Taiqing Makes a Vow
Taiqing's expression turned somewhat unpleasant, and he quickly offered an explanation.
"The Saint is wise!"
"This humble Daoist truly does not know that Establish Sect among the Human Clan can bring them Human Clan Fortune!"
"This humble Daoist priest did not intend to steal the Fortune of the Saint."
"If I had known, I would never have dared to do such a thing!"
This time, he was genuinely panicked.
He truly did not know that Establish Sect could divert the Fortune of the Human Clan; the Heavenly Secrets only indicated that Establish Sect could lead to sainthood, but did not reveal anything else.
If he had known this would happen, he would have consulted with Nuwa first and would never have acted so rashly.
"But Establish Sect among the Human Clan is my only chance to become a saint, and I hope the Saint will grant my wish!"
He bowed deeply to Nuwa, his posture extremely humble.
"This humble Daoist is willing to compensate the Saint."
"Saint, please feel free to make any requests. As long as I can fulfill them, I will certainly do Saint!"
He was willing to go all out to achieve sainthood.
Nuwa looked at him and sneered inwardly.
Now you know fear?
It's too late!
She maintained her aloof demeanor and spoke slowly.
"I also know that the opportunity to become a saint is Ten Thousand Years rare."
"However, fellow Daoist, by the Establish Sect sainthood within my Human Clan, you are indeed robbing me of my Fortune; this is an indisputable fact."
"If I remain silent and allow you to do as you please, how will the beings of the Primordial Wilderness world view me in the future?"
"They'll only think I, Nuwa, am weak and easily bullied!"
"If the other Saint follow your example and come to my Human Clan to seize our Fortune, how am I supposed to face them?"
"This matter concerns the dignity of my Saint self, which is why I had no choice but to come out and stop you, fellow Daoist."
These words were well-reasoned, supported by evidence, and made perfectly reasonable.
She positioned herself as a victim, occupying the moral high ground.
This both clarified their own stance and gave Taiqing a way out.
I'm not trying to make things difficult for you on purpose, but I have to do this to protect my own interests and the dignity of the Saint.
Taiqing Laozi was speechless, his heart filled with bitterness.
Because Nuwa said made perfect sense.
If it were him, he would absolutely not tolerate someone taking his things from his own territory.
He knew that without significant bleeding today, he wouldn't make it through this ordeal.
"It was my oversight; I Buzhou request Your Saint's guidance."
Seeing that the time was right, Nuwa finally stated her conditions.
"However, I am not an unreasonable person."
"Considering your eagerness to attain enlightenment, I will not hinder you from doing so."
"However, fellow Daoist, you must Heavenly Dao Oath."
"You only Establish Sect among the Human Clan, and use them to achieve Human Clan."
"After you attain sainthood, you shall not seize even a single ounce of the Human Clan's Fortune!"
"Fellow Daoist, are you willing?"
Does it not occupy the Human Clan's Fortune?
Upon hearing this, Taiqing Laozi was slightly taken aback, and then quickly began to calculate in his mind.
The greatest benefit of the Human Sect is that it allows one to attain sainthood through the Merit.
As for the Human Clan's Fortune, although they have some, it's nothing compared to achieving sainthood.
He used this insignificant Fortune to gain Nuwa's forgiveness, allowing him to smoothly become a saint.
This deal is a great one!
"Can!"
Without the slightest hesitation, Taiqing Laozi immediately nodded in agreement.
"The Human Clan was created by Saint, and its Fortune should belong entirely to Saint. I, a humble Daoist, should not occupy the Human Clan's Fortune."
He answered very decisively, attempting to demonstrate his sincerity.
Seeing that he agreed so readily, Nuwa felt reassured.
She nodded and continued.
"There's one more thing."
"Fellow Daoist, Prove the Dao and become a Saint through the Human Clan I created; surely you can't leave without offering some form of recognition?"
Taiqing Laozi's face twitched slightly.
They've arrived.
The real extortion is just beginning.
He knew that Nuwa would not let him off so easily.
Nuwa spoke slowly.
"How about this?"
"If you promise, you'll owe me a favor."
"Then, fellow Daoist, you can immediately establish Establish Sect with the help of the Human Clan and Prove the Dao and become a Saint."
"What do you think, fellow Daoist?"
A favor!
A favor from a future Saint!
The price is too high!
The Karma relationships between Saint are extremely complex.
Taiqing was torn by inner turmoil.
His unauthorized Establish Sect among the Human Clan is indeed unjustified.
Any Great Powers in the Primordial Wilderness would feel that this was a blatant slap in the face and would not take them seriously.
If Nuwa hadn't discovered Nuwa, by the time he Prove the Dao and become a Saint, the deed would have been done.
Nuwa could only swallow her pride and accept it; she would never let such a small matter cause a rift with her newly crowned Saint.
But now...
He hasn't become a saint yet!
The initiative was entirely in Nuwa's hands.
It would be unreasonable not to pay a price.
He didn't value the Human Clan's Fortune much to begin with, so giving it up wouldn't bother him.
But this is a favor from a Saint...
He's destined to become the Taiqing Saint!
The human kindness of Saint carries such weight that it can alter the very fabric of the Primordial Wilderness!
There are so many things we can do!
The price is really too high.
But...
How does it compare to becoming a saint?
How many Eon had he waited for this day?
With the Great Dao right before our eyes, seemingly within reach, should we give it up because of a favor?
If one does not become a saint, one will remain an ant in the end.
Only by becoming a saint can one truly overlook the Primordial Wilderness and remain indestructible through countless eons.
To achieve sainthood, one must pay any price, no matter how great, let alone a favor!
Taiqing pondered for a long time before finally letting out a long sigh.
That's enough.
Achieving sainthood is the most important thing!
Any price is worth paying if it leads to sainthood!
It was just a favor, I gave it!
I can always find a way to pay it back later!
Having figured this out, Taiqing Laozi's expression returned to calm.
He raised his head, looked at Nuwa, and said solemnly.
"Good."
This humble Daoist agrees to the Saint's conditions.
"The Saint instructed me to the Establish Sect sainthood through the help of the Human Clan. I Taiqing; I owe the Saint a favor."
A smile finally appeared on Nuwa's face.
It's done!
It's really satisfying to have the future Saint in your grasp.
Nuwa forcibly suppressed her inner joy, maintaining the dignity of Saint, and nodded.
"Good."
"In that case, fellow Daoist, please make your vow."
"You will only rely on the Human Clan to the Establish Sect and achieve sainthood, and after achieving sainthood, you will never occupy even a fraction of the Human Clan's Fortune."
"Very well, in that case, fellow Daoist, please make your vow."
Her tone became lighter.
"You will only rely on the Human Clan to the Establish Sect and achieve sainthood, and after achieving sainthood, you will never occupy even a fraction of the Human Clan's Fortune."
"Good."
Taiqing Laozi responded without further hesitation.
"Heavenly Dao's will prevails!"
"I, Taiqing, hereby swear an oath today!"
"I Establish Sect sainthood solely through the aid of the Human Clan, and after achieving sainthood, I will never steal or occupy even a fraction of the Human Clan's Fortune!"
"If I break this oath, I will fall from my Saint Position and never regain it!"
Boom!
As soon as the words were spoken, thunder rumbled from the Nine Heavens Above.
The Heavenly Dao Oath is hereby solemnized!