NOVEL NEXT Chapter 513, Welcoming
Long Ji felt some urgency and called out, "Master, who exactly is coming?"
"Back in the Spring and Autumn period, many Great Powers descended to the mortal world at the Saint's invitation to preach Taoism and to combat the Heavenly Demons..."
All Immortals nodded in agreement; they all knew about this. The Eldest Uncle (Master) even gained a lot of Merit and became the Vice Family Head of Hundred Schools, an enviable achievement indeed!
"...Among them, the Taishang Saint descended to the Lower Realm and took the name Li Er, founding Taoism. One secret matter was concealed by the Taishang Saint's divine protection, unknown to most beings of the Primordial World."
All Immortals were hooked by curiosity, a secret hidden by the Taishang Saint's divine protection?
"While Li Er was in the mortal world, he once took a wife."
"What?"
"Impossible!"
Emperor Zhenwu and Marshal of the Heavenly Canopy exclaimed in unison.
The rest, Zhao Gongming, Yang Jiao, Jingwei, and others, all exchanged glances in shock—did the Eldest Uncle really get married in the Lower Realm?
Emperor Zhenwu quickly asked, "Eldest Brother, you can't be joking about this! What exactly happened?"
"You don't need to worry about the specifics. Just know that the visitor is the wife the Eldest Uncle took during his time as a mortal. Later on, you will accompany me to receive her."
Shi Ji voiced his concern, "Eldest Brother, since the Eldest Uncle has concealed the Heavenly Secret, wouldn't directly telling us displease him?"
"Not at all, the Eldest Uncle has already extended his divine protection to her again. The concealed Heavenly Secret will soon be revealed again. Even if I didn't tell you, you would find out about it after a while."
A voice came from outside the Bird's Nest: "The Southern Heavenly Gate General requests an audience with the Emperor."
Bai Jin walked outside, followed by Zhao Gongming, Emperor Zhenwu, Jingwei, and others, each with a peculiar expression. Deep inside, they still couldn't digest the shocking news. Especially Emperor Zhenwu and Marshal of the Heavenly Canopy, their minds were in a complete mess. Suddenly finding out about having a Master Mother (Master's Wife), how should they deal with this? And whether the Master Mother is amiable or not, should they bring a gift for the first meeting? But they weren't prepared for this at all!
With all Immortals in tow, Bai Jin left the Bird's Nest, smiling and asked, "What does the Divine General seek with me?"
The Divine General was also startled, not expecting Gouchen Temple to gather so many powerful gods. He hastily paid his respects and said with reverence, "I humbly report to the Emperor, a Fairy from Qingqiu has come to the South Heavenly Gate seeking an audience with the Emperor.
"I couldn't fathom the depths of this Fairy, and didn't dare to make the decision alone, so I came to report to the Emperor."
"I am already aware, thank you, Divine General."
The Divine General quickly replied, "Just doing my duty!" A warm feeling surged in his heart, Emperor Gouchen actually thanked me, with no arrogance. The Emperor really is kind-hearted, unlike those so-called powerful deities, this is the true demeanor of an Emperor.
Bai Jin spoke solemnly, "All follow me! Do not forget your manners later on."
The Gods followed Bai Jin, flying towards the South. Throughout the journey, everyone remained silent, each lost in their own thoughts.
The South Heavenly Gate General was now feeling a bit panicked. Why had all these powerful Gods gone to the South Heavenly Gate? Could it be they were all there to welcome that female fairy? Surely not!
He pondered whether he had offended the female fairy in any way. Was his voice too loud when he spoke with her? Could he have scared her? Were his manners inappropriate? Oh no, he seemed to have forgotten to bow, and it looked like she had bowed to him.
The South Heavenly Gate General's forehead was covered in a thick sweat, growing more and more anxious, his mind filled with relentless thoughts, his Cloud Head destabilizing.
A moment later, everyone arrived at the South Heavenly Gate, and at first glance, they saw Tu Shan Xiyu standing outside the gate. This was the Eldest Uncle's (Master, Master's Uncle) wife from the time he was a mortal?!
Tu Shan Xiyu also saw Bai Jin in the lead and greeted with a smile, "Bai Jin, it's been a long time."
Approaching the South Heavenly Gate, Bai Jin bowed with clasped hands respectfully and said, "Greetings to the Master's Wife!"
The rest of the Law Enforcement Team, Shi Ji, Gu Liang, and the others also followed suit, bowing and saying, "Greetings to the Master's Wife!"
Emperor Zhenwu was half a beat slow and hastily bowed, saying, "Greetings to the Master's Wife!"
Marshal of the Heavenly Canopy as well as Jingwei, Yang Jiao, Yang Jian, and other Immortal Gods bowed respectfully and said, "Greetings to the Master's Mother!"
All the arrivals bowed reverently, leaving only the Southern Heavenly Gate General standing there dazed, his cloak billowing behind him, very conspicuous.
All the Heavenly Soldiers were also dumbfounded. The Emperor and the Law Enforcement Team's Eldest Uncle's wife? The Marshal of the Heavenly Canopy's Master's Mother? Just how esteemed was this Fairy's identity?
All Heavenly Soldiers and Generals were near tears; had we known of your status earlier, who would dare to have you wait here! By being low-profile at this time, are you not harming the Heavenly Soldiers?
Whoosh~ All Heavenly Soldiers knelt down in half, their heads bowed, silent without uttering a word.
Only Tu Shan Xiyu and the Southern Heavenly Gate General remained standing at the front of the South Heavenly Gate.
All the Heavenly Soldiers secretly glanced at the Southern Heavenly Gate General, feeling a surge of admiration in their hearts. Truly fitting of a general, unaffected by honor or disgrace, this temperament, this demeanor, far beyond what we could compare.
Tu Shan Xiyu was stunned for a moment, then quickly said, "Everyone, please rise!"
Only then did all Immortal Gods stand up, looking at this elder Fox Immortal in front of them.
A trace of brilliance flashed in Tu Shan Xiyu's eyes as she asked, "Are all these his juniors?"
Bai Jin nodded and said, "Yes."
Tu Shan Xiyu felt an even stronger sensation in her heart. She stepped forward and appeared in front of Bai Jin, grabbing Bai Jin's arm with a trace of anticipation, "Is he still alive? Is Li Er still alive? You are all so powerful; Li Er cannot have died so easily."
Bai Jin stood up and chuckled awkwardly, "Eldest Uncle's Wife, this matter is a bit complicated, please come inside with me, and I will explain it to you in detail."
Tu Shan Xiyu let go and said threateningly, "Don't think about deceiving me."
Bai Jin showed a pure smile and said earnestly, "Eldest Uncle's Wife, I am known as the honest and trustworthy young man."
Tu Shan Xiyu smiled, "In the mortal world, Bai Jin was indeed always simple, honest, and kind."
"I will believe you once more."
"Eldest Uncle's Wife, please come with me, I will definitely not disappoint you."
Tu Shan Xiyu followed Bai Jin toward the sky, surrounded by many great gods. Along the way, all Immortals they encountered quickly moved aside, quietly observing Tu Shan Xiyu, shocked in their hearts, wondering who she was to receive the company of so many great gods. Even Emperor Gouchen was half a step behind her.
...
In front of the South Heavenly Gate, the Deputy General approached the imposing Southern Heavenly Gate General and respectfully said, "General, they have left."
The Southern Heavenly Gate General did not move, his cloak billowing behind him.
"General~"
"General~"
The Deputy General called out twice more, then patted the Southern Heavenly Gate General on the shoulder, causing the Heavenly General to fall straight back, crashing to the ground with a thud.
The Deputy General shouted in panic, "General~"
"General~"
"General~"
...
Other Heavenly Soldiers also gathered around, shouting for the Heavenly General amidst the chaos in front of the South Heavenly Gate.