The comet remained silent, only relentlessly unleashing heavenly tribulations.

Chapter 90 Founding a sect

After seeing the demon god's mansion that had been taken over, even though Lu Ban was used to all kinds of divine creations, he couldn't help but marvel and looked around the main hall for a long time.

"What an ancient demon god's palace! It's truly a grand undertaking."

He then continued to examine the remaining demonic runes and restrictions on it, and exclaimed, "Although the ancient demon court has long been destroyed, its craftsmanship was indeed unique."

Having already promised Song Yi, he naturally kept his word and quickly summoned a group of celestial officials and divine officers to begin repairing the demon god's residence.

However, this mansion has been eroded by hundreds of millions of years. Although the main structure still exists and has not completely collapsed, the interior is already dilapidated and many demonic runes and restrictions have almost disappeared.

Even with numerous master craftsmen in the Heavenly Crafts Bureau, a complete restoration would not be an easy task that could be accomplished overnight.

Upon seeing this, Song Yi temporarily entrusted the matter to Lu Ban and then turned to Lingbao Bureau to request an audience with Yi Bian Zhenjun.

Inside the Lingbao Bureau, a radiant light filled the air, and divine weapons and magical artifacts floated and sank all around, with the faint echoes of the Great Dao reverberating within.

With a flick of his sleeve, Song Yi took out all the divine weapons and magical treasures he had obtained from the Demon God's mansion.

In an instant, the palace was filled with a dazzling array of precious lights, and demonic energy and divine light intertwined, revealing a sense of ancient and primordial desolation.

"Ancient demon court relics?"

Yi Bian Zhenjun reached out and took a black gold spear, slowly stroking the ancient patterns on it, a hint of emotion appearing in his eyes.

"It is said that the ancient demon race's way of refining weapons is completely different from that of the Taoist sect today. It has its own system and a unique and profound meaning."

At this point, he shook his head slightly: "It's a pity that the Heavenly Demon Restriction inside has long since dissipated, and even the core demonic runes are incomplete. Otherwise, we could still glean some secrets of the ancient demon race's weapon-forging techniques from it."

Then, Yi Bian Zhenjun lowered his spear and looked up at Song Yi: "What brings you to the Lingbao Bureau, Zhenjun?"

Song Yi cupped his hands and said, "This humble god wishes to exchange these divine weapons and magical treasures for three thousand sets of celestial weapon-style magical treasures."

Upon hearing this, Yi Bian Zhenjun couldn't help but chuckle: "Zhenjun certainly has a big appetite."

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He raised his hand and waved it, and all the divine weapons immediately floated in mid-air, as if he were carefully assessing their value.

After a moment, he slowly spoke: "Although these divine weapons are mostly forged from innate divine metal and are quite valuable, they are severely damaged, and many of their restrictions have become ineffective. They are still far from enough to exchange for three thousand sets of standard magic treasures."

"How about a thousand sets?"

"I can provide you with the same rations as the Imperial Guards of the Heavenly Prison."

Upon hearing this, Song Yi's gaze shifted slightly.

A standard set of celestial soldier-style magical artifacts includes a set of divine iron immortal armor, a heart-protecting mirror, a standard flying sword, a formation-splitting spear, as well as a cloak, immortal boots, and other equipment.

Ordinary celestial soldiers are not qualified to wear them; only elite celestial soldiers in the Earthly Immortal Realm are qualified to be equipped with complete standard magical treasures.

The Heavenly Prison Guards are the elite troops guarding the Heavenly Prison, and their standard magical artifacts are a level higher than those of ordinary heavenly soldiers, making them exceptionally valuable.

Exchanging these ancient divine weapons obtained from the ruins of the demon god is practically a risk-free business, so no matter how you calculate it, you won't lose out.

After a moment's thought, Song Yi nodded in agreement: "I will do as the True Lord says."

Then, Yi Bian Zhenjun waved his sleeve and ordered his men to retrieve a thousand sets of celestial soldier-style magical artifacts from the Lingbao Bureau's treasury.

In a short while, a group of celestial officials filed in, each holding a jade plate, upon which precious light flowed and divine radiance shone, instantly illuminating the entire hall with a glowing light.

Song Yi casually picked up a standard longsword. The sword was as thin as a cicada's wing, and its blade gleamed with a faint cold light. Intricate cloud patterns were engraved on it, and a faint spiritual energy flowed within it.

He flicked his finger lightly, and instantly a clear, resonant sword cry echoed throughout the hall, like a dragon's roar as it was drawn from its sheath, the lingering sound lasting a long time.

The sound of the sword alone was enough to show that this sword was of far superior quality to ordinary magical treasures.

Song Yi was secretly pleased; it was indeed worthy of being used by the Imperial Guards of the Heavenly Prison.

"Thank you, True Lord."

Song Yi bowed respectfully, then waved his sleeve and stored all one thousand sets of heavenly weapons and magical treasures into the golden pagoda.

After leaving the Lingbao Bureau, Song Yi did not rush back to the Daoist temple. Instead, he rode a cloud slowly through the Heavenly Court, pondering the matter.

Now that I am about to descend to the mortal realm to establish a temple, what I lack most is enough manpower.

Although he had the Golden Armor Battalion under his command, they were ultimately subordinate to the Qing Astronomical Bureau.

The Golden Armor Camp was originally established to serve the Eight Departments of Heaven. If it were to be brought down to the mortal realm rashly, it would be somewhat illegitimate.

After much deliberation, Song Yi finally changed direction and headed towards Tian Shu Mansion.

Inside the Tian Shu Palace, Venus sat regally on a cloud bed, his body exuding an ethereal aura and an air of composure.

Song Yi stepped forward and bowed, saying, "Greetings, Your Majesty."

Venus nodded slightly and asked, "May I ask what brings you here, True Lord?"

Song Yi pondered for a moment, then spoke, "There are many demons in the mortal realm. I wish to set up a guard camp around my Daoist temple. I wonder if the Heavenly Court would allow me to form a Heavenly Army to protect the temple?"

Upon hearing this, Venus was taken aback at first, then chuckled and shook his head, saying, "You certainly have some nerve. If Wuqu Xingjun and Lita Tianwang heard this, they would probably immediately submit a memorial impeaching you. What do you think the Heavenly Soldiers are? How could ordinary righteous gods command and mobilize them at will? With your current position as a sixth-rank True Lord, having more than ten Heavenly Soldiers to protect you, along with two or three hundred Heavenly Soldiers at your beck and call, is already considered an exceptional favor from the Heavenly Court."

Upon hearing this, Song Yi couldn't help but sigh slightly.

In fact, he already had some understanding of the Heavenly Court's military system.

The so-called heavenly soldiers can be roughly divided into two categories.

The first type is the Heavenly Soldiers. These Heavenly Soldiers are mostly between the Returning to the Void Realm and the Earth Immortal Realm. They are the most numerous and are widely distributed in the various palaces and halls of the Thirty-Three Heavens, responsible for patrolling, guarding and other tasks.

The second type, however, are the true celestial soldiers.

These heavenly soldiers all possess the strength of Earth Immortals and enjoy the treatment of a Ninth-Rank True God. They often come from the elite forces of various departments or the Heavenly Court's Imperial Guard. In terms of both combat power and status, they are far superior to ordinary heavenly soldiers.

Below the Heavenly Soldiers, there are actually Heavenly Soldiers as well.

However, the Heavenly Soldiers were weaker and even less capable of fulfilling their guard duties. They were mostly only responsible for carrying, sweeping, and other miscellaneous tasks, and were usually under the jurisdiction of the Qingtianjian (Imperial Observatory).

Although Song Yi had expected this, he still couldn't help but feel somewhat disappointed after hearing it.

After all, what he has in abundance right now are magical treasures and weapons, but what he lacks is manpower that can truly command them.

Just as he was about to take his leave, Venus suddenly spoke again: "If the True Lord only wants to have a force to protect the temple, he does not necessarily have to use heavenly soldiers."

Song Yi quickly cupped his hands and said, "Please enlighten me, Heavenly Minister."

Venus stroked his long beard and slowly said, "The celestial beings of Heaven have always permitted the establishment of sects and schools in the mortal realm. This is true for the Four Heavenly Masters and the Thunder Department. Currently, many Taoist sects in the mortal realm, such as the Shenxiao Sect, Zhengyi Sect, and Qingwei Sect, are all supported by the celestial beings of Heaven. Their purpose is to assist Heaven in subduing demons and monsters and to monitor the four directions. If you, True Lord, can establish your own sect, you can naturally and legitimately recruit disciples, cultivate your power, and use it for your own purposes."

Upon hearing this, Song Yi suddenly understood. Although the Heavenly Court did not allow righteous gods to privately raise heavenly soldiers, it never prohibited immortals and gods from establishing their own lineages.

As long as one establishes their own sect and recruits many disciples, they can openly and legitimately manage their power.

As their power grows in the future, they may very well become a true major sect of immortals.

Thinking of this, Song Yi bowed solemnly and said, "Thank you for your guidance, Heavenly Minister. I have learned a great deal!"