At last, he looked at Queen Mother of the West and spoke earnestly:
"Thus, your opportunity lies in waiting, but also in taking part.
"For now, you should fulfill your duties within the Earthly Dao, coordinate the resources of West Kunlun and the Earthly Dao, assist with managing affairs in the Netherworld, and build up merit and experience.
"You may also quietly observe and ponder the mysteries of the future 'Authority over Life and People,' drawing comparisons with your own Dao and bringing the two together.
"When the time is right, the Earthly Dao will develop the corresponding channels. Once you have accumulated enough and your mind is perfected, you will naturally encounter the unique opportunity to attain the Dao that belongs to you alone.
"Perhaps this opportunity will not be as readily available as the Six Paths Purple Qi, but its future potential and how well it suits you may well match theirs—and it will be all the more distinctive and pioneering."
These words were like a sudden burst of enlightenment, instantly dispelling all the disappointment and gloom in Queen Mother of the West's heart!
So the Saint hadn't ignored her. He had been planning a far-reaching path for her, one with greater promise and one that belonged entirely to her!
This wasn't charity. It was a long-term investment, grounded in a profound understanding of her origins, abilities, and temperament!
Queen Mother of the West's heart suddenly brightened. In its place came endless gratitude and embarrassment, along with a renewed and even more steadfast Heart of Seeking Dao.
She gathered her robes and bowed deeply once more. This time, her voice held sincere reverence and the calm of one who had finally understood:
"This disciple was foolish and failed to grasp the Saint's profound intentions. I indulged in delusions,