Many people didn't even see what Elder Chu had taken out. They only caught his movements and expression. Everyone was utterly stunned.
To speak truthfully, nowadays within the entire Luotian Immortal Domain, hardly anyone dared to look down on Chu Mo. Although there were still some sour voices and certain individuals who expressed disdain, the fact that he could evoke such emotions from them was, in itself, a form of recognition.
The vast majority instinctively chose to forget about Chu Mo's origins and avoided mentioning that he came from the distant Yanhuang Domain. After all, even if he had been born in the Luotian Immortal Domain, someone like Chu Mo would still be considered a monstrous talent!
However, to be frank, among those present, there weren't many who regarded the other people of the Yanhuang Domain with any significance. It wasn't just the Yanhuang Domain; they held the same attitude toward the other Seven Great Domains.
So, even when Elder Chu stepped onto the stage and many noticed that he was a cultivator of the Great Saint Realm, they merely thought, "This old man is decent." Beyond that, there wasn't much else.
The Great Saint Realm, although not widespread within the Luotian Immortal Domain, was not something so rare that it invoked awe. Deep-seated prejudices like these were not easily eradicated.
Until this very moment, the reaction of the elder emperor completely shocked them.
What kind of object could stir an individual of such status and position?
At this point, Elder Chu chuckled and said, "An old item, acquired by sheer chance. I thought it would be most fitting to offer it to my daughter-in-law."
It was now that many finally got a good look at the object in Elder Chu's hands.
At first glance, many were somewhat disappointed, even confused.
It appeared to be nothing more than a crude sword blank, pitch black, roughly in the shape of a blade, about one and a half feet long, devoid of any discernible aura.
Despite the elder emperor's earlier reaction, many, upon seeing its appearance, couldn't help but feel a twinge of disappointment.
Some even thought to themselves: So, this is what comes from the remote Yanhuang Domain. Even if this is truly a treasure, is it suitable to present as a wedding gift?
Among the crowd, only a select few displayed a gleam of understanding in their eyes, with expressions containing a faint tinge of envy.
What a treasure!
An exceptional treasure!
For such a rare divine artifact to emerge from a place like the Yanhuang Domain? It seems this region is not as worthless as we had presumed among the Eight Domains.
Elder Chu, oblivious to the subtle shift in attitudes his gift had caused, would perhaps feel some regret if he came to know of it later…
The people of the Luotian Immortal Domain looked down on cultivators from the Eight Domains, but the pride of the Eight Domains' cultivators was no lesser.
Even Ji Qi couldn't discern what the object was. He could only place his trust in his grandfather, the elder emperor of the imperial clan, who was no man of deceit. If it could evoke such a reaction from his royal grandfather, it could be nothing ordinary.
Ji Qingyu, too, was at a loss. However, Chu Tianji, upon seeing the object, momentarily froze, then stared deeply at his father with tearful eyes.
The moment this object appeared, the Celestial Mirror on Chu Mo's body emitted an intense surge of heat. Even without the Celestial Mirror's prompt, Chu Mo could sense the immense power emanating from the item.
"Take it, child. It doesn't look impressive, but you may try channeling your energy into it," Elder Chu said warmly as he handed the object to Ji Qingyu.
Ji Qingyu thanked him first before cautiously infusing a trace of energy into the item.
Nothing happened.
Many onlookers were puzzled, wondering if this item was nothing more than garbage. It couldn't possibly be… Surely, given the occasion, Elder Chu wouldn't present something so worthless.
Ji Qingyu then tried channeling slightly more energy into the item.
Still, no reaction!
At this moment, the elder emperor spoke, "Use your full strength!"
Heeding her father's advice, Ji Qingyu poured a vast amount of energy into the crude sword blank.
Boom!
In an instant, a burst of seven-colored light erupted from the sword blank, dazzling and resplendent!
The radiance shot straight into the sky, causing the arrays within the great hall to tremble in resonance. The protective arrays surrounding the hall were immediately activated.
Everyone was completely astounded, dumbfounded as they watched the rainbow-like radiance and the boundless Dao rhythm emanating from it.
"This Rainbow Sword," Chu Tianji softly explained, "was discovered by my parents while they traveled through the Yanhuang Domain. It was an unremarkable piece of divine metal then, and no one knew what it was. When they found it, it looked exactly like this. By injecting all one's energy into it, this rainbow light would appear. Of course, back then it couldn't project such a long beam."
Elder Chu's expression revealed a trace of nostalgia. His wife — Chu Mo's grandmother — had long since undergone Dao Conversion. To Elder Chu, the sword's power was of little significance. What mattered was its profound meaning.
Ji Qingyu instantly understood. She neither declined nor rejected the gift. Seeing the intent in Elder Chu's demeanor, she bowed and said, "Thank you, Father, for this generous gift!"
She carefully stowed away the Rainbow Sword, then turned to look at her son, Chu Mo, who was already gazing at her. Ji Qingyu's heart overflowed with warmth.
Her son truly was the best!
The surprise he had prepared with her husband was immense!
The wedding continued, reaching the moment related to Chu Mo, Shui Yiyi, and Qi Xiaoyu.
The two women, being remarkably intelligent, had already guessed something upon seeing Elder Chu. Yet, noticing that Chu Mo showed no signs of reaction, they couldn't help but feel anxious. What if… their families hadn't come after all?
Heaven and Earth were revered, ancestors were worshipped, and parents were honored!
Finally, it was time to pay respects to the parents.
Shui Yiyi and Qi Xiaoyu still found no clue or hint on Chu Mo's face, leaving their hearts somewhat disappointed. However, more than anything, they still felt happiness!
To have a wedding of this magnitude was a dream come true for any woman. What they already received was far beyond what they could have ever hoped for. They dared not wish for anything more.
After smoothly bowing to Chu Tianji and Ji Qingyu, the two women stood alongside Chu Mo.
It was then that Ji Qi shouted loudly, "Now, we invite Mr. Shui Hong'an and Madam Shui to the stage!" Explaining to those below, he continued, "Today, we have some distinguished guests as well. They are the bride's family, here to witness this grand wedding!"
Shui Yiyi froze on the spot. Although she had guessed this might happen and mentally prepared herself to some extent, when she finally saw the two figures walk out from behind the screen, she couldn't stop the tears from pouring down her face.
"Father, Mother!" Shui Yiyi cried, her tears blurring her vision entirely.
Qi Xiaoyu looked on enviously at Shui Yiyi, her gaze turning to Chu Mo, filled with unwavering love. For Chu Mo to arrange for Shui Yiyi's parents to be here—it wasn't an easy feat!
Chu Mo smiled, leading Shui Yiyi to bow before Shui Hong'an and Madam Shui.
The two, despite holding prominent positions in the Yanhuang Domain, found themselves flustered in such a setting. The prominent identities and cultivation levels of the guests here were far beyond anything they had ever encountered!
In response, Chu Mo treated them with utmost respect.
Holding Shui Hong'an's hand firmly, he earnestly said, "Father-in-law, thank you for entrusting Yiyi to me. Rest assured, I will never let her down! I will cherish and take care of her for all eternity!"
Shui Hong'an's eyes reddened, and Madam Shui openly wept. Both nodded repeatedly.
Following this, Ji Qi proclaimed again, "Now, we invite the Grand Elder of the Elf Clan to the stage!"
Qi Xiaoyu was instantly dumbfounded. Watching the stunning woman emerge from behind the screen, her tears couldn't be held back. She shot an accusatory glare at Chu Mo before diving into the woman's arms.
Since leaving the Spirit Realm and the Elf Clan years ago, Qi Xiaoyu hadn't set foot back there or seen any of her family members.
Seeing Elder Chu earlier, she had dared to harbor a faint hope but refrained from any real expectations. For Chu Mo to bring someone from the Elf Clan here… that wasn't something she had dared to dream of.
The surprises weren't over yet!
As Miao Yi Niang, Hua Xiaoya, Huang Hui, Shen Xingxue, Shen Aobing, Shen Aoshuang, Fan Wudi, and others began emerging from behind various panels, Qi Xiaoyu and Shui Yiyi were completely stunned!
The two women were trembling, barely able to stand!
Each person who appeared was deeply familiar and irreplaceable in their lives, no less than family.
Qi Xiaoyu turned to glance at Chu Mo. "You… did you bring all of Yanhuang's finest here?"
Then Luo Jue arrived!
Figures from the Yanhuang Domain's Heavenly Realm, Immortal Realm, Spirit Realm, and Mortal Realm—Chu Mo's disciples—
All appeared on stage.
The guests from the Luotian Immortal Domain couldn't help but privately whisper to each other: Is this a showcase for Yanhuang Domain?
Teachers from Chu Mo's time in the Void Abyss also came but chose to quietly sit below the stage. Even the Great Skeleton, seeking to avoid unnecessary attention, donned a black robe and conjured a stoic face. Yet, at this moment, he was smiling!
True surprise comes when you're at your happiest and the people dearest to you arrive to share the moment when someone you long to see descends from the sky, appearing before your eyes!
This wedding's most touching aspect wasn't the imperial clan's grandeur that reached the heavens.
It was that the dearest family and loved ones of the wedding's protagonists… were all present!
Xu Fufu stood with a grin on his face. His cultivation realm was shockingly low, but standing here next to Chu Mo, he felt no sense of inferiority!
He was, after all, here to attend his brother's wedding!
The sight even moved the elder emperor, who had stepped down from the platform to sit beside the reigning emperor, his face full of smiles. A peculiar energy seemed to radiate from him subtly.
At that moment, someone outside announced loudly, "The Kun Fish Great Saint has arrived!"
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