Kunlun Mountain.

The sun rises, casting golden light everywhere.

The peak of Kunlun is like a world made of golden glass.

Countless streaks of tunneling light fly in, cultivators setting aside their tasks and coming from all over the country to ascend the mountain.

Since it is currently the stage of the earthly Divine Court, ascending the mountain is relatively easier.

At the foot of Kunlun Mountain, a golden gate opens, and people from the Cultivation Forest and Heavenly Sword Forest walk out.

Leading them are sect masters from several sects, including Lus Yunqing from Sword Casting Mountain Villa and Zhuu Baichuan from Lii Fire Sect.

Wu Chen and the Lords of Eight Sceneries have long been on the peak of Kunlun.

"The more you look at this mountain, the more magnificent it feels!"

Lus Yunqing couldn't help but sigh, for constructing this mountain had cost him considerable effort.

He had led the members of Sword Casting Mountain Villa deep into the ground to forge a total of 1,888 pieces of Thousand Feet Mysterious Iron Stone to serve as part of Kunlun Mountain's foundation.

The Talisman Department then inscribed restrictions on them, and the Alchemy Department refined them further.

Thus, part of the credit for Kunlun Mountain's foundation belonged to them.

"What are you dawdling for? Get moving."

Guu Yuchan and Yan Jiuge floated down from the sky.

"Haha, we're on our way."

The group burst into hearty laughter.

"Master, what titles or positions will the Heavenly Master assign to you?"

"Titles? Let it be. Why bother worrying about these things? It's more worthwhile to focus on securing a spot among the immortals."

Guu Yuchan berated them with a grin.

"Doesn't one's cultivation level determine their place among the immortals?"

"It does, but merits are also considered. That said, you all likely qualify. However, higher positions naturally come with better benefits."

Guu Yuchan explained to the group.

Just then, a rain cloud approached.

A tall Taoist wearing a purple Mysterious Crown, accompanied by several Water Masters shrouded in dense, watery vapor, arrived.

It turned out to be Water Master Heavenly Slaughter.

"Heavenly Slaughter Senior!"

The group greeted and bowed.

"Ah, so everyone's here already?"

"Give them a brief on the rules." The group began walking up the mountain together.

"Perfect timing, let these juniors listen in as well."

Heavenly Slaughter had others gather to listen too.

Although these Water Masters and Yin Gods had much longer lifespans, it was not infinite, and securing more benefits from the Heavenly Court would aid them in strengthening their powers.

"It's actually nothing complicated. Apart from the various authorities, the most valuable things the Ancestral Court offers are the Taiyin Fruit and red water."

"By consuming red water and residing in Kunlun, one can achieve immortality. But the amount of red water available isn't enough for everyone. Cultivators above the Qi Refinement Realm, regardless of their rank or status, can receive a certain amount of red water. This amount can generally extend one's lifespan by one-third."

It wasn't that consuming a single drop of red water would grant eternal life in Kunlun. The effectiveness depended on the quantity; the more consumed, the better it worked, allowing one to maintain their peak state over long periods. Otherwise, it was merely clinging to life.

"As for the Taiyin Fruit, that requires a higher seat and isn't available for the average person."

It wasn't that Song Lin was deliberately withholding it, but rather that the current conditions couldn't support such an abundance. Rewards could only be distributed based on merit and cultivation level.

In the future, once the domain expanded and grew stronger, universal distribution could be considered. Of course, fairness wasn't the ultimate standard either.

At the very least, diligent cultivators would certainly gain more benefits than idle ones.

Soon, the group reached the summit.

For most of them, it was their first time beholding the stunning beauty of the Xuanpu Fairyland.

Orchids and jade trees, red water jade stones.

The nine-layered Treasure Hall bathed in golden light, faintly visible amidst the clouds, with four Divine Dragons spiraling around its pillars, their eyes like lightning and their presence as commanding as thunder.

The group entered the grand hall, where the Twelve Yuan Chen Dharma Forms flanked either side, some fierce and terrifying, others majestic and imposing, and others with three heads and six arms.

Deep within the hall stood a nine-level stairway, beyond which was an opulent Dragon Chair. Sitting on it was a White Rob Taoist, behind whom a Pure Yang Purple Gold Screen was adorned with golden suns, and seventy-two multicolored halos radiated from the back of his head.

He looked as if he belonged to the Immortal Gods of the heavens.

At Song Lin's current level, he could indeed be called a celestial deity. In most Small Thousand Worlds, a Divine King would only reach this level.

This world had a more rigorous hierarchy. Though the title "Harmonization Primordial Spirit" might not sound grand, the essence of life was quite similar.

Under normal circumstances, Primordial Spirits had significantly long lifespans. However, due to the existence of the Upper Pure Demon Tribulation, most never lived to such old age.

The longevity of Primordial Spirits was fragile; the rise of earthly turbid qi or subtle adjustments in the laws of heaven and earth could easily lead to their disintegration.

Various magic veins, Sword Immortals, Black Heaven, Witch God Heavenly King… all stood in ranks around the Palace of the Polestar.

"Take your seats."

Song Lin clapped, and Yellow Turban Warriors carried in white jade tables and Heavenly Ladies served fruits and wine. In no time, the tables were arranged in two rows.

The immortals took their seats, along with the Turtle Clan, as well as demons like pigs, dogs, and eels—members of the first wave of demons to align themselves with the Human Clan.

The status of these demons was not much different from humans, and since they had no habit of eating humans, their relations with the Human Clan were quite harmonious.

At Song Lin's signal, the banquet began.

Everyone clinked glasses and drank heartily, thoroughly enjoying themselves.

This was the most carefree moment since the battles between humans and demons, and everyone felt an incomparable sense of relaxation.

The days of life-or-death combat had come to an end; now was a time for rest.

Song Lin did not impose harsh discipline on anyone or demand any strict practices.

After decades of tension, there was no harm in allowing a single day of play.

Soon, everyone was full and content.

"There's no need for excessive chatter; listen to this lecture."

Everyone composed themselves, their expressions turning solemn.

They all knew that the Donghua Heavenly Master had derived this method to break through Harmonization, a testament to its extraordinary power.

"The lecture I'll give is the foundational Dao of the Donghua Dharma Lineage, the essence of salvation and eternal life. You must listen attentively."

"The first lecture is titled Heavenly Heart. Nature is Dao, Dao is nameless and formless... Life and essence are invisible, entrusted to heavenly light; heavenly light is invisible, entrusted to the eyes…"

The cultivation of life and essence was the core focus of the Donghua Dao Lineage. Song Lin did not teach specific spells, but explained the principles of dual cultivation of essence and life, allowing disciples to develop freely.

"Visualize the Heavenly Heart. The Heavenly Heart resides between the sun and moon…"

To grasp this heavenly light for the dual cultivation of essence and life, one had to visualize the Heavenly Heart. This was the first step in cultivation. The so-called sun and moon referred to one's eyes, and "between the sun and moon" referred to the brow center.

Within the square inch of the brow center lay the essence of Yujing, the mysteries of the Danqu Pavilion, and the dwelling of the spirit of the void and the divine.

As the lecture progressed, the peak of Kunlun bathed in a layer of golden light. With Song Lin's words, the golden light transformed into blossoming lotus flowers.

This was the Pure Yang Golden Flower Dao. Many in the audience comprehended the Heavenly Heart Golden Flower during this time, gaining a faint quality of Pure Yang that repelled all evil.

Among them, Jianxin's aptitude shone brightest. After comprehending the Golden Flower, his entire Taoist Realm transformed into Pure Yang, becoming a true representative of the Pure Yang Dao Lineage.

"That's enough. This lecture shall be repeated after another Jiazi."

The lecture lasted forty-nine days in total.

The content was enough to keep them reflecting for decades.

"Thank you, Master, for your grace in imparting the Dao."

This lecture later came to be known as the Heavenly Heart Demonstration, birthing countless talents in the Donghua Heavenly Court thereafter.

Most beings across the Ten Thousand Realms gained their understanding of dual cultivation of essence and life and the Heavenly Heart from this event.

Establishing the Dao lineage, spreading the Dao lineage... Next would be the establishment of the Heavenly Court.

"Summon the demons to the hall."

Auspicious clouds floated in from the horizon as Chiyou escorted captive demons forward to present their tribute.

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