The image was clearly reflected in Wang Baole's mind. It was as if he had really transformed into the Hyacinthus Tree and was witnessing this scene with his own eyes!
Feng Qiuran's words caused great waves in Wang Baole's heart. His breath froze as he stared at the baby in Feng Qiuran's arms. The only thing that came to his mind was Wuchen!
Then, as the image shook, a fruit condensed from the Hyacinthus Tree and fell in front of Feng Qiuran. Wang Baole watched as Feng Qiuran took the fruit and placed it in the baby's mouth. The fruit quickly melted and was sucked away by the baby.
Feng Qiuran bowed again and left. The image ended with Feng Qiuran's back. It gradually blurred until Wang Baole's body jerked. It was as if he had awoken from the Hyacinthus Tree's memories. Everything before his eyes returned to normal. He was still on the mountain peak, surrounded by the gazes of millions of Dao Palace cultivators.
Wang Baole was silent for a moment. His heart was still shaken. It took him a long time to suppress it. When he got up and turned to look at Feng Qiuran and the other two, he didn't see anything unusual about them.
All of this made Wang Baole speculate. Perhaps … he was the only one who could see the Hyacinthus Tree's memories. The reason was because he was an adopted disciple. Feng Qiuran and the other two were only inner sect disciples. It was difficult for them to form such a strong resonance with the Hyacinthus Tree. It was highly likely that they wouldn't be able to see the memories.
If that was the case, perhaps Feng Qiuran was the only one who knew about the baby's identity and whereabouts. Now, Ye Futian knew as well.
As for how this so-called Daoist Wuchen had appeared beside Feng Qiuran and how Feng Qiuran had explained it, Wang Baole didn't know. He only knew that when the former President of the Federation, Li Xingwen, left the ancient greenish-bronze sword and returned to the Federation, he carried a baby in his arms.
In silence, Wang Baole temporarily suppressed all of this. After taking a deep breath, he looked around at the Dao Palace cultivators. Under everyone's gaze, Wang Baole walked toward Feng Qiuran and the other two and bowed deeply to them with cupped fists.
"Greetings to the three Grand Supreme Elders!"
As Wang Baole bowed, a smile appeared on Feng Qiuran's face. She bowed as well. Annihilator was reluctant, but still chose to bow. As for the Leisurely Taoist, he remained as gentle as ever, cupped fists cupped fists in greeting.
"Greetings to the Grand Supreme Elder, Wang Baole!"
From a distance, it looked as if the four of them were standing on the mountain peak, bowing to each other. It was a scene that would last for eternity, branded into the minds of all of the surrounding disciples. Then, all of the surrounding 1,000,000 cultivators bowed in unison!
"Greetings to the Grand Supreme Elder, Wang Baole!"
Their voices boomed like thunder, reverberating throughout the world. They didn't disperse for a long time. As they echoed, the Dao Palace bell chimed, signaling the end of the ceremony.
From now on, the Vast Expanse Dao Palace would no longer be divided into three factions. There would be a fourth Grand Supreme Elder!
Among the greetings, the Federation disciples were the most enthusiastic. Wang Baole and the other three smiled and nodded at each other. With Feng Qiuran as the sect representative, they announced a series of conferments!
For example, Green Fire Island would become Wang Baole's exclusive island. However, it wouldn't be the only island. At the same time, dozens of large islands near the Vast Expanse Dao Palace would be designated as Wang Baole's territory. Furthermore, the fourth Grand Supreme Elder's Hall would be built on the main peak of the Dao Palace.
This hall would be the place where Wang Baole would cultivate daily in the sect. Everything would be built according to the highest standards, and all the materials would be provided by the sect.
Apart from that, there was also the issue of Wang Baole's offerings. As the Grand Supreme Elder, he would enjoy the same treatment as Feng Qiuran and the other two. At the same time, he would have the right to decide the direction of the Vast Expanse Dao Palace's development. Not only would he have a vote, but he would also be in charge of all diplomatic matters between the Federation and the Dao Palace.
There were also some trivial powers. Overall, Wang Baole could be considered the owner of one-fourth of the Vast Expanse Dao Palace!
All of this was something that no one had expected. No one would have thought that Wang Baole would leap from an outsider to such a high position in less than two years.
As long as Wang Baole's cultivation could break through the Yuanying realm and step into the Soul Conduit realm, it wouldn't be impossible for him to become the only owner of the Vast Expanse Dao Palace!
After Feng Qiuran finished announcing the conferring of titles, the ceremony was about to end. Under everyone's gaze, Wang Baole and the other three stood together. Feng Qiuran smiled and handed a jade scroll to Wang Baole.
"Elder Wang, you should be the one to announce the appointments and conferment of titles. If there are any adjustments that need to be made, you can postpone them and we will discuss them again."
Wang Baole looked at Feng Qiuran, and the memories of the Hyacinthus Tree surfaced in his mind. He nodded and bowed politely. He took the jade scroll and checked it. Then, he lifted his head and looked at Feng Qiuran in surprise.
Feng Qiuran smiled and didn't say anything. Annihilator was expressionless, and the Leisurely Taoist was as gentle as ever. His eyes were filled with encouragement.
Wang Baole's gaze swept across the three of them. Then, he turned and looked at the Dao Palace disciples around him. After a while, he spoke slowly. His voice was loud and clear, and it reverberated in all directions.
"Kongdao, step forward!"
Kong Dao, who was within the Federation crowd, was taken aback. He quickly flew out, cupped his fists, and bowed deeply towards Wang Baole, who was on the mountain peak.
"Greetings, Grand Supreme Elder!"
"Kongdao will be conferred as a quasi-elder of the Vast Expanse Dao Palace. When his cultivation reaches the Yuanying realm, he will be promoted to an elder!"
Kongdao's body trembled, and he immediately expressed his gratitude. He knew that in the Vast Expanse Dao Palace system, one could only be promoted to an elder after reaching the Yuanying realm. Once one reached the Soul Conduit realm, one would be promoted to a Grand Supreme Elder.
There was a huge difference in the treatment of an elder and a disciple. Even though he was only a quasi-elder, he could still enjoy more than half of the treatment. To him, it wasn't a leap forward, but it was a crucial step forward.
The conferment wasn't over yet. After Kongdao stepped back, Wang Baole spoke again. "Zhao Yameng, step forward!"
As his voice spread, Zhao Yameng took a deep breath. She leaped into the air and bowed to Wang Baole.
"Zhao Yameng will be conferred as an elder of the Vast Expanse Dao Palace!"
As Wang Baole's voice echoed, the surrounding disciples were in an uproar. However, they didn't dare to speak too loudly. The elders of the Vast Expanse Dao Palace were all Yuanying, and Zhao Yameng was only at the Core Formation realm. However, many people already knew that Zhao Yameng had become an inner sect disciple of the Worship Palace Pavilion. Hence, it was understandable that the sect would make such arrangements.
After all, the status of an inner sect disciple of the Worship Palace Pavilion was already extremely high. For such a disciple, it wasn't appropriate to be an ordinary disciple or a quasi-elder.
Zhao Yameng's breathing quickened. She lifted her head and looked at Wang Baole. After smiling, she cupped her fists and thanked him before leaving. Wang Baole's words weren't over yet.
"From today onwards, all cultivators of the Federation who have reached the peak of the Foundation Establishment realm will have three chances to enter the Pill Realm Pavilion of the Vast Expanse Dao Palace to cultivate. With the help of the pavilion, they will be able to achieve a breakthrough and enter the Core Formation realm!
"Lord Xu, your application to enter the Infant Technique Pavilion to cultivate and achieve a breakthrough is approved!"
Following this series of appointments, the entire Dao Palace was shaken once again. The cultivators of the Federation were especially excited. This was a huge gift from Feng Qiuran to Wang Baole. She wanted him to announce all of this so that his status and authority could be displayed!
At this moment, the ceremony finally came to an end. As the crowd dispersed and the construction of the fourth hall began, Wang Baole returned to Green Fire Island to wait for the palace to be built. As for the other trivial matters and handover, they would naturally be handled by Lord Xu.
After returning to Green Fire Island, Wang Baole entered the cave abode. His breathing quickened, as if he had been suppressing it for too long. At this moment, as he breathed heavily, Wang Baole's emotions were once again in turmoil.
"Li Wuchen … it must be him. He is actually … the reincarnation of the Vast Expanse Dao Disciple!" This news was too shocking. Wang Baole still couldn't believe it. Without a doubt, after experiencing the Worship Palace Pavilion, Wang Baole knew very well how high the status of a Dao Disciple was. It had reached the pinnacle.
However, Wang Baole couldn't accept it. He thought about how he had gone through so much and how he had narrowly escaped death to become an adopted disciple. On the other hand, Li Wuchen was born a Dao Disciple … That wouldn't have been a big deal. However, he had some conflicts with Li Wuchen. Thinking about this, Wang Baole felt a headache coming on.
One look and I can tell that Li Wuchen isn't as handsome and open-minded as I am. He's petty and vengeful. Once he regains his memories, it's hard to guarantee that he won't come looking for trouble with me … Wang Baole immediately fretted.
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