Nu Wa Advises Hong Yun as Everyone Departs

Hong Yun smiled and bowed to Nu Wa, his benevolent eyes speaking kindly.

"Thank you, Saint Nu Wa. Brother Zhen Yuanzi and I have gained much from observing your path to enlightenment this time."

Upon hearing this, Zhen Yuanzi stroked his long beard, his face also full of agreement.

Nu Wa smiled faintly. She felt a good impression towards Hong Yun, whose character was similar to her brother's.

Of course, this good impression was merely an acknowledgment of Hong Yun's character and nothing more.

Such a good-natured person was hard to dislike (except by Kunpeng).

Nu Wa looked at Hong Yun and said with a smile, "Whether one gains anything depends on their own fortune, there's no need for thanks."

"If the Saint has no other matters, my brother and I shall take our leave and find a good place to digest these insights from our observation."

Just as Nu Wa was about to speak, Liu Mang's voice echoed in her mind.

[What a shame! Hong Yun is probably beyond saving after he leaves this time.]

[It's not that I don't want to save you! But the conditions just don't allow it.]

As Liu Mang spoke, his gaze drifted between Zhen Yuanzi and Hou Tu, and he began to ponder.

[But how can I make Hou Tu and Zhen Yuanzi go to the Sea of Blood together? This is crucial for whether the Earthly Dao can contend with Hong Jun.]

[Right! And Ming He! This way, there will be at least three Saints of the Earthly Dao! We can make a gamble.]

"Daoist friend Hong Yun already knows the dangers of the Hongmeng Purple Qi, what are your plans?"

Nu Wa did not directly answer Hong Yun's words, but instead asked him back.

Hong Yun was stunned by this. He had originally planned to leave after greeting Nu Wa, but he hadn't expected Nu Wa to bring up the Hongmeng Purple Qi again.

For a moment, he was caught off guard.

Hong Yun frowned and pondered for a moment, then, as if relieved, he smiled frankly at Nu Wa and said.

"I obtained the Hongmeng Purple Qi by sheer coincidence. Although I know its dangers, I currently have no direction for proving the Dao, so I have no other thoughts."

"As for the future..." Hong Yun paused, then continued, "We'll talk about it later." After saying this, Hong Yun no longer paid attention to Nu Wa and turned to leave. Nu Wa watched Hong Yun depart, a flicker of doubt in her eyes. She had always thought Hong Yun was a very cautious person, how could he give up so quickly? "You are truly cautious!"

Nu Wa did not reply after hearing Hong Yun's words. Instead, she looked at him with a serious expression and frowned slightly.

To be honest, Nu Wa feared this kind of thinking from Hong Yun.

If Hong Yun were desperately trying to use the Hongmeng Purple Qi to prove the Dao, Nu Wa wouldn't be worried. In that case, Hong Yun would definitely find a place to hide, and his safety would be guaranteed.

But now, with his "take it one step at a time" attitude, Hong Yun would surely go around and cause trouble, giving Kunpeng an opportunity to strike!

Nu Wa couldn't help but feel speechless. "Liu Mang was right! This guy is really bold, wandering around with the Hongmeng Purple Qi. If he doesn't run into trouble, who will!"

Hong Yun's nonchalant attitude made Nu Wa hesitate, unsure whether to warn him.

Nu Wa's ambiguous attitude left Hong Yun and Zhen Yuanzi bewildered. They exchanged glances, and Zhen Yuanzi tentatively asked, "Does the Saint have any advice?!"

Seeing this, Nu Wa thought for a moment before speaking, "After I achieved sainthood, I performed a deduction. Daoist friend Hong Yun, you will face a calamity after you leave this time. If you cannot overcome it, you will perish, with no chance of reincarnation."

[He can even calculate that? Are Saints that awesome? It seems I need to develop more stealthily in the future and not take risks!]

Liu Mang could never have imagined that all these actions were being performed by Nu Wa based on his inner thoughts.

With this Calamity approaching, the heavenly secrets were chaotic and unclear. Even Hong Jun could not accurately deduce them, let alone Nu Wa.

The reason Nu Wa knew so clearly was all thanks to her cheat!

The key was that this cheat was a chatterbox, who would babble on and on without being asked, saying everything.

She couldn't even stop him. What a frustrating situation.

Nu Wa, seizing an unguarded moment, shot Liu Mang an annoyed glance.

In front of Nu Wa.

"Is what the Saint says true?"

Before Hong Yun could speak, Zhen Yuanzi anxiously and eagerly asked.

"It is absolutely true."

"This..." Zhen Yuanzi couldn't believe it, and turned to Hong Yun with a conflicted expression.

The two had been friends since the birth of the Dragon, Phoenix, and Qilin races, supporting each other for an endless period. Suddenly receiving news that Hong Yun might perish, Zhen Yuanzi was unable to accept it for a moment.

"May I ask, Saint Nu Wa, is there any way to resolve this? I will give you anything you desire, even the Book of Earth."

"Daoist brother Zhen Yuanzi has no intention of coveting the Book of Earth; he merely lost his composure for a moment. I hope the Saint will forgive him."

As soon as Zhen Yuanzi finished speaking, Hong Yun quickly tried to smooth things over, fearing that Nu Wa would blame them for Zhen Yuanzi's inappropriate words.

Nu Wa waved her hand, indicating she didn't mind.

Nu Wa's understanding of the deep bond between Hong Yun and Zhen Yuanzi was known throughout the Hong Huang. It wouldn't be an exaggeration to say it was closer than that of blood brothers.

Nu Wa naturally understood Zhen Yuanzi's feelings.

If Fu Xi were in such a situation, Nu Wa would also be willing to hand over the Rivers and Mountains Diagram to save Fu Xi's life.

Upon hearing Hong Yun's words, Zhen Yuanzi realized the impropriety of his own words. He bowed apologetically to Nu Wa, then looked at her expectantly.

Nu Wa gazed at the sky, Hong Jun's warning echoing clearly in her mind. Although she had learned from Liu Mang's inner thoughts that it would be Kunpeng who would make a move against Hong Yun, she couldn't say anything. She didn't know what consequences speaking up to warn Hong Yun would bring.

Beside them, Kunpeng, who had been listening to the three's conversation, was trembling with fear. He was terrified that Nu Wa would deduce his intentions to attack Hong Yun.

Otherwise, he would have to face an assault from both Hong Yun and Zhen Yuanzi. While escaping wouldn't be an issue, he would undoubtedly be severely weakened.

Seeing Nu Wa remain silent, Zhen Yuanzi's hopeful gaze slowly turned to disappointment, and finally, to unwillingness.

He knew that Hong Yun was likely to perish, yet he was completely powerless.

He looked at Hong Yun and grabbed his arm, his face filled with worry.

"Brother Hong Yun, come with me to Wuzhuang Temple! Just stay in Wuzhuang Temple. I believe no one can break through the defenses of the Earth Book!"

In contrast, Hong Yun appeared more carefree.

He patted Zhen Yuanzi's hand, signaling him not to worry. "Brother Zhen Yuanzi, why the concern? Death and the dissipation of the Dao are common occurrences in Hong Huang. Besides, of the forty-nine paths of heaven, there is always a sliver of hope."

After calming Zhen Yuanzi, Hong Yun turned to Nu Wa. "Saint Nu Wa, I am already immensely grateful for your reminder. As for everything else, it depends on Hong Yun's fortune!"

Nu Wa smiled and glanced at Hong Yun, nodding. "How you overcome the tribulation is entirely up to your own heart."

Hong Yun was taken aback, then bowed deeply. He turned and pulled Zhen Yuanzi away. From a distance, Zhen Yuanzi's unwilling voice could still be heard.

"Brother Hong Yun, I haven't gotten the solution yet! Let me ask again!"

Disregarding Zhen Yuanzi's objections, Hong Yun dragged him away at high speed.

Not long after the two left, Ming He bowed slightly and departed without a word. If one hadn't witnessed Nu Wa Proving Dao, they might have believed he had come solely to deliver a gift.

Watching Ming He leave, Kunpeng pondered for a moment, then bowed and followed suit.

Before long, only the Ancestor Witches, the Three Pure Ones, Jieyin, Zhunti, and the others remained at the scene.