Inside the Heaven Dou Empire's imperial palace, Emperor Xue Ye was discussing state affairs with several ministers. When a palace attendant reported that Tang Yuehua had entered the ranking, he immediately halted the discussion, raised his head to look toward the heavens, and his eyes filled with approval.
"Master Tang is indeed a rare talent. Though she possesses no soul power, she single-handedly upheld Moon Pavilion, educating the nobility in etiquette and greatly improving the aristocratic atmosphere of the Heaven Dou Empire. Such merit deserves recognition."
"It is only natural that the Goddess Ranking would acknowledge her."
A minister bowed and said, "Your Majesty speaks truly. Master Tang is not only exceptionally talented but also broad-minded and discerning. In the past, disputes among nobles were frequent. After her mediation, many conflicts were resolved, which has significantly contributed to the stability of the Heaven Dou Empire."
"Now that she has entered the ranking, it is also a fortunate matter for our empire, allowing more people to see that the Heaven Dou Empire is rich in talent."
Emperor Xue Ye nodded gently. "Issue my decree. Tomorrow, send people to Moon Pavilion with congratulatory gifts, to show my recognition and reward for Master Tang."
The palace attendant acknowledged respectfully and withdrew. The atmosphere within the palace also became more relaxed because of Tang Yuehua's ranking, and the ministers all praised her talent, their approval evident.
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Within the Papal Hall of Spirit Hall City, Bibi Dong gazed at Tang Yuehua's name on the sky screen. A trace of disdain flashed through her crimson eyes, and a cold, alluring curve appeared at the corner of her lips.
"She is nothing more than a person with a useless martial soul who cannot cultivate. Relying only on a bit of talent and appearance to enter the ranking, such a list has little real value."
Despite her words, a faint and barely perceptible wariness passed through her eyes.
For Tang Yuehua to enter the Goddess Ranking without being a soul master was enough to show that the power behind the ranking did not judge "talent" solely by soul power. This made Bibi Dong more cautious about the direction of the subsequent rankings.
Chrysanthemum Douluo slumped on the ground, having just recovered from the discomfort caused by the Dragon God's pressure. Glancing at the ranking, he spoke with a hint of mockery.
"A woman without even a single soul ring can make the list. This Goddess Ranking is far too casual."
"Then again, Tang Yuehua does have some beauty and a gentle temperament. It is normal for her to be favored by the nobility."
Ghost Douluo's surrounding shadows gradually condensed, his soul body no longer as illusory. Looking at the sky screen, he said indifferently, "No matter how talented she is, she is ultimately a woman without combat power. She poses no threat to Spirit Hall City. Whether she is ranked or not is irrelevant."
"At present, we only need to focus on Her Majesty the Pope's inheritance of the Rakshasa God. Other matters do not require attention."
Bibi Dong gave a slight nod and no longer paid attention to the ranking on the sky screen, instead returning her gaze to the papal scepter, her eyes filled with longing to ascend to godhood.
Yet Tang Yuehua's appearance on the ranking ultimately left a trace in her heart, making her more wary of the mysterious power behind the list.
Inside the Hall of Offerings, Qian Daoliu looked at the sky screen. There was no expression on his aged face, though a faint movement flickered in his eyes.
"The Clear Sky Sect has hidden itself well. Not only does it have a peak Title Douluo like Tang Hao, it also has a woman like Tang Yuehua with outstanding talent."
"However, Tang Yuehua cannot cultivate. Even if she is ranked, she cannot change the situation of the continent. There is no need to pay her much mind."
The six great elders nodded in agreement. Their thoughts were focused on the progress of the Angel God inheritance and the threat brought by the Dragon God's appearance.
As for Tang Yuehua entering the ranking, they did not take it to heart, viewing it merely as another insignificant honor for the Clear Sky Sect.
On the rooftop of Heavenly Path Academy, Crimson Sun's dragon eyes shifted slightly as he looked at Tang Yuehua's information on the sky screen, his tone carrying a hint of surprise.
"So there truly is a woman who cannot cultivate yet can still enter the ranking. This Noble Ring martial soul has no soul power, yet it possesses a talent domain. That is indeed rare."
"For Tang Yuehua to establish Moon Pavilion on her own and educate the nobility, her methods are certainly not simple. With her gentle temperament and outstanding appearance and figure, she truly deserves a place on the Goddess Ranking."
Profound Frost's ice-blue eyes moved slightly as she nodded in agreement. "Talent is not limited to soul power alone. Her domain ability and her way of dealing with people are also rare talents. Her place on the ranking is well deserved."
In the plaza below, Zhu Zhuqing looked up at the sky screen, a flash of surprise appearing in her eyes. She had never imagined that a woman who could not cultivate could enter the Goddess Ranking, and this gave her a new understanding of what "talent" meant.
"So it is not only powerful soul power that counts as talent. Such ability and refinement are also rare."
Shui Bing'er's cheeks flushed slightly as she gazed at the sky screen, her voice filled with admiration. "Master Tang upheld Moon Pavilion through her own efforts and gained recognition from the entire continent. Such perseverance and ability are worth learning from."
Nearby, Shui Yue'er and the others voiced their agreement. Those who had once focused solely on soul power cultivation now suddenly understood that talent could take many forms. As long as one focused on their own strengths, they could carve out a path of their own.
Li Tianyi stood on the rooftop, his twin pupils shifting slightly as he looked at Tang Yuehua on the sky screen. A faint smile curved his lips. He held considerable respect for this woman of the Clear Sky Sect. To achieve such accomplishments without soul power was indeed remarkable.
In the core region of the Star Dou Great Forest, Bi Ji looked at the information on the sky screen. Gentle life energy flowed around her as she spoke with approval.
"This Tang Yuehua is quite an interesting woman. Without soul power yet possessing a talent domain, and able to manage Moon Pavilion so successfully, with a gentle temperament and outstanding appearance, her ranking is well deserved."
Di Tian's golden eyes shifted slightly as he said calmly, "She has some talent, but no combat strength. She is ultimately an ordinary woman and poses no influence on the continent's situation."
"At present, we only need to focus on stabilizing our lord's God King power and the defenses of Star Dou. Other matters require no attention."
The ferocious beasts nodded. In their hearts, only Gu Yuena was the supreme woman of the continent. Tang Yuehua's ranking was a trivial matter, not worth mentioning in the same breath as Gu Yuena.
Gu Yuena's pale purple eyes moved slightly, dragon patterns on her fingertips flickering faintly. She did not place Tang Yuehua in her thoughts. To her, a woman without combat strength posed no threat even if she was ranked.
Her mind was fully focused on stabilizing her newly advanced God King power and the changes brought by fusing with the Golden Dragon King's physical body.
In the Extreme North Ice Plains, the Ice Empress's emerald eyes shifted slightly as she looked at the sky screen, her tone carrying some surprise.
"To be unable to cultivate yet still enter the ranking, this woman is somewhat special. The Noble Ring domain can cleanse the mind. It does have some complementary qualities with Xue'er's Ultimate Snow domain, though the difference in combat strength is vast."
Snow Empress's snow mist gently circulated around her, her ice-blue eyes moving slightly as she spoke in a cold tone. "Both her talent and appearance are top-tier. To gain recognition from the ranking is her own ability."
"However, in the Extreme North, we have always respected strength above all else. A woman without combat power, even if ranked, is difficult for us to truly acknowledge."
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