Chapter 513: The Supreme Daoist Leader, Preceptor Lei Zhongyun (Part 2)

Chapter 513: The Supreme Daoist Leader, Preceptor Lei Zhongyun (Part 2)

"He and Emperor Tang have not yet returned," Wang Guiyuan sighed lightly. "We know even less about that vast universe."

Lei Jun said, "Gao Tianjun came back from there, and without him causing trouble, both Emperor Tang and Zheng Baiyu would probably have an easier time."

Wang Guiyuan and Chu Kun nodded slightly.

Lei Jun quietly gazed at the Time Abyss, deep in thought.

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Leaving the Boundless, returning to the Qingwei Heaven of Kunlun, Zhao Chanyang meditated and rested.

The news spread, and people from various places came, not to request a meeting, but to visit and congratulate him.

Daoist Dan Ding Sect cultivators, especially, came in large numbers.

It was said that the master of Zhenwu Temple, Mu Chunyang, who was rumored to be preparing for the Immortal Realm, personally came to visit.

From the Pure Yang Palace, not only the palace master, Jiang Yu, but also other branches, except for Qi Yicheng, who was in seclusion, striving for the Ninefold Heaven Realm, Murong Minghui, Deng Lai, and others all rushed over.

Zhao Chanyang had a few rounds with Ge Xianzhi, and after running around in the Demon World for this period, there were indeed some changes compared to the past.

But fundamentally, he was still himself.

Therefore, the task of receiving guests was still handled by Zhang Haipeng, while Zhao Chanyang focused on secluding himself to recover from his injuries.

Mu Chunyang, Jiang Yu, and the others naturally did not mind.

Although Zhao Chanyang was injured, he had returned safely, and Zhang Haipeng's previously worried heart was completely at ease, fully regaining his composure from the past.

Moreover, after this experience, his temperament became even more stable compared to before.

However, Mu Chunyang and the others came this time with an important matter to discuss.

Especially, they wanted to confirm Zhao Chanyang's personal thoughts.

"Please invite the fellow cultivators from Shu Mountain and the master of Xuanji Temple, Nie Guanzhu, to come and sit as well."

Zhang Haipeng said calmly, "Since the White Celestial Master is still in the mortal world, this matter naturally cannot be overlooked."

Mu Chunyang replied, "The fellow cultivators from Shu Mountain have already paid their respects to the White Celestial Master. To avoid being abrupt, we came first. We hope that Master Zhang and Zhao Zhenjun will not take offense."

Zhang Haipeng said, "In that case, it's the best we could hope for. Although Kunwu is simple, we welcome fellow cultivators to gather and discuss."

Soon, people from Shu Mountain and Xuanji Temple arrived in Kunlun.

On the one hand, it was to visit and congratulate Zhao Chanyang for ending the past grudges between the Kunwu School and Ge Xianzhi.

On the other hand, it was to formally discuss a matter:

Whether the Daoist Secret Sect should revere a contemporary Supreme Daoist Master.

This was a rare honor that only a few Dragon Tiger Mountain Celestial Masters had achieved in the past, but it did not become a custom.

Now, due to the special circumstances, most of the other Daoist sacred sites had received the Celestial Master's talismanic decree, so someone brought up the old matter.

The current candidate for the Supreme Daoist Master was none other than the contemporary Celestial Master of Dragon Tiger Mountain, Lei Zhenjun.

Since taking over the Celestial Master Mansion, although it had not been a hundred years, his reputation had already shaken the entire Nine Heavens and Ten Earths Vast Universe.

In the past, his brilliance was overshadowed by the two true lords, Xu Yuanzhen and Tang Xiaotang.

But since the Grotto Profound Ascension, he had already been recognized as the top cultivator of Dragon Tiger Mountain.

However, with the reopening of the Pure Sky and the reappearance of the old heavenly palace members, the previous Celestial Master, Gao Tian Sui, had returned, which to some extent, divided Lei's influence.

At the same time, no matter how low-key Zhao Chanyang was, his cultivation realm, talent, and literary talent were all exceptional at that time.

Additionally, there were rumors and speculations circulating, and the highly respected founding ancestor of Shu Mountain, Bai Mei, as well as the Han Dynasty's Pure Yang Palace master, Ge Xianzhi, who had achieved the second level of the Daoist Dan Ding cultivation, were all renowned Daoist masters.

Therefore, at that time, although Lei Jun's brilliance was at its peak, and he was the focus of all the major Daoist sacred sites, there was still some controversy regarding the position of the Supreme Daoist Master.

But the situation now was completely different.

Ge Xianzhi had died at Zhao Chanyang's hands.

Zhao Chanyang himself was low-key, and this time, after returning from the Time Abyss, he secluded himself again.

Bai Mei, though finally making a public appearance, maintained a low-profile and ethereal demeanor, possibly due to the great calamity during the late Han dynasty, which seemed to have prevented her from regaining her peak state.

However, Lei Jun was different.

He had directly defeated Gao Tian sui, who was also from the Celestial Master Mansion of Dragon Tiger Mountain!

During the battle, Lei Jun commanded the Three Caverns Three Heavens Supreme Dragon Tiger Array, which he had created himself. He fought and defeated Gao Tian sui, who was at the second level of Grotto Profound Taiwei and was about to ascend to the third level of Grotto Profound Three Heavens.

Not only did this victory not diminish his brilliance, but it also added to his legendary status.

The existence of the Taiyi Imperial Body, which could sense and respond to sounds, further indicated that such a battle outcome was not a coincidence and could be replicated.

Thus, this battle firmly established Lei Jun's formidable reputation.

To some extent, Lei Jun, the contemporary Celestial Master of Dragon Tiger Mountain, had now become the top martial artist in this vast universe, overlooking the mortal realm and surpassing the Nine Heavens and Ten Earths.

Since the late Han dynasty, the position of the top martial artist, previously held by Gao Tian sui, had now shifted in this era!

Although this situation might not remain unchanged, Lei Jun's momentum was already established. Throughout history, there was no longer any dispute over the Supreme Daoist Master's position.

"All the Daoist sects in the world should jointly worship the Celestial Master as the Supreme Daoist Master. This is beneficial for the Celestial Master's further cultivation and is a natural feedback from the Dao. It does not harm our lineage nor take anything from the people, which is very different from the emperors and kings."

Jing Yu, the Palace Master of Pure Yang Palace, spoke calmly, "The current situation is known to all fellow cultivators. Besides the old forces of the Heavenly Palace and the Yu Yin Emperor, there exists a Demon World across the Time Abyss, where powerful Demon Sages outnumber the immortals and celestial beings in our vast universe.

Furthermore, there may be other vast universes, which might not be as bloody and chaotic as the Demon World, but we still need to be cautious. In this situation, since our Daoist sects have gained the favorable luck in this vast universe, we should seize the opportunity.

Although Celestial Master Lei has only cultivated for a hundred years, his actions are witnessed by everyone in the world. As the leader of our Daoist sects, he will benefit the Daoist community and the vast universe."

Previously, many were hesitant about this matter, mainly due to the two Daoist immortals, Zhao Chanyang and Bai Mei, who were not from the Talisman Sect.

At this moment, Zhang Haipeng spoke calmly but solemnly, "The Celestial Master's Daoist arts are profound. He is detached and magnanimous, always compassionate, and is a role model for us. Palace Master Jing's words are reasonable, and our Kunwu School unanimously agrees."

With Zhang Haipeng's statement, the other sect leaders present were completely reassured.

Zhang Haipeng would never make a rash decision on such matters.

Since he said so, it meant that Zhao Chanyang had also expressed the same opinion.

"Palace Master Jing and Master Shen's words are reasonable. Everyone in Shu Mountain agrees," Shen Xi said from the side.

This also represented Bai Mei's stance.

Although the sword cultivators who went to meet Bai Mei in Pure Sky were there to receive guidance on sword techniques, at this moment, Chen Lingfeng, Zhang Taogang, Yuan Qingci, and other Shu Mountain cultivators fully acknowledged Shen Xi's statement on their behalf.

Reflecting on the situation, they couldn't help but suspect that Bai Mei had foreseen the development of events and even actively promoted or tacitly approved of the situation, which was why she made an exception to meet with a group of Shu Mountain disciples.

Regardless, like Zhao Chanyang, Bai Mei also agreed with today's matter.

"Palace Master Jing, Master Shen, and Master Zhang's words are reasonable. As a junior with limited knowledge, I am willing to follow your lead," said Nie Fang, the master of Profound Mechanism Temple, with a smile.

His temple had always been under the care of Dragon Tiger Mountain, and Nie Fang himself often treated Celestial Master Lei Jun as his master. Therefore, in the current situation, he simply expressed his agreement.

"Celestial Master Lei is undoubtedly the only choice for the Supreme Daoist Master."

At this moment, Mu Chunyang, the master of Zhenwu Temple, spoke up, "However, Celestial Master Lei has always been detached and carefree. We should first understand his intentions, and also..."

He spoke softly, "In this vast universe where we reside, apart from the old forces of the Heavenly Palace, there should be no ancient Talisman Sect legacy left.

But we don't know the situation in other vast universes, especially whether there are still ancient immortal cultivators..."

He wasn't opposed to Lei Jun.

Mu Chunyang, who had originally planned to enter seclusion to break through to the immortal realm, had been waiting for this moment.

His concern was about potential future complications.

If there were ancient Daoist cultivators from other vast universes who didn't care, then it would be fine. But if they cared about the title of Supreme Daoist Master, then their current actions might inadvertently cause trouble for Lei Jun, putting him in a difficult position.

"The ancient calamity might have been more severe than we previously understood."

At this moment, Zhang Haipeng spoke softly, "The ancient immortal cultivators might have..."

Zhao Chanyang had no interest in speculating about the cultivation of the ancient Talisman Sect.

However, through the Sealing Talisman, he had witnessed many preserved light and shadow scenes from that time and understood the fates of numerous celestial beings.

Hearing Zhang Haipeng's words, those present, including Mu Chunyang, Shen Xi, and Jing Yu, fell silent.

For the matter they were discussing, this naturally meant there was no need to worry about any adverse effects.

But as Daoist disciples, learning about the severity of the ancient calamity made them all feel a sense of loss.

"In the end, we still need to consider Celestial Master Lei's own intentions." Finally, Shen Xi broke the silence.

Everyone nodded.

Zhang Haipeng, the leader of the Kunwu School, spoke up, "I'll go and see the Celestial Master."

"It's a tough task, fellow cultivator," Shen Xi said, looking at Ji Chuan, the elder of Shu Mountain's East Peak, who was standing to the side.

Ji Chuan immediately stepped forward, "Junior Ji Chuan is willing to accompany Master Zhang."

Zhang Haipeng said, "That's perfect."

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In the Wu Jian Men, located in the human world's Western Regions, just like the Kunlun School.

Lei Jun sat at the edge of the Time Abyss, contemplating and studying it, and often discussed the Dao with his senior brother, Wang Guiyuan.

Recently, he had received some good news.

His senior disciple, Zhuo Baojie, had finally emerged from seclusion.

After this seclusion, Zhuo Baojie successfully broke through the heavenly tribulation between the eighth and ninth heavens, reaching the Great Vehicle realm of the Daoist path.

Since Lei Jun, Tang Xiaotang, and Xu Yuanzhen had successively ascended to immortality in the Grotto Profound realm, Yuan Mo Bai and Chu Kun, apart from them, the Celestial Master Mansion of Dragon Tiger Mountain had another Great Vehicle high-level cultivator.

Zhuo Baojie's achievement of the Great Vehicle realm held great significance.

Among the next generation of disciples of Lei Jun, Chu Kun, and others, the first Great Vehicle high-level cultivator was born.

At the same time, a Great Vehicle high-level cultivator emerged among the Celestial Master's personal disciples.

The news spread, causing a stir and attracting numerous congratulatory messages.

However, after emerging from seclusion, Zhuo Baojie took some time to recuperate before immediately heading to Wu Jian to meet his master, Lei Jun.

Upon entering Wu Jian, Zhuo Baojie first saw a figure flying towards him.

Elder Zhuo smiled, and his originally short stature suddenly grew taller, standing over ten feet tall.

A Dragon Tiger Mountain high-level cultivator, dressed in a purple Daoist robe like his, flew into his embrace, "Congratulations, senior brother!"

It was his second junior sister, Han Xiaofei.

Behind the person stood a young man in a deep red Daoist robe, who also stepped forward and bowed, saying, "Congratulations, Senior Brother, on achieving the rank of a High True Immortal!"

"Also, congratulations to Junior Brother on successfully overcoming the Heavenly Chasm Tribulation between the Fifth and Sixth Heavens, and achieving the Dao Seal realm. The Upper Three Heavens are within reach."

Facing his junior siblings, Zhuo Baojie maintained a composed demeanor. He smiled and returned the bow to his third junior brother, Feng Ting, then patted Han Xiaofei, who was hugging him, on the back. "Junior Sister, you've been a bit lax lately. Huarong Junior Sister is catching up with you."

Han Xiaofei buried her face in the fluffy fur. "Big Senior Brother, don't worry. Little Senior Sister can't catch up with me. I have a plan. I've been spending more time recently on understanding the profound techniques."

Zhuo Baojie remained unperturbed, released her, and stopped her "cuddling" behavior. "Mm, you should work harder."

Not giving her another chance to hug him, Zhuo Baojie walked ahead toward his master, Lei Jun, who was near the Time Abyss.

On the way, his originally enlarged and towering figure returned to its original height of about five feet.

Reaching Lei Jun, Zhuo Baojie bowed respectfully. "Master."

Han Xiaofei and Feng Ting followed behind him and bowed as well. "Disciples pay respects to Master."

Lei Jun smiled and indicated for his three disciples to rise.

Looking at Zhuo Baojie, he nodded slightly. "Hua Jie has grown into a capable person."

Zhuo Baojie replied, "I owe much to Master's guidance and teachings."

He had an extremely solid foundation, but during the Lower and Middle Three Heavens, his cultivation speed was relatively slow compared to his innate talent.

This was due to Lei Jun's intentional control.

It involved the fundamental changes in the cultivation of spirit beasts following human Daoist methods and their lifespan.

Thus, Lei Jun referred to the experience of his own master, Yuan Mo Bai.

Although not entirely the same, Zhuo Baojie and Yuan Mo Bai followed a similar path in this aspect.

In the later stages, Zhuo Baojie's progress became smoother, somewhat resembling the gradual and steady growth of a Confucian scripture cultivator.

While not exceptionally rapid, his progress was consistent.

Thanks to the surging heavenly qi and the increasingly abundant resources of the Dragon Tiger Mountain Celestial Master Mansion, as well as Lei Jun's guidance, Zhuo Baojie's cultivation was even smoother than that of his own grandmaster, Yuan Mo Bai.

He successfully became the first Ninth Heaven cultivator among the third generation disciples of Dragon Tiger Mountain.

"What are your plans for your third innate divine skill?" Lei Jun asked with a smile.

Zhuo Baojie nodded calmly. "Master, I wish to cultivate the Two Instruments Heavenly Principle Talisman from you."

With his first innate divine skill, the Star God, and his second innate divine skill, the Purple Microsphere Bear, along with the various techniques he had learned, Zhuo Baojie's current physical and life energy cultivation was already outstanding.

Now, he had his eye on Lei Jun's Electromagnetic Flying Sword.

"Even the Two Instruments Heavenly Principle Talisman alone is not enough. The Heaven-Earth Listening Talisman must not be neglected," Lei Jun said with a smile.

Zhuo Baojie replied, "Yes, Master. I have been studying it."

Lei Jun nodded.

Then, he flicked his finger, and a sword beam flew out, hovering in front of Zhuo Baojie. "This sword is now renamed the Central Heaven Sword. I will pass it on to you. From now on, you will nurture it with the Central Heaven Talisman and the Two Instruments Heavenly Principle Talisman."

Zhuo Baojie recognized it as the original Central Heaven Sword belonging to the Celestial Daoist, which Lei Jun had re-refined, changing its essence and intent significantly.

He was overjoyed, as his Central Heaven Talisman was perfectly suited for nurturing this sword.

At Lei Jun's current cultivation level, the Electromagnetic Flying Sword was indeed more powerful, but his opponents were also increasingly formidable and unpredictable, making it harder to strike them. Thus, he used the Electromagnetic Flying Sword less frequently.

Passing the Central Heaven Sword to his disciple today, Lei Jun had other considerations and did not mind the original owner, the Celestial Daoist.

"Hua Jie, first nurture the magical treasure and cultivate the divine skill," Lei Jun continued. "Next, the Mansion will consider giving you more responsibilities."

After the convergence with the human world, Lei Jun set an example by rarely leaving the Immortal Realm.

Xu Yuanzhen, Tang Xiaotang, and Wang Guiyuan also followed suit.

Thus, as a newly achieved Ninth Heaven High True Immortal, Zhuo Baojie was now one of the most significant figures in the Dragon Tiger Mountain Celestial Master Mansion.

Therefore, besides his own cultivation, he would naturally take on more important duties.

Zhuo Baojie did not resist this and calmly bowed in agreement. "Yes, Master."

Lei Jun said, "The Elder in charge of the Administrative Hall is rotated every three years. Since the position was just changed, there's no rush. For the next three years, focus on your cultivation. After three years, you will undergo training at the Administrative Hall."

Zhuo Baojie replied, "I understand, Master."

Lei Jun then looked at Han Xiaofei and Feng Ting and smiled. "Hua Ting, continue your cultivation, but you will also take on the duties of an Elder. You will follow your Big Senior Brother for training later. Hua Fei, prepare to assist your Uncle Lin at Kongsang."

Although Han Xiaofei's cultivation realm and strength were higher than Lin Shan's, she still had much to learn in terms of daily duties.

Hearing this, Han Xiaofei felt somewhat reluctant.

She was reluctant to part with her Big Senior Brother Zhuo Baojie, who had just emerged from seclusion, and even more so with her Little Senior Sister Cheng Rongrong.

Lei Jun taught and guided his disciples in their cultivation.

Later, Big Senior Sister Xu Yuanzhen's injuries gradually stabilized, so she left the Pure Sky and came to the Boundless Realm.

Receiving the Sealing Talisman from Lei Jun, Xu Yuanzhen eagerly began to study it.

After bidding farewell to Xu Yuanzhen, Wang Guiyuan, and Chu Kun, Lei Jun left the Boundless Realm and took Xu Yuanzhen's place, arriving at the Pure Sky.

After visiting Bai Mei, Lei Jun did not rush to enjoy the scenery of the Pure Sky. Instead, like Xu Yuanzhen before him, he examined the various traces left by Gao Tian sui.

Although he had heard about these from his Big Senior Sister, Lei Jun still personally examined them.

Different people, with different perspectives, could gain different insights from the same thing.

Especially from the traces left by someone like Gao Tian sui.

After a brief overview, Lei Jun began to meditate and cultivate.

In the Pure Sky, Lei Jun felt a rare sense of contradiction.

On one hand, he felt more in harmony with the Heavenly and Earthly Principles, as if merging with them.

On the other hand, he felt as if he was detached from this vast world, his consciousness rising to a more transcendent perspective, observing and contemplating the principles of the universe.

His consciousness was not static. Eventually, it stopped rising and began a long descent.

Finally, it rose again.

This cycle repeated itself.

Bai Mei, who was in the Pure Sky, could sense the world trembling as if merging with the figure in the nine-colored robe.

She glanced at him, smiled slightly, and then withdrew her gaze.

Meanwhile, the Yellow Springs was also quietly trembling.

From the depths of the Yellow Springs to the heights of the Pure Sky.

Since using the Nine Springs Spirit Jewel, the Pure Sky Pearl, and the Heavenly Palace Memorial to elevate his enlightenment from Tranquility to Naturalness, Lei Jun felt as if he had undergone another transformation.

This feeling was not entirely real.

But in this state, his thoughts seemed more agile than usual.

In this state, whether it was daily cultivation or the study of divine techniques, everything became more efficient.

It was as if an independent universe existed within the Pure Sky, unfolding before them, resembling a vast starry sky when viewed from afar.

This was Lei Jun's Dharmic Vision Mystic City, the Mystic Yellow Universe.

Within the Mystic Yellow Universe, Lei Jun sat amidst a sea of stars.

As the starlight flickered, the Taimei Barrier and the Celestial Market Barrier alternated in their appearances.

Lei Jun's gaze swept across the four directions.

Thus, the ten profound scenes of the Mystic Yellow Universe, consisting of the dust of darkness and light, the three-light mist, the flawless golden rainbow, the two-pole sea eye, the nine-colored flowing radiance, and more, reappeared.

However, compared to when Lei Jun had just ascended to the Grotto Profound realm and initially created the ten scenes, he had undergone significant changes.

Having achieved the Taiji Dao Body, Lei Jun's cultivation realm had advanced from the Grotto Profound first level to the Grotto Profound second level.

Influenced by this, the ten scenes of the Mystic Yellow Universe also began to transform.

Lei Jun, who had been constantly fine-tuning and improving, further adjusted the ten scenes.

First, the Jia Wood scene, which was composed of pure yang thunder.

Initially, the five types of yang thunder in the Supreme Yang Nine Heavens and Five Thunder Rightful Methods were the Nine Heaven God Thunder, Pure Yang Immortal Thunder, Immortal Capital Thunder, Jade Pivot Immortal Thunder, and Supreme Thunder Immortal Thunder.

At that time, Lei Jun was only familiar with these five types of yang thunder methods, so he arranged them all.

Now, with more resources at his disposal, he replaced the Supreme Thunder Immortal Thunder with the Purple Mansion Immortal Thunder.

The Yi Wood Yin Thunder scene underwent a significant change.

Previously, the Nine Heaven God Thunder and the Mysterious Cloud Immortal Thunder combined to form the Yin-Yang Shenxiao Aurora.

But now, five types of yin thunder rightful methods were gathered, forming the Supreme Yin Nine Earth and Five Thunder Rightful Methods.

These included the Mysterious Cloud Immortal Thunder, Pure Yin Immortal Thunder, Kun Yuan Immortal Thunder, Netherworld Immortal Thunder, and Luo Yuan God Thunder.

The Bing Fire scene, representing yang fire, and the Ding Fire scene, representing yin fire, remained unchanged, still symbolizing the Three Yang Open and Yin-Yang Wuji Star Brilliance.

The Wu Earth and Ji Earth scenes, serving as the central foundation, also remained the same.

The Geng Metal scene, representing yang gold, was further enhanced by the Supreme Thunder Immortal Thunder, building upon the foundation of the Two Instruments Heaven-Origin Sword Array.

The original Xin Metal scene, representing yin gold, was a combination of yin thunder and yang fire, known as the Dragon-Tiger Combined Strike.

Now, adjustments were made, and the Two Instruments Heaven-Origin Sword Array was used as the base, with the Yin Thunder Rightful Method's Six Void God Thunder added on top.

The Gui Water scene, representing pure yin and the reverse of the Three Yang Open, remained unchanged.

However, the Ren Water scene, which was previously composed of the Pure Yang Immortal Thunder and Pure Yin Immortal Thunder, forming the Yin-Yang Existence Treasure Light, underwent adjustments.

Within the Mystic Yellow Universe, black ice suddenly appeared.

In contrast to the black ice, white water shimmered with a faint golden light.

This was the Pure Yin Mystic Ice and the corresponding Pure Yang Divine Water.

These two methods were both silently deduced by Lei Jun after achieving the Taiji Dao Body.

He had witnessed the Pure Yang Palace's Palace Master, Jiang Yu, wielding the Pure Yin Mystic Ice.

Although he couldn't directly create Pure Yin Mystic Ice like Tang Xiaotang with the Taiyi Dao Body, Lei Jun could take a roundabout approach.

Relying on the Pure Yin Immortal Thunder, Pure Yang Immortal Thunder, and his own Taiji Dao Body and natural comprehension, Lei Jun, after some contemplation, gradually guided the emergence of the Pure Yin Mystic Ice.

Then, with the Taiji Dao Body and Pure Yin Mystic Ice, he slowly transformed the Pure Yang Divine Water, which was distinct from the Pure Yang True Fire and Pure Yang Immortal Thunder, yet equally imbued with profound principles.

Next, as the Pure Yin Mystic Ice and Pure Yang Divine Water intertwined, a faintly glowing, ethereal presence gradually emerged.

Compared to the Yin-Yang Existence Treasure Light formed by the combination of pure yin and pure yang thunder, the Yin-Yang Harmonious Radiance formed by the fusion of pure yin and pure yang ice and water held another layer of profundity.

There were similarities between the two, but the latter was more in line with the Ren Water scene of the ten scenes.

Such rich changes were also a testament to the innate advantages of Lei Jun's Taiji Dao Body.

After the ten scenes of the Mystic Yellow Universe were re-established, Lei Jun's profound cultivation silently circulated.

In the vast starry universe, thunderous lights flashed, and peals of thunder reverberated.

The majestic Thunder Emperor City emerged from the dark void, and the Taiji Twelve Thunder Gates opened, releasing a vast ocean of thunder that spread in all directions.

As the twelve thunder gates shook, they subtly intertwined with the surrounding ten scenes.

During this process, Lei Jun's Taimei Barrier became increasingly stable and exquisite.

He closed his eyes and entered a state of quiet cultivation.

After an unknown period, Lei Jun opened his eyes, sensing something in his heart.

His Dharmic Vision Mystic City also retracted.

Lei Jun reappeared in the Pure Sky, and later, Zhang Haipeng and Ji Chuan arrived.

The two of them bowed to Lei Jun together.

As Bai Mei did not appear, Zhang Haipeng and Ji Chuan first expressed their intentions.

Lei Jun remained calm, neither showing enthusiasm nor directly refusing. He simply looked at Zhang Haipeng and Ji Chuan:

"Have all the sects and factions considered this matter thoroughly?"

Zhang Haipeng bowed in the Daoist manner to Lei Jun: "The Celestial Master is broad-minded and magnanimous, detached from fame and fortune. He is one of the most accomplished high-level cultivators in our Daoist Secret Sect. Not only has the Celestial Master shown kindness and care to us fellow cultivators in the past, but even without personal ties, his actions have repeatedly supported our Daoist Secret Sect as a pillar in times of crisis. We, as disciples of the Daoist Secret Sect, are sincerely grateful and willing to follow his lead."

Most sects, including the Shu Mountain School and the Pure Yang Palace, had received the Celestial Master's talismanic decree from Dragon Tiger Mountain.

Even the Zhenwu Temple, affiliated with the Tang Dynasty lineage, had received the decree early on.

(End of Chapter)

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