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"That's true, but you should know very well that no one else is qualified to hold the position of divine messenger except you. Their strength is simply not enough, and the Moon Goddess would never agree to it, since this position was originally prepared for you by the Moon Goddess."

“If you, brother, do not take on this responsibility, it will be a terrible thing for the entire Guanghan Realm, because you need a certain status and position to lead all the saints in the Guanghan Realm. As for the position of the World Prince, it should have been yours originally, but since you are not a being of the Guanghan Realm for the time being, we cannot let you take on this position. Unless you are willing to truly join the Guanghan Realm, this position has nothing to do with you.”

Zhao Shuang frowned at Zhang Ruoji's words, then glanced at Zhang Ruoji again before speaking with a smile.

"These words were given to you by the Moon Goddess, or perhaps the Moon Goddess instructed you to say them to me. She wanted to use these words to persuade me to directly assume the position of divine messenger, right?"

When Zhao Shuang asked him, Zhang Ruoji remained silent, neither denying nor admitting it.

"Alright, that's all the little schemes you have. I understand what you mean, but I really have no interest in the position of Divine Envoy. However, you're right, without sufficient status and identity, it is indeed a troublesome matter to command all the saints in the entire Guanghan Realm. Fine, then I'll take on the position of Divine Envoy."

Zhao Shuang's words brought a bright smile to Zhang Ruoji's face, as if he had expected it. For Zhao Shuang, whether or not he took on the position wasn't particularly significant; he simply chose to accept it anyway. Then, Zhao Shuang's gaze fell upon the divine figure on Moon God Mountain.

"You must be the Heavenly King! You're so handsome!"

Just as Zhao Shuang was about to say something, a fragrant breeze wafted by his side, and then a clever and mischievous girl appeared before him. This girl was named Su Qingling, a well-known young woman in the entire Guanghan Realm, with an extremely high status. Her beautiful eyes were incredibly lively, captivating all who looked at her. For Zhao Shuang, the girl's appearance was not unexpected, as he had already noticed many eyes on him, and the girl's gaze was the most conspicuous.

"I am indeed the Heavenly King you mentioned, and I am also very handsome, but just say what you want to say directly, instead of wasting time here."

Although the girl in front of her was beautiful and of somewhat distinguished status, she did not hold much appeal for Zhao Shuang, and the girl's behavior was causing her elders a great deal of trouble.

They never expected the girl to be so audacious as to directly approach Zhao Shuang.

Fortunately, Zhao Shuang had a good temper and didn't hold a grudge against a young girl; otherwise, they really wouldn't know how to handle the situation.

"I would like you to teach me a set of cultivation techniques or powerful supernatural abilities that are suitable for me. I wonder if you would be willing."

The girl's straightforwardness surprised Zhao Shuang. He knew that once a cultivation technique reached the Yellow Extreme Realm, it was very difficult to change. As for supernatural abilities, only gods could cultivate them, generally requiring at least the Great Sage realm. Moreover, exceptional talent was also required. The girl's directness was truly astonishing. However, Zhao Shuang simply shook his head at her request and said calmly.

"Although I possess many cultivation techniques and supernatural abilities, I absolutely cannot pass them on to a little girl like you, otherwise it would only bring you mortal danger. Even if your status is extremely high, it doesn't matter. And because your high status only applies to this Guanghan Realm; in the entire Heavenly Court Realm, your status and position are nothing. So, whoever sent you to ask me for these cultivation techniques and supernatural abilities, tell them to shut up and not to even think about getting my techniques and abilities. I will absolutely not teach them to anyone casually. If you really want to learn, you can go to the Moon Goddess; she should have them too, so there's no need to come to me. I absolutely will not teach them. If you insist on me teaching them, I can only say one word: Get lost."

Zhao Shuang's words made the girl's face turn very ugly, even pale, and sad.

"I knew it, I'm leaving now."

After speaking, the girl, her face pale, bowed to Zhao Shuang and left. Zhao Shuang frowned at her strange behavior. He felt she had come under orders from someone of considerable status, but he couldn't immediately identify who it was. If it were the Moon Goddess, she wouldn't send a young girl to ask him for cultivation techniques and supernatural abilities; that didn't fit her character. As for the others in the Guanghan Realm, they seemed to have little to do with him. After all, he had no interaction with them.

The main reason is that 100,000 years have passed, and the only gods in the entire Guanghan Realm who recognize him are the Moon Goddess and the Tree Goddess.

The Tree God would never send a little girl to find him; even if he did, he would send the Moon Goddess instead.

As for the Moon Goddess, that's impossible. If the Moon Goddess wanted it, she could simply ask him for it directly.

So this is a very strange thing, which Zhao Shuang can't understand at all.

Although he didn't understand it, he didn't intend to delve into it, as now was not the time. It was too early to investigate further, and the most important thing right now was the competition for the position of Divine Envoy. Many wanted this position, but almost everyone believed Zhao Shuang was the best candidate. Zhao Shuang didn't deny their assessment. The position did indeed hold some value for him. As his brother had said, he needed sufficient status and power to command the entire Guanghan Realm. And that status and power naturally lay in the position of Divine Envoy.

"The competition for the position of Divine Envoy has begun. When will you go up to compete?" Zhang Ruoji's voice rang in Zhao Shuang's ears again. Zhao Shuang simply nodded silently and then stepped forward. "Everyone, I want this position of Divine Envoy. Does anyone have any objections?"

"This Heavenly King is really domineering. Does he really think he is still the same Heavenly King he once was? He actually said he wanted the position of Divine Messenger, and that's it."

Seeing the domineering Great Sages of the Guanghan Realm, especially those few who were in charge, they couldn't help but laugh. Clearly, they were somewhat dissatisfied with Zhao Shuang's actions. After all, Zhao Shuang was no longer the powerful figure he once was.

Such domineering behavior naturally aroused their dissatisfaction. However, despite their dissatisfaction, they also wanted to see if Zhao Shuang could actually obtain the position of Divine Envoy.
Of course, deep down they still hoped that Zhao Shuang could successfully become the divine envoy, which would deepen their relationship with the Guanghan Realm.

“Your Majesty, the position of Divine Envoy is based on strength. If one is not strong enough, it would be a disgrace to try to take on this role.”

Not many people in the Guanghan Realm actually know Zhao Shuang's true identity.

In reality, very few of the victors knew Zhao Shuang's true identity; it was mostly those Great Sages who held sway over the realm. Only his disciples and later generations might know Zhao Shuang's true identity, while others only knew that he was a Heavenly King appointed by the Moon Goddess.

Although they were somewhat surprised by this identity, they didn't take Zhao Shuang too seriously. After all, it wasn't a big deal for a god to bestow the title of Heavenly King; they wouldn't care too much about it. That's why the victors of the Guanghan Realm didn't take Zhao Shuang too seriously.

Zhao Shuang glanced at the victor who had made the provocative remark and then slapped him across the face.

This slap was incredibly powerful, sending the winner flying quite a distance.

“I think some of you will have objections, so you can all come at me together.”

Zhao Shuang looked around at the many saints whose faces were turning pale, and his smile became even brighter, full of provocation. His words made the saints around him look much uglier.

Some of them knew Zhao Shuang's identity, but most were unaware, only knowing that he was a Heavenly King. Those winners who knew Zhao Shuang's identity didn't intend to tell their companions, knowing full well that revealing it would likely result in punishment. So, they wisely chose not to tell others. Even so, they didn't reveal their knowledge, choosing instead to quietly withdraw.

As this group withdrew, other intelligent sages naturally noticed something amiss, because these people were all extraordinary. Their withdrawal indicated that Zhao Shuang's identity must also be exceptional. Therefore, these intelligent victors also chose to withdraw.

Soon, only one-third of the winners remained who had chosen to attack Zhao Shuang or who disliked her. Zhao Shuang smiled at these remaining winners.

“I know you’re not convinced, but you can all come at me together now, and I guarantee I’ll make you submit. Of course, if you don’t have the guts, that’s fine too, I won’t mind. In that case, please shut your mouths and get lost, don’t get in my way.”

Zhao Shuang's arrogant words completely enraged these people as well.

They basically exchanged a tacit glance, then surged forward and attacked Zhao Shuang. It could be said that over a hundred victors attacked Zhao Shuang at once. These hundred saints were almost all at the peak of their power as victors. One can imagine how formidable their strength was. But for Zhao Shuang, it was merely a matter of one slap versus two. Thus, a gust of wind appeared before Zhao Shuang, a gust containing hundreds of slaps.

Then came the sounds of bangs, bangs, bangs, bangs. All the victors who had attacked Zhao Shuang were sent flying in one swift motion. If these Saints hadn't possessed extraordinary identities and considerable strength, Zhao Shuang would have killed them all with a single slap.

For Zhao Shuang, it wasn't too difficult either.

Without a doubt, the position of Divine Envoy was Zhao Shuang's for the taking this time, and the other victors didn't dare to even consider vying for it. Although they all desperately wanted the position, they weren't fools; they could see they were no match for Zhao Shuang, and if they insisted on courting death, even their backers couldn't save them. So they were slapped until their heads looked like pigs. Yet, not one of them sought revenge, because they weren't fools; they certainly wouldn't go and fight someone they couldn't possibly defeat.

"Very good, very good, you've all become smarter, that's good. Wouldn't it have been better if you'd done this sooner? Since you're all so smart, I won't hold it against you anymore. If any of you still have objections, feel free to continue attacking. I guarantee I'll fight to the end, but this time I won't hold back. I'll go all out. I can't guarantee there won't be any deaths, but I'm certain there will be. So don't worry. Oh, and if you attack, I won't be polite. I'll kill you all. I'll wipe out everyone who attacks me. That way, they won't be a hindrance in the Holy War of Merit. After all, it's too easy for such fools to be a hindrance. Now, all you have to do is listen to me. I know there's another Realm Child besides me, and I hope he'll obey. Don't cause me any trouble. If he does, I won't be polite. Remember, absolutely don't cause me any trouble. If you do, you'll die too. That's the only thing I can guarantee you: if you cause trouble, you'll die."

Zhao Shuang's words were blunt and decisive, causing everyone's faces to turn extremely ugly, especially Wu Hao, the World Prince. He had never imagined that Zhao Shuang would be so disrespectful, even threatening his life—something he had never considered. Even so, he dared not say anything, because his elders had made it clear: in the Holy War of Merit, everyone must obey Zhao Shuang's orders; disobeying would mean death. Everyone would die, and he was well aware of Zhao Shuang's identity and status. Even though he currently looked down on Zhao Shuang, he knew he was not someone he could afford to offend. Otherwise, he might become a criminal against the entire Kunlun Realm, a crime he could not bear. Therefore, he chose to remain silent, offering no rebuttal. Zhao Shuang was very satisfied with his actions, nodding and saying nothing more. Thus, the position of Divine Envoy was confirmed. (End of Chapter)