Chapter 10

At this time, Li Peng had cultivated both the Yin-Yang Law to the thirty-percent level. If his comprehension of the Law of Yin advanced another ten percent, he could break through to the minor achievement stage.

(Note: Law comprehension was divided into entry level [ten to thirty percent], minor achievement [forty to sixty percent], major achievement [seventy to ninety percent], and perfection [one hundred percent].)

Those who perfected a Law to one hundred percent could attain the Primordial Great Luo Golden Immortal Dao.

Each time one broke through a thirty-percent bottleneck, one's strength would undergo a qualitative leap.

Li Peng chose the third option without hesitation.

Though his thoughts raced, only a few seconds passed in reality.

After making his choice, he immediately used the Soaring Golden Light Technique from the Thirty-Six Heavenly Transformations and sped away.

In an instant, a black-and-white streak of light flashed past. Li Peng vanished from where he stood and raced toward the source of the cry.

Before long, two incomparably beautiful women appeared before Li Peng.

However, they were in a terrible state. The protective barriers around them had dimmed and were on the verge of collapse.

Chaotic currents surged endlessly around them, battering and tearing at their barriers.

The two women were like lone boats in a raging sea, liable to capsize at any moment.

Without hesitation, Li Peng controlled the Chaos Yin-Yang Pagoda and charged straight into the chaotic currents.

Countless currents slammed into the pagoda, yet they could not shake it in the slightest.

In the blink of an eye, Li Peng arrived before Xihe and Changxi.

He enlarged the Chaos Yin-Yang Pagoda slightly and enclosed both women within it.

Seeing that they had been saved, Xihe and Changxi finally breathed sighs of relief.

Xihe steadied herself and hurriedly thanked Li Peng. "Thank you, fellow Daoist, for saving our lives. Had you not appeared in time, my sister and I might have perished here today."

Only then did Li Peng carefully look at these two legendary goddesses.

Xihe was dignified and elegant, composed and mature; Changxi was pure and beautiful, with an air that stirred one's protectiveness.

The two beauties stood side by side, and Li Peng was briefly lost in thought.

But he quickly came to his senses.

"It was merely a small effort. Don't take it to heart." Li Peng waved his hand calmly.

"Perhaps it was only a small effort to you, fellow Daoist, but to my sister and me, it was a life-saving kindness." Xihe took Changxi's hand and bowed to Li Peng.

"I appreciate the sentiment. If you keep going, I'll start feeling embarrassed." Li Peng said with a smile.

Seeing that Xihe still wanted to speak, Li Peng asked first, "Are you also going to Purple Cloud Palace to listen to the Dao?"

"That is correct. We simply never expected Within chaos to be so dangerous. My sister and I nearly..." Xihe looked ashamed.

"I happen to be headed there as well. Why don't we travel together?" Li Peng said with a smile.

Hearing this, Xihe and Changxi could not help feeling moved. They understood that Li Peng wished to protect them and ensure they safely reached Purple Cloud Palace.

For a moment, both women's eyes were filled with gratitude.

If they knew that Li Peng had only done this to complete the system choice, would they still have been so touched?

Naturally, they would never learn that secret.

Seeing their grateful gazes, Li Peng felt a flicker of guilt in his heart.

After all, he had not truly saved them out of goodwill.

"Let's go. If we arrive any later, there may not be any seats left." Li Peng said with a smile.

Xihe and Changxi both nodded, their eyes still full of gratitude.

Feeling somewhat uncomfortable under their gazes, Li Peng hurriedly used a cloud-riding technique and set off.

"Big Brother Li, what grade is this spirit treasure of yours? How could it block the chaotic currents so easily?" Changxi asked curiously as she looked at the Chaos Yin-Yang Pagoda.

Before she could finish, Xihe sternly said, "Changxi! How can you casually inquire about a cultivator's spirit treasure grade and private matters?"

After being scolded, Changxi lowered her head, tears glistening in her eyes.

Seeing this, Li Peng smiled and smoothed things over. "Xihe, don't blame her. It isn't much of a secret, so there's no harm in telling her."

Xihe froze. She had assumed Li Peng would be displeased, but she had not expected him to be so magnanimous.

Upon hearing this, the tears in Changxi's eyes quickly receded, and a sweet smile appeared on her lips.

She stepped forward, hooked her arm around Li Peng's, and urged, "Then hurry up and tell me, Big Brother Li!"

As she spoke, she shot Xihe a smug glance.

Seeing her provocation, Xihe coldly glared back at her.

Li Peng took in their exchange but merely smiled without speaking.

"This pagoda is called the Chaos Yin-Yang Pagoda. It was originally the companion spirit treasure of the Yin-Yang Demon God," Li Peng explained.

"Wow! It's actually a Demon God's companion spirit treasure? That's amazing!" Changxi exclaimed.

Though Xihe was also astonished, she did not reveal it.

Afterward, Li Peng spoke at length. Not only did he introduce the Chaos Yin-Yang Pagoda, but he also told stories of his various experiences in the prehistoric world, drawing repeated cries of surprise and looks of admiration from Changxi.

Time flew. In the blink of an eye, five hundred years had passed. Li Peng finally arrived before Purple Cloud Palace with Xihe and Changxi.

With a lively girl like Changxi by his side, Li Peng had not felt lonely at all during those five hundred years. Instead, they had been the happiest and most carefree years of his life in the prehistoric world.

Ever since before taking form, Li Peng had planned for the future. Later, he had been busy seeking treasures and improving his cultivation. When had he ever had such leisure to chat with others?

Over these five hundred years, Li Peng's relationship with Changxi and Xihe had deepened rapidly. Changxi in particular now seemed to feel no less affection for him than she did for her elder sister, Xihe. After all, Xihe often disciplined her younger sister, while Li Peng had always indulged Changxi.

Li Peng led Xihe and Changxi into the plaza before Purple Cloud Palace.

The moment he stepped onto the plaza, the system notification sounded:

"Ding! Congratulations, Host, for completing Choice Three. Reward obtained: High-Grade Innate Spirit Treasure Taiyin Jade Hairpin, and comprehension of the Law of Yin increased by ten percent."

As soon as the system finished speaking, countless insights into the Law of Yin flooded Li Peng's sea of consciousness. In an instant, his comprehension of the Law of Yin increased by ten percent, reaching forty percent.

Li Peng opened his attribute panel to inspect his current status:

Name: Li Peng

Species: Golden Winged Great Peng

Aptitude: Top-tier Chaos Demon God Aptitude!

**: Ancestral Phoenix Art, Nine Revolutions Profound Art (peak of the seventh level), Yin-Yang Rotation Technique, Chaos Yin-Yang Art (not cultivated)

Divine Ability: Innate Yin-Yang Destruction Divine Light

Realm: Peak Grand Unity Golden Immortal

Physical Realm: Peak Grand Unity Golden Immortal

Comprehended Laws: Law of Yin (forty percent), Law of Yang (thirty percent!)

Magic Treasures: Innate Supreme Treasure Yin-Yang Pagoda, Top-Grade Innate Spirit Treasure Yin Yang Twin Swords, Top-Grade Innate Spirit Treasure Yin Yang Two Forms Lamp, High-Grade Innate Spirit Treasure Universe Ruler, High-Grade Innate Spirit Treasure Seven Star Sword, High-Grade Innate Spirit Treasure Purple Lightning Hammer, High-Grade Innate Spirit Treasure Taiyin Jade Hairpin, ... (those below high grade omitted)

Items: Two Low-Grade Innate Spirit Roots, one drop of Pangu's Essence Blood!

Unfinished Choices: Kill Randeng!

Evaluation: Among the Three Thousand Guests of Zixiao, the Host could be considered among the strongest and had already secured a place in the prehistoric world.

Li Peng was quite satisfied with the system's evaluation. He had always aimed to catch up to the three at the very forefront.

Hongjun, who was quietly comprehending the Heavenly Dao within Purple Cloud Palace, suddenly opened his eyes.

"By all reason, the Three Pure Ones should have arrived first. Why have the Son of Ancestor Phoenix, the Golden Winged Great Peng, and those two little girls from On the Moon Star arrived before them?" Hongjun looked puzzled.

After calculating for a moment, he opened his eyes and sighed. "The Heavenly Secrets are obscured by chaos. I cannot glimpse the slightest thing. Just who is secretly interfering?

I only hope the Great Trend of the Heavenly Dao remains unchanged. If anyone dares obstruct my path to Achieve Dao, then don't blame me for showing no mercy."

After saying this, a cold gleam flashed through his eyes. He then closed them again and continued comprehending the Laws of the Heavenly Dao.

Outside Purple Cloud Palace

"Wasn't Hongjun Sage supposed to preach the Dao? Why are the palace gates still shut?" Changxi asked curiously.

"It is still early. There are another fourteen hundred years before the Period of preaching, so it is perfectly normal for the gates to remain closed." Li Peng answered calmly.

"We still have to wait so long? We really came early!" Changxi stuck out her tongue playfully.

The moment Li Peng heard that, he knew Xihe was about to lecture her again. But when he turned to look, his heart jolted—Xihe was staring blankly at the Palace Plaque, lost in a trance.

He immediately shouted, "Wake up!"

Xihe's body trembled slightly. She snapped back to her senses and looked at Li Peng in confusion.

"Just now, the Daoist Script on the plaque drew away your mind. If you remained trapped in it for too long, it could damage your Origin of Divine Soul, and your cultivation would forever remain at Late Grand Unity Golden Immortal." Li Peng explained calmly.

Xihe's face turned pale at his words. She solemnly bowed. "Thank you for your help, Fellow Daoist Li."

Li Peng waved his hand and smiled. "Since we are friends, why thank me?"

Xihe's gaze flickered, and she nodded lightly.

At that moment, three figures emerged from the Chaos Void. An old man, a middle-aged man, and a young man rode atop a pagoda as they broke through the air. Judging by their appearances, Li Peng immediately recognized them as the Three Pure Ones formed from Pangu's Primordial Spirit.

Tongtian looked surprised. "Eldest Brother, Second Brother, someone actually arrived before us?"

At Tongtian's words, Yuanshi's expression immediately darkened.

Pangu's Three Pure Ones had always prided themselves on their noble origins, believing none could compare to them.

Yet someone had arrived at Purple Cloud Palace before them, making Yuanshi feel that he had lost face.

Laozi spoke calmly from the side. "The prehistoric world is filled with experts. It is not surprising for someone to arrive one step before us."

"Hmph. Perhaps they were merely lucky and did not encounter any chaotic currents," Yuanshi snorted.

Tongtian shook his head in rebuttal. "Chaotic currents fill Within chaos. It is impossible to travel safely from the prehistoric world to Purple Cloud Palace without encountering them."

Seeing Tongtian dare to contradict him openly and show no respect for him as an elder brother, Yuanshi's expression darkened even further.

A moment later, the Three Pure Ones walked over to Li Peng.

"Laozi greets you, Fellow Daoist." Laozi said with a smile.

The moment Li Peng heard that, his face darkened.

*That name is really taking advantage of people. The moment he opens his mouth, it's 'Laozi greets you, Fellow Daoist.'

If I were named Grandfather, wouldn't I be able to say, 'Grandfather greets you, Fellow Daoist'?

However, Li Peng only dared to think such things. He had no desire to offend three future Saints all at once.

"My name is Li Peng. Greetings, Fellow Daoist." Li Peng replied with a smile.

"You traveled quickly, Fellow Daoist. You actually arrived at Purple Cloud Palace before us," Laozi praised.

"Not at all. We were merely lucky," Li Peng said modestly.

"Luck is also part of strength. For cultivators like us, fortune and destiny are the Foundation of Cultivation," Laozi said calmly.

Li Peng was momentarily speechless. He had merely been polite, yet Laozi had unexpectedly refuted him seriously.

He could only silently conclude that this fellow Daoist was truly too straightforward.

But upon further thought, it made sense. Since taking form, the Three Pure Ones had cultivated quietly on Kunlun Mountain and rarely interacted with the outside world. It was only natural that they did not understand social customs.

From what had been passed down in later generations, Yuanshi was the most out of touch among the Three Pure Ones.

During the Dao preaching at Purple Cloud Palace, Kunpeng had originally occupied one of the six seats at the front,

but because of Yuanshi's remark, "How can one born wet and from an egg be worthy of sitting alongside us?" he ** gave up his seat.

That single sentence not only offended Kunpeng, but also angered many great powers present.

Had his two brothers not also been great powers, Yuanshi would likely have been directly ** by those wet-born, egg-hatched beings he had insulted after the first Dao preaching ended!

Though Li Peng thought this, he would never say it aloud.

Just as the atmosphere grew awkward, two men flew out of chaos while holding up a Great Bell.

Countless Innate Daoist Scripts covered the bell's surface, radiating an overwhelming and dangerous aura.

Dong—!

A tremendous boom erupted from the bell. The Chaos Qi around them was blasted away like waves, surging outward in all directions.

Li Peng immediately summoned the Chaos Yin-Yang Pagoda. A protective barrier instantly enveloped him, Xihe, and Fuxi.

Laozi also immediately raised the Heaven and Earth Golden Yellow Exquisite Pagoda, its Mysterious Yellow Light Shield protecting the Three Pure Ones within.

Chaotic waves repeatedly crashed against the shields of the two pagodas.

Boom! Boom! Boom!

The impacts rang out without end, yet the shields did not move in the slightest.

Di Jun and Tai Yi's pupils suddenly contracted—these two spirit treasures were clearly no ordinary items.

The Three Pure Ones stared at the Great Bell and felt its might, crying out in astonishment, "An Innate Supreme Treasure—the Chaos Bell!"

Xihe and Changxi also looked toward the Great Bell, yet they were not overly surprised. They had spent five hundred years protected by another Innate Supreme Treasure, so they were no longer easily shocked.

Upon hearing the Three Pure Ones' exclamations, smiles appeared on Di Jun and Tai Yi's faces. That strike had been intended to intimidate everyone present and make them yield some respect.

However, they did not know that no one here feared them.

Li Peng wielded the Chaos Yin-Yang Pagoda, while Laozi held the Heaven and Earth Golden Yellow Exquisite Pagoda. Both were supreme treasures capable of contending against the Chaos Bell.

Whether facing the Three Pure Ones or Li Peng's group, Di Jun and Tai Yi would struggle to gain the upper hand.

As Li Peng's thoughts turned, Di Jun and Eastern Emperor Tai Yi had already landed on the plaza of Purple Cloud Palace.