Primordial Heavenly Lord sat in the seat of honor, looking down at the immortals below with the imposing dignity of an unrivaled Saint.
"Now that the Heavenly Court has reopened, the Heavenly Mandate calls for six Great Emperors to govern it. My Chan Sect disciple Taiyi True Person is exceptionally talented and virtuous, and fully worthy of a place of honor in the Heavenly Court. He shall become the Great Emperor Longevity of the South Pole."
After making this pronouncement, Primordial Heavenly Lord intended to appoint one of the Six Emperors on the spot. Dao Ancestor had earlier said that Haotian and the Saints should discuss the candidates for the Six Emperors, but Primordial Heavenly Lord completely ignored Haotian and meant to decide the matter with a single word.
Within the Chan Sect's ranks, Taiyi True Person was overjoyed to hear that his master intended to grant him the title of Great Emperor of the Heavenly Court. His fellow disciples were all green with envy.
Among the Twelve Golden Immortals of Chan Sect, he was the most favored after their eldest disciple, Guangchengzi. Taiyi looked at Haotian the Jade Emperor, whose expression had darkened, and felt immensely pleased with himself. His master had already spoken. Even if Haotian was unwilling, he wouldn't dare refuse. The position of Great Emperor was as good as his.
At that moment, Haotian's expression stiffened. He was furious. Relying on his status as a Saint, Primordial Heavenly Lord had directly appointed his own disciple as one of the Six Emperors, showing utter disregard for him, the Lord of Heavenly Court.
"Senior Brother Primordial, it would naturally be a blessing for the Heavenly Court if a talented Chan Sect disciple were willing to serve here. Haotian would welcome him wholeheartedly. However, the position of one of