Chapter Forty-Four: Two Whole Beauties

  Zhang Zixing was quite satisfied with the deterrent effect, saying: "Although my power is far inferior to that of the three of you, I also have the ability to understand the past and the future. Today, the catastrophe will start, and all the people in the three religions are on the list of the Sealing God's List. The three ladies should close the cave door tightly, focus on their cultivation, and may be able to avoid the disaster. Although this Yu Tantan was mistakenly killed by me, it was also a destined calamity. Why did you come to find me, Lady?"

  The three of them exchanged a glance, and each saw the astonishment in the others' eyes. The matter of the Sealing God List was currently known only to a portion of the core disciples within the two sects. Unexpectedly, this Human Emperor actually had such astonishing abilities - not only did he know about the Sealing God List, but what he said afterwards, "Close the cave entrance and focus on cultivation", was exactly the same as the instructions given by the Master of Tongtian Sect to his disciples back then. Could it be that he truly possessed the ability to "understand the past and future"?

  Zhang Zixing looked at San Xiao's astonished and uncertain appearance, and the furious emotions in his heart also gradually stabilized. He secretly thought about how to perfectly resolve this matter. After all, these three ladies' Taoist skills were unfathomable, if they secretly plotted against him or Jiang Hou and her group, it was likely that they would be unable to guard against it, let alone use the power of the Intercepting Sect in the future, how could he afford to make the relationship too awkward?

  Just as both sides were at an impasse, a thick and powerful male voice came from outside the hall: "Three Immortal Island's three Shifu! Hold your hands!"

  The man's tone was extremely urgent, and it was none other than the current Taishi Wen Zhong. Zhang Zixing couldn't help but roll his eyes: You're just starting now?

  It turned out that Zhang Zixing sent someone to find Wen Zhong, but Wen Zhong was not in the mansion. After learning of the Emperor's summons, Wen Zhong hurried to the palace and met Li Jing, who had been driven out by Zhang Zixing, on the way. He learned about the severity of the situation and feared that San Chao would conflict with the Emperor, so he rushed over while shouting.

  Wen Zhong arrived at the Zhao Xuan Hall and found that the Son of Heaven was unharmed, secretly letting out a breath of relief. He then bowed three times to pay his respects, saying: "Wen Zhong pays his respects to the Three Uncles!"

  "Let's just call each other fellow Taoists, Wen Zhong. Although you are a disciple of the Golden Spirit Master, you have been in a high position in the imperial court for many years, and I dare not accept the title of 'Master Uncle'. You and I will address each other as fellow Taoists from now on." Yun Xiao looked at Wen Zhong with a sigh - this Wen Zhong was a disciple of the Golden Spirit Saint Mother, one of the four direct disciples of the Tongtian Sect Master. Although his cultivation level was not high in the sect, he was generous and chivalrous, and had many connections within the sect. Even Zhao Gongming, the elder brother of San Xiao, had a good relationship with him. With Wen Zhong's mediation, combined with the prestige of the Heavenly Emperor and the death of Yu Tiantang and the destruction of the Fantian Pearl, it seemed that this matter could be settled once and for all.

  Wen Zhonglian said he didn't dare, just as he was about to speak, a soft and gentle voice suddenly sounded from the doorway: "Master, I've already solved the first riddle you gave... Who are they?"

  Everyone took a look, and it turned out to be a small doll made of pink jade, about three or four years old, blinking big eyes, looking very cute, exactly like Little Nezha.

  Zhang Zixing saw Nata and suddenly had an epiphany, thinking of a perfect solution, and couldn't help but burst out laughing. San Chao saw his complacent look and thought he was relying on Wen Zhong to be fearless, feeling very resentful in his heart. Yun Chao coldly asked: "Your Majesty, what's so funny?"

  Zhang Zixing didn't explain and gestured for Nezha to come over, saying to Yunshao: "This is my little disciple Nezha, Your Majesty, take a look at his qualifications."

  Yun Xiao didn't understand his intention, and after sizing up Nezha for a while, he praised: "This child has an extraordinary talent, with excellent roots, bones, and qualifications, and is full of spiritual energy, intelligent and wise beyond ordinary people. Your Majesty indeed has good eyesight!"

  "What about Binayaka?"

  Yun Xiao was a clever person and had vaguely guessed the meaning behind Zhang Zixing's question. His eyes lit up as he replied, "Of course it is a hundred times stronger!"

  As expected, Zhang Zixing smiled and said: "Yu Tanchang's death was indeed a fate, although it was heaven's will, but after all, it was my unintentional mistake. I also lost the magic treasure of Bi Xiangniang, which is quite regrettable. I intend to let Xiaotong re-enter the Three Immortals Island and learn from both factions to resolve this karma. What do you think, Niangniang?"

  The three goddesses were overjoyed upon hearing this, and they all stepped forward to pay their respects. They said: "Nezha's innate talent is extremely high, and he can be considered the best among the third generation of disciples in our sect. If we were to pass on the true teachings of my sisters, it would be possible for him to inherit the mantle of the Three Immortal Islands. Your Majesty has shown such kindness, how could we dare not comply? Let us put an end to today's matter here. Just now, my sisters have committed many offenses, and I hope that Your Majesty will forgive them."

  Zhang Zixing was overjoyed that this troublesome matter had been perfectly resolved, and said: "Everything is due to the law of karma; if the three princesses hadn't come to me seeking justice, how could I have found this excellent apprentice?"

  The four of them looked at each other and burst out laughing, while Wen Zhong on the side seemed a bit superfluous. With their grievances resolved, the guests and hosts took their seats again, and Yun Xiao returned the Cloud-Piercing Arrow to its original owner. Zhang Zixing sent someone to present the imperial "Immortal Tea", and after San Xiao tasted it briefly, he felt that the flavor was refreshingly unparalleled, and he couldn't stop praising it.

  Zhang Zixing said to Nezha: "Nezha, come quickly and pay homage to the three goddesses."

  "Your Ladyships?" Nezha's small face showed a look of sudden realization: "So these new masters are all from the same family, and these ladies are quite strange, still wearing masks. In the inner palace, Nezha had only seen Jiang Niangniang of the Central Palace, Yang Niangniang of Xingqing Palace, and Huang Niangniang of the Western Palace. I wonder what to call these ladies and which palace they reside in?"

  "Cough! Cough!" Zhang Zixing almost choked on the tea he had just drunk, and hastily said: "You little brat, don't spout nonsense! These three ladies are highly accomplished and profound in their ways, not ordinary people. Even the Grand Master has to show them junior courtesy. If you bow down at their feet, you can learn great magical powers."

  "Master... don't you want your disciple anymore?" Nezha heard clearly, pouting his small mouth, looking at Zhang Zixing with a face that seemed to be on the verge of tears.

  Zhang Zixing saw Xiao Naitou's attachment to himself, and with a sigh, he patted his little head, saying: "How can you say that, my disciple? You are my good apprentice, how could I bear to abandon you? It's just that I want you to learn from three other masters. You can divide your studies into two schools, neither of which is superior or inferior. You can learn the skills of both our school and the three masters' school, and absorb the strengths of many families. In the future, you will surely achieve great things."

  "The master's intention, the disciple understands," Nezha nodded and added another sentence with a seemingly understanding tone: "I once heard the master say 'A man who has two boats to step on will be able to enjoy the blessings of both worlds', but what does this mean?"

  As soon as this was said, even if someone had a thick face like a city wall, they couldn't help but feel extremely embarrassed. Lian Wen Zhong also showed a strange smile, and Bi Xiao couldn't help but laugh and add: "Indeed, it's a famous teacher with excellent disciples!"

  Zhang Zixing pretended not to hear, lowering his head to drink tea and hide his embarrassment, secretly scolding himself for being too talkative. Nezha, however, gave Bi Xiao a white eye and said: "If you want me to worship the three goddesses as my masters, it's not difficult, but I must see your skills first."

  Bi Xiao liked Nai He very much and didn't blame him for being rude. She said, "Ordinary Taoist skills are nothing more than flying in the sky, escaping on land, moving mountains and seas, and the five elements generating and overcoming each other. My San Xian Island is the orthodox sect of the Intercepting Teachings, with its own unique wonders..."

  "Wait, I don't understand what you're saying," Bixiao was interrupted by Nezha before she could finish speaking. The little demon took out a square object that seemed to be made of bronze and said, "I have a strange object called the 'Six Harmony Magic Square'. If the three ladies can turn all six sides in harmony, I'll be willing to acknowledge you as my masters!"

  Zhang Zixing did not expect that San Chao was so cunning and strange, and actually used the things he had tested him with before to make things difficult for San Chao. He secretly smiled to himself, waiting to see how San Chao would respond.

  The three female immortals with profound Taoist skills stared blankly at the intelligent toy "Six Arts Magic Cube" handed over by Nezha.

  Little Nezha explained the Rubik's Cube gameplay and then demonstrated it in public, after which he scrambled the order and handed it over to Yun Xiao. Bi Xiao found it interesting and snatched the cube from her sister's hands, imitating Nezha's movements for a while, but couldn't even get one side aligned. Qing Xiao took it over and only managed to solve one side after a long time, sighing: "This thing contains the subtlety of mutual restraint, every additional turn increases the difficulty by several times, if you want to align all six sides, it's simply extremely difficult."

  Among the three sisters of Sanxiao, Bi Xiao is the youngest and has always been impulsive in her actions. Qiong Xiao is the second sister, with quick thinking and clever ideas. Yun Xiao is the eldest sister, who is also the most steady and wise among them.

  Yun Xiao held the magic cube handed over by Qiong Xiao, pondered for a long time, and asked Nezha: "Little Nezha, no matter what method I use, as long as all six sides are complete, you will worship my sister as your master?"

  "This is natural, Master always says 'A man without credibility cannot stand', Nezha will never go back on his words!" Nezha puffed out his chest, looking like a little man, making San Sheng love him even more.

  "Watch closely!" Yun Xiao said, as the magic cube in his palm slowly floated into the air, and the people around him suddenly felt a strong heat emanating from it. As time passed, the cube underwent a strange twisting motion in mid-air, causing visual disorientation, as if the space around the cube was being distorted. At the same time, the symbols on its surface gradually faded away, only to reappear shortly after, but with their positions changed - now neatly arranged on all six sides!

  Wen Zhong beside him saw clearly and immediately showed a look of admiration on his face: "True fire refines the body, and the stars move in combat! Master Shu is indeed a master of good skills!"

  Zhang Zixing and Yun Xiao's powers were too far apart, and when it came to Taoist magic, he was an outsider, so naturally he didn't know how difficult the move Yun Xiao had just pulled off was. Yun Xiao's strength ranked first among the second generation of disciples in the Jue Jiao sect, and it wasn't just because of treasures like the Hunyuan Golden Cauldron and the Golden Python Shears. The True Fire Refining Body and the Star-Shift were both extremely powerful large-scale spells, but Yun Xiao controlled them with extreme precision, without causing any damage to the people around him, and was able to re-refine the six symbols and gather them on the six surfaces while maintaining their original shape, showing that his control over the True Fire and his use of power had already reached a state of perfection.

  Nezha couldn't understand these, only vaguely aware that Yun Xiao had a hint of cleverness, but now the six sides of the magic cube were already a fact, and there was no room for debate. He could only kneel down to San Xiao and perform the ceremony of paying respects to his master. Although San Xiao's Taoist practice was profound, the qualifications of his disciples were ordinary, and he had always been worried about the lack of successors in the Taoist tradition. Today, he got Nezha as a superior disciple, and he was overjoyed.

  Nezha said: "Nezha pays respects to Second Master, Third Master and Fourth Master."

  Qiong Xiaoqidao: "Why does the disciple have this title? Just now, Your Majesty didn't say that there were two factions with no distinction between them?"

  (Today's second update is complete, thank you everyone for your support)