This is so dishonest!

Chapter 370 Xuanqing Opens the Heavens, Establishing the Taiwei Heavenly Court! [Four chapters combined, 1.3 words, bonus chapters 5 and 6]

I am Kunpeng, and I have been reborn.

The last clear image in my mind was the Immortal Emperor's Seal, which Yaochi had stuffed into my arms like a hot potato.

At that moment, I, the progenitor of the Xuanxian, the last (self-proclaimed) pillar of the Dao Alliance, amidst a tidal wave of shouts of "We have seen the Heavenly Emperor," was like a statue forgotten in a corner, disheveled in the wind.

In my previous life, as the progenitor of the Xuanxian lineage, I devoted myself to the best of my ability to sell Kun meat barbecue... I mean, to better develop the immortal path and let the glory of the Xuanxian lineage shine throughout the heavens. I worked tirelessly day and night.

I once stood atop Jade Capital Mountain, gazing into the boundless chaos, and a grand dream stirred within me: one day, I would sell barbecue throughout endless time and space, across all the heavens and myriad worlds!

May every hungry soul, while savoring this ultimate delicacy, also comprehend the profound and extensive nature of my Xuanxian Dao.

That's not just barbecue; it's the spread of culture and the extension of tradition!

Unfortunately, my grand yet down-to-earth dream ultimately vanished into thin air.

Who could have imagined that within the Celestial Court, those comrades I relied upon as my Great Wall, those brothers I regarded as my own flesh and blood—those officials who usually spoke so righteously, constantly spouting phrases like "the Holy Ancestor of the Dao" and "the eternal prosperity of the Immortal Dao"—every single one of them, civil and military, would actually…

"They're all undercover agents!"

Kunpeng gritted his teeth and continued writing in a small notebook.

Now, the Dao Alliance has fallen apart, and the elders have scattered like monkeys in a collapsing tree; some have fled, and some have surrendered.

Only I remained, a solitary Kunpeng, holding the now-defunct Immortal Emperor's Seal, shouldering the great responsibility of reviving the Dao Alliance and revitalizing the Xuanxian realm.

These days are too difficult!
I tried to contact the old members of the Dao Alliance, only to find that they had either become guests of honor in Taiwei or simply avoided me altogether.

I tried to promote the teachings of the Taoist patriarch, but I found that the "benevolent rule" of the Taiwei Heavenly Emperor had already deeply penetrated people's hearts. Even the vendors selling candied hawthorns on the street knew to sing praises of the Heavenly Emperor's wisdom.

So I went back to my old ways, planning to accumulate capital for a comeback by selling barbecue.

After three days of effort, I finally obtained the license for my barbecue stall in Tian Shi Yuan.

In this life, I will take back everything that belongs to me!
My dream, my avenue, my... my barbecue stand!

This time, I must learn from my mistakes, see the situation clearly, and choose the right side early... no, I must integrate my barbecue culture into the new era trend as soon as possible!

"Fellow Daoist Kunpeng, bring me ten pairs of roasted roc wings!"

Just as Kunpeng was immersed in reminiscing about the past and expressing his lofty ambitions for the future, delivering a passionate speech with a lot of inner monologue.

A clear voice, tinged with a touch of authority, pierced through the darkness like a ray of dawn, rousing him from his deepest memories.

"okay!"

Kunpeng immediately put away his notebook and almost instinctively switched to business mode, his face instantly plastered with a professional, radiant smile, his voice loud and enthusiastic.

"Ten pairs of roasted roc wings, guaranteed to satisfy you! It'll be ready in a moment, please wait a moment!"

As he spoke, Kunpeng skillfully took out the marinated roc wings from a huge, temperature-controlled jade box beside him. Each wing was plump and oily, gleaming with an enticing luster.

"No rush, no rush, you can roast it a little longer. It will be crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and that's when it tastes best." Another deity spoke up. His voice was bold and his face was incredibly handsome. His eyes shone with the light of the sun, and his figure was like that of a celestial being. His golden Taoist robe added a touch of nobility to his aura.

Beside him stood the deity who had just placed the order, with a face as handsome as jade, hair as radiant as the moon, and an aura of magnificence. He was a divine being, and his Taoist robe was adorned with stars scattered across the sky.

These two are none other than the brothers Di Jun and Tai Yi.

While skillfully turning and roasting the wings, Kunpeng precisely controlled the temperature of each flame with his divine sense, and at the same time, he chuckled and said:
"These chicken wings are all about the right heat; you can't rush it. Too high and they'll burn; too low and they won't absorb the flavor."

"Only by alternating between high and low heat, slowly simmering and roasting, can the meat achieve the perfect texture of crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, melting in your mouth!"

With a smile, Di Jun asked, "Fellow Daoist, are you getting used to being here?"

"I'm used to it, what's there to be unaccustomed to?"

With a wave of his hand, Kunpeng sizzled the oil on the oven, making a soft "sizzle" sound, and the aroma became even richer.

He said with great satisfaction, "The Heavenly Emperor is considerate of us immortals. He specially took into account the layout and appearance of Jade Capital Mountain and recreated the City of the Heavens for us in the Heavenly Market Enclosure. What could I possibly be uncomfortable with?"

That's right, I, Kunpeng, have been reborn.

But the script after my rebirth seems to deviate slightly from what I expected.

In my previous life, I was Nan Hua Zhenren, and I ran a barbecue stall called "Kun Zhi Wei" at Yujing Mountain, the headquarters of the Immortal Path. The business was booming and customers flocked to it.

In this life, I am the Celestial Master Kunpeng, running a barbecue stall called "Peng's Greatness" in the Zhutian City, the core commercial district of Tianshiyuan.

Of course, this "Celestial Master" is not the extremely prestigious position of the teacher of the Taiwei Heavenly Emperor.

Its full title is: Chief Instructor of Basic Martial Arts for the Heavenly Soldiers and Generals Reserve and Newly Appointed Immortals and Gods, and Introductory Lecturer for the Great Dao Cultivation.

Abbreviated as "Celestial Master".

To put it bluntly, he's just a greenhorn and a grassroots instructor and literacy teacher for the gods.

As for the only loyal subject of the Dao Alliance, the last hope... cough, after recognizing the timeless truth that "a wise man submits to circumstances."

I, Kunpeng, wisely chose to lead the few remaining immortals and gods of the Xuanxian lineage who were still willing to follow me to join Taiwei and embark on a brighter and more realistic path.

The Heavenly Emperor Taiwei was indeed benevolent. Not only did he not pursue their past "positional issues," but he also gave Kunpeng the title of "Celestial Master" and granted him permission to continue his barbecue business in the City of Heavens.

As for the Heavenly Market Enclosure, as the name suggests, it is a market in the heavens.

The Spirit Realm is part of the Heavenly Market Enclosure and belongs to the virtual world.

In the real starry sky, there are also trading venues in Tian Shi Yuan.

The Heavenly Emperor Taiwei was exceptionally benevolent. In order to appease the immortals of the original Dao Alliance, he specially opened up the City of All Heavens in the Heavenly Market, where everything remained as before.

This will allow the immortals who have surrendered to adapt to the new environment quickly and reduce their resistance.

As for why not simply move the entire real Yujing Mountain here?
Regarding this point, Nuwa, the Director of the Office for Handling Historical Issues of Taiwei Yuan's Xuanmen (formerly Daomeng), concurrently serving as the Director-General of the Time and Space Administration Bureau and the Chief Advisor of the Honghuang Cultural Heritage Protection and Development Committee, delivered an important speech.

The speech is as follows:

"His Majesty the Heavenly Emperor Taiwei's virtue shines brightly, reaching all corners of the world. His Majesty is well aware that Jade Capital Mountain, as a former symbol of the immortal path, holds an irreplaceable sacred position and historical memory in the hearts of all immortals in the myriad realms."

"At the same time, His Majesty the Heavenly Emperor also fully considered the profound historical and cultural value of Jade Capital Mountain as the headquarters of the Immortal Path, as well as its important milestone significance in the history of the development of the prehistoric world."

"Therefore, with the personal approval of His Majesty the Heavenly Emperor, Yujing Mountain has been listed as one of the first batch of key protected units of ancient historical and cultural heritage, and will be developed in a reasonable and protective manner to create a high-end tourist area that integrates historical education, cultural appreciation, and tracing the origins of immortality."

"And it will be open to all the gods of the primordial world and all living beings free of charge, to demonstrate the inclusive and magnanimous spirit of our Taiwei Heavenly Court in respecting history!"

When Director Nuwa said these words, all the immortals of the former Dao Alliance were moved to tears, praising His Majesty the Heavenly Emperor for his wisdom, might, and thorough consideration.

Currently, the owner of this key cultural relic site is Sanqing Tianzun.

After all, the Dao Ancestor Hongjun himself said, "One Dao is passed on to three friends."

Legally speaking, all of the Dao Alliance's assets should be inherited by the Three Pure Ones.

However, the actual person in charge of Yujing Mountain now is Taoist Yangmei.

The Three Pure Ones and Yang Mei expressed their support for the Heavenly Emperor's decision.

Many deities also agreed.

According to a concerned citizen who wished to remain anonymous, known as "Guide Fairy" and referring to the Ginseng Fruit Tree, in an interview:

"His Majesty the Heavenly Emperor's instruction not only fully respects the historical value and cultural heritage of the Immortal Path Headquarters, but also expands many new businesses for our Guide Alliance!"

"I express my firm support and affirmation for the rule of Taiwei."

Yes, not only is Kunpeng's barbecue stall open as usual, but the Ginseng Fruit Tree tour guide alliance has also reopened, and business is unexpectedly booming.

"Since Yujing Mountain was developed into a tourist attraction, the tour guide alliance's business has been booming!"

Kunpeng gradually became acquainted with the brothers Dijun and Taiyi and began chatting with them.

"Yes, putting aside its historical value, Yujing Mountain is also a top-tier blessed land in the primordial world. I never expected that the Three Pure Ones and Daoist Yangmei would agree to open it to the public for free." Di Jun was also filled with emotion.

Today, Yujing Mountain is not only a famous scenic spot, but also a sacred place for spiritual practice that is open to the public free of charge all day long.

Whether they are minor immortals who have ascended from the lower realm, newly ascended deities who are interested in the secrets of immortality, or holy beings who are devoted to cultivation, they all like to visit Jade Capital Mountain.

Although there is a limit to the amount of time each living being or deity can spend there, there is always benefit in spending more time there.

Actually, Di Jun didn't quite understand.

The Heavenly Emperor was generous because Jade Capital Mountain was not a small asset to begin with, and developing it into a tourist attraction was not a big deal.

Why were Sanqing and Yangmei so generous?

Wouldn't it be better to reclaim it and use it as a cave dwelling for one's own disciples?
At this moment, Taiyi suddenly asked, "Speaking of which, fellow Daoist, you are now a 'Celestial Master,' teaching newly ascended immortals and gods, a great responsibility indeed. I wonder what insightful opinions you have regarding the future development of Taiwei?"

Kunpeng's heart stirred; he knew this was a test.

After coming ashore, Kunpeng didn't just want to be a barbecue immortal.

Although the position of "Celestial Master" may not sound as prestigious as that of "Ancestor of the Mysterious Immortals," it is a position that truly allows one to come into contact with and exert influence on the new forces in the Celestial Realm.

My dream of a barbecue empire can perhaps be realized in a different way within the framework of the Taiwei Heavenly Court!
Thinking of this, Kunpeng packed up the perfectly roasted roc wings, sprinkled them with his secret spices, and said modestly:

"His Majesty the Heavenly Emperor is a man of great talent and ambition. The laws and regulations of the Taiwei Palace are strict and orderly, creating a magnificent spectacle unprecedented in history. How could I, a mere barbecue stall owner, have the right to comment?"

Taiyi remained noncommittal, simply saying, "Fellow Daoist, there's no need for such modesty. His Majesty the Heavenly Emperor often says that governing the primordial world is like cooking a small fish; it requires gathering wisdom from all sides and accepting wise advice."

"Fellow Daoist, you are in charge of educating the newly promoted immortals and gods, and you come into contact with the future pillars of Taiwei Enclosure every day. You must have a more personal understanding and unique insights into certain aspects."

"Please feel free to speak; consider this an exchange between us diners."

Kunpeng then composed himself, organized his thoughts, and said, "Thank you for your kindness, fellow Daoists. I will humbly offer a few words. If there is anything inappropriate, please correct me."

He paused, then continued, "I thought that Taiwei Yuan had already unified the primordial world and was just waiting to formally establish the Heavenly Court to extend its power to the four seas."

"After that, the first priority is 'integration' and 'education'."

"The Heavenly Emperor has done an excellent job in this 'integration,' as evidenced by the reconstruction of the City of All Heavens. This has made us, the immortals of the former Dao Alliance, grateful for the Heavenly Emperor's grace and quickly return to his side."

“And ‘education’ is the key to establishing a foundation for all generations.”

Di Jun nodded with a smile, signaling him to continue.

Kunpeng continued, "As a Celestial Master, I feel this even more deeply."

“The newly ascended immortals and gods I encounter every day come from all walks of life. Some are newly born intelligent beings from the primordial world, some are talented individuals who have ascended from the lower realms, and some, like myself, are those who have submitted to the previous dynasty.”

"Their foundations, philosophies, and the paths they have taken are vastly different."

"Therefore, I believe that in the future development of Taiwei, in terms of 'education', we can place more emphasis on the combination of 'standardization' and 'personalization'."

"Standardization?" Taiichi asked curiously.

"Exactly."

Kunpeng explained, “The so-called ‘standardization’ is not about erasing individuality, but about establishing a universally accepted framework of basic principles and core values ​​that Taiwei recognizes.”

"For example, loyalty to His Majesty the Heavenly Emperor, respect for the laws of Taiwei, and a sense of responsibility to all living beings in the primordial world."

"These need to be subtly instilled in the hearts of every newly promoted immortal through unified teaching materials and unified assessment standards, forming a shared sense of 'Taiwei identity'."

"Only in this way can we ensure that orders are obeyed and will be unified throughout the Heavenly Court."

"It's like my grilled chicken wings." Kunpeng cleverly used his own barbecue as an analogy.

"The basic marinating techniques and heat control follow a standard procedure, which ensures the basic taste and quality."

Di Jun laughed and said, "That's interesting. What do you mean by 'personalization' then, fellow Daoist?"

Kunpeng continued, "Personalization, on the other hand, is based on standardization, fully exploring and guiding the talents and strengths of each immortal."

"Some are skilled in formations, some are proficient in weapon crafting, some are gifted in combat, and some are adept at deducing the secrets of heaven."

"Taiwei should not force them to become people who are cut from the same mold."

"The education system should have different branches to cultivate talents in a targeted manner."

"For example, a 'Martial God Hall' could be set up to specialize in combat skills, a 'Pill and Weapon Academy' to specialize in alchemy and weapon crafting, an 'Astrology Observatory' to specialize in divination and numerology, and an 'Administrative Affairs Office' to train management personnel, and so on."

"even."

Kunpeng said with a smile, "We can also establish a 'Heavenly Dao Academy' to encourage all kinds of great paths to flourish."

"After all, to govern the prehistoric world, one needs not only strong military power, but also a prosperous culture and a flourishing path, so that the prehistoric world can enjoy long-term peace and stability."

"And another thing, I thought..."

Kunpeng spoke eloquently, his words were well-reasoned and supported by evidence, and were highly feasible.

During this time, he could use all sorts of new terms with ease.

The reason is simple: since arriving at Taiwei Yuan, Kunpeng has been surfing the Star Network intensively, actively learning all new things.

The position of Celestial Master is primarily about education and moral guidance.

Kunpeng will dedicate himself to this path from now on, using it as a foundation to establish a firm foothold in Taiweiyuan.

[Ideally, I could secure the position of Dean of the Heavenly Dao Academy!] Kunpeng was invigorated; he had new ambitions.

The identity of the progenitor of the Mysterious Immortals is no longer suitable for the new era.

The Great Way leads to the heavens; we must emulate the celestial realm and the Heavenly Emperor!
Taiyi pondered and said, "Standardization to solidify the foundation, and personalization to promote strengths... that makes some sense. In this way, we can ensure loyalty and order, and also allow the gods to give full play to their talents and the immortals to make the most of their abilities."

"Hmm, this is pretty good!"

Seeing that they had taken his words to heart, Kunpeng felt somewhat relieved and continued, "Furthermore, I also believe that 'practice' is the sole criterion for testing the effectiveness of education."

"Only through practice and growth can we truly cultivate useful talents for the Taiwei Heavenly Court."

"By combining standardization with personalization, and emphasizing both theory and practice, the talent pool of the Taiwei Heavenly Court will be inexhaustible and ever more abundant through this continuous cycle."

“The foundation of the tiny things naturally becomes more and more solid.”

After saying all this, Kunpeng finished preparing the barbecue and handed it to Taiyi and his brother.

"These are some of my basic thoughts."

"These are all from the perspective of educating newly promoted immortals and gods. They are only a small part of the whole picture and may be biased. Please forgive me, fellow Daoists."

Di Jun and Tai Yi exchanged a glance, both seeing a hint of admiration in each other's eyes.

Di Jun clapped his hands and praised, "Fellow Daoist Kunpeng's words resonate deeply with me!"

"Combining standardization with personalization, and emphasizing both theory and practice, is indeed an effective strategy for education and talent cultivation!"

Taiyi nodded and said, "That's right."

"Fellow Daoist's view, though focusing on the small matter of teaching and edification, concerns the foundation of the Taiwei world for all ages."

"If His Majesty the Heavenly Emperor heard this, he would surely praise it."

Kunpeng humbly replied, "Fellow Daoists, you flatter me!"

"It is my honor to be able to contribute my meager strength to Taiwei."

"We are all part of Taiwei!"

“That’s right, we are all part of Taiwei!” Di Jun said with admiration, thinking that Kunpeng was truly a great talent!
No wonder he was able to become the founder of the Xuanxian lineage.

"Fellow Daoist, if it's convenient, let's exchange StarNet accounts. We can exchange ideas more often in the future." Di Jun smiled as he handed over a bag of merit coins.

Kunpeng's smile grew even more genuine. "Convenient, of course it's convenient!"

After accepting the merit coins, Kunpeng added Dijun and Taiyi as friends.

Seeing that there were more and more customers near the barbecue stall, Di Jun didn't want to delay Kunpeng's business, so he politely bowed and said gently, "Then we won't disturb you any longer, fellow Daoist."

"Goodbye."

"Goodbye!"

After seeing off the brothers Di Jun and Tai Yi, Kunpeng watched the wisps of smoke rising from the oven, a slight smile playing on his lips.

To gain a foothold in Taiwei, we must unite all forces that can be united!

After encountering setbacks with several fellow Daoists, Kunpeng changed his approach and adopted a different strategy, quickly adapting to the needs of the new era.

It's not bad to be able to form a small circle with the two brothers, the Welfare Immortals.

My foundation at Taiwei is relatively weak, so some things can't be rushed; we have to take it slowly.

Someday, someday... Hmph!

Kunpeng is full of confidence in the future.

"Next! What should we grill?"

"Want a few skewers of kidneys? These are from a Kun fish that I raise in the Kunxu Realm. Eating its kidneys is very nutritious!"

Kunpeng has once again resumed its enthusiastic customer-attracting mode, its voice echoing throughout the food street.

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"Brother, you seem to value Kunpeng highly?" Taiyi asked after leaving Tian Shi Yuan.

"Yes."

Di Jun nodded slightly: "Now that heaven and earth are unified and Taiwei governs the world, the pattern of the Primordial True Realm and all the myriad realms has undergone profound changes."

"If Taiwei is to develop further and lead the world to a brighter future, we need to discover all available talents."

"Fellow Daoist Kunpeng is such a talented individual who can assist the Heavenly Emperor!"

Taiyi nodded in agreement.

Based on our conversation just now, Kunpeng does indeed possess remarkable talent in the art of teaching and guiding.

"Of course, what I value in him is not only his ability, but also something particularly important: he possesses a quality that is extremely rare among the gods of the primordial world."

"Which point?"

Di Jun uttered two words: "Loyalty!"

"Is that so?" Taiyi thought for a moment. With the entire Dao Alliance full of spies, Kunpeng seemed to have really become the last supporter of the Dao Ancestor.

Even when he first joined Taiwei Yuan, he still thought about restoring Hongjun's rule and promoting Hongjun's ideas.

It was only recently, after realizing the reality, that I had to change my mindset and regain my confidence in life.

From this perspective, Kunpeng is indeed loyal.

“Therefore, we must win him over,” Di Jun said earnestly.

As one of the rotating Heavenly Emperors of the Taiwei Enclosure, who wouldn't like a loyal deity?

The current Taiwei is not the same as the Taiwei of the past.

Although Taiwei was not serious in the past, it didn't have many people and its antics weren't too outrageous.

The current Taiwei Yuan rules over all the heavens and leads the primordial world, and has the support of all the gods of heaven and earth!

Similarly, the more gods under Taiwei's rule, the greater the instability!

The gods of Taiwei are good at creating chaos, and the other deities are no less so!

Di Jun would never forget his past experiences, which was that he was always particularly unlucky whenever it was his turn to be the Heavenly Emperor.

They always die for one reason or another.

For this purpose, he also developed a scripture called the "Scripture of the Heavenly Emperor's Reincarnation".

"I hope I won't need it during the rest of my term." Di Jun calculated that the Heavenly Emperor's term was coming to an end, with less than 200,000 years left.

The next Heavenly Emperor was originally Rahu.

Unfortunately, Rahu departed to the Dao, thus missing his chance to become the Heavenly Emperor.

So, going down the order, it would be Venerable Chenxing (Ancestral Dragon).

However, Venerable Chenxing (Zulong) was too decisive. He revealed his true identity on the spot and chose to transform into the Dao, thus losing an opportunity to unify the prehistoric world.

Following that, logically speaking, it should be the Supreme Lord Yinghuo (Yuanhuang).

But Xuanqing said that Yinghuo had encountered some problems after the war and was probably unable to assume the position of Heavenly Emperor, so Dijun should prepare accordingly.

While Di Jun was overjoyed, he also felt great worry.

Therefore, considering the current development needs of Taiwei and his own future needs after becoming the Heavenly Emperor, Dijun plans to make more preparations and establish a stable team.

Only in this way can we better manage the floods.

Kunpeng is a loyal, virtuous, and wise minister whom Dijun values!

Just as the two brothers were discussing the Kunpeng, Xuanqing sent a message.

"Fellow Daoist, it's time for a meeting."

"This is a memorial service for Fellow Daoist Chenxing and Fellow Daoist Luohou. We will also take this opportunity to discuss some outstanding issues and the founding of the Heavenly Court. If you can come, please do."

Taiyi and Dijun exchanged a glance.

"Why don't you go instead, brother?" Taiyi declined.

Di Jun looked at Tai Yi, "Is something the matter?"

"Hmm, I need to return to my divine court."

Taiyi smiled and said, "Yinglong's elder brother has fallen again. I must go and comfort her."

"..." Di Jun realized he had been too talkative and shouldn't have asked.

"go Go."

Di Jun waved his hand and went to Taiwei Yuan to attend the meeting.

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Taiwei Enclosure.

As soon as Di Jun stepped into this familiar divine realm, he keenly sensed an unusual stillness permeating the air, as well as a few deliberately suppressed yet still clear sighs.

Venerable Taibai Zhunti said, "The star Chenxing was born gloriously and died nobly!"

[Taiyin Shangzun] Wang Shu nodded: "I didn't expect him to be the ruler of the Dragon Clan. No wonder the matter of the Four Seas Returning to the Ruins went so smoothly back then."

[Jingyao Shangzun] Taishang said: "Alas, Fellow Daoist Luohou also died a heroic death. If he had not risked his life to fight against Hongjun, the Heavenly Emperor would not have been able to achieve the final victory."

"We will forever cherish the memory of the achievements of these two fellow practitioners."

"They made an indelible contribution to our victory at Taiwei Enclosure!"

The gods of Taiwei revealed solemn and grief-stricken expressions.

As soon as Di Jun entered, a moment of silence was observed.

After an unknown amount of time, the deep voice of Zhen Yuanzi, the Supreme Venerable of Zhenxing, broke the silence. He looked at Xuan Qing on the main seat and asked:
"Heavenly Emperor, with your supreme divine powers, are you not even able to 'rescue' Chenxing and Fellow Daoist Luohou?"

Xuan Qing shook his head slightly, his gaze sweeping over the two empty seats, his voice calm but tinged with a hint of helplessness: "Transformation into the Dao is different from ordinary death."

"They have integrated everything about themselves—their true spirit, the Great Dao, and their will—into the Great Dao, returning to the same state as it and becoming one with it."

"This kind of complete dissolution and dedication cannot be easily retrieved by simply 'fishing' it out."

Xuanqing was telling the truth, but only half of it.

In fact, at the moment when the Ancestral Dragon transformed into the Dao, he had already secretly activated the power of the Taiwei Heavenly Dao to try to sense and guide its true spirit.

This is the responsibility of the Taiwei Heavenly Emperor.

Although Xuanqing wasn't entirely confident at the time, he made every effort he needed to.

Then, something unexpected happened—Xuanqing couldn't sense any aura from the Ancestral Dragon at all!

It was as if, after he attained enlightenment, he had completely evaporated from all cause and effect, from all time and space.

In this situation, it could mean that the First Emperor was determined to die, like Rahu, and chose the most thorough "lying dead" option, no longer wanting to deal with the troubles of the mortal world.

Either this guy is intentionally avoiding me and doesn't want to return at this time.

A strange thought arose in Xuan Qing's mind: [Could this guy have come up with some strange and unusual concept of the Great Dao and is planning to test it out himself?] This possibility is extremely high.

After all, none of the gods in Taiwei Enclosure are easy to deal with.

Perhaps there are still differences between them in terms of absolute strength.

But in terms of creative ideas and exploratory spirit, they are absolutely evenly matched and neck and neck.

Zu Long can make all sorts of variations on the ordinary Dao of Water, so who knows if he's planning something big this time when he transforms into a Dao.

"Sigh, it's not going to be recovered anytime soon. It seems we can only wait for the right opportunity."

The gods of Taiwei looked at the two empty thrones and felt a deep sense of loss.

The thought of not seeing Luo Hou and Chen Xing for a long time in the future made them feel a little uncomfortable.

Without them, this Taiweiyuan Conference lacked some of its usual "lively" atmosphere.

"And what about Fellow Daoist Yinghuo?" [Grand Yin Venerable] Wangshu frowned slightly and asked with concern:
"Could it be that she took a direct hit from Hong Pangu's axe during the battle and was seriously injured?"

"Well, this is a problem..." Upon hearing this, Xuan Qing, who was seated at the head of the table, had a complicated look in his eyes.

He hesitated for a moment, then shook his head and said to the gods, "Everyone need not worry too much. Yinghuo's injuries are nothing serious. She will recover after a period of rest."

"only……"

He then changed the subject, saying, "She is indeed experiencing some problems right now."

"Therefore, she probably won't be able to appear in front of everyone for a while."

"As for when she will be able to reappear and recover completely, that's really hard to say."

Xuanqing's tone carried a hint of uncertainty.

"Is that so?" Upon hearing this, the gods of Taiwei, though still filled with curiosity, did not press the matter further.

Since life is not in danger, all other problems are minor.

"Heavenly Emperor, I have a question."

[Void Radiance Supreme] Styx could no longer contain himself. He raised his hand, his blood-red eyes gleaming with excitement, and asked:

"Now that the primordial world is unified and all the gods have submitted, our Taiwei Yuan team is stronger than ever before. Should we add new seats?"

This question is like a boulder thrown into a calm lake, instantly creating a thousand ripples.

The atmosphere inside the Taiwei Enclosure suddenly changed.

All the esteemed lords turned their gazes toward Xuan Qing.

When Taiwei Yuan was first established, the eleven founding members made a covenant, agreeing to take turns serving as the Heavenly Emperor and leading the operation of the organization every three hundred Yuan.

Later, with the addition of Nuwa as a new member during the Star Wars, the core seats of Taiwei Enclosure expanded to twelve.

Now, the situation in the primordial world has undergone earth-shattering changes. Taiwei Yuan is about to establish the supreme heavenly court that governs the three realms and ten directions, and all the endless heavens.

The power and majesty of this new Heavenly Emperor far surpasses that of the former Starry Sky Emperor.

Therefore, whether or not it is necessary to expand the core members of Taiwei Yuan again, so that they may also have the opportunity to take turns on the supreme throne of the Heavenly Emperor, has become a sensitive and urgent issue on everyone's mind.

This is not only related to the distribution of power, but also to the future pattern and direction of the universe.

Facing the burning gazes of the gods, Xuan Qing revealed a knowing smile and calmly said, "Regarding this question, I remember that I already gave the answer on the Conferred God Platform when I faced the gods of the primordial world!"

His voice rang out: "The Heavenly Emperor Taiwei shall rule the Three Realms and govern all directions together with the virtuous and wise men of the primordial world!"

"We take turns being the Heavenly Emperor, and they take turns being the wise men; isn't that a perfect match?"

Upon hearing this, the gods of Taiwei were slightly taken aback, carefully considering Xuanqing's words.

Immediately, their eyes lit up and they smiled knowingly.

"The Heavenly Emperor is wise!" The Supreme Lord clapped his hands and laughed.

"Wonderful! Wonderful!" Zhunti nodded repeatedly, his eyes gleaming with wisdom.

"In this way, we, the founding members, are preserved, and the wise men of the prehistoric world are given the opportunity to participate in governance. It is truly a perfect solution!" Zhen Yuanzi stroked his beard and praised.

As founding members of Taiwei Enclosure, they naturally wished to maintain their core position.

Xuanqing's proposal perfectly balanced the interests of all parties, allowing them to enjoy the honor of being the rotating Heavenly Emperor while also receiving the assistance and support of the "Sages of the Primordial World," which was undoubtedly the situation they were most happy to see.

"but……"

Just as the gods were rejoicing, Xuan Qing's voice rang out again, like a clear spring striking a stone, carrying a hint of warning:

"Don't get too excited yet."

His gaze was deep as he swept over each of the venerable ones: "The Heavenly Emperor has the responsibilities and authority of the Heavenly Emperor, and the wise men also have the duties and power of the wise men."

"The term 'co-governance' is not an empty phrase."

"If the wise men are incompetent, the Heavenly Emperor can reshuffle the deck and establish a new government."

"If the Heavenly Emperor is tyrannical, the wise men can also overthrow him and restore order."

"Therefore, in your future rotations to govern the Taiwei Heavenly Court, you must guard against arrogance and impetuosity, always maintain a sense of awe, stay true to your original aspirations, lead by example, and truly lead all living beings in the primordial world towards a more glorious and beautiful new era!"

Xuan Qing's words were like a thunderclap, instantly awakening the Taiwei gods who were immersed in joy.

They suddenly remembered the traditions of Taiwei.

What is the most important characteristic of a deity in the Taiwei Enclosure?
While doing serious work, we insist on doing "unserious" things!
Cases of the Heavenly Emperor suppressing his ministers and the ministers rebelling on the spot are not uncommon.

A Heavenly Emperor who cannot manage his ministers is not a good Heavenly Emperor.

A courtier who cannot manage affairs is a sign of incompetence.

Who doesn't rebel when they are a subject?

This is a fine tradition of Taiwei.

When Xuanqing first took office, Taiyi was quick to draw his sword. (See Chapter 80 for details)
Thinking about it this way, everyone's mood instantly changed.

“In the past, we only faced a dozen or so ‘wise men’ within the Taiwei Enclosure. Everyone knew each other well, and although we made a fuss, we still knew our limits. In the future, we will be facing the entire Primordial Three Realms, with ‘Primordial Sages’ from all races and lineages!”

"This pressure, this challenge..."

For a moment, the gods of Taiwei felt a heavy weight in their hearts.

This throne of the Heavenly Emperor is not easy to sit on!

"I knew it would be like this." A hint of understanding flashed in Di Jun's golden eyes, but his mood remained relatively calm.

The saying goes, "One is born in hardship and dies in comfort."

Because he had too many worries when he was the emperor, he began to prepare early.

Since the Heavenly Emperor and the wise men jointly govern the primordial world.

I'll first gather a team of experts, and I refuse to believe I can't make it work!

After determining the basic structure and power operation mode of the future Heavenly Court, the Taiwei Gods began to discuss the remaining issues of the two major forces, the Immortal Path and the Demonic Path.

"The unexpected fall of Fellow Daoist Luo Hou is undoubtedly a devastating blow to the entire demonic path." Venerable Taibai Zhunti spoke first, as he had been primarily responsible for liaising with demonic forces recently.

"In addition, the leader of the Demonic Sect was also severely injured by Hong Pangu and passed away on Mount Sumeru. The Demon Kings were disheartened and left the Primordial World to return to the Demon Realm."

"They said they would no longer actively participate in the prehistoric battles."

At first, Zhunti could hardly believe it when he learned of their choice.

After all, as one of the Supreme Lords of Taiwei, the Demon Ancestor never concealed his identity.

The core members of the Demonic Path faction were staunch supporters of Taiwei Enclosure, playing an indelible role in the Star Wars, the Beast Wars, and the Battle of Buzhou Mountain.

They are the most meritorious of all.

I never expected that what they called a hidden demon realm would actually be a hidden demon realm.

They even gave up Mount Sumeru, the ancestral home of the Demonic Cult.

Yes, they ceded Mount Sumeru to the leaders of the Western Loose Cultivator Alliance—the White Emperor Shaohao and Amitabha Buddha.

That is, Cundi and Jieyin.

He stumbled upon a top-tier blessed land for free; even now, Zhun Ti still doubts if he's dreaming.

It's worth mentioning that Zhunti himself revealed his identity as the White Emperor.

Because the Heavenly Emperor said he would give him a surprise.

【Taibai Shangzun】Zhunti continued, "However, Tongtian Demon Lord also said that if the Taiwei Heavenly Court is officially established, and if any force in the prehistoric world needs to create the world or hold a large-scale celebration, their Demon Realm is very willing to send a professional team to 'take over' the creation calamity."

"They guarantee excellent service, fair prices, and honesty towards all customers, young and old."

Upon hearing this, the gods couldn't help but smile.

This demonic path has truly popularized the side business of "calamity contractor".

"This is not bad." Everyone nodded.

The Demon Realm has left itself a path for development.

"The Immortal Path has already taken the initiative to dismantle the Immortal Court of Nine Heavens, removing its own political title, indicating that it should completely change its sect and from now on only refer to itself as the Mysterious Sect."

Nuwa, the director of the Taiwei Yuan office in Xuanmen, said, "Thanks to the help of fellow Daoists Sanqing, Yangmei, and many lineage masters, the immortals and gods of Xuanmen are now actively integrating into our Taiwei Yuan."

"Today, the vast majority of immortals and gods in the Xuanmen are actively learning and adapting to the concepts and order of our Taiwei Yuan, and have begun to gradually integrate."

"They showed great support and anticipation for the Heavenly Emperor and the soon-to-be-established Taiwei Heavenly Court, hoping to bask in the glory of the Heavenly Court as soon as possible and contribute their own strength to the prosperity of the prehistoric world."

"Is that so?" Xuan Qing smiled gently and nodded slightly.

The fact that the immortals and gods of the Dao Alliance submitted so quickly is largely due to the efforts of the various immortals.

"Since all the gods of heaven and earth, and all living beings in the ten directions, are looking forward to the establishment of our Heavenly Court, we cannot keep them waiting too long."

Xuanqing looked at Fuxi and asked, "Fellow Daoist Suixing, is everything ready?"

[The Venerable Jupiter] Fuxi nodded solemnly: "Everything is already prepared!"

"Seven days from now, when the auspicious time arrives, the Heavenly Emperor can move to the Star Gazing Platform, establish the complete Heavenly Realm, announce the founding of the Taiwei Heavenly Court, and reign over the entire prehistoric world!"

"it is good!"

Xuan Qing stood up, his spirits soaring, and an invisible imperial aura emanated from him.

"Then let's set it for seven days from now!"

"At that time, we will proclaim to the primordial world the arrival of a new era!"

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Seven days later.

On this day, the entire primordial world was immersed in an indescribable solemnity and anticipation.

Countless beings, regardless of their cultivation level or location, seemed to sense something and simultaneously stopped what they were doing, turning their gazes toward the highest point of the sky.

In the vast starry sky, on the jade platform, starlight flowed and the runes of the Great Dao shone, exuding a majestic aura that suppressed eternity and connected heaven and earth.

All the esteemed lords of Taiwei gathered at the Star Gazing Platform.

Furthermore, the Taiwei Heavens, with countless star gods gathered: the Three Platforms and Four Auxiliary Star Lords, the Nine Luminaries Star Officials, the Twelve Yuan Chen, the Twenty-Eight Mansions, the Eastern and Western Stars, the Northern and Southern Gods, and all the celestial beings of the heavens all came out!
Of course, the 100,000 divine kingdoms are also indispensable.

Each ray of light was uniquely colorful and endlessly dazzling.

Furthermore, there are innate spiritual roots representing the Creation Green Lotus, Five-Needle Pine, Reincarnation Purple Lotus, Ginseng Fruit Tree, and Yellow Plum.
Within the Xuanmen sect, high-ranking figures such as the Three Pure Ones, Yaochi, and Kunpeng led immortals from various lineages to the gathering.

In an instant, the heavens above were filled with celestial light, and immortals were everywhere.

"Where are those guys from the demonic path?" [Storyteller] Hongyun looked left and right.

During the great battle, the [Complaining Immortal] died, and the [Storytelling Immortal] officially went online.

"They'll probably be the last to appear." Houtu, the "Fable Immortal," also arrived. She looked at the void and said, "Don't forget how our Celestial Court was founded."

"That makes sense!" The immortals suddenly realized.

The Demon King has taken over the calamity that will ensue at the dawn of creation!
I never imagined that even though the Demon Ancestor was dead, the Demon Kings were still following this path!
"Look, the three clans have come too."

The Azure Dragon represents the dragon race.

He arrived with a group of dragon gods.

"The Dragon Clan congratulates Taiwei and presents him with the innate spiritual treasure, the Dragon Roar Flute!"

"The Phoenix Clan has come to offer their congratulations, presenting a pair of innate spiritual treasures, the Purple Spirit Pendants!"

The Vermilion Bird arrived with the Phoenix Clan elders, arriving at the same time as the Dragon Clan.

"The Qilin Clan has come to offer their congratulations and presented a Longevity Emperor Seal."

The Qilin clan only sent one powerful figure—the White Tiger God.

"The Seal of Immortality?" The expressions of the Taiwei Gods shifted slightly.

This represents the Antarctic Emperor of Immortality.

By giving this item, the Qilin Clan has already relinquished their last remaining power over Heaven.

【Fellow Daoist White Tiger is decisive.】 Azure Dragon and Vermilion Bird nodded to White Tiger Divine Lord.

"From the Northern Dark Martial Continent, the True Martial God Lord has come to offer his congratulations and presents a set of sword formations!"

The names of "Turtle and Snake Immortal" and "Water Official Emperor" have been removed from the register, so Zhenwu came in his true form.

In addition, there are also independent cultivators from the primordial world and leaders of all races.

"The Taoist priest from Weiyu Mountain has come to offer his congratulations and presents a rare herb from the grotto."

"The Sword Master of Xixuan Mountain has come to offer his congratulations and presents a blessed lotus root."

“The Taoist Xuanyang from Yuping Cave Heaven has come to offer his congratulations and presents a pair of jade chimes.”

"."

One powerful being after another came to the starry sky to offer their congratulations to the Heavenly Court.

I came to witness the ceremony while I was passing by.

"The Netherworld sends its congratulations, presenting three thousand catties of Enlightenment Tea!"

"Huh? The underworld is here too?"

The gods looked and saw that the ten Yama Kings, led by Guang Chengzi and Chi Jingzi, had all arrived.

Besides the Primordial True Realm, realm lords have also arrived one after another in the myriad realms.

"The vast universe of Haotian sends its congratulations, presenting a sample of the Heavenly Dao of the Great Universe!"

"The vast universe of mountains and seas sends its congratulations, presenting 100,000 jars of meat from the evil god of the universe."

"The Tianyuan World sends its congratulations."

"The Great Qian World sends its congratulations."

The gods of the primordial world looked at these visitors from all the heavens with curiosity in their eyes.

Unlike the universes that were once bestowed by Taiwei, this time all those who came were at least great universes and great worlds created by the Taiyi gods.

There are quite a few Great Luo Universes.

"The Titans have come to offer their congratulations!"

In the vast expanse of time and space, twelve Titan giants crossed over from another realm, ascended to the celestial sphere, and delivered a lightning shield.

"Are they all Great Luo Supremes?" The eyes of the primordial gods narrowed.

On the star-gazing platform, Xuanqing glanced sideways.

[A Deity of Fate?]

He saw a trace of destiny in the twelve Titans.

It was His power that guided the twelve Titans to come.

But the God of Fate has already fallen in the battle against the ferocious beasts.

However, His divine artifact was taken away by the God of Wisdom.

So, do they come from an independently developed world, or a world that was previously crowdfunded and invested in by demons?

Or perhaps both?

"Please!" True Lord Yousheng accepted the gifts and allowed the twelve Titans to pass.

A giant stepped forward and bowed to Xuan Qing: "Cronus, on behalf of Uranus, the king of the gods of our realm, and Gaia, the mother of the earth, I extend my greetings to you."

Xuan Qing's eyes flickered slightly, traversing endless time and space, as if he were making eye contact with a certain being.

He nodded: "Please give my regards to the ruler of your realm."

Upon hearing this, the gods of Taiwei looked at each other in bewilderment.

Is the Heavenly Emperor being so polite?

What is the origin of the Titans?
The gods suppressed their doubts and decided to try contacting them again later.

"Your Majesty, the time has come!" Fuxi reminded him.

"Boom-"

A distant and ancient bell tolled, seemingly from the ancient times, resounding throughout the heavens and the earth, cleansing the souls of every living being.

Xuanqing, dressed in a twelve-chapter robe symbolizing the Heavenly Emperor's authority and wearing a flat-topped crown, calmly and unhurriedly ascended to the highest level of the Star Gazing Platform, surrounded by a group of high-ranking officials.

He stood atop the jade platform, his gaze deep and unfathomable, looking down upon the vast and boundless primordial land below, and further away at the churning chaotic void.

"In response to the wishes of all spirits and in accordance with the will of the Great Dao, in order to establish the primordial order, to usher in an era of lasting peace, and to guide all beings toward a higher path, today, I shall establish the thirty-three heavens and set up the Taiwei Heavenly Court here!"

Xuanqing's voice, amplified by the Star Gazing Platform, transformed into a magnificent celestial sound, clearly reaching every corner of the prehistoric world and the ears of every living being.

As soon as he finished speaking, Xuan Qing slowly raised his right hand, and in his palm, an incomparably profound seal—the Heavenly Emperor Seal—quietly appeared.

Above the celestial seal, stars revolve, seemingly containing the mysteries of the entire universe.

"The celestial realm must emerge!"

Xuan Qing gave a soft shout and gently tossed the Heavenly Emperor Seal toward the sky above his head.

Rumbling--

In an instant, the wind and clouds changed color, and thunder roared!
The entire heavens trembled violently, and endless chaotic energy was drawn in by an invisible force, converging from all directions to form a gigantic chaotic vortex above the observatory.

The Heavenly Emperor shone brightly at the center of the vortex, and countless rays of starlight fell down, like a stabilizing needle, calming the raging chaotic energy.

Xuan Qing's eyes shone brightly, and a magnificent Dharma image appeared behind him, towering into the sky and surrounded by a galaxy.

He formed hand seals and chanted ancient and profound creation mantras.

"The First Heaven, the Supreme Emperor Huangzeng Heaven, is hereby established!"

With his command, at the very bottom of the chaotic vortex, pure energy suddenly rose and turbid energy descended, and a brand new, vast and boundless celestial space, accompanied by boundless radiant light, burst open!

Next!

"The Second Heaven, the Supreme Bright Jade Perfect Heaven, is here!"

"The Third Heaven, Qingming Hetong Heaven, is here!"

"The Fourth Heaven, the Heaven of Profound Embryo and Peaceful Development, is hereby established!"

……

Every time Xuanqing utters the name of a new heaven, a brand new heavenly realm is created above the nine heavens.

The pure air rose continuously, evolving into celestial mountains and pavilions, spiritual springs and waterfalls, with purple mist and golden light shining everywhere.

Layer upon layer, each layer higher and more sacred than the last.

These newly opened celestial realms do not exist in isolation, but are interconnected in an incomparably mysterious way, layer upon layer, extending upwards, like a ladder leading to the origin of the Great Dao.

As each layer of heaven was opened up, the universes within the Taiwei Heavens began to move, merging with the origin of the Thirty-Three Heavens!
Boom! ! !
Soon after, the gates of heaven opened wide, and demonic clouds rolled in.

All demon kings are fully equipped with divine attire, wearing crowns that can topple heavens, black robes and garments, exuding a calm aura and solemn expressions.

Although the Demon Ancestor is dead, the rules remain, and all the Demon Kings obey them.

"When the world was created, a calamity of demons would inevitably arise!"

The "contractor" of the demonic tribulation handled things strictly; even the Heavenly Emperor, who created the world, had to go through the demonic tribulation.

From within the Heavenly Gate of the Demon Realm, countless demonic creatures surged forth, rushing towards Xuan Qing.

"It's time to get to work!"

At this moment, all the supreme beings of Taiwei Enclosure made their moves.

Each of them activated their own Great Dao, assisting Xuanqing in stabilizing the newly born Heavenly Realm and sorting out the rules of heaven and earth, while also slaying demons.

The Supreme Being threw out the Eight Trigrams Purple Gold Furnace, Nuwa drew out the Heavenly Blade, and Wangshu offered up the Moon Mirror.
……

With the combined power of the gods, the creation of heaven and earth, though vast and magnificent, proceeded in an orderly manner.

The thirty-three celestial realms, arranged in a harmonious and orderly fashion, radiate precious light, resonate with celestial music, and are surrounded by auspicious clouds, forming a perfect and harmonious whole.

"Om-"

Heaven, moved by this, bestowed immeasurable merit and virtue.

The Heavenly Emperor takes 30%, the Supreme Lords of Taiwei take 30%, the gods and immortals under Taiwei take 20%, the Demon Kings take 10%, and the countless beings of the primordial world take 10%.

"The Holy Virtue of the Heavenly Emperor!"

Bathed in the rain of profound merit, all the gods and beings in heaven and earth bowed in gratitude to the Heavenly Emperor.

Xuanqing was enveloped in golden light of merit, his aura growing ever deeper and more profound, his majesty as imposing as a prison.

He held the Heavenly Emperor's Seal in his hand, and his voice once again resounded throughout the primordial world
"I am the first Heavenly Emperor of the Taiwei Heavenly Court, in charge of the Heavenly Rules, governing all spirits, and educating all living beings!"

"The Taiwei Heavenly Court, be established!"

Below the Star Gazing Platform, and throughout the primordial world, whether it was the Supreme Being of Taiwei Enclosure, the newly surrendered Xuanmen Immortal Clan, or all the myriad races of beings, at this moment, they all bowed deeply towards the Taiwei Heavenly Court in the Nine Heavens.

"We pay our respects to the Heavenly Emperor!"

The thunderous cheers of support converged into a torrent that soared into the sky, shattering the endless chaos!

"May the Heavenly Emperor be wise and benevolent! May the Heavenly Court be forever secure!"

Countless divine lights rose from the primordial land, like rivers flowing into the sea, surging towards the newly opened thirty-three heavens, searching for their own place and mission.

Dragons roar and phoenixes sing, unicorns present auspicious omens, a hundred flowers bloom, and sweet rain falls everywhere.

The entire primordial world was immersed in a joyous and peaceful atmosphere.

A brand new era has officially begun, under the guidance of the Heavenly Emperor Taiwei and with the joint support and witness of all the gods!
Sigrún has taught at the Iceland University of the Arts as a part-time lecturer since and was Dean of the Department of Fine Art from -. In – she held a research position at Reykjavík Art Museum focusing on the role of women in Icelandic art. She studied fine art at the Icelandic College of Arts and Crafts and at Pratt Institute, New York, and holds BA and MA degrees in art history and philosophy from the University of Iceland. Sigrún lives and works in Iceland.

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I originally planned to write 9,000 words, but then I thought I'd just finish it all at once, so I'm posting it all at once.

It's a bit late, but the quantity is huge!
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