So marked the end of the entire affair, a better conclusion than what the nine celestial emperors had expected.

“With the emergence of a sacred land for immortal dao, the world will prosper. Even if we fail to ascend, we may die in peace. It is unfortunate that it ended so soon...” sighed one of the celestial emperors.

Although the gathering had ended, many still remained in Dusk. Quite a few had already entered the inheritance pagoda.

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“What? I have to travel to the capital for my appointment?” Lu Yun was ready to head to the North Sea for the hidden dragon tombs. However, a decree issued by the Nephrite court had arrived, ordering him to make a trip to the capital for the...