The temple settled onto the ground, and the Great Array formed anew, linking the various continents.
Star River Heavenly Venerate's incarnation of will also dissipated, and his true body appeared before the crowd. He swayed slightly. Moving the temple and rebuilding the grotto-heaven Great Array had taken a considerable toll on him, especially after the bitter battle he had just fought.
"Grand Elder!"
Dangyun hurriedly reached out to support Star River, but he waved him off. "It's nothing. I merely expended a little too much just now. I'm not so weak that I can't stand!" He looked at Mu Cangming. "Sect Master, you can make the announcement now!"
Everyone's heart stirred again at those words. An announcement? What was he going to announce?
Could it be...?
A glimmer of understanding rose in everyone's heart. Perhaps it was what the Sect Master had mentioned earlier.
Mu Cangming nodded. His gaze swept over the crowd as he said:
"Since most of our Spirit Roaming Realm cultivators are gathered here this time, I'll take the opportunity to announce something!"
Everyone held their breath, their eyes fixed on Mu Cangming. Yun He clenched his fists, anxiety churning within him.
Mu Cangming continued:
"From today onward, the Holy Son will take charge, assuming the responsibilities of first deputy sect master and overseeing all affairs of the Tianli Sect. Yun He will serve as second deputy sect master, assisting the Holy Son alongside the masters of the Five Peaks!"
"First deputy sect master!"
Although the twenty-odd True Lords had been prepared for Mu Cangming's decision, they were still deeply shocked.
Fang Mo now held actual authority, rather than merely enjoying a status equivalent to a deputy sect master's.
Still, on reflection, it was only right. Fang Mo's strength, achievements, and influence had all met the requirements,