91: The Imperial Clan is formed!

A month's time passed in a flash amidst the undercurrents and expectations of the Myriad Heavens and Myriad Realms.

Qingzhou, the Lin Clan ancestral land.

The current Lin Clan territory had long since taken on a grand new appearance.

A purple-gold Luck canopy covered a hundred thousand miles of mountains and rivers. Spiritual Qi was as dense as rain, spiritual springs gushed from the ground, exotic flowers and rare herbs were everywhere, and auspicious spiritual cranes frequently danced in the sky.

Floating immortal mountain pavilions were arranged according to profound formations, guarding the towering ten-thousand-zhang altar at the center.

The altar was based on Chaos stones, its entire body engraved with complex Innate Dao patterns, drawing down the power of the stars to form brilliant pillars of light.

The altar was divided into nine levels, each holding ancient ritual vessels for sacrifice, emitting a vast and boundless Aura.

Surrounding the altar was an incomparably vast Heaven-Worshipping Square.

At this moment, the square was already a sea of people, yet it was in perfect order.

Lin Clan disciples were dressed in uniform ceremonial robes, high-spirited and standing solemnly according to their respective halls and lineages, their eyes filled with excitement and pride.

A group of newly promoted Samsara Realm and Nirvana Realm clan elders, led by Acting Clan Head, stood at the very front of the ranks, their Auras heavy and settled.

Even more eye-catching was the area specially designated at the front of the square.

Lin Hao, Ye Chen, Lin Yun, Phoenix Spirit, Lin Feng, Yang Yan, and Moon Radiance—the Seven Saint Sons—stood side by side.

They did not intentionally release their Auras, but the natural pressure of the Dao Tribulation Realm and the faint flow of immortal Dao Rhyme within them made them like seven pillars of the sea; just standing there gave off an unshakeable feeling.

The newly risen Lin Zhan—with the Azure Dragon Sacred Body—and Lin Yao—with the Myriad Medicine Body—stood slightly behind them; their Spirit Tribulation Realm cultivation was also not to be underestimated.

The entire Lin Clan had sent out its elites, their Aura as grand as a rainbow!

On the periphery of the square and further away in the sky were observers from the Myriad Heavens and Myriad Realms.

A Zixiao Heaven war chariot pulled by nine flood dragons hovered in the east. Thunder Punishment sat within it, his expression calm, though a look of scrutiny lay deep in his eyes.

To the west, the bone throne of Nine Nether Mansion was hidden within demonic clouds, with Demon Venerable Gu You's Aura flickering in and out of perception.

To the north, the azure lotus phantom of the Azure Emperor Palace floated quietly, Immortal Venerable Qing Lin's gaze peaceful.

Besides these, many other ancient or mysterious Auras had descended:

To the south, within a brilliant golden divine light, the phantom of a heavenly palace was faintly visible; it was an envoy from the Ancient God Heavenly Domain.

To the northeast, Sword Qi pierced the sky as a tower ship shaped like a giant sword broke through the air. Standing at the bow was an old man with an ancient sword on his back, from the Limitless Sword Sect.

To the southwest, Buddha Light shone universally as a group of solemn monks arrived on lotus pedestals from the Great Brahma Pure Land.

To the northwest, Demonic Qi rolled as several great demons of various forms and fierce Auras arrived on demonic winds, representing the Ten Thousand Demon Ancestral Court... In total, no fewer than dozens of Emperor-level or quasi-Emperor-level Factions had sent representatives, including several figures in the Xiaoyao Realm!

They either manifested their true forms or hid in the Void Realm, their gazes all focused on the ten-thousand-zhang altar and the yet-to-appear Lin Clan Old Ancestor—Lin Dao.

So many top-tier factions gathering together just to witness the rise of a single Family was practically unheard of since the dawn of the Near Ancient Era!

The auspicious hour was approaching.

A clear and melodious bell chime suddenly rang out between heaven and earth. The sound was not loud, yet it instantly spread across all of Qingzhou, cleansing people's hearts; even those Xiaoyao Realm experts felt their spirits clear.

In the next moment, at the very top of the altar, space rippled slightly, and a green-robed figure appeared silently.

It was Lin Dao!

He was still dressed in simple green clothes, standing with his hands behind his back, his expression calm.

He did not emit any overbearing Aura, but the moment he appeared, the entire world seemed to center around him.

The sunlight seemed brighter, the Spiritual Qi more active, and even the purple-gold Luck canopy covering the fields leaned slightly toward him in a show of affinity.

Everyone's gaze was instantly drawn to him.

"So he is Lin Dao..."

"Indeed unfathomable, I can't see through him at all!"

"Is this the Peak of the Carefree Realm..."

Low murmurs of discussion rose in the observation area, filled with awe and curiosity.

Lin Dao's gaze swept over the solemnly standing Lin Clan disciples below, then over the various powerful observers, and finally looked up at the sky. He spoke loudly, his voice clearly reaching the ears of every living being, carrying a Dao Rhyme that resonated with heaven and earth:

"Heaven above, and Earth below."

"Today, I, Lin Dao, lead the billions of disciples of the Lin Clan to report to the ten thousand Daos of heaven and earth, with all the heavens as witness!"

"My Lin Clan has received the Luck of heaven and earth, upheld the legacy of our ancestors, and through diligent governance, our clan's fortune prospers!"

"Now we have disciples with extraordinary talent, both virtue and ability, and many experts have emerged; we already possess the strength to support the heavens!"

"I, Lin Dao, though lacking in talent, am willing to take up this heavy burden, protect the clan as we move forward, and seek the immortal Dao!"

"Therefore, at this auspicious hour, I sacrifice to heaven and earth to promote my Lin Clan—to a Supreme Emperor-level Faction!"

"From this day forth, the Lin Clan shall guard its territory, protect all living beings, maintain the social order, live as long as heaven and earth, and prosper alongside the ten thousand Daos!"

"May heaven and earth witness this! May the ten thousand Daos permit it!"

His voice was calm at first, but became increasingly grand toward the end. Every word seemed to trigger a resonance with the Laws of heaven and earth!

As his final word fell—

Rumble!!!

The entire Nine Provinces Continent—no, every world in this Star Domain—seemed to tremble!

Above the Nine Heavens, the originally clear sky was instantly covered by an endless auspicious Aura!

Purple Qi came from the east for thirty thousand miles!

Golden lotuses emerged from thin air, and sweet springs gushed from the earth!

Auspicious phantoms of True Dragons, Colorful Phoenixes, and Qilins wove through the clouds, crying out!

Countless Dao runes fell like golden snowflakes, merging into the Lin Clan territory and into the bodies of every Lin Clan disciple!

A vast, majestic, and supreme will seemed to descend from the mysterious source of the ten thousand Daos, slowly sweeping over the altar, over Lin Dao, and over the entire Lin Clan!

This was the scrutiny and recognition of the Will of Heaven and Earth!

Before this will, even Xiaoyao Realm experts felt their own insignificance and felt awe in their hearts.

That will lingered on Lin Dao for a moment, seemingly confirming something. Then, an indescribably brilliant golden pillar of light containing the true intent of 'Emperor' crashed down from the depths of the endless void, precisely pouring into the purple-gold Luck canopy above Lin Dao's head!

Buzz—!

The purple-gold Luck canopy was like it had been ignited, instantly radiating ten thousand beams of light. Its color became deeper and more noble, and its area expanded wildly, almost covering nearly half of Qingzhou!

At the center of the canopy, a blurry but incomparably majestic 'Emperor' rune slowly condensed and took shape, emitting a supreme Aura that governed all directions!

At the same time, all core disciples of the Lin Clan, especially Lin Dao and the Seven Saint Sons, felt their connection with this heaven and earth become tighter. Their cultivation barriers seemed to loosen slightly, and their comprehension of the Laws became a bit clearer!

This was the Luck feedback and privilege gained after being promoted to an Emperor-level Faction and receiving the recognition of heaven and earth!

The heavenly phenomena lasted for a full incense stick of time before slowly dissipating.

But that brand new, grand Luck and majesty belonging to a Supreme Emperor-level Faction was already deeply imprinted in this heaven and earth, and in the hearts of all witnesses!

On the altar, Lin Dao felt the tighter connection with the clan's Luck and the power of heaven and earth being added to him from the void. He knew that it was a success!

He turned to face the countless Lin Clan disciples and the observers from various parties below. His voice was calm yet carried supreme majesty as he announced:

"From this day forth, the Lin Clan is an Emperor-level Faction!"

"Congratulations to the Emperor-level Faction!!"

Led by Acting Clan Head, all Lin Clan disciples were so excited that tears filled their eyes. They roared in unison, their voices shaking heaven and earth, venting the emotions accumulated over countless years and celebrating their current glory!

In the observation area, after a brief silence, the representatives of various factions, regardless of what they thought in their hearts, had to suppress their feelings and stepped forward one after another.

Thunder Punishment of Zixiao Heaven was the first to speak, his voice booming: "Zixiao Heaven congratulates the Lin Clan on its promotion to an Emperor-level Faction!

We specially present ten drops of 'Nine Heavens Thunder Pond Liquid' as a congratulatory gift!"

He held up a jade bottle surrounded by purple lightning.

Demon Venerable Gu You of Nine Nether Mansion also suppressed his arrogance and said hoarsely: "Nine Nether Mansion congratulates the Lin Emperor-level Faction! We present a piece of 'Nine Nether Soul Jade'!"

A pitch-black jade stone emitting cold Soul Power flew out.

Immortal Venerable Qing Lin of Azure Emperor Palace smiled and cupped his hands: "Azure Emperor Palace congratulates the Lin Clan! We present a hundred catties of 'Ten Thousand Year Azure Sky Liquid'!"

A mass of green liquid filled with life force hovered in the air.

"Ancient God Heavenly Domain congratulates the Lin Emperor-level Faction! We present..."

"Limitless Sword Sect congratulates..."

"Great Brahma Pure Land congratulates..."

"Ten Thousand Demon Ancestral Court congratulates..."

For a time, voices of congratulation rose one after another. Precious gifts, each enough to make even those in the Xiaoyao Realm moved, were presented. Radiant light shone everywhere and treasures filled the air, pushing the atmosphere of this promotion ceremony to its climax.

Lin Dao stood at the peak of the altar and accepted them calmly.

Acting Clan Head then led the clan elders to methodically receive the gifts and exchange pleasantries with the representatives of the various factions.