I am a boss in the world of nine uncles

"Your Majesty, there are four True Immortals: Yun Zhongzi, the True Immortal of Fortune and Virtue from Yuzhu Cave in Zhongnan Mountain; Manjushri, the Heavenly Venerable of Vast Dharma from Yunxiao Cave in Wulong Mountain; Samantabhadra, the True Man of Baihe Cave in Jiugong Mountain; and Cihang Daoist from Luojia Cave in Putuo Mountain. There are also eight other fairies, fairy maidens, and immortals in total," Shen Gongbao said confidently.

Qin Yao was surprised.

He knew Shen Gongbao wouldn't dare to fool him, but he never imagined that this fellow could actually invite the Four Great Immortals.

From this perspective, the changes I brought about have greatly improved Shen Gongbao's situation in Yuxu Palace. It's just a pity that this fellow won't think that way, much less be grateful for it.

“Good. If the gathering of immortals can begin and end smoothly today, I will appoint you as the Grand Preceptor of the Yin Shang Dynasty, with a rank comparable to the Three Dukes.”

Upon hearing this, Shen Gongbao's eyes widened suddenly: "Your Majesty, is this really true?"

Qin Yao smiled and said, "A ruler's word is his bond."

Shen Gongbao was overjoyed and couldn't wait to receive this honor.

In fact, he is quite contradictory and complex.

On the one hand, he always kept his mission in mind. On the other hand, he longed to gain even greater power and status from King Zhou, a typical case of wanting both, or even wanting both.

After all, he had secretly invested in Ji Chang's initial shares.

In the blink of an eye.

Midday on the moon.

A cloud of immortals descended from the starry sky, and at the head of the cloud were four people, who should be the Four Great Immortals, followed by eight people, both men and women, all of whom were Shen Gongbao's friends.

"Greetings, everyone," Qin Yao said with a smile.

"Greetings, Your Majesty! We bow in reverence!" the twelve immortals said in unison, but none of them bent down.

Behind Qin Yao, several elders of the imperial clan, including Bigan, frowned.

These gods and immortals are so arrogant, refusing to bow to human kings.

Could it be that they are not human, but rather spirits who have cultivated themselves?

However, since the king didn't say anything about it, they were even less inclined to speak up, lest they offend both sides.

"Your Majesty, let me introduce you," Shen Gongbao said eagerly, his mind set on the position of Imperial Advisor.

Qin Yao nodded: "Okay."

As Shen Gongbao introduced them one by one, the Twelve Immortals' attention was not entirely on Qin Yao. The four True Immortals among them frequently glanced at Daji, making her heart clench.

If these people hadn't been invited by Shen Gongbao, she wouldn't have dared to show her face at all.

I fear encountering a vicious Taoist immortal who kills demons on sight, only to needlessly bring trouble upon myself...

"Your presence at the Deer Terrace for this banquet is an honor not only for Daoist Shen but also for me, Emperor Xin."

After the introductions were finished, Qin Yao said with a smile, "Please take your seats, everyone. Prime Minister, elder brother, and Uncle Wang, please serve as our banquet attendants to entertain the Twelve Immortals."

Bigan, Weizi, and Jizi all agreed.

As for the Twelve Immortals, they felt flattered and overwhelmed upon hearing King Zhou address them in these three ways.

Putting everything else aside, in terms of respect, the other party truly went to the extreme.

They neither lowered themselves to the status of a king nor did they belittle them in any way.

Then, after everyone took their seats, the three sages of the imperial clan each held a golden pot and moved among the twelve immortals.

Each person at each table was offered a cup of wine, and the words were full of respect and friendliness, which greatly increased the twelve immortals' goodwill towards him, and at the same time made them more pleasing to the eye towards King Zhou.

This King of Men is actually quite good...

After a few rounds of drinks, the atmosphere between the two parties became increasingly harmonious.

In the crowd, Yun Zhongzi glanced at Su Daji again and suddenly asked, "Your Majesty, I recently acquired a simple poem. Would you be so kind as to offer some guidance?"

Qin Yao raised his hand and said, "Please speak, Immortal Master."

Yun Zhongzi chanted: "Beauty and allure are most seductive, secretly invading flesh and bone and destroying the spirit. If one knew that this was a demon, there would be many immortal bodies in the world."

Upon hearing this, Su Daji's expression changed drastically, and she quietly clenched her fists.

This poem is really quite simple.

They were practically pointing their fingers at her and calling her a vixen.

Shen Gongbao's heart skipped a beat, and he quickly said, "Your Majesty, please don't misunderstand. Senior Brother Yun Zhongzi didn't mean that there are evil spirits in the palace."

Yun Zhongzi glanced at him.

This statement alone reveals that the fox demon must have some connection to it, which explains why it dares to appear so openly.

Qin Yao laughed and said, "I understand, I understand everything. However, I believe that demons are just like humans. There are good and bad people among humans, and there are good and bad demons among demons. Humans are not necessarily incapable of harming others, and demons are not necessarily incapable of harming others."

These words, spoken like a tongue twister, sent a jolt through Daji, or rather, through the soul of Hu Xian'er within Daji.

So he knew all along!

Yes.

Others may not know his level of cultivation, but he himself knows it perfectly well.

Given his level of cultivation, it's impossible that he wouldn't have noticed anything for so long.

Yun Zhongzi seemed to be deep in thought, then smiled and said, "Your Majesty, I have learned a lot."

He had intended to give the newly forged Giant Sword to the other party as a way of repaying the favor of the banquet.

In retrospect, there is no need for it.

It was the fourth watch of the night.

As the moon disappeared and the banquet drew to a close, Qin Yao, along with the three royal sages, Jiang Ziya, Shen Gongbao, Daji, and others, saw off the immortals. The guests and hosts enjoyed themselves, and some minor friendships were established as a result.

These seemingly insignificant relationships are actually small variables. When enough variables come together, Qin Yao believes he can definitely change the course of events!
"Your Majesty, tonight, let me serve you in bed."

On the eve of dawn, after returning from Lutai to Shouxian Palace, Daji suddenly made a suggestion.

Qin Yao shook his head: "What's your name?"

Daji paused slightly and said, "My name is Hu Xian'er."

"Xian'er, did the Goddess Nuwa send you?" Qin Yao pressed.

Daji was startled again: "How did Your Majesty guess that?"

"From what you deduced in the scriptures, it's a cultivation technique from the Xuanyuan lineage. And the relationship between the Three Sovereigns and the Goddess Nuwa is common knowledge," Qin Yao said.

Daji silently licked her lips, her gaze lowered: "Yes."

"Do you know why I'm bringing this up now?" Qin Yao asked earnestly, looking into her eyes.

Daji shook her head: "Please enlighten me, Your Majesty."

"Because I discovered that you had fallen in love, and I was afraid that you would turn your love into hatred, I made it clear to you in advance," Qin Yao said.

Daji's heart skipped a beat: "Does the king not fancy me?"

"No."

Qin Yao said, "There are two reasons. First, I have no interest in personal matters right now, because there is a powerful enemy in the shadows who is ready to destroy the Yin Shang dynasty at any time."

If I'm not mistaken, you must have come for this reason.

Secondly, even the goddess Nuwa might not want us to be together. After all, your mission wasn't to destroy the Shang Dynasty, nor to become a wicked and treacherous empress.

Daji was speechless.

"Furthermore, I know you desire power. How about I bestow upon you the title of Imperial Noble Consort first thing tomorrow morning? Your status will be second only to the Empress, yet you will not be subject to the Empress's jurisdiction," Qin Yao said again.

Daji sighed softly to herself and bowed, saying, "Thank you, Your Majesty..."

The next day.

Breaking with convention, Qin Yao personally attended the court assembly and announced two appointments.

First, Shen Gongbao was appointed as the Grand Preceptor of the Shang Dynasty, a position equivalent to the Three Dukes. Second, Su Daji was appointed as an Imperial Noble Consort, no longer under the jurisdiction of the Empress.

From this point on, Shen Gongbao's mindset changed once again due to his position as the Grand Preceptor.

He originally believed that he could abandon everything in the Yin Shang dynasty at any time, go to Xiqi, and join Ji Chang.

But now, it's not so easy.

After all, Xiqi could not offer him the position of Grand Preceptor, which was equivalent to the Three Dukes. In fact, his current status was even higher than that of Ji Chang, the Marquis of Xibo!

It seems unlikely that an official would pledge allegiance to a subordinate, unless Ji Chang establishes a state, and then...

Then it seemed there was no way to elevate him any higher, and for a time, he felt both happy and distressed.

Daji got what she wanted, and even kept the jade pipa spirit in the palace, calling her her younger sister.

From then on, apart from her nightly unwavering dual cultivation at the Longevity Immortal Palace, she enjoyed a life of luxury and privilege with the Pipa Spirit.

The undercurrents within Chaoge ceased to surge, while the overall trend outside Chaoge continued its relentless advance.

On this day, Qin Yao, Jiang Ziya, Shen Gongbao, and others all sensed that a celestial star had descended to earth and was being reincarnated.

The difference was that Qin Yao saw where the star had fallen that day.

Jiang Ziya learned where the celestial star had fallen by sending a message through the Jade Void Palace.

As for Shen Gongbao and the others, they only knew about this matter, but did not know the specific location.

It was midday.

Qin Yao personally went to the Censorate and stopped Jiang Ziya, who was about to leave, asking, "Where is the Censor-in-Chief going?"

Jiang Ziya paused slightly and said, "I need to ask for three days' leave. I am ordered to go on a long journey."

Qin Yao didn't ask whose orders they were on, but instead asked, "For the reincarnation of Tianxing?"

Jiang Ziya was taken aback: "Your Majesty also knows about this?"

Qin Yao said, "Last night I dreamed that a celestial star descended to earth and landed in Chentang Pass. I have already sent people there."

Jiang Ziya couldn't help but ask, "What do you mean by sending someone there?"

Qin Yao smiled and said, "Of course, we should teach Tianxing well and nurture him into a general of our Yin Shang Dynasty. Write a letter and send it back to Kunlun."

Jiang Ziya: "..."

Yin Shang general star?

This is completely contrary to what Master said!

Then.

Qin Yao returned to Shouxian Palace from the Censorate and used the One Qi Transforms into Three Pure Ones technique to create the figure of an old man wearing a bamboo hat, a crane cloak, a silk sash, straw sandals, and holding a cane.

After exchanging a smile with the original, he silently accepted the array plate of the Twelve Heavenly Gods and Demons Array and drifted away...

Chentang Pass.

General's Residence.

Li Jing, dressed in military uniform, lingered outside the delivery room with two teenagers, listening to the desperate screams coming from inside, and a layer of sweat gradually appeared on his forehead.

His first two children were perfectly normal, with ten months of pregnancy and delivery. But these three children, on the other hand, lingered in their mother's womb for a full three years and six months. Last night, they couldn't even be born after a whole night of labor, which is really strange.

So much so that he himself often wondered if he was carrying a demon child? After all, what child needs three and a half years of gestation? It was clearly illogical.

at the same time.

An old Taoist priest with his hair in two buns, dressed in Taoist robes, and exuding an air of otherworldly wisdom, flew from the west and headed straight for Chentang Pass.

When he arrived outside Chentang Pass and passed a green mountain, he suddenly saw a precious light shining inside the mountain and abruptly stopped in his tracks.

The brilliance of this treasure and the strength of its fluctuations are simply beyond comprehension.

Could it be a double blessing? Today, he will not only gain a precious disciple, but also a valuable magic weapon?
Thinking of this, even someone as experienced and shrewd as him couldn't help but feel his heart stirred, and he carefully descended the green hill.

But strangely, the light suddenly disappeared after his body landed.

No matter how hard he tried to use his divine sense to search, even digging three feet into the ground, he still couldn't find the source of the precious light.

"Alas... Could it be that we are destined to be apart? There is no crueler thing in this world than this."

As the sun began to set, and Lady Yin was about to give birth to a son, the old Taoist priest was filled with disappointment but had no choice but to take flight.

As for this treasure, let's collect the reincarnation of that spirit pearl first, and then slowly search for it.

Unexpectedly, the moment he took flight, twelve towering divine pillars rose from the ground, forming an endless, overlapping space filled with malevolent energy.

In an instant, time and space twisted and folded, the world became chaotic and unclear, and ominous clouds surged like an inverted sea of ​​blood, a scene that secretly terrified him.

At this point, how could the old Taoist not know that he had fallen into a trap? He immediately soared into the sky, trying to fly out of this evil formation.

No matter how fast he was going or how many miles he ascended, there was still a terrifying, rolling aura of malevolence above his head, and he couldn't escape this space-time at all.

The old Taoist's expression changed slightly as he attempted to escape across realms. However, the laws within this space-time were perfected, and with his strength, he was simply unable to tear through space.

Left with no other choice, he could only say loudly, "I am the Golden Immortal Taiyi Zhenren of the Jade Void Palace of Kunlun Mountain. May I ask which deity set up this formation to trap me? Please show yourself and speak."

The sound roared and carried far, but no one responded at all...

at the same time.

Qin Yao flew over the General's Mansion in his avatar and saw a fleshy ball spinning like a wheel, rushing straight out of the delivery room.

Li Jing was greatly alarmed. He then heard the midwife in the delivery room shouting that it was a monster. So he drew his sword and slashed at her fiercely.

"Freeze!" Qin Yao pointed, and Li Jing was instantly frozen in place.

Sensing his presence, the fleshy ball suddenly flew towards the sky.

Qin Yao smiled slightly and unleashed a beam of divine light with a flick of his sleeve.

The divine light shone down on the fleshy ball, which quickly transformed into a child with a fair complexion, who spoke in human language: "Who are you?"

"I am the Bodhi Patriarch," Qin Yao said, and with a flick of his finger, he released Li Jing from his restraints.

"Bodhi Patriarch?" the child tilted his head and asked, "Why are you helping me?"

Qin Yao laughed and said, "It's only because I am destined to be your master."

The child raised his head and asked, "What skills do you have that make you worthy of being my master?"

Qin Yao said, "I have many abilities, such as summoning wind and rain, going up and down the sky, moving mountains and shifting peaks, being indestructible, living forever, and so on."

The child's eyes lit up slightly, and he said, "How about you move a mountain to show us?"

"Okay."

Qin Yao gazed into the distance, raised his hand, and a barren mountain outside the city was drawn in, suspended above their heads, blocking out the afternoon sun.

Upon seeing this, Li Jing's pupils constricted slightly, and he quickly led his two children to bow and say, "Immortal, please come into our residence for a talk."

Qin Yao lightly waved his sleeve, sending the barren mountain back to its original position, and then carried the child back to the mansion: "General, this humble Taoist bows in gratitude."

Li Jing asked, "May I ask which mountain you cultivate on, immortal? I have never heard of your great name before."

Qin Yao said, "I cultivate in Lingtai Fangcun Mountain, and my cave is called Xieyue Sanxing Cave. It is a secluded place for immortals, so it is normal that you have not heard of it, General."

"Getting back to the point, this child and I have a connection. How about he become my apprentice?"

Li Jing respectfully said, "Of course, but please, immortal, give him a name."

Qin Yao smiled and said, "Nezha."

Mu Zha, standing nearby, said, "My elder brother is called Jin Zha, and I am called Mu Zha. Shouldn't he be called Shui Zha?"

Li Jing turned and glared at him: "What's it to you? Adults are talking, kids shouldn't interrupt!" (End of Chapter)