Above the Great Dao-Chapter 1524 - 707: Heavenly Court Report _2

This journey was much smoother, encountering no ambushes along the way. After over twenty days and traversing several Star Gates, they finally arrived at the ferry crossing of the Western Heaven Swing in the Heavenly Court.

Chen Shi and Little Dun disembarked from the Star Shuttle, only to see the Western Heaven Swing was empty, without a single Heavenly Soldier or General. — King Li originally had a remaining force of a hundred thousand Heavenly Soldiers and Generals, but they were all in the Mud Great World, guarding numerous Heavenly Dao Divine People, not having returned to the Heavenly Court.

Chen Shi invited out King Li, and politely said, "Thank you, dear friend, for escorting us all the way."

King Li also politely responded, "Not at all. I feel uneasy for not being able to achieve anything along the journey, and instead have troubled the Heavenly King for so long. Now that we've returned to the Heavenly Court, why don't we go together to report to the Jade Emperor?"

Chen Shi replied happily, "I had that very intention."

The three passed through the Western Heaven Swing, and King Li, seeing the emptiness of the Western Heaven Swing, felt forlorn with no choice.

This was supposed to be an excellent opportunity for him, but he still failed to eliminate Chen Shi and reclaim the position of Heavenly King.

The two passed through the Western Heaven Gate, walked past the Western Heaven Palace, passed the Turquoise Pool, heading towards the Palace of the Polestar. Upon reaching outside the Chengtian Gate, they were stopped by Golden Armor Soldiers, who asked their purpose, then let them wait there.

King Li laughed, "Your Majesty is quite busy, it's not easy to meet without prior notice."

Soon, Jade Emperor the Great Heavenly Venerate sent a decree, asking them to wait in the Wenhua Hall. Little Dun Fairy remained outside the Chengtian Gate, not following the two.

Upon arriving at the Wenhua Hall, Chen Shi and King Li waited for about an hour, when suddenly Chen Shi felt a vast and overwhelming aura approaching, as if the heavens and earth rotated together, countless stars revolved around it, while voices praising in unison reached his ears, causing his Sea of Consciousness to churn, nearly losing his Divine Sense!

Chen Shi hastily steadied his Heart Spirit, standing respectfully, thinking, "If it were an ordinary Little Immortal, I'm afraid they wouldn't have the qualification to meet the Jade Emperor, and would be shocked into a fool by his aura!"

Jade Emperor the Great Heavenly Venerate entered from outside, and as Chen Shi raised his eyes to meet his gaze, he felt as if blinded by brightness, nearly unable to see anything, his heart shaking.

When the Great Heavenly Venerate sat on the throne in the Wenhua Hall, and Chen Shi could avert his gaze, he could see this Great Heavenly Venerate clearly.

The Great Heavenly Venerate wore a crown with twelve pendant strings, falling like pearls, obscuring his face, but his countenance was radiant and majestic, inspiring awe without anger, his eyes containing divine light, upon close examination, it seemed as if a galaxy swirled within.

This was not his first time seeing the Great Heavenly Venerate.

Last time in the Mud Great World, Chen Shi had summoned the Venerate's clone to fight the enemy, which resulted in the Venerate's clone being repeatedly slain, forcing the supreme ruler to descend personally into the clone to see who dared summon him against foes.

But that was not the Venerate's true form, while this time he saw the true body.

The Great Heavenly Venerate seemed to notice his gaze and swept his eyes over him, causing Chen Shi to quickly withdraw his gaze, respectfully stating, "Reporting to the Great Heavenly Venerate: Your humble servant Chen Shi, was tasked to suppress the Ancestral Court's demonic chaos, now demons such as Fan Wencheng, Kun Dulun have been exterminated, six million decapitated, the Demon Path eradicated, restoring peace to the Ancestral Court. All of Ancestral Court is grateful for the Great Heavenly Venerate's benevolence, incense clouds rise continuously, worship persists in praise of the Great Heavenly Venerate's compassion and salvation acts."

Jade Emperor the Great Heavenly Venerate greatly appreciated this, smiling, "Mr. Chen upholds the state affairs with significant merit, rewarding ten thousand barrels of Spiritual Liquid, a million currency notes, and eighty thousand units of Dragon Blood Xuan Gold."

"Thank Your Majesty for Your great grace!"

Chen Shi bowed in gratitude, and further said, "Along the return journey, while encountering attacks from Lady Yuan Ling Xi Muran and others, fortunately King Li battled valiantly, repelling strong foes, thereby preserving my life."

The Great Heavenly Venerate said, "Rebellious traitors are bold beyond measure and shall be severely punished without mercy. Mr. Li was sent by me, and although there were grudges between you, I hope you can resolve them."

Chen Shi thanked King Li, saying, "Thank you, dear brother, for your lifesaving grace!"

King Li was deeply moved, quickly assisting him, "Please don't do this, you embarrass me greatly! You, Heavenly King, are a righteous man of the Court; when a righteous man is in distress, how can I stand by idly?"

The Great Heavenly Venerate said, "Mr. Chen, the position of Vice Marshal is currently vacant; I've heard you had certain agreements with Mr. Li, once his injuries are healed, grant him the position of Vice Marshal..."

Chen Shi's heart sank, regretting not inviting Chang Chun Emperor and others to intervene, lamenting why he didn't injure King Li gravely in the Dao Ruins Dao Realm!?

"It's such a pity I forgot this matter! My adoptive mother was also sloppy, likely lazing off, not informing the Three Altars Sea Meeting Great God about King Li's whereabouts."

Chen Shi secretly blamed himself for lacking ruthlessness, thinking if only King Li were dealt with, he could blame it on Xi Muran as well.

"A gentleman's word is like a horse-drawn carriage; I follow the Teacher's way, always being a gentleman, naturally keeping my promises."

Chen Shi laughed, "Dear Brother Li manages the military well, I've always admired him. If I had Brother Li's assistance, serving Your Majesty would certainly be much smoother!"

Jade Emperor the Great Heavenly Venerate was quite pleased, saying, "It's a good thing for the Heavenly Soldier Camp when you all are delegated harmoniously as chief and deputy alike. Where is Kun Dulun?"

Chen Shi replied, "Returning to the Great Heavenly Venerate, Kun Dulun has been refined by me into bones, now preparing to transport to Thick Virtue and Bright Heaven Palace, suppressing in the Demon Suppression Well."

The Venerate nodded gently, satisfied with this decision, waving, "You may withdraw now."

The two acknowledged and withdrew from the Wenhua Hall.

As they walked out, King Li obviously appeared relieved, laughed, "Heavenly King Chen, hereafter we'll be ministers of the same court, and marshals of the same army, I hope you will take care of me."

Chen Shi laughed, "It is easy to say, easy to say."

Then his face darkened, saying no more.

King Li kept talking as they approached Chengtian Gate, while Little Dun Fairy hurried to catch up and inquire, "What happened?"

Chen Shi whispered, "The Great Heavenly Venerate caught a loophole, forcing me to accept King Li as my vice marshal."

Little Dun Fairy considered, then said, "Then find an excuse to send King Li to lead an army alone to a perilous place, letting him perish. If he doesn't die, we'll have people ambush him there, dealing with him quietly."

Chen Shi's heart stirred slightly, glancing sideways at King Li, whispering, "Madam, lower your voice. If he comes to Penglai West to grab my soldiers, we'll send him on his way."

King Li overheard, his heart jolting, "No wonder people say the most poisonous woman's heart... wait a minute, isn't this my approach? How come they utilize it so skillfully?"

Soon, the Great Heavenly Venerate's decree arrived, Chen Shi accepted, taking the Venerate's decree to the Finance Department, met with various Gods of Wealth, and received the Great Heavenly Venerate's reward.

After receiving the reward, Chen Shi left the Heavenly Court, returning to Penglai West.

King Li hesitated slightly, not following, thinking, "Now I have the Vice Marshal position, there's no need to go to Penglai West just to meet my end."

Arriving at Penglai West, Chen Shi invited two thousand Immortals to distribute the rewards from Jade Emperor the Great Heavenly Venerate, taking none for himself, everyone was delighted, thanking him and returning to their caves to cultivate.

Jiao Quezi heard he returned and hurried over for a chat, pausing as if he wished to say more. Chen Shi laughed, "Uncle Master, if you have something to say, speak frankly."

Jiao Quezi hesitated and said, "My cultivation has reached a critical juncture, trying repeatedly to break through, becoming a Daluo Golden Immortal, yet encountering significant obstacles. Recently, I got a sudden insight, calculating that the reason I cannot breakthrough is due to unresolved karma. Look at my eyes."

His eyes were blind in one, with a Golden Needle inserted into the pupil of his left eye, unable to be removed.

Chen Shi's heart stirred slightly, saying, "You're going to seek the one who blinded you, to resolve this karma?"

Jiao Quezi nodded, saying solemnly, "I remain on Golden Turtle Island, guarding this place, lest anyone come to seize our Holy Land. Just afraid once I leave, you all won't be able to hold it. Now that you've returned, I wish to entrust Golden Turtle Island to you. My upcoming journey is uncertain; entrusting Golden Turtle Island to you gives me peace of mind. Starting today, you shall be the Sect Leader of Golden Turtle Island!"

Chen Shi felt somewhat troubled: "I've promised a deceased to journey to the North Sea and other places, cannot break the promise. How about I let my several senior brothers temporarily take charge as Sect Leader?"

Jiao Quezi shook his head, saying, "Although they're higher in Realm, they're not as adept at handling sudden changes or nurturing connections as you. With you as Sect Leader, I'm relieved."

Chen Shi thought for a while, then without further objection, laughed, "My wife is a hundred times more capable than I am, when I'm not around, let her guard, ensuring peace for the time being."

Jiao Quezi then summoned all the disciples of Golden Turtle Island, over two hundred thousand, and before them, transferred the position of Sect Leader to Chen Shi. Once the ceremony completed, he disappeared without a trace.