Chapter 839 Grand Finale (9)
Ling Yi and the others soon arrived at the staging platform halfway up the mountain and took their seats one by one. After exchanging greetings with people from the Netherworld and other realms, they all sat quietly. Although they were quite familiar with Sun Wukong, the current situation was special, and they needed to maintain Sun Wukong's dignity; otherwise, if everyone winked and gestured at Sun Wukong, it would certainly be inappropriate.
Following the Fangcun Spirit Realm was Xi Zhao and his entourage. "Domain Lord of the Underworld God Annihilation Nation, Xi Zhao, and Ming Tong, here to attend the grand ceremony." The arrival of Xi Zhao surprised many, as he had indeed offered considerable assistance to Sun Wukong during the battle at the Fallen Tomb, playing a crucial role. However, Xi Zhao had once stood against these people and fought alongside Ling Weiyang against the Divine Nations Alliance.
So, his appearance was indeed unexpected. Xi Zhao representing the Underworld God Annihilation Nation at the grand ceremony meant he had compromised, recognizing Sun Wukong's status. Although he and Ming Tong were the only ones present, those in the know understood that of the Underworld God Annihilation Nation's figures, only the two of them were significant enough to attend. Sun Wukong was delighted by Xi Zhao's arrival because, in his heart, he never truly viewed Xi Zhao as an enemy.
After all, when he first arrived in the Netherworld, the first person he met was Xi Zhao, and Sun Wukong always valued their relationship. Xi Zhao being able to let go of past grievances made Sun Wukong quite happy. However, now he needed to maintain his dignity. As Xi Zhao took his seat before the staging platform, Sun Wukong merely smiled and nodded. Although he could foresee who would attend, predictions and reality always had some differences.
Following the Underworld God Annihilation Nation was the Netherworld. "Domain Lord of the Netherworld Yue Huangquan, Xing Huangquan, Rogue Heart Sword Hero, Wan Jun, Hei Kui, Flame God, Bull Demon King, Peng Demon King, Flood Dragon Demon King, Lion Camel King, Yu Rongs King, Erlang God, Eight-Gods Flame, Zijing, Xu Miao Master, here to attend the grand ceremony." Compared to the two-person team of Xi Zhao, the entourage from the Netherworld seemed mightier. After the battle at the Fallen Tomb, Bull Demon King and others planned to go to the Demon Nation, but they were intercepted by the Flame God and brought to the Netherworld. Of course, they were not in soul essence form and could only reside in high-level realms subordinate to the Netherworld.
This time, they all came with Yue Huangquan. In addition, Xu Miao Master from the Myriad Spirits Realm also joined the Netherworld and participated in this grand ceremony. Although Xu Miao Master had a low presence, having undergone the trials of the Patrolling Celestial World was noteworthy. While there were many present, everyone wore solemn expressions as they ascended the mountain slope in order and took their seats before the staging platform according to the seating arrangement.
Little fox Zijing did not participate in the final battle at the Fallen Tomb, partly due to her inadequate strength and partly her reluctance to face people from the Myriad Demons Country. However, she definitely had to attend this grand ceremony. Gazing at Sun Wukong on the platform, Zijing was filled with emotions. Who could have imagined that the little monkey they once encountered would now become a Primordial Honor? Sun Wukong nodded slightly to acknowledge the crowd from the Netherworld.
"Domain Lord of the Myriad Gods Hall, Bu Rechen, Po Jun, Proud Cloud Longbow, Jixin, Bi Hai, here to attend the grand ceremony." At the voice of the Immortal Official, Bu Rechen led the way, followed by Po Jun and Proud Cloud Longbow in the middle, and Jixin and Bi Hai at the back, with the three men stepping onto the stone steps. Whether at the Six Kingdoms War, the trials of the Patrolling Celestial World, or the final battle at the Fallen Tomb, the performance of Myriad Gods Hall was not outstanding but was of crucial importance. Especially Zhibei from the Myriad Gods Hall, it can be said that Zhibei was the most critical person in achieving victory.
Without Zhibei, there absolutely would not be the current scenario, without a doubt. Furthermore, to defeat the Primordial Honor, Zhibei did not hesitate to sacrifice his life to exchange for the method to use the Five Elements Dual Spirit, ultimately allowing Sun Wukong to achieve Supreme Eternity. Perhaps, from the very beginning, Zhibei knew the outcome, which is why he continually deduced and predicted in a completely selfless manner. No one questioned that Zhibei was the greatest merit-holder.
Jixin's presence in the Myriad Gods Hall's group was entirely due to Bi Hai. Bi Hai was originally from the Myriad Gods Hall, and his relationship with Jixin was excellent. Anyway, as Jixin found himself without a place to belong, Bi Hai naturally drew him into the Myriad Gods Hall. Watching the five take their seats, Sun Wukong smiled and acknowledged them. Bu Rechen returned the gesture with a slight bow. As soon as the five sat down, the voice of the Immortal Official at the foot of the mountain rang out once again.
"Domain Lord of the Canglan Water Realm Hong Che, Divine Oracle Yi Xuan, here to attend the grand ceremony." Only two people arrived from the Canglan Water Realm. During the trials of the Patrolling Celestial World, the Canglan Water Realm aligned with the right side, so their losses were not significant during the battle at the Fallen Tomb. However, both Wen Yu Yu Bo fell in battle, and even the Dragon Ancestor sacrificed himself to defeat the Pioneer. Although the foundation of the Canglan Water Realm remained intact, the deaths of the Dragon Ancestor and the two Clan Leaders brought indescribable heartache to Hong Che.
Everyone understood why only two people were present, as the Canglan Water Realm already had few strong figures. It was better for them to come alone than to send those who hadn't participated in the war. Although Yi Xuan was of the Crimson Army, it wouldn't do to let Hong Che come alone, as that would be too pitiful. After a nod of acknowledgment, the two from Hong Che took their seats.
"Domain Lord of the Transforming Thunder Ancestral Realm Lei Wanfa, Domain Lord of the Myriad Spirits Realm Ling Yi, here to attend the grand ceremony." Once the Immortal Official finished speaking, the two people took steps up the stone steps. Although the Transforming Thunder Ancestral Realm and Myriad Spirits Realm were eliminated during the trials of the Patrolling Celestial World and thus lost the qualifications to enter the Fallen Tomb, they remained high-level realms, so they couldn't miss this grand ceremony. However, only each domain lord from the two high-level realms attended.