The Lingxiao Palace, with its golden palaces and jade roofs, has bright steps and is the place where all the gods come to pay homage.

After the gods and immortals paid homage, all the super-ranking immortal officials in the heavenly court and great Taoist virtues above the level of Golden Immortals in the Jambu world were arranged into immortal classes to listen respectfully to the Dharma.

The Great Emperor Ziwei said, "The reason for calling the court meeting ahead of schedule is because a major event has occurred within the Three Realms. Ever since the Primordial Chaos Demon mobilized its calamity power and brought down the 'Great Calamity of Absolute Heaven,' countless demon species have been born within the Three Realms. Two days ago, the demon species were first discovered in Xiniu Hezhou, inhabiting the bodies of six Buddhist disciples. They were later killed by guest officials from the 'Guqiu Temple' of Xiniu Hezhou. However, after the death of the Buddhist monks these demon species inhabited, they were transformed into demon corpses by the demon species, and they only seek out immortal officials to attack. Dozens of land gods, mountain gods, and water gods have already been attacked and killed in Xiniu Hezhou."

Upon hearing the words of the Purple Star Emperor, the immortals in the Lingxiao Palace suddenly became agitated. Soon, the Pagoda-Bearing Heavenly King stepped out and reported, "Your Majesty, the Purple Star Emperor, this is a demon seed. The Heavenly Court should send heavenly soldiers to kill it with the power of thunder."

But just as the Pagoda-Bearing Heavenly King finished speaking, Zhuang Zhou, the Emperor of Nanhua, one of the Nine Emperors of the Divine Sky, said, "Does Li Tianwang know how this demon seed was created?"

Upon hearing this, the Pagoda-Bearing Heavenly King was slightly startled, then bowed to Zhuang Zhou and said, "I dare to ask the Emperor Nanhua for guidance."

Zhuang Zhou said, "This demon seed didn't descend from the sky, nor did it originate from the earth. Instead, it was born from the Dao hearts of mortal cultivators. Anyone who harbors the seven emotions and six desires, and anyone who violates the rules and precepts of heaven, will have demon seeds born from their Dao hearts. In this case, even if Heaven sends out countless heavenly soldiers, it will be of no avail."

After hearing this, Tota-Bearing Heavenly King finally reacted. It was indeed true. If the demons came from outside, then the Heavenly Court could easily send heavenly soldiers and generals to wipe them out.

But if the demon seeds are born from the hearts of cultivators, then you can't send out heavenly soldiers and generals to guard every cultivator, right? Besides, even if the Heavenly Court is willing to do so, it doesn't have that many heavenly soldiers.

Thinking of this, Pagoda-Bearing Heavenly King asked again: "Is there any way to identify the cultivator whose heart has given birth to a demon seed?"

Zhuang Zhou nodded and said, "Of course, there are ways to identify them. Cultivators who have developed demonic seeds within their Dao hearts will radiate demonic energy, depending on the size of their demonic seeds. The smaller the demonic seeds, the weaker the demonic energy, which can be concealed with magic. However, the larger the demonic seeds, the stronger the demonic energy, which can no longer be concealed. Cultivators with demonic seeds within their Dao hearts will gradually become possessed by the devil, ultimately falling into the path of demonic power. If they die along the way, they will transform directly into demonic corpses, seeking out immortal officials with the aura of the Immortal Official Jade Book to attack."

At this time, Emperor Tongxuan Xin Jiran added, "No matter what level of cultivation a cultivator who has given birth to a demon seed in their heart had during their lifetime, after death they will become a demon corpse of the True Immortal Realm. Their flesh will be made of steel and iron, and they will be able to spew out demonic insects. If a demonic insect burrows into a mortal cultivator, it will suck away all the blood, flesh, and vitality, eventually killing them and destroying their Tao. The demonic insect will then transform into a demon that harms the world."

Emperor Kang Sangzi of the Cave Spirit said, "Everyone, please be careful. The demon insect is most vulnerable when it's outside. It must be incinerated with various types of true fire and divine fire that can restrain evil demonic energy. Once it comes into contact with your flesh, it will instantly enter your body and there's no way to force it out. You can only let it suck you dry, and your body and spirit will disappear."

Hearing the words of Emperor Dongling, everyone present gasped. At this time, Xu Ji Chongying Zhenren Magu asked: "Excuse me, Emperor Dongling, is there no way to defend against this demon insect?"

Emperor Dongling said: "Only those who have achieved the Dao of Taiyi Golden Immortal and the physical body above Xuanli Martial God can be fearless."

"There is another way," said Emperor Chongxu Liezi Yukou, "that is to frequently envelop your body with the Demon-Repelling True Fire and the Divine Fire, and you will be free from worry."

Magu nodded when she heard this. If that was the case, there was no need to be so afraid.

At this time, the Pagoda-Bearing Heavenly King reported to the Purple Star Emperor: "Your Majesty, the Purple Star Emperor, I have something to report."

"Approved." said the Emperor of Purple Star.

The Pagoda-Bearing Heavenly King said, "I believe that we can issue an imperial decree ordering Taoist and Buddhist monks to enter the world and convert those monks whose hearts have given rise to demons. The Heavenly Court can commend them for their merits and grant them the authority to issue 'approval documents'."

After hearing the report from the Pagoda-Bearing Heavenly King, all the gods in the Lingxiao Palace expressed their agreement. Due to their special nature, it was naturally impossible for the heavenly soldiers to be dispatched in large numbers at will.

Then at this time, the Taoist and Buddhist monks can come in handy again, especially those who have been preaching in the mortal world for many years and have rich personal experience in preaching and slaying demons and monsters in the world. It can be said that they are the best candidates to do this kind of thing.

"This is a very good idea." When Hou Tu Emperor heard the advice from Tota Heavenly King, he immediately nodded and said.

At this time, the Purple Star Emperor looked at the Holy Mother Wudang who was sitting cross-legged in the sky and asked, "What do you think, fellow Daoist?"

Not all of the Taoist Daluo Jinxian will be present at the small court meeting in Heaven. The twelve Taoist Daluo Jinxian will take turns to participate in the small court meeting. Each Daluo Jinxian on duty can make a decision on behalf of Taoism based on the matters discussed at the small court meeting. No matter it is right or wrong, once the decision is made, it cannot be changed, and the other Daluo Jinxian must also acknowledge and implement it.

After hearing Ziwei Emperor's question, Wu Dang Holy Mother pondered for a moment, then nodded and said, "Exorcising demons and defending the Way is the bounden duty of my disciples. During this time of the 'Great Disaster of Absolute Heaven' and the surge of demonic evil, my disciples should step forward and eliminate the demonic evil for all living beings."

Hearing the words of the Holy Mother Wu Dang, the Emperor Ziwei, the Emperor Hou Tu, and the Lady Jiu Tian Xuan Nu said in unison: "Good."

Then, the Lady of the Nine Heavens said, "You can order the disciples of the Daoist and Buddhist sects to present their certificates of initiation and ordination to the local land temples, burn incense, and pray. The Four Heavenly Lords will then receive the incense and grant the order, affixing their seals to their certificates and granting them the authority to 'approve' them, so that their merits can be recorded."

Emperor Ziwei nodded and said, "Good."

Then, the Emperor Hou Tu continued, "You can order the Tiangong Academy to speed up the refining of the Demon-Repelling Talisman and the Demon-Exorcising Powder, and put them into the divine talismans of the immortal officials of the four continents and the heavens of the Three Realms. They will be available for purchase by all people and demon cultivators in the Three Realms. The price should not be too high. One Demon-Repelling Talisman is worth ten robbery jades, and one Demon-Exorcising Powder is worth one bottle of robbery jade."

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