The Investiture: Unlimited Blade Works Nezha

Maitreya, as the Future Buddha of Buddhism, certainly couldn't compare to Old Li in terms of power, but over the years, with the help of his former disciples, his influence had grown significantly.

The White Lotus Sect led by No-Life Old Mother leveraged Maitreya's Buddhist influence, alongside the principle of Guanyin responding to prayers everywhere, to aggressively expand their own sect.

The Daoist Immortal Gods emphasize self-reliance: if you work hard and win favor, they might assist you.

The Buddhist Sect emphasizes cause and effect: if you do good deeds and are devout in your faith, only then will they help you.

However, with No-Life Old Mother, it's turned into: if you pray to me, I'll help you. With the tangible support of Immortals, this led to the rapid growth and strengthening of the White Lotus Sect.

No-Life Old Mother's Divine status soared in both Daoist and Buddhist circles. Within just three years, the White Lotus Sect had crossed into both faiths, faintly becoming the second-largest sect. Under No-Life Old Mother's deliberate guidance, even Queen Mother became one of her avatars.

Privately, women such as Deng Chanyu and Daji were all proclaimed to be her daughters, and among the common folk, an exaggerated title began circulating: 'Most Supreme God of Limitless Clarity and Saintly Virtue, Master of All Spirits Across the Three Realms and Ten Directions.'

A vast number of devotees had been brainwashed into believing this propaganda. The steady influx of mother-centered faith energy continuously gathered under No-Life Old Mother, which she infused into her Fate Grid. Finally, she revealed a satisfied smile.

An advancement in cultivation was just around the corner. When the time comes, she is determined to teach that wretched Queen Mother a lesson!

Meanwhile, Maitreya, who also resided on Sumeru Mountain, seemed to sense something unusual. He felt No-Life Old Mother was being excessively extreme, yet he was consistently deceived by her compassionate demeanor and her elegant lotus-like aura.

Humans fight for pride; Buddha fights for incense.

Currently, those who have been affected either cannot confront No-Life Old Mother or, due to their pride, refrain from taking action. The only truly impacted figure among higher ranks is Queen Mother Yaochi.

No-Life Old Mother clearly still harbors resentment. It must be said—regardless of the world, the vengeful resolve of women should never be underestimated, especially when it's hatred between women.

Among those suffering the greatest disturbance are Daji, Deng Chanyu, and Yang Chan. If we could say Queen Mother was losing face, then these three were losing something more personal.

The trio's cultivation aptitude could be described as decent, but compared to Yang Jian, they were far inferior. In this lifetime, if they relied solely on the Immortal Dao, reaching True Immortal or Profound Immortal might be the limit. Hence, Nezha proposed: if one leg struggles to run, then use two.

So they pursued cultivation in both the Immortal Dao and Divine Dao. While this made their cultivation slightly less pure compared to ordinary Immortals, it allowed for faster progress and increased potential.

Whenever they lacked combat strength, they would carry extra Magical Treasures for protection. After all, their family wasn't deprived, and Nezha didn't actually need his wives to engage in battles. If they were a bit less capable, so be it.

Now, having their incense offerings stolen by No-Life Old Mother, who wouldn't be unhappy? Especially considering both Daji and Deng Chanyu had previously ruled over their domains—they weren't the type to take losses lightly.

Among them, Yang Chan was the angriest. "My mother is only imprisoned and about to be released soon, not deceased. Why do you presume to claim to be my mother?"

Queen Mother herself was deeply troubled by the situation. Thus, Yang Chan suggested it would be appropriate to resolve this matter as repayment for Queen Mother's enduring care toward them.

The trio discussed and decided to seek advice from Nezha—why waste having capable men in their family?

Eventually, the three chose Daji, the most reliable among them, to act. After Deng Chanyu repeatedly warned her not to sneak extra snacks, Daji set off for the East Sea Three Immortal Islands.

Upon arriving at the islands, two fire trails suddenly rushed toward her path.

"Second Sister, this time I'll definitely win!"

"Oh, we'll see about that!"

Daji: ...

She couldn't be more acquainted with this sort of thing. After taking a closer look, she recognized they were the latest versions of Wind and Fire Wheels.

Just as Daji was about to bow in greeting, the two fire trails veered abruptly and sped toward her, encircling her. The flames dispersed, revealing No Brainer and Unhappy looking like hyperactive little sisters, devoid of any sense of formality.

"Hey, isn't this little sister Daji? Have you come to see Nezha because you miss him?"

"Heh heh, it's been just a few years and you're already longing for him? Come on, let me take you to him."

Bixiao added with a pat on the backseat of her Wind and Fire Wheel, offering to take Daji along.

Being well-acquainted with their personalities, Daji knew they meant no harm, just that they were overly playful. She thanked them and sat behind Bixiao, returning together to Sanxiao Palace.

Before long, in Sanxiao Palace, Yunxiao, immersed in handling island affairs, watched as Qiong Xiao and Bixiao bounded in with Daji alongside them.

"Elder Sister, look who's here!"

Seeing Daji, Yunxiao was indeed quite surprised. She knew Daji had been handling matters in the Primordial Starry Sky for Nezha and rarely left. Daji showing up here undoubtedly meant trouble had arisen.

"Sister, please take a seat."

Daji felt relieved upon meeting Yunxiao, finally encountering someone reliable. She couldn't help but think even her godson Zigeng wasn't as playful as Qiong Xiao and Bixiao.

Settling down, Daji didn't hold back and detailed the issues surrounding No-Life Old Mother to Yunxiao and her sisters. Yunxiao frowned deeply as she listened. Previously, when No-Life Old Mother had visited, though her words were somewhat discourteous, she had still carried the air of a senior. How had her actions grown so brazen now?

Meanwhile, No Brainer and Unhappy didn't think too much of it; their mindset was simple—Jie Sect had always intercepted others. Now that someone was intercepting their own, they immediately slammed the table and summoned the Golden Jiao Scissors.

"Elder Sister, let's go teach that pale-faced hag a lesson!"

"Second Sister's right!"

To them, their sister-in-law's trouble was their own trouble!

Although touched by her sisters' willingness to stand up for her, Daji knew this wasn't the time for direct confrontation with No-Life Old Mother. Everything was still within the rules of the incense rivalry game; it was simply unexpected that No-Life Old Mother, a Great Expert, would conduct herself so aggressively—or rather, so shamelessly.

Yunxiao, having always followed the Immortal Dao, wasn't familiar with the dynamics of the Divine Dao's incense struggles. While she wouldn't necessarily fear a direct conflict with No-Life Old Mother, it was clear this wasn't a matter violence could resolve.

Thus, she said gently, "I'm not well-versed in these matters. You should discuss this with younger brother Nezha. If you need any other assistance, feel free to ask me."

Saying this, Yunxiao rose and escorted Daji deeper into the palace. Midway, she suddenly turned back to glance at No Brainer and Unhappy.

"You two, triple your study tasks for today."

"Huh?"

"Elder Sister, spare us!"

The two wanted to protest further but were silenced by Yunxiao's sharp gaze, slumping dejectedly back to their respective chambers to continue their cultivation.

Yunxiao's death stare wasn't directed at Daji, but she instinctively flinched and couldn't help recalling the stern tutor from her childhood.

Watching her two younger sisters retreat obediently, Yunxiao turned to Daji with a warm smile. "Pardon my sisters for embarrassing us."

Daji let out an awkward laugh, "Oh, no, not at all."