"So that's how it is..." Joy rose in Lu Chen's heart. This was an unexpected piece of good news.
After all, even the Plague Lord was like this. The other immortals were probably no different.
"Besides, if the immortals of the Heavenly Court could truly inspect the mortal world at every moment, do you think your human world would still have so much filth and foulness? The immortals would have cleaned it all up long ago."
"Yes, Master's teachings are correct."
Lu Chen drew a deep breath. "To be honest with you, Master, it is true that I have founded a sect, but for now I am only running it in secret and do not dare make too much of a display. After all, you should know the rules for founding a sect in the mortal world."
The Plague Lord neither confirmed nor denied it. "Then whom does this sect's patriarchal shrine worship? Me?"
"No. For the great cause of talismans, I have established a patriarch out of thin air. That will make things easier in the future. Otherwise, if we encounter some immortal who is at odds with you, Master, it may prove inconvenient."
As he spoke, Lu Chen abruptly rose to his feet and gave a deep bow. "This disciple acted rashly this time. I beg Master to forgive me!"
The Plague Lord's expression shifted slightly. In the end, he merely sighed. "Fine. If you do not establish me as the patriarch, then so be it. Otherwise, it will become a second Rakshasa Cult."
"Master sees clearly!" Only then did Lu Chen let out a breath. "Then, Master... have you agreed?"
"Hold on—"
But the Plague Lord changed the subject. "If this method succeeds and the incense offerings flourish, do you intend to use this method to make