The atmosphere within Yaochi instantly fell silent. Great Saints of all races and powerhouses from across the heavens held their breath, their hearts trembling as they recalled the famous rumor circulating through the Big Dipper—the Heavenly Court's internal strife.
Now, it seemed that it had not been a rumor after all.
Even Jiang Yifei glanced sideways, his gaze solemn. If the contents of these two edicts matched, it would be fine. But if they differed, or even conflicted, what then?
"Woof, woof, woof! There's actually another Tianxuan Edict? That's truly strange."
Amid such a grave atmosphere, only one Big Black Dog remained utterly carefree. Black Emperor grinned wickedly. "Why not open them both and take a look?"
"This dog really loved watching trouble unfold."
Ye Tong's mouth twitched, helplessness appearing in his golden eyes. Taking a deep breath, he waved a hand. "Senior Black Emperor, I'll read the edict."
As soon as he spoke, the edict shining with golden divine light slowly unfurled. The aura of an ancient Great Emperor immediately manifested, drawing birds into flight and causing countless beasts to bow in worship. Boundless immortal music rang out, and even Great Saints could not help lowering their heads to listen reverently.
Ye Tong stood shrouded in immortal radiance, like an incarnation of the Heavenly Dao, speaking on the Emperor's behalf as he read the four words written upon the edict—Taiyin bears the surname Jiang!
"Taiyin bears the surname Jiang?!"
The moment those words emerged, Saints from countless domains drew sharp breaths. Was this the will of a Heavenly Court Supreme Being? It was simply impossible to defy.
Quite a few Big Dipper cultivators looked toward the Three-Eyed Great Saint of the Kunlun Remnant Tribe with traces of mockery in their eyes. Let's see what you could do now.
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