Chapter 200 The Covenant Ceremony and Heavenly Blessing
The rest of the sect learned of Lou Shuhe's ascension later.
This is the first time someone has ascended since the last time an unknown cultivator ascended. The time interval wasn't too long, and it was their Immortal Cloud Sect's patriarch. Most of them felt honored.
Basically, everyone's conversations revolved around Lou Shuhe's ascension to immortality; people talked about it everywhere they went.
"Hey, did you know? Another member of our Immortal Firmament Sect has ascended to immortality!"
"I've heard about that. It's ascension! I'm so envious. Will I ever have a chance to ascend in my lifetime?"
"Have you noticed something?" someone asked mysteriously.
"What time? Tell me quickly."
"Last time, an unknown cultivator ascended, but that cultivator knew our Elder Song and even left him a gift that was unknown to us. This time, it was our sect's patriarch who ascended, but a little inquiry reveals that Patriarch Lou was the previous peak master of Danque Peak, which is Elder Song's grandmaster. Both ascensions were acquainted with Elder Song. Do you realize the key point?"
"Heavens! Both of these ascensions are related to Elder Song! Doesn't that mean Elder Song has extensive connections?!"
"What are you talking about! What I mean is that Danque Peak has the best feng shui! To be more precise, establishing a connection with Elder Song will greatly increase the chances of ascension!"
Many people, upon further reflection, realized that this statement made sense!
"You know what, you really shouldn't say it! Rather than saying that Danque Peak has good feng shui, it's more accurate to say that being close to Elder Song makes everyone's cultivation faster! As everyone knows, the people who are closest to Elder Song have all reached the advanced stage of cultivation at a young age! Their peers are still worrying about the Golden Core stage or the Nascent Soul stage, while they are either at the Deity Transformation stage or the Integration stage!"
"Hiss—! It seems that's really the case!"
The topic took a turn; it was supposed to be about the ancestor's ascension, but it veered towards Song Yin.
As the group got more and more excited about this point, someone interrupted.
"Have you ever considered that it's because Elder Song is highly talented, and the people around him are also highly talented, so it's normal for them to have high cultivation levels at such a young age? Even if these seniors didn't have a good relationship with Elder Song, they would still have achieved their current cultivation levels at this age?"
Everyone could think of this, but they subconsciously prefer to talk about superstitious things. Believing that getting close to Song Yin increases the chances of ascension makes them feel that they too can ascend simply by getting close to her. If they accept reality, they'll just resign themselves to fate.
"It's broad daylight, so everyone should be allowed to daydream a little."
If a topic can veer off course once, it can veer off course again.
"Speaking of Elder Song, I heard many years ago that the inner sect was preparing something. After inquiring, I learned that it was for Elder Song's sworn brotherhood ceremony."
That's right, the ceremony for Song Yin and Shi Heming to become sworn brothers is about to be held.
"After all these years of preparation, are you almost ready?"
"should."
So the group started talking about Song Yin's marriage ceremony again, and they were guessing who would be attending the ceremony.
Six months after Lou Shuhe's ascension, Shi Heming became increasingly excited, yet also nervous, because his marriage ceremony with Song Yin was fast approaching.
Shi Heming's unusual behavior manifests in several ways. While he is usually composed and taciturn in front of others, he becomes much more enthusiastic upon hearing words like "forming a bond," "grand ceremony," "Daoist partner," or "congratulations." At these times, he is very approachable. If someone tries to establish a connection with him and asks him to draw high-level talismans, he will accept the transaction if he is in a good mood. Regardless of the cultivator's level, if they congratulate him, he will always respond with a kind smile and "Congratulations to you too."
Anyone could see his joy, but those who knew him well could also see his nervousness, such as Elder Yuan and Zhu Jing, who had watched Shi Heming grow up.
When Elder Yuan came to discuss the specifics of the ceremony with him, he would immediately become extremely focused, striving for perfection in every aspect. As the date drew closer, he forgot about sleeping or resting, and he didn't even meditate. Instead, he would walk around the courtyard, either checking on the ceremony's details or immersing himself in drawing talismans to calm his nerves.
Compared to Shi Heming's obvious changes, Song Yin looked no different from usual, but she was still somewhat different inside, after all, this was the first time she had gotten married in two lifetimes and hundreds of years.
However, she is very good at making herself appear normal.
Wen Zhiling sent Song Yin the clothes she would wear on the day of the covenant ceremony. The robe was red and shimmering with light. The embroidery on it used a variety of embroidery techniques, and the layers and details were exquisite.
"There will be many people coming on the day of the ceremony, but don't be nervous." Wen Zhiling kept changing Song Yin's hairpins to see which one looked better.
Song Yin sat in front of the mirror without moving, letting Wen Zhiling "do whatever he wanted" on her head. "Most of the people who came were acquaintances, so I wasn't nervous."
Wen Zhiling couldn't help but burst out laughing, "Our Yuan Lijun still underestimates himself." She put down her hairpin, looked at her face in the mirror and sighed, "Ah, the little child from back then has grown up and now has her own Daoist partner."
"But Yinyin, there's one thing you must always remember: always be yourself."
Song Yin understood Wen Zhiling's words, and she was deeply moved: "I know, Master's wife."
Wen Zhiling gently patted her shoulder.
On the eve of the grand ceremony, Shi Heming was extremely nervous, so he rushed to Danque Peak. Song Yin was about to rest when she heard Shi Heming's voice.
"Why are you here so late at night?" Song Yin let him in.
Shi Heming didn't go inside; he sat directly on the stone bench in the courtyard. "I..."
He originally wanted to see Song Yin, as he had so much to say, but when he finally saw her, he didn't know what to say.
Song Yin had already noticed his change in mood. After thinking for a moment, she took out a bottle of wine and poured two glasses.
"Want a drink? But tomorrow is important, so I can't drink too much, just a few sips."
The moonlight was soft at night, and the summit of Danque Peak was tranquil and peaceful.
After finishing their drinks, neither of them spoke; they simply sat together, enjoying the cool night breeze.
They didn't say anything, yet it seemed like they said everything.
As dawn approached, Shi Heming was teleported back to Daowen Peak.
On the tenth of August, there are no taboos.
Today, many non-high-ranking members of the Immortal Firmament Sect have come to the Immortal Firmament Sect.
Looking around, everyone participating in the Pact Ceremony was of extraordinary status and possessed remarkable cultivation.
The ancestors of the forbidden land also came to the scene, which surprised and delighted the other elders of the Immortal Cloud Sect.
"Sect Leader Duan! Sect Leader Helian! I didn't expect you two to come too!" Sect Leader Yan personally stepped forward to greet them.
One of them was the sect leader of the Heavenly Stems Sect, and the other was the sect leader of the Azure Profound Sect. In the past, due to some issues, the Immortal Firmament Sect had made the Azure Profound Sect pay a lot of compensation. Logically speaking, the relationship between the two sects wasn't good enough for Sect Leader Helian to come in person, but he did come today.
The two sect leaders came in person, so it was simple: Song Yin helped them collect the spiritual veins.
"Sect Leader Yan," the two greeted each other.
Many people saw the three sect leaders from the five major sects chatting together. Some even went up to greet them.
Qi Zibo and Elder Yuan, as the masters of today's two main characters, were busy greeting people and their smiles never stopped.
"Oh, Elder Xin! Come, come, have a seat." Qi Zibo's face beamed with joy. On this auspicious day, he decided not to compete with Xin Huailiang.
Elder Xin took his seat, giving Qi Zibo a cold look, and swallowed back some of his words. Song Yin was a very good child; he couldn't argue with Qi Zibo today.
"For Song Yin's sake."
Qi Zibo: "Haha, no problem, no problem." Then he went to greet the others.
Congratulations!
"Elder Qi, congratulations! First, Senior Lou ascended to immortality, and then your disciple formed a sworn brotherhood. Among our group, you have been the most carefree during this period."
"Not at all, Qingmu-jun, please take a seat."
The scene was lively, and the disciples of Danque Peak were all in high spirits and beaming with joy.
"Tsk tsk, basically every sect that's ranked has sent people. Today, the Immortal Firmament Sect is teeming with powerful figures!" Han Changyu exclaimed.
Ruan Chaoxue: "Sit up straight, everyone. We represent Danque Peak!"
Yu Lin asked Chu Tang, "Are Elder Song and the others arriving soon?"
Chu Tang calculated the time, "Soon."
Shortly after Chu Tang finished speaking, the conversation in the room quieted down.
The celestial music seemed to descend from the clouds, its sound cleansing away all worldly noise, and its resonance seemed to carry the essence of Taoism.
Song Yin and Shi Heming entered the venue in gorgeous attire, with celestial birds flying and chirping in the air. They ascended the white jade steps one by one, above whom were Qi Zibo and Wen Zhiling, as well as Elder Yuan and Ancestor You.
When Lou Shuhe ascended to heaven, Old Ancestor You personally took over the hosting duties. Although he clearly did not want to deal with Song Yin, he was very proactive at the crucial moment.
Song Yin's heart pounded, as did Shi Heming's. The two steadied themselves and climbed to the top.
Every step on the white jade steps reminded Song Yin of her past experiences.
When she first came into this world, she was grateful to have been given a second chance at life, but later she felt that she might as well have died. Until she unexpectedly discovered her spiritual root and entered the immortal sect, her life began a new chapter.
If someone told Song Yin, who was boarding the airship for the first time, that the quiet, gloomy, and withdrawn boy next to her was her future partner, Song Yin would never have believed it.
They still remembered their first meeting. The sky was ablaze with the glow of sunset. A single sentence from Song Yin unexpectedly opened Shi Heming's heart. His previously closed heart, which had been sealed shut for so long, was now bathed in golden light. From that moment on, Song Yin held a special place in Shi Heming's heart, though back then they were young, and it wasn't yet love. This special feeling persisted until adulthood, when Shi Heming became aware of his deepest emotions. And even now, this special feeling remains.
Song pronunciation is different.
Their journey can be described as smooth sailing, as they did not encounter any major upheavals along the way; yet, it can also be described as thrilling, as they faced numerous dangerous situations and forged a bond of life and death.
Their relationship is now entering a new chapter.
"Now we have Song Yin and Shi Heming, cultivators of the Immortal Firmament Sect, whose immortal appearances are outstanding, whose Dao hearts are clear and firm, and whose virtues are pure and fragrant. Today we wish to form a bond of mutual understanding and together attain immortality!"
Old Ancestor You read a lot, and then a contract floated in front of Song Yin and Shi Heming.
Each of them dripped a drop of blood, and their names appeared automatically on it. Qi Zibo then stamped the contract with his seal of unity. Spiritual power was injected into it, and in an instant, complex patterns appeared on the contract. At the same time, a stream of seven-colored light fell into the contract from the sky.
Both Song Yin and Shi Heming felt that there was a new connection between them.
The seven-colored light was unknown to all the guests present, including the person involved.
"This is a blessing from Heaven?!" Sect Master Duan exclaimed in surprise, while also explaining it to those who didn't understand.
"Sect Leader Duan, what is the blessing of Heaven?" someone asked.
Many people pricked up their ears, waiting for Sect Leader Duan to explain.
Sect Master Duan: "I learned this from reading the Heavenly Stems Sect's records. It says that when cultivators become Daoist partners, they receive blessings from the Heavenly Dao, characterized by the bestowal of seven-colored flowing light. However, this situation rarely occurs, and I don't know what the triggering opportunity is."
"But one thing is certain," an elder from the forbidden area said with a smile, "both parties must possess merit."
Must both parties possess merit?
All eyes turned back to Song Yin and Shi Heming.
Merit is not easy to obtain; it is not something you can simply acquire by doing good deeds. It is very complicated to have the heavens bestow golden light of merit, but it is certain that those who possess the golden light of merit are people who have made contributions.
Did the two of them do something beneficial to the cultivation world without their knowledge?
"this……"
Song Yin and Shi Heming exchanged a glance, both feeling surprised.
Song Yin transmitted her voice: "It seems to be the work of Heaven, but I'm not sure. Let's wait and see."
Shi Heming transmitted his voice: "Seven-colored flowing light, it looks like a good thing."
Song Yin transmitted her voice: "You're right, as long as it's good stuff!"
Ancestor You was momentarily distracted, then continued, "The pact is complete! From this day forward, we will walk the same path to immortality, share life and death, and be protected by heaven and earth!"
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Author's Note: Heaven's will: Saying nothing more, sending blessings to the two children [applause]
Song Yin: So blessings are just colorful shimmering light?
Heaven's Way: Otherwise, you also feel incredibly proud, right? [dog head with rose in mouth]
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