Chapter 1617 - 1124: Divine Enthronement (2)

Chapter 1617: Chapter 1124: Divine Enthronement (2)

Now that it’s known the Celestial Realm can deify, one must certainly strive harder in the future. No unrealistic desires, even being granted a minor position as a ghost god would suffice!

For the moment, the two Great Ghost Cultivators acting as Protectors were also slightly stunned. They quickly gathered themselves and stepped forward to pay respects.

Since the God Sealing Platform is placed within the First Courtyard’s domain, observing the God Sealing Ceremony from inside the courtyard gives one a closer experience than elsewhere.

It almost feels as though putting in just a bit of effort might allow one to step onto the God Sealing Platform.

[Countdown: 00:00:03]

[...02]

[...01]

[God Sealing Ceremony, officially begins!]

At the moment the countdown ends, with a system prompt, Jiang Yuan suddenly felt his body become light!

Unlike the unannounced skin change at ten minutes into the countdown, when he looked down, he found a cloud-like substance holding him aloft, causing him to wateringly fly up.

Simultaneously, the God Sealing Platform radiated with myriad beams of light.

Everyone in the courtyard could see Jiang Yuan flying toward the God Sealing Platform; however, the outside world saw nothing. Before their eyes, a dazzling figure instantly appeared atop the God Sealing Platform.

His ornate clothes fluttered in the wind; atop his head glimmered faintly the illusion of Three Flowers Gathering at the Top, his face obscured by soft light, rendering it unclear.

"The Lord of Heaven has appeared!"

"Oh? Why can’t we see clearly what he looks like?"

"Seeing the general outline suffices. This is the Lord of Heaven who governs the Three Realms. Even a transformed illusion carries formidable Divine Power. The worry is that if we see something we shouldn’t, our lives might be shortened."

"How exactly does one rise to deification? I so wish to ascend and become an Immortal!"

"Ridiculous, who doesn’t want to ascend? Upon embarking on the cultivation path, did you ever uphold the vows you made? Did your heart remain steadfast despite temptations? Did you not succumb to greed, anger, ignorance, or resentment? If you can’t achieve these, dreaming of deification is futile."

"From now on, accumulate merits diligently. Don’t entertain evil thoughts, the God Sealing Ceremony sets an example for all cultivators."

"Quiet! It’s starting, no noise!"

...

As Jiang Yuan made his appearance, a majestic voice resonated through the Three Realms: The blessing of deification purifies mortal hearts upon hearing this sound.

Indescribable immortal music echoed at their ears.

At times melodious and intricate; at times grand and imposing, it cleared the mind and invigorated the spirit.

Countless mortals, upon hearing this sound, found relief from severe ailments; minor conditions healed, and even some deaf and blind saw improvements. Cultivators with deep accumulated blessings felt their Spiritual Power purified to the next level; most felt a newfound calmness and a drastic reduction in evil thoughts.

Only the cursed Evil Cultivators and Evil Ghosts suffered; immortal music in their ears was akin to tribulation crossing.

The brief blessing ended, leaving others joyful for the benefits they received, while those who had committed myriad sins were drenched in cold sweat, nearly losing half their life!

"Today, command the True God, announce to the Three Realms. Sea Demon Luo Ji, embodying virtue and safeguarding one area, devoid of selfishness and greed, of high moral conduct... specially command her as Sea God, granting the Golden Seal Treasure Atlas, empowered by the Power of the Celestial Dao to benefit and safeguard one area..."

The God Sealing Ceremony was grand yet not overcomplicated.

After approximately five minutes of blessings ended, Luo Ji’s true cultivation was explained, and she was lifted by a colorful cloud, standing slightly nervous in her sea blue dress at the lowest point of the God Sealing Platform.

"Sea Goddess Lu Ji, step forward for your sealing."

Upon hearing the summoning, she advanced, surrounded by Immortal Energy and Divine Birds, along a path of blooming flowers.

Jiang Yuan with a golden crown appearing in his hand, slightly bent to place it upon the Sea Goddess sister standing on a lower level as prompted by the system. The golden crown emitted a dazzling glow, transforming her from head to toe into Celestial Robe attire.

Moreover, the Golden Seal and Treasure Atlas each held one in hand, causing Sea Goddess Lu Ji’s name to appear on the Golden Scroll.

"The grand path is simple, present within the heart, command the Sea God to encourage later generations to pursue the Grand Path and fathom the marvelous methods of heaven and earth, and to not be misled by momentary illusions."

The entire deification proceedings barely lasted seven or eight minutes, ultimately ending with a word of caution.

Clouds spread, engulfing the God Sealing Platform, soon dissipating completely. Jiang Yuan and Sea Goddess Lu Ji were brought down by cloud masses, the God Sealing Platform, losing its luster, quietly floated in the air.

[Achievement: First Deification. Reward: Divinity +10000]

[Deification can occur once every three days, with one deity commanded each time, and continuing after cooldown ends]

Jiang Yuan wanted to click to view the index, keep a record, and inquire if others would like to be directly deified. As it turned out, it wouldn’t allow him to view.

After toggling off the gifted deification skin, he observed the increasingly sacred and serene face of his contract sister, smiled, and asked: "Sis, how does it feel?"

"Like a dream." Lu Ji’s heart stirred, retracting the Treasure Atlas and Golden Seal within, she touched the golden crown on her head and smiled: "There’s an old saying, Immortals possess three flowers at the top, if removed, it closes the Celestial Sect, causing cultivation loss to become mere mortals. Now deified, I also have three flowers at the top!"

"Deification is certainly a grand event within our courtyard. How about hosting a celebration banquet?" Jiang Yuan laughed: "Firstly, to commemorate sister achieving true cultivation;

Secondly, once you solidify Divine Power, you can relocate. When venturing to the New World, the Sea Demons will develop again, sister is likely to be busy for a while, unable to frequently gather, let us enjoy the celebration now, what do you say?"

Yan Xuan jumped and shouted: "Great! We can have a feast again! Once this meal’s finished, those who can seclude themselves for cultivation should do so, seeing others commanded as True Gods, aren’t you envious?

If so, then abandon distracting thoughts to cultivate diligently! Being close to my Patriarch will ultimately benefit, don’t let others surpass you!

These words stirred everyone’s hearts; they congratulated Lu Ji and helped prepare the celebration banquet.

The Judge and two Great Ghost Cultivators were both stunned. Earlier they assumed Jiang Yuan would be the one deified, speculating which god he could become. Yet neither dreamed it would be him commanding the True God!

What Sea God declared was entirely true, feeling like a dream.

But looking up at the sky, the God Sealing Platform floated in the courtyard with such restraint it paled even to the Immortal Mountain Pavilion in the sky.

"Well? I wasn’t lying, was I?" Qu Luming celebrated, recalling he was Mr. Jiang’s contracted guard, his back straightened pridefully!

Even if Mr. Jiang isn’t the Lord of Heaven, merely an agent for deification, he’s a prominent figure in the Celestial Realm! As the saying goes: One ascends, all followed, even chickens, ducks, geese, and dogs reap benefits, let alone a dignified guard!

Though not qualified to become Mr. Jiang’s Curtain General in the Celestial Realm, casually commanded as Ghost God in the Underworld, isn’t it a joke?

Embracing this golden opportunity, feeling his future assured, Qu Luming’s mindset shifted instantly.

"Mr. Jiang is..." Judge mused, confused and uncertain, unsure where to start asking.

Thinking that those with spiritual communication always gather early for news, he realized he stalled in Fengdu City like a fool, clueless of what transpired!

Qu Luming remained silent, fearing that saying too much might lead to mistakes, unaware of Mr. Jiang’s true origins.

"Mr. Jiang has great plans; let me host the three guests properly." He smiled, gesturing toward the two Ghost Cultivator seniors, telling them: "That is the Divine Beast Black Tortoise, and over there the Divine Beast Cyan Dragon, as well as the newly deified Sea Goddess, all are gracious elders. If interested, approach them without reservation."

With that, he motioned to the Iron-Headed Lion, "Come, escort these two seniors around. If they wish to connect with anyone, introduce them, mentioning they’re guests from Fengdu City."

The two Great Ghost Cultivators, already filled with excitement, had previously halted at the Tribulation Crossing Realm without progress. Who wouldn’t want to acquaint themselves with True Gods? Even slight guidance could benefit for life!

The Iron-Headed Lion approached energetically, gazing upwards and nodding, responding: "Honored seniors, please follow me. Who would you like to converse with? My suggestion is to first meet the Divine Beast Cyan Dragon, that is Huo Jun senior, he’s very approachable; Sea Goddess is also quite approachable, but she’s presently surrounded, let’s visit her afterward..."

Once they departed, Qu Luming spoke in lowered tones urging, "Do you know why I wanted you to ask the Ghost Emperor to invite Mr. Jiang for alchemy? Because Mr. Jiang is so amiable and good-tempered, unlike others, who wouldn’t waste time refining mortal elixirs!"