The Nine Netherworlds' impending return, a prelude to reincarnation
The Star Gate Formation Platform on Mount Sumeru shimmered with light, and a tall figure stepped out from it, carrying the moist breeze of the Shore of the Eastern Sea and the imprint of the fervent belief of the Human Clan. It was Jiang Yun.
Instead of immediately returning to his immortal mountain Cave Abode, he came to the edge of the Heaven-Reaching Cliff, overlooking the various peaks and Dao Field below.
After the last sermon, those who were supposed to leave left, and those who were supposed to stay remained inside the temple gate.
The Nine Tribulations Tower, the Nine Restriction Tower, and the Demon -Demon Locking Pagoda that once suppressed the Endless Demon Abyss —the light of the Restriction on the towers flowed ceaselessly day and night, and figures came and went in an endless stream. These were disciples who had broken through their cultivation levels and were returning to the harsh and efficient tempering grounds of the mountain gate.
These vibrant and energetic forces, along with the unwavering pursuit of the Great Dao, flowed like a warm Stream, gradually dispelling the gloom in Jiang Yun's heart about the impending Primordial World Great Tribulation and the impending bloodshed.
This scene of tenacious survival echoes the cry of "Heaven's movement is ever vigorous" from the Human Clan warriors on the Shore of the Eastern Sea, and it is a precious existence that he is willing to protect with everything he has.
He stood quietly for a moment, feeling the unprecedented vitality gathered in the mountains, before transforming into a stream of light and heading towards his Cave Abode on the Main Peak.
The Cave Abode remained serene and secluded, but Jiang Yun had only been back for a few days when he personally sent out several spiritual messages.
The spiritual message transformed into a stream of light, passing through the misty mountain streams of Mount Sumeru, and precisely reaching the familiar Cave Abode in various places.
Kong Xuan was the first to arrive; a flash of Five-Colored Divine Light followed his figure as he stepped into Jiang Yun's Cave Abode.
"Jiang Yun, what brings you to a get-together? Did you get something good to share?" Kong Xuan asked, a slight smile playing on his lips, in his usual tone.
He sat down directly on the Prayer Mat that Jiang Yun had prepared, glancing at the jade pot warming on the stone platform. A faint fragrance was already wafting out. On the fruit plate on the stone platform were the Spiritual Fruit that Jiang Yun had grown from the Spirit Root he had planted in his Inner World.
"It's just that it's been a long time since I've gotten together with my junior brothers and sisters. Over the years, everyone has been busy with external affairs, so we haven't been able to get together, and our relationships have faded a lot."
"We've been consolidating our forces this time, and now that everyone's back, we can reconnect and strengthen our relationships," Jiang Yun said with a smile.
"Hmm, you've broken through to the Quasi-Saint Realm?"
"Congratulations! It seems my gathering was very timely!" Jiang Yun suddenly noticed the change in Kong Xuan's aura, was surprised for a moment, and then felt happy for him.
"I also owe it all to the sermons of the Two Religious Leaders, and the Merit and Fortune I've accumulated over the years; naturally, I broke through."
Kong Xuan poured himself a cup of Jade Liquor and spoke calmly as he drank it.
Before long, the Yaoshi, Maitreya, Ksitigarbha, Zhao Gongming, the Three Xiao, and others arrived at the Cave Abode one after another.
Following closely behind, Black Tortoise and several Giant Turtle Clan arrived one after another. The core members who had shared the difficult times in the Western Region gathered at the Daoist Dao Field at Jiang Yun's summons.
There was no formal ranking; everyone naturally sat around the Green Jade Platform, where the aroma of Spiritual Fruit Immortal Wine wafted from the stone table.
Besides the Vermilion Fruit and Gengjin Grape Spiritual Fruit Jiang Yun brought out, Kong Xuan brought Qixia Mountain Fire Date, the Yaoshi brought Immortal Peach, Zhao Gongming brought the Eastern Sea Thousand-Year Jade Spirit Marrow treasured by him... A dazzling array of items, shimmering with light.
The initial clamor of greetings and sharing of interesting stories from various places gradually subsided.
Jiang Yun looked at the group of junior brothers and sisters in front of him. The one with the lowest Bixiao, had already reached the Perfected Grand Unity Golden Immortal. Yaoshi, Maitreya, Yunxiao, Zhao Gongming, Ksitigarbha, Kinnara had already entered the Great Luo.
Compared to the six of them, the reason why the others failed to advance is that they haven't found their own path. This kind of thing depends entirely on personal enlightenment. Perhaps they will achieve enlightenment in the next moment and then break through.
"All six of you have already broken through to the Great Luo, and the rest are on the verge of breaking through as well. You are now ready to participate in important matters within the sect."
Let me first tell you about the secrets of the Primordial World and some things about the various forces, so that you can have a deeper understanding of the situation in the Primordial World and also know the underlying reasons for the formulation of some strategies within the sect.
You will be involved in many important plans within the sect in the future. I will devote more energy to spiritual practice and may not have much time to manage sect affairs. I will gradually hand over the tasks at hand to you.
"You all need to grow up well and take over the responsibilities as soon as possible." Jiang Yun earnestly explained her future plans.
He then told them many secrets from the Primordial World, some issues with the Three Corpses Method, the establishment and dissolution of the Hongmen, and so on.
Some of these things shocked even Kong Xuan, who, despite relying on the Phoenix Clan, was unaware of them.
Having learned the true reasons for the Witch-Demon Wars and the deep-seated grudges and entanglements between the parties, they now have their own thoughts on the current situation, and their perspectives suddenly become broader and clearer.
As for Jiang Yun, now that he has come to understand the true nature of the Primordial Desolation World, his primary task is to improve his cultivation level, so that he can act without being hindered when he wants to do things.
Jiang Yun then reminded everyone to pay more attention to the Human Clan. If they were interested, they could travel to the Human Clan and pass on some Western Teachings.
Kong Xuan observed Jiang Yun's actions and sensed that he was preparing for something in advance. Others shared this feeling, and after a moment's thought, he came up with an idea.
Kong Xuan raised his cup, his gaze sweeping over the crowd, and said softly, "The ten thousand-year deadline set by the Witch Clan... is it almost here?"
With just a few simple words, the key point was made clear to others.
Bixiao blinked. "This must be Senior Brother's good fortune! Senior Brother has already cultivated to the peak of Quasi-Saint level, so he must be using this opportunity to prove his Dao?"
Jiang Yun nodded. "The Matters of Reincarnation is not only my opportunity, but also the opportunity of many living beings in the Primordial Desolation World."
The Heavenly Dao had long since awakened, establishing the Third Lecture at the Purple Sky Palace and distributing the Hongmeng Purple Qi, until now the Six Saints have returned to their positions.
If Reincarnation is established, the Earthly Dao will also awaken. At that time, the Earthly Dao will also have its own positions, just like the Sainthood in the Heavenly Dao. This time, you will all have the opportunity to participate in the competition for the Way of Earth Saint Position."
Jiang Yun's analysis excited everyone, even the Black Tortoise became interested, since many members of the Giant Turtle Clan still lived in the Nine Netherworlds Land of Reincarnation.
Jiang Yun said solemnly, "The time of 100,000 years is approaching, and the Nine Netherworlds World will soon return to the Primordial World."
The Ancestral Witch Houtu of the Witch Clan will probably soon send a message to my Mount Sumeru and Longevity Mountain, inviting the Western Teachings and my two uncles Zhenyuanzi Hong Yun to go to the Nine Netherworlds to participate in this grand event.
The teachers will take you along. Some of you may need to oversee matters in the Nine Netherworlds World; be prepared and understand this."
"Yes, Senior Brother!" everyone answered in unison.