Primordial Era: I really don't want to be the Heavenly Emperor!

Chapter 270 The Unity of Four Religions, Covering the Sky

Zhunti's path to sainthood was fraught with difficulties, but in the end, he attained enlightenment and sainthood.

Because a sage is a sage, it's a rank, once you attain it, you will always be a sage, unless one day you completely defy the way of Heaven, cut yourself off from the primordial world, and commit an unforgivable sin, otherwise you will always be a sage.

On Mount Kunlun, the Supreme Lord looked at Jieyin and Zhunti, who were making great vows, and felt a sense of unease and deep concern.

Such a person is truly admirable!

However, as a competitor, it gives people a chilling feeling.

In this world, it's not the ruthless people who are afraid of their enemies that are afraid of them, but the ruthless people who are also ruthless to themselves.

Even Yuanshi Tianzun, who had always looked down on Jieyin and Zhunti, fell silent at this moment. He wondered if he would dare to make such a grand vow if it were him.

Tongtian was thinking that if his eldest or second elder brother could not become a saint, would he be willing to make such a grand vow together with him?

The three Pure Ones had different thoughts, but each of them looked at Duiyin and Zhunti with new respect. Perhaps from this moment on, they regarded the two as true rivals, just like Donghua and Nuwa.

As Jieyin and Zhunti attained enlightenment and sainthood, they established Buddhism and immediately extended an invitation to all beings in heaven and earth to accept disciples.

Jieyin and Zhunti were quite looking forward to how many people would be willing to join Buddhism three thousand years later. Originally, they wanted to stagger the time when the Three Pure Ones accepted disciples, either earlier or a thousand years later.

However, this proposal was ultimately rejected by Jieyin.

"Junior brother, everything depends on fate. Buddhism is related to our future path, and we cannot force it. If we are destined, we will come to our Western Paradise."

Zhunti thought about it for a while and still felt that this would not work. The West was poor, and although the two of them were Hunyuan Saints, they were ultimately no match for the Three Pure Ones.

It is estimated that three thousand years from now, most of them will go to Kunlun Mountain. Those with deep roots will become disciples of Yuanshi, while those with slightly lesser roots will become disciples of Tongtian.

In the West, competitiveness is still too weak!

However, seeing his senior brother Jieyin's resolute attitude, Zhunti couldn't say anything, and finally sighed:

"Senior brother, our journey seems even longer now!"

The West was already inferior to the other continents, and now the two of them have incurred such a huge karmic debt with Heaven. It is unknown when the West will be able to prosper.

"The path to enlightenment is boundless, but human effort is finite. As long as we are here, we will eventually succeed. The road ahead is long and arduous, but we will persevere in our pursuit!"

Upon hearing this, Zhunti nodded in agreement and said, "Senior brother, I was being too attached to appearances. We've overcome so many difficulties before, so what is there to be afraid of now? We're all Primordial Saints; at worst, we'll just have a fight. Anyway, neither of us can kill the other!"

"As for the karmic consequences of Heaven, let's repay them slowly. Perhaps having these karmic consequences is actually a good thing. In time, even Heaven will help us and make the West prosper. Otherwise, how can we take back the power that has been lent out?"

Upon hearing this, a faint smile seemed to appear on Jieyin's sorrowful and thin face, because although the words sounded shameless, it seemed to be true.

Now that Heaven has lent out so much Xuanhuang merit and Heavenly Dao power, it will surely take it back in time. As for the punishment for failing to fulfill its grand ambition, that is merely a last resort.

However, along the way, Heaven will definitely give the West a chance, a chance that no one can stop. This is the so-called trend of Heaven. At that time, even the Three Pure Ones, Nuwa, and Donghua will have nothing to say.

After all, who dares to defy the will of Heaven?

So, while making grand ambitions might be a limitation for others, it seems to be a good thing for the two of them.

Outsiders wouldn't know about their conversation, but if Donghua heard it, he would definitely exclaim: "Those who owe money are all the bosses!"

Five Primordial Saints arrived in the primordial world in a single day. All living beings bowed down under the pressure of the Saints, and all sorts of strange phenomena filled the world.

Since the end of the Lich Age and the establishment of the Supreme Heavenly Court by Donghua, a new era has arrived. This is an era that belongs exclusively to the Sages. The era of Quasi-Sages has ended with the defeat of the Lich.

One Emperor and Six Sages!

This is the new order of the primordial world!

In the Heavenly Court, Donghua, Zhenyuanzi, and Hongyun were drinking tea and chatting about the affairs of the four major sects.

Zhen Yuanzi spoke up, saying, "I think the Chan Sect of Yuanshi Tianzun is more suitable for the current prehistoric world. It elucidates the way of heaven and acts on behalf of heaven. This kind of great sect is what all living beings need."

"As for the Jie Sect of Tongtian Jiaozhu, although the Jietian Dao is powerful and gives all living beings the opportunity to transcend, it is ultimately not suitable for the current prehistoric world. How many people have truly transcended it?"

Hongyun retorted, "Brother Dao, I don't agree with you. I actually think the Jie Sect of Tongtian Jiaozhu is better. It gives all beings the opportunity to achieve enlightenment and transcendence, and it doesn't judge heroes by their birth. Isn't such a great sect better?"

"As for the Chan Sect of Yuanshi Tianzun, it has fallen into a lower category. How many people in the entire prehistoric world can truly act as agents of Heaven? For the common people, such a great sect is not suitable for them."

The two began arguing about the Chan Sect and the Jie Sect, while Donghua sipped his spiritual tea, enjoying the peaceful moment, knowing that such opportunities would become rare.

With the emergence of the six sages, the格局 (geju, a concept encompassing the overall structure and overall situation) of the primordial world is about to change once again. The time has come for the Heavenly Emperor and the sages, and for sages among themselves, to vie for control of the heavens and earth.

This first clash should take place in the subsequent humanitarian struggle.

No, it doesn't seem so!

The first instance will likely occur in the upcoming battle of reincarnation, as Houtu is not far from undergoing reincarnation.

Since Houtu obtained the position of one of the Six Emperors of Heaven, she has been in seclusion to cultivate, presumably to sort out her own path of reincarnation.

When the cycle of reincarnation begins, no one will be idle, and a new round of clashes between Primordial Saints will soon commence.

"Brother Donghua, what's your opinion on this matter?"

Looking at the two arguing endlessly, could Donghua say that he only wanted to be a bystander?

He then said, "Do you only see the Chan and Jie sects? Don't forget, there's also the Supreme Lord's Human Sect and Western Buddhism; they're not simple either!"

"Moreover, how could a great religion possibly encompass the entire prehistoric world? Even the current Heavenly Court cannot do such a thing, let alone a newly established sect."

"The unity and coordinated operation of the four religions would be the best for the primordial world and all living beings. Otherwise, there wouldn't be six sages and four religions; wouldn't one sage and one religion be enough?"

Both nodded after hearing this. Although Donghua did not directly answer the questions about the Chan and Jie sects, he fundamentally answered the question about the significance of the existence of the four sects.

But the more they listened, the more something seemed off. What did they mean by the four religions being united and operating together? How could such a thing possibly happen?

The two then looked at Donghua, only to find that he had a strange smile on his face.

Hongyun said in surprise, "Brother Dao, do you mean...?"

Before he could speak, Zhen Yuanzi quickly stopped him. Some things are better left unsaid, especially when it involves the five sages. His friend was so clueless, always saying whatever came to mind.

Donghua said nonchalantly, "That's right, just as you think. The Heavenly Court exists to act on behalf of Heaven, to manage the primordial world and all living beings, while the Four Religions exist to educate and guide. Shouldn't the Four Religions be under the rule of the Heavenly Court?"

"There's nothing that can't be said; it's all tacitly understood. This is also a struggle between the Heavenly Emperor's position and the Sage's position. After all, the Emperor's Way emphasizes the unity of all laws, and the Sage is also included in this."

"Therefore, a showdown is inevitable between the Heavenly Court and the Four Religions, and between my Donghua Sect and the Five Sages. This will determine who rules this world, and whether the Heavenly Emperor is superior or the Sages are stronger!"

Zhen Yuanzi and Hongyun looked at Donghua in disbelief, suddenly wondering if they had been too complacent. He had already attained the Dao of Hunyuan and achieved the position of Heavenly Emperor, yet he still had such great ambitions.

The two of them are still quasi-saints, yet they do not compete or fight on the main road, but instead pursue a carefree and unrestrained life. Is that really wrong?

Donghua saw through their thoughts and said with a smile, "Everyone has their own path. My path is not suitable for you. The Emperor's Path is unique, and this is inevitable. Even if I don't want to compete, the Six Sages will not let me go."

"After all, the primordial world is only so big, and there is only so much power, fortune, merit, and the power of the Heavenly Dao. No one is willing to give it up to others or be subordinate to them."

The principle is that simple; everyone knows it and understands it. But making a decision is not so simple.

Just as the three were talking, the Queen Mother of the West and Fuxi entered. After the others exchanged greetings, Fuxi spoke:

"Great Heavenly Venerable, during my time guarding the Heavenly Court, I have encountered a problem that I cannot make up my mind about, so I have come to consult Your Majesty."

"Now, almost all beings born on the primordial land are post-natal beings below the level of immortality. There are even people without any cultivation level. They mainly exist among the human race, and these people have relatively short lifespans."

"Those who cannot break through to the Immortal Realm will die within a mere thousand years. Some who cannot embark on the path of cultivation will only live for two or three hundred years."

"However, the time it takes for the stars in the celestial sphere, especially the moon and the sun, to complete one cycle is too long. One day is equivalent to one year, which is too unfriendly to beings born after birth."

"I wonder if the Great Celestial Venerable has any way to change this?"

The question raised by Fuxi caused everyone in the hall to fall into deep thought, with Zhen Yuanzi and Hongyun beginning to calculate.

Soon after, both of them nodded in agreement, feeling that the situation should be changed.

The Queen Mother of the West spoke up, saying, "Brother, the world has undergone a great change, and this problem certainly needs to be solved. However, neither the Emperor nor I know how to solve it for the time being. Does brother have any ideas?"

As the Queen Mother of the West, Xi Wangmu was granted the right to participate in politics at any time by Donghua, meaning she could participate in all affairs of the Heavenly Court.

Now, at the very beginning of the Taiwei Era, with the Queen Mother of the West and Fuxi presiding over the Heavenly Court, it would be best to establish various systems, thus setting the stage for what lies ahead.

Donghua looked at the group and said, "I already knew about this matter and had a plan in mind; all that's left is the final execution."

"So resolving this matter isn't a problem, but it's not very friendly to the demon race. Fuxi, you should go to Beiming and the Northern Continent to see your old friends and appease them."

Fuxi asked in confusion, "Great Heavenly Venerable, what method is it that has managed to displease the demon race?"

Although there are many demons now, their power has waned, they lack top experts, and they are scattered and fragmented throughout the prehistoric world. In such a state, how can the demon race dare to have any complaints?

Donghua laughed and said, "I wish to cover the sky!"

"Covering the sky?"

Donghua: "Indeed, I intend to use the Five Primordial Banners to obscure the celestial stars and alter their orbits, so that a day in the primordial land becomes a true day, not a year."

"However, after the sky is covered, the power of the stars that falls upon the earth will inevitably weaken, which is very unfavorable for the cultivation of the demon race. It will be even more difficult for the demon race to cultivate in the future!"

"This method is not only for the sake of the beings born after the beginning of time, but also for the sake of the stars in the heavens."

"After the deaths of Taiyi and Dijiang, the primordial power of the stars in the heavens is now severely depleted, and some stars have even begun to perish. If this is not remedied, they will disappear completely."

After hearing Donghua's answer, everyone understood that this method could indeed change the situation of the beings born after birth and also allow the stars in the heavens to recuperate.

If this continues for a long time, the primordial power of the stars in the heavens will replenish itself in just a few eons, which can be described as killing two birds with one stone!

However, this method is indeed very unfriendly to the demon race, or more accurately, it is unfriendly to all living beings on the prehistoric land, with the demon race being the most severely affected.

Zhen Yuanzi snorted coldly and said, "I think the Grand Celestial Venerable doesn't need to overthink this matter. Just do as instructed. Isn't the current loss of the primordial power of the Zhou Tian stars a consequence of the sins committed by those two races? It's time for them to pay the price!"

Everyone nodded in agreement with Zhen Yuanzi's words. Even the usually amiable Hongyun didn't say anything, since the Wu and Yao clans had indeed committed a grave mistake regarding the Zhou Tian stars.

This is exactly the effect Donghua wanted: great order after great chaos, and everything seemed so reasonable.

"The sins committed by the Wu and Yao races will be made to pay for, but now that I am the Primordial Heavenly Emperor, I should treat all races equally. It would be best to appease the Yao race. I will trouble Fellow Daoist Fuxi to make the trip then!"

Fuxi said, "It's not hard work for the Primordial World, the Heavenly Court, or His Majesty. I'll take this opportunity to see my old friends to prevent them from going astray. Besides, I still have to complete the tasks assigned by the Great Heavenly Venerable, so I need to investigate in advance."

Donghua laughed heartily, seemingly oblivious to Fuxi's resentment.

Fuxi then said, "Great Heavenly Venerable, the Heavenly Court is now on the right track, with Heavenly Laws and Decrees above and various systems below. This Yuanhui (a unit of time) is too long, and I cannot stay in the Heavenly Court for long. I hope Your Majesty will understand!"

"It's alright, it's alright. Just go find your path. With me and Tai Zhen in the Central Heavenly Court, everything will be fine. Before you leave, hand over your work to Shao Siming!"

"yes!"

Donghua looked at the Queen Mother of the West and asked, "Junior Sister, I have an idea. I'd like to send Xuanming and Xuanqiong to cultivate under a sage. Staying in the Heavenly Court for too long might cause them to develop bad character traits. What do you think about this?"

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