"You're here?"
A calm yet exceptionally resounding voice rang out.
It made the Jade Emperor's heart tremble!
Although he had never dealt with Taishang Laojun alone during the time he had been in Heaven, for some reason, meeting Taishang Laojun in private this time...
made him feel that Taishang Laojun was so approachable and familiar.
It was as though he had known Taishang Laojun for many years, as though the other man was someone he knew very well.
Yet he could not remember where exactly he had met Taishang Laojun or what interactions they had shared!
"Greetings, Taishang Laojun!"
The Jade Emperor bowed in salute.
Back when he had first become the Heavenly Emperor, he truly understood nothing and knew little of the Heavenly Court's overall structure.
However, with Taibai Golden Star's assistance, he had learned many things. Among them was the fact that the old lord of Tusita Palace was far from as simple as he appeared. He was the incarnation of Saint Taiqing of the Mystic Gate within the Heavenly Court!
Not only was his status extremely lofty, but few across the Primordial Wilderness could compare to his abilities!
Whether in status or Daoxing,
the Jade Emperor had to show him respect.
"Mm, sit."
Taishang Laojun nodded and smiled warmly. "Heh heh, what tea would you like?"
Faced with the friendliness Taishang Laojun displayed,
the Jade Emperor seemed somewhat restrained, not even knowing where to put his hands. "Anything is fine. Lao... Taishang Laojun, you may arrange it as you see fit."
"Very well. Then let's have some Big Red Robe."
Taishang Laojun skillfully boiled the water and brewed the tea. He then poured a cup for both the Jade Emperor and himself, smiling as he said, "Have a taste. Is this the flavor you remember?"
"Thank you,