The invitations were personally drafted by Di Jun and inscribed in the Solar God Script on the Innate Jade Slip. They were either delivered in person by the Demon Saint or sent by trusted messengers to various Primordial Wilderness Immortal Mountains and Blessed Lands, and Grotto-Heaven Worlds.
The Three Pure Ones of Kunlun Mountain, Jieyin and Zhunti of the Western Land, the Styx Ancestor Minghe of the Netherworld Sea of Blood, and even some ancient deities who live in seclusion are all among those invited.
Di Jun intended to use this Heavenly Marriage not only to announce his union with the Taiyin Fairy, but also to demonstrate the majesty and grandeur of the Demon Clan's Heavenly Court and to gather the Primordial Wilderness Luck of the world.
In an instant, all eyes in the Primordial Wilderness turned to the Thirty-Three Heavens.
Some eagerly anticipate the event, some watch coldly from the sidelines, and others secretly plot their own schemes. But in any case, this upcoming Primordial Wilderness Heavenly Marriage has become one of the most solemn and far-reaching events since the Heaven-Opening.
The day of their Heavenly Marriage arrived as scheduled.
Thirty-Three Heavens, outside the South Heaven Gate, Golden Bridge paved the way, bathed in countless rays of light. Deities from all directions rode auspicious clouds and on steeds, some even tearing through the void...
Arriving from nowhere, in an endless stream, all that could be seen was:
The Three Pure Ones arrived together: Laozi Purity and Non-Action, Yuanshi was naturally majestic, Tongtian's Sheathed Edge. Wherever they passed, the Daoist rhythm naturally arose, and all evils retreated.
The Daoist Jieyin looked distressed, while the Daoist Zhunti's eyes gleamed as he surveyed the Heavenly Court realm, praising it as excellent.
The Ancestor Minghe arrived riding on Blood Waves, his murderous aura soaring to the heavens. However, he restrained himself under the magnificent atmosphere of the Heavenly Court, and after presenting his congratulatory gifts, he remained silent.
In addition, there are the Queen Mother of the West, the Great God of Leize, and many other Innate Deities who have only been heard of in legends. Today, they have all gathered here, making it a grand gathering of Gathering of Immortals and an unprecedented spectacle.
All the celestial Demon Gods, Heavenly Soldiers and Generals of the Heavenly Court, dressed in brand-new armor and ceremonial guards, were in high spirits, maintaining order and guiding the guests. The six great Demon Saint lined up in various directions to receive powerful figures who were familiar with them or held high positions.
Just as the guests had mostly arrived and the auspicious hour was approaching, Clear Sound Resonating Through the Universe suddenly rang out from beyond the heavens, and a figure stepped leisurely into the South Heaven Gate, ascending an invisible staircase.
The newcomer exuded a primordial and ancient aura, seemingly breathing in harmony with heaven and earth and resonating with all the Dao. He was none other than the mysterious and unpredictable Heavenly Venerable of the Demon Clan— Qing Huan.
Qing Huan's arrival did not cause much of a stir, but all the powerful beings who sensed his presence felt a slight chill in their hearts.
His status was extraordinary; to some extent, even Di Jun and Tai Yi had to give him sufficient respect, and Di Jun and Tai Yi personally went forward to greet him.
"The arrival of the Heavenly Venerate Qing Huan brings great honor to our humble abode."
Di Jun cupped his hands in a respectful gesture.
Tai Yi nodded in acknowledgment.
Qing Huan's eyes were as clear as a child's, yet as deep as the Sea of Stars.
A slight smile, a calm voice:
"Di Jun's Heavenly Marriage is a momentous event that establishes order in the Primordial Wilderness, and I should naturally come to offer my congratulations."
Having said that, he waved his sleeve, and three streams of light flew out, hovering in the air. They were three Innate Spiritual Treasure, radiant with precious light and imbued with the Dao! One was the "Star River Plain Colored Cloud Realm Banner" (a replica or a defensive spiritual treasure of the same level), one was the "Moon Essence Wheel" (in accordance with the Dao of Greater Yin), and one was the "Solar Corona Ring" (in accordance with the Dao of Greater Yang).
At the same time, several more jade boxes appeared, their lids slightly ajar, revealing Immortal Fruits of various shapes and brimming with spiritual energy. These fruits were all formed from top-grade spiritual roots that were extremely rare in the Primordial Wilderness, such as Jiao Pear Ginseng Fruit, Immortal Apricot. Although they were not the complete originals, each one was enough to make Daluo Golden Immortal envious.
The sheer value of this gift left many of the deities present speechless with astonishment.
A glint flashed in Di Jun's eyes, and he solemnly accepted it:
"The Heavenly Venerable's generous gift has deeply moved Di Jun, Xi He, and Chang Xi."
Qing Huan said calmly:
"It was by chance that I came here, just to express my gratitude." He then said no more, and an Immortal Official led him to the seat of honor.
The auspicious hour has arrived; inside and outside the Lingxiao Treasure Hall, celestial music resounds, and auspicious omens abound.
Nuwa, dressed in palace attire, with a holy face, holding Red Embroidered Ball, slowly walked to the position of officiant at the wedding.
The Creation Qi emanating from her body blended perfectly with the joyous and peaceful atmosphere of this Heavenly Marriage.
"The time has come, the newlyweds enter—"
The master of ceremonies announced loudly, "Yes, sir!"
Under the watchful eyes of thousands, Di Jun, dressed in Sun, Moon, and Stars Emperor's Ceremonial Robes, and wearing the Heavenly Emperor's Crown Emperor, strode out from behind the palace with a majestic and joyful air.
Behind him, Eastern Emperor Taiyi held up the Chaos Bell, protecting him and adding to his supreme majesty.
Immediately afterwards, two beams of bright moonlight descended from the sky, like bridges of light.
Xi He and Chang Xi were dressed in Phoenix Crown and Ceremonial Robes. These robes were not ordinary red, but were woven from the Taiyin Moon Essence and adorned with the light of the All the Stars in the Heavens, exuding supreme nobility in their coolness.
Xi He's face still carried a hint of coolness, but her brows and eyes had been tinged with brightness; Chang Xi, on the other hand, was gentle and graceful, her eyes filled with happiness and peace.
Surrounded by numerous celestial maidens, they arrived bathed in moonlight, like goddesses stepping out of a painting.
Di Jun stepped forward and extended his hands. Xi He and Chang Xi also extended their jade hands and clasped them tightly with his.
The Sun and Moon Qi merged once more, but this time they were more magnificent and harmonious, as if they had triggered a resonance of the laws of the entire Heavenly Court.
Nuwa smiled and raised the Red Embroidered Ball in her hand.
That Red Embroidered Ball was Top-grade Innate Spiritual Treasures, in charge of marriage. At this moment, it emitted a hazy yet powerful aura of Karma, drawing upon the power of the Heavenly Dao.
Her clear and melodious voice resounded throughout the Heavenly Court, reaching the ears of every guest:
"Heavenly Dao above, the Lord of the Sun, Di Jun, and the Spirits of the Greater Yin, Xi He and Chang Xi, uphold the Yin-Yang Great Dao and Yang, and in accordance with the Mandate of Heavenly Mandate Karma cause and effect, hereby establish their Heavenly Marriage!"
From this day forward, the sun and moon shine together, Universe harmonize, the order of heaven and earth is restored, and all things flourish! This marriage is witnessed by heaven and earth, and celebrated by all spirits!
As soon as she finished speaking, Nuwa tossed the Red Embroidered Ball into the air. The Red Embroidered Ball spun rapidly, radiating countless rays of red light that instantly enveloped Di Jun, Xi He, and Chang Xi. The invisible Red Thread of Marriage bound them tightly together, not only themselves, but also the Luck of the Solar Star and Lunar Star, and even the Luck of the entire demon race.
At the very moment the Red Thread of Marriage was tied—
"Boom!"
A tremendous, invisible roar resounded from the Above the Nine Heavens! It was not a sound, but the Roar of the Great Dao! The entire Sea of Laws in the Primordial World trembled in its wake!
An endless stream of Xuanhuang Merit Qi, like a bursting dam, surged forth from the void, its quantity far exceeding that obtained from ordinary Establishing a Religion and creations!
This Merit is Heavenly Dao's reward for establishing Yin and Universe and harmonizing Heaven and Earth—a perfect order of the universe!
The Merit Golden Cloud was divided into several strands. The largest strand, about 40%, fell directly onto Di Jun's head and merged into his primordial spirit and the Solar Origin; another strand, about 20%, flew towards Nuwa to thank her for her role in presiding over the marriage and Facilitating Marriage.
Another portion, about 20%, entered Eastern Emperor Taiyi's body. As the Supreme Expert of the Demon Race and Pillar of the Heavenly Court, he also shared this glory. The remaining 20% was divided into two and injected into Xi He and Chang Xi respectively.
Merit enters the body, and extraordinary phenomena suddenly occur!