Ah, the flowers in the courtyard are blooming again.
Quan Dong thought to himself. There was a hint of fatigue in his eyes.
Three years …
Do you know how I spent the past three years!?!
The mortal world was shrouded in clouds. The human heart was sinister, and the remnant souls were bright. The filth of the world and the unbearable human nature seemed to be reminding him, the Jade Emperor, that the path ahead was long!
Fortunately, the Celestial Court did not need him to interfere in many matters. He looked for Mu Gong for small matters and Changgeng for important matters. Until now, the Celestial Court had focused on major matters in the past thousand years.
Previously, because his presence was too low and he had the incarnation of a Saint, he, the Jade Emperor, could keep an irregular memorial by his side for thousands of years.
At that time, he only cared about the natural weather, disasters, and plagues of the South Continent. How could it be like now …
Under the Nine Heavens, no one dared to disobey the orders of the Celestial Court.
In the Three Realms, the Saint's sect had to retreat.
Those Major Chiliocosms were gradually controlled by the Celestial Court. Every Heavenly Order that he issued would cause immeasurable consequences if it was slightly inappropriate.
That was why he looked like the Heavenly Emperor.
At the same time, he also shouldered the burden of the Heavenly Emperor.
Quan Dong was actually under a lot of pressure. After all, he was only a child in front of the Dao Ancestor previously. It was his first time being the Heavenly Emperor, and he did not have any systematic training.
Fortunately, he had the Dao Ancestor's instructions and Senior Brother Taiqing's permission to relieve pressure!
"Look for Changgeng."
Changgeng is really a wonderful person.
When Quan Dong thought about that, he felt much more at ease.
As far as the eye could see, the mortal city at sunset had a different kind of charm.
The mortal peddlers carried their burdens and embarked on their return journey. The rich families closed the main doors of their houses, and the children played in the streets.
That was actually only a part of the situation.
Quan Dong suddenly understood why Changgeng repeatedly mentioned the word "character" when he was discussing many details of the Great God-Conferment Tribulation with him.
Putting everything else aside, just the Jiang Family's courtyard alone made the Jade Emperor feel rather comfortable with those with good character. The Jade Emperor had the urge to slap those with bad character.
However, he was the ruler of the Three Realms after all. It would be improper for him to bicker with a lowly mortal.
In the future, when the Celestial Court appointed civil and military officials, righteous deities and loose immortals, they would prioritize their moral character, followed by their intelligence, appearance, and finally their magical power.
What was the use of having powerful magical powers and remarkable abilities in front of the Heavenly Dao?
If one's appearance was better, it would at least increase one's personal charm.
Therefore, Quan Dong did not gain anything from that place. Although he did not wait for Li Changshou, he had a deeper understanding of the role of the Heavenly Emperor.
However …
"Chang Geng, could it be that you really don't want to see Jiang Shang?"
The incarnation of the Jade Emperor pondered for a while and decided to wait for another half a year. If Li Changshou did not come, he would take the initiative to go to the Taibai Hall.
Sending warmth to Chang Geng's head!
When he thought of how Changgeng had revealed his true feelings in front of him …
"Hmm?"
Quan Dong opened his eyes slightly. There was a glint in them as he looked to the left.
There, a cloud of fog slowly condensed, blocking the vision of mortals.
A vortex appeared in the universe. A slightly plump Daoist slowly flew out. He was dressed in a loose robe and had an elegant hairstyle. After he appeared, he bowed to Quan Dong.
"Greetings, Martial Uncle Jade Emperor."
"Oh?" Quan Dong raised his eyebrows and opened his eyes completely. "I was wondering who it was that actually disturbed the universe. I didn't expect it to be Disciple-Nephew Duobao.
Martial Nephew, why have you come here? "
Daoist Duobao revealed an honest smile. He put his hands in his sleeves and raised them in front of him.
"Martial Uncle Jade Emperor, I'm here for a joyous occasion."
"Where did the joy come from?"
Daoist Duobao said warmly,
"This family's child is called Jiang Shang. He's talented and has karmic luck on him. I want to recommend him to my master to be his disciple and teach him the art of longevity so that he can cultivate and attain the Dao.
It is such a joyous occasion. "
"Oh." Quan Dong nodded and chuckled. He understood what Duobao meant.
Jie School was targeting Chang Geng's reincarnation. They wanted to take Chang Geng's reincarnation into Jie School and bind it to Chang Geng.
Hmph!
He really did not take him, the Jade Emperor, seriously. Fairy Yun Xiao and Chang Geng were in love, so he did not say anything.
Didn't he accept Jiang Shang because he wanted Chang Geng to be biased towards Jie School when he presided over the Great God-Conferment Tribulation?
The expression of the Jade Emperor's incarnation turned cold.
He did not need to pretend to be courteous to anyone, nor did he need to look at anyone's expression. Even if he faced the Dao Ancestor, he could speak up for justice and express his feelings. Even if he faced the speaker of Jie School, he did not need to give him any face.
That was the Heavenly Emperor.
Quan Dong said slowly, "Although Jiang Shang's luck is good, his potential is mediocre. His comprehension is not unique. Why did Senior Brother Tongtian take a fancy to him?"
Daoist Duobao seemed to have known that that would happen. He smiled and said, "Uncle-Master, you've misunderstood. I brought Jiang Shang to the Green Touring Palace and asked Master to take him in as a disciple."
Quan Dong's expression was a little cold.
"Do you mean that it's still unknown if Senior Brother Tongtian will take in a disciple?
Could it be that Jiang Shang will only be a third-generation disciple when he goes to Jie School? "
Duobao already understood that Quan Dong treated Jiang Shang as one of the Celestial Court's own people. He was angry that Jie School did not take Jiang Shang seriously.
Duobao hurriedly said, "Uncle-Master, I said that because I have yet to report it to Master.
As long as I bring Jiang Shang back to the Green Touring Palace, Master will definitely take him in as a disciple. Everyone in Jie School will definitely cherish him and teach him carefully so that he can obtain the Dao and live forever as soon as possible … "
"Heh, well said."
The corners of Quan Dong's mouth twitched slightly. He looked at the other side of the Jiang Residence and said calmly, "Come out, all of you.
"Come out, all of you. Why are you hiding?
I've been sitting here for three years. Do I still not know that you are here? "
As soon as Quan Dong finished speaking, his body emitted the pressure of the Heavenly Emperor that only experts could sense.
The various parts of the Jiang Residence were calm for a while. Then, immortal light swept across. All the mortals in the residence fell asleep. Then, immortal light …
Light shone from every corner of the room.
Two flying insects came out of the roof of the side room and turned into two dragon-headed elders.
Three streams of light emerged from the flower pot in the living room. They were three Lao Dao who were wearing patched clothes.
The watchdog in the backyard trembled a few times and turned into an immortal aura. It was an old demon woman whose body was suffused with the light of merit.
Another maidservant who was pretending to be asleep smiled awkwardly. She stood up and looked around. She took out the jade token of the Goddess's Palace …
Two Netherworld Ghost Generals floated out from the corner. At that moment, they looked around and were dumbfounded.
That was not the end.
In the forest outside the city, a middle-aged Daoist stood up and took a step forward. He arrived above the Jiang Residence and bowed to Quan Dong. He was the immortal leader of the twelve Gold God of Chan School, Guang Chengzi.
Quan Dong was rendered speechless.
So many?
He did not notice it previously … Ahem, that was not important.
Quan Dong snorted coldly. His eyes flickered.
The two Ghost Generals hurriedly knelt down and kowtowed. Their bodies turned into smoke and dissipated.
The fairy of Goddess Nuwa's Palace bowed and rose into the sky. She landed behind Daoist Duobao.
The three Lao Dao of the Western Sect did not say a word. They bowed and wanted to retreat. Daoist Duobao immediately wanted to move forward when he saw that.
How could he not scatter the ashes that had been given for free?
However, Guang Chengzi smiled and said, "Junior Brother Duobao, you're a step too late."
He stopped Daoist Duobao without leaving a trace.
The three Lao Dao lowered their heads and hurried on their way. In the blink of an eye, they fled hundreds of kilometers and disappeared.
Daoist Duobao was not annoyed. He smiled and said, "Senior Brother Guang Chengzi, why are you here?"
"It's not a coincidence," Guang Chengzi said warmly. "I have been waiting here for a long time under Teacher's orders. I have secretly protected the thirteenth Golden God of Chan School."
Daoist Duobao's eyes flashed.
Quan Dong could not help but smile faintly.
Although the Jade Emperor did not have much experience in dealing with the administrative affairs of the Celestial Court, he had experienced the ancient times and served the Dao Ancestor for a long time. He had seen many such hidden mockery and secret competition.
The Jade Emperor naturally did not know if Guang Chengzi had a Saint's decree.
However, in this wave, the price that Guang Chengzi offered had steadily surpassed Daoist Duobao's. Daoist Duobao had suffered from being impatient and anxious to attack. He did not notice Guang Chengzi, who was hiding outside the city.
Chan School had already won this round of confrontation.
However, looking at Daoist Duobao, he seemed to want to struggle.
As expected, Daoist Duobao smiled and said, "I didn't expect Second Uncle-Master to like such a disciple.
Logically speaking, since Second Uncle-Master has already taken a fancy to him, I should not say anything. However, should I ask Junior Brother Changgeng about this?
After all, both of us know Jiang Shang's identity. He has a close relationship with Junior Brother Changgeng. "
However, Guang Chengzi said, "Jiang Shang has already severed his karma with Junior Brother Changgeng in his previous life. Junior Brother Changgeng had personally promised Aunt-Master Goddess. Coincidentally, the fairy of Nuwa's Dao Palace is here. Junior Brother will know once he asks."
Daoist Duobao looked at the fairy. The latter smiled and squinted. She did not speak or leave.
Who doesn't have a Saint behind them?
The situation suddenly entered a stalemate.
Quan Dong was not afraid of blowing things up. He raised his hand and pointed, protecting the unconscious child, Jiang Shang. He suddenly had a bold idea.
Why don't …
Huh?
A moment later, Guang Chengzi broke the silence in the sky above the Jiang Residence and smiled.
"Junior Brother Duobao, you don't seem to have given up?"
"Ah." Duobao cupped his hands and sighed with a smile. "Actually, I shouldn't have fought with Senior Brother for this junior brother. However, Jiang Shang has yet to join Chan School. I have some thoughts."
Guang Chengzi retracted his smile and said calmly, "Fellow Daoist, are you deliberately making things difficult for me today and deliberately destroying the fate of Chan School?"
"Daoist Brother, your words are different." Daoist Duobao smiled and looked at Guang Chengzi. It was as if two bolts of lightning had collided in midair.
The entire city suddenly seemed to have turned into an ice cellar!
On the Three-Immortal Island, Li Changshou, who was chatting awkwardly with the two fairies, frowned and said to the Goddess of Golden Spirit and the Goddess of Wudang,
"Something happened in the Celestial Court. I'll go and deal with it."
Then, he retreated and closed his eyes outside the Immortal Pavilion. His attention shifted to … the South Continent …
The Jiang Residence.
In the backyard.
The maidservant who was in charge of feeding the young master of the Jiang Family opened her eyes, but she closed them again.
In the kitchen, the head chef of the Jiang Residence stretched and stood up. He chopped the kitchen knife in his hand on the chopping board and walked out.
In the past three years, the voices …
"Master has the protection of the Heavenly Dao. I don't have to care."
"It's fine. Master is no longer related to me. It's not good for me to appear."
Actually, there was nothing he could do about that.
The Heavenly Dao was ultimately imperfect. It was difficult to be complete. One of the fifty Great Dao had escaped. The creation of the world had only been cleaved forty-nine times. There was a reason for that.
The Heavenly Dao's protection for Jiang Shang could only reach 98%.
He tried to make up for the 0.2%, but it was just a piece of cake. It was normal for him to get a little Gold God realm Golden Core paper effigy to guard the side just in case.
Look, can't I save the situation now?
The chef flew into the air and transformed into the young Daoist disguise that Li Changshou often used. He smiled awkwardly at the Jade Emperor's incarnation, Daoist Duobao, and Guang Chengzi, who were speechless.
"This …"
Swoosh!
Quan Dong's figure flashed and appeared behind Li Changshou's paper effigy. His eyes were burning with red light. A pair of iron-like hands grabbed Li Changshou's paper effigy's neck and threw Li Changshou into seaweed …
"Three years! You've been hiding under my nose for three years! "
"Your Majesty … forgive me … Your concealment ability is too strong. I didn't realize that you were here. You even took the initiative to reveal your aura just now … Ahem!"
"Oh?"
Quan Dong immediately calmed down and let go of Li Changshou's paper effigy's neck. He smiled and said, "Yes, is that so?"
"Ah." Li Changshou smiled sincerely.
Duobao lowered his head and pursed his lips when he saw that. Guang Chengzi looked at the sky with his hands behind his back. The fairy of Goddess Nuwa's Palace covered her mouth and chuckled.
Jade Emperor …
That was too easy to settle.
…
A moment later, in the backyard of the Jiang Residence.
The starry night was vague, and the moonlight was like water. The mortals who were sleeping everywhere were carried to their original residences by Li Changshou with his immortal power. He also used his immortal power to envelop a small building in the backyard.
The child, Jiang Shang, was sleeping soundly on the second floor of the building.
Li Changshou invited the Jade Emperor's incarnation, Guang Chengzi, Daoist Duobao, and the fairy of Goddess Nuwa's Palace to take a seat downstairs.
He set up the banquet that he had prepared for Jiang Shang's grandparents previously and took out some wine that was commonly seen in the mortal world. Li Changshou chuckled and invited his two senior brothers to drink and eat.
Li Changshou was calm, as if he had never said that he did not care about this place.
As long as he did not feel awkward, others would be the ones who felt awkward.
Guang Chengzi and Daoist Duobao were a little embarrassed.
Especially Daoist Duobao, whose face was slightly red.
In comparison, Guang Chengzi was much calmer, but he did not dare to look into Li Changshou's eyes.
Clearly, the two Eldest Senior Brothers wanted to use Jiang Shang to plot against him, Taibai Jinxing, without obtaining the Saint's decree. That was why they had come.
At that moment, Daoist Duobao was really embarrassed.
The embarrassment that Guang Chengzi showed should be because he wanted to apologize later to prevent Li Changshou from asking where the Saint's decree was.
He was just feeling guilty.
At that moment, the Jade Emperor's incarnation was sitting on the main seat. He was just sitting there and watching how the two Eldest Senior Brothers of the sects would deal with the current situation.
He watched how passive they were when facing Changgeng.
He admired the subtle and thought-provoking expressions of the two mighty mystical abilities who had once looked down on the Celestial Court but now had to consider the consequences of offending the Celestial Court.
It was very interesting.
After three rounds of wine, the dishes were tasteless.
The fairy was the first to speak. "Lord Taibai Jinxing, can I say something else?"
"Fairy, just speak."
The fairy's face was filled with love, and her eyes lit up. She was almost about to pounce on him. She restrained herself and whispered,
"Did you cook all the meals in the past few years?
Fairy Yun Xiao and Fairy Ling'e are too happy! "
Li Changshou smiled and shook his head.
You can't imagine their happiness.
Ahem, let's get down to business.
"Fairy, why are you here?"
"I'm only here on the orders of the Goddess to secretly protect Jiang Shang. I don't have any ulterior motives." After the fairy finished speaking, she immediately raised her hand. "Can you swear to the Heavenly Dao!?!"
Quan Dong's fingers moved slightly, and thunder rumbled in the sky above the small building.
Looking at the fairy's pale face, he could not say anything. He almost stood up and knelt down to Li Changshou …
It was quite interesting.
Li Changshou smiled and said, "Then I'll have to trouble you to continue protecting me, Fairy."
"Ah, it's my duty. It's my duty. It's good that you don't blame me."
Li Changshou nodded and shifted his gaze to Guangchengzi and Daoist Duobao. There was a smile on his lips, and his voice was very gentle.
However, the weight of his words made Guangchengzi and Daoist Duobao's expressions change slightly.
"Senior Brothers, you are in charge of the teachings of Chan School. You are most trusted by the two Uncle-Masters. If I don't appear today, will I have to fight here?
Is he invincible outside the Dao Sect?
Over the years, I have cut off the wings of the Western Sect step by step, taken away their luck, and compressed the area where they can teleport and dodge.
Senior Brothers, are you really only willing to look at your respective sects and not at the Dao word above your heads?
There was the Dao Sect first, and then there was the Three Sects of Man, Chan, and Jie.
Don't we all call ourselves disciples of the Dao Sect? "
"Changgeng, this …"
Daoist Duobao was a little reluctant. Then, he sighed softly. "Senior Brother, you're anxious. I made a mistake. I'll apologize to you again."
However, Guangchengzi said, "In the face of the Great Tribulation, apart from protecting yourself, there's no time to care about anything else."
Li Changshou smiled and said, "Senior Brother, are you trying to pave the way for Chan School and the Western Sect to join forces?"
"Junior Brother, your words are too sharp," Guangchengzi said seriously. "The disciples of Chan School are upright and have deep blessings. They are all proud to be able to become Teacher's disciple.
Now that the Great Tribulation was in front of them, the entire Jie School, which had caused such a Great Tribulation, had already gathered like a torrent!
Could it be that Chan School is really going to be attacked by the junior brothers and sisters of Jie School and destroyed by them? That way, we will be able to complete the Great Tribulation and fulfill Junior Brother's feelings for Jie School? "
"Since when did Jie School have such thoughts!?!"
Daoist Duobao frowned and said, "If not for the fact that Chan School was unwilling to lose a disciple in the Purple Cloud Palace and caused the Saints to leave on bad terms, they might have already thought of a way to deal with the Great Tribulation today."
Guangchengzi said, "The Great Tribulation is originally aimed at the negative karma of the world and the living beings. Since the disciples of Chan School have cultivated, they have rarely done anything to kill. They have even taught the human race.
I have a disciple who is a human sage in the Fire Cloud Cave.
The one who owes the human race the most is Jie School. Why do you have to drag Chan School into this Great Tribulation and die with you?
According to the Grandmaster of Heaven's intentions that day, Jie School would lose 3,000 and Chan School would lose 300.
What about after that?
There are tens of thousands of immortals in Jie School. There are only a few hundred disciples in Chan School! How can Teacher agree!?! "
Daoist Duobao said firmly, "Aren't the disciples of Jie School disciples of the Dao Sect?
Chan School is picky when it comes to accepting disciples. Are you going to blame us? When did Jie School stop Chan School from taking in disciples? "
"Junior Brother, your words are a little unreasonable."
"Senior Brother, your words are too unpleasant. Is it a sin that there are many immortals in Jie School?!"
Guangchengzi frowned. Daoist Duobao's face was flushed red. Although the two of them did not reveal any pressure, they gave the fairy a huge pressure.
"Senior Brothers …"
"Junior Brother, you decide."
Guangchengzi took half a step back and sighed softly. "Which Saint did Jiang Shang become a disciple of?"
Li Changshou was rendered speechless.
What?
"Alright, don't fight!" Quan Dong threw the wine cup in his hand. "This disciple, Jiang Shang, I …"
Crack!
Rumble!
A bolt of purple-red lightning suddenly appeared outside the small building. Then, there was a muffled explosion.
Quan Dong blinked and changed his words.
"Ahem, I think there's no need to come to a conclusion for the time being. Why don't the two sects take a step back and let the heavens decide?
The two sects can't possibly defy the heavens, right? "
Li Changshou heaved a sigh of relief and felt a little regretful.
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