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

Xuanbao stood atop Shouyang Mountain, his green robe fluttering in the wind, a wisp of Daoist energy still lingering at his fingertips. Suddenly, his brow twitched, his gaze shifting towards the shores of the East China Sea, a knowing smile playing on his lips.

"Your senses are quite sharp."

Almost as soon as he finished speaking, the void in front of him rippled like water, and a handsome and upright figure stepped out. The newcomer wore a plain white Taoist robe, his long hair casually tied back with a wooden hairpin, his face gentle, but his eyes deep and unfathomable, as if containing boundless deduction and wisdom. It was none other than Fuxi, who had always been among the human race!

To be honest, no one in the entire prehistoric world understands the human race better than Fuxi. Even the sages cannot compare. After all, Fuxi can be said to have been the enlightenment teacher of the human race since they were born. He has experienced the rise and fall of the human race. Therefore, Fuxi himself has a very deep humanistic fortune. He is also good at calculating the secrets of heaven. The changes in the human race's fortune naturally startled him for the first time.

"Xuanbao," Fuxi bowed respectfully, his posture free and easy, his eyes filled with a complex mix of emotion and gratitude. "No, now you should be called 'Heavenly Emperor.'" As he spoke, his gaze lingered on Xuanbao. "Congratulations on ascending to the throne of Heavenly Emperor, ruling over all the heavens." Xuanbao smiled and waved his hand. "There's no need for such formality between us. This throne of Heavenly Emperor is merely an empty title." Fuxi nodded slightly, gazing into the distance. "Although the Lich War has passed, the Three Realms are still turbulent, and hidden dangers remain. Now that you are the Heavenly Emperor, your responsibilities are immense." Xuanbao's expression turned solemn. "I will do my utmost." Xuanbao didn't like discussing these topics, so he quickly made an excuse to change the subject.

"By the way, Brother Fuxi..."

When Fuxi heard Xuanbao address these elder brothers, he wanted to say something, but after thinking about Xuanbao's relationship with his sister Nuwa, he didn't say anything. However, Xuanbao's next words made the thin-skinned Fuxi blush on the spot.

"You've been Daoist partners with Xihe and Changxi for tens of thousands of years now, how come there's been no sign of anything happening!"

"Could it be ←_←?"

"No, I didn't, don't talk nonsense."

A smooth, three-part denial followed, and Fuxi, his face flushed, glared at Xuanbao with a mixture of embarrassment and anger. But after a moment's thought, considering Xuanbao's current strength, he relaxed his clenched fist. "Ahem, what can I do if I can't beat him?"

"Hmph, we are all at the Quasi-Saint level, how could we possibly have offspring so easily?"

"Really!"

"If I remember correctly, that old bastard Di Jun had offspring in just over a thousand years, and he even had 10 children in one litter."

Tsk, tsk tsk!

Fuxi was speechless for a moment after being choked by Xuanbao's words, his face turning even redder. He said angrily, "That's an isolated case, not comparable." Xuanbao, however, persisted, teasing, "Maybe your method is wrong." Fuxi took a deep breath, suppressing his embarrassment and anger, and said calmly, "These things can't be rushed."

"Sigh! I was thinking of giving you something nice, but seeing how much you resisted, I guess I won't?"

Upon hearing that there was something good, Fuxi's eyes flashed with excitement, and he quickly said, "Ahem, I was rude just now, please don't be angry with me. What is this good thing you're talking about?" Xuanbao's lips curled up, "I still prefer your unruly attitude from earlier."

Fuxi: ...

Seeing Fuxi's anxious expression, Xuanbao burst into laughter. "Look at how eager you are! Here's the good stuff I was talking about." With that, he waved his hand and Xuanbao produced a jar of wine.

Without a doubt, this is none other than the Yang-Boosting Wine brewed by Xuanbao. Even powerful Ancestral Witches are affected by it, let alone ordinary people.

After Xuanbao's explanation, Fuxi treasured the jar of wine and put it away. Those who understand will understand, and those who don't, you're not old enough to understand.

Xuanbao and Fuxi's banter lightened the previously tense atmosphere considerably. However, Fuxi's thoughts remained focused on the newborn Human Emperor who had caused the celestial phenomena. His gaze returned to the direction of the Fengyan tribe, his expression regaining its composure, and he slowly said, "The descent of this Human Emperor is unprecedented in its grandeur. The accompanying phenomena contain profound truths of heaven and earth, and even subtly align with the principles of deduction… This child may be destined for me."

Upon hearing this, Xuanbao's eyes flashed with a sharp light, and he clapped his hands and laughed, "What a coincidence, Brother Fuxi! I was just pondering the same thing. It seems we've come to the same conclusion."

Fuxi glanced at him sideways, his expression questioning.

Xuanbao paced back and forth for a couple of steps, then pondered, "The Human Emperor is ordained by Heaven. His path to becoming a Human Emperor requires both worldly experience and guidance from a wise teacher. This first Human Emperor, in particular, bears a heavy responsibility. Relying solely on talent and hardship to figure things out on his own, while he may succeed, he will inevitably take detours and waste time. If he has a wise teacher who can tailor his teaching to his aptitude and guide him step by step, he can achieve twice the result with half the effort and lead the human race onto the right track more quickly."

He stopped and looked intently at Fuxi: "Looking across the primordial world, when it comes to understanding the secrets of heaven, the ultimate principles of all things, the evolution of civilization, and the insight into the present and future of humanity, who else but you, Fuxi, is more suitable to serve as the mentor of this first human emperor?"

Fuxi's body trembled slightly, his eyes instantly scanning the countless deduced trajectories of the Dao principles. He was originally a primordial deity, proficient in the principles of the I Ching and skilled in observing celestial phenomena. He was once the Xi Huang of the demon race, and although he ultimately betrayed the demon race, his attainments in the Dao of deduction were unparalleled in the primordial world. More importantly, he had a very deep bond with the human race, showing them much favor from the very beginning of their existence, and later, with the help of a mysterious treasure, they were able to survive. His feelings and understanding for the human race far surpassed those of ordinary powerful beings.

Teaching the Human Emperor is not merely about imparting knowledge and skills; it is a mission, a tremendous opportunity to integrate one's own wisdom into the long river of human civilization and shape its future. If successful, the merit and fortune gained may even help him reach greater heights and glimpse a higher realm of enlightenment.

"I..." Fuxi was tempted, but then hesitated. "The Human Emperor is the future of the human race, the one destined by Heaven, and his lineage will surely be watched by Heaven and Earth. Although I am willing, I was once the emperor of the demon race, and my identity is sensitive. I am afraid that it will attract criticism, or even... cause unnecessary karma for the Human Emperor."

Fuxi understood very well that now that the human race has become the protagonist of the world, even a strong person could see that the position of teacher of the human emperor is coveted by many people, and even saints would probably be tempted.

Sigh, I'm not talking about anyone else, I'm just targeting you guys.

Jieyin, Zhunti: ...

Xuanbao waved his hand dismissively, "Times have changed. You have long since shed your demon identity and are now connected to the fate of humanity. Moreover, your talent is exactly what humanity desperately needs right now. As for karma..." A sharp glint flashed in his eyes, "With the Heavenly Court's decree before us, and with me, the Three Pure Ones, Nuwa, and Houtu behind us, I want to see who dares to use your 'past life' to obstruct the Human Emperor's apprenticeship and the rise of humanity? That would be disrespecting us and going against the will of the primordial world."

"Moreover, although you are skilled in divination and understand the secrets of heaven, you ultimately lack practical experience in governing all living beings and regulating yin and yang. Teaching the Human Emperor is about imparting the Way to him, but for you, isn't it also a way to re-examine and verify the 'Way of Governing the World'? Perhaps, this is the key opportunity for you to take another step forward on your path."

Xuanbao's words struck a chord with Fuxi. He remained silent for a moment, his mind racing with countless interpretations. Finally, all doubt vanished from his eyes, replaced by clarity and unwavering resolve. He bowed deeply to Xuanbao: "Brother Xuanbao's words are like the sun breaking through the clouds. In that case, Fuxi is willing to shoulder this heavy responsibility, to do everything in my power to teach the Human Emperor, to contribute my humble efforts to the beginning of human civilization. However, how to proceed requires careful planning. I must guide him discreetly, without violating the original intention of your 'trials,' and at crucial moments, I must offer guidance to help him understand."

"That's simple." Xuanbao had already planned it out. "You don't need to descend directly in the name of 'Fuxi.' You can transform into a wandering sage or a wise man who has attained enlightenment and lives in seclusion near Feng and Yan, secretly observing the growth of the Human Emperor. When he grows up a bit and shows extraordinary talent and temperament, then create a 'chance encounter' so that he 'accidentally' meets you, this reclusive master, and is impressed by your knowledge and wisdom, willingly becoming your disciple. In this way, it is both his own opportunity and fulfills the master-disciple relationship, without attracting excessive attention. As for the Hetu and Luoshu, I have already bestowed them upon him. When he meets you, you can guide him to comprehend them. These items complement your Dao perfectly."

"Excellent!" Fuxi clapped his hands in praise. "Such an arrangement is natural and will lead to a successful outcome. I will now make preparations and first go to the vicinity of the Fengyan tribe to find a suitable place to stay temporarily and observe the situation."

"Wait a moment." Xuanbao called out to him, then took out a token from his robes that was neither gold nor jade, but shimmered with a hazy, clear light, and handed it to Fuxi. "This is the 'Heavenly Court Guest Minister Token.' With this token, you can utilize a portion of the Heavenly Court's surveillance power, making it easier for you to keep track of the dynamics of the prehistoric world. You can also use this token to send messages directly to me, Haotian, or Yaochi when necessary. Teaching the Human Emperor is not something that can be accomplished in a day. During this time, you may encounter difficulties or be targeted by villains. With this token, things will be much easier."

Fuxi accepted the token, sensing the aura of Heavenly Authority contained within it, and his last trace of concern vanished. He knew that this was not only a protective talisman, but also represented the complete trust and support of Xuanbao and even the Heavenly Court.

"Thank you!" Fuxi solemnly put away the token, said no more, cupped his hands to Xuanbao, and his figure transformed into a beam of light, merging into the void and quietly disappearing towards the coast of the East Sea.

Looking in the direction where Fuxi disappeared, Xuanbao's face revealed a satisfied smile. Arranging for Fuxi to be the teacher of the Human Emperor was a brilliant move with multiple benefits. After all, what would it be like for the original Human Emperor to teach the current one? Teaching himself?

……

This not only found the most suitable guide for the Human Emperor, accelerating the progress of human civilization, but also gave Fuxi an opportunity to settle his karmic ties with the human race and take a further step forward. Furthermore, it further bound Fuxi, this top sage and master of deduction, to the war machine of the Heavenly Court and the human race, enhancing the soft power of their own camp.

"The seed has been planted. Now, let's see how this seed, weathering the storms and growing strong, will eventually stir up this stagnant pool of the primordial world."

Xuanbao withdrew his gaze and turned to look at Haotian and Yaochi, who were standing respectfully.

"The fate of the Human Emperor is predetermined. We only need to observe the situation and provide support when necessary. The Heavenly Court is newly established, and there are many complex matters to attend to. The focus should still be on its own development and restoring order to the primordial world. Issue the order that the repair and practice of the Zhou Tian Star Array, the further refinement of the duties of each department, the implementation of the merit system, and the initial exploration of the myriad realms must all be expedited. A hundred years from now, I want to see a new Heavenly Court that can operate effectively and awe all directions."

"We will obey Your Majesty's decree!" Haotian and Yaochi solemnly accepted the order.

Xuanbao nodded, took one last look at the east where the human race's fortune was rising like oil in a raging fire, and slowly disappeared into the clouds and mist atop Shouyang Mountain.

Meanwhile, the Fengyan tribe.

Shao Dian named his newborn son "Xuan Cang". From birth, Xuan Cang displayed extraordinary qualities. He could speak at three months, walk at a little over a year old, and by three years old, he already understood the daily affairs of the tribe. By five, he often sat alone in quiet contemplation, gazing at the stars or the earth, his eyes flashing with wisdom. His questions often left even the tribe elders speechless. He possessed superhuman strength, yet was also kind and compassionate, deeply caring for his people and filled with curiosity about all things.

Following Xuanbao's wishes, the three ancestors, Suiren, Youchao, and Ziyi, did not make a grand entrance. Instead, they quietly placed the Hetu and Luoshu in Shaodian's home and secretly bestowed blessings upon him, ensuring that Xuancang would be free from disasters and illnesses in his childhood and that his wisdom would gradually develop. They also established a secret connection with Fuxi, learned of Xuanbao's arrangements, and felt reassured, choosing instead to silently watch over him.

When Xuancang was ten years old, while playing in the mountains behind his tribe, he stumbled upon a secluded valley hidden by vines. In the valley stood a simple thatched hut, where a refined hermit in white robes lived, who called himself "Qing Xuanzi." Xuanyuan was captivated by his demeanor, and after conversing with him, he was utterly astonished. Qing Xuanzi was knowledgeable in astronomy, geography, and human affairs, possessing profound insights into the rise and fall of all things, the changes of yin and yang, tribal governance, and even matters of fishing, hunting, and farming. Often, with just a few words, he could resolve the long-standing confusion in Xuancang's heart.

Xuan Cang was awestruck by his extraordinary talent and developed a deep admiration for him, frequently visiting the valley to seek his guidance. Feng Hou, ever open-minded, answered every question and patiently guided him. Over time, Xuan Cang became deeply impressed by Feng Hou's vast knowledge and profound wisdom, and thus conceived the idea of ​​becoming his disciple. One day, he tidied his clothes, presented his most prized hunted prey as a gift, and solemnly approached the thatched hut in the valley. He knelt on both knees and proclaimed, "Xuan Cang is foolish and dull, yet you have not abandoned me, sir, and have repeatedly taught me, like a guiding light in the darkness. Your teachings are vast and profound, benefiting all living beings. Xuan Cang humbly begs to become your disciple, wishing to follow you and learn the ways of governing the world and bringing peace to the people, and the principles of yin and yang, to alleviate the worries of my human race. I humbly request your permission!"

The door of the thatched hut opened silently, and Qing Xuanzi stepped out slowly. Looking at the clear-eyed, resolute young man before him, a hint of satisfaction and understanding flashed in his eyes. He accepted the apprenticeship ceremony, reached out to help Xuan Cang up, and said gently, "Your heart is sincere, your ambitions lofty, and we are destined to be together. Therefore, I will accept you as my disciple. However, now that the master-disciple relationship is established, you must diligently study and ponder, understand the people's plight, and take the world as your responsibility. Do you know where the first step in governing the world lies?"

Xuan Cang respectfully replied, "In my humble opinion, the most important thing is to understand the principles. If one understands the principles of the operation of heaven and earth, one will know the four seasons and the farming season; if one understands the principles of the generation and restraint of all things, one will be good at fishing and hunting and accumulate wealth; if one understands the principles of the people's hearts, one will be able to harmonize the tribe and establish rules."

Upon hearing this, Qingxuanzi (Fuxi)'s eyes gleamed with even greater admiration, and he laughed heartily: "Excellent! This child is teachable! Understanding principles is the foundation, only then can one put them into practice. From this day forward, I will teach you the methods of observing the heavens and the earth, deducing the myriad things, regulating yin and yang, and governing your tribe. Now that you have the Hetu and Luoshu by your side, you should make good use of them, for they are the key to understanding the secrets of heaven and the evolution of all phenomena..."

With the master-disciple relationship established, Fuxi began to systematically impart his knowledge to Xuanyuan, combining it with the realities of humankind. He not only taught him to observe the stars to determine the calendar, deduce celestial secrets, and regulate the earth's veins, but also how to observe people's lives, summarize production experiences, formulate simple laws, mediate tribal disputes, and even practice simple battle formations. He transformed profound principles of the I Ching into easily understandable fables and rhymes, integrating them into his daily teachings.

Xuan Cang was exceptionally talented and, with the guidance of a wise teacher, made rapid progress. He not only applied what he had learned to his own tribe, but also often accompanied Feng Hou on his travels to surrounding tribes, to understand the hardships of each tribe and to try to use his knowledge to help solve practical problems. His reputation gradually spread along the coast of the East Sea.

Fuxi was secretly delighted, knowing that this first human emperor was steadily growing along the path he had envisioned. As for himself, in the process of teaching Xuancang, he combined his macro-level governance experience from the past demon emperor era with his current in-depth observation and understanding of the human race, gaining a deeper understanding of "governance" and "civilization." His long-stagnant realm even began to show signs of loosening.

All these changes naturally caught the attention of those who were interested.