The Sims: I Open the Immortal Path for All Beings

Chapter 2239: Chapter 2184–2185: Drink from the Golden Cup Together, Spare Not the White Blade

I believe there are quite a few Taoist Monarchs who have similar suspicions. I might as well stand up and test the foundation of the Five Emperors. Even the Taoist Monarchs of the Taoist School would agree.

Even though the Human Race Five Emperors and the Taoist School are temporary allies, such alliances are not absolutely solid and reliable; it is necessary to know the level of your allies.

“Dayan True Monarch is the first True Immortal to stand out; we must not chill his heart.” Emperor Wenchang said softly.

“Of course, since Dayan True Monarch is willing to stand up, I will naturally not disappoint his intentions.” The Jade Emperor said with a smile.

Although the words of the two seemed like a sudden twist, unrelated, they were actually expressing that this is an opportunity, one that is beneficial in two ways.

First, Dayan True Monarch, as the first True Immortal to choose the Jade Emperor, regardless of whether it’s opportunistic or not, requires a response from the Jade Emperor; otherwise, it will chill the hearts of others.

In recent times, although many True Immortal Strong have shown favor to the Jade Emperor’s side, sending resources and disciples to participate in the campaigns of the Great Ming Divine Dynasty.

But the fact remains that only Dayan True Monarch has truly stood up.

The Jade Emperor knows the thoughts of the other True Immortals and immortal sects; they seem to lean towards him but are still hesitant. These disciples and resources are just early investments.

If the Jade Emperor cannot demonstrate enough advantage, these people will not hesitate to backstab and jump ship.

As for their disciples and invested resources, they wouldn’t mind them either.

Therefore, regardless of Dayan True Monarch’s nature, as long as he stands up for his disciples, the Jade Emperor finds it worthy to appreciate.

Even though the Jade Emperor is adept in the Emperor’s Heart Technique, balancing others with authority and schemes, he absolutely appreciates such quality.

The cunning people prefer trustworthy individuals around them rather than being surrounded by their likes.

“‘Value Talent’ is not just for outsiders; it’s also for people within.” Emperor Wenchang said solemnly.

Dayan True Monarch’s voluntary stand is a signal. As long as the Jade Emperor can show that anyone on his side can gain trust and support rather than being easily abandoned, more people will lean towards him.

Moreover, if the Jade Emperor treats outsiders this way, people within his camp can also trust him.

Drink with you from the golden cup, but don’t spare the white blade.

The practice of not sparing the white blade is something every emperor is capable of. It’s a common tactic even among the Grand Ancestor Emperor of the Great Ming Divine Dynasty and the current Jade Emperor.

However, emperors who can truly drink with from the golden cup are rare throughout history.

Loyalty is not infinite, nor can it be squandered arbitrarily; binding common interests can bring everyone closer together.

You can’t have everyone fight and struggle with you only to be stingy when dividing benefits due to too many people.

“I wonder what reason Your Majesty plans to use to take action?” Emperor Wenchang asked.

Having a legitimate reason and acting without one are two completely different things.

“I have already sent the battle invitation.” The Jade Emperor said to Emperor Wenchang.

“A call to ancient battle?” Emperor Wenchang, worthy as a Confucian Saint, despite attaining the status of sect leader and ancestor, effortlessly recalled Confucian rituals and archives.

This statement relates to a historical account recorded by the Confucians. In the Ancient Human Race tribes, occasional conflicts would arise; being of the same tribe, indiscriminate slaughter would weaken the internal strength of the human race.

Thus, given the environment at the time, a rule for battle invitations was established; tribes would send out strong warriors to duel, acknowledging strength without discerning right or wrong.

During Ancient Era of the human race, daily survival was precarious. They followed the rules of the era of the All Tribes, where strength determined everything.

However, as the human race drove out the All Tribes and unified the Divine Land World, such rules were discarded, and internal conflict led to mutual slaughter.

The Confucian Sage wandered through various nations, witnessing endless conflicts and internal strife, yearning to restore ancient etiquette, thus embedding this rule among them.

Even though such battles among the strong are a loss for the human race, compared to tribe conflicts and mutual slaughter, these losses are minimized and wouldn’t spread beyond the same tribe.

“The Five Emperors are the leaders of the human race and ancient sages; thus, using the rules of the ancient sages is fitting.” The Jade Emperor said with a smile.

This method was extracted from historical records by those under the Jade Emperor, not expecting Emperor Wenchang to remember it so easily, praising his erudition.

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“The Jade Emperor is anxious.” The Red Emperor sat high on the Emperor’s throne, holding a letter or rather, a battle invitation.

This is the battle invitation sent by the Jade Emperor, inviting the Red Emperor to battle in the Chaos Void. The outcome of the duel will decide the victory on the Central Earth Continent.

“Battle invitation.” It’s unexpected that such a method could be considered! He must have put in much thought.” The White Emperor said with a light laugh.

These Emperor Monarchs all hail from the Ancient times, each having personally experienced such scenarios.

They didn’t anticipate seeing such a familiar scene after so much time had passed, now back in this era, leaving them with complex feelings.

“Since the proposal has been made, naturally we cannot refuse.” The Black Emperor said with a cold smile.

He realizes that the Jade Emperor is quite anxious because the current situation is unfavorable for him.

Dayan True Monarch and the Great Instructor’s duel also holds their attention. Witnessing the Great Instructor steadily stabilize the situation, breaking the array is merely a matter of time.

If it truly reaches that point, even if the Jade Emperor intervenes, he cannot shamelessly alter such an outcome, something his side wishes to avoid.

“Agreed. Since we’ve decided to contend, we must display our strength. The Jade Emperor wants to win over hearts, and we must show our power.” The Green Emperor spoke.

The Human Race Five Emperors, although mutual leaders and equals of the human race, the Green Emperor, as the first Human Race Common Master, holds the oldest age and thus the most authority.

Moreover, having established the Innate Eight Trigrams, predicting Tian Ji and leaving numerous methods, the Green Emperor’s strength is the greatest, and they all bear his grace. Hence, in many situations, they revolve around the Green Emperor.

Upon hearing the Green Emperor’s words, the other Emperor Monarchs nodded in agreement, recognizing his reasoning.

The Jade Emperor’s initiative is, firstly, to prevent any changes in the situation, and secondly, to protect Dayan True Monarch, employing ‘Value Talent’ to win over other True Immortal Strong, even some allies.

For these Emperor Monarchs, it’s also necessary this early.

From the moment they decided to step up and contend for Heavenly Court authority, they were destined not to remain hidden behind the scenes; it was inevitable they’d step forward, engage these strong figures, and showcase their abilities.

Considering the times differ greatly from the past, their era has ended. Though holding immense reputation within the human race, they are no longer the strongest beings today. Merely relying on fame for garnering support is fanciful.

During Ancient times, ascending to the peak required showcasing skills, defeating countless competitors for true leadership over the human race.

After all, during those times, the human race needed leaders with absolute power; without overwhelming strength, one couldn’t earn recognition.

Today, the scenario remains similar, with the human race even stronger and birthing more powerful individuals. Each strong figure is a proud being; earning their recognition requires showcasing enough qualification. Otherwise, their plans are mere illusions.