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

Chapter 35 The Undying Volcano (Please continue reading, don't wait for the new book to finish reading)

Yuan Jin invited Dong Hua here today, definitely not just to express his gratitude, there must be other things he wants to ask, but he is not in a hurry.

After exchanging pleasantries, the two began chatting casually, like old friends who hadn't seen each other for years.

But in reality, this was the first time the two had met.

After a short while, Yuan Jin said, "Fellow Daoist, the reason I invited you here today is that I have a favor to ask of you."

Donghua casually replied, "Yes, fellow Daoist, please speak freely."

Yuan Jin pondered for a moment and said, "In the great war between the three races, the Dragon, Phoenix, and Qilin races caused immense slaughter, with hundreds of millions of lives wiped out, many innate saints dying, and countless mountains and rivers destroyed. This was disliked and loathed by the newly born Heavenly Dao."

"Therefore, the merits and fortune of the Phoenix Clan in driving out and eliminating the ferocious beasts and maintaining the order of heaven and earth were completely exhausted, and countless members of the clan died or were injured."

At this point, Yuan Jin stopped, sighing deeply.

"When the great calamity comes, there is no gate to fortune or misfortune; it is summoned by oneself. If our clan had not had the ambition to dominate the primordial world, we would not have suffered this terrible consequence."

Donghua thought to himself, "Indeed, it's not suitable to dominate the prehistoric world; dominating the prehistoric world is a dead end."

After a short while, Yuan Jin continued, "Later, the Yuan Feng Clan Chief lamented the enormous evil he and the Phoenix Clan had committed, and took all the blame upon himself, vowing to use his Dao body to eternally suppress the Undying Volcano. If the volcano is not subdued, the Yuan Feng will not emerge."

"Our clan has also completely withdrawn from the prehistoric world, and now we retreat to the south of the sky to accompany Ancestor Yuanfeng in guarding the Undying Volcano."

Donghua was also aware of this history: the war between the three races led to the eruption of the Tiannan Undying Volcano; the four seas were in turmoil, and the sea eye was shattered; the mountains, rivers, and ley lines of the continent were destroyed, causing indelible damage to the newly born primordial world.

The Great Dao naturally doesn't care about the life or death of the primordial world, but the Heavenly Dao is different.

The primordial world was like his home; if the primordial world were gone, the Heavenly Dao would naturally dissipate.

Yuan Jin: "Fellow Daoist Taiwei, what I ask of you today is that you help my clan overcome this calamity."

Donghua asked, puzzled, "A calamity? Who would want to cause trouble for the Phoenix Clan now?"

If we're talking about the Dragon Clan, then there's something to say, since the Dragon Clan still occupies the four seas. But the Phoenix Clan only has the southern part of the land, so how could anyone possibly be an enemy of the Phoenix Clan?

Even a broken ship has three thousand nails. Don't be fooled by how low-key the three races are these days; they might still have some tricks up their sleeves.

How could a race capable of dominating an entire era of the primordial world be simple?

Yuan Jin shook his head and said, "Fellow Daoist, you misunderstand. Our clan's calamity is not an external threat, but an internal one. Fellow Daoist should be aware of the formation of the Undying Volcano."

The immortal volcano is the fire that existed when heaven and earth were first created, composed of earth, water, fire, and wind.

At the beginning of time, the Heaven-Opening Axe transformed into the Taiji Diagram, the Pangu Banner, and the Chaos Bell. These three supreme treasures were created specifically to counteract the elements of earth, fire, water, and wind in the universe.

Earth, fire, water, and wind are the components of heaven and earth. But in the beginning, they were extremely violent and filled the world. That's why the three great treasures stabilized earth, fire, water, and wind.

As expected, the Three Treasures did not disappoint, and in the end, the earth, fire, water, and wind were calmed down.

But the source of the fire remained incredibly violent, and it was suppressed in the south, where it was known as the immortal volcano.

Donghua exclaimed in surprise, "Could it be that the Undying Volcano is acting strangely again?"

Fire, being extremely strong and yang, is also the most difficult of the four natural calamities to deal with. Since the beginning of time, the primordial world has experienced natural upheavals.

Yuan Jin nodded solemnly and said, "That's right. In recent years, the Undying Volcano has been erupting frequently for some unknown reason, and several members of our clan have already lost their lives as a result. The Phoenix Ancestor sent a message, telling us to seek help from outsiders, but said nothing more."

"It just so happens that Fellow Daoist Taiwei is here, so I'd like to ask for your help. Fellow Daoist is a master of prehistoric formations."

That's true. Dongwanggong was a master of formations. The Ten Thousand Immortals Formation, one of the four great formations of the Primordial World, was created by Dongwanggong.

However, for Donghua now, the Ten Thousand Immortals Formation is completely nonexistent.

Donghua thought about it for a moment and decided that he could agree to it. He would first go and see what the situation was like at the Undying Volcano and see if he could handle it.

"Fellow Daoist, I am currently unaware of the situation regarding the volcano and will need to examine it before I can give you an answer."

Yuan Jin nodded without hesitation.

The two then headed towards the immortal volcano.

Upon reaching the depths of the volcano, the temperature rose higher and higher, and the desolation grew, with only countless array lights emanating from all around.

At the nodes of the formation, members of the Phoenix Clan were maintaining the great formation.

Seeing this scene, Donghua couldn't help but sigh, "The Phoenix Clan truly loves Yuanfeng."

Donghua immediately realized that these formations were not meant to suppress the volcano, but rather to share the power of the eruption and to help Yuanfeng.

Regardless, this was indeed a great contribution to the primordial world.

Donghua: "The Phoenix Clan has performed great deeds for Heaven and Earth!"

Upon hearing Donghua's words, Yuan Jin fell silent. In truth, he didn't need the merit. Ever since the Phoenix Clan withdrew from the center of the prehistoric world, they had been guarding the volcano here.

How can the sins committed by an entire clan be borne by Phoenix Ancestor alone? All members of the Phoenix Clan voluntarily share the burden with Yuan Feng.

Many members of the tribe have died here as a result.

However, nowadays, in order to better control the world and achieve the great power of the Heavenly Court, the demon race has begun to smear the three races everywhere, listing the crimes committed by the three races, but not mentioning the merits of the three races at all.

This infuriated the three elders, but there was nothing they could do.

But now Donghua has spoken up and admitted that the Phoenix Clan has done great deeds for heaven and earth, which makes her extremely happy.

Don't underestimate this simple statement; it all depends on who says it.

Donghua is a primordial deity recognized by Heaven and Earth, the Eastern Wood Duke; the Eastern Emperor recognized by the divine way; the head of male immortals personally appointed by the immortal Hongjun; and the Eastern King of the Purple Mansion known to all living beings.

Donghua's words sound simple, but they represent his recognition of the Phoenix Clan based on his identity and the path he cultivates.

When these words are spoken, Heaven and Earth will respond, and all sentient beings who cultivate the Purple Palace method will also receive a response.

This is the true power of heaven and earth, the might of a ruler of a region, and the holy might of a quasi-saint.

People of Donghua's stature never make vows or endorse things lightly, because their words and actions are already in accordance with the Dao.

Of course, not all quasi-saints possess such power; the difference between quasi-saints can be as vast as heaven and earth.

Yuan Jin bowed solemnly to Donghua and said, "Thank you for your recognition, Your Majesty the Eastern King. I am deeply grateful."

"No need for formalities. The sins of the Phoenix Clan should be known to the world, but the merits of the Phoenix Clan should not be forgotten either. Merits are merits, and faults are faults."

Upon hearing this, Yuan Jin was moved to tears.

In his heart, he thought, "This Dongwanggong is indeed as Zhulong said, a truly virtuous and capable man. Our Phoenix Clan should befriend him."

Donghua didn't check on Yuanjin's condition because he was drawn to a voice in his mind.

"Thank you, young friend. I, Yuanfeng, am deeply grateful!" These words echoed in Donghua's mind after he finished speaking.

Upon hearing this, Donghua was so frightened that he immediately used his primordial spirit power and the Pure World White Lotus to search for any abnormalities within his body. He communicated with his divine sense, knowing that he understood.

But the fact that it could enter his mind silently was terrifying.

At this moment, another voice came: "Young friend, you are indeed cautious, but don't worry, I am inside the volcano and cannot come out."

Donghua did not give up the search, but also said, "Senior is truly skilled, worthy of being called the Phoenix Ancestor."

A playful laugh rang out: "I'm not teasing you anymore, you're such a boring kid."

This time, Donghua clearly felt that the words came from inside the volcano.

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