I built the Jade Capital with the Netherworld

Chapter 179 Zhao Wuji's Loss
Facing the fanatical gazes of the cultivators, Lu Wujiu calmly faced the center of the mandala's pure realm and bowed:

"Your humble servant Lu Wujiu, faithfully obeys the decree of the Lord of Heaven!"

Upon seeing this, the other cultivators also hurriedly bowed to the Lord of Heaven from afar, chanting, "We will obey the decree." After completing the formalities, they addressed Lu Wujiu, "Congratulations, fellow Daoist, on your promotion to Celestial Master of the Celestial Court. This is truly a blessing for the Nine Daos!"

Lu Wujiu quickly said, "I'm so ashamed to accept this. It's all thanks to Emperor Yin's kindness."

After some polite greetings between the two sides, Lu Wujiu opened the passage to leave. Everyone filed out, but they were surprised to find that their destination was not Fengdu Luoshan, but instead appeared in the clouds.

Above the clouds, stands an octagonal stone pavilion, which is fully equipped with a stone table, a Boshan stove, a cushion...

Everyone looked at Lu Wujiu in surprise: "Where are you, Fellow Daoist Lu?"

Lu Wujiu blinked and said, "Emperor Yin's ambitions are not in the Nine Paths. Ultimately, the Nine Paths still have the final say. So, why bother discussing this with the rabble from the outside world? We'll come up with a plan, and that will be the rules of the Immortal Court."

As soon as these words were spoken, everyone looked at each other and saw satisfaction in each other's eyes.

Fellow Daoist Lu knows how to get things done!
Big things should be discussed in small meetings, small things should be discussed in big meetings.

Since it is a small meeting, the core interests will naturally be divided among them, which is simply amazing.

"Daoyou Lu is truly a wonderful person!"

"Yes, yes!"

Amidst everyone's praises, he walked into the octagonal stone pavilion with the gait of a dragon and a tiger, randomly chose a cushion, and sat cross-legged.

A few people took the initiative to take out their treasured tea and spiritual fruits as a way to relieve fatigue and share them. A scene that will change the nine lands slowly unfolded amidst laughter and conversation.

The basic framework of the Immortal Court has been established by Emperor Yin, and no one can tamper with it. So what everyone is discussing is the division of power and appointment of the Three Officials and Nine Departments.

According to folklore, the Three Officials refer to the Heavenly Official, the Earthly Official, and the Water Official, who are in charge of the powers of the fairy court, land, and water areas respectively.

It has nine departments under it, and the division of powers is confusing.

Some refer to the dynasties that appeared in the Nine Paths; some are purely imaginary; and some are tampered with by a very small number of monks as the shell of the ascension ritual.

Therefore, what everyone discussed was the responsibilities of these nine departments.

After some discussion, there was a result.

They are: Taiyi protects the world, Tianheng makes decisions, Duzhi manages financial resources, Zhuxian manages personnel, Xuanbing manages conquests and wars, Diting monitors the world, Tiangong manages all crafts, Xuanji manages the stars and calendar, and Taichang manages rituals and music.

The nine officials have varying degrees of authority, some large and some small, with the largest amounting to almost unparalleled authority.

Small ones are dispensable, such as the Taichang Division.

As soon as Jiusi appeared, everyone present immediately began to weigh the pros and cons.

I quickly found a goal.

However, no one was too nervous, for the simple reason that there were few wolves and a lot of meat.

Excluding the Heavenly Master Lu Wujiu, there are six people in total. No matter how bad the situation is, it will not be the turn of the Taichang Division.

As a result, before anyone could debate, Lu Wujiu said:
"The Immortal Court has just been established, and we have not done anything yet, yet we have taken high positions. I am afraid that the world will not accept it. I think it would be better for you to take up honorary positions for now. After the world is unified and the emperor ascends the throne, we can reward you according to your merits. What do you think?"

As soon as these words were spoken, the cultivators looked at each other, and inevitably felt a little unhappy.

The Immortal Master Liu Ren said: "Power is hanging in the air, and the six directions are in doubt."

Lu Wujiu laughed and said, "Chenji has a master, the Lord of Heaven. How can his authority be left in vain?"

Immortal Master Liu Ren said, "You are absolutely right, Daoist friend. However, if we accept an empty position, I am afraid that it will be unjust and unlawful, and the Immortal Court's orders will be difficult to carry out."

Threat, this is Chi Luo Luo’s threat.

Lu Wujiu was not annoyed when he heard this, but smiled and said, "That makes sense. What do you think we should do?"

Liu Ren Immortal Master said: "At the very least, you should take up a deputy position."

Lu Wujiu looked at the others: "What about you guys?"

After some discussion, everyone could only nod in agreement as they had no better idea.

Lu Wujiu said with satisfaction: "Then I will follow what Daoist Liu Ren said and take the deputy position temporarily."

In fact, this was Lu Wujiu's original intention. He just deliberately made more difficult demands as a bargaining chip.

Now that the main position is vacant, it seems to be to silence the gossips of the people, but in fact it is to prevent the nine major sects from joining forces to sideline him.

As long as they still have desires and keep their eyes on the powerful departments, they will inevitably be suspicious of each other and it will be difficult to form a joint force.

This was Lu Wujiu's conspiracy. The cultivators knew it very well, but they could do nothing about it.

After some bargaining, the candidates for the deputy positions in the Nine Departments were basically decided. As expected, the Xuanji and Taichang Departments were left vacant and no one competed for them.

There was also a powerful department, the Tianhengsi, which was also vacant.

However, it was Lu Wujiu who participated in the competition. After some hints and competition, everyone had to give him face.

After everyone divided the cake, the atmosphere immediately became relaxed and they began to discuss the details of building the fairy court.

For example: headquarters affiliation, recruitment of immortal officials, establishment of frameworks for each department... and so on. There are so many things to deal with, it can be said that they are complicated.

Fortunately, everyone present here is a leader in their respective fields and has extensive experience in managing their sects, so they are not at a loss when it comes to handling matters in the Immortal Court.

Lu Wujiu said, "Although there are many things to deal with right now, with your abilities, it can be easily handled. However, there is one thing that I still need your help with."

Everyone asked, "Master, just speak frankly!"

Lu Wujiu looked at Yi Wenyan, the head of the Danding Sect who was in charge of the Ministry of Revenue, and said, "The world is bustling with people because of profit. If the Immortal Court wants to grow and develop, finance is the most important thing. Therefore, we must solve the tax problem."

As soon as these words were spoken, everyone's expressions immediately became serious.

The establishment and growth of any organization is inseparable from the word money.

Money makes the world go round. This is an eternal truth that even the high and mighty immortals cannot do without.

If the Immortal Court does not offer any salary, who would work for it?
So where does the income of the Immortal Court come from?

Yi Wenyan, the head of Dan Ding, asked, "What does the Heavenly Master think?"

Lu Wujiu said, "Tax collection, coinage, and immortal camps. The key is tax collection, and I hope fellow Taoists can take the lead in paying."

All the cultivators immediately looked troubled.

They were very interested in dividing up the world, but even the head of the Shenxiao Sect was reluctant to pay for it themselves.

After all, their power comes from their own cultivation and the confidence brought by their respective sects. How could they harm the interests of the sects?

Seeing this, Lu Wujiu smiled and said, "Although you are temporarily holding deputy positions in your respective departments, your remuneration will be determined according to your principal positions. How about a fief of 1,000 guan?"

This incoherent statement startled everyone. Their serious expressions immediately softened, and they nodded in agreement, "Paying taxes benefits both the immortals and the people. We should take the lead in paying."

Lu Wujiu breathed a sigh of relief. If he could win over the nine major Taoist sects, the remaining Taoist temples would no longer be a problem.

Yi Wenyan also breathed a sigh of relief.

The Danding Sect's business is spread all over the world, so he naturally knows how powerful Huang Baidao is. This is also the fundamental reason why he is competing for the Duzhi Bureau. Now that Lu Wujiu has solved the biggest financial source problem of the Immortal Court in just a few words, it is equivalent to strengthening his power, so he naturally feels a lot more at ease.

After that, everyone discussed a lot and only adjourned the meeting after they had a general direction.

They decided to go back and draft a charter, and then gather again ten days later to finalize the framework of the Immortal Court.

When everyone returned to Fengdu Luoshan and brought the decree of Emperor Yin, as expected, all the cultivators in Luoshan were in an uproar!
Everyone present was intelligent, so how could they not know that the most powerful power in the Immortal Court had already been completely divided up by the six major Xuanmen? It seemed that the Immortal Court's affairs were already accomplished!
This is the general trend of the world. The remaining palaces and temples are no longer able to resist. Now they have no choice but to adapt to the situation and try their best to gain benefits.

All of a sudden, followers gathered.

The front of Lu Yan, the headmaster of the Zhuxiansi Louguan, who was in charge of personnel matters, was immediately crowded with people. Lu Wujiu watched the scene with a smile.

According to the results of the discussion at the Bajiao Yunting, these people will be assigned to the Nine Departments according to their abilities. This is the power of the Promotion Department, and other departments are not allowed to interfere.

After all the cultivators completed their registration, Lu Wujiu moved them out of Fengdu Luoshan and each went on with his/her own business.

Before long, the bustling Lao Lushan became deserted.

All the great monks showed their magical powers one after another and went to investigate and seek opportunities.

Among them, Zao Wou-Ki is undoubtedly the most lonely.

He originally wanted to find a few close friends to inquire about the affairs of the Immortal Palace, but unexpectedly, after they returned, they were immediately surrounded by people.

I hope that a few close friends can say hello.

As a result, Huahua was so powerful and dazzling, and everyone was smiling, so who could see him?
Such a huge gap made Zhao Wuji feel very uncomfortable. With his pride rising, he simply went down the mountain.

He walked slowly, as if he was thinking about something. However, nothing unexpected happened until he walked out of the Lao Lu Mountain area. The morning mist hit his face, and it was freezing cold.

The Wudang Sect was destroyed in his hands, and although it was rebuilt, it had already fallen out of the list of the Nine Great Sects.

Now facing a major change that has not been seen in a thousand years, it seems even more difficult to grab benefits, which makes him extremely sad.

I was struggling with whether I should shamelessly ask my old friend for help.

Jiusi didn't dare to think about it.

I only hope to find a good position for the sect and my disciples under the Nine Officials.

But do they still recognize him now?
At this point, he could already imagine the methods used by the major palaces and temples in order to snatch those lucrative positions.

"call……"

He let out a sigh... Fortunately, the Wudang Sect has a deep foundation, and he also has some top-level magic weapons hidden.

At this point, it's time to take it out.

Thinking of this, he immediately rushed to Wudang Mountain without stopping.

A thousand miles of land, with the cultivation of the top four, can be reached in the blink of an eye.

However, with his second-class cultivation level, it took him a whole morning to get back to Wudang Sect.

He had just entered the sect when the guard boy suddenly said, "Master, the guest official Lu Wujiu from the Old Law Temple is here to visit."

"Old Luguan..." Zhao Wuji was stunned and asked subconsciously: "Who?"

"Guest official of the old law temple..."

The guard boy was stunned and hesitated to speak, but was interrupted before he could finish his words: "Where is Fellow Daoist Lu?"

"He should be in the guest hall. Elder Zhao Yimei is accompanying him."

Before the boy on duty could finish his words, he was surprised to find that Zhao Wuji had disappeared.

In a breath, Zhao Wuji appeared outside the guest hall. He calmed his breath and then stepped into the guest hall with calm steps.

Sure enough, he saw Lu Wujiu's figure.

He pretended to be surprised and asked, "Friend Lu, why are you here?"

Upon hearing this, Lu Wujiu stood up and bowed, saying, "Daoyou are truly a very fast runner. In the blink of an eye, you disappeared."

Zhao Wuji said, "No, no, it's just that you are too fast. I can't catch up with you!"

These words seemed to have a profound meaning. Lu Wuji shook his head and was about to speak, but Zhao Wuji spoke again:

"To be honest, fellow Daoist, I have hurried back because there is a precious sword hidden in the mountains. Today is the day it is to be unsealed. This sword has been gestating for a hundred years. Although it is a magical weapon, it also has some spirituality and can choose its own master. Daoist, you also practice the Pure Yang Sword Dao. Why not take a look?"

Zhao Yimei was stunned when she heard this.

A complex expression flashed across Lu Wujiu's eyes, and he smiled and said, "To be honest, fellow Daoist, the Immortal Court has just been established, and there are many things to do. I came here to inform you of something. Now that I have conveyed it to fellow Daoist Zhao Yimei, I will not stay any longer. Farewell!"

Having said that, he walked away, and after leaving the guest hall, he turned into a streak of light and disappeared without a trace.

Zhao Wuji's face turned pale. He wanted to keep him, but he forced himself to remain calm and bowed: "Zhao Wuji respectfully bids farewell to you, fellow Taoist!"

After a while, he put down his hands, sat down on the chair next to him, and fell into silence.

A great sense of frustration rose in my heart.

Is there anything more humiliating than not being able to give gifts?
"Master, are you okay?"

Zhao Yimei approached and said with a worried look on her face.

"fine."

Zhao Wuji waved his hand, feeling even more fierce in his heart.

He decided to concentrate all the resources of Wudang Sect, go into seclusion, and climb the ladder. Now the only way was to return to the top four, or even climb to the top three, to have a chance to gain a foothold in this world of great contention.

Zhao Yimei asked tentatively, "Master, is it because the position of Tianhengsi is too difficult for me?"

"This matter has nothing to do with you..." Zhao Wuji suddenly looked at Zhao Yimei: "What did you say? Tianheng Division?"

Zhao Yimei was startled and said hesitantly, "Tianhengsi, Lu Wujiu didn't say anything?"

"Quick, what did Fellow Daoist Lu say to you?"

"Lu Wujiu said that he left the Tianheng Division to Master. Master already has the Yin Lu, so when the time comes, all we have to do is wait for the dispatch order from the Zhuxian Division. Master, what does Tianheng Division mean?"

Zhao Wuji was stunned.

"He really said that."

"Yes!"

Zhao Wuji's expression suddenly became interesting. After a long while, he staggered to his feet, walked to the outside of the guest hall, faced the direction where Lu Wujiu left, and bowed:
"Your humble servant, Zhao Wuji, thanks the Heavenly Master for his guidance!"

Zhao Yimei, who was following behind, saw this scene and was shocked. She couldn't help but ask, "Master, what's going on?"

Zhao Wuji straightened up, exhaled softly, and said, "You have truly created an incredible destiny for the Wudang Sect. If the Wudang Sect's legacy survives, your name will always be passed down!"

Zhao Yimei became even more confused after hearing this.

……

After Lu Wujiu left, he returned to Lao Lu Mountain without stopping.

In fact, there was no need for him to make a personal trip for this matter; a communication talisman would be enough.

But compared to the communication talisman, only by going there in person can he show his importance to Zhao Wuji; only by going there in person can he tell Zhao Wuji that it was he who pushed him to the position.

He believed that with the support of the resources of the Immortal Court, it would not be difficult for Zhao Wuji to return to the top four.

By the way, he wanted to think of Zhao Wuji, but facing the fanatical eyes of the old law disciple, he had no time to make any arrangements. He just gave a few instructions casually and then hid in the human skin book.

After the establishment of the Immortal Palace, many things became complicated.

For him, there were several things that needed to be dealt with urgently, and he had no time to make arrangements with the old law disciples.

In other words, there are many vacant positions in the Immortal Court, so there is no need to rush. Giving the old disciples of the Law Department some time to relax can also be considered as a way to train their Taoism.

(End of this chapter)