Taking Another Disciple

Donghua arrived at a valley where Qing Xuan, the Golden-Winged Great Peng, and Yuan Zhen, the Iron Eater Beast, were fighting.

Qing Xuan's attacks were no longer as savage as before; he fought like a true Daoist master, each move filled with immense power.

In contrast, Yuan Zhen's attacks, though broad and powerful, were filled with killing intent, like a Mo-bear.

Donghua watched for a while before stepping forward, and the two stopped fighting.

Qing Xuan: "Master, you've come out of seclusion."

Yuan Zhen: "Yuan Zhen pays respects to the Imperial Sovereign."

Donghua said to Qing Xuan, "Mm, good, you've improved. This is more like the son of Primordial Phoenix, showing some of the bearing of an Innate Deity. Keep up the effort."

Qing Xuan replied with great joy, "Thank you, Master, for your praise. Your disciple will definitely work harder and will never bring shame to you."

Donghua glanced at Yuan Zhen, said nothing, and instead asked, "Yuan Zhen, once we cultivators reach the Golden Immortal Realm, we can live as long as Heaven and Earth. So, what do you think life is for?"

Yuan Zhen's eyes dimmed. He knew he had disappointed the Great God. But thinking of his father, brother, and mother's deaths, his heart was filled only with hatred, nothing else.

"Imperial Sovereign, I have disappointed you, but I must avenge my father, brother, and mother. I cannot let go of this hatred."

Donghua sighed and stroked Yuan Zhen's head.

Although Yuan Zhen was tens of thousands of years old, in Donghua's eyes, he was truly like a child. He still vividly remembered Yuan Zhen's cautiousness and innocence when they first met, which was why he had always liked Yuan Zhen so much.

"When have I ever told you to let go of your hatred? If you truly let go of this hatred, I wouldn't even spare you a second glance."

Yuan Zhen looked at Donghua in confusion.

Donghua: "I believe that life is for overcoming tribulations. The love and hate, attachments and desires of this world are like a series of tests. To succeed, one must bravely pass through them, like a carp leaping over the dragon gate. Only by jumping over is one a winner."

"But if, after enduring hardships, one can still maintain an open heart, love their life, be radiant and kind, and welcome the future with a positive attitude, that is a true winner in life."

"Therefore, this trial of life is a game for the brave, because the brave are invincible, and the weak are destined to fail."

"So, Yuan Zhen, are you brave or weak?"

Yuan Zhen quietly looked at Donghua, pondering his words.

The next moment, he truly broke down. Dropping his weapon, he collapsed into Donghua's arms and burst into tears.

"Great God, I have no family left. I have nothing. I truly wish my father could come back to life."

Donghua did not push Yuan Zhen away. Instead, he held him in his arms, stroking his soft fur.

"You still have me, and Qing Xuan, and Tai Hua, and your kin."

"You will definitely become the pride of your father, brother, and mother."

Qing Xuan also stepped forward, putting an arm around Yuan Zhen's shoulder and saying, "That's right, Yuan Zhen. You still have us, and your kin. What's the big deal with that old scoundrel Ci Tie? I'll go with you then, and I'll definitely help you put a few holes in him."

Qing Xuan looked at his crying friend. He was indeed a friend. Although they had nearly died by each other's hands before, the time spent in the Iron Eater Beast tribe had long since put those unpleasantries behind them.

During this period, he had stayed by Yuan Zhen's side, wanting to guide him. But he was not good with words, so he could only accompany Yuan Zhen in practicing martial arts and cultivating.

Yuan Zhen emerged from Donghua's embrace, wiped his tears, and picked up the Hunyuan Ruyi Cudgel from the ground.

He knelt down solemnly and said, "Great God, I wish to take you as my master."

Donghua was not surprised. When he first met them, he had already considered taking them as disciples, but Yuan Zhen's special background made him hesitate later.

This time, he had succeeded in Slaying the Corpse because of Yuan Zhen, which indicated that they had a significant karmic connection. Since that was the case, why give up?

With that thought, Donghua said, "I do indeed have a master-disciple karmic connection with you, but are you clear about my rules?"

Yuan Zhen nodded and said, "I will keep the three rules firmly in mind and never forget them."

Donghua: "Good. Then from this day forward, you, Yuan Zhen, shall be my second disciple."

Yuan Zhen knelt and bowed three times, formally becoming a disciple.

After the ceremony.

Donghua said, "Qing Xuan, you are my eldest disciple. Besides refining the Hunyuan Bright Silver Spear for you, I haven't bestowed anything else."

"Today, I bestow upon you the High-grade Innate Spiritual Treasure Taiji Profound Seal and the Low-grade Innate Spiritual Treasure Two Forms Mirror."

"As the saying goes, from Wu Ji comes Tai Ji; when Tai Ji moves, Yang is born. When movement reaches its peak, it becomes still; when still, Yin is born. When stillness reaches its peak, it moves again. One movement and one stillness are the roots of each other; distinguishing Yin and Yang, thus the Two Forms are established."

"When the Taiji Profound Seal and the Two Forms Mirror are used together, their power is comparable to a Top-tier Innate Spiritual Treasure. You inherently contain Yin and Yang energies, so these two treasures are most suitable for you."

"However, the power of these two treasures is immense. Your strength is still low, so you must be cautious when using them!"

Qing Xuan respectfully accepted the two Innate Spiritual Treasures, his eyes immediately reddening. He thought about how, since he, the Golden-Winged Great Peng, had taken form, he had never received such treatment.

Before he was born, his mother had undergone Daoization to suppress the Volcano of Immortality. After his birth, his elder brother had gone missing.

He didn't even know any cultivation methods, and could only rely on inheritance, focusing solely on cultivating the Law of Space. He didn't even know how to cultivate the Yin Yang energies that came with his birth.

"Disciple thanks Master."

"Foolish child, don't be like this. They are merely two Spiritual Treasures. You must know that Spiritual Treasures are inanimate, while people are the most important."

Donghua spoke again, "Yuan Zhen, you have just joined my sect, and I shouldn't be bestowing treasures. But having spent so much time with you, I have observed your character, so I will bestow them upon you today as well."

As the saying goes, neither artifacts nor titles should be lightly bestowed. Innate Spiritual Treasures inherently contain Great Dao Laws and possess immense power. How could they be easily given to someone without the proper character?

"Your talent is extremely high. Your comprehension of the Law of Strength and the Law of Slaughter makes you a natural God of War, capable of breaking all laws with strength. You were born for battle, so you don't need too many Spiritual Treasures."

"I have a Spiritual Treasure here, named the Tai Xu Record, a High-grade Innate Spiritual Treasure, which contains the Great Dao Law of Illusion."

"Within the treasure record, a space is formed, capable of generating illusions to spar with you, hone your skills, and strengthen your Law of Strength. For you, it is most suitable."

"The treasure record can also set up an Innate Illusion Array, and can also capture and trap people, its miraculous uses are endless."

After speaking, he bestowed the Tai Xu Record upon Yuan Zhen.

Donghua: "You two are cultivating the Purple Mansion Immortal Path under me. This cultivation technique is the highest in my Purple Mansion. It is what I, your master, comprehended while listening to the Dao in the Purple Heaven Palace, and it is also the origin of my title as Head of Male Immortals."

"Those who learn from me live, those who imitate me die. The Purple Mansion Immortal Path is most suitable for my cultivation, but it may not be suitable for you. After you break through to Zenith Heaven Golden Immortal, you must walk your own Dao. Only then can Hunyuan be within reach and Quasi-Saint be expected."

"If you cannot walk your own Dao, the Purple Mansion Immortal Path can allow you to achieve Zenith Heaven Golden Immortal, but in the end, you will only be a Magical Power Hunyuan."

"We will remember Master's teachings."

Donghua: "Hmm, a teachable child."

A true Golden Immortal of the Origin has walked their own Dao, just like the Purple Mansion Immortal Path created by Donghua, the Creation Immortal Path created by Nuwa, and those of the Three Pure Ones, Di Jun, Taiyi, and others.

Almost all the Great Powers with names in the Primordial World have walked their own Dao, but some people eventually gave up their own Dao and only achieved a Magical Power Hunyuan.

Although they achieved Hunyuan, their Dao path ended there.

"The Purple Mansion Immortal Path is our fundamental law, but you need a method to protect your Dao. Today, I will teach you three great Spiritual Powers."

"The first is Dragon Subduing Tiger Taming. This Spiritual Power was created by the First Qilin during the Dragon-Han Period. It possesses the Spiritual Power of supporting the sky with immense strength and is also known as Great Magical Power."

"In the past, the First Qilin relied on this great Spiritual Power to defeat the White Tiger and subdue the White Tiger tribe. This led to the scene where the Qilin reigned supreme on land during that era."

After listening to Donghua's introduction, the two were already eager, thinking in their hearts, "This is a true great Spiritual Power, a method of great freedom!"

Donghua continued: "The second Spiritual Power is Size As One Wishes, also known as Heavenly Dharma Elephant Earth. This was created by me during the Immortal-Demon War of the past. It can be enlarged or shrunk at will, and its strength changes with the transformation."

"It can manifest as Heavenly Dharma Elephant Earth, and it can also conceal itself. It is a method of transformation and combat."

"The third method is not a Spiritual Power, but the Pure Yang Divine Thunder created by me. Thunder has various attributes, but thunder of all attributes is undoubtedly the righteous energy of Heaven and Earth."

"In the Primordial World, the Dutian Divine Thunder and Zixiao Divine Thunder are supreme. Dutian Divine Thunder is the great achievement of the God Path thunder methods, and Zixiao Divine Thunder is the great achievement of the Immortal Dao thunder methods. These two thunders can encompass all thunders in the world."

"If you two can cultivate these two thunders in the future, you can be considered true Great Powers of the thunder Dao."

After Donghua finished speaking, he began to impart the Spiritual Powers and thunder methods to the two.

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