More precisely, the Bright Sword had fused with the Heavenly Emperor Sword. The Bright Sword's appearance had not changed at all, but it now carried a unique aura that had originally belonged to the Heavenly Emperor Sword.
The Heavenly Emperor's Remnant Soul was also greatly surprised by this sight.
"Your sword truly is extraordinary. My Heavenly Emperor Sword was also a divine weapon, yet it was fused so easily. What is this divine weapon called?"
"Bright Sword, a sword that represents the righteous energy of the world."
"A good name. I hope you can use this sword to sweep away all evil and grant the Great Thousand World a bright future."
"I will. No matter what, I will not tarnish the name of the Bright Sword."
As Lan Hong spoke, the Bright Sword let out a clear, resonant cry.
"You already have your own path. My inheritance may not be suitable for you. I hope you can find a suitable successor for it."
Lan Hong glanced at the Heavenly Emperor's Remnant Soul and asked in confusion, "Why not give your inheritance directly to Mandala?"
"Although Mandala is my adopted daughter, she is not suited to my inheritance either. She lacks the bearing of an emperor.
"If she had possessed such bearing, the Ancient Heavenly Palace would not have fallen to its current state."
"Mm, I will find a suitable heir for your inheritance."
"Thank you!"
With that, the Heavenly Emperor's Remnant Soul vanished before Lan Hong, Xiao Yan, and Lin Dong.
He had not dissipated, merely concealed himself. He would continue to remain within the Heavenly Emperor's Mausoleum, guarding this land in the form of a Remnant Soul.
Lin Dong, Xiao Yan, and Lan Hong emerged from the depths of the Heavenly Emperor's Mausoleum. Mandala was still merging with her