C13 Golden Immortal Stage Demon King

The Vast Heaven Mirror could reflect every nook and cranny of the Great Wilderness Land unless one was a Saint or possessed a corresponding Spiritual Treasure to counteract its power. Otherwise, their form would be revealed within the mirror. At this moment, the figures of Ye Fann and the Devil Subduing Army were displayed. The instant the Martial Army Soul materialized, the Jade Emperor, being a Quasi-Sage Great Expert, was naturally aware of it. Yet, he chose not to broadcast the event. Instead, he summoned his trusted aide, Taibai Jinxing, and together they observed Ye Fann deploying the Martial Army Soul. Once the event concluded, Taibai Jinxing retracted his divine power, and the Vast Heaven Mirror resumed its previous state, shrouded in a gray mist with Chaos Energy swirling about.

"Taibai, what's your take on this matter?" the Jade Emperor inquired from his throne.

Taibai Jinxing stowed his horsetail whisk, turned, and bowed deeply, respectfully addressing the Jade Emperor, "Your Majesty, I believe this event is a tremendous boon for the Heavenly Court!"

"How so?" asked the Jade Emperor.

"For one, the power created by Heavenly God Ye is unique to the Great Wilderness Land, which certainly adds prestige to the Heavenly Court," Taibai Jinxing explained. "Furthermore, this formation, bound by faith, doesn't rely on the aid of Spiritual Treasures or the power of bloodlines. The majority of the Devil Subduing Army are merely Earth Immortals, yet now they can exhibit the power of the Golden Immortal Stage. If other Heavenly Soldiers could also be trained to achieve this, the might of our Heavenly Court would surely soar."

A smile, seldom seen, graced the Jade Emperor's face upon hearing Taibai Jinxing's words. Truth be told, the Jade Emperor had already reached his own conclusion at the outset. However, hearing it articulated by Taibai Jinxing was more pleasing to him. After all, his position as the sovereign of the cosmos was not an easy one to hold. He spent his days immersed in concerns and calculations, with few occasions to hear news that genuinely pleased him.

The Heavenly Court remained a picture of desolation and bleakness.

The disciples of the sages openly scorned the current state of the Heavenly Court.

Other formidable independent cultivators also considered the Lord of the Vast Heaven to be nothing more than a laughingstock.

They couldn't even be bothered to attend the Peach Banquet.

Nobody showed the slightest respect for him, despite his being appointed by the Dao Ancestor.

"The Heavenly Court aligns with the Heavenly Dao, slaying demons for the human race, and has the power to part the clouds and summon the rain," the Jade Emperor mused. "At last, we've garnered some favor from fortune."

He felt a sense of relief, as if the hard times were finally giving way to good fortune.

In his view, Ye Fann's arrival at the Heavenly Court was a stroke of destiny.

In the Jade Emperor's heart, Ye Fann was not only an effective general for the Heavenly Court but also a lucky charm.

Unbeknownst to Ye Fann, his importance in the Jade Emperor's eyes had just climbed another notch.

He led the Devil Subduing Army through the North Heaven Gate and into the small world within the Devil Subduing Hall.

At that moment, the system's voice echoed in Ye Fann's mind: "The time to clock out has arrived. Would you like to check out for the day? If you continue working, today's reward will be halved."

"Check out for the day!" Ye Fann responded.

"Ding! Check-out successful. You have received ten Immortal Pills as a reward."

Since Ye Fann's promotion to Devil Subduing God, his check-out rewards had become significantly more substantial. One Immortal Pill, once refined, could increase one's cultivation by a thousand years. This meant that by diligently checking in and out each day, he could enhance his cultivation by ten thousand years.

Ye Fann's cultivation was now nearing the Middle Period of the Golden Immortal Stage, and he was filled with anticipation for the future.

If he reached the peak of the Golden Immortal stage and combined it with the Martial Army Soul, Ye Fann wondered whether his combat strength could break through into the Taiyi Golden Immortal realm. After all, during his battle with the Wing Immortal, he had felt that he was on the verge of that threshold. Just a bit more effort, and he might step into the next stage.

In the days that followed, Ye Fann would check in for duty at the Devil Subduing Hall daily. Then, he would wander about. His role, apart from responding to the Jade Emperor's commands and representing the Heavenly Court in battle when necessary, had no strict requirements regarding work hours or location. Moreover, for the past few years, in pursuit of mastering the Martial Army Soul, the Devil Subduing Army had been engaged in relentless combat. Now that their hard work had paid off and the demonic hordes of the Great Wilderness Land had been subdued by their efforts, Ye Fann allowed the Devil Subduing Army some well-deserved rest. After all, a bow too tightly strung is prone to snapping.

With some free time on his hands, Ye Fann decided to visit friends. Within the vast expanse of the Heavenly Court, he considered only two individuals his friends. One was the Giant Spirit God, a man whose muscular, hairy chest and wide, hippopotamus-like smile were unmistakable. The other was Princess Tian Shou. Opting for the latter's company, Ye Fann headed toward Tian Shou Palace.

As he approached, the Giant Spirit God fell silent, a stark contrast to his usually jovial demeanor. What could have dampened the spirits of such a cheerful man?

Ye Fann knew the way to Tian Shou Palace like the back of his hand. The Heavenly Soldiers he passed along the way couldn't help but bow their heads in respect. Ye Fann's formidable reputation had spread throughout the Heavenly Court, and his years of combat had lent him an air of innate authority.

Upon entering the Heavenly Longevity Palace, the soldiers were visibly nervous, avoiding direct eye contact. A maid tending to the flowers and plants looked up in surprise and delight, quickly standing to her feet. She called out excitedly, "Princess, God Ye has arrived!"

The mere presence of him caused a stir among the celestial soldiers, who felt too unnerved to meet his gaze directly. Ye Fann had just stepped into the Palace of Longevity. A maid tending to the flowers caught sight of him and her face lit up with surprise. She promptly stood up and called out loudly, "Princess, Ye Fann, the Devil Subduing God, has arrived!"

Shortly thereafter, the door to the inner hall was gently opened, and a stunning figure emerged gracefully. She was clad in a white gown that accentuated her slender waist. Her figure was slender and perfect, her facial features were exquisitely refined. Her lustrous black hair, bound by a jade hairpin, cascaded down like silk, and her golden jade earrings swayed gently, adding to her delicate charm. Ye Fann inhaled sharply, his heart pounding within his chest.

Previously, Princess Tian Shou had dressed in a more casual and simple manner. But today, she appeared to have made a special effort to dress up, enhancing her beauty and charm. Even someone as steadfast as Ye Fann found it difficult to resist her allure.

"Xiao Zhu, what's with the shouting?" Princess Tian Shou chided the maid, yet her eyes betrayed a smile she couldn't quite conceal. Upon seeing Ye Fann, her eyes crinkled into crescents, and she approached him with a poised and elegant gait. "Since you became the Devil Subduing God, you haven't come to see me!" Her voice carried a hint of playful rebuke, reminiscent of a young woman's words to a long-absent sweetheart.

Ye Fann, astute as ever, picked up on the underlying sentiment. A wave of emotion stirred within him. Ever since he had heroically stepped into danger to shield her from Marshal Tianpeng, he had noticed a distinct change in Princess Tian Shou's demeanor towards him. Despite their exalted status and privileged lives, the princesses of the Heavenly Court possessed a purity of thought, shaped by their unique surroundings. Bound by the strictures and governance of the Heavenly Court, these celestial maidens had spent eons living uneventful lives. But once someone penetrated their guarded hearts, their emotions could overflow, becoming irrepressible.

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