Chapter 10

"Are you really a fish?" She circled around him, leaving him at a loss for words. "You can't possibly be a deity who has descended to experience tribulations, can you?"

Who is this?" asked Changqing, gazing at Yun Yue, "He is truly handsome.

Changqing blinked and asked, "What is the relationship between virtue and personal desire?"

Yun Yue felt helpless, "It seems that this Heavenly Emperor has failed in his role as a person. However, one should not be biased or overly trusting; before truly understanding a person, it is best not to make rash judgments about their character."

Emperor Yan, with a solemn expression, respectfully raised his hands in greeting, "I, Yu Wang, pay my respects to Your Majesty. It has been many days since I last saw Your Majesty; how have you been?"

Changqing, increasingly frustrated, held her face in her hands and lamented: "It is truly unfortunate that I was not given the opportunity to defend myself. If I could meet the Heavenly Emperor... the Heavenly Emperor would probably not regard a minor deity like me with any importance; after all, he is a significant figure, while I am merely an ant. ..." She gestured with her little finger, "Today, they have crushed me, and tomorrow they will send a new deity to guard the dragon vein."

Yun Yue once again regained her gentle and humble demeanor, smiling as she said: "In fact, being the Heavenly Emperor is a thankless task. Even if one upholds righteousness and acts impartially, one will still be misinterpreted and slandered by others. Who in this world can be loved by everyone?" She slowly shook her head, "No, there will never be such a person. If the one you refer to as the immortal were to succeed the position of Heavenly Emperor, who can say that another rumor would not arise, vehemently advocating for Shao Cang's injustice? People are inherently sympathetic to the defeated; this is the original sin of the Heavenly Emperor."

Yun Yue's eyebrows arched even higher, "Old and senile? Have you ever seen the Heavenly Emperor?"

Yun Yue shook her head with difficulty, "It's just a momentary lapse of blood returning to the heart, an old habit. Where did you hear these words from?"

Changqing was very surprised, not expecting him to have such insights, such a profound interpretation, almost understanding the Heavenly Emperor better than the Heavenly Emperor himself

He slowly revealed a smile, "Those in high positions often face slander. Some words are best left unheard; it is better not to take them seriously. I do not know much about the Heavenly Emperor, but I know that he cultivates virtue and strengthens his troops, pacifies the Nine Li, regulates the Five Qi, nurtures the Five Grains, cares for the people, and governs the four directions... These virtues, are they not enough to render rumors powerless?"

Changqing understood that Yun Yue was the most loyal supporter of the Heavenly Emperor. Indeed, it is common for lesser demons to regard the chief deity as a benchmark; if even the benchmark were to fall, who would still have the interest to diligently cultivate

Yun Yue was taken aback, realizing that she had let something slip. She could only awkwardly cover it up, saying, "The Dragon God has drawn this boundary to punish me; this abyss is a prison from which I cannot escape, while other aquatic beings are free to come and go."

What about today

Changqing said there was none, shrugging as if it were obvious, "If one can be the Heavenly Emperor, it must be due to extensive experience and age that commands the respect of the gods! You have always lived underwater, so you surely cannot obtain firsthand information, unlike me, who walks outside and knows a bit about the inside story." After saying this, he smiled and asked him, "Do you want to hear the gossip about the Heavenly Emperor? I just got it, and it's still warm."

Yun Yue anxiously hugged her sleeves to avoid, "The long-standing affection has been misunderstood. Naturally, I am not a deity; I am merely a fish trapped at the bottom of the abyss."

Long-lasting feelings suddenly evoke surprise, "Isn't the Dragon God's barrier meant to restrict you from taking human form on land? Then what about the merchants..."

As the merchant said, the tumult and bloodshed of the outside world do not reach the depths of the abyss

At this point, explanations are of no use; I can only watch her leave gracefully. The man in the crimson robe sighed, saying, "Others are much more courteous than you, calling me 'young friend'."

Yun Yue stood by, and the underwater Bodhi was adorned with glazed beauty, occasionally reflecting shimmering waves of light. The direction of the water flow was mirrored on his robe, and he gazed up with her, sighing just like her: "It hasn't been this blue for a long time..."

She also reflected, "You make a valid point. I should not vent my anger on the Heavenly Emperor; after all, it was my own mistake, unrelated to others"

Yun Yue, however, said: "The snakehead fish is just a loach, covered in slime, adept at scheming. Do you have a long-lasting affection for making new friends? I will introduce him to you. hetushu.com com"

The young man in the crimson robe glanced at her and smacked his lips, saying, "These two types of beings cannot intermarry, do not listen to his nonsense"

It is evident from their long-standing relationship that they share a bond; otherwise, their conversation would not be so casual. Thus, I smiled and said, "You have matters to discuss, I shall take my leave first." I waved my hand towards him, "Young friend, until we meet again"

Yun Yue had no interest in idle chatter, turning to walk towards the pavilion under the tree, while saying, "What brings the Flame Emperor to my Water Palace today?" The pavilion was originally empty, but with a wave of his hand, tables and benches appeared. Zhen Xiu sat down at the head of the table, exuding an imposing presence that transcended all things.

Changqing was still trying to gather information from the outside world. She broke a piece of seaweed to strike the stones beneath her feet, glanced up, and let out a deep sigh, "What is it like out there? Didn't you send someone to keep an eye on the movements on the shore? Is there any latest feedback?"

Thus, Changqing began to speak grandly, "The Heavenly Emperor is named Shaocang, and he is one of the most favored disciples of the White Emperor. The Heavenly Realm is unlike the Mortal Realm, where one follows in the footsteps of their parents; in the Heavenly Realm, the selection of the Heavenly Emperor is based on merit, allowing everyone under the White Emperor to have the opportunity to compete. Another immortal who was renowned alongside the Heavenly Emperor is the son of the Creator, who once had a very high reputation. Everyone believed he was the best candidate to succeed the Heavenly Emperor, but the affairs of the world are unpredictable. This immortal was framed by the Heavenly Emperor during the process of refining the void and merging with the Dao on the ancestral continent, and was banished to the mortal realm, unable to ascend to heaven. From then on, no one could compare to Shaocang, who ultimately ascended the throne of the Heavenly Emperor smoothly. However..." She raised a finger, emphasizing her tone, "However! The Heavenly Emperor still harbors grudges against his former peers. After that immortal made a minor mistake, he did not hesitate to eradicate him completely, even sparing not the child in the immortal's wife's womb. However..." She raised a finger, emphasizing her tone, "However! The Heavenly Emperor still harbors grudges against his former peers. After that immortal made a minor mistake, he did not hesitate to eradicate him completely, even sparing not the child in the immortal's wife's womb. As the Heavenly Emperor, such a narrow-mindedness is truly astonishing. But why such brutality? There are hidden reasons behind it..."

Yun Yue gazed in the direction of Longshouyuan, "Loneliness... it's not too bad, because..." He did not continue, for she would surely become unhappy again.

Little servant

It is quite strange that this deliberately teasing remark did not elicit any discomfort from anyone; instead, two pairs of eyes gazed at him calmly, which made him feel rather bored.

While they were idly chatting, a flash of red light suddenly appeared in the southeast, and a person dressed in a crimson Zen robe approached gracefully over the waves. The fabric beneath the water seemed to possess life, with every thread undulating, surrounding that person like a mass of red mist. He had a pale and slender face, yet his brows and eyes contained a thunderous aura. With a smile, he approached them, sizing up Changqing from head to toe, and asked Yun Yue, "Who is this beautiful young lady? Is she your beloved?"

With deep affection, he asked, "In these five hundred years, have you felt lonely? Trapped in this small world, even though the waters are interconnected, you still cannot reach the shore"

Before he could finish speaking, a cloud of dust and sand rose behind him, and a slender tail quickly darted in and disappeared beneath his robe. Yun Yue looked at him with a smile that was not quite a smile, and he immediately blushed, repeatedly waving his hand at Changqing: "This tail is not mine... it belongs to him..."

It was unexpected that the Dragon God's magic could be so precise to an individual, and Changqing immediately held him in high regard. However, Yun Yue was still quite pitiful; even his subordinates were free, yet he alone was trapped here, never to turn the tide, truly wasting this good appearance

With a long-lasting nod, he explained everything clearly, even inserting his personal understanding. "Is there anything in the world that cannot be resolved? It is nothing but the hatred of killing one's father and the resentment of taking one's wife! The hatred of killing one's father is certainly impossible, as it is said that the Heavenly Emperor is the son of Emperor Yao, who lived to a natural death and did not die an unnatural death. Therefore, only the resentment of taking one's wife remains. It is rumored that when the Heavenly Emperor and that immortal were cultivating in the ancestral continent, they both fell in love with the Moon Goddess. When rivals meet, they are particularly envious, which is also the reason why the immortal provoked the Heavenly Emperor and was later punished by being cast down from the heavenly realm. Unfortunately, in the end, the Moon Goddess chose neither of them. The Heavenly Emperor, being a gentleman, respected her decision. However, his methods towards his rival were not so honorable; he went to great lengths to pressure him, stripping him of his celestial bones and banishing him to the Eight Cold Extremes, subjecting him to eternal ice punishment. How cruel!"

Changqing said: "It is indeed to provoke business. He is always afraid that the world is not chaotic; when he is not present, it feels quite unusual."

Yun Yue smiled and said, "As cultivators of the spirit, what we must guard against the most is the heavenly thunder. Whether it is during tribulation or a misstep, we inevitably have to deal with the Thunder God. Matters concerning life and death require us to know ourselves and our adversaries."

Among them, the profound and enduring nature is naturally understood, but when Yun Yue speaks, it is as if she is recounting treasured knowledge, which clearly shows that this fish possesses considerable insight. She, feeling utterly bored, flicked her sleeves and said: "In my youth, I listened to the Celestial Master preach on the Jing She Isle, and when he spoke of the might of the Thunder God, it truly instilled a sense of awe. You belong to the aquatic realm and have never set foot on land, yet you can know it so clearly; it is indeed impressive of you."

Are you still going to look for Gengchen

Under normal circumstances, Yan Di was very reluctant to mention his own name. However, in formal situations, where there are distinctions of rank and respect, and to convey seriousness, he still introduced himself. As expected, this elicited a merciless sneer from the other party

A barely visible cluster formed at the center of Yun Yue's brow, and her tone was quite ordinary, "He is the snakehead fish from the Huai River next door, often barging in without prior notice."

She chuckled with a smile that did not reach her eyes and hummed twice, "How could I dare? Once, I too had looked up to the Heavenly Emperor as my leader."

Yun Yue chuckled, unaware of how the esteemed Grand Forbidden would feel upon learning that others referred to him as a little servant. He was quite fond of her occasional whimsical remarks and was willing to indulge her. Fixing his gaze upon her, he found her face beneath the water's surface possessed a beauty that was refreshingly pure, captivating him completely, and he casually remarked: "He has come ashore to inquire about Wu Zhiqi's news for you"

Now I must think again. She murmured, "Heaven's punishment is not bestowed lightly; it must be ordered by the Heavenly Emperor, and only then will the Thunder God pursue and strike me. I originally thought that the Supreme Deity would surely see through everything, but unexpectedly, they are also blind and deaf, old and senile.

At this point, the young man in the crimson robe became greatly displeased, glaring at him with a face full of resentment, "You cannot arrange me like this, I clearly..."

Yun Yue slightly raised her eyebrows, "It seems that Changqing does not have a good impression of the Heavenly Emperor."

"Apart from him, I cannot find anyone else. Those of divine rank lower than him are unable to assist, and I do not know anyone of divine rank higher than him. In any case, I have been to the Hill of the Fierce Plow, so I am somewhat familiar with the area..." She shook her head dismissively, "The Dragon God has a generous nature and will not hold it against me. After all, we both have the word 'Dragon' in our titles; perhaps if we trace back a few generations, we might even be family."

Yun Yue took a deep breath, forcing a smile, and said, "You may continue."

She patted his shoulder and said, "Don't lose heart. As long as I can safely get through this ordeal this time, I will definitely find a way to get you out."

Yun Yue, not knowing how, already needed to lean against the Bodhi tree to stand. He did not speak, only biting his lip, his face turning pale. Changqing noticed something was wrong and hurriedly went up to support him, "What’s wrong? Are you feeling unwell?"

Yun Yue felt a darkness before her eyes, yet she still resolutely nodded, indicating her willingness to hear more details

Yun Yue shook her head, "This matter is of great importance and cannot be resolved in a short time. You should stay here at ease and not forget the pursuit by the Thunder God last night. The Thunder God wields heavenly punishment; even under the clear blue sky, he can take a life. Although you are a high deity, being struck is not a trivial matter. At best, you would lose your cultivation, and at worst, both your body and spirit would be destroyed. Therefore, you must not take this risk."

The barrier set by Gengchen was ultimately broken. Once the barrier was breached, the sky above the abyss became much clearer. Changqing stood under the Bodhi tree, gazing up, "The sky is so blue today..."

"A fish understands right from wrong so well, it is truly impressive!" After expressing her thoughts, she suddenly remembered something and looked around, "Where is your servant? Why haven't I seen him for half a day?"

The six realms have all heard of it, which is not particularly surprising news

A hint of cloudiness flickered in Yun Yue's eyes as she sighed, "Yes, perhaps we really were once a family..."

What is a snakehead fish? Long-term affection always fails to clarify the types of aquatic creatures, "Is it the offspring of a snake and a fish?"