Chapter 433: Chapter 390, God of Wealth Maiden
Emperor Ziwei felt utterly perplexed, and his attempts to interject were met with laughter and correction by the Southern Polar Emperor of Longevity and Emperor Qinghua, making him seem as if he knew nothing, which was quite embarrassing.
With his complexion growing unsightlier, Emperor Ziwei pondered, since I became a god from a mortal, do they look down on me? With a cold huff, his figure vanished in a flash.
Emperor Qinghua and the Southern Polar Emperor of Longevity instantly ceased their banter and exchanged a faintly amused look.
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In front of the Bird’s Nest, Bai Jin sat leisurely in a recliner, swaying back and forth, his eyes slightly closed in feigned slumber, truly free and comfortable now that the Jie Sect Disciples had achieved Divine Enthronement.
Suddenly, the space in front unfolded ripples from which Zhao Gongming emerged, calling out, "Master~"
Startled, Bai Jin snapped open his eyes with a jump and grumbled, "Why so loud? You scared me."
Zhao Gongming took a seat on an adjacent chair and solemnly said, "Master, today atop the Palace of the Polestar, the Eastern Extreme Qinghua Emperor and the Southern Polar Emperor of Longevity proposed the establishment of Heavenly Rules to strictly bind All Gods, spurring indignation among them."
Bai Jin sat up, his demeanor calm, and stated, "So they have finally made their move?"
"You knew they would act all along, Senior Brother?"
"They were placed into the Heavenly Court by Second Master to balance Senior Hao Tian, but ever since they entered the Heavenly Court, their actions have been few. That they waited until now to act is already beyond my expectations.
Brother Gongming, what reasons did they provide?"
Zhao Gongming hesitated before answering, "They claim the Heavenly Court Gods have grown lax and must be bound by strict Heavenly Rules."
"Have the Heavenly Court Gods truly been negligent?"
"Senior Brother, ever since Divine Enthronement, it has been difficult for the gods to advance in cultivation, and it’s inevitable that some would abandon themselves to despair."
Bai Jin gazed towards the West and sighed, "Western Buddhism is about to rise; now is not the time for strife within the Heavenly Court or for drawing battle lines.
What have the Southern Polar Emperor of Longevity and Emperor Qinghua done lately?"
"The Southern Polar Emperor of Longevity descended to the Lower Realm, establishing the Deities of Fortune, Prosperity, and Longevity, and widely spread faith among the mortals there."
Bai Jin pondered for a moment and then muttered, "The Power of Faith?"
Zhao Gongming clarified, "Master, while the Power of Faith may not enhance the strength of the Heavenly Court’s gods, it can be refined into stored Divine Power, also enhancing the combat capabilities of the divine.
Moreover, absorbing the Power of Faith can bring pleasure to the gods."
Bai Jin called out, "Gu Liang~"
Gu Liang bounded gleefully out from the Bird’s Nest, her little pigtails bouncing adorably with each leap.
Runnning up to Bai Jin, she cheerily said, "Senior Brother!"
Bai Jin smiled and asked, "Gu Liang, would you like to become the God of Wealth?"
Gu Liang paused, then responded nonchalantly, "Whatever Senior Brother asks me to do, I will do. I trust you."
"Good, I will teach you how to be a proper God of Wealth."
After seriously instructing Gu Liang for some time, Bai Jin sent her off to build a grand hall.
Meanwhile, Bai Jin strolled leisurely around, making his way towards the Turquoise Pool.
At that moment, within the Turquoise Pool, a feast was being held, with Hao Tian, the Turquoise Pool, Long Ji, Yang Jiao, Yang Jian, and the Seven Fairies all present, conspicuously like a family banquet.
Yang Jian looked towards Heavenly Emperor Hao Tian sitting in the principal seat, lips moving slightly, then stood and bent over in a bow, earnestly saying, "Thank you, Uncle."
A glint of amusement appeared in Hao Tian’s eyes, who calmly responded, "Yaoji is my sister; there is no need for thanks, please sit down."
Yang Jian returned to his seat.
The Turquoise Pool lamented, "If only Chan’er were here, our family would be reunited."
Hao Tian smiled and stated, "Chan’er is well in Wa Emperor Heaven; I will bring her back after some time."
Yang Jian expressed remorseful guilt, "It was all my fault that I broke Uncle’s seal and almost killed Mother."
Hao Tian said, "For this, you should thank Emperor Gouchen. If it weren’t for Emperor Gouchen’s righteous intervention, I couldn’t have saved your mother."
Yang Jiao firmly said, "I will never forget my Master’s kindness and grace."
Long Ji also smilingly said, "Master has been really good to us."
A spasm crossed Yang Jian’s heart, and subconsciously he thought of his own Master. When his Master helped him to split the heavens to save his mother, did he actually know the truth? Or did he want me to kill my own mother? Unconsciously, a crack formed in the bond of master and disciple.
Yaoji sighed and said, "Ever since we came to the Heavenly Court, Bai Jin has helped us so much! Without Bai Jin, who knows what would have happened to our family?!"
Yang Jian looked up and asked, "Uncle, when can I see my mother?" His eyes were filled with restlessness and longing, appearing like an unsettled child – far from the demeanor of a Heavenly God.
Hao Tian pondered for a moment and shook his head, "I cannot help you."
Yang Jian hurriedly called out, "Uncle~"
Yaoji gently said, "Yang Jian, don’t be anxious, your uncle really can’t help you with this.
In the past, Yaoji violated the Heavenly Rules, and the Heavenly Rules turned into the Golden Crow to burn away Yaoji’s Dao Heng. Just when she was about to die, Emperor Gouchen secretly took action and rescued Yaoji. To avoid the investigation of the Heavenly Rules, he placed her in a hidden sanctuary that even the Heavenly Dao could not cover, allowing your mother to quietly cultivate."
Yang Jian’s eyes widened in disbelief, "How could there be a place in the Three Realms that even the Heavenly Dao cannot cover?"
Hao Tian said calmly, "There isn’t one within the Three Realms, but what about outside the Three Realms?!
Yujing Mountain is located outside the Three Realms and is not within Chaos. Not to mention me, even the Immortal Gods cannot find Yujing Mountain’s location. It is a place without Tao, transcending all space and destiny."
Yang Jian murmured in despair, "Does that mean I’ll never see my mother again?"
Long Ji said irritably, "Are you stupid? If my Master can take your mother to Yujing Mountain, he certainly can take you there as well."
Yang Jian’s eyes brightened, and a wave of fervor surged in his heart – indeed, there was still Emperor Gouchen.
The Nine Heavens Mysterious Woman floated in from outside and respectfully curtsied, "Your Majesty, My Lady, Emperor Gouchen requests an audience."
The Heavenly Emperor laughed heartily, "Speaking of Gouchen, and here he comes. Please let him in."
The Nine Heavens Mysterious Woman walked outside.
Moments later, Bai Jin followed the jade stone path and came in, smiling, "Bad timing, Master is still eating!"
The Heavenly Emperor laughed heartily, "You’ve come at just the right time! Come have some food with us."
Yang Jian suddenly bolted upright, turned to Bai Jin, and approaching him, suddenly bowed with fists clenched and knelt down, "Thank you, Master, for saving my mother’s life!"
Bai Jin stopped in his tracks, a smile playing on his lips, "You already know."
"My elder brother told me."
Bai Jin raised his hand and said, "Rise."
Unable to contain himself, Yang Jian stood up and eagerly said, "Master, there is another favor I ask of you – please allow me to see my mother."
Yang Jiao also stood up, bowing respectfully, and excitedly said, "We beg Master to allow us to see our mother."
Bai Jin looked towards Hao Tian and said, "Senior, what do you think?"
Yang Jiao and Yang Jian were both excited and anxious at the same time.
Hao Tian said, "I ask you, my nephew, to help them."
Bai Jin smiled and nodded, "If Senior has spoken, of course, it’s possible.
But you must promise me two conditions."
Yang Jiao and Yang Jian were overjoyed, and they both excitedly said, "We will follow any command you give, Master (Master)."
"From now on, join the Law Enforcement Team. As Law Enforcement Celestials, each of you will lead a small squad to enforce laws across the Three Realms."
They both eagerly replied, "Yes!"
"Furthermore, the fact that Yaoji is still alive must not be spread within the Three Realms; otherwise, it will become an excuse for interested Immortal Gods to attack the Heavenly Court."
"We will definitely not let it out!" the two said in unison.
Bai Jin examined the two of them, extended a hand, and a pure white stone appeared in his palm, and he said, "This is the mountain stone that opens the gateway to Yujing Mountain. Take it."