In reality, Hao Tian was quite clear-headed now. After all, he was in the imperial court, where everyone nominally obeyed him, but in practice, the Four Great Emperor Lords still held the reins. No matter what he discussed, the Four Great Emperor Lords always considered the interests of the Three Sects, and his proposals were rarely approved. Moreover, he was merely a quasi-sage of luck, and among quasi-sages, he was at the bottom!
However, if he were to undergo tribulation and experience immeasurable kalpas, his aptitude and roots would be sublimated. Coupled with becoming the Heavenly Emperor, he would be recognized by seniority. With the current auspiciousness of the flourishing Heavenly Court, he might be able to become a late-stage quasi-sage, instead of being stuck in the early stage, making no progress!
As for the worries of Tai Bai Jin Xing, Hao Tian felt they were completely unnecessary, because nowadays, not many people were willing to listen to him anyway, so it made no difference!
What frustrated Hao Tian the most was that Tai Qing Lao Zi had taken the Investiture of the Gods list and bestowed insignificant divine positions upon those who died in battle in his Heavenly Court, as well as beings from the Asura Dao and the Western lands. Meanwhile, the people from the Three Sects were given high positions. How could Wen Zhong be in charge of the Department of Thunder?
Not only that, but there were also a bunch of individuals who had achieved sainthood through their physical bodies. This was infuriating!
A large portion of the Investiture of the Gods list was for deification through physical bodies. Could you believe it? This was completely contrary to Hao Tian's intentions. Now, Hao Tian felt he was almost foolishly stubborn. Back then, when the Three Sects signed the Investiture of the Gods list, why did he have to stir up trouble? Now he had a bunch of masters to serve!
What's more, Kong Xuan was actually a quasi-sage. With the Five-Colored Divine Light, he would likely be instantly defeated. Therefore, he planned to first improve his cultivation before anything else, otherwise, he wouldn't have the confidence!
Tai Bai Jin Xing's eyes had already twitched and cramped. What was this imbecile Hao Tian doing? He had given so many signals, was he pretending not to see them? You can't just give up on treatment, we can still be saved!
If you give up on treatment, what will happen to us? We don't want to suffer with you! If you're going to give up, do it quickly, damn it, aren't you setting us up now!
At this moment, Tai Bai Jin Xing was cursing Hao Tian to the heavens!
"Since His Majesty Hao Tian wishes to go through tribulation, then go. Rest assured, we will manage the Heavenly Court well!" Di Xin said after pondering for a moment. Indeed, managing a dynasty was his specialty!
"That's right, His Majesty Hao Tian, go through your tribulation and don't worry, you don't have to rush back!" Kong Xuan also said with a chuckle!
Hao Tian's face turned ashen. These two fellows were major troublemakers in the Heavenly Court. What did they mean by "don't worry"? Damn it, I will come back! Don't get smug. When I achieve late-stage quasi-sage or even sainthood through luck, I'll beat you to death!
After mentally cursing Di Xin and Kong Xuan, Hao Tian dispersed the court with a dark face!
Tai Bai Jin Xing anxiously followed.
Once they arrived at the back hall, Tai Bai Jin Xing said, "Your Majesty, isn't this decision too hasty? Moreover, the Heavenly Court has just been newly established. If Your Majesty goes through tribulation at this time, you will truly have no authority!"
Hao Tian felt utterly exhausted. With such subordinates, when could he ever rise to prominence?
"Tai Bai, do I have any authority right now?" Hao Tian said languidly!
Tai Bai Jin Xian was stunned and speechless.
This was true, wasn't it!
But shouldn't you try to recruit more people now? Once they've all been recruited, what will be left for us?
"Alright, I have my own plans. The Great Desolation World, in the final analysis, is about strength. Once I return from tribulation, I can achieve late-stage quasi-sage through the Heavenly Court's luck. That will be the time to contend with them!" Hao Tian said with great weariness!
Tai Bai Jin Xing sighed. He was also exhausted!
Finally, Tai Bai Jin Xing took his leave.
Hao Tian tidied up and went to undergo tribulation.
Everything proceeded through normal channels, but when it reached the Emperor of Fengdu for approval, some tricks were played. Hao Tian wanted to accumulate experience this way? Heh, you have to ask if I agree!
Hao Tian, who was now reincarnated in the Three Thousand Minor Worlds, had no idea that the Emperor of Fengdu had tampered with his plans!
At this moment, in the Zi Wei Star Palace, the Four Great Emperor Lords were drinking. Kong Xuan chuckled and said, "This Hao Tian actually thinks of undergoing tribulation to accumulate experience. I must say, it's a good idea, but to try and gather luck and increase his cultivation this way is a pipe dream!"
"Indeed, my master's evil corpse is the Emperor of Fengdu. How could we let Hao Tian have his way?" Di Xin also said with a smile!
Guang Cheng Zi and Nan Ji Xian Weng exchanged glances and said nothing. They were often just bystanders, mainly providing support for Di Xin. As for power struggles, they were best left to Di Xin, as he was the professional!
"Speaking of which, since becoming the Gou Chen Great Emperor, I feel my luck has soared, and I'm already showing signs of severing the second corpse!" Kong Xuan said, smacking his lips.
Guang Cheng Zi also said at this time, "Indeed, my cultivation has also been rapidly progressing recently!"
"When I reach the mid-stage quasi-sage, I plan to go to the West and settle some scores!" Kong Xuan grumbled!
Mentioning the West, Guang Cheng Zi's expression also turned grim. This time, their Chan Sect had suffered heavy losses, with up to five individuals betraying the sect! One of the Twelve Golden Immortals had died, and now Huang Long Zhen Ren had been conferred the title of Central Yuan Ling Yuan Lao Huang Di Jun, one of the Five Great Elders.
He also held a respected position, which was not in vain for the camaraderie of the Chan Sect!
"Martial Uncle, I heard from my master that the West is flourishing. Moreover, a new kalpa is about to begin. At that time, we might be able to make some plans!" Di Xin suddenly said. He hadn't understood these matters before, but Xuan Du had been teaching him, and with a Saint ancestor occasionally offering guidance, Di Xin was now very sensitive to these matters!
"Hmph, why should the West flourish!" Kong Xuan complained indignantly!
"Alas, there are two reasons. One is that when Ancestor Hong Jun battled the Demon Ancestor, he blew up the Western land veins. Although it granted two Saint positions to the West, it wasn't enough. Furthermore, with this current kalpa, the West has taken in many talented individuals and created their own Buddhist sect, leading to long-lasting luck, and thus flourishing!" Di Xin explained articulately.
Kong Xuan was speechless. After a while, he mumbled, "This time the Two Sages of the West blew up the Great Desolation Continent, what do you say about that?"
Di Xin shook his head. He really didn't know about that. One thing was one thing! This might even become a kalpa in the future!
"Nephew, since they are flourishing in the West, they will surely plan to expand into the East. We might be able to try and hinder them!" Nan Ji Xian Weng immediately said!
Di Xin shook his head and said, "Now that the Saints are not intervening, the great trend of the Heavenly Dao cannot be changed. If the West is truly to flourish, we cannot change the general trend, but we can try with the minor trends!"
Nan Ji Xian Weng nodded upon hearing this and said no more.