Zhenyuanzi raised his hand in invitation. A breeze swept a Cattail Hassock over to the side of the Stone Table, and Nuwa thanked him before taking her seat.
The boy attendants, Qingfeng and Mingyue, had already served fragrant tea. Its delicate aroma filled the air, soothing the senses.
After a few pleasantries, Zhenyuanzi asked gently, "Nuwa, you seem troubled. Have you learned something from your insights into the Kongtong Seal, or have you run into difficulties with the development of Human Dao?"
Nuwa replied solemnly, "You see clearly, Master. I gained some insights while refining and studying the Kongtong Seal. This matter is of great importance, so I came to report it to you and my two Martial Uncles and discuss what to do."
Nuwa then explained in detail how the Kongtong Seal had shown her that the Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors would inevitably emerge to lay the foundations for Human Dao and expand its reach. She also described how she had sensed a profound connection between the Heavenly Emperor Destiny and Fuxi.
Her account was clear and well-structured. She analyzed every aspect of the matter, from the course of civilization and the stirrings of destiny to the resonance between their respective Daos.
"...Therefore, I believe the position of Heavenly Emperor is Destined for my elder brother, Fuxi.
"However, my elder brother is an Innate God-Demon and a core figure of the Earthly Dao. For him to take on the Heavenly Emperor Destiny of the pure-blooded Human Race and lead the civilization of later-born beings would involve many obstacles and far-reaching consequences.
"I dare not make this decision on my own, so I have come to seek your guidance, Master and Martial Uncle." Having finished, Nuwa waited for the three Saints to respond.
The courtyard fell quiet, save for