I Am Hong Yun, Give Me Some Face!

I use Tai Chi Fist with my left hand, And stab forward with a sword in my right.

This sweeping kick is called Clear Snow, Breaking through the flying swallow technique.

My strange meridians and wondrous veins shatter the heavens, My righteous spirit washes over the human world.

Exterminating the wicked and protecting the good is my heart's desire, Goodbye, Master.

Shi Yu set off early in the morning, practicing Tai Chi Fist in the small courtyard while humming a tune, completely at ease.

(I actually know Tai Chi Fist, I learned it in my first year of college~)

"Hey, Master,"

"Whether it's scorching summer or freezing winter,"

"I long for the sky beyond the mountain gate."

"Xiao Luo is still waiting for me in the south. I'm heading down the mountain,"

"His name is Xiao Luo."

A voice came from the straw hut of the Grand Pure One: "What, do you long for life outside Kunlun?"

Immediately after, the other two Martial Uncles also spoke at the same time:

"Eldest Martial Nephew, the Primordial World is not peaceful right now, it's not the best time to leave the mountain."

"Eldest Martial Nephew, who is Xiao Luo? Is he your Dao companion?"

"Good, you already have a Dao companion, why haven't you brought them to your Third Martial Uncle?"

The next moment, Shi Yu turned around and found the Grand Pure One sitting leisurely under the immortal tree in the garden, sipping fragrant tea.

"Is this set of boxing called Tai Chi Fist?"

"It truly lives up to its name, every move and stance contains the essence of Tai Chi!"

"Come, perform it for Master again!"

The Grand Pure One looked at Shi Yu with immense satisfaction. It wasn't easy, his eldest disciple had finally opened up, finally stopped messing around.

"A big watermelon, cut in half with one slice!"

"Aye~"

"You have half, I have half~"

"Ouch~"

"If you don't eat it, and he doesn't eat it, then I'll take it back~"

The set of boxing flowed like water, continuous and smooth, earning applause. However, the Grand Pure One's face turned green.

"What is all this nonsense~"

"Cough, cough, cough~"

He almost choked on his tea. As expected, he had thought too much~

"Eldest Brother!" x2

The Lord of the Heavens and Primordial Heavenly Venerate arrived together, intending to intercede for their eldest martial nephew.

"Don't say anything more, I understand!"

"But you can't persuade me today!"

"Look at this little white crane, how many years has it been on Kunlun Mountain, and how much has its cultivation increased!"

"It's either wandering around Kunlun Mountain or fiddling with its bird's nest all day, never doing anything productive!"

"I taught him alchemy, you taught him artifact refining, and you taught him formations. After so many years, has he made any progress?"

The Grand Pure One unleashed a torrent of words, and the Lord of the Heavens and Primordial Heavenly Venerate suddenly felt that their eldest martial nephew really needed to be taught properly.

The three of us great cultivators are teaching you, and you still won't study hard? That's simply disrespectful!

"Crack~"

"Second Brother, Third Brother, catch!"

"This kid said it well, 'Jade uncarved cannot become an artifact.' Today, we will carve him!" The Grand Pure One broke off three branches from the tree.

"Oh no, today we're having bamboo shoots stir-fried with meat!"

Shi Yu saw that the situation was not good. His master, that old man, was serious this time, so he turned to fly away.

"Suppress~"

The Grand Pure One spoke softly, and a stream of light flew towards Shi Yu. The Heaven and Earth Mysterious Yellow Exquisite Pagoda firmly suppressed him.

"Heavens!"

"Is he really that harsh on his own disciple? He's even using the Exquisite Pagoda!"

"Eldest nephew, don't blame your second uncle and me. We both love you very much~"

Tong Tian put on an act as if he was being forced, but his hands didn't slow down at all.

With a flurry of lightning-fast whips, he had Shi Yu screaming in pain.

"Ah~~"

The sounds of wailing echoed through the heavens from Kunlun Mountain, scattering birds, beasts, fish, and insects.

At this time, with nearly a hundred years left until Hongjun's sermon, the Sanqing had already decided to depart.

"Eldest Brother, Second Brother! Eldest Nephew!"

"We should set off for the Outer Chaos Heaven to listen to the Dao!"

Tong Tian had already tidied himself up. He, Tong Tian, was a person who cared greatly about his appearance, so for such an important event as listening to the sermon, he naturally had to prepare himself properly.

"I'm incredibly curious about the sermon of Saint Hongjun. What exactly is the Dao of a Saint!"

After the Sanqing were ready, they prepared to set off from outside the thatched hut towards the Chaos.

Laozi looked back and saw his disciple following closely behind, emerging from his thatched hut.

Shi Yu stylishly wielded his Cloud Void Water Fan, his white Daoist robe fluttering without wind, exuding an unparalleled aura. He was truly a dashing young man.

Today was the day his master and uncle were heading into the Chaos to listen to the Dao, so Shi Yu had deliberately woken up early to see them off, the three future pillars of his support. He had even dressed up specially for the occasion.

After all these years together, Laozi had thoroughly understood his disciple. This kid was all about putting on a show. Didn't he know that cultivators should be humble?

Didn't he know that pride makes a crane retreat, while humility makes it advance? Didn't he understand why his cultivation had stagnated all these years? Had he even tried?

How could someone as humble as himself have such a high-profile disciple? He felt that this disciple should have belonged to his second or third brother.

In summary, he hadn't disciplined this disciple enough~

However, as a successful master, he still needed to temper his good disciple. Such ostentatious and flamboyant behavior was unacceptable!

"Disciple, my legs are a bit inconvenient. Why don't you give me a ride!"

Laozi looked at Shi Yu with a smile, his face ruddy and appearing extremely kind, as if "venerable and esteemed" was written all over his face.

"Master, alright!"

With a melodious crane cry, a soft and mysterious halo gradually appeared around Shi Yu, and then a giant Tai Xu Shui Yun He emerged.

"Caw~~"

A azure stream of light flew out from Kunlun Mountain, heading straight for the Chaos beyond the heavens.

The Chaos was filled with chaotic energy currents, making it difficult for ordinary beings to reach. Only a select few powerful beings could set foot here.

A white immortal crane carried a golden-yellow, luminous pagoda on its back.

The Heaven and Earth Mysterious Yellow Exquisite Pagoda radiated myriad rays of light, breaking through the chaotic gales. After decades of travel, they finally arrived outside Zixiao Palace.

With the enhancement of the Heaven and Earth Mysterious Yellow Exquisite Pagoda and Shi Yu's desperate rush, the Sanqing finally reached the highest city in the Primordial World – Zixiao Palace.

Wow, Zixiao Palace was too beautiful!

The plaza was vast and boundless, with a simple and ancient great hall standing tall, exuding an air of rustic elegance.

The great hall's doors were tightly shut, with a plaque hanging above. The power of laws condensed into three innate Dao characters: "Zixiao Palace."

Before the Sanqing and their entourage could even rest for a moment, two sharp and potent auras arrived from afar.

"Duang~~"

A dull bell sound echoed from the Chaos as two great suns in the distance rapidly grew larger, their scorching heat washing over them.

The fiery great suns drew closer, gradually transforming into two Three-legged Golden Crows. The two colossal Golden Crows fixed their gazes on the four figures in the distance. Within the True Sun Fire, the Three-legged Golden Crows morphed into two young men.

The one who appeared slightly younger wore an ancient bronze bell on his head, his expression arrogant, exuding an air of "Heaven is supreme, I am second."

Seeing the two ostentatious men in golden Daoist robes, Shi Yu didn't even need to think. Three-legged Golden Crows plus the great bell – who else could it be in the entire Primordial World besides the two gay brothers on the Sun Star?

Di Jun, seeing that the Sanqing had arrived first, was secretly surprised. He felt that he and Tai Yi had already used the Golden Crow Transcendent Rainbow technique, which was the fastest method, yet someone had arrived before them. It seemed there were experts here.

Little did they know, Shi Yu and the others had left their departure point "slightly" earlier than them.

"I am Di Jun, and this is my brother Tai Yi! May I know the esteemed names of you three fellow Daoists?" Di Jun stepped forward, bowed slightly, and spoke first.

"Grand Pure One Laozi!"

"Jade Pure Primordial Heavenly Venerate!"

"Upper Pure Lord of the Heavens!"

The Sanqing responded in turn. After exchanging greetings, they stood apart, awaiting the start of the sermon.

Tai Yi, however, was displeased and whispered to Di Jun:

"Brother, why bother greeting them? We are innate beings, the Great Sun Golden Crows, the future rulers of the Primordial World. Speaking with them lowers our status."

Although the voice was low, it didn't escape the ears of everyone present. They were all mighty beings; did they really think they couldn't hear a few hushed words?

Upon hearing this, Primordial Heavenly Venerate's face turned frosty. He let out a cold snort, "Beasts with fur and horns, hatched from eggs or born from moisture, dare to call themselves masters of the Primordial World? They are ignorant of the heavens' height and the earth's depth, and they even dare to disrespect us!"

Seeing Primordial Heavenly Venerate open fire, Lord of the Heavens drew his sword and pointed it at Tai Yi. "These two feathered birds from the Sun Star are quite chatty. Do you dare to test the sharpness of my immortal sword?"

"Excellent, let's spar!"

Tai Yi's fighting spirit surged upon hearing this. Possessing the Innate Supreme Treasure, the Chaos Bell, was his greatest trump card. Even when facing the veteran mighty beings, the Sanqing, he had the strength to fight.

Seeing the situation about to explode, Shi Yu secretly glanced at his master. Master, it's time for you to show your strength!

Laozi, with his long beard fluttering, stood to the side with a smile. Although he didn't speak, the aura emanating from him inspired awe.

He gave Shi Yu a look, which roughly meant, "Disciple, don't worry, it won't come to a fight~"

Based on their years of interaction, this look held other meanings as well. Shi Yu had already guessed it: his master had always been thick-skinned and dark-hearted. Di Jun and Tai Yi were likely already marked in his mind, and their future would probably be uneasy~

"Oh my, oh my~~"

"Why is everyone drawing their swords?"

"Come, come, everyone give Hong Yun some face~"

"Have my fruits, and let's turn conflict into friendship!"

Before he even arrived, his voice preceded him. Hong Yun, who loved to help others, saw the tense situation and quickly threw out several Innate Spiritual Root Ginseng Fruits, which turned into emerald light and landed in everyone's hands.

"Fellow Daoist Hong Yun, these Ginseng Fruits only produce a few dozen fruits every ten thousand years..."

"It's just a few fruits! Your Wuzhuang Temple is overflowing with them~~"

"They're just sitting there anyway, right!"

Hong Yun, dressed in a red robe, and Zhen Yuanzi, in an orange robe, arrived together.

Seeing Zhen Yuanzi's pained expression, the good-natured Hong Yun patted his good brother's shoulder.

As a good Samaritan, Hong Yun's hobby was to draw his sword to help the weak, and helping others was his specialty.

Di Jun, standing beside Tai Yi, seemed to have thought of something and was about to speak when Tai Yi interrupted him.

"What are you?"

"Are my affairs with them any of your business?"

Tai Yi frowned and glared at Hong Yun, who was sticking his neck out, and rebuked him.

"Fellow Daoist, listen to me, I've come to persuade you..."

Hong Yun, who always played the peacemaker, was suddenly choked off. Instead of being discouraged, he became more energetic, as if he had awakened something he shouldn't have...

"Sorry to bother you!"

"My brother here is a transformed Innate Divine Dog and loves to meddle! Please forgive him!"

Zhen Yuanzi covered Hong Yun's mouth with one hand and dragged him away with the other, disappearing in a flash among the mighty beings.

From those few individuals, Zhen Yuanzi sensed that their strength was not weak, at least in the top tier of the Primordial World. Even though he and Hong Yun were not weak, dealing with them would be troublesome.

Since Hong Yun's "face fruit" ability had not succeeded, the Sun Star duo and Lord of the Heavens and Primordial Heavenly Venerate showed no intention of backing down, and the situation remained deadlocked.

Gradually, more and more mighty beings arrived at the outer plaza of Zixiao Palace, all gathering with the mentality of onlookers.

The Primordial World does not keep track of years, and it was rare for something so interesting to happen. They had to gather and watch.

Seeing this, Laozi spoke softly, "Second brother, third brother, we are the direct descendants of Pangu and should have magnanimity.

The two sides glanced at each other, noting down the other's name and appearance... As for whether they would resort to sneak attacks or ambushes later, that remained to be seen.

Gradually, the mighty beings gathered to watch dispersed, forming small groups and discussing something.

"Third Uncle~"

Shi Yu quietly approached Lord of the Heavens and chuckled, "If you were to fight those two Golden Crows, what would be your chances?"

"Hmph, hmph!"

"With a swing of my sword, they'll only be able to kneel and beg for mercy!"

"Haha, you're an expert at cooking! When the opportunity arises, I'll catch those two feathered birds and have you make me a delicious roasted wing!" Lord of the Heavens' lips curved slightly as he glanced playfully at Di Jun and Tai Yi in the distance.

Sensing the sharp gaze, the two turned their attention to Lord of the Heavens, and once again, the air was filled with tension.

"Brother, that guy really seems to want to fight us~" Tai Yi rubbed his fists, waiting for his elder brother's command before throwing the Chaos Bell.

At that moment, Shi Yu whispered a few words in Lord of the Heavens' ear. The next moment, the future leader of the Intercepting Sect made an international gesture of friendship towards Tai Yi and Di Jun!

"Tai Yi, what does this mean? Why is he giving us the middle finger? Is it some special custom? We've lived on the Sun Star for too long, and there's a generation gap with the Primordial World?"

"Brother, I feel like he's insulting me, but I have no proof," Tai Yi gritted his teeth.

Di Jun frowned, a hint of doubt flashing in his eyes...

Mighty beings continued to break through the chaos and arrive at Zixiao Palace one after another...

"Crack~"

A sound of space shattering rang out. Twelve majestic figures, reaching the heavens and earth, strode out from the spatial rift. Each had a unique expression and a ferocious countenance, enveloped in boundless killing intent.

"Hm?"

"Delicious!!!"

"That's great! It seems that Hongjun fellow also likes to eat this!"

One of the figures, with a beast's head and a human's body, clad in red scales, with two fire dragons coiled around him, his massive eyes fixed on Tai Yi and Di Jun.

Then, a giant hand reached out, poised to capture Tai Yi.

The newcomers were the Twelve Ancestral Witches of the Witch tribe. The Witch tribe consumed exotic beasts from the Primordial World. To them, Tai Yi and Di Jun, whose origins were the Great Sun Golden Crow, were naturally the most delectable delicacies.

"Presumptuous!!!"

Di Jun, who had been silent until now, finally couldn't hold back and made his move. His golden robes billowed without wind, making a rustling sound.

The River Diagram was casually produced, blocking in front of Tai Yi. It transformed into a sky full of stars, protecting him. Zhu Rong's massive hand couldn't budge it in the slightest.

"Third Brother, we're here to help you!"

Several more figures attacked. Instantly, torrential rain poured down, lightning flashed, winds raged, and flames blazed.

"Finally, we can fight!"

"Chaos Bell! Suppress them!"

Tai Yi could no longer contain the battle intent in his heart. His eyes widened in anger, and the Chaos Bell above his head trembled slightly, its invisible ripples pushing back the Ancestral Witches' attacks.

The next moment, the Chaos Bell, carrying supreme power, struck towards these Ancestral Witches.

Di Jiang, the leader of the Twelve Ancestral Witches, flashed his body, using his enormous form to block in front of the other Ancestral Witches, taking the blow head-on.

Di Jiang's true form was a massive red sphere with wings on its back. His physical body was incredibly strong and resilient.

Furthermore, the Witch tribe cultivated their physical bodies primarily, pushing their resilience to the extreme. The Chaos Bell's strike only caused minor damage.

The Twelve Ancestral Witches, their twelve heaven-and-earth-reaching forms, surrounded Di Jun and Tai Yi. Twelve against two, the advantage was theirs.

"Where do you cultivate?"

"One day, I will certainly pay you a visit!"

Di Jun's expression remained as calm as ever, but he bit down particularly "hard" on the last two words.

"We Twelve Ancestral Witches reside below Mount Buzhou. If you two dare to come, we'll make sure you return defeated! Hahahaha!"

Zhu Rong, the most fiery Ancestral Witch of Fire, laughed heartily, his voice like thunder. "Great Sun Golden Crow, huh? I'll turn you into roasted chicken wings!"

"Big Brother, they seem to be our neighbors. But it seems we haven't seen them all these years?"

Nuwa and Fuxi cultivated on Mount Buzhou. This was the first time she had learned about these neighbors.

"Perhaps there's something below Mount Buzhou that conceals heavenly secrets..." Fuxi mused.

Just as the Zixiao Palace plaza was about to turn into a no-holds-barred fighting arena, a saintly aura swept over.

"The time has come, everyone please enter!"

As the doors of Zixiao Palace opened, all that met the eye was a vast expanse. An ancient and distant aura rushed towards them.

Instantly, all the cultivators stopped spectating and surged towards Zixiao Palace. Some used spiritual treasures, others transformed into their true forms, fearing they would miss out on a good spot.