Tsk~

Duke of the East intercepted Yuan Heng, who was standing on her lotus and preparing to leave, with a quick step.

“This young Fellow Daoist.”

“During the recent lecture at Purple Heaven Palace, I observed that Fellow Daoist possesses a unique Dao rhythm and profound merit, sharing the same origin and coexisting with all living beings of the world. It is truly a rare sight in the Primordial World.”

Three black lines unconsciously appeared on Yuan Heng's forehead. Of course it was rare—in the entire Primordial World, it seemed she was the only one blessed enough to cultivate the Law of Life.

She really wanted to run~ Stop heaping high praise on her, hey!

However, Duke of the East's voice continued, “Although lacking talent, I have received the Dao Ancestor's decree to be the Head of Male Immortals. In the future, I shall prepare a grand banquet with spiritual delicacies and immortal wine at the East Sea Immortal Abode.”

“All the other Daoists are busy with secluded cultivation to comprehend the Dao, and only you possess a pristine mind... Um, I wonder if this young Fellow Daoist would do me the honor of stepping over to the East Sea Immortal Abode to sit and discuss the Dao with me, forging a good relationship?”

Yuan Heng: ???

What did he mean by that? What did he mean?!!

Other Daoists needed to cultivate, but she didn't?

What pristine mind? Wasn't he just looking at her as weak?

And “do me the honor”? Who gave you the face?!

Although Duke of the East's tone carried a hint of sincerity, the expression on his face gave Yuan Heng a distinct feeling of “Me recruiting you is looking down from above to favor you.”

Yuan Heng: (╬◣д◢)

The more she thought about taking a step back, the angrier she got. Yet Yuan Heng still didn't want to make enemies for herself. She knew that in the Primordial World, being weak was the ultimate sin.

She raised her eyes to look at the confident Duke of the East. “Thank you for your high regard, Fellow Daoist. However, I am quiet by nature and unaccustomed to immortal abode social gatherings. Please forgive Yuan Heng for being unable to attend.”

Hah~ After spending so much time in the Primordial World, she felt like her way of speaking was becoming quite formal and polite!

Seeing this, the great powerhouses who had not yet departed from the gates instantly turned their gossiping gazes toward them.

The likes of Dijun and Taiyi cast glances full of waiting for a good show, mixed with utter disdain toward Duke of the East.

Look at that—this newly appointed Head of Male Immortals was mediocre at best.

Most were curious onlookers watching the excitement. Yuan Heng felt speechless in her heart. Was everyone's cultivation so boring that each and every one of them was so fond of gossip?

Even the Three Pure Ones paused in their steps back to East Kunlun upon seeing this.

Waaa, she didn't want to be a monkey in a zoo show!

Seeing that even Yuan Heng, who had transformed not long ago, refused him, Duke of the East grew somewhat annoyed. Or rather, the frustration from his repeated rejections earlier had finally found an outlet. “Fellow Daoist should think twice... Joining my immortal abode means forging good relations with all the immortals of the Primordial World, which will also benefit your Great Dao.”

Duke of the East's tone grew colder, faintly carrying pressure, as the innate Pure Yang Qi gradually surged on his purple-gold Daoist robe. “Do not miss this opportunity.”

Yuan Heng: “...”

How could there be such a tactless fool?

Had she put too big of a filter on the Primordial World?

Dammit, she was still too weak. But if she didn't stand her ground this time and let herself be intimidated by Duke of the East, how could she establish a foothold in the Primordial World in the future? She might as well give away Fangzhang Island altogether!

The old folks were right: throw one punch today to avoid a hundred punches tomorrow!

Yuan Heng transmitted her voice to the White Lotus of World Cleansing, “Lotus, can we beat him up?”

“Beat him up!”

The White Lotus of World Cleansing already found Duke of the East extremely eyesore. What kind of person was he, daring to speak to its sweet master like that?

Master had only taken form a bit late and possessed a pure and kind nature, which was why her strength wasn't prominent... How could she suffer such humiliation?

It was the Twelve-Petaled White Lotus of World Cleansing, transformed from a lotus seed of the Chaos Green Lotus, a top-grade innate spiritual treasure! If other lotuses found out it couldn't protect its master, how could it continue to show its face in the Primordial World?!

Just beat him up!

Yuan Heng laughed out of anger. She glanced at the main entrance of Purple Heaven Palace and bowed respectfully.

Dao Ancestor, please don't blame her. She was so frail and delicate; it wasn't on purpose.

Inside Purple Heaven Palace, Hongjun was also paying attention to everything happening here. Especially seeing Yuan Heng bow toward him, while secretly satisfied with her, his dissatisfaction with Duke of the East grew even deeper.

What terrible taste did the Heavenly Dao have? What kind of person was this?

Yuan Heng spoke sharply, “Fellow Daoist Duke of the East truly has thick skin.”

“What, after other Daoists turned you down, you came looking for a soft persimmon to squeeze?”

“Engaging in forced coercion before Purple Heaven Palace—don't you feel ashamed? The Dao Ancestor bestowed authority upon you to benefit the Primordial World.”

“Yet you turn right around and threaten your fellow student. Truly...”

The mockery on Yuan Heng's face grew even stronger. Unsaid words carried far more sting than anything she could have explicitly spoken.

Duke of the East was completely enraged, his face flushing bright red at Yuan Heng's words. He had lost his temper.

The Pure Yang spiritual light around his body burst open with a roar as rolling innate Pure Yang Qi surged forward, pressing straight down upon Yuan Heng.

Yuan Heng raised her eyebrows. The White Lotus of World Cleansing activated its power, overflowed with pure white light, and directly isolated the incoming Pure Yang pressure on the outside.

Immediately following that, Duke of the East wanted to use a magic treasure.

Quick on her feet and hands, Yuan Heng whipped out the Fangzhang Seal and smashed it right over! The heavy origin of the island spread out, faintly displaying the phantom of Fangzhang's mountains and rivers, as its formidable pressure crashed toward Duke of the East.

Hmph~ Crushing someone with an entire immortal island—you haven't seen a display like this before, have you?

While he was resisting the pressure of the Fangzhang Seal, Yuan Heng pulled out her natal treasure, the Spirit-Nurturing Ribbon. Drawing upon Duke of the East's life vitality, she tied him up tightly.

Tying himself up with his own energy~

Last but not least, Yuan Heng pulled out the Scepter of All-Spirits Creation, aimed right at Duke of the East's big butt, and gave him one final strike.

“Off you go!!!”

Duke of the East turned into a shooting star and shot off toward an unknown direction. Once he had flown a good distance away, Yuan Heng recalled her magic treasures.

Tsk tsk, binding such a tactless person made her feel like her Spirit-Nurturing Ribbon had gotten dirty.

Yuan Heng gazed at Duke of the East, who was nowhere to be seen, her small face filled with arrogance. “Tsk~”

Is that all?

Taunt level maxed out.

The actual Yuan Heng inside: So nervous for my first fight, save meeeeee!

In her heart, she gave her victory acceptance speech: Thanks to the White Lotus of World Cleansing, thanks to Fangzhang Island and the Fangzhang Seal, thanks to the Scepter of All-Spirits Creation, and to Fellow Spirit-Nurturing Ribbon—I will never say you're just a pretty sash again!

Simply an essential, fine treasure for home, travel, killing, and arson (not really).

Binding people is truly top-tier~

Hehehe~

Seeing this, Taiyi no longer cared about anything else. His face was no longer red, nor was he angry anymore.

He walked straight up to Yuan Heng. “Fellow Daoist has such good skill... Ah, no, such good magic treasures!”

Taiyi expressed that Yuan Heng beating up Duke of the East had also vented a huge breath of anger for him and his elder brother.

This fellow had no talent, no virtue, and most importantly, no strength—how was he worthy of leading them?

Tsk~

Yuan Heng: “...”

Ah, right, it was entirely thanks to the magic treasures, especially Lotus~

White Lotus of World Cleansing: ╰(´︶`)╯

Master praised me~

Of course, there was also the Fangzhang Seal.

Lotus: Not smiling anymore.

And even more so, her origin treasure.

Aiya, in short, this hearty victory was all thanks to them, as well as her own brilliant, dazzling self~

The corners of Yuan Heng's lips curled up slightly, though she felt a bit apprehensive in her heart. “Fellow Daoist Duke of the East was rude first, so he can't blame me.”

Dao Ancestor, don't blame me, don't blame me, don't blame me.

Hongjun: “...”

Sigh, why would I blame you? Outstanding job!