Two months later, in Yongding's capital, rosy light filled the heavens as the most accomplished performers among the spirits flew through the air in grand celebration.0

The best musicians of the world played a symphony of wonders, their qi-infused music soothing and relaxing the gathered guests.0

Today was the day that Dazheng would advance into the Imperial Court. News had long since spread across the world, and all of Dazheng's citizens had been eagerly awaiting this moment.0

A massive five-colored altar was set up at the entrance of Xuanhuang Hall. A thousand officials and generals of Dazheng stood in the square in front of the hall, along with key ministers from Shenfeng, Dajing, and Danan. They stood solemnly behind the Divine Emperor, Liu Miaoyin, and Madam Rouge.0

"The auspicious hour looms," an official from the Ministry of Rites announced.0

Instantly, the celebration ceased. The Immortal music stopped abruptly, the spirits withdrew, and all the officials and citizens fell silent.0

On the peaks of three mountains outside Yongding stood three figures, the three Qing Grandmasters. Each had a moon...0