When East King Duke arrived, Haotian and Yaochi both rose at once and strode forward. The Yin-Yang Dao Venerable was a figure of extraordinary status; even the Dao Ancestor addressed him as a Fellow Daoist. Naturally, the two dared not show him any disrespect. Besides, it was he who had recommended them for the positions of Jade Emperor and Queen Mother, so they had all the more reason to treat him with respect.
"Haotian and Yaochi pay their respects to the Yin-Yang Dao Venerable!"
East King Duke smiled faintly and nodded in greeting.
"Jade Emperor, Queen Mother, you are too kind."
"Dao Venerable, esteemed disciples, please take your seats."
The seat reserved by the Heavenly Court for the Yin-Yang Lineage was at the head of the guests' section. Given East King Duke's multiple identities, including that of a Primordial Grand Unity Golden Immortal, he naturally ranked alongside the Saints—and even held a slight edge over them.
His three disciples, Kong Xuan and the others, were seated behind him.
After East King Duke arrived, several Saints came in one after another. Nuwa was the first. She rode upon her mount, the Golden Phoenix, a creature of extraordinary beauty and magnificence. Following behind her was Little Golden Crow Lu Ya, who had already taken human form.
Nuwa's seat was below East King Duke's. The two exchanged a few greetings before taking their places.
Once they were seated, the Three Ancestors of the Human Race, who had arrived earlier, stepped forward to pay their respects. Suirenshi, Youchaoshi, and Ziyishi had all reached the Zenith Heaven Golden Immortal Peak thanks to the destiny of the Human Race. Their cultivation was truly remarkable.
East King Duke nodded and offered them a few words of encouragement. Nuwa, who had already felt guilty toward the Human Race