The unbearable memories on Buzhou Mountain made Daoist Zhunti and Daoist Jieyin exchange wry smiles. This time, they had offended Xu Fang again. Would this time not let them off easily?
Thinking of this, Daoist Zhunti and Daoist Jieyin could not help but speak.
"Fellow Daoist Xu Fang, the Dao Ancestor has entrusted such a heavy responsibility to you. You must handle it impartially and not let personal matters interfere with public duty!"
"Yes, Fellow Daoist Xu Fang, in front of the Dao Ancestor and all fellow Daoists, we hope you will not disappoint everyone!"
Daoist Zhunti and Daoist Jieyin knew that Dao Ancestor Hongjun's decision was final and that the power to distribute treasures had been given to Xu Fang, with no possibility of change. At this moment, they could only hope that their words would make Xu Fang hesitant.
However, Xu Fang found it amusing. These two fellows actually knew how to preach to him now. What were they doing before?
Before Xu Fang could retort, a group of great powers spoke out and rebuked them.
"What nonsense are you two talking? I trust Fellow Daoist Xu Fang's character. Is he that kind of person?"
"Fellow Daoist Xu Fang, don't mind them. They are just like buzzing flies."
"Fellow Daoist Xu Fang, although we haven't had the chance to interact, I have long admired you!"
The great powers spoke one after another, rebuking the two from the West while also expressing their goodwill to Xu Fang.
They were not foolish. With the power to distribute treasures now in Xu Fang's hands, it was natural to build a good relationship with him and obtain more treasures.
Daoist Zhunti and Daoist Jieyin felt indignant but knew that the wrath of the masses should not be provoked. They could only maintain a smiling facade.
Xu Fang listened to the words of the great powers but paid no heed and said nothing more.
Whether it was moral blackmail or trying to win favor, he did not need to consider so much when presiding over the distribution of treasures this time. He only needed to satisfy Dao Ancestor Hongjun.
Of course, before distributing the treasures, Xu Fang also communicated with the spirit of the treasures on the Treasure Distribution Rock.
"I'm truly sorry. In the current situation, I cannot take all of you into my sect."
The Treasure Distribution Rock had brought so many treasures to join him. He had originally planned to acquire them all and make them his own treasures.
However, with so many great powers eyeing them and Dao Ancestor Hongjun's decree, Xu Fang knew he could not take them all. He could only communicate with the treasures, expressing his apologies.
"Yes, you may not be together anymore. If you find any suitable candidates, just tell your master, and we will help you arrange it."
The Treasure Distribution Rock, already gifted to Xu Fang by Dao Ancestor Hongjun, also spoke to comfort the treasures and share Xu Fang's worries.
Upon hearing this, the treasures also spoke one after another.
"Alas! We knew such an opportunity wouldn't fall upon us. If we miss this, who knows when the next chance will come!"
"Brother Rock, you are fortunate. We agreed to seek refuge with Daoist Xu Fang together, but only you have achieved your wish!"
"Well, it is what it is. We should think carefully about how to choose a new master!"
The treasures knew that at this point, they could not all join Xu Fang's treasure group. After a period of sighing and lamenting, they began to consider which great power to choose as their master.
After some time, the treasures announced that they had all made their decisions. Xu Fang then spoke again and announced to the great powers.
"I have been commanded by Dao Ancestor Hongjun to preside over the distribution of treasures, and I feel the immense responsibility."
"In order to find good opportunities for the treasures, this distribution will allow these treasures to choose their own masters. You are not allowed to arbitrarily use your spiritual power to force the treasures to recognize you as their master!"
"Otherwise, you will be disqualified from the distribution. Do not say that I did not warn you!"
Xu Fang announced the rules for the treasure distribution. As his words fell, the expectant great powers were stunned. Looking at Xu Fang, who was solemnly serious, they could not help but speak.
"Finding opportunities for the treasures? Fellow Daoist Xu Fang, aren't you saying it backward? Shouldn't it be our opportunity?"
"Choose their own masters? These treasures are not Primordial Violet Qi, how can they have so much sentience?"
"Fellow Daoist Xu Fang, are you sure you're not joking?"
The great powers were all confused. They had always heard that treasures were opportunities, but they had never heard of treasures needing opportunities. This was truly a refreshing perspective!
Moreover, without the attraction of aura and spiritual power, how could treasures complete the process of choosing a master?
If Xu Fang presided over the distribution in this way, it would be worse than Dao Ancestor Hongjun's mention of relying on one's own opportunities and abilities!
Thinking of this, the great powers all looked up, gazing at the Dao Ancestor Hongjun, who was sitting high above, hoping that he would intervene and stop Xu Fang's folly.
Dao Ancestor Hongjun raised his eyebrows at this moment but ignored the great powers. Instead, he looked at Xu Fang with curiosity.
He wondered what surprise this person would bring him next.
Xu Fang listened to the words of the great powers but did not reply, merely smiling slightly.
How could these fellows know that as you gaze at the treasures, the treasures are also gazing at you!
He had failed to collect these treasures as agreed and felt indebted to them. Naturally, he had to strive for opportunities for them, allowing them to find their own good homes, at least what they considered good homes.
Since the Dao Ancestor did not intervene, this matter was feasible!
"Alright, stand still and let the treasures move!"
Xu Fang shouted loudly and waved his hand. The great powers were all filled with doubt. Daoist Zhunti and Daoist Jieyin wore cold smiles, eager to see Xu Fang make a fool of himself!
At this moment, as Xu Fang spoke and acted, the Treasure Distribution Rock suddenly trembled. Immediately after, the treasures on it emitted light, interweaving with each other, incredibly brilliant.
"This is!"
The great powers were all startled. The treasures were actually moving on their own!
After all, Xu Fang was utterly incapable of driving so many treasures!
Following that, countless treasures flew up, like a swarm of locusts crossing the land, densely packed, flying towards the great powers.
The great powers were all dumbfounded. This was actually working!
"Haha! These treasures are all mine!"
"If you don't want them, I'll gladly accept them! Haha!"
"If you don't move, I will! Goodbye, goodbye!"
Seeing so many treasures emitting light and flying towards them, some impatient beings immediately leaped up, preparing to snatch a pile of treasures.
No matter what divine ability Xu Fang used to make so many treasures move and choose their own masters, it was just a farce. He had no time to waste with him!
Xu Fang's expression darkened. These people were not taking his words seriously!
He immediately made the treasures stop and was about to teach these unruly beings a lesson when several beams of light descended from the sky, directly striking down the beings who had flown towards the treasures.
"I said, let Xu Fang preside over the distribution of treasures. His rules are the rules. Do you not understand?"
The voice of Dao Ancestor Hongjun reverberated, filled with imposing authority. The few beings who fell dared not act rashly, and the great powers who were about to stir also instantly lost their intentions.