As silence stretched across the void, every god on the Conferred God Platform held their breath, their focus sharpened to its limit.

They all shared the same fragile hope—that the Bright Heavenly Path might awaken, might break free from Waitara Path’s control.

But looking at the reality before them… was that even possible?

After what felt like an eternity, the Bright Heavenly Path slowly raised her hand. In an instant, countless strands of Path Energy surged together, condensing into a massive black-and-gold sword that gleamed with lethal intent.

The shift was immediate—stillness turned to violence, and violence to killing intent.

“I can take your life,” she said coldly, “but I must become the true Yin Governor.”

At her words, James closed his eyes, a quiet resignation settling over him.