Schemes within the Purple Heavens Palace
Houtu is traveling across the Primordial Land.
at the same time.
Hongjun's Imperial Edict spread silently throughout the Humanity Dao.
Kunlun Mountain, Empress Wa's Palace, and Western Mount Sumeru.
The six Heavenly Dao Saint — Three Pure Ones, Nuwa, Jieyin, Zhunti —received the message almost simultaneously.
The group dared not delay. Although they each had their own doubts, they immediately set off, heading straight for the Purple Cloud Palace Depths of Chaos.
Purple Cloud Palace.
It remained as ancient and spacious as ever, with the aura of the Great Dao permeating every inch of space, majestic and boundless.
When Jieyin and Zhunti stepped into the palace, the Three Pure Ones and Nuwa had already arrived.
Jieyin and Zhunti nodded to the group as a greeting, and then sat down on the two Cushion at the end.
The hall was silent; no one spoke.
In the midst of this silence, Hongjun's figure appeared silently on the High Platform, as if he had been there from the very beginning.
The six men dared not delay and immediately stood up and bowed in greeting.
"Greetings, Dao Ancestor."
Hongjun remained expressionless, nodded slightly, and gestured for them to sit down.
After everyone was seated again, Taiqing, as the eldest disciple, spoke first.
"We do not know why you have summoned us here, Master. Please enlighten us."
Hongjun's indifferent gaze swept over the six disciples below, and he slowly spoke.
"I have summoned you here today because of a major matter concerning the workings of Heavenly Dao, which requires your attention."
Everyone tensed up and listened attentively.
"The Heavenly Dao operates, Reincarnation must be established."
"However, in the Primordial Wilderness, only Houtu of the Wu Clan possesses great compassion and is capable of undertaking this heavy responsibility."
"Houtu transformed herself into the Reincarnation reincarnation to mend the heavens and earth; this was the Heavenly Decree."
"However, the Wu Clan, ignorant of destiny and disrespectful of the Heavenly Dao, will surely obstruct our progress."
"As for the other Ancestral Wu, you need not worry. Their cultivation is still shallow, and they cannot stop Houtu from Reincarnation."
"Only Zhou Ming, who has already attained the Primordial Daluo Golden Immortal, has the strength to stop Houtu's Samsara Transformation."
Hongjun paused here, his gaze slowly falling on the faces of each Saint.
"Therefore, I need the six of you to Reincarnation when Houtu transforms into a being in the cycle of Houtu."
"Join forces to stop Zhou Ming and ensure the smooth birth of the Reincarnation."
After he finished speaking, the Purple Cloud Palace fell into a deathly silence.
The Dao Ancestor is... about to take action against the Wu Clan!
The Three Pure Ones exchanged a glance, each with their own plans.
Taiqing Laozi remained in a state of Non-action, but in his heart he was calculating gains and losses.
Zhou Ming had schemed against him, causing him to lose face, and he had long wanted to get his revenge.
Now that the Dao Ancestor has given the order, this is a perfect opportunity to rightfully end this Karma.
Primordial Lord and Tongtian were also happy to see this happen. The Wu Clan was powerful, and they had been waiting for Dao Ancestor and the Heavenly Dao to make their move.
Nuwa frowned slightly.
The Dao Ancestor is actually going to take action against the Wu Clan?
Can the Wu Clan hold out this time?
If they can't hold out, wouldn't their cooperation with Zhou Ming have to come to an end?
But then she remembered Zhou Ming's confident demeanor back then.
He said he could block the Dao Ancestor.
That confidence didn't seem fake.
That proves that he had anticipated this, or even... had prepared for it.
Nuwa's mind raced.
It seems we'll need to be more flexible and adaptable when dealing with the Wu Clan this time.
If the Wu Clan gains the upper hand, then I will only go through the motions.
Just go through the motions, make a show of it, and try not to offend Zhou Ming and the Wu Clan.
But if the Wu Clan is defeated and falls into a disadvantageous position...
Then don't blame yourself for being ruthless.
After all, he was a disciple of the Dao Ancestor, and it was only natural for him to obey his teacher's orders.
However, while the Three Pure Ones and Nuwa had differing thoughts, Jieyin and Zhunti reacted in completely different ways.
The two were completely stunned when they heard the words "stop Zhou Ming".
Are you kidding me!
The Three Pure Ones Nuwa were unaware of Zhou Ming's terrifying power, but didn't these two fellow disciples understand it?
Now, the Dao Ancestor actually sent the six of them to stop him?
Given Zhou Ming's demonstrated strength at the time, let alone the six of them.
Even if six more came, they might not be a match for Zhou Ming.
The Dao Ancestor sent them to deal with Zhou Ming; wasn't that sending them to their deaths?
Although the Heavenly Dao Saint are immortal and their Primordial Spirit reside in the Heavenly Dao, each resurrection comes at a price!
Jieyin and Zhunti exchanged a glance.
No!
This is absolutely unacceptable!
However, just as Zhunti speak, wanting to say something...
Hongjun's voice resounded in their minds!
"You are not allowed to reveal Zhou Ming's true strength, or you will bear the consequences!"
The words he Zhunti were swallowed back down his throat.
Jieyin also sensed the warning, and his already distressed face fell even more.
The two instantly suppressed their emotions, lowered their heads, and remained silent.
The two brothers looked at each other again, their eyes filled with despair and horror.
The Dao Ancestor... he knows everything!
He knew Zhou Ming's true strength!
But he still sent them to stop Zhou Ming!
Moreover, they were forbidden from telling the truth to the Three Pure Ones Nuwa!
why is that?
From the High Platform, Hongjun took in the reactions of the others.
He looked at the silent Jieyin and Zhunti, and continued.
"To ensure everything goes perfectly and to prevent Zhou Ming from having any opportunity to interfere with Houtu's Samsara Transformation."
"At that time, the six of you will need to set up the Immortal Execution Sword Formation to trap it."
He looked at the Three Pure Ones Nuwa.
"Taiqing, Primordial Lord, Tongtian, Nuwa, you four will lead the formation."
Then he looked at the Two from the West.
"Jieyin and Zhunti, you two will assist the four of them from the side."
"Yes, I will obey your Imperial Edict, Master!"
The Three Pure Ones Nuwa responded in unison.
Hongjun's gaze finally fell on the silent Jieyin and Zhunti, his tone carrying a hint of barely perceptible coldness.
"What, do you two have a problem with this?"
The Three Pure Ones Nuwa also looked over curiously.
Aren't these two usually the most opportunistic and obedient to the Dao Ancestor?
Why are you acting like you're mute today?
Jieyin was inwardly groaning; his bitter face was practically dripping with tears.
Does he have a problem with that?
He had a lot to say!
But does he dare to say it?
He dares not!
He had a strong premonition that if he dared to say "no" today...
The price they will have to pay will be something they absolutely cannot afford.
After weighing the pros and cons, the two had no choice but to swallow their anger and bear the consequences.
In the end, the two could only manage to squeeze out a few words through gritted teeth.
"Yes, we... will obey the Imperial Edict of the Dao Ancestor."
Hongjun finally showed a satisfied expression and nodded.
"Good."
He looked at the six people, his tone becoming serious.
"This matter is of utmost importance and cannot be allowed to fail."
"At that time, the Heavenly Dao will fully empower you; you must trap Zhou Ming within the Heavenly Dao Immortal Execution Array."
"We must not allow him to break through the formation and disrupt Houtu's Samsara Transformation."
All Saints responded in unison.
"Yes, we will obey our teacher's Imperial Edict!"
Hongjun nodded.
"Good."
"From this day forward, the six of you will remain in the Purple Cloud Palace, quietly studying the Immortal Execution Array and awaiting the opportune moment."
The six Saint exchanged glances and said in unison, "Yes."
Then, Hongjun's figure disappeared from the High Platform, leaving behind only six Saint, each with their own thoughts.