History’s Strongest Senior Brother

d, Yang Jian created the Paramount Yin Yang Profound Arts by himself.

Yang Erlang should be the earliest prodigy in the Jade Clear lineage to establish a brand new path, creating a supreme martial art of his own, ascending to Grand Heavenlyhood through that very path.

Back in the Ancient era, Yang Jian used his Paramount Yin Yang Profound Arts – the art most proficient in human body transformation to establish dominance.

Yang Jian’s uncle was the Southern Extremity Old Immortal, later known as the Southern Extremity Longevity Emperor.
The uncle created thunder arts much later than Yang Jian, with even the strength being inferior compared to Yang Jian’s creation.

However, after the Ancient Investitures of the Gods era, Yang Jian rarely showed himself in the world anymore.
Despite his name being inscribed within the Heavenly Court’s Divine Palace, he rarely stepped inside.

Other than his mentor – the Jade Cauldron Cultivated Deity, he rarely interacted with other individuals of the Jade Clear lineage in the Kunlun Mountains.

After his first few appearances during the Middle era, this most outstanding successor of the Jade Clear lineage had mostly secluded himself from the world, with barely any news regarding him in circulation.

It wasn’t until this era’s Great Calamity that information related to him was circulating once again.

However, after the Great Calamity, all intel tied to him were lost.

Previously, Yan Zhaoge and the others had been guessing about this mythical figure’s whereabouts frequently.
Yet, to their surprise, they met this person in question face-to-face.

“Previously, I did say that only some people are capable of such transformation arts.” Yan Zhaoge stared at the teenage Daoist.
After remaining silent for a while, he smiled and said, “But, a few implies that there’s more than one.”

“With the previous incidents preceding, forgive me for my prevailing uncertainty.
Are you truly the Pure Origin Exquisite Monarch?”

Yan Zhaoge’s questioning didn’t anger the teenage Daoist.
Instead, the teenage Daoist smiled and said, “Just now, you questioned my identity, ergo I decided to manifest my true form.
Yet, right now, you don’t believe me any longer.
So, do you require me to unleash my skills or something?”

Yan Zhaoge smiled and said, “Can’t blame me for being too careful.”

“Actually, it’s fine.
It makes no difference.” Yang Jian said, “Even if I proved who I am, my words still can’t be fully trusted, ain’t that right? If that’s the case, then it doesn’t matter how we converse.”

“That’s not true.” Yan Zhaoge chuckled, “You are one of my exemplary model figures.”

This statement wasn’t a lie but a truth straight from his heart.

While the feelings of admiration weren’t as high as the Great Sage Equalling Heavens, his impression of Yang Jian was still fairly high.

“A clay model?” Yang Jian shook his head and smiled, “Just as you said, I purposely led you here to meet you.
If I wanted to converse with you in decorum, then I have no reasons for doing so.
So, please drop your formalities.”

Yan Zhaoge said, “You are a successor of the Jade Cauldron Grand Master’s lineage.
Technically, you’re still our Daoism’s senior.”

Yang Jian said, “I know who your ancestors were.
Since they weren’t from the same lineage as I, no need to dwell too deep into this matter.
Just refer to me as a fellow Daoist.
We’re both disciples of Daoism and pay homage to the Three Clears.
What’s more, we both had our accomplishments and developed our unique abilities.
I merely got a head-start and did so way earlier than you.”

He looked at Yan Zhaoge and Feng Yunsheng and let out a sigh, “With so many outstanding prodigies popping out in Daoism, my path doesn’t seem as lonely anymore.
This is more settling than anything else.”

“Speaking of this matter, I have something I’d like to inquire about.” Yan Zhaoge asked, “The Earth Mother…”

Yang Jian’s eyes dimmed slightly, “The Earth Mother had met her demise during the Great Calamity.”

Yan Zhaoge and Feng Yunsheng’s expressions turned gloomy.

“If that’s the case, why did you take the form of the Earth Mother?” After a while, Yan Zhaoge asked.

Yang Jian said, “Because I encountered something of secrecy in the past.
If I were to show my true self, those related to that particular matter would be made aware.
If I don’t show myself, they would think of me as dead and the secret has yet to be spread around, allowing them to continue with their plans on hand.”