The two Immortal Emperors of the Immortal Domain could clearly sense that the aura of the figure before them was terrifyingly powerful.
It faintly seemed to let them touch the supreme pressure beyond the rules. That feeling instinctively filled them with apprehension.
"Lingxiao/Xuan Chen pays his respects to Fellow Daoist Bai Ye."
The two composed themselves and clasped their hands in unison, their voices respectful and humble, without the slightest trace of an Immortal Emperor's arrogance or self-importance.
"A million years ago, if not for Fellow Daoist's Doppelganger stepping forward and rushing to the Immortal Realm's aid, the living beings of our Immortal Domain would likely have long since been wiped out, and Lingxiao Heavenly Palace would have been reduced to scorched earth. Such a great favor is something everyone in our Immortal Realm will never forget."
As they spoke, the two discreetly sized up Bai Ye's Doppelganger.
They tried to judge the depth of his cultivation from the aura surrounding him, but could sense only a profound Yin-Yang Dao-rhyme, making it impossible to glimpse anything.
Bai Ye's Doppelganger slightly raised his hand, indicating that the two should take their seats. His tone was calm and mild, yet carried an unquestionable authority.
"The Immortal Realm and the Nine Heavens and Ten Lands depend on each other like lips and teeth. When one prospers, both prosper; when one suffers, both suffer. Watching over and aiding each other is only right and proper. Neither of you Immortal Emperors need stand on ceremony."
"Now that all of you Immortal Emperors have ventured deep into the dangerous Boundary Sea and returned safely, with your cultivation reaching an even higher level, it is truly cause for celebration."
His gaze swept over the two, clearly detecting the strange energy hidden within their bodies. He had already