As his words fell, Ji Huanqing took a deep breath as well.
Though her ambitions lay elsewhere, the Soaring Sky Dynasty was her root. Likewise, the Dragon Soul Rite's inheritance was a heaven-sent opportunity. This time, she had to step forward and give it her all.
This Dragon Soul Rite would likely alter the entire existing balance of the Soaring Sky Dynasty. In other words, it would be dangerous to the extreme.
As the chief eunuch at the side slowly emerged carrying a jade tray, eight spatial rings could be seen neatly arranged atop it. No one knew what the rings contained, but the resources within were undoubtedly the Soaring Sky Dynasty's most precious reserves!
Ji Huanqing solemnly accepted the jade tray. Looking at the faces in the arena, each bearing a different expression, she drew a deep breath and no longer hesitated. Amid the thunderous drumbeats, she slowly stepped onto the altar stairs!
"Buzz!"
The instant Ji Huanqing stepped onto the stairs, dragon energy shot skyward from the altar. The raging river of stars actually began to gleam with golden light, while wave after wave surged and incomparably pure spiritual energy of heaven and earth frantically gathered.
The spiritual energy converged upon Ji Huanqing's silver phoenix robes, flowing ceaselessly. At last, golden dragon patterns gradually formed upon those silver robes!
The dark golden dragon patterns grew ever clearer until, in the end, they transformed into an illusory flowing celestial gown embroidered with dragon patterns. A faint yet palpable dragon's might stirred the entire space, as though the roars of ancient dragons had traveled from primordial antiquity to resound between heaven and earth.
Countless people stared in shock at the changes unfolding upon Ji Huanqing!
The Dragon Soul Rite had already begun the moment she stepped onto the stairs!
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