Urban Undying Lord
Chapter 488 - 488 497 The Grand Heaven Worship Ceremony

488: Chapter 497: The Grand Heaven Worship Ceremony 488: Chapter 497: The Grand Heaven Worship Ceremony Time trickled by.

Soon, under the attendance of nine fairies, Ye Xuan donned the Heavenly Emperor’s Battle Robe, and a dignified and majestic aura diffused around him, causing the nine fairies to bow at his sides, not daring to look directly at Ye Xuan.

A bronze mirror materialized, and upon looking at his reflection, Ye Xuan’s eyes seemed to drift faintly before settling into a contented smile, feeling no substantial turmoil within.

After all, be it the Heavenly Emperor’s Battle Robe or even the Heavenly Emperor’s Sword, these were but external objects, merely adornments.

Ye Xuan had never taken these matters to heart.

When he first entered the Earth Immortal Realm, Ye Xuan could hardly imagine himself becoming the Heavenly Emperor, let alone one day wearing this Heavenly Emperor’s Battle Robe.

But now that the day had arrived, he felt nothing, no ecstatic joy as he had imagined.

Six thousand years had the power to change much; this six-thousand-year journey of cultivation had made it clear to Ye Xuan—everything he possessed was tied to his own cultivation.

Without it, even if he were adorned in the Heavenly Emperor’s garb, no one would follow him.

Therefore, Ye Xuan was indifferent to the Heavenly Emperor’s garb.

Even if he were dressed in black today, he would still reign supreme over the Three Realms, with none daring to defy his will.

“Your Majesty, all the Daoist sects have assembled.

Please proceed to the Observation Platform to pay homage to Heaven, where you will officially ascend to the throne of the Heavenly Emperor,” Taibai entered hastily, bowing deeply to Ye Xuan.

Thunderous rumbles!

The doors of the Dou Niu Palace opened.

As Ye Xuan, dressed in the Heavenly Emperor’s Battle Robe, stepped out, an unimaginable imperial might burst forth.

He seemed to transform into a blazing sun as he strode across the heavenly vault toward the Observation Platform.

There was no Nine Dragon Chariot, no accompanying fairies, for Ye Xuan needed none of these cumbersome formalities, nor would he perform the pretenses of the Jade Emperor to flaunt the majesty of the ruler of the Three Realms.

A man, a path— I am the Heavenly Emperor, able to quell all foes of this world.

This was Ye Xuan’s spirit, his stance, a declaration to all the Daoist sects that he possessed an invincible force capable of pushing in all directions, needing no pomp and ceremony.

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Observation Platform.

The ground, paved with white jade crystal stones, extended for a hundred thousand miles in all directions, with countless Immortals seated around, and many Evil Demons of formidable might occupying the peripheries.

The Chan Sect lineage, Western Lingshan, Underworld Yama, the Four Seas— the forces were too numerous to count, vast beyond comprehension.

At the center of the Observation Platform stood an altar for paying respects to Heaven, reflecting the characters for Heaven and Earth across the void above, the imperial throne of the Heavenly Emperor boldly set against the heavens.

The hundred-thousand-mile Observation Platform buzzed continuously with discussion— these were the voices of the various Daoist forces.

Although these voices were subdued, the sheer number of Immortals made the platform somewhat noisy.

“This Heavenly Emperor Ye has great audacity, not yet officially seated on the throne, yet he’s already vigorously expanding the Heavenly Court’s power.

What exactly is he trying to do?”

“King of Blood’s Old Freak, the Swallowing Moon Giant Crocodile, the Forgetful Evil Immortal, the Nine Desires Demoness…

all these are Great Divine Powers of the Evil Demons, if they join the Heavenly Court, wouldn’t it become a gathering place for Evil Demons?”

“Hush, silence, don’t speak so freely.”

A great many Immortals whispered among themselves, unease flickering in their eyes when they saw so many Evil Demons converging at the Heavenly Court.

But, upon being cautioned by their peers, they quickly fell silent, fearing that they might bring trouble upon themselves.

It wasn’t just these ordinary Immortals who were uneasy; the faces of the Immortals from the major Daoist sects also showed displeasure.

The Heavenly Court was not only filled with Evil Demons, but at the side of the Golden Spirit Saint Mother, there were several Daluo Golden Immortals, whose auras were evidently not those of ordinary Daluos but clearly Great Divine Powers from the Jie Sect.

“Turtle Spirit Saint Mother?

She’s alive?” Taiyi True Lord of the Chan Sect spoke grimly.

On spotting a female fairy from the Jie Sect, a profound wariness crossed his eyes.

“Even Goddess Shiji has emerged!” exclaimed Gold Star Taibai, a Golden Immortal of the Chan Sect with solemnity, for he had personally experienced the prowess of this woman during the great battle that led to the deification of the gods.

The Group of Immortals from the Chan Sect fell silent, their faces reflecting the gravity of the moment.

Clearly, with the great Divine Powers of the Jie Sect making their appearance in the Heavenly Court, it was proof that the Jie Sect was about to rise formally.

“Amitabha.”

Maitreya Buddha brought his hands together, quietly chanting the Buddha’s name.

When he saw the multitude of demons converging and Evil Demons present everywhere in the Heavenly Court, his eyes held not only resignation but also an extremely heavy significance.

“The Heavenly Emperor arrives!”

Ding ding ding!

The morning bells and evening drums sounded, with auspicious Qi in the thousands of strands.

Nine Heavens Fairies sang while the Heavenly Court Golden Bell tolled.

Amidst the diffusing flower rain, a beam of golden light was seen emerging from Dou Niu Palace, leisurely walking across the Heavenly Vault towards the Observation Platform.

Dong—Dong—Dong

Infinite, Heaven and Earth are Limitless.

Ye Xuan ascended to the skies, a slowly unraveling aura of authority that suppressed the Heavenly Emperor emanated from him, instilling a profound sense of inferiority in anyone who beheld him.

Hum!

Heaven and Earth resonated with a hum, and the void surged.

When the golden light dissipated, Ye Xuan’s figure materialized, standing upon the Observation Platform, surveying all the Daoist factions.

Ye Xuan’s eyes were calm and indifferent as he scanned the various sects.

When met with Ye Xuan’s gaze, no one dared to hold his or her gaze, hastily averting their eyes, not daring to engage in the slightest eye contact.

Such was the majesty of the Heavenly Emperor, making all Immortals bow their heads.

This scene unfolded on the Observation Platform.

“Greetings to Heavenly Emperor Ye.”

Led by Shen Gongbao, the Group of Immortals from the Jie Sect was the first to bow to Ye Xuan, and even endless hordes of Evil Demons called out the name of Heavenly Emperor Ye.

Their voices thundered across the ten thousand li Observation Platform, the sound rolling unceasingly like a chorus of tidal waves.

With the Chan Sect, Western Lingshan, the Ten Palaces Yama, the Four States, and the Four Seas looking at each other, helpless and wry smiles appeared on their faces.

“Greetings to Heavenly Emperor Ye.”

All sects bowed deeply in respect, none of the Immortals daring to show discontent, for Ye Xuan’s ascent was unstoppable, and today was indeed the day he ascended to the position of Heavenly Emperor.

No one dared to show the slightest disrespect.

“My lords, please rise.”

Ye Xuan spoke calmly, yet his voice echoed throughout the ten thousand li Observation Platform, instantly silencing the tidal wave-like clamor, bringing a sudden quiet to this region of Heaven and Earth.

“The Heavenly Offering Ceremony begins.”

Gold Star Taibai, holding golden paper, began to read aloud the prayer petitioning Heaven.

The Group of Immortals listened in silence, only the impassioned reading by Gold Star Taibai echoed across the ten thousand li Observation Platform, with not another sound to be heard.

The so-called prayer to Heaven is merely a formality, a process of posturing.

It amounts to nothing more than uttering some useless babble, eventually leading to the affirmation of the Heavenly Dao’s will, as Ye Xuan assumes the position of the Heavenly Emperor.

“Please, Heavenly Emperor, kneel and worship Heaven, to formally ascend to the position of the Heavenly Emperor,” said Gold Star Taibai, tucking away the petition and bowing as he addressed Ye Xuan.

Hearing the words of Gold Star Taibai, Ye Xuan furrowed his brows.

He was unaware that taking the position of Heavenly Emperor required kneeling to the Heavens.