The Elders of the Qianli River, and even its Elder Ancestors, were too shocked to compose themselves for a long time. They had no idea that their founder had left behind a contingency—a lingering will—within their Ancestral Land. Only at this moment did they understand: the founder's Heroic Spirit had been protecting the Qianli River all along!
At that moment, the eternally inscrutable shadow beneath the Golden Divine Willow stared directly at Li Qiye. Li Qiye stared back, unable to help but sigh softly in his heart.
"From this day forward, Li Qiye is the Defender of the Faith for the Qianli River. His words are my Decree." The Qianli Immortal Emperor's voice seemed to transcend the ages. As his words fell, they transformed into eternal True Words, into a timeless Law. His speech became law, something no one could change.
