Lady Houtu was even less likely to contend for the position of ruler of the Heavenly Court. After all, Lin Tian had already agreed to lead the Witch Clan out of the Primordial World, so there was no need for such a superfluous move.
Now, she only needed to stand aside and watch the show to see who the true winner would be.
"Teacher, this disciple believes that those from the Western Lands should sever their ties to the mortal world. They are not suited to rule the Heavenly Court."
Primordial Heavenly Venerable spoke once again. It would have been acceptable for someone from the Human Race to rule the Heavenly Court, since that would ultimately benefit his elder brother. Those from the Western Lands were outsiders, however, and he certainly did not want them to take the position.
"Fellow Daoist Yuanshi, you are mistaken. Every disciple under my tutelage cares deeply for the creatures of the Primordial World and possesses great destiny. They are qualified to rule the Heavenly Court."
The speaker was Jieyin. Since the Three Pure Ones intended to target the Western Lands, he certainly would not stand idly by. He would do everything he could to contend for the position of sovereign of heaven and earth.
Seeing this, Zhunti glanced at Primordial Heavenly Venerable and said, "Teacher, although Guang Chengzi is the foremost disciple of the Chan Sect, his cultivation is low. He clearly cannot assume the position of Heavenly Emperor."
With the Two Western Saints opposing him together, Primordial Heavenly Venerable was left somewhat speechless. Fury filled his heart, but he could not vent it. After all, Dao Ancestor Hongjun was present, and they dared not cause too much of a disturbance.
"Enough. There is no need to argue any further. Since you cannot reach