Enfeoffing Subordinate Gods

As the embodiment and spirit of the Pure Fox Robe, Guo Jing instinctively knew its effects.

Without even trying, Guo Jing could tell how much this would improve her.

"I understand!" Having reverted to her demonic form and returned to her youthful appearance, Guo Jing cupped her hands in thanks to Yin Yunze, saying, "Thank you, Lady Qingnü!"

Compared to the visible increase in strength, Yin Yunze's little perverse pleasure and the pain of being burned were nothing.

After all, no matter how normal he may seem, Guo Jing is essentially still that evil ghost who was killed after his wife was taken away, and whose resentment is soaring to the heavens.

Faced with his primary goal of avenging himself against the City God, Guo Jing was willing to compromise on everything else.

Of course, Yin Yunze wasn't that naive; he was simply trying to increase Guo Jing's strength.

After all, although the two had a life-or-death bond, it wasn't to the point that Yin Yunze almost pulled out all his own tail hairs.

Therefore, Yin Yunze began with his true purpose for today. "Between you and me, there's no need for thanks. Although the situation was urgent that day, I have already appointed you as my Subordinate Deity —between you and me, there's no need for formalities."

As he spoke, Yin Yunze waved his hand, and a table made of ice and snow appeared in front of him. On the tabletop was a statue about a foot tall, which looked exactly like Guo Jing.

"Guo Jing, are you truly willing to accept my position Subordinate Deity?"

Although becoming Yin Yunze's Subordinate Deity would not only allow her to share in Yin Yunze's offerings but also grant her some of Yin Yunze's authority, making it a very advantageous position, and given that the two now share a common enemy, Guo Jing had no reason to refuse.

But after asking about the export, Yin Yunze was still a little nervous because so much cost had already been invested, and his eyes were fixed on Guo Jing.

If Guo Jing refuses, Yin Yunze will probably have to resort to some backup plans.

After all, Yin Yunze is no saint; he wouldn't actually do something that benefits someone else.

Fortunately, the worst-case scenario that Yin Yunze had envisioned did not occur. Guo Jing didn't even think too much before kneeling down and kowtowing, saying, "Thank you, Qing! Thank you for your grace, Your Excellency! I, Guo Jing, am willing to serve Your Excellency Subordinate Deity, obeying all commands and never disobeying."

After Guo Jing willingly accepted the position of Subordinate Deity, Yin Yunze Guo Jing sensed the master-servant connection between them.

"Very well! Guo Jing, in the name of Qingnü, I hereby appoint you as my Envoy of Envoy of Punitive Expedition! You shall be in charge of suppressing those who have committed crimes!"

As the most capable fighter under his command, although it wasn't entirely suitable, Yin Yunze still assigned him a divine role in combat.

"Yes, sir! Guo Jing, the Envoy of Punitive Expedition, obeys!"

Fortunately, Guo Jing had no objection and readily agreed.

It didn't say that she was just a scholar with no physical strength and was unsuitable for a position involving fighting.

With Yin Yunze's formal investiture in front of everyone, the biggest change appeared on the Pure Fox Robe.

The back, which was originally mostly blank except for the gold thread pattern, now features a pattern of a Nine-Tailed White Fox.

On Guo Jing's forehead, a crystal snowflake pattern representing the Authority over Frost and Snow appeared.

Seeing this, Yin Yunze also waved his hand.

The statue of Guo Jing on the ice table vanished instantly. When it reappeared, it was beside the statue of Green Hill Yi Yun.

After completing this procedure, Yin Yunze took out a Jade Slip and presented it to Guo Jing.

"This is a cultivation technique called the Asura Battle Body. Take it and study it carefully to enhance your strength."

Although the ultimate destiny of the Asura Battle Body is to become nourishment for the Prison-Subduing Wisdom King Form.

However, as long as Yin Yunze doesn't take that final step, the Asura Battle Body is an extremely profound ghost cultivation technique.

Yin Yunze didn't intend to use Guo Jing as nourishment, so Yin Yunze passing on the Asura Battle Body to Guo Jing wasn't a scheme to harm her.

However, what Yin Yunze gave Guo Jing was not the original version of the Hungry Ghost Path.

After all, the original record was too detailed. Although Yin Yunze had no intention of harming anyone, it would have been too reckless of him to test Guo Jing.

This Jade Slip is a counterfeit version of the memory Jade Slip, made by Yin Yunze.

The principle is actually very simple: Yin Yunze fixed an Illusion Technique effect on this Jade Slip.

Anyone who watches will see the Illusion Technique scenes pre-set by Yin Yunze. These pre-set Illusion Technique scenes are the training content of the Asura Battle Body.

While not as easy to interpret as the original, it's sufficient for simply browsing through a book.

"Thank you, sir!"

Holding out both hands, Guo Jing respectfully accepted the Jade Slip. However, without Yin Yunze's permission, Guo Jing still obediently knelt on the ground, awaiting Yin Yunze's next instructions.

It was only then that Yin Yunze reacted and said, "Get up."

"Yes!"

With Yin Yunze's permission, Guo Jing put on her Pure Fox Robe and stood behind Yin Yunze without hesitation.

Having summoned everyone, Yin Yunze naturally didn't just appoint Guo Jing as a Subordinate Deity.

Zhao Zixuan!

Upon hearing Yin Yunze's call, the little fox girl paused for a moment, then staggered over and knelt before Yin Yunze: "Your Majesty?"

Looking at the little fox spirit, Yin Yunze lingered for a moment, especially on her pale right eye. "Zhao Zixuan, in the name of Qingnü, I hereby appoint you as my subordinate, Spirit-Attending Envoy! You will serve me at my side. Are you willing?"

The term "spirit attendant" actually means that the little fox spirit should always be by Yin Yunze's side.

And this was something the little fox girl herself said she wanted.

As he spoke, Yin Yunze waved his hand, and a one-foot-tall statue of the little fox girl appeared on the ice table.

Upon hearing this, the little fox spirit couldn't help but shed tears of joy, repeatedly kowtowing in gratitude. "Thank you, Your Majesty! Xuan'er thanks you!"

As the little fox girl expressed her gratitude, Yin Yunze once again felt the connection between her and the Subordinate Deity.

As the connection was established, two more tails sprouted from behind the little fox girl as if bamboo shoots had emerged from the ground. The snowflake pattern that already existed on the little fox girl's forehead also became much more delicate and beautiful.

"Your Majesty! My... my tail... I've become a three-tailed fox!?"

Looking at the three tails behind her, even though she was still in human form, the little fox girl happily chased after her own tails and started spinning around.

"Cough cough!"

Seeing that the little fox girl seemed about to make a mistake, Yin Yunze quickly coughed lightly to remind her.

It was only after hearing Yin Yunze cough that the little fox girl realized how inappropriate her behavior was and quickly stopped.

The statue of the Little Fox Girl was moved to the side of the statue of Green Hill Yi Yun to share incense offerings, and Yin Yunze also gave the Little Fox Girl a Jade Slip.

"This is the Immovable Wisdom King Seal. Once mastered, it will make you impervious to all magic and untouched by any evil. You must study it diligently and not slacken your efforts."

Yin Yunze knew exactly how capable the little fox girl was.

Although he was the second best fighter after Guo Jing, Yin Yunze was aware of the gap between them.

Moreover, whenever Yin Yunze saw the little fox girl's eyes, he didn't want her to suffer any more harm.

After all, unlike Guo Jing, the little fox spirit and the City God did not have such a deep grudge.

Rather than forcing the little fox girl into becoming a fighting force, Yin Yunze would prefer her to be safe.

Respectfully accepting the jade pendant, the little fox spirit said firmly, "Yes, Your Majesty, I will obey your decree. Xuan'er will study diligently to live up to Your Majesty's expectations!"

"Alright. Get up."

Seeing this, Yin Yunze told the little fox girl to stand up as well.

Similarly, after glancing at Guo Jing, the little fox spirit also stood behind Yin Yunze.

Yin Yunze thought for a moment, then picked up the Pure Scenery Ruyi Saber that was beside him and handed it to the little fox girl.

The little fox girl was taken aback at first, then overjoyed as she took the Pure Scenery Ruyi Saber.

Serving spirits, they should at least show some respect, right?

Entrusting Yin Yunze's most important weapon to her for safekeeping is also a manifestation of intimacy.

Zhang Yufei.

After the little fox girl took the Pure Scenery Ruyi Saber, Yin Yunze called out the name of the third person.

When Yin Yunze called their names, both Zhang Yufei and herself were taken aback.

After all, putting aside whether Zhang Yufei is qualified, even if Yin Yunze were to appoint a third Subordinate Deity, shouldn't it be Sun Qin?

Sun Qin, who was being watched by the little witches, remained calm and indifferent.

After all, she hadn't gotten too involved in trivial matters, even though she had given the villagers several days of moral education lessons as requested by Yin Yunze. But the little witches were unaware of the basket that had appeared in Sun Qin's hand.

"Your Majesty----"

Kneeling before Yin Yunze, Zhang Yufei, having witnessed the examples of Guo Jing and the Little Fox Girl, guessed Yin Yunze's intentions.

However, Zhang Yufei was conflicted; did she really deserve it?

Of course, if possible, Yin Yunze would not want to approach Zhang Yufei, after all, she was just a junior high school student.

However, Peng Shulan had already been used by Yin Yunze as a tool for dirty work. While Yin Yunze would not discard a bird after it has been used, he could not grant him a position of Subordinate Deity favor, lest the Dynastic Karmic Luck turn against him.

Aside from Peng Shulan, it is undeniable that Zhang Yufei is actually the most capable ordinary person under Yin Yunze.

If Yin Yunze had a better option, he naturally wouldn't choose Zhang Yufei, but the problem is, Yin Yunze doesn't have one.

In the upcoming plans, Yin Yunze can't just stay here, or handle all the affairs by himself.

Not to mention that Yin Yunze is overwhelmed and cannot do so many things by himself, there are also some things that are not suitable for Yin Yunze, the Lady Qingnü, to do personally, so Yin Yunze has to delegate some rights and obligations to others.

Therefore, regardless of whether it was suitable or not, Yin Yunze had no choice but to take the plunge.

"Zhang Yufei, in the name of Qingnü, I hereby appoint you as my Judgment Envoy! Your duty is to investigate and judge crimes!"

Because he valued Zhang Yufei's martial arts skills, Yin Yunze arranged for her to hold a position of Subordinate Deity power based on martial arts.

With a wave of Yin Yunze's hand, a wooden plaque appeared on the ice table.

The inscription reads, "Judgment Envoy - Zhang Yufei".

Unlike Guo Jing, the little fox spirit, who was able to obtain a Subordinate Deity position, Zhang Yufei, even though she was Innate martial artist, was still considered a mortal.

As a mortal, Zhang Yufei could not directly inherit the position of Subordinate Deity.

To truly become Subordinate Deity, one needs to have a mortal body like Yin Yunze's.

He used the Power of Incense Offerings he received to gradually purify his mortal body, thus transcending the mundane and entering the divine realm.