Expecting anything from anyone, one often ends up with what he fears most.
Whether it's a human being or immortals and buddhas, what matters most is relying on oneself.
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Outside, the establishment of the Court of Ancient Gods disrupted the rhythm of the Heavenly Court.
They had been preparing to move against Houtu, but the emergence of the Court of Ancient Gods forced them to suspend their actions.
The face of the Great Emperor Ziwei darkened; the appearance of the Court of Ancient Gods was tantamount to declaring war on the Heavenly Court and also implied that the Queen Mother of the West had completely sided with the ancient gods from beyond the domain.
This result was something he did not wish to see.
Glancing at the silent immortal officials below, Great Emperor Ziwei asked indifferently, "My lords, what are your opinions?"
