In The Primal Chaos, My identity Was Exposed By The Heavens

Chapter 28: The Enlightened Divine Tree, Houtu Takes Disciples!

When the Heavenly Lord and Houtu entered the boundaries of Buzhou Mountain, Ye Xiu sensed something. Reaching the state of Primordial Unity, transcending all, surpassing eternity and singularity, and gaining insight into the entire universe.

All things are interconnected, and I am interconnected with all things.

Didn’t just limit it to Buzhou Mountain. Even in the depths of the ancient cosmic expanse, Ye Xiu could perceive all things in the primordial world with a mere thought.

This is the essence of the Primordial Unity!

In no time, the Heavenly Lord reached the summit of Buzhou Mountain. However, as he reached the mountaintop, he was captivated by an ancient tree that stood before him.

“Hmm? Since when was such a divine tree planted on this mountain…”

Heavenly Lord examined the tree carefully and was confused. Especially as he approached, a mysterious aura immediately enveloped him, filling the area with a rich sense of the Tao.

This place made one feel serene. Heavenly Lord had been feeling down after his discord with Laozi and Yuanshi, but upon arriving here, all the chaotic thoughts and burdens in his mind were instantly swept away. The divine tree stood majestically, bridging the heavens and the earth, towering amidst the ancient starry expanse, resembling a serpent dragon standing between the realms of heaven and earth, magnificent and grand.

The tree was laden with luxuriant branches, glistening with a radiant, crystalline appearance. Each leaf was unique, exuding a luminous glow of Taoism. Each leaf seemed like a tiny world, containing mountains, rivers, suns, moons, and stars.

“One leaf, one world, three thousand worlds gracefully swaying, emanating a dreamlike radiance, truly extraordinary.”

“Residing beneath this divine tree can bring inner peace and enlightenment when meditating beneath it, greatly benefiting one.”

“The profound nature of this object surpasses ordinary innate spiritual roots. It is filled with the essence of chaos and resonates with the Tao. It doesn’t seem to be a product of the primordial world.”

Heavenly Lord was completely awed by the divine tree’s mystique and momentarily lost in thought. After a while, he regained his senses and approached the tree. He respectfully bowed to Ye Xiu, who was deep in meditation with his eyes closed.

“Disciple Heavenly Lord pays respects to Master.”

Ye Xiu didn’t open his eyes or respond. He appeared to be either meditating deeply or in a deep slumber. Eventually, the Heavenly Lord intended to introduce Houtu to Ye Xiu, but Ye Xiu unexpectedly spoke.

“I already know… Houtu of the Witch Clan has come to seek an audience, right?”

Heavenly Lord was briefly shocked but quickly grasped the situation.

“Ancestral Witch Houtu, I’ve come to pay my respects!”

“I wish to become your disciple and learn about the Tao!”

At the base of Buzhou Mountain, Houtu suddenly performed a solemn ceremony, bowing three times and kowtowing nine times, pleading on her knees.

“…”

Ye Xiu remained unmoved, not even opening his eyes.

“From now on, I willingly seek the path and have no regrets even in death!”

“I earnestly hope that you, Senior, won’t refuse and will agree to this!”

Before this, Houtu had already silently resolved that if she couldn’t become Ye Xiu’s disciple, she would kneel on Buzhou Mountain until she couldn’t stand up. Houtu’s humble and sincere spirit deeply moved Heavenly Lord, earning his admiration. He persuaded Ye Xiu, saying, “Master, Houtu of the witch clan is wholeheartedly seeking guidance. You are likely the only one capable of teaching her in this world.”

“If even you decline, then there will be no one under the sky who can offer her guidance.”

Upon hearing this, Ye Xiu slowly opened his eyes and glanced at the Heavenly Lord, lightly scolding him, “You talk too much…”

Heavenly Lord immediately shut his mouth, standing in place, feeling awkward.

Despite being a near-saintly figure, in the presence of Ye Xiu, he returned to a state of innocence, resembling a child.

As Houtu worried about whether Ye Xiu would accept her as a disciple, a resounding voice suddenly echoed from Buzhou Mountain, “If you can reach the summit of Buzhou Mountain on foot, I will consider it.”

Upon hearing this, Houtu’s heart trembled, her eyes shining brightly with hope and anticipation. Overjoyed, she quickly replied, “I won’t disappoint your expectations!”

With these words, Houtu began to climb Buzhou Mountain, struggling against the overwhelming Pangu’s aura that permeated the place. However, she soon realized the mountain’s pressure was much stronger than usual.

Ordinary Great Luo Golden Immortals could reach the summit of Buzhou Mountain in hundreds of years, but Houtu, despite spending hundreds of years, only managed to reach halfway. The pressure she endured during the climb was unimaginable. Nevertheless, she persevered and eventually reached the mountain’s summit.

When she reached the top, she had exhausted her strength and knelt in front of Ye Xiu, gasping for breath. She saw a refined young man in white robes with sharp features and a handsome appearance, sitting beneath the tree of enlightenment.

“Junior Houtu, pay respects to Senior,” she said, forcing herself to maintain proper etiquette.

Ye Xiu, impressed by Houtu’s determination and unique nature, said, “Ah, very good.”

He recognized her qualities and appreciated her efforts. Ye Xiu opened his eyes and smiled gently, and with a soft gesture, he helped Houtu to her feet.

“If you’re willing to be my disciple, I’m willing to accept you as my second personal disciple,” he declared.

Houtu was momentarily stunned, overwhelmed by happiness. When she regained her composure, she knelt down again and kowtowed numerous times, exclaiming, “Disciple pays respects to Master!”

Heavenly Lord, witnessing this scene, also felt great joy. He remarked, “Haha, I’ll have a junior sister from now on…”