Chapter 306

The wind and rain are approaching.

On a vast, boundless immortal island divine mountain, a majestic and sacred great being watched the afterglow of the Saint's ascension omen, sighing, yet his eyes were a sea of unfathomable confusion.

From now on, we shall have no peace.

The great being spoke softly.

Your Majesty, why say such a thing?

A attending Daluo beside him doubted, "We cultivators of the immortal Dao do not partake in the great calamity's struggle; we merely do rescue-related work, which could be considered transcendent and worldly detached—how could we not have peace?"

Moreover, we promote civilizational reform, divide the five immortals, from the start have specialized development and directed cultivation, clarify social division of labor, which for humanity is a great merit, worthy of praise for ages.

What you say is reasonable. The great being turned, wise and majestic, indeed the Eastern Heaven Purple Mansion Lesser Yang Great Emperor.

He wore a faint smile on his face, "But some things are not settled just by being reasonable."

If mere reason were useful, what would we need force for?

Although the Eastern Heaven Emperor was smiling, his eyes were profoundly deep, "Normally, one needs to reason… but now it just so happens not to be normal times!"

In the era of war, the struggle of life and death, victory and defeat, people often do not hesitate to employ means that break the bottom line; what can mere reason restrain?

Saying this, the emperor shook his head.

Convey my decree… accelerate the progress of the immortal Dao's work a bit.

Within ten thousand years, I want to see sufficient results feedback.

The Eastern Heaven Emperor paused, "And with results, you each divide the related work professionals you cultivated during this period, forming two factions to stand, trying to connect with both the Wu Clan and the Demon Race."

"Emperor!" that Daluo's heart trembled, emotions surging.

He wanted to say more, but the emperor stopped him with a shake of his head, "The situation of heaven and earth is murky and unpredictable; I can no longer see it clearly… and in the great calamity, the strong have a chance to pluck the fruit of victory, yet they likewise become prime targets of attack."

Actually, I don't care much about that life-and-death victory or defeat—after all, attaining the Dao as a Daluo, even if encountering mishap one can turn the calamity around, it's merely a matter of how much time is spent.

But the advancement of the immortal Dao cannot be set aside… otherwise it would betray the hopes of humanity's myriad beings.

The Eastern Heaven Emperor spoke calmly, "One day, if I encounter mishap… then you shall each go to the Wu Clan or the Demon Race."

After joining, just keep to your duties, no need to contend for superiority; honestly do your duty well.

After all, in our line of work, once a big power tastes the sweetness, none will readily give it up, which also counts as a bright future.

"... Yes." That venerable Daluo remained silent for a moment before replying, "I have noted the emperor's orders."

However, I think, given the emperor's strength and influence, that day will likely not come.

Who says that for sure?" the Eastern Heaven Emperor smirked, "I have built wide connections, my retinue numerous; over these years, due to advancing the immortal Dao's work, I have united a batch of Daluo, as well as an extremely numerous middle and lower stratum of the Demon Race, making my forces undeniably vast.

Alas, my forces are great, yet not great enough to break a certain limit; I lack the authority to interpret the most crucial lifeline of humanity in this age.

This becomes "a big tree attracts wind."

At this moment, many fellow Daoists are probably missing me.

Each of my next steps must be taken with utmost caution; I cannot afford a misstep, otherwise…

The Eastern Heaven Emperor shook his head and said no more.

The emperor remained silent, and as his subordinates the Daluo naturally would not say much more.

Thus this place fell into an inexplicable silence.

Not long after, a servant approached from afar respectfully, breaking this deathly silence.

Your Majesty, the Heavenly Court has sent an envoy who presents a nameplate, saying there is an important matter to discuss with you, and I am to report it to you.

The servant spoke humbly, meanwhile presenting a nameplate.

The emperor waved his hand, the nameplate flew before him; a quick glance showed extreme delight, "It is Daoist Báizé coming!"

Go, set out the banquet, and receive this honored guest well!

Yes, my lord!" the servant replied, swiftly acting.

Soon after, a banquet was set up; under the Eastern Heaven Emperor's direction, they invited the Heavenly Court's envoy—the Yao Marshal Báizé—to take a seat.

At the banquet, divine immortal wine was abundant, spiritual fruits and delicacies spread everywhere, plus mountain and sea delicacies carefully cooked by a chef who had studied at Phoenix Perch Mountain, filling the table with dazzling variety, making viewers dazzled and entranced.

It was a grand feast lasting several days and nights.

Only after host and guest were pleased did the emperor order the banquet cleared and begin discussing matters with Yao Marshal Báizé.

Old friend Báizé, I do not know what you wish to discuss with me this time?" the Eastern Heaven Emperor asked.

A great matter!" Báizé smiled, eyes narrowed, "For you, Daoist friend, it is still a great blessing!"

Oh? Pray tell the details.

Our Heavenly Court, a few days ago inspected your recent years' work achievements, the immortal Dao specialized tasks you oversee, and found the results splendid!

The Yao Marshal Báizé wore an expression of feeling, "Daoist friend, you have great talent… that such a difficult and important task could actually be accomplished to this extent, resolving many difficulties and obstacles."

Humanity's transformation is at hand… from now on, the total societal wealth value will likely increase by three or four percent each yuan-hui compared to before!

Eastern Heaven Daoist friend, your merit is immeasurable!

Excessive praise, excessive praise." The Eastern Heaven Emperor narrowed his eyes, calmly responding to Yao Marshal Báizé, "I merely unearthed the latent potential of humanity's myriad beings; in truth there hasn't been much essential change, undeserving of such praise.

Eh… that cannot be said so." The Yao Marshal Báizé shook his head, "Any qualitative change begins from quantitative accumulation.

Eastern Heaven Daoist friend's achievements, our Heavenly Court sees them, as do all the myriad beings under heaven… throughout the ages, there will be a definitive verdict; Daoist friend needs no modesty.

Without waiting for the Eastern Heaven Emperor to say anything.

The Yao Marshal Báizé then spoke on his own, "Considering Daoist friend's talent and virtue, our Heavenly Court does not want you to be buried; we hope Eastern Heaven Daoist friend can stand in a sufficiently high position to shine and contribute, bringing more and better contributions to humanity's myriad beings."

Therefore, wishing to represent the vast multitude of the Demon Race's beings, we invite you, Daoist friend, to take office in our Heavenly Court.

This… I have not really given much thought or desire regarding a position." the Eastern Heaven Emperor blinked, "Moreover, hasn't there already been a decision in the Purple Cloud Palace?

Hahaha!" Báizé laughed loudly, "Daoist friend, you are fixated on appearances, deviating from the essence.

Originally, Daoist friend could not join the Demon Race because one had to worry about the Wu Clan meddling, which would cause the immortal Dao undertaking to die in the womb.

But this time, that time!

Now the work of the Immortal Dao has borne fruit, letting the myriad beings see its good benefits; the reform has already set on the right track, becoming a grand and mighty trend in the Human Dao, and it is no longer something that the will of one or two mighty divine powers can block.

As for the obstacles from the Wu Clan, they are no longer worth mentioning as a problem.

As for that Dao Ancestor's proposed so-called rescue work in the Human Dao... ha!

Must we still discuss identity and stance before carrying out this loving work?

That is outright prejudice!

Báizé spoke righteously.

Donghua's eye twitched; he wanted to say something but found it hard to speak plainly.

After careful consideration, he shook his head and still refrained from commenting.

Moreover, Daoist friend, what do you think—" Báizé continued, "In your Immortal Dao, what now makes up the largest proportion?"

It is the people of my Demon Race!

With so many of my people under your command... if you, Daoist friend, do not hold a formal and sufficiently high position in the Heavenly Court, it would easily make those immortals feel uneasy, wouldn't it?

Báizé's words carried hidden meaning.

It was as if he were saying—I offer you a toast, hoping host and guest enjoy themselves, but you must never force the Heavenly Court to produce a penalty cup.

Emperor Donghua raised his brows, as if in thought.

Then he smiled and asked with interest, 'According to the Heavenly Court's side... I wonder what position they intend to grant me, this great contributor to the Human Dao?'

Regarding this, the Heavenly Court has also given it thought.

Báizé said solemnly, 'Daoist friend, since you began managing the Immortal Dao enterprise, you have progressed steadily without error or omission, earning considerable trust from the world.'

Much feedback from the Demon Race's people says that Daoist friend is most just, selfless, with a mind and breadth as vast as the heavens, and virtue as noble and great as Pangu, allowing every Demon Race member trained through the Immortal Dao occupational system to find the most suitable path for their life...

Based on these evaluations, after careful consideration by the Heavenly Court, we wish to employ Daoist friend Donghua into the Demon Race, to take charge of recording the sins and blessings of heaven and humanity.

The legal system?" Emperor Donghua's eyes flashed, he smiled, "I thought it would be a post commanding the great army.

Hahaha... Regarding this, we originally considered letting Daoist friend command a great army," Báizé said, "but after long deliberation, we felt it unsuitable.

Given your achievements, appointing you as Yao Marshal would be too much of a loss.

And if we went further, it would still be unsuitable... military command requires unified orders; having two voices would not be appropriate.

Moreover, ultimately you have no experience; rashly taking up the post would be irresponsible to either side.

Therefore, after the Heavenly Court's serious discussion, we finally confirmed this legal-system duty of 'recording the sins and blessings of heaven and humanity,' which is suitable for you, Daoist friend.

Then wouldn't I be stealing Daoist friend Minghe's business?" Emperor Donghua smiled.

Daoist friend, rest assured, there is no need to worry." Báizé's eyes gleamed, "When Minghe Daoist friend first joined this, a major purpose was to openly carry out his Slaughter Dao.

His goal is to possess reasonable and legal authority to execute, to take over all executioners' work, to gain the qualification to personally slay criminals, to punish those who defy Heaven's will, to eat the state's grain, no longer needing to lurk like a conspirator in corners plotting to stir up demonic calamities and carry out terrifying demonic path attacks.

Báizé pointed out that Minghe the Demon Ancestor is very shrewd.

He walks the Slaughter Dao; put simply, it's monster slaying for leveling up, killing to cultivate!

A very demonic path.

But the road is the road; how to walk it remains to be discussed.

Engaging in terrifying activities, launching attacks... that is not impossible.

But if you often walk by the river, your shoes will inevitably get wet.

Such a conspirator will sooner or later be swarmed and beaten to death by the mighty beings on the side of order.

Specifically, one can refer to Rahu the Demon Ancestor.

This mighty being is also among the top of the great divine powers.

However, because he did not follow the rules of the game, it led to his miserable end.

Minghe the Demon Ancestor is far smarter.

He directly joined the system and obtained the authority to execute!

Relying on the innate divine great conglomerate for sustenance, he silently works as an executioner, developing very discreetly.

Occasionally he also trades with mighty beings who wish to cleanse the dark sludge of their internal forces, playing the role of a villain, slaying some calamities, and assisting in restoring purity.

Minghe the Demon Ancestor cares about who gets the right to claim the final killing blow; as for how guilt is determined, he actually doesn't care.

Báizé smiled, 'This creates room for operation, and it is why we need a just person like you, Daoist friend, to manage it.'

Furthermore.

Nowadays, the era belongs to my Demon Race and Wu Clan.

How the game rules are set is up to us... those so-called Saints backed by the Heavenly Dao and with Hongjun as their supporter must keep silent when facing us, waiting for this storm and its waves to pass.

Minghe... as of now, to the Heavenly Court, his weight is still insufficient.

Therefore, Daoist friend Donghua, you need not worry about how Minghe will interfere.

He is a deity who knows his limits.

Báizé said.

Like that..." Emperor Donghua nodded, "I understand."

However, what about the treatment issue? And the affiliation question?

You can rest assured on that." Báizé declared loudly, "We will in no way shortchange you, Daoist friend.

Although you, Daoist friend, will have an affiliation, considering the post's stance and definition requires impartiality... so there is an affiliation, but only nominal.

It will be overseen and managed by the Eastern Emperor of our Heavenly Court.

As for treatment and title, you, Daoist friend, may decide independently... you may choose your own kingly title, or your own imperial title.

As for the workplace, you may choose to be in the Heavenly Court, or it may be these mountains beneath your feet, Daoist friend.

Báizé said slowly, 'Recording the sins and blessings of heaven and humanity may be called the Si Ming.'

The Heavenly Court's idea is to establish thirty-six Si Ming, with you, Daoist friend, holding a leading position among them.

"It can also be called——Grand Director of Destiny!"

"Grand Director of Destiny……" Donghua Emperor nodded, "This name is rather interesting."

"The Thirty-six Directors of Destiny are responsible to the August Emperor Taiyi, and I am the senior among them."

"Looks like the Heavenly Court is very determined!"

"Using military power to endorse the legal system?"

"This is a special period, so special handling is naturally required." Báizé laughed, "The Lich Great Tribulation, an era of war!"

"This era will be very, very chaotic."

"And in a chaotic age, severe laws must naturally be applied!"

"Before the Heavenly Court made this decision, we also gave it careful consideration."

"We need a selfless, morally exalted, highly prestigious person to take the position of Director of Destiny, while using the August Emperor's military force and authority as endorsement to stabilize the overall order of the Demon Race in war."

"(End of chapter)"