Primordial World: Big shots are all my friends
Chapter 153 - 145, The Interview Ends

Chapter 153: Chapter 145, The Interview Ends

Time passed bit by bit, and the number of Immortal Gods in the small world grew more and more. There were those who had participated in the written examination last time, as well as those who came to watch the excitement. Whether Immortal Gods or mortals, being enthusiastic spectators was in their nature.

Suddenly, a radiant glow bloomed within the small world. Two big men from the Witch Clan stepped out from within the light, and instantaneously, everyone stopped talking and looked up at the two Great Witches on the path of light.

One of the Great Witches spoke loudly: "The results of the written test are out. I am here to announce the list of those who passed.

The Netherworld Emperor candidate from the Chan Sect, Master Huang Long."

Master Huang Long was stunned for a moment, then quickly stepped forward and bowed in salute. It was only a formality for him and he hadn’t taken it too seriously, but to his surprise, he actually passed. Now, he felt a bit conflicted in his heart. His senior brother Taiyi really wanted the position of Netherworld Emperor. Should I decline Lady Peace Heart’s invitation?

Another big man from the Witch Clan called out: "Netherworld Emperor candidate from the Western Sect, Mile."

"Netherworld Emperor candidate from the Chan Sect, Taiyi True Man."

"Netherworld Emperor candidate from the Western Sect, Ksitigarbha."

...

One name after another was announced, and everyone whose name was called stepped forward, their faces beaming with joy as they stood tall with pride. Having passed where others had not, the feeling of surpassing others was truly exhilarating.

After all the names were called out, a big man from the Witch Clan said: "Now for the interview, Master Huang Long, please."

Master Huang Long straightened his clothes and flew up, riding on a cloud, and headed towards the world beyond, suddenly feeling a bit nervous.

Master Huang Long passed through a screen of light and instantly arrived inside a palace. Within the spacious palace, there was a table, and behind it sat two figures. In front of each figure was a placard, with the names Lord Bai Jin and Peace Heart Lady written on them.

Master Huang Long’s heart suddenly turned cold. Bai Jin—how could he also be involved in the interview?

Bai Jin said with a chuckle, "Junior brother has arrived, please take a seat!"

Master Huang Long collected his thoughts, bowed in salute, and said: "Greetings to Peace Heart Lady and senior brother." He then sat down in the designated seat.

Bai Jin smiled and said, "There’s no need for self-introduction, as there is no one in the Three Realms who can escape Her Ladyship’s eyes. Let’s get straight to the point! Tell us how you plan to manage the Underworld."

Master Huang Long spoke solemnly: "I will manage it strictly, with authority as the priority and rigor as the principle. I will establish strict laws, and any defiance from Dead Souls or Yin Gods will be met with Soul Drawing and Refining. Once they are fearful, they naturally won’t dare to act recklessly."

"Can you provide more details?"

"Of course!" Master Huang Long rattled on for quite some time.

Bai Jin nodded from time to time, asking a few questions, and finally said: "You can go back now! We’ll notify you later."

Master Huang Long rose, bowed in salute, and turned to leave.

After Master Huang Long had departed, Bai Jin turned and asked, "Lady, what do you think of him?"

Peace Heart Lady shook her head and said, "Not good, next."

A bald figure walked in from the outside, greeting with a bow and a cheerful smile: "Monk Mile pays respect to Peace Heart Lady and Daoist Brother Bai Jin."

Peace Heart frowned, "Monk?"

Mile explained, "This is a unique term used by our Western Sect. We follow the side door path, and our way of addressing each other has diverged somewhat from the Mysterious Sect."

An idea flashed through Bai Jin’s mind. The embryonic form of Buddhism was already emerging. He asked, "Please take a seat, Fellow Daoist Mile. If you were the Netherworld Emperor, how would you manage the Underworld?"

Mile sat down, brought his hands together, and said, "If I were the Netherworld Emperor, I would widely open the gates to goodness, elevate the righteous to heaven, and convert the wicked to benevolence..."

A while later, Mile took his leave.

Bai Jin asked, "Lady, how about this one?"

Peace Heart Lady pressed her hand to her forehead and said, "What do you think?"

"Too naive."

"Then let’s move to the next one."

One after another, figures walked in and then out again, and after half a day, everyone had gone through the process.

Inside the small world, there was a buzz of discussions as people inquired about the details of the recent interviews, probing the tactics of their competitors.

Within the Chan Sect’s camp, Guang Chengzi asked, "Confident?"

Master Huang Long replied modestly, "Although Peace Heart Lady named me first, I feel that there are many strong contestants, and the pressure is immense!"

Qingxu said, "I am thinking of giving up already."

Guang Chengzi said, "As long as Bai Jin does not interfere, Junior Brother Huang Long should have the greatest hope.

The fact that he was named first in the written examination shows Peace Heart Lady’s recognition of Junior Brother Huang Long."

Ci Hang, Wenshu, and the others all nodded in agreement.

On the other side, within the Western Sect’s camp, followers were also whispering amongst themselves.

Maitreya said with a smile on his face, "The Underworld is very important to our Western Sect. If we cannot capture the position of the Yin Emperor, we’ll have to rely on Ksitigarbha junior brother."

Ksitigarbha nodded and said, "Of course!"

The rest of the people from the Western Sect brought their hands together in a salute, prepared for the worst outcome.

...

Amidst the glow of the rosy clouds, Bai Jin stepped forward, and the discussing voices below instantly ceased.

Bai Jin addressed the crowd, saying, "The selection of the Yin God’s Lady has been made; I shall announce the results below.

The Soul Hooking Envoy shall be Niu Tou Abang and Luo Cha Ma Mian.

The Soul Capturing Envoy shall be Xie Bian, Fan Wujiu."

Below, the ox demon cried out excitedly, "We’ve been chosen, we’ve been chosen."

Both stepped forward in unison, bowing excitedly, "Thank you, Immortal."

The other two also bowed ecstatically, "Thank you, Immortal."

Bai Jin nodded at them and continued reading, "The Wangchuan River God, Mu Yang."

"Thank you, Immortal."

"The guards of the Ghost Gate, Xuanyin and Xuan Sha."

"Thank you, Immortal!"

...

Bai Jin announced each position one by one, and all the successful Immortal Gods joyously bowed.

Every Yin God position found its holder, with only the Netherworld Emperor’s seat still up in the air. This was the Divine Position everyone was most concerned about, and all eyes were eagerly fixed on Bai Jin.

After meditating for a moment, Bai Jin said, "After many layers of selection with Peace Heart Lady, adhering to a principle of fairness and transparency, from all the candidates who participated, we have chosen one to become the Netherworld Emperor, and he is..."

All eyes were fixed on Bai Jin.

The Western Sect and people like Lu Ya clenched their fists, thinking, ’Just say it! Just say it! I really want to punch you in the face.’

"He is the Chan Sect’s Taiyi True Man; let us welcome him with warm applause."

Master Taiyi rose into the air, saluting in all directions, excitedly saying, "I am honored to be seen fit by the Lady. I will manage the Underworld with utmost order and if there are any faults, I am willing to accept punishment."

Maitreya’s smile faded as he looked towards Ksitigarbha, who nodded.

"I do not accept this!" A loud shout suddenly rang out.

Everyone turned their heads to look and saw a bald Cultivator dressed in strange attire fly up, his face filled with anger.

Taiyi’s expression also stiffened as he looked at Ksitigarbha with a cold gaze.

Bai Jin said with a smile, "Ksitigarbha Fellow Daoist, what do you mean by this?"

Ksitigarbha examined Bai Jin and said, "Taiyi True Man addresses you as senior brother, is that correct?"

Bai Jin nodded and said, "Yes!"

"Then I do not accept this result. I suspect that Taiyi become the Netherworld Emperor by your arrangement."

"Was that the choice of Peace Heart Lady? Are you questioning the Lady?!"

"I dare not! I just want an explanation, and I believe everyone else wants to know why he has become the Yin Emperor. Please, senior brother, give us an explanation."

"Yes!"

"The fellow daoists from the Western Sect are right."

"There really should be an explanation!"

...

Below, the voices of the crowd rose one after another, with some stirring up trouble out of a desire for chaos.

Master Taiyi stepped forward and loudly said, "Ksitigarbha, then I shall convince you!

I shall incarnate as the Ten Directions Emperor, presiding over the Netherworld, leading souls and guiding the dead, universally saving all beings."

Master Taiyi’s body shone with dazzling light as ten streams of light emanated from within him, transforming into ten majestic Emperors sitting high in the sky.

The ten Emperors rose and saluted Master Taiyi, chanting in unison, "All hail the Ten Directions Savior Heavenly Venerate."

Boom! The Underworld trembled as ten grand halls rose up.

One Great Emperor stood up, turned, and walked beyond the world, his voice echoing throughout the Underworld, "I am King Qinguang, in charge of the mortal world’s life and death, administering fortunes and misfortunes in the Netherworld." Walking out of the secret realm world, his figure vanished instantly, and the next moment the Qing Guang King Palace lit up, with an Emperor’s silhouette seated within the King’s Palace.