Comprehensively Implementing a Fair and Just Promotion Mechanism

The mindset of the Tribulation Sovereign differed from that of the Purple Star Heavenly Dao.

The former prioritized outcomes and efficiency, while the latter leaned toward compassion and benevolence.

Thus, after analyzing the pros and cons of Heavenly Dao-affiliated immortals versus contracted immortals listed on the Divine Roll, Chen Yi made the most advantageous choice on behalf of the Purple Star Heavenly Dao.

First, Heavenly Dao-affiliated immortals were permanently bound to their positions—iron rice bowls that couldn’t be revoked. Even if they slacked off, the Purple Star Heavenly Dao would have to clean up their mess.

Contracted immortals on the Divine Roll, however, were different. They were granted freedom—if they didn’t want the job, they could resign. If they performed poorly, they could be outright dismissed. No room for deadweight!

While affiliated immortals could better share the burdens currently pressing upon the Purple Star Heavenly Dao—offering clear short-term advantages—in the long run, they would inevitably become an unmanageable liability.

After all, the Purple Star Continent wouldn’t remain stagnant at the pseudo-immortal realm. It was destined to rise and compete with the true Immortal World, absorbing talents from other realms. If affiliated immortals monopolized all the positions, what hope would newcomers have?

The greatest danger was despair. Once hope was lost, people would resort to anything.

Chen Yi understood this deeply. Blocked by the monstrous Immortal Ascension Tribulation, with no hope in sight, he had even considered storming the Immortal World rather than giving up.

As the saying goes: Fear not the thief who strikes, but the thief who schemes. A thousand days of vigilance, one day of neglect—and all is lost. You may guard for a time, but not forever.

Thus, from the very beginning, a fair and just promotion system had to be established—one that rigorously enforced merit-based advancement, strengthened performance evaluations, and fostered a culture where the capable rose and the incompetent fell.

However, the Purple Star Immortal Realm Development Plan was still in its infancy, sorely lacking in manpower. As natives, these individuals enjoyed first-mover advantages. But once talent became abundant, those who failed to keep up would have to retire early.

In conclusion, Heavenly Dao-affiliated positions could not be handed out carelessly!

Granting Xuanxuzi and four others affiliated status was both a miscalculation in the early stages and an act of mercy for their defiance against the Immortal Ascension Tribulation.

"Brother Yi, since they sincerely wish to contribute to the world, perhaps we could..."

"Stop right there! Anything else is negotiable, but not this!"

"Oh..."

Seeing Chen Yi’s unwavering stance, the Purple Star Heavenly Dao had no choice but to relent.

"Liu Xing, you’ll still be listed on the Divine Roll. With your dedication to serving the world, you can shine anywhere."

With the Tribulation Sovereign’s decree, how could Liu Xing dare object?

He immediately bowed deeply and declared solemnly, "I, Liu Xing, pledge to serve as the Chief Deity of the Celestial Surveillance Bureau, diligent and unwavering!"

As his words faded—

Hum~

A radiant and profound Heavenly Dao rune emerged from the Divine Roll, etching itself between Liu Xing’s brows.

Thus, the Purple Star Realm’s first celestial official was born—the Chief Deity of the Celestial Surveillance Bureau, tasked with monitoring anomalies in the mortal realm and reporting them to the Heavenly Mechanism. Though not a high-ranking position, its authority was substantial.

As all knew: The Great Dao numbers fifty, but only forty-nine are revealed; the last is hidden, the variable beyond control.

This elusive variable was the unknown—unpredictable, infinitely risky. The Heavenly Dao had too many responsibilities and couldn’t possibly detect every anomaly until its influence grew too large to ignore.

And by then, it was never a small matter.

For instance, during the recent ascension of the Purple Star Continent, the world underwent earth-shaking changes at every moment.

An ordinary stone, dislodged by the wind, fell into a lake, creating ripples that eventually breached a dam. The resulting flood drowned dozens of villages, claiming hundreds of thousands of innocent lives.

These souls were never fated to perish this way. But a single variable shattered the established order, leaving behind yet another mess.

By the time the Purple Star Heavenly Dao noticed, it was too late. It could only mournfully handle the aftermath, reincarnating the unjustly dead—adding yet more to its workload.

Thus, the Celestial Surveillance Bureau’s duty was to monitor even the subtlest variables, reporting potential threats before they escalated. In emergencies, its officials even held the authority to act first and seek approval later.

"Tribulation Sovereign, if there’s nothing else, I’ll get to work!"

After sensing the authority granted by the Heavenly Dao rune, Liu Xing felt the weight of responsibility pressing upon him. He clasped his fists and took his leave.

Chen Yi gave a slight nod. "Do well. Next."

As Liu Xing exited, Shan Biao and a robust, fierce-looking man jostled forward.

"Shan Biao of the White Tiger lineage, skilled in combat, master of the Geng Metal’s killing force—I beseech the Heavenly Dao for a post!"

"Xu Zhanpeng of the human race, a body cultivator with the strength to move mountains—I beseech the Heavenly Dao for a post!"

The Purple Star Heavenly Dao was pleased. Those eager to work deserved greater favor.

"Shan Biao, as you wield the Geng Metal’s killing force, you are hereby appointed as the White Tiger Overseer, commanding the Soul-Severing Platform to execute fallen deities and redeem lost souls with purgatorial flames!"

"Xu Zhanpeng, with your mountain-moving strength, you are hereby appointed as the Earth Vein Supervisor, wielding the Earth Tome to quell disturbances in the world’s ley lines!"

Hum~ Hum~

The Purple Star Heavenly Dao split off fragments of its authority, manifesting two supreme treasures before Shan Biao and Xu Zhanpeng.

The moment they sensed the profundity of these artifacts, neither could suppress their grins.

"I pledge to serve as the White Tiger Overseer, diligent and unwavering!"

"Same here!"

Watching these two blockheads rush forward and claim such rewards, the remaining newly contracted immortals—who had been maintaining decorum—could no longer hold back. They surged forward, clamoring for positions.

"Liu Guanyi of the Netherrace, a soul cultivator—I seek appointment to the Cycle of Reincarnation Bureau..."

"Xu Qingfeng of the human race, a cultivator of 3,136 years, specializing in swordplay... Well, that’s not very useful, but I can also refine pills, forge artifacts, and dabble in formations. Heavenly Dao, grant me a post!"

"Fuyouzi of the Insect Tribe, having comprehended nature through countless rebirths—a single mayfly can fill the seas..."

"Yuan Qiyue, a water sprite skilled in hydrokinesis, purification, and healing—may I become the Rain Deity?"

"Qingqiu Wanying of the Fox Tribe. I despise Grandfather White Jade Capital’s haphazard matchmaking. Can I take over as the Deity of Matrimony? No more tearing apart lovers!"

"Yue Tianshu of the human race. I’m good with water, and I prefer quiet... I’d like to be a River God."

"You call that a request? Speak up! Lei Yuxuan of the human race, a thunder cultivator—I demand to be the Thunder Ministry’s Chief Deity!"

"Step aside, old thunder! Zhu You of the human race, a wanderer for two millennia, achieving nothing... until six hundred years ago, when I stumbled upon a fragment of a grand array dropped from the heavens by the Tribulation Sovereign. Within it lay the power of the Violet Heaven Divine Thunder, transforming my destiny! My thunder arts are peerless—who dares challenge me for the Thunder Ministry’s throne?!"

"Enough! Liang Hong of the human race. I’ve got nothing but good looks—I want to be the God of Wealth!"

"Shut it, pretty boy! The God of Wealth must be strong! Xiong Chuanyu here can take on ten at once—I claim the title!"

"Let me be the God of Wealth—give me, Mu Rong Yunhai, some face. I'm a sword cultivator, and I've suffered enough from poverty..."

"Who the hell do you think you are? Take this fist!"

"My sword is no less sharp!"