Jiang Ziya Descends the Mountain by Imperial Order to Protect the Peace, While Shen Gongbao Leaves the Mountain in Resentment to Upend the World

Jinao Island.

Within Biyou Palace.

Immortal mist swirled, and Dao Rhythm filled the air.

Sect Master Tongtian sat high upon the Cloud Bed, Clear Qi flowing around him as though he had merged with the entire hall.

Below, Jiang Ziya stood quietly. He wore a blue Daoist robe, and his beard and hair were completely white.

"Ziya."

Sect Master Tongtian spoke. His tone was calm, yet it seemed to contain the resonant sound of the Great Dao.

"Your disciple is here." Jiang Ziya bowed.

"Wen Zhong sent word several months ago. He went on an expedition to the North Sea, and the campaign may drag on for a long time. There is no one in court to assist the Human Emperor."

"He hopes you will descend the mountain, enter Chaoge, and assist the Human Emperor."

"I have already agreed to this."

"You were in seclusion comprehending Dao techniques at the time, so I did not disturb you."

"Now that you have emerged from seclusion, it is time for you to make a trip to Chaoge."

Jiang Ziya felt little stir in his heart upon hearing this.

Cultivating the Dao on Jinao Island had indeed been his dearest wish, but since his master had given the order, he naturally had to obey.

Besides, his three years in Chaoge had not been entirely fruitless. The feeling of wielding authority and commanding ten thousand troops had once set his blood surging.

It was his honor to serve his sect.

"Your disciple accepts the order." Jiang Ziya bowed respectfully.

Sect Master Tongtian nodded and continued.

"You must already know that the Investiture of the Gods Calamity has begun."

"This calamity is no trivial matter. It will use the rise and fall of human dynasties to settle the Karma accumulated by our Three Sects over