A curious battle unfolded, Zhao Mengmeng and Lin Wan fiddled at the front for ages, but failed to dispatch a single foe. Meanwhile, Feng Yao, a young and talented devil girl, caught the eye of many.

However, the final say rested with the three Valkyries.

In a moment, many eyes turned towards the high seats.

Tension filled everyone's hearts, especially for Zhao Mengmeng and Lin Wan, who had already clenched their jaws in frustration.

Failing to enter the Harmony Divine Palace would surely spur them to vengeance.

This was precisely why Yun Xiao wouldn't have shown any mercy.

"Master…" Zhao Menglan stood among the disciples of the Harmony Divine Palace, practically pleading as she looked down at her little sister.

Her gaze towards Feng Yao, however, was a chilling blend of depth and cold indifference.

The Frost Valkyrie hardly hesitated before declaring, "Though Zhao Mengmeng has not vanquished her opponent, she possesses both strength and talent; I choose her."

Upon hearing this, the Sea Storm Valkyrie chimed in with a delicate voice, "Then I shall take Lin Wan, provided she passes the next phase of the selection."

This outcome was unusual. Normally, the three Valkyries would vie for Feng Yao, leaving no chance for the others. Yet, considering the complexities of human relationships, this seemed fitting enough.

A few arrows to repel enemies were indeed insufficient to sway the Frost and Sea Storm Valkyrie.

So, all eyes then turned to the Moon Lemon Valkyrie of the Snow Lineage. Compared to the others, she appeared unassuming and serene, her presence neither sharp nor smooth, like a snowflake with its own tale.

She pointed gently at Feng Yao and whispered, "You stay, child."

The verdict was clear!

While only Feng Yao had truly dazzled, the three Valkyries had each chosen a different candidate, ensuring everyone had a share.

One disciple for each lineage! This setup foreshadowed future rivalry. Who would thrive the most? That, of course, would depend on the Harmony Crown!

The selection continued with a few more celestial maidens being picked, while those who had passed the first hurdle awaited the next.

Zhao Mengmeng and Lin Wan, faces set in cold determination, positioned themselves one on either side of Feng Yao.

“You sure are crafty, pretending to be naive before us, then setting us up for embarrassment,” Zhao Mengmeng said with a piercing gaze.

“It wasn’t an act; you just looked down on me out of your own arrogance. As for the future, it’s each to their own skill. If you were truly skilled, you wouldn’t have embarrassed yourself,” Feng Yao replied, no longer needing to tolerate them since they were of no further use to her identity.

“You!” Zhao Mengmeng's eyes flashed murderously as she stared at Feng Yao, then laughed bitterly. “A filthy Yin Devil like you has no right to strut around me. You brought this upon yourself, and I won’t be blamed.”

“Step back.” Feng Yao was short on patience herself and had no pleasant face to offer.

This dismissal only stoked the fire in Zhao Mengmeng and Lin Wan.

“It seems this base devil really thinks she’s favored by the Valkyries, about to climb up high and kick us benefactors aside,” Zhao Menglan sneered.

“Benefactors?” Feng Yao was dumbfounded. Just because they shared a ride to the Harmony Divine Palace, they considered themselves benefactors?

“There’s no use talking to someone so ungrateful, Mengmeng. There’s still the trial of the Harmony Crown ahead. Some might be celebrating too early. Devils inherently have lesser Corona talents compared to humans, and Yin Devils are nothing but lowly servants to men in the Samsara Galaxy. An utterly debased race. Do you really think her Corona will be recognized by the Harmony Crown?” Lin Wan said coolly.

“Exactly.” Zhao Mengmeng shrugged and sneered at Feng Yao. “Lucky for you, you were born in the Extreme Yin Celestial Realm, or else your body would be dirtier than a bitch’s, played by a thousand, right?”

With that, they linked arms, satisfied with their tirade, and walked away, having vented all their spite.

Feng Yao clenched her fists, grinding her teeth. “I should have listened to you and dealt with these two on the spot!”

“Live and learn. Don’t give scoundrels the chance to insult you,” Yun Xiao advised from within her heart.

“I know,” Feng Yao sighed, pained. “But why, being women themselves, would they use the plight of Yin Devils to degrade me?”

“That’s because you’ve seen too little. Women can be crueler to each other than men,” Yun Xiao explained.

“Isn’t that a bit biased?”

“I speak only of what I’ve seen.”

“Alright then.” Feng Yao didn’t bother arguing further.

“Just remember this: if no one bothers me, I bother no one. But if someone bothers me, it’s to the bitter end,” Yun Xiao instructed.

“Oh, sure!” Feng Yao sounded impatient, but a small smile played inside her heart.

Yun Xiao urged her towards violence for her own good. Cultivators couldn’t keep their frustrations bottled up; it would only weaken them in the end.

“The most anticipated part of the first phase is up next!”

“Dantai Mo is about to take the stage.”

“It’s said that the Sea Storm Valkyrie is personally overseeing this selection because her daughter is performing.”

"She's already in the Mid stage of the Second Baptism Realm at 16 years old. That's the highest out of anyone today. I wonder how many Yin Stars she'll light up on the Harmony Crown!"

Excitement bubbled within the Harmony Divine Palace, reaching a fever pitch.

Under the watchful eyes of all, a girl with dark green hair made her entrance, stepping onto a battlefield encased in ice.

The girl radiated a chilling aura, like a cold, deep pool. Standing near her sent shivers down one's spine, no matter how warmly one was dressed.

She bore a striking resemblance to the Sea Storm Valkyrie but seemed even more delicate and coldly beautiful. In the hall, she stood out like a crane amongst chickens, her beauty elevated and refined.

For a moment, all eyes remaining in the Harmony Divine Palace were fixed on Dantai Mo!

"The Extreme Yin Divine Physique…" The Frost Valkyrie, her eyes wide with shock, turned to the Sea Storm Valkyrie and asked, "How did you achieve this?"

The Sea Storm Valkyrie smiled, replying nonchalantly, "The old ways—hunting divine beasts and drinking from the Divine Springs during pregnancy."

"How many-hearted beasts?" the Frost Valkyrie pressed, her lips tight.

"I was lucky. I caught a seven-hearted one, the Darkmoon Serpent. When that child turned 16 years old, she happened to awaken the Extreme Yin Divine Physique," the Sea Storm Valkyrie spoke lightly, the corners of her mouth curling with pride.

Indeed, she was here to boast!

Seizing the occasion of the Palace Selection to announce her daughter's Extreme Yin Divine Physique talent sent ripples through the assembly.

Should her daughter, Dantai Mo, reach grand heights, her own status would naturally rise with the tide.

In the Extreme Yin Celestial Realm, the bond between mother and daughter was paramount, more significant than any sisterhood or mentorship.

Clearly, envy and jealousy was poorly concealed flickered in the Frost Valkyrie's eyes.

The Sea Storm Valkyrie relished that look!

The revelation of the Extreme Yin Divine Physique indeed caused a sensation in the Harmony Divine Palace.

As the Sea Storm Valkyrie had anticipated, she and her daughter became the focal point of the day.

"Congratulations to the Sea Storm Valkyrie."

Starting from the Frost Valkyrie, many offered their congratulations, their eyes filled with envy and awe.

"In time, Dantai Mo will become a leading figure of the Extreme Yin Celestial Realm…"

"A top figure across the entire Samsara Galaxy!"

And the girl with the dark green hair lived up to expectations. In the ten-person melee, she faced nine opponents alone!

At 16 years old, in the Mid stage of the Second Baptism Realm, she surpassed Feng Yao by an entire realm, truly dominating the Harmony Divine Palace.

Even with just one hand, Dantai Mo sent nine opponents flying.

"Truly worthy of the Extreme Yin Divine Physique, one of the top Martial Immortal talents of the Extreme Yin Celestial Realm! Her body as vast as the ocean, her palms like tidal waves, magnificent and indestructible," the Frost Valkyrie murmured in admiration.

The Sea Storm Valkyrie could hardly conceal her pleasure at these words.

In the Ice, Snow, and Sea Lineages, each boasted its champions among Martial, Sword, Inscription, and Anima Immortals.

Yet, the signatures of their power varied.

The Ice Lineage valued Sword Immortals, sharp and piercing.

The Snow Lineage held Inscription Immortals in high regard, masters of change and intricate arrays.

Lastly, the Sea Lineage revered Martial Immortals, especially those like Dantai Mo with the Extreme Yin Divine Physique.

The Extreme Yin Divine Physique was as unfathomable as the cold sea. A profound power hidden by a fragile appearance. Each punch and palm from the owner of this physique could split the mountains and seas. They possessed immense resilience that was unshakable as the vast ocean.

Dantai Mo showcased the quintessential martial talent of the Sea Lineage.

Next to such prodigious talent, Zhao Mengmeng seemed like a mere crab before a whale.

So upon Dantai Mo's entrance, Zhao Mengmeng found herself in awe, turning to Lin Wan, "See that? That is the true peerless talent of our Extreme Martial Immortals, a standard for all female Immortals."

"Indeed impressive…"

Facing nine alone, sweeping them all with a single palm, and without exerting full strength, even Lin Wan, an Inscription Immortal, had to acknowledge Dantai Mo's superiority.

Given that it was the Sea Storm Valkyrie who had provided her with a place, Lin Wan was already pledging allegiance to Dantai Mo.

"Once you're in the Sea Lineage, remember to pull some strings for me!" Zhao Mengmeng told Lin Wan.

"Don't worry," Lin Wan nodded.

As Dantai Mo's dazzling appearance concluded, so did the first phase of the Palace Selection.

If the first phase was basic, the upcoming second phase was where the real excitement lay, the moment for true talents to emerge!

The depth of one's Corona determined the path of the Fourth Dao Tribulation!

All other talents paled in comparison at the Fourth Dao Tribulation; only the Corona truly dictated how far each celestial maiden in the Harmony Divine Palace could go.

From tens of thousands of competitors, only about 8,000 now qualified to don the Harmony Crown—a still sizable number.

"Bluey, think about it, drinking from so many mommies, how long would that take?" Red Moon mused drunkenly.

"Stop dreaming! Our bro won’t let you have a drink; he considers all milk in the entire realm off-limits," Blue Star chuckled.

"Damn, so selfish and greedy!" Red Moon cursed.

"Don't be sad, Reddy. At least in one aspect, you're much stronger than our bro," Blue Star whispered conspiratorially.

"In what way?" Red Moon perked up.

"Think about it. When facing the same goal, you drink milk. Our bro shoots it out. Aren't you stronger than him?" Blue Star laughed.

Red Moon paused, then exclaimed in shock, "Can't I just drink what our bro shoots out?"

Blue Star almost choked mid-laughter. He smacked the face on his belly and yelled in exasperation, "Why would you drink that? Be careful you don’t end up pregnant yourself!"

"Well, if I do, can't I just have you give birth through your mouth?"

"We're guys, you fucking dumbass!!"

"Right, we just managed to grow a pair of balls a few months ago!"

"..."

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