Palace of the Polestar.

Many cultivators from various factions arrived here.

Looking at what was once the territory of the Pure Land, the crowd was deeply shaken.

This world hadn't suffered much loss, and amidst the throng, they even spotted familiar faces from the former Pure Land.

What does this signify?

The Donghua Heavenly Court had easily seized the Pure Land and won over many hearts, leaving them utterly devoted.

The former suggests they possess profound cultivation, while the latter indicates Donghua Heavenly Court excels at winning hearts and minds.

Either one is enough to prove the power of this faction.

Aside from the Seven Gods Realm, representatives from each faction took their seats. None of the leaders came, which is understandable; after all, they're on another's turf, and rushing over hastily might risk falling into a trap.

Sending individuals of high status is already a show of proper respect to the Donghua Heavenly Court.

Leading the Heavenly God Realm is Bai Zhu, the Earth Deity Realm is represented by a water god named Tang, who had a peculiar appearance, wielding a long serpent formed from the steam of rivers and mountains; he likely was not of human origin.

The Demon Realm was represented by a stone figure, a body entirely composed of dark red molten lava. Just standing there emanated a torrential heat.

These titans in the mortal world would be catastrophic disasters; it's fortunate that the Palace of the Polestar could accommodate them.

Soon, the Shenxiao Heavenly Emperor arrived alongside Mao Gu.

"It's him!"

Amidst the crowd, Bai Zhu exclaimed in surprise—the arrogant figure from last time was the Shenxiao Heavenly Emperor.

The other True Immortal appeared to be slightly weaker in presence that day as well.

Why didn't the other one come?

Bai Zhu speculated that it might be to keep their trump card hidden and preserve a sense of mystery.

He didn't doubt the existence of the other True Immortal; if one appeared, the other must naturally be real.

At any rate, a faction boasting two True Immortals warrants significant attention. Bai Zhu resolved to relay this news to the Heavenly Emperor.

The feast commenced.

The Donghua Heavenly Court, including Song Lin, totaled eight Heavenly Immortals.

Apart from Mao Ying, most of the powerhouses were present.

Song Lin seized the moment to confer rewards upon those who had made achievements.

"Yangg Jian, Wen Zhong, Li Erlang have slain Buddha and are rewarded with one Immortal Pill each."

Song Lin materialized an official decree.

The Heavenly Official presented three Immortal Pills to the trio.

"Chiyou and Heavenly Mechanism, for their exemplary leadership, are awarded two Immortal Pills."

With this round of rewards, Song Lin's previous stash was instantly depleted.

However, the total was fewer than twenty pills.

These pills were relatively commonplace Immortal Pills, with moderate difficulty in refinement and limited functionality, but they nonetheless possessed immense benefits for cultivation.

The moment the Immortal Pills were produced, a wondrous fragrance filled the Palace of the Polestar. Regardless of their Taoist Realm, all present felt a sense of cultivation growth from the Pill Hua.

This was truly authentic Immortal Pill.

The representatives from the three major factions were shocked by Song Lin's magnanimity.

To casually grant Immortal Pills—was this a facade of wealth or a genuine display of deep reserves?

"These Immortal Pills were refined by none other than myself. If any of you wish for similar, you're welcome to bring me the materials, and I will refine Immortal Pills for you."

"As many as we want?" Bai Zhu inquired.

This was no less than Immortal Pill—among the five Middle Thousand Forces, almost none could refine Immortal Pills, and acquiring them required serendipitous opportunities in the Great Thousand World.

"Naturally not. A maximum of ten pills can be refined every hundred years. You may negotiate the distribution amongst yourselves. Except, of course, the Seven Gods Realm."

This snubbed faction had provided Song Lin with ample justification for future military action.

"Very well, our Heavenly God Realm will take six, and the other two may each have two," Bai Zhu said to the others.

The Water God and Molten Lava Demon were displeased but acquiesced with no choice left.

Such were the domineering ways of the Heavenly God Realm.

Song Lin shook his head with a smile and said, "My fault, my fault—I didn't think this through. How about this: six pills for each of you, delivered within 120 years. Let's not harm the camaraderie, shall we?"

"Many thanks, Heavenly Emperor."

The two were jubilant.

With six Immortal Pills, they could each obtain at least one.

"Moreover, would you care for these pills as well?"

Song Lin produced a vial of pills, which the Heavenly Official distributed among the trio.

Bai Zhu poured out one pill, finding it remarkably unique, featuring nine apertures from which Purple Qi emanated vigorously.

"This is a Spirit Pill? No, how could its potency be so strong?" remarked the Water God.

"Indeed, it's a Spirit Pill—but it's the Donghua Heavenly Court's exclusive Nine-Transformation Spirit Pill, with potency comparable to Immortal Pills, yet priced at just one-twentieth. Would this interest you?"

"Of course."

"Our realm as well."

"Excellent. You may discuss purchase arrangements with the relevant Immortal Officials shortly."

Through these offerings, the Donghua Heavenly Court garnered goodwill from the Earth Deity Realm and Demon Realm.

The Donghua Heavenly Emperor appeared easygoing, far more approachable than the Golden Que Heavenly Court. Consequently, dealing with them seemed preferable. Such were their musings.

Perhaps the Donghua Heavenly Court replacing the Pure Land wasn't a bad thing.

Unbeknownst to them, Song Lin had subtly gained their support with his gestures.

This banquet, after all, was no mere social gathering—it carried undertones of mutual probing.

The actions of the emissaries sent by the leaders would inevitably influence their decisions. Song Lin's tactful display of goodwill, sacrificing a small portion to secure time for development, was a calculated move.

Moreover, he adhered to a principle: in Middle Thousand expansion, conflict didn't always have to be life-and-death. Having others willingly join or temporarily form alliances was also an option.

After all, the Great Thousand World was so vast, rapid expansion sometimes necessitated a few allies.

Soon, the banquet concluded.

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