"I have approved it, and that is final!" the Emperor Corpse said impatiently. "You handle the ordinary affairs of the court. What, now I must ask your permission just to approve a memorial? Jasper Pool, mind your station!"
The Immortal Mother's face was ashen with rage, but she ultimately held her tongue.
Another Immortal Official stepped forward.
"Reporting to Your Majesty, the New Immortals have all assumed their posts. The Celestial Courts and Palaces in every quarter are operating as usual. I believe that we should—"
Before he could finish his sentence, a commotion erupted outside Lingxiao Hall.
"You can't go in! You must be announced—"
BOOM!!
To the astonishment of the assembled Immortal Officials, Divine Officials, the Emperor Corpse, and the Immortal Mother, the Immortal Realm Celestial Venerable who stood guard outside was sent crashing into the hall. His chest was caved in, bearing the clear imprint of a fist, followed by a spray of Celestial Venerable Blood!
