Tongtian swept his gaze over the disciples below. His voice rang across all of Golden Ao Island:
"Disciples, I have two matters to announce today."
Tongtian paused, his voice growing solemn.
"First, the Human Dao has emerged, and the Three Human Emperors and Five Emperors will soon appear. This is ordained by the Heavenly Dao, and it is also an opportunity for our Interception Sect."
His gaze shifted to Duobao at the front of the crowd.
"Duobao."
At the sound of his name, Duobao hurried forward, cupped his hands, and bowed.
"Your disciple is here!"
"Duobao, I have secured the position of Teacher of the Earth Emperor for you." Tongtian looked at him with a hint of expectation in his eyes.
"When the Earth Emperor appears, you will go to the Human Race and teach him, securing a share of the Human Dao's fortune for our Interception Sect. The future prosperity of our sect depends on this. Do not neglect your duty."
"Your disciple will obey your Imperial Edict!"
Duobao took a deep breath and answered firmly. Beside him, Holy Mother Jinling, Holy Mother Guiling, and the others cast him envious looks.
Tongtian nodded in satisfaction. Then his expression turned grave, and his voice sank.
"The second matter: with the emergence of the Human Dao, the Investiture of the Gods Calamity has begun."
The square erupted in uproar.
Tongtian raised a hand to quiet the crowd and continued.
"This Tribulation is no ordinary one. It will engulf not only the Primordial World but the Myriad Heavens and Ten Thousand Worlds. Not a single universe will be spared!"
"Haotian will take charge of the Investiture of the Gods and establish a new Heavenly Court. Together with Di Jun's Ancient Heavenly Court, it will govern the order of the heavens." Tongtian swept