Everyone present felt their hearts tremble. Even those who had seen Empress Nuwa's true form before still found themselves unable to suppress their astonishment.
"Di Jun pays his respects to Empress Nuwa. I wish Your Majesty everlasting peace through countless tribulations."
"There's no need to be so formal." Nuwa smiled faintly, her voice like a clear spring striking jade. "I've completed what you entrusted to me. The two Lunar Goddesses have made up their minds. Pick an auspicious day, and you may bring them home as brides."
Di Jun and Tai Yi were overjoyed. They bowed together on the spot. "Thank you, Empress, for making this possible! We will never forget your kindness!"
Nuwa waved her hand with a light laugh. "The auspicious day should be set soon. Don't let this fine match be delayed. I shall take my leave first. On the day of the wedding, I will personally come to offer my congratulations." Before her voice had even faded, auspicious clouds rose beneath her feet once more, carrying her graceful figure away. In the blink of an eye, she vanished into the boundless sky.
Di Jun gazed after her for a long while before returning to the hall. He immediately brought out the River Diagram and Luo Book to calculate the auspicious hour. Before long, he designated nine days later as an exceptionally auspicious day. On that day, he would marry the Lunar Goddess Xi He, while Eastern Emperor Tai Yi would marry Chang Xi at the same time.
The news immediately spread throughout the Primordial World. Betrothal gifts surged toward the Lunar Star like a tide. Seven-Colored Divine Jade, Innate Spiritual Roots, and star essences were all rare treasures found nowhere else in the world. At the same time, an edict was proclaimed throughout the Eight Wastelands: