Follow the path of Dao from infancy Chapter 1920 Chapter 515: Selection of Generals, Expedition! (Part 3)

"The rankings for the ten True Kings are now finalized! Blessings will be granted to these chosen True Kings, allowing them to select their guarded realms!"

As her declaration concluded, the individuals on the battle stage were removed, and simultaneously, a radiant golden list materialized from nothingness, inscribing the names of ten figures.

Leading this esteemed list was the reborn Black Emperor, followed by Li Hao, then Shi Miao, and so forth in descending order.

Despite the apparent displeasure of the other unsuccessful contenders, they possessed the self-awareness to acknowledge their shortcomings in skill. The arduous journey of cultivation within the abyss had at last reached its culmination.

At that precise juncture, the Immortal Emperor raised his hand, and with a pointed gesture, a beam of imperial luminescence streaked forth, alighting before the reborn Black Emperor and solidifying into a brilliant imperial radiance.

"This is my Emperor Technique, forged to assist you in moments of dire peril—you should already be intimately familiar with its workings."

The reborn Black Emperor gazed upward, acknowledging the statement with a slow nod.

"Behold, the Divine Mountain Emperor Weapon. Although it remains incomplete, with six of its nine chains fractured, it still retains the formidable power to subdue and annihilate a Quasi-Emperor!"

A majestic divine mountain materialized from the void, its chains emitting a faint clinking sound; however, merely three remained intact, the others severed, as it descended before the reborn Black Emperor.

"Your designation is Haotian. This artifact, the Heavenly Observation Seal, is another incomplete Emperor's Weapon, possessing the capacity to suppress a Quasi-Emperor."

Within the ethereal expanse, another Emperor's voice reverberated. Subsequently, a shimmering, moon-like luminescence emanated, streaking towards Li Hao and manifesting as a fractured mirror.

The mirror pulsed with flowing symbols that mimicked the script of the Heavenly Dao, writhing like spectral silken worms as they withdrew back into the mirror's depths.

"This is the Ten Directions Lock Immortal Pill, designed to gather immortal power from every direction, thereby facilitating swift passage through Meridians and the condensation of Spirit. It also offers profound advantages for advancement within the Immortal King Realm. Though you have not yet reached Perfection, it will serve you exceptionally well."

From the void, yet another luminous stream descended, accompanied by the distinct intonation of another Emperor.

Thus, one radiant surge after another emerged from the void, finding their resting place before Li Hao and the other distinguished recipients.

These consisted of fractured Emperor's Weapons, unparalleled Immortal Pills, and potent Emperor Techniques imbued with unique Secret Techniques.

The remaining individuals, unable to contend for the title of True King, could only observe with longing gazes, their hearts filled with unspoken sighs.

"Even the Sky Dome Emperor has generously bestowed his Great Thousand Dharma Aspect Emperor Technique, capable of amplifying a Dharma Aspect tenfold!"

Members of the Dao Clan, including Dao Qingyin, witnessed Li Hao receiving a peerless Emperor Technique. Despite her own standing as a Dao Clan heir, she could not suppress a pang of envy.

After all, such profound Emperor secret techniques were not even cataloged within the archives of the most venerable clans.

It was only due to the extraordinary nature of this calamity that these treasures were made available as spoils of war.

"It is said that the Sky Dome Emperor was the ancient sovereign who established the Heaven and Earth Law Manifestation during the tumultuous Chaotic Period."

An Immortal King of the Dao Clan's eyes gleamed with a mixture of admiration and wistful longing.

"Alas, my tenure within the Immortal King Realm has been too brief to ascend into the ranks of the top ten..."

Dao Qingyin subtly bit her lower lip, her gaze drifting towards the young man standing with such commanding presence. Had he not been present, she might have found solace in self-deception, but his feat of contending with Seventh Level Cultivation in the Immortal King Realm, vanquishing both Emperor Clans and reincarnated Quasi-Emperors, rendered such thoughts mere self-delusion.

"Though you may not be a True King, with your remarkable Dao Master abilities, you will undoubtedly be selected as an aide. Our Dao Clan shall lend you our full support in this endeavor!"

Adjacent to her, an accompanying Immortal King spoke in a measured tone, his expression grave.

Dao Qingyin inclined her head slightly, her attention returning to survey the assembled ten True Kings, contemplating their potential suitability to govern the affairs of the Dao Clan.

The Emperor Clan was, without question, ruled out from consideration.

Despite a facade of peaceful coexistence, the Dao Clan, as the second most powerful lineage in the True Realm, had been engaged in a protracted covert conflict with the Emperor Clan over essential resources for years. In the midst of such a widespread calamity, the latter might well seek personal retribution.

Not long thereafter, the distribution of myriad rewards reached its conclusion.

Li Hao and the others collectively raised their hands, gathering all the received rewards into their respective realms. They understood that with the gazes of the Ten Thousand Clans channels upon them, and the clandestine presence of Ancient Demon spies, it would be prudent to study and assimilate these boons in private.

"This is the True Realm..."

The Star Empress gracefully raised her hand, and instantaneously, a spherical representation of a world materialized above, suffused with stellar light, symbolizing the four vast Domains of the True Realm.

Within this manifested True Realm, a miniature counterpart of the Primordial True Realm was superimposed like a spectral echo.

"The very first True King shall be in charge of the Chaos Ancient Clan within the Primordial True Realm, its protector and guardian, safeguarding the Chaotic River. Their duty is to prevent the Ancient Demons from obliterating the True Realm Origin Stele, which would otherwise lead to the True Realm's utter collapse!"

The Star Empress continued, her voice resonating, "The second True King, Heavenly King Hao Tian, you shall first select which realm to protect, and then choose a major clan to align with!"

Li Hao paused, a moment of reflection washing over him. He understood that the destiny of the first True King was preordained; the Primordial True Realm served as the linchpin, the initial bulwark against the impending Ancient Demon invasion.

"My choice is... the Southern Domain!"

Li Hao's gaze swept across the panorama, his eyes quickly fixing upon the Southern Domain. This was the very place he had first set foot in the True Realm, the desolate battleground where the Heavenly Calamity Immortal Emperor had met his end tens of thousands of years prior, and the origin point from which he himself had once fled.

But now, his path led him back.

For within its borders resided the Great Dream Clan, Feng, Emperor Yu, and a multitude of cherished friends.

A subtle tremor rippled through the Seven Dynasties Imperial Palaces of the Southern Domain upon witnessing Li Hao's decision. Surprise flickered across their faces; who would have anticipated Li Hao choosing the Southern Domain, and furthermore, daring to make a return?

Yan Chu Immortal Dynasty, the Imperial City Imperial Palace.

"He truly selected the Southern Domain..." Emperor Chu's voice was laced with disbelief as he observed the unfolding celestial decree. As the Emperor of Yan Chu and a Quasi-Emperor of concealed cultivation, he vividly recalled the events from over a millennium ago. He remembered the young man who had nearly been obliterated by a seal from Supreme. Had it not been for the timely intervention of the Dao Origin Immortal Emperor, this unparalleled genius would have undoubtedly perished.

It was truly astonishing that, after so many years, not only had he ascended to become the second True King among the True Realm's Ten Thousand Races, but he was now returning to the Southern Domain.

"He is returning to the Southern Domain; does he harbor no fear of Supreme? While the pact with Dao Origin Immortal Emperor prohibited pursuit in other realms, his return..."

The Empress of the Red Border Immortal Dynasty narrowed her eyes, a sliver of apprehension mingling with her focus. The image of the breathtakingly talented young man remained sharp in her memory. The Southern Domain, for him, was unequivocally a place of impending doom!