Acting as Grand Tutor, Bearing the Grand Tutor's Responsibilities

Chaoge.

Familiar city walls, yet an unfamiliar atmosphere.

Jiang Ziya stood firmly on the ground, outside the city gates of this magnificent Human Clan capital, his heart filled with countless emotions.

However, after decades, the city seems to have changed again.

Jiang Ziya, dressed in a blue Daoist robe, slowly stepped into the Chaoge City.

The magnificent capital city remains as bustling as ever, teeming with people and traffic.

Endless Human Path Fortune converged here, transforming into an invisible Fortune Golden Dragon, which coiled above the palace, majestically overlooking the entire city.

The sheer power of that Fortune caused even a cultivator who hadn't yet stepped into the Threshold of immortality to feel a tremor emanating from his very soul.

Is this the Human Path Fortune?

Is this the power that Master spoke of, the power that even Saint must be wary of?

He gazed at this familiar yet unfamiliar scene, his heart filled with mixed emotions.

Three years of experience had given him a special affection for this Human Clan capital.

But this time, my state of mind is completely different.

The moment he stepped through the city gate.

Deep within the royal palace, in the Nine Chamber Hall.

Di Xin was reviewing the mountain of memorials piled on his desk, his vermilion brush tracing the bamboo slips with a soft rustling sound.

Suddenly, he stopped what he was doing.

With a slight thought, he connected his divine sense with the entire Chaoge Grand Formation, instantly locking onto the inconspicuous figure at the city gate.

Jiang Ziya.

"You've finally arrived."

He put down his vermilion brush and calmly gave an instruction to the eunuchs standing outside the hall.

"Issue an imperial decree to send someone to the south gate to invite a Jiang Ziya into the palace."

The eunuchs standing outside the palace dared not be negligent in the slightest and immediately obeyed the order and left.

Soon, a squad of royal guards in bright armor passed through the streets and arrived at the south gate.

The commander of the imperial guards immediately spotted Jiang Ziya unique demeanor stood out from the crowd.

Although he looked like an ordinary old Daoist priest, his composure and the Clear Qi of someone who had lived in a sacred mountain for a long time set him apart from ordinary mortals.

"May I ask if you are Jiang Ziya?"

The commander of the Imperial Guards stepped forward and bowed respectfully.

Jiang Ziya was slightly taken aback, then nodded.

"This humble Daoist is none other than Jiang Ziya."

He was somewhat surprised; he had barely entered the city when the Human Emperor's men had already come looking for him.

It seems that Junior Martial Nephew Wen Zhong had already arranged everything.

"Master Daoist, His the King has decreed that you be invited to the palace for a discussion."

Thank you for your help.

Jiang Ziya said nothing more and followed the guards toward the palace.

Along the way, looking at the bustling streets and the familiar mansion, Jiang Ziya felt a mix of emotions.

He thought he would never set foot in this mortal world again, and that he would only seek immortality on Golden Ao Island.

Unexpectedly, fate played Zaohua on us.

When the Tribulation begins, I, a mortal who has never even stepped into the Immortal Path, will become one of the protagonists in the mortal world.

Throughout the journey, he found it difficult to calm his emotions.

Human Emperor...

Who exactly is this king, praised so highly by both his master and his junior Martial Nephew Wen Zhong?

Before long, the magnificent palace came into view.

The officer led Jiang Ziya to the palace gate, then bowed and took his leave.

Eunuchs were already waiting there, leading Jiang Ziya through layers of palaces until they finally arrived at a magnificent hall.

Nine Chamber Hall.

Jiang Ziya straightened his Daoist robe, took a deep breath, and stepped into the main hall.

A figure sat high on the throne, dressed in a black royal robe; it was none other than Emperor Xin, the ruler of the Great Shang Dynasty.

Even though they were far apart, Jiang Ziya could still feel the overwhelming aura of the Human Emperor's supreme majesty.

Jiang Ziya's heart tightened, and he dared not be negligent in the slightest. He stepped forward a few paces and bowed deeply.

"This humble Jiang Ziya, Jiang Ziya, greets the Human Emperor."

"Jiang Ziya, I have been waiting for you for a long time."

"You know everything now, right?"

Di Xin's voice rang out again, without any unnecessary pleasantries, getting straight to the point.

Jiang Ziya quickly composed himself and bowed again.

"Your Human Emperor, my master has informed me of everything."

"I have come to Chaoge on the Imperial Edict of my master to assist the Human Emperor."

He already knew that the Interception Sect and the Great Shang Dynasty were now allies standing on the same boat.

And he was one of the people sent by his master to take charge.

"Good."

Di Xin rose from his throne and slowly walked down the steps.

He walked up to Jiang Ziya, and the invisible pressure emanating from him made Jiang Ziya unconsciously hold his breath.

"I won't waste any more words."

"You were recommended by Grand Tutor Wen Zhong. I trust his judgment, and I also trust your abilities."

"From this day forward, you will temporarily assume the position of Grand Tutor."

"You shall have full authority to handle all matters within the Grand Tutor's Mansion and all affairs of the court, in accordance with the duties of the Grand Tutor."

Upon hearing this, Jiang Ziya trembled violently and abruptly raised his head.

Acting as Grand Tutor temporarily?

Perform the duties of a Grand Tutor?

That was a position second only to the emperor in the Great King of Shang!

As a Daoist priest who has just come down from the mountain, with no merit to speak of, how can I shoulder such a heavy responsibility?

"Your Human Emperor, this... this is absolutely impossible!"

"I am utterly unworthy and unworthy to presume upon the position of Grand Tutor! I fear the officials of the court will be dissatisfied!"

"If I say you can, then you can."

"Besides, this is merely a stopgap measure."

"Once Grand Tutor Wen returns from suppressing the rebellion, you will join his ranks, and his specific position will be assigned to you."

I see.

Jiang Ziya felt somewhat relieved.

This is not a real intention to replace him, but rather to temporarily take over the situation until his Martial Nephew Wen Zhong returns.

Even so, this burden is too heavy.

"I understand that your ambition lies in cultivating immortality, and you are not particularly concerned with the wealth and power of this mortal dynasty."

"You came to Chaoge also to deal with this Investiture of the Gods Tribulation."

"Once this Tribulation ends, you may leave Chaoge at any time and return to Golden Ao Island to cultivate in seclusion."

These words left Jiang Ziya speechless.

This Human Emperor saw through everything so clearly.

He knew his purpose in coming, his ambitions, and even his backup plan.

The other party's honesty and magnanimity gradually calmed his heart, which was filled with anxiety due to the heavy responsibility.

yes.

He came here specifically for the Interception Sect and for his sect.

Since the Human Emperor trusts me so much, why should I hesitate and be timid?

Instead of getting caught up in empty fame, we should think about how to do this job well so as not to fail our master's expectations.

Having figured this out, Jiang Ziya had no more doubts.

He bowed deeply again, this time willingly.

"Very well, we will do as the Human Emperor says."

This time, he no longer referred to himself as "this humble Daoist priest."

"Your subject is Jiang Shang, Jiang Ziya..."

"Greetings, Your the King!"

The word "chen" represents his choice.

From this moment on, he was not only Jiang Ziya, Jie Sect Disciple, but also Jiang Shang, a subject of the Great Shang Dynasty.

Looking at Jiang Ziya, Di Xin finally revealed a satisfied smile on his majestic face.

That's the attitude he wants.

"My dear minister, please rise."

"From now on, the Great Shang Dynasty court will rely on you, my esteemed minister."

Di Xin personally stepped forward and helped him up.

"My dear minister, please go directly to the Grand Tutor's Mansion."

Di Xin's voice rang out again.

"I suppose you're already quite familiar with that place."

"Regarding matters in the court, I have already made arrangements in advance. Senior officials such as Bi Gan and Shang Rong will fully cooperate with your work."

"Just go ahead and do it, there's no need to worry about anything."

This arrangement was incredibly thoughtful, clearing away all possible obstacles for Jiang Ziya.

This allowed him to immediately take over the power of the Grand Tutor without any worries.

A warm feeling welled up in Jiang Ziya's heart.

This Human Emperor was truly meticulous in his actions and possessed extraordinary charisma.

Serving such a powerful ruler might not be such a bad thing.

Jiang Ziya was moved and bowed again.

"Yes, Your the King."

"Your Majesty, I will certainly not fail in the King trust!"

"Good."

Di Xin nodded.

"Go."

"Yes, Your the King, I take my leave."

He said no more, and after bowing, he turned and left the Nine Chamber Hall.

Di Xin watched his slightly thin but ramrod straight back as he slowly walked back to the throne.

Another piece was placed on the chessboard.

As Jiang Ziya stepped out of the main hall and basked in the sunlight, he felt the burden on his shoulders was heavier than a mountain.

Grand Tutor.

Acting Grand Tutor.

He glanced back at the majestic hall and let out a long breath.

We've finally embarked on this path.

Without further hesitation, he discerned the direction of the Grand Tutor's Mansion, strode off, and headed there with great speed.