UGB Chapter 49 Reporting Back to Yaochi
Chapter 49 Reporting Back to Yaochi
From that immortal volcano in the south, we traveled all the way north.
Xuan Yao rode on auspicious clouds, but did not return to his painstakingly managed Qingheishan Daoist temple for seclusion and rest.
This journey to the Undying Volcano began with the slaughter of the Golden Immortal disciples of Zifu Continent, followed by the discovery of the Phoenix Clan's remnants, and finally, a meeting with the Supreme Yuanhuang of the old era.
They even brought back the Fire Phoenix Branch, which represents the core essence of the Phoenix Clan!
Each and every one of these events involves a vast range of profound causes and effects, enough to shake the very foundations of the primordial world.
Therefore, as soon as Xuan Yao entered the territory of Xikunlun, he flew straight towards the Yaochi Wonderland in the inner mountain.
"Disciple Xuanyao requests an audience with Master."
Outside the Yaochi Palace, Xuan Yao respectfully informed the fairy on duty.
Before long, he was led into the solemn and majestic hall.
Above the main hall, the Queen Mother of the West sat high on a cloud platform, surrounded by pure energy and auspicious rays.
After being crowned the head of the female immortals, the majestic aura she exuded, which commanded all the female immortals of the primordial world, became even more unfathomable.
Xuan Yao stepped forward, solemnly performed a grand salute, then stood with his hands at his sides, and recounted the details of his journey south in a detailed and selective manner.
From how arrogant and domineering Huang Feng Daoist of Zifu Continent chased Hong Ling all the way to the gate of his Qingheishan Daoist temple, even threatening to destroy the mountain and break the formation.
He then recounted how, in order to uphold the reputation of his dojo and sect, he swiftly struck and killed the man.
Hongling brought the long-lost Nanming Fire Pearl back to his clan.
Upon arriving at the Undying Volcano, they were personally greeted by the two Great Luo Ancestors, Honghu and Qingluan, and there was also the conversation about blessings and karma in the Wutong Temple.
Then he was granted permission to enter the Southern Ming Fire Vein to refine the Flying Golden Sword.
However, by sheer coincidence, by harmonizing the evil spirits with the pure energy of virtue, a wisp of true Southern Ming Fire seed was unexpectedly and dangerously condensed.
Finally, Xuan Yao's tone became serious.
He recounted the manifestation of the Primordial Phoenix Dharma Form deep within the sea of fire, and the kindness of the ancient supreme being who fixed the fire seal for him.
At this point, Xuan Yao took out the ten-thousand-year-old cold jade box that he had sealed tightly with his blessed energy and layers of restrictions.
He lifted it high with both hands and presented it solemnly:
"Master, this item was personally taken down by Senior Yuanhuang as a precious gift to be presented to you."
"This disciple knows that this item is of great importance, and dared not touch it in the slightest on the way. Therefore, I have come to return this item intact to my master for his decision."
Upon hearing this, the Queen Mother of the West showed a rare and unusual expression.
She raised her fair, jade-like hand and gently gestured from a distance.
The ancient jade box fell steadily into her palm.
"Click."
The jade box was opened.
In an instant, a pure and dazzling crimson-gold flame flowed out from the box.
The short branch of the fire sycamore tree, about a foot long, lay quietly in the jade box.
The powerful and continuous vitality of the Phoenix Fire Virtue emanating from it instantly raised the temperature in the entire Yaochi Hall by a few degrees.
The Queen Mother of the West's gaze fell on the branch of the fire-flowering phoenix tree, her eyes flickering slightly.
With her discerning eye, she naturally recognized the terrifying weight of this object at a glance!
The Fire Phoenix Tree branch is definitely not one of those ordinary innate spiritual materials that can be found in the primordial wilderness.
It represents the inviolable true foundation and essence of the Phoenix Clan!
It is also a formal and profound response from Yuanhuang, the former overlord, to the old relationship between the Queen Mother of the West and the Qingluan lineage!
Such a generous gift carries a significance far exceeding the value of the treasure itself.
The Queen Mother of the West remained silent for a moment, but did not immediately put away the fire sycamore branch.
She looked at Xuan Yao below the steps.
"Xuan Yao."
The Queen Mother of the West spoke in a calm tone:
"Answer your teacher honestly."
On this long journey back, you will encounter such a heaven-defying opportunity that could greatly increase the power of your Fire Seal.
Have you ever even entertained the slightest thought of possessing it for yourself, or secretly refining even a fraction of it?
Faced with such a direct and sharp test from their master.
Xuan Yao's expression remained calm.
Lying in front of a supreme being is a foolish path to death.
He met the Queen Mother of the West's gaze calmly and answered truthfully:
"Reporting back to Master."
This item contains the pure fire virtue of the Phoenix Clan, and it has a strong affinity with the Nanming Fire Seal in the disciple's dantian.
If I were to say that I was completely unmoved by such an extraordinary opportunity along the way, that would be nothing but a lie to deceive my master.
Xuan Yao paused, his tone becoming firm:
"But I know the truth in my heart."
"Since Senior Yuanhuang has clearly stated that this item is a precious gift to Master to renew our old bond, then it is no longer an opportunity belonging to this disciple."
"If a disciple dares to embezzle even a single penny, then he is breaking faith and betraying his own principles, thus ruining his own foundation of virtue and merit."
"not to mention……"
A bitter, self-deprecating smile curled at the corner of Xuan Yao's lips:
"With my current cultivation level of just entering the Golden Immortal realm, if I were truly insatiable and forcibly attempt to refine such a precious treasure that involves the immense destiny of the Phoenix Clan..."
"That might not be a great blessing for the disciple."
On the contrary, it could very well become a deadly calamity!
After hearing Xuan Yao's frank and clear-headed answer, the Queen Mother of the West was deeply moved.
On that usually icy and beautiful face, the look of satisfaction in her eyes deepened even further.
The idea that a cultivator can remain completely unmoved when faced with a great treasure is absolutely a self-deceiving lie.
But even after being tempted by the treasure, he was still able to stay clear-headed and guard against his greed.
Precisely grasp the balance between what you should and shouldn't take.
This is truly a rare and precious resilience!
This is the kind of excellent quality a cultivator should have to survive a long time in a cruel calamity!
"I am very pleased that you have such a clear understanding."
The Queen Mother of the West nodded slightly, and then her topic naturally shifted to the situation between the Phoenix Clan and Zifu Continent.
Xuan Yao recounted in detail Yuan Huang's terrible condition and the terrifying karma pressing down on the bottom of the Undying Volcano.
A deep sense of感慨 (gǎnkǎi, a complex emotion encompassing both emotion and reflection) was also revealed in the Queen Mother of the West's gaze:
"Although the Phoenix Clan was severely weakened by the Dragon-Han Calamity, ancient beings like the Primordial Phoenix still exist, and their Five Virtues lineage has not been completely severed."
The foundation of such an ancient overlord should never be underestimated.
"However, the karma of the Phoenix Clan is far too heavy, like a terrifying bottomless abyss."
The Queen Mother of the West solemnly reminded Xuan Yao:
"The good karma you have created this time is just right."
The old ties of the Azure Phoenix lineage can be continued, serving as a source of assistance in the future.
But remember, never foolishly get deeply involved in the core karmic entanglements of the Phoenix Clan, or you will surely suffer the consequences.
As for the Purple Mansion Continent where the Golden Immortal who was decisively killed by Xuan Yao resided...
The Queen Mother of the West's tone became indifferent, even carrying a hint of subtle disdain:
"After being appointed the head of the male immortals, Dongwanggong did not think about how to first cultivate virtue and prestige, so as to truly subdue the other immortals."
Instead, they were eager for quick success and instant benefits, recruiting rogue cultivators everywhere, bullying others with their power, and eager to establish their authority.
"Such a frivolous attitude, unworthy of his position, will one day bring a terrible backlash."
Xuan Yao listened from below the steps, and suddenly understood everything clearly.
The analysis of the overall situation by Master west Wangmu and that ancient Yuanhuang in the sea of fire was almost identical!
A top-tier powerhouse in the primordial world who truly saw through the grand trends of heaven and earth.
They have all keenly discerned that Dongwanggong's seemingly prosperous path to the Celestial Court actually conceals a fatal problem!
The Queen Mother of the West quietly gazed at the fire phoenix branch, which emitted a crimson-gold flame, in the jade box in her hand.
She did not put it away naturally as Xuan Yao had expected.
Instead, he suddenly looked intently at Xuan Yao below the steps.
"Xuan Yao."
The majestic voice of the Queen Mother of the West echoed in the empty hall.
"This item has a strong affinity with the rare Nanming Fire Seal within your body."
"It was you again, bringing back from that immortal volcano by your own hands, a dangerous place."
With a casual flick of her sleeve, the ancient jade box flew smoothly back to Xuan Yao's side.
"Keep this branch of the fire sycamore tree in your hands."