As the phenomenon of "Reaching for the Moon from the Ninth Heaven" ended, Xiao Yi slowly descended onto the altar.
She gently put on a green mask brimming with vitality. Its green seemed to hold boundless life and vigor, like tender leaves in early spring, overflowing with the breath of life.
This was the very mask she had worn at the Soul Fighting Arena, symbolizing Lesser Siming, the guardian of childbirth.
Xiao Yi swept her gaze over every member of the Azure Vine Clan. Her voice was cool and melodious, yet filled with sincerity and deep feeling, echoing through the air like a heavenly melody.
"Today, blessed with my clansmen's profound affection and the phenomena bestowed by heaven, I am honored with this singular favor."
"From this day forth, I, Donghuang Xiuyi, shall serve as the Holy Maiden of the Azure Vine Clan, bearing the title Lesser Siming."
"As Lesser Siming, I shall shoulder the sacred duty of nurturing children, safeguard the peace of our people, hold the fulcrum of fate, and guide all living beings toward a glorious future."
"Thus, I pledge my blood to preserve the peace of our clan, and all my strength to defend our faith. For the entirety of this life, my resolve shall never waver, as we journey together to the far shore of glory."
Her inaugural address was brief but powerful. Every word seemed to carry the weight of a thousand pounds, shaking the hearts of everyone present.
Hearing her oath, the Azure Vine clansmen grew overwhelmed with emotion. Tears glimmered in their eyes; at that moment, their faith and reverence reached their peak.
Then the Azure Vine Marks on Xiao Yi's wrists, ankles, and hair blazed with light. She crossed her hands before her, and azure-white soul power gathered into motes of