"Haotian and Yaochi, you the Two are Heavenly Mandate by Heaven; fate has ordained the Two."
As Hongjun finished speaking, Dao Sound echoed within the Purple Sky Palace, as if some invisible rule was being activated.
"From this day forward, Haotian, having ascended to the throne of Heavenly Emperor, shall rule the Heavenly Court, govern the Order of the Three Realms, and regulate the balance of Yin-Yang."
As soon as he finished speaking, a dazzling divine light flew out from Hongjun's sleeve, transforming into a magnificent mirror that shone with divine light, capable of illuminating the truth and falsehood of the universe. It hung before Haotian, saying, "I bestow upon you the Top-grade Innate Spiritual Treasure, the Haotian Mirror, to see through illusions and discern the smallest details, a symbol of the Heavenly Emperor's Authority."
"Thank you for your generous gift, Master!" Haotian was deeply moved, but he tried his best to remain respectful as he accepted the precious mirror, which contained supreme heavenly might, with both hands.
Hongjun turned his gaze to Yaochi: "Yaochi should be the Heavenly Empress, assisting in the management of the Heavenly Court, governing the female immortals, and Earthly Order."
Another streak of light flew out, transforming into a pure white, elegant Cloud World Banner with auspicious clouds, its surface swirling with cloud patterns, offering unparalleled defense.
"I bestow upon you the Plain Cloud World Banner to protect yourself and stabilize the Heavenly Court realm."
At the same time, a ray of light containing boundless creative energy fell into Yaochi's palm, transforming into a small seedling radiating a hazy glow and the Spirit Root.
"I will also bestow upon you the Peach Seed the Innate Spiritual Root, the Peaches of Flat Peach, which you shall plant in the Heavenly Realm with the Xirang. The fruits of the Peaches of Immortality can prolong life, nourish the immortal spirits, and serve as a reward for all immortals, thus maintaining the Immortal Fate in the Heavenly Realm."
This Spirit Root is Heavenly Realm's Supreme Treasure of Fortune; you must use it wisely.
The seedlings were full of vitality, clearly containing boundless life force and Daoist principles.
"Yaochi kowtows in Dao Ancestor!" Yaochi carefully and solemnly put away the Plain Cloud World Banner and the Flat Peach Spirit Root.
Then, Hongjun looked at the Six Saints and instructed them:
The Heavenly Court is the repository of the Heavenly Dao order and the pivot of maintaining the operation of the Primordial World.
As Heavenly Dao Saint, you should assist Haotian the Two Yaochi in establishing Order and stabilizing the Qiankun as soon as possible.
"Haotian and Yaochi have just assumed their positions; you must provide them with appropriate support and not shirk your responsibilities."
His voice was calm, yet carried an undeniable air of authority.
All Six Saints bowed and said, "We humbly obey the decree of our teacher (the Dao Ancestor)!"
Although Yuanshi, Jieyin, Tongtian, and others had their own thoughts, none of them dared to show the slightest dissatisfaction in front of Hongjun.
"Go then." Hongjun waved his hand, and the gates of the Purple Sky Palace opened.
Haotian and Yaochi felt the Heavenly Dao Talisman imprints representing the Heavenly Empress Heavenly Emperor and Empress that had appeared in their Purple Mansion, as well as the precious treasures bestowed upon them by Hongjun, and bowed deeply to Hongjun.
The Six Saints then took their leave, and their figures disappeared outside the gates of the Purple Sky Palace.
Inside the Southern Heavenly Gate, the once magnificent Thirty-Three Layered Heavens are now a scene of devastation.
Some Celestial Palace palaces and pavilions have collapsed into ruins, the celestial clouds and mist are thin and disordered, the Star River is distorted and flickering, and the Earth, Wind, Water, Fire is occasionally out of balance, creating a scene of decay.
Haotian held the Haotian Mirror, its light as clear as a deep pool. The aura of the Heavenly Emperor's talismans flowed around him, gradually amplifying his majesty. Yaochi gently cradled the Flat Peach Spirit Root seedling, which was surrounded by a misty glow. The Plain Cloud World Banner moved without wind, scattering a pure and auspicious aura around her and isolating her from the turbid atmosphere.
The two stood side by side in the void, looking down at the Heavenly Realm.
The figures of six Saint appeared from nothingness. Haotian and Yaochi walked up to them, bowed, and addressed them as "Senior Brothers."
Laozi's expression was as calm as a still well; Yuanshi Tianzun's eyes held a scrutinizing gaze, with a hint of barely perceptible disdain; Sect Master Tongtian, Nuwa Niangniang, Empress Nuwa, and Jieyin Zhunti, however, did not seem to care about the issue of titles.
Fortunately, no one objected, which was considered an admission of Haotian and Yaochi's identities.
Now that the gatekeepers have become the Heavenly Emperor and Heavenly Empress, it's not an insult for them to address the six of them as "senior brothers."
"Fellow disciples, please lend a helping hand." Haotian bowed respectfully.
The Six Saints nodded slightly.
The Yuanshi Tianzun Venerable, bathed in pure, Yuqing Immortal Light, surveyed the mortal realm below and spoke slowly and deliberately, "The Heavenly Realm is the Pure Spiritual Hub place, free from defilement, where turbidity shall be dispelled."
As soon as he finished speaking, he gently waved his wide sleeves, and a vast and boundless Pure Sage Immortal Light poured down from the heavens like the Milky Way, instantly cleansing the surrounding area.
Wherever the Immortal Light reached, the lingering Demonic Aura, the remaining Blood Fiend, and the wailing Remnants of Yin Souls all melted and purified like ice and snow, revealing the original pure flowing clouds and celestial radiance.
Upon seeing this, the Sect Master Tongtian laughed loudly, his voice as clear as metal and stone. "Very well! The Heavenly Realm Spirit Vein are in disarray, and space is disordered. I will restore order!"
He pointed his fingers like a sword, and instantly countless strands of highly Shangqing Spiritual Power appeared in the void.
These Spiritual Power, like incredibly nimble Divine Shuttle, precisely landed at the Heavenly Realm Spatial Node, and then suddenly formed a Great Formation.
The Shangqing Spiritual Power was as dense as a woven tapestry. Wherever it passed, the turbulent space was smoothed out, the torn boundary walls were quickly mended, and the out-of-control Star Power was tamed and returned to its Return to Origin. The Heavenly Realm began to recover its stability.
Immediately afterwards, the Empress Nuwa extended her slender fingers, and the Creation Green Light, containing boundless vitality, silently fell like drops of sweet rain.
Bathed in the azure light, the long-abandoned and neglected Immortal Garden instantly bursts into life. Immortal herbs and rare flowers sprout from the soil, vying for beauty; the dried-up Immortal Spirit Spring gurgles again; and the collapsed Jade Immortal Bridge automatically restores itself, Shimmering with light.
The entire Heavenly Realm was visibly draped in New Greenery, brimming with vibrant life.
The two saints, Zhunti, Jieyin a glance, clasped their hands together, and chanted a prayer.
Boundless Golden Light rose from the top of his head, illuminating the entire world.
Where the Golden Light fell, it naturally merged with the original Guardian Formation of the Heavenly Realm. In an instant, the Guardian Formation shone brightly, Jieyin in pure Star Power from the Starry Sky above and transforming it into a massive amount of spiritual energy. In a moment, Spiritual Energy like rain rained down upon the entire Heavenly Realm.
The two saints also secretly cast spells, quietly guiding some of the purified Star Power towards the Western Land.
Taiqing Laozi was the most indifferent; he simply patted the Yellow Gourd hanging from his waist.
The gourd opened silently, Yin-Yang Two Energies flowed out, instantly transforming into a gigantic, immeasurable Taiji Dao Diagram containing the Principles of Heaven and Earth, which slowly covered the Highest Layer of the Heavenly Realm.
This profound Yin-Yang diagram did not cause as much of a commotion as the previous ones had created. Instead, it played a coordinating role, organizing the Yuanshi Clear Light, the Tongtian Shangqing Spiritual Power, Nuwa's Power of Creation, and the Western Region Star Formation, allowing each element to function properly.
Under the harmony of Yin-Yang Two Energies, all forces not only do not conflict, but complement each other, forming a more magnificent and harmonious Order Force Field, which thoroughly sorts out and regulates the remaining Chaotic Laws of the Heavenly Realm, returning them to the Utmost Simplicity and Stillness.
Although Laozi did not utter a single word, the Daoist principles of Taiji Yin-Yang became an indispensable and Stable Foundation for the entire process of reshaping.
The Power of Saints truly exhausts the Mysteries of Creation.
Under the immense power of the six Heavenly Dao Saints, the entire Thirty-Three Layered Heavens was transformed in the time it takes to drink a cup of tea!
Haotian and Yaochi gazed at the newly renovated Heavenly Court, which was even more magnificent than before, and their hearts were filled with emotion.
However, despite their excitement, they remained perfectly clear-headed.
The magnificent palace is merely an empty shell, and the ethereal fairy aura is just a facade.
The foundation of the Heavenly Realm lies in its operational Order, and the core of that Order lies in the celestial deities Departmental Management.
Without enough manpower to fill the palaces and halls, to manage the Stars, control the clouds, maintain the boundaries, Record Immortal Registry, and enforce laws Law and Order regulations... this magnificent Heavenly Court is merely a beautiful but Empty Shell. How can it possibly "Act on behalf of Heaven"?
Haotian took a deep breath, drafted the plan in his mind, solemnly turned around, faced the Six Saints on his left and right, and bowed deeply:
Haotian, grateful for the great power of the saints, restored the Divine Might power of the heavens, and the Heavenly Realm has been restored to its magnificent state!
However, the Heavenly Court's responsibility to Rule the Three Realms is not the Two Yaochi and I can accomplish.
The movement of Stars, the registration of immortals, the enforcement of heavenly laws, the maintenance of Order... all these tasks are extremely complex and require capable individuals to handle them.
Although Haotian was granted the authority of the Heavenly Court by the Dao Ancestor, he knew that yin alone cannot produce life, Solitary Yang cannot grow.
We earnestly request all Saint and fellow disciples to remember the Dao Ancestor's instructions and, for the sake of the Peace and Stability of all living beings in the Primordial World, to mercifully support us by sending capable the Two to help us establish the framework of the Heavenly Court and restore basic Order!
Haotian and Yaochi hereby express their gratitude to all the saints!
His words were extremely earnest, his demeanor respectful, and every word he uttered was inseparable from the "decree of the Dao Ancestor" and "peace and Peace and Stability in the Primordial World," placing his request above all else.
Upon hearing this, the Six Saints showed displeasure on their faces, but they all knew that what Haotian said was the truth.
Nuwa was the first to respond to Haotian's request.
"Junior Brother Haotian, I established the Wa Huang Heaven in the Chaos, but I have never established Establish Dao in the Primordial World. I have no permanent disciples to command."
She paused slightly, then continued, "Although the Witch-Demon World-Ending Tribulation have ended, the Demon Clan continues to multiply in the world, and there are some talented individuals among them."
If Junior Brother Haotian finds any promising Demon Clan who are capable, kind-hearted, and untainted by Karma debts, and who are indeed fit to serve the Heavenly Court, you need only nominate them. I can then issue Empress Nuwa's Decree to summon them in my name and send them to serve in the Heavenly Court.
This is the little bit of help I can offer.
Upon hearing this, Haotian was overjoyed. The Demon Court had just been destroyed. If the Heavenly Court summoned the Demon Clan, they would remember the Demon Court's Sunlight and might not be willing to stay in the Heavenly Court again.
Now that Nuwa is here as a guarantor, summoning the Demon Clan in the name of the Empress Nuwa's Palace will save a lot of trouble and establish the concept of the Heavenly Court as the orthodox authority in their hearts!
Haotian immediately bowed deeply. "Thank you very much, Senior Sister! With the Empress Nuwa's Name, we will surely be able to attract talented individuals to help the Heavenly Court operate. Haotian is extremely grateful!"
Nuwa nodded slightly, said no more, and gracefully disappeared into the surrounding sky and clouds.
Haotian then looked at the others.
Laozi remained as calm as a still well, his eyelids slightly raised, his voice as flat as water:
My path Pure and Non-acting, and I have only one disciple, named Xuandu.
Xuandu bears the heavy responsibility of transmitting the essence of Dao of Humanity evolution, and is the Foundation of the Human Sect. It must not be allowed to become preoccupied with worldly affairs of the Heavenly Court, thus losing its focus and Lose the Dao from the Way.
Upon hearing this, Haotian couldn't help but feel a pang of disappointment.
However, Laozi Tzu immediately changed his tone:
However, the Heavenly Court was established by the Dao Ancestor and is the pivot of Order.
Fellow Daoist Nuwa has promised to help, even though I am in a state of tranquility, I cannot remain silent.
"When I have achieved success in my cultivation of Alchemy Dao and the Heavenly Court is about to be established, I may set up an Alchemy Pavilion in the Heavenly Realm to manage the Heavenly Medicine Treasury, refine Consolidate the foundation and cultivate the origin to strengthen the body and nourish the vital energy, and use it for Reward based on merit individuals."
Three flowers appeared above Laozi's head, and a pure Taiqing aura shot straight into the Yunxiao. Within the aura, the figure of an old Daoist with White Jade Fly Whisk, holding a white jade whisk and Banana Leaf Fan, with a gentle and serene expression, gradually solidified.
This old Daoist priest bore a striking resemblance to Laozi, but lacked his detached and serene demeanor, instead possessing a more Enter the world and wise air.
"This is an incarnation I created by borrowing the Taiqing's Alchemy Dao Incarnation, named 'Taishang Laojun'."
Laozi Tzu himself explained, "My Incarnation will reside in a quiet place above the Thirty-Three Layered Heavens of Heavenly Court, where I will establish the 'Doushuai Palace'."
Firstly, it can be used to open a furnace in the Heavenly Court to refine elixirs and other celestial products, accumulating the Heavenly Court's resources and helping Newly Promoted immortals and gods consolidate their foundations. Secondly, it can be considered as guarding a corner of the Heavenly Realm for you. If you have any questions about refining elixirs or harmonizing lead, Lead and Mercury, Dragon and Tiger, the immortals can go to the Doushuai Palace for guidance.
As for other available manpower...
Laozi shook his head slightly and sighed, "The foundation of the Dao Lineage of the Human Sect lies in the Human Clan, but the Human Clan suffered profound damage to its vitality during the Witch-Demon World-Ending Tribulation, and is currently in a period of recuperation and recovery. I truly have no one to spare."
Laozi's original intention was actually to monitor the affairs of the Heavenly Realm. Although he cultivated the Way of Non-action, he was not truly inactive.
After the Witch-Demon Great Tribulation, the Heavenly Court Re-established, but there was no longer a rival like the Lich Witch Clan to keep it in check. Once the Heavenly Court has grown up, it will surely become the center of the three realms of Heaven, Earth, and Man. At that time, whoever controls the Heavenly Realm will indirectly control the entire Primordial World.
For Haotian, Laozi's arrangement addressed a major need after the establishment of the Heavenly Court: a stable source of elixirs for the foundation of his Dao.
Furthermore, the presence of a Saint- level Incarnation carries immense symbolic significance.
However, this did not directly address the large number of low- and mid-level staff that Haotian urgently needed at that moment.
Haotian immediately composed himself and bowed respectfully:
Great Virtue senior brother Taiqing!
Having Laojun Incarnation and preside over the Heavenly Realm, overseeing the alchemy cauldron, is truly a great fortune for the Heavenly Court!
Haotian bows in Sage's Grace!
For Haotian, being able to have Laozi permanently Incarnation in the Heavenly Realm was already a huge gain that far exceeded his expectations.
However, once the Heavenly Court had developed, he realized how much of a hindrance this matter was to him.
Next, Haotian turned his gaze to the Yuqing Saint, Yuanshi Tianzun.
Yuanshi looked at Haotian and Yaochi, his eyes showing no emotion. Given his personality, he certainly didn't think much of the Gatekeeping child of the Purple Sky Palace.
However, considering that the Heavenly Court is a place that Act on behalf of Heaven, and that the Chan Teachings and practiced were of the same principle, it was impossible for him not to make arrangements for the Heavenly Court from this perspective.
Of course, his Twelve Golden Immortals disciples, as well as South Pole, Yun Zhongzi, and others, could not possibly go to the Heavenly Court to be at Haotian's beck and call, so they had to find another way.
"The Heavenly Court Dao Ancestor to govern the order and social Order of the Primordial Desolation World, and to rule over all living beings. Its status is extremely revered."
Only Virtue Moral True Immortal, Long Fortune, Stable Foundation, is worthy of undertaking this heavy responsibility.
These words seem to imply that the disciples of the Jade Void Sect are of noble status and that no other responsibility is worthy of them.
"If Junior Brother Haotian wants help, I should not refuse."
Unfortunately, my disciples, such as Guangchengzi, Chi Jingzi, Yu Ding, Taiyi, and the other Twelve Immortal Chiefs, all need to quietly comprehend the profound mysteries of the Yuqing Dao Method in their respective Cave Abode in order to make progress in their Dao Attainment. They are simply too busy to attend to the mundane affairs of the Heavenly Court.
Furthermore, his Merit are still shallow, and he is probably not qualified to hold an important position in the Heavenly Court.
He seemed to be politely declining, but in reality he was emphasizing that the disciples of Jade Void Sect were of "noble" status and should not be distracted by the mundane affairs of the Heavenly Court.
However, Yuanshi's words did not end there; he continued unhurriedly, "
However, since the Heavenly Court was newly established, it was indeed necessary to have manpower to maintain its basic operations, and it also needed people of the Yuqing Dao Method who were appointed by Heaven to set an example.
So,"
After a moment's thought, he said, "My subordinate, the Immortal Weng of the South Pole, is kind and gentle, and skilled in human affairs. I can send one of his avatars to reside permanently in the Heavenly Court, to hold the Nominal Position of the Great Emperor of the South Pole, and to preside over the Longevity, Fortune, and Prosperity of All Beings, in accordance with the Respond to the Heavenly Dao."
Furthermore, Grand Unity True Person also possesses the Save the World and Deliver People, and could also send External Incarnation to assume the position of the Great Emperor of the Eastern Azure, nominally accepting the duty of salvation.
These the Two avatars can represent the Yuqing Lineage and participate in the initial establishment of Order in the Heavenly Court.