The Primordial World's First Blood Refining Technique

In the alchemy room, Laozi was waiting. Seeing Tai Cang enter, he said calmly, "Your harvest this trip is not small. I have already concealed the Heavenly Dao for you regarding your refining medicine for the Witch Clan and obtaining the Cang Huang Ruler. Now tell me, did you sense any Pangu aura within Pangu Hall?"

Tai Cang's heart trembled upon hearing this.

A tempest surged in Tai Cang's heart. He hadn't expected Laozi to know about his actions among the Witch Clan, and that even the secret of obtaining the Heaven and Earth Cang Huang Ruler had not been hidden.

Laozi's words, though seemingly calm, were a veiled warning. Without his protection, these secrets would surely be revealed to the public, and the consequences would be unimaginable.

"Thank you, Eldest Senior Uncle!"

Tai Cang bowed respectfully, his voice calm. "There was indeed a Pangu aura within Pangu Hall. Cihang and Wudang were present at the time. The purity of that blood-red light far surpassed the oppressive feeling brought by the Ancestral Witch bloodline."

"But I cannot determine its essence. Master Uncle, as a Sage, can you not even glimpse it?"

Laozi shook his head. "Pangu Hall is protected by Pangu's will. Even Sages find it difficult to investigate. Your verification makes me even more certain of the mysteries within."

Tai Cang secretly breathed a sigh of relief. Fortunately, Pangu Hall could isolate everything. Otherwise, if his remarks about the tribulations were known, it would surely arouse suspicion. After all, he had only just taken form and shouldn't know these secrets.

"Tai Cang!" Laozi's call pulled him back to reality.

"Yes." Tai Cang immediately collected his thoughts.

Laozi took out a jade talisman. "This is the Supreme Three Flowers Method. You need to comprehend it as soon as possible. Once your cultivation reaches Grand Perfection of Grand Unity Golden Immortal, begin condensing the Three Flowers."

"I did not let you enter the Time-Space Roulette because I feared external forces would force your growth. Although you are not my direct disciple, now that you have entered the Cang Gate, as long as you do not cross the line, I will naturally protect you."

Tai Cang's heart trembled. He took the jade talisman and said solemnly, "I will remember your teachings and be loyal to the Cang Gate for this life."

With that, he bowed and took his leave. Laozi's attitude was already very clear, and there was no need for further words.

In this situation, as long as Tai Cang did not betray the Cang Gate, or more precisely, as long as he did not defy Laozi's will, he would continue to receive protection.

Although it was only a few words, it was enough for Tai Cang. After all, the other party had not forced him to pledge allegiance to the Intercepting Sect. It should be known that the Ren Sect and the Heavenly Origin Sect both belonged to the Cang Gate, and even Nuwa, Jieyin, and Zhunti were still considered part of the Cang Gate at this time.

Gazing at Tai Cang's receding figure, the seated Laozi suddenly let out a soft sigh.

Then, as if sensing something, his gaze turned towards the Upper Clarity Palace, and he murmured, "Junior Brother, your future path will depend on your own fortune."

This child holds the key to turning the fate of the Intercepting Sect. If old ties can be mended, it would naturally be best. If the relationship cannot be repaired, the Intercepting Sect's fortune will likely be difficult to... With Laozi's wisdom, how could he not see the hidden crisis within the Intercepting Sect?

The Heaven and Earth Cang Huang Ruler in Tai Cang's hand was precisely the key to changing the fate of the Intercepting Sect. Unfortunately, Tongtian's repeated favoritism towards Duobao had completely chilled Tai Cang.

In the valley outside the Grand Clarity Palace, Tai Cang descended gracefully.

He did not go to Yuding's residence but chose to live here. After setting up a barrier to ensure no one would disturb him, Tai Cang immediately took out the Bloodline Pill and the Ancestral Witch essence blood.

Gazing at the two treasures, he hesitated for a moment before picking up the Bloodline Pill. "Let's see if I can improve my roots and comprehend the mysteries of the laws with this."

Saying that, he swallowed several Bloodline Pills refined from Dijiang Ancestral Witch essence blood without hesitation.

Gulp—

As the pills went down his throat, Tai Cang felt an unbearable heat spread through his body.

The Grand Clarity Bright Jade Body's circulation suddenly accelerated, and the third stage of blood refining progressed rapidly. As the medicinal power was continuously absorbed, the Pangu bloodline within his body became even purer.

During this process, he could clearly feel the changes brought about by the bloodline enhancement, with both his mana and physical body strengthening in tandem.

But soon, this fluctuation gradually subsided. The few Bloodline Pills had been completely refined, and the impurities were expelled from his body by the Grand Clarity Bright Jade Body.

The effect was significant.

However, it was ultimately not comparable to the substantial improvement in physical realm that a Great Witch would experience.

After opening his eyes and examining himself, Tai Cang continued his cultivation.

One Bloodline Pill after another was swallowed, and under the transformation of the Grand Clarity Bright Jade Body, his bloodline was continuously strengthened.

By the time all the Bloodline Pills were consumed, Tai Cang's vital energy had reached its peak. The blood within his body had quietly turned golden, emitting a special fluctuation.

The continuous bloodline enhancement caused his original Pangu bloodline to evolve into Pangu pure blood.

At this very moment, Tai Cang's roots broke through again, directly entering the ranks of top-tier innate deities. His aura surged, and his cultivation reached Grand Perfection of Grand Unity Golden Immortal.

Five hundred years later, the Nine Tribulations will descend!

The moment he broke through, the Heavenly Dao's will sent a warning.

Tai Cang's expression immediately became solemn.

This meant he only had five hundred years to prepare.

However, five hundred years was more than enough.

Soon, he regained his composure. With his current foundation, coupled with the True Martial Black Eagle Banner and the Innate Yin Yang Sword, he would be able to deal with the Nine Tribulations, let alone the many trump cards he possessed.

Tai Cang's lips curved slightly as he began to examine his own changes.

His bloodline had completed its transformation. The Pangu blood within him had turned into Pangu pure blood, elevating his origins to that of a top-tier innate deity. Although slightly inferior to the innate demon god foundation of the Three Pure Ones and the Twelve Ancestral Witches, he could already rival the top powers of the Primordial World. More importantly, this transformation allowed him to glimpse the opportunity to prove Dao and become a Sage, and advancing to Quasi-Saint was a sure thing.

Tai Cang's gaze fell upon the Upper Clarity Palace in the distance, and he sneered, "When we meet again, I wonder what expression you'll have. The outcome of the dispute with Duobao back then was clear, yet Tongtian repeatedly favored him, even suppressing him multiple times, all because Duobao possessed the foundation of a top-tier innate deity. At that time, he was merely a lower-tier innate deity, with a gap as vast as the heavens between him and Duobao."

Now, times have changed. He had raised his bloodline to that of a top-tier innate deity through his own efforts. Furthermore, due to the special nature of Pangu pure blood, he had surpassed Duobao and even most of the top-tier innate deities in the Primordial World. Most astonishingly, Tai Cang's bloodline evolution had not stopped. As long as the Grand Clarity Bright Jade Body remained in the third stage, his bloodline would continue to strengthen, and in the future, he might even rival or surpass the Three Pure Ones.

With this thought, a cold glint flashed in Tai Cang's eyes. He waved his hand and summoned the space essence blood and time essence blood, licking his lips. "The next step is up to you. Space Law, Time Law, don't disappoint me." If he could master these two supreme laws, his strength would undergo a qualitative leap. It should be known that even among Grand Unity Golden Immortals, few could comprehend laws, let alone supreme laws like time and space.

Without hesitation, he swallowed the two drops of essence blood, and the Nine Revolutions Cang Skill and the Grand Clarity Bright Jade Body operated simultaneously. Relying on his powerful physique and the Supreme Five Qi, the innate turbid energy within the essence blood was quickly expelled from his body. In an instant, the valley was filled with surging turbid energy, all surrounding life withered, and even the nearby mountain peaks were affected.

Amazing! Laozi was the first to sense the anomaly. After deducing its nature, he couldn't hide his shock. The individual had already reached the level of a top-tier innate deity and was now refining Ancestral Witch essence blood. This child is truly extraordinary. If my third brother saw this, he would surely regret abandoning me for Duobao back then. With that, he took out a gourd and handed it to Kinkaku. "Give this Nine Revolutions Golden Pill to him when he exits seclusion."

Meanwhile, Primeval Lord of Heaven had just finished his sermon and returned to the Primordial Clarity Palace. Upon sensing the anomaly in the turbid energy, he performed a calculation. A playful expression appeared on his face. Tai Cang's breakthrough surprised him, but what amused him more was Tongtian's choice back then. Now, not only had this one's foundation broken through to become a top-tier innate deity, but he was also showing potential that surpassed Duobao.

Looking across the Cang Gate and the Three Sects, no one could compare to Tai Cang in terms of foundation and heritage.

However, what amazed people most about Tai Cang was not his origin, but his extraordinary comprehension. Thinking that such a naturally gifted talent was abandoned by Tongtian, and now he had parted ways with the Intercepting Sect, Yuan Shi's smile deepened.

"Master!"

"Master!"

Urgent shouts came from outside the hall. Cihang, Samantabhadra, and other direct disciples of the Heavenly Origin Sect rushed into the Primordial Clarity Palace. Upon seeing Yuan Shi, they immediately bowed and said indignantly, "Master, please uphold justice for us! People from the Intercepting Sect are wantonly ransacking Kunlun Mountains and have even encroached upon the territory of our Primordial Clarity lineage!"

"Master, we only managed to repel those madmen because we returned in time, but the cave dwellings of Senior Brother Guangchengzi and the others have likely already fallen victim to the Intercepting Sect's treachery!"

"Master, the people of the Intercepting Sect are going too far! It was one thing for them to run rampant in North Kunlun, but now they dare to lay their hands on the territory of our Primordial Clarity lineage!"

Upon hearing this, the smile on Yuan Shi's face froze. He performed a calculation, and anger surged in his eyes. He slammed the table and roared, "Cihang, Samantabhadra, Manjushri, you will immediately go to the Intercepting Sect and capture those audacious individuals! If anyone dares to resist, kill them without mercy! I want to see who gave them the guts to act so presumptuously in our Primordial Clarity lands and even dare to plunder the cave dwellings of my disciples!"

"Yes, Master!"

Manjushri and the others were overjoyed. Although they had repelled the Intercepting Sect cultivators earlier, they had not acted decisively, as the two sects had not yet completely fallen out. Now that they had Yuan Shi's decree, they had no reservations and were determined to settle scores with every one of those who had offended them.

The group cupped their fists, accepted the order, and then turned to rush out of the Primordial Clarity Palace, heading straight for the area where the Intercepting Sect cultivators were gathered.

Watching their retreating backs, Yuan Shi sighed lightly. His gaze turned towards Tai Cang's seclusion area, and he murmured, "It seems our Heavenly Origin Sect needs someone to hold the fort. Not long ago, Randeng wished to join my sect, and I was reluctant to agree. Now that conflict between the Heavenly Origin and Intercepting Sects is inevitable, it's time to accept him into the sect."

At the same time, Manjushri and the other direct disciples of the Heavenly Origin Sect had already broken into the territory of the Upper Clarity Palace. They showed no mercy, directly capturing all the Intercepting Sect cultivators who had caused trouble in the Primordial Clarity Palace's area. In an instant, the Upper Clarity Palace lineage was thrown into chaos. Countless registered disciples and inner disciples were either captured or severely injured, but none could match Manjushri and the others.

Seeing the situation spiraling out of control, the Intercepting Sect cultivators hurriedly sought reinforcements. Wudang, Jinling, Guiling, Zhao Gongming, and other direct disciples were furious upon hearing the news. Without investigating the reasons, they led their followers to attack Manjushri and the others.

The direct disciples of both sides engaged in fierce combat, and the war raged for months, ultimately ending with Zhao Gongming and the others' defeat and retreat. Although after the last discussion of the Dao among the Three Sects, all the direct disciples had received innate spiritual treasures bestowed by the Sages, their power still varied. Moreover, the Golden Immortals of the Heavenly Origin Sect wielded acquired spiritual treasures refined by Tai Cang in his early years, giving them a superior combat advantage. Zhao Gongming and the others were no match and were wounded, forcing them to retreat.

After venting their anger, Manjushri and the others no longer pursued. They simply captured all the Intercepting Sect cultivators who had previously caused trouble in the Primordial Clarity Palace and made them kneel densely on the plaza in front of the Primordial Clarity Palace.

"Fellow disciples, what should we do now?"

Inside the cave dwelling, Zhao Gongming's face was pale. His gaze swept over Wudang, Jinling, and the other Intercepting Sect direct disciples beside him, his mind in turmoil.

Sect Master Tongtian had gone to give a sermon to the Three Sects and could not return for some time. The affairs of the Intercepting Sect were currently managed by them. However, a large number of their fellow disciples had been taken to the Primordial Clarity Palace by Manjushri and the others, and the remaining disciples were in a state of panic. They themselves had not recovered from their injuries and were powerless to rescue everyone.

"Junior Brother Tai Cang!"

Wudang pondered for a moment and said, "Why don't we go find Junior Brother Tai Cang for help?"

"With his strength, Manjushri and the others are no match for him. Moreover, as a member of the Cang Gate, if he were to plead for our fellow disciples of the Intercepting Sect, perhaps Second Senior Uncle would show leniency."

As soon as she said this, silence filled the room.

Except for Jinling and Guiling, Zhao Gongming and the other few direct disciples showed expressions of resistance in their eyes. Not only had they kicked Tai Cang when he was down back then, but they had also been countered by him. The two sides had long been at loggerheads. Now, asking them to bow their heads and seek help was absolutely impossible.

"Absolutely not!"

Zhao Gongming said resolutely, "That scoundrel Tai Cang is a traitor! The acquired spiritual treasures in the hands of Manjushri and the others were refined by him to deal with us! If we go ask him now, would he agree? He would probably just mock us. I will never agree to this!"