Chapter 549: 'Magnanimous' Li Changgeng

Chapter 549: 'Generous' Li Changgeng

Li Changgeng was indeed quite magnanimous towards his enemies.

After the war with the Western Sect, he dispatched armies of heavenly soldiers and heavenly generals to meticulously search for every living being that had been assimilated by the Western Sect within the captured territories, including those from the four continents. Each and every one of them was liberated from the control of the Western Sect's scriptures.

This was a great deed.

The disciples of the Western Sect who were still alive, including those who had been resisting stubbornly and were then captured, or those who had quickly surrendered and were subsequently arrested, all had their cultivation bases sealed. They were then sent, one by one, to a remote Great Thousand World under the control of the Heavenly Courts.

They were sent there to perform manual labor and assist with the resource collection. This was the Heavenly Courts' punishment for them.

Those who had caused significant harm were subject to more severe punishments. Those who had committed major crimes were sent to the Eighteen Layers of Hell under the control of the Heavenly Courts.

The entire process was very much by the book.

After conquering the territories, they were integrated into the management system of the Heavenly Courts.

A large number of Heavenly Courts' civil officials and military generals were dispatched to these territories.

The former Western Sect was completely disbanded. The entire 'Great Teaching,' which had been passed down since the ancient times, simply vanished overnight.

Those who had joined the Western Sect because of its power and prestige had suffered immense losses.

The disciples of the Western Sect were truly pitiful. Their lives had been difficult before, and now they faced such a fate.

However, there were still quite a few people who expressed understanding, or even celebrated, the demise of the Western Sect.

When Li Changgeng returned to the Heavenly Courts with his troops, the celebrations throughout the heavenly realm lasted for ten days and ten nights.

The various deities and celestial beings from all the continents, including those from the South, North, and East, sent congratulatory gifts to the Heavenly Courts. The Heavenly Emperor was overjoyed, and the Grand Emperor of the Arctic was so elated he could hardly speak.

The prestige of the Heavenly Courts soared.

And among all the deities, the name of the Grand White Star, Li Changgeng, resounded throughout the three realms, eclipsing all others.

He was hailed as the cornerstone of the Heavenly Courts, a pillar of strength for the three realms. His achievements were so numerous it was difficult to count them all.

And after this war, the Heavenly Courts no longer had any significant external threats.

The Western Sect was completely defeated.

The Demon Court had already been wiped out by the Witch and Demon races.

The powerful Witch race was now the Witch Realm, and their influence had significantly weakened.

The Dragon race had already submitted to the Heavenly Courts in the ancient past.

As for the few remaining ancient powers, none of them dared to challenge the Heavenly Courts. The battle against the Western Sect was a clear demonstration of the Heavenly Courts' power.

This was the peak of the Heavenly Courts' power since its establishment, and it was all thanks to the efforts of the Grand White Star, Li Changgeng.

The Heavenly Courts had successfully consolidated its power and had brought order to the three realms.

This was undoubtedly a tremendous achievement.

However, for the Grand White Star, Li Changgeng, life remained much the same.

After returning to the Heavenly Courts, he first wrote a comprehensive report on the war.

He then went to the Grand Pure Temple to meet with the Heavenly Emperor and the Grand Emperor of the Arctic to discuss the post-war arrangements.

The distribution of power and the placement of officials in the newly acquired territories were all handled according to Li Changgeng's arrangements.

These arrangements were fair and just, and everyone was satisfied.

After the arrangements were finalized, Li Changgeng went into seclusion in the Grand White Palace for a period of time. He needed to recover from the war and also further refine his own understanding of the Dao.

During his seclusion, he also instructed his disciples.

The most frequent visitor to the Grand White Palace was Yun Xiao.

They often discussed the Dao, and sometimes they would walk hand in hand in the gardens, enjoying the tranquility.

Their relationship had become more and more natural, and their affection for each other had grown deeper.

Bi Xiao and Qiong Xiao, Yun Xiao's sisters, were also frequent visitors.

They had heard that their eldest sister was in love with the Grand White Star, and they were very happy for her.

They also seemed to have a good relationship with Li Changgeng.

However, during this period, Li Changgeng was mostly focused on his cultivation and managing the affairs of the Heavenly Courts. He had little time for anything else.

Yun Xiao was understanding. She knew the burden that Li Changgeng carried, and she supported him in every way she could.

One day, Li Changgeng received a message from his teacher, the Grand Pure Exalted Lord.

The message was brief and to the point.

"Come to Kunlun Mountains."

Li Changgeng immediately left the Grand White Palace and headed for Kunlun Mountains.

Upon arriving at the Grand Pure Temple in Kunlun Mountains, Li Changgeng saw his teacher sitting on the cloud platform, radiating an aura of profound wisdom and serenity.

Li Changgeng bowed respectfully.

"Teacher."

The Grand Pure Exalted Lord smiled slightly.

"You have done well, Changgeng. The Heavenly Courts are now stable and strong, and the three realms are at peace. This is a great achievement."

Li Changgeng replied humbly.

"It is all thanks to the guidance of Teacher."

The Grand Pure Exalted Lord nodded.

"Sit down."

Li Changgeng took a seat opposite his teacher.

The Grand Pure Exalted Lord then began to speak about the future of the three realms and the role of the Heavenly Courts.

He also spoke about the cultivation of the Dao and the importance of maintaining one's original intention.

Li Changgeng listened attentively, his heart filled with respect and gratitude for his teacher.

After a long conversation, the Grand Pure Exalted Lord finally spoke about the Western Sect.

"Although the Western Sect has been defeated, their influence still remains in some areas. You must be vigilant."

Li Changgeng nodded seriously.

"I understand, Teacher. I will continue to monitor the situation and ensure that the Western Sect's influence is completely eradicated."

The Grand Pure Exalted Lord smiled.

"Very good. You have always been prudent and wise. I have faith in you."

He then spoke about another matter.

"The Human Realm is about to enter a new era. There will be great changes, and opportunities will arise. You must pay close attention to the developments in the Human Realm."

Li Changgeng was slightly surprised. He knew that the Human Realm was important, but he hadn't expected his teacher to mention it in such a significant way.

"Teacher, what kind of changes will occur in the Human Realm?"

The Grand Pure Exalted Lord's eyes seemed to hold boundless wisdom.

"The era of the Three Emperors and Five Sovereigns is about to begin."

Li Changgeng's heart trembled. The Three Emperors and Five Sovereigns were legendary figures in the history of the Human Realm. Their era was considered a golden age for humanity.

"Teacher, what is my role in this?"

The Grand Pure Exalted Lord smiled.

"You are the Grand White Star, the advisor to the Heavenly Emperor. You will guide and protect the Human Realm during this time of change."

Li Changgeng felt a sense of responsibility weigh upon his shoulders. This was a great and important task.

"I will do my best, Teacher."

The Grand Pure Exalted Lord nodded, his expression full of encouragement.

"I believe in you, Changgeng. You are capable of great things."

After the conversation, Li Changgeng left the Grand Pure Temple and returned to the Heavenly Courts.

His mind was filled with thoughts about the future of the Human Realm and his role in it.

He knew that this would be another challenging task, but he was also excited about the opportunity to contribute to the development of the Human Realm.

Back at the Grand White Palace, Li Changgeng began to gather information about the Human Realm. He studied ancient texts and consulted with other deities who had knowledge of human history and culture.

He wanted to be well-prepared for the changes that were about to occur.

During this time, Yun Xiao continued to visit him regularly.

She could sense that he was preoccupied with something important, but she didn't press him for details. She simply offered her support and companionship.

Their relationship deepened further, built on mutual trust and understanding.

One day, Yun Xiao asked him about his thoughts on the Human Realm.

Li Changgeng shared some of his insights and concerns with her.

Yun Xiao listened attentively, and she offered her own perspectives, which were often insightful and helpful.

They spent many hours discussing the future of the Human Realm, the challenges they might face, and the opportunities that would arise.

Through these discussions, their bond grew even stronger.

Meanwhile, in the Human Realm, the stage was being set for the era of the Three Emperors and Five Sovereigns.

Heroes were emerging, and destiny was unfolding.

The wheels of fate were turning, and Li Changgeng, the Grand White Star, was ready to play his part.