Grand Scheme (3)

As Li Shan's voice trailed off, the crowd erupted in a thunderous roar that echoed through the city walls and reached the star-studded night sky. Thousands of lanterns, each symbolizing a year in the Yellow Emperor's reign, were released, ascending like celestial fireflies into the heavens.

The air crackled with a potent mix of reverence and anticipation. The celebration had begun - a night to honor the past, a promise for a brighter future, all under the watchful gaze of the Yellow Emperor, the undying legend who had started it all.

After downing the cup, Li Shan excused himself and retired to the hall where high-ranking figures were gathered— the main venue for the evening's festivities.

Inside the hall, Huang Yiming personally welcomed the esteemed guests, most of whom were True Gods from various realms across the Primal Chaos.