Chapter 781 - 305: Declaring to Heaven, Entering the Inch-Sized Realm (Part 2)

"Celestial Venerable Baiyu!"

The arrival was none other than the Little Freedom Official, Celestial Venerable Baiyu, from White Jade Capital. Wearing a carp Daoist robe, he appeared youthful, with rosy lips and white teeth, and delicate features, resembling the boy next door.

Celestial Venerable Baiyu slightly bowed and apologized to Taozhu Da Feng Immortal,

"There were some delays on the journey, I ask He Yue Village for understanding."

Taozhu Da Feng Immortal courteously expressed no concerns, a trace of contemplation flashing in his eyes. This was different from the previous information.

Initially, there was a rumor that the newly appointed Little Freedom Official, Fu Manman, who had not yet been given a respectful title, would represent the event.

But it turned out to be Celestial Venerable Baiyu.

What had happened?

Regardless, the Great Prosperity Festival must proceed without error.

"All guests are present. I hereby declare the official start of this Great Prosperity Festival!"

The morning bell rang nine times.

The resounding bell echoed through the firmament, shaking everyone’s will, compelling them to set aside all distractions, focus on the Great Prosperity Festival, and instinctively sit up solemnly and erect.

Luo Qingyao, breaking free from this overwhelming force, stared intently at Celestial Venerable Baiyu.

She couldn’t comprehend why it wasn’t Man’Er sitting there. What had happened to Man’Er?

Celestial Venerable Baiyu felt her sharp gaze, turned to look, slightly narrowed his eyes, and revealed a smile devoid of emotion.

Luo Qingyao’s heart sank, only hoping that Man’Er hadn’t been troubled.

The overture played, and Taozhu Da Feng Immortal withdrew from the ceremonial platform.

Following the usual procedures, the main celebrant was supposed to communicate with the heavens, informing the Heavenly Dao of the farmers’ harvests and contributions over the decades, and their achievements.

The main celebrant, dressed in a scarlet-golden Luo God’s grand attire, ascended the platform.

Everyone turned their eyes to her, and their expressions were varied upon seeing her appearance. There was astonishment, confusion, a sense of ’as expected’, and a speechless calm.

Gu Lan, Gu Feng Immortal, was this Great Prosperity Festival’s main celebrant.

Luo Qingyao felt a slight daze upon seeing Gu Lan,

"Senior Sister Gu Lan..."

Zhuge Hong’s eyes widened to the brink, "Is that Master Gu? So beautiful!"

At this moment, Gu Lan, adorned in Luo God’s grand attire, under the protection of Luo God’s will, was enveloped in a natural spirit akin to winding dragons, like a favored child of the heavens, a deity of nature. No fairy or divine beauty could describe her beauty at this moment. It was not merely physical beauty but a unique charm as the main celebrant of this Great Prosperity Festival.

Luo Qingyao felt somewhat unfamiliar for a moment, but upon closer inspection of the brows and eyes, she was certain it was indeed the Senior Sister Gu Lan she knew.

Like an orchid in an empty valley, like a clear mountain spring.

Gu Lan, "seeing no one," gazed towards the guest seats, yet seemed to be looking out over the world. Her voice was ethereal and sacred, as if she were not of this mortal world,

"Hundred years awaited, days passing like years. The farmers have lived by their skills in this world for over a hundred thousand years..."

She communicated with the heavens, expressing the farmers’ enthusiasm to the world.

Her voice carried a unique power, through the Qi mechanism, through the Great Dao, spreading across the world.

Hence, at this moment, it was not only those present at the Great Prosperity Festival who could hear her voice. Even the distant Southern Celestial Land, Ji Continent, and sparsely populated Demon Continent could hear her voice.

This was truly a proclamation to the world.

Therefore, the moment her voice resounded, everyone understood... The farmers had an important announcement to make. And this matter could potentially alter the world’s structure entirely. For a moment, everyone’s hearts were in suspense.

Luo Qingyao occasionally glanced at Celestial Venerable Baiyu, hoping to discern some clues from his expression.

But this rosy-lipped, white-toothed young Celestial Venerable was as composed as an ancient tree.

...

And in the distant Immortal Continent.

The massive contingent from the Demon Extermination Bureau had already arrived at the Supreme Palace. This half-hidden immense celestial palace exuded a solemn and majestic aura like a giant’s head. The celestial and spiritual beasts around the Supreme Palace seemed to have pre-sensed the unease in the atmosphere and had long since left. So, this ordinarily ethereal place appeared exceptionally subdued at this moment.

The World Order from Wenxin Heaven hung prominently at the front of the flagship.

Guan Xin glanced around, then said to Ye Wuyue,

"There are many people hiding around, it looks like they are observing."

With such a big event, it’s hard to keep it a secret.

Therefore, the Demon Extermination Bureau never intended to hide this information from the beginning. As early as a month ago, the Immortal Continent was already in turmoil. But at that time, there was still room for maneuver, and the major forces generally believed that this matter would fizzle out. After all, Celestial Venerable Mihua is the Grand Elder of the Supreme Palace, considered a face of the White Jade Capital.

Wenxin Heaven and White Jade Capital frequently see each other, so they will definitely show some respect.

But after Guan Xin issued the World Order, the situation took a sharp turn. It represented Wenxin Heaven’s shift from its previous attitude to handle this matter seriously. The collision of two giants would definitely spark intense flames. As a result, all major forces were restless and began very strict self-examinations, fearing being made an example of.

Ye Wuyue’s team has a legitimate name, and all their actions are just.

Therefore, no matter what, the Supreme Palace would not dare to defy the Demon Extermination Bureau blatantly. But if the Bureau actually captures Celestial Venerable Mihua, it would cause a huge earthquake in the Supreme Palace, even shaking the tall tower of the Daoist School, the White Jade Capital, violently.

The key question is whether Celestial Venerable Mihua is indeed a demon cultivator who has been lurking for a long time.

If so, did the Supreme Palace know or not? If they knew but did not report, everyone in the Supreme Palace would have to pay a heavy price for one person, Celestial Venerable Mihua. The reputation of the Daoist School would suffer extremely severe setbacks.

Of course, this possibility is extremely low. It’s almost an impossible possibility. Few would think in this direction.

But if they were unaware, then whether the core capabilities of the Supreme Palace are worthy of such a reputation would be questionable, and a major shake-up would ensue.

The most ideal situation is that Celestial Venerable Mihua is not a demon cultivator.

After the Demon Extermination Bureau’s team stopped, the Supreme Palace immediately opened its doors wide, completely revealing itself from space. Everyone was able to glimpse its true appearance. This enormous celestial palace was built upon one of the three Great Dao Platforms of the Dao Ancestor, the "Heart Inquiry Platform," definitely considered to have a righteous foundation and a solid base.

The restrictions were completely lifted, with not a hint of precaution.

This was also as expected.

Ye Wuyue, who carried the World Order, was comparable to an Imperial Envoy with the Imperial Sword, and no one dared to offend.

The Palace Master of the Supreme Palace, Celestial Venerable Sui, personally came forward to greet them.

This person, rumored to have touched upon the Eternal Cosmos Dao, the fourth in the Daoist School, wore a simple Daoist robe, looking no different from an ordinary middle-aged Daoist in a common Daoist Temple. The most noticeable feature was his left eyebrow being white and his right eyebrow being black.

"Palace Master of the Supreme Palace, Qin Yuan, welcomes all from the Immortal Continent Demon Extermination Bureau."

Celestial Venerable Sui’s real name was Qin Yuan.

Ye Wuyue stepped forward and asked solemnly,

"Has Celestial Venerable Sui become aware of the purpose of this visit by the Demon Extermination Bureau?"

"I hope General Director Ye can explain it once more." Celestial Venerable Sui, with a measured demeanor and gentle speech, expressed complete respect, which involuntarily engendered a good impression.

But Ye Wuyue understood it was all brought by the World Order. Behind her was not just the Demon Extermination Bureau but the entire Wenxin Heaven, rich with "rules."

Ye Wuyue loudly stated,

"Thirty-two days ago, after detailed investigation, our bureau’s Intelligence Division... confirmed that your Grand Elder, Celestial Venerable Mihua, is a long-hidden demon cultivator... This visit is, first, to fulfill the Demon Extermination Bureau’s duty to arrest Celestial Venerable Mihua; second, to investigate and try, whether the Supreme Palace is aware and did not report, attempting to cover up. I wonder if I have made that clear."

Celestial Venerable Sui’s expression remained calm,

"Perfectly clear."

"In that case, we ask for the Supreme Palace’s cooperation."

"Supreme Palace, as the head of the Twelve Towers and Five Cities, representing the Daoist School of the Immortal Continent, is the pillar of the world’s Immortal Dao. All deeds, all intentions, are for the world, for the Immortal Dao. If Celestial Venerable Mihua is truly a demon cultivator, the Supreme Palace will never shield him, and will defer to the Demon Extermination Bureau’s handling and be willing to take responsibility. If not, we hope the Demon Extermination Bureau can understand the impact of this matter on Celestial Venerable Mihua, the Supreme Palace, and the Daoist School."

Ye Wuyue solemnly replied,

"Our bureau is willing to take responsibility for this."

"In that case, please proceed."

Ye Wuyue waved her right hand, and the World Order ahead burst into brilliant golden light, enveloping and sealing the surrounding space.

The meticulously written rules of the Confucian School manifested as runes, building a vast Fangcun Platform here.

Fangcun Platform, also known as the Justice Platform.

Originally set up by the Confucian School to mediate conflicts among global forces, it gradually evolved into an existence akin to an execution platform with judicial authority.

Celestial Venerable Mihua, spirited and clear-eyed, emerged from the Supreme Palace.

At first glance, anyone would think he is a seeker of the Dao, focused solely on cultivation, indifferent to worldly affairs.

As he strode grandly onto Fangcun Platform, this trial was thus announced to begin.