After the Witch-Demon War ended, Dao Ancestor Hongjun summoned the Saints of the heavens to Zixiao Palace to discuss matters, settling on reopening the Heavenly Court and appointing a new Heavenly Emperor.
In truth, all the Saints knew this perfectly well.
Haotian, the attendant boy by Dao Ancestor Hongjun's side, was the most suitable candidate for the new Heavenly Emperor.
After all, Haotian was Dao Ancestor Hongjun's boy, and his status and standing went without saying.
Besides, Haotian had no ties to any of the other major sects. If he became the new Heavenly Emperor, he could surely be impartial.
But each of the Saints had their own motives.
When they learned that Dao Ancestor Hongjun intended to appoint a new Heavenly Emperor, they all strongly recommended their own disciples.
After all, taking control of the Heavenly Court's Fortune would bring tremendous benefits to their respective sects.
In the end, Dao Ancestor Hongjun gave Qin Mu the position of ruler of the Heavenly Court.
That was precisely how Qin Mu was able to refine his third Clone, Emperor Venerate, and have him govern the Heavenly Court on his behalf.
Now, after hearing what Zhunti had said, Jieyin was beginning to waver.
He wondered if slowly nibbling away at the Heavenly Court's Fortune might be a good thing for the Western Lands.
As Jieyin pondered, Saint Zhunti spoke:
"Senior Brother, we can't keep hesitating."
"When it's time to act, we must act!"
At Saint Zhunti's words, Jieyin narrowed his eyes slightly, a hint of resolve flashing in their depths.
Then, making up his mind, he nodded.
"Very well."
Seeing Jieyin agree, Saint Zhunti was overjoyed.
He had never been one to sit still.
Back when the Witch and Demon Races fought their final decisive battle, he had secretly infiltrated the Sun