Contesting the Remnant Magic Treasures!

Hongjun swept his gaze over them and shook his head, saying:

"You all have no karmic ties with me, so there's no need to speak of this matter further."

The disciple acceptance ceremony thus concluded.

Even though they felt unwilling in their hearts, no one dared to show their dissatisfaction.

They were all afraid that if they were the slightest bit careless, they would be suppressed by the enraged Hongjun and perish completely.

Suddenly, Everyone's hearts trembled, and their gazes fell upon Tongtian, who was seated at the head.

He... seemed not to have been accepted as a disciple either.

Their hearts instantly felt much lighter, and a hint of excitement flashed in many people's eyes as they put on an expression of watching a good show without fearing trouble.

They were all very curious how Tongtian would handle this situation.

Among them, Dijun, Taiyi, Yuanshi, and Laozi were paying the most attention.

Facing everyone's gaze, Tongtian appeared slightly surprised.

Immediately, the corners of his mouth curved upward, revealing a smile full of deep meaning.

Seeing this, Nuwa and Fuxi, disregarding etiquette, hurriedly looked at Hongjun and asked:

"Disciple, I boldly ask Master, why did you not take Tongtian (Sect Master) as a disciple?"

As soon as this was said, the entire Purple Heaven Palace fell into silence.

All eyes turned to the Dao Ancestor seated on the high throne.

"Tongtian will have his own destined fate in the future. His identity is special; he can stand as an equal to me."

Hongjun chuckled lightly, explaining in a calm tone, without any hint of annoyance.

However, these words, which were better left unsaid, caused Nuwa, Fuxi, and all the other powerful beings to stare in utter astonishment.

An equal to the Dao Ancestor?

This... this was simply too outrageous!

Their minds were shaken, and for a moment, they were at a loss for words to express the shock and complexity in their hearts.

After a long while, The sound of sharp inhales echoed through the Purple Heaven Palace, one after another.

Everyone finally recovered from their shock.

Their hearts were filled with a mixture of emotions, a sourness that was difficult to describe, as if an old jar of vinegar had been overturned.

"However, although Tongtian is not my disciple, this treasure is fated to be with him."

Hongjun saw everyone's reactions clearly, smiled faintly, and then waved his hand.

The next moment, four long swords exuding a sky-piercing killing aura appeared out of thin air, their sword intent chilling, causing hearts to palpitate.

Accompanying them was an unfathomably profound formation diagram.

The crisscrossing sword light made everyone's hearts pound, and they felt a strong sense of danger.

Jieyin and Zhunti's expressions changed drastically.

If one looked closely, one could even see endless fear in their eyes.

"These are the Immortal Slaying Four Swords, specializing in killing. They are top-tier Spiritual Treasures.

If the Immortal Slaying Formation Diagram is used as a guide to set up the Immortal Slaying Sword Formation, only four Saints working together can break it."

What???

Unbreakable by anyone less than four Saints?

As soon as Hongjun finished speaking, the Purple Heaven Palace erupted in an uproar.

This news, compared to "an equal to the Dao Ancestor," was even more shocking!

It was easy to imagine that with Tongtian, who had already become a Saint, obtaining such a supreme treasure, who in the Primordial World could contend with him?

Moreover, he would have Nuwa and Fuxi, two future Saints, as his backing!

In other words, the Intercepting Sect would possess the power of seven Saints in the future.

This... this was simply terrifying!

Simply terrifying!

Laozi and Yuanshi, who had been feeling somewhat smug moments ago, instantly wore grim expressions.

If one were to ask who was the most flustered at this moment, it would be these two.

They had thought that obtaining an Innate Supreme Treasure was already an unparalleled glory.

But compared to Tongtian, it was utterly insignificant.

Especially Yuanshi, who couldn't even control his emotions, his face filled with jealousy.

This scene made the great cultivators secretly laugh.

Fortunately, Laozi reminded him in time, and a greater embarrassment was avoided.

But from now on, the label "jealous" would likely stick to Yuanshi.

Tongtian paused slightly, then put away the Immortal Slaying Four Swords and the formation diagram.

"Thank you, fellow Daoist, for the treasure."

He thanked him frankly, without any hesitation.

Seeing the expectant looks in everyone's eyes, Hongjun chuckled lightly:

"Do not rush, all of you. Outside the Purple Heaven Palace, billions of miles away, on the Treasure Distribution Rock, there are still some spiritual treasures."

"After you all leave, you may take them according to your own destiny."

Upon hearing this, everyone was shaken, and then overjoyed.

From despair to hope, then to excitement, their emotions surged like a tide.

"Now that the treasures have been distributed, do any of you have further questions?"

"May I ask, Dao Ancestor, our Witch Race does not focus on cultivating the Primordial Spirit. Can we still achieve Sainthood?"

Just then, Houtu, who had been silent, stepped forward and asked with a firm tone.

As if he had anticipated this question, Hongjun shook his head without hesitation.

"The Witch Race does not cultivate the Primordial Spirit and does not follow the Heavenly Dao. It is difficult to achieve the fruit of Sainthood."

"However, under the Heavenly Dao, all living beings have a way out."

"You will also have a destined great opportunity in the future."

Everyone was stunned.

Hearing this, did it mean Houtu would achieve the realm of Primordial Grand Unity Golden Immortal in the future?

Dijun and Taiyi's expressions tightened slightly, then turned to joy.

This meant that the Witch Race would only have Houtu as a top-tier expert in the future, while their Demon Race had no such restriction.

With this shift in power, was the Witch Race still something to be feared?

"May I ask, Master, what kind of opportunity is it?"

A hint of surprise flashed across Houtu's face as she eagerly pressed for more information.

"Some things are not meant to be revealed. When the time is right, you will naturally understand."

Hongjun smiled slightly, his words filled with mystery, vague yet carrying undeniable authority.

Seeing that everyone remained silent, he paused briefly and then slowly spoke again.

"Pangu created the heavens and earth, and his body perished to become the Primordial World. I obtained the Jade Plate of Creation, and thus embarked on the path to Sainthood."

"However, the Heavenly Dao is still incomplete. I must preach the Dao three times for all beings before I can merge my body with the Heavenly Dao and mend the deficiencies of heaven and earth."

"After all this is concluded, I will merge with the Heavenly Dao."

"From then on, the Heavenly Dao will be Hongjun, and Hongjun will not be an individual. Unless the great trend of heaven and earth changes, I will no longer concern myself with worldly affairs."

"Cherish yourselves."

Merge with the Heavenly Dao?

Hongjun would no longer interfere in the mortal world from now on?

Upon hearing these words, the minds of the crowd churned, and they immediately began to discuss amongst themselves.

There was joy, and there was disappointment.

But overall, the joyful ones were in the majority.

Why? Who would want a sword hanging over their heads constantly?

Even so, the scene had to be maintained.

As if they had planned it beforehand, everyone pleaded in unison.

"Master, reconsider!!"

But Hongjun ignored them. With a flicker of his form, he vanished from the cloud bed.

While everyone was still in shock, Tongtian, who had already made his preparations in secret, flashed and disappeared.

Everyone was stunned, then reacted, their hearts filled with alarm.

Without a sound, everyone rushed towards the outside of the Purple Heaven Palace.

As Saints, coupled with his swift actions, Tongtian gained the advantage.

When he reached the Treasure Distribution Rock, the others were still chasing behind him.

He did not take all the treasures, only collecting more than half of them.

The remaining portion consisted mostly of mid-grade or low-grade Innate Spiritual Treasures, which held little value for him.

Not long after he collected the treasures, the powerful figures who arrived later all used their divine abilities, scrambling to snatch the remaining magical treasures.

As for the dissatisfaction with Tongtian? Let me ask: Who dares to speak up?

More importantly, although he took away the majority, he still left quite a bit behind.

Without interest in watching this scene of scrambling, Tongtian, along with Nuwa and others, headed straight for the Three Immortal Islands.

The three lectures were concluded, and it was the perfect time to improve their strength.

Upon arriving at the Three Immortal Islands.

Tongtian handed the acquired spiritual treasures to Fuxi, then entered a secret chamber to go into seclusion.

The realms after Saint are: twelve levels of Primordial Grand Unity Golden Immortal, six levels of Heavenly Dao, and three levels of Great Dao.

He had entered the Primordial realm quite some time ago, and with the substantial gains from the three lectures, he was quite confident that he would break through within three to five thousand years.

Fuxi, Nuwa, and the elders also entered their respective secret chambers, intending to refine the spiritual treasures and see if they could break through a minor realm in the process.

The Intercepting Sect had long since been on the right track, and with numerous clones managing the overall situation, their seclusion would have little impact.

What's more, with the current state of the Intercepting Sect, how many people would dare to act rashly?

As Tongtian went into seclusion, the other cultivators who had been scrambling at the Treasure Distribution Rock also returned one after another.

In the Heavenly Court.

Dijun summoned his confidants to the Hall of Supreme Harmony and said calmly:

"Regarding the methods to counter the Witch Race's Twelve Heavenly Gods and Demons Formation, I have a slight idea."

"Since the Purple Heaven Palace lecture has just ended, I will temporarily entrust the Heavenly Court to your care. I wish to go into seclusion to meditate deeply."

Upon hearing this, everyone's faces lit up with joy, and they all agreed.

As for Dijun's concern that the Heavenly Court might fall into chaos during his seclusion, they did not pay much attention.

What a joke!

The Heavenly Court's influence was currently at its peak. Besides Tongtian's Intercepting Sect, only the Witch Race still had the strength to fight.

The other forces would probably not dare to act rashly even if they were given ten times the courage!

Furthermore, the Dao Ancestor had already issued a decree, and within an Epoch, the Witch Race would not dare to act rashly. Otherwise, if the Dao Ancestor personally intervened, no one could stop him.

As for the Intercepting Sect, there had been no conflicts so far. Why would they make a move without reason?

If they were coveting the Heavenly Court's treasury, that would be another matter.

But now that the treasury's resources had long since vanished, what else could they be after?

In Kunlun Mountain.

"Second Brother, let's go into complete seclusion this time.

The calamity is approaching, and it's best to avoid it."

Laozi looked at Yuanshi with a solemn expression. Although his tone was not heavy, it carried an undeniable weight.

He was afraid that Yuanshi might become arrogant due to Hongjun bestowing treasures and attempt some action.

"That is only right."

Yuanshi nodded in agreement.

He understood that his elder brother's words were out of concern, so he did not get angry.

With the decision made, the two brothers did not linger any longer and turned to enter their respective secret chambers.

Mount Sumeru.

"Senior Brother, how should we deal with the karma related to fellow Daoist Hongyun?"

Thinking of Hongyun, Zhunti felt a headache coming on.

The karma forged for the Saintly Position had not yet been resolved, and now there were additional entanglements with several disciples and spiritual treasures.

How should this karma be repaid?

With what could it be repaid?

"Junior Brother need not worry. Since it cannot be repaid, then do not repay it."

Jieyin comforted him softly, but a cold glint flashed in his eyes.

He had already realized that this immense karma could not be repaid no matter what.

The only solution was to make Hongyun disappear completely.

"You mean... to have him..."

Zhunti's eyes lit up, and he made a throat-slitting gesture.

"Precisely. Only in this way can this karma be completely resolved."

Jieyin nodded slowly, his tone firm.

"But... Hongyun has always been inseparable from Zhenyuanzi, and furthermore, the Earth Book, this spiritual treasure, is in Zhenyuanzi's hands."

"With our abilities, we probably won't be able to deal with them for a while. Do we have to wait until we attain the Dao?"

Zhunti hesitated for a moment and voiced his concerns.

The Earth Book, formed from the primordial world's membrane, although it lacked powerful offensive capabilities, its defense was almost comparable to an Innate Supreme Treasure.

Without sufficiently powerful offensive magical treasures, even facing Hongyun and the other would make it difficult to kill them with a single blow.