The Sims: I Open the Immortal Path for All Beings

Chapter 1921: Chapter 1866–1867: Jade Emperor’s Reaction, Army Expedition_2

Even when compared to the Daoist Monarchs, the Outsider Alliance’s other powerhouses are not comparable. Letting go of past grievances, the cooperation between both sides is far better than targeting each other.

However, some matters are not measured this way. If purely based on value, Wuzong is indeed insignificant, and even the beings of the Empire who died together in the Heaven Capital Chaos cannot be considered significant.

But, since the Jade Emperor inherited the position from Wuzong, regardless of the later grand ritual dispute, part of his legitimacy stems from the Wuzong Emperor—a fact that cannot be denied.

From the position of the Great Ming’s royal family, unless the Jade Emperor wishes to abandon the support of the other royal members, he must present the appropriate attitude.

Temporary compromise for the royal family’s benefit is acceptable to many powerhouses within the family, but completely letting go of this matter is not good for morale among the royal family.

Moreover, the Jade Emperor also needs an enemy. Using the presence of this enemy serves to unite the royal family and many powerhouses under the Jade Emperor.

The Heaven Capital Chaos was not just the royal family’s affair, losses were suffered by various factions, all of whom are supporters of the royal family. Those Council Elders also lost face.

Even if everyone understands that persisting in this matter won’t bring any benefits, no one dares to stand up and deny it, as doing so would become the target of public criticism.

Targeting the Outsider Alliance is the political correctness from top to bottom within the Jade Emperor’s realm, and it is the foundation for many. Abandoning it now would shake their own foundations.

Especially after the Jade Emperor achieved the status of Daoist Monarch, they have already gained the advantage. Naturally, they cannot give up on this matter now.

Upon hearing the news of Zhao Baiyang achieving the status of Daoist Monarch, the Jade Emperor’s side didn’t react by making peace, but chose to continue suppressing.

“Accelerate resource seizure, suppress the Outsider Alliance’s forces, and prevent the opponent from collecting resources and recuperating, while also stopping others from achieving Dao Monarch status,” a powerhouse under the Jade Emperor immediately suggested.

The threat of the Outsider Alliance is not just Zhao Baiyang. The other few are beings of the fifth or sixth layer of True Immortal, and they are also very likely to achieve Dao Monarch status, especially after Zhao Baiyang did so.

Therefore, suppressing some of the Outsider Alliance’s territory and then compressing their war potential and diminishing their resource accumulation is a necessary action.

Zhao Baiyang achieving Dao Monarch status is already a great threat. If another Dao Monarch were to emerge from the Outsider Alliance, they would indeed become a major concern.

Moreover, now that Zhao Baiyang is injured by the Buddhism School, a large amount of resources will be needed to recuperate. Compressing their resources and delaying their recovery time is also necessary.

“Should we make a move now?” A powerhouse raised a doubt, wondering if acting now would be rash.

Currently, although the situation has undercurrents beneath the surface, nothing has been exposed publicly. Especially with Dao Monarchs presiding over top immortal sects and forces, only Purple Mansion Sect’s Dragon Saliva Realm has been truly chaotic, and now even the Dragon Saliva Realm is stabilizing.

If the Jade Emperor lineage takes the initiative to stir up trouble, would continuing to act be perceived as drawing fire upon themselves or making a wedding dress for another?

“Moreover, since this involves a Newly Ascended Dao Lord, if we act before the other side has chosen a camp, would we be forcing them to stand opposite us, causing dissatisfaction among other Dao Monarchs?” Some were concerned in their hearts.

After all, their ultimate target was the Veteran Daoist Monarchs; the benefits and authority are held in their hands. Ideally, any Newly Ascended Dao Lord should be attracted over to their side.

Even though Zhao Baiyang and the Jade Emperor’s side had past grievances, it wouldn’t be impossible to temporarily join forces for greater benefit. After all, Zhao Baiyang had no grievances with other Dao Monarchs, and they had cooperated before. Could they not temporarily compromise and see how Zhao Baiyang reacts?

If they act so directly and send the wrong signal, leading the other side to join an opposing camp in anger, how would other Dao Monarchs view it?

“What are you afraid of? Sometimes making a move is the best choice, letting the other side see the situation clearly. Even if other Dao Monarchs inquire, we fight to promote peace.” A powerhouse said coldly.

Winning someone over isn’t just about showing softness. Sometimes, revealing your strength is necessary to let the other party recognize the situation.

Even if other Dao Monarchs want to invite Zhao Baiyang and the Outsider Alliance, that doesn’t mean groveling is required. Displaying one’s strength can also bolster their prestige.

In the end, whether any powerhouse wants to join depends on whether you can win the opportunity. If you don’t show your true strength, no matter how good your attitude, they won’t agree.

“We are originally a banner for the Newly Ascended Dao Lords alliance. No matter what, we must demonstrate our power; otherwise, how can we reassure allies? This time, we show our might, letting them know our accumulation over the years hasn’t been in vain. Lying low was the way of the past, not something to continue now.” A powerhouse very much agreed with this proposal.

The Jade Emperor’s side has accumulated a millennium’s worth of foundation for today. Since they’ve stepped out to seize power, they must demonstrate their strength.

The Jade Emperor’s clash with the Sword Emperor proved their Dao Monarch level combat strength, but whether the rest matched those top immortal sects or forces’ powerhouses was still unclear.

Although in this great battle, Dao Monarch-level combat strength is vital, it doesn’t mean mid-tier True Immortal power has no role.

Some unspoken reasons are understood by most.

That is, even in this Newly Ascended Dao Lords alliance, the Jade Emperor and Great Emperor Ziwei joined not long ago. Although their strength isn’t weaker than other Dao Monarchs, the other side has managed this alliance for years, and the power and influence disparity is evident.

If the Jade Emperor and Great Emperor Ziwei want to achieve a sufficiently high status, they must expand their power and influence; otherwise, even if they win, they can’t truly lead or hold power.

Therefore, using this opportunity to showcase strength can also win over some of the alliance’s internal powerhouses, which is only advantageous.

Moreover, if they first target the Outsider Alliance, it’s certainly not wrong. Preventing them from joining the Dao Alliance prematurely cuts off the opponent’s potential, which, from the Dao Alliance’s viewpoint, is visionary.

And if Zhao Baiyang and others join, preemptively weakening their power will also reduce some threat, preparing for the future.

In the end, this matter is likely a win and not a loss.

“This time, we may not have to act alone. The Buddhism School suffered a great loss and won’t easily let it go; we can completely rope them in.” A powerhouse came up with this strategy of pitting one against another.

The Buddhism School suffered significant losses this time, not only losing several True Immortals but also facing enemies who are Dao Monarchs. Likely, the Buddhism School is more eager for revenge.

As long as they act together with the Buddhism School, the focus isn’t solely on them. They can also test the Buddhism School’s stance and potentially use some of their strength.

The Jade Emperor lineage’s powerhouses were in heated debate, but most agreed that targeting the Outsider Alliance now was the right move. After considering all factors, they found this was indeed a positive direction, worth making a move.

Thus, the Jade Emperor made the decision, dispatching powerhouses to contact the Buddhism School to see their reaction. If the Buddhism School is willing to act, they can ride the wave and act together.

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