Bestowing Treasures!

They completely ignored the profound and unwavering bond between Guizhenzi and Old Man Qingrong.

Zhou Yuan addressed the people of Wuyi Mountain again:

"Jiuzhen, Huai Po, come forward."

Madam Jiuzhen and Granny Huai exchanged a glance, both seeing ecstatic joy in each other's eyes.

"You two have worked tirelessly for my lineage."

"To stand by someone in times of crisis and never abandon them—this merit deserves to be rewarded."

"Since you two have already achieved the Primordial Unity Golden Immortal..."

"Would you be willing to serve as a nominal subordinate under this humble Daoist priest?"

There was no reason for Madam Jiuzhen and Granny Huai to refuse.

The one before us is Quasi-Saint Heavenly Venerate whose cultivation alone is unprecedented. Not to mention, he is one of the nine great patriarchs of the Xuanmen, having established the Earth Immortal Dao lineage and the Ghost Immortal Path lineage.

He truly is a great figure standing at the very top of the Primordial World pyramid.

Such a powerful figure in the Daoist arts, even becoming his nominal disciple is Blessing and Virtue earned through countless lifetimes of good deeds.

Immediately, Madam Jiuzhen and Granny Huai prostrated themselves on the ground like a mountain of gold and a jade pillar falling, expressing their gratitude:

"Teacher, please have mercy!"

"Nine Truths can become the master of Jade Truth Cave, and Granny Huai can become the master of Ten Thousand Spirits Cave."

After Zhou Yuan finished speaking, he also took out two jade slips and instructed them:

"The Dharma should not be passed on to Six-Eared Macaque, and the Way should not be lightly bestowed."

"This method leads directly to the Great Dao Way, and it will not be taught to anyone but those with true knowledge and pure hearts!"

"Your disciple will remember your teachings."

The two men respectfully accepted the jade slip, bowed, and withdrew.

Only after this did Zhou Yuan turn his gaze to the forty-four disciples who had reached the peak of the Golden Immortal realm.

When the disciples saw the Celestial Venerable's gaze lower, their hearts pounded like drums, making it difficult for them to remain calm.

It seemed like a while had passed, yet it also seemed like a very long time had gone by.

The Celestial Venerable, seated atop the Dao Platform, finally spoke.

Just a few words were enough to make them ecstatic, wishing they could bow down and worship.

"Since you have already cultivated to the Golden Immortal level..."

"Only half a step away from becoming a Primordial Unity Golden Immortal."

"So he temporarily assumed the position of cave master."

"After 129,600 years, if you can ascend to the position of Taiyi, then this cave master will be yours."

These disciples and followers have traveled far and wide for the sake of the Daoist lineage over the years; even if they haven't achieved great things, they have certainly worked hard.

Moreover, their qualifications are all top-notch.

Given their proven loyalty, Zhou Yuan was naturally more willing to give these elders a chance.

After the teachings have been passed on to this group of disciples and followers.

Zhou Yuan laughed:

"If you all make great contributions to the Daoist lineage in the future..."

"If there is an affinity with the Dharma, you may also become a disciple in name only."

Having said that, Zhou Yuan ignored how grateful and excited his disciples were.

With a wave of his sleeve, he bestowed some magical treasures and spiritual fruits upon them, and then sent them away.

Only the six Taiyi, unique to the Wuyi Mountain Dao Lineage, remained present.

"May the teacher be blessed!"

Wu Zhiqi, barely suppressing his excitement, respectfully said:

"Congratulations to Master on attaining Quasi- Mystic Gate Ancestor. The Primordial Chaos Realm is within reach."

Guizhenzi, Jin Chentao, and others also prostrated themselves in worship.

"Alright!"

Zhou Yuan tapped Wu Zhiqi's head with his bamboo cane and said gently:

"You have been able to subdue your restless mind and transform demons into the Way. Excellent, excellent."

That day, he was forced to flee to the underworld by the Great Freedom Heavenly Son.

In an act of revenge, Wu Zhiqi even destroyed hundreds of altars of the Western Demonic Cult in a fit of rage. Although he was somewhat violent, he had a good heart.

After exchanging pleasantries for a while...

Zhou Yuan said seriously:

"Today, the sun and moon have changed, and the Mystic Gate Immortal Paths are flourishing."

"The Divine Demon Dao Lineage, the remnants of the ancient times, must be thoroughly dealt with and swept into the dustbin of history."

"Write this down, I will make the following arrangements."

"Guizhenzi."

"Disciple is here."

Guizhenzi respectfully bowed and said:

"Please give your instructions, teacher."

"Now that you have assumed the position of President of the Primordial World Commerce Guild of the Acquired Merchant Dao..."

"Taking advantage of this opportunity, we will promote the Houtian Marketplace to the Divine Demon Imperial Dynasty, the Divine Demon Tribes, and other places."

"Wherever there are practitioners who gather, there can be Marketplace dedicated to our Dao."

"Hurry up on things over at Sihai too."

"Now that the Dragon Clan has been defeated, both Candle Dragon and the Dragon Mother Empress are seriously injured and will be unable to leave the mountain for some time."

"Taking advantage of this opening, let's establish the Marketplace on the Four Seas Islands in one fell swoop."

"In this way, land-based creatures can enter the sea, and sea-based creatures can come ashore."

Before the Mystic Gate Opens Mountain Primordial Continent was dominated by various Divine Demon Dao Lineages, tribes, and dynasties.

The four seas belong to the dragon race.

The establishment of Marketplace is prohibited in these areas.

But now, the Divine Demon Dao Lineage is a thing of the past, and the dragon race, having suffered two heavy blows in succession, cannot withstand further turmoil.

The spread of Acquired Merchant Dao.

Guizhenzi naturally understood this principle, and he said solemnly:

"Please don't worry, teacher."

"Your disciple will certainly do his utmost to live up to your expectations."

Zhou Yuan nodded.

With a flick of his sleeve, a compass shrouded in a hazy spiritual light appeared before Guizhenzi.

"This is Low-grade Innate Spiritual Treasure, the Five Elements Compass."

"This treasure can calculate Heavenly Secrets and conjure innate five-element formations to trap and capture enemies."

"Then it is given to you."

"If you encounter danger on your journey, you can use this treasure for protection. If you pray sincerely, this humble Daoist priest will surely protect you."

Guizhenzi stared intently at the Five Elements Compass before him.

He cultivates the Path of Heavenly Secrets.

Encountering such an Innate Spiritual Treasure, it would be hypocritical to say one didn't want it, but the old man suppressed his desire and said solemnly:

"The teacher has already rewarded the disciple for the merits he has rendered."

"How can I accept such a precious treasure again!"

"Please, teacher, take back the treasure."

Zhou Yuan waved his hand:

"That can be considered an early reward for your efforts."

"You may go now!"

In this battle of Kunlun, quite a few Great Luo Dao Lords and Quasi-Saint Heavenly Venerate perished on the Losers' Alliance.

According to the rules, whoever kills the enemy naturally inherits the estate.

These beings, who have survived since ancient times, are all wealthy and possess at least one Innate Spiritual Treasure for protection.

Zhou Yuan possessed more than ten such Low-grade Innate Spiritual Treasures.

For him now, it's not considered a precious item.

Seeing that Zhou Yuan's mind was made up, Guizhenzi had no choice but to put away the spiritual treasure.

Then, with murderous intent, a golden beam of light was erected, soaring straight into the Yunxiao.

"Please sit down, teacher."

"If a disciple cannot broaden the Acquired Merchant Dao..."

"He'll come back with his head!"

The saying goes, "To repay your kindness on the golden platform, I would gladly die for you, like a jade dragon." This is exactly what it means.

"Wu Zhiqi, Jiuzhen, Jin Chentao."

"Disciple is here."

The three of them stepped forward.

"You shall then lead the capable disciples within the cave, and then muster the entire Huai River naval force."

"Reclaim the Primordial Continent, and the lifeblood of its Rivers, Lakes, and Seas."

After saying this, he bestowed four more treasures upon the recipient.

One is the Low-grade Innate Spiritual Treasure, the Hundred Poisons Peach Blossom Miasma. This item is created by combining a hundred kinds of World Creation poisonous energies with the first wisp of innate peach blossom miasma energy created at the beginning of creation. Once this item is displayed, a red-faced skull will appear before one's eyes. It is perfect for Madam Jiuzhen to use.

What was bestowed upon Jin Chentao was a golden gourd, Low-grade Innate Spiritual Treasure, the Crimson Gold Divine Sword Gourd. This treasure was exceptionally powerful, capable of unleashing Innate Geng Metal sword energy with astonishing killing intent.

Zhou Yuan looked at the [Profound Nether Weak Water Bead] floating in the Grand Void and said to Wu Zhiqi:

"This treasure is returned to you."

"Never take advantage of the magic weapon and cause further harm."

This means that when Wu Zhiqi first became a disciple, Zhou Yuan bestowed upon him this Mid-grade Innate Spiritual Treasure, which he used to show off and challenge the Taiyi and demons around him, until a Dao Lord came to his door.

That's how Zhou Yuan managed to take the magic weapon.

Wu Zhiqi chuckled:

"No more, no more!"

He deftly put away the [Profound Nether Weak Water Bead].

Then, his eyes gleamed as he stared intently at the staff that was flashing with lightning and whose sides were filled with swirling Yin and Yang energy. He felt his mouth go dry and a surge of joy rose in his heart.

He rubbed his hands together, then took out the [Profound Nether Weak Water Bead] again, presented it with both hands, and then looked expectantly at Zhou Yuan:

"Master, this disciple does not want this [Profound Nether Weak Water Bead]."

"Please, Master, bestow this staff upon me."