Primordial Era: Starting by overwhelming the Sages, Hongjun was stunned!

The three-day period arrived in the blink of an eye.

Jin'ao Island, Biyou Palace.

A radiant glow filled the sky, accompanied by the harmonious strains of celestial music.

Ten thousand immortals of the Jie Sect gathered together, and auspicious clouds spread for three thousand miles.

The Tongtian Sect Leader sat high on the cloud platform, with the Four Immortal Execution Swords hanging behind him, their sword intent soaring to the sky.

Daoist Duobao stood on the left, his face solemn.

The cushion on the right is empty; it was reserved for the vice-leader.

Below the stage, the disciples of the Jie Sect stood in rows.

The direct disciples, the seven attendants, and the outer sect elites formed a dense, imposing mass.

But at this moment, the atmosphere was somewhat delicate.

All the disciples looked toward the empty prayer mat, their expressions varying.

His face was ashen, like dark clouds.

The spiky-headed immortal's eyes flickered.

The long-eared Dingguangxian's lips curled slightly, a smile that was neither a smile nor a frown.

The Golden Hoop Immortal, the Spirit Tooth Immortal, the Golden Light Immortal, and others remained expressionless.

Only Zhao Gongming, the Three Immortals, and other direct disciples had relatively calm expressions.

"The time has come."

Daoist Duobao stepped forward and said loudly:

"Respectfully requesting the Vice Leader!"

The sound echoed throughout Biyou Palace.

All the immortals turned their gazes toward the palace gate.

A figure slowly emerged at the palace gate.

Kong Xuan!

He was dressed in a dark Taoist robe, with long hair flowing down his back, and there was not a trace of his aura emanating from him.

But with each step taken, ripples spread through the void.

Five faint lights of blue, yellow, red, black, and white appeared beneath my feet, then instantly transformed into a chaotic color.

The aura of the Great Dao was restrained, yet it made all the Quasi-Saints present shudder.

"Such a strong sense of oppression..."

Wu Yunxian's pupils shrank slightly.

He was the leader of the Seven Immortal Attendants, and his cultivation had reached the early stage of Quasi-Saint.

But now, facing Kong Xuan, he felt like an ant looking at a mountain.

"Playing tricks."

Long-eared Dingguangxian gave a low, cold snort, a hint of disdain flashing in his eyes.

Kong Xuan seemed oblivious, and walked directly to the Cloud Platform, bowing respectfully:

"Kong Xuan greets the leader."

The Master of Heaven nodded slightly:

"Get up."

"Thank you, Master."

Kong Xuanzhi stood up and calmly swept his gaze over the thousands of immortals below the stage.

All the disciples felt a slight tremor in their hearts as they looked out.

That gaze, seemingly indifferent, was like a sharp sword piercing the heart.

"The reason I have summoned you all today is to formally bestow the title of Vice Leader."

The voice of the Tongtian Sect Leader was majestic and resounded throughout Biyou Palace:

"Kong Xuan, son of Yuan Feng, has reached the peak of Quasi-Saint."

"Three days ago, in the battle at the Immortal Volcano, I fought against Zhunti, severed his magic weapon, and triggered karma."

"Such strength and such courage make him worthy of the position of Vice Leader."

After he finished speaking, the audience fell silent.

The battle at the Immortal Volcano had already spread throughout the Jie Sect.

Although the details are unclear, the story of Kong Xuan insulting the sage is not unfounded.

This is why, although the disciples were dissatisfied, they dared not openly oppose it.

The majesty of a sage should not be lightly insulted.

Those who can harm even saints are not easily dealt with.

"Today I will formally bestow this title upon him."

The Master of Heaven raised his hand and pointed.

The deputy leader's command flew out from Kong Xuan's arms and hovered in mid-air.

"Based on the destiny of the Jie Sect and the intent of the Zhuxian Sword, this is my proof."

"Kong Xuan, from this day forward, shall be the Vice Leader of the Jie Sect."

"He holds the reins of power in the sect and commands the power of all immortals."

"During this great eon, all disciples of my Intercepting Sect shall regard this order as being in my presence!"

As soon as he finished speaking, the Vice Leader's command suddenly burst forth with boundless brilliance.

On the jet-black token, the ancient seal script character "截" transformed into a sword shape, resonating with the four swords of the Immortal Executioner.

Sword intent soars to the heavens, and fortune bestows upon him.

Kong Xuan felt a surge of immense fortune enter his body, faintly connected to the fortune of the Shang Dynasty.

How vast is the fortune of the myriad immortals of the Jie Sect?

Although he was only the deputy leader and received some power, it still loosened the bottleneck in his cultivation.

"Thank you, Master!"

Kong Xuan bowed respectfully and accepted the token.

The token was obtained, its brilliance subdued.

However, the aura of the Jie Sect contained within it is clearly perceptible.

Below the stage, all the immortals bowed in unison:

"Greetings, Vice Leader!"

The sound was like a tidal wave, shaking Biyou Palace.

But Kong Xuan could tell how much sincerity and how much pretense was in that voice.

His expression remained unchanged as he calmly said:

"Please rise, everyone."

The disciples rose.

Long-eared Dingguangxian looked up, a cold glint in his eyes.

He suddenly stepped forward, bowed, and said:

"Master, I have a question and hope you can enlighten me."

The Master of Heaven lowered his gaze slightly:

"speak."

Chang Er Ding Guangxian looked at Kong Xuan, his tone respectful, yet every word was like a needle:

"The position of vice leader is crucial to the rise and fall of the Jie Sect."

"Although Fellow Daoist Kong Xuan is quite strong, he is still a newcomer to the sect."

"The disciples in the sect do not understand his character and temperament."

"If we rashly grant them great power, it may lead to disaster."

After he finished speaking, the audience fell silent.

All the disciples turned their gazes toward the Tongtian Sect Leader.

This is a blatant questioning.

The Master of Heaven remained expressionless and said calmly:

"In your opinion, what should be done?"

Long-Eared Immortal Dingguang was overjoyed and quickly said:

"I believe that three tests should be set up."

"First, we test their strength; second, we test their character; and third, we test their wisdom."

"Only by passing all three tests can one be considered legitimate."

"Only in this way can the disciples in the sect be truly convinced."

These words immediately caused a stir among the audience.

Wu Yunxian, Qiu Shouxian, and the others all had their eyes gleaming.

Zhao Gongming frowned, seemingly wanting to speak but then stopping himself.

Yunxiao, one of the Three Immortals, said softly:

"Brother Long-Eared's words are far too aggressive."

Qiongxiao snorted coldly:

"He only dared to make trouble at this moment because he was favored by his master."

Bixiao whispered:

"Let's see how Master decides."

On the cloud platform, the Tongtian Sect Leader remained silent for a moment, then suddenly laughed:

"Long-eared one, you do seem to have my best interests at heart."

Long-eared Dingguang Immortal's heart skipped a beat, and he quickly lowered his head:

"This disciple dares not presume, it is all for the sake of the Jie Sect."

The Master of Heaven looked at Kong Xuan:

"What does the Vice Leader think?"

Kong Xuan remained calm, his gaze sweeping over the long-eared Dingguang Immortal, and said indifferently:

"What you say makes sense."

"When Kong Xuan first joined the sect, he should indeed establish authority and subdue the masses."

He stepped forward, facing the Long-Eared Immortal Dingguang directly:

"I just wonder, how will these three tests be designed?"

A glint of light flashed in the eyes of the Long-Eared Immortal:

"The vice-leader was straightforward."

"The first test is your ability."

"Any disciple in the sect may challenge me."

"The vice leader needs to win three consecutive matches to pass the test."

Kong Xuan nodded:

"Can."

"The second test is on one's character."

The long-eared, light-fixing fairy's lips curled slightly:

"Our Jie Sect has a supreme treasure called the 'Heart Refining Mirror'."

"The illusion in the mirror points directly to one's true nature."

"The vice leader must remain focused and clear-headed while filming for the time it takes for an incense stick to burn before he can pass the test."

Kong Xuan's expression remained unchanged:

"Can."

"The third test is on wit and strategy."

Long-eared Immortal Dingguang laughed:

"The sect leader once devised a scheme called 'The Mystery of Ten Thousand Immortals'."

"The formation is ever-changing and cannot be broken by anyone but those with great wisdom."

"The Vice Leader must break the formation within one day to pass the test."

After the three points were explained, the audience erupted in uproar.

The Heart-Refining Mirror is fine; although it is a treasure, it poses no threat to one's life.

However, the Myriad Immortals Bewildering Formation was personally set up by the Tongtian Sect Master, and its variations are endless. Even the Daoist Duobao would need three days to break the formation.

One day?

This is clearly an attempt to make things difficult!

Zhao Gongming finally couldn't resist and stepped forward:

"Junior Brother Long-Eared, how profound is the Myriad Immortals' Bewildering Array?"

"To break through the formation in a single day would be asking too much of a man."

Long-eared Dingguang Immortal cupped his hands and said:

"Senior Brother Zhao, the Vice Master is capable of harming a Saint; his wisdom must be extraordinary."

"If we can't even break this formation, how can we lead the myriad immortals of my Intercepting Sect?"

"you!"

Zhao Gongming was about to speak again, but Kong Xuan raised his hand to stop him:

"No need for further explanation."

He looked at the long-eared Dingguang Immortal and said calmly:

"All three passes are acceptable."

"But Kong Xuan has a question."

Long-eared Immortal Dingguang laughed:

"Please speak, Vice Leader."

Kong Xuan's gaze suddenly sharpened:

"If I pass all three tests, what will you do then?"

Long-eared Dingguang Immortal was taken aback:

"What does the Vice Leader mean by this?"

Kong Xuan's voice grew colder:

"You publicly questioned the vice-leader, which is an act of insubordination."

"If I pass the test, it will prove that I have the ability, the mentality, and the wisdom."

"What is your crime?"

After the words were spoken, Biyou Palace fell into a deathly silence.

All the disciples looked at Chang Er Ding Guang Xian.

Long-Eared Immortal's expression changed slightly, and he forced a smile:

"Vice Leader, you jest. All disciples are members of the Jie Sect..."

"Article Three of the Rules of the Intercepting Sect".

Kong Xuan interrupted him, her voice icy:

"Those who disobey their superiors will be imprisoned for ten thousand years at the very least, and expelled from the sect at the worst."

Which one will you choose?

Chang Er Ding Guangxian's expression finally changed.

He looked at the Tongtian Sect Leader, seeking help.

The Master of the Heavenly Sect, however, closed his eyes to rest, seemingly oblivious to what was happening.

"It seems you want to choose the latter."

Kong Xuan took a step forward, and his aura suddenly exploded.

The pressure from a peak Quasi-Saint was like a mountain collapsing and a tsunami crashing!

A chaotic halo emerged from behind, exuding the aura of the Great Dao.