Chapter 1168
Chapter 1168: Constructing the harem, holding the ceremony for the establishment of concubines
“This list was drafted by Yue Mingkong some time ago. She just wanted me to take a look and share any opinions,”
Gu Changge casually remarked. Currently, he had indeed found some leisure, and he was willing to invest time in the matter of choosing concubines. When Yue Mingkong discussed it with him earlier, he considered it.
He had glanced through the names on the booklet. For instance, in the empress’s position, Yue Mingkong had initially considered abdicating, but Gu Changge felt it was unnecessary. The Divine Kingdom was established casually, and many formalities seemed troublesome to him.
Regarding the four divine Concubines, only Yin Mei and Jiang Chuchu currently occupied those positions, leaving two vacancies.
However, Gu Changge had not officially married these two, nor had he informed the heavens and earth about the selection of concubines. The list was just a draft; a proper ceremony was required for the actual implementation.
Gu Changge didn’t want to owe them, especially Jiang Chuchu. Under the divine concubines were the heavenly concubines, and the list included many names of women whom Yue Mingkong felt had an unexplainable connection with Gu Changge during this period. They voluntarily added their names, creating an ambiguous and unclear relationship.
These included Yan Ji (Yan concubine), Empress Xi Yao (Xi Yao Heavenly concubine), Tianlu Heavenly Maiden (Empress Tianlu), Ji Qingxuan (Empress Qingxuan), Su Qingge (Empress Qingge), Hei Yanyu (Empress Yanyu), Lin Qiuhán, and even Xiao Ruoyin—the reincarnation of the High Priest of Destiny of the Immortal Palace—along with Taoyao and Chan Hongyi.
Gu Changge found these matters somewhat troublesome. He hadn’t even known them before, but Yue Mingkong seemed to understand clearly. She had even inquired about the case concerning the fate of Immortal Palace.
Facing these things, even though Gu Changge could casually annihilate the upper realms and intimidate heavens, he felt it was a tricky situation. He preferred to handle it casually if possible.
Subsequently, Yue Mingkong and Yin Mei were given full authority over choosing concubines. Gu Changge wouldn’t interfere much.
For the immortal Divine Kingdom, selecting an empress after the establishment of the Divine Kingdom was a crucial matter. Upon learning about it, almost all the ministers immediately requested the construction of an imperial palace for Gu Changge.
Otherwise, as the Divine Kingdom ruling over the heavens, it would seem lacking in heritage and ident.i.ty.
After some consideration, Gu Changge decided to adopt the suggestions of many ministers. In the Divine Kingdom, he ordered numerous craftsmen to begin constructing palaces. The divine materials and fairy ingredients needed were all taken from the national treasury.
If resources were scarce, Gu Changge sent powerhouses to mine them. In this matter, he was meticulous. As for the various palaces in the imperial harem, including the Empress’s Palace, the Divine Concubine’s Palace, and the Heavenly Concubine’s Palace, he left the naming decisions to others.
For example, the Empress’s Palace, where Yue Mingkong usually resided and gathered faith, would be decided by her. However, Gu Changge speculated that, given Mingkong’s personality, she might name it the Yue Mingkong Palace.
In the following days, numerous palaces appeared behind the Divine Kingdom’s temples. The sheer amount of materials used was enough to astound cultivators.
Various heavenly materials used for crafting Dao tools were piled like mountains, emitting radiant divine light. Some ancient G.o.d clans, towering like mountains with leaders personally forging palaces for Gu Changge, appeared in this s.p.a.ce.
These G.o.d clans were an ancient group from a distant universe, feeding on stars. Each person would grow a star mark on their forehead after evolving once.
The Nine Stars Ancient G.o.ds possessed the strength of a Dao-building expert, and the clan leader, a Nine Stars Golden Ancient G.o.d, was invincible.
Ordinary background figures were no match for him. Gu Changge sincerely respected and revered him. The ancient G.o.d clan intentionally brought many strong individuals to serve the Divine Kingdom, willing to contribute to the immortal foundation of the Divine Kingdom.
The process of forging palaces was simple and straightforward. In just a few months, vast groups of palaces emerged in the Divine Kingdom.
Some areas were constructed from the supreme wondrous soil, moved from sacred grounds at significant cost. Immortal rain showered, exuding immense holiness, and many divine trees with marvelous roots were planted.
There were regions refined by numerous stars, expansive and vast, shrouded in dense mist, portraying profound tranquility.
Some palaces were simple but surrounded by medicinal fields growing rare and precious herbs, some only found in the Divine Kingdom. Some areas featured simple earthly scenery, occupying moderate s.p.a.ce, resembling secluded mansions.
Due to the immortal rain in the heavens, these places were touched by various divine colors. Mountain-water corridors, pavilions, terraces, bridges, and towers were arranged picturesquely. These areas were actually independent small worlds, each with its own rules and entirely different environments from the outside world.
Numerous mysterious prohibitions were established between these worlds, and ordinary individuals didn’t even have the qualifications to approach them. These independent small worlds existed within the Divine Kingdom itself.
After all, the Divine kingdom is vast and boundless, refined by Gu Changge from numerous universes. Its territory is endless; even cultivators spend their entire lives traversing it, likely never reaching its limits.
The names of these regions each carry distinct characteristics. The grand and majestic palaces, exuding a steady and imposing aura, are named the Imperial Palace and the Palace of Mingkong.
They are located close to the residence where Gu Changge usually rests. In addition, there were Tianhu Pure Land, Holy Maiden Palace, and so on.
As time pa.s.sed, even Gu Xianner couldn’t resist the excitement. She persuaded him to send people to build her a primitive Dao Fields.
It featured vast palaces, endless wilderness, and misty enchantment resembling a heavenly realm. Blossoming fairy flowers, flowing spiritual springs, and cascading silver waterfalls adorned the area, which she named it the Palace of the Fairy.
Once the various palaces and buildings were completed, Gu Changge selected a suitable date and informed the heavens that he would hold a ceremony to choose his concubines. The news spread, shaking the realms.
Different immortal forces and ethnic groups across the universes keenly felt this vibration. They sent representatives to present congratulatory gifts, expressing their respect and best wishes, whether they were ministers of the Divine Kingdom or from other realms.
On that day, the world celebrated in unison, with red decorations spanning billions of miles. A grand and astonishing atmosphere filled the Divine Kingdom as a festive banquet unfolded.
The upper realms buzzed with excitement, as beings from myriad realms came to pay their respects.
Figures from ancient times, ascended immortals, and influential individuals from various sects and forces all attended, bringing with them precious gifts.
Gu Changge’s figure appeared at the pinnacle of the Divine Kingdom, radiating a dazzling glow as if an endless stream of divine light flowed around him. Seated in the vast cosmos, divine radiance enveloped him, and above his head, a supreme G.o.dly crown manifested, gathering the faith of all living beings.
Hail, the Divine Lord!!!
At this moment, Gu Changge’s brilliance illuminated the heavens, earth and all the heavenly realms, with all cultivators and background figures bowing in his direction.
Clatter… Wo
Splashing sounds echoed as an ancient and towering Epoch tree stood behind him, emitting an ancient and desolate aura, seemingly propping open the eons.