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Three days quickly passed, and during that time, Su Ming successfully convinced Skywater Academy to align with Spirit Hall. The process was relatively smooth, especially with the influence of Blazing Fire Academy's decision and the support of Shui Bing'er and her two sisters. Su Ming, along with Shui Bing'er, Xue Wu, Shui Yue'er, and several teachers, then made their way to Spirit City.

Inside the Hall of the Pope, Su Ming asked, "Teacher, how many factions will be attending today?"

Bibi Dong responded calmly, "Both empires will send representatives, as well as the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan, the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan, and the Four Lower Clans that have already aligned with us. There will also be several academies, such as the ones you've recently brought under our wing—Blazing Fire and Skywater Academies. Oh, and Thunderclap Academy as well."

She paused at the mention of Thunderclap Academy, casting Su Ming a meaningful look. "Su Ming, Thunderclap Academy is technically a subsidiary of the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan. Why would they choose to join Spirit Hall?"

Su Ming smiled. "It might have something to do with the leadership change within the clan. I assume, Teacher, that you're already aware that the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan has a new leader?"

Bibi Dong was slightly taken aback by his honesty, surprised he didn't try to hide or evade the question.

"So, you're saying that the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan is now effectively under your control instead of Yu Luomian?" Bibi Dong asked, feigning mild surprise.

Su Ming shrugged. "That's right. Yu Yuanzhen's faction repeatedly challenged me, and after Yu Yuanzhen's death, Yu Luomian and Liu Erlong knew their only option was to ally with me."

"And the remnants of Yu Yuanzhen's faction within the clan?" Bibi Dong inquired.

Su Ming's lips curved into a faint, almost ruthless smile. "They were all eliminated, root and branch. Yu Luomian knows that if he fails to carry out my orders, he'll no longer hold his position as clan leader."

Bibi Dong chuckled. "You look so gentle, but you show no mercy here."

Su Ming replied calmly, "My kindness is for friends and family. Enemies deserve none. Yu Yuanzhen's faction made their choice and paid the price."

By midday, Bibi Dong and Su Ming exited the Hall of the Pope. Outside, rows of red-robed cardinals lined the pathway, while representatives from various factions, including Ning Fengzhi and Yu Luomian, were seated below. Lou Gao and Niu Gao exchanged a knowing look with Su Ming, and he returned a slight nod, acknowledging their efforts in establishing the foundations of the Four Halls.

"Greetings to Her Holiness, the Pope!" Spirit Hall members called out respectfully.

Bibi Dong's authoritative voice echoed, "Today is a grand occasion for Spirit Hall, as we gather to witness the coronation of the Holy Son! Su Ming!"

At her summons, Su Ming stepped forward. "Teacher."

Bibi Dong smiled, "Today marks your ascension as Holy Son of Spirit Hall. I hope you'll dedicate yourself to advancing our cause."

With that, she held out a distinctive token. "This emblem was crafted to represent the Holy Son. Unlike the Elder's Token, this one is unique to you and holds authority second only to mine."

Below, Hu Liena gazed at him with admiration, slightly envious. When she had become Holy Maiden, there had been no grand ceremony, and certainly no such emblem. Su Ming's Holy Son Token granted him significant authority, even above Qian Renxue, the heir apparent. He could, in theory, command the other elders, save for Qian Daoliu.

"Thank you, Teacher!" Su Ming replied firmly.

"Greetings, Your Highness, the Holy Son!" echoed the voices of the Spirit Hall members below.

Su Ming raised his right hand in acknowledgment, signaling them to be at ease, then stepped aside. Just as the assembled crowd thought the ceremony had concluded, Bibi Dong's voice rang out once more.

"Today, in addition to the coronation of the Holy Son, we also proclaim the founding of the Spirit Empire!"