Deep within Biyou Palace, Shangqing Immortal Light swirled and flowed. Shangqing Tongtian Cult Master sat upright upon the Cloud Platform, Sword Qi concealed around him without revealing itself, his Dao intent complete and seamless.
Lu Yuan wore a Ziwei Emperor Robe as he walked steadily into the great hall. Reaching the Cloud Platform, he gave a deep bow according to Mystic Gate ancient rituals. "This disciple Qingxuan pays respects to Master. May Master's sacred countenance enjoy golden peace."
Tongtian Cult Master slowly opened his eyes. His gaze, which contained the birth and destruction of myriad worlds, fell upon Lu Yuan, carrying an indescribable gratification amid its majesty.
A faint smile touched his lips as Shangqing Tongtian Cult Master raised a hand in a virtual gesture of support. "The Ziwei imperial lord has returned. There is no need for such formality. Rise."
Lu Yuan rose as instructed and stood respectfully beside him.
The atmosphere inside the hall was tranquil and solemn, with only boundless Dao charm flowing naturally.
"Qingxuan!" Tongtian Cult Master's voice rang clear, containing the sound of the Great Dao. "I have seen all of your achievements.
"The Rune Immortal Dao and Ghost Immortal Great Dao have pioneered new schools. The Immortal Master Lineage has transmitted the Dao among the human race and established the foundations of enlightenment and instruction!
"Among the second-generation disciples of the Mystic Gate's Three Teachings, you were the first to attain the Dao realm of a Quasi-Sage Great Divine Ability User. You created the Dao Fruit Severing Dao Proving Method, a method for proving the Dao—your path is remarkably extraordinary.
"Now, as one of the Six Imperials, governing the Ziwei Star Palace and the seasonal warp and weft of the Cosmic stars, your status already rivals that of the Heavenly Emperor... I am deeply