The peak master who had stepped forward to explain the matter raised his palm. With that motion, an object emitting a faint glow flew out from his wide sleeve.
In the next instant, that wisp of faint light flared brighter. In the blink of an eye, radiance flowed, illuminating the grand hall several degrees more brightly.
This Flying Light, so eye-catching, unsurprisingly drew the gazes of many Immortal masters within the hall.
"What... is this?"
An elder seated below stroked his beard as he examined it, asking in confusion.
The elder beside him also narrowed his eyes and looked over. Seeing that the source of the Flying Light appeared to be something in the shape of a seed, he too was greatly astonished.
Within the hall, the peak master who had produced the object wore a solemn expression. "This object is a Gourd Seed. A disciple reported it, and because the matter is of great importance, I have come here specifically to report it to the Dao Academy Master."
He spoke slowly, briefly recounting what had happened.
No matter how much was said about its origins, they would have to wait until it had been appraised before discussing it further.
"A Gourd Seed?"
A gaze from atop a Cloud Platform flickered with mild surprise.
For a Gourd Seed to be brought here for discussion, someone's eyes immediately shook as they recalled a Primordial Era magic treasure related to it.
From the Cloud Platform of the Chief above came a voice from within the light and shadow, slowly recounting its origins.
"The Primordial Cataclysm destroyed boundless worlds, sweeping across all living beings and myriad heavens."
"In the Primordial Era, there was an extraordinary person who took a gourd as his magic treasure, his divine ability, and his cultivation. He emerged from