Sharing Blessings Equally

However, unlike Yin Yunze, whose process was accelerated by the Sentient Beings' Power of Faith, Zhang Yufei, as a living person, was not easily accepted by believers.

However, relying solely on the Power of Incense Offerings shared by Yin Yunze, this process could take years.

During this period of transformation, even though Yin Yunze granted Zhang Yufei the authority of the Land God and the God of Frost and Snow, she still could not activate them without incense offerings as a driving force.

In other words, under normal circumstances, even if this position of Subordinate Deity is conferred, it is practically meaningless for several years.

Unless Yin Yunze is willing to harden his heart and extract Zhang Yufei's soul, directly bestowing upon her a Subordinate Deity status.

Freed from the constraints of a mortal body, things can proceed naturally.

However, that's a bit too cruel.

Therefore, Yin Yunze chose a shortcut: to create a shrine for Zhang Yufei.

By temporarily entrusting the position of Subordinate Deity to this divine tablet, Zhang Yufei can solidify her qualifications Subordinate Deity.

If successful, Zhang Yufei might also be able to condense a spirit body.

Even if it doesn't work, it's because the Power of Incense Offerings has been accumulating within this divine tablet. At crucial moments, Zhang Yufei can also rely on her Subordinate Deity status to Subordinate Deity power from this tablet.

Moreover, this method has another advantage: if Zhang Yufei were to die unexpectedly, her soul could enter the divine tablet. Without the burden of a mortal body, she could immediately obtain this Subordinate Deity status.

Although she still felt somewhat unqualified, Zhang Yufei naturally wouldn't disobey Yin Yunze's decision. She kowtowed and thanked him, saying, "Thank you for your grace, Your Majesty. Fei'er will certainly not fail Your Majesty's trust!"

Although temporarily burdened by her mortal body, Zhang Yufei's forehead also bore the marks of her Subordinate Deity as the God of Frost and Snow.

Having the corresponding strength is one thing, but having the rank and status is another.

After placing the shrine next to the statue, Yin Yunze took out a knife and a Jade Slip and handed them to Zhang Yufei.

"This sword was forged by me from divine iron; it is incredibly hard and imbued with the power of ice, fire, and lightning. Use it with care in the future."

It's called "divine iron," but it's actually a special type of steel that Yin Yunze found among the supplies he moved earlier.

Weapons forged from this special steel using the Bright Incense Method can indeed be considered divine weapons in this world.

The three elements of ice, fire, and lightning are sealed with Fox Fire, Power of Frost and Snow, and some Mystic Lightning power.

This weapon, combined with the Subordinate Deity, Zhang Yufei's strength as a martial artist at the Innate Realm, and some corresponding characters,

At least, it's more than enough to deal with minor demons and evil spirits below the Transformation Stage.

"This is the cultivation method for the Great Wisdom Sword. I hope you can also diligently cultivate it."

Zhang Yufei is indeed talented in martial arts, but it's unclear whether she can cultivate immortal techniques.

Of course, Yin Yunze naturally hoped that Zhang Yufei could succeed in her cultivation.

If it succeeds, Zhang Yufei might be able to embark on the path of dual cultivation between immortals and gods in the future.

"Thank you, Your Majesty. Fei'er will certainly live up to Your Majesty's expectations."

"Alright, get up!"

As Zhang Yufei followed suit and stood behind Yin Yunze called out the name of the fourth person.

Sun Qin.

"Sun Qin is here!"

Upon hearing this, Sun Qin was stunned for a moment, but she quickly walked up to Yin Yunze and knelt down.

Despite the example of Zhang Yufei, Sun Qin doesn't think she has that opportunity anymore.

After all, it's already a great blessing that such a huge mess wasn't severely punished.

"Sun Qin, in the name of Qingnü, I hereby appoint you as my Incense Distribution Envoy! You will be in charge of managing and distributing incense!"

Sun Qin had at least accompanied Yin Yunze all the way; even if she didn't make any great contributions, she certainly deserved credit for her hard work.

It can be said that Sun Qin deserves the most credit for Yin Yunze's steady progress.

Naturally, Yin Yunze would not forget Sun Qin. Moreover, what Sun Qin considered a matter of utmost importance, Yin Yunze did not take to heart at all.

Following the imperial edict, a spirit tablet inscribed with the name of Sun Qin, the Incense Distribution Envoy, appeared on the ice table.

"Thank you, Your Majesty!"

Others might hesitate, but Sun Qin would not give up this opportunity to gain power.

It was precisely because she was weaker than everyone else that Sun Qin wouldn't give up this opportunity that had come her way.

With a flick of Yin Yunze's wrist, a key made of ice and a Jade Slip appeared in his palm. This key, however, was not the warehouse key, but the starting key for the armored vehicle.

Although the armored vehicle that was brought in didn't have a key, it wasn't a difficult task for Yin Yunze, the God of Frost and Snow, to make a key by following the keyhole.

Not to mention, Yin Yunze also possesses the Bright Incense Artifact Forging Method.

After the armored vehicle was refined using the Mingxiang ritual, its driving method changed.

For Sun Qin, whose role as a housekeeper requires her to be constantly on the go, Yin Yunze felt that this armored vehicle, which provides both defense and mobility, was actually a very suitable tool.

"This is the key to the armored chariot; you will keep it safe and use it from now on. This is the training method for the Vajra Rope; you should study it carefully as well."

To be honest, this is the fourth one already, and Yin Yunze seems a bit perfunctory.

Of course, Sun Qin accepted them with tears of gratitude.

As Sun Qin stood behind him, Yin Yunze looked at the other young witches and said, "From now on, these four will be my four envoys. You must not neglect them!"

Although the three little fox girls had always been the dominant ones among the group, Yin Yunze did not make any clear distinctions, so he naturally assumed they were all on the same level.

Now that they have been officially recognized as Subordinate Deity, Yin Yunze naturally wants to emphasize their special status.

"Greetings, Your Excellency!"

Qi Rongrong was the quickest to react among the group. She immediately called out "Sir" to Zhang Yufei and the other three.

Then, the Seven-Colored Shrine Maidens, a beat too slow, called out to the adults.

However, Yin Yunze keenly noticed that Qi Rongrong's eyes had already reddened when she called out "Master".

After she shouted and bowed her head, more water droplets slid down her face.

Yin Yunze could even sense that Qi Rongrong was trying very hard not to cry.

Unfortunately, Qi Rongrong's tears were a bit unruly.

Indeed, in terms of the time it takes to become an initiator, Qi Rongrong is Yin Yunze's third witch.

Apart from Sun Qin, the other three—one human, one ghost, and one fox—all joined Yin Yunze's ranks later than Qi Rongrong.

Seeing her juniors become Subordinate Deity one by one, while she could only sit at the children's table with the Seven-Colored Shrine Maidens, she naturally felt unbalanced and wronged.

However, Yin Yunze had no way to deal with this.

After all, compared to others, Qi Rongrong didn't have any qualities that Yin Yunze could find attractive.

He has a bit of cleverness, but it's really useless in the situation Yin Yunze is facing now.

Moreover, unlike the followers who are closer to the servants.

Subordinate Deity, even just maintaining their status required Yin Yunze to contribute a portion of his offerings.

Simply put, whether or not a follower offers incense is entirely up to Yin Yunze's mood.

However, Yin Yunze receives a fixed salary from these Subordinate Deity.

If there were truly something that Yin Yunze valued, Yin Yunze wouldn't hesitate to invest in it at this moment.

But the problem remains the same: Yin Yunze really doesn't see anything worth investing in Qi Rongrong.

But seeing Qi Rongrong silently shedding tears, Yin Yunze finally softened.

After thinking for a moment, Yin Yunze said, "Qi Rongrong."

"Yes!" Qi Rongrong instinctively looked up, only to find her eyes blurred with tears. She quickly wiped them away.

"I'm appointing you to the position of clerk, to assist Fei'er in the future. Here's a copy of the Great Sun Wheel; take it back and study it carefully."

Unlike the little fox girl's previous situation, for Qi Rongrong, who was human, becoming a servant wouldn't be a significant improvement. Therefore, Yin Yunze only gave her a nominal title and a Great Sun Wheel that she didn't know if she could cultivate.

However, even though it was just a nominal title, it still made Qi Rongrong very happy.

After receiving the Jade Slip, Qi Rongrong paused for a moment and then stood directly behind Zhang Yufei.

The Seven-Colored Little Witch, however, was much more at peace with this.

However, after thinking it over, Yin Yunze still bestowed a ball of icy internal energy into each of them, and he didn't forget to give one to Qi Rongrong as well.

Although Yin Yunze had planned to increase the little witch's power in a few years, plans couldn't be changed.

In order to expand the number of believers in other counties in the future, for safety reasons, Yin Yunze decided to improve the strength of the little witches.

If all of this internal energy were converted, it would probably only give the little witches the strength of a second-rate expert.

They are unlikely to be bullied by ordinary people, nor are they likely to cause any major trouble.

"Hu Chi, Hu Cheng, Hu Huang, Hu Lü, Hu Qing, Hu Lan, Hu Zi."

After using his spiritual power to seal the icy internal energy and convert it into active activation, Yin Yunze said, "I have bestowed a portion of internal energy into each of you. You will convert it into your own internal energy later to increase your ability to protect yourselves. Tomorrow, Fei'er, you and Rongrong, take them home—"

"Your Majesty, please have mercy!"

"Your Majesty, what did I do wrong?"

"Your Majesty, I won't leave!"

The seven little witches were initially quite happy to hear that they would also receive a reward, as Yin Yunze was sharing his favors with everyone.

But when they heard Yin Yunze say the rest, the seven little witches all turned pale and immediately knelt down, begging Yin Yunze not to send them away.

"I don't mean to send you back. If you go back, who will maintain my temple?"

After offering an explanation that eased the young witches' tension, Yin Yunze clarified, "What I mean is, I'm granting you a day off to go home and see your families tomorrow. It's been so long, don't you want to go back and visit?"

As a modern person, Yin Yunze naturally didn't have the idea that if he bought the little witches, they would have to stay there for life and not be allowed to go back to see their families.

It's just that I was busy with something before, Yin Yunze attention wasn't on the little witches, so I overlooked this point.

For a while afterward, Yin Yunze would need these little witches to expand his territory, so he probably wouldn't have much time left.

I happen to have some free time these few days, and if I don't go back to check on them now, I doubt I'll have time to let them rest later.

Hearing that Yin Yunze wanted them to go home and visit, the little witches breathed a sigh of relief, but they were still somewhat hesitant.

They were all thirteen or fourteen-year-old girls. Even though they were living comfortably here, they still missed their families.

However, the little witches were also worried that agreeing so readily might create a bad impression on Yin Yunze.

Seeing this, Yin Yunze simply gave the order, "You will refine the internal energy I bestowed upon you in a moment."

Sun Qin, tomorrow you give each of them 100 jin of Fox Rice to take back. Fei'er, Rongrong, you two escort them back tomorrow, and bring them back the day after tomorrow.

"Yes!"

After the others responded, Yin Yunze sent all ten shrine maidens out of the Dao Field.

Then, looking at the remaining Guo Jing and the little fox spirit, Yin Yunze asked, "Xuan'er, do you know any of the little monsters in the surrounding counties?"