After an unknown amount of time, a long, resonant bell suddenly rang out from the depths of the Sea of Clouds, its sound shaking the heavens and earth.
Yang Jian's heart tightened. He looked up and saw a brilliant golden light breaking through the clouds from the south, carrying countless streams of Auspicious Qi as it surged forward in grand splendor.
Within that golden light was the Heavenly Emperor, returning with the goddesses.
The Divine General at the front immediately grew solemn and waved his hand. "Form ranks and welcome His Majesty!"
The heavenly soldiers and Divine Generals on both sides of the palace gate answered in unison. Armor clanged in an instant, murderous intent rising as they all bowed in salute.
Standing solemnly to one side, Yang Jian hurriedly lowered his head, not daring to stare directly for long. An invisible pressure seemed to descend from all directions, making even his mind falter.
Li Fan slowly descended before the Jade Steps of Grand Unity Palace, and the golden light faded away.
He merely stood there casually, yet he seemed to merge with heaven and earth, the ruler of all creation.
Seeing the Heavenly Emperor's gaze settle on Yang Jian, the Divine General beside him hurriedly stepped forward and cupped his hands. "Heavenly Emperor, Yang Jian, disciple of Yu Ding Zhenren of Golden Cloud Cave on Jade Spring Mountain, has come to Grand Unity Palace today to request an audience."
At those words, Li Fan's gaze shifted slightly, and the oppressive pressure quietly receded.
Then Li Fan and his group slowly entered Grand Unity Palace.
Yang Jian secretly let out a breath of relief, only to hear a familiar voice call out, "Brother, you finally came. Chan'er missed you so much."
Yang Jian's entire body shook. He abruptly looked up