During that period, under the leadership of the emperor of the year, the Holy Light Empire rose powerfully, establishing a strong and stable regime in less than ten years. During the rise of the Holy Light Empire, the ancient family of The Lincoln Family made outstanding contributions.

Later, as the Holy Light Empire waged wars east and west, unifying all human empires on the continent and establishing a supreme human dynasty, Lincoln Sword Sect was equally indispensable. It can be said that the entire Lincoln Sword Sect was a founding hero of the Holy Light Empire, and the reason the Holy Light Empire was able to achieve such greatness is closely related to the strong support it received from Lincoln Sword Sect at its inception.

Even now, after eleven generations of succession on the imperial throne of the Holy Light Empire, the relationship with Lincoln Sword Sect has always remained close. With the support of the imperial family, Lincoln Sword Sect has firmly held the position of the number one sword sect. Even the once-mighty Holy Demon Hall from over a decade ago could not shake its dominance.

Therefore, in terms of significance, the succession ceremony of the Lincoln Sword Sect sect master is in no way inferior to the succession of the Holy Light Empire’s throne. For the many powers across the continent, it is considered a sensational event.

At this moment, before the succession ceremony has officially begun, the main hall and its surroundings in Lincoln Sword Sect are already bustling with excitement. Every person allowed to enter the main hall is a dominant figure whose mere presence could make millions tremble. Even those legendary powerhouses who, before the unification of the Holy Light Empire, could have founded great empires themselves, are a common sight here.

As for innate secret-realm level experts like Hannah Grant, Emily Grant, and William Mason, who are considered astonishing talents by others, they do not even qualify to take a seat in the main hall.

This is Lincoln Sword Sect!

The number one sword sect of the Holy Light Empire!

It is also one of the most powerful sects among all human forces on the continent.

“The guests have almost all arrived.”

On one side of the main hall where the succession ceremony would take place, an elderly-looking man glanced over the many guests quietly waiting inside.

Beside him, apart from a young man, there were three middle-aged men and one woman of similar age, as well as three other young men and women. Each of them wore a faint air of transcendence and authority.

“Senior brother, let’s go.”

Among them, the middle-aged woman spoke.

The elderly man nodded slightly, took the lead, and led the group out from the side hall toward the main hall.

With their appearance, the many distinguished guests who had just been chatting among themselves almost simultaneously turned to look at them. Some quickly cupped their hands in greeting, enthusiastically calling out to them.

“Samuel Lincoln Sect Master, it’s been many years, and you’re as impressive as ever!”

“Haha, this young talent must be your sect’s trusted successor, Sect Master Eric Longman. We’ve all heard of how Young Sect Master Eric Longman led the sect’s experts in a surprise attack on Holy Demon Hall back then. To have earned such renown at such a young age, and now to take over Lincoln Sword Sect, is truly well deserved.”

“Floating Sword Master, True Spirit Master, and the one who, in March at the spatial rift in the Kaman Mountains, slew an epic magical beast with a single sword—Holy Flame Sword, Benjamin York of the Grand Sword Sect!”

“Those three must be the disciples of these three great masters. Judging by their cultivation, each has already reached the grand legendary realm. It won’t be long before they break through to demigod!”

“Young heroes rise! The foundation of Lincoln Sword Sect is truly formidable. Among the older generation, there is the great Supreme John Lincoln overseeing things. In the middle generation, there are demigod powerhouses like Samuel Lincoln, Floating Sword Master, True Spirit Master, and Benjamin York of the Grand Sword Sect. Among the younger generation, there are legendary successors like Eric Longman, Beijing Sentiment, Peter King, and Julia Summers. Just looking at the potential Lincoln Sword Sect is displaying now, it’s certain that its glory will not fade for at least a thousand years.”

“Not fade? You’re underestimating Lincoln Sword Sect. Right now, there’s no one left who can hinder their growth. At this rate, in the next few hundred years, Lincoln Sword Sect will surely enter a period of rapid development. Not only will it not decline, but it’s very likely to truly rise! Given time, I believe they’ll even have the right to speak as equals with the imperial family of the Holy Light Empire!”

“To reach the level of the imperial family? If the sect grows to that extent, what a golden age that would be!”

All kinds of greetings and discussions echoed among the crowd. Samuel Lincoln, Floating Sword Master, Benjamin York, Eric Longman, and the others nodded in response to everyone. For some of the more distinguished legendary and demigod powerhouses, Samuel Lincoln would even chat with them for a moment as a sign of respect.

“Samuel Lincoln Sect Master, you can finally relax now. I wonder when we’ll be able to put down our burdens like you and focus on cultivation.”

A middle-aged man in royal robes smiled with a hint of envy, clearly very familiar with Samuel Lincoln.

“Hehe, Prince Morgan, you hold a high position, which fully shows His Majesty’s trust in you as a prince. Many people would envy that. Besides, if you really stepped down, wouldn’t the entire empire’s intelligence network fall into chaos?”