His face was tranquil, his gaze resolute, embodying the true calm and majesty of an emperor. The aura of commanding the Qiankun and ruling all directions was already palpable.

Bai Ze, serving as the Yin Yang Divine Officer, loudly announced:

"The Heavenly Emperor has arrived!"

As the auspicious hour arrived, the slight discussions within the Heavenly Emperor Palace gradually quieted, and all the attention of the divines unconsciously converged on that supreme Heavenly Emperor's Throne.

In the originally empty Emperor's Throne, a figure quietly emerged.

Heavenly Emperor Xuanqing was shrouded in a gentle mist, making his true visage difficult to discern.

Yet the supreme majesty stemming from the imperial status of the Heavenly Emperor, together with the unfathomable Great Dao aura, inspired awe in all the divines present, including the top-tier Da Luo Supremes, who instinctively bowed in salute.

"We pay our respects to the Emperor of Heaven!"

The sound of worship, like the roar of mountains and seas, echoed endlessly within the Heavenly Emperor Palace.

Xuanqing slowly raised his hand, a gentle yet irresistible force lifting all the divines. His calm and warm voice clearly pierced into the ears of every creature:

"Fellow Daoists, there is no need for excessive courtesy."

After the hall returned to tranquility.

Xuanqing's gaze slowly swept over the complex expressions of each divine below, his voice carrying an unprecedented sentiment and warmth.

"Since I ascended to the position of Heavenly Emperor, the ages have flown by swiftly, as if just yesterday."

"I vividly recall, at the beginning of the enthronement, although Primordial had endured great tribulations and all affairs awaited rebuilding, it was also full of vitality and hope."

"Fortunately, with the concerted efforts of all you Daoists in unity and virtue, we were able to establish the Taiwei Heavenly Court, consolidate the order of the Three Realms; promote the Heavenly Dao Academy, initiating a grand era of universal cultivation; and harmonize the conflicts among the ten thousand races, jointly fostering Primordial prosperity."

"Today, the stability of Primordial and the harmony among the myriad spirits is not the achievement of me alone. It is, in fact, the result of the collective efforts of those present, as well as those beings who silently contribute and abide by laws across the infinite worlds."

"Yet, the cycle of the Heavenly Dao has beginnings and ends, the universe's life and death have their destiny."

"My tenure has ended, Merit achieved; it is time to abdicate and let worthier succeed!"

Xuanqing's words were plain and sincere, without excessive embellishment, yet each word touched the hearts of the divines, instantly stirring their long-suppressed reluctance.

"Majesty!" Though fully aware of the settled outcome, there were still divines who couldn't suppress their inner excitement, crying out tremulously.

"Majesty!"

For a moment, all the divines within the Heavenly Emperor Palace bowed, the voices rising and falling continuously.

The emotions of the divines were even more passionate and sincere than when Xuanqing first announced his retirement date thousands of years ago.

Since the Heavenly Emperor's enthronement, for over tens of thousands of years, the prosperity and stability of Primordial is something all divines and creatures can deeply feel.

Their respect and support for this Holy Heavenly Emperor had long transformed into the purest faith.

Xuanqing sat on the Imperial Throne, quietly waiting for the emotions of the divines to slightly calm before speaking again.

"The fervent affection of fellow Daoists, I acknowledge. Yet, the position of Heavenly Emperor is not private property, but the public apparatus of the Three Realms, whose rotation and replacement follows the normal course of the Heavenly Dao."

"It is to ensure that Primordial can maintain long-term vitality and innovation, avoiding stagnation in thought and rigid adherence to order due to prolonged tenure by one individual."

"This fundamental system was established after careful deliberation between me and the Heavenly Dao Committee, for the eternal strategy of Primordial, not to be abolished due to one person's reluctance."

Under the gaze of all present, Xuanqing slowly rose; his figure still shrouded in mist, step by step descending the White Jade Steps.

At the same time, Bai Ze stepped forward.

He held a Jade Plate, within it the "Heavenly Emperor's Seal" symbolizing supreme authority.

Xuanqing took the Heavenly Emperor's Seal, coming before Di Jun who had long waited solemnly.

"Taiyang Venerable!" Xuanqing's voice became incredibly solemn and majestic, his eyes seemingly able to penetrate the past, tightly observing this new Heavenly Emperor.

"Today, I formally entrust the position of Heavenly Emperor, the future of the Three Realms of Primordial and Infinite Heavens, to you!"

"I hope that after your succession, you will govern diligently, care for the people, rule the world with public spirit, and guide with virtue!"

"I hope you can practice frugality, open avenues for discourse, adeptly accept good advice, and not betray the expectations of the ministers."

"I hope you can balance all sides, harmonize Yin and Yang, uphold the fairness of the Heavenly Dao, and guard the peace of Primordial!"

"More so, I hope you never forget your original intention, forge ahead, leading the Primordial Universe into a more splendid, more radiant new era than today!"

"The weight of responsibility within, the hardships ahead, far exceed imagination; are you capable of bearing it?!"

Each sentence from Xuanqing was like the hammer of the Heavenly Dao, heavily striking Di Jun's heart, as well as that of all present divines.

Di Jun's posture remained taut and straight, meeting Xuanqing's gaze without a hint of retreat or hesitation.

His resonant and determined voice echoed throughout the Heavenly Emperor Palace:

"Grateful for the Emperor's and Heavenly Dao Committee's gracious favor, granted the succession of the grand unification, with sincere trepidation and overwhelming gratitude!"

"The earnest entrustment of Majesty, gem-like in each word, I shall engrave into my heart, never forgetting even for a moment!"

"From today, I shall take Majesty as a model, keep the people in mind, use public spirit as measure, diligently work without any slack!"

"Whatever benefits Primordial, I shall dutifully implement; Whatever harms sentient beings, I shall zealously eliminate!"

"Here I swear: during my tenure, should I violate the Heavenly Dao, failing sentient beings, I shall willingly suffer Divine punishment, never to return!"

"I humbly ask Majesty to rest assured, ask fellow Daoists for supervision, ask the infinite creatures of the Three Realms to bear witness!"

Di Jun's reply was sincere and forceful.

Expressing both respect and gratitude to Xuanqing, and showcasing his determination and responsibility as the new Heavenly Emperor, its propriety and solemnity earned the silent nods of approval from all present divines.

"Good!" Upon hearing this, Xuanqing's face finally revealed a trace of satisfaction.

As his words fell, magnificent light burst within the Heavenly Emperor Palace.

A Heavenly Emperor's Crown appeared, ancient yet extravagant, embedded with Cycle Stars, sun, moon, mountains, and rivers.

As the moment the Heavenly Emperor's Crown descended, landing on Di Jun's head, the entire Taiwei Heavenly Court trembled vigorously.

Infinite Divine Light erupted from Di Jun, ascending to the heavens, echoing with All Heaven Stars above the Heavenly Vault!

"From today on, Daoist, you are the new Heavenly Emperor of the Primordial True Realm!" Xuanqing then handed the Heavenly Emperor's Seal to Di Jun.

All divines present, including Nuwa and The Three Pure Ones, simultaneously bowed deeply towards Di Jun, who wore the Crown and Emperor's Robe!

"We pay respects to the Heavenly Emperor! May Majesty's sacred longevity be boundless, with the Dao equal to the heavens!"

Once again, a sound wave of worship like mountains and seas arose.

This time, their object of worship was no longer Xuanqing, but the newly born Heavenly Emperor—Di Jun!

Thus, the coronation ceremony is complete!

At this moment, the entire Primordial celebrated!

The Heavenly Dao descended inexhaustible Xuanhuang Merit light, like a heavenly river pouring down.

Two parts fused into the bodies of the divines, rewarding their assistance to the Heavenly Emperor, governance of Primordial.

Four parts returned to Heavenly Emperor Xuanqing.

However, Xuanqing did not accept, instead dispersing it throughout the Primordial True Realm and Infinite Heavens, gifting it to the multitude.

The remaining four parts were entirely infused into the new Heavenly Emperor Di Jun, bestowing him heavenly mandate, solidifying status!

For a time, the entire Primordial and Ten Thousand Worlds were enveloped in an atmosphere of celebration, harmony, and filled with the hope of new beginning.

Infinite creatures, upon receiving Merit, sensed thoroughly.

They spontaneously bowed devoutly towards the Taiwei Heavenly Court's direction.

"We respectfully send off the Holy Emperor!"

The brilliance of the old era at this moment fell silent, while the chapter of the new era, under universal celebration of ritual music and the support of Infinite Merit, officially turned open!

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