Once Shi Miao finished choosing, it was Di Mingyuan's turn, ranked fourth.
Seeing that neither Li Hao nor Shi Miao had chosen the Heavenly Emperor Clan, Di Mingyuan inwardly sighed with relief. He cupped his fists slightly toward them, committing this kindness to memory.
If the Heavenly Emperor Clan came under Li Hao or Shi Miao's command, then he, the heir to an Emperor Clan, could only command other great clans. He would lose face among his own people, unable even to look after his blood relatives.
Soon, Di Mingyuan chose his own Emperor Clan, along with another powerful clan.
Seeing that they could follow Di Mingyuan, everyone in the Emperor Clan felt reassured, and their goodwill toward Li Hao and Shi Miao grew considerably.
Next came Cang Zun, ranked fifth, Wan Jijun, ranked sixth, and the others in succession.
After the great clans were chosen, it was time to select the smaller clans. At this point, however, the vortex passage connecting the myriad races closed. The emperors would transmit the results of the smaller clans' selection directly to their clan talismans through imperial decrees.
"Catastrophe is approaching. Here are the emblems of the myriad races. Choose your armies. You may choose simultaneously; if two of you select the same clan, the higher-ranked True King takes priority!"
The Star Empress's expression was solemn. With a gentle wave of her slender hand, clan emblems glowing in different colors instantly appeared above the All Heavens Tower. Information emanated from them; a light touch of divine sense revealed details about each clan, such as its ranking, territory, and specialties-artifact forging, talisman crafting, or a particular Dao.
With their vast divine senses, Li Hao and the other nine True Kings could sweep through all of them in an instant, gaining a clear understanding of