"Heaven and earth; Myriad Phenomena, the sun and moon revolve; the Heavenly River turns, bringing forth spring and autumn, harmonizing the four seasons. The Infinite transforms into grasses and trees, all manner of fruit trees; holy communion intermingles."
Bai Lingmiao sat cross-legged upon the White Lotus Jade Seat, her treasured birth Dharma manifestation's two split upper bodies stacked one above the other. Their four hands formed lotus mudras, spreading outward like branches.
The other White Lotus Believers gathered around the Holy Maiden, following her as she recited the scripture over and over. Every face was devout beyond measure, and the white lotus flowers between their brows brightened and dimmed with their breathing.
Not only here—White Lotus Believers elsewhere had also set down their work and joined in the chanting. Given the current number of White Lotus Believers, the entire Daliang was temporarily enveloped by the sound of sutras.
This magnificent sight filled those who did not believe in the White Lotus Sect with fear. Even their voices grew softer when they spoke.
One Double Hour later, the Dragon Flower Initial Assembly finally ended. As Bai Lingmiao slowly opened her eyes, the entire hall gradually fell silent.
Everyone looked at Bai Lingmiao as though waiting for her to announce something. Yet when they saw that the White Lotus Holy Maiden showed neither grief nor joy, each of them revealed a trace of disappointment.
The Dragon Flower Initial Assembly had been a daily rite personally ordained by the Unborn Mother. So long as all White Lotus Believers joined their hearts and strength, the Vacuum Hometown would surely descend.
After bowing to Bai Lingmiao, the White Lotus Believers seated on prayer mats slowly withdrew. The hall, once bustling and crowded, instantly became extraordinarily quiet.
Just as Bai Lingmiao rose from her prayer mat