â... Young Heavenly Lord?â Yan Zhaogeâs mouth twitched slightly, âWhy am I oblivious of myself having such a title?â
Most Immortal Realm martial art practitionersâ titles required careful considerations.
No True Immortal Emperors had ever called themselves Immortal Emperor, and no Profound Immortal Sovereigns had ever called themselves Immortal Sovereign.
Otherwise, how would the higher-leveled Virtual Immortals and Heavenly Immortals view them?
Bearing such an arrogant title would only invite others to test the personâs actual level. If the person were capable, he would force the unresigned into retreat and naturally receive the publicâs compliment.
Otherwise, even if he were killed, no one would bat an eye.
No matter how strong an Exalt Martial Saint was, he wouldnât dare call himself the âHeavenly Martial Saint.â Otherwise, he would be judged by all Heavenly Lords of all factions.
At most, if people used titles like He Mianâs âNine Heavens Exalt,â the Grand Heavenly Immortals wouldnât necessarily pry too much into it.
Generally speaking, most titles were named by the martial art practitioner themselves. Then, they would receive a public acknowledgment and slowly cause the name to spread around.
There were also instances where someone else named said martial art practitioner, in which said practitioner silently agreed to it. Then, after receiving the acknowledgment of others, it would slowly be spread around.
Yan Zhaoge had only ascended to the Immortal Realm very recently and never bothered thinking of an Emperor title yet.
As someone who loves to show off, he would have to think of one carefully.
However, the title âFallen Deityâ and âSupreme Exaltâ were inappropriate now.
Only, he never expected Gao Han to grant him a âYoung Heavenly Lordâ title.
Usually, the word âyoungâ had the same meaning as âsmall.â When added to othersâ titles, it added a few hints of respect, signifying acknowledgment and anticipation.
Just like how when Yan Zhaogeâs cultivation realm was still low, and he had first reached the World beyond Worlds, someone called him the âSolar Luminary Young Masterâ because of the Extreme Yang Seal.
From a more positive perspective, the so-called âYoung Heavenly Lordâ could be interpreted as someone that hadnât become a Heavenly Lord yet, but would eventually ascend to the Grand Heavenly Immortal Realm.
This implied the acknowledgment of Yan Zhaogeâs potential and a form of anticipation.
However, if such a title contained malicious intent, there was another way of interpreting it.
A figure unrivaled beneath the Grand Heavenly Immortal Realm; an existence which was the closest to the Heavenly Lord.
It could also be interpreted as a preparatory Heavenly Lord.
With such a title, other Grand Heavenly Immortals would not feel offended at all.
However, if such a title were granted unto a True Immortal, other Virtual Immortals and Profound Immortals would feel agitated.
âNo matter how I look at this, Gao Han is trying to stir up some troubles...â Yan Zhaoge thought to himself as his expression remained unfazed.
He smiled lightly and cupped his hands towards Li Xingba and the others, âGreetings, pleasure to meet you three.â
Li Xingba, Daoist Crimson Mist, and Gong Sunhuiâs gaze sharpened.
Initially, they assumed that Yan Zhaoge would panic and try to remain humble.
To their surprise, Yan Zhaoge had openly accepted the title âYoung Heavenly Lord.â
Now, Li Xingba and the others believed that Yan Zhaoge didnât understand the concept behind such a title. Otherwise, how arrogant would he need to be to acquiesce it?
Doesnât he know that even most Virtual Immortal Heavenly Monarchs canât afford to bear such a title?
Gao Hanâs gaze brightened, and he was slightly surprised. He became more amused as he looked towards Yan Zhaoge.
Seeing Yan Zhaogeâs calm expression, Li Xingbaâs expression turned gloomy.
Of course, he wasnât enraged. He looked towards Feng Yunsheng, âHow may I refer to you as?â
âThis person is Daoist Feng, Feng Yunsheng. She is Daoist Yanâs junior apprentice-sister, and is his wife as well.â Gao Han smiled as he introduced her.
âHuh?â Li Xingba and others were mildly surprised upon hearing Gao Hanâs worlds. They re-evaluated Yan Zhaoge and Feng Yunsheng with a doubtful gaze.
As for what they were being doubtful about, Yan Zhaoge and Feng Yunsheng could tell.
Feng Yunsheng frowned, while Yan Zhaoge chuckled.
After analyzing the two, Li Xingba turned towards Gao Han and said in a deep tone, âAccording to Daoist Gao, our journey this time would be complexly dangerous. Other than that Mu Zha, there would be other surrounding Demon Race and Buddhism experts.â
âI have no objections with Daoist Feng going. However, this... Daoist Yan is of the True Immortal Realm. If he goes, we would have to take care of him. Otherwise, he would have to stop by the outer battlefield. Itâs equal to him not going at all.â
He looked towards Feng Yunshengâs glare, âIâm a barbaric person, and I love to keep things straightforward. Daoist Feng, even if you could take care of your husband, youâ would still have to separate your concentration. Weâre not going there for a walk. Iâm planning on locating that Mu Zha, while you three would be looking for the Three Brilliances Sacred Water. None of these are an easy feat.â
Li Xingba said slowly, âPutting in all our efforts might not even be enough. And yet, youâre still going to divert your attention?â
âYouâre overthinking, Old Man Li.â Gao Han smiled, âItâs not me exaggerating anything. However, the Young Heavenly Lordâs strength canât be judged based on his cultivation realm alone. Even the Southern Extremity Longevity Emperor had given a considerable amount of praise to Daoist Yan.â
Upon hearing the Southern Extremity Longevity Emperorâs name, the expressions of Li Xingba and the others turned more serious.
Yan Zhaoge looked from the side in alert and felt that Gao Han had some malicious thoughts.
âAlthough Daoist Yan is still young and had just recently ascended to the Immortal Realm, he had established his upper world and was the owner of the world he created.â Gao Han continued in a praising tone, âEven during the past, my peers and I seemed dull in comparison.â
âEstablish an upper world?â The threeâs expressions were filled with shock and disbelief. They looked towards Yan Zhaoge once more, âIs that true?â
Even the most gentle Daoist Crimson Mist was greatly surprised, âNot a lower world, but an upper world comparable to the World beyond Worlds you bunch had established?â
âHow is a True Immortal capable of doing so? Even if he possessed the Jade Clear Heaven Opening Scripture, the Prime Clear Dragon River Tribulation Scripture, and the Grand Clear Grand Commencement Divine Finger, itâs still impossible for him.â
Did we make a mistake? Is Yan Zhaoge not in the True Immortal Realm?
However, Gao Han did say that Yan Zhaoge had just ascended to the Immortal Realm.
âWhat treasure did you use?â Li Xingba was an old expert that roamed around the world during the Ancient era, after all. He was the first to calm down.
Yan Zhaoge looked towards Gao Han with an amused smile. As expected, Gao Han smiled and said, âThe Heavenly Courtâs Divine Palaceâs Awakened Sky Hall. Old Man Li, you should remember it, right?â
âNaturally.â Li Xingba came to a revelation, âYou mean, the Awakened Sky Hall wasnât destroyed and belonged to him now?â
Gao Han smiled and nodded, âNot only does Daoist Yan possess exceptional talents, but he is also someone that possesses huge amounts of luck. Heâs not some average prodigy or the sort.â
Li Xingba spiraled deep into thought, and he started looking towards Yan Zhaoge with a more judgemental gaze.
His disciple â Gong Sunhui had an expression filled with envy.
âDaoist Gao, youâve always done things appropriately. Naturally, we can believe you.â Daoist Crimson Mist stepped out to ease the tension, âOnly, these are huge matters, and Daoist Li had to be a little more cautious.â
He looked at Yan Zhaoge and said with a smile, âIf youâve already had the Fallen Deity name before ascending to the Immortal Realm, itâs apparent how exceptional your talents and strength are. Now that youâve returned to the Nine Heavens, thereâs nothing wrong with calling you the Young Heavenly Lord. I wish that you reach the Grand Heavenly Immortal Realm in the future.â