Dan Jing: You've Grown a Little Lazy!
The topic of seeking the Tao has come up.
Xi He also took the opportunity to ask a question:
"After the Dao-Proven Realm, how should one proceed further?"
The sisters are about to the Dao-Proven Realm, so it's only natural that they want to know how to proceed after that.
This--
That wouldn't be considered being overly ambitious.
Certainly.
Such a person, who is inherently ambitious and unrealistic, could not possibly be found among the many deities born of heaven and earth!
" To the Dao-Proven Realm can also be called to seek the path."
Dan Jing spoke casually:
"The Way is right there!"
"What a cultivator needs to do is to sense and touch what they perceive, and finally use it; this is the process of the Dao-Proven Realm!"
"And after the Dao-Proven Realm— "
"The extent to which you can utilize the Dao you have acquired is merely your method of applying the Dao you already possess, and it doesn't amount to much!"
"After attaining Dao-Proven Realm, the key to further progress lies not in how skillfully and brilliantly you wield the Dao, but in how well you refine the Dao you hold in your hands!"
"..."
Dan Jing's explanations lacked the profound and mysterious feeling that came with the lectures of Old Geezer Hongjun or the Sages.
Very straightforward.
Very direct.
This made Xi He and Chang Xi's eyes light up, and at the same time, they seemed to have realized something!
Fortunately--
At this point, even if the two sisters racked their brains, they still didn't really grasp the meaning of Dan Jing's explanation.
So.
They simply took notes of the key points Dan Jing had made!
During a casual chat.
With Mount Buzhou in sight in the distance, Dan Jing stopped explaining.
He said with a smile:
"The Way is not singular, yet the Way is also singular."
There is no single method for seeking the Tao, yet all paths lead to the same destination.
"You are currently at too low a level. You may be able to glimpse a fleeting moment of glory after the Dao-Proven Realm, but you cannot comprehend anything at a higher level!"
"So--"
"Dao-Proven Realm first!"
"As for how to proceed after the Dao-Proven Realm, that's not something you should be thinking about now!"
This statement--
Not so polite, very direct!
However, Xi He and Chang Xi, who knew Dan Jing well, didn't take his directness to heart and instead kept his words in mind.
A moment later.
Outside the Mountain Ridge Palace--
Dan Jing, Xi He, and Chang Xi descended from the clouds and walked directly to the simple celestial palace.
But below the steps.
Nuwa, Hou Tu, the Three Pure Ones, Jieyin and Zhunti, and the other three Sage Realm were all waiting.
"Come up."
After casually saying a few words, Dan Jing strode towards the palace.
Upon hearing this...
The Sages below the steps all responded:
"I will obey the decree!"
As the Sages ascended the steps, each of them breathed a slight sigh of relief.
Very good.
Since the two Lunar Star Goddesses came with Lord Dan Jing, the upcoming talks will most likely be nothing more than verbal exchanges, or perhaps... a few big fights to settle things.
Seriously injured--
It shouldn't be that bad!
Nothing more.
Although these two goddesses of the Lunar Star never speak up for anyone, if they are around, Lord Dan Jing will give them some face and generally won't go too far.
So.
When the Sages saw Xi He and Chang Xi arrive together, they naturally breathed a sigh of relief!
A moment later.
Once the Sages entered the Mountain Ridge Palace, they saw that several Immortal Table had already been set up.
"Sit."
Dan Jing glanced at the Sages and then gestured for them to take their seats.
Upon hearing this...
Sages bowed in reverence.
"Thank you, Your Majesty!"
Very soon.
After the Sages were seated, they greeted the two sisters Xi He and Chang Xi, who were seated with them, by nodding and making eye contact.
Enjoy a small glass of wine.
As Dan Jing's gaze shifted, it first fell upon Nuwa.
He opened his mouth and said:
With the grand wedding of Fuxi and Xuan Ming completed, he had already accomplished more than 70% of the great deeds he was meant to achieve.
"Next--"
"Help him accomplish his great task as soon as possible and seize the Human Dao Imperial Throne!"
Human Dao Imperial Throne--
This is no secret to the Sages.
After all, Fuxi created so many things that enabled the flourishing of humanity and all living Human Dao, and his achievements are undeniable.
Some previously hidden karmic positions naturally began to manifest between heaven and earth.
Upon hearing what Master Dan Jing said...
Nuwa, who already had this plan in mind, knew that this matter would inevitably fall to her.
After all, it was his elder brother Human Dao Imperial Throne, and her Monster Religion Sage Traditions had been elevated.
She should at least do her best.
Then.
Nuwa nodded seriously:
"I see."
He nodded.
Dan Jing stopped talking about this matter.
In fact--
If he weren't also Fuxi's master, he wouldn't have interrupted to say this!
The reason for summoning the Sages this time was not to discuss Fuxi's matter, but rather to offer a special reminder.
Dan Jing's gaze shifted and landed on the other Sage Realm.
Faced with those Golden Eyes that exuded an inexplicable pressure, whether it was the Three Pure Ones, Hou Tu, or Jieyin and Zhunti, they all trembled and slightly straightened their posture.
"Your work attitude is becoming somewhat lax!"
Dan Jing spoke with a displeased tone:
"Didn't I tell you that before?"
"Whatever you guys do, I want excitement, fun, and joy!"
"Over the course of these long years—"
"What have you seven Sage Realm done?"
"Have you been working hard? Have you been doing your job properly? Have you been ignoring what I say? Have you not taken my requirements to heart?"
In conclusion...
Dan Jing's Golden Eyes were beginning to look dangerous.
He grinned:
"You Sages— "
"Don't you think you can take me seriously?"
Despair--
Put down your wine glass.
After glancing at the assembled Sages, Dan Jing smiled and said:
"Come--"
"Each of you gets one chance to speak. Explain to me what you're doing!"
"If you can't explain it clearly and it doesn't satisfy me, I'll personally feed you Innate Supreme Treasure!"
Now.
Because of Dan Jing's words, the Sages began to feel nervous.
Oh my god--
I never expected that Lord Dan Jing would start his inspection at this time!
Certainly.
That's not the most important thing!
The real problem is--
Among these Sages, apart from Nuwa and Hou Tu, it seems that the others haven't contributed much to the work progress required by Lord Dan Jing!
In fact.
Nuwa and Hou Tu haven't made much progress either!
But...
Nuwa contributed her brother Fuxi, while Hou Tu contributed her sister Xuan Ming and brother Zhu Jiuyin, which can be considered as making some progress.
The Three Pure Ones were engrossed in preaching and spreading their teachings, promoting the Mystic Gate) and developing their own lineage.
Jieyin and Zhunti were so engrossed in the affairs of the Western Lands that they neglected even the development of the Western Sect.
As a result, Acquired Sentient Beings.
This... this--
There's definitely no way I'll be able to deliver!