Grand Competition of the Three Sects (Finale)

Laozi slowly walked up to the high platform, his voice clearly resounding throughout the entire venue.

"The top five in the competition, Duobao, Xuandu, Nanji, Yunxiao, and Wudang, step forward to receive the award."

The five people stepped forward and bowed in greeting.

Laozi nodded slightly, "You are all exceptionally talented and have a firm belief in the Dao; you should be role models for the Xuanmen (Daoist sect)."

I hereby bestow upon you one Nine-Turn Golden Elixir, one Top-grade Houtian Spiritual Treasure, and one Yellow Middle Plum. I hope you will cultivate diligently and attain the Great Dao as soon as possible."

As soon as he finished speaking, five beams of immortal light flew into the hands of the five people respectively.

Sensing the immense energy and Dao aura contained within the elixirs, treasures, and fruits, the five couldn't contain their joy and exclaimed in unison, "Thank you for your generous gift, Master (Senior Uncle)!"

"Sixth to tenth place..."

Laozi continued to announce that the disciples who received the Ren Shui Pan Tao were overjoyed.

The entire square was filled with voices of envy and admiration, all saying that the Three Teachings had profound cultural heritage and were generous in their spending.

Just then, a clear and arrogant voice suddenly rang out throughout the entire venue, instantly drowning out all the discussions.

"The Grand Competition of the Three Sects, with ten thousand immortals paying homage, is such a grand event! To dismiss these juniors with such paltry gifts is far too petty."

As soon as the words were spoken, everyone's eyes instantly turned to the source of the sound.

On the VIP seats, a woman of unparalleled nobility slowly rose to her feet. She was none other than Yuanfeng, the patriarch of the Phoenix Clan.

"Fellow Daoists, this grand occasion is a blessing for the Primordial World, but the rewards seem rather meager. I, your humble sister, am willing to add some prizes for the top ten disciples."

Before she finished speaking, Yuanfeng waved her hand, and ten radiant phoenix feathers floated in the air, each containing the pure essence of the Southern Bright Lihuo, its divine light contained within.

"This is the life-bound feather of my Phoenix Clan. Although it is not an innate object, it has been personally refined by my younger sister, making it both offensive and defensive. In critical moments, it can even draw upon a trace of the immortal essence to protect its master."

Yuanfeng's gaze swept over the disciples below the stage, and she smiled, "Let's give this prize to the top ten in this competition."

These words shocked everyone present.

For cultivators below the Great Luo level, such treasures are equivalent to having an extra life.

The Immortal Nanjí, Daoist Duobao, Yunxiao, Saint Mother Wudang Xuandu, these top-ranking individuals, immediately stepped forward and bowed in respect.

"Yuanfeng so much for your generous gift, Senior Yuanfeng!"

In the corner, the Ancestral Dragon, dressed in a dragon robe, curled his lip and muttered to the First Qilin beside him, "Hmph, she's stolen all the limelight. She's really putting on an act."

First Qilin nodded steadily, deeply agreeing, "Indeed, this gesture not only gives face to the Three Pure Ones but also showcases the Phoenix Clan's profound heritage—a win-win situation."

On the high platform, Tongtian laughed heartily, "Fellow Yuanfeng, what a spirit!"

To celebrate the outstanding talents of my Three Teachings' disciples, I propose that we hold a grand feast of Immortal Fruit in my Jade Pure Palace on Golden Ao Island, and invite all fellow Daoists to join in the festivities. What do you say?

Yuanshi nodded, a hint of a smile in his eyes, "Third brother's suggestion is excellent; it will surely enhance the friendship between all parties."

Everyone readily agreed, and the matter was settled.

Chu Feng smiled slightly and waved his hand casually. A cloud of Enlightenment Tea and numerous Innate Spiritual Fruit, radiating countless rays of light, flew towards the Tongtian Sect Master.

Nuwa and Fuxi understood each other perfectly and took out the fruit that had grown from the Gourd Vine spirit root that they had treasured for many years.

The three ancient overlords Yuanfeng, Ancestral Dragon, First Qilin, were naturally unwilling to lag behind.

Dragon Liver, Phoenix Gall, and Qilin Horn (left behind when cultivators of the three races perished; the three races can also manufacture them themselves, but will lose some of their cultivation).

Rare delicacies and rare Spirit Materials, uncommon in the Primordial World, piled up like mountains.

Hong Yun and Zhen Yuanzi were even more generous; the former took out the Innate Spiritual Energy crystal from the Nine-Nine Red Cloud Soul Scattering Gourd, while the latter directly contributed several Ginseng Fruit.

The Twelve Ancestral Witches exchanged a glance, and Dijiang stepped forward, saying calmly:

"Our Witch Clan is not skilled in alchemy or weapon crafting. These are body -Body-Tempering Spirit Liquid that we refined using the Turbid Qi from the Pangu Hall combined with the essence of heaven and earth. They may help the younger generation temper their physical bodies."

One hundred small jade bottles flew out, and the immense power of blood and qi contained within them made all the body cultivation disciples present turn their heads in surprise.

Seeing everyone's reaction, Laozi swept his whisk, and hundreds of golden pills flew out, filling the air with their fragrance.

"This is a golden elixir I refined in my spare time. Although it is not a nine-stage elixir, it can still solidify the foundation of one's cultivation and improve one's progress."

Looking at the dazzling array of rare treasures before him, Tongtian felt a surge of pride and cupped his hands in greeting to everyone.

"Thank you all for your kindness! On behalf of my disciples, I express my gratitude!"

After exchanging pleasantries, Tongtian immediately ordered his Seven Attendant Immortals immortals to make arrangements, and a grand immortal banquet that swept across the entire Golden Ao Island began.

At the grand banquet, the disciples of the Three Teachings sat at separate tables, and the powerful beings of the Primordial World, whom they rarely saw on ordinary days, were now right before their eyes.

They chatted happily, from ancient secrets to profound truths. Occasionally, when the mood struck them, they would casually utter a few words, which would cause a shower of words to fall from the sky and Golden Lotuses Springing from the Earth.

The disciples present were completely absorbed, and many of them suddenly saw the breakthroughs that had plagued them for years suddenly become clear in the midst of their conversation, with quite a few even achieving breakthroughs on the spot.

After a hundred days of grand banquet, Yuanshi and Laozi rose to prepare to lead their respective disciples back to their Daoist temples, Tongtian personally saw them off Jade Pure Palace.

Yuanshi looked at Tongtian solemnly and said, "Third brother, although you have many disciples, you must remember that excessive rigidity leads to breakage. You should prioritize their education and guidance, and never let them be tainted by too much karma."

Tongtian smiled and replied, "Second brother, rest assured, I know what I'm doing. My Interception Sect's doctrine is to teach all without discrimination, to seize every chance of survival. They have their own destiny."

Laozi slowly spoke, "The Dao follows nature; when conditions come together, they disperse; simply let nature take its course."

After saying this, he took Xuandu, mounted the green ox, and disappeared into the horizon.

Yuanshi also led his disciples back to the Jade Void Palace.

After seeing his two elder brothers off, Tongtian turned around and saw Dijiang exchanging pleasantries with Chu Feng.

"Fellow Daoist Chu, thank you for your hospitality. We are busy with affairs in the Underworld, so we will not disturb you any longer. If we have time in the future, we will definitely meet again," Dijiang said.

Chu Feng nodded with a smile, "Dijiang, you are too kind. The Underworld is the hub of the Primordial World. You have all worked hard. I will definitely visit the Underworld in the future."

Hong Yun stepped forward and said, "Fellow Daoist Zhen Yuanzi and I are willing to go with Ancestral Witch and do our part."

After Hong Yun attained enlightenment, nothing else happened.

Because she had a very good relationship with Zhen Yuanzi, and Zhen Yuanzi attained enlightenment through Houtu.

The underworld has been very busy lately, so she will naturally help.

Dijiang and the other Ancestral Witch were overjoyed upon hearing this and readily agreed. The group then set off in a grand procession towards the Netherworld Blood Sea.

The atmosphere in the room quieted down slightly. Tongtian turned his gaze to Chu Feng and warmly invited, "Fellow Daoist Chu, it's a rare opportunity for you to visit my Golden Ao Island. Why not stay here for a few days? It would be perfect for the two of us to have a discussion about the Dao."

Before Chu Feng could answer, Luohu Chu Feng already appeared beside him, affectionately taking his arm, and said to Tongtian, "Fellow Daoist Tongtian, we appreciate your kindness, but my husband and I have important matters to attend to, so we will not stay any longer."

The word "husband" caused the three women present— Yuanfeng, Ancestral Dragon, First Qilin —to simultaneously freeze in surprise.

Chu Feng gave a helpless, wry smile; he was already used to Luohu's acts of asserting sovereignty.

He could only agree with her, saying, "Indeed, there are some important matters to discuss Fellow Daoist Tongtian, let's talk about it another day."

Seeing Tongtian did not try to stop him.

Luohu's beautiful eyes swept over Yuanfeng, Ancestral Dragon, and First Qilin beside her, and she immediately ordered, "The three of you will also come with my husband and me to the Demon Realm to serve us."