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Translator: Fate
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“The times have certainly changed. I didn’t expect that a person who is not even a real Immortal Emperor to dare act presumptuously in my presence.” The smile on Gu Changge’s face faded as he calmly raised his hand and unleashed a devastating attack.
The world around them crumbled as if they had propelled from one corner of the universe to another. A massive black hand emerged, its power limitless as it shattered the very universe itself. Even the stars seemed small and insignificant compared to it.
At this level, every move embodied divine Principles, as well as incredible insight of the Great Dao. Even a seemingly casual palm strike held the potential to obliterate the world, causing the world to tremble as if it was on the verge of collapse.
Beneath this palm, all the Immortal Kings from Other Domain were chilled to their bones. Their countenances contorted in alarm, as they felt their Souls being imprisoned. Their powers were so forcefully suppressed that they found themselves unable to move and were unable to summon any will to resist.
“How arrogant. I am eager to witness your formidable power.” The expression on Emperor Yi’s face suddenly shifted. Despite his composed demeanour, a flicker of rage could be detected in his eyes.
As the supreme ruler of the vast and distant Other Domain, commanding a myriad of universes, even Immortal Kings had to yield to his authority. Yet, Gu Changge’s haughty words had repeatedly wounded his pride, and he could no longer tolerate such insolence.
“Fight then!!!”
Emperor Yi remained silent, his eyes reflecting the horrors of countless scenes. With a determined gaze, he unleashed his power upon the shattered universe. The sheer force of his aura sent shockwaves through the cosmos, threatening to tear it asunder.
Chaos Qi swirled around him as he strode forward as if emerging from the very end of time itself. Countless fragments of time danced around his body. It was no exaggeration to say that the impact of this blow was space shattering.
Even an Immortal King would struggle to see the situation with absolute clarity.
Chaos erupted, and Chaos Lights flooded the vastness of the universe. Countless were overwhelmed by his power, their very bones on the verge of shattering. They felt completely hopeless. In the face of such unfathomable power, it was no exaggeration to say they were but mere specks of dust, easily swept aside with a single breath.
The Immortal Kings who were closer burst apart immediately, scattering blood everywhere. They frantically fled across multiple universes. Emperor Yi was truly a Quasi-Immortal Emperor, so powerful that even the Immortal Kings were left in despair, for they were not even remotely on the same level.
“If Emperor Yi had come out sooner, the Immortal Domain may have already changed hands…”
“The Immortal Domain is capable of competing with Other Domain, that is ruled by a Quasi-Immortal Emperor. Moreover, they may also harbour the other Ancestors of Immortal Families who merely have yet to exit seclusion.”
The Mysterious Ancient Immortal King, the Proud Immortal King, and the Withered Yin Immortal King were all shocked and terrified by the distant battlefield. Despite being several universes away, it still sent shivers down their spines. As Immortal Kings, they had never experienced such despair before. The sheer intensity of the battlefield would have caused them to perish immediately, both body and Soul. They finally understood why those weaker than a Quasi-Immortal Emperor, including Immortal Kings, were nothing more than insignificant ants in the presence of a Quasi-Immortal Emperor.
This boundary was insurmountable for them. To a true Immortal Emperor, someone stronger than a Quasi-Immortal Emperor, they would still be seen as mere ants.
*Clang!* Amidst the explosive Chaos Qi, Gu Changge extended his palm, unleashing a fierce and powerful strike. The air was illuminated by the radiance of infinite Chaos Lights, each one brimming with supreme murderous intent.
The universe fell into an eerie silence as if all life had been extinguished and buried. This attack was of a level belonging to a Quasi-Immortal Emperor. Yet, it was so terrifyingly powerful that it could obliterate thousands of worlds and extinguish Heaven itself.
This was only the beginning though. Chaos Qi surged forth with such intensity that it threatened to consume everything in its path. All kinds of Great Dao Principles surfaced one after another.
Divine Chains intertwined, weaving a tapestry that covered the sky and earth, filling every inch of the vast void. Not only that, the very World Principles began to manifest themselves.
Heavenly Fire, Chaotic Thunder, and Astral Winds—all of which had only been seen during the birth of the universe, were now manifesting in all directions.
Any creature weaker than a Quasi-Immortal Emperor that dared to venture here would be met with instant annihilation, reduced to mere ashes as the very essence of life and death was stripped away from them. This place had become a desolate wasteland, a world where the universe itself had shattered and the very World Principles that governed its existence had been rendered meaningless.
“What…” As the two made contact for the first time, the space before them shattered. Emperor Yi’s arm quivered uncontrollably, unable to withstand the sheer force. The searing pain of fractured bone coursed through his body, causing his countenance to pale.
The murderous intent overwhelmed him, aimed squarely at his very Soul.
“Die.” With a gaze as deep as the ocean and an air of indifference, Gu Changge glided gracefully through the void, clad in pristine white.
Countless fragments of time swirled around him, glowing with the radiance of Dao Lights. With each step, he unleashed a flurry of devastating techniques, accompanied with Chaos Qi, obliterating any foe foolish enough to cross his path. His power knew no bounds, as he effortlessly crushed all obstacles in his way with a single, unyielding palm.
Everything before him shattered into a million pieces, as he delivered a crushing blow to Emperor Yi.
“How is it possible for you to do that when you have yet to even fully recover. You are not even an Immortal Emperor!?” Emperor Yi roared as he soared through the skies, traversing multiple universes in an attempt to evade Gu Changge’s outstretched hand. He could hardly believe what was going on.
Throughout the ages, his countenance remained stoic but that was all changed by the flurry of surprises today. It was evident from Gu Changge’s aura he had not yet reached the level of Immortal Emperor Realm, let alone the Quasi-Immortal Emperor Realm. Yet, it was still so frightening.
His arm trembled violently, threatening to explode. The sheer magnitude of this overwhelming force had surpassed all known limits, exceeding the capacity of this world to contain it. It was clear that Gu Changge had yet to reach the Quasi-Immortal Emperor Realm, yet he could so effortlessly exert power that exceeds it.
“So you know that I haven’t even fully recovered. If I had fully recovered, I wouldn’t even need to move my finger to kill you.” Gu Changge exuded an air of calm and composure, yet his words carried a weight that could sway the very fabric of the world.
The River of Time seemed to have collapsed. The scenes in it were somewhat blurred, and ancient visions began to emerge.
Emperor Yi trembled. If Gu Changge had been at the height of his power, he would never have dared to challenge him and would have fled as far as he could. Even without the aura of a Quasi-Immortal Emperor, Gu Changge’s presence was suffocatingly strong.
*Dong!* The void shook with great intensity, and suddenly, a massive black bell materialised. As it tolled, countless ripples emanated from it, powerful enough to obliterate anything in their path.
This was none other than Emperor Yi’s Dao Artifact, a cherished possession that had accompanied him through countless ages. It had long surpassed the status of an Immortal King Grade Artifact and had been enhanced to the rank of a Quasi-Immortal Emperor Grade Artifact.
The massive black bell was still no match for Gu Changge’s powerful palm. As his hand connected with the clock, the River of Time boiled. The impact of their battle was so intense that it reverberated throughout the past, present, and future, causing waves of disruption.
A look of dismay appeared on Emperor Yi’s face. His own massive black bell trembled violently, emitting billions of ripples that could shatter time and space. Despite its immense power, it proved no match for Gu Changge’s palm strike, which obliterated the black ripples.
The massive black bell exploded, and the Principles around it disappeared. Emperor Yi was left coughing up blood and sent hurtling backwards. The sheer magnitude of this battle shocked even the distant universes.
Emperor Yi was wounded for the first time in aeons, his shoulder was now drenched in blood after his arm exploded. He quickly backed away in fear, realising the gap between their strength. It was not something cultivation Realm could make up for. They were operating on fundamentally different levels.
Gu Changge was like an ancient behemoth. Although he appeared weak and had lost all his former glory, he remained formidable enough to effortlessly crush an unsuspecting individual or insect. This transformation in the hierarchy of existence transcended any comparison in terms of cultivation Realm.
Upon recognizing the disparity between them, Emperor Yi was filled with remorse. The other Immortal Emperors had chosen to steer clear of any conflict. They either chose to retreat into their cave mansion or slumbered for eternity. None were willing to intervene. He was the only one who appeared and took charge over the Other Domain.
He thought that since the environment of the world had greatly changed, making it impossible for a true Immortal Emperor to appear, he was safe. After all, the Quasi-Immortal Emperor Realm was the pinnacle that any living being could achieve. Despite Gu Changge’s formidable strength, it was impossible for him to surpass this limit. Hence, he fearlessly presented himself and confronted Gu Changge.
Emperor Yi was now filled with regret. He summoned more massive black bells to protect him. The ripples spread, causing the universe to blur and the River of Time to appear beneath his feet. He was determined to escape now, fearing that he would be severely wounded by Gu Changge, losing both his Source and life as a result.
“What…!?” As the situation grew dire, Emperor Yi ultimately decided to make an escape, fleeing into the River of Time and seeking refuge in another era.
The Immortal Kings from Other Domain were left in utter disbelief, for they had never expected Emperor Yi to flee from battle after being wounded by Gu Changge. After all, Emperor Yi had once been an unstoppable force, capable of swallowing eternity and commanding the respect of all who crossed his path. In fact, he was a revered Immortal Emperor, a figure of unparalleled strength and authority. It was unlikely that another being of his calibre would ever grace this world again.
“I see… so this is why Emperor Hong chose to retreat. He had already realised that it was impossible to stop him.” King Ming was consumed by coldness. He thought he had secured a powerful ally to support him and could finally relax. However, witnessing the current situation, his heart was now filled with dread and hopelessness.
Emperor Hong was another Immortal Emperor, whom he had reported to back then. However, he was told that it was impossible to change the course of events. This left King Ming with no choice but to fall into a deep depression and remain indifferent to the world.
Emperor Yi later unexpectedly exited seclusion and became the ruler of all the Immortal Kings in the Other Domain, commanding their obedience. Yet, in the blink of an eye, Emperor Yi was already trying to flee, disregarding the fate of the Other Domain.
Was there anything more horrifying and hopeless than this?
“You think you can escape in my presence?” As Emperor Yi prepared to step into the River of Time, Gu Changge smiled. A thick gray fog descended from an unknown place, enveloping the area in an eerie silence. The River of Time blurred and collapsed beneath Emperor Yi’s feet. The ripples in it dissipated before him, disappearing along with his escape route.
“So, you intend on fighting until either of us perish!?” Emperor Yi was taken aback by the realisation that Gu Changge had cut off his escape route. His eyes blazed with a fierce and intimidating divine light. Although he was terrified of Gu Changge, he was not one to be trifled with.
The fact that Gu Changge had forced him to flee in such a humiliating manner was already a surprise, but now, even the River of Time had been blocked by Gu Changge. [Do you truly intend to keep me here, with no means of escape!?]
“Either of us perish? You’re not qualified enough to say that.” Gu Changge just shook his head and smiled. Emperor Yi now understood that Gu Changge was determined to kill him, and immediately roared.
His Dharma Body engulfed this world, like an ancient deity standing at the edge of the universe. The intensity of their fight reverberated along the River of Time, causing even the most formidable of supreme experts to shudder.
*Crack!* Universes were torn asunder. Every movement they made caused disruptive ripples that tore through the fabric of reality, unleashing a shockwave of unimaginable terror. The ripples continued to surge outwards, through the great rift.
*Rumble!* Chaos was split, separating pure air from the polluted. Some particles even glimmered with an otherworldly radiance.
In the blink of an eye, a whole new universe was born, a feat beyond comprehension. It was a battle unlike any witnessed in history, at least not in the Realms of the Immortal Domain and the Other Domain.
Even the Immortal Kings could not perceive the battle clearly. They could only vaguely see blurry visions through their Divine Abilities.
The River of Time raged on, as the passage of time was mercilessly crushed.
Amidst the chaos, Gu Changge and Emperor Yi’s true body and his Dharma Body were both engaged in a fierce battle across the River of Time. The divine techniques they unleashed were beyond the imaginations of the Immortal Kings. They fought with such intensity that they ended up in a world that belonged in a different era altogether.
Eventually, one of them was sent flying. Emperor Yi’s body was all bloodied and covered in wounds. He even lost an arm. The sheer horror of this scene sent shockwaves throughout the universe.
*Boom!*
With a determined stride, Gu Changge extended his hand and unleashed a powerful force that blew his opponent into pieces. In a flash, Emperor Yi’s Primordial Spirit was in his hand.
“You can’t kill me! My Dharma Body exists beyond this era, transcending time and space. Even if my physical form has been vanquished, I shall rise again when someone summons me by my true name.” Although Emperor Yi was severely injured, especially his Primordial Spirit, he growled, unwilling to resign to surrender.
This was the strength of a Quasi-Immortal Emperor. Even an existence of the same Realm would find it nearly impossible to kill the other party. The battle would take countless epochs to reach a conclusion.
*Buzz!*
“Is that so?” Gu Changge merely shook his head and smiled. Light bloomed on his palm. It was hazy at first, but slowly appeared grey as black and white intertwined with each other like silk threads woven together.
The bizarre sight was actually Emperor Yi’s Primordial Spirit being drawn out, which appeared in a burst of scorching light. The rich fragrance of Dao filled the air, and the Soul soon took on the form of a divine medicine, exuding a rich and alluring scent.
“He was refined into a peerless divine medicine…” In the distance, the Immortal Kings quivered with fear as they gazed upon Gu Changge.
Emperor Yi’s Soul had not fully dissipated yet. Even he was petrified to see himself being refined like that. He howled in fear, trying to break free, but Gu Changge’s palm seemed to have turned into a universe in and of itself.
The natural and merciless Principles sliced through the air like sharp blades.
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