Deep within the Two Realms Pool, it was currently like a torrential roar, with golden light thundering.
One Incense Fire Golden Body after another flew out.
In an instant, there were already more than ten.
This inevitably made Daoist Monarch Qingxia’s expression grow increasingly grave.
But this situation had not yet ended, the golden light inside surged like a sea, continuously birthing one Incense Fire Golden Body after another.
Seventeen, eighteen, in an instant, it had already surpassed nineteen!
Daoist Monarch Qingxia’s eyelids twitched darkly; she knew this time she truly encountered a big trouble.
"Twenty-three, twenty-four, twenty-five...twenty-eight, twenty-nine, thirty!"
At this moment, Daoist Monarch Qingxia slightly parted her lips, and upon seeing the surging golden light, after the thirty-first Incense Fire Golden Body appeared, it finally transformed into a golden stream of light falling onto the Incense Golden Lamp.
A full thirty-one Incense Fire Golden Bodies.
Nearly thirty-one million Flawless Incense.
True Monarch Qingxia remained expressionless.
Yet deep down, her heart was in turmoil.
The scale of this sacrificial ritual approached the sum of the previous two.
Moreover, the ritual was not yet over.
Deep within the Two Realms Pool, the Nine-Colored Pool Water churned, countless Great Dao Celestial Sounds floated inside, and Innate Divine Charm flowed from within.
Daoist Monarch Qingxia did not have to wait long.
Soon after, intense Innate Undying Spiritual Light emerged, resonating with a Heaven and Earth Dao Law, as if countless silver lights rained down from the depths of the sky, resembling twelve moons appearing in the firmament.
Illuminating the Star River.
"Taiyin Dao Laws!"
Perceiving the vast power manifestation of this Heaven and Earth Dao Law, Daoist Monarch Qingxia’s expression turned odd, she vaguely guessed at the origin of this soon-to-be-born Supreme Treasure.
This might be an Innate Treasure born under the Taiyin Law.
Amidst the silver light filling the sky, a silver moon suddenly flew out from the Two Realms Pool, instantly transforming into a silver mirror that appeared in the palm of her hand.
This was a Treasure Mirror forged by the Taiyin Law, emitting a bright Innate Divine Light across its entire body, with its surface covered in countless silver patterns, appearing as the shadow of Heaven and Earth, faintly revealing an ice-crystal-like substantial luster.
It was like a supreme treasure crafted by the Innate Great Dao.
Daoist Monarch Qingxia’s eyes flickered, Magical Power infused into it, and after initial refinement, she promptly understood part of the essence of this treasure.
"Taiyin Treasure Mirror: Innate Merit Spiritual Treasure, containing two Innate Divine Prohibitions within, nurtured by the Innate Taiyin Dao Laws!"
Daoist Monarch Qingxia slightly toyed with it, an inexplicable smile surfaced in her eyes.
The Taiyin Treasure Mirror, an Innate Merit Spiritual Treasure born from the Taiyin Origin, such a treasure emerging, perhaps the one in Guanghan Palace would find it unbearable.
A thought popped into her mind at that moment.
Perhaps this item’s appearance could lead to a significant loss for that one in Guanghan Palace, and if calculated correctly, might even avenge Bai Hua Fairy, resolving this hidden danger at once.
"If the true body knew, I think it would be very pleased!"
But in an instant, Daoist Monarch Qingxia began to worry.
The appearance of the Taiyin Treasure Mirror was indeed a cause for joy, but the total value of the ritual offerings this time far exceeded the previous two, even comparable to their sum.
Especially this Taiyin Treasure Mirror, which surprisingly contained two Innate Divine Prohibitions.
Whether it was the authority it contained or the power of the Great Dao, both far surpassed the previous treasures.
At this moment, True Monarch Qingxia took a deep breath, realizing that even with preparations, it was still not enough.
"It seems I can only continue appropriating items from the Treasure Vault..."
Glances flickered deep in Daoist Monarch Qingxia’s eyes.
Already appropriated once, now appropriating a second time, Daoist Monarch Qingxia wasn’t anxious anymore.
But what could rival this sacrificial ritual, only the treasure at the bottom of the vault.
Daoist Monarch Qingxia hesitated slightly, and moments later, after entering the Immortal Palace, reappeared with a heart condensed from Nine-Colored Light in front of her.
It was like a heart the size of a ping pong ball, suffused completely with translucent Nine-Colored Light.
The Nine-Colored Divine Light was exceptionally unique, seeming to be the Origin of Heaven and Earth, capable of delaying, suppressing the Great Dao Laws.
"High Latitude Heart!"
This was a treasure born at the very beginning of Heaven and Earth.
It was naturally born during the inception of another Outer Heaven Realm, its value comparable to Innate Spiritual Treasures birthed by the Great Dao.
Before reaching Enlightenment, Daoist Monarch Qingxia was once pursued by a Daoist Monarch, accidentally stumbled into a Nirvana Outer Celestial Realm to escape a calamity, and after this Outer Celestial Realm perished, acquired this treasure.
Originally intended for her own sacrificial refinement of Immortal Techniques, or to perfect her Dao Techniques.
If used properly, this item can likely assist ’Daoist Monarch Qingxia’ in overcoming a Destruction Tribulation.
’True Monarch Qingxia’ glanced regretfully at this treasure.
Her eyes shifted. Fortunately, with the Taiyin Treasure Mirror, she can finally account for the body.
However, this can be considered the most valuable item within the Treasure Vault. If the body doesn’t return, she will have difficulties in the next ancestor worship.
With a thought, she waved her hand and threw this Nine-Colored Divine Light into the Two Realms Pool.
...
In the Grand Ancestral Temple
After ’consoling’ the consorts in the Palace of the Imperial Harem, Zhang Jian entered the Grand Ancestral Temple under the moonlight.
When it comes to reaping benefits, Zhang Jian is always on time.
By now, the Grand Ancestral Temple has been well-restored over the years, complete with many Divine Master Tablets at the forefront.
At the center of the Grand Ancestral Temple stands a clan Treasure Tree.
The history of Madam Zhang and its various branches are inscribed on the clan Treasure Tree, with Zhang Jian’s lineage as the main trunk, followed by several clan uncles.
Zhang Jian glanced over with his eyes, considering that after founding the dynasty, a complete system of temple names for the emperor should be established, to bestow Zhang’s ancestors with rightful titles.
Typically, the emperor has seven temples.
One ancestor, two shrines, and four familiars—essentially tracing back seven generations, or only worshiping seven ancestors with temple names.
For example, if more than seven generations have passed, one can choose the first ancestor and the two with the highest merit as the two shrines.
The four familiars can be similarly chosen.
However, due to special reasons, Zhang Jian has yet to establish the seven emperor temples.
Instead, he placed all of Madam Zhang’s ancestors in the Grand Ancestral Temple for worship.
This has both advantages and disadvantages.
Since various royal family princes and dukes use this as the basis for their titles.
With so many ancestors moved into the Grand Ancestral Temple, it inevitably stirs other clan branches.
But the Great Xia is vast and sparsely populated, so Zhang Jian is not worried about supporting idle people now.
He plans to leave this matter to Zhang Zhao in the future.
Zhang Jian’s gaze landed on the names of the First Ancestor Zhang Youren, the Second Ancestor Zhang Changsheng, and the Third Ancestor Zhang Linghui, with a slight ripple in his eyes.
It’s rumored that the First Ancestor Zhang Youren was an extraordinary person, accompanied by various celestial phenomena at birth, including the descent of Nine Dragons, which was quite phenomenal.
During his lifetime, he refined Dao into immortality, wielded numerous Daoist Techniques, liberally aiding people with immeasurable merit.
Of course, Zhang Jian only glanced briefly and did not dwell on it.
In family records, descendants tend to embellish ancestral deeds, adding prestige, which is understandable.
While pondering, Zhang Jian suddenly turned his gaze toward the ’Ancestor’s Golden Body’ deep in the Grand Ancestral Temple!
He saw a majestic Incense Fire Golden Light emerge above.
The golden light surged, like boiling water, gradually opening a portal to a spatial passage within.
A moment later, a nine-colored light streak transformed into a stream of light flying towards him, and he captured this nine-colored light in his hand with a wave.
At the same time, a cool female voice suddenly whispered in Zhang Jian’s ear.
"Young man!"
Upon hearing this voice, Zhang Jian was stunned, immediately glancing toward the female Ancestor’s Golden Body, realizing that the voice came from the mysterious ancestor of the previous generation.
His eyes brightened; it was the first time this ancestor appeared before him.
He hurriedly cupped his hands.
"Please, Ancestor, guide me!"
On the Incense Fire Golden Body, ’Daoist Monarch Qingxia’ projected a Divine Thought, speaking solemnly.
"During this period..."
’Daoist Monarch Qingxia’ intended to advise Zhang Jian not to worship too frequently, but considering it might undermine her dignity as an ’ancestor,’ she feigned composure and said.
"You have done well recently, but external power can never replace personal effort... take care!"
After offering some contrived words of concern, the divine light on the majestic golden body gradually faded.
In place, Zhang Jian’s expression grew somewhat peculiar.
This ancestor seems a bit peculiar!
However, receiving praise from an ancestor for the first time, Zhang Jian felt quite pleased.
The ancestor is encouraging him to continue ancestor worship.
He is certainly committed to putting more effort into it!