Just as the immortals were contemplating the Sage's words, a figure quietly emerged beside Primordial Heavenly Venerate. Its aura was connected to his, though its form was somewhat illusory.
The figure took one step and appeared outside the hall, on the Cloud Platform.
It was a clone condensed from Yuanshi's saintly power.
"White Crane Boy," the figure said. Its voice was identical to that of Yuanshi's true form.
White Crane Boy, who had been standing beside the Cloud Platform, immediately bowed, his expression utterly reverent. "This disciple is here."
"Has the decree been delivered to Golden Palace in Dou Mansion?
"Has the matter of Star Lord Bo Yikao's reincarnation been properly arranged?" Yuanshi's figure asked. His tone was calm, yet carried an unquestionable will.
White Crane Boy replied respectfully, "Reporting to the Sage, the decree has reached Dou Mansion.
"Star Lord Tianfu has received it. The opportunity for reincarnation has been set. Once the time comes, his true spirit will enter the cycle of reincarnation.
"Everything is ready. We await only..."
White Crane Boy paused briefly, his voice lowering further. "We await only the Human Sect Sage's decision."
Yuanshi's figure gave a slight nod, a trace of satisfaction flashing in his eyes.
"Good. This is no attempt to sow discord, but an Open Scheme.
"No matter what Eldest Senior Brother chooses—whether to save him or abandon him—it will all fall within my grasp."
His gaze turned toward Doushuai Palace, beyond the Thirty-Three Heavens. Primordial Heavenly Venerate seemed to see that senior brother of his.
This move was precisely meant to force Sage Taiqing to take a stand.
Whether the Human Sect chose to save Bo Yikao or stood by and did nothing, it would fall into the web of cause and effect.
"Go. Take my talisman and decree, return to