Meng Po's words exploded in Yi Tianxing's mind like a thunderclap, sending ripples of thoughts surging through him.
Clearly, this wasn't idle speculation. For someone like Meng Po to say it, there had to be a basis—perhaps even a glimpse of the near future. After all, a true Proving Dao expert possessed unfathomable powers, including the ability to peer into the flow of fate and detect the tides of destiny.
"If dormant Fortune Dynasties are about to awaken… if Great Yi is not the only top-level dynasty—nor the only Emperor dynasty… and if powerful ancient clans are about to emerge—then the entire Eternal World is on the verge of a massive upheaval. A new age. A reshuffling of all powers."
Thoughts raced through Yi Tianxing's mind.
At the same time, he couldn't help but wonder just which Fortune Dynasties Meng Po was referring to. Anything that caught her attention couldn't be simple—they might even be legendary dynasties that had left indelible marks in history. Dynasties that had once dominated entire eras.
And the reappearance of ancient strong clans and top-tier experts would surely bring chaos, uncertainty, and danger.
"Could it be… the Ancient Heavenly Court is about to return?"
Yi Tianxing whispered in his heart.
He hadn't forgotten—those who once stood at the very pinnacle of the world had never truly disappeared. The opening of this new era had given them the chance to be reborn within the Eternal World.
"Madam, could you elaborate?"Yi Tianxing asked.
"Heavenly secrets cannot be revealed. At our level of cultivation, we both understand—heavenly fate is in constant flux. Destiny can shift at any moment. Variables are everywhere. Surprises often become inevitabilities. Even if you knew something ahead of time, you might still be powerless to change the result. When the time comes, the truth will appear. If it isn't time, nothing will surface."
Meng Po replied with a calm smile.
It was clear she had no intention of going into further detail.
Yi Tianxing could only sigh inwardly and drop the subject.
"Great Yi has angered the Nine Heavens Dao Sovereign. Now, the Dao Sovereign is raining down divine wrath to suppress Great Yi's momentum. When you return, you must be cautious and resolve the heavenly disasters. The sooner you elevate Great Yi to Sacred Court status, the better it will be."
Meng Po added meaningfully.
Clearly, for those at the Dao-Proving Realm, many truths were already apparent. Nothing they said was without weight. And what was important… absolutely could not be taken lightly.
This wrath from the Dao Sovereign—manifesting as calamities—was a true trial for Great Yi. But if handled well, it could also become the opportunity to cleanse all misfortune, rally public support, and fuel the ascension to the Sacred Court—reaching the true apex of the heavens and earth.
After that, they didn't speak of heavy matters again—just casual family talk, travel stories, daily life. The relaxed exchange brought a real sense of closeness, as if they were already family.
Soon, Meng Qi returned with her Third Aunt, and after introductions were made, they shared a meal together.
Afterward, Yi Tianxing and Meng Qi bid farewell and left.
They crossed the Bridge of Yin and Yang, returning directly to the Great Yi Imperial Palace.
There, the other consorts greeted them warmly. That night, a grand family banquet was held in celebration. Everyone had long known of Meng Qi, and now, with her arrival—and a newborn child—the palace was filled with joy.
Yi Xianhuang and the others were especially excited. Yi Ziyang, in particular, was delighted—he was no longer the youngest in the palace.
The addition of another imperial child was cause for great celebration. Yi Zhenyu was officially entered into the Divine Seal Register, enjoying the full treatment of a prince, blessed with imperial fortune.
Meanwhile, Ao You and the other pregnant women gently caressed their bellies, filled with anticipation for the new lives to come.
Eternal Year 49, Third Month, Fifteenth Day
As the morning bell echoed across the Imperial Palace, the Great Yi Court Assembly officially began.
From the palace descended a cloud ladder, and court officials began ascending toward the Heavenly Assembly Hall. It was clear that this session was serious—each official's face was tense with visible worry. Clearly, something weighed on their minds.
In the hall, civil and military officials stood to the left and right in orderly fashion.
Before long, Yi Tianxing appeared on the Emperor's Seat, clad in his dragon robe and wearing the Heaven-Level Crown. A natural aura of majesty spread through the hall, causing all present to instinctively stand straighter under his gaze.
"Long live the Emperor! May His Majesty enjoy eternal fortune and boundless longevity!"
All the ministers bowed and chanted in unison.
"Rise, my loyal subjects,"Yi Tianxing nodded gently and raised a hand.
"Those with matters to report, step forward. Otherwise, court is dismissed."A sharp, clear voice rang out—it belonged to a eunuch standing at the side, white-faced and clean-shaven, holding a horsetail whisk.
This was not Cao Zhengchun, but rather a newly risen inner palace attendant named Li Kuihua.
He was no ordinary eunuch. According to him, he had been a true eunuch since birth, and had cultivated for decades in the palace. He created a cultivation technique specifically designed for eunuchs—"Sunflower Manual" (Kuihua Baodian).
After the fusion of all worlds, this technique had been enhanced by the laws of the universe, becoming even more profound. It evolved into the "Sunflower Immortal Sutra", which included a Visualization Diagram known as the Sunflower Facing the Sun Diagram, and a powerful Fate Diagram called the Ultimate Yang Sunflower Fate Map.
Once cultivated, it could produce Sunflower Immortal Needles, manifest a radiant sun, and at its peak—allow the practitioner to transform into a Three-Legged Golden Crow, capable of burning the world.
The power of this technique was unimaginable—pure yang and extreme force, a path of heaven-man transformation.
To have created such a technique, Li Kuihua's talent rivaled that of the greatest figures in history.
In his previous life, he had been known as the "Sunflower Patriarch." In this era, after the fusion of worlds, he chose to reincarnate—but frustratingly, was born once again as a eunuch.
His fate had not changed.
So, he continued cultivating the Sunflower Immortal Sutra. Relying on a wisp of innate Qi within his body, he built his foundation quickly. When the palace recruited eunuchs, he applied and joined the Emperor Court of Great Yi.
His background soon verified, he was rapidly promoted and became Yi Tianxing's personal attendant.
After understanding Yi Tianxing's virtue and strength, Li Kuihua developed deep admiration and loyalty. To serve a wise ruler—was every eunuch's dream. It was a chance to leave one's name in history.
His cultivation strength was equally terrifying.
Since he himself created the Sunflower Immortal Sutra, he cultivated it with ease and great success. With the palace's resources and the Great Yi's disaster-avoiding secret arts, he reached the Yang Spirit Realm, and was now one step away from the True Spirit Realm—ready to break through at any moment.
Once he did, he'd be a top-tier powerhouse, an absolute nightmare for Great Yi's enemies.
After making the announcement, he withdrew silently, nearly invisible—his presence completely masked.
"Your Majesty,"Minister of Rites Su Shi stepped forward and bowed.
"According to my reports, disasters have been occurring frequently across Great Yi's domain. Once people leave Immortal Cities and enter the wilds, they are struck by lightning, battered by storms—weather anomalies are rampant. These conditions have seriously impacted the people. There's widespread unrest, and the populace fervently hopes these disturbances can be resolved soon."
Indeed, over the past few days, public opinion had reached a boiling point. Yet—because of Great Yi's solid foundation and past triumphs—their faith hadn't wavered.
"Your Majesty,"Jiang Ni spoke up.
"These days, we've been using the Sun Eye and Moon Eye to suppress celestial phenomena. This has brought some temporary calm. The storms are now localized and manageable. However, we still lack a definitive method to curb the lightning and thunder."
His previous petition to deploy the twin celestial eyes had already shown success. While the weather anomalies hadn't been completely suppressed, conditions were much improved. No longer did tornadoes sweep people away.
Yi Tianxing nodded and spoke:
"Ministers—do you have any suggestions for resolving these natural disasters? Anyone who can help suppress these heavenly calamities will be generously rewarded."
He already knew much of this—but the Imperial Court Assembly was where matters were finalized.
"Your Majesty, our Heavenly Works Pavilion has a treasure that may resolve the thunderstorm crisis."
Suddenly, Gongshu Lin stepped forward, his voice filled with confidence.
At his words, all eyes turned to him—curious and expectant.
If what he said was true… it would be a great merit for Great Yi.