Boom!
The fierce flames blazed!
The vast sacrificial pit was several tens of yojana wide, filled with countless sacred Bodhi Tree Branches and adorned with Turmeric Powder, Marigold Pollen, and a myriad of other floral powders as they fell from the hands of many sacrificers into the fire.
The blazing fire burned.
The bright red flames colored the sky red and further illuminated many statues behind the pit.
Wind God, Water God, Fire God...
All these statues were of devas, entirely golden, made of gold, gleaming brilliantly. Each one was immensely tall, like giants supporting the heaven and earth, standing upon this great land.
And the chanting of hymns continued ceaselessly.
"Om~"
"Agni's reputation is well-deserved, revered equally by ancients and contemporaries!"
"All gods are led by him, all gods are guided by him!"
"Om~"
"Vayu's unstoppable current, blowing into the hearts of the faithful!"
"With wine spreading far and wide, with wine spreading far and wide!"
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