On Golden Ao Island, in a huge plaza.
This place was specially opened up by Tongtian for his disciples to preaching the Dao.
It also became a place for Jie Sect Disciple to practice and exchange skills.
At this moment, all the immortals gathered, and all the disciples held their breath and sat cross-legged on the ground, their eyes fixed on the figure on the high platform in the center of the square— Dao Venerable Lin Tian.
Lin Tian did not reveal any unusual phenomena; he simply spoke calmly, yet his voice was like the imperial pronouncement of the Great Dao, clearly reaching the ears of every Jie Sect Disciple.
He did not describe cultivation Supernatural Power, but instead expounded on the ultimate principles of heaven and earth, and analyzed the origin of the laws, from the most basic Five Elements Yin Yang, to the changes of time and space, and then to Karma and destiny.
Each disciple gained a clearer understanding of the path they were cultivating.
In an instant, the square was filled with the flow of Dao Rhythm and the gathering of spiritual energy. Countless disciples' auras fluctuated, clearly indicating that they had benefited greatly.
Thus, preaching the Dao continued for three thousand years.
As Lin Tian finished speaking the last word, the Dao Rhythm in the square slowly dissipated.
After a long while, Duobao was the first to come to his senses, and bowed deeply to Lin Tian: "Many thanks to Dao Venerable Lin Tian for imparting the Dao!"
Immediately afterwards, the other Jie Sect Disciple kowtowed in unison. "We thank Dao Venerable Lin Tian for his kindness in imparting the Dao!"
The Sect Master Tongtian sat beside Lin Tian, watching his disciples' auras improve and their foundations become more solid, a look of joy spreading across his face.
He waved his hand, his voice echoing throughout the square. " The preaching the Dao is over. You may all return home and diligently reflect upon it, and not let the Dao Venerable's painstaking efforts be in vain."
"I will obey Master's decree!"
After bowing again, the immortals retreated in an orderly fashion, each with an excited expression of accomplishment on their face.
"Hehe, I never expected such an important person to preaching the Dao to us! We are so lucky!"
"That's right! Just now, I actually broke through to the True Immortal!"
"Congratulations, Fellow Daoist Cloud Leopard!"
After the disciples dispersed, Tongtian turned to Lin Tian and bowed deeply, saying, " Dao Venerable, on behalf of the entire Tongtian Interception Sect, Tongtian thanks you for your kindness in giving this preaching the Dao! This kindness will never be forgotten by the Interception Sect!"
Lin Tian smiled faintly, "It's a trivial matter, nothing to mention. Although many of your disciples are extraordinary individuals who have attained enlightenment, they all have their own destiny and spirituality to be able to enter your sect."
"With proper guidance, their future is promising; they are worth nurturing."
He paused here, his tone becoming somewhat meaningful. "But..."
Tongtian Lin Tian hesitate, Tongtian became suspicious and quickly pressed him for an answer, "But what is it? Dao Venerable there anything you cannot say? Please speak freely!"
Lin Tian looked at Tongtian, shook his head slightly, and reminded him only briefly, " The Interception Sect without discrimination, and all immortals come to pay homage. Its fortune is prosperous, this is a great thing."
"However, with many disciples, things inevitably become complicated, and it's difficult to unify their minds. If some disciples, using the name of the Interception Sect, act improperly outside, damaging the reputation of you, Sect Master Tongtian, and the Interception Sect, this will not be good for you or the Interception Sect in the long run."
He did not explicitly mention the Investiture of the Investiture of the Gods, but merely offered a warning.
However, the Sect Master Tongtian Leader was bold and straightforward, and extremely protective and trusting of his disciples.
He laughed heartily upon hearing this, waving his hand dismissively and saying, " Dao Venerable, you are overthinking it! Since I, Tongtian, dared to accept them into my sect, I naturally trust their character!"
"Although the Jie Sect Disciple come from diverse backgrounds, they all value loyalty and gratitude, and are by no means wicked or evil!"
"I would never do anything that would dishonor my sect or betray my Interception Sect! Dao Venerable, please rest assured!"
Seeing that he said this, Lin Tian knew that there was no point in saying more, so he stopped talking. He just sighed inwardly, thinking that some calamities were perhaps unavoidable in the end.
At this moment, several streaks of light flew over and landed below the high platform, revealing five figures.
The leader, dressed in a golden Daoist robe, had a kind face and a calm demeanor; he was none other than Daoist Duobao, the chief disciple of the Interception Sect.
Following her was a graceful and dignified female immortal, Jin Ling.
Next was a man dressed in Black Robe with a bold and imposing face; he was Zhao Gongming, the eldest disciple of the outer sect.
Finally, there were three stunningly beautiful fairies, each with a unique temperament, who were the newly initiated personal disciples— Yunxiao, Qiongxiao, and Bixiao.
"Disciples Duobao, Jin Ling, Zhao Gongming, Yunxiao, Qiongxiao, Bixiao pay respects to Master! Pay respects to Dao Venerable Lin Tian!"
The five people bowed in unison, showing utmost respect.
Tongtian's smile widened as he introduced Lin Tian to his disciples, " Dao Venerable, these are some of my unworthy disciples. Duobao, Jin Ling, and this is Zhao Gongming, my eldest outer disciple, whose cultivation is not bad."
"These three are Yunxiao, Qiongxiao, Bixiao. They have profound roots and excellent comprehension. I have only recently taken them as my personal disciples."
Lin Tian glanced at the group and understood immediately. Just as the legends of his previous life had said, they had all joined the Interception Sect.
He nodded slightly, his tone calm. "Your disciples all have good aptitude and excellent fortune. Given time and diligent cultivation, they will surely be able to carry forward the Interception Sect."
Tongtian was overjoyed to hear Lin Tian praise his disciples, and said, "Haha, to Dao Venerable is their Creation! You all need to work even harder and not let the Dao Venerable down!"
"We disciples will certainly strive to cultivate diligently and live up to the high expectations of our Master and Dao Venerable!" Duobao and the others hurriedly replied.
At this moment, Bixiao stared at Lin Tian with great curiosity and couldn't help but ask, " Dao Venerable, just how high is your cultivation? Even our master, a saint, is so polite to you?"
These words shocked everyone present!
Duobao and Jin Ling's expressions changed slightly, and Zhao Gongming's heart also tightened.
Yunxiao was so frightened that her face turned pale. She quickly covered Bixiao's mouth and anxiously apologized to Lin Tian: " Dao Venerable, please forgive me! My younger sister is young and ignorant and spoke without thinking. She offended Dao Venerable. Please don't hold it against her!"
Qiongxiao also quickly bowed and apologized.
Lin Tian looked at Bixiao, who was struggling and making muffled noises with her mouth covered, and found it somewhat amusing. He wasn't angry, but simply smiled and waved his hand, "It's nothing, just a small matter. I was born earlier and have cultivated for a longer time, so it's normal that my cultivation level is slightly higher than your master's."
Seeing Tongtian, Tongtian pretended to be stern and scolded, " Bixiao! How dare you be so rude! Dao Venerable Lin Tian is a senior whom even your master respects. How dare you ask him such questions? Quickly apologize to Dao Venerable!"
Lin Tian shook his head and chuckled, "Alright, Tongtian, no need to be so harsh. Fairy Bixiao's straightforward nature is quite rare."
He thought to himself, " Bixiao's personality is indeed exactly as rumored."
Just then, a disciple rushed in to report, "Reporting to Master, a huge island has suddenly appeared hundreds of thousands of kilometers away, and a voice on it is asking to see Master?"
"A gigantic island?" Tongtian frowned, a hint of doubt in his eyes. "I'll go take a look."
Lin Tian also became somewhat interested and said, "I'll go too."
The two of them moved in a flash and disappeared from Golden Ao Island.
Bixiao finally let go, and said with a coquettish snort, "Big sister, why did you cover my mouth?"
"Hmph! You really don't know what's important!"
After Yunxiao finished speaking, he left.
The others also sighed and returned to their own caves.
"Hmph! They're all targeting me!"
Qiongxiao stomped her foot angrily when she saw that everyone had left.
Before long, Lin Tian and his companion appeared hundreds of thousands of kilometers away.
Sure enough, an "island" was slowly approaching ahead.
But upon closer inspection, beneath the island lies an unimaginably enormous tortoise!
Its back is piled with countless boulders and soil, and over the years, it has actually formed the shape of an island with lush vegetation and towering peaks!
"It's you? The North Sea Black Tortoise?" Tongtian seemed to recognize the giant tortoise's origin and was somewhat surprised.