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Translator: Fate
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Due to the abrupt and terrifying scene that appeared on the edge of the horizon, a sense of terror and panic swept over the Immortal Domain and the Other Domain.
Many older cultivators kept poring through texts and records to find any relevant mentions of such a situation.
The ancient Immortal Kings from past epochs who had exited seclusion also tried to find the cause. In the end, they concluded that the frightening scene was related to the distant Sea of Boundless Expanse.
To the ordinary people, the Sea of Boundless Expanse was completely foreign to them. They never heard of it before. However, the older Families knew it well and more specifically could go through the ancient records of that place.
Anyone who knew what the Sea of Boundless Expanse was trembled in fear.
“Even Immortal Kings dare not pass through that place…”
Amidst the tension, the entire Immortal Domain became even more uneasy. Many Forces were coming up with plans to relocate their entire Family.
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Compared to the other Immortal Domain regions, the Southern Immortal Domain was strangely peaceful.
The Forces under Queen Lunar’s rule were not as terrified and uneasy as the others. This was because Queen Lunar had appeared outside Queen Luna City and gave order for all Forces to come and pay their respects in three days.
She even told them not to worry. Though she was no longer the true ruler of the Southern Immortal Domain, the new ruler was a benevolent one. They would not be mistreated if they were willing to submit to him.
The assurance from Queen Lunar allowed the Forces of the Southern Immortal Domain to feel a lot more at ease.
The collapse of Buddhist Kingdom had only just happened. Despite not knowing the truth of the situation, they knew that something major had occurred within the Southern Immortal Domain.
The next day, light blossomed outside Queen Luna Residence. Immortal Energy surged as Queen Lunar showed up and instructed her servants to prepare a banquet to which she was inviting all the Immortal Kings in the Immortal Domain.
There was a vast cultivation ground inside her residence. It used to be where Queen Lunar cultivated the Great Dao.
Yet, she was now using it as the location for the banquet that all the Immortal Kings were invited to. It looked like a sacred land where Immortal Mist surrounded the divine mountains, islands, and forests.
There was a large forest of Immortal Bamboo on a platform nearby. It had been set up with cushions and a pavilion, ready for the arrival of the Immortal Kings from all over.
Dressed in a flowy robe, Queen Lunar was standing atop a bluestone. Her figure was hazy as Principles encircled her. She looked like the flawless deity of the Moon.
“Time to sit and wait for the arrival of the Immortal Kings…” She stood with her hands behind her back. Her eyes swept across the platform. There was a hint of majesty and peerlessness to her. She looked like a statue carved out of celestial jade.
Queen Lunar was not exactly in a calm state. Even though she was an Immortal King, she never thought she would ever summon all the Immortal Kings to come over and pay their respects.
The other Immortal Kings would have ignored her if it had not been for Gu Changge’s might.
The entire Southern Immortal Domain was rumbling over today’s event. Many were only aware of the invitation Queen Lunar extended to all the Immortal Kings in the various Immortal Domain regions. They did not know why the banquet was being held.
Compared to the other Immortal Domain regions, the Southern Immortal Domain’s overall strength was fairly low. On the surface, they only had two Immortal Kings.
Now that King Bodhi had passed on and his Dao of Buddha was gone, Queen Lunar was the one and only ruler.
It had been tens of thousands of years since an Immortal King from a different Immortal Domain stepped foot into the Southern Immortal Domain. Compared to the others, the Southern Immortal Domain could be considered far more desolate.
The liveliness of today was a first over countless epochs.
Streaks of divine rainbows fell, and with every passing second, figures descended from the sky. The land and sky rumbled as numerous Ancient Battle Chariots streaked past the universe and arrived bearing the higher-ranked members of various ancient Forces. They had all come to the part of the universe under Queen Lunar’s rule.
“The Tuo Ba Family has come to pay their respects.”
“The Veiled Immortal Clan has come to pay their respects!”
“The Immeasurable Celestial Mountain has come to pay their respects!”
And so on.
The servants outside Queen Luna Residence continued to receive the guests who were all important figures of various Forces. Those who were attending the event today were at least True Daoists, if not stronger.
Apart from that, there were also ancient True Immortals who had long since made their marks in history. They could be considered the true hidden experts of their Forces.
After all, not every Force had an Immortal King among them. Even the massive Southern Immortal Domain only had a few True Immortals.
That being said, there were a lot more True Immortals. Any Force with a marginally longer legacy would use time and resources to ensure the birth of a True Immortal.
The ones who had arrived outside Queen Luna Residence were the prominent Forces of the Southern Immortal Domain.
Some of the True Immortal Ancestors personally attended the banquet alongside the younger generation. They were extremely respectful and dared not ask too many questions. The servants of Queen Luna Residence led them into the residence and over to the Immortal Bamboo Forest.
“Will we truly get to see the rumoured Forbidden Existence today?”
“I hear that he is now the new ruler of the Southern Immortal Domain. Even Her Majesty Queen Lunar obeys his orders.”
Some of the young ones were very bold. Filled with curiosity, they could not resist glancing at the platform while trailing behind their Elders.
Alas, Chaos Qi was coursing through the place. Like a fog, it covered everything and made it impossible to get a clear view. They could not even see any sign of Queen Lunar. All they saw were the busy servants.
Upon hearing those comments, the expressions of the older generation shifted slightly. They immediately admonished the young one and instructed them to keep quiet.
Before this, Queen Lunar had appeared and said that the new ruler of the Southern Immortal Domain would not make things difficult for them. Nevertheless, if they were careless enough to offend him, they would surely end up bringing disaster upon the Family.
They attended the banquet today because they wanted to understand the attitude of the new ruler so that they could choose wisely in the ensuing upheaval.
Just as the guests continued to speculate, a terrifying pressure as vast as the sea emerged from the edge of the horizon. However, just as it was about to arrive, it subsided and a rather spirited middle-aged man came down from the sky.
He was dressed in black and had the horns of a dragon on his head. His eyes were deep and profound. Even True Immortals dared not meet his gaze.
Time and space seemed to distort around him. It felt as if Principles were being crushed. It was a shocking sight.
“The Proud Immortal King, Ao Di, from the Eastern Immortal Domain has arrived!”
The servants stationed at the gates of Queen Luna Residence announced the identity of the newcomer.
Many guests finally reacted with shock. It was their first time seeing the Immortal King’s true visage.
The Proud Immortal King, Ao Di, was said to be related to the True Dragon Clan. He governed the Boundless Sea in the Eastern Immortal Domain and had countless Sea Clans under his command, making him a force to be reckoned in the Eastern Immortal Domain.
Meanwhile, a few True Immortals were trailing behind the Proud Immortal King, including some that looked quite young.
“That’s Princess Ao Ling. She’s said to be an outstanding prodigy among her generation in the Eastern Immortal Domain. Apparently, she has the potential to become an Immortal King. I didn’t expect the Proud Immortal King to bring a descendant like her here.”
“I thought he would do as the other Forces have done and send away all of his descendants.”
Many guests spotted the young woman behind the Proud Immortal King. She had a charming air and a pair of small, crystal-like dragon horns.
She had a faint smile on her face. Her light blue celestial dress added to her cheerful aura, which stood in stark contrast to the solemness of everyone else.
However, her Family members guarded her closely. The group maintained their position of being never less than three steps away from the Proud Immortal King.
Many could tell just how important she was to the Ao Family. They would not be protecting her in this manner otherwise.
“Where is Queen Lunar?” Ao Di, the Proud Immortal King, looked like a middle-aged man. However, his dominance was clear without him having to exude it on purpose. The universe seemed to dazzle in his eyes whenever he blinked. There was a trace of anger in his expression as he questioned the servants of Queen Luna.
He, an Immortal King, had come over in person, and yet, Queen Lunar did not come out to greet him at the entrance. Instead, she merely had her servants wait for him. There was not even a True Immortal in sight.
“Please do not be angry, Proud Immortal King.” Just then, a handsome figure dressed in silver armour came over. It was the Quasi-Immortal King Bai Chuan. He cupped his hands in greeting before signalling the Proud Immortal King with his eyes, gesturing for the Immortal King to step aside and join him.
They were clearly old acquaintances who had a fairly good relationship.
“Bai Chuan…” Upon seeing Bai Chuan, the Proud Immortal King nodded his head. His anger dissipated and, ignoring the nervous servants, he followed Bai Chuan to the side.
Many guests were confused by this scene. They had a feeling that something major would happen today.
Bai Chuan had disappeared for many days, only to finally show up today. Prior to this, many thought he had left the Southern Immortal Domain.
“It seems to be just as you said. Queen Lunar is being held captive here.” While the Proud Immortal King and Bai Chuan spoke to each other, the space around them grew hazy. Outsiders could not see them clearly.
As they were communicating through their divine sense, they did not have to worry about being spied on by anyone else present.
“I’ve returned to Queen Luna Residence for quite some time now, but I’ve only seen Queen Lunar once. No one is allowed near the cave where she usually cultivates, not even me.” Bai Chuan shook his head, and the aloofness of his expression was replaced with one of doubt and suspicion.
He and the Proud Immortal King had an extremely close relationship. He became acquainted with the Immortal King when he travelled around the Eastern Immortal Domain to gain experience. When in private, the two of them treated each other like Brothers.
“I don’t think you need to worry about Queen Lunar’s safety. Judging by the present situation of the Immortal Domain, that being seems to have a different motive. It’s unlikely that he’ll destroy the Immortal Domain on a whim.” The Proud Immortal King was aware of Bai Chuan’s feelings for Queen Lunar, so he could only attempt to comfort his friend.
“Even so, I’m still worried that he’ll do something to control Her Majesty Queen Lunar… That’s why I have to trouble you to help me, Big Brother. During the banquet, I want you to use the Nine Mysteries Divine Mirror to discern the truth,” Bai Chuan said with a sigh. His worry was evident.
The Nine Mysteries Divine Mirror was a supreme treasure that belonged to the Eastern Immortal Domain. It contained endless mysteries and was even more ancient than all that was ancient. It was impossible to study its origins. It was said to have been brought over from somewhere beyond this world and was once held by an Immortal King.
The supreme treasure could be used to reflect all Demons and monsters, as well as show insight into the future. Eventually, it ended up in the hands of a Sea Clan.
Now, the supreme treasure was owned by the Proud Immortal King.
Therefore, Bai Chuan sought the Proud Immortal King’s help. During the banquet today, he wanted the latter to use the Nine Mysteries Divine Mirror to observe the truth about Gu Changge and to know what his present state was.
Upon hearing this, the Proud Immortal King fell silent for a few moments before nodding. “Rest assured, I will find a way to help you. Now’s not the time for us to talk. If there’s anything to say, let us speak of it later.”
There were far too many living beings inside Queen Luna Residence today. He was worried that the other Immortal Kings in attendance might pick up on something.
Bai Chuan nodded and the two separated without saying another word.
Naturally, Bai Chuan dared not act against Gu Changge. Nevertheless, he still plans on using other means to save Queen Lunar, which was something he was determined to do.
“It’s best if you don’t get involved in this. Don’t forget that we’re only here as bystanders to enjoy a good show.” After separating from Bai Chuan, the Proud Immortal King did not head into the depths of the forest with the other guests. Instead, he looked for the young woman in blue who was taking a leisurely stroll by a pool.
She had a faint smile on her face and looked like a lively young woman. One of her fair, jade-like hands rested behind her back. She seemed to be in a great mood.
She was Ao Ling, the genius of the Ao Family that many believed had the potential to become an Immortal King.
Now, there was no one else around. Before Ao Ling, the Proud Immortal King’s attitude became respectful, almost as if he were the younger one.
” Young Ancestor, wouldn’t it be displeased if we, the Ao Family, do nothing and simply watch the show from afar?” The Proud Immortal King, asked respectfully.
“Not at all. If it is truly him, he is not as frightening as the rumours claim. I truly have no idea where the descriptions of the so-called Forbidden Entity that you later generations speak of come from… I met him a few times when my Father was still around. I even admired him in secret. Alas, I was too young then. He probably doesn’t even remember me.” Ao Ling tossed a pebble into the icy pond before her as she spoke with ease and a hint of nonchalance.
However, the information she divulged caused an avalanche in the Proud Immortal King’s heart. All he knew was that the Young Ancestor before him came from a generation so ancient that it was terrifyingly unthinkable. She could be traced back to an era even older than the Forbidden Epoch. She called it the Primordial Mythical Era.
Nevertheless, he never thought that she had met that being a very long time ago.
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Oh? I thought only Wang Zijin would be someone who knew Gu Changge and his appearance.