Tongtian's Little Scheme: Preaching for the Interception Sect
East Sea, Golden Ao Island.
Jade Palace, the Humanity Dao, countless celestial energies converge, and auspicious radiance rises.
The Tongtian Sect Master, who was sitting cross-legged, his Surrounding Body radiating sword intent as he comprehended the Great Dao, suddenly opened his eyes.
A hint of surprise flashed in his sharp, sword-like eyes.
"Um?"
His gaze seemed to pierce through the many Restrictions of the Jade Palace, looking towards the endless East Sea.
There, a presence was slowly making its way towards Golden Ao Island.
The aura seemed peaceful, yet it was as vast as Chaos, profound and unfathomable.
"This aura..."
"Is it Fellow Daoist Zhou Ming?"
What is he doing on my Golden Ao Island?
Tongtian frowned slightly, his heart filled with doubt.
What is That One Wu Clan member doing here on Golden Ao Island instead of staying at the Pangu Hall?
Heavenly Heart was filled with doubt.
This man then lived a secluded life, almost never leaving Buzhou Mountain.
Why have you suddenly come to my little Golden Ao Island today?
Although he was puzzled, Tongtian dared not be negligent in the slightest.
Zhou Ming's strength is unfathomable, and he is also a Pangu Orthodox.
Both in terms of courtesy and reason, we must not fail to observe proper etiquette.
"Duobao."
Tongtian's calm voice echoed within the Jade Palace.
The next moment, a slightly plump Daoist priest dressed in a brocade robe quickly walked in from outside the hall and respectfully bowed.
"Disciple is here. What are your orders, Master?"
The newcomer was none other than Daoist Duobao, the eldest disciple of Tongtian.
"A distinguished guest is on his way."
The Tongtian Sect Master had a deep gaze and gave the order in a deep voice.
"Go outside the island and greet them on my behalf."
Duobao felt a chill run down his spine.
Distinguished guest?
Those who could be called "distinguished guests" by their own master were few and far between in the entire Primordial Wilderness.
Which Saint will be present?
He dared not ask any further questions and quickly bowed in response.
"Your disciple obeys!"
Having said that, he dared not delay for a moment and immediately transformed into a streak of light, flying towards the Golden Ao Island.
When Zhou Ming appeared in the vicinity of Golden Ao Island, he immediately spotted Daoist Duobao was already waiting outside.
Duobao dared not be negligent, stepped forward, and performed a deep bow.
"Duobao greets the Saint!"
"By order of my master, we respectfully welcome the Saint!"
Zhou Ming nodded slightly.
No need for such formalities.
"Master is waiting for you at the Jade Palace, Your Saint. Please follow me."
He turned to the side, respectfully made a "please" gesture, and then led the way.
Zhou Ming didn't stand on ceremony and followed.
The two walked one after the other through layers of immortal formations and soon arrived in front of the Jade Palace.
Before Zhou Ming could even step into the main hall, the Tongtian Sect Master's hearty laughter echoed from within.
"Haha, fellow Daoist, you've come from afar! I apologize for not being able to greet you properly!"
As soon as he finished speaking, the Tongtian Sect Master, dressed in a blue Daoist robe and with a tall and straight figure, personally came out from inside the hall to greet him.
Zhou Ming nodded slightly to him.
"Fellow Daoist Tongtian, you're too kind."
After exchanging pleasantries, Tongtian invited Zhou Ming into the Jade Palace.
Tongtian looked at Zhou Ming and got straight to the point.
"Fellow Daoist, instead of cultivating in seclusion at the Pangu Hall Buzhou Mountain, what brings you to my Golden Ao Island in the East Sea today?"
He has always been straightforward and doesn't like beating around the bush.
Zhou Ming met his gaze and spoke calmly.
"To be honest, fellow Daoist, I have come here today to discuss the Dao with you."
"Discussing the Way?"
Upon hearing this, the Tongtian Sect Master was initially delighted.
Being able to discuss the Dao with a powerful figure like Zhou Ming is also a good thing for him.
But then he frowned, his eyes filled with doubt.
Something's not right.
Something's very wrong!
He couldn't fathom Zhou Ming's level of cultivation at all; he only knew it was unfathomable and far beyond his own.
He came to discuss philosophy with him?
No matter how you look at it, you've gotten a huge advantage.
As for Zhou Ming himself, it seems there is no benefit whatsoever.
In the Primordial Wilderness, where could one find such a good thing—giving without expecting anything in return?
Tongtian frowned and voiced his doubts directly.
"Fellow Daoist Zhou Ming, I have benefited greatly from our discussion on the Dao."
"However... given your level of cultivation, discussing the Dao with me would probably not be of any benefit to you, fellow Daoist?"
"What exactly is the purpose of your actions, fellow Daoist?"
Upon hearing this, Zhou Ming smiled calmly.
He admired Tongtian's straightforward personality.
Trying to hide it will only make them dislike you.
Honesty is the best policy.
Moreover, this was a win-win situation, Tongtian had no reason to refuse.
"Fellow Daoist Tongtian speaks frankly, so I won't hold back either."
"I have come here indeed to discuss the Way."
"Because my cultivation has encountered a bottleneck."
Upon hearing this, Tongtian was stunned once again.
bottleneck?
Are you kidding me!
Can your cultivation level really encounter a bottleneck?
Zhou Ming ignored his shock and continued calmly.
"My current cultivation level is the Peak Hunyuan Grand Unity Golden Immortal."
Boom!
Upon hearing this, it was as if ten thousand thunderbolts exploded in the mind of the Tongtian Sect Master!
He froze, staring at Zhou Ming in disbelief.
Primordial Daluo Golden Immortal... Peak!
Doesn't that mean...?
Doesn't that mean he's only one step away from becoming the legendary Hunyuan Grand Unity Golden Immortal?!
It took a long time for the Tongtian Sect Master to recover from his immense shock.
He let out a long breath, his face full of wry smiles and sighs.
"I see... I see..."
"Fellow Daoist's realm is truly beyond our reach!"
He finally understood why Zhou Ming had come to him to discuss philosophy.
There is no other reason.
This is because he was transformed from the Pangu's Primordial Spirit of the Father God Pangu, and he bears the Heaven-Opening Mark!
For Zhou Ming, who had already reached the Peak Hunyuan Grand Unity Golden Immortal, ordinary Great Dao no longer had any effect on him.
The only thing that could inspire him was probably the Supreme Dao enlightenment he gained from the Heaven-Cleaving Earth-Splitting by the Father God Pangu!
And I happen to possess that very insight!
Having figured this out, the Tongtian Sect Master's heart also burned with fervor.
This was an opportunity for Zhou Ming, and for him as well.
Zhou Ming is also Pangu Descendants, carrying the legacy of his Father God.
Discussing the Dao with him and verifying each other's understanding will undoubtedly bring unimaginable benefits to one's own comprehension of the obscure and difficult-to-understand Heaven-Opening Mark!
This is a win-win situation!
The Tongtian Sect Master's long-dormant heart instantly ignited with passion.
He agreed almost without hesitation.
"Good!"
"To be able to discuss the Dao with a powerful figure like you, fellow Daoist, is a request I could never have made!"
Zhou Ming smiled when he saw that Zhou Ming had agreed.
He knew that Tongtian would definitely agree.
"But..."
Just then, Tongtian changed the subject, a look of anticipation appearing on his face.
"Before we begin our discussion, I have a small request, and I hope you will grant it."
"Fellow Daoist, please speak freely." Zhou Ming looked at him.
Tongtian stood up and bowed slightly to Zhou Ming.
"My Interception Sect has thousands of disciples, but most of them are of shallow origin."
"I would like to take this opportunity to invite you, fellow Daoist, to join me in giving a Dao Lecture to my disciples."
"Given your level of cultivation, fellow Daoist, if you could condescend to Dao Lecture to my unworthy disciples before we discuss the Dao,..."
"For them, this is an incredible Zaohua of luck!"
"Moreover, this discussion between you and me will likely take many years."
"Before that, I should also preach the Dao to them."
"I wonder... would you be willing, fellow Daoist?"
For his disciples, to receive Dao Lecture from someone like Zhou Ming was an immense Zaohua of luck!
If he doesn't seek some benefits for his disciples, it would be a complete waste of talent!
Upon hearing this, Zhou Ming chuckled.
He naturally understood Tongtian's little scheme.
He already intended to befriend the Interception Sect, so he naturally wouldn't refuse such a favor.
"Can."
Upon receiving Zhou Ming's affirmative reply, the Tongtian Sect Master was overjoyed!
"Good!"
"Thank you, fellow Daoist!"
He immediately addressed the people outside the hall.
"Duobao, convey my Imperial Edict: summon all disciples of the Interception Sect to Golden Ao Island to listen to my teachings!"
P. S.: I'm planning to write a storyline about Yang Jian to set the stage for the Investiture of the Investiture of the Gods. Do any readers have any good suggestions?