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"We merely need to follow the principal deity's oracle,"
"Perhaps today's ritual is in preparation to pacify the chaos in Hell. After all, many cities around Pingan Capital have completely resolved the disturbances from Hell's specters, and it's about time for Pingan Capital."
Amid the numerous discussions, streaks of red light descended quietly from the firmament, alighting upon the statues of various deities within the major shrines of Pingan Capital.
The statue of Izanami slowly opened its closed eyes, and the entire statue seemed to come to life.
Seeing such a sight, all the shrine priests were greatly shocked, and they promptly knelt on the steps, shouting in unison:
"We welcome the descent of our principal deity Izanami!"
Izanami's gaze swept over the dozen or so shrine priests, and a eerie voice arose in the expansive night sky.
"I shall conduct a grand ritual that requires the most devout followers to offer everything. Are you my followers?"