In the great halls, shimmering with light that still fell short of the Heavenly Emperor's grace.
At the moment, he sat indifferently, watching his son dictate among three of his former subordinates: the Heavenly Virtues of Kindness, Charity, and Diligence.
"Where is Jidu?" Kami's voice thundered in the great hall, an act none dared to perform in God's presence except for him.
Lan Duo answered him, her voice laced with a tiredness she couldn't express in words, "The Dragon was enraged at his presence. I told you it wasn't wise to send him there."
But Zihao countered her, "He is still capable enough to retreat. His pride gets in the way..."
Kami was about to bark orders when the Heavenly Emperor shifted in his seat.
All of their attention turned to him, recognizing the familiar look on his ever-calm face.
"What happened?" Kami asked suspiciously.
The Emperor shook his head and spoke as if it were just a passing matter,
