Daoist Tai Yi did not think much of Daoist Primordial Simplicity's proposal. Shaking his head, he said, "I fear they will not be satisfied with such terms now."
Daoist Primordial Simplicity said, "Yes. That is because, so long as the two of us remain here and the Clear Firmament Ark is in our hands, we may yet turn the tables and suppress them. Only if one of us is left will they be reassured, and only then will they believe in my sincerity."
As he spoke, he took a step back. His presence deliberately separated from Daoist Tai Yi's, and he withdrew his defensive power as well. Looking at the latter, he said, "This way, they should understand my sincerity."
Daoist Tai Yi gazed deeply at him and said, "So this was your intention. It seems you had long made your plans. But do not forget: since you have inherited this name, you are Primordial Simplicity. Having taken this name and this Dao, whether you are the person you once were is no longer important."
Daoist Primordial Simplicity lowered his eyes and said nothing.
Outside the Golden Court, divine light flickered in Zhang Yu's eyes. The moment the presences below scattered, he sensed it. He also saw that Daoist Primordial Simplicity had taken the initiative to withdraw.
There was no need to ask about the reasons for now. Since an opportunity to strike had appeared, it could not be missed. Without a moment's hesitation, he ordered everyone to turn the entirety of their assault upon Daoist Tai Yi.
At the same time, he descended with sword in hand.
Daoist Tai Yi also knew that, now that Daoist Primordial Simplicity had voluntarily given up, he could not possibly win alone. He made no further futile resistance. Yet he believed that, so