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"Heaven’s Court will not be open to ordinary citizens for now!"

Chen Qing’s new rule leaves everyone unsurprised yet somewhat surprised; Chen Qing has always been a leader who favors ordinary people, but now it seems he is setting a threshold for Heaven’s Court.

"The welfare in Jiangnan is already enough for ordinary people to live well." Chen Qing ignored the strange looks from others and said indifferently, "The quality of Spiritual Energy in Heaven’s Court is useless to ordinary citizens anyway. To enjoy it, one must have enough Virtue Power."

"How is this assessed?" Shen Er frowned and asked.

"Every industry has its standards." Chen Qing looked below and said, "For merchants, the more taxes paid, the more Virtue they have. As long as one commits no crimes, they can bring their immediate family within three generations to Heaven’s Court, and return to Hell Ruler’s reincarnation after living a full life. "

"Other industries are the same. Soldiers with enough military achievements can enjoy this treatment, Immortal Farmers with sufficient supply can also count good agricultural products into their merit, and workers from all sectors have the chance. With enough Virtue Power, one can settle in Heaven’s Court. "

"The rich aura of Heaven’s Court might allow one to go further, and live longer; it all depends on personal destiny."

The Shen Family exchanged looks, and even the newcomer Xuu Hu nodded slightly.

This is rather fine; even for someone like Xuu Hu, from a humble background, there was no expectation for absolute fairness in the world.

A good life is earned through effort; though personal talents and some opportunities shape individual differences, as long as the path to advancement is transparent and fair enough, it is quite decent.

"As for the official positions in Heaven’s Court, there are several main directions for now.

" Chen Qing spoke, "First, the chief responsible for Heaven’s Court’s Great Formation, jointly managed by Ziyue and Ziwei.

Additional Spatial Sorcerers will be recruited later to improve the formation.

Any Magic Officer entering the Great Formation must be highly accomplished, at least extraordinary First Rank, and will be granted partial transmission authority for later military and official affairs movement. "

Three-Eyed’s eyes brightened upon hearing this; this is a plan to delegate power!

The Spatial Great Formation used to be restricted tightly by Elder Long, only activated with his approval, making the procedure quite cumbersome, with Elder Long’s approval and Ziwei personally starting the formation.

But such a complex formation places all the pressure on Ziwei, as each activation consumes a lot from Ziwei and, due to undivided authority, expends many resources every time it starts.

This created many inconveniences, allowing only significant matters to initiate transmission to the lower realm, making minor battles or trivial affairs hard to manage.

This led to Heaven’s Court and the ground’s bases often being discontinuous, causing various inconveniences later.

Yet Elder Long was reluctant to delegate power, fearing others might exploit this for some stealthy deeds, which indeed could foster some grey industries; after all, it’s handled by humans, and as long as they’re human, greed inevitably arises, with some resorting to power abuse.

But not delegating due to this concern brings losses rather than gains.

In the past, Chen Qing persuaded him, but unfortunately, Elder Long remained unwilling to relinquish this control after thorough consideration. Chen Qing truly has the courage now.

"Those responsible for the Great Formation, called Star Masters and Star Lords, I’ll discuss the specific scopes and permissions later."

"Is..."

"Next is the military positions, with ten slots for the Twenty-Eight Constellations, the remaining delegated to trusted elders for promotion. Xuu Hu, Tian Heng, and all the Hell Rulers; if there are good candidates below, recommend them up for evaluation, and the final slots shall be determined."

Chen Qing weighed before, considering the Twenty-Eight Constellations very crucial, ensuring the selection is proper. His people must also convince the elders over there.

The original position of White Tiger remains, as her qualifications are superior, and she actively sought allegiance, but her attributes conflict with Murong Yunji.

Thinking of this, Chen Qing looked at White Tiger, "I have someone under me with exceptional Wind Technique, highly gifted, most suited for your role as White Tiger Star Officer."

Upon hearing this, White Tiger felt a significant unease, "Does the master mean I should abdicate for someone more capable?"

"It’s up to your opinion." Chen Qing sincerely said, "If you agree, you can replace the former position of Wang Lingguan, overseeing the Imperial Army, or assume one of the Four Major Tianmen positions; choose as you please."

White Tiger’s eyes lit up upon hearing this exchange, which seemed fair.

She knows some Divine Path Sect’s rules, that higher positions enjoy more Power of Faith, being no empty position but aiding greatly in personal cultivation and enhancement; Heaven’s Court internally, already superior to the Twenty-Eight Constellations.

"May I ask, if I come to the Inner Court, what about my former subordinates..."

"Naturally, you can transfer them, for the Inner Court also lacks manpower, but if they follow you up, the Twenty-Eight Constellation spots should be vacated."

"That’s natural!" White Tiger instantly smiled and nodded, Chen Qing showed great sincerity, offering a high position while allowing her to bring subordinates along for the transfer; this is certainly no secret demotion but a definitive promotion, what’s the harm?

Thinking for a moment, she said, "Wang Lingguan’s position doesn’t suit me; if possible, I wish to serve at the Northern Gate."

"Alright..." Chen Qing smiled and nodded, "Then you shall henceforth be the Northern Heavenly King."

"Thank you, Master!" White Tiger was instantly overjoyed.

The Heavenly King’s position has authority far greater than a Star Lord, recruiting up to ten thousand Heavenly Soldiers with considerable sovereignty. Chen Qing began with such favor; naturally, one must reciprocate.

"Rest assured, Master; I certainly won’t disappoint you."

Chen Qing smiled and nodded, "Then Wang Lingguan’s position will be replaced by Ghost Doll, conveniently binding his soul to the Heavenly Palace.

The White Tiger Star Officer position will be taken by Murong Yunji, and Weichi Feihong will assume the Xuanwu Star Officer role.

For the Star Leader under my command, there are ten slots; discuss among yourselves, recommending qualified subordinates for promotion. "

"Yes!" Weichi Feihong and Murong Yunji were overjoyed.

Previously lacking sufficient troops, now with appointments, they have their own forces, and in future big battles, they won’t have to watch others fight while being sidelined anymore.

"The Vermilion Bird position is temporarily on hold, with White Tiger’s Deputy Officer being Shen Yuan."

"Yes..." Shen Yuan promptly clasped hands but was somewhat troubled as his mother was just settling in the Nanming Prefecture, now required to ascend to Heaven’s Court, which could be lonely.

"Your mother can stay in the lower realm for now until the Heaven’s Court gets lively before bringing her up." Chen Qing immediately understood what he was thinking.

"Thank you, Master."

"Next is the various Heavenly Monarch positions in Heaven’s Court, overseeing promotions, law, and affairs respectively..."

Chen Qing looked at the Shen Family members, "What are your thoughts?"

The most qualified candidates within the influence to assume these roles are the Shen Family members, but accepting means giving up the accumulated power at Hell Ruler; for a moment, even the Shen Family members, understanding the necessity of choosing wisely, are caught in a dilemma.