Chapter 1081: Chapter 329: Zhunti’s Betrayal
The youth smiled proudly, thinking he had subdued the Wood God.
At least in the heart of the Wood God, he should have considerable recognition for him.
Otherwise, he wouldn’t willingly refer to himself as a subordinate.
"Alright, you may step back for now, and inform Emperor Jun about Eastern Emperor Tai Yi’s visit here."
The youth said with a smile.
The Wood God’s heart stirred slightly.
He looked at the youth, feeling somewhat surprised.
Originally, he thought the youth was not very astute, but now it seems that the youth might be more shrewd than he had imagined.
This youth is far from the simple-minded appearance he had displayed.
The Wood God retreated, and the youth also left.
In the Doushuai Temple, Lord Taishang revealed a smile.
Are these guys still planning to join forces?
If they join forces, it would indeed pose a problem for them.
Thinking of this, Lord Taishang’s eyes gleamed with insight.
"Forget it, let Ziwei and the others handle it."
Lord Taishang’s eyes flashed with amusement.
He closed his eyes and paid no more attention to these matters.
Once the Heavenly Court grows a bit more, many things won’t need his intervention.
By then, the strength of the Heavenly Court alone would be enough to contend with Emperor Jun and the others, sufficient to deal with many troubles.
It just requires a bit more time.
The Wood God returned to Emperor Jun’s camp, only to find Eastern Emperor Tai Yi already waiting there.
His heart shook, but outwardly he remained calm and recounted what had just happened.
Emperor Jun’s expression did not change, as if he already knew.
Indeed, after the Wood God finished speaking, Emperor Jun said with a smile, "Wood God, you did well, indeed you didn’t deceive me. Eastern Emperor Tai Yi has already informed me about the recent events; his meeting with that person was part of our plan."
The Wood God was somewhat confused, unable to understand what the two meant.
Could it be that Emperor Jun and Eastern Emperor Tai Yi are genuinely united?
This seems unlikely.
They are neither kin nor companions, and Emperor Jun was once replaced by Eastern Emperor Tai Yi.
Under such circumstances, it’s hard to imagine them being of one mind.
But if they are not united, then what do they mean now?
The Wood God was completely baffled by them.
His gaze fell on the two, feeling somewhat at a loss.
At this moment, he realized that compared to these grandmasters, he was indeed somewhat too inexperienced.
He couldn’t fathom what the two were truly thinking.
"That person is inherently suspicious, and thinks of himself as extremely wise. If both of us were to seek him out, he would think we were plotting against him, and might not come. It’s better to make him think Tai Yi is scheming something, so he would come; after all, in his heart, Tai Yi poses no threat."
Emperor Jun smiled faintly.
However, when mentioning that Eastern Emperor Tai Yi poses no threat, he snorted.
If the other really thinks this way, that’s truly laughable.
If Eastern Emperor Tai Yi were so incapable as described, how could he have possibly become the Heavenly Emperor back then?
Emperor Jun felt that guy was truly laughable.
He valued himself but not Eastern Emperor Tai Yi.
Yet, Eastern Emperor Tai Yi was the very one who replaced him.
The Wood God’s expression became slightly serious, and he stared at Emperor Jun asking, "Aren’t you afraid that I’ll tell them this? After all, I’m considered one of them."
Eastern Emperor Tai Yi smiled faintly and countered, "Will you?"
"Even if you tell them, it won’t be of any use; it’ll only make them understand our sincerity, that we genuinely wish to cooperate, and you’ll offend two Heavenly Emperors."
Ji Meng sneered.
As Emperor Jun’s trusted general, he naturally was aware of such matters.
At this point, the Wood God felt as naive as a clown.
Everything had been calculated thoroughly by the other party.
Anything he said now would seem ridiculous, so he remained silent.
"Wood God, you know in your heart to whom you should be loyal or what choice you should make. If you choose to stay with me, you will forever remain my fifth marshal, and you might achieve what you desire. But following that faction is extremely difficult, even if that guy becomes as exalted as The Three Pure Ones, there are many still waiting to become the Supreme of the Three Realms, it won’t be your turn."
Upon hearing Emperor Jun’s words, the Wood God trembled.
He sat there without saying a word.
Eastern Emperor Tai Yi smiled faintly and said, "I should also prepare to meet that self-important guy."
"Haha."
Emperor Jun chuckled.
Eastern Emperor Tai Yi departed, and before leaving, he glanced at the Wood God, with a hint of a mocking smile on his lips.
This made the Wood God’s heart sink, wondering if he had done something wrong.
At this moment, he was made somewhat insecure by Eastern Emperor Tai Yi and Emperor Jun.
Their words made him particularly insecure.
"Your Majesty, if you replace The Three Pure Ones, will you let me become the Supreme of the Three Realms?"
He inquired, staring directly at Emperor Jun, wanting to know the answer.
In response, Emperor Jun looked at him and said, "What is Supreme of the Three Realms? These Three Realms are too small; my goal has never been within the Three Realms."
The Wood God trembled, looking at Emperor Jun with disbelief.
From Emperor Jun’s words, he inferred another meaning.
The other party’s goal was never within the Three Realms, implying it’s beyond the Three Realms. Could there be a broader world beyond the Three Realms?
But weren’t they already beyond the Three Realms, in the outer realm? Why bother to return?
All of this left the Wood God bewildered, unable to grasp the thoughts of Emperor Jun and the others.