The Jade Emperor shook his head. "It's not that simple! From what we've seen, the Interception Sect and the Expounding Sect may be starting to work together. Of course, getting them to truly cooperate is impossible. But if Ren becomes their point of contact and wins favor with both sides, we'll have a problem. One Ren with the support of both sects would be dangerous!"
The Jade Emperor had a headache, but Taibai Jinxing shook his head. "Your Majesty... are we overthinking this? Ren has only just arrived in the Heavenly Court, and it hasn't been long since his Transformation. How could he have planned so far ahead? Perhaps this was just a coincidence. Even if Ren wanted to bring the two sects together, it would be difficult!"
The Jade Emperor sighed. "I hope I'm overthinking it."
The Queen Mother reassured him. "Your Majesty... let's set that aside for now. Ren and the Golden Spirit Holy Mother have both spoken to us, so we have more people to invite. We should arrange the banquet soon."
"Right, right... Since Qiongxiao wants Peaches, prepare plenty! Take care with the banquet too, then invite Ren, the Golden Spirit Holy Mother, and the Three Xiao!" the Jade Emperor told Taibai Jinxing.
Taibai Jinxing nodded. "Your Majesty... leave it to me. It's rather late today, though. I'll invite them tomorrow."
The Jade Emperor nodded. "You're good at this, so I'll leave it in your hands. But keep a close eye on Ren. Look into Nezha and Lei Zhenzi as well. Their sudden trip from Kunlun to the Heavenly Court can't be that simple!"
Taibai Jinxing nodded. "Understood. Leave it all to me!"
With that, Taibai Jinxing withdrew.
Once Taibai Jinxing was gone, the Jade Emperor drained his cup and rubbed his aching head. "Sigh... I