Primordial Era: Apprenticeship Under Laozi, I Forge a Mythical Golden Elixir

In a short period, the Human Race's foundation, accumulated over tens of thousands of years, was being depleted at a terrifying rate.

The corresponding results were also very pleasing.

Within a thousand-mile radius of Shouyang Mountain, tribulation clouds gathered almost every day.

Although some individuals unfortunately perished in the tribulation lightning, the overall success rate was much higher than before.

Originally, the Human Race consisted mostly of True Immortals, but now they had been replaced by Mysterious Immortals.

After sending off a Human Race member who was overjoyed and repeatedly expressed his thanks, Luo Xuan finally breathed a sigh of relief.

"Each time this method is refined, a waiting period is required."

"Over these past few days, all of the Human Race has undergone one refinement, so it should be easier from now on."

As he spoke, Luo Xuan suddenly felt a familiar aura descend from the sky.

The golden clouds, upon landing, transformed into a dense fog called Merit.

At this moment, this Merit did not enter Luo Xuan's body but instead spread among all the Human Race.

In this instant, the Human Race's fortune surged dramatically.

It felt as if a candle flame in the dark night had suddenly transformed into a brilliant moon.

All the great powers of the Primordial World opened their eyes.

Once again, Shouyang Mountain became the focus of the entire Primordial World.

On a mountain range tens of thousands of miles away from Shouyang Mountain, a mouse hole was concealed by weeds.

Within the cave, a demonic aura could still be clearly felt.

In a very short time, the situation at Shouyang Mountain was recorded on a Jade Slip and sent to Kunpeng.

"...Lord Di Jun, that's what happened. Something unknown has occurred at Shouyang Mountain, and the Human Race is extensively refining their bodies, with many already breaking through."

The True Sun Fire, flowing slowly in Di Jun's hand, was instantly extinguished. He coldly looked in the direction of Shouyang Mountain.

"Hmph, mere ants, even if they've learned some method for body refinement from somewhere."

"Can they compare to the bloodline and physical bodies of my Demon Race?"

Kunpeng hesitated for a moment and said, "But Lord Di Jun, the Human Race's fortune has increased, and various great powers are once again paying attention to them."

The Heavenly Court had already prepared its forces, waiting for a thunderous strike against the Human Race.

If they were to act now, the Heavenly Court might be criticized by all the myriad races of the Primordial World.

Di Jun let out a cold laugh and sat back on his throne, saying, "They are facing impending doom yet remain oblivious. Let them frolic for a few more days."

Even as he said this, Di Jun's brow furrowed slightly, showing a hint of impatience.

His brow was slightly overcast, indicating Di Jun's considerable dissatisfaction with the current changes in the Human Race.

Kunpeng's eyes darted around, and he chuckled, "Lord Di Jun, the might of our Heavenly Court is like the sun in the sky. Why should we avoid the Human Race's sharp edge?"

"We only need to have a few great demons loitering outside Shouyang Mountain, waiting for an opportunity to hunt the Human Race. We can still obtain their essence."

Di Jun's eyes lit up at his words. He tossed a token bearing the image of a Golden Crow into Kunpeng's hand.

"This matter is now entirely in your charge."

"Your subordinate obeys!" Kunpeng took the token and bowed respectfully, a bloodthirsty glint flashing in his eyes.

It could be said that in addition to benefiting the Human Race, the greatest beneficiaries of the Human Race's increased fortune were Nuwa and Laozi.

One was the Holy Mother of the Human Race, and the other was the sect leader of the Human Sect, both having bestowed teachings upon them.

When the Human Race's fortune increased, they were still in cultivation.

The Human Race's fortune immediately affected them.

Of course, it was a positive influence; both of them felt their cultivation had advanced significantly.

This was an inconceivable matter for them, who were already at the Saint realm.

Laozi slightly opened his eyes.

"The Human Race has changed. Could it be that Luo Xuan did something?"

The thought of Luo Xuan brought a slight smile to Laozi's lips.

Ever since he took this disciple, not only had he helped him achieve sainthood, but he had also brought such benefits.

It was absolutely worth it!

Chapter 43: Disappointing Creatures

"The Human Race's fortune has increased because of Luo Xuan?"

Yuanshi, also one of the Three Pure Ones, noticed the changes at Shouyang Mountain at the same time.

His divine sense swept over, and he instantly understood the cause and effect.

"Luo Xuan actually created a body-refining method himself?"

Yuanshi's whisk almost fell from his shoulder, his eyes filled with shock.

He looked at Nanji Xianweng not far away and couldn't help but sigh.

Sensing his master's gaze, Nanji Xianweng opened his eyes and looked, "Master?"

Seeing the confusion in Yuanshi's eyes, he thought for a moment before saying, "Disciple, what is your cultivation level now?"

Seeing the faint hope in Yuanshi's eyes, Nanji Xianweng, not understanding why, answered truthfully.

"Reporting to Master, I just broke through to Late Golden Immortal not long ago."

Yuanshi shook his head and sighed, "Too slow."

Nanji Xianweng was even more bewildered.

Not long ago, Duobao Daoist of the Intercepting Sect was inexplicably confined by Uncle Tongtian, and he had finally caught up and broken through to Late Golden Immortal.

And this cultivation speed was slow?

Yuanshi continued, "How is the artifact refining technique I taught you progressing?"

Nanji Xianweng was slightly stunned and said, "Master, didn't you say my realm was too low and I only needed to memorize it for now?"

"So you haven't refined anything?"

Yuanshi raised an eyebrow and said sternly, "Slow cultivation is one thing, but you've also been neglecting artifact refining."

"You truly are disappointing."

Nanji Xianweng: "???"

Seeing Nanji Xianweng's slightly unconvinced look, Yuanshi flicked his whisk and said, "It seems I've been too lenient with you. Starting today, you will double your cultivation efforts."

"And as for artifact refining, you won't leave Yuqing Palace until you've mastered it."

Nanji Xianweng trembled upon hearing this. He was on the verge of tears.

He didn't know how he had provoked his master.

In a cave dwelling in Shangqing Palace, the powerful restrictions outside suddenly opened.

"Haha, I've finally broken through to Grand Unity Golden Immortal!"

As soon as Duobao, who had just advanced to Early Grand Unity Golden Immortal, left the cave dwelling, he roamed all over Kunlun Mountain, searching for Luo Xuan's figure.

But he couldn't find him after searching for a long time.

Luo Xuan raised his head proudly and said, "It seems this Luo Xuan is afraid that I will also advance to Grand Unity Golden Immortal and defeat him, so he's hiding in advance."

"Heh, this Luo Xuan is nothing special."

After some self-praise, Duobao pushed open the door and entered Shangqing Palace.

"Master, I've advanced to Grand Unity Golden Immortal. As you said, can I be released from confinement now?"

Tongtian lowered his eyelids. Hearing Duobao's words, he didn't look up and said, "Oh? Not bad."

His expression didn't seem excited, and his tone was full of perfunctory meaning.

Duobao was confused and asked, "Master, you don't seem happy that I broke through?"

Tongtian said calmly, "I know what you're thinking. Luo Xuan is already at Mid Grand Unity and can break through to Late stage at any time."

Duobao looked up and tightened his grip on the sword in his hand, "So what? I want to defeat him with my Early stage realm."

Tongtian continued, "Luo Xuan defeated the Witch Clan's prodigy of the same realm with his physical strength."

"What?" Duobao's mouth widened, and his voice became sharper.

Tongtian said, "Not long ago, Luo Xuan created a body-refining technique himself, laying an unparalleled foundation for the Human Race's path."

"..."

Duobao stood alone, looking somewhat dejected and desolate.

Tongtian added, "Just now, the Human Race's destiny has grown rapidly because of this technique."

At the doorway, Duobao's body seemed to turn to stone bit by bit.

After a long time, Duobao slowly turned around and walked out of Shangqing Palace.

"What are you going to do?"

"Master, your disciple wishes to return to confinement and contemplate life."

Others felt an indescribable sense of comfort all over their bodies, not knowing what had happened.

But Suiren Shi and others, as the Three Ancestors of the Human Race, could clearly feel the rapid growth of the Human Race's destiny.

"This is a great joyous occasion for the entire Human Race!"

When the Three Ancestors excitedly informed all the Human Race of this matter, no one could say anything more.

Because all the words they could think of had already been given to Luo Xuan.