“Yuanshi Tianzun?” Bixia Yuanjun echoed in astonishment. He had chosen the first of the Nine Supreme Daoist Beings, the beginning of all things and the cause of all consequences, the one symbolizing “nonexistence” and “creation”?
There had never been any clear record of his demise, as though he had suddenly vanished from this world. Inheriting his cultivation techniques and bearing his title were no easy tasks for ordinary people.
But upon reflection, it seemed somewhat normal. Yuanshi Tianzun’s cultivation method was incomplete, carrying limited fortune, which might actually help someone who had obtained the “Tathagata’s Divine Palm” by counterbalancing some of the Buddhist sect’s fortune. Moreover, Yuanshi Tianzun’s cultivation style was completely different from that of the “Fierce Blade” Su Meng, making it an excellent disguise.
Another point was that the founder of the “Bajiu Mystical Art” was said to be either the ancient Holy Buddha or Yuxu Yuanshi. In any case, their Daoist lineage had inherited this technique, so perhaps Su Meng could uncover the secrets of the “Bajiu Mystical Art” from the “Yuanshi Golden Scripture.”
Seeing Bixia Yuanjun’s shock and bewilderment, Meng Qi’s rising momentum wavered slightly as he asked cautiously, “Yuanjun, is there something wrong with this choice?”
“It’s fine,” Bixia Yuanjun replied concisely.
Meng Qi exhaled slightly in relief, then hesitantly asked, “Yuanjun, choosing this title, will I get beaten up when I go out?”
This title was too imposing. Many official members of the Immortal Traces were either his disciples or grand-disciples. Except for Lingbao Tianzun, seemingly no one else could truly rival him. Would Meng Qi become the first member to perish immediately after selecting a title?
Hearing Meng Qi’s timid question, Bixia Yuanjun first froze, then burst into laughter, nearly doubling over. This guy was too amusing!
Yuanshi Tianzun, Daode Tianzun, and Lingbao Tianzun were Daoist Celestials existing even before the Primordial Era. Even during the time when Celestial Dao Lords and Buddhist Patriarchs dominated the world, they were not inferior in status or power. The reason Tian Di could dominate the ancient times was not only because of his formidable martial arts skills but also because these three Daoist Celestials and the Holy Buddha rarely appeared.
Meng Qi’s face reddened slightly, pretending not to hear Bixia Yuanjun’s unrestrained laughter. After a while, she finally stopped and caught her breath, saying, “Don’t worry. They are seniors who would never trouble you over this matter. At most, they might look grim for a few days.”
“Yeah, if you and other members encounter enemies, before they figure out the situation, ‘Yuanshi Tianzun’ would definitely be the primary target.”
I get it. The name is too flashy, too high-profile, equivalent to full “taunt” mode… Meng Qi muttered silently. Anyway, I play this role within my own team.
After Bixia Yuanjun finished speaking, she exhaled and turned solemn. “Are you sure? Once I open the pavilion, you can’t change your mind.”
“Sure.” Meng Qi, having made his decision, would not go back, his voice calm and steady.
Bixia Yuanjun nodded, took out a jade pendant seemingly containing infinite sword qi, and placed it on the amber glow outside the “Yuanshi Tianzun” pavilion.
The amber glow faded, revealing only a jade tablet inscribed with “Yuanshi Golden Scripture.”
This cultivation method was incomplete, lacking not only the part after the External Manifestation stage but also the corresponding techniques for the Opening and External Manifestation stages. However, as a cover technique, it was sufficient. Bixia Yuanjun picked up the jade tablet and walked toward Meng Qi, casually saying, “You must first select three External Manifestation techniques, and then I can grant you the corresponding insights.”
The jade tablet of the “Yuanshi Golden Scripture” also contained External Manifestation techniques and several Law Body techniques, so prior processing was necessary.
Meng Qi eagerly asked, “What are they?”
“For the Opening Stage, there is only one technique called ‘Yuxu Palm,’ consisting of thirty-six forms. It encompasses various palm and footwork techniques.” Bixia Yuanjun chuckled. “As for the External Manifestation techniques, there are quite a few. Let me introduce them to you. Have you heard of Yuanshi Tianzun’s supreme techniques?”
“I only know of the ‘Yuanshi Nine Seals,’ a supreme martial art technique, one of which is the ‘Reversing Heaven Seal.'” Meng Qi’s eyes unconsciously sparkled.
Bixia Yuanjun nodded. “Each of the ‘Yuanshi Nine Seals’ contains profound Daoist principles pointing directly to the origin. Among them, the first three seals, ‘Wuji,’ ‘Dao Yi,’ and ‘Kaitian,’ are said to rival any move from the Tian Chan Tathagata. They are the core part of the ‘Yuanshi Golden Scripture,’ unfortunately, we don’t have them…”
That sentence was so disheartening! Meng Qi’s eye twitched.
“But we do have the ‘Reversing Heaven,’ ‘Wuji,’ and ‘Yin-Yang’ seals.” Bixia Yuanjun scoffed.
Could you please not pause dramatically when speaking… Meng Qi’s heart went up and down.
Bixia Yuanjun continued, “In addition, the ‘Yuanshi Golden Scripture’ also includes a supreme martial art technique comparable to the ‘Reversing Heaven Seal,’ called the ‘Five Primordials and Five Virtues Fist.’ It directly points to the innate Five Primordials and Five Virtues. If completely mastered, reversing the Five Primordials and Five Virtues, it is said one could cultivate the first of the Nine Seals, the ‘Wuji Seal,’ rivaling Tian Chan and Tathagata. The mythical ‘Xi’ seemed to be attempting a similar path.”
“Do we have this technique?” Meng Qi asked directly to avoid Bixia Yuanjun’s dramatic pauses.
Bixia Yuanjun grinned. “We have two forms of it.”
“That’s good.” Meng Qi exhaled in relief. If he had heard the introduction only to find nothing available, he would have been desperate enough to bang his head against a wall, though the wall would likely suffer more. “But does the ‘Yuanshi Golden Scripture’ really contain the innate Five Primordials?”
“Taiyi, Taichu, Taishi, Taisu, and Taiji are the five stages the world experienced from ‘nonexistence’ to ‘existence,’ and isn’t the title ‘Yuanshi Tianzun’ meant to include the secret before the world’s creation, symbolizing ‘nonexistence’?” Bixia Yuanjun countered.
Meng Qi nodded slightly. “That makes sense.”
No wonder he was the beginning of all things and the cause of all consequences!
Thinking of this, his heart blossomed with joy. Compared to the incomplete Tathagata’s Divine Palm, which lacked a general outline and had yet to produce any techniques, these were tangible and visible!
Feeling Meng Qi’s elation, Bixia Yuanjun dampened his spirits. “They are all Law Body-level techniques. You can only choose them after becoming a formal member, or exchange them with Law Body techniques from the Tathagata’s Divine Palm.”
“Yuanjun, I understand, but a person needs hope!” Meng Qi replied earnestly.
Bixia Yuanjun’s expression beneath her mask was unknown. After a moment’s silence, she said, “The External Manifestation techniques of the ‘Yuanshi Golden Scripture’ are all derived from the ‘Yuanshi Nine Seals’ and the ‘Five Primordials and Five Virtues Fist,’ including the ‘Three Reversing Heaven Palms,’ ‘Four Wuji Techniques,’ and ‘Taichu Finger,’ among others.”
“What are the ‘Three Reversing Heaven Palms’?” Due to his prior imitation, Meng Qi had a favorable impression of the ‘Reversing Heaven Seal.’
“They are ‘Heaven and Earth Inverted,’ ‘Palm Covering the Three Realms,’ and ‘Qiankun Shattered.’ The ‘Four Wuji Techniques’ include ‘Immovable Golden Lotus’ and ‘Thick Earth Carrying All’…” Bixia Yuanjun explained in detail, finally reminding Meng Qi, “You can only choose three techniques.”
“Wuji Seal”—could it eventually evolve into the “Central Heaven and Earth Wuji Apricot Yellow Flag”? I’m in dire need of a defensive technique! Meng Qi knew more than Bixia Yuanjun thought!
He pondered for a moment and first chose an offensive and a defensive palm technique: “I’ll take ‘Heaven and Earth Inverted’ from the ‘Three Reversing Heaven Palms’ and ‘Immovable Golden Lotus’ from the ‘Four Wuji Techniques.'”
These were the first moves of each set. Meng Qi was concerned that choosing later ones directly might hinder his simulation.
“Not bad,” Bixia Yuanjun did not discourage Meng Qi. “For the final External Manifestation technique, I suggest you choose one derived from the ‘Five Primordials and Five Virtues Fist,’ after all, they are the essence of the ‘Yuanshi Golden Scripture,’ and deeper insights will help your imitation.”
There were over ten External Manifestation techniques derived from the “Five Primordials and Five Virtues Fist,” causing Meng Qi temporary indecision as he asked, “Please advise me, Yuanjun.”
“Choose the ‘Three Treasures Ruyi Fist,'” Bixia Yuanjun suggested after a moment’s thought. “It has only one form, making it easier for you to grasp and imitate. Currently, you cultivate the ‘Essence, Qi, and Spirit’ three treasures. When you reach the semi-External Manifestation stage, you can gather any three of the five Virtues Qi to combine and cultivate, resulting in formidable power.”
“Great!” Meng Qi’s eyes sparkled with excitement as he unhesitatingly chose this fist technique.
Bixia Yuanjun did some adjustments on the jade tablet, isolating the External Manifestation insights, then handed it to Meng Qi for comprehension.
Meng Qi placed the jade tablet against his forehead, releasing his spirit. Instantly, his mind became chaotic, with no beginning and no end, the start and finish merging together.
This sensation was fleeting, soon replaced by a flood of scriptures and images. Meng Qi steadied his heart, carefully comprehending and memorizing.
Before long, the Opening Stage techniques concluded. Suddenly, Meng Qi saw a long, powerful hand descending from above, overturning heaven and earth, shattering the void with an awe-inspiring presence. Another hand, with five fingers forming different seals, stood firmly on the earth, like a golden lotus slowly blooming, seamlessly connected to the earth, radiating myriad rays of light, blocking that palm strike.
Finally, a fist infused with the essence of the universe came swinging down with unstoppable might, splattering the enemy’s brains and dispersing their soul.
The images vanished. Meng Qi took a deep breath and activated the Bajiu Mystical Art, memorizing what he had just seen.
“Remember, the techniques under the title must not be disclosed, including to the Six Dao,” Bixia Yuanjun repeated her previous reminder, now holding a mask, an amber ornament, and a cyan talisman in her hands.
“Drip your blood onto this ‘Xianji Clasp’; it will become your symbol of identity,” Bixia Yuanjun handed the amber ornament to Meng Qi first.
As Meng Qi dripped his blood and fused his spirit, Bixia Yuanjun continued, “This ‘Xianyou Talisman’ is used to summon personnel within to open the Immortal Trace’s door. Since you are not yet a formal member, you do not have the privilege of free access. The nine entrances to ‘Biyou Tian’ are…”
Once Meng Qi completed the ritual, Bixia Yuanjun handed him the Xianyou Talisman and the Yuanshi Tianzun mask, then took the Xianji Clasp, miraculously dividing it into two parts. One part she kept, and the other she returned to Meng Qi: “You must personally hold the Xianji Clasp to pass through the entrance and gain recognition from other members.”
Meng Qi nodded slightly, caressing the Yuanshi Tianzun mask. It was a solemn Daoist immortal, exuding youth, maturity, and old age simultaneously.
“Our masks are made from special materials that can block spiritual probing below the Law Body stage,” Bixia Yuanjun clapped her hands. “Alright, follow me to the ‘Immortal Traces Pavilion’ to choose your first mission.”
Hopefully, there’s a mission related to Jiuxiang, saving the trouble… Meng Qi remained silent, donning the Yuanshi Tianzun mask and changing into the water-weaving robe provided by Bixia Yuanjun.
Along the way, many apprentices looked at Meng Qi’s “face” with expressions of shock. “Yuanshi Tianzun” has appeared? Finally, someone has chosen?
The Immortal Traces Pavilion was on a nearby peak next to Biyou Palace, vast and serene, with many jade pillars erected. Each column bore different “notices,” some offering treasures in exchange for reincarnation talismans, others inviting exploration of certain ruins. These could be divided into two categories: one for exchanging items and techniques, and the other for missions.
Inside the pavilion were some masked members of the Immortal Traces. Upon seeing Meng Qi, they all froze momentarily, their expressions behind the masks varying from surprise to grimness.
The one who attracted Meng Qi’s attention most was a tall woman with thick black hair naturally flowing down her back, her legs long and graceful, exuding an ethereal aura.
“Doumu Yuanjun,” Bixia Yuanjun whispered privately.
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