Enfeoffing the Dragon Clan! Put Your Hair Up!

East Sea Dragon Palace.

Immortal charm stretched vast, while the waters surged to the heavens.

Venus Tai Bai stood above the Great Hall. Behind him stood Heavenly soldiers and generals clad in golden armor, their auras deep and powerful. Ling Xiao sat casually upon the Dragon King's throne, looking down at the Dragon Kings of the Four Seas.

"Star Lord, announce the Jade Emperor's decree!"

Ling Xiao said calmly, a gentle smile on his face.

The Dragon Clan's ascension to the heavens was the great trend of the Heavenly Dao.

After enduring countless trials, the Dragon Kings of the Four Seas had all voluntarily submitted to the Heavenly Court. They were willing to accept the positions of righteous gods of the Heavenly Dao and lead the Dragon Clan in guarding the four seas.

At these words!

Venus Tai Bai took out a jade slip. Mysterious light flickered, and one Heavenly Dao Divine Rune after another gathered together. A majestic aura and the laws of the Heavenly Dao permeated the East Sea Dragon Palace.

"I govern the living beings of the Three Realms and oversee the order of heaven and earth. Now that the Dragon Clan has followed the Heavenly Dao and rendered meritorious service in guarding the East Sea Spring Eye, they may receive the protection of Heavenly Court luck and assume divine offices."

"The Dragon Clan shall raise clouds and bring rain, nourish the land, govern the domains of the four seas, and protect all aquatic beings!"

"I hereby appoint Ao Guang, Ao Qin, Ao Run, and Ao Shun as the Dragon Kings of the Four Seas. They shall govern the four seas separately, fulfill their respective duties, and preserve peace in the four seas forever."

"Ao Guang shall be the foremost among the Dragon Kings of the Four Seas. He is specially granted the position of Sea God of the Heavenly Court, acting on behalf of Heaven to govern the affairs of the four seas!"

The Dao Sound drifted on without end.

The Jade Emperor's voice echoed throughout the Primordial Wilderness.

In an instant!

Heavenly Court luck blessed the Dragon Kings of the Four Seas. Clusters of Heavenly Dao Merit also descended from the void, landing upon them and the countless beings of the Dragon Clan.

Yellow Dragon Daoist and Ying Long also received some Heavenly Dao Merit.

"We respectfully obey the Jade Emperor's command!"

Ao Guang and the others spoke in unison, bowing in a Daoist salute.

Venus Tai Bai's mana stirred slightly, and the jade slip rose above the East Sea Dragon Palace, transforming into a barrier that protected the Dragon Clan.

"Dao Friends, the Jade Emperor has already issued his decree. You must carry out your duties faithfully! Dao Friend Ying Long once assisted Human Sovereign Da Yu in sorting out the waterways. Please help the Dragon Clan so that they may take up their responsibilities as soon as possible."

"Dao Friend Ao Guang, you may discuss how to appoint members of the Dragon Clan throughout the rivers, lakes, and major waterways of the Primordial Wilderness. They may enjoy Deity Positions and Heavenly Dao Luck!"

"However, remember that this matter must be reviewed by the Jade Emperor!"

Ling Xiao rose from the throne and spoke to Ying Long and Ao Guang.

The Dragon Clan's ascension to the heavens was now settled.

Though the Heavenly Dao had not bestowed merit upon him, he knew that another accomplishment had been added to his record with Dao Ancestor Hongjun.

"Many thanks for Dao Friend Ling Xiao's guidance. We shall certainly not disappoint the trust of the Jade Emperor and yourself."

Ao Guang saluted Ling Xiao, gratitude filling his eyes.

"Very good!"

Ling Xiao nodded in response, then stepped into the void and drifted away.

Time flowed on, and the winds and clouds shifted.

The Dragon Clan ascended to the heavens, and the four seas were pacified.

Throughout the rivers, lakes, and important waterways of the Primordial Wilderness, members of the Dragon Clan stood guard. They rotated every thousand years, ensuring that no one held a position beyond their virtue.

The Jade Emperor greatly praised this and bestowed rewards upon the Dragon Kings of the Four Seas.

Ao Guang also understood the ways of the world. He presented the treasures and specialties of the four seas as tribute to the Heavenly Court. For a time, the relationship between the Heavenly Court and the Dragon Clan flourished, and a sentiment spread throughout the Primordial Wilderness.

It seemed that taking up a post in heaven was not such a shameful thing after all!

At this moment!

Ling Xiao lay with his head on Wangshu's jade-like thighs, leisurely breathing in her faint fragrance and savoring the various primordial spirit fruits she fed him.

"The tribulation aura is evolving. Any living being entangled in karma with the Sage sects will be affected by the Investiture of the Gods Tribulation. Ling Xiao, which side will you help?"

Wangshu allowed Ling Xiao to enjoy himself as she asked softly.

She had originally held no interest in the Investiture of the Gods Tribulation or the struggles between the sects. But Ling Xiao possessed the Investiture of the Gods List and the God-Slaying Whip.

Because of Ling Xiao, Wangshu had gradually begun to care about this matter as well.

Ling Xiao shook his head. "From beginning to end, I will stand on the side of Dao Ancestor Hongjun and the Heavenly Dao. I will rarely interfere in the slaughter and schemes of the Sage sects."

"Of course, if disciples of the Sages bring calamity upon the Primordial Wilderness and commit monstrous sins of slaughter, that will be another matter!"

He who wished to wear the crown had to bear its weight.

Ling Xiao had an indifferent temperament, yet his Pure Creation Dao was somewhat connected to all living beings. That was why he cared so much about the development of the Primordial Wilderness, wholeheartedly pushing for the Heavenly Dao, Earthly Dao, and Human Dao to all return to their proper places.

As for Dao Ancestor Hongjun, helping him become worthy of his name was merely something Ling Xiao could do along the way!

After all, Dao Ancestor Hongjun had treated Ling Xiao well!

"You, honestly, you worry about far too much!"

Wangshu's jade hand gently brushed across Ling Xiao's cheek as she spoke with slight exasperation.

Deep down, she felt somewhat resentful!

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Why had Dao Ancestor Hongjun still not issued a decree allowing them to truly become Dao companions?

Yet Wangshu could not bring herself to say such a thing!

Moreover, Wangshu knew that part of what Ling Xiao did was for her sake. After all, she possessed the Foundation of a Chaos Demon God, and by all reason, neither the Heavenly Dao nor Dao Ancestor Hongjun should tolerate her.

"Hmm!"

"Tai Xuan and Xingtian have arrived!"

Ling Xiao's Divine Sense stirred slightly, and he lifted his head from Wangshu's jade-like thighs.

A million li away, North Sea Black Tortoise and Xingtian were heading toward Penglai Immortal Island.

With a wave of his jade sleeve, the restriction barrier opened.

"Wait here for me. I'll go welcome them!"

Ling Xiao rubbed Wangshu's head and said with a smile, his eyes warm.

After he severed his ties with the Sect of Interception, Tai Xuan, Xingtian, and the others had also fallen out completely with Tongtian and Biyou Palace, naturally leaving the Sect of Interception.

Ling Xiao was rather satisfied with Tai Xuan, Xingtian, Feng Bo, and the others. After his cultivation had been completely lost, they had not looked down on him.

Tai Xuan was forthright and kind, while Xingtian and the others were Great Witches who had reincarnated and recultivated. They carried righteousness in their bones and were countless times better than those disciples of the Sect of Interception.

"I'll go with you!"

"I can be considered half the mistress of Penglai Immortal Island too, can't I...?"

A blush spread across Wangshu's pretty face as she grabbed Ling Xiao's arm. That casual contact made Ling Xiao's heart stir.

Now, only that final veil remained!

"Why only half?"

"Everything I have is yours!"

Ling Xiao took Wangshu's jade hand and spoke with deep affection.

His eyes were profound and clear, piercing straight into Wangshu's soul.

Had Tai Xuan and Xingtian not been about to arrive, they would surely have grown intimate and done something excessive.

Then!

Ling Xiao and Wangshu rode Auspicious Clouds beyond Penglai Immortal Island. They saw two figures crossing the void, soon appearing before them.

After exchanging a few pleasantries, everyone arrived beneath the Ren Water Flat Peach Tree.

"Dao Friend Ling Xiao, it has been a long time!"

"This is a gift Houtu asked us to deliver to the Lunar Goddess. Please accept it!"

Tai Xuan and Xingtian spoke casually, as though they were already familiar with everyone.

Their mana stirred slightly, and a jade hairpin appeared out of thin air, hovering in the air.

It was unmistakably a Top-Grade Primordial Spiritual Treasure!

Netherworld aura emanated from it, shimmering with a cold and clear radiance.

"Wangshu, accept it!"

Ling Xiao knew that Tai Xuan and Xingtian had not come to Penglai Immortal Island merely to reminisce with him. Wangshu was therefore meant to accept this hairpin, thereby settling the karma.

During the Lich Tribulation, Ancestral Witch Houtu transformed her body into the Netherworld and opened the six paths of reincarnation.

Houtu was formed from the will of Ancestral Witch Houtu, fused with the origin and laws of the Earthly Dao. She guarded the six paths of reincarnation, and her strength was comparable to that of a Heavenly Dao Sage.

Unfortunately, Houtu could never leave the Netherworld for all eternity!

"Alright!"

Wangshu parted her red lips and smiled.

Her mana stirred slightly, and the Mysterious Yin Jade Hairpin appeared amid her flowing black hair. As Ling Xiao looked at Wangshu's hair gathered into a bun, an image surfaced in his mind.

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"Two Dao Friends, please have some tea!"

Ling Xiao pushed jade cups before Tai Xuan and Xingtian. An Enlightenment Tea Leaf floated in each cup, while ripples on the tea stirred the laws and order of the Great Dao, causing both men to tremble inwardly.

"Enlightenment Tea Leaves—Dao Friend Ling Xiao truly is generous!"

"Then I won't stand on ceremony..."

Tai Xuan lifted his jade cup and took a light sip of the Enlightenment Tea, while Xingtian swallowed his in one gulp, sending both the tea and the Enlightenment Tea Leaf into his stomach.

Their minds wandered through the great void as they entered a state of enlightenment.

A long while later.

Tai Xuan opened his eyes, and his aura rose to the middle stage of Golden Immortal of Grand Dao. Clearly, that cup of Enlightenment Tea had helped him break through his realm's barrier.

As the North Sea Black Tortoise, his comprehension of laws was not inferior to that of any Quasi-Sage Great Being.

He merely needed to cultivate steadily after reincarnating!

"May I ask, two Dao Friends, what does Houtu need me to do?"

Ling Xiao raised a brow and spoke calmly.

Divine light flashed in the depths of his eyes...