanzi, did not hesitate to offend his three teachers.

Seeing the tension between the two sides, Taibai suddenly stepped forward and stood firmly between them.

In fact, he had no ill feelings towards Zhen Yuanzi and Hongyun at all; on the contrary, he admired them quite a bit.

The vast and boundless wilderness is teeming with so-called "fellow travelers" who are blinded by self-interest and turn against each other in times of trouble.

It is truly precious to have such a selfless and trusting friendship.

His sudden action caused Zhen Yuanzi's gaze to narrow slightly, and a hint of surprise also flashed in the eyes of the Three Pure Ones.

Taibai turned to his three teachers, his expression calm, and bowed respectfully.

"Alas, three teachers, this disciple does not wish for this treasure. I will give it to Senior Zhen Yuanzi."

Upon hearing this, the three Pure Ones' expressions darkened slightly, clearly displeased with Taibai's actions.

They were already prepared to help their disciple; if they gave up halfway, wouldn't they become a laughingstock?

"I know my teacher's heart is protective, but I cannot bear to cause my teacher any further trouble because of my own selfishness."

Moreover, a battle between five powerful figures would surely disturb our Grandmaster. If I, as a disciple, displease him, I would be condemned to death!

Taibai's voice was sincere, his eyes filled with deep affection. At this point, he took a half-step back and bowed deeply towards the Three Pure Ones.

"Therefore, I voluntarily relinquish this connection to the cliff. I earnestly request that the three teachers cease their involvement."

Upon hearing this, the slight somber expression on Sanqing's face vanished instantly.

The slight displeasure he felt earlier due to his disciple's "cowardice" had completely turned into relief.

The three teachers felt a surge of satisfaction: With such disciples, what more could they ask for?

After witnessing Taibai's understanding and righteousness, Zhen Yuanzi and Hongyun's goodwill towards him also increased dramatically.

"Alas, so be it. Since I have yielded in vain, let this cliff remain."

Seeing that his beloved disciple was so considerate of the overall situation, Tongtian thought for a moment and then agreed directly.

Zhen Yuanzi and Hongyun bowed solemnly in the direction of the Three Pure Ones.

Then, Zhen Yuanzi finally spoke:

"Many thanks to the three fellow Daoists and young friend Taibai for making this possible. I will remember this cause and effect in my heart."

"If you are interested in the Great Dao of Earth, young friend, you are welcome to come to my Wuzhuang Temple to sit and discuss the Dao when you have time in the future."

"Your Taoist arts are profound, and to receive your guidance is an immense opportunity. I will certainly visit you in the future."

After Taibai finished speaking his last words, the Three Pure Ones said no more.

As the Daoist energy flowed, it carried Taibai and transformed into three streaks of light, flying towards Kunlun Mountain.

Zhen Yuanzi gazed in the direction where the Three Pure Ones had departed, and sighed to Hongyun beside him:

"This child is not arrogant despite being favored, has a righteous character, and is blessed with good fortune. He is truly a virtuous immortal."

"What you say is very true, fellow Daoist. Such a disciple is hard to find in the primordial world; he is truly enviable."

……

Before long, the Three Pure Ones, along with Venus, returned to Kunlun and landed directly in the Venus Palace.

However, as soon as he landed, Taiqing Laozi sat quietly on his cloud bed with his eyelids lowered.

Yuanshi stood with his hands behind his back by the window, gazing silently at the distant sea of ​​clouds;

Although Tongtian was still standing, a rare look of gloom appeared between his brows.

The three of them were calm and composed, and a solemn atmosphere permeated the hall.

Taibai immediately noticed the unusual silence.

He stepped forward, bowed to the three division commanders, and asked softly:

"May I ask, teacher, what troubles you? Why do you look so worried?"

When the Three Pure Ones heard Taibai's question, their eyes met, as if they were communicating silently.

After a moment, a rare hint of regret appeared on Tongtian's usually sharp face, and he sighed:

"Alas, the Five Banners belong to the Five Elements. If they can be gathered together, they can not only help you comprehend the laws of the Five Elements and balance the origin of Geng Metal, but also set up the Innate Five Elements Grand Array, which is unparalleled in defense."

With your aptitude and temperament, if you can use this treasure to comprehend the Five Elements and achieve a complete understanding of them, you may very well be able to walk the path of enlightenment through the laws in the future.

However, we could not find the other three flags, and even after jointly deducing the secrets of heaven, we could not find the slightest clue.

After hearing Tongtian's explanation, Taibai fell into deep thought.

According to his memory, the Flame Banner should have been in the hands of Taiqing, while the Wuji Apricot Yellow Banner belonged to Yuanshi.

But now that even the Three Pure Ones have personally admitted that they cannot find these two banners, there can only be one truth:

The trajectory of these three flags has been completely disrupted, and they may never have even "appeared" in the prize pool.

After pondering for a moment, Taibai finally shook his head, suppressing these chaotic thoughts for the time being.

Since even the Three Pure Ones couldn't deduce it, then his efforts as a Golden Immortal were in vain.

Opportunities are not something that can be forced, especially since the underlying issues are complex and unpredictable.

Instead of getting bogged down in unsolvable mysteries, let's focus on the present and make good use of the spiritual treasures we have now.

Thinking of this, Taibai simply smiled calmly, appearing nonchalant, and said:

"The Tao follows nature; it is best to go with the flow. If that flag is destined for me, we will meet again someday."

If there is no affinity, then in this vast world, what else could help a disciple balance their origins besides that flag?

The true meaning of the laws contained within spiritual treasures, spiritual roots, and even a single blade of grass or tree can all be comprehended.

He paused slightly, his right hand stroking his chin, and continued with clear eyes:

"As for proving the Dao through the laws, although the Grandmaster said that the laws of the primordial world were flawed and the path ahead was blocked."

But the Great Dao is fifty, the Heavenly Cycle is forty-nine, and one is lost. In all things, there is always a glimmer of hope.

"I am a disciple of the Three Pure Ones, possessing great fortune. Perhaps one day, with the right circumstances, I will be able to attain the Saintly rank of the Law."

These words, at first glance, seem casual and unassuming, but upon closer examination, they subtly align with the profound principle of non-action in the realm of primordial tranquility.

The middle section calmly faces gains and losses, not being attached to material things, which subtly aligns with the original concept of adhering to the Way of Heaven.

The final, uplifting belief in "a glimmer of hope" deeply resonates with the concept of "intercepting the Way of Heaven" in Tongtian.

These words were like a gentle breeze to the ears of the Three Pure Ones.

But how could they not know that this disciple was using his own profound understanding to comfort his teachers?

"These are the twenty-four Sea-Stabilizing Pearls, containing the laws of water and the laws of spacetime."

"This is the Fire Spirit Pearl, a mid-grade innate spiritual treasure, containing the innate laws of fire."

"This is the Wind and Fire Futon, a top-grade innate spiritual treasure. It contains the profound meanings of the two great Daos: wind and fire."

After taking out the three spiritual treasures, Tongtian, Yuanshi, and Taiqing sent them all to the secret treasure vault behind Taibai Cloud Bed.

"My disciple, these spiritual treasures all contain the laws of the five elements. You should cultivate quietly in the palace."

If you ever descend the mountain to gain experience, be sure to remember to stay away from the witch and demon races.

The karma between these two races is beyond your current control; we must first comprehend the mysteries of the Primordial Purple Qi.

After Taiqing finished speaking, the figures of the Three Pure Ones vanished from reality into nothingness and disappeared into the Taibai Palace.