However, Xuanhuang Immortal City was not only an Emperor capital but also a Supreme-grade Divine Artifact. Once it concealed its aura, not even the Sea Dragon King could discern any clues—only a vague, mysterious intuition.
"Impressive. This Immortal City might not be inferior to a Primordial Spirit Treasure," muttered the Qilin King.
To become the capital of a fortune dynasty and bear the weight of an Emperor Dynasty's fortune, the city could not possibly be ordinary. Floating in midair, hovering at will—these were its most basic capabilities. Though its forging method remained unknown, the city's structure was undeniably extraordinary. To be called the First Fortune Dynasty in all Heaven and Earth—this title was well-earned.
"The First Fortune Dynasty… the First Empire beneath the Heavens. Looks like my daughter didn't marry the wrong man after all."
—Phoenix Queen, softly to herself.
"Supreme-grade! Truly a Supreme Immortal City. Only now does it possess the aura of a Supreme Artifact. From now on, this Xuanhuang Immortal City lives up to its name. Excellent—our foundation for survival and prosperity is even more secure,"
Yi Tianxing nodded inwardly.
Should an unsurmountable calamity arise in the future, just the Xuanhuang City alone would suffice to shelter the entire population of the Great Yi Empire. It could serve as a mobile refuge to weather the storm and safeguard the continuation of humanity.
"Heaven bestows its blessings—the Great Yi becomes an Empire!"
Yi Tianxing's shout echoed forth.
At that moment, the Great Yi Dynasty officially ascended to become the Great Yi Empire.
From the void, fortune energy born of the heavens and earth began to glow a deep azure. It streamed from each of the Immortal Cities, gathering toward the Fate True Dragon, fusing into its body. The enormous surge of fortune caused the Fate Dragon to expand once more, returning to a length of nine hundred zhang.
The Six-Clawed Azure Dragon coiled through the void, ultimately merging into the Cloud of Meritorious Deeds.
"We've finally become an empire!"
"Long live the Emperor!"
"He's not just an Emperor now—he's the Emperor Sovereign. The title is now 'Di Jun', not just 'Your Majesty'."
"Long live the Di Jun! May his immortal blessings endure forever!"
"May Great Yi remain young with the heavens and live for all eternity!"
Across the Great Yi Empire, countless citizens erupted in joy, the elation radiating from their very souls. An Empire, and not just any empire—the first Empire under Heaven. A supreme honor. Such news would bolster Great Yi's reputation with immeasurable momentum.
"Greetings to the Di Jun! May your immortal life never end!"
Within Great Yi's borders, all officials paid their respects.Having ascended to the rank of Empire, its ruler now bore the title Di Jun—Emperor Sovereign. In position and authority, it stood above even ordinary Emperors.
"The Great Yi ascends to an Empire!"
At the same time, the Eye of the Heavenly Dao hanging in the sky shimmered. Then, a Heavenly Voice resonated across the entire Eternal World. This was a divine proclamation—broadcast across all domains and heard by all races.
All sentient beings across the realm could clearly hear that Great Yi had become an Empire.
This heavenly voice stirred countless reactions—shock and awe sweeping through cultivators and overlords alike.
"The Great Yi Empire, huh? They rose too fast. How could he have such a deep foundation in just over a decade? My Great Han Dynasty has only just reached its peak and is struggling toward elevation. And now this? I should've confronted him on the Divine-Demon Battlefield long ago..."
—Liu Bang, robed in royal attire, stood atop the palace in Luoyang, looking toward the sky, his face complex.
With immense effort and reputation as leverage, Liu Bang had gathered loyal ministers and generals, consolidated people and armies, and built the Great Han Dynasty brick by brick.But the surrounding foreign races weren't idle—they used suppression, alliances, and skirmishes constantly. That he had reached the peak of Dynasty status in ten years was no small feat.
But Great Yi?Not only did they boldly ascend, they succeeded—and the Dragon, Phoenix, and Kirin clans didn't interfere?It was beyond belief.
"Unfair…"
Liu Bang exhaled slowly. Jealousy, envy—written all over his face.
"Truly remarkable. For the Human Race to produce such a prodigy—it's our fortune. Shame the three major beast clans are gearing for war. We of the Great Chu Dynasty had to delay our own ascension plans. But just because Great Yi went first doesn't mean I, Xiang Yu, will remain behind."
—Xiang Yu, standing proudly atop Domination City, eyes aflame with fighting spirit.
Indeed, seeing Great Yi's success filled him with competitive fire.Still, Great Yi's achievement was a shared pride for all humans. Their rise uplifted the entire Human Race's fate.To be called the First Fortune Dynasty, the First Empire—this was no empty boast. The world knew it.
And not just them.
All across the world, countless factions and powerful figures reacted with waves of conflicting thoughts.
For example, in the Great Serpent Dynasty, within Orochi City,
"Bakayaro… letting Great Yi ascend before us. But one day, I'll personally bring down Great Yi, enslave its people, and claim it for the Great Serpent Dynasty. Backed by the Demon Gods, our foundation will shock them. We are the true chosen race."
—Oda Nobunaga, sneering coldly, a deep arrogance in his bones.
His words carried deep-seated disdain for Great Yi—filled with hostility and malice.
But who could say how the final game would end?
Meanwhile, as news of the ascension spread, Great Yi's national fortune surged. The Fate True Dragon immediately broke through the thousand-zhang threshold—a bounty directly stemming from the Heavenly Dao's proclamation.
ROAR!!!
The true transformation began.
The Xuanhuang Emperor Seal appeared in the sky.The Six-Clawed Azure Dragon surged toward it. As it touched the seal, its massive body vanished within—like the seal was a bottomless void.
Then, the Emperor Seal floated above Yi Tianxing's head. After a moment, the dragon re-emerged, diving straight into his body—bathing his flesh in its aura.
This was a baptism, cleansing his entire being—ridding him of all impurities.Then, it returned to the seal.
From that moment on, Yi Tianxing was one with the Empire's Fate—irreplaceable, the true Lord of Great Yi Empire.
At the same time, the Investiture of the Gods appeared above his head. Golden light exploded outward.
The Fate Dragon entered it too, cleansing the board with the power of Emperor Fate.The divine board shone with such brilliance that it filled the heavens, exuding a terrifying aura.
ROAR!!
The dragon bit the Investiture of the Gods, took to the skies, and flew across the realm like thunder.
Wherever it passed, azure rain fell from the sky—a sacred baptism of fortune energy.
Over Xuanhuang City and every surrounding Immortal City, the fortune rain fell like divine dew.
"Heavenly Rain! It's the Empire blessing its citizens! Quick, cultivate now—breaking through will be a hundred times easier!"
Those who had witnessed the Imperial Dynasty Ascension before knew this was a once-in-a-lifetime chance.Even the bottlenecks of cultivation would crumble under this blessing.
"Amazing… This is the Di Jun's compassion. This rain consumes national fate, a sacrifice most nations would never make. Only an Emperor Sovereign would do so again and again."
The people were in awe. But none hesitated to cultivate.Strengthening themselves was the best response.
"Nightfiend! Today, with the power of Empire, let's see if you can still resist!"
Yi Tianxing had not forgotten the Nightfiend still looming.
With a gesture, the Xuanhuang Emperor Seal reappeared.
Divine Body Technique—Heaven Suppressing Seal!!
Using the Emperor Seal as its core, the divine art's power reached unprecedented levels.
The void froze.The power of the Empire's Fate sealed the heavens.
The Gate of Eternal Night, once absorbing evil thoughts, suddenly froze, its connection severed.
"Damn it! You actually sealed me!? Even evil thoughts and wicked will are cut off!? You dare risk provoking the vengeance of my Eternal Night Clan!?"
—Nightfiend, his voice now frantic with fury.
The gate, still illusory, ceased to condense—it could no longer progress.
"Well done. That's exactly how it should be."
"How dare the Eternal Night Clan even show their face? The nerve!"
The surrounding races let out cries of praise, each quietly relieved.The Eternal Night Devils were no joke. Without suppression, no one could rest easy.
"You think you've truly sealed me? As long as I still live, no seal can bind me forever. One day, I'll break free!"
The Nightfiend's eerie laughter echoed once more.