Forward and Backward! The Disciple Recruitment Ends, Each Finds Their Place!

At this moment, countless living beings had already claimed their spots.

They waited quietly for the gates of Kunlun Mountain to open.

Beyond these, more living beings were still streaming toward Kunlun Mountain without end.

"Big brother, so many people!"

A light, ethereal voice rang out.

Following the sound, one could see a woman stepping forward atop an auspicious cloud.

The woman wore a green silk dress, breathtakingly beautiful, with a pair of almond eyes curiously surveying the multitude of beings.

This woman was none other than Bixiao, who had come from Three Immortal Island.

By Bixiao's side followed three others.

Two women and one man.

The woman in a flowing white immortal robe with wide sleeves was equally stunning, with a vermilion dot at the center of her brow.

Who else could it be but Yunxiao?

The other woman, clad in purple, was Qiongxiao, the second of the San Xiao.

As for the man, he wore a cyan Daoist robe, his face resolute, his eyes beneath sword-like brows sharp and spirited. Standing before the three sisters, he was as steady as a mountain.

He was none other than Zhao Gongming, the elder brother of the San Xiao.

These Three Immortal Islands were three connected immortal isles.

Between the islands lay a stream called Clear Wind Stream, where a gentle breeze often came.

As heaven and earth evolved, a wisp of clear wind and three colorful clouds gradually developed intelligence. The four grew together in one place, accompanying each other day and night.

Through diligent cultivation, they finally faced the Form Transformation Heavenly Tribulation.

After crossing the tribulation, that wisp of clear wind became Zhao Gongming, and the three colorful clouds became the San Xiao.

Upon learning that the Three Pure Ones were taking disciples, Zhao Gongming and the San Xiao naturally did not want to miss such an opportunity, so they came to Kunlun Mountain.

Just as Zhao Gongming arrived with the San Xiao, they immediately drew considerable attention.

"So beautiful!"

"Also seeking a chance at fortune!"

"..."

Many living beings turned to look at the San Xiao, all captivated by the stunning beauty of the three women.

The San Xiao paid it no mind.

After a moment of silence, Zhao Gongming spoke:

"The Three Pure Ones are Pangu's Orthodox Lineage."

"This opportunity—we must seize it!"

Hearing Zhao Gongming's words, the San Xiao nodded in unison.

Time slipped by.

Soon, the three-thousand-year deadline set by Tongtian and Yuanshi arrived.

"Boom! Boom!"

On this day, a ten-thousand-zhang Rosy Cloud burst forth from the peak of Kunlun Mountain. Two terrifying auras instantly enveloped heaven and earth.

Immediately after, two figures stepped out from the clouds.

They were none other than Tongtian and Yuanshi of the Three Pure Ones.

Tongtian wore a cyan robe that fluttered in the wind, the phantom of the Immortal-Slaying Four Swords revolving behind him.

His sword-like brows slanted into his temples, and within his eyes, it seemed galaxies revolved.

A hint of carefree smile hung at the corner of his mouth, while the Qingping Sword at his waist sang without cease, its Sword Qi soaring into the sky.

Yuanshi had his hair bound with a jade crown, the Three Treasures Jade Ruyi letting down ten thousand tassels.

His expression was solemn, his entire being wrapped in profound Daoist rhythm.

Seeing Yuanshi and Tongtian appear, countless living beings showed deep reverence, bowing to the two in salute.

After appearing, Tongtian spoke:

"Those who pass may enter my sect."

As his words fell, Tongtian and Yuanshi each swept their sleeves.

"Boom!"

In an instant, the two great formations activated directly.

"Those who pass through the formations may enter Kunlun Mountain above."

"Begin."

Yuanshi said calmly.

The moment his words fell, countless living beings surged forward.

"Charge!"

One after another, they pressed on, afraid of being half a step too slow, and soon flooded into the formations.

The formation laid by Tongtian was a sword array, filled with Sha Qi and crisscrossed with Sword Qi.

As for the formation laid by Yuanshi, auspicious light coiled around it, appearing peaceful yet hiding profound mysteries. Within the Celebration Cloud evolved three thousand small worlds, each world a trial of the Dao heart.

Everyone knew that whichever formation they dared to breach, upon success, they would be taken as disciples by the formation's creator, Yuanshi or Tongtian.

Watching the countless living beings surge like a tide toward the two great formations.

Yunxiao raised her fair hand lightly, a stream of golden light swirling, directly shielding the four siblings in a pure, clear space.

"Big brother, which one do we choose?"

Yunxiao looked toward Zhao Gongming.

Hearing this, Zhao Gongming narrowed his eyes slightly, his gaze shifting between the two formations.

As he appraised them, a flash of resolve crossed his eyes, and he replied:

"Let's choose Senior Tongtian!"

To this, the San Xiao had no objections, and they accompanied Zhao Gongming as they flew swiftly toward the sword formation set by Tongtian.

At this moment, Duobao and Yu Ding, seeing the two formations manifest, also felt their hearts stir with excitement.

They had come to Kunlun Mountain long ago, waiting for this very day.

"Daoist Duobao, which one do you choose?"

Yu Ding asked Duobao curiously.

Duobao smiled faintly and replied:

"I wish to join Senior Tongtian's sect."

"Daoist Qin Mu is Senior Tongtian's chief great disciple."

"Being with him—it's quite good!"

Hearing Duobao's words, Yu Ding nodded lightly and responded:

"I choose Senior Yuanshi!"

"Good luck, Daoist!"

"I hope to meet you again within Kunlun Mountain."

With that, Yu Ding did not wait for Duobao's reply and flew straight into the formation laid by Yuanshi.

Duobao smiled faintly, took a deep breath, and then charged without hesitation into the sword formation set by Tongtian.

Time passed quietly, and before they knew it, a hundred years had gone by.

At this moment, atop Kunlun Mountain.

Tongtian and Yuanshi stood side by side.

"Oh?"

Suddenly, Tongtian raised an eyebrow and murmured, "How interesting!"

As the one who set the sword formation, he could naturally know everything happening within it at will.

He could sense that many living beings within the formation were exceptionally outstanding, already on the verge of breaking through it.

Among them, naturally, were Zhao Gongming and the San Xiao, four siblings.

These four—Zhao Gongming charged at the forefront, his gaze resolute, cleaving through streaks of Sword Qi.

The San Xiao followed closely behind Zhao Gongming, forming a formation to assist him.

Aside from them, there was also Duobao.

Though alone, the treasures in his hands were endless, and he had actually carved out a path by sheer force.

Of course, Yuanshi had also taken a liking to quite a few promising seedlings.

Such as Yu Ding, Guangchengzi...

Soon, the appointed time limit arrived.

Tongtian looked at the many living beings who had broken out of the sword formation before him and laughed heartily:

"Excellent! All fine seedlings!"

As he spoke, he cast an extra glance at Zhao Gongming.

His expression clearly showed that he was quite satisfied with Zhao Gongming's performance in the sword formation.

Yuanshi's gaze remained as usual; he also looked over the many living beings who had emerged from the formation he had set up, then nodded slightly and said:

"Acceptable."

"The recruitment of disciples is complete. Those without fate, disperse."

With Yuanshi's words, he swept his wide sleeve, and the formation he had set up instantly dissipated into nothingness.

The living beings still trapped in the formation flew out one after another, landing outside Kunlun Mountain.

Seeing this, Tongtian smiled faintly and, with a light wave of his hand, also dismissed the sword formation.

Then, Tongtian turned his gaze toward Zhao Gongming, San Xiao, Duobao, and the others:

"Follow me!"

With that, Tongtian led the group and flew away.

Yuanshi did not delay either; he also took Yu Ding and the others, riding clouds as they flew toward his own cultivation grounds.