In the blink of an eye, it was already the fourth month. During the Xuanting Court meeting in the middle of the month, the various court administrators had just finished discussing the trivial matters. Then, they brought up the matter of how Zhang Yu should be rewarded for his meritorious service this time.
Wu Qingxu first spoke from his seat, "I have already checked the auras of the two EsGods. I also went to the Golden Palace to check. This EsGod is indeed the ruler of the previous era. When his race was at its peak, he also occupied the inner and outer worlds. If he can recover and awaken the ancient EsGod, he will indeed be a threat to me.
Moreover, through my questioning, I found out that the current EsGod had the intention to join forces with the enemies of the outer worlds. Fortunately, Zhang Shouzheng managed to suppress him in time, preventing a huge disaster from happening. Zhang Shouzheng has indeed made a great contribution this time. "
After hearing this, all the court administrators agreed with his words.
Tianxia was ruled by the cultivators of the upper echelons. They were particular about eliminating disasters at the right time. However, it did not mean that one did not make a contribution just because the incident did not happen. On the contrary, one's contribution was even greater. This was because everyone could see the consequences of not stopping it. They would definitely not deny it.
However, although there was no problem with Zhang Yu's contribution, the dispute was not about this. Instead, it was about how to reward him for his meritorious service.
At this moment, Daoist Feng knocked on the jade chime and stood up, "I've asked Zhang Shouzheng about this matter, but he has something to say here. Head deacon and court deacons, please take a look."
He took out a jade talisman and threw it down. This talisman landed in the long river of light and floated to the seats of everyone. Everyone took a look at it. Some nodded secretly, while others were expressionless.
The Daoist sitting on the first seat said, "What do you think of Zhang Shouzheng's words?"
Daoist Yu Su knocked on the jade chime and said, "Zhang Shouzheng's words are reasonable. The four prefectures have the responsibility to forge ahead. How can we stick to the old ways? This time, the merit should be based on the position of Head Xuan. "
When Zhong Tingzhi saw this, he struck the jade chime and stood up. "Head Deacon, I still stand by what I said last time. If we count Shouzheng's contribution to the position of Head Xuan, it would be unfair to the other Heads Xuan who guard the various continents."
After he finished speaking, there was a moment of silence. Then, as expected, a voice rang out, "Zhong Tingzhi, what you said is wrong."
Everyone remained silent, waiting for what would happen next.
Zhong Tingzhi looked over with an expressionless face and saw Chao Huan sitting on his seat. He said to him, "If Zhang Shouzheng had eliminated EsGod somewhere else this time, there would be nothing to say. However, this time, he did it in the East Court, and the East Court is where Zhang Shouzheng is guarding. How can it not be counted as Xuan Shou's greatest achievement?"
Zhong Tingzhi said slowly, "I've already said it. I'm afraid that the Heads Xuan of the various continents will criticize me."
Chao Huan scoffed. "They can't do it, so how can they blame others for doing too much? Furthermore, why don't I see anyone objecting? If there's a different opinion, they can write a letter themselves. Why? Did they all send the letter to Deacon Chao Ting? I don't know when Deacon Chao Ting went to help Deacon Wei Ting. "
Zhong Tingzhi remained silent.
At this moment, Chong Tingzhi stood up and bowed, saying: "First Deacon, Deacons, Chong Tingzhi's words are somewhat reasonable. However, I think that there's no need to generalize this matter. We should look at it separately.
Zhang Shouzheng is both Shouzheng and the Head Xuan. Thus, Zhang Shouzheng's contribution should be praised. At the same time, he should be praised for guarding the Head Xuan. "
Everyone thought about it and nodded.
This was the best decision. It wouldn't raise Zhang Yu's contributions too high, but it wouldn't go as far as to not acknowledge his contributions. It would also appease the other Heads Xuan.
Although it was as Chao Huan had said, one couldn't blame others for doing too much, it wasn't a good thing to not be able to catch up. Perhaps those who originally wanted to improve would just sit and wait when they saw that there was no hope in fighting for the throne.
Chao Huan scoffed lightly this time, but didn't say anything else.
At this moment, Chen Tingzhi glanced at Wei Tingzhi, and the latter immediately said, "This matter is fair. I think this proposal is feasible."
The head Daoist nodded. "If everyone has no objections, then we'll reward Zhang Shouzheng accordingly."
Zhong Tingzhi exchanged glances with Chao Tingzhi, then bowed and said, "Head Deacon, Deacons, after the matter of Zhang Shouzheng, we can see that there are still many hidden EsGods in Tianxia.
Our Tianxia's territory is vast, and Shangchen might attack us soon. I'm afraid Zhang Shouzheng won't be able to handle everything alone. Thus, I suggest that we establish another Shouzheng to deal with this matter. "
Chen Tingzhi stroked his beard and nodded. "Zhong Tingzhi's words are realistic. There's nothing wrong with this."
Daoist Yu Su didn't object. Because in his view, it was necessary to establish another Shouzheng in the current situation. Zhong Tingzhi wasn't making a random suggestion. He was making this suggestion because he felt that Xuanting needed it.
The Deacons were also leaning towards this suggestion.
Shangchen tried so hard to make them use the Clear Sky Astrolabe last time. If they invaded this time, it wouldn't be so simple. It wouldn't be bad to have another Shouzheng to protect them.
Dai Gonghan then asked Zhong Tingzhi, "Since Zhong Tingzhi has made this suggestion, who do you recommend?"
Zhong Tingzhi said, "I recommend someone. It's Daoist Mei Shang."
Dai Gonghan was surprised. "Zhengqing's lineage?"
Zhong Tingzhi said seriously, "Although Daoist Mei Shang is from Zhengqing's lineage, after being banished for three hundred years, their lineage has already redeemed themselves. Now that they have offered up their land, it can be considered that they have returned to Tianxia. After the previous purge, they have also cleared their name. Everyone knows that Daoist Mei Shang had already achieved Dao when Tianxia came here. He is qualified to be the Shouzheng, regardless of cultivation experience. "
The Daoist at the head of the table saw that someone had yet to speak. He looked at that person and said, "What do you think, Chao Tingzhi?"
Chao Huan said, "I think it's possible. However, the situation is so serious. How can one Shouzheng be enough? Why not establish another one? " He shook his sleeves and stood up. He cupped his hands and said, "I recommend Zhu Feng, Zhu Xuan Zun, to be the Shouzheng."
Zhong Tingzhi frowned and said, "Chao Tingzhi, Zhu Xuan Zun just returned to Tianxia. The past is a blur …"
Chao Huan said confidently, "Since Mei Shang can do it, why can't Zhu Feng? Zhu Feng wasn't expelled before. When Shangchen invaded, Zhu Xuan Zun also secretly warned Zhang Shouzheng. That was why I was able to discover the enemy's tracks in time. Didn't this already prove herself? "
Zhong Tingzhi said in a low voice, "I still have some doubts about this."
Although he didn't say it clearly, everyone understood what he meant. He was hinting that Zhu Feng's actions might be fake so that she could gain Tianxia's trust and obtain greater benefits.
On the surface, this made sense. There was a possibility, but it was extremely small. After all, who could have known that Xuanting would one day let her become the Shouzheng? No matter how good Shangchen's divination skills were, they couldn't have predicted this.
When Chao Tingzhi heard Zhong Tingzhi's words, he immediately became spirited. He said, "Zhong Tingzhi, if we're talking about doubts, isn't Zhengqing's lineage even more suspicious? Cen Chuan and Mei Shang did return, but that Zhengqing said he was in seclusion. But who knows what he's doing? According to Zhong Tingzhi's words, this is a huge doubt. "
At this time, the head Daoist said, "That's enough. The two of you should pay attention to propriety. Whether it's Zhu Xuan Zun or Mei Xuan Zun, since they've returned to Tianxia, they're fellow Daoists. We shouldn't have any doubts, and there's no need to speak of them again."
When everyone heard him say this, they all cupped their fists in respect.
Chen Tingzhi said, "Head Deacon, Mei Shang has always been a sincere person. It's not impossible for her to become a Shouzheng. As for Zhu Feng, I know a little about her. Apart from being arrogant, this female Daoist doesn't have any misdeeds. Since Chao Tingzhi has recommended Zhu Feng, let's add her to the list. After asking her opinion, we'll make a final decision. "
The head Daoist nodded. He looked at everyone and said, "Does anyone else have any suggestions?"
No one said anything.
In fact, most of the court deacons didn't have much opinion about this. Because whether it was Mei Shang or Zhu Feng, even if they became Shouzheng, they weren't permanent deacons like Zhang Yu. If there was anything wrong, they could withdraw their titles at any time. They would still be under Xuanting's control. There wouldn't be any big trouble.
Seeing that no one had any objections, the head Daoist said, "Then this matter is decided."
As the discussion was settled, the bell in the hall rang. After the deacons bowed to each other, they dispersed.
After Zhong Tingzhi returned to Miaohao Daoist Palace, a Daoist child came over and said, "Go to the Lower Realm and go to Changhe Prefecture. Invite Daoist Mei over for a chat. Tell him that I have something to tell him."
The Daoist child received the order and left.
On the other side, Ming Zhou was ordered to come to Zhu Feng's dojo. He was here to ask her on behalf of Xuanting.
Zhu Feng had been cultivating in the dojo for the past few days. When she heard that Xuanting wanted to appoint her as Shouzheng, she couldn't help but be surprised. She asked doubtfully, "Why would Xuanting let me take up this position?"
Ming Zhou told her about what happened in the court and said, "Zhu Xuan Zun proposed this because of Chao Tingzhi's recommendation. However, this proposal isn't forced. If Zhu Xuan Zun isn't willing, you can reject it."
Zhu Feng turned her eyes and said with a smile, "Why should I reject it?"
Although it was a little dangerous to become Shouzheng, she had a protective ability. Even if she couldn't win, she was confident that she could escape. Back then, Cen Chuan couldn't do anything to her. As a Shouzheng, she also had mystical rations as a reward. This was very beneficial to her cultivation.
In the past, she didn't work hard. It wasn't that she didn't want to, but that she knew that she had no hope.
She had heard about Chao Huan, the court administrator, for a long time. However, she also knew that this person never cared about favors. It was fine if you ignored him, but if you thanked him, you might be mocked by him.
She thought for a while and said, "I heard that there will be two Shouzheng this time. I wonder who the other one is?"
Ming Zhou said, "It's Mei Shangmei Xuan Zun."
Zhu Feng thought for a while and nodded, "He's also an old acquaintance." She smiled and curtsied, saying, "Daoist Ming Zhou, thank you for coming to inform me. I'll accept the position of Shouzheng."
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