At this moment, news came from the Lower Realm that Sheji Ancient Immortal requested an audience with 'Daoist Monarch Qingxia'!
"Sheji Ancient Immortal?"
'Daoist Monarch Qing Qingxia' had a look of intrigue; this was an Ancient Immortal under her command with great potential.
The time of attaining enlightenment was long, even longer than hers.
But without special circumstances, the Sheji Ancient Immortal usually wouldn't contact her. The last time he entered the Celestial Realm was to congratulate her on her promotion to Daoist Monarch.
She nodded slightly towards the Divine Maiden guard beside her.
Moments later, above the center of the grand Immortal Realm, a section of Nine-Colored Pool Water rose into the air, transforming instantly into a circular mirror.
Sheji Ancient Immortal, clad in a golden Emperor's Robe and Noble Garb, bowed slightly with a respectful expression.
"Subordinate Ji Xiuting pays respects to the Grand True Monarch Lantai!"
'Daoist Monarch Qingxia' glanced at the Sheji Ancient Immortal. She was the master of the Gold and Silver Platform of the Immortal Realm, overseeing the incense and intelligence routes of the Jasper Pool to various realms, holding a high position, greatly valued by the Yaochi Saint Mother.
The Gold and Silver Platform, also known as the Jade Moon Platform or Lantai Pavilion, is respectfully titled with the Immortal Official Position 'Daoist Monarch Qingxia' as "Daoist Monarch Lantai," which is remarkably appropriate.
'Daoist Monarch Qingxia' smiled slightly, waving her sleeve.
"Go ahead, what's the matter?"
The Sheji Ancient Immortal then immediately expressed his 'affliction'.
"Daoist Monarch, recently, I encountered a strange event; I stumbled into a struggle for Divine Dao Authority..."
Upon hearing this, 'Daoist Monarch Qingxia' focused her gaze on the 'Sheji Ancient Immortal', frowning.
"Your Sheji Emperor's Authority was established tens of thousands of years ago, and I'm familiar with the circumstances in the depths of that Great Realm where you are located. The Sheji Divine Dao you established has formed an alliance with the Immortals. If a new Sheji Emperor were to rise, it would be unless..."
'Daoist Monarch Qingxia' observed with a calm expression, glancing at the 'Sheji Ancient Immortal' without revealing her thoughts.
"Could it be that someone has obtained some Innate Origin Divine Object or gained some Ancient Emperor's Divine Position?"
Sheji Ancient Immortal looked troubled, smiling wryly.
"The specific situation is unclear to me; however, the earlier this misfortune is inferred, the sooner I can gain the upper hand!"
"Therefore, I wish to ask the Daoist Monarch for assistance in making the inference…"
He bowed slightly, though a strange look lingered deep in his eyes.
Actually, upon the emergence of Sheji Emperor, he vaguely felt he had discerned the true identity of the opponent.
This could be checked easily.
The issue was that Zhang Jian had a powerful backer, and he dared not make any move.
Not only 'Daoist Monarch Qingxia', but another ancient Great Divine Ability User also stood behind Zhang Jian.
Ancient Saint King, King Xia Yu.
That Ancient Saint King held an esteemed position.
Zhang Jian is also a core disciple of the other, if there's any 'misbehavior', it might invite great trouble.
'Daoist Monarch Qingxia' maintained a serene gaze, slightly aware of Sheji Ancient Immortal's apprehension and probing.
She had information on the identities and backgrounds of those below who were making offerings.
As Daoist Monarch Lantai, she controlled intelligence and incense across all realms, thus it wasn't hard to discern the foundation of the other party with some effort.
At the same time, 'Daoist Monarch Qingxia' gestured slightly, acting as though she was making a thorough inference.
Moments later, 'Daoist Monarch Qingxia' smiled calmly.
"I've already understood the origin and background of that person; how do you plan to handle it?"
Sheji Ancient Immortal folded his arms, solemnly saying.
"Exalted One, what are your instructions?!"
Hearing Sheji Ancient Immortal put it that way, 'Daoist Monarch Qingxia' could confirm that Sheji Ancient Immortal surely knew Zhang Jian's identity!
Sheji Ancient Immortal was smart.
He must have seen the Golden Body Dharma Aspect that belonged to her in the Zhang Family Ancestral Hall.
She looked at Sheji Ancient Immortal with a hint of appreciation in her eyes.
She said.
"Logically, if a Divine Dao Emperor were born within this Great Realm with authority close to your Lifebound Emperor's Authority, you can make an exception, not adhering to Divine Dao rules, taking action freely!"
"However, the newly-born Divine Dao Emperor has an unusual origin, and I won't hide it; it's a bloodline of an Ancient Emperor, and you cannot touch it!"
"For now, you need not pay it any mind. In the future, it won't be your enemy, but may become your lucky star!"
Upon hearing this, Sheji Ancient Immortal's gaze shifted.
An Ancient Emperor's bloodline?
Which Ancient Saint King's bloodline could this be?
However, there are many descendants of Ancient Saint Kings; in the depths of this Great Realm, there are at least hundreds, if not thousands, so it's presumably not that exceptional, is it?
Yet, he still said: "I will follow the Daoist Monarch's instructions!"
Having received the stance from 'Daoist Monarch Qingxia', it was to achieve his purpose.
The Nine-Colored Pool Water rippled, then suddenly vanished once more.
'Daoist Monarch Qingxia' watched the fading silhouette of Sheji Ancient Immortal, her eyes serene.
...
In Yuhua Province, Zhang Jian and his three companions were given a grand reception by the Thousand Dragons Sect.
The Thousand Dragons Sect was originally a subordinate force of the Tongshan Daoist Lineage, and this Great Xia Emperor, renowned within Tongshan Dao Lineage, had personally come, so naturally, they couldn't miss the opportunity to make the acquaintance.
Zhang Jian himself intended to win over the Thousand Dragons Sect, even wanting to gather this vassal force for Great Xia's use.
With the new establishment of the Great Xia Kingdom, along with the reclamation of the old Beichu territories, manpower was sorely needed.
If he could gain the 'support' of the disciples from the Thousand Dragons Sect, it would be excellent.
However, his intention to obtain information on other 'strangeness' from the Thousand Dragons Sect didn't fulfill.
Nevertheless, Zhang Jian wasn't surprised.
Without success there, he didn't press it.
Should he need more, he could also head to places like the Mountain and Sea Tower or Treasure Tower to investigate further.
...
A day later, Zhang Jian, along with Empress Qi, Empress Bai, and Zhang Zhao, started heading back towards the Great Xia.
With the Secret Technique of Yellow Court Blessed Land anchoring the spatial position, his speed was quite swift.
Several days later, he returned to Haojing City.
Within Haojing City, the National Fortune Dragon Qi grew stronger by the day.
Dragons circled the sky, complementing the newly established Nine Tripods Barrier, fortifying its defenses with each passing day.
As they returned to Great Xia's lands, Zhang Jian also felt his Divine Dao Emperor's Position seemingly bolstered immensely, enveloped by a magnificent, mysterious force. He could, with a single thought, control the Great Xia territory.
Zhang Jian refocused his attention back onto the Lifebound Immortal Technique, "Map of Mountains and Rivers."
Having attained the Divine Dao Emperor's Position, with his grasp of Sheji Emperor's Authority, he could continue evolving this Daoist Technique.
Additionally, there was the Small Heavenly Reincarnation Technique concerning life and death and the Netherworld domain.
On the King Jun Golden Man, there was also a transcendental immortal technique embodying life and death and reincarnation mysteries.
That was also the key allowing the residual spirit of the King Jun Golden Man to revive.
This technique is called the "Nine Nether Corpse Transformation"!
Successfully cultivating it grants multiple life-saving abilities.
Even at the brink of death, one can achieve renewal through metamorphosis.
Even should the Primordial Spirit shatter into countless fragments, activating this technique offers a sliver of chance to return anew.
Meanwhile, after witnessing Tongshan Dao Lineage's grand ceremony, Bai Liying and Zhang Zhao's enthusiasm for cultivation grew more fervent.
The entire Great Xia Dynasty entered a period of rapid development.
And just as Zhang Jian was wholeheartedly merging Daoist techniques.
Zhao Cheng, who had been wandering outside, brought him good news.