Xu Fang was about to say something when Dong Wang Gong spoke like this.
Dong Wang Gong had brought people to support him this time, and it would be too much for Xu Fang not to do something for him.
However, before Xu Fang could speak, Dong Wang Gong waved his hand to interrupt him.
"Fellow Daoist, don't speak, listen to me."
"Fellow Daoist, do you have a dream? No, no, no, don't answer, I know you don't. You just think about living in Penglai Immortal Island until you die."
"Let me tell you, I have a dream: to make this primordial world free of strife, filled with love in everyone's hearts, where everyone lives in harmony and progresses together!"
As Dong Wang Gong began to speak, he started to tell Xu Fang about his grand ambition, painting a picture of the primordial world of his dreams.
Xu Fang couldn't help but laugh in exasperation. You, who were sold out by Patriarch Hong Jun, are now acting as a dream mentor in front of me?
"Fellow Daoist, you and I can be considered to have met through conflict, to have known each other in humble beginnings, and to have witnessed my rise."
"Since this is the case, how can I forget you after I've succeeded? Follow me and do something!"
Dong Wang Gong patted Xu Fang on the shoulder with a look of deep emotion and continued.
"Of course, we don't have a base yet. Your Penglai Island is empty anyway. Why not let it become our headquarters? Wouldn't that be beautiful? Wouldn't that make everyone happy?"
Xu Fang was initially quite moved by Dong Wang Gong's words. But when he heard the latter part, he felt his sincerity had been wasted on a dog. He immediately protested.
"Beautiful my foot! Happy everyone's foot!"
Xu Fang was furious and started to curse.
He had thought this guy truly valued their past acquaintance, even though there wasn't much of one between them.
In the end, this guy had still revealed his true nature. After saying so many touching words, all he wanted was to plot against his Penglai Immortal Island.
"Don't even think about Penglai Immortal Island. Even if I agreed, my eldest sister wouldn't!"
Penglai Immortal Island was his birthplace, his foundation. How could Xu Fang give it away just because Dong Wang Gong was calling him brother?
If he were truly so passionate, he might end up using the entire Penglai Immortal Island to bury Dong Wang Gong in the future.
"Hey, don't do that, don't do that, don't be impulsive, don't be impulsive."
Seeing Xu Fang's reaction, Dong Wang Gong quickly tried to pacify him. He glanced back at the people behind him and lowered his voice.
"My brothers are all watching. Can you spare me some dignity?"
"Dignity? You still know about dignity? If you say another word, I'll strip you of your dignity."
"Alright, alright. Penglai Immortal Island is yours, I won't think about it anymore. But when did you get an eldest sister?"
Dong Wang Gong repeatedly agreed, knowing that Penglai Immortal Island was out of the question, but he was curious about how Xu Fang had an eldest sister.
"You don't need to worry about our family affairs."
Xu Fang didn't want to explain further and quickly changed the subject.
"Dong Wang Gong, you're not stupid. There are so many talented people gathered in the Zixiao Palace. In terms of lineage and origin, what's so special about your so-called manifestation of Yang Qi?"
"In terms of realm and strength, you might not even be able to defeat those two shameless individuals from the West. Don't you think it's strange that Patriarch Hong Jun appointed you as the leader of the male immortals?"
"What's strange about it? Isn't it because I'm blessed by heaven? Besides me..."
Dong Wang Gong was about to boast, but seeing Xu Fang flexing his muscles and looking eager to fight, he quickly stopped his self-praise.
"Alright, alright, let's talk properly."
"Of course, I know it's strange. But Patriarch Hong Jun likely just wants me to help him gather some luck, and perhaps to test the attitudes of other great beings in the primordial world."
Dong Wang Gong's words made Xu Fang look at him with newfound respect.
"So you're not really stupid after all, you actually know these things?"
"Of course, who do you think I, Dong Wang Gong, am? I was born... Alright, I won't say anymore."
"Since you know this, why are you making such a big fuss?"
Xu Fang was even more annoyed by Dong Wang Gong, feeling a sense of disappointment.
"Since you know the dangers, you should keep a low profile. Once the attention on being the leader of male immortals dies down, it will be fine. Why are you still trying to stir up trouble?"
"If you continue like this, you might end up destroying yourself."
Xu Fang sighed. In the end, Dong Wang Gong really did destroy himself. Since they had met, he decided to offer some advice and see if it could make any difference.
Hearing Xu Fang's words and seeing the expression on his face, Dong Wang Gong's heart stirred. He patted Xu Fang on the shoulder.
"I am very pleased that you can say this. It's truly good to know you."
"However, although it is dangerous, it is also a great opportunity for me. As the saying goes, fortune favors the bold. I might not be able to seize this opportunity to realize my dream."
Dong Wang Gong gazed at the distant horizon. He was not a fool. After calming down, he also understood the dangers involved.
But, as he said, this was both a danger and an opportunity.
If he managed it properly, he might seize this chance to realize his grand ambition and build a harmonious primordial world.
Looking back at Xu Fang, and seeing that he was about to speak again, Dong Wang Gong waved his hand.
"No need to say more. Don't worry, if anything happens, don't I still have Patriarch Hong Jun as my backer?"
Dong Wang Gong smiled. This was his greatest reliance.
"But do you think your backer, who is plotting against you, can be trusted?"
Xu Fang shook his head. There was no need to think further. Dong Wang Gong and Xi Wang Mu were just tools in Hong Jun's eyes, disposable ones at that. Once used, they would be discarded.
Dong Wang Gong faltered slightly. This was indeed a significant issue, but he quickly suppressed the thought and spoke.
"The universe is not yet decided, and we are all heroes. The outcome is unknown!"
Dong Wang Gong's evasive attitude annoyed Xu Fang, who was about to speak again. Dong Wang Gong patted his shoulder and said.
"Alright, I know this is dangerous. It's understandable that you won't join us."
"Moreover, it's best if you don't join. It's best if we don't contact each other anymore."
Dong Wang Gong sighed deeply. "If, I say if, something were to happen to me, could you take care of her for me?"
Hearing Dong Wang Gong's words, which sounded like a will, Xu Fang naturally knew who he was referring to. He nodded silently.
According to his memory, Dong Wang Gong would perish, while Xi Wang Mu would live well. If there was any danger, it wouldn't be going against the natural order for him to intervene.
"Okay! I knew I could count on you. Alright, I need to go find her."
Dong Wang Gong nodded at Xu Fang and then strode away, accompanied and supported by a group of immortals.
Xu Fang watched his departing figure and sighed deeply.
Years would pass, and he wondered if he would ever have the chance to see this comical figure, Dong Wang Gong, again!