Chapter 100

Just as the deadlock continued, the scene was deathly silent. Suddenly, Feng Ye caught a glimpse of a small red corner peeking out from under Laojun's robe. On that red corner were golden patterns, with dozens of divine characters embroidered on it, enveloped in a five-colored glow.

Feng Ye's heart stirred. "May I ask, Lord, is the Flame Light Flag useful?"

Upon hearing Feng Ye's words, even Laojun, a sage who practiced non-action, blushed. Although Feng Ye spoke in a veiled manner, how could Laojun not understand his meaning?

The Flame Light Flag was his famous possession, having saved his life many times. However, if one traced its origin, the Flame Light Flag in his possession was one of the Five Directional Flags originally refined by the Nine-Headed Human Emperor. In the eyes of the primordial beings, Feng Ye was the incarnation of the Nine-Headed Clan, and Laozi naturally viewed him the same way. Even if he wasn't the original person, he could be considered an heir.

By taking the treasure flag, one could say that the Nine-Headed Clan had perished, and the connection had ended. However, the Nine-Headed Clan was the creator of the Five Directional Flags, so Laojun owed the Human Emperor lineage a favor. Adding to this, the Penglai Seal. Among the Three Treasures of the Nine Emperors, all except the Nine-Headed Clan's instrument of punishment were in his possession. Now, he was trying to take Feng Ye's disciple from the Human Emperor lineage.

The entanglement between Laojun and the Human Emperor lineage was significant. Laojun, after all, did not practice the way of demons, where one could simply kill and eliminate all causes and effects. With the death of the body, the cause and effect would be resolved.

The Immortal Way emphasized the resolution of causes and effects. Since he already owed the Human Emperor lineage, it would naturally be counted against Feng Ye. Now, a new cause and effect had been added. This was not something that could be resolved by sealing him. Only complete annihilation would do. However, Laojun was hesitant to make a killing move. Even if he eliminated Feng Ye, the cause and effect with the Human Emperor lineage would still remain. Could he really exterminate all the descendants of the Nine-Headed Clan?

The True Mother of the Nine Emperors, to be honest, had a good relationship with the Xuanmen. When the Xuanmen ruled the Heavenly Court, she did not obstruct them. Even now, with the establishment of the Xuanmen Heavenly Court, she sent three of her sons. Although it was for Feng Ye's sake and Fuxi's favor, the Xuanmen also played a role.

If he were to completely eliminate the Nine-Headed Clan, the Southern Longevity Great Emperor, the Gouchen Heavenly Emperor, and the Northern Purple Great Emperor of the Xuanmen Heavenly Court would all be dead. Fuxi would surely blame Laojun and resign, returning to the Fire Cloud Cave. This would inevitably lead to criticism from his two junior brothers, as he would be damaging the interests of the entire Xuanmen for his own cause and effect.

At this moment, a heavenly sound suddenly echoed from the sky, and flowers fell, enveloped in a rainbow glow. Laojun and Feng Ye looked up. Feng Ye couldn't help but feel relieved. The Nine-Dragon Imperial Carriage, it was Fuxi who had arrived. With his support, Feng Ye felt safe and secure.

As for Laojun, seeing Fuxi approaching, his white eyebrows furrowed, knowing that this matter was not going to be easy. Fuxi's arrival did not mean he would help Laojun persuade Feng Ye to give up the position of the Human Emperor's teacher. Given their relationship, why would he help an outsider?

Sure enough, as Laojun had thought.

Fuxi laughed heartily, "Aye, Feng Ye, why didn't you tell me you were taking a disciple? I could have come to congratulate you!"

Fuxi stood beside Feng Ye, and a Golden Child brought over a jade tray filled with golden locks, bracelets, and jade ruyis, all auspicious items.

"These are gifts from me to my nephew. Where is he? Bring him out for me to see!"

Feng Ye signaled to Nü Deng and Shaodian, "This is Emperor Fuxi of the Heavenly Emperor, a close friend of mine. Quickly bring Jiang Kui over!"

Shaodian and Nü Deng, upon hearing this, hurriedly brought Jiang Kui over to greet him. Emperor Fuxi, the ancestor of the human race, was not just an empty title. The Huaxu tribe had many branches, and the later Yan and Huang Emperors were all his descendants. The Five Emperors were his juniors, and among the Three Sovereigns, although they were all peers, the Heavenly Emperor was undoubtedly the most powerful.

"His potential is quite good, and your three-tenths of imperial aura was not wasted! The connection from a past life, renewed in this life, is a beautiful story!" Jiang Kui, not shy, grabbed Fuxi's beard and played with it in his arms.

Truly a divine being, he could open his eyes and move around right after birth, playing around. Indeed, he was the chosen one of the Human Emperor, exuding a natural aura of spirituality. Fuxi sighed inwardly.

Then, Fuxi said to Nü Deng and Shaodian, "Speaking of which, you are my descendants. I intend to entrust this child to Feng Ye for teaching. Do you have any objections? Feng Ye is my close friend, and he played a significant role in the development of the Huaxu tribe. Later, during the Earth Emperor's time, he also helped the Earth Emperor achieve enlightenment. He is a great sage of the human race and will not disgrace your son!"

Nü Deng was not foolish. Unlike her husband, who was born in the Shaodian tribe and knew little about the Huaxu tribe, Nü Deng was from the Jiao tribe, a direct descendant of the Huaxu tribe. The Jiao tribe had inherited much of the Huaxu tribe's culture, including stories about the Heavenly Emperor. Who else could be a friend and comrade of the Heavenly Emperor but the Yelung Clan?

When Nü Deng first married, hearing the name Yelung from the tribal elders, she thought it was just a coincidence. After all, it was common for later generations to use the names of their ancestors. Like Shaodian, who used the name of his predecessor.

Moreover, among the twelve dragon deities worshipped by the tribe, one was Yelung. Nü Deng naturally assumed that this Elder Yelung was a descendant of the original Yelung Clan. Being from the Huaxu tribe, Nü Deng was close to this elder and often sought his advice.

However, Nü Deng never imagined it would be Yelung himself. Now, she was more than willing to have him take her child as a disciple, especially since there was a connection from a past life. With her ancestor's intervention, she had no choice but to agree.

"Our ancestor has spoken, we have no objections! We were originally planning to have Elder Yelung teach Kui."

In this era, the status of men and women was not as unequal as it would become later. Men hunted outside, while women managed the household. Nü Deng, as the leader of all women, helped her husband manage the tribe and held a high status. Given Shaodian's characteristics, Nü Deng's opinion was representative of his as well.

"Very well, I am relieved!" At this moment, Fuxi acted as if he had just noticed Laojun.

"Oh! How could I not see a sage here? What a sin! What brings you here, Sage? Could it be to congratulate Feng Ye on taking a new disciple and returning to the mountain?"

Fuxi's arrival made Laojun realize he had no hope. However, hearing Fuxi's exaggerated words, even Feng Ye's lips twitched.

Joking, was Laojun here to congratulate? If Fuxi hadn't noticed the situation, why would he suddenly come to support Feng Ye?

However, this was also an excuse to give Laojun a way out. Although it was for Feng Ye, Fuxi didn't want to directly confront Laojun. After all, Laojun had a sage teacher and two sage junior brothers. It was better to turn a blind eye.

Laojun ignored Fuxi and began to calculate. With Fuxi's arrival, he couldn't force Feng Ye to "voluntarily" give up the competition for the disciple. Moreover, if he forcibly took Jiang Kui, he would only be taking a nominal title. He couldn't teach him much in the future. Could he teach the Human Emperor to cultivate? It was absurd. The Heavenly Dao wouldn't allow it.

So, it was just a nominal teacher, to share the Human Emperor's fortune and claim the title of imperial teacher. In the future, if Jiang Kui remembered his past life, he wouldn't treat Laojun well. This wasn't taking a disciple but making an enemy. At that time, he might even favor his past life's teacher more. Why should Laojun be the villain? Thinking this, Laojun said, "Well, well, it seems we are not fated!" He then took a lamp from his sleeve and handed it to Feng Ye.

"Xuan Ji Daoist, this is my gift for your reunion with your disciple. This resolves the cause and effect of the Flame Light Flag!" Without waiting for Feng Ye's response, he bowed to Fuxi and left on his blue ox.

Feng Ye opened his mouth to say something but was stopped by Fuxi, "Do you have a quiet place? We need to discuss this matter further."

Feng Ye nodded and, after informing Nü Deng and Shaodian, took Jiang Kui and Fuxi to his residence.

The Eight Scenic Palace Lamp? Looking at the lamp Laojun gave him, the purple and green flames inside were the Duro Rate Fire. It was also a high-grade innate spiritual treasure. Was Laojun so generous? And wasn't this the property of the Eight Scenic Palace? How did he have it?

Actually, Feng Ye was overthinking. The lamp was something Laojun found on his way down to the mortal world. Seeing the Duro Rate Fire inside, he found it suitable and kept it. It wasn't in the Eight Scenic Palace, so it wasn't the Eight Scenic Palace Lamp, only the Duro Rate Lamp.

However, a spiritual treasure was still a good gift. Since he couldn't get the Flame Light Flag back, a spiritual treasure was acceptable. Feng Ye thought to himself.

Fuxi played with Jiang Kui and, seeing Feng Ye silent, asked, "What do you think about Laojun taking the Human Emperor as a disciple?"

"I don't understand. Your Majesty and the Empress have made it clear that the Three Sovereigns' matters should not be interfered with lightly. If it weren't for my deep connection with Jiang Kui, I wouldn't have gotten involved. What did the sage see that made him willing to offend two people to take the Human Emperor as a disciple?"

"If I'm not mistaken, it's probably for the title of 'First'." Fuxi poked the bubbles on Jiang Kui's mouth, making him giggle.

"First?" Feng Ye fell into deep thought.

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Bookworm's Tea Room:

Today, I have a question for everyone.

I saw online about the so-called Green Light Two-Instrument Lamp, which is said to be the property of the Eastern Emperor, obtained by the Monkey King Venting Great Sage. Where does this story come from?

Is it from "Journey to the West" or somewhere else? Please provide the specific source in the comments below. Thank you.