After the Skyfall

Chapter 862 The Kingdom of Crimson Gold
At this moment, the high priests of various tribes and the warriors of the Divine Blood from within a thousand miles of Chijin Mountain gathered in Chishan City, making the already prosperous city even more lively.

Fortunately, the Taoist masters who remained in Chishan City used their Taoist arts to change the landscape, fill in the valleys, and expand the city, which is why so many people were able to flood in at the same time.

"I never expected that Chijin Mountain would undergo such a big change. I've been here before. Back then, the mountain lord was Huo Huo. I remember selling a few rare beasts here in exchange for some gold to return to the tribe."

"The fire should have been extinguished from Crimson Gold Mountain long ago. If this land were not so barren and unable to produce any powerful warriors, how could a mere 30th Lord have defended the Crimson Gold Mountain Range? Now that a god has emerged from Crimson Gold Mountain, with the protection of a god, this place will usher in a long period of peace in the future."

A tribal chief expressed his feelings, while also looking forward to a bright future.

Many tribes actually do not want war or conflict, but this is the only way to survive on this ancient land. They either plunder each other to expand their territory and fight for more living space, or they are defeated and annexed by the other side, and their people eventually become slaves.

Only the birth of a god could stop this from happening, because the warriors of this barbaric world all worship the strong.

Therefore, many people longed for the God of Chijin Mountain, Da Yi, to establish the Chijin Kingdom.

But the birth of a god is too difficult, especially near Mount Chijin.

The only tribe that could hope to produce a god was the Divine Wood lineage of Divine Wood City. However, many tribal chiefs and high priests did not want to see this happen, because the Divine Wood lineage had been thriving in this land for a long time. Their divine blood warriors were domineering and arrogant, scorching all the nearby tribes like a blazing sun.

If another god were to emerge from the Shenmu lineage, many tribes would have to consider whether to relocate.

They cannot accept that the Shenmu lineage will prosper for another ten thousand years.

Therefore, after the God of Chijin Mountain, Da Yi, became a local god, all the tribal chiefs actively came to this place. They wanted to meet the local god and understand how this new god planned to rule this vast country.

"I heard that after the defeat and death of the Divine Tree Lord, the warriors of the Divine Tree lineage fled to the Kingdom of Youfeng, hoping to receive the protection of the Kingdom of Youfeng and avoid the wrath of the Crimson Gold Mountain God."

"There is also a god in the Kingdom of Youfeng. It was a wise decision for the Shenmu lineage to enter the Kingdom of Youfeng. However, they abandoned the Shenmu and their homeland. It will be difficult for them to return in the future. They have lived a comfortable life for too long. They occupy a large city, but they only have one Lord of the Hundred Mountains. If my tribe could enjoy all of this, perhaps a god would have been born long ago."

The high priests of many tribes gathered together and discussed among themselves.

suddenly.

Suddenly, thunder roared in the distant sky, and streaks of lightning intertwined to form an undeniable bolt of lightning. Within that bolt of lightning, a giant a hundred feet tall appeared in everyone's sight, stepping on white clouds amidst the flashes of lightning and thunder.

Even before they got close, an immense pressure swept over them, causing even the strongest warriors in each tribe to tremble.

"Here he comes, the Lord of Red Mountain, the God of Thunder, Da Yi, he's walking this way."

"The god who is said to have shot down ten suns in a single day has finally come into my sight today."

"I have seen the gods of the Wind Kingdom travel and stir up endless gales, but this is the first time I have seen the power of thunder appear on this ancient land."

"Of course. Legend has it that the God of Thunder perished in the Northern Wilderness, and his divine bloodline was cut off after that. Now, the Great Yi has restored the glory of its ancestors. This is a legend."

"Big Easy, Big Easy"

Discussions, exclamations, cheers—a cacophony of voices echoed across the entire Crimson Gold Mountain Range.

Everyone was waiting for the arrival of the Crimson Gold Mountain God, Da Yi.

The cultivators in the mountains were equally astonished to see Li Yi, a hundred feet tall, striding towards them like a god, riding on clouds and shrouded in lightning, for this power was truly terrifying.

This earth-shaking power is unmatched even by those at the Great Perfection of the Three Flowers Realm; perhaps only those who have attained the Dao can rival a god.

But in the entire Dharma-ending Age of cultivation, how many people have actually attained enlightenment?
Moreover, Taiyi is too young and has unlimited potential for the future. Even proud and arrogant cultivation masters are now convinced by such a crossover.

"Lord, you have returned."

High Priest Dou Kun, along with E Ji, Su Ji, the warrior Shang Guo, and the tamed beast Qiu Niu, were already waiting at the city lord's mansion to greet them.

Everyone was very excited, and the strange beast Qiuniu even lay prostrate on the ground, showing a fawning expression.

For following a particular god is an honor for them for life.

With the arrival of lightning and thunder, Li Yi strode into Crimson Gold Mountain. As the auspicious cloud descended, his size rapidly shrank from a hundred feet tall. By the time the auspicious cloud landed in the city lord's mansion, he had returned to normal height, even shorter than the two or three-meter-tall warriors of this world.

"host."

High Priest Dou Kun, E Ji, Su Ji, and Shan Guo respectfully paid their respects.

“Summon the high priests and tribal chiefs of each tribe to the city lord’s mansion. It’s time to deal with these matters,” Li Yi said.

"My lord, I will immediately inform all the high priests and chieftains of the tribes to come here." After receiving the order, High Priest Dou Kun immediately turned and left.

Soon, many tribal chiefs and high priests, guided by Dou Kun, arrived at the great hall.

Although the city lord's mansion built by the previous Lord of Crimson Gold Mountain was large enough, it still couldn't accommodate so many people. Some tribal chiefs and high priests could only stand in front of the main hall.

However, they still saw the Great Yi, the Crimson Gold Mountain God.

He was sitting on a cloud, his posture was relaxed, and two beautiful women were kneeling beside him. He looked completely different from his previous domineering and powerful demeanor, and instead had an inexplicable sense of languor.

"Greetings to the God of Red Mountain."

The tribal chiefs and high priests all bowed to the Great Yi above the white clouds to show their respect.

Sitting on the auspicious cloud, Li Yi's gaze swept over these people. He was quite satisfied with the strength of these tribal chiefs, who were all at the mountain lord level. Although the area around the Crimson Gold Mountains was not particularly rich, it was much better than the Northern Wilderness, and a group of powerful warriors could still emerge from there.

"Chiefs and High Priests, I am not your master, so there's no need for such formalities," Li Yi said slowly. "Furthermore, I already know the purpose of your visit to Crimson Gold Mountain. Do you wish to join the Crimson Gold Kingdom?"

“Yes, God of Red Mountain, you are already a god. According to tradition, when you establish a kingdom that spans a thousand miles, all the tribes on this land will become your citizens,” a high priest of a tribe immediately said respectfully.

"I am the chieftain of the Shishan tribe. I am willing to acknowledge the God of Chishan as my master and lead all the warriors of the tribe to serve the God of Chishan. I beg the God of Chishan to grant me permission." A chieftain of a smaller tribe knelt down directly to show his loyalty.

"We beg the God of Red Mountain to protect us, and I am willing to become your servant." The chieftains of the other tribes also knelt down.

"Great God of Red Mountain, please slay the evil dragon of the Great Swamp and save our Fengshui tribe." Some tribal chiefs also came here seeking Li Yi's help.

Various sounds mingled in the main hall, creating a somewhat chaotic scene.

"Quiet."

With a shout from Li Yi, lightning crackled across the sky, as if representing the wrath of a god, ready to strike and destroy everyone in the hall.

Overwhelmed by this divine power, all the tribal chiefs and high priests fell silent, immediately kneeling down and daring not to move.

Li Yi's expression remained calm as he slowly spoke, "I already know why you've come. Now that I've become a god, I will naturally establish a vast kingdom to protect your various tribes, as is tradition. But I also have conditions. I'll tell you, and you can listen. If you can accept them, then make a promise of loyalty. If you can't accept them, then leave. I will not obstruct you, nor will I retaliate. I make this promise to you in the name of a god."

Hearing this, everyone relaxed a little.

At least I won't die here for no reason.

A promise from a god must be credible.

Li Yi thought for a moment. Although he hadn't read many books, he knew the story of the Three Rules of Law. When managing this group of primitive people, the fewer rules the better, because they wouldn't remember them if there were too many.

"After I established the Kingdom of a Thousand Miles, the first rule was that tribes within the Thousand Miles were not allowed to attack or plunder each other. If they violated this rule, the tribe that attacked first would suffer the wrath of thunder."

Upon hearing this rule, many tribal chiefs became excited.

This is exactly what they've been waiting for. The establishment of this rule means that a long period of peace will follow.

"The second rule is that all tribes within the Crimson Gold Kingdom must send their strongest warriors to serve me." Li Yi continued, "Court chiefs, can the High Priest fulfill this obligation?"

None of the tribal chiefs or high priests objected upon hearing this; they considered it a perfectly normal thing to do, and even felt that they should send more tribal warriors into Crimson Gold Mountain.

Only in this way can we better secure sufficient benefits and status for the tribe in the future.

“Since there are no objections, then the third rule is that no tribe may betray the Crimson Gold Kingdom; otherwise, all tribesmen will be regarded as traitors and suffer destruction at the hands of a god,” Li Yi said again.

The requirement for all tribes to pledge allegiance was a basic rule, not strict, and no one objected.

Li Yi said, "As the God of Crimson Gold Mountain, I have only set these three rules. As a gift, I will protect all tribes within the Crimson Gold Kingdom. If your tribe encounters a crisis that you cannot cope with, you can come to Crimson Gold City for help."

"Lord, should we collect the offerings from the various tribes?" At this moment, High Priest Dou Kun reminded him.

According to tradition, each local deity needs to collect offerings from each tribe in order to maintain the prosperity of the Red Gold Kingdom.

Li Yi waved his hand and said, "I will not accept any offerings from your tribe. This promise will remain valid as long as I live."

He knew the importance of collecting taxes, but the world was too rich in resources. He wouldn't focus on the meager gains of these tribes. If resources were truly scarce, he would only defeat powerful enemies and plunder them.

Moreover, Li Yi has already taken away their tribe's most precious possession: their most powerful warrior.

"Thank you for the mercy of the God of Red Mountain!" The tribal chiefs and high priests were deeply moved.

(End of this chapter)