Although Xuan Tian had high expectations for the people on the island, he was also very kind to the creatures there. He tried to spend as much time as possible preaching to them so that they could improve their cultivation and face more challenges. As for his four disciples, while he was strict with them, he was also very good to them. He was serious when necessary, but he didn't hold back when it came to fun and games. Sometimes he would even joke with his disciples, often leaving them both amused and exasperated.
"Get up, all of you," Xuan Tian said to Hui Xin and the other three.
"Yes." Upon hearing Xuan Tian's words, the four of them stood up, glancing at Yun Xiao before looking at Xuan Tian.
Seeing the looks in their eyes, Xuan Tian knew what they were thinking and laughed, "What? Don't you recognize me?"
Upon hearing Xuan Tian's words, the four blushed. They had been somewhat puzzled by Yun Xiao's arrival and had even forgotten to greet her. Now, upon hearing Xuan Tian's words, they all cupped their hands and said to Yun Xiao, "Hui Xin (Liao Zhen, Chang'e, and Cang Jie) greet Junior Sister (Senior Sister)." Hui Xin and Liao Zhen had entered the sect before Yun Xiao, so they were called Junior Sister, while Chang'e and Cang Jie were later, so they should be called Senior Sister according to seniority.
Yunxiao quickly returned the greeting. Although she had entered the Daoist sect earlier than Chang'e and Cangjie, her cultivation level was inferior to theirs, so she naturally did not dare to claim superiority over them.
After they had exchanged greetings, Xuan Tian said, "Follow me." He then led the way toward the Dutian Palace.
The group entered the hall, with Xuantian taking the lead and sitting on the cloud bed. Yunxiao and his four disciples stood below. Xuantian said to Yunxiao, "In this great calamity of the Investiture of the Gods, the Dao Ancestor said that those who cultivate in seclusion and quietly recite the Yellow Court Classic can be kept safe. You and your fellow disciples went down the mountain without permission and became involved in the killing of the mortal world, so you deserve to suffer the calamity. Your brother Zhao Gongming relied on his treasure and pride, and ended up dying and being listed on the list. Your sister Qiongxiao and Bixiao also ended up on the list because of their unstable nature and insufficient Dao nature. Only you have deep roots and are protected by the merits of a generation of imperial tutors, so you have managed to save your life and not be listed."
Upon hearing Xuantian mention his elder brother and two younger sisters, Yunxiao was overcome with grief. Recalling the deaths of his siblings, tears streamed down his face uncontrollably.
Seeing this, the wise Chang'e quickly tried to persuade her, while Xuan Tian sat to the side without saying a word.
Having at least cried, Xuan Tian finally spoke, "Yun Xiao, do you know the mistakes you and the others made?"
Yunxiao was taken aback, but after a moment's thought, he came to his senses and bowed, saying, "Yunxiao doesn't know, please enlighten me, Master Uncle."
Xuan Tian nodded. Yun Xiao was indeed extraordinary, knowing he would take this opportunity to guide her. He then said, "This tribulation's survival depends entirely on karma, merit, and cultivation. Those with shallow karma, high merit, and deep cultivation can cultivate in peace, and this great tribulation will not harm them in the slightest. Those who possess two of these three can also avoid the great tribulation by keeping their mountain gates closed and quietly reciting the *Huang Ting Jing*. Those who possess only one of these three must enter the mortal world to undergo the tribulation. If they are lucky, they can avoid the tribulation; if they are unlucky, their true spirit will enter the Investiture of the Gods and ascend to a divine position in the Heavenly Court. Those who possess none of these three must enter the mortal world to undergo the tribulation. If they are lucky, their true spirit will enter the Investiture of the Gods; if they are unlucky, they will be reduced to ashes and will not even be able to reincarnate."
He continued, “These three types are truly rare among your Jie Sect disciples. Don’t think I’m belittling your Jie Sect. Your master, Tongtian, once said that there are too many scoundrels among the Jie Sect disciples; you can find all sorts of people. The Jie Sect has a large number of disciples, relying on sheer numbers to win. Among the tens of thousands of disciples, there are quite a few with good aptitude and character, but there is also no shortage of those with shallow roots. Most of them may not have even heard Tongtian preach before calling themselves Jie Sect disciples, using the Jie Sect’s name to swindle and deceive others, acting without any scruples, truly disgracing the Daoist sect. These people have deep karma, low cultivation, and no merit. How many of them will be able to survive this great calamity? It’s really hard to say.”
Yunxiao nodded. Although Yunxiao was somewhat displeased with Xuantian's criticism of the Jie Sect members, firstly, the relationship between Xuantian and Tongtian was undeniable, and secondly, the Jie Sect disciples were indeed like that. Although Yunxiao usually cultivated on the Three Immortal Islands, he knew more or less about it, but he couldn't say anything due to his status.
Seeing Yunxiao nod, Xuantian continued, "This time, the Investiture of the Gods is led by the Chan Sect. The Chan Sect helped Xiqi overthrow the rule of King Zhou of Shang, which was also the will of Heaven. King Zhou of Shang was immoral, corrupted the court, and caused the people to suffer. Xiqi's rebellion against Shang was the will of Heaven. Your disciples of the Jie Sect helping him was an act against Heaven, and you should suffer the consequences. Your elder brother Zhao Gongming blocked the Twelve Golden Immortals of the Chan Sect and the Xiqi army outside Xiqi. He was already involved in karma and did not know the principles. He acted recklessly because of the power of the treasures, and he should suffer the consequences."
"You and your companions should have been in seclusion in your caves, cultivating to prepare for the great calamity. Yet you were so ignorant and recklessly went out of the mountains to seek revenge. What was even more ignorant was that you blocked the Xiqi army, set up the Yellow River Formation to trap the Twelve Golden Immortals of the Chan Sect, and even attacked Laozi and Yuanshi, the two sages. You really don't know how to write the word 'death'."
"You first defied the heavens and became involved in the killing of mortals. Putting that aside, your act of turning the Twelve Golden Immortals into mortals was a grave mistake. Yuanshi is protective of his own, and there is no right or wrong in the conflict between the two sects. Although your actions have offended Yuanshi, he cannot say anything. As long as you return the Twelve Golden Immortals to him and remove the Yellow River Formation, Yuanshi will not attack you. This act of bullying the weak is an act of the strong, and even if Yuanshi is angry, he will not do such a thing."
"You lot are still oblivious to your own mortality, daring to attack a sage. Leaving aside whether you can actually harm the sage and bring shame upon him, your actions have given Yuanshi the opportunity and a reason to act. Yuanshi is a protective person, and he was already angry with you. He will definitely show no mercy in his attack. If it weren't for my and your master's timely rescue, you would probably be on the Investiture of the Gods list by now."
Xuan Tian explained the cause and effect one by one, which made Yun Xiao tremble with fear and regret. He quickly bowed to Xuan Tian and said, "Thank you for your guidance, Uncle Master. If it weren't for your guidance, I'm afraid I would still be unaware that I have fallen into the calamity without realizing it."
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