As the edict announcing the new system was issued, an uproar immediately surged through and beyond the Human Emperor Cave. Almost everyone gathered in their own groups to heatedly discuss and argue over the new system, gradually splitting into two opposing camps.
Most ordinary commoners supported the new system. They had no land or property to begin with and lived dependent on landlords, noble families, and sects.
The new system was comparatively generous. As long as they continued paying taxes, they could keep possessing large amounts of land and resources.
Those who fiercely opposed it were the vested interests—landlords, noble families, sects, and the like. They kept publicly accusing Jiang Ping'an of attempting to enslave the entire human race.
A few days later, the former Human Emperor, Ying Zhen, hurriedly came to visit.
"Father-in-law, what guidance do you have for me?" Jiang Ping'an asked with a smile.
Ying Zhen sighed and said, "Jade Emperor, the new system you wish to implement is very good, but it is too drastic."
Jiang Ping'an shook his head lightly with confidence. "Father-in-law, there is no need to worry. I am an Immortal God. No matter how much they oppose me, they cannot harm me. Besides, Heavenly Court Island is my land to begin with. I can do with it as I please. The new system will definitely gain the support of the majority."
"Those are all low-level commoners. They are of little use," Ying Zhen said, shaking his head.
Jiang Ping'an said unconcernedly, "The great noble families and the sects' sacred lands may indeed command tremendous power, but ordinary commoners cannot be looked down upon either. If the great noble families and the sects' sacred lands are unwilling to relocate, that is fine too. We just happen to need to leave a portion of