Primordial Era: The Ten Deadly Formations are Broken, Shen Gongbao Asks Me to Come Out of the Mounta

Now, he has come to understand his own path, and with the fragment of the Jade Disc of Creation by his side, coupled with the transformation of his origins and the primordial purple energy that forms the foundation of the Great Dao.

Zhao Gongming was certain that even if the primordial world were shattered, he would still be able to walk the path to becoming a Primordial Golden Immortal and attain that realm.

They truly possess strength comparable to a Heavenly Saint.

Although there are limitations to the Fallen Saint Pill, the saying "below the saint, all are ants" is not just a saying.

Even if a saint's true form does not reach the Earthly Immortal Realm, his three corpses still possess the strength of a quasi-saint at the peak of perfection.

In the future Immortal Realm, only those with such strength can truly be considered top-tier combatants.

At this moment, although he possessed astonishing foundational abilities, he was still quite far from being a top-tier fighter.

As for the Great Array of Equality for All Beings, this is his trump card in dealing with the Heavenly Dao Saints, to prevent those two in the West from resorting to desperate measures, so he naturally has to use it sparingly.

Upon hearing Zhao Gongming's words, the Holy Mother of Wudang naturally had no doubts.

After all, the scene of Zhao Gongming fighting hand-to-hand with the Sage in the Ten Thousand Immortals Formation was still vivid in everyone's mind, and even the Heavenly Dao Sage could not gain the upper hand against him.

Although Kunpeng was an ancient demon master and a top-tier supernatural being, he was naturally far inferior to the Heavenly Saint.

Seeing that no one had any further doubts, Zhao Gongming continued, "After the great calamity, you will have three tasks."

Firstly: Accumulate good deeds.

Secondly, we established a cave dwelling and recruited many disciples. Our Jie Sect teaches without discrimination and has no requirements on the background or qualifications of disciples!

However, one must be strict in one's character and not have any wicked or ugly people. Otherwise, given the rules of our Jie Sect, you can't blame me for being ruthless!

Thirdly, the Jie Sect established the Punishment Hall and set up a points system. Treasures and cultivation resources that were handed over could be submitted to Jin'ao Island to earn points.

Accumulating good deeds will earn you points.

Points can be redeemed for treasures and opportunities.

All matters are managed by Senior Sister Wudang!

Do you have any objections?

Zhao Gongming spoke, emphasizing the importance of clear rewards and punishments, believing that this was the only way to revitalize the Jie Sect. Moreover, his ideas went beyond this.

In the future, the Jie Sect will also establish a Hall of Punishments, a Hall of Elixir and Weapon, a Hall of Cultivation Techniques, a Hall of Performance Evaluation, and so on. These will be arranged one by one when conditions are ripe.

No sooner had Zhao Gongming finished speaking than the Holy Mother of Wudang confidently declared, "Sect Leader, with this arrangement, it won't be long before our Jie Sect becomes the number one sect in the Earthly Immortal Realm!"

Zhao Gongming glanced at the Holy Mother Wudang and said, "Things are not that simple. Do you think the Jie Sect has escaped the great calamity?"

I'm afraid those saints wouldn't think that way!

Even I, I'm afraid, wouldn't be let off so easily!

A sage of the Heavenly Dao is not so easy to scheme against.

Yuanshi Tianzun and Taiqing Laozi broke with the Jie Sect, but they did not gain any benefits. Instead, they paid a considerable price, so they were naturally unwilling to accept it.

As for the two Western saints, Zhunti and Jieyin, needless to say, the subsequent conferment of titles upon the gods will likely not be so peaceful.

As Zhao Gongming had predicted, Yuanshi Tianzun became increasingly angry after returning to Kunlun Mountain.

How many ages has it been since he took human form? When has he ever suffered such a great loss?

Not only did his own top disciple get listed, but the Jade Void Golden Immortal had his three flowers on top of his head cut off and his five qi in his chest closed. He even lost his own vehicle.

As the saying goes, the longer you hold back, the angrier you get. In just a moment, Yuanshi Tianzun came up with a plan. He grabbed Jiang Ziya, who was still on the battlefield of the Investiture of the Gods, outside Mianchi County.

He felt a blur before his eyes and found himself standing in front of the sage. Startled, he immediately knelt down, filled with doubt.

Although the battle for the title of gods among immortals and deities has ended, the great war for the title of gods among mortals is far from over.

Once Mianchi County is captured, we can proceed directly to Mengjin, which is the gateway to Chaoge. If Chaoge falls, the Shang dynasty will perish.

At this point, the Great Tribulation of the Investiture of the Gods was 99% complete, with only the final step of bestowing titles upon the gods remaining.

"Come with me to Jin'ao Island!"

Without further ado, Yuanshi Tianzun led Jiang Ziya to the Investiture Platform on Jin'ao Island.

At this moment, Zhao Gongming had also lit incense sticks and was holding the God-Slaying Whip, preparing for the enfeoffment of the gods.

Seeing the hostile-looking Yuanshi Tianzun, Zhao Gongming was not surprised. He smiled and said, "The Investiture of the Gods is underway right now. Why isn't Master Yuanshi enjoying blessings in the Chaos Starry Sky? What are you doing here on my Golden Turtle Island?"

"Nephew Gongming, back then, the four sects of Zixiao Palace discussed and signed the Investiture of the Gods. The Dao Ancestor personally conferred titles upon the gods of our Chan Sect."

Please keep this Investiture of the Gods safe, my nephew. Let Jiang Shang preside over the investiture of the gods today!

Yuanshi Tianzun ignored Zhao Gongming's sarcastic remarks and went straight to the point.

He's not here to fight today; he's here in the name of the Dao Ancestor to reclaim the authority to bestow titles upon the gods.

Although there are 365 True Gods, there are differences between them: the Four Emperors, the Six Departments, the Five Directions, and the Five Elders.

These are all top-tier divine positions. This time, all three generations of his Chan Sect disciples are on the list, including his first disciple, Guang Chengzi, who has already died and is on the list.

Each radish has its own niche; once the disciples of the Chan Sect occupy these positions, the disciples of the Jie Sect can only watch helplessly.

Moreover, within the Heavenly Court, his Jade Void disciples occupy high positions and command the disciples of the Intercepting Sect, so wouldn't he be able to vent his anger?

Upon hearing this, Zhao Gongming couldn't help but admire the shamelessness of Yuanshi Tianzun.

So you gave me this Investiture of the Gods list just to keep it safe, and you want to take back the authority to confer titles upon the gods separately?

However, Zhao Gongming had anticipated Yuanshi Tianzun's move. He did not make any announcements, but instead handed over the God-Slaying Whip.

"What Master Yuanshi says makes sense. In that case, let Junior Brother Ziya preside over the matter of bestowing titles upon the gods!"

Zhao Gongming spoke with a smile, which left Yuanshi Tianzun somewhat bewildered.

When did Zhao Gongming change his ways and become so easy to talk to?

However, since he voluntarily relinquished the authority to bestow titles upon the gods, it saved him a lot of trouble.

Immediately, under the watchful eye of the Primordial Celestial Venerable, Jiang Ziya wisely stepped forward and began his performance.

Jiang Ziya then spoke: "By the mandate of the Supreme Primordial Lord, you, Bai Jian, a general of the Yellow Emperor, rendered meritorious service in the campaign against Chi You, but unfortunately perished in the North Sea, sacrificing your life for your country—a truly commendable act of loyalty. You have been imprisoned for so long, a tragic injustice. Fortunately, you were granted a title by Jiang Shang for your meritorious service in guarding the altar, and are hereby bestowed with a formal title to comfort your loyal soul. Therefore, you are hereby appointed as the leader of the Three Realms, one of the 365 Pure and Blessed Gods of the Eight Divisions. Respectfully obey!"

Bai Jian, standing in the shadows beneath the altar, holding the Hundred Spirits Banner, kowtowed to express his gratitude before the Jade Edict. He then saw clouds gathering beneath the altar, and incense smoke swirling around.

Bai Jian arrived outside the altar, holding the Hundred Spirits Banner, ready to give instructions.

Ziya ordered Bai Jian to lead Huang Tianhua to the platform to receive his title.

Before long, the God of Pure Blessing led Huang Tianhua to the foot of the platform with a banner, where he knelt to listen to the imperial edict being read. Ziya said, "By the decree of the Supreme Primordial Lord, you, Huang Tianhua, for your youthful loyalty to the country, for your first great achievement after descending the mountain, for your filial piety in saving your father, and for your untimely sacrifice—yet you have not received any honors or titles, and have died on the battlefield. Your merits deserve the greatest reward. Therefore, I hereby bestow upon you the title of Lord Bingling, the Righteous God of the Three Mountains..."

By special decree, you, Chong Heihu, are appointed as the Great Emperor of the Southern Peak, Hengshan, and the Heavenly Emperor. By special decree, you, Wen Pin, are appointed as the Great Emperor of the Central Peak, Songshan, and the Heavenly Emperor. By special decree, you, Cui Ying, are appointed as the Great Emperor of the Northern Peak, Hengshan, and the Heavenly Emperor. By special decree, you, Jiang Xiong, are appointed as the Great Emperor of the Western Peak, Huashan, and the Golden Heavenly Emperor. By special decree, you, Huang Feihu, are appointed as the head of the Five Peaks, and further decree that you be in charge of the Netherworld's Earthly Talisman and the Eighteen Levels of Hell. All matters concerning life, death, transformation, and conversion into gods, immortals, and ghosts must be examined by the Eastern Peak before implementation. By special decree, you are appointed as the Great Emperor of the Eastern Peak, Taishan, and the Heavenly Emperor, the Benevolent Emperor, overseeing all good and bad fortune in heaven and earth. You shall…”

No sooner had Jiang Ziya finished speaking than Zhao Gongming spoke up.

He interrupted, saying, "Jiang Shang? Do you really intend to bestow such an honor?"