Tathagata Buddha made a breakthrough, becoming Supreme.
The stunningly beautiful Shao Siming showed a hint of a smile as she thought of a solution.
Powerful beings from the Three Realms all turned their eyes toward Mount Ling.
They all sensed that someone had become Supreme.
"It’s Tathagata Buddha."
Zhenyuan’s heart stirred, his expression tinged with envy.
The Supreme Realm, where he had cultivated for countless years, yet had never hoped to enter.
Now even Tathagata Buddha, a newer being, had become Supreme.
With Tathagata Buddha’s breakthrough, the people of Heavenly Court were both shocked and delighted.
They looked to Great Emperor Ziwei, wanting to know his current thoughts.
But, there was no discernible change in Great Emperor Ziwei’s expression, as if he felt nothing about Tathagata Buddha’s breakthrough.
The immortals’ expressions remained unchanged, but they speculated about Great Emperor Ziwei’s thoughts in their hearts.
Now that even Tathagata Buddha had made a breakthrough, what would the thoughts of this Supreme Being of the Three Realms be?
After all, Great Emperor Ziwei was not yet Supreme.
He had once been called the weakest Supreme Being in history by Shao Siming.
Moreover, Tathagata Buddha harbored ambitions to use Mount Ling to replace Heavenly Court.
Now that Tathagata Buddha had made a breakthrough, while Great Emperor Ziwei was still a Sub-Paramount, would he feel threatened?
Seeing no thoughts revealed on Great Emperor Ziwei’s face, they turned their gaze to Yang Jian.
Still expressionless.
Some immortals could not help but lament; it was exceedingly difficult to discern the thoughts of these powerful leaders from their inscrutable facades.
At that moment, Sa Shoujian stepped forward, his voice tinged with concern: "Buddha has become Supreme, how should our Heavenly Court treat him? Please, Your Majesty, instruct us."
Everyone perked up, as someone finally dared to ask the question.
They looked to Great Emperor Ziwei, awaiting his answer.
Great Emperor Ziwei smiled faintly, replying, "Tathagata Buddha achieving Supreme status is certainly a good thing. Our side of Heavenly Court now has another Supreme powerhouse. We have extra support in any struggles against unruly elements. This is a good thing."
Sa Shoujian was taken aback, but he continued, "I fear that Tathagata Buddha, restless in silence, may not be willing to stay in his current position and might covet the heavens."
Great Emperor Ziwei offered a faint smile, "Rest assured, I naturally trust in Tathagata Buddha’s loyalty."
Sa Shoujian gave a wry smile, thinking the answer was a bit too official.
However, in this court, even if Great Emperor Ziwei held reservations, he could not openly admit them without causing the other immortals to feel that he lacked magnanimity.
At this time, Yang Jian spoke up, his voice calm: "Master Sa, be at ease. Regardless of who wishes to rebel and strive for the heavens, I will not spare them. They shall be killed."
At Yang Jian’s words brimming with murderous intent, Sa Shoujian was slightly startled, then remembered that Heavenly Court was no longer as it had been.
Setting aside the Water God and Eastern King, this man alone had joined forces with the Great Sage Equalling Heaven, and they could suppress any Supreme being.
Two Supremes had already fallen by their hands.
Even if Tathagata Buddha became Supreme, there was no need for concern.
If he dared to harbor any thoughts, it’s likely he would be pressed to death by Great Sage Equalling Heaven and Yang Jian.
Sa Shoujian smiled, saying: "It is I who am dull-witted, overly concerned."
Having said this, he retreated.
At this point, the other immortals also came to a realization.
Heavenly Court now possessed the power to slay Supreme beings, unlike before.
Even if Tathagata Buddha truly harbored other intentions, he would be suppressed.
Today’s Heavenly Court was different from the past; it was not the same as before.
Seeing Sa Shoujian withdraw,
Great Emperor Ziwei instructed: "Yang Jian, prepare a generous gift to send to the Grand Sorcerer, congratulating him on his ascension to Supreme."
Venus Taibai’s heart stirred; such tasks were generally his to do, weren’t they?
Having Yang Jian send the gift seemed too much for the occasion.
Even for Tathagata Buddha’s ascension to Supreme, it was the same.
Yang Jian, as the Judicial Deity, had seen his authority extended by Great Emperor Ziwei.
Now Yang Jian could be considered the Second Heavenly Emperor.
If it was just to offer congratulations, it would be quite suitable for Venus Taibai, the head of the Heavenly Court’s civil officials, to go.
Even if Master Sa were to go, it wouldn’t be deemed rude.
But now, Yang Jian was chosen to go instead.
Great Emperor Ziwei was still not entirely at ease with Tathagata Buddha, it was a form of deterrence and warning.
Venus Taibai’s heart jumped, realizing Great Emperor Ziwei was indeed not at ease with Tathagata Buddha.
With Yang Jian having slain two Supremes, Tathagata Buddha would hardly dare to entertain any clever ideas upon seeing Yang Jian.
Even if he did nurture any thoughts, he would have to rein them in.
Unless he truly did not wish to live.
The other immortals, being astute, wore odd expressions, probably understanding Great Emperor Ziwei’s mindset as well.
It seemed that Great Emperor Ziwei was only indifferent on the surface.
Regarding Tathagata Buddha’s ascension to Supreme, he was indeed concerned.
There was happiness, but surely there was also caution and vigilance.
After all, Tathagata Buddha had previously been ambitious, and it was only due to various chance occurrences that he hasn’t succeeded already.
Atop Huaguo Mountain, Sun Wukong also sensed Tathagata’s breakthrough.
He revealed a surprised look; the Old Bald Donkey had truly succeeded.
"Such a strong momentum, Great Saint, has someone become Supreme?"
Nu Ba inquired, curious.
Sun Wukong nodded slightly, saying: "It’s Tathagata Buddha’s breakthrough."
Nu Ba showed surprise, then her face reflected concern.