Protector

"Ah, just friends?"

After hearing this, Qing Niao, unwilling to give up, said again, "But you two are really a perfect match, much more so than the Heavenly Emperor and Empress. One is the East King, the other the West King; one the Head of Male Immortals, the other the Head of Female Immortals; one the Lord of West Kunlun, the other the Lord of East Purple Mansion."

Listening to Qing Niao's words, the others began to nod, and even Donghua himself couldn't help but nod along.

After Qing Niao finished speaking, he finally came to his senses, wondering what all that was about.

Donghua then stopped discussing the matter.

"I have something to tell you all."

The others promptly sat up straight and listened carefully.

Donghua said, "Last time we defeated King Pan, we obtained some Spiritual Treasures. You all contributed, so I wish to bestow one of these Spiritual Treasures upon you."

Upon hearing this, they all shook their heads and refused. They hadn't exerted much effort; how could they possibly receive the reward of an Innate Spiritual Treasure?

The three youngsters, in particular, quickly refused. Seeing this, Donghua said no more.

"Since that is the case, then so be it. If any of you face difficulties in the future, you may come to the Purple Mansion to find me."

He wanted to bestow a Spiritual Treasure upon them to completely sever this karma. He didn't want any further trouble later. Since none of them wanted it, he let it go.

At this moment, Qianyu hesitated for a long time before finally making a decision. He sincerely said to Donghua, "Your Majesty King Dong, my determination to pursue the Dao is firm, but I have no method to transform into an Ying Long. Today, I am willing to become your mount to obtain the method of transformation."

Donghua heard this and shook his head, refusing.

Qianyu's aptitude was extraordinary; he had already reached the Zenith Heaven Golden Immortal realm. If he were to obtain such a mount, it would indeed be excellent.

However, Qianyu had shown him kindness. The person he truly wished to resolve karma with was Qianyu, so he could not accept him as a mount.

Donghua said, "The method of transforming into an Ying Long that your Hui Dragon clan seeks is actually the method to break through to the Quasi-Saint realm. I do not know this method, but I can help you search for it. As for becoming my mount, please do not mention it again, how about that?"

Qianyu did not hesitate and immediately said, "Your Majesty, my Hui Dragon clan has humble origins. Since my birth, I have experienced thousands of major and minor tribulations. Although I have barely broken through to Zenith Heaven Golden Immortal, I do not know the path forward. Even if I obtained the true method, I would not be able to comprehend it. Today, I am willing to serve Your Majesty."

Qianyu's loyalty this time was genuine. Ever since Donghua took a blow for him last time, he had harbored the thought of dying for a true confidant.

And in the past few days, by interacting with the Imperial Sovereign, he had truly witnessed what great wisdom and broad-mindedness were.

This was why he was willing to be a mount despite his Zenith Heaven Golden Immortal cultivation.

Do not think that Zenith Heaven Golden Immortal is cheap. In the Primordial World, at any period, Zenith Heaven Golden Immortal is undoubtedly a powerful expert. Only those who reach Great Luo can be called Emperors and Sovereigns.

In the Primordial World, there were indeed mounts of Great Powers who were at the Zenith Heaven Golden Immortal cultivation level. However, these mounts were all cultivated from a young age.

To put it bluntly, you became a Zenith Heaven Golden Immortal after becoming a mount.

But if you were to directly ask a Zenith Heaven Golden Immortal to willingly become a mount, it is estimated that no one would agree, unless they were Saints or Zenith Heaven Golden Immortals of the Origin.

Donghua pondered for a moment. Qianyu, from humble beginnings, had achieved Zenith Heaven Golden Immortal and even mastered the One Yuan Heavy Water. His aptitude and perseverance were indeed extraordinary, and his character was also impeccable.

Therefore, Donghua said, "Taking you as a mount is indeed not possible, but are you willing to be my Dharma Protector?"

Qianyu was overjoyed upon hearing this. A Dharma Protector was definitely someone who could be trusted, which was much better than being a mount. Moreover, he could stay by His Majesty's side at all times. This was a tremendous opportunity; how could he refuse?

Immediately, Qianyu bowed down and paid homage to Donghua, acknowledging him as his master.

After the three bows, Donghua gestured for Qianyu to rise.

"From now on, you will be my Donghua's Dharma Protector. You must not rely on my name to commit evil deeds, nor may you bully the weak without reason. Can you do this?"

Qianyu respectfully replied, "Your disciple can do so. I only wish for the Imperial Sovereign's guidance."

Although a Dharma Protector was not a disciple, one could still refer to themselves as a disciple. In a sense, it was like being half a disciple.

"Good, good."

Donghua reached out and tapped Qianyu's forehead, imparting the method of the Purple Mansion Immortal Path to him.

Qianyu was immersed in the world of the Purple Mansion Immortal Path, lost to himself.

After a short while, he woke up and said self-deprecatingly, "Your disciple was foolish before, actually daring to wish to transform into an Ying Long. Truly, I did not grasp the true scriptures and methods, nor did I understand the height of the Great Dao."

"Your disciple thanks the Imperial Sovereign for imparting the true scriptures."

Donghua said, "It is not a matter. All things in the Primordial World, all myriad races, have different origins and foundations. The Dragon Clan also has many divisions."

"Above, there are Ancestor Dragon, Azure Dragon, Ying Long, Candle Dragon, and others. Below, there is the Dragon Gate, through which hundreds of millions of sea creatures can pass through the Dragon Gate to become dragons."

"Your Hui Dragon clan's ancestor was originally an ordinary water snake among the sea creatures. His perseverance in cultivation was firm, and he eventually leaped over the Dragon Gate to become a Hui. After that, he continued to cultivate diligently and finally achieved the Emperor Realm."

"Ancestor Dragon believed that he was wise and appeared foolish, possessing great perseverance in cultivation, and accepted the Hui as a member of the Dragon Clan. From then on, they were also called Hui Dragons. The Hui Dragons served under Ying Long and eventually died in the war of the Three Clans."

Donghua paused here, also feeling a sense of pity for this Hui Dragon who originated from an ordinary water snake.

"The Hui Dragon's origins were humble, yet to achieve the status of Emperor Realm in that era was truly rare and commendable."

"Now that Dao Ancestor Hongjun's teachings spread throughout Heaven and Earth, you should cultivate even harder and witness the world of Hunyuan. This is also my expectation for you."

Qianyu said, "Your disciple remembers the Imperial Sovereign's teachings and dares not forget."

He then added, "Actually, the ancestor of the Hui Dragon is my father. When I was young, he found the seed of the One Yuan Heavy Water for me to cultivate, which is why I am where I am today."

Donghua nodded, not caring. Qianyu's previous identity was not important, because in the future, he would only have one identity: the Great Dharma Protector of Emperor Donghua.

Afterward, Donghua imparted the great divine abilities of Dragon Subduing Tiger Taming, Size As One Wishes, and others to Qianyu, and then taught him the Purple Mansion Body Refining method.

A Dharma Protector is meant for combat.

"Your Majesty King Dong, our clan's Grand Elder wishes to meet with you. Is that possible?"

On this day, Jin Feng came to find Donghua and informed him of her purpose.

Donghua thought for a moment and nodded. He had been staying with the Phoenix Clan for many days, and it would be improper not to meet with the host.

Afterward, Donghua followed Jin Feng to a mountain valley, where he met the current Grand Elder of the Phoenix Clan, who was also the clan leader of Jin Feng's lineage, Yuan Jin.

Donghua: "Greetings, Fellow Daoist Yuan Jin. I have been recuperating in your clan for several years, and I apologize for any disturbance."

Yuan Jin immediately replied: "Greetings, Fellow Daoist Tai Wei. You are the Head of Male Immortals and the Wood Duke of the Purple Mansion. It is our honor that you have graced our clan with your presence. We are overjoyed, and there is no disturbance whatsoever."

After speaking, Yuan Jin affectionately stroked Jin Feng and said: "Furthermore, you saved my granddaughter. I am eternally grateful, which is why I have disturbed your recuperation, wishing to thank you in person."

"Hahaha, you are too kind. This little girl Jin Feng is exceptionally talented and well-mannered. I am very fond of her."

The two exchanged pleasantries and then engaged in mutual flattery.

The Primordial World is also about human relations and social etiquette.

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