In the midst of the chaos, my motherland cried out for my aid.

Not long after, Bai Lin returned to Qixia Mountain, and Mo Xuan convened a meeting of the clan's Taiyi Golden Immortal elders.

"At this banquet hosted by the Eastern King Duke, there were more than ten Quasi-Saints and hundreds of Great Luo Immortals in attendance, making it a truly magnificent event. After the discussion, the Eastern King Duke proposed the establishment of a Celestial Court and invited the powerful figures who attended the banquet to join."

"None of the more than ten Quasi-Saints joined, but quite a few Grand Luo Golden Immortals did."

"..."

Bai Lin slowly recounted what happened in Zifu Prefecture, and just listening to it, one could feel the grandeur of the time.

"The Celestial Court stands on the Eastern Sea, bordering our race. What should our race do?"

"Since the Eastern King Duke is the head of the male immortals personally appointed by the Dao Ancestor and has established the Heavenly Court with such a great reputation, perhaps we can make contact with the Heavenly Court. With the foundation of our snake clan, we can also occupy a place in the Heavenly Court."

"No, no, that's not right. The Dragon, Phoenix, and Qilin clans were once so glorious! But in the end, they declined just like that. Fate is cruel. We can't afford to gamble away all the wealth we've built up."

The snake clan elders discussed amongst themselves, each expressing their own opinions. Some suggested joining the Celestial Court, while others advised waiting and seeing...

"Listen to me, everyone," Mo Xuan said slowly.

The snake clan elders immediately fell silent and looked at Mo Xuan.

"After this sermon at Zixiao Palace, Quasi-Saints have emerged frequently, and the situation in the prehistoric world is constantly changing. My Serpent Clan's foundation is still too weak. If we get involved in the conflicts of the prehistoric world, we will inevitably be unable to control our own destiny. Therefore, I have decided to wait and see how things develop," Mo Xuan said.

"What the lord says makes sense."

"I have no objection."

The snake clan elders echoed their agreement.

After Mo Xuan made his decision, the snake clan immediately fell silent.

However, the serpent race's silence does not mean that other races and other powerful beings are willing to remain silent.

Seeing the Celestial Court's flourishing fortune and numerous powerful figures, they felt it was worth a try and chose to join.

The Celestial Court was quite generous to these newcomers, bestowing upon them many spiritual objects and treasures.

After that, the Heavenly Court recruited two more quasi-saints.

They are Immortal Yuanfu and True Man Hanhai, respectively.

In the present Celestial Court, there are as many as four Quasi-Saints, nearly thirty Grand Luo Golden Immortals, and countless others below the Grand Luo level.

The celestial court's fortune has risen to a new level, surging so powerfully that it terrifies all living beings.

As a result, more and more beings joined the Celestial Court.

"Immortal Emperor, nowadays, apart from the Dragon Clan, almost all other races and powerful individuals in the East Sea have joined our Immortal Court. Should we try to win over the Dragon Clan?"

In the main hall of the Celestial Court, Immortal Yuanfu cupped his hands and said.

"Although the Dragon Clan's power is considerable, they have been suppressed by karma since the Dragon-Han Calamity. If we were to recruit the Dragon Clan into the Celestial Court, the Celestial Court's fortune would drop by at least half. It's not worth it," said the Eastern King Duke after some thought.

He was indeed envious of the Dragon Clan, after all, the Dragon Clan had nearly ten Great Luo Immortals and had deep roots in the Four Seas, which could provide great help.

However, despite his envy, Dongwanggong was still quite rational and believed that allowing the dragons to join the Celestial Court would do more harm than good.

"Although we will not win over the Dragon Clan, they must relinquish some of the spiritual lands they occupy, and the Dragon Clan must also pay tribute to my Celestial Court every so often," Dongwanggong continued.

"The Immortal Emperor's move is brilliant. Not only does he avoid the karmic burden of the Dragon Clan, but he also gains practical benefits," said Immortal Yuanfu, stroking his long beard with a smile.

What is the situation around the East China Sea?

The Eastern King has lofty ambitions and aspires to unify the prehistoric world. The East Sea, as his base, must be fortified into an impregnable fortress.

"Among the areas surrounding the East China Sea, only Qixia Mountain has remained silent," said Immortal Yuanfu.

"The snake clan lives on Qixia Mountain, right? I still have some impression of the current ruler of the snake clan. He was able to cultivate nine grades of flowers in Zixiao Palace and was fortunate enough to receive guidance from the Dao Ancestor. He is quite talented. Moreover, he seems to have a good relationship with fellow Daoists Nuwa and Fuxi."

Dong Wang Gongdao had a fairly deep impression of Mo Xuande.

"Send a Grand Luo Golden Immortal to visit him and offer him the position of a Divine General. If he knows how to appreciate it, all will be well; if he doesn't..."

"Immortal Emperor, I understand."

Yuanfu Immortal nodded and gave the instructions.

"My lord, the Celestial Lord Qingyan has arrived."

Bai Lin awakened Mo Xuan, who was cultivating.

"I understand. Invite them in first." Mo Xuan opened his eyes, showing no surprise at the arrival of the Celestial Court expert.

After all, Qixia Mountain is adjacent to the East China Sea, so it's bound to come knocking sooner or later.

"Fellow Daoist Qingyan, please forgive my lack of hospitality."

Mo Xuan stepped forward and greeted him.

"Fellow Daoist Mo Xuan, you are too kind. It is I who have been presumptuous in coming to disturb you."

Qingyan Zhenjun was a burly man who looked imposing, but he was actually a smooth operator.

That's true. If you weren't tactful, you wouldn't be sent out to do the work of winning people over.

"Fellow Daoist, please have a seat." Mo Xuan invited True Monarch Qingyan to sit down with a smile.

"Fellow Daoist, you are very lucky. Our Immortal Emperor has heard of your exceptional talent and wishes to invite you to serve as a divine general in our Immortal Court," said True Monarch Qingyan with a hint of jealousy in his eyes.

Now that the Celestial Court has been newly established, a Celestial Emperor and Empress, along with two Prime Ministers, have been appointed.

These four positions were naturally occupied by the four Quasi-Saints, and no one questioned it.

Under these circumstances, the Celestial Court must also select twelve Great Luo Golden Immortals to serve as Celestial Court Divine Generals. These Divine Generals hold positions of real power and wield immense authority within the Celestial Court, second only to the four Quasi-Saints.

Someone like Qingyan Zhenjun isn't even qualified for a nomination.

Qingyan Zhenjun couldn't understand how Mo Xuan, who hadn't even voluntarily joined the Celestial Court, could be qualified for the position of a Divine General.

I felt very resentful.

But he was there on orders, so he could only suppress his resentment.

"Oh dear, Fellow Daoist Qingyan, what have I done to deserve this?" Mo Xuan exclaimed in feigned surprise, then sighed.

"However, Fellow Daoist Qingyan, I'm afraid I'm not up to the task of becoming a Divine General."

"Why?" True Monarch Qingyan asked, frowning.

"Fellow Daoist, you may not know this, but because we experienced the Dragon-Han Calamity, my clan's ancestor made me promise before his death that I would not participate in the conflicts of the prehistoric world, and that I should just protect the foundation of Qixia Mountain," Mo Xuan said helplessly.

The Golden Snake Taoist probably never imagined that he could make a contribution even after his death.

"What's the big deal? Fellow Daoist, joining the Immortal Court will definitely revitalize your clan. Your clan's ancestor would be overjoyed if he knew."

Qingyan Zhenjun was already getting impatient, and being not stupid, he naturally understood Mo Xuan's attempt to evade the issue.

What a shameless thing! They offered such generous terms and still refused. Isn't that a slap in the face to the Celestial Court?

"Fellow Daoist, I have already sworn an oath before the Ancestor, and I cannot break my promise." Mo Xuan's attitude was very firm.

The Celestial Court is a sinking ship; he must be a fool to join it.

"Fellow Daoist, I will report this matter truthfully." True Monarch Qingyan waved his sleeve and left with a cold face.

After watching Qingyan Zhenjun leave, Mo Xuan's expression darkened.

He thought he could just stay put and hide away, but he never expected that trouble would still find him.

Moreover, the Celestial Court is very domineering. My refusal this time will definitely anger the Celestial Court. After all, the Celestial Court needs to make an example of someone to establish its authority, and I'm afraid I'll become that chicken.

Indeed, once you are in the primordial world, you are in this big picture, and it is not easy to break free.

However, Mo Xuan was not flustered at all, because he had anticipated this situation.

Mo Xuan immediately ordered the snake clan members to return to Qixia Mountain.