The entire Dao Seal was resplendent, its surface covered in countless fine, ancient Great Dao patterns, radiating a solemn and sacred aura.
At the same time, a stream of information flowed into Qin Yan's mind like a gentle trickle, instantly making him understand the purpose of this Dao Seal.
This was a Great Dao Contract.
An emperor taking on a disciple was a matter of great importance. Even the Great Dao would bestow a contract and blessing as witness.
The contract's terms were exceedingly simple: as Cangxuan Great Emperor's disciple, Qin Yan must never betray or stab his master in the back.
Likewise, Cangxuan Great Emperor could not harm him without cause.
If either party violated the contract, they would suffer punishment from the Great Dao.
The Great Dao's punishment was no trivial penalty.
At best, one's Dao foundation would be destroyed. At worst, one's soul would be annihilated, leaving no chance of redemption through countless tribulations.
Even supreme experts at the Great Emperor level could not possibly bear such a price.
Of course, Qin Yan was even less able to bear the consequences of breaking the contract now.
"Qin Yan is willing to become Cangxuan Great Emperor's disciple. In this life and forevermore, I shall never betray him!"
Qin Yan raised his head and faced the Great Dao's pressure, which weighed down on him so heavily that he could barely breathe. Gathering all his strength, he shouted those words.
The instant his words fell, the golden Dao Seal floating before him trembled lightly before transforming into a streak of golden light that shot directly into his brow.
The moment the Dao Seal entered his body, Qin Yan felt an indescribably vast, warm power erupt from between his brows and instantly sweep through his limbs and bones.
That power was