ATPnovel Chapter 39 Hongjun: If I give it to you, just take it.
Chapter 39 Hongjun: If I give it to you, just take it.
Chapter 39 Hongjun: Just take it if I give it to you (2)
"What a treacherous villain! He really knows how to seize every opportunity." Yuanshi looked at Styx and thought to himself. At the same time, the image of the treacherous Styx Marquis was reinforced in his mind once again.
Originally, he was speaking frankly and directly for the sake of all living beings in the primordial world. How did it become, in the mouth of the Styx, that he deliberately contradicted the sage in just a few words?
Since the Three Pure Ones took human form and were born, for countless years, no one has ever dared to scheme against them in this way. Even during the most prosperous period of the three primordial races, when the Ancestral Dragon, the Primordial Phoenix, and the First Qilin saw the Three Pure Ones and saw their merits in creating the world, they had to say "the true lineage of Pangu".
"I was born from the sea of blood and have seen countless beings over countless years, some killing for their own selfish reasons, others out of anger and ignorance. There is no one like Dao Ancestor who is willing to spread the Dao selflessly for the sake of all living beings in the primordial world."
In the previous great calamity, the Dao Ancestor disregarded his own safety to fight against Luo. If not for that, the primordial world would have already fallen into Luo's hands, and we would surely have been unable to escape the devil's clutches.
If there is anyone who can rival the Dao Ancestor, it is only the Father God Pangu, who sacrificed himself to create the world, and who possessed such a selfless heart.
"I constantly remember the Dao Ancestor. It is precisely because of this, because I have witnessed too much wickedness in people's hearts over countless years, that I feel a sense of relief and joy upon finally seeing the Dao Ancestor." Styx looked at Hongjun, bowed, and laid the groundwork for his emotions, while also clearing himself of any suspicion that he might have been flattering.
"Is that so?" Upon hearing this, Hongjun thought to himself that Styx's attempt to clear himself of the suspicion of flattery had inadvertently created another misunderstanding.
Before this, people were grateful for the Dao Ancestor's kindness, but after this, the Dao Ancestor became the hero who defeated Luo and saved the primordial world when it was on the verge of collapse.
Of course, the rights and wrongs of the previous great calamity's struggle between the Dao and the Demon are now difficult to clarify, but—? Anyway, Luo is already dead, so all the responsibility lies with Luo.
More importantly, this is a form of "imposed belief".
Regardless of Hongjun's reasons for intervening in the Great Tribulation, which led to the "Battle between Dao and Demon," the fact that Luo destroyed the prehistoric world and Hongjun stopped Luo is an unchangeable established fact.
By endowing Hongjun with various "great, glorious, and righteous" images in this established fact, it will undoubtedly instill in everyone present a belief that the Dao Ancestor is incomparably great, and that the Dao Ancestor is bright and righteous.
Furthermore, given that the three thousand guests of Zixiao and the sage Hongjun have already established a significant connection of interests through their two sermons, everyone will undoubtedly accept this belief and be influenced by it, with the top influencing the bottom.
This belief was bestowed upon the Three Thousand Guests of Zixiao, and of course, upon the Dao Ancestor as well. However, whether this was actually the case was irrelevant and no one ever cared.
Importantly, in this process, Styx provided a reasonable explanation for all its actions.
This also allowed Hongjun to see his loyalty.
"Furthermore, both the Primordial Treasure and the Primordial Purple Qi are extremely valuable treasures. Over the countless years, I have accomplished nothing and made no contribution to this world. I am truly ashamed to receive such an award and it is difficult to convince the public."
We urge the Daoist Ancestor to take it back and bestow it upon another virtuous and capable person.
As long as the primordial world prospers and the fortunes of the Xuanmen flourish, this humble immortal will be content. After saying this, Styx took out the Primordial Purple Qi and handed it back to Hongjun.
"Nether River—" Looking at this scene, and the Qiankun Cauldron, the Northern Xuan Yuan Water Control Flag, and the Primordial Purple Qi that had returned to him, Hongjun was filled with countless emotions.
So, in Styx's heart, is that how he sees himself?
Moreover, Styx said he had not accomplished anything. If Styx of the Creation Ghost Immortal Path and the Asura Clan had not accomplished anything, then wouldn't all the great supernatural beings present become a burden to the world?
After all, you can act, but the rewards and virtues of Heaven won't accompany you.
"I understand your intention. Once a sage has spoken, it becomes the law of heaven and cannot be changed. Since the Primordial Purple Qi and these two spiritual treasures have been bestowed upon you, you should accept them."
You have made contributions to the path of immortality and deserve to be rewarded.
Knowing how difficult the past was, I believe you will be able to make good use of this treasure to benefit the primordial world.” Hongjun waved his Daoist robe and immediately sent the Qiankun Cauldron, the Northern Xuanyuan Water Control Flag, and the Primordial Purple Qi into the Styx River’s body once again.
Yuanshi looked at this scene in disbelief.
Oh, sage, how could you be so easily deceived by the River Styx?
Most of the guests from the Purple Cloud Pavilion present were also dumbfounded and incredulous.
Even more people broke through the defenses. You should know that even the most powerful supernatural beings like Di Jun and Tai Yi only had one innate supreme treasure and two top-grade innate spiritual treasures combined. Yet, with this push and pull, it was as if the innate supreme treasure was no longer important.
It's truly a case of some suffering from drought while others are drowning in floods.
Seeing Styx being so "sensible," Hongjun's anger, which he had just suppressed, surged up again.
If it weren't for the pressure from Yuanshi, would Styx have dared not even accept a small reward?
Whether it's a primordial treasure or primordial purple energy, it's his. He's a saint, and within this Purple Cloud Palace, he can bestow it upon whomever he wants. Why should anyone else criticize him?
Furthermore, at this moment, Hongjun remembered the Kunpeng that he had previously ignored, and there were even those who echoed his sentiments.
Are these people acting on mere suspicion, or have they been in cahoots all along?
Whether it was out of public interest or a group trying to force him to abdicate, they themselves knew the truth, and even he, the sage, could see it clearly. They dared to criticize him today, but what they might do tomorrow was beyond his wildest imagination.
Styx has sacrificed precious time over several eons to refine his own Dao and cultivation, for the benefit of the immortal path and all living beings in the primordial world. But these few people before him, besides obstructing him behind his back, also slander and accuse him to his face. In comparison, Hongjun is even more satisfied with Styx.
"Yuanshi, you just said that Styx is a great villain who appears to be loyal, and is an evil person who flatters the ruler. Is there someone above him who is being deceived and supporting him, allowing him to stir up trouble?"
"You might as well make your point clearer." Hongjun looked at Yuanshi and calmly questioned him.
"Oh no!" Lao Tzu thought to himself.
The River Styx is too treacherous, and my second brother is too impulsive.
What should I do?
"This—" Yuanshi was at a loss for words. His questioning of Styx was undoubtedly motivated by public interest, but he could not answer the Dao Ancestor's question.
Because that would bring the fire to the saint!
Yuanshi, who always preached Taoism and revered teachers, could never directly criticize the teacher who had taken him as a disciple, and was immediately caught in a dilemma.
"Before the three lectures at Zixiao Palace, you should return to Kunlun Mountain to seclude yourself and cultivate your character. You are a descendant of Pangu, you should have great ambition, how can you do this?" Thinking of this, Hongjun made a hand seal, and immediately, Yuanshi's expression changed.