In the Infinite Brightness Cave Heaven, time itself seemed to have lost all meaning. Only pure Dao Rhyme and light flowed gently through the space.
Seated cross-legged upon the Golden Flame Lotus Platform, the cracks covering the Great Sun Purple Extreme True Monarch's body had all completely healed.
The great sun behind his head had returned to a state of Perfection, but its light, compared to his peak, had lost a measure of its overt tyranny and gained a trace of restrained depth.
He slowly lifted his eyelids. The mark between his brows, symbolizing the Purple Extreme Dao Pivot, suddenly brightened, shooting forth a gentle, clear, crystalline divine radiance, utterly devoid of any domineering aura.
From within the light, a figure solidified from illusion and gracefully stepped out.
