The Daoist Wishes to Set the Investiture Platform... Atop Zhou Mountain

Shen Gongbao's gaze fell upon his direct disciple, and a trace of barely perceptible warmth and expectation flashed through his eyes.

"You were originally the Third Prince of the East Sea Dragon Palace. Now that you have fulfilled your merits in this kalpa, you may become the Nine Heavens River Patrol Envoy!"

"You shall oversee the clouds and rain of the three realms, inspect the waterways beneath heaven, and regulate rivers, lakes, and seas. You are further granted the authority to act first and report afterward. Should you encounter unlawful officials or water clans causing disorder, you may deal with them directly!"

As soon as this decree was announced, all the immortals in the hall revealed knowing expressions.

This divine office had clearly been reserved by Shen Gongbao specifically for Ao Bing.

Not only did it preserve the Dragon Clan's inherent authority over waterways, but it also granted him the power to oversee the three realms. Like Nezha's Great God of the Three Altars Sea Assembly, it belonged to the water department, yet each had separate duties—one handled internal inspections, while the other led external campaigns.

"This disciple accepts the decree and will surely not disappoint Master's high expectations!"

At that moment, Kong Xuan, who had remained silent the entire time, suddenly spoke. "I wish to take the position of Peacock Bright King, guard South Bright Volcano, and eternally suppress the Earth Vein."

Seeing this, Duobao Daoist clapped his hands and laughed. "In that case, I shall take the nominal post of Duobao Heavenly King and focus on refining magical treasures for the Heavenly Court. That would be rather leisurely and carefree."

Sage Mother Jin Ling gave a slight bow. "I shall take the post of Kan Palace Dou Mu, command the Zhou Tian Star Dou, and maintain the balance