Among these forces, there are three relatively special Sects: the Heavenly Pill Sect, the Divine Weapon Valley, and the Myriad Beast Sect.

The Heavenly Pill Sect is an Alchemy Sect, composed of Alchemists and Spirit Plant Masters.

Although the Heavenly Pill Sect is not the strongest, its connections are the most extensive, and other forces do not dare to offend them easily.

Next, the Divine Weapon Valley focuses on Artifact Refining, and its relationship with other forces is also quite good.

As for the Myriad Beast Sect, it is a beast-taming Sect.

Among the twenty Quasi-Holy Son forces, the Myriad Beast Sect is the strongest.

Not only are they powerful themselves, but they also possess powerful Demonic Beasts.

Take the Old Ancestor of the Myriad Beast Sect as an example; he himself is a Quasi-Saint Realm expert.

In addition to this, he also possesses two eighth-rank Demonic Beasts.

The strength of an eighth-rank Demonic Beast is equivalent to that of a Quasi-Saint Realm expert.

Aside from these Quasi-Holy Son forces, there are also hundreds of Venerable Realm forces coming to watch the ceremony.

At this moment on the high platform, all the Supreme Elders and Elders of the Azure Mist Sect have already arrived.

Of course, these Supreme Elders are only those known to the outside world.

As for those who are hidden, they certainly would not appear at this time.

Feeling that the time was about right, Lu Xingmian stepped forward.

"Today is the succession ceremony of our Azure Mist Sect's new Holy Son, and I welcome all Fellow Daoists here to witness the ceremony."

"Now, please welcome our new Holy Son, Xia Ming, to the stage!"

As soon as Lu Xingmian finished speaking, Xia Ming, surrounded by many disciples, strode toward the high platform.

Xia Ming's appearance attracted the gaze of everyone present.

Some disciples of the Venerable Realm forces saw Lin Haoming and could not help but start whispering.

"So this is Xia Ming. He truly is worthy of being the Holy Son; his presence is so powerful."

"Holy Son Xia Ming is so handsome. It would be wonderful if I could be his Dao Companion."

"Oh, come on! He is the Holy Son, how could he possibly spare a glance for you?"

"Even if Holy Son Xia Ming were to choose, he would choose me. How could he choose you?"

"What did you say? How dare you look down on me! If you have the guts, don't leave after we exit the Azure Mist Sect!"

"I won't leave then! Do you think I'm afraid of you?"

...

Unlike these infatuated people, the Holy Sons and Saintesses of those Quasi-Holy Son forces

were all carefully sizing up Lin Haoming.

Lin Haoming taking the position of Holy Son meant he was now their competitor.

"This Holy Son Xia is not simple."

This was the thought in the minds of most Holy Sons and Saintesses.

Because they felt immense pressure from Lin Haoming.

Of course, there were also many who looked at Lin Haoming with scrutinizing eyes.

For example, the Holy Son of the Profound Yin Sect, He Yu.

Before coming to the Azure Mist Sect, Mo Wentian had instructed him to teach Lin Haoming a harsh lesson.

It would be best if, through this battle, he could beat Lin Haoming to the point of developing a Heart Demon.

Regarding this request, He Yu agreed without a second thought.

In his eyes, Lin Haoming was merely a newly appointed Holy Son and could never be his match.

But looking at him now, He Yu's expression grew somewhat heavy, because he faintly felt a sense of pressure.

"This Xia Ming's strength is actually so formidable that he can make me feel pressure."

However, soon after, He Yu revealed a powerful Battle Intent.

Although he perceived that Lin Haoming was strong, He Yu did not believe Lin Haoming was his match.

His strength was already infinitely close to the Divine Ability Realm.

No matter how strong Lin Haoming was, at most, they would only draw.

Soon, Lin Haoming arrived on the high platform.

At this moment, all the Elders and Supreme Elders of the Azure Mist Sect stood up.

Then, they shouted in unison: "The new Holy Son is in position. We respectfully welcome the Old Ancestor."

In the blink of an eye, an elderly man wearing a grey Daoist robe appeared on the high platform.

Seeing the appearance of the elderly man, the guests below dared not be negligent, and they all stood up, respectfully bowing to him.

"We greet Senior Jinghong."

As Yun Jinghong was a Quasi-Saint Realm expert, they naturally dared not be disrespectful.

Yun Jinghong looked at the people below and nodded slightly, saying,

"Everyone has traveled from afar, so there is no need for formalities. Please, everyone, be seated!"

After Yun Jinghong finished speaking, he instructed Lu Xingmian nearby, "Xingmian, the auspicious hour has arrived. You may begin."

"Yes, Old Ancestor!"

"The auspicious hour has arrived! Toll the bell!"

"Dong! Dong! Dong..."

Exactly nine tolls of the bell reverberated across tens of millions of miles.

As the bell faded, Lu Xingmian, along with all the Elders of the Azure Mist Sect, offered prayers to Heaven and Earth. Only then did he look at Lin Haoming with a serious expression.

"Xia Ming, from this day forth, you shall be the sixty-sixth Holy Son of our Sect."

"You will also be the Eldest Senior Brother of the entire younger generation of the Azure Mist Sect."

"Although the status of the Holy Son is noble, you will also face countless challenges!"

"I wonder if Holy Son Xia Ming can achieve this?"

"Rest assured, Sect Master, Xia Ming will certainly not fail the Sect's trust." Lin Haoming's voice was filled with confidence.

Seeing this, Yun Jinghong nearby nodded in satisfaction.

Next, Yun Jinghong took out a seal.

This seal is the token of the Azure Mist Sect's Holy Son, and also a symbol of status.

"Holy Son Xia Ming, receive the seal!"

With a solemn expression, Lin Haoming extended both hands and respectfully received the seal.

Aside from symbolizing the identity of the Holy Son, this seal was also a rare treasure.

It was equivalent to an Earth Grade Supreme Quality Dharma Treasure!

If this seal were used within the territory of the Azure Mist Sect, it could even mobilize a portion of the Azure Mist Sect's Qi Fortune.

At that time, the seal could unleash the destructive power of a Low-Grade Heaven Rank Dharma Treasure.

After Lin Haoming received the seal, he raised it above his head.

"Today, I, Xia Ming, succeed the position of the Azure Mist Sect's Holy Son."

"From now on, I will fulfill the duties of the Holy Son, and will absolutely not fail the trust the Sect has placed in me."

"In the future, I will lead the Azure Mist Sect to glory."

Although they were only three simple sentences, they left countless disciples of the Azure Mist Sect feeling deeply inspired.

After many years, their Azure Mist Sect finally had a new Holy Son.

Immediately after, all the Azure Mist Sect disciples shouted in unison: "We pay our respects to the Holy Son."

"Rise, everyone!"

"Thank you, Holy Son!"

Seeing that the investiture was complete, all the forces below also began to congratulate Lu Xingmian.

To their congratulations, Lu Xingmian naturally responded with a warm smile.

Just then, the Sect Leader of the Profound Yin Sect, Mo Wentian, spoke up.

"Sect Master Lu, since your noble Sect's Holy Son has already been chosen, and it is rare for all our forces to gather together like this,"

"then next, it is only right to let the younger generation have a friendly exchange."

As soon as Mo Wentian said this, the other forces also chimed in in agreement.

Wasn't the purpose of their coming here today exactly for this?

Lu Xingmian had long anticipated that this would happen, so his expression did not change at all.

"Indeed, it is a rare occasion for so many of our forces to gather together today."

"Since all the Sect Leaders have such interest, I naturally will not be the one to spoil the fun."

"Next, as long as anyone is interested, they can come up to the stage to compete."