It wasn't until the figures of the two God Emperors vanished at the end of their sight that the tense atmosphere in the hall finally relaxed slightly.
Everyone looked at each other, seeing unparalleled joy in each other's eyes, along with a hint of... indescribable complexity.
They understood that from this day forward, Lingxu Heavenly Palace was no longer the abandoned child of the past, but had officially entered the eyes of certain great figures. And all of this depended on the existence of one person.
Ancestor Shenhui sighed deeply, his tone filled with emotion:
"Only today do I truly understand what it means for 'one person to attain the Dao, and even their pets ascend'... If not for Heavenly Venerable Han presiding here, how could the Heavenly Court treat us with such courtesy? What a status that Ninth Heaven Demon-Suppressing Jade True God holds, yet he actually apologized to us..."
Immortal Venerable Yu Heng was also filled with emotion:
"Although the Heavenly Venerable has not directly intervened in the Heavenly Palace's affairs, his presence itself is The Human Cultivators Alliance's greatest protective talisman and source of fortune. These rewards and this courtesy all come because of him."
"We... have truly basked in his great light."
Immortal Venerable Yu Xuan's eyes revealed excitement, but his mind remained clear:
"The 'achievements' mentioned by the Heavenly Court certainly include the merit of our bloody battles, but if not for Heavenly Venerable Han's final intervention, all would have been lost."
"The Heavenly Court's generous treatment is both a reward and a gesture for the Heavenly Venerable to see."
"Everyone, in our future actions, we must be even more cautious in our words and deeds, working diligently and conscientiously. We must never let the Heavenly Venerable's prestige be tarnished."
"Regarding these items, we must first ask the Heavenly Venerable for instructions; we must never use them without permission."
Everyone nodded solemnly. The two Immortal Venerables, Yu Xuan and Yu Heng, could be considered those who had the most contact with Han Xuanji, and their status in Lingxu Heavenly Palace was now rising rapidly.
And Immortal Venerable Yun Miao, who was Han Xuanji's Master, was also among the crowd. Due to his cultivation level, he had not gone to Shenji City previously, but he had been busy with logistics.
That day, after learning of Han Xuanji's true strength, he thought he was suffering from Qi Deviation, finding it unbelievable. However, Immortal Venerable Yun Miao also knew that he hadn't really taught Han Xuanji anything. He wouldn't constantly mention this Master-Disciple relationship but instead focused on his own cultivation...
On the other side.
Li Taiqing, Jiang Hao, Su Ming, and the others had already received Han Xuanji's signal and were waiting outside the garden.
They looked up at the Great Dao of Purple Qi and Starlight extending before them, feeling the vast heavenly might and supreme dao-rhythm contained within. Even with their resilient Heart-Nature, they couldn't help but feel their hearts swell.
"What a grand display... Is this the majesty of the Ancient Heavenly Court?"
Jiang Hao's expression was somewhat solemn. The previous arrival of the Heavenly Court's messengers had actually left him with no favorable impression of the Heavenly Court.
"Master's Face is truly..."
Lin Potian clicked his tongue, his Face full of excitement. He never expected that one day, he would be able to personally step into this myth.
While the few were talking, they felt two mysterious auras and one familiar presence from a great distance.
Before long, under Li Taiqing's guidance, the two Emperors arrived at the Myriad Phenomena Garden.
Seeing the two peerless experts of the Heavenly Court, everyone's hearts tightened, and they bowed respectfully:
"Juniors pay their respects to the Middle Heaven Ziwei North Pole God Emperor and the Ninth Heaven Demon-Suppressing Jade True God!"
Emperor Ziwei nodded slightly, his expression gentle as he spoke:
"We have come by the decree of His Majesty the Heavenly Emperor to visit the Xuantian Dao Venerable. Young friends, you must be the Daoist Master's esteemed Disciples?"
"Indeed, each of you is exceptionally gifted and blessed with flourishing Luck; your futures are limitless."
Meanwhile, the Ninth Heaven Demon-Suppressing Jade True God took a slight step forward, withdrawing most of the suffocating, brilliant divine radiance around him. He actually cupped his hands toward Jiang Hao and the others, his voice low:
"Young friends, there is no need for such ceremony."
He paused, his gaze swept over the crowd, and continued:
"I have come first to follow His Majesty the Heavenly Emperor's decree to visit the Xuantian Dao Venerable and discuss great plans. Secondly..."
His tone shifted slightly, carrying a trace of candid apology:
"It is also to specifically apologize to you young friends for the improper conduct of Yue Tian and the others previously."
As the Eldest Senior Brother, Li Taiqing tried his best to remain calm, but his slightly clenched fists revealed his inner turmoil. He knew that if not for relying on his Master's heavenly might, how could these great figures of the Heavenly Court possibly apologize?
Li Taiqing collected his thoughts. He knew that at this moment, they represented their Master's Face and could not afford the slightest lapse in etiquette.
Suppressing the agitation in his heart, he took a step forward, gave a deep bow, and responded respectfully yet with poise:
"The Emperor's words are too kind; it is more than we Juniors deserve."
"Regarding the matter of Divine General Yue Tian, since it was a misunderstanding, it is enough that it has been resolved. Master also frequently teaches us to prioritize the overall situation; such minor details need not be kept at heart."
His tone was sincere, expressing acceptance of the apology while lightly brushing it aside, appearing magnanimous and appropriate, but also subtly pointing out that everything was due to his Master's teachings.
Jiang Hao, Su Ming, and the others also composed themselves, following their Eldest Senior Brother in returning the salute solemnly:
"The Emperor's words are too kind."
Despite saying this, Jiang Hao and the others were secretly delighted. And here they thought the Heavenly Court was so formidable?
They still have to come and apologize to us!
Seeing their reaction, a flicker of imperceptible approval flashed in the Ninth Heaven Demon-Suppressing Jade True God's eyes.
The Disciples under the Xuantian Dao Venerable's sect were indeed of extraordinary Heart-Nature, knowing when to advance and when to retreat, and did not show the slightest arrogance because of his apology.
Emperor Ziwei's smile was kind, and his voice was as gentle as a spring breeze:
"We hope you won't take offense at our unannounced visit. These small gifts are 'Star Dao Fruits' produced by my palace, given to you young friends."
After saying this, he flicked his sleeve, and several jade boxes shrouded in immortal light slowly flew toward Jiang Hao and the others. The aura emanating from the boxes gave them a start; although they had never heard of them, they knew these were definitely good things.
The Ninth Heaven Demon-Suppressing Jade True God also presented his own gift. Giving away these Ten-Thousand-Year Purple Gold Flat Peaches pained even him slightly.
Jiang Hao and the others accepted the gifts with a clear conscience. Much of the resentment in their hearts dissipated.
Emperor Ziwei nodded with a smile and timely guided the conversation back to official business:
"It is excellent that you young friends are so reasonable."
"I wonder if the Xuantian Dao Venerable is free at this moment?"
"His Majesty the Heavenly Emperor holds the Daoist Master in extremely high regard and has specifically commanded us to bring a formal invitation."
"Mhm."
Li Taiqing nodded slightly, not at all surprised. He then stepped aside to clear the path and made a gesture of invitation.
"Master already knows of the two Emperors' arrival and is waiting in the garden. Please follow this Junior inside."
"Thank you for leading the way, young friend."
Emperor Ziwei and Emperor Yuzhen glanced at each other and nodded slightly.
Under the guidance of Li Taiqing and the others, the two Emperors who awed the ancient times withdrew all their outward-radiating majestic imperial pressure and stepped into the Myriad Phenomena Garden with composed strides.
Outside the garden, the celestial anomalies in the Lingxu Immortal Domain's sky gradually dissipated, but the news of the two Heavenly Court God Emperors visiting in person spread like it had wings, quickly reaching every corner of the Immortal Realm and triggering even greater shock and discussion.
Everyone understood that this would surely become a major event that would influence the future landscape of the Immortal Realm.