Primordial Era: Mistakenly Taking Emperor Xin as Father, Nuwa is Destroyed at the Start

Golden light shone brightly, and actually condensed into a majestic and ancient illusory edict above Di Xin's head, exuding endless pressure!

Shang Rong and Empress Jiang were stunned by the sight.

"What...what is this?" Shang Rong's voice trembled slightly.

Di Xin proudly declared, "This is... oh wait, no, it's the edict of the Emperor!"

Seeing the surging imperial aura emanating from Di Xin and the mysterious talisman.

Shang Rong and Empress Jiang were completely stunned, and the words of persuasion that were on the tip of their tongues were swallowed back down.

Shang Rong composed himself and cautiously asked, "Your Majesty is truly insightful! Then... then which expert do you intend to invite to join the ranks of my Great Shang?"

Di Xin had already decided, and blurted out, "Yuan Hong of Meishan!"

He explained, "I was kind to him in my younger days. He is a man of great loyalty and righteousness, and his strength is formidable. Asking him to come out of seclusion is the most suitable thing to do."

Shang Rong thought about it and agreed: "Yuan Hong is indeed a good candidate. I will go and prepare the troops and ceremonial guards immediately. We will depart in five days to go to Meishan to invite him."

"Five days? That's too slow!" Di Xin immediately waved his hand in rejection. "The people can't wait! There's no time to lose; I and King Wu Cheng will go right now!"

He pointed at Huang Feihu: "Ride Feihu's Five-Colored Divine Ox, quick!"

Upon hearing this, Shang Rong became even more anxious: "Your Majesty! This...this is far too hasty! The etiquette is inadequate, and it may appear that we lack sincerity!"

He felt it was too shabby for the emperor, a man of such stature, to go and invite people in such a simple manner.

Di Xin and Huang Feihu exchanged a glance and couldn't help but burst into laughter.

"Hahaha!"

Di Xin patted the bulging storage bag at his waist (which was filled with yellow plums) and said mysteriously:

"Prime Minister, you're overthinking it! My sincerity is far more effective than bringing a thousand troops or displaying the grandest ceremonies!"

Looking at Di Xin's confident demeanor, Shang Rong was even more bewildered, completely unable to understand what kind of treasure could compare to such a grand ceremony.

Empress Jiang stood behind, watching Di Xin embark on another adventure, her eyes reddening as she secretly wiped away tears.

Di Xin noticed her unusual behavior and asked, "Zitong, what's wrong?"

Empress Jiang quickly bowed, her voice choked with sobs and shame: "Your Majesty... Your Majesty feels utterly useless. Your Majesty is working tirelessly for the country, running around everywhere, while I can only stand here distributing porridge, unable to offer any real help..."

Di Xin walked over and gently comforted him, "Zitong, don't think like that. Your relief efforts for the disaster victims and your efforts to calm the people have already done me a great favor."

He paused for a moment, then suddenly remembered the top beauty (Yunxiao) who had just arrived in Li Xuan's courtyard. His eyes lit up, and he said seriously, "However... if Zitong really wants to help me again, besides disaster relief, there is indeed something else."

Empress Jiang raised her tearful eyes: "Your Majesty, please give your orders."

Di Xin lowered his voice: "Keep a watchful eye on things for me, and search for the most beautiful women in the world."

He quickly added, "Remember! Don't use the guise of selecting a concubine. Just say... just say that I'm seeking talented individuals for the country and suitable partners for beautiful women!"

Empress Jiang: "Huh???"

She was stunned.

Just a moment ago he was brimming with murderous intent, declaring that he would become a god and fight against the Heavenly Court.

How come in the blink of an eye, it's turned into a search for beauties from all over the world?

This topic jump is too big!

And what does it mean to find a good match for a beauty? Who exactly is this for?

Why does that sound so strange?

Her mind was in complete chaos, and she couldn't follow Shen Xin's train of thought at all.

"Your Majesty... what... what is the connection between seeking beauty and fighting against the Heavenly Court?" Empress Jiang tried to understand.

However, before she could even ask clearly...

Di Xin's figure flashed, transforming into a flying rainbow.

"Flying Tiger, let's go!"

Huang Feihu immediately responded, "Yes!"

The two disappeared into the horizon in the blink of an eye, leaving behind Empress Jiang, who stood there bewildered and disheveled in the wind, and Shang Rong, who was equally confused.

Empress Jiang looked in the direction where Di Xin had disappeared, and then thought about what he had just said. She felt both amused and exasperated, muttering to herself, "What...what was all this about..."

……

The five-colored divine ox had just risen into the clouds.

Huang Feihu immediately warned Emperor Xin, "Your Majesty, I sense that someone is secretly watching us."

After taking Huang Zhongli, his perception of everything around him became increasingly acute.

Even gods and immortals cannot easily deceive him.

Di Xin was not surprised by this.

He even felt it was to be expected that someone was spying on him. He calmly stated, "It doesn't matter. I just want them to see."

His gaze was resolute: "Our Great Shang's investiture of gods this time is to be done openly and legitimately, through a strategy that leaves no room for refusal!"

……

Above the Heavenly Court, in the Lingxiao Palace.

Upon hearing the news from Venus, the Jade Emperor's lips curled into a disdainful smile, and he scoffed aloud:

"Ha! He proclaims himself a god? That brat Di Xin really thinks he's something special?"

His tone was full of disdain.

After all, the Heavenly Court only managed to maintain its authority by relying on the endorsement of Dao Ancestor Hongjun.

Even so, there are still so many deities who obey orders but not proclamations.

Di Xin? A mere mortal ruler with hardly any decent immortals under his command, yet he dares to presume to bestow titles upon gods?

What else could it be but a joke?

Venus bowed and echoed, "Your Majesty is absolutely right. How can a mortal emperor usurp the authority of the Heavenly Court? Such an act is nothing short of a fool's dream."

He then changed the subject, mentioning a key figure:

He then changed the subject, mentioning a key figure:

"However, Yuan Hong, the leader of the Seven Monsters of Meishan, is a problem. He is quite strong and very loyal. It seems that Emperor Xin did him a favor in his early years. If he goes to invite him personally, he might actually agree."

Taibai Jinxing's face showed worry: "If a great demon like Yuan Hong is really recruited by the Shang Dynasty, and this sets a precedent, others will likely follow suit. It won't be easy to handle."

A shadowy glint flashed in Haotian's eyes, and he coldly snorted, "Hmph! You ungrateful wretch!"

After a moment's thought, he commanded, "Taibai, quickly go to Meishan for me and deliver a message to the Seven Monsters. Tell them to weigh their own abilities and not make any mistakes! A wise person knows when to yield! Many things still need to... go with the flow!"

Venus was not surprised when he heard this; it was indeed His Majesty's usual method of reprimanding.

But he still chimed in with a reminder: "Your Majesty is wise. However... mere verbal persuasion may not be enough to deter you. If you could explain the consequences while offering a position in the Heavenly Court... perhaps the effect would be better. After all, a combination of 'stick' and 'sweet treat' is what makes people obedient."

Upon hearing this, Haotian found it quite reasonable and began to ponder it, stroking his beard.

Official positions? What kind of official positions would be suitable for these moisture-born, egg-laying, scaled and armored demons?

He despised these monsters from the bottom of his heart.

After a moment, as if remembering something, he waved his hand dismissively, his tone carrying a casual, almost condescending tone:

"Oh, I remember now. The position of Bi Ma Wen in the Heavenly Stables is still vacant, isn't it? Perfect! Let the Seven Monsters of Meishan go to heaven and take charge of the heavenly horses for me! This is a great honor for them."

Upon hearing this, Venus couldn't help but inwardly rant:

"My lord! The reason why the Heavenly Court, despite having the backing of the Dao Ancestor, still has a large number of deities who obey orders but not summons, and is in a state of stagnation, is truly thanks to your style of handling affairs!"

To put it bluntly, it boils down to three words: petty and stingy!

They valued official positions too much and were stingy.

Moreover, deep down, Haotian, who was born as a disciple of the Dao Ancestor, looked down on those demons who were covered in scales and armor and were born from eggs in the wet.

Take, for example, the official position of Bi Ma Wen (弼马温) that has been given to us now.

In Venus's eyes, this was nothing short of humiliating!

Sending a group of unruly demons to raise horses? How could Your Majesty even think of that!

But in Haotian's eyes, this was already a great blessing, giving these lowly demons a chance to curry favor with the Heavenly Court and cleanse themselves of their demonic aura!

However, he was just a working-class man after all.

He could only silently obey his superiors' orders; how could he dare to offend Haotian on this matter?

Moreover, although the position of Bi Ma Wen sounds extremely lowly and ridiculous, it is at least a nominal but idle position in the Heavenly Court.

No matter what, it's much better than the so-called "divine position" verbally bestowed by the great merchant emperor, right?

With this thought of self-comfort, Venus suppressed his helplessness and bowed in agreement:

"Yes, Your Majesty! I will go and do it immediately."

Then, he rode on auspicious clouds, left the Lingxiao Palace, and sped towards Meishan in the lower realm.

……

At the same time.

Meishan, inside the cave.

The Seven Eccentrics of Meishan gathered together. The atmosphere was somewhat somber.

A little demon rushed in to report: "Your Majesty, Emperor Xin and King Huang Feihu, riding their five-colored divine oxen, have arrived at the mountain gate! They say they have important business to discuss!"

The cave fell silent the moment those words were spoken.

Everyone is smart enough to immediately connect this to the recent uproar over the conflict between the Shang Dynasty and the Heavenly Court.

Before the eldest brother, Yuan Hong, could speak, the second brother, Dai Li, couldn't hold back any longer and hurriedly advised, "Brother! Is there even a question? Di Xin is coming at this time because he definitely wants to drag us into this and help him rebel against the Heavenly Court! This matter is too dangerous; we can't get involved!"

His words immediately drew opposition.

The third son, Jin Dasheng, had a loud and clear voice:

"Second Brother, you're wrong! His Majesty the Human Emperor saved Eldest Brother's life! We demons value loyalty above all else. Would it be right for us to back down now? Besides, when have those guys in the Heavenly Court ever given us a second glance? What's wrong with fighting them?"

"That's right! The Heavenly Court is nothing!" the fourth brother, Zhu Zizhen, also shouted.

"Yeah! What are we afraid of!" Old Five Yang Xian chimed in.

For a time, the cave was filled with noise and commotion, divided into two factions.

Dai Li felt the risk was too great, while Jin Dasheng and the others felt that loyalty was paramount and they couldn't back down.

"That's enough!"

Yuan Hong slammed his hand on the stone table. The sound wasn't loud, but it carried an undeniable authority that instantly silenced all the arguments.

He glanced around, his gaze resolute: "Stop arguing. His Majesty the Human Emperor saved my life during my tribulation, a debt I must repay. Regardless of his purpose in coming, I must see him!"

After saying that, he ignored the complicated looks in his brothers' eyes, stood up abruptly, and strode out of the cave.

The remaining six oddballs looked at each other.

The boss has spoken, what else can we do? Whether we are worried or excited, we can only bite the bullet and follow.

Outside the mountain gate.

Di Xin and Huang Feihu stood quietly beside the five-colored divine ox, waiting.

Yuan Hong strode out with his men, his gaze landing directly on Di Xin. Without any pleasantries, he cut to the chase:

"Your Majesty, I, Yuan Hong, will forever remember your great kindness and will surely repay it. If you have come here to oppose the Heavenly Court..."

He paused, then spoke with absolute certainty:

"I, Yuan Hong, will go with you! But my brothers, no! This is dangerous; I can't implicate them!"

As soon as he said that, his six brothers behind him immediately erupted in chaos!

"Brother! What nonsense are you talking about!"

Dai Li was the first to jump up, his previous worries turning into fury. "We, the Seven Freaks of Meishan, have been through thick and thin together for so many years! You're going to risk everything alone while we cower behind? I, Dai Li, will never allow it!"

"That's right! Big brother, you underestimate us!" Jin Dasheng's eyes widened like copper bells. "We live together, we die together! What's the Heavenly Court? We brothers have never been afraid of anyone!"

"That's right! Wherever Big Brother goes, we'll go!"

Zhu Zizhen, Yang Xian, Chang Hao, and Wu Long roared in unison, their voices echoing through the mountains and forests.

The two factions that were just arguing have now surprisingly aligned themselves—to live and die together!

Huang Feihu watched from the sidelines, nodding secretly in admiration, thinking to himself, "The demon race's reputation for loyalty and righteousness is truly well-deserved."

Looking at the seven tough men before him, Di Xin was filled with emotion and a sense of satisfaction.

A smile appeared on his face, and he said loudly, "Brother Yuan Hong, and all the heroes of Meishan, you have misunderstood."

His gaze swept over the crowd, carrying an aura of powerful confidence:

"I have come here to fight against the Heavenly Court and for the self-reliance of the human race! But in my view, this is not a risky move, but rather a tremendous opportunity! A great fortune bestowed upon you brothers!"

"Opportunity? Fortune?" Dai Li couldn't help but scoff, his face full of disbelief. "Human Emperor, aren't you just exaggerating? Going against the Heavenly Court, how can that be an opportunity?"

He pointed to the sky, his tone mocking:

"That's the Heavenly Court! The legitimate authority of the Three Realms, appointed by the Dao Ancestor! We brothers may have some skills, but we're not arrogant enough to think we can challenge the entire Heavenly Court! You call this an opportunity? Forgive my bluntness, but it's more like sending us to fill a pit!"

Although Jin Dasheng and the others didn't say anything, their eyes revealed suspicion.

They valued loyalty and were willing to go through fire and water with their elder brother, but when it came to calling it a "great opportunity" or "fortune," they felt that Di Xin's words were a bit too grandiose.

Yuan Hong frowned slightly, looked at Di Xin, and said in a deep voice:

"Your Majesty, although Dai Li is outspoken, his words, though rough, are not without merit. To defy the Heavenly Court is no small matter. As for your talk of opportunity and destiny… I don't know where to begin?"

He needed an explanation, an explanation that could convince him, and even more so, his brothers.

Seeing this, Di Xin stopped trying to explain.

His gaze shifted and landed on a henchman, a common soldier, who was following behind the Seven Freaks of Meishan.

Di Xin asked him directly, "If your seven kings are willing to follow me out of the mountains and serve the Shang Dynasty, would you also be willing to go and be appointed by the Shang Dynasty as a mountain god?"

The soldier, who was suddenly called out by name, was clearly taken aback.

He snapped out of his daze and, almost without thinking, nodded vigorously, "Yes! I'm willing!"

His tone was a mix of excitement and fear.

After all, the Seven Freaks of Meishan were highly skilled and looked down on the position of Mountain God.

He was just a common soldier, what did he have to look down on? If he could really become a mountain god, of course he would be willing.

Of course, after the initial excitement, his eyes also held a hint of doubt, clearly indicating that he didn't quite understand.

Given Di Xin's strength, how could he possibly become the mountain god?

Upon seeing this, Di Xin smiled slightly and said no more.

He took a step forward and stopped.

Above his head, in the void, a vast and boundless golden aura suddenly surged and condensed.

In the blink of an eye, it transformed into an illusory yet incomparably majestic talisman!

The talisman exuded an indescribable, profound aura, as if it carried the will and destiny of the entire human race.

When Yuan Hong and the others saw this, their eyes widened in astonishment.

Yuan Hong, in particular, had a glint of light in his eyes, filled with disbelief and astonishment.

He was shocked by two things: First, how could Di Xin, the emperor, suddenly be able to cultivate, and with such an extraordinary aura?

Secondly, he himself was at the level of a half-step Great Luo Golden Immortal, and was considered a top expert in the prehistoric world. Yet at this moment, he couldn't see through the depth of this talisman at all!

He could only sense the overwhelming humanistic energy surging within the talisman, so profound that it made his heart pound with fear.

"What...what is this?"

Yuan Hong couldn't help but blurt out the question, his voice carrying a hint of seriousness that he himself didn't realize.