Queen Mother of the West and Haotian
Cihang had just seen Nuwa off when the current Heavenly Emperor Haotian arrived.
When they met Haotian again, he was no longer the Great Luo Child of the Zixiao Palace, but a Two Corpses Quasi-Saint.
Moreover, Haotian did not come alone; he was accompanied by the Queen Mother of the West from Jade Pool.
After the saints left Zixiao Palace, Haotian did not leave immediately.
Although he had never ventured into the Primordial World, he was no stranger to the battles between the saints.
He also knew that the saints did not truly approve of him, nor could they offer him any real help.
To earn the respect of others, one must possess the corresponding strength and character.
Take Di Jun for example. Di Jun was a loser, but at the height of his power, even the saints had to temporarily avoid his sharp edge.
Knowing the importance of strength, Haotian did not immediately take over the Heavenly Court, but chose to break through first.
With Hongjun's help, Haotian successfully severed his Good and Evil Two Corpses, achieving the late-stage Quasi-Saint realm.
Although they still cannot compare with those truly top-tier experts, they are not to be underestimated.
One day, he will reign supreme over the Primordial World, ruling over all realms as the Heavenly Emperor.
With unwavering conviction, Haotian left the Chaos Purple Cloud Palace and officially entered the Heavenly Court.
Upon entering the Heavenly Court, Haotian's confidence and pride were shattered almost instantly.
What came into his view was a wasteland, surrounded by an ethereal aura, yet unable to conceal its desolation and decay.
More importantly, the vast Heavenly Court was completely silent, with no cultivators present.
All that was left for Haotian was ruins.
Seeing this scene, Haotian couldn't help but feel a surge of resentment.
Although the demon race was defeated, the lower-level immortals and gods were not affected and continued to work hard to keep the Heavenly Court running.
In the blink of an eye, these immortals and gods vanished without a trace, and the Heavenly Court's accumulated resources also disappeared completely.
It goes without saying that this is definitely the work of the sages.
Haotian had anticipated that the saints wouldn't genuinely help him, but he still hadn't expected that they would become his biggest obstacle.
Although he is the supreme ruler of the Heavenly Emperor, he is the only one in the entire Heavenly Court. How can he then operate the authority and order of the Heavenly Court?
"This really is a reconstruction of the Heavenly Court!"
Leaving behind a cold laugh, Haotian turned and left the Heavenly Court.
Even knowing that this was a silent warning from the sages, Haotian could not act on it.
Now he can only recruit cultivators again and rebuild the Heavenly Court's order as soon as possible.
Remembering Hongjun's instructions, Haotian's first stop was Western Kunlun, where he invited the Queen Mother of the West to come out of the mountains and jointly rule the Heavenly Court with him.
Although he was unwilling to have his power divided, he needed allies at this time.
As the Head of Female Immortals, the Queen Mother of the West is undoubtedly the most suitable candidate.
Unlike the previous two times, this time the Queen Mother of the West did not refuse. She accepted Haotian's invitation and joined the Heavenly Court with the Flat Peach Spirit Root and the Plain Cloud Boundary Banner.
The Faith Incarnation requires both fortune and faith, and the Heavenly Court is undoubtedly the most suitable place for it.
Meanwhile, her true self can peacefully cultivate in the Western Kunlun and comprehend the Primordial Chaos Path.
(In this book, the Queen Mother of the West and Haotian are not a couple, but rather partners who cooperate for mutual benefit.)
With the addition of the Queen Mother of the West, the Heavenly Court had its initial core members.
Unlike Haotian, Queen Mother of the West, though low-key, has a wide circle of friends, and many cultivators rely on her for survival.
The Heavenly Court also attracted many independent cultivators through this.
Even if the Heavenly Court is showing weakness, it is still a path to Tongtian for these rogue cultivators.
After establishing a foundation, Haotian and the Queen Mother of the West paid a visit to the Sanqing.
Assisting Haotian in establishing the Heavenly Court is also a responsibility that the Sanqing should bear.
Whether it was genuine assistance or a power struggle, both sides were perfectly clear about it.
However, due to Hongjun and their respective strengths, they appeared to be on the surface in harmony.
Finally, the two arrived at Mount Luojia together.
Although Cihang was not a saint, he was comparable to one.
Furthermore, both Haotian and the Queen Mother of the West have a good impression of Cihang and hope that Cihang can provide them with genuine help.
"Fellow Daoist Haotian, Fellow Queen Mother of the West, you are truly rare guests! Please come inside!"
Seeing the two who had come with her, Cihang was not surprised at all, and treated them with politeness mixed with a touch of closeness.
"It is truly an honor for us that you have come out to greet us personally, fellow Daoist!"
Haotian and the Queen Mother of the West also politely greeted Cihang.
Although both are quasi-saints, Cihang's status and position are already different.
Even against Haotian and the Queen Mother of the West, it was slightly superior.
"Has Fellow Daoist Queen Mother of the West already made up her mind to join the Heavenly Court?"
After entering the Life Temple and exchanging pleasantries, Cihang turned to the Queen Mother of the West for a question.
He was more familiar with the Queen Mother of the West than with Haotian.
"On the path of cultivation, one either progresses or regresses. I have been patient for too long, and it's time to make an effort for myself."
Although the Heavenly Court is a convergence of Karma, it is also the central hub of heaven and earth, containing countless opportunities and possibilities!
Choosing to cooperate with Haotian was a decision made by the Queen Mother of the West after weighing the pros and cons.
In the original timeline, the Queen Mother of the West joined the Heavenly Court because she had nowhere else to go.
She has now embarked on the Primordial Chaos Path, all for the sake of the Heavenly Court's merits and fortune.
It's the same principle as developing influence with Cihang.
Cultivating in the Primordial World requires not only talent and comprehension, but also resources and luck.
Only by leveraging the overwhelming momentum can we make continuous progress.
"Since you are already prepared, I wish you a speedy attainment of Cihang!"
I also wish Fellow Haotian a speedy restoration of the Heavenly Court's order and that he may soon be in charge of all the myriad paths of the heavens!
Although Cihang was catching up with the Queen Mother of the West, she did not neglect Haotian. She took a cup of spiritual tea and raised it in respect.
"Thank you for your kind words, fellow Daoist!"
Both Haotian and the Queen Mother of the West raised their cups in thanks.
"Speaking of rebuilding the Heavenly Court, Haotian has come for this very reason."
The Heavenly Court is now empty, and it is difficult for the scattered Heavenly Court alone to maintain order.
I implore you, fellow Daoist, to lend me a hand!
Taking advantage of the situation, Haotian revealed the purpose of his visit.
"Fellow Daoist, you are too kind. Rebuilding the Heavenly Court is an inevitable trend, and we should naturally contribute our share."
Even if you don't come, I intend to send some disciples to the Heavenly Court to sort out the Star Origin and illuminate the Great Thousand World.
After all, I have also taken on the responsibility of the Great Emperor Ziwei!
Cihang did not make things difficult for Haotian and readily agreed to Haotian request.
"Thank you, fellow Daoist. Haotian will await the disciples of Mount Luojia in the Heavenly Court."
Having received a satisfactory reply, Haotian happily expressed his gratitude.
Although the lineage of the Great Emperor Ziwei was not under his direct jurisdiction, the return of all the celestial gods to their positions erected a solid defense for the Heavenly Court.
Cihang's attitude itself is a form of deterrence.
"In the future, we disciples of the Mount Luojia lineage in the Heavenly Court will need your continued care!"
Although Cihang took over the position of the Great Emperor Ziwei, he had no intention of moving into the Heavenly Court.
Even if Haotian is weak, he is still the ruler of the Heavenly Court. With Haotian's protection, the disciples of Mount Luojia can more easily establish themselves in the Heavenly Court.
"Of course, Haotian will never allow the disciples of Mount Luojia to suffer a loss!"
Haotian firmly assured him.