From the Carp that Brings Children to the Celestial Officials

Chapter 367 Heavenly Commander
The Heavenly Court has many departments, but they are also clearly hierarchical.

The highest divine authority is called the "Heavenly Court," which is jointly composed of the emperors who govern all the heavens and the nine Dao Lords of the Immortal Path. Since there is currently no Heavenly Emperor in the Heavenly Court, all important matters are discussed and decided by these beings.

Because it is supreme and unique, it is also called "One Heaven".

Next is the "Pillar Section," which consists of eight parts, hence the name "Eight Pillars Section."

These are the eight renowned departments: Thunder, Fire, Water, Plague, Fighting, Tai Sui, Smallpox, and Wealth.

At a lower level, there is the Department of Law, which is in charge of regulations, laws, and the investigation of divine mandates, hence it is called the "Ten Paths of Law".

Next is the [Twenty-Four Heavenly Stems], responsible for the operation of heaven and earth and the management of natural functions.

The next category is the "Seventy-Two Mortal Realms," which mainly deals with the rise and fall of human affairs. For example, the "Fertility Department" where You Ming works is one of them.

The lowest rank is 【360 Blessings】, which is the lowest-level divine office in the Heavenly Court. It is responsible for things like temple sacrifices, incense offerings, and blessings, and is closely related to the local deities.

On this day, four bells suddenly rang out from the highest point of the Heavenly Court, the [Heavenly Capital Seat], resounding throughout the Heavenly Emperor, and all the gods and immortals felt it.

The Heavenly Court divided the bell tolls into nine levels according to the protocol of its meetings.

With peace reigning over the world for so long, even the [Heavenly Capital] rarely opens its gates, let alone rings its bells.

Therefore, although it only has four tones, it has attracted the attention of many gods.

【The Heavenly Seat】is formless and without appearance, suspended above the nine heavens, overlooking all realms.

There are no walls at the four corners, but an endless sea of ​​clouds supports it. The sky is as black as ink, and the stars shine down, making it majestic and profound.

Within this magnificent council chamber, figures appeared from the void, each possessing unique characteristics.

Some appear only as the illusory shadows of the sun and moon, their radiance so dazzling that it blinds onlookers; others transform into an ancient bronze bell, its sound echoing through heaven and earth, each chime seemingly proclaiming the laws of the heavens; still others reveal thousands of scrolls of scriptures suspended in mid-air, the characters arising and ceasing on their own, the symbols incomprehensible, yet subtly revealing the true secrets of the Great Dao.

Of course, there are also emperors who have human form, but their aura is profound and they sit silently, their aura like an untouchable heavenly might.

"The Divine Register Office sends a message: The incense offerings to the God of Cangyuan River have suddenly ceased, and his divine position has collapsed."

A voice slowly echoed in all directions, but the figures seemed like statues of gods, showing no surprise whatsoever.

Perhaps a third-rank deity is not to be underestimated by most beings, but in the eyes of the emperors and lords, that's all there is to it.

They have witnessed countless ages, including the fallen Golden Immortals. A mere third-rank deity is not worth their attention.

There were a few figures, but their eyes were fixed on the one in the very center.

This person also does not manifest a physical form, but rather evolves into a constantly evolving Tai Chi symbol, shifting between black and white, and constantly changing its shape.

He seemed to be the head of all paths, the beginning and end of all laws, mysterious and unfathomable.

This person has two identities: he is the Northern Star Emperor who holds the power of Ziwei, and he is also the current leader of the Nine Tai Dao Masters. He has a noble status and a transcendent position.

Although there is no Heavenly Emperor in the Heavenly Court today, if someone were to be elected to the position of Heavenly Emperor, he would certainly be the first in line.

The deceased Jiang Shen was rumored to be a disciple of the Northern Star Emperor.

"The death of a third-rank deity is no small matter. It may involve fate or treacherous schemes, and a clear judgment is required."

A moment later, an emperor holding a Dao tablet slowly spoke.

None of the emperors or lords had any objections, so they all agreed in unison. Their thoughts intertwined, and a decree that would determine the fate of all realms was issued in an instant.

"Since everyone has agreed, let the Criminal Law Department handle this matter."

The order landed on an imperial edict, then transformed into a beam of light, instantly flying out of the [Heavenly Guard Commander] and landing in the [Criminal Law Department], one of the ten laws.

"I will obey the Commander's orders."

A deity dressed in red robes reached out and accepted the imperial edict, bowing respectfully towards the direction of the Heavenly Capital. After a long while, the entire Heavenly Capital fell silent once more, the figures of the Emperors and Dao Lords gradually dissipating, leaving only boundless heavenly might suspended in the air, inspiring awe in all who beheld it.

"The cause and effect of this matter cannot be calculated. It seems that someone has obscured the secrets of heaven."

After the meeting of the [Heavenly Capital] concluded, Bixia Yuanjun slowly regained her senses. She sat gracefully on a cloud lotus, surrounded by rosy light, her robes as red as crimson, her jeweled crown adorned with pearls, exuding elegance and majesty.

On a whim, she had a gut feeling that this matter was somehow connected to her, but no matter how she thought about it, it was all a mystery.

"I've long heard that the Lord of Beichen is making moves everywhere. I imagine this matter is far more complex than just the death of a Jiang God."

Bixia Yuanjun frowned slightly. Suddenly, a thought struck her, and the image of a carp appeared in her mind.

She used the carp as a starting point to continue her calculations, but everything remained a mystery.

"So that's where it should be."

Since the cause and effect of this carp cannot be deduced, it seems that this boy named You Ming is involved in this matter.

However, this kid is quite capable; a mere Dharma Aspect cultivator is actually able to get involved in such matters.

Where is the boy?

After pondering for a moment, Bixia Yuanjun called out to the outside.

Before long, a beautifully sculpted figure walked in from outside and stood respectfully to one side.

"That carp under your command has been stuck at the eighth rank for quite some time, hasn't it?"

Bixia Yuanjun spoke slowly.

"Yes...it's been a few years."

Jin Tong was quite surprised and somewhat shocked. Although You Ming had done a good job, it shouldn't be enough to make the Empress remember him.

"Give the [Fertility Department] an order, and they should promote him by one or two levels."

After saying this, Bixia Yuanjun waved her hand, and Jintong Shenjun, having received the decree, quickly left.

"This kid is about to take off! He's won the Empress's favor; he might be on his way to the heavens in a few years."

The Golden Boy God was also happy for You Ming.

But if this kid goes to heaven, our Bixia lineage will lose a great general on earth.

While his mind was in turmoil, he decided to head towards the [Department of Fertility].

However, just as he reached the door, he saw a faint figure appear.

The person was dressed in a gray-black robe with dark patterns flowing around the cuffs, as if countless hexagrams, star trails, and threads of destiny were floating and sinking on her clothes.

Her face was shrouded in a light veil, only revealing a pair of eyes that seemed to reflect the future and the past, making one feel as if their heart was completely seen through.

"Too...too...too Wei Dao Master!"

The moment he saw this person, although the Golden Boy God had never seen the other person before, a piece of information appeared out of thin air in his mind.

It was as if this message had been written into his destiny and engraved in his past.

"Child, please invite the Daoist Master in."

Just as the Golden Boy God was about to ask the other party's purpose, he heard the Empress's voice coming from inside the main hall.

(End of this chapter)