ATPnovel Chapter 13 Acquired Merit Treasure
Chapter 13 Acquired Merit Treasure
Pan Xuan's divine wisdom light needs time to recover, and the Twelve Ancestral Witches are not in a hurry.
As Houtu's primordial spirit is newly born, it needs to solidify its foundation and carefully comprehend this unprecedented change.
Inside the Pangu Palace, the ancestral witches sat around, watching Houtu close her eyes and concentrate, feeling the newly born spiritual light slowly growing in her Niwan Palace. They were all filled with emotion.
"How many years have passed..." Dijiang said softly, a rare hint of reminiscence appearing on his resolute face.
"Since our birth, we have known that the Wu tribe has no primordial spirit."
This is the destiny left to us by the Father God, and an insurmountable barrier for us.
Unexpectedly, one day, my witch clan will also be able to give birth to a primordial spirit.
In Zhu Jiuyin's cloudy old eyes, the power of time surged slightly, and his voice was hoarse and distant:
"Houtu's primordial spirit, though weak, is incomparably pure."
Given time, they will surely grow to an unimaginable level.
"At that time, Houtu will have traveled a much longer path than we have."
Zhu Rong grinned and said, "It's a good thing that Houtu has gone even further!"
The stronger my Wu clan becomes, the happier I am! Once my sister Houtu breaks through to that realm, let's see who dares to look down on my Wu clan!
Gonggong, unusually, did not argue with Zhurong, but simply nodded silently, his eyes filled with satisfaction.
Houtu slowly opened her eyes. In her deep brown eyes, there was now a glimmer of light, the light of her primordial spirit, something the Wu clan had never possessed before.
She looked at her brothers and said softly, "Brothers, Houtu owes her current status entirely to the divine wisdom of Brother Panxuan. Houtu will forever remember this kindness."
Just as Pan Xuan was about to say something, Di Jiang suddenly stood up, his expression becoming serious.
"Brother Panxuan, Sister Houtu, please wait a moment." Dijiang said, turning and walking towards the depths of the Pangu Palace.
Seeing this, the other ancestral witches seemed to remember something, and their expressions also became solemn. Zhu Rong scratched his head and muttered:
"Brother Dijiang, are you going to retrieve that thing?"
Gonggong nodded: "Since Houtu has given birth to a primordial spirit, it's indeed time to bring that thing out."
Xuanming said coldly, "After waiting for countless eons, this day has finally come."
Pan Xuan was puzzled, wondering what the Ancestral Witches were talking about, but he didn't dare to ask.
He simply watched as Dijiang walked into the dark passage deep within the Pangu Palace and disappeared from sight.
Houtu seemed to sense his confusion and said softly, "Brother Panxuan, you are unaware of something."
When we twelve Ancestral Witches were conceived in the Pangu Palace, besides our individual essence, blood, and physical bodies, a treasure was also born with us.
"A treasure?" Pan Xuan was slightly taken aback.
Houtu nodded, a hint of reminiscence flashing in her eyes: "That treasure has been enshrined deep within the Pangu Palace since the day it was created."
We all know it is extraordinary, but because the Wu clan lacks a primordial spirit, we have never been able to refine and use it.
Since these ages, it has slumbered there, waiting for the destined one.
Pan Xuan's heart stirred, and he vaguely guessed what it was.
A moment later, Dijiang emerged from the passage. He was holding something in his hands.
It was a ruler.
The ruler is about three feet six and a half inches long. Its entire body is a chaotic color. It is neither gold nor jade, neither wood nor stone, but it exudes an indescribable mysterious aura.
On its body, a faint aura of primordial yellow energy circulated.
There was a golden light of merit shining brightly, and an atmosphere of orderly measurement permeated the air.
It was as if everything in the world—length, height, good, evil, right, and wrong—could be measured by this one foot.
The moment that ruler appeared, the entire Pangu Palace was enveloped by this aura.
Pan Xuan felt a slight vibration in the righteous energy and merit energy within his body, as if it resonated with the ruler in some way.
"This is..." Pan Xuan's eyes widened.
Dijiang held the ruler in both hands, his voice solemn as a mountain: "This object is called the Primordial Measuring Ruler, a treasure of acquired merit."
Born from the Pangu Palace along with us, we are not entirely clear about its origins and history.
All that is known is that this object contains the power of merit and the principles of measurement, its mysteries are profound, and its power is immeasurable.
Pan Xuan was shaken.
He had heard of the name "Hongmeng Measuring Ruler" in his memories from his previous life.
Legend has it that the Three Pure Ones possess the Heaven and Earth Profound Yellow Exquisite Pagoda, a treasure of acquired merit, which is unparalleled in its mystery and impervious to all laws.
The Primordial Measuring Ruler is a treasure of acquired merit, on par with the Heaven and Earth Xuanhuang Pagoda. Unexpectedly, this item is in the hands of the Wu Clan.
Dijiang, holding the Primordial Measuring Ruler, walked up to Houtu and solemnly handed the ruler to her:
"Sister Houtu, this object has been enshrined in the Pangu Palace since its birth."
None of us twelve Ancestral Witches possess a primordial spirit, so we are unable to refine this treasure and can only watch helplessly as it slumbers for countless eons.
Now that you have developed a primordial spirit, becoming the first person in my witch clan to possess one, this item is hereby entrusted to you for use.
Houtu looked at the Primordial Measuring Ruler, a complex light flashing in her eyes.
She didn't take it immediately, but remained silent for a moment before softly saying:
"Brother Dijiang, this item is indeed extremely profound. If we can refine and use it, it will greatly enhance the strength of our Wu clan. However..."
She paused, looking at Pan Xuan with eyes full of tenderness and determination:
"But my primordial spirit is still in its infancy, my foundation is not yet stable, and my magical power has not yet broken through. How can I refine such a treasure?"
Forcibly refining it would be a waste of its precious resources and would only diminish its power.
Dijiang frowned slightly, about to speak, but Houtu continued, "Moreover, I was able to give birth to my primordial spirit entirely thanks to Brother Panxuan's divine enlightenment."
This kindness and affection are heavier than Mount Tai. And this "Primordial Measuring Ruler"
She reached out and gently brushed her hand across the ruler. The mysterious yellow energy on the ruler swirled slightly, and the golden light of merit shone a little brighter, as if it had sensed something.
A flash of understanding crossed Houtu's eyes: "I can feel that this Primordial Measuring Ruler is extremely compatible with the merit and primordial energy within Brother Panxuan's body."
This item can only unleash its full power when it's in his hands. Giving it to me would be a waste of its potential.
Pan Xuan was taken aback, and quickly said, "Sister Houtu, this is a treasure bestowed upon you by the Father God, how could Pan Xuan dare to..."
Houtu shook her head, interrupting him: "Brother Panxuan, don't refuse."
"I, Houtu, keep my word. This item is destined for you, so it should be yours."
She looked at Dijiang, then at the other ancestral witches: "What do you brothers think?"
Zhu Rong was the first to speak, saying in a carefree manner, "Sister Hou Tu is right!"
Her primordial spirit has just been born, so she really doesn't need this treasure. Brother Pan Xuan is our brother, so it's the same if we let him use it!"
Gonggong nodded and said, "Brother Panxuan's Xuanhuang Dharma Form of Merit needs the power of merit and the energy of Xuanhuang."
This Primordial Measuring Ruler is a treasure born of acquired merit, perfectly complementing his supernatural powers, making it most suitable for him to use.
Xuanming coldly said, "It doesn't matter who gets the item; what matters is that it can enhance the strength of my Wu clan."
With this treasure in hand, Pan Xuan's strength will surely increase greatly, which is a good thing.
Ju Mang, Ru Shou, Qiang Liang, Xi Zi, She Bi Shi, Tian Wu, and others nodded in agreement.
After pondering for a moment, Zhu Jiuyin slowly said, "I can see that there is indeed a causal connection between this treasure and Pan Xuan."
It slumbered for countless eons in the hands of my Wu clan, perhaps waiting for Pan Xuan's arrival. Giving it to him was the right thing to do.
Dijiang remained silent for a long time, his gaze sweeping back and forth between Panxuan and Houtu.
Finally, a smile appeared on his resolute face, and he nodded: "Okay."
Since Sister Houtu has this wish, and all the brothers have no objections, then this Primordial Measuring Ruler shall be given to Brother Panxuan for use.”
He turned to look at Pan Xuan, held the ruler in both hands, and solemnly handed it over:
"Brother Pan Xuan, this treasure has been dormant in the hands of my Wu clan for countless eons, and no one has ever been able to refine it."
Now that you have arrived, you possess a primordial spirit and a body imbued with profound merit, this thing and you are a match made in heaven.
"May you wield this treasure to protect my witch clan and bring glory to our clan."
Pan Xuan looked at the Primordial Measuring Ruler, his heart churning with indescribable emotions.
He knew the significance of this treasure.
The acquired merit treasure, an existence on par with the Heaven and Earth Profound Yellow Pagoda, is enough to drive any powerful being in the primordial world mad.
However, the Ancestral Witches and Houtu handed it over to him without hesitation.
This trust, this friendship, is of paramount importance.
He took a deep breath, stretched out his hands, and solemnly accepted the Primordial Measuring Ruler.
The moment he held the ruler, a warm current flowed from its body into his body.
It resonated with the righteous energy, merit, and primordial energy within him, like a long-lost friend.
The mysterious yellow energy on the ruler's body flowed slightly, and the golden light of merit shone brightly, illuminating the entire Pangu Palace.
Pan Xuan felt this resonance and understood.
Houtu was right; this item was indeed destined for him.
He raised his head, his gaze sweeping over the twelve Ancestral Witches, finally settling on Houtu, and bowed deeply:
"Thank you, Brother Dijiang, thank you, Sister Houtu, thank you, all my brothers and sisters."
Pan Xuan will not fail in his mission and will use this treasure to protect my Wu clan, standing shoulder to shoulder with all my brothers and sisters.
Houtu smiled slightly, reached out her hand to help, and said softly, "No need to be so polite."
Her voice was gentle as water, yet carried an undeniable firmness: "We are family."