Seeking Aid from Mount Luojia, Cihang Bestows Treasures
When faced with external enemies, the human race is able to respond proactively.
But this disease left all of humanity helpless.
Shennong racked his brains for a solution.
Zhenyuanzi was willing to help; with his cultivation level, he could cure any disease simply by condensing a strand of herbal essence.
But he couldn't do that. He could only continue to teach Hong Yun the art of alchemy, hoping that Hong Yun could solve this predicament with his help.
Although Hong Yun did not cultivate with all her might, she still possessed some cultivation level.
Learning simple alchemy methods is naturally not a problem.
The real problem is that the human body is too weak, while the spiritual energy of the elixirs used by cultivators is too powerful.
For ordinary people, these elixirs and medicines become a danger, something they simply cannot withstand.
As for common herbs, it can only be said that common sense and preconceived notions hindered their thinking.
In the eyes of cultivators, any plant without spiritual energy is nothing more than weeds, utterly useless.
Seeing Hong Yun's dedication to this every day, her black hair turning white from worry, Zhenyuanzi was also anxious.
He immediately disregarded his pride, told Hong Yun his instructions, and headed straight for Mount Luojia to seek help.
Cultivators, protected by spiritual energy, would naturally not care about this insignificant disease, but for humans, it is no less than a threat of annihilation.
Almost every day, hundreds of millions of people die as a result.
Moreover, the disease was not only not suppressed, but instead worsened.
The sages of the Holy Mountain could not possibly be unaware of such a great upheaval that befell humanity.
Like those cultivators, they understood that this was a necessary tribulation and obstacle for the development of the human race.
If they act rashly, they could very well ruin the chance for humanity to prosper.
Unlike the sages like Taiqing, they were all human beings, and they simply couldn't bear to watch their people perish one after another.
Just when they could no longer restrain themselves and were about to take action regardless of the consequences, Fuxi remembered Cihang.
Although his current cultivation level was no less than Cihang's, Cihang gave him the feeling that he was almost omnipotent.
It seems that no obstacle can stop Cihang; he can always find a way to break through the impasse.
After appeasing the sages of humanity, Fuxi, carrying the hopes of all humankind, headed towards Mount Luojia.
Zhenyuanzi and Fuxi never communicated, but when faced with difficulties, the first person they thought of was Cihang.
Now, as soon as Zhenyuanzi left, Hong Yun suddenly understood.
If the human race wants to develop, it cannot rely solely on others.
Since the immortal path has the art of alchemy, why can't the human race have its own way of making pills?
Since celestial medicines could not cure humans, he then sought out mortal medicines suitable for humans.
Just like when he was searching for the Five Grains.
Once humanity develops its own medical methods, it will no longer need to fear the afflictions of disease.
Hong Yun immediately stopped waiting for Zhenyuanzi and led her clansmen on a journey to find medicinal herbs and taste hundreds of herbs.
Fuxi and Zhenyuanzi also arrived at Mount Luojia at the same time.
Looking into each other's somber gazes, it was obvious why they had come.
Without much small talk, the two entered the Glass Realm together.
"You two fellow Daoists have come here together, is it for the sake of the human race?"
Seeing their somber expressions, Cihang immediately understood their purpose.
Although he was on Mount Luojia, he was very knowledgeable about all things in the Primordial World.
The reason they didn't intervene was because they knew Hong Yun could survive this calamity and seize the opportunity to become the Human Emperor.
It sounds cruel, but that's the truth.
Moreover, for Cihang, death is not the true end; the annihilation of the true spirit is.
Now that the Six Paths of Reincarnation has stabilized, after death, humans are judged in the underworld for their merits and demerits, and can be reincarnated.
"We have indeed come for the sake of humanity. We hope that you, fellow Daoist, can lend a helping hand and assist humanity in overcoming this calamity!"
Fuxi and Zhenyuanzi bowed to Cihang at the same time.
"With your cultivation levels, you two should understand that this calamity is an inevitable consequence of the development of the human race."
It was less a calamity for humanity and more a test from heaven and earth.
Becoming the protagonist of heaven and earth is certainly not that simple!
Cihang let out a long sigh.
In fact, it wasn't just Hong Yun; when Fuxi attained enlightenment, he also faced numerous obstacles and tribulations.
Because of his Karma with the demon race, during the time when Fuxi became the supreme ruler, many low-level demon beasts wreaked havoc on the human race.
To prevent him from abandoning the demon race to attain enlightenment.
This also caused immense damage to the human race.
But Fuxi also came step by step and completely severed the last Karma of karmic connection with the demon race.
"I know this, but as a human, I cannot bear to watch my people wait hopelessly for death!"
I hope the teacher can lend a hand!
A look of reluctance flashed in Fuxi's eyes.
Even though Cihang had emphasized that they should address each other as fellow Daoists, Fuxi still treated Cihang with the respect due to a disciple.
Seeing Fuxi's attitude, Cihang did not persist.
"This calamity is a test for humanity, and also a test for the Human Emperor."
To resolve the current predicament, we still need the current Co-Lord of the Human Race!
Cihang waved his hand, conjuring a water mirror.
What was reflected in the water mirror was the scene of Hong Yun leading her people in search of medicinal herbs.
Because she was unfamiliar with the nature of these plants, Hong Yun could only try them one by one, verifying their characteristics herself.
Although mortal objects have no spiritual energy, they each possess different characteristics, and many of them are even highly poisonous.
Even just by looking through the water mirror, it was clear that Hong Yun's body was extremely weak due to constantly consuming these poisonous substances.
His already low cultivation level was almost completely dissipated.
Of course, it was also because of his cultivation that Hong Yun was able to persevere until now.
It was clear that the group of humans were constantly trying to persuade Hong Yun to stop him from taking further risks.
But Hong Yun remained unmoved; he was willing to give his life as long as a way to save humanity could be found.
"Fellow Daoist Hongyun!"
Zhenyuanzi couldn't help but exclaim in surprise, his eyes filled with worry.
Although it is merely a mundane thing, continuing this will truly destroy Hong Yun's foundation and even cost him his life.
Fuxi also showed admiration. Based on this alone, Hong Yun's position as the Human Emperor was well-deserved.
"Fellow Daoist Hongyun is the destined Human Emperor, and will not perish here."
However, now that you've come all this way to my Mount Luojia, I won't let you leave empty-handed!
With a wave of his hand, Cihang conjured two magical treasures before him: a long whip and a medicine cauldron.
"This whip is made from the vines of Gourd Vine. It can distinguish the medicinal properties and help Hong Yun weave together hundreds of herbs."
This cauldron can help him protect himself and refine medicine!
Although these two spiritual treasures are not innate, they are both top-grade acquired spiritual treasures with many mysterious effects, and were specially crafted for Hong Yun.
Hong Yun's opportunity this time was orchestrated by Cihang, so how could she possibly ignore it?
"Thank you, fellow Daoist. I will now deliver the treasure to Hong Yun to help him perfect the art of human medicine!"
Zhenyuanzi accepted the spiritual treasure and bowed to Cihang in gratitude.
The spirit treasure may not be of high grade or great power, but it is the most suitable for Hongyu.
"On behalf of the entire human race, Fuxi thanks you, teacher!"
Fuxi also bowed in gratitude to Cihang.