Song Tianda stood atop the city wall!
He silently watched the entire city blaze with light.
Shouts that shook the heavens reached every ear.
Countless people throughout the city opened their doors!
They looked at the patrols of Dao Soldiers marching through the streets beneath their banners. A new era had arrived.
Many had died in the last rebellion, but it had also shown many people the truth about this world.
Though that rebellion had been crushed, a fire had remained hidden in everyone's heart.
Every one of them, every family—their grandparents and parents—had fallen victim to carefully woven lies.
Now, the slightest spark set all those smothered flames alight!
A manifestation of Immortal Golden Light appeared beside Song Tianda!
"It's begun. Soon, your claim to legitimacy will be widely recognized."
"More people will flock to your banner!"
"This war won't last long. Victory will be yours!"
Song Tianda nodded slightly. "I appreciate your good wishes, Immortal. I think so too!"
Deep within Song Tianda's mind, Li Qing's Divine Body silently watched it all, a cold smile touching his lips.
"Next, I need to make sure Song Tianda wins."
"He must seem able to foresee the enemy's every move and build a powerful image for himself."
"He must absorb every force he can!"
"After all, all I need is unification in the shortest possible time."
"I'm not trying to build an immaculate army!"
Soon, the city began recruiting troops and gathering resources. Examinations were swiftly held to select qualified administrators!
Its forces grew rapidly and spread outward in every direction.
The same thing was happening in the other four directions of the Spiritual Essence World.
But however this war developed, it would take a long time to unfold.
Meanwhile, somewhere unknown, something beyond everyone's understanding was taking place.
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