Unbeknownst to Shen Ni,
a plot of epic proportions was quietly brewing within the Tian Nan Undying Volcano.
A harmless and innocent young boy sat in the audience, listening to the Elders' impassioned discussions, and he let out a heartfelt sigh:
"The schemes of Primordial are deep; one cannot step outside without being conned."
"The paths of All Heavens are even slicker; the hearts of the deities are complex!"
Xuanqing, while reflecting, said to his little companion: "Xiao Bai, you must never learn from this. There's not much innocence left in the Primordial."
Xiao Bai was a naive young crane who, upon hearing Xuanqing's sentiments, blinked his large eyes: "Are the Elders wrong in what they say?"
Xuanqing didn't answer.
He merely said, "You should devote yourself to learning my Qingyun Technique. It can bring blessings and has decent defensive effects."
"It can save you from a lot of trouble in the future."
"Okay!"
