Kunlun Mountain.
Jade Void Palace.
Yuanshi's thoughts stirred slightly, and a decree silently pierced through the void.
A moment later, an Auspicious Cloud came from the distant horizon and drifted into the main hall of the Jade Void Palace before descending outside the hall.
It was none other than True Lord Taiyi, one of the Twelve Golden Immortals.
Inside the main hall, Venerable Lord Yuanshi sat upright on a Cloud Bed, surrounded by flowing Qingyun.
Taiyi hurried forward and respectfully bowed to the figure seated upon the Cloud Bed.
"Disciple Taiyi pays respects to Master! May Master enjoy boundless longevity!"
"Rise."
Venerable Lord Yuanshi's voice echoed through the hall, revealing neither joy nor anger.
"Thank you, Master."
True Lord Taiyi straightened up and stood to the side with his hands lowered, secretly speculating in his heart.
He wondered why Master had summoned him alone today.
Could it be related to the Tribulation?
Just as his thoughts raced, Venerable Lord Yuanshi made his move.
Venerable Lord Yuanshi merely waved his hand.
Buzz!
A mass of five-colored radiance appeared from thin air and hovered in the center of the hall.
Within the radiance, a precious pearl spun lazily, rising and falling unsteadily.
Natural Dao Rhythm emanated from it. Spiritual light shrouded it, radiating a pure and mighty aura of Creation.
It was the Innate Spiritual Treasure retrieved from Wa Huang Palace—Lingzhuzi.
"Taiyi."
"This disciple is here."
"This is Lingzhuzi. Born innately, he listened to sermons at Wa Huang Palace for countless years. He has extraordinary talent, excellent foundations, and exceptional spirituality."
"He is the Person of Destiny I found for you to take the tribulation in your place."
Venerable Lord Yuanshi looked at the pearl and continued.
"Take him with you and make a trip to the mortal realm."
"Send him to