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So he asked, "I wonder if those young brothers who have entered deep meditation have gained anything? If they have any questions, they might as well come into Zixiao Palace and discuss them with me in detail."

Those outside Zixiao Palace were filled with resentment when they heard that Hongjun Daoist had actually extended an olive branch so readily.

Why can't I be that lucky person?!

In fact, they still haven't figured out one fact.

That is, if one's talent is insufficient, one cannot gain anything more from the experience shared by Hongjun Daoist just now.

Only those with exceptional talent have even the slightest chance of seizing this possibility.

This was something that Hongjun Daoren did intentionally.

After asking Li Duotian this question, Hongjun Daoist glanced at Li Xiu, seeking his opinion. Li Xiu nodded, for it would be a great pity to miss this opportunity now that they had come all this way.

Whether it's a trap or a stroke of luck, I need to go in and find out the truth.

Chapter 1425 Entering the Purple Cloud Palace

Li Xiu and his companion were the first to speak, replying, "Of course we are willing. Please, Daoist Hongjun, lead us into the Zixiao Palace."

After Li Xiu agreed, Nuwa's voice rang out, "I'm willing."

However, as a young girl, her voice couldn't possibly be so lively or loud. She just replied in a normal way, but anyone could tell that she was forcibly suppressing the joy in her heart.

After all, the girl was still simple-minded. She thought that since she had already learned so much from what she had said, the human race naturally accepted Hongjun Daoist's invitation very readily.

However, the masked man in black hesitated, unsure whether he should enter the Zixiao Palace, a treasure trove for the human race.

The Hongjun Daoist also read the black-clad man's thoughts and transmitted his voice to him, saying, "Don't worry, whether you are human or demon, we will not reject you. There are no limits to communication and progress. If you have any questions, just come in."

With Hongjun Daoist's assurance, the man in black felt relieved and said, "Alright, I'd like to go in and take a look too."

After receiving the nods of agreement from the four of them, Hongjun Daoren displayed his power in front of everyone for the first time.

A beam of purple light emanated from within the Zixiao Palace. After flying out of the palace, the light, as if guided automatically, precisely landed above the heads of the four people who wanted to enter the Zixiao Palace.

The next moment, a warm purple light also bathed Li Xiu, Li Duotian, and the others.

After they were completely enveloped in purple light, their figures gradually faded and then disappeared right before everyone's eyes without even a trace of movement.

Seeing that Hongjun Daoist's first move was such a trump card, the others' respect for Hongjun Daoist's strength reached a new level, and their determination to continue to cultivate diligently became even stronger.

This move by Hongjun Daoist is truly remarkable. Don't underestimate this move; although it doesn't seem to have any powerful energy fluctuations, it actually takes a lot of his time and effort.

It's definitely not the kind of move that can be used casually.

Today, he deliberately wanted to go further and show off in front of these people outside Zixiao Palace.

The purpose is to plant a seed of hope in their hearts and encourage them to strive towards it.

This will encourage them to do as few unnecessary things as possible.

After leading the four little ones into Zixiao Palace, Hongjun Daoist addressed the large group of people outside, saying, "Thank you all for your kind invitation. This experience sharing session is now over. You may all leave now."

"I hope that what you have learned today will be helpful to you on your future cultivation path."

Hongjun Daoist had already done what he needed to say and do, so there was no need for those people to stay any longer. After seeing that Li Xiu had been summoned into Zixiao Palace by Hongjun Daoist, Chu Mi also gave up on that idea.

If Li Xiu had always been a lone wolf, that would be fine; even if he died, no one would care.

Now that they've been specially recruited by Hongjun Daoren, it's clear that all four of them will become the focus of everyone's attention in the future.

And Chu Mi would certainly not be so foolish as to do something that would incur public wrath under everyone's noses.

However, Chu Mi's resentment towards Li Xiu did not lessen much.

Chapter 1426 The Masked Man

He even thought that if it weren't for Li Xiu, this suddenly emerging rising star, he and the Secret Method Sect wouldn't have fallen to the level of second-rate.

It can only be said that Chu Mi's mind is too narrow. But now it's no use for him to stay here. After saying goodbye to A Man, he led the people of the Secret Method Sect away from here.

He needs to go back and sort things out. After listening to Master Hongjun's sermon, he needs to see if his subordinates have gained anything significant and whether they need further training.

Everyone who left went off to attend to their own business.

At this point, the focus is still on the four people in the Zixiao Palace.

Li Xiu naturally recognized Nuwa. After seeing Nuwa enter the Zixiao Palace, Li Xiu happily greeted her.

At the same time, she couldn't resist teasing him, saying, "Aren't you surprised to see me?"

Nuwa understood the underlying meaning in Li Xiu's words, but she wasn't embarrassed at all.

Having already become familiar with Li Xiu, he remarked, "I didn't expect you to be so capable, managing to escape from an opponent so many levels above you. It seems your escape skills are quite impressive."

Li Xiu shamelessly replied, "Of course, brother. There are many more amazing things about you, you just haven't discovered them yet."

Nuwa glared at Li Xiu and said, "What a shameless fellow. You get all high and mighty just because I praised you a little."

Li Xiu, however, still cooperated by wiggling his buttocks.

Seeing Li Xiu's expression, Li Duotian asked, "Is this your future sister-in-law?"

Li Xiu hadn't expected Li Duotian to be so mature, and he punched him hard on the head, saying, "What nonsense are you spouting? This is my friend who's been through thick and thin with me. Don't label people randomly."

Li Xiu was also afraid. What if Nuwa really misunderstood him, and since he was so charming, something actually happened between him and Nuwa? Then she would be in trouble when she returned.

Although Li Xiu is now cultivating in his final world under a mysterious identity in the primordial world.

However, his thinking is still that of a modern person, if he recalls his experience of dating the Creator for a period of time.

I guess in the future, when Li Xiu sees some old things or clay figurines or earthenware pots, he will think of this kind of nonsensical feeling.

Without much small talk, the group quickly became acquainted, though they remained quite wary of the men in black.

After all, Hongjun Daoren was not some treacherous villain, but a great sage and virtuous person, so everyone respected him.

Now, a masked figure has appeared, making the three men wonder what this guy really is.

However, after getting closer, Li Duotian transmitted his voice to Li Xiu, saying, "Big brother, I feel like I've seen this guy somewhere before, his aura seems familiar."

Upon hearing Li Duotian say this, Li Xiu had only a vague recollection. He couldn't recall the person he had glimpsed when he came out of the cave where he obtained the Hongjun Sword.

Li Xiu still had some impression of that guy's physique and build.

Upon discovering this deliberate guidance, he subconsciously compared the two and found that they were surprisingly similar.

Chapter 1427 The Identity of the Man in Black

Sensing this, Li Xiu became focused, as if trying to see through the black-clad man's mask to discover his true identity.

At this moment, Hongjun Daoren also spoke up, it's unclear whether he was trying to defuse the awkward situation.

He also said, "Welcome, young brothers, to Zixiao Palace. I guarantee you will all leave satisfied."

Li Xiu then took the initiative and said to Hongjun Daoist, "Hongjun Daoist, what does this masked fellow say? Shouldn't we ask him to be honest with himself as well?"

Now that they've figured out the rightful identity of the person who stole the treasure that should have belonged to Li Duotian, Li Xiu naturally wouldn't let it slip by.

Upon hearing this, Hongjun Daoist did not express his opinion, but simply turned his gaze to the man in black.

The man in black was naturally not intimidated. Since the other party had already taken the initiative to provoke him, he naturally had to respond.

He also took off the hat that was on his head, revealing his face underneath.

This guy is none other than Donghuang Taiyi!

When Li Xiu saw Donghuang Taiyi's handsome face, he curled his lip in disdain.

After all, Donghuang Taiyi always believed that in this primordial world at the beginning of chaos, although his strength might not be the best, his appearance should be far ahead.

However, now that he saw someone who could actually match him in appearance, he felt inexplicably annoyed.

Donghuang Taiyi wasn't always like this. Perhaps it was because he obtained the precious Hunyuan Bell in his cave and also gained something from Hongjun Daoist's lecture that he was in a good mood.

Upon seeing this familiar opponent, Li Duotian smiled slightly and said, "I didn't expect to meet you again so soon."

Upon seeing Li Duotian, Donghuang Taiyi naturally felt no ill will and nodded to him.

When Nuwa saw this face, which was full of evil energy and somewhat pale, she became infatuated again and stared at Donghuang Taiyi without blinking.

This put Donghuang Taiyi in a very awkward position.

Hongjun Daoist, standing at the very top, took in the reactions of the young people below. He couldn't help but sigh, "It's good to be young; everyone is so enthusiastic about everything."

So he didn't continue speaking, giving the young people some time to vent their emotions.

Seeing that Hongjun Daoist above showed no intention of speaking, Li Xiu continued, "Hey, is it you who stole my brother's treasure in the cave?"

Hearing Li Xiu's aggressive questioning, Donghuang Taiyi retorted, "What do you mean by 'your brother's treasure'?"

"I've already given him the opportunity to compete with me, but what can I do when I have more people?"

Donghuang Taiyi also doesn't play by the rules. He knows that if he follows the normal logic, he will definitely be in the wrong.

So he simply took advantage of having more people and put on an expression that said, "I know you don't like me, but what can you do about it?" It was incredibly obnoxious.

Li Xiu was also itching with anger upon hearing Zhang Donghuang Taiyi's illogical answer.

In that case, he would be unable to continue questioning Donghuang Taiyi and thus provoke him to take action.

However, if one were to take the initiative to attack, it would be considered rather rude on someone else's turf.

Chapter 1428 A Touch of Respect

Therefore, this round of clashes has to come to an end.