[Buddha-Heart Lamp Transmission] Wu Song Infused with Spiritual Power; [Emergency Headband] Developed and Unveiled! (Continued)

"For the sake of protecting the people and land of one region.

For the sake of exterminating every demon and evil spirit beneath the heavens.

For the sake of following Lord Father and helping all living beings weather this age together!"

Three "for the sake ofs."

No florid words, no grand vows.

Only the most simple and pure obsession.

This was also Cao E's life in a nutshell.

While alive, she had thrown herself into the river and died rather than give up searching for her drowned father. That was filial piety, protecting the bonds of her own family.

After death, she had transformed into a water deity, protecting the people on both banks of the Cao E River from year to year, bringing them fair winds and timely rains. That was righteousness, protecting one region's land and people.

Now, she followed Lin Chen, willing to use her remnant soul to fight evil gods and strange horrors. That was loyalty, protecting all living beings beneath the heavens.

Her filial devotion had moved Heaven; her loyalty and courage were beyond reproach.

After a long while.

At last, a trace of emotion appeared on Yao Ji's imposing face.

"Good."

A single word, like an imperial decree from Heaven.

"Only one with great love in their heart can become a deity."

Yao Ji slowly raised the divine staff in her hand and pointed it at Cao E:

"Your filial deed has moved Heaven and Earth; your will is enough to bear my authority.

Today, I shall grant you the office of 'Cloud and Rain,' entrusting you with the spirit of Mount Wu and the duties of the Goddess!"

The instant her voice fell.

Rumble—!

All twelve peaks of Mount Wu unexpectedly began to thunder at the same time.

The seven-colored clouds and mist