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

Outside Chuanyun Pass, at the Xiqi camp.

Jiang Ziya, holding the God-Slaying Whip, stood on the command platform with a solemn expression.

After three days of fierce attack, Chuanyun Pass held firm and refused to retreat.

Zhao Gongming's twenty-four Sea-Stabilizing Pearls possess immense power, while the Three Immortal Maidens' Nine-Bend Yellow River Formation is treacherous and unpredictable.

Even with the help of the Twelve Golden Immortals and the Taoist Ran Deng, the Xiqi army still suffered heavy losses.

"Uncle-Master, we can't keep attacking with force."

Yang Jian stepped forward and said in a deep voice:

"Zhao Gongming and his men relied on the pass and set up a great formation. Our army's strong attack was just a futile suicide."

Nezha also said:

"Perhaps we should suspend our offensive and seek another approach."

How could Jiang Ziya not know this?

But then he remembered the decree of the Primordial Heavenly Venerable—the Cloud Piercing Pass must be breached within three days!

Three days have passed, and the barrier remains unbroken; he has already disobeyed his master's orders.

"Attack again."

Jiang Ziya gritted his teeth:

"If we can't break through this barrier, then... we'll have to hold off for now."

The generals received their orders and were about to organize the troops.

suddenly!

A majestic voice echoed from the heavens:

"The Great Tribulation of the Investiture of the Gods is temporarily suspended, and sages are not allowed to interfere."

"In mortal warfare, each side relies on its own methods."

As soon as he finished speaking, a golden light descended from the sky and entered Jiang Ziya's brow.

That was the decree of the Primordial Heavenly Venerable, conveying the command of the Dao Ancestor.

"The sage...is forbidden to interfere?"

Jiang Ziya was stunned, then overjoyed.

If the Sage does not intervene, then Zhao Gongming, the Three Immortals, and others will no longer be able to receive the protection of the Tongtian Sect Master!

On the other hand, Xiqi still holds the advantage with the presence of the Twelve Golden Immortals and the Daoist Burning Lamp!

"Pass on the order!"

Jiang Ziya was greatly encouraged:

"The entire army will rest and regroup; we will attack again tomorrow!"

"This time, we will definitely break through Chuanyun Pass!"

......

Inside Chuanyun Pass.

Zhao Gongming, the Three Immortals, and others also received a telepathic message from the Tongtian Sect Leader.

"Even saints cannot interfere...and our master can no longer help us."

Zhao Gongming's expression was solemn:

"In that case, we will have to rely on ourselves."

Yunxiao sighed softly:

"Without the protection of a sage, how could we possibly withstand the combined might of the Twelve Golden Immortals?"

Qiongxiao gritted her teeth:

"We have to stop them even if we can't!"

"The fate of the Jie Sect is intertwined with that of the Shang Dynasty; if the Shang Dynasty falls, the Jie Sect will inevitably decline!"

Bixiao gripped the Golden Dragon Scissors tightly, her eyes filled with chilling killing intent:

"Then kill them!"

"Kill them until they never dare to come again!"

Right now!

The void rippled, and a figure slowly emerged.

He wore a black robe and had black hair, surrounded by five colors.

Kong Xuan!

"Vice Leader?!"

Zhao Gongming and the others were all surprised, then overjoyed.

They already knew about Kong Xuan's attainment of the Primordial Chaos through the leader's telepathic message.

With Kong Xuan around, what is there to fear from the Twelve Golden Immortals?

"Thank you all for your hard work."

Kong Xuan cupped his hands in greeting and glanced at the crowd:

"Leave the rest to me."

He took a step and was already on the wall.

He looked towards the Xiqi camp with a calm gaze.

"Guang Chengzi, Chi Jingzi, Yu Ding Zhenren, Tai Yi Zhenren..."

Kong Xuan murmured the names of the Twelve Golden Immortals, a slight smile playing on his lips:

"Tomorrow, let me see what you're capable of."

......

The next day, the sun rose.

Before Chuanyun Pass, the atmosphere of impending doom was palpable.

The million-strong army of Xiqi stood in formation like a forest, their weapons gleaming coldly across the land, their battle flags fluttering and stirring up clouds of dust.

Jiang Ziya stood atop a bronze chariot, holding a divine whip, his beard and hair fluttering slightly in the wind.

Beside him, the twelve Golden Immortals, including Guang Chengzi, Chi Jingzi, and Yu Ding Zhenren, stood on auspicious clouds, their bodies radiating immortal light. Although their faces were solemn, a hint of weariness was visible in their eyes.

After three consecutive days of intense attacks, even a celestial being would feel mentally and physically exhausted.

At the top of Chuanyun Pass, Zhao Gongming, dressed in black, stood with twenty-four Dinghai Pearls surrounding him, radiating a faint blue light.

The three immortals stood side by side: Yunxiao held the Hunyuan Golden Bucket, Qiongxiao held the Golden Dragon Scissors, and Bixiao's eyes gleamed with a chilling light.

Behind them, the disciples of the Jie Sect, each holding their magical weapons, stood ready for battle.

The two sides were on the verge of war, awaiting only the order to strike.

"Beat the drums!"

Jiang Ziya took a deep breath, about to crack his whip and give the order.

suddenly!

The world suddenly fell silent.

The wind stopped.

The battle flag was lowered.

The shouts of battle, the beating of drums, and the clashing of weapons of the million-strong army vanished in an instant.

It was as if an invisible giant hand was holding down the entire space-time.

Jiang Ziya's pupils suddenly contracted.

Guang Chengzi froze.

The twelve Golden Immortals all raised their heads.

Before the Cloud Piercing Pass, the void rippled like water.

A figure slowly emerged from the void.

His dark Taoist robe fluttered without wind, his black hair cascaded over his shoulders, his face was calm, but his eyes seemed to hold the birth and death of the Five Elements world, and chaotic energy lingered around him.

It was Kong Xuan!

As he landed, lotus flowers bloomed in the air beneath his feet.

Five colors of light—blue, yellow, red, black, and white—emerged from the lotus, instantly transforming into chaos and vanishing without a trace.

There was no earth-shattering pressure.

It lacked the imposing presence to intimidate all sides.

But this very calm appearance plunged the entire battlefield into deathly silence.

"Kong...Kong Xuan?"

Jiang Ziya was speechless, and the God-Slaying Whip in his hand trembled slightly.

Behind him, the Xiqi army erupted in uproar.

"It's Kong Xuan! Kong Xuan, the General of Sanshan Pass!"

"Wasn't he in seclusion on Jin'ao Island? How come he's here?"

"The Dao Ancestor just issued a decree yesterday that sages are not allowed to interfere in the Great Tribulation. His appearance now, could it be...?"

The discussions rose like a tide, then quickly subsided.

Because everyone remembered one thing.

Kong Xuan has already attained the Dao of the Primordial Golden Immortal!

Although Hunyuan Daluo is not a Heavenly Dao Saint, he is still a Saint-level existence!

The Daoist patriarch's decree clearly states that sages must not interfere in the measurement of eons.

What is Kong Xuan's intention in appearing at Chuanyun Pass at this moment?

"not good!"

Guang Chengzi's expression changed drastically, and he subconsciously took a half step back.

Beside him, the eleven Golden Immortals, including Chi Jingzi, Yu Ding Zhenren, and Taiyi Zhenren, also had deathly pale faces.

Although they did not witness the battle at Jin'ao Island, they learned some details from their master, Yuanshi Tianzun.

Kong Xuan attained the Dao of Hunyuan, fighting against four opponents single-handedly, defeating the four sages, damaging his most precious treasure, and forcing the Dao Ancestor to personally appear and mediate!

If such a being were to actually make a move...

Even if the twelve Golden Immortals joined forces, how many moves could they withstand?

"Uncle-Master Jiang!"

Yang Jian arrived riding on a cloud, his three-pointed, double-edged sword tightly in his hand. His third eye on his forehead was already open, its divine light swirling as he stared intently at the figure before the pass.

"Kong Xuan's appearance may cause unforeseen changes!"

Nezha stood on his Wind-Fire Wheels, his Fire-Tipped Spear pointing diagonally at the ground, his youthful face filled with solemnity.

"If he makes a move, we..."

The words were not finished, but everyone understood their meaning.

If Kong Xuan makes a move, these people will probably have no chance of escaping with their lives!

Jiang Ziya took a deep breath, suppressing his fear, and said in a deep voice:

"Don't panic!"

"According to the Dao Ancestor's decree, sages are not allowed to interfere in the measurement of calamities."

"Since Kong Xuan has already attained the Primordial Dao, he belongs to the level of a sage and should obey the Dao Ancestor's command!"

His voice rose, carrying throughout the entire army:

"Fellow Daoist Kong Xuan! The Dao Ancestor issued a decree yesterday, forbidding even sages from interfering in mortal battles!"

"What is your purpose in appearing at Chuanyun Pass now?"

The sound echoed across the battlefield.

A million soldiers and countless gazes all focused on Kong Xuan.

On the city wall, Zhao Gongming, the Three Immortals, and others also felt a chill run down their spines.

They were delighted by Kong Xuan's arrival, but also worried.

The decrees of the Daoist patriarch are not to be trifled with.

If Kong Xuanzhen disobeys the imperial edict and takes action, I'm afraid...

"Vice Leader..."

Zhao Gongming spoke softly, his eyes filled with undisguised worry.

Bixiao gripped the Golden Dragon Scissors tightly and gritted her teeth, saying:

"Since the Vice Leader has come, he must have a plan!"

"I believe him!"

Yunxiao and Qiongxiao exchanged a glance, both seeing the tension in each other's eyes.

And before the pass.

Kong Xuan finally raised his eyes.

His gaze was calm, sweeping over the million-strong army of Xiqi, over the Twelve Golden Immortals, and finally landing on Jiang Ziya.

"Jiang Ziya".

He spoke, his voice not loud, but clearly reaching everyone's ears:

"According to the Dao Ancestor's decree, sages are not allowed to interfere in the measurement of calamities."

"I am aware of this matter."

Jiang Ziya felt relieved and was about to speak.

Kong Xuan continued:

"However, the Dao Ancestor only said that sages should not interfere."

"But it didn't say that sages cannot watch the battle."

Watching the game?

Jiang Ziya was taken aback.

Guang Chengzi and the others were also taken aback.

Kong Xuan slowly turned around and faced Chuanyun Pass.

He raised his hand and pressed down in the air.

"Buzz!"

Above the city wall of Chuanyun Pass, the void twisted, and a chaotic lotus platform appeared out of thin air.

The lotus platform has nine grades, with chaotic energy flowing and Daoist runes appearing and disappearing.

Kong Xuan took a step forward and was already seated on the lotus platform.

He looked down over the entire battlefield, his voice indifferent:

"I will watch today's battle from here."

"You guys do your thing."

"I will not interfere as long as no one attacks me."

As soon as he finished speaking, the battlefield fell silent.

Jiang Ziya's expression kept changing.

Watching the game?

Is someone like Kong Xuan sitting in the air above the battlefield watching the battle?

How can we fight this war?

With him there, the morale of the Xiqi army was immediately weakened by three points!

The Twelve Golden Immortals were even more tense, how could they dare to go all out?

If they get into a fight and it gets to him, wouldn't that be courting death?

"Kong Xuan! You're cheating!"

Guang Chengzi roared, unleashing the Heaven-Turning Seal in his hand, which radiated boundless golden light:

"Your presence here, ostensibly to observe the battle, is in reality a form of intimidation!"

"How is this any different from meddling?!"

Kong Xuan raised her eyes and glanced at him indifferently.

Just one glance.

Guang Chengzi trembled violently, as if he had been struck by a heavy blow!

The light of the Heaven-Turning Seal suddenly dimmed, and it flew back into his arms on its own, trembling.

"you......"

Guang Chengzi was horrified and took three steps back, a trickle of blood spilling from the corner of his mouth.

Just one glance!

This caused his magical artifact to tremble and his mind to be injured!

Is this the power of a Primordial Golden Immortal?

"Guang Chengzi".

Kong Xuan's voice was calm:

"I said I'm just watching."

"But if you continue to speak rudely, I won't hesitate to teach you a lesson on behalf of Yuanshi."

To teach Yuanshi a lesson?

These words, spoken casually, caused the Twelve Golden Immortals to turn ashen-faced.

What is the identity of Yuanshi Tianzun?

One of the Three Pure Ones, the leader of the Chan Sect, and a sage of the Heavenly Way!

Kong Xuan actually dared to reprimand his disciple on behalf of his master?

Madness!

But ironically, no one dared to refute it.

Because Kong Xuan truly deserves this qualification!

"you......"

Guang Chengzi gritted his teeth, but dared not speak again.

That single glance had made him realize that if Kong Xuan wanted to kill him, it would only take a single thought.

"Jiang Ziya".

Kong Xuan ignored Guang Chengzi and turned his gaze to Jiang Ziya:

"To fight or not to fight?"

"If war is to break out, let it begin immediately."

"If you do not want to fight, then retreat a hundred miles and do not stand in our way."

His voice was indifferent, yet carried an undeniable authority.

Jiang Ziya's face turned pale and then red.

retreat?

impossible!

Master's decree: We must break through Chuanyun Pass!

Are we ready to fight?

With Kong Xuan here to oversee things, how can we fight this battle?