Chapter 2084: Sealing God Ceremony (Part 2)

Meng Kongchan’s expression remained unchanged as he calmly spoke, "Xuanji, what do you have to say?"

Meng Xuanji stepped forward, his imposing presence undiminished even when facing Meng Kongchan. His voice was resonant: "For the Divine Kingdom, succession is of paramount importance. The enthronement of a Divine Son is the most crucial of these great matters; it directly concerns the future destiny of the Divine Kingdom and must absolutely not be taken lightly!"

"Among the Six Kingdoms and Seven Gods, each True God's lineage has always established only one Divine Son or Daughter! If multiple Divine Sons are established simultaneously, it is not a matter of having more choices; it will only lead to a severe dispersion of resources and energy. Furthermore, it would very easily cause mutual animosity and open and covert struggles among the Divine Sons, bringing a hundred harms and not a single benefit!"

As soon as Meng Xuanji finished speaking, a voice immediately followed: "Exactly! The Seventh Dream Master's words are my own."

The person who stood up was, astonishingly, another Dream Hall Master: the Sixth Dream Hall Master, Meng Jinghai. He solemnly stated, "Hall Master Xuanji's words are pearls of wisdom. A Divine Son bears the future of the Divine Kingdom and should consolidate the Divine Kingdom's top resources and public support. If another Divine Son is established, the dispersion of resources is a minor issue; the dispersion of public support is a serious ailment that is difficult to cure. Therefore, regarding the re-establishment of a Divine Son, I earnestly implore Your Holiness to reconsider."

"That is very true." Before Meng Kongchan could respond, another deep voice immediately rang out.

It was the First Dream Hall Master, Meng Kongdu. He was also the elder brother of the Dreamless Divine Venerable Meng Kongchan, older than him by twenty thousand years.

He slowly rose. His voice, like metal yet carrying the profundity of a vast ocean, resonated: "Your Holiness, throughout the history of various Divine Kingdoms, there have occasionally been new Divine Sons established. This occurred either because the original Divine Son committed grave errors due to poor conduct, or because a child with a superior divine character emerged."

"Although Jianxi has only been the Dreamweaving Divine Son for a mere century, his aptitude, conduct, temperament, and ability to handle affairs have not only shown no deficiencies but are excellent in every respect. This fills all of us with immense gratification, and we feel deeply that the future of Dreamweaving is well-supported."

"Throughout Dreamweaving, and even among its numerous affiliated domains, there is widespread praise for Divine Son Jianxi."

"However, if a new Divine Son were suddenly established, it would not only chill Jianxi's heart, but we... would also find it difficult to accept."

Meng Kongdu suddenly knelt down in reverence. His heavy voice carried a touch of sorrow, a mix of worry for the nation and deep concern: "For the future of Dreamweaving, Kongdu dares... to implore Your Holiness to think carefully."

On the vast ceremonial plaza, the silence became so profound that a falling needle could be heard.

From the corner of his eye, Meng Kongdu glanced at Yun Che, but he found Yun Che's eyes half-closed, showing no emotional reaction whatsoever.

Under the varying gazes of everyone present, Meng Kongchan slowly nodded. "Hmm, although the three Hall Masters spoke a bit late, their words are reasonable."

The Dreamless Divine Venerable's response surprised Meng Xuanji, Meng Jinghai, and Meng Kongdu. Meng Kongchan's gaze swept over the three, his expression unreadable: "Are the three Hall Masters suggesting that my Dreamweaving Divine Kingdom does not need to enthrone this second Dreamweaving Divine Son, and that doing so would only bring harm and no benefit?"

"Yes!" The three Hall Masters responded in unison.

Meng Kongchan nodded slightly, then swept his gaze across the entire hall, calmly saying, "Among the Nine Great Dream Halls, are there any others who agree with this sentiment?"

His inquiry, directed only at the Nine Great Dream Halls, brought a great sigh of relief to some who had been feeling hesitant and uneasy.

Not long after Meng Kongchan's words fell, the Hall Masters of the Third, Fourth, and Eighth Dream Halls rose simultaneously and said in unison, "We also believe that establishing a new Divine Son is highly improper."

The atmosphere instantly solidified. Six of the Nine Great Dream Hall Masters actually opposed the new enthronement of a Divine Son today. Such a scene, where a collective group publicly pressured the Divine Venerable, had never occurred in Meng Kongchan's more than ten thousand years as Divine Venerable.

The other three Dream Masters did not express their stance. Even if they had agreed as a group, they were unwilling to openly provoke the Dreamless Divine Venerable. However, they had to admit that the words of these six Dream Masters were not wrong, and it was no exaggeration to say they were considering the future of Dreamweaving. This was also the fundamental reason for their immense confidence and "courage."

Meng Jianxi immediately rose, a slight trace of anxiety on his face: "The words of all the Dream Masters are for the future of Dreamweaving, and Jianxi greatly admires and is grateful for them. Jianxi is a thousand times grateful and ten thousand times humbled by the approval of all the Dream Masters. However, Father God's divine might is immense, and his foresight is beyond anyone else's. Although Father God's decision this time seems slightly unexpected, it certainly holds profound meaning."

"Moreover..." Meng Jianxi's gaze turned towards Yun Che, his eyes filled with unadulterated sincerity: "Although Jianxi and Brother Yuan have been separated for a century, we are, after all, of the same lineage, and the significance of our reunion surpasses that of the past. Once Brother Yuan and I are both Divine Sons, we will surely be able to support each other, and perhaps the concerns you all have will not come to pass."

"Jianxi." An aged voice rang out: "Your heart is pure and kind, and you have striven for the title of 'Divine Son' your entire life; we have all witnessed this. However, the one you can, and should, trust the most is yourself, and you should not easily bestow such pure kindness and trust upon others."

When this voice sounded, the entire vast space instantly fell silent.

The speaker was an elder with white hair and a white beard. Unlike the other Dream Hall Masters who wore silver robes, he wore a white robe, with a whisk at his waist. His aged eyes, though not overtly imposing, were soul-stirring, exuding an immortal aura yet inspiring awe.

His seat was even positioned before the Nine Great Dream Halls. He was the Grand Hall Master of the Nine Great Dream Halls of the Dreamweaving Divine Kingdom, the biological father of Empress Meng Xuanjue, the Imperial Father-in-law of the Dreamweaving Divine Kingdom, and the foremost person below the Divine Venerable of the Dreamweaving Divine Kingdom... Meng Zangji.

With six Dream Masters stepping forward, it was already an overwhelming statement. Now, with the Grand Hall Master added... Although the Divine Venerable's authority in the Divine Kingdom surpassed everything, and even if all Dream Masters objected, a single word from the Divine Venerable would be enough to override all. However, facing such a situation, facing almost all core powers of the Divine Kingdom, the Divine Venerable also had to consider carefully.

"This..." Facing his grandfather's words, Meng Jianxi seemed somewhat hesitant to respond easily. He merely adopted a more respectful posture.

"..." Yun Che's lips twitched slightly.

Meng Kongchan still spoke with a calm, indifferent tone: "So, Grand Hall Master, you also find it quite improper to establish a second Dreamweaving Divine Son?"

"Yes." Meng Zangji responded without hesitation. Given his exceptionally high status in the Dreamweaving Divine Kingdom, he naturally had such confidence.

"Hmm." Meng Kongchan nodded, his tone gentle, showing no anger despite being publicly pressured: "The Nine Great Dream Halls gather the most steadfast strength and the most outstanding younger generations of my Dreamweaving Divine Kingdom. Their intentions and aspirations all relate to the foundation and future of Dreamweaving."

"Now, since both the Grand Hall Master and the six Hall Masters feel this way, it indicates that establishing a second Dreamweaving Divine Son is indeed highly inappropriate."

Meng Kongchan's words stunned everyone. Even Meng Zangji, Meng Xuanji, and the others were taken aback.

They had originally thought that given the Dreamless Divine Venerable's deep regard and urgency for this enthronement ceremony, he would surely ignore or even refute their words. They still had a series of subsequent arguments to present, but they never imagined that the Dreamless Divine Venerable would so directly agree with their statements.

"In that case, according to your wishes, I shall revoke Jianxi's title as Divine Son." His gaze swept over the suddenly rigid expressions of the crowd: "Are you satisfied with this?"

"What?" Meng Xuanji exclaimed, caught off guard.

"Fa... Father God?" Meng Jianxi abruptly lifted his head, his face bewildered.

Meng Xuanjue, by Meng Kongchan's side, showed a drastic change in expression: "Divine Venerable, what... what are you saying?"

Meng Zangji quickly said, "Your Holiness, when did we ever have such an intention? We are..."

"Hmm?" Meng Kongchan's gaze swept over, and the terrifying soul pressure in that instant immediately suppressed the words Meng Zangji was about to utter: "I ask you, who is the first Divine Son of my Dreamweaving Divine Kingdom in this generation?"

Meng Zangji replied, "Naturally, it's... Meng Jianyuan."

"Very good." Meng Kongchan continued, "Has Yuan'er's title as Divine Son ever been revoked?"

"..." Meng Zangji suddenly fell silent.

Meng Xuanji, Meng Jinghai, Meng Kongdu, and the others all had rigid expressions. Back then, everyone thought Meng Jianyuan had certainly perished, so why would anyone bother with a revocation ceremony? There wasn't even a verbal revocation.

"Since it was never revoked, Yuan'er has always been the first Divine Son of my Dreamweaving Divine Kingdom. And Jianxi, then, is the second."

Meng Kongchan's voice was unhurried, showing no trace of emotion: "Since all of you have stated that establishing a second Dreamweaving Divine Son is highly inappropriate and brings a hundred harms with no benefits, this Venerable will comply with your wishes and revoke the title of the second Dreamweaving Divine Son."

"Since this Venerable has already complied with your wishes in this manner... Hmm? Are you still dissatisfied?"

"Your Holiness!" Meng Xuanji exclaimed loudly: "Xuanji's words absolutely did not mean this! What Jianxi has done and achieved over the years is known to all, and everyone praises him. How could he be revoked? What we meant was..."

"Impudent!" The Dreamless Divine Venerable, whose expression had been peaceful, suddenly erupted in fury. His two short words exploded like thunder from the heavens in everyone's souls: "You just now repeatedly claimed that this Venerable should not establish a second Divine Son, and in mere moments, you're going back on your word? Meng Xuanji, are you intentionally making a fool of this Venerable in front of everyone!"

How terrifying was the Divine Venerable's wrath? Countless souls present instantly cowered and trembled for a long time.

It had been countless years since Meng Xuanji had been called by his full name by the Dreamless Divine Venerable, let alone with such enraged words. His face turned pale, and his knees almost involuntarily buckled. Even the words he managed to utter carried a clear tremor: "Your... Your Holiness, Xuanji... would never dare to, nor did I mean that. Xuanji is... is..."

"Then what do you mean?" Meng Kongchan's voice grew even sharper.

Meng Xuanji's lips quivered, unable to speak for a moment.

"Divine Venerable." Meng Xuanjue quickly stepped forward and took Meng Kongchan's arm: "You should understand what my brother means, why bother..."

"Silence." A wave of profound energy vibrated, pushing Meng Xuanjue's hand away. Meng Kongchan looked straight ahead and spoke in a low voice: "You have no place to speak here."

Meng Xuanjue could only step back, not daring to speak again.

Meng Jinghai took a few steps forward and spoke with utmost earnestness: "Your Holiness's soul might is unparalleled, and your foresight is profound. Surely you understand what we have said and what we are worried about today..."

Meng Kongchan directly interrupted him: "Since this Venerable possesses such unparalleled soul might and profound foresight, why have you all repeatedly gossiped today? Do you think you are wiser than I, the Dreamweaving Divine Venerable!?"

At that one sentence, Meng Jinghai's upper body trembled: "How would Jinghai dare..."

"Then shut up!"

"Your Holiness!" Meng Zangji's words followed closely. His gaze was firm, and his voice composed: "What we seek is not the revocation of Divine Son Jianxi, but the cancellation of today's enthronement ceremony!"

He finally dared not beat around the bush or probe further, speaking directly. As if fearing the Dreamless Divine Venerable's refutation, he immediately continued: "Although Meng Jianyuan's status as Divine Son was never revoked, throughout the Dreamweaving Divine Kingdom, and even the entire Abyss, it is believed that Meng Jianyuan perished in disaster a century ago. Now, when the Dreamweaving Divine Son is mentioned, the world universally recognizes it as Jianxi."

"Jianxi possesses extraordinary talent, and his temperament is both pure and kind yet sharp. In just a century, he has become an exceptionally qualified Divine Son, and he is the aspiration of the Dreamweaving people. As for Meng Jianyuan..."

He slightly averted his gaze and continued: "Meng Jianyuan's safe return fills this old man and all the Dream Masters with as much joy as Your Holiness, and we are grateful for this divine miracle. However, he has been wandering for a century and has long since vanished from the collective consciousness of the Dreamweaving people. Furthermore, he has lost even the very brief memories of being a Dreamweaving Divine Son. He naturally has no sense of belonging to the Dreamweaving Divine Kingdom, nor will he have the accompanying sense of responsibility and honor."

"Furthermore, it is rumored that Meng Jianyuan spent the last century without sect or affiliation, wandering everywhere. What he did during these years, how his temperament might have been twisted... all of it is unknown. His sudden return and immediate designation as another Dreamweaving Divine Son will inevitably lead to countless doubts both within and outside the Divine Kingdom, even causing widespread anxiety."

"Moreover, setting everything else aside, Meng Jianyuan's aptitude..."

"Ugh... hah..." Meng Zangji was speaking each word clearly and passionately... when a yawning sound suddenly rang out.

In such a solemn and silent setting, this yawn was incredibly sudden and conspicuous. It instantly drew everyone's attention, and even Meng Zangji's gaze abruptly turned, stopping the words he was about to say.

Yun Che slowly lowered the five fingers covering his mouth, looking with a surprised expression at the people staring at him with wide eyes. He then quickly apologized: "Oh, just a bit drowsy, how impolite, how impolite. Grand Hall Master, please continue."

Everyone present was dumbfounded. The Divine Venerable was furious, the Hall Masters were united in their remonstrance, and the tension was so thick that people hardly dared to breathe. Yet the very person who was clearly being targeted and was at the center of the storm was actually... dozing off!?

"..." The corner of Meng Kongchan's eye twitched slightly. This brat...

"You..." The muscles in Meng Zangji's face twitched slightly. As the foremost person below the Divine Venerable in the Dreamweaving Divine Kingdom, when had he ever been treated with such casualness by a junior? It was almost more unbearable than outright contempt. He looked at Yun Che, raised a finger, and for a moment did not know how to continue his words.

"Oh?" Seemingly noticing Meng Zangji's gaze, Yun Che slowly took a step forward, his face full of concern, and said, "It seems the Grand Hall Master is overly emotional today, and his words are too vehement, causing damage to his throat, making it difficult to speak for a moment. Why don't you let this junior finish what you were saying?"

"Cough, cough!" After speaking, without waiting for Meng Zangji to respond, he cleared his throat, walked forward, and imitating Meng Zangji's tone, said, "Speaking of aptitude... Meng Jianyuan has not been in the Divine Kingdom for this past century. He had no support from Divine Kingdom resources, did not cultivate the profound arts of the Dreamweaving lineage, and did not receive the foundational strengthening provided by the Dreamweaving elders at various stages."

"Although he possesses excellent talent and has cultivated to the Divine Master realm on his own, his cultivation in the Divine Master realm is vastly inferior to Meng Jianxi's; how can he possibly be a Divine Son like him!"

"Furthermore, if my Dreamweaving Divine Kingdom were to make a mere Level Three Divine Master its Divine Son, wouldn't that invite ridicule from other Divine Kingdoms, and even those throughout Dreamweaving would feel ashamed?"

Yun Che's every word was self-deprecating, yet each word was clearer and louder than Meng Zangji's. It left everyone utterly stunned.

Yun Che continued to pace and speak loudly: "Furthermore, even if both are in the Divine Master realm, one's self-cultivation cannot be compared to a Divine Master of the same realm within the Divine Kingdom. Let alone Meng Jianxi, any of the Divine Venerable's children with comparable cultivation would surely be able to easily defeat Meng Jianyuan... No, no, not just within the Divine Kingdom, but even Divine Masters of the same realm from affiliated domains could easily defeat him."

"Thus, if Your Holiness, out of temporary joy, guilt, or a desire for compensation, were to forcefully establish Meng Jianyuan as a Divine Son, countless people both within and outside the Divine Kingdom would raise doubts and feel resentment. And countless more would secretly sneer, 'The Dreamweaving Divine Son is nothing special'... The prestige and dignity of my Dreamweaving Divine Kingdom would surely suffer severe damage!"

The last syllable, "ah," was drawn out, implicitly carrying a sense of sorrow. It suddenly ceased as Yun Che turned his head. He looked at Meng Zangji with a gentle expression and politely said, "Grand Hall Master, this junior has finished saying everything you wanted to say. Do you have anything else you'd like to add?"

"..." Meng Zangji's eyes were wide, wearing an expression as if he had seen a ghost. He had lived for tens of thousands of years; what kind of scene hadn't he witnessed...? But a scene like this, he had truly never experienced.

Facing Yun Che's direct gaze and smile—a mere Level Three Divine Master—he, an unparalleled expert at Divine Extinction Realm Level Nine, was utterly speechless for a long time, unable to utter a single word. It was as if something had suddenly choked his throat. Because what Yun Che had said was precisely the speech he had meticulously prepared in his mind for several days. Even the tone, manner, and choice of words were perfectly mimicked.

Hua Qingying's lips subtly curved into an extremely faint smile for an instant... But it was too slight and fleeting for anyone to notice.

Seeing that Meng Zangji had not spoken for a long time, Yun Che immediately nodded in understanding and continued to display his gentle, harmless smile: "Since the Grand Hall Master has nothing more to add, let's quickly move on to the next step."

"Those profound practitioners of the same realm whom you've arranged to humiliate... oh no, no, no, to spar with me, should come forward now."