"Once we wait a little, we can sound him out and perhaps persuade Senior Disciple Brother Taishang as well."
Upon seeing Xuan Du, Primordial Lord of Heaven had already begun formulating his arguments.
"Greetings, Martial Uncle Yuanshi. My master knew you were coming and specifically ordered me to welcome you."
Xuan Du naturally had no idea what Primordial Lord of Heaven was thinking and respectfully bowed to him.
Primordial Lord of Heaven nodded slightly, revealing nothing.
"Excellent. I thank Senior Disciple Brother Taiqing for his kindness. Xuan Du, lead the way!"
"Yes, Martial Uncle. Please!"
Xuan Du immediately accepted the order and led Primordial Lord of Heaven to Saint Tai Shang's residence.
"Greetings, Senior Disciple Brother Taiqing!"
The moment Primordial Lord of Heaven saw Saint Tai Shang, he hurriedly saluted him.
Even though Primordial Lord of Heaven was a Saint, he remained exceedingly respectful before Saint Tai Shang.
First, the Three Pure Ones had originally been one body, sharing the same roots and branches. Taishang was the eldest among the three and thus his senior.
Second, Saint Tai Shang was the foremost among Saints, his cultivation having reached the Hunyuan Grand Unity Golden Immortal realm.
Even the Dao Ancestor would not dare disregard his opinion.
After all, Saints too had ranks and distinctions. Even if several more of those two from the West appeared, they still would not measure up to one Saint Tai Shang.
"No need for such formality. Rise."
Saint Tai Shang raised his eyes and looked at Primordial Lord of Heaven without moving, his expression as calm as still water.
Primordial Lord of Heaven did not mind. Saint Tai Shang had always been accustomed to tranquility and inaction; this attitude was already quite good.
"You have not come for a long time. You must have an important