Shen Gongbao Takes a Master

"Our Interception Sect teaches all without discrimination, focusing solely on character and disregarding social background."

As Zhao Gongming led Shen Gongbao forward, he glanced at the various cultivators on the island.

"Junior sister, you see, there are mountain spirits and wild monsters in human form, there are Innate Human Race seeking the Dao, and there are even ghost immortals who do not want to enter the cycle of reincarnation."

As long as one's heart is turned towards the Great Dao, all are fellow Interception Sect.

Master often said, "The Great Dao is fifty, the Heavenly Evolution Forty-Nine, and one escapes. All things have that sliver of hope. We cultivators seek only that sliver of hope, so why should we create barriers for ourselves?"

These words deeply shocked Shen Gongbao.

She looked into the distance and saw a huge black tiger lying on the ground, letting a seven or eight-year-old child climb all over its back.

Black Tiger yawned lazily, his eyes full of doting affection.

She then saw a ghostly immortal surrounded by yin energy, fiercely debating with a Daoist priest holding a whisk. The two were sometimes red-faced and sometimes laughing heartily, showing no prejudice against each other.

All of this was in stark contrast to the cold, austere, and strictly hierarchical atmosphere of the Jade Void Palace on Kunlun Mountain!

There, even breathing seemed to require extreme caution, for fear of violating some Heavenly Rules or angering some senior brother.

Here, there is freedom and tolerance.

The grievances accumulated over a thousand years seemed to melt away in this moment as if by a warm current.

"This... this is the paradise of my path!"

Shen Gongbao's eyes welled up slightly, and his voice trembled almost imperceptibly.

Seeing her expression, Zhao Gongming smiled knowingly and patted her shoulder, "Since you were recommended by Senior Chu, you must have extraordinary abilities, Junior Sister."

"Once you've joined the Interception Sect, we're family now, so there's no need to be reserved."

As they spoke, the two arrived in front of the Jade Pure Palace.

The palace gates were wide open; there was no need to announce it.

Inside the palace, on a cloud bed, sat an exceptionally beautiful Daoist priest.

To her left and right sat a Head Disciple of the Sect of Interception priest of noble bearing, radiating auspicious light, and a female immortal in a ceremonial robe and star-studded crown, exuding majesty and cold beauty. They were none other than Daoist Duobao chief disciple of the Jie Sect, and his personal disciple Saint Mother Jin Ling.

At this moment, the Tongtian Sect Master seemed to have just finished expounding a great Dao, and was smiling as he looked at his two disciples below.

Zhao Gongming led Shen Gongbao into the palace and bowed to the cloud bed. "Reporting to Master, this fellow Shen Gongbao has come to join our Interception Sect on the recommendation of Senior Chu Feng!"

"Oh? Fellow Chu Feng would actually recommend someone to me?"

Tongtian's lips curled into a smile of interest.

Clearly, the name Chu Feng carries immense weight with her.

She looked at Shen Gongbao and slowly said, "I have heard that you were originally Chan Sect."

Tell me, why did you betray Chan and join Jie?

Faced with the sage's question, Shen Gongbao felt awe but not the slightest fear.

She prostrated herself again, and said in a clear and resounding voice, neither humble nor arrogant, "Your Majesty! I have come not to betray you, but to seek the Dao!"

"I have served the Chan Sect for a thousand years with utmost diligence and have never dared to slacken in the slightest."

However, the Chan Sect valued lineage over diligence, and disciples were dismissed as mere creatures with fur and horns simply because of their origins.

A thousand years of arduous cultivation, yet not a single word of true teachings! This disciple is unwilling to accept this! Under the Great Dao, all beings are equal, so why is it that diligent cultivation is less rewarding than that of those born into nobility?

I had long heard of the Interception Sect that embraced all without discrimination, but now I realize that such a true place for seeking the Dao still exists in this world!

Today, thanks to Senior Chu Feng's guidance, my mind has been enlightened. Therefore, I have come here, hoping to seek the true Dao here and not waste this life's cultivation!

His words were powerful and heartfelt!

He transformed all the grievances and resentments of a thousand years into his dedication and pursuit of the Great Dao!

The Tongtian Sect Master listened quietly, his smile growing even wider.

"Well said! Under the Great Way, all beings are equal!"

She nodded slightly and said approvingly, "Fellow Daoist Chu has always had a keen eye. Since he was willing to expend the power of the Great Dao to reshape your Dao foundation and directly enlighten you to the Daluo Golden Immortal realm, it is evident that your temperament and aptitude are both of the highest quality."

When our Interception Sect disciples, sincerity is the first priority, followed by fate. Since you have this sincerity and the fate with Fellow Chu Feng, I will accept you as my disciple."

The Tongtian Sect Master made the final decision. "From this day forward, you will be an outer disciple of my Interception Sect, ranking after Zhao Gongming."

I hope you will cultivate diligently in the future, and not let down Fellow Daoist Chu and my expectations!

Shen Gongbao was overjoyed upon hearing this!

The boulder that had weighed on my heart for a thousand years finally fell to the ground with a resounding crash!

Without the slightest hesitation, he kowtowed deeply before the cloud bed, saying, "Disciple Shen Gongbao greets Master!"

"Hahaha, great!"

The Tongtian Sect Master laughed heartily, clearly in a very good mood.

The Daoist Duobao stood up, a kind smile on his face, and held a brand-new blue Daoist robe and a black iron token in his hand.

She walked up to Shen Gongbao and handed him the things. "Junior Sister Shen, please rise quickly."

Having entered my sect, you shall abide by the rules of my Interception Sect:

First, protect fellow disciples and prevent internal strife.

Secondly, they do not bully the weak or oppress rogue cultivators.

Thirdly, do not cause harm to the common people and only increase your Karma. These three points, junior sister, must keep in mind."

"Your disciple will remember!" Shen Gongbao replied hastily.

The Saint Mother Jin Ling also revealed a slight smile, "Junior Sister is now Daluo Golden Immortal, and her Dao Foundation has been personally reshaped by Senior Chu Feng, making her extraordinary."

You may choose a Immortal Mountain cave on the island to cultivate diligently. If you encounter any difficulties in your cultivation in the future, you may come to us for guidance."

"Thank you so much, Senior Sister!"

Shen Gongbao felt a warm glow in his heart as he accepted the Daoist robe and token. They felt heavy, carrying not only his identity but also a long-lost sense of belonging.

She immediately changed into a brand-new blue Daoist robe from the Interception Sect.

The Daoist robe was embroidered with Supreme Purity Immortal Markings, radiating spiritual light. The moment it was put on, one felt as if connected to the entire energy of Golden Ao Island.

Seeing her like this, Zhao Gongming patted her shoulder with a smile and said, "Junior Sister Shen, come on, I'll take you to choose a cave dwelling and settle down."

By the way, let me introduce you to all the senior brothers and sisters on the island. Our Interception Sect is thriving now!

Shen Gongbao nodded in agreement and followed Zhao Gongming out of the Jade Pure Palace.

At this moment, the sky Golden Ao Island is clear and blue, with auspicious clouds swirling around, and flocks of cranes circling in the air.

She couldn't help but glance back in the direction of Kunlun Mountain, sighed softly, and looked on with a complicated expression.

As soon as they stepped out of the Jade Pure Palace, a graceful female fairy dressed in a light blue silk dress came to greet them.

"Is it the new Junior Sister Shen? My name is Qingluo. I have been cultivating here for eight hundred years and am most familiar with the spiritual veins throughout the island."

As she spoke, she pointed to a cliff shrouded in mist in the distance, "There is still an unclaimed cave at Tidewatching Cliff, with a direct path to the water vein at the foot of the cliff, and an ancient pine tree at the top of the cliff that is full of spiritual energy, making it the most suitable place for cultivation."

Seeing that Shen Gongbao was somewhat interested, Qingluo made another hand seal, and a vibrant green leaf appeared out of thin air, slowly floating in front of Shen Gongbao: "Junior sister can ride this leaf to travel to the islands. It will be effective within three days. First, choose the place you like."

Shen Gongbao accepted the green leaf, feeling a surge of goodwill towards this warm-hearted senior sister. "Thank you for your guidance, Senior Sister Qingluo."

In the end, she chose Tidewatching Cliff.

Just as Qingluo said, this place is serene and rich in spiritual energy, making it an excellent place for cultivation.

Just as the cave dwelling was chosen, a fair-skinned and rosy- Biyun Child came to register it...