parentshiftbook Chapter 76 Haotian Yaochi Enters Heavenly Court, Xuan Chu Perfects Netherworld
Chapter 76 Haotian Yaochi Enters Heavenly Court, Xuan Chu Perfects Netherworld
Chapter 76: Haotian Yaochi Takes Over the Heavenly Court, Xuan Chu Perfects the Netherworld
Inside the Purple Cloud Palace, Haotian and Yaochi were appointed Heavenly Emperor and Heavenly Empress by Hongjun, who also bestowed upon them many precious treasures.
After leaving Zixiao Palace, Haotian bowed to the Six Sages of Heaven and said, "Senior brothers and sisters, the Thirty-Three Heavens suffered severe damage during the Lich War. I hope that you can lend me a hand."
Upon hearing this, Nuwa turned and left without saying a word. In Nuwa's view, Haotian had usurped the thirty-third heaven of the demon race, and she was already being lenient by not taking offense. How could she possibly help him?
Nuwa's departure made the whole scene extremely awkward. At this moment, Jieyin took the initiative to say to Haotian, "Junior Brother Haotian, rest assured, after I return to Mount Sumeru, I will send disciples to the Thirty-Three Heavens to help you rebuild the Heavenly Court."
Helping Haotian was Hongjun's intention. Jieyin knew very well that he and Zhunti had never been well received by Hongjun. If they continued to disobey Hongjun's wishes, they would definitely not get the better of him in the future. Moreover, it would also help them form a good relationship with Haotian, which would greatly benefit the future development of the Western Sect in the East.
"Thank you so much, Senior Brother Jieyin!" Haotian was overjoyed to hear that Jieyin was willing to help him. This was a timely help, and he quickly thanked Jieyin.
"You're too kind, junior brother," Jieyin said with a smile.
"Hmph!" Seeing Haotian's obsequious attitude towards Guiyin, Yuanshi was very displeased. He thought Haotian was looking down on the Erqing. He had originally planned to help them, but now it seemed unnecessary. So he left without saying a word.
After seeing that Yuanshi had left, Taishang said to Haotian with an indifferent expression, "Haotian, the affairs of the Heavenly Court are of great importance, and your responsibilities are heavy. Do not fail your teacher's trust. If you encounter any difficulties, you may send someone to Kunlun Mountain to find me." After saying this, he left.
"This..." Haotian was very unhappy that Taishang and Yuanshi had not given him any face at all. After all, he was the Heavenly Emperor appointed by Hongjun. Even if he didn't care about the monks, he should at least care about the Buddha. However, he didn't dare to say it. After all, the other party was a saint who could crush him with one hand.
"Junior Brother Haotian, please don't take offense. That's just how Fellow Daoists Taishang and Yuanshi are. You'll understand as you get to know them better. I must return to Mount Sumeru now. See you another time." Seeing that Taishang and Yuanshi had embarrassed Haotian, Jieyin and Zhunti were very pleased and took the opportunity to add their own sarcastic remarks.
"Brother Jieyin, Brother Zhunti, please take care!" Haotian said, cupping his hands in greeting.
After the group of Heavenly Saints left, Haotian said to Yaochi, "Yaochi, do you think it was right or wrong for us to take on this heavy responsibility of the Heavenly Court?"
"Haotian, don't overthink it. Your senior brothers and sisters are all saints, while we are just Great Luo Golden Immortals. In their eyes, we are like ants. At least Senior Brother Jieyin and Senior Brother Zhunti are willing to help us, aren't they?" Yaochi knew that Haotian was feeling bad, but what could she do? They were saints, while she and Haotian were just Great Luo Golden Immortals. Why should they give them face?
"I understand, it's just that I feel it's better to continue being the master's page than to be the Heavenly Emperor," Haotian sighed and said.
"Alright, Haotian, since we're here, let's make the best of it. The Master has his reasons for entrusting us with the Heavenly Court, and it's also a sign of his trust in us. All we can do is manage the Heavenly Court well, maintain the operation of the prehistoric world, and not let the Master down," Yaochi said.
"That's right, you're right. Let's go to the Thirty-Third Heaven now. There are still many things waiting for us to do." Haotian nodded and said.
But when Haotian and Yaochi arrived at the Thirty-Third Heaven and saw the ruins and desolation before them, they were instantly dumbfounded. Was this still the Thirty-Third Heaven they remembered? When the demon race established the Heavenly Court, they had represented Hongjun to attend the ceremony. At that time, the Heavenly Court was magnificent and resplendent. But now? It was lifeless and gloomy. If it weren't for the still relatively dense spiritual energy, they would have wondered if they had come to the wrong place. They had thought that the Thirty-Third Heaven would be damaged after the war between the Lich King and the Demon King, but they never expected it to be this bad.
"Yaochi, it seems we still have a lot to do." Haotian sighed and said, "It's in such a bad state, how much effort will it take to repair it?"
Just as Haotian and Yaochi were racking their brains over the ruins, a flash of light appeared, and the Thirty-Three Heavens, which had been a wasteland, was instantly restored to its original state. Seeing this, Haotian and Yaochi were overjoyed and bowed towards the direction of Zixiao Palace, saying, "Thank you, Master!"
Looking across the entire prehistoric world, the only one with the ability and willingness to help them is Hongjun of Zixiao Palace.
"Haotian, look, our teacher still takes good care of us. We must not let him down," Yaochi said to Haotian with a smile.
"Yaochi, you're right. Our teacher has high hopes for us, and we must not let him down." After this ordeal, Haotian regained his ambition to take over the throne of the Heavenly Emperor.
Soon, a voice echoed throughout the primordial world.
"My name is Haotian. By the grace of the Heavenly Dao and the Dao Ancestor Hongjun, I have been promoted to the position of Heavenly Emperor of the Heavenly Court. Today, the positions of gods in the Heavenly Court are vacant, which hinders the operation of the primordial world. Therefore, I hereby invite all beings of the primordial world to join the Heavenly Court and bring blessings to the primordial world!"
This is the first thing Haotian will do after becoming the Heavenly Emperor. The demon race has withdrawn from the Thirty-Three Heavens. Haotian and Yaochi are newcomers and are just commanders without any real power. The Heavenly Court is the one that maintains the operation of the prehistoric world. Haotian and Yaochi alone cannot do it. They need to recruit more soldiers and horses.
As attendants of Hongjun, Haotian and Yaochi, with Hongjun's endorsement, still wielded some influence in the prehistoric world. Soon, many cultivators flocked to the Heavenly Court. After some selection, Haotian and Yaochi managed to fill some divine positions. Unfortunately, the current Heavenly Court was far inferior to the original Demon Clan Heavenly Court, and it couldn't attract powerful cultivators at all. Most of those who came to the Heavenly Court were low-level cultivators from the prehistoric world who lacked cultivation resources. The Thirty-Three Heavens, on the other hand, was a well-known blessed land in the prehistoric world. When they were uncertain about their future, going to the Heavenly Court to try their luck wasn't a bad idea.
Just as Haotian and Yaochi entered the Thirty-Third Heaven, Xuan Chu also arrived at the Netherworld. In the past, the authority of the Netherworld was partially controlled by the Heavenly Dao, so Xuan Chu and Hou Tu had always refused to perfect the divine duties of the Netherworld, not wanting to give the Heavenly Dao the opportunity to interfere with the Netherworld. But now it's different. The authority of the Netherworld has been completely controlled by the Wu Clan, and it's time to perfect the Netherworld, otherwise the Six Paths of Reincarnation will be in great chaos.
The Netherworld, Fengdu City, Netherworld Palace
"Houtu, now that the entire Netherworld and the underground passages are under the control of the Witch Clan, it's time to arrange the divine positions in the Netherworld." Xuan Chu said to Houtu.
"Please give me your instructions, Uncle!" Houtu said.
"The Netherworld is ruled by the Great Emperor of Fengdu, with the Ten Kings of Hell as his assistants, and three hundred and sixty-five Yin Gods. You are the representative of the Underworld and the master of the Six Paths of Reincarnation. The position of the Great Emperor of Fengdu is rightfully yours," Xuan Chu said. Hou Tu has transformed into the cycle of reincarnation and is in charge of the Underworld. The position of the Great Emperor of Fengdu is definitely Hou Tu's. Moreover, Hou Tu is already at the early stage of the Primordial Golden Immortal. If she can take advantage of the fortune of the Netherworld, she will surely advance to the middle stage of the Primordial Golden Immortal in no time.
"Thank you, Uncle!"
"This is what you deserve, no need to thank me. As for the Ten Kings of Hell, your ten brothers will serve as them: Dijiang as King Qin Guang, Zhujiuyin as King Chu Jiang, Jumang as King Song Di, Rushou as King Wu Guan, Zhurong as King Yama, Gonggong as King Biancheng, Qiangliang as King Taishan, Shebishi as King Pingdeng, Tianwu as King Dushi, and Xizi as King Lunhui. These are the Ten Kings of Hell. As for Xuanming, he will serve as Meng Po, guarding the Naihe Bridge and offering the Soup of Forgetfulness to the departed. As for the 365 Yin Gods, you can choose from the Wu Clan. Remember, in the future, you must treat the departed beings fairly and justly, without any racial discrimination, understand?" Xuan Chu arranged the Ten Kings of Hell and Meng Po in one breath. However, Xuan Chu did not take on everything himself, but instead gave Houtu the power to decide on the 365 Yin Gods.
"Uncle, Houtu understands, but Houtu is afraid that she will not do a good job." Houtu was a little worried, especially now that her older brothers and sisters had all become her subordinates, how would she manage them in the future?
Houtu's worries were understood by Xuan Chu, so he said, "Don't worry, once you enter the cycle of reincarnation, everything will be your priority. In the Netherworld, no one can disobey your will, not even the Heavenly Dao. As for your older brothers and sisters, if they dare to disobey, just tell me, and I have plenty of ways to deal with them."
"Thank you, Uncle!" With Xuan Chu's assurance, Hou Tu was relieved.