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

Before the thunderous sounds of gratitude and kowtows had subsided, a strange change occurred high in the sky.

The originally clear sky was gradually tinged with a dark yellow color. It was initially very light, but in an instant it became so rich that it seemed to be a piece of boundless dark yellow jade stretching across the sky. Xuanbao was very familiar with this scene, after all, he had experienced this scene many times. He did not expect that the cultivation method created for humankind could also yield merits. However, it seemed that the amount was not very large. Xuanbao was no exception. After all, he had only pushed this cave heaven method to the Golden Immortal realm, and it had not been passed down to all of them. It was unexpected that he could gain merits. As Xuanbao was pondering, a beam of dark yellow merit light suddenly descended from the dark yellow color. It split in two along the way. Seventy percent of the merit fell on Xuanbao, and the remaining threety percent fell on all the humankind listening to the Dao.

Feeling the merit on one's body, compared to one's own merit, it is only a drop in the ocean, a mere fraction. However, as this method of the grotto-heaven spreads and is deduced among the human race, the merit will continuously increase.

Just as the vast expanse of mysterious yellow merit light slowly dissipated, nourishing the souls and bodies of every human listener and quietly merging into the body of the Xuanbao, a strange buzzing sound came from the depths of Shouyang Mountain, or rather, from the core of the human race's ancestral land where fortune converged.

This hum was no ordinary sound; it resonated directly in the hearts of all the humans present, carrying a throbbing and calling of blood ties. Immediately afterward, a faint yet incredibly pure golden light emanated from the belly of Shouyang Mountain. At first, it was no bigger than a grain of rice, but it quickly expanded, like a rising sun emerging from the mountain.

"That is..." Suirenshi suddenly looked up, his eyes flashing with shock and disbelief.

Youchao and Ziyi also sensed something and looked at the place where the golden light was emerging.

The light grew brighter, yet it wasn't dazzling; instead, it carried a gentle, jade-like warmth and a profound, mountain-like weight. A majestic and awe-inspiring aura spread out, subtly echoing the auspicious clouds of merit that hadn't completely dissipated in the sky, and creating a wondrous resonance with the fortunes of countless humankind below.

Finally, at the center of that dazzling yet not glaring golden light, an extremely ancient seal slowly emerged, transforming from nothingness into reality, breaking free from the constraints of the mountain, and leisurely flying towards the mountain peak—where the mysterious treasure was located.

The seal was entirely a pale golden-black color, reminiscent of the primordial chaos, neither gold nor jade, its material difficult to discern. The seal itself seemed naturally formed, square and heavy, its four sides engraved with images of the sun, moon, stars, mountains, rivers, plants, insects, and fish, the flowing lines suggesting the endless vitality of the primordial world within. Above the seal, nine lifelike dragons of varying forms coiled, their heads facing each other, guarding the center of the seal knob. Their bodies were winding, their scales clearly defined, exuding the imperial majesty of suppressing all under heaven.

Most remarkably, when the seal was fully revealed to everyone, every human present, regardless of their cultivation level, felt a sense of closeness and reverence from the depths of their very being, as if it were not merely a treasure, but a manifestation of the human race's destiny and fortune!

"The Kongtong Seal!" Xuanbao recognized the legendary treasure of humanity at a glance, and his heart trembled. In his memory, this seal was a treasure of human destiny ordained by the Heavenly Dao, symbolizing the orthodoxy of humanity and the authority of the imperial way. It had the power to suppress destiny and depose and establish emperors. It should have appeared in the era of the Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors to help humanity gather destiny and establish order. How could it have appeared on its own now because he had passed down the "Martial Path Cave Heaven Scripture"?

Could it be that... because he himself occupies nearly a layer of the human race's fortune, and now he is spreading the word to the human race, intervening in the human race's development on a large scale ahead of time, and laying the foundation for the human race's future cultivation, causing the human race's fortune to undergo a dramatic integration and sublimation at this time, thus triggering the appearance of the Kongtong Seal, the supreme treasure of the human race's fortune, ahead of time.

In the blink of an eye, the Kongtong Seal flew to Xuanbao's front, hovering in the air, trembling slightly, exuding an aura of warmth and anticipation, as if waiting for its master.

Below, the billions of humans, though unaware of the seal's exact nature, were involuntarily held in their breath by the palpable connection of their bloodlines and the natural majesty emanating from the seal, a majesty seemingly capable of governing the will of all humanity. The three ancestors of humanity trembled with excitement; being of the highest cultivation level, they could feel the inseparable link between this seal and the overall fortune of humanity!

"It is... the most precious treasure of our human race! It must be the Father God's teachings that triggered the surge of our race's fortune, causing the treasure to appear!" Suirenshi's voice choked with emotion as he bowed deeply towards the direction of the Kongtong Seal and the Xuanbao.

The Youchao and Ziyi clans followed closely behind, their eyes brimming with tears. As the original leaders of humanity, they knew all too well what it meant for a race to possess its own treasure of destiny! It meant that humanity was no longer merely an infant relying on the protection of sages and the blessings of the Father God, but had truly begun to possess the qualifications and symbolism to stand on its own two feet in the primordial world, to forge its own destiny, and to move towards independence and autonomy!

Xuanbao gazed at the Kongtong Seal before him, sensing the vast human destiny and the faint authority of the Heavenly Dao contained within it, his heart surging with emotion. He reached out his hand, not using much of his magic power, but merely touching the seal lightly with his fingertips.

"Buzz—"

The Kongtong Seal emitted a clear, melodious dragon's roar. The nine divine dragons seemed to come alive, their heads swaying slightly. The seal shone with golden light, which quickly subsided, transforming into a warm, ancient seal that settled steadily into Xuanbao's palm. It felt slightly heavy, yet possessed a smooth, almost visceral connection, as if it were part of his own body. At the same time, a brief description of the Kongtong Seal flowed into Xuanbao's mind: it suppresses the human race's fortune, can sense and receive the recognition and blessing of the human race's supreme ruler (the Human Emperor), and also has the ability to mobilize a portion of the human race's fortune and protect humanity.

More importantly, Xuanbao clearly felt that his connection with the human race had become closer and clearer because of the existence of the Kongtong Seal. He seemed to be able to "see" invisible threads of destiny originating from each human being, ultimately converging at Shouyang Mountain, and then resonating subtly with himself through the Kongtong Seal. Through this seal, he could gain a more direct sense of the rise and fall of the human race and the fluctuations of its destiny than ever before.

"What a precious treasure of humanity!" Xuanbao thought to himself. With this treasure in hand, his ability to guide and protect the development of humanity would undoubtedly be greatly enhanced. Moreover, the early recognition of the Kongtong Seal as its master meant that the core authority of humanity had not fallen into other hands, but was firmly in the hands of him, the true "Father God," which might prevent many potential troubles in the future.

Below, the three ancestors of the human race and tens of millions of human beings, though unaware of the seal's specific origin and full power, felt an affinity stemming from their bloodline and soul, and the immense humanistic aura and extraordinary phenomena that arose when the seal was born made them understand that this was absolutely a supreme treasure inextricably linked to the fate of the human race! Now that the treasure was flying towards the Father God on its own initiative, they felt it was only natural, and their reverence and trust in the Xuanbao reached its peak.

"This treasure is named 'Kongtong Seal,' a supreme treasure bestowed upon us by the convergence of humanity's fortune." Xuanbao held the Kongtong Seal, displaying it before the crowd. His voice was calm yet carried an authoritative authority. "Today, I preach the Dao to humanity, and my merits have been bestowed by heaven. This treasure, sensing the new spirit of humanity, has been born. It carries the history of humanity's past and is also related to the future rise and fall of humanity."

He paused, his gaze sweeping over the excited crowd, and continued, "This seal possesses the power to suppress destiny and observe humanity. From this day forward, I will temporarily wield this seal to protect the human race's destiny and monitor its development. When the human race's civilization flourishes in the future, producing numerous outstanding talents, and a truly virtuous and capable leader emerges to guide the race into a new era, this seal will naturally respond, choose its master, and assist in unifying the human race and creating a golden age."

Upon hearing this, the three ancestors of humanity were the first to grasp its profound meaning. Beyond their shock, they were also filled with boundless anticipation. The Father God had not kept humanity's most precious treasure forever in his own hands, but rather designated it as a token and guarantee of the race's inheritance, awaiting the birth of the true "Human Emperor"! What magnanimity this showed, and what fervent hopes he held for humanity!

"Father God is wise!" Suirenshi shouted excitedly, leading everyone to kowtow once more.

Xuanbao raised his hand to support them, and a gentle force lifted them up. "The Great Dao has been passed down, and the supreme treasure has appeared. The future of humanity ultimately depends on yourselves, step by step, to create it. Whether the 'Martial Path Cave Heaven Scripture' is good or bad, and how far it can go, depends on each of your cultivation and understanding, and on whether you can use what you have gained to build your homeland, protect your people, and explore the unknown. The Kongtong Seal is the foundation of humanity's destiny, but the rise and fall of destiny fundamentally depends on the hearts and minds of the people, and on whether the race is united and striving forward."

He took one last look at the warm yet heavy Kongtong Seal in his hand. With a thought, the seal transformed into a stream of light and entered his brow, merging with his primordial spirit. It floated quietly, maintaining a mysterious connection with the long river of human destiny.

"Disperse, all of you. Remember these words of today and cultivate diligently without ceasing. A thousand years from now, I will return to Shouyang Mountain to answer your questions about cultivation and observe the new face of humanity."

After speaking, Xuanbao's figure gradually faded on the mountaintop and eventually disappeared. This time, he did not tear through space to leave, but seemed to merge into this mountain range that carried the origin and hope of humanity.

Around Shouyang Mountain, tens of millions of people, after a brief silence, erupted with unprecedented enthusiasm and vitality. Some sat cross-legged on the spot, trying to circulate their qi and blood according to the methods of the "Martial Path Cave Heaven Scripture" in their minds; others gathered in twos and threes, excitedly discussing the mysteries of "circulating blood," "cave heaven," and "inscription"; and some impatient tribal leaders had already begun to call their people to return to the tribe and immediately organize collective cultivation and experimentation.

The three ancestors of the human race gathered together, their expressions both excited and solemn.

"The Father God has passed down unparalleled magic, and now a supreme treasure of humanity has appeared... The opportunity for the rise of our human race is right before our eyes!" Suirenshi's voice trembled.

"Indeed." Youchao nodded, his gaze wise. "The 'Martial Path Cave Heaven Scripture' has a relatively low barrier to entry and is closely integrated with our daily lives and work. Given time, it will surely be popularized throughout the entire tribe, greatly increasing the individual strength of our human race. As for the Kongtong Seal... Father God said it is the token of the future common ruler, a profound meaning. Our immediate priority is to fully implement the new laws, while guiding all tribes to live in harmony, accumulate virtue, cultivate virtuous individuals, and patiently await the appearance of the one destined by Heaven."

Ziyi added, "Indeed. The transmission of the Dharma must be carried out in an orderly manner. The three of us should convene the leaders of each tribe as soon as possible to discuss how to promote cultivation, establish simple teaching points, record cultivation experiences and problems, and exchange ideas regularly. At the same time, we must promote the observation of nature, the recording of experiences, and the cultivation of character as equally important as cultivation. Only by advancing civilization and strength together can we live up to the expectations of our Father God."

The three quickly reached a consensus and immediately began to act. Using the prestige of the three ancestors of the human race, they quickly calmed the agitated crowd and organized an emergency meeting of the tribal leaders to discuss the follow-up matters.

The commotion around Shouyang Mountain lasted for a long time before the crowd, guided by the tribal chiefs, gradually dispersed, their excitement still palpable. They wanted to bring back the news of the "Father God's Teachings," the profound method called the "Martial Path Cave Heaven Scripture," and the shock of the appearance of the human race's supreme treasure, the "Kongtong Seal," to every corner of the primordial land.

The temporary gathering of the three ancestors of the human race was held in a newly carved stone cave halfway up the mountain. Suiren, Youchao, and Ziyi sat cross-legged in the center, surrounded by the leaders of hundreds of larger tribes, including Lieshan. The atmosphere was solemn yet enthusiastic.

Suirenshi spoke first, his voice steady: "The Father God has bestowed upon us the Dharma, and the supreme treasure has manifested. This is an unprecedented opportunity for our human race in ten thousand years. Now that we have obtained the Dharma, the path lies beneath our feet. The reason we have gathered you all today is to discuss how to transform this opportunity into tangible strength for our entire race."

"The most important thing is to spread the Dharma," Youchao said, his gaze sweeping over the leaders. "The Foundation Building Chapter of the 'Martial Path Cave Heaven Scripture' has been imprinted in the minds of every member of our tribe. However, their understanding varies, and their pace of cultivation differs. I propose that the three of us, together with those of high prestige and good comprehension from various tribes, form a 'Dharma Transmission Team.' We will go to different places to explain the Dharma in detail, teach the 'Twelve Basic Body Strengthening Forms,' and answer the questions of beginners. Each tribe should also establish a 'Dharma Lecture Hall' to regularly gather its members, exchange experiences, and solve problems together."

Ziyi added, "Cultivation is not something done in isolation. The Father God emphasizes observation, understanding, and cultivating one's character. Each tribe must encourage its members to verify their experiences in hunting, farming, stargazing, and toolmaking with their cultivation. Discovering new exotic beasts and recording their characteristics may inspire new 'inscriptions'; tribal cooperation in defending against enemies may lead to the understanding of combined attack 'formations.' All insights can be collected, verified, and promoted through the 'Transmission Team.'"

Lieshan couldn't help but speak up, his voice booming: "The leader's words are very true! From this moment forward, our Lieshan tribe will establish two training sessions every day, morning and evening, to collectively practice body-strengthening techniques. We will also assign people to record the habits and strength characteristics of the strange beasts we encounter during our daily hunts, and try to verify them with 'Blood Transfer' and 'Inscription'."

Other leaders echoed the idea, proposing various suggestions: exchanging short-term visits between tribesmen who were making rapid progress in their cultivation; organizing joint hunting teams to hone their martial arts skills and basic rune applications in actual combat; and some even suggested holding regular inter-tribal "skill competitions" to make friends through martial arts and exchange ideas for improvement.

Suiren nodded: "Very good. The specific details can be discussed further. There is another matter of utmost importance." His expression turned serious. "The power gained through cultivation must be matched with the discipline of one's character and the rules of the tribe. All tribes must jointly establish a covenant: the power gained through cultivation should be used primarily to protect one's people, expand one's homeland, and explore the unknown. It is strictly forbidden to bully the weak or harm one's own kind. Those who violate this will be punished by all tribes! This covenant should be as important as the cultivation method itself, and should be engraved in the settlements of each tribe, to be remembered for generations!"

The leaders' expressions hardened, and they responded in unison. They understood that power without rules would be a disaster.

"Finally," Ziyi Shi looked out at the vast天地 (heaven and earth) outside the cave, "Father God mentioned that the Kongtong Seal is related to the future 'Common Ruler.' This is not something you or I can decide today. What we can do now is to do our best to make the human race more united, civilization more advanced, and virtuous and capable people emerge. When the fortune gathers, the destiny will naturally appear."

The meeting lasted for several days, and a preliminary framework for promoting cultivation, facilitating exchange, and establishing rules was set. As the leaders left the cave, carrying heavy responsibilities and burning hopes, night had fallen, and the sky was filled with stars. Shouyang Mountain was silent in the night, but everyone knew that from this night forward, this land, and indeed the entire human race of the prehistoric world, would usher in a silent yet magnificent transformation that would sweep across every corner.

Meanwhile, Fuxi, who had just returned from his honeymoon after his celestial marriage, discovered that the entire human race had undergone earth-shattering changes.

"What happened? I've only been on my honeymoon for a few hundred years, and the human race has changed so much."

Fuxi was filled with shock and doubt. He hurriedly went to ask the three ancestors, including Suiren, about the situation. Suiren told Fuxi everything about the transmission of the Xuanbao Dharma and the appearance of the Kongtong Seal. After listening, Fuxi's eyes were filled with amazement. He knew that these changes meant a huge opportunity for the human race.

"In this way, the prosperity of our human race is within reach!" Fuxi exclaimed. He quickly adjusted his mindset and joined the cause of promoting the development of the human race. With his wisdom, combined with the "Martial Path Cave Heaven Scripture," he created some simple and practical formations for tribal defense and hunting.

At the same time, he also assisted various tribes in refining their cultivation rules to ensure that their power would not be abused. Through his joint efforts with the three ancestors of the human race and the leaders of various tribes, the cultivation atmosphere among the human race became increasingly strong, and exchanges and cooperation between tribes became more frequent.