The last to appear was a blazing golden radiance. Countless specks of gold gathered in the darkness, outlining a stern and majestic visage, eyes blazing with searing divine light, commanding absolute authority over the scene!

The Vice President, the supreme leader of the Judgement Court—Rhein!

Within the Soul Skywell, nearly all investigators were oppressed by their terrifying aura, trembling slightly.

"Such a show-off."

The parrot lowered its voice to grumble.

Gu Jianlin finally understood what it meant to have a truly dominant presence.

"No worries, once we reach the Seventh-Order Holy Realm, we can pull this off too."

Tang Ling scoffed disdainfully, her long, shapely legs crossed as she lazily kicked off her shoes.

These were the most central power brokers of the Ether Association.

Aside from the nine great saints of the Judgement Court, there were also the leaders of various prominent families and sects operating behind the scenes, as well as the Catastrophes themselves.

Nearly everyone of importance was present.

Within the silent Soul Skywell, an authoritative and detached voice rang out.

"This is a war between humanity and the Ancient God Clan, tracing back to the Ancient Times, extending into the future, spanning the river of history, composing an epic tale. We are the Guardians of the Human World, bearing the honorable mission of traversing between the two realms, sounding the clarion call of the Holy War, wagering our dignity and even our lives to defend the territory of the Human World and resist the invasion of the Ancient God Clan."

"Please remember, defending the order and stability of the Human World is your innate mission. Now, after two hundred and thirteen years of peace, the Human World is once again facing an unprecedented crisis."

"The Absolute Forbidden Level region of the Ancient God Realm, Buzhou Mountain, has reawakened."

"We have evidence proving that one of the five Ancient Supremes from the Ancient Times, the most powerful among them—Candle Dragon Venerable—has already returned to Buzhou Mountain. He has awakened the Candle Dragon Wedge, merged with it, and executed the Primordial Return."

"At the same time, we have observed an abnormal trace of Ancient God's Breath within the Qilin Immortal Palace. Through the prophecy from the Lishan Observation Tower, we can essentially confirm that Qilin Venerable was not annihilated but is instead in a highly active state. Therefore, the danger level of the Ancient God Realm's Qilin Immortal Palace will be elevated to Absolute Forbidden Level!"

Rhein coldly overlooked the Soul Skywell, his voice devoid of any emotion: "This marks the first time in two thousand five hundred years that humanity confronts two Ancient Supremes simultaneously. The dark era is about to dawn."

In the deadly silence, people seemed too shocked to speak, utterly dizzied by the news.

It was as if muffled thunder reverberated in their ears.

"The Holy War is about to ignite. The Ether Association will enter the highest state of military preparedness. As members of the Omega Sequence, you will become the backbone of this war. By decision of the highest council vote, you will be granted access to the Cloud Bright Secret Treasure. The treasures that have stewed in history for ten thousand years will reveal their enigmatic veil before you."

"The Ether Association will initiate the classified Solar System Plan. In preparation for the impending dark era, we will establish a worldwide countermeasure strategy to resist the revival of the Ancient God Clan and prevent their reentry into reality."

"I hope you will carry courage and hope, foster the determination to win against all odds, and bring forth your strongest state as you plunge into this Holy War. You will have the most advanced technology for support, the mightiest arms for weaponry, and the most extensive resources amassed over two thousand five hundred years to ascend in rank."

"This is a classified meeting. Please adhere strictly to the tenets and bylaws of the Ether Association. Swear on your faith and soul that you will not divulge anything you have seen or heard to the Ancient God Clan or the traitors of the Dark World."

"We share secrets and treasures, distribute power and strength."

"May we remain ever victorious, eternally indomitable!"

"—To combat... Candle Dragon Venerable and Qilin Venerable!"

Every word resounded powerfully, landing with the cold weight of iron.

Though the voice was so chillingly detached, it seemed to ignite the blood of everyone present.

The silence lasted only a second.

Thunderous applause exploded!

Yet amidst the deafening ovation, Gu Jianlin felt utterly lost.

"What's wrong?"

Tang Ling gave him a sidelong glance because his current expression was exceedingly peculiar: "The one who spoke is Vice President Rhein, the most powerful genius of the Human World in two centuries. A Ninth-Rank Demigod, though not a Catastrophe."

"Nothing, don't mind me."

Gu Jianlin had no words to articulate what he felt.

Hmm, the Ether Association had convened its highest classified meeting to deal with Qilin Venerable and Candle Dragon Venerable.

Right in front of him, Qilin Venerable.

Ha, could those old monsters pull this off?

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