Within the Great Thousand World, three profound incarnations transformed into violet qi that filled the sky, slowly dissipating into Xuandu's crown.
Xuandu straightened his robes, his expression still calm and modest. With one step, he emerged from the shattered Small World and landed steadily below the high platform in the clouds.
He first gave Burning Lamp, still in the deep pit, a slight Daoist salute. Then he turned toward the Three Pure Ones and Niu Ben, bowing deeply.
"Disciple Xuandu has not failed his mission."
Tongtian Cult Master could not help clapping and laughing heartily. "Good! What an excellent One Qi Transforms into Three Pure Ones! Martial nephew Xuandu, this battle of yours has truly opened our eyes!"
Primordial Heavenly Lord also nodded slightly and spoke solemnly. "The Taiqing Great Dao is unparalleled in its profundity. Xuandu, today you defeated all challengers. Whether in temperament, Dao arts, or cultivation, you stand as the foremost among the Three Teachings. You deserve it beyond question."
Saint Taishang slightly opened his eyes and looked gently at his second disciple. "Rise."
"Thank you, Master. Thank you, Martial Uncles."
Xuandu rose respectfully.
At that moment, Niu Ben, standing at the forefront, wore a brilliant smile as he strode toward Xuandu.
Resting in Niu Ben's hand was the azure-gold Saint Crystal, radiating the Dao charm of eternal indestructibility. Its light bathed the entire summit of Kunlun Mountain in sacred serenity.
"Junior Brother Xuandu."
Niu Ben's voice rang out loudly, like a great bell and thunderous chime, spreading to every corner of the Primordial Wilderness.
"In today's Three Teachings Grand Tournament, the rules were fair and impartial. You first defeated the Twelve Golden Immortals, then overcame Junior Brother Duobao, and finally suppressed Burning Lamp, the Chan Teachings' deputy leader. The position of champion belongs to you in