Primordial Era: I am a treasure trove, full of magical treasures.

Chapter 101 Proposing Marriage by the Moon Star

After Fuxi agreed to the marriage proposal, Nuwa and Xuanbao began preparations to travel to Taiyin Star to formally propose marriage. Meanwhile, on Taiyin Star, the sisters Xihe and Changxi were having a conversation about the future.

Beneath the laurel tree, the moonlight shone down, and Xihe gently stroked the snow-white fur of the Jade Rabbit of the Moon, her expression thoughtful. Changxi leaned against the trunk of the laurel tree, a strand of silver hair twirling between her fingers.

"Sister, how credible do you think what Junior Nephew Xuanbao said is?" Chang Xi broke the silence first.

Xihe looked up at the endless starry sky and slowly said, "Xuanbao is the chief disciple of the Three Pure Ones, and his character is upright, so he would not speak recklessly. Moreover, the meaning of the Three Pure Ones and Nuwa that he relayed should be true."

"Then... what about Fellow Daoist Fuxi?" Changxi pressed. "I still remember his demeanor when he listened to the Dao at Zixiao Palace. When discussing the Dao, he never argued with anyone, yet his insights were always unique and profound."

Xihe nodded: "Indeed. At that time, most of the three thousand mortals were sharp and ambitious, but Fellow Daoist Fuxi was gentle and refined, yet still had integrity." She paused, "But marriage is ultimately a matter of one's life path."

Chang Xi sat down next to Xi He and said softly, "Sister, we have cultivated on Taiyin Star for countless years. Although it is peaceful and carefree, it is also lonely. If we can find a companion to study the principles of Yin and Yang together, perhaps it can truly help us break through our current bottleneck, just as my junior brother Xuan Bao said."

Xihe was silent for a moment, then said, "What I'm worried about is not Fellow Daoist Fuxi's character and cultivation, but the cause and effect behind this 'Heavenly Marriage.' Emperor Jun's Heavenly Court is currently at its zenith. If we form a bond with Fuxi, wouldn't we be offending the current Heavenly Court?"

Chang Xi frowned upon hearing this: "That is indeed a problem. The Heavenly Court of the Demon Race is powerful, and both Di Jun and Donghuang Taiyi are quasi-saints with countless demon saints under their command. If we incur the wrath of the Heavenly Court because of this..."

Before the words were finished, a clear, melodious female voice came from outside the Moon Star: "Are my two sisters Xihe and Changxi here? Nuwa has come to visit."

The two sisters exchanged a glance, and Xihe stood up and said, "The Holy Nuwa has come in person, please come in quickly."

Outside the Taiyin Star, Nuwa, dressed in a plain white gown, held a red embroidered ball, followed by Xuanbao. The moonlight, like water, shone upon her, making her appear even more holy and solemn.

Upon entering the Moon Palace, both sides exchanged greetings and took their seats. Nuwa got straight to the point: "My two sisters, I have come today to propose marriage for my brother, Fuxi."

Chang Xi smiled, pursing her lips: "Sister is quite direct."

Nuwa said solemnly, "Marriage should be a matter of openness and honesty. My two sisters already knew my elder brother Fuxi's character when we were in Zixiao Palace. He is now spreading the teachings among the human race, educating all people, and his merits are increasing day by day. I, as a sage, guarantee that he is by no means a frivolous person."

Xihe pondered for a moment and said, "We sisters appreciate your sincerity, sister. However, we have a few doubts and hope you can enlighten us."

"Please speak, sister."

"Firstly, the Heavenly Marriage should have been Di Jun's destiny, but now it has been transferred to Fellow Daoist Fuxi. Will the Heavenly Dao bring about a backlash? Secondly, if we are bound to Fellow Daoist Fuxi, how will my sister and I deal with our relationship with the Heavenly Court of the Demon Clan? Thirdly," Xihe paused, "while my sister's red embroidered ball is a precious treasure for marriage, would forcibly arranging the union go against our true intentions?"

Nuwa smiled slightly upon hearing this: "My sister is thoughtful and considerate, truly worthy of being the Lord of Taiyin. I can answer these three questions one by one."

"First, although the opportunity of a heavenly marriage is evident to Di Jun, his death is not certain. The Heavenly Dao is fifty, and one escapes it; there is always a glimmer of hope for everything."

"Secondly, as for the matter of the Heavenly Court of the Demon Clan, my sister need not worry too much. Emperor Jun is ambitious and wants to use the Heavenly Marriage to forcibly unite the Sun and the Moon in order to establish the Demon Clan's eternal foundation."

However, my elder brother has long since left the demon race and is focused on his own path, having no connection with the Heavenly Court. Furthermore, my senior brother, the Three Pure Ones, has promised that if the Heavenly Court makes things difficult for the Taiyin Star because of this, Kunlun will certainly lend a hand.

"Third," Nuwa held up the red embroidered ball in her hand, its red light swirling, "this precious treasure of marriage will only draw those destined to be together. Without true feelings, the red embroidered ball cannot tie the knot. I observe that my sister and my brother are indeed destined for each other."

Xihe and Changxi exchanged a glance, both seeing the interest in each other's eyes.

"What you say, sister, is absolutely right." Chang Xi sighed softly and looked at Xi He. "I... think Fellow Daoist Fuxi is very kind."

Xihe remained silent for a long time before finally nodding slowly: "In that case, my sister and I wish to meet Fellow Daoist Fuxi and discuss the Great Dao together. If we are truly compatible in temperament and on the same path, then this marriage... we will accept it."

Nuwa smiled, and the red embroidered ball shone brightly. A faint red thread floated out from the ball, one end disappearing into the void, while the other end split into two strands, gently drifting towards Xihe and Changxi's wrists, circling them lightly before vanishing.

"Good! This is a sign of a match made in heaven." Nuwa put away the red embroidered ball. "I will now send a message to my brother and ask him to come to Taiyin Star to meet my two younger sisters."

When the news reached the human tribe, Fuxi was stunned for a long time.

He divined the secrets of heaven and saw that in a hazy red light, two beams of cold moonlight slowly intertwined with his own human destiny, a scene of yin and yang complementing each other and enhancing each other. The ominous premonition had long since dissipated, replaced by an unprecedented clarity.

"Very well, it is both the will of Heaven and the will of the people." Fuxi stood up, said a few words to the elders of the human race beside him, and then rode on auspicious clouds toward the Taiyin Star.

On the moon, the fragrance of osmanthus fills the air.

When Fuxi arrived, Nuwa and Xuanbao had already made an excuse to leave. After all, Xuanbao didn't like being shown dog food in front of others, leaving only Xihe and Changxi waiting in front of the Guanghan Palace. The three of them met for the first time and didn't know how to start a conversation.

It was Fuxi who broke the silence first, bowing and saying, "My two fellow Daoists, it has been a long time. Tens of thousands of years have passed since we parted at Zixiao Palace."

Xihe returned the greeting, her gaze falling on Fuxi. Compared to when he preached at Zixiao Palace, Fuxi now possessed less of an ethereal and otherworldly air, but more of a gentle and serene demeanor. He was surrounded by a rich aura of humanistic teachings, which complemented the cold and aloof nature of the Taiyin star in a wonderful way.

Chang Xi smiled and said, "We have heard a lot from Fellow Daoist Fuxi about his affairs with the human race from Junior Nephew Xuanbao. Observing the stars to determine the agricultural seasons and creating the Eight Trigrams to understand all things, his merits are truly immeasurable."

"I dare not," Fuxi said gently. "It is merely following the natural order. It is you two fellow Daoists who, by governing Taiyin, harmonizing day and night, and nourishing all things, truly embody the power of heaven and earth."

The three began to discuss the Dao, from the cyclical movement of the sun and moon to the interactions of Yin and Yang and the Five Elements, and then to the rise and fall of humanity and the cycle of Heaven. The more they talked, the more compatible they became, and the more tacit they were about to understand each other.

Xihe discovered that Fuxi's understanding of Yin and Yang had many similarities with the origin of Taiyin. Moreover, he deduced the secrets of heaven not to control them, but to "follow the will of heaven and respond to the needs of the people, and seek good fortune and avoid misfortune." She secretly admired this magnanimity.

Chang Xi was captivated by the fascinating stories of humanity told by Fu Xi. The joys and sorrows, the wisdom and creativity of those ordinary beings were a vibrant world she had never encountered before, having lived on the Taiyin Star for so long.

Unbeknownst to us, the moon rose and set, and a hundred years passed in the discussion of philosophy.

A century later, as the first rays of dawn illuminated the Moon, Fuxi rose to take his leave. Before departing, he took out a scroll of bamboo slips and handed it to Xihe: "This is the 'Lunar Calendar' that I have recently deduced. Although it is only a first draft, it is based on the phases of the moon and may help the Moon more accurately regulate the tides and lunar energy. It was completed hastily, and omissions are inevitable. I hope you will correct me, fellow Daoist."

Xihe took it, scanned it with her divine sense, and was shocked. Although this calendar was simple, it pointed directly to the essence of the operation of Taiyin, and there were many key points that even she, the master of Taiyin, had not thought about in detail.

She looked up and met Fuxi's clear gaze. His gaze held appreciation, sincerity, and a hint of expectation, but no trace of urgency or calculation.

"Fellow Daoist, you are very kind." Xihe's voice was much gentler than usual. "This calendar is exquisite. Allow me to study it carefully. Another day... we can discuss it further."

After Fuxi left, Changxi sidled up to her sister and blinked, "Sister, what do you think?"

Xihe stroked the bamboo slips and said softly, "Indeed, as the sage Nuwa said, he is a true gentleman."

"So, this marriage..."

Xihe looked in the direction where Fuxi had disappeared and slowly nodded: "Agreed."

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