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Translator: Fate
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The Boundless Fallen Ocean roared, and the ancient warship rumbled. The group of Hunters from the Spirit Ruin True World quivered with fear, their hearts pounding at the horrifying sight before them.
They had traversed the Boundless Fallen Ocean for countless years and been through various calamities. Yet, never had they felt such overwhelming terror and bone-chilling coldness, as if they were trapped in an ice block, unable to move an inch.
The thin figure, honoured by others as Big Brother, watched this scene with profound sorrow in his eyes. However, he dared not interfere nor utter another word. Confronted with an insurmountable disparity in strength, any resistance would surely lead to a horrible outcome. All their arduous efforts spanning countless years could potentially be reduced to nothing.
“Such a familiar taste…” The White Bone Ancestor King paid no attention to the way everyone was looking at him. He savoured the taste in his mouth before nonchalantly tossing away the head he had taken a few bites of.
It seemed that he simply wanted to get a taste of fresh life. He remained indifferent to the fear he instilled in those around him. To an entity of his calibre, time was fleeting and held no significance to him. A mere moment of closing his eyes for a nap could easily span tens of millions of epochs. In his perception, all creatures below his calibre were insignificant ants. There was no distinction between Immortal Emperor and Immortal King to him.
“Are you not going to continue sailing, my friends?” The White Bone Ancestor King grinned. The expression on his skull face was so sinister that it could send shivers down anyone’s spine.
The weathered ancient warship sailed once more upon the Boundless Fallen Ocean, parting the thick waves as it surged towards the depths of darkness. Amidst the thick fog that stretched out endlessly, a faint bonfire glimmered, illuminating the way forward like a lone star twinkling in the night sky. That was where the Mountains and Oceans True World resided in the Immense Expense.
When this ancient warship filled with Hunters inevitably descended upon the Mountains and Oceans True World, so would Great Purge. The massive Mountains and Oceans True World was merely a speck of dust in this vast world, where countless ancient worlds and creatures had been born since the beginning of time.
Countless worlds perished and were born anew every day. To true supreme experts, such a spectacle was nothing short of ordinary. The emergence of the ancient world could be likened to the ignition of a fiery blaze, sparked by the convergence of countless lives, casting a brilliant light that dispelled darkness. It was the greatest and most mysterious miracle of existence.
Throughout history, countless experts yearned to unravel the profound mysteries of life and the universe, yet they would struggle to explain these enigmas with precision. It was as if the birth and existence of a True World was a miracle itself.
Some believed that they were created from the collision of high-level substances amidst primordial chaos. At a pivotal moment, after countless accidental alterations, the resulting creation blossomed with vibrant life and possessed the ability to propagate all forms of existence.
From its very inception, True Worlds possessed the capacity to continuously evolve and ascend through stages of development by just existing. This stark contrast set it apart from other ancient worlds, where development hinged on achieving a certain level of advancement before it could ascend to another level.
The disparity between these worlds was akin to that of an average human and a prodigy. They differed from each other right from the start.
It was precisely because of this distinction that many supreme experts had their eyes set on these newly born True Worlds. They believed that the existence of these True Worlds served as the most undeniable evidence of a higher plane of existence, and longed to gain insight into its true nature.
Throughout the aeons, the Boundless Expanse had given rise to countless supreme experts as well as miracles and enigmas. In those very ancient True Worlds, only those who had surpassed the Immortal Emperor Realm and set foot on the Path of Transcendence could be considered true supreme experts. Those who had yet to set foot on the Path of Transcendence were merely insignificant ants.
Of course, only the True Worlds of those who had transcended the Nine Immortal Decays and thus became a True Transcendent could qualify as an Immortal True World. The remaining True Worlds could only be considered Ancient True Worlds at best. Those lower than that were generally referred to as Nascent True Worlds. The Mountains and Oceans True World was an example of a Nascent True World.
Immortal True World, Ancient True World, and Nascent True World. These were three strictly hierarchical levels. These were the publicly acknowledged levels of True Worlds by those from the vast ocean of True Worlds.
Ancient worlds, before being elevated to a True World, were categorized as unrated worlds.
It was important to note that each Ancient True World possessed a different amount of resources. The resources and Fortuity of a Nascent True World were only enough to sustain the presence of a few experts beyond the Immortal Emperor Realm at most. Even if these beings were to embark on the Path of Transcendence, they could only transcend the Second Immortal Decay at best.
The Realms before the Third Immortal Decay, commonly referred to as the Third Decay Tribulation, were collectively known as the Quasi-Dao Realm. One could only aspire to reach the True Dao Realm after transcending the Third Immortal Decay. Only ancient cultivators who had reached True Dao Realm could qualify as the hidden experts of the Ancient True Worlds.
There existed a stark contrast in strength between those in the True Dao Realm since they had transcended different Immortal Decays. Each Tribulation brought about profound transformations. Some ancient cultivators could even create a True World with just a single thought. Their Qi could form a universe and their thought was capable of moving it. Since their true bodies were Immortal from all things, they would not be affected by the constraints of karma, time, and space. They were truly omnipotent.
The Spirit Ruin True World could almost be considered an Ancient True World. The most formidable being there had transcended the Third Immortal Decay and stood at the peak of the Quasi-Dao Realm. Unfortunately, the Boundless Fallen Ocean was as immense as its name had suggested. Even someone from the Quasi-Dao Realm could not unravel the mysteries it held. Had that been possible, they would not have had to leave their homeland and embark on arduous journeys in search of the Life Force of another True World for their True World.
*Rumble!!!* As the ancient warship of the Spirit Ruin True World sailed through the Boundless Fallen Ocean, numerous onlookers observed from a distance. These enigmatic figures stood amidst the dark fog, their piercing eyes were cold and devoid of any emotion. All they did was silently watch as the ancient warship disappeared into the distance.
No one knew what was in the Boundless Fallen Ocean until the day it dried up. High above it was the Immortal Source Realm, a Realm believed to be truly Immortal and Indestructible. It was regarded as the source of all regions in the world and the origin of all matter itself. Even the ancient sages who had embarked on the Path of Transcendence struggled to unravel its profound mystery.
The presence of the Source Realm had affected the Boundless Fallen Ocean, resulting in countless ancient worlds being purged. These repeated purges were gradually perceived and called the ‘Great Purge’ by everyone.
No one was able to elucidate the cause of these calamities, leaving them perplexed as to why it would occur. Some perceived it to be the unjust and inhumane workings of the Heavenly Dao, a merciless slaughter of all living creatures. As a result, this led to Great Wars Against Heaven.
Others perceived the Great Purge as part of the inner workings of the Heavenly Dao that had already been set in motion on a predetermined course. They believed that after a certain period of time, the world would always revert back to chaos to maintain a certain equilibrium and the existence of this very Great Purge was crucial for preserving this balance. It kept the Yin and Yang flowing, unifying all into one.
The arrival of the Great Purge would not impact only a specific True World, but the entire vast ocean of True Worlds. No Forces within it would be spared.
A few Ancient True Worlds were only able to survive the Great Purge due to their long existence. Among them, the Radiant Yang True World was one of the strongest and could be considered an Immortal True World, for it had witnessed the birth of True Transcendents within it.
Within that True World, numerous ancient and mighty Forces thrived, some of which had flourished even before many other True Worlds came into existence. The Universe Destroyer Residence was one of them, holding an unrivalled position as the ultimate overlord.
The current Master of this Force was a truly powerful man who had transcended Seven Immortal Decays, thereby establishing himself as an unparalleled figure since ancient times.
In a magnificent manor situated in the depths of the universe, the Master of the Universe Destroyer Residence sat in serene meditation with his eyes closed, dressed in a long black robe. He seemed like he had not moved for a very long time.
Many kneeled before him in reverence and fanaticism. In the deep void on both sides of the manor, blurry figures stood as if positioned at the end of a long River of Time. Every single person here possessed unimaginable strength.
“It appears that World Creation Palace has really sought the Nine Heavens’ assistance. Despite Heavenslayer Sect’s claims of superiority, they are merely average individuals. It is rather amusing that the Eternal Dao Monarch can find a sense of self-importance, considering that his current position has been achieved solely through his reliance on the legacies of his predecessors. How dare he he attempt to meddle in the affairs of my Radiant Yang True World!” The Master of Universe Destroyer Residence opened his eyes, revealing a gaze that seemed to encompass the entire universe and brimming with endless enigmas. He spoke with indifference, yet there was a hint of anger that caused the entire manor to shake.
The Radiant Yang True World was an Immortal True World, and the Universe Destroyer Residence was undeniably a mighty Force established by a Transcendent. Due to disagreements, the World Creation Palace and the Universe Destroyer Residence had separated and formed their own sects. Even so, their connection remained close, and it was only a matter of time before they would unite once again.
The Palace Master of the World Creation Palace sustained a grave injury during a fierce competition for a primordial spiritual treasure in his earlier years. During the critical point of transcending the Eighth Immortal Decay, he valiantly fought with a glimmer of hope, despite his weakened state. Unfortunately, his efforts were in vain and died with his cultivation destroyed. Even during his prime, he had little confidence in surviving the Eighth Immortal Decay, let alone after sustaining injuries.
Following his demise, the Deputy Palace Master’s ambition began to grow as he sought to seize control over the World Creation Palace to prevent it from being absorbed by the other rival forces within the Radiang Yang Realm. Hence, they did not hesitate to reach out to the Eternal Dao Monarch from the Nine Heavens, the Sect Master of the Heavenslayer Sect.
Needless to say, nothing could escape the Master of Universe Destroyer Residence. The Universe Destroyer Residence ruled over the expansive territory of the Radiant Yang Realm, within which lay countless ancient worlds. Among these ancient worlds, many rivalled the grandeur of an Ancient True World, while there was also an abundance of Nascent True Worlds. To put it simply, the Universe Destroyer Residence stood as one of the most powerful Forces in the world.
Upon hearing the words of their Master, everyone in the Universe Destroyer Residence fell silent out of fear, especially because the Eternal Dao Monarch was also a legendary figure who had transcended the Seventh Immortal Decay.
Every thought in their mind could be discovered by someone of his calibre. Apart from their own peers, all others were as insignificant as mere ants in their presence. No matter how far away they were from him, the Eternal Dao Monarch could eliminate them with a mere thought. In his presence, all beings were truly equal. Equally easy to kill.
“Things haven’t been peaceful in the Ephemeral Yin True World either. They had been trying to become the only True World. The incident with World Creation Palace will probably push them to act. The impending Great Purge looms ever closer, and it is imperative that someone transcends the Seventh Immortal Decay. Otherwise, it will be difficult to keep the situation in check.”
Countless visions flashed before the eyes of the Master of Universe Destroyer Residence. The universe crumbled and the stars were destroyed. In a single moment, billions of thoughts raced through his mind.
A hazy River of Time materialized before his eyes, with countless lines intertwining and flowing silently like a serene river. Within this long river, countless fragmented images emerged and disintegrated repeatedly. Time appeared to be standing still in this place.
“I’m astonished by the fact that I have yet to discover a single anomaly within my vast Radiant Yang True World, which rules over billions of worlds…” he mused with a furrowed brow. Despite appearing to mutter to himself, his words were intended for those around him to hear.
In the presence of a being like the Master of the Universe Destroyer Residence, such anomalies were no longer a secret to them. Only individuals possessing the unique qualities, considered as freaks of existence, could be deemed worthy of embarking on the Path of Transcendence, with the expectation of reaching great heights like themselves.
The stability of the Radiant Yang True World must be preserved at all costs. He must find a suitable Successor for World Creation Palace as swiftly as possible. This chosen candidate must have transcended the Seventh Immortal Decay, and be on par with the Master himself. Otherwise, it would be difficult to keep the other Forces in check.
Assuming control of the World Creation Palace himself would only breed discontent among the remaining Forces, further worsening the situation. The peace that the Radiant Yang Realm had painstakingly preserved would once again be thrown into disarray. This was a future the Master of Universe Destroyer Residence sought to avoid at all costs.
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