Following Closely

Immediately after, boundless auspicious energy surged forth, and rolling spiritual energy erupted from all corners of the Primordial World, with chains of divine order manifesting in the mortal realm!

Countless beings broke through their realms in an instant, and surges of power erupted across the Primordial World.

Especially Wuji Heaven—

It was enveloped by boundless Heavenly Dao order.

This not only meant Wuji Heaven had received the Heavenly Dao's favor but also represented its protection!

Witnessing this scene, all beings were astonished.

The Heavenly Dao was actually protecting Wuji Heaven!

All beings in the Primordial World trembled.

They vaguely guessed that the Longevity Immortal Venerable had reached a critical juncture in achieving the Dao and needed **.

But why such a grand spectacle!

Everyone clearly sensed: If anyone dared approach Wuji Heaven at this moment, they would be annihilated by the Heavenly Dao!

How astonishing!

The Heavenly Dao itself was protecting the Dao!

This was prestige!

As expected of the Longevity Immortal Venerable's eldest son!

Even the Six Saints of the Primordial World were horrified.

The Six Saints had just returned from Purple Heaven Palace and were about to return to their respective dojos when the phenomenon of Lu Changqing achieving sainthood suddenly erupted.

The Longevity Immortal Venerable had already become a Saint… So quickly!

Taiqing spoke, his expression no longer calm.

Yuanshi, Tongtian, and the others felt their hearts churning.

Recalling their own paths to sainthood, had they not endured countless tribulations and searched for opportunities before finally becoming Saints?

Yet, Lu Changqing not only achieved sainthood swiftly but also had the Heavenly Dao personally **.

Even if it was just a phantom image of the Heavenly Dao Divine Wheel, it was enough to shock all heavens!

The Longevity Immortal Venerable was truly extraordinary."

Nuwa sighed softly, her emotions unsettled.

Jieyin and Zhunti were even more envious.

With such favor from the Heavenly Dao, how could the West not flourish?

However, such fortune was ultimately not for ordinary beings to enjoy.

Even the Dao Ancestor Hongjun might not be able to achieve it!

Jieyin and Zhunti had not expected—their speculations were precisely correct.

Inside Purple Heaven Palace.

Hongjun's brow furrowed slightly, a knot of frustration in his chest.

Heavenly Dao, your favoritism is too much!

Even I have not received such preferential treatment!

Why is this so!

Does merely holding Merit grant you the right to be so reckless!

Hongjun's anger grew.

However, the clamor outside could not disturb Lu Changqing in the slightest.

At this moment, he casually picked up a Hunyuan Dao Fruit and floated out of seclusion.

Achieving the Dao and becoming a Saint was as easy as strolling in a garden for him.

Kunpeng and the other two attendants were initially stunned. It was only when they saw Lu Changqing appear that they seemed to awaken from a dream, their shock irrepressible.

They immediately bowed to welcome him, their postures humble:

Congratulations, Great Master, on achieving Hunyuan, transcending the Three Realms, and attaining eternal existence."

Lu Changqing did not reply. He stood in the air, his voice echoing through the Primordial World:

I, Lu Changqing, have now achieved Hunyuan, benefiting all living beings. I shall bestow upon the world the Merit Rain of Three Suns, bringing universal benefit to all things."

As these words were spoken, the Primordial World erupted.

What ambition!

As Lu Changqing appeared, the hearts of Kunpeng and the other two were like storm-tossed waves.

Their Great Master had truly reached Hunyuan!

That Saintly might was undeniable!

Is there any reason for such rapid sainthood?

The three hurriedly stepped forward to offer congratulations.

Lu Changqing, however, acted as if he hadn't heard, directly announcing to the Primordial World: He would bestow three days of merit-filled sweet rain to nourish all beings!

In an instant, the three's knees went weak, almost causing them to fall to the ground.

Merit rain?

Lasting for three days and nights?

What an astonishing feat!

At this moment, everyone saw golden radiance flowing around the Great Master, and his brows were clearly etched with two words—

Generous!

All beings in the Primordial World trembled.

The world erupted in an uproar!

Countless gazes focused on the figure above the nine heavens, whose might suppressed the world, filled with disbelief.

Three consecutive days of merit-filled sweet rain?

Is this something mortals can achieve?

How much merit would it cost?

Could Lu Changqing's merit truly be inexhaustible?

Meanwhile, Lu Changqing remained silent.

He was currently in a battle of wits with the system in his sea of consciousness.

Ding, the system has determined this action to be an unprovoked gift, violating the rules. Please, host, retract your decree.

Upon hearing this, Lu Changqing decisively refused.

How could he give up!

If he didn't do this, how else could he spend it?

How could he possibly deplete my trillions of merit points?

Having finally found an excuse, he absolutely could not change his mind!

He then argued with the system.

"How is this not in accordance with the rules? I believe it is most appropriate."

"System, look, have the beings of the Primordial World helped me create this world?"

System: "Yes."

"Since that is the case, are they not under my command?"

System: "Yes."

"Then, is it not natural for an employer to reward his employees?"

This...

The system was momentarily speechless.

It seemed logical, yet it also felt wrong.

After a moment, the system found a loophole.

"What about those beings who did not participate in the creation of the world?"

"They did not contribute any effort, yet they received benefits for nothing. Is this not an unprovoked gift?"

"Such actions are indeed gifts."

Lu Changqing secretly praised the system's quick wit, having truly found a flaw.

Fortunately, he was even more cunning.

"You truly are rigid. Do you understand what 'recruiting the worthy' means?"

"If I don't bestow some favor, how will others willingly come to Wuji Heaven? How can I attract more talented individuals to serve?"

"This is all necessary publicity and a legitimate cost expenditure!"

Lu Changqing said righteously.

These principles of commerce left the system dumbfounded, and it did not respond for a long time.

Lu Changqing would not allow it to ponder further and immediately made a decision:

"You take your time to comprehend. This matter is settled!"

He was secretly overjoyed.

To squander merit, what couldn't be done?

At this moment.

The beings of the Primordial World gradually regained their senses.

Immediately, their minds were shaken, and they found it hard to believe.

"As expected of the Lord of Wuji Heaven, he truly bestowed the sweet rain of Merit."

Inside Wuzhuang Temple, Zhen Yuanzi sighed with a face full of bitterness.

Beside him, Hong Yun also had mixed feelings.

He recalled selling the Primordial Violet Qi for two hundred million Merit in the past, calling it immense fortune and believing his Merit was unmatched in the Primordial World.

He had been complacent, holding onto that Merit.

How wonderful!

Yet, compared to Lu Changqing, he was like a beggar!

To have a Merit rain descend for three consecutive days, what kind of astonishing Merit reserves did one need to dare to do this?

At this moment, Hong Yun finally understood what true generosity was!

This was true magnanimity!

Gazing up at the figure in the nine heavens, he felt even more extraordinary and refined!

Longevity Immortal Venerable, truly rich enough to rival a world, possessing both talent and virtue!

No!

Now, he should be respectfully addressed as Saint Changqing!

Just then.

Heaven and Earth roared.

Across the Primordial World, golden rain showered down.

This rain was not ordinary water, but drops of brilliant Merit!

"Mother, heavenly Merit is falling!"

In this instant.

Regardless of mortals, Yao, Mo, cultivators, or ancient great powers.

They all emerged from their dwellings.

Facing this divinely bestowed opportunity, all beings were stunned!

Saint Changqing, he truly kept his word!

The next moment, without hesitation, they immediately sat down, fully refining the Merit!

Although each drop of Merit was meager, accumulating earth forms a mountain, wouldn't that be a massive amount!

On the ninth heaven.

The Six Saints of the Primordial World were all dumbfounded, speechless for a long time.

The Saints lowered their gaze, staring at the misty drizzle in their palms.

It was indeed pure Merit, without a doubt.

They did not make a move to seize it—how could they compete with the common folk for benefits and still maintain their dignity?

Moreover, this Merit was but a drop in the ocean for Saints. How much could be absorbed from three days of fine rain?

What truly shocked the Saints' hearts was Lu Changqing's astonishing feat!

They had known Lu Changqing was wealthy.

But they had never expected him to be this wealthy!

The three-day Merit rain enveloped the entire Primordial World.

If the total amount were calculated, it would be an immeasurable astronomical figure.

Even with enlightened Saint hearts, it was difficult to imagine what astonishing wealth that was!

Immortal Venerable Changqing, this... is truly too extravagant!

Taiqing and the others' mouths twitched, sighing inwardly.

Could such a grand gesture be imagined by ordinary people?

This was no longer a matter of squandering wealth, it was practically emptying the family coffers!

For a full three days.

The fine Merit rain never ceased.

The Primordial World, therefore, fell into a state of peace and harmony.

Even enemies who had been fighting for their lives moments before immediately sat down, focusing on refining the Merit.

Over the three days, sounds of breakthroughs erupted one after another, echoing in all directions.

Under the nourishment of the continuous light rain, countless heavenly materials and earthly treasures sprouted sentience and transformed.

Mountains, rivers, plants, and stones, as long as they contained spiritual essence, were all blessed by creation.

The Primordial World became even more vibrant.

Mountains stretched their waists, plants opened their eyes, and ginseng roots extended small hands from the soil.

Even the earth itself rolled over and sat up.

The entire forest seemed to awaken suddenly.

This scene was not an isolated incident but appeared simultaneously across the Primordial World.

These newly sentient beings were filled with gratitude towards Wuji Heaven.

They understood that their lives were a gift from Wuji Heaven.

Other beings were equally astounded.

This rain of Merit was truly a spectacle of the Primordial World!

It was unprecedented since the creation of heaven and earth!

"We are witnessing history!"

Inside Wuzhuang Temple, Zhen Yuanzi was overcome with emotion.

Seeing more and more beings awaken from their seclusion, their faces were filled with joy.

Everyone's cultivation had improved as a result.

After their joy subsided, countless beings of the Primordial World turned towards Wuji Heaven and bowed piously.

"We thank Saint Changqing!"

"We thank Saint Changqing!"

"We thank Saint Changqing!"

Billions of beings felt heartfelt gratitude towards Lu Changqing for the opportunity he bestowed.

However, Lu Changqing paid no mind to this.

He was using the Heavenly Dao Divine Staff to check the Merit consumed over the past three days.

"Good, three hundred billion Merit has been consumed."

After the check, Lu Changqing was satisfied and secretly pleased.

At this moment, the system suddenly issued a prompt:

Ding, the rules have been perfected, this method can no longer be used.

The system had finally discovered and patched the loophole.

Lu Changqing snorted lightly, thinking it was stingy.

He then dismissed it from his mind.

Regardless, this consumption of three hundred billion Merit had achieved his goal.

As he regained his senses, Lu Changqing noticed that the luck of Wuji Heaven was also growing increasingly prosperous.

This was not unexpected.

The three-day rain of Merit had benefited all beings, a tangible blessing.

In comparison, the other Saints seemed dim.

It was even more popular than when Hongjun preached back then.

Hongjun's preaching only benefited great powers and cultivators.

Lu Changqing's rain of Merit, however, had benefited all beings in the Primordial World.

Thus, his luck naturally flourished.

However, while luck might be crucial to others, Lu Changqing cared nothing for it.

The ebb and flow of luck had no impact on him.

At this moment, all he thought about was how to continue consuming Merit.

However.

The luck that Lu Changqing disregarded was something one person valued greatly.

That person was Hongjun.

At this moment, Hongjun's expression had turned ashen.

Lu Changqing could clearly sense that the luck of Purple Firmament Palace was continuously draining.

This was entirely because he had used Merit to benefit all beings, his reputation soared, and the luck of Wuji Heaven reached its peak.

As one side rose, the other declined.

The luck of the Purple Firmament Palace was inevitably affected.

If this continues, I fear even my own destiny will be plundered by Lu Changqing!

Lu Changqing, must you be my enemy?

If Lu Changqing could hear Hongjun's words, he would surely be confused.

What destiny or the like? He was busy squandering his own, why would he care about such things.

For instance, right now.

Just as countless beings of the Primordial World were kneeling and thanking Saint Changqing, Lu Changqing spoke again.

And this time, his words once again shook the entire Primordial World!

"I, Saint Changqing, hereby proclaim to the Primordial World: a hundred years from now, I will impart the method of achieving sainthood in Wuji Heaven—the Hunyuan Dao Scripture."

"By cultivating this method, one need not possess Primordial Violet Qi to have a chance at achieving Dao and becoming Hunyuan!"

Hunyuan magical power surged, its sound echoing through heaven and earth.

All beings in the Primordial World heard it clearly.

As soon as the words fell, The heavens shook and the earth quaked.

The Primordial World completely erupted!

At the same time, Purple霄 Palace also trembled violently!

Hongjun was furious, his terrifying aura sweeping through the palace, causing giant cracks to appear in the walls!

Lu Changqing! What exactly do you intend to do!

Beyond the heavens, within the Purple Firmament Palace, a turbulent aura surged.

The Primordial World was unaware of such commotion.

In Wuji Heaven, East King Duke, Ran Deng, and Kunpeng were irrepressibly excited.

What did the Great Master mean by that?

It's a heaven-sent opportunity!

A method to achieve sainthood!

To become a Hunyuan Great Luo Golden Immortal without Primordial Violet Qi!