Primordial Era: At the beginning, the Desolate Heavenly Emperor invited me to drink beast milk, and

In that earth-shattering battle of the gods, this treasure not only failed to help him break through his cultivation level, but instead became the fuse that led to his demise.

During this thought-provoking conversation, Qin Yuan's thoughts gradually drifted in another direction.

As he gazed at the Sea-Stabilizing Pearl in Zhao Gongming's hand, a peculiar thought popped into his mind: If Zhao Gongming could break through to the Great Luo Golden Immortal realm ahead of time, would the outcome of the inevitable Investiture of the Gods war be different?

Just as everyone was still immersed in the shock brought by the Sea-Stabilizing Pearl, Qin Yuan suddenly spoke up and said, "Uncle-Master, I dare to say that what you are lacking now is a treasure called the Qiankun Ruler."

This sudden remark surprised the senior brothers and sisters present. However, the Jie Sect has always valued spontaneity and is not overly concerned with etiquette.

Moreover, although Qin Yuan is a junior, he must have extraordinary abilities to be accepted into the Tongtian Sect Master's fold.

Upon hearing this, Zhao Gongming initially didn't pay much attention, and casually asked, "Junior nephew, what is this Qiankun Ruler you mentioned?"

In his view, how many mysteries of heaven and earth could Qin Yuan, with his level of cultivation, possibly know?

They're probably just talking like children.

Qin Yuan replied earnestly, "Uncle-Master, it's strange."

"This disciple does not know what the Qiankun Ruler is, or what its connection is with the Dinghai Pearl."

"Just now, when my master mentioned the Sea-Stabilizing Pearl, I suddenly felt something in the sword mark between my eyebrows, and a lot of fragmented information came to mind."

Upon hearing this, Zhao Gongming immediately became restless.

He suddenly stood up, his gaze fixed intently on Qin Yuan's brow.

That is the very spot where the mark left by the Qingping Sword was on that day.

As a disciple of the Tongtian Sect Leader, Zhao Gongming was well aware of the extraordinary nature of the Qingping Sword.

That was his master's life-bound sword, containing unparalleled mysteries.

At this moment, the sword mark between Qin Yuan's eyebrows seemed to be sensing something. Could it be that his master wanted to convey some important information to him through Qin Yuan's words?

Once this idea appeared, it took root in Zhao Gongming's mind.

The Sea-Stabilizing Pearl was bestowed by the Tongtian Sect Leader, and it must contain the profound meaning of the Master.

The unusual movements of the Qingping Sword now further confirm this.

In the primordial world, a sage could change the world with a mere gesture; this was no ordinary thing.

The more Zhao Gongming pondered Qin Yuan's words, the more suspicious the matter seemed to him.

On the vast and desolate land, even the most powerful beings dared not easily fathom the intentions of a sage.

But the current situation seems to have an inexplicable connection with the sage's plan.

But in reality, he was overthinking it all.

Qin Yuan, as a variable in the Heavenly Dao, is not in accordance with common sense.

The information about the future that he knew did not come from the guidance of the Tongtian Sect Leader.

What's even more interesting is that even the Heavenly Sage knew nothing about this.

However, this does fit the character of the Tongtian Sect Leader.

Unlike other saints, he was always open-minded and magnanimous. Even if he knew these things, he would probably just laugh it off.

The Master of Heaven always showed the greatest tolerance and trust towards his disciples.

If it can help my disciples, I don't mind taking the blame.

Of course, all of this is predicated on Qin Yuan being able to help Zhao Gongming find a breakthrough opportunity.

Zhao Gongming stood in the hall, muttering to himself, "The Qiankun Ruler... the Qiankun Ruler..."

These two words seemed to possess some kind of magic, making him feel enlightened.

Those insights that were once vague have now become clear.

He vaguely felt that his opportunity to break through to the Great Luo realm might be related to this treasure.

But soon, a real question arose in his mind—where exactly is this Qiankun Ruler?

How can I find it?

Thinking of this, Zhao Gongming smiled warmly and turned to Qin Yuan, asking, "Nephew, do you know where to find this Qiankun Ruler?"

His words carried a hint of anticipation, after all, this concerned his chance for a breakthrough, and he couldn't afford to be careless.

Qin Yuan slowly shook his head. "Uncle-Master, please forgive me. I only have a vague understanding of this matter. Those scattered pieces of information vanished in an instant, and I can't explain them clearly now."

He thought to himself, "I can't just say the name of the Taoist Ran Deng directly, can I?"

After all, there should be a limit to one's "precognition." If one knows too much detail, it will seem suspicious.

After Qin Yuan finished speaking, he looked somewhat embarrassed. After all, as a disciple, it was not appropriate to say such ambiguous things.

Zhao Gongming's expectant smile froze on his face, and the feeling of disappointment left him at a loss for what to do.

In the midst of this awkward atmosphere, Yunshang, who had been silent all along, suddenly spoke up: "Brother, I do know something about the Qiankun Ruler."

Upon hearing this, Zhao Gongming's face lit up with a smile, as if he had grasped at the last straw. He quickly said, "Good sister, tell your brother, where exactly is this Qiankun Ruler?"

Yunshang slowly said, "I heard Senior Brother Xuandu mention before that the Vice Leader of the Chan Sect, Daoist Randeng, has a magic weapon called the Qiankun Ruler. I wonder if it is the one you need, brother."

Upon hearing this, Zhao Gongming felt as if he had been doused with a bucket of cold water, and he immediately deflated.

The feud between the Chan Sect and the Jie Sect has a long history. Otherwise, the Tongtian Sect Leader would not have led so many disciples away from Kunlun Mountain to establish a separate Daoist temple on Jin'ao Island.

If someone else had this treasure, Zhao Gongming could try to exchange it, or even resort to violence if necessary. But it was none other than Daoist Ran Deng.

This Ran Deng is no ordinary person; he is the vice leader of the Chan Sect. To take action against him would be tantamount to breaking the bond between the Three Pure Ones.

It should be noted that during the Investiture of the Gods, Randeng secretly instructed his subordinates to kill Zhao Gongming, and then pretended to offer up the Dinghai Pearl, which barely resolved the feud.

Of the two perpetrators, one was killed by Zhao Gongming, and the other was sent to the sacrificial altar by Randeng.

When the Investiture of the Gods came to an end, Randeng used the same trick again, ostensibly to become a monk, but instead cut off the money city and took all the treasures.

Otherwise, even with Ran Deng's courage, he wouldn't dare to covet Zhao Gongming's things.

Zhao Gongming sat there quietly, then suddenly said as if he had just realized something, "So be it, so be it."

"Perhaps this is fate. It must be that Master, through Qin Yuan's words, is admonishing you, brother, not to be so fixated on this matter, but to seek a breakthrough as soon as possible."

As soon as he finished speaking, a special aura suddenly emanated from Zhao Gongming's body; it was the Daoist charm belonging to the Great Luo realm.

It turned out that the moment he let go of this knot in his heart, his cultivation level actually loosened, and he was only one step away from the Great Luo Realm.

At this moment, the sky above Jin'ao Island was filled with swirling clouds, and the spiritual energy between heaven and earth began to converge in the direction of Zhao Gongming.