Chapter 34

Chapter 34: Xi Wangmu Joins the Game, Investing in the Three Pure Ones Xi Wangmu was taken aback—an Ancestor of the Wu had come to visit.

But out of courtesy, she still invited them in.

Looking at the familiar aura and the cold and alluring appearance, it was indeed Wu Ancestor Xuan Ming.

However, at this moment, the other party was holding a little shaman’s hand. The Xi Wangmu’s gaze grew somewhat strange, but she still greeted them.

“Fellow Daoist!”

“Fellow Daoist!”

Wu Ancestor Xuan Ming smiled warmly and returned the greeting, but in reality, she held onto Chu Xuan’s hand a bit tightly, as she felt somewhat nervous.

She had personally witnessed that Chu Xuan, this mischievous fellow, used his powers to resist Xi Wangmu’s Kunlun Mirror.

She had originally thought that after framing someone else, they would just leave, but unexpectedly, Chu Xuan had brought her along to visit.

Wu Ancestor Xuan Ming felt a strange sense of excitement.

She finally understood why her little sister seemed changed after coming back this time, constantly following Chu Xuan, a person full of boldness, schemes, and intrigues. Even she was beginning to feel a bit different.

Looking at Wu Ancestor Xuan Ming’s cold temperament but outwardly courteous manner, Xi Wangmu was a bit curious.

It was said that the Wu people weren’t known for their manners, acting so casually. Yet, Wu Ancestor Xuan Ming seemed to be very well-mannered!

Moreover, both of them were among the rare female great powers in the world. Xi Wangmu immediately developed a good impression of her.

Their conversation carried a bit of warmth.

“Fellow Daoist, what brings you to my Yaochi? I don’t know what brought such honor. If you need anything, I will not be stingy!”

Hearing Xi Wangmu’s words, Xuan Ming felt more excited, though she wasn’t sure what exactly had brought her here.

She immediately looked toward Chu Xuan.

Xi Wangmu noticed this and her gaze shifted. Initially, she had thought that Wu Ancestor Xuan Ming’s visit was personal, but now it seemed…

Well, seeing the closeness between this little shaman and Wu Ancestor Xuan Ming, it didn’t seem too bad.

Xi Wangmu couldn’t help but mutter to herself. The gap between a little shaman and a great power was indeed quite large.

She was a bit unsure of how to phrase her words.

Before she could speak, Chu Xuan smiled.

“Don’t be offended, Your Majesty! My name is Chu Xuan. I am here as an envoy for the Wu race. Since the race has its own procedures, I am here to discuss matters with Your Majesty! Please forgive the Wu race for any negligence!”

Chu Xuan was calm, natural and showed no sign of hesitation in front of a great power. The fact that he was representing the Wu race made the Xi Wangmu not dare to treat him lightly.

Though she didn’t understand why the Wu race had sent such a little shaman as an envoy, since none of the Wu Ancestors objected, she naturally had no objections either.

She immediately smiled and said, “Ah, so it’s Fellow Daoist Chu Xuan! As the Wu race’s envoy, how could there be any negligence! Please speak clearly, and if it is within my power, I will certainly assist you to the best of my ability!”

Hearing Xi Wangmu’s words, Chu Xuan nodded and replied frankly, “Since you have said this, I can rest assured! To be honest, my initial purpose in coming here was not for Your Majesty, but for the Three Pure Ones! But now, it can also be for Your Majesty!”

Xi Wangmu thought for a moment, but there was something odd about it.

Meeting her gaze, Chu Xuan smiled confidently and said, “Your Majesty resides in Kunlun, so you must be aware of the current situation! The deities are fighting over the cushions, and the situation has escalated to a boiling point! Many Da Luo Golden Immortals have fallen, and many great masters have been wounded, with even Quasi-Saints secretly watching! Just not long ago, even Dong Wanggong’s Daoist temple was attacked! Indeed, we secretly witnessed that scene earlier, which led to us coming to meet with Your Majesty!”

Hearing Chu Xuan’s calm words, Xi Wangmu hadn’t yet suspected anything, but Xuan Ming, who was standing beside Chu Xuan, had grown a bit tense.

Xuan Ming’s eyes sparkled, her face flushed, and she tightened her grip on Chu Xuan’s arm with a smile.

Xi Wangmu noticed this and furrowed her brows. She felt something was off—not with Chu Xuan, but with Wu Ancestor Xuan Ming.

There was a feeling that everything revolved around Chu Xuan.

And that excitement, her arms tightening more and more—this was really strange.

However, despite her suspicions, the Xi Wangmu didn’t show it and subtly asked,

“Oh?”

Hearing Xi Wangmu’s response, Chu Xuan nodded with satisfaction. It was no surprise that someone with a primordial spirit like her could read the room so well. He realized that in the Wu race, they had no one who could match that skill.

He thought for a moment, then continued speaking.

“Precisely because we saw that scene earlier that we came to meet Your Majesty! To be honest, the Wu race came here initially to establish contact with the Three Pure Ones and offer them protection to invest in them! The situation has become like a house of cards, worsening by the day. It’s no longer a simple struggle for benefits, but one driven by hatred and pride! This is the manifestation of a killing tribulation! Kunlun will not remain peaceful for long, and the Three Pure Ones will not stay safe for long! Although there is an unspoken agreement, the deities dare not engage in a large-scale killing, once the situation comes to a head, whether or not they restrain themselves will be beyond their control. Our Wu race has no primordial spirit and no need for a cushion. We are willing to offer our protection to the Three Pure Ones out of goodwill! To avoid the Three Pure Ones doubting the sincerity of our Wu race, and to make sure they are clear on the current situation, we have heard that Your Majesty has long stayed outside the fray and has not participated in the battle for the cushion. We would like to ask you to inform the Three Pure Ones and the Dong Wanggong about the attack on his temple, and about our Wu race! Please mediate on our behalf! Once the matter is settled, we will certainly express our gratitude!”

Listening to Chu Xuan, Xi Wangmu was startled.

But she also felt that it made perfect sense.

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Although Xi Wangmu was inclined to agree, she did not forget what was said earlier.

“It could also be for Xi Wangmu!”

She asked the question that had been on her mind.

To this, Chu Xuan smiled and said, “Our Wu race does not know the will of Heaven! Naturally, we must make allies with many great masters. Now that an opportunity has presented itself, it is only right to form a bond with Xi Wangmu! The cause and effect of today are the cause and effect of the present! And in the face of tribulations, Xi Wangmu may indeed need a suitable ally! Do not rush to reject! Xi Wangmu, you wish to transcend the world, but when the tribulation is like fire, can anyone really believe in such a thing? If one person doubts, even a slight connection can bring about all kinds of karma!”

Xi Wangmu had originally intended to refuse, but upon hearing Chu Xuan’s words, she immediately understood.

Xi Wangmu sighed and looked at Chu Xuan with a graceful, thoughtful gaze.

“I truly don’t know how to refuse you, fellow Daoist.”

Chu Xuan smiled.

Another great being had been drawn into the tribulation.

It was impossible to remain uninvolved.

If Xi Wangmu refused, it would be simple.

He could just have a few Ancestral Witches secretly make a move on her a couple of times, and she would be drawn into the matter.

It was a side task anyway.

In truth, the main goal was to contact the Three Pure Ones.

Though it had been a spur-of-the-moment decision, it was time to prioritize this matter.

While the Wu race had provided protection for Nuwa, it couldn’t afford to focus all its resources there.

Spreading the investments out was the best course of action.

Of course, with the pride of the Three Pure Ones, any investment would not be as significant as the one for Nuwa.

But it would still be enough.

It would also save manpower. If they truly wanted to protect the Three Pure Ones, the Wu race could not do so at the moment unless they exposed all their strength, even deploying the Twelve Divine Heavenly Demon Formation.

Better to get involved now and see where it leads.

“Mm, let the few Wu Ancestors who have acted before fight among themselves, and then step back. We’ll say it’s all the Wu race’s work— both officials and bandits. How will the Three Pure Ones handle that?” Chu Xuan thought wickedly.

Of course, the main reason he chose to invest in the Three Pure Ones first was that:

“The Three Pure Ones are destined to become Saints!”

This wasn’t just a plot by Hongjun; it was likely related to the Heavenly Dao.

Chu Xuan had suspected this for some time, which is why he had always instructed not to target the Three Pure Ones first.

His earlier actions had been aimed at escalating the situation, and he had made moves only to that end.

Once this side was handled, it would be time to target Jie Yin and Zhun Ti. Only then could they take action.

Moreover, dealing with them would have the greatest impact on Hongjun.

After all, this was the cause and effect of becoming a Saint!

And as everyone knew, cause and effect must be repaid.

Chu Xuan’s gaze grew deep.