"What happened today was due to my Demon Court's failure to keep its subordinates in line. Once I return, I will give the Sage an explanation."
Nüwa had descended from the sky by then. She glanced at Dijun coolly.
"There's no need for an explanation."
Her voice had returned to its usual calm, detached tone. "I am of the Yao Clan, and now that I have become a Sage, it is only natural that I protect the Yao Clan."
At her words, Dijun was overjoyed!
His main purpose in coming here had been to ask Nüwa to take charge of the Yao Clan and become the Demon Court's guardian Sage.
The process had been a little bumpy, but the result was good!
"Thank you, Sage!" Dijun said excitedly. "On behalf of everyone in the Demon Court, I welcome Saint Nuwa!"
"There's no need." Nüwa waved a hand. "Though I am a Sage of the Yao Clan, I will not interfere in the Demon Court's affairs. I will establish my cultivation grounds at Phoenix Mountain. Unless the clan faces annihilation, do not disturb my cultivation."
Though her words distanced her from the Demon Court, they were tantamount to giving it a reprieve from death.
As long as they had a Sage like Nüwa, who would dare attack the Yao Clan lightly?
Dijun was already completely satisfied.
Unexpectedly, Dijun changed the subject again, a trace of worry appearing on his face.
"However... the Witch Clan has grown powerful. They run rampant throughout Honghuang, showing no respect for the Heavenly Dao or the Sages. In accordance with Heaven's will, our Demon Court governs the Heavenly Court and enlightens all living beings. In a hundred years, we will fight the Witch Clan to the death and determine who rules Honghuang."
After speaking, Dijun cautiously