Zhen Yuanzi's Troubles

Hongjun was the same as last time.

After once again leaving everyone who had listened to the Dao at Zixiao Palace hanging in suspense, he vanished without a trace...

The gates of Zixiao Palace opened once more!

Just as they had last time.

But this time, Hongjun had gained the title of Dao Ancestor. His Fortune and authority within the Heavenly Dao had greatly increased, and his strength was about to soar as well!

Duke of the East and Queen Mother of the West had each received Heavenly Dao offices, gaining the authority to govern all immortals beneath heaven...

Di Jun narrowed his eyes slightly.

He appraised Duke of the East. By now, cultivators had already begun gathering around him, their words full of flattery.

"Wood Duke has received a personal gift from the Dao Ancestor!"

"From now on, you shall preside over the Path of Immortality in the Primordial Wilderness. What a cause for celebration..."

Duke of the East had been born alongside Tongtian Jianmu, one of the ten great Innate Spiritual Roots, so he had originally been known as Wood Duke. That was also why Dao Ancestor Hongjun had not bestowed a spiritual root upon him, giving only Queen Mother of the West an Innate Ren Water Peach Tree.

Surrounded by so much praise,

Duke of the East immediately felt rather elated. Yet he forcibly suppressed the pride in his heart, maintaining a humble demeanor as he clasped his hands and smiled.

"Fellow Daoists, you flatter me!"

"Since the Dao Ancestor has bestowed this office upon me, I cannot remain idle. Once I return to Penglai, I intend to follow the Dao Ancestor's example and explain the Path of Immortality to all living beings there..."

"If any of you have the time, please come and join the occasion!"

People immediately nodded.

"Of course we will!"

"We too wish to hear Wood Duke's insights into the Path of Immortality..."

"..."

Duke of the East felt increasingly pleased.

Then a thought struck him, and he hurriedly looked toward Queen Mother of the West. The two of them were respectively the leaders of all male and female immortals under heaven. Surely he could not perform alone?

Yet Queen Mother of the West was already nowhere to be seen.

Duke of the East hurriedly looked toward the gates of Zixiao Palace, only to see Queen Mother of the West's back as she passed through them and shot off into Chaos...

"Ah, Fellow Daoist Golden Spirit!"

Duke of the East cried out in alarm.

Then he seemed to realize something. He quickly turned back to excuse himself to those around him before hurrying after her beyond Zixiao Palace.

At this sight,

Di Jun could not help letting out a disdainful laugh.

Only then did he withdraw his gaze and snort softly...

From Duke of the East's words and actions, Di Jun could naturally tell that after receiving the title of leader of all male immortals, Duke of the East's ambitions had surfaced as well.

"Leader of all male immortals?"

"Heh... nothing more than a watchdog."

Di Jun sneered inwardly.

Then his gaze shifted toward Fuxi and Nüwa. He pondered for a moment, then walked toward them with a smile on his face!

Wu Tian's gaze naturally shifted from Queen Mother of the West's departing figure toward Nüwa...

He had only just glanced over.

When he felt someone pat his arm. Turning around, he saw Xuan Ming's cool, breathtakingly beautiful face before him as she stared at him and asked,

"Is Queen Mother of the West prettier..."

"Or is Nüwa prettier?"

Wu Tian was instantly stunned.

What was going on?

How could such words come from Xuan Ming's icy lips? It was simply unbelievable!

Under Wu Tian's gaze,

A trace of panic flashed across Xuan Ming's face. Then she forcibly composed herself and said,

"Was I wrong?"

"Ever since Hongjun finished preaching the Dao, I saw you staring at Queen Mother of the West. You did not reluctantly look away until she had left Zixiao Palace, and without pausing for even a moment... you immediately started staring at Nüwa!"

Wu Tian immediately felt wronged.

"What a huge misunderstanding!"

He had stared at Queen Mother of the West because she had just received the Western Plain Cloud Banner. Had he not only recently been thinking about obtaining the Innate Five Elements Flag?

Naturally, Wu Tian needed to give it some thought.

Of course.

Queen Mother of the West really was beautiful!

Every Primordial Divine in the Primordial Wilderness tended toward perfection, yet each possessed their own unique traits. The noble grace about Queen Mother of the West, along with the faint laziness between her brows, truly matched Wu Tian's tastes.

But that was not the point...

As for Nüwa,

Was Di Jun not walking toward Fuxi and Nüwa? According to the original course of events, it should be about time for Di Jun, Taiyi, Fuxi, and Nüwa to join forces and establish the Demon Clan.

Naturally, he needed to pay closer attention!

He quietly sent her a voice transmission to explain.

Xuan Ming's expression immediately relaxed, and she subconsciously asked,

"Really?"

Then she looked toward Di Jun and the others.

"Then what should we do?"

She had never considered stopping them. In Xuan Ming and the others' eyes, what threat could a Demon Clan that had not even fully emerged yet possibly pose?

Wu Tian glanced at the four of them again.

"Let's head back quickly!"

"We need to hurry with what we discussed with our brothers before. We cannot let others beat us to it..."

With that, Wu Tian rose directly.

At that moment, Zhen Yuanzi and Hongyun hurried over as well. They looked as though they wanted to invite Wu Tian to Five Villages Temple again, to sit and discuss the Dao while tasting Ginseng Fruit!

Naturally, Wu Tian had no time.

So he simply spoke first.

"Fellow Daoist Zhen Yuanzi, Fellow Daoist Hongyun... our Witch Clan has an important matter to attend to next. If you two have the time, why not come have some fun with the Witch Clan? You can also serve as witnesses."

The two were stunned upon hearing this.

Then their eyes met, silently exchanging looks.

Afterward, Zhen Yuanzi smiled and said,

"Certainly!"

Neither of them had much ambition. They only wished to roam freely through the Primordial World. There was nothing important to do upon returning to Five Villages Temple, so they were naturally willing to come along!

Wu Tian's heart stirred slightly.

Then he looked toward Kunpeng. This time, Kunpeng had not fled in advance. Instead, he sat where he was with a contemplative expression, seemingly still comprehending the Great Dao he had gained from the Jade Creation Disc...

Because of the Northern Profound Origin Control Water Flag, Wu Tian had formed a favorable connection with Kunpeng. Moreover, Wu Tian had realized that Kunpeng might not be as he had imagined.

So he simply invited him as well!

Although Kunpeng was destined to become the Demon Clan's demon master in the original course of events, his stance had never been firm. What if Wu Tian could win him over?

With one side diminished and the other strengthened,

Would that not be a double gain?

Thus, Wu Tian smiled and asked him.

After hearing Wu Tian's words, Kunpeng did not immediately agree. He considered for a moment, then squeezed out a smile.

"I will not accompany Fellow Daoist."

"However, when the day Fellow Daoist mentioned arrives, I will certainly come to offer my congratulations..."

With that, he rose.

He gave a slight cupped-hand salute toward Xuan Ming, Houtu, Zhen Yuanzi, and Hongyun, then headed out of Zixiao Palace...

After Kunpeng left,

Hongyun let out a soft breath.

"Huff..."

"Fellow Daoist Kunpeng looks like someone difficult to get along with. He never gives anyone a pleasant expression, and every time I see him, I feel rather strange!"

"Yet his attitude toward Fellow Daoist alone is like this!"

Hongyun's eyes flickered.

Wearing a gossiping expression, he asked curiously,

"Fellow Daoist Wu Tian, how did you manage it? What happened between you and Kunpeng?"

Wu Tian did not mind.

He chuckled lightly, then said,

"It was nothing much..."

"Did my brothers not stand up to those two from the West earlier? Kunpeng was able to keep his seat because of it. He felt that he owed us a favor, so later he sent over the Northern Profound Origin Control Water Flag, wishing to settle that Karma!"

"After going back and forth a few times,"

"We have formed a bit of friendship..."

After saying this, Wu Tian directly called to those around him and headed out of Zixiao Palace. He was now eager to return and properly discuss the matter of establishing a clan with Dijiang and the others!

Xuan Ming and Houtu stood on either side of him.

Zhen Yuanzi and Hongyun followed behind.

The two wore strange expressions, looking at one another as their gazes continually exchanged messages.

"Brother Zhen Yuanzi..."

"Kunpeng even gave the Northern Profound Origin Control Water Flag to settle Karma. What should we do? We cannot possibly make no gesture at all, can we?"

Zhen Yuanzi was also deeply troubled.

Kunpeng had only indirectly received the Witch Clan's favor, while the two brothers had benefited most directly. Wu Tian had personally stood up for them...

But he did not have any spare Innate Spiritual Treasures. He could hardly give away the Earth Book, could he?