Chapter 1131: They Really Gave It to Me
Jiang Cheng also knows this might be asking ’a bit too much’.
So he doesn’t insist too much.
"Anyway, I’m not originally one of you from the Celestial Palace."
"I’m just here by chance, that’s all."
"If you need me to help with the act, then make sure to pay me well. If you can’t accept that, then let’s go our separate ways."
"I don’t really care."
He made it clear.
"Anyway, within three hours, either give me the highest position, at least equal to the Celestial Emperor."
"Or I leave."
The five Divine Monarchs almost exploded with anger because of him.
If it weren’t for the fact that this guy was crucial and couldn’t be killed for now, they would have destroyed Brother Cheng a thousand times over.
However, mere anger was of no use.
Giving Brother Cheng a position equal to the Celestial Emperor is impossible.
Moreover, the five of them didn’t even have an imperial rank themselves, where would they get that authority?
The five can only report the situation upwards.
The Ten Celestial Emperors rotate every billion years, and the current ruler is the Emperor of Void, who holds the Celestial Dao Supreme Treasure ’Rebirth Banner’.
Besides him, currently, both Life Emperor and Emperor Xiu have left a trace of Divine Thought outside.
Reporting upwards means reporting to these three Great Emperors, letting them decide this matter.
"Humph, if the three Great Emperors and other Divine Monarchs ultimately decide to execute this kid, make sure not to compete with me!"
King Shi stared intently at Sect Leader Jiang, who was carefree.
"When the time comes, I want to personally eliminate him!"
The others knew he was just venting.
Upstairs, they shouldn’t disregard the gambling stakes from the Evil Immortal Realm.
However, it’s even less likely they’d agree to let someone at the Emperor Realm Eighth Layer suddenly reach such a high position.
That would completely disrupt the rules of the Celestial Palace.
People below wouldn’t accept it.
Time just slipped away bit by bit.
Two full hours later, they finally received the result of the Celestial Emperor’s deliberation.
Looking at the orders transmitted on the Jade Talisman, the five Divine Monarchs were dumbfounded, unable to digest it for a moment.
"What’s wrong?"
"You all look like your wives were snatched away."
Brother Cheng curiously leaned over.
The five Divine Monarchs, perhaps too shocked, didn’t stop him.
The Jade Talisman displayed a long string of text.
The beginning was filled with flowery and flattering words, praising Jiang Cheng’s excellence and how the Celestial Palace was going to reward him.
The last two sentences were key.
"Upon entering the Celestial Palace, Jiang Cheng’s official rank is Hidden Emperor."
"Transcending all ranks, no other Immortal Official controls him!"
"However, as a Hidden Emperor, he remains invisible and shall not interfere with other Immortal Officials."
After a brief shock, the several Divine Monarchs gradually came to their senses.
The Celestial Palace’s decree, in plain human terms, awarded Jiang Cheng an extremely high official title—Hidden Emperor.
In the Celestial Palace, no Immortal Official can surpass him.
But on the other hand, he also has no power to oversee any Immortal Official.
In simple terms, he received an honorary but empty title.
Brother Cheng himself was a bit taken aback.
An honorary title without any real power—how does this feel a bit like the ’Great Sage Equalling Heaven’ from another world?
King Shi and Prince Yi naturally felt very discontent inside.
According to the decree, Jiang Cheng’s nominal status is higher than those Divine Monarchs.
He really stands shoulder to shoulder with the Celestial Emperor.
Where could you possibly argue this?
He’s only at the Emperor Realm Eighth Layer!
But this is the Celestial Emperor’s wish, and they dare not defy it.
Considering it’s just an honorary title without real power, they reluctantly came to accept it somewhat.
"Are you satisfied now?"
"To tell you the truth, this is already the bottom line!"
"Don’t think about gaining more power. To grant you the title of Hidden Emperor is already an act of grace by the Celestial Emperor!"
Brother Cheng was actually very satisfied inside, joy blossomed.
What did he want?
Just a title, right?
To have the face, the prestige in place is all that matters.
Truth be told, he doesn’t even want to handle any matters.
But outwardly, he naturally had to make a show of it.
"Tsk tsk tsk, your Celestial Palace is really stingy."
"I’m supposed to be shoulder to shoulder with the Celestial Emperor, yet I can’t even command a Junior Immortal Official?"
"As a resounding Hidden Emperor, shouldn’t I at least have my own subordinates?"
"If nothing else, surely a few maidservants should be possible?"
"Otherwise, how does this look?"
The five Divine Monarchs really thought he was strongly dissatisfied.
"Kid, don’t push your luck!"
"As already told, this empty title is the bottom line!"
"Want us to assign people to serve as your attendants? Dream on, don’t even think about it!"
Brother Cheng didn’t expect his casual remark might actually hold some potential.
"Then if my charismatic persona really stands out, what if some Immortal Officials cry and plead to follow me?"
Hah!
The five Divine Monarchs, who were originally filled with anger, directly laughed hearing this.
Although it was a mocking laugh.
"If you truly have that ability, then go ahead."
King Shi glanced at him, mocking: "Anyhow, your rank as Hidden Emperor is extremely high. Recruit as many as you want, we’ll see if you can."
Brother Cheng shrugged.
"Alright then, this is what you said."
After which, the five Divine Monarchs lifted the barrier and reappeared outside.
The people outside had been waiting for so long, they almost wilted like flowers.
They had no idea what had just happened inside.
But with five Divine Monarchs present, no one dared to behave rashly.
Except for Qiu Yuxuan.
She was always mindful of the wager she made with Jiang Cheng earlier.
If she wins, it’s a turn-around for her, and she can repay Jiang Cheng for all the grievances she suffered before.
How wonderful!
"You finally came out!"
Her gaze fixated firmly on Jiang Cheng as if worried he might flee.
"Did you think stalling for time would let you escape?"
In her eyes, nothing else matters, not even the Divine Monarchs.
Only this matter is most important.
"Isn’t it time to reveal?"
Brother Cheng looked at her with a face full of sympathy.
Originally you could indeed win.
But sadly, not even in dreams could you guess what had just happened.
Now Brother is the Hidden Emperor!
Equal to the Celestial Emperor, a status you can’t match even if you chase with all your might.
"Sigh..."
He deliberately sighed: "Do you really want to send it so eagerly?"
"Don’t say useless things!"
Qiu Yuxuan impatiently interrupted him.
"At this stage, stop trying to play tricks with me, whatever you say now is useless!"
She was eager to press Jiang Cheng’s neck, dragging him forward to verify the Identity Jade Talisman.
And on the side, those Daoist Venerable and Supreme, though not daring to speak in front of the Divine Monarchs, were all full of schadenfreude.
If Jiang Cheng loses, he’ll have to kneel and apologize to them.
"Alright then."
Brother Cheng shook his head in regret.
Then threw his Identity Jade Talisman into the detecting Immortal Array.
Soon, a purple radiance shot skyward!
Straight to the Ninth Heaven!
Thunder rumbled faintly in the sky, auspicious clouds spread far and wide...
In this moment, the entire Celestial Palace shook.
Some younger Immortal Officials looked up, full of confusion!
"What’s happening?"
"Is there a change in the Celestial Palace?"
However, those veteran Immortal Officials who’ve been in the Celestial Palace for tens or hundreds of billions of years were utterly shocked and amazed.
"Isn’t this an anomaly that only occurs when the Celestial Emperor changes?"