The sun hid below the horizon, a gong sounded, guzhengs softly played. Torches burned even more in their presence.
Inner and outer disciples of the nine kingdoms were lined up behind their lords and mistresses, wanting to take a glimpse of their new masters. Some servants were also taking their chances to be scouted by any of the lords or even the weakest disciple there is in the ridge.
Not too long after, the heirs reached the awarding of hair ornaments platform. Chilly air blew their magnificent robes but their eyes do not waver by any means.
Theirs face lighted up with pride and solemness.
"Bow to the Heavens!!!"
The heirs kowtowed facing the big full moon as the gong sounded.
"Bow to the Earth!"
A gush of strong chilly winds blew as hundred bell chimes echoed.
Everyone's else jumped in agitation. The sudden surge of heavy yet heavenly aura flooded the whole court.
Except for the Lords and Heirs, those whose soul essence who are below grade four warriors were forced to kneel on the ground with the immense purity of the energy circulating.
Seeing the entourage revealed by the Azure Gate, some quivered in fear and some in agitation for various reasons one's own heart can only tell.
We are not dreaming. It's really the last Divine Ridge Lord, Mu Ran!
"May this sliver of blessing be a power to protect and uphold the dignity of each and every kingdom. From child to another, from one soul to another, to one generation to the everlasting peace of the land."
Thin silver rays of pneuma shot across the distance towards the heirs of kingdom. Only to be activated once the crown is successfully passed down by the current Lords.
"Coming of Age is not just an event we do every decade, it is something that marks a person's spring time, a person's time to be a responsible and proper adult, a larger step into more arduous training to the peak and even beyond his power and destiny." Empress Hua Rong said.
Elder Mu nodded in agreement.
"No words can express our relief now that the Holy Ridge is back. Congratulations, Elder Mu."
Lord Hu Weiyi, current King of Hu Kingdom, also responded, " Indeed, what could be a better news when we got the letter of invitation? Congratulations, Elder Mu.", then he clasped his palms and bowed. His long amber sleeves hid an inexplicable emotion.
"Mm, indeed. I am beyond satisfied to be here with everyone today as well. Go on. Enjoy the rest of the day. Holy Ridge welcomes all of you."
***
In a short distance, Qing Rong, heir to Qing Se Kingdom, can't help but let his mind swirl thinking where he saw the familiar figure in front of him.
His eyes widened...
How can I forget?! Those eyes...
His memories from THAT night ten years ago...
Under the big full moon, just like tonight...
His deity... His salvation...
It is HER.