The Hooked Array Emperor gazed at him, as if trying to discern from his expression whether he was telling the truth or a lie, but he found this more difficult than fighting a battle with the Great Heavenly Venerable. Chen Shi had been flustered for a moment, but after telling the lie, he became calm and composed, completely unperturbed.
No matter the Hooked Array Emperor's heaven-spanning abilities, he could not tell whether Chen Shi was spouting a stream of lies or being utterly sincere.
"Well said, Heavenly King Chen!"
The Hooked Array Emperor clapped his hands and laughed.
"Truly well said! I admire your forthright character! That old fool, the Jade Emperor, is dim-witted and incompetent. He's controlled the Heavenly Court for three hundred and sixty thousand years, making a mess of the world, leaving the people destitute. Ascension has become a fantasy, and immortals suffer endlessly. I have long found it unbearable. From this day forward, you and I shall rebel against that old fool, the Jade Emperor, together!"
Chen Shi slammed the table in admiration and raised his cup, saying, "Your Majesty's words are truly enlightening. This calls for a large cup!" The two raised their cups and drained them in one go.