Immortal Father
Chapter 1217: 432: Preparing the Heavenly Court [Third Update, Request for Votes]_2

Chapter 1217: Chapter 432: Preparing the Heavenly Court [Third Update, Request for Votes]_2

“In these matters, you will naturally avoid making mistakes.”

Hongjun instructed:

“There are still three matters here that you must treat with caution.

“After the Heavenly Court is established, those malicious beings in the world will mostly launch a counterattack against it. If you cannot handle it properly, you will fall into a perilous situation.

“Therefore, when you encounter issues, you must act decisively, swiftly executing without leaving troubles behind, do not harbor any soft thoughts.”

Li Ping’an quickly said, “Disciple will remember.”

“This is just the first, there is still the second.”

Hongjun continued:

“Within the Vast Wilderness Heaven and Earth, there are many Great Power experts who do not concern themselves with worldly affairs, yet they are an undeniable force in heaven and earth. Before you establish the Heavenly Court, you should try your best to visit them.

“If you can gain the goodwill of these experts, the affairs of the Heavenly Court will naturally be smoother.”

Li Ping’an said, “Disciple indeed thinks so.”

“As for the third,” Hongjun pondered for a moment, “The threat of the Innate Gods and Demons has yet to be eliminated. You should already know that the Demon Master Kunpeng deeply resents the Three Sovereigns of the Human Race. There is likely to be a bloody battle here, and you need to prepare in advance.”

Li Ping’an was slightly startled, thinking of his father’s forthcoming disaster.

So he took the opportunity to inquire, “Patriarch, there is one thing I do not understand, I earnestly ask you to enlighten me.”

“Speak without hesitation.”

Li Ping’an said, “Disciple and father share a Divine Skill connection. My father’s Divine Skill is to transmit Spiritual Power to me, while my Divine Skill foretells upcoming disasters for my father.”

Hongjun slightly nodded, “I am aware of this.”

Li Ping’an softly pondered for a moment, “Logically speaking, such Divine Skills originate from the imprint Nüwa left on the Great Dao, based on the operation of the Heavenly Dao. But why… does the Heavenly Dao not know about the disaster before and after? Disciple does not think the Heavenly Dao intends to deceive.”

Upon hearing this, Hongjun showed a slight smile.

Hongjun spoke slowly, “It is quite rare for you to notice these; do you want to hear the truth or fabrication?”

Li Ping’an was a bit confused.

The truth?

Fabrication?

Is there even a choice? Of course, he believes whatever you say, because he can only pretend to believe.

Li Ping’an then offered a mysterious answer, “Disciple wishes to hear both truth and fabrication.”

“Very well,” Hongjun smiled, “The truth is that the time is not yet ripe; I cannot disclose this matter to you.”

A multitude of doubts arose in Li Ping’an’s heart.

“And what about the fabrication?”

“The fabrication is that the Divine Skills you and your father share, and your father’s Great Fortune, originate from the same source.”

Hongjun spoke slowly:

“The perfect Heavenly Dao can traverse through time, can disregard the universe, and is the soul of heaven and earth.

“From that future day, with that perfect Heavenly Dao, everything in heaven and earth is under the watch of this perfect Heavenly Dao.

“Previously you should have understood, during the extinction of the Vast Wilderness Heaven and Earth, those who had a chance to transcend were often two wills—Three Pure Ones merging to return to Pangu and the perfect Heavenly Dao.

“Naturally, this is a fabrication, just take it for what it is.”

Li Ping’an was slightly stunned.

His heart filled with several layers of doubts, as if the questions were satisfactorily answered, yet the answers seemed like the moon in the water, flowers in the mist, leaving him unable to grasp.

Why was this logical answer deemed a fabrication?

Why was the truth ‘the time is not yet ripe’?

Hongjun spoke slowly, “You should return now; the Six Saints are already aware of your intent to establish the Heavenly Court.”

“Thank you, Patriarch.”

Li Ping’an gave a Daoist salute and did not linger further, retreating from Zixiao Palace, hurrying back to Xuan Capital City.

…

The journey took an additional two days.

Li Ping’an returned to the Misty Realm, summoned the ministers to commend and encourage them, instructing the Six Departments of the Heavenly Court to spare no effort in establishing the Heavenly Court.

The Six Immortal Officers were not simply excited, but rather were ‘pumped up.’

If the Heavenly Court is successfully built, they would naturally benefit the most, akin to ‘taking off ahead of schedule.’

Li Ping’an did not stay long in the Misty Realm, after meeting with Yun Zhongzi teacher and the Xu family father and son, he became a hands-off manager, hurrying to the main world.

He first went to Jade Pool, trying on several sets of luxurious and intricate robes;

Then went to the East Alliance General Alliance, meeting with Lady Ba for half a day, inquiring about the attitude of the Human Race towards the upcoming establishment of the Heavenly Court.

The responses Li Ping’an received from Lady Ba were naturally pleasing words.

But through the Heavenly Square Pavilion, he had also heard some news, saying that in Xuanyuan Palace, some ministers insisted on submitting petitions, requesting the Human Emperor to follow the example of the East Emperor Taiyi of the Ancient Heavenly Court, sharing the Heavenly Emperor’s throne with the new Heavenly Emperor.

Xuanyuan Huangdi had several outbursts of anger, yet those ministers continued to resist without retreating.

Upon hearing this, Li Ping’an could only sigh inwardly.

If Brother Xuanyuan cannot subdue the internal struggles of the Human Race, then he may have no choice but to kill to establish authority.

After bidding farewell to Lady Ba, Li Ping’an returned to the Casting Cloud Sect and bumped into his father.

Li Dazhi was busy like a spinning top.

Fortunately, the style of the Thirty-six Halls of the Heavenly Court was already determined and had to be crafted according to the Thirty-six Halls within Li Ping’an’s Spirit Platform, which greatly reduced Li Dazhi’s workload.

Li Dazhi complained as soon as he saw Li Ping’an:

“You rascal, you had a spur of the moment idea, now your father’s legs are about to run off!”

“How is this a spur of the moment idea,” Li Ping’an laughed, “I’ve thoughtfully considered the necessity of quickly establishing the Heavenly Court. Dad, you don’t know how much spirit merit there is in the Southern Continent.”

“How much?”

Li Dazhi’s mouth twitched slightly.

Li Ping’an whispered, “Enough to fill the Nine Heavens directly, and it could even craft one or two merit golden bodies!”

Li Dazhi couldn’t help but widen his eyes.

A merit golden body is an external transformation crafted with Heavenly Dao merit, which can safeguard oneself, serve as a substitute, suppress fortune, and resist all spells.

Li Dazhi muttered, “But what’s this got to do with you suddenly wanting to establish the Heavenly Court?”

“Dad, think about it!”

Li Ping’an crossed his legs and spoke quickly:

“If I want to find a way to acquire spirit merit in the Southern Continent, should I first ensure stability in the rear?

“As long as there’s interaction with the Southern Continent’s Divine Court, whether through magical combat or strategy, there’s always the risk of being counter-invaded by the Southern Continent’s Divine Court.

“Moreover, the main world does not currently have many concerns. The Dragon Palace has already provided treasure for the initial construction of the Heavenly Court, so securing the Heavenly Dao sequence allows me to act freely.

“Previously, we followed the strategy of encircling the cities by surrounding them from the countryside… ahem, encircling the main world from small worlds, mainly because opposition in the Western Continent was too strong, and dissenting voices within the Human Race were quite loud.

“Now the Western Continent is settled, the Demon Race has retreated, and sinister forces have hidden away. Establishing the Heavenly Court prevents future troubles.”

Li Dazhi sighed, “Alright, my main concern is that the pressure on you is too high, remember to tell me if anything comes up.”

“What could happen to me,” Li Ping’an asked, “Where is Yao Ji?”

“On an island in the East Sea. Fly southeast for a few thousand miles from Dong’an City, and you’ll find it.”

Li Dazhi said:

“Your master and Guiling are watching the children. Those demon infants are obediently heeding Yao Ji’s orders.”

Li Ping’an asked again, “Are there any messages from the Southern Continent?”

“Not any detailed news,” Li Dazhi shook his head, “Earlier, the left attendant from the Holy Mother Palace came by, saying the calamity in the Southern Continent has been settled. The Divine Court shows no abnormalities, and the demon infants have also been calmed by the Divine Court spirits.”

Li Ping’an tapped his fingers thoughtfully, furrowing his brow.

“By the way, the entrance to the Skycutter Great Array we used last time is no longer usable.”

Li Dazhi snorted:

“The left attendant said it’s because we disturbed the Skycutter Great Array’s changes, causing the entrance to seal.

“Actually, humph, the Holy Mother Palace closed it!”

Li Ping’an laughed, “The Holy Mother had previously ordered not to let immortals interfere with the Southern Continent, that makes sense, Dad, don’t be angry.”

“I’m upset about their attitude,” Li Dazhi sighed, “These folks think too highly of themselves; afraid they won’t comply with you as the Heavenly Emperor in the future.”

“A prime minister’s gatekeeper is a third-grade official.”

Li Ping’an replied casually, stretching lazily while mentally plotting his upcoming visit routes.

He plans to visit various elder masters of the Three Teachings and also to pay homage to various immortals and great powers, especially those in the Earthly Immortal realm, Zhenyuan Daxian, Fire Dragon Cave, Shennong Shi, and Fuxi Shi’s entourage.

Li Dazhi suddenly said, “By the way, there’s another thing.”

“What?”

“With the establishment of the Heavenly Court, should the Heavenly Emperor have a grand wedding?”

Li Dazhi looked solemn, speaking seriously:

“This isn’t about your romantic affairs, it’s about the matter of stabilizing heaven and earth.

“If you ask me, the grand wedding and establishing the Heavenly Court should occur simultaneously. You need to marry Ningning and Jade Pool together, establish dual empresses, and set the rules.

“Actually, this matter doesn’t need discussion, I have decided for you!”

Li Ping’an frowned at his father, “Are you really doing this for the stability of heaven and earth?”

“Of course!”

“Then say, ‘Old family members don’t deceive old family members.’

“Oh! I just!”

Li Dazhi pretended to take off his shoe, while Li Ping’an flickered, leaving several afterimages and appearing outside the room.

Li Ping’an said, “You arrange the grand wedding, discuss this with those two. I agree with everything… remember to ask Lady Ba! Although Lady Ba probably doesn’t want to marry.”

“You do some work too!”

Li Dazhi shouted, but Li Ping’an had already vanished.

“Rascal, takes advantage then feigns modesty.”

Li Dazhi grinned, put on cloth boots, hummed a tune, patted his belly, and rode a cloud back to the discussion hall.

All matters regarding the establishment of the Heavenly Court were advancing simply and orderly.