Then, Lord Haotian said, "Emperor Hongqing Fangjian is a truly pure immortal minister. Fellow Daoist has just ascended the throne and is soaring into the sky. If something becomes difficult to control, only Emperor Hongqing can assist Fellow Daoist in stabilizing the situation."

After hearing what Lord Haotian said, Jiang Daoren was a little puzzled and said, "I heard that there are also Five Imperial Emperors in Heaven."

The Lord of Heaven said, "Of the Five Heavenly Emperors, four have been included in the Conferred God List and are no longer involved in worldly affairs. The Fifth Heavenly Emperor, the Mysterious Lady of the Nine Heavens, possesses great talent and wisdom, and is a guardian of the world with her bravery. All the gods and immortals in the heavens revere her. I'm afraid I can't control her. However, the Mysterious Lady of the Nine Heavens practices the Way of Heaven and prioritizes all sentient beings in the Three Realms. However, I'm afraid that Taoism, Buddhism, and other religions may hinder her. Therefore, I recommend the Emperor of Hongqing to you. With the Emperor of Hongqing's assistance, everything will be smooth sailing. I hope you won't have any doubts."

Jiang Daoren's expression grew solemn upon hearing this. He naturally had no doubts about the Lord of Heaven, so he bowed and said, "Thank you, Lord of Heaven, for your guidance. Daoren will faithfully follow your words."

Lord Haotian nodded slightly, then looked at Fang Jian and said, "Fang Jian, I will not give you any more instructions. You should assist the new Great Celestial Venerable in stabilizing the Three Realms and governing all living beings. When his merits are fulfilled, you and I will meet again in the 'Upper Realm'."

After he finished speaking, the figure of Lord Haotian and the golden light gradually dimmed. After three breaths, the golden light and the incarnation of Lord Haotian disappeared into thin air, leaving no trace.

"Farewell to Lord Haotian." Jiang Daoren and Fang Jian bid farewell to Lord Haotian in unison, one after the other.

Jiang Daoren then heard Fang Jian's firm, solemn voice behind him, as if he was making an oath: "Your servant Fang Jian, I will obey the decree of the Lord of Heaven!"

Fang Jian then stood up, walked to Jiang Daoren, and bowed solemnly, saying, "Your servant Fang Jian pays homage to the Great Celestial Venerable."

Jiang Daoren extended his hands to help Fang Jian up, then said in a mellow, spring-like voice, "Emperor Hongqing, I deeply believe in the words of the Lord of Heaven. From now on, I will be in trouble with you, Emperor Hongqing."

Fang Jian said, "I will do my utmost to assist the Great Celestial Lord in ruling the world and bringing peace to all living beings."

(There is another chapter to come)