Primordial World, Kunlun Mountain.
The divine mountain was majestic, piercing the clouds.
Billions of feet of auspicious energy cascaded down, and countless rare birds and exotic beasts darted through the forest.
As the foremost blessed land in the Primordial World, Kunlun Mountain had not yet experienced the pain of division.
The Three Pure Ones were of one mind, and although the Chan Sect and Jie Sect had ideological disputes.
On the surface, they still maintained the appearance of a loving family.
Of course, private friction was unavoidable.
In the Outer Sect of the Jie Sect, within a cave dwelling filled with the heat of earth and fire.
A young Daoist priest, clad in a dark robe.
With a heroic and resolute face, sat cross-legged.
He slowly exhaled a breath of stale air.
"After coming to this Primordial World, I've finally completely adapted to the identity of Zhao Gongming."
The young man opened his eyes, a hint of helplessness, unfitting for his appearance, flashing within them.
He was originally a corporate slave on Blue Star. He woke up one day to find himself the eldest disciple of the Outer Sect of the Jie Sect, Zhao Gongming.
Logically speaking, this was an excellent starting point.
With Sect Master Tongtian as his backer.
And with such Top Grade sisters as the Three Xiaos, he was destined to become the God of Wealth in the future.
But having read extensively about the Primordial World, he knew very well that this identity was a huge pitfall.
Once the Investiture of the Gods Tribulation arrived, he would be nothing more than a money-offering boy.
And he would ultimately end up on the list of deities, destined to be enshrined.
Driven by Haotian, he would no longer be free.
"The Witch-Demon Tribulation has only just begun."
"Although friction between the two races is constant, there are still hundreds of thousands of miles to go before the Investiture of the Gods."
Zhao Gongming rubbed his brow, pondering in his mind.
"The most important thing right now is to improve my strength."
"Recently, those Golden Immortals from the Chan Sect are so arrogant."
"They talk about beings born from moisture and eggs at the slightest provocation."
"If I don't have real strength, I'm afraid I won't even be able to stay stable on Kunlun Mountain."
Just as Zhao Gongming was contemplating a way to break through the deadlock.
A mechanical voice devoid of emotion suddenly sounded in his mind.
[Ding! Congratulations to the host for awakening the God-Tier Artifact Refining System!]
Zhao Gongming's body trembled, and then he was overjoyed.
A System!
The standard equipment for transmigrators, late but present!
"System, introduce your functions."
Zhao Gongming suppressed his excitement and silently chanted in his mind.
[Ding! The System can grant conceptual-level effects to magic treasures after the host successfully refines them!]
[Ding! It also comes with a conceptual-level side effect!]
[Conceptual effects are guaranteed within the same major realm; effects across realms will be weakened.]
[Ding! After gifting a magic treasure to another person, the host will receive System feedback rewards when gifting and when the other person uses it!]
[Ding! Note: The first artifact refinement has no restrictions; subsequent refinements require the System-specified heavenly materials and earthly treasures!]
Zhao Gongming's expression turned a little strange after listening.
"Conceptual-level effects, wouldn't that make me invincible in the Primordial World?"
"It's just this so-called side effect..."
A casual smile instantly appeared on his face, and he let out a couple of hums.
Who cares about the side effects, as long as the magic treasure is strong enough, there will be no problem.
The main point is that the magic treasure won't be used by Zhao Gongming in the end.
As the saying goes, better a dead comrade than a live self.
Zhao Gongming decided to try refining a magic treasure immediately.
If he had a System and didn't use it, wouldn't that make him a fool?
"Rise!"
Zhao Gongming formed hand seals, and earth fire surged, enveloping the materials.
Although his artifact refining skill was average.
Under the System's enhancement, the refining process was surprisingly smooth.
Several hours later.
"Clang—!"
A clear, resonant sword cry echoed through the cave dwelling.
A longsword with an ancient design and a chilling gleam hovered in mid-air.
[Ding! Congratulations to the host for successfully refining a magic treasure, "100% Disarm - Holy Sword!"]
[Conceptual Effect: 100% Disarm!]
[As long as the sword is swung, the enemy must instantly kneel and disarm!]
[Note: Guaranteed hit against enemies of the same realm. 50% chance against enemies one minor realm higher. Two minor realms higher is ineffective, only causing a brief stun!]
[Side Effect: Father's Love is Like a Mountain. When swinging the sword, the user must shout with deep emotion, "Unfilial son, your father's heart aches!"]
[If the shout is not sufficiently heartfelt, the magic treasure cannot be activated.]
Zhao Gongming looked at the attribute panel before him.
He nodded slightly, feeling a sense of reassurance.
"This side effect is truly... unusable by ordinary people."
"But even so, it's still a top-tier treasure."
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"Then for my Senior Disciple Brother's magic treasure, would it be called 'I call you, do you dare answer'?"
Zhao Gongming imagined the scene.
On the battlefield, a majestic cultivator suddenly bursts into tears, shouting at the enemy, "Unfilial son!"
The scene was too beautiful, he couldn't bear to look.
Just then, the System's reward notification sounded again.
[Ding! Congratulations to the host for refining a Conceptual Level Magic Treasure for the first time, triggering a novice critical strike reward!]
[Reward: Talent - Heaven-Defying Comprehension!]
A cool stream of energy instantly surged into Zhao Gongming's sea of consciousness.
The previously obscure and difficult Great Dao now seemed simple.
The bottlenecks that had been insurmountable for years were suddenly broken!
Zhao Gongming's aura surged.
Three Flowers Gathering at the Crown above his head, Five Qi Facing the Origin within his chest.
His cultivation, which had been stuck at the peak of Mystic Immortal for many years, instantly broke through the shackles!
Early Golden Immortal!
Mid Golden Immortal!
Zhao Gongming slowly opened his eyes, starlight seeming to flow within them.
"In my past life, I only read web novels about Heaven-Defying Comprehension. Experiencing it firsthand, I realize it's truly heaven-defying!"
At the same time, deep within Biyou Palace.
A young Daoist wearing the Qingping Sword Robe, surrounded by flowing Dao charm, suddenly opened his eyes.
His gaze pierced through the void and landed on Zhao Gongming's cave dwelling.
Sect Master Tongtian's lips curved into a satisfied smile.
"I didn't expect Zhao Gongming to have broken through to Golden Immortal as well."
"And he broke through directly to Mid Golden Immortal."
"I knew I hadn't misjudged him. He truly is a pillar of my Jie Sect!"
A Saint's thought is known by heaven and earth.
But Tongtian did not interfere. He merely nodded slightly before closing his eyes again to roam freely.
Inside the cave dwelling.
Zhao Gongming contained his aura and looked at the Sword of Father's Love Like a Mountain in his hand, his eyes burning with fervor.
"The rewards for refining magic treasures are already this good. If I were to give this away, wouldn't it take off?"
"The problem is, this magic treasure is so strange, who would be suitable for it?"
Several candidates flashed through Zhao Gongming's mind.
Senior Disciple Brother Duo Bao?
No, Senior Disciple Brother is too steady; he probably wouldn't be able to bring himself to use it.
Golden Spirit Holy Mother?
Too serious, she'd likely get beaten easily.
Suddenly, three graceful figures appeared in his mind.
The Three Xiao Sisters!
Eldest sister Yunxiao, gentle and virtuous, knowledgeable and sensible.
She has the demeanor of a lady from a prominent family; this sword is for her.
She'd probably die of shame and anger, so no.
Fourth sister Qiongxiao, she's just a naive and lively little loli.
She spends all day following her two older sisters, eating spirit fruits; giving it to her would be a waste.
Only this third sister, Bixiao...
Zhao Gongming's eyes lit up.
Bixiao has a fiery personality and is competitive.
She can't stand those people from the Chan Sect putting on airs.
He heard some days ago that she had a conflict with Daoist Ci Hang of the Chan Sect.
She suffered a small loss because her magic treasure wasn't as good as his, and she's been holding in a belly full of rage.
"Bixiao is also a Golden Immortal now."
"Although Daoist Ci Hang is strong, he's only at the late stage of Golden Immortal, not yet having entered Taiyi."
"As both are in the great realm of Golden Immortal, this sword's power will be one hundred percent!"
"It's you, third sister!"
"Big Brother is doing this to help you get revenge; you'll have to endure the side effects."
Zhao Gongming chuckled, putting away the long sword.
He tidied his daoist robe and pushed open the door to his cave dwelling.
He rode a auspicious cloud straight towards the Three Xiao Sisters' dojo.
The Three Xiao Sisters' cave dwelling was located in a secluded valley in Kunlun Mountain, named Three Immortals Cave.
As soon as Zhao Gongming landed his cloud, he heard a sharp cry from inside the cave dwelling.
Her tone was full of unwillingness and indignation.
"I'm so angry, that Cihang is simply going too far!"
"It's just because his cultivation is a step higher than mine."
"And he has the Pure Glazed Vase bestowed by Uncle-Master Yuanshi?"
"He keeps calling me shallow-rooted; if only I had a powerful spirit treasure."
"I'd definitely smash that arrogant face of his!"
Zhao Gongming smiled knowingly. Isn't this exactly what he needed when he was dozing off?
He cleared his throat, stood at the entrance of the cave dwelling, and said loudly.
"Third little sisters, Big Brother has come to see you!"
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