Studying Under Tongtian, Saint of Jie Sect; Fellow Disciples of the Three Pure Ones; Learning at Mount Kunlun!

Lin Zhu had never expected that the person debating the Dao with him would be Tongtian Sect Leader.

Moreover, after speaking with him, Tongtian Sect Leader had actually gained an insight into the mysteries, founded the Jie Sect, attained the Dao and become a Saint, one step ahead of Yuanshi Tianzun and Taishang Laojun.

Just as he was about to step forward to offer his congratulations, Tongtian Sect Leader came before him and said that he wished to take him as a disciple.

Lin Zhu's thoughts turned as he sank into contemplation.

In the future Investiture of the Gods Calamity, the Jie Sect would face a great tribulation, even the peril of extinction.

However, the Investiture of the Gods Calamity was still far away. By then, who knew what level his cultivation might have reached?

Saints were exceedingly strict when accepting disciples.

His cultivation was still shallow. If he could receive the protection of a Saint, his path of cultivation would be much smoother.

Besides!

By taking Tongtian Sect Leader as his master, he would also gain the status of an orthodox member of the Profound School, making it far more convenient for him to travel the Primordial Wilderness in the future.

With a turn of thought, Lin Zhu made up his mind. He immediately stepped forward and performed the formal rite of apprenticeship. "This disciple, Lin Zhu, is willing to join the Jie Sect and heed the teachings of the Saint."

Tongtian Sect Leader's face lit up with delight.

"From this day onward, you are a disciple of my Jie Sect!"

"You are the first disciple I have accepted, so naturally, you shall be the Senior Brother of Jie Sect."

"Though you are merely a Spirit Bamboo by origin, your knowledge is extraordinary. From our conversation today, I comprehended the method of becoming a Saint. This may be considered a Karmic Bond between us."

"As you said, so long as you cultivate diligently, there may yet come a day when you attain the Dao."

"Your cultivation is still shallow. After becoming my disciple, go travel through the Primordial Wilderness!"

"Broaden your horizons and cultivate well. What do you say?"

Lin Zhu immediately agreed. "Yes."

"Ha ha... good!"

Tongtian Sect Leader was not surprised that Lin Zhu was willing to become his disciple.

"As you have only just entered my tutelage, I shall grant you a treasure for self-defense and to protect your Dao."

"When your cultivation is accomplished and you have determined the direction of your foundation, I shall grant you another treasure."

As he spoke, Tongtian Sect Leader made a motion with his hand, and a Long Sword appeared in it.

Streams of light swirled across the sword, while Dao Charm flowed around it. At a glance, it was clear that it was no ordinary item.

Lin Zhu accepted the Long Sword with both hands and bowed to Tongtian Sect Leader. "Thank you, Master."

Tongtian Sect Leader said, "This is the Qingping Sword, the sword I use. Its power is immense. So long as you raise your cultivation, you will be able to wield it. The higher your cultivation becomes, the more its might will gradually increase!"

"This item was born alongside me when I attained the Dao. I am lending it to you for now to protect your Dao, but once your cultivation is accomplished, it must be returned."

Lin Zhu was overjoyed upon hearing this and stared excitedly at the Long Sword in his hands.

Naturally, he knew of the Qingping Sword.

This sword was a Top-Grade Primordial Spiritual Treasure, formed from a lotus leaf of the Creation Green Lotus, a treasure bearing forty-eight Restrictions.

As the sword used by Tongtian Sect Leader, it was naturally extraordinary.

Now that Tongtian Sect Leader had bestowed it upon him to protect his Dao, it showed just how highly he regarded him.

Tongtian Sect Leader glanced at Lin Zhu. "Mm. I have now attained the Dao, so I must first return to Mount Kunlun. Come with me, and you can familiarize yourself with the way."

Lin Zhu immediately followed Tongtian Sect Leader toward Mount Kunlun.

Mount Kunlun was not nearby, but with Tongtian Sect Leader, a Saint, accompanying him, they arrived quickly.

Atop Mount Kunlun stood three towering Daoist Temples.

Auspicious Clouds gathered around all three palaces, while Auspicious Aura surged. Omens of good fortune continuously manifested above their roofs.

The Daoist Temple in the center was exceptionally dignified, seeming to merge with heaven and earth. Before its palace hung the words Taiqing Eight Scenery Palace.

Without question, this was likely the Daoist Temple of Taishang Laojun, the Grand Purity Saint.

The palace on the left was solemn and imposing, with the words Yuqing Jade Void Palace hanging above it.

This should be where the Daoist Temple of Yuanshi Tianzun, the Jade Purity Saint, was located.

The palace on the right was elegant yet domineering, like an arrow leaving the bow. It was precisely Tongtian Sect Leader Daoist Temple.

Tongtian Sect Leader brought Lin Zhu down onto the mountaintop.

At that moment, two streaks of light shot toward them.

One was an old man clad in gray Daoist robes, with white hair and a white beard.

When Lin Zhu looked at the old man, he felt as though the man had merged with heaven and earth. He could not sense even the slightest fluctuation of magical power from him.

The old Daoist was accompanied by a handsome young man with a refined appearance and fair complexion.

Upon seeing them, Tongtian Sect Leader hurriedly led Lin Zhu forward. "Greetings, Senior Brother!"

Lin Zhu was quick to read the situation and immediately stepped forward. "Greetings, Martial Uncle."

Taishang Laojun smiled and glanced at Lin Zhu. Seeing that Lin Zhu's origin was not particularly remarkable, yet that he possessed considerable spiritual vitality, he knew that he must be the new disciple Tongtian Sect Leader had accepted.

Taishang Laojun thus said with a smile, "I never expected Tongtian to found his sect and become a Saint before me."

"I presume this child is the disciple you have newly accepted?"

Seeing Lin Zhu take the initiative to greet Taiqing with proper bearing, Tongtian Sect Leader could not help but feel quite satisfied. "Indeed. He is the Senior Disciple of my Jie Sect."

Taishang Laojun turned to the young man behind him. "Xuan Du, why have you not greeted your Martial Uncle?"

Only then did the young man step forward and bow to Tongtian Sect Leader. "Xuan Du greets Martial Uncle Tongtian Sect Leader."

Then he looked toward Lin Zhu, his heart stirring slightly as he said, "Greetings, Senior Brother."

Seeing that Taishang Laojun had also accepted a disciple, Tongtian Sect Leader swept his gaze over Xuan Du and instantly saw through his origin.

He was the first member of the Human Race created by Nüwa. Tongtian Sect Leader raised his hand, and a treasure appeared within it.

It was a fist-sized fruit, red and translucent. Dao Charm flowed across its surface, marking it as no ordinary object.

"As this is our first meeting, let this Bodhi Vermillion Fruit serve as your greeting gift from your Martial Uncle."

Taishang Laojun hurriedly said, "Though this vermillion fruit is not an Innate Spiritual Root, consuming it can grant the equivalent of several hundred years of cultivation."

"Xuan Du, hurry and thank your Martial Uncle."

Xuan Du was overjoyed. He quickly thanked Tongtian Sect Leader, accepted the vermillion fruit, and stepped back to the side.

Seeing Tongtian Sect Leader bestow a treasure upon his disciple, Taishang Laojun felt that if he did not give Lin Zhu something in return, it would make him seem inferior.

Thus, he pondered briefly before flipping his hand and taking out a medicinal pill. "This is a Gold Wood Spirit Pill, refined by me using wood-element Heavenly Materials and Earthly Treasures."

"You possess a Gold-Wood Body. This pill is perfectly suited to you."

Lin Zhu was immediately overjoyed upon hearing this.

A Saint's gift truly was extraordinary.

He could tell at a glance that this pill was of no low quality.

If he consumed it, he would certainly gain tremendous benefits.

He immediately stepped forward and bowed to Taishang Laojun. "Thank you, Martial Uncle, for bestowing this treasure."

After exchanging a few pleasantries with Taishang Laojun, Tongtian Sect Leader asked, "Why is Second Senior Brother nowhere to be seen?"

Taishang Laojun said, "Yuanshi left the mountain with me to seek an inheriting disciple. He has yet to return, so I presume he has not found anyone satisfactory."

Tongtian Sect Leader nodded slightly. "Senior Brother Yuanshi has exceptionally high standards. I fear ordinary people would find it difficult to catch his eye."

"Very well. I intend to have Lin Zhu travel the Primordial Wilderness. Before his departure, I merely brought him here to familiarize himself with the place. We shall take our leave first."

After bidding farewell to Taishang Laojun and Xuan Du, Tongtian Sect Leader led Lin Zhu into the Daoist Temple.

As Lin Zhu entered the Daoist Temple, his eyes immediately lit up.

The interior truly contained another world.

The main hall was incomparably vast. Boundless auspicious energy roiled through it, while Golden Lotuses manifested one after another in the void.

It truly is a Saint's Daoist Temple!

Lin Zhu could not help but marvel inwardly.

Tongtian Sect Leader pointed with one hand, and a Lotus Throne appeared within the main hall.

With another motion of his hand, a Prayer Mat appeared beneath Lin Zhu's feet.

"Lin Zhu, you have joined my sect and are the Senior Disciple of my Jie Sect."

"You possess dual gold and wood affinities. I shall explain to you the mysteries of the gold and wood elements, as well as the Sword Dao. Listen carefully. How much you can comprehend will depend on your own fortune."