Investiture of the Gods: Childhood Sweetheart Daji, Starting with Quasi-Saint Cultivation

After he left, Goddess Nuwa brought out the magic mirror again.

The scene in the mirror changed, revealing the royal palace of Chaoge.

King Zhou was reviewing memorials, with golden dragon phantoms swirling around him, his imperial aura soaring to the heavens.

"Di Xin... what exactly was the opportunity you received?"

The goddess Nuwa murmured to herself.

She suddenly remembered that a few months ago, the aura of the Three Emperors of Huoyun Cave had descended upon Chaoge.

"Could it be... that the Three Emperors are supporting us behind the scenes?"

If that's the case, then the variables in this great calamity of the Investiture of the Gods will be enormous.

The West, Mount Ling.

The two saints, Jieyin and Zhunti, sat facing each other, both looking rather unwell.

"The Blood Sea affair has failed," Jieyin sighed. "That old fellow Styx actually allied with Chaoge."

Zhunti frowned: "Senior brother, what about the jade talisman in Su Yunbai's hand..."

"It's alright," the guide said. "I've erased the secret message from the jade talisman, so they can't produce any evidence. However... the Blood Sea path is blocked."

"So what's next? If Xiqi is defeated, what will be the opportunity for our Western Sect to spread eastward..."

"They may not necessarily lose." A glint flashed in Jieyin's eyes. "Yuanshi is truly enraged. If the Chan Sect goes all out, Chaoge may not be able to withstand it."

He paused.

"However, we cannot rely entirely on the Chan Sect. Zhunti, you should go to the North Sea yourself."

Zhunti was taken aback: "The North Sea? Isn't that...?"

"The Demon Master Kunpeng resides at the Eye of the North Sea," the guide said. "He fled here after the Lich War and has been lying low ever since. If we could persuade him to leave the mountain..."

Zhunti's eyes lit up.

"Kunpeng is an ancient demon master, whose cultivation is unfathomable. With his assistance, what is there to fear in Chaoge?"

"Indeed," the guide said. "However, Kunpeng is inherently suspicious, so you must bring sufficient sincerity."

"What sincerity?"

He turned his hand over, and a golden lotus seed appeared in his palm.

Within the lotus seed, a faint Buddhist light flowed, and there was even a trace of... the aura of the Heavenly Dao!

"These are... the lotus seeds of the Golden Lotus of Merit?" Zhunti exclaimed in shock.

"Indeed," the guide said. "This lotus seed contains the merits of the Heavenly Dao, which will greatly benefit Kunpeng in repairing his old injuries and breaking through his cultivation realm. If we offer it as a gift, he will surely be moved."

Zhunti accepted the lotus seeds.

"Don't worry, senior brother, I will definitely persuade Kunpeng."

"Go. Remember, this must be kept secret; do not let Yuanshi find out."

"clear."

Zhunti transformed into golden light and vanished into the void.

Jieyin sat alone on the lotus platform, gazing eastward.

"Su Yunbai...you've ruined my plans time and time again. Let's see how you handle it when the Kunpeng is born."

Chaoge, General's Mansion.

Su Yunbai suddenly felt something and looked westward.

"What's wrong?" Yunxiao asked.

She has been visiting the general's mansion frequently these past few days, sometimes bringing him snacks, and sometimes simply keeping him company while he handles military affairs.

Although the two did not explicitly state it, their relationship was already an unspoken understanding.

"I feel... that a saint is plotting against me." Su Yunbai frowned.

Upon hearing this, Yunxiao calculated with his fingers.

A moment later, her expression changed slightly.

"The celestial secrets are in chaos, but there are indeed several holy thoughts converging in the direction of Chaoge."

She looked at Su Yunbai, worry appearing in her eyes.

"The matter of the Blood Sea has likely angered certain beings."

Su Yunbai took her hand.

"When soldiers come, generals will block them; when water comes, earth will dam it. Even a sage, though powerful, cannot arbitrarily interfere in human affairs, or he will surely suffer the backlash of Heaven."

"That's true..." Yunxiao sighed softly, "The methods of a sage are impossible to guard against."

"Then we'll deal with whatever comes our way," Su Yunbai said with a smile. "I have you, I have Bixiao, I have all my fellow Daoists, and I also have His Majesty and Grand Tutor Wen... We are not fighting alone."

Yunxiao felt a warmth in her heart.

Yes, they are not one person.

"General," she suddenly said seriously, "if the Sage really attacks you... I will stand by your side."

Su Yunbai was shaken.

This statement carries immense weight.

This means that Yunxiao is willing to go against his sect and even against the saints for him!

"Clouds..."

"No need to say more." Yunxiao shook his head. "Bixiao chose you, and so did I."

Her cheeks were slightly flushed, but her gaze was firm.

"I have cultivated the art of music for a thousand years, yet I have never found a kindred spirit. Until I met you, I finally understood what 'emotional resonance' truly means. If it is to cherish this kindred spirit, what does it matter if I defy the heavens?"

Su Yunbai held her hand tightly.

"With your words, I have no regrets in this life."

The two looked at each other, their feelings flowing.

Just then—

[Ding! Multiple malicious locks at the Saint level detected!]

[Warning: The host has been marked by the Primordial Celestial Venerable and the Guide Daoist!]

[Warning: Daoist Zhunti has left Mount Ling, his destination is suspected to be the North Sea!]

[Warning: The goddess Nuwa's attitude is ambiguous; she has not yet stated her position!]

System notification sounds rang out one after another!

Su Yunbai's expression hardened.

Sure enough, the sage began to move.

"Yunxiao, return to the Three Immortal Islands immediately and reunite with Bixiao and Qiongxiao. Do not go out easily in the coming days."

"And what about you?"

"Me?" A fierce glint flashed in Su Yunbai's eyes. "I'm going to... Sishui Pass."

"You're going to personally lead the army?!"

"Yes." Su Yunbai nodded. "The Xiqi army is pressing in, Jiang Ziya is in charge, and the Golden Immortals of the Chan Sect will definitely take action. This battle concerns the survival of Chaoge, and I must go."

Yunxiao gritted his teeth.

"I will go with you."

"No!" Su Yunbai refused decisively. "You stay in Chaoge and protect Daji and the others. The front lines are dangerous; if you go, I will inevitably be distracted."

Before Yunxiao could say anything more, Su Yunbai had already pulled her into his arms.

"Listen to me. Only when you're in the rear can I fight on the front lines with peace of mind."

Yunxiao leaned against his chest, listening to his strong heartbeat, and finally nodded.

"Okay... I'll wait for you to come back."

"must."

Su Yunbai released her and turned to walk out of the courtyard.

The Iron-Blooded Army has assembled at the training ground.

Three thousand soldiers stood solemnly, their killing intent soaring to the sky.

Su Yunbai stepped onto the reviewing stand and glanced at the crowd.

"Brothers."

He spoke, and his voice echoed throughout the training ground.

"The rebel army of Xiqi has reached Sishui Pass. Behind them are the immortals of the Chan Sect, the destiny of Heaven, and the so-called 'prosperity of the Western Zhou Dynasty'."

"But I want to ask you—"

He clenched his fist, and his voice suddenly rose!

"Do our soldiers of the Great Shang Dynasty truly believe in destiny?!"

I don't believe it!!!

Three thousand people roared in unison, their voices shaking the heavens!

"Are you, the people of the Great Shang Dynasty, willing to be slaves?!"

"No way!!!"

"Then follow me—"

Su Yunbai drew his long sword from his waist and pointed it straight west!

"Horses trample the Si River, swords point towards Xiqi!"

"Slay immortals and kill gods, for the sake of humanity—fight your way to survival!"

"Kill! Kill! Kill!!!"

A fierce roar, a battle intent soaring to the heavens!

Su Yunbai mounted his horse and took the lead.

Three thousand iron cavalry followed closely behind, surging out of Chaoge like a torrent, heading straight for Sishui Pass!

Yunxiao stood on the city wall, watching his departing figure.

In his hand, the Nine Heavens Jade Pendant Qin trembled slightly.

She suddenly plucked the strings of the piano.

The sound of the zither transformed into a beam of clear light, chasing after Su Yunbai and entering his body.

That was a protective talisman she formed with her innate musical notes—capable of withstanding a strike from a quasi-saint!

"You must... come back safely."

She murmured softly.

at the same time.

Kunlun Mountain, Yuxu Palace.

Yuanshi Tianzun suddenly opened his eyes and looked in the direction of Sishui Pass.

"Su Yunbai...you've finally left Chaoge."

A cold smile crept across his lips.

"Taiyi, proceed according to plan."

A response came from the void from the immortal Taiyi:

"Your disciple obeys."

Outside Sishui Pass, at the Xiqi camp.

Upon receiving the message, Jiang Ziya's eyes flashed with a sharp light.

"Pass down the order: tomorrow... attack the city!"

Eye of the North Sea.

Zhunti Daoist revealed himself, gazing down into the bottomless dark abyss.

"Fellow Daoist Kunpeng, an old friend has come to visit. Why don't you come out and greet him?"

From the depths of the abyss came an ancient and poignant sigh.

"Zhunti...you still dare to come see me?"

Before the words were finished, a dark shadow that blotted out the sky slowly rose from the abyss...