Chapter 2734

"Emperor Hua, you are thinking too fast," Emperor Jiang chuckled, showing no concern. "The formation of a universe is not easy. The legend of 'Nine Nines Returning to One' is still far off. We don't even know when the ninth universe will appear."

Although rumors said that once the nine universes formed, a cosmic war would lead to a unified universe, only the seventh had emerged so far. Worrying now was like worrying about the sky falling. Creating a universe was not as simple as making a pancake.

"I will go welcome the guests now," Emperor Jiang said.

"Alright," Emperor Hua replied. "When the gods from the Supreme Universe arrive, arrange for them to build a teleportation station first. It will save trouble later."

"Remember to house them in the Supreme Garden built for them recently."

"Understood." Emperor Jiang waved and left.

Emperor Hei sent the message and did not contact Emperor Hua again. He traveled leisurely for another half year. Soon, a flying vessel approached. Emperor Hei checked and saw it was the welcoming envoy from Emperor Hua of the Initial Universe.

In the Divine Realm, strength ruled. But here, Emperor Hei represented the Supreme Universe. As the host, Emperor Jiang would not fight them.

"Emperor Hei, glad to see you. Emperor Hua prepared the Supreme Garden for the gods of the Supreme Universe. I will take you there," Emperor Jiang said with a smile.

"Thank you for your trouble," Emperor Hei replied politely, letting Emperor Jiang lead the way.

The atmosphere was much more formal than their previous leisurely flight. After traveling for eight months, they finally arrived.

Though they did not tire in the vessel, seeing a place with life felt different.

Zhu Yanyi and Yan Aohan stepped out together. Zhu Yanyi smiled. "It feels similar to flying, but I prefer standing on solid ground."

Yan Aohan nodded and tapped Zhu Yanyi’s head. "Once Emperor Hei builds the teleportation station, we won’t need long flights anymore."

Emperor Jiang asked curiously, "How long did you fly?"

"Not long. Three years and six months," the Empress replied.

Emperor Jiang nodded. For beings with endless lives, this was short. They usually spent decades in seclusion. "Did you not meditate on the way?"

"No," Zhu Yanyi shook her head. "Meditation is boring. The joy of travel is seeing the world. Closing the door ruins the fun."

Emperor Jiang understood. They chose this themselves. He coughed lightly. "This is your Supreme Garden. Whenever you visit the Initial Plane for events, gods from the Supreme Universe stay here."

She introduced the area. "There are gardens for five other universes nearby. They are fixed."

Emperor Hei said, "Then we must build estates for other universes when we return."

"Correct," Emperor Jiang nodded. "It is customary. Each universe builds an estate for others. It is a way to show hospitality."

"Noted," Emperor Hei said. They would be busy upon return.

"Also, the Divine Realm has much to offer. Turn left from the Supreme Garden to enter a street. Feel free to explore. Emperor Hua wants to host a welcome banquet for you tonight. Please prepare. I will pick you up then."

"Thank you," Emperor Hei said again.

Emperor Jiang smiled. "We are all gods. No need for excessive politeness."

"Have other universes arrived?" Emperor Hei asked.

"Not yet. You are early," Emperor Jiang said. "Oh, if you build a teleportation point, place it in the Supreme Garden. Next time, you can enter directly."

"Agreed."

Having said all, Emperor Jiang left.

Emperor Hei gathered everyone at a safe spot and built a teleportation point. The other end connected to an estate near Emperor Hei’s Ink Palace. They added protection just in case.

With the point built and evening approaching, everyone changed clothes.

When Emperor Jiang arrived, she was surprised they changed. Gods never got dirty. Since becoming gods, dust never touched them. But Zhu Yanyi and others kept the habit, changing daily like bathing.

Emperor Jiang did not question it. He smiled. "Are you ready? I am here to take you to the welcome banquet."

"Ready," Emperor Hei answered.

"Please follow me," Emperor Jiang gestured and led the way.

The eight gods followed in four pairs.

Emperor Jiang noticed each pair consisted of a man and a woman walking side by side. He was surprised. "Are you all divine couples?"

"Yes," Emperor Hei laughed. "I forgot to introduce them. This is my wife, the Empress. Behind are the Immortal Emperor and Empress, the Fire Emperor and Empress, and the Yan Emperor and Empress. We all travel as couples."

Emperor Hei looked proud of his arrangement.

Emperor Jiang was amazed he guessed right. The Initial Universe had divine couples, but not this many. Four pairs at once was rare. Even Emperor Hua had no divine partner.