Emperor Realm.
The dawn pierced through the thin mist, casting a pale golden hue over this realm.
Fang Yang stood in the courtyard. A faint aura of laws flowed around him, resonating with this world.
Having reached the Dou Sheng realm, there was no longer any existence on the Douluo Continent that could threaten him.
"Mom, I'm going out to handle some things," he said gently towards the house.
His mother, Lin Ximeng, came out at the sound of his voice. "Go on. Come back soon once you're finished."
"I'll go with you."
A cool, melodious voice rang out.
Fang Yang turned to see Gu Yuena walking out slowly.
She wore a light white long dress, the silver patterns on its hem flowing with a faint halo in the morning light, making her skin seem whiter than snow and her demeanor extraordinary. Her waist-length silver hair, like a waterfall, swayed gently with her steps.
Fang Yang's gaze softened a few degrees, and he gave a slight nod: "Alright."
Just then, Na'er and Xu Xiaoyan also walked over at the sound of their voices.
"Big brother is going out again?" Na'er asked softly, her eyes holding a hint of reluctance.
Although Xu Xiaoyan didn't speak, her gaze was fixed firmly on Fang Yang.
"Mmm, I'll be back soon."
Fang Yang's tone was gentle. "You two stay home and keep Mom company."
"Alright."
Na'er let out a soft sigh and could only slowly nod.
Fang Yang's gaze then turned to Xu Xiaoyan: "Xiaoyan, cultivate well."
"Mmm, I will." Xu Xiaoyan replied seriously, a flash of determination in her eyes.
With Fang Yang's help, everyone had achieved godhood. Only Xu Xiaoyan had chosen a different path, switching to cultivate the Dou Qi system.
Though this path was difficult, she had never regretted it.
Fang Yang gave a slight nod and exchanged a smile with Gu Yuena.
The next moment, their figures gradually faded from the Emperor Realm.
...
Above Aolai City.
The sea breeze brushed against their faces, bringing the familiar salty smell of the ocean and the damp moisture of the air. The distant sound of waves crashing against the shore could be faintly heard.
The figures of Fang Yang and Gu Yuena slowly materialized, standing tall in the air, looking down at the vibrant coastal city below.
Smoke from kitchen chimneys curled upwards from within the city, and the number of pedestrians on the streets was growing, a scene of peace and tranquility.
"Where are we going?"
Gu Yuena's silver hair fluttered in the sea breeze as she asked softly.
"Ming Du."
Fang Yang answered concisely, then took her cool hand. "Xu Jinghuang sent a message, saying he has something important to discuss."
Hearing this, Gu Yuena nodded in understanding.
Their figures transformed into a streak of black light, streaking across the sky. They headed towards the heart of the Douluo Continent—Ming Du.
The landscape below sped by, mountains and rivers stretching into a verdant scroll beneath their feet.
...
Ming Du, top floor of the Federal Parliament Building, the Council Chairman's office.
Through the massive floor-to-ceiling window was the bustling metropolis with its heavy traffic.
Xu Jinghuang stood with his hands behind his back before the window, sensing the faint spatial fluctuation behind him.
Only then did he turn around, a helpless smile on his face.
"Fang Yang, Gu Yuena, you're finally here."
This Council Chairman, who had once again taken charge of the Sun Moon Federation's great power, though high-ranking and influential, always felt like he was being outmaneuvered in the presence of these two.
After the unification of the Douluo Continent, Fang Yang had thrown almost all the complicated government affairs to him, content to be carefree himself.
"What was so urgent?"
Fang Yang asked calmly, taking a seat on a comfortable sofa with Gu Yuena.
A secretary had already respectfully served them fragrant tea.
"What else could it be?"
Xu Jinghuang walked over and sat on the sofa opposite them, rubbing his brow. "You get to be carefree, playing the absentee boss and leaving this whole mess for me."
Fang Yang picked up his teacup, took a light sip, the corners of his mouth turning up slightly: "The capable shoulder more responsibilities."
Xu Jinghuang shook his head helplessly, his expression then turning serious.
"Alright, down to business."
"I asked you here today because I hope to promote the fusion of the Star Luo and Dou Ling Continents with the Douluo Continent."
A flicker of understanding appeared in Fang Yang's eyes. This proposal did not surprise him.
After the continent's unification, exchanges between the three parties had become increasingly frequent, but the vast ocean remained a huge obstacle.
If the three could be merged into one, the benefits for resource allocation, economic development, and the exchange and integration of soul masters and soul guide technology would be immeasurable.
Gu Yuena also looked at Fang Yang, asking softly, "Do you think it's feasible?"
Fang Yang put down his teacup. Without much hesitation, he nodded directly: "It is."
Hearing this, a look of relief instantly spread across Xu Jinghuang's face: "Great! With your word, I can rest assured!"
"The specific plans, the subsequent division of power, and the draft for administrative adjustments have already been prepared by my people..."
"In that case, you will be in charge of all subsequent matters."
Fang Yang slowly rose to his feet, cutting Xu Jinghuang off crisply, "If there's nothing else, we'll be taking our leave."
As soon as the words left his mouth, without waiting for Xu Jinghuang to say more, he took Gu Yuena's hand.
Their figures once again transformed into a streak of black light, disappearing directly over the horizon.
Xu Jinghuang watched them leave, shaking his head with a wry smile: "This kid, he pushed all the troublesome work back to me again..."
He knew that the series of adjustments and arrangements following the continent's merger would once again be a heavy burden for him, this "workhorse."
High in the sky, above the sea of clouds.
Fang Yang and Gu Yuena stood suspended at the peak of the rolling clouds, looking down at the vast land below.
From this height, the outlines of the three continents could be clearly seen.
Like giant pieces of jade, scattered in the boundless, azure ocean.
"Let's begin." Fang Yang said softly.
He slowly raised his right hand and gave a gentle wave towards the void.
An invisible yet majestic power, so immense it was indescribable, spread out silently with him at its center, instantly enveloping the entire Star Luo and Dou Ling Continents.
On the distant horizon, the Star Luo and Dou Ling Continents began to tremble slightly. Then, at a stable but slow speed, they began to move towards the Douluo Continent.
The vast ocean was parted by an invisible force. The collision of crustal plates was precisely controlled and smoothed out, avoiding any damage to the continents' own ecology and structure.
The entire process was exceptionally smooth. In fact, the vast majority of living beings on the three continents
were completely unaware that the ground beneath their feet was undergoing a world-shattering transformation.
Gu Yuena stood quietly by his side, watching this scene.
The edges of the three continents began to emit a soft glow, attracting each other as they slowly drew closer.
When the final, low, deep rumble, originating from the depths of the earth's veins, echoed out, the three continents perfectly joined and fused into one, forming a vast territory the likes of which had never been seen before.
New mountain ranges rumbled up at the junctions, river systems naturally connected and flowed through. The very aura of the Douluo Continent became even more profound and weighty in this moment, and the spiritual energy seemed to have grown a bit richer.
Fang Yang slowly retracted his hand, as if he had just done something trivial.
His gaze swept across this new, even more vast and magnificent Douluo Continent, a hint of satisfaction in his eyes.
"With this matter settled, let's go." Fang Yang gently took Gu Yuena's cool hand.
Gu Yuena felt the warmth from Fang Yang's palm.
A charming smile, one that could outshine the heavens and earth, bloomed on her exquisitely beautiful face as she gently rested her head on his shoulder.
"Alright."
Their figures gradually faded away, merging into the world around them.
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