Bottleneck Hard to Break! Zhou Ming Plans to Visit Golden Ao Island and Discuss the Dao with Tongtian!

Zhou Ming did not linger in the East Sea.

After awakening all of the former subordinates of the East King Duke, those Great Powers of the Immortal Court who had also been sent into Reincarnation by him.

He then led this formidable force straight back to the Wu Clan.

Buzhou Mountain.

Those towering mountain ranges still exude an ancient and majestic aura.

Di Jun, Taiyi, East King Duke, Candle Dragon...

These once Great Powers, who once dominated the Primordial Land, now stood at the Buzhou Mountain with complex expressions.

Everyone was filled with emotion.

Who could have imagined that one day they would come to the territory of the Wu Clan in this way?

Moreover, they came willingly as someone else's subordinate.

Zhou Ming ignored their complicated thoughts.

He stood with his hands behind his back, his gaze calmly sweeping over the crowd.

"From this day forward, each of you shall find a secluded place for cultivation near Buzhou Mountain."

"Your current cultivation level is far too weak."

"The area around Buzhou Mountain is rich in Spiritual Qi, making it perfect for your cultivation."

Zhou Ming's gaze fell on Di Jun and East King Duke.

"Restore your cultivation to the level of Daluo Golden Immortal as soon as possible."

Di Jun and East King Duke were startled and quickly bowed in agreement.

"Yes, I will obey the Saint's Imperial Edict!"

Most of them are currently only at the Primordial Unity Golden Immortal level, and some are even just at the Golden Immortal Realm level.

Such strength is insufficient to even qualify as cannon fodder in today's Great Powers Primordial Wilderness where powerful beings are everywhere; it's truly insignificant.

To be effective, one must at least return to the level of Daluo Golden Immortal.

"Di Jun, the East King Duke."

Zhou Ming's gaze fell on the two leaders.

Di Jun and East King Duke felt a chill run down their spines and immediately stepped forward.

What are the Saint's instructions?

Zhou Ming looked at his two former mortal enemies and said calmly.

"You two, keep an eye on your own men."

"I don't want to see any unnecessary conflict on the territory of the Wu Clan."

"If anyone violates this rule, I won't hesitate to send them into the Reincarnation again."

His tone remained calm, but the underlying warning sent a chill down the spines of everyone present.

Di Jun and East King Duke exchanged a glance, both seeing the solemnity in each other's eyes.

They had no doubt that if their people really caused any trouble, this Saint would absolutely keep his word.

"Rest assured, Your Saint!"

Di Jun was the first to express his opinion, bowing deeply to Zhou Ming in an extremely solemn tone.

Now that we have returned, we should follow the Saint's lead and never cause Saint any trouble!

East King Duke also bowed immediately, adopting an extremely humble posture.

"Your Majesty the Demon Emperor is absolutely right. We will certainly keep our subordinates strictly disciplined."

He has completely come to terms with it now.

The title of "Head of Male Immortals" or "Lord of the Immortal Court" is nothing but fleeting smoke.

Being given a second chance at life is already an immense blessing; how could I possibly ask for anything more?

"Very good."

Zhou Ming nodded in satisfaction.

That's exactly the attitude he wants.

"Go."

He waved his hand and said no more.

We'll take our leave!

Di Jun, East King Duke, and the others bowed to Zhou Ming again, and then led their respective subordinates to fly in different directions of the Buzhou Mountain Range.

They need to find a suitable Cave Abode as soon as possible to begin seclusion and recover their strength.

Soon, only Zhou Ming remained at the Buzhou Mountain.

He turned around, took a step, and his figure disappeared from the spot.

The next moment, he appeared in the Pangu Hall.

Pangu Hall.

Houtu saw Zhou Ming return, she immediately came to greet him.

She glanced outside the hall, a hint of curiosity on her face.

"Elder Brother, you're back."

"Is everything arranged?"

"Um."

Zhou Ming nodded.

"Sister Houtu, from now on, you'll need to be extra careful and keep an eye on people like Di Jun and East King Duke."

Houtu nodded slightly.

"Is my Elder Brother worried that they haven't given up their evil intentions and have other plans?"

"No, that's not it." Zhou Ming shook his head.

"A person who has died once will know how to cherish things more than anyone else."

"Moreover, in the face of absolute strength, any ambition is a joke."

"They are all smart people; they know what they should and shouldn't do now."

"However, they were all once powerful figures, accustomed to their arrogance, and it's understandable that they might feel uncomfortable suddenly having to live under someone else's roof."

"I had you keep an eye on them not to guard against any disloyalty, but to prevent any unnecessary conflict between them."

Upon hearing Houtu, Houtu immediately understood Zhou Ming's meaning.

She nodded solemnly.

"I understand, Elder Brother."

"Leave this matter to me, and I guarantee there won't be any mistakes."

Houtu looked at Zhou Ming and saw that after he finished arranging these things, he fell silent, seemingly pondering something.

She couldn't help but ask with concern.

"Elder Brother, have you finished taking care of things here?"

"Is there anything else planned?"

In her view, the Investiture of the Gods Tribulation has not yet begun, and the Primordial Wilderness is currently in a relatively peaceful period.

Now that my Elder Brother has brought back these Great Powers of the past, he should be able to rest and recuperate.

Upon hearing this, Zhou Ming sighed softly.

"Of course, I need to be away for a while."

"Because my cultivation has encountered a bottleneck."

Houtu was taken aback upon hearing this.

bottleneck?

In her view, her Elder Brother's cultivation level was already unfathomable, like a vast Chaos with no end in sight.

How did you encounter a bottleneck?

"Elder Brother, you now..."

Zhou Ming did not hide anything and calmly Earthly Dao his level of attainment.

"Peak Hunyuan Grand Unity Golden Immortal."

Boom!

These few words, however, were like a Chaos Divine Thunder, exploding in Houtu's mind!

She was completely stunned.

Primordial Daluo Golden Immortal... Peak?

Doesn't that mean...?

Is my Elder Brother only one step away from becoming the legendary Hunyuan Grand Unity Golden Immortal?

That's a supreme realm, on par with the Heavenly Dao!

"Brother... Elder Brother... you... you're about to break through to the Hunyuan Grand Unity Golden Immortal?"

Even Houtu's voice trembled.

This news shocked her even more than when Zhou Ming brought back Di Jun, East King Duke, and others.

Zhou Ming shook his head.

It's still early.

"I've only vaguely touched that barrier, but I'm still far from truly breaking through."

"I can sense that my cultivation has reached its limit; further seclusion and arduous training are no longer effective."

Houtu forcibly suppressed the turmoil in her heart and tried her best to calm herself down.

"So, what are your plans, Elder Brother?"

Since seclusion is useless, we must find another way.

Zhou Ming's gaze turned eastward.

I want to go for a walk.

"Go to Golden Ao Island and find Fellow Daoist Tongtian to discuss the Dao."

"To seek out Fellow Daoist Tongtian to discuss the Dao?"

Houtu's brows furrowed slightly, her eyes filled with confusion.

"Elder Brother, although Tongtian is Saint, he is ultimately only Heavenly Dao Saint, subject to the rule of the Heavenly Dao."

"His path is completely different from yours, Elder Brother."

"How... can he be of any help to you, Elder Brother?"

In Houtu's view, although Tongtian was Saint, he was ultimately just Heavenly Dao Saint.

My Elder Brother is already at the Peak Hunyuan Grand Unity Golden Immortal; what help could I possibly gain from discussing the Dao with him?

This is not because she looks down on Tongtian.

It is a fact.

A Peak Hunyuan Grand Unity Golden Immortal seeks out a Heavenly Dao Saint to discuss the Dao and find an opportunity for a breakthrough.

This sounds rather unbelievable.

Zhou Ming noticed her confusion and explained.

"Ordinary people might not be able to do it, but those with Tongtian are a different story."

"You've forgotten, the Three Pure Ones are the manifestations of the Father God God's Primordial Spirit."

"Each of them inherited one-third of the Father God's Heaven-Opening Mark."

"That Heaven-Opening Mark contains the Supreme Dao that the Father God gained when Heaven-Cleaving Earth-Splitting."

"Although he himself may not have fully grasped it, discussing the Way with him is..."

"Perhaps we can gain some unexpected benefits from that Heaven-Opening Mark."

Upon hearing "Father God 'Heaven-Opening Mark," Houtu suddenly understood.

I see!

How could she have forgotten about that!

"Moreover..." Zhou Ming changed the subject, his gaze becoming profound.

"This trip to Golden Ao Island is not merely for discussing the Dao."

"The next Tribulation will be the Investiture of the Gods Tribulation."

"The Tongtian Interception Sect was the first to be affected."

"My purpose in going to discuss philosophy with him is also to establish a good relationship with him beforehand and deepen our Karma."

"In the future, they might become another powerful ally for our Wu Clan."

A flash of understanding crossed Houtu's eyes.

She understood completely.

My Elder Brother's journey has two purposes: first, to seek the Dao, and second, to make strategic plans!

"Elder Brother, you are far-sighted; Houtu has oversimplified things," she said with sincere admiration.

"Elder Brother, go with peace of mind. I'll take care of things here with the Wu Clan."

"There will be absolutely no mistakes."

"Good."

Zhou Ming stood up, a gentle smile on his face.

With Houtu around, he could indeed rest assured.

He said no more and nodded to Houtu.

With a single step, his figure vanished from the Pangu Hall.

PS: The suggestion for "Hunyuan Grand Unity Golden Immortal (Heavenly Dao Realm)" was given by a reader.

I don't think there's a unified definition for the realm above Hunyuan, but this realm is quite good, so I'll use it.

Dear readers, please feel free to offer any suggestions. I will try my best to incorporate your ideas into the book.