Primordial Era: This Heavenly Emperor is Too Powerful

Chapter 13 Taking the Initiative to Conquer the Underworld

After a moment's consideration, Lady Pingxin spoke calmly, "Fellow Daoist, please come in!"

As soon as he finished speaking, the gates of Pingxin Hall quietly opened.

Upon hearing Empress Pingxin's response, Haotian stepped into the main hall.

Haotian glanced at Pingxin, who was seated in the main seat, and bowed, saying, "Greetings, Fellow Daoist Pingxin!"

"Greetings, Fellow Daoist Haotian!"

"Fellow Daoist, please have a seat!"

A short while later.

Haotian sat down.

Empress Pingxin then asked, "May I ask what brings you here, my friend?"

Upon hearing this, Haotian glanced at Consort Pingxin.

He then replied calmly, "Not long ago, I liberated the souls of the dead in the primordial wilderness."

They discovered that there were far too many lingering souls on this desolate land.

That's why I've come to ask you, fellow Daoist, what's your opinion on this matter?

As Haotian finished speaking, Lady Pingxin frowned and said, "Fellow Daoist, are you blaming me?"

Haotian didn't care about the slight dissatisfaction in Consort Pingxin's tone.

Pointing out someone's shortcomings in person can easily lead to misunderstandings.

Aside from nominally being in charge of the underworld, Haotian has never set foot in it at all.

Therefore, even though Consort Pingxin is dissatisfied, Haotian doesn't seem to care much.

But even if they don't care in their hearts, they still have to put on a show on the surface.

How can one survive in the primordial world if one is not shameless and ruthless?

As for speaking too directly?

The key point of the discussion is to be "direct".

In this primordial world, it's highly unlikely that cultivators would swear an oath.

The only solution is to speak clearly during discussions.

After all, in the world of cultivators, every word spoken is intertwined with cause and effect.

If it's vague and ambiguous, it won't have any binding force.

If they break the contract, nothing will happen to you.

Therefore, in this primordial land.

It's not a place for subtlety or tactful communication.

The most typical example is that scoundrel Hongyun.

In Zixiao Palace, it was just a polite remark, but Zhunti caused him to miss out on the holy throne.

You have principles and value harmony.

But others may not necessarily have that kind of manners!

Why would you gamble on someone else's character when you're already at a disadvantage?

Haotian had no such intentions.

After pondering for a moment, Haotian said calmly, "Do you think I shouldn't do this, fellow Daoist?"

Some time ago, several sages went to the Heavenly Court and made outrageous remarks.

I did not back down in the slightest.

Fellow Daoist, there shouldn't be any sages restraining you in this underworld, right?

Under such circumstances, fellow Daoist actually...

Before Haotian could finish speaking, Lady Pingxin said in a deep voice, "If you have come here merely to mock me, then..."

"Then you have achieved your goal, fellow Daoist, and you may now depart."

Haotian felt a sense of helplessness upon hearing this.

Are cultivators these days so fragile in their Dao hearts?

I was just telling the truth, and they turned on me.

The same applies to the six saints mentioned earlier, including their disciples.

I simply told them the truth, and they immediately broke down.

First, Guang Chengzi provided direct support, and then Yuanshi Tianzun took direct action.

Fortunately, I have excellent mental fortitude; otherwise, it would have been me whose Dao heart would have shattered.

Thinking of this, Haotian shook his head and said, "Fellow Daoist, perhaps you have misunderstood something."

As I just said, the purpose of my visit is to resolve this matter.

Things have come to this point, and if the underworld continues to be in chaos...

This is not just a matter for fellow Daoists.

Whether other forces have intervened in the underworld is another matter.

The effects of the chaos and entanglement of cause and effect in the underworld are something even I, the Heavenly Emperor, cannot avoid.

So fellow Daoist, don't try to fob me off with something like "it has nothing to do with me."

To put it bluntly, I'm here to solve the problem.

Hearing Haotian's words, Consort Pingxin suppressed her dissatisfaction.

He slowly opened his mouth and said, "Then please share your insightful opinion, fellow Daoist!"

However, Haotian shook his head slightly upon hearing this.

Are you kidding me?

Conditions and benefits.

You want me to reveal my solution without even discussing anything?

Do you really think I'm running a charity?

This time, we absolutely have to secure the "naming rights" for the underworld.

At the very least, I must first brand the Underworld with my Haotian's mark.

If possible, it would be best to further extend one's authority in the underworld.

We must strive for the well-being of all people, but we cannot abandon our own interests either.

Moreover, if things proceeded according to her own plan, it would be Pingxin and the Wu clan who would benefit.

It doesn't make sense that Haotian wouldn't get any benefits at all, right?

After thinking it over, Haotian said, "Fellow Daoist, it's a bit of a shame to say that."

I am indeed the Heavenly Emperor.

But do you think it's appropriate for me to solve problems for the underworld for no reason?

Although I hold the title of Heavenly Emperor, this place is the Underworld.

Ultimately, it's still you, fellow Daoist, who's in control.

As Haotian finished speaking, Consort Pingxin thought to herself, "Here they come."

Haotian is about to make demands.

I knew this guy wasn't so kind.

There's no way to get it from him for free.

really.

The primordial world was a giant melting pot.

How long has Haotian been out of Zixiao Palace?

At most, it would only cost a few dozen yuan.

Moreover, during these dozens of Yuanhui, Haotian usually stayed in the Heavenly Court and rarely ventured into other parts of the prehistoric world.

Even under such circumstances, Haotian could still become a cunning and treacherous person.

The hearts of cultivators have lost their ancient virtues!

However, Haotian was in no mood to care about Consort Pingxin's thoughts.

This is the best opportunity to fight for your own interests.

From now on, I will be able to decide one-third of my say in the prehistoric world.

After a moment's consideration, Haotian said, "Since you've brought it up, I'll tell you my intentions."

First, the underworld will be brought under the jurisdiction of the Heavenly Court from now on.

Of course, all you need to do is obey my orders.

Fellow Daoist, do you have any objections to this?

Upon hearing Haotian's words, Consort Pingxin immediately frowned slightly.

"I can accept the underworld being brought under the jurisdiction of the Heavenly Court."

However, to make the underworld obey your orders, we need to clarify this matter first.

I must remain in the underworld to oversee matters concerning the underworld.

"This seat and all the cultivators of the Underworld can only choose to execute this under certain conditions."

Upon hearing this, Haotian couldn't help but ponder it to himself.

Conditional execution?

Still want to choose?

If we don't clarify things beforehand, we risk creating a force that won't listen to either "mediation" or "propaganda."

Then all of Haotian's "hard work" would be for nothing.

After pondering for a moment, Haotian said, "I can agree to your conditions, fellow Daoist, with conditions."

How about this?

There are two prerequisites for me to mobilize the power of the underworld.

First, to conquer the souls of the dead in other parts of the primordial wilderness.

Secondly, the Heavenly Court is facing a major crisis and needs to draw upon the power of the Underworld.

Under these two conditions, the underworld must not disobey my orders.

What do you think, fellow Daoist?

After hearing Haotian's words, Lady Pingxin pondered for a moment.

"That's fine too!"

Let's settle on the first condition.

Seeing that Lady Pingxin had agreed to the first condition, Haotian continued, "Secondly, the specific affairs of the Underworld shall be handled by you, fellow Daoist."

However, I have the right to reject unreasonable requests or certain unreasonable appointments.

Simply put, fellow Daoist submits an application, and I, the Emperor, approve it.

Therefore, fellow Daoist, please think carefully before submitting your application.

"To avoid being rejected too many times and people thinking I'm deliberately nitpicking."

However, upon hearing these words, Consort Pingxin's eyebrows immediately furrowed.

"impossible!

This is a condition I cannot agree to.

"If I grant you this condition, wouldn't the Underworld be entirely under your control?"

After hearing this, Haotian shook his head and said, "Fellow Daoist may not have noticed the first half of my words."

As I have said, the specific affairs of the underworld shall still be under your control.

I generally don't interfere.

The appointment of clergy can also be made through recommendations from fellow believers.

I will consider all factors, including whether the cultivator recommended by you is suitable, before making a decision.

As for which cultivators to recommend, that's your business.

Now that the underworld is under my control.

I must know which cultivator holds the divine office under my command, right?

Otherwise, if I don't even know who the gods under my command are, wouldn't I, the Heavenly Emperor, become a laughing stock?