Buddha Tathagata had arrived.
The atmosphere in Lingxiao Treasure Hall had already been delicate. The Jade Emperor remained silent for the moment, and Yang Jian did not know how to begin either.
But with Buddha Tathagata's arrival, that problem was solved.
As the newcomer, surely he had to speak first?
Besides, Yang Jian was very curious. Now that he, a pawn in someone else's hand, had slipped out of control, what would Buddha Tathagata do next?
Help him?
Or kill him?
Yang Jian narrowed his eyes slightly, a thousand thoughts turning through his mind. In the end, he said nothing and simply stood calmly where he was, showing no intention of rushing things.
Clearly, he understood that Heaven-Slaying was unlike a change of dynasty among mortals. There was no such thing as wasting time here.
For one thing, immortals had limitless lifespans and naturally cared nothing for a little delay.
More importantly, in battles between immortals, the Heavenly Soldiers and Generals were merely an extra, unable to play any truly important role.
The real battle, when all was said and done, was between just three people: Buddha Tathagata, the Jade Emperor, and himself.
Yang Jian remained silent and motionless. Instead, the Jade Emperor spoke first. "Everyone, leave!"
At the Jade Emperor's command, the other immortals and gods did not give it much thought. They bowed and left Lingxiao Treasure Hall without the slightest delay.
Only the Pagoda-Bearing Heavenly King, Li Jing, opened his mouth as though to say something. But a glare from the Jade Emperor finally forced him to withdraw helplessly from Lingxiao Treasure Hall.
After all, Li Jing was truly loyal to the Jade Emperor.
But now that the Jade Emperor had made up his mind, there was little Li Jing could do.
Once everyone had left, the