Taiyi Dao Fruit-Chapter 1110 - 336: Does Promising the Moon Mean You Have to Make It Real?

"This..."

Upon hearing Jiang Li's inquiry, Yin Tulong rarely showed a hesitant expression.

Now that the Immortal Palace has moved away, Kunxu Mountain can be said to be dominated by Yuxu Temple. In the past, they had to worry about the Immortal Palace stealing their home, but now even this concern is gone.

However, after the Immortal Palace left Kunxu Mountain, Yuxu Temple did not even produce a third grade cultivator, unlike before when one would go out and another would stay home.

Now looking at Yin Tulong's demeanor, it seems there is something hidden.

"Fellow Daoist, is there some difficulty?" Jiang Li didn't care that Yin Tulong was now a general of the court and still addressed him as a fellow Daoist.

Upon hearing this, Yin Tulong didn't hesitate any longer and said directly, "Does Your Majesty still remember what you said back then?"

Back then? What words from back then?

A question mark arose in Jiang Li's heart, and he frantically searched his memory.

With the strength of his current Divine Thought, he recalled the words almost instantly... or rather, the promises he made back then.

——After the new Emperor ascends the throne, appoint Daoist Guangcheng as the Emperor Master to fulfill the cause and effect of Guang Chengzi's Dao Fruit.

Back then, Jiang Li painted such a beautiful picture, which made Daoist Guangcheng immediately decide to join forces with Jiang Li.

At that time, Jiang Li didn't even consider that the next Emperor would be himself; he was actually just thinking of supporting a puppet to sit on the throne while he would be his own Jiang Sikong. At most, he thought about becoming the Regent King.

His plan back then definitely didn't include the option of him ascending the throne, and because he made so many promises, he had already put this matter behind him.

And who actually realizes such promises?

After all, Emperor Jiang had painted many promises over the years, but he had never truly let anyone enjoy them.

Unexpectedly, today, the promises he made turned into a boomerang and came flying back.

This position of Emperor Master was, of course, something Daoist Guangcheng wanted. Without mentioning anything else, just the Dao Fruit interpretation alone would benefit him. Even if he had perfectly fused with the Dao Fruit, being closer to the cause and effect brought by the Dao Fruit wasn't a bad thing, not to mention Daoist Guangcheng might not have fully integrated the Dao Fruit.

But to let him ask, that was also impossible.

The past is the past, and the present is the present. Previously, Jiang Sikong was just a fifth-grade cultivator, and his ascension to Dao Fruit was provided by Yuxu Temple. Now, Emperor Jiang is a third-grade cultivator and a Supreme. If he truly doesn't want to, there's nothing Daoist Guangcheng could do.

So, it needs to be subtle, giving some hints, so both parties have a graceful way out.

Who would have thought that Jiang, who treats people sincerely, painted so many promises and forgot...

Now Jiang Li faces a question: should this promise be fulfilled or not?

Various thoughts swirled in his mind, and Jiang Li's face showed just the right amount of bewilderment. Then he realized and said, "Blame me, I've been so caught up in battles that I forgot about this matter. Of course, I remember the words back then. Once this battle is over, I will issue a decree to appoint Fellow Daoist Guangcheng as the Emperor Master. However, I must make one thing clear: apprenticeship is not possible. As long as Jiang Li is alive, there will only be one Master for me."

As Jiang Li spoke, he didn't forget to express his filial piety to Daoist Tianxuan.

This made Tianxuan remember a past scene — the sky cannot have two suns; in Jiang Li's heart, there is only one sun, his Master.

Although later, when Jiang lifted Tianxuan, he also said, sunrise and sunset are the ultimate truths of Heaven and Earth, even the sun must set...

No matter what happened afterward, this expression of filial piety was quite appreciated by Tianxuan, who nodded slightly in approval.

As for Yin Tulong...

He glanced at this display of deep teacher-student affection and had a phrase in mind but didn't know whether to say it or not.

Although Yin Tulong hadn't witnessed Jiang Li's backyard catching fire, thanks to a certain monkey, he had broadened his horizons and learned of Emperor Jiang's romantic affairs.

The monkey, possessing the Six-Eared Divine Power of the Six-Eared Macaque, appeared to keep its ears hidden on normal days but actually delighted in eavesdropping on amusing stories using the Six-Eared Divine Power at all times.

During those days of wandering around the Divine Capital with Yin Tulong, Sun Monkey explained Jiang Li's intricate web of relationships, which left Yin Tulong deeply shocked, feeling it was a rare sight.

Of course, these things cannot be spoken of, even if Yin Tulong was straightforward, he knew that was a slippery slope not to be touched.

He pretended not to know, and said, "Your Majesty and Daoist Tianxuan share a deep bond that truly makes one envious. My senior brother has already told me, Your Majesty need not perform the rites of a disciple, nor call him Master. My senior brother is bestowing the Dharma on behalf of the Master, so Your Majesty can address us as fellow disciples. The title of Emperor Master is not necessary; having the reality of bestowing the Dharma is sufficient."

Doing so, of course, is less effective than apprenticeship, but there's no choice; Jiang Li progressed too quickly.

Having a Supreme take a Master, even if Jiang Li dared, Daoist Guangcheng wouldn't dare to accept, and even the title of Emperor Master was said to be unnecessary.

Jiang Li was willing to appoint the Emperor Master and keep his promise, but Daoist Guangcheng felt it couldn't truly be accepted. The other party didn't want to break their word, so they had to give face and make concessions.

Therefore, Daoist Guangcheng had already instructed Yin Tulong beforehand that if Jiang Li was willing to keep his promise, he should propose not accepting the title, just the Dharma transmission.

This actually caused a loss to Yuxu Temple, but it also tied Yuxu Temple and Jiang Li together. Moreover, Jiang Li would certainly make compensations afterward. However much was lost, it would be compensated, and even more.

And Jiang Li didn't bother being pretentious about it, saying, "Then I will accept with guilt. From now on, Yuxu Temple can be considered another sect of mine."

Both parties reached a perfect consensus, and Yin Tulong showed a joyful expression, feeling more affectionate towards Jiang Li.

With Jiang Li's current strength and status, he could easily break his promise, but he not only wished to fulfill it but also truly sought to appoint the Emperor Master, demonstrating full sincerity. Yin Tulong had a good impression of Jiang Li for this faith-keeping act and, since Jiang Li could now be considered his fellow disciple, naturally wouldn't distance himself.

And this is also what Jiang Li desires.

He also wants to bind himself and Yuxu Temple together through this action.

Furthermore, if Daoist Guang Cheng had not refused the title of Emperor Master, Jiang Li would indeed proceed with the conferment, making sure everything is in place.

Since the promise made has turned into a boomerang coming back, Jiang Li accepts it. After all, it's the promise he made back then, and he would not risk diverging and undermining relations with Yuxu Temple over this.

It is very good now; Yuxu Temple stands completely with Jiang Li, further reinforcing his own strength.

"I will go and notify Brother Guang Cheng at once, asking him to come," Yin Tulong said immediately upon seeing the matter resolved satisfactorily.

"By the way, since Your Majesty is also counted as a disciple of Yuxu Temple, do not forget to deal with the traitors within. Shen Hou's betrayal of the Sect is a grave crime indeed. I've always wanted to personally eliminate this scoundrel, but never had the opportunity. Since Your Majesty can plant people on the enemy's side, if there is a chance, I hope you can eliminate this traitor to uphold the sect's honor."

Hearing this, Jiang Li almost couldn't help but twitch his eye, but he managed not to show any unusual expression, and replied with a smile, "This scoundrel is also a traitor to the Jiang family, wielding the God-beating Whip to disrupt my Sacrificial Altar, his crimes are unforgivable. Eliminating him is also my wish."

Upon hearing this, Yin Tulong felt even fonder of Jiang Li.

As long as you hate Shen Hou, then you're considered a friend of his.

"This traitor will pay the price sooner or later."

After saying this with ferocity, Yin Tulong soared into the sky and departed riding on his Wind and Fire Wheel.

Seeing his demeanor, Daoist Guang Cheng should have long since left Kunxu Mountain, perhaps he might be just outside Jingzhou now.

After all, the reason Daoist Guang Cheng was not truly unable to leave Yuxu Temple was Jiang Li's stance.

Now the two sides have reached a consensus, and if Jiang Li wants to go back on his word, then the relationship with Yuxu Temple might develop cracks in the future. Although Jiang Li is powerful and currently emperor, Yuxu Temple doesn't seem like they are prone to flattering.

If the consensus is not reached, the allies would not fly away, but they certainly would not be as staunch as they are now.

And after Yin Tulong left, with outsiders gone, Gongsun Qingyue smiled and covered his mouth to pretend laughter.

"Why are you laughing?" Tianxuan glared sideways at the evil disciple.

"Master, I'm overjoyed," Gongsun Qingyue laughed, "Dragon Slayer Daoist is known for his straightforward manner, he said that there is deep master-disciple affection between Master and Younger Brother, surely their feelings are profound, I rejoice uncontrollably, hence the laughter."

"If you're so joyous, why not let your younger brother come and live with Master," Tianxuan said with a cold face.

"That could not be better," Gongsun Qingyue clapped his hands and said, "Younger Brother, what do you think?"

"As Master commands," Jiang Li quickly replied.

Their exchange made it difficult for Tianxuan to be angry at Jiang Li.

In the end, Tianxuan shook his head helplessly, "You just coddle your younger brother."

Regarding her own man cheating, Tianxuan wouldn't get angry; she would even think about helping smooth things out. Of course she knew she had taught a disciple so focused on love.

But, it must be said, Gongsun Qingyue's actions made her position increasingly stable, which wasn't vain the teachings she bestowed upon her.

Though indeed, this evil disciple used the schemes she taught against herself, it's hard to fathom.

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"Ah-choo—"

On the riverside, Shen Hou was riding the Dragon Whisker Tiger, surveilling the troop conditions and abruptly sneezed.

"Someone is cursing poor Daoist."

Shen Hou said sternly, "I've long since transcended cold and heat, it's impossible to be chilly, this definitely means someone is cursing poor Daoist."

"Shen Hou, there are many who curse you, don't forget your fellow disciples from your sect," Dragon Whisker Tiger carried the wind while speaking up, "If sneezes resulted from curses, twelve hours a day wouldn't suffice for your sneezing. I think this is just coincidence."

"What do you understand?" Shen Hou rolled his eyes and snorted.

Thinking to himself that Shen Hou bears insult and load to infiltrate enemy forces, his senior brother and family head understand his difficulties, even if there's cursing within the sect and family, senior brother and family head would speak on his behalf.

How could sneezing all day and night happen?

Not sneezing regularly is proof.

It must be someone else cursing himself.

Shen Hou was just deep in thought when suddenly his Divine Thought was stirred, and he took out a mirror from his Qiankun Bag storage magic tool.

Back when he was pretending to be a traitor in Yuxu Temple... no, he was indeed ordered by his senior brother to feign betrayal, he covertly contacted the Immortal Palace, mingled with those domineering ladies, and this mirror was the communication tool.

However, once Shen Hou left Yuxu Temple, this contact was severed, and unexpectedly, today...

"What does Immortal Palace seek from poor Daoist?" Shen Hou muttered.