The Almighty Dragon General

Captured along with them were the ancestors of the Tai Chi World, such as Mattaniah of the Iustus Sect, Xaiden and Xolani of the Timaeus Sect, and Yzert from the Yaquis Sect.
These individuals were once esteemed experts renowned within the Tai Chi World, yet their cultivation had stagnated due to suppression.
However, after their ventures in Zymurgy, they attained golden bodies and ascended to the Fifth Xaeclon Rank or higher. Now, they were transcendent powerhouses.
Despite their newfound strength, they found themselves devoid of status or dignity in the presence of the other powerhouses inside the Tai Chi Grand Temple.
"Silence!" Qadirre raised his hand into the air to hush them.
The kneeling creatures fell silent instantly, and their gazes fixated on him with eager anticipation.
Qadirre declared authoritatively, "The weakest here is already at the Fifth Xaeclon Rank. As the Yang governor, I hereby announce the establishment of Tai Chi Guardians to stand watch at Zymurgy's first to twelfth level."

A wave of excitement swept through the crowd, each displaying an overjoyed countenance. To serve as a Tai Chi Guardian was to hold a position of divine authority under Tai Chi. Even though it was not an impressive status, it granted them the opportunity to gain an Ousia. To them, it was a leap toward great heights.
Qadirre announced, "The guardians of Zymurgy's first level will be the Celestial and Earthly Sages."
The Celestial and Earthly Sages furrowed their brows. They immediately straightened up and clasped their hands toward Qadirre.
Qadirre sneered, "Now that you've assumed the roles as Tai Chi Guardians, it's only fitting you kneel and bow before her statue."
The Celestial and Earthly Sages froze.
"Why the hesitation? Are you defying orders?" Qadirre's face darkened.
Xaiden interjected, saying mockingly, "Stop resisting. Though you two are close with Yegor and Herodias, you're nothing but their slaves."
"Indeed," Xolani chimed in with a disdainful snort. "The opportunities and fortunes bestowed upon you by Tai Chi should suffice to demonstrate her value for you."
Yzert added, "Indeed, without the grace of Tai Chi, it would be impossible to enter the Xaeclon Rank. You two shouldn't be stubborn. Being appointed guardians of Zymurgy's first level is a great honor. Surely, it's better than being slaves to Skynet, right?"
“Ha! They're used to being lackeys and cannot be independent now. Hahaha!"