His words were calm and unassuming, yet the Sage's status remained, and Yuanfeng still held him in high esteem.
She nodded slightly, acknowledging the idea of "treating each other as equals," but her attitude remained very humble.
"The Sage's words are too weighty."
I wonder what brings the Sage's descent upon my Volcano of Immortality?
"If there is anything that requires the service of our Phoenix Clan, the entire Phoenix Clan will do its utmost and be ready at any time."
The Phoenix Clan has been dormant for too long. If they could gain the favor of Sage, even with just a sliver of opportunity, it might change the fate of the entire clan.
Upon hearing this, Qing Huan smiled faintly, "Hehe, fellow Daoist, there's no need to be nervous. It's not a dangerous matter at all. On the contrary, it might be a great Creation for your noble family."
"Creation?"
Yuanfeng's eyes flickered slightly, her mind racing. The "Creation" the Sage spoke of was no ordinary thing.
"With your background and cultivation level, I believe you should have some understanding of how the celestial secrets operate today."
Qing Huan spoke calmly and unhurriedly.
"The human race is destined to prosper, with the Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors ruling the world, gathering the Luck humanity. The first Human Emperor has already been born and will soon return to the throne to unify the human tribes."
Yuanfeng nodded. As an existence like her, she naturally sensed these great trends of heaven and earth. However, the Phoenix Clan was burdened with karma and could not intervene. She could only observe the situation quietly.
Qing Huan continued:
"When the human race was first born, although it was favored by the Heavenly Dao, its foundation was shallow and it did not yet have a unified belief or spiritual totem."
Totems embody the beliefs of a clan, connect with the Luck of Tongtian, and can protect the clan's peace and also allow members to share in the clan's Luck and Merit.
At this point, he looked calmly at Yuanfeng: "I wonder if you, friend, would be willing to let the Phoenix Clan become the totem of this human tribe?"
"What?!"
Even though Yuanfeng had experienced countless Tribulation and her will was as firm as a rock, she was still shocked by Qing Huan's words and almost lost her composure.
The consensus reached by many powerful beings after deducing the secrets of heaven is that humanity will rise to prominence and become the Protagonist of Heaven and Earth.
If one could become its totem and be connected to its Luck, the resulting Luck and merits from the Heavenly Dao Merit would be immeasurable! Enough to drive any powerful being or any race mad!
She took a deep breath, forcibly suppressing the turmoil in her heart, her voice trembling almost imperceptibly:
"Sage... is this true? Does the Phoenix Clan truly have a chance to become the totem of humanity?"
"Nature."
The Sage of Qing Huan spoke with certainty.
"This is in accordance with the will of Heavenly Dao and the hearts of the people. The human race needs the protection and spiritual guidance of powerful and auspicious totems, and the Phoenix Clan, possessing the Nirvana Rebirth, represents auspiciousness, harmony and nobility, which is in line with the future development direction of the human race."
If things go smoothly, with the help of the continuous Luck and Merit, it is believed that before long, the remaining karma of the Phoenix Clan will be cleansed and completely disappear.
"At that time, it is not impossible for the nobility to regain their ancient glory."
Completely eradicate karma! Restore the glory of antiquity!
These ten words, like the resounding toll of a great bell, boomed in Yuanfeng's mind.
For this goal, she guarded the Volcano of Immortality for countless Kalpa, enduring loneliness and the burning of karmic fire, causing her people to wither and almost lose all hope.
And now, a Great Dao, personally guided by the Sage, has appeared before our eyes.
After the initial shock, Yuanfeng quickly calmed down.
Sage does not speak without purpose; such opportunities must have their conditions.
She bowed deeply once more, her tone extremely solemn. "Thank you, Your Sage, for your guidance!"
The Phoenix Clan will never forget this kindness and virtue! Please, Sage, enlighten me on what I should do to become the totem of the human race!
Seeing that Yuanfeng was so responsive, Qing Huan's eyes flashed with approval. Talking to a smart person was so easy.
"Um,"
He nodded slightly. "The key to this matter lies with the contemporary Human Emperor, Fuxi."
He is not only the future Human Emperor, but also the reincarnation of an ancient great being, bearing immense Karma and wisdom.
For this matter to succeed, and for his willingness to acknowledge the phoenix as the totem of humanity, all must be achieved, and only then can their Luck truly be intertwined.
"Fuxi ..." Yuanfeng murmured the name, engraving it firmly in his mind.
"You may go to the land where humans gather, find Fuxi, and seek his advice."
Qing Huan continued to instruct, "Remember, this matter concerns the future faith and Luck of the human race, Fuxi will certainly be extremely cautious. You must move people with sincerity and demonstrate the value and auspiciousness of the Phoenix Clan, rather than suppressing them with force."
Whether you succeed or not depends on your abilities, fellow Daoist, and the Creation of the Phoenix Clan."
Upon hearing this, Yuanfeng's eyes blazed with fighting spirit. This was not only an opportunity, but also a test concerning the fate of her clan. She said resolutely:
"Rest assured, Your Sage! I understand. This is a once-in-a-millennium opportunity for the Phoenix Clan. We will give everything, exhaust the strength of our entire clan, to gain the Human Emperor's approval and become the totem of humanity!"
Seeing Yuanfeng's determination, Qing Huan nodded and said no more about it.
He changed the subject casually, saying, "Alright, fellow Daoist, you can decide for yourself regarding the totem matter."
Also, Fellow Daoist Yuanfeng, please take me to see the East Prince. It's been quite a long time since we last met this old friend.
When the East Prince was mentioned, a complex look flashed in Yuanfeng, but since the Sage had given the order, she had no choice but to obey.
"Sage, please follow me."
The two figures flashed again, leaving the Southern Bright Leaving Fire Palace and heading towards the deeper, hotter, and most karmic and fire-poisonous underground core of the Volcano of Immortality.
The further down you go, the more terrifying the surrounding scenery becomes.
The crimson magma flowed like a rushing river, black poisonous smoke filled the air, and even wisps of dark red karmic fire appeared in the void, scorching all life.
Even an ordinary Daluo Golden Immortal would probably not last long here, as he would be eroded by karma and burned to ashes.
Finally, the two arrived at a huge underground space.
The surrounding area consisted of dark red rock walls, with a huge lava lake in the center. A thick stone pillar stood in the heart of the lake. Wrapped around the pillar were four chains of order, shimmering with chaotic runes and formed from the laws of Heavenly Dao.
At the other end of the chain, a figure was firmly bound.
The man was disheveled, his robes tattered and stained with solidified lava and filth. His limbs were tightly bound by chains of order, stretched into a "T" shape, suspended above the lava lake, enduring the scorching heat of the eternally burning earth's core below and the erosion of the omnipresent karmic force around him. Although his life was not in danger, the constant pain and wretchedness were enough to erode the will of even the strongest.
He was none other than the ancient Lord of the Immortal Court, the East Prince, who was once known as the "Head of Male Immortals"!
When Qing Huan and Yuanfeng appeared in the prison, East Prince seemed to sense something and struggled to raise his head. Through his disheveled hair, he revealed a pair of bloodshot eyes filled with endless resentment and hatred.