Yun Lintian furrowed his brow slightly as he couldn't understand the significance of the so-called Celestial Bonding Ritual.
However, as long as it could put Li Qinglan at ease, he could try it.
Yun Lintian didn't hesitate. "When do we begin?"
"In three days' time," Li Qinglan said. "At the Celestial Altar in my realm." She turned to her daughter, her expression softening slightly. "Prepare yourself."
With that, she vanished in a burst of light, leaving the others in the shattered remains of the battlefield.
Hei Xuan let out a low whistle. "Well. That could have gone worse."
Hei Yue rounded on him. "Father! You didn't tell us about any bonding ritual!"
He shrugged. "Ancient tradition. I figured your mother would bring it up eventually."
Yun Lintian was silent, his mind already working through the implications. Three trials. Three chances to fail. And if he did...
"What happens if I fail?" he asked quietly.
