Ten Thousand Races Deliberate, Longevity Dao Rhyme Settles Heaven and Earth

The discussion hall of the Hongmeng Sacred Hall was packed to the brim today. Dozens of sandalwood chairs lined both sides of the hall, occupied by elders and powerhouses from the various Hongmeng races, as well as envoys from races across the universe. A trace of gravity showed on every face. Since news spread that Shen Hao had discovered the Dark Universe's main force lurking in the depths of the cosmos, all of Hongmeng—and indeed the entire universe—had fallen into an atmosphere of tension.

At the third quarter of the hour of the Snake, Shen Hao appeared at the entrance to the hall. He wore a magnificent Chaos Dao Robe embroidered with a star map of the universe and the totems of the ten thousand races. Longevity Dao Rhyme flowed slowly around him, radiating an oppressive majesty that looked down upon all beneath heaven. Zi Xuan and Chaos Child followed behind Shen Hao, one on each side, both wearing solemn expressions.

"Common Lord!"

The people in the hall rose to their feet at the sight of Shen Hao. They bowed deeply to him, their eyes filled with reverence.

Shen Hao waved his hand and slowly walked to the dragon throne at the center of the hall before taking his seat. His gaze swept across the crowd, and his gentle yet powerful voice rang through the hall. "Elders, envoys, I have summoned you here today to discuss an important matter."

His gaze fell upon Lei Meng as he continued, "General Lei, explain the situation regarding the Dark Universe's main force to everyone first."

Lei Meng hurriedly rose and said in a deep voice, "Reporting to the Common Lord! According to the scouts' investigations, the Dark Universe's main force is concealed within black holes deep in the universe. Yin energy pervades those