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Translator: Fate
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The Radiant Yang True World was connected to hundreds of millions of ancient worlds, encompassing territories of unimaginable vastness. Those humbly kneeling figures within the manor were rulers of those ancient worlds, wielding control over the fates of all living beings from their respective worlds.
To put it bluntly, any individual stepping outside these walls possessed the power to effortlessly obliterate an entire world. Such was the chilling reality of experts from the Universe Destroyer Residence.
Many were unparalleled figures who had set foot on the Path of Transcendence. Among them were also supreme sages who had surpassed Three Immortal Decays, thus reaching the True Dao Realm. These Immortal beings governed their respective Ancient True Worlds, with unimaginably long lifespans.
Their age remained an enigma, but their status as Immortal legends remained unquestionable.
Everyone was astounded that the Master of Universe Destroyer Residence intended to intervene in the affairs of the World Creation Palace. All of them could not help but speculate that the Master was going to make a big move in the near future.
“If no anomalies are found in the Radiant Yang True World, then search for them in the other True Worlds… Keep a close watch on the activities of other True Worlds, especially the Nine Heavens. If the Eternal Dao Monarch makes any suspicious moves, inform me right away. The Heavenslayer Sect has long promoted the Great War Against Heaven but had yet to do anything. They are nothing but deceivers. The Eternal Dao Monarch is merely exploiting the name of his Sect to gather those from various races who possess the strength to slay Heaven. Hmph! I will not allow him to achieve his goals so easily!” The Master of Universe Destroyer Residence sneered contemptuously.
With a wave of his sleeve, he vanished from the manor, leaving the others grateful and relieved to still be alive. None of them dared to linger for even a moment longer. They hastily departed, issuing urgent instructions to their respective worlds to keep an eye out for anomalies.
It had been countless years since an anomaly appeared in the Radiant Yang True World and ages since the last supreme expert set foot on the Path of Transcendence. It was extremely rare to find experts on this path, for they must possess an immeasurable amount of Fortuity to break the shackles of their fate before they could even catch a glimpse of hope in succeeding.
To put it plainly, considering the usual amount of Fortuity present in an Immortal True World, it might take several epochs for an Immortal King to emerge and there only existed one Immortal Emperor in every hundred Immortal Kings. However, it was possible that out of ten thousand Immortal Emperors, not a single one could set foot on the Path of Transcendence.
Only those who had truly experienced the challenging journey could understand its immense difficulties. It was not just a matter of having unwavering determination and exceptional talent; it required breaking free from the shackles of one’s fate, taking control of one’s own destiny, and condensing one’s own Dao.
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Gu Changge remained unaffected by whatever was about to occur in the vast sea of True Worlds. Regardless of whether it was the unification of the True Worlds or the reshaping of the Mountains and Oceans True World, those were not his objectives. His focus would always be on the other two Original True Ancestors in the Source Realm.
If the Mountains and Oceans True World failed to meet his expectations, Gu Changge was prepared to start over again by resetting everything with the Great Purge. He did not mind spending a long time to prepare everything again.
Fortunately, this plan had given him a sense of hope. If it continued to progress as intended, it could end up bringing him a pleasant surprise.
The Boundless Battlefield stretched far and wide as if it was formed by various broken ancient universes. There were fallen Star Territories, barren mountains and desolate seas, and dead galaxies. Gu Changge led Luo Yanxi towards the border, which lay adjacent to the Boundless Fallen Ocean.
On their way there, they encountered strange creatures lurking in the darkness and some other creatures that had managed to escape to this place through other means.
Gu Changge paid them no mind, walking past as if they were invisible. To ordinary individuals, these creatures were seen as deadly disasters. Yet, none of these creatures was foolish enough to approach Gu Changge. They instinctively avoided him, doing their best to keep their distance.
Luo Yanxi remained silent the entire time. She wanted to talk with Gu Changge, but she understood that he could be temperamental. Her casual approach would only be welcomed if he was in a good mood. There were moments when he seemed to completely ignore her as if she was invisible.
Observing the creatures around them, Luo Yanxi noticed their fear and trepidation towards Gu Changge seemed to be an instinctual engraving in their Soul. This realization sparked a clear but vague understanding of Gu Changge’s immense power.
As they reached the embankment of the Boundless Battlefield, the waves surged powerfully, creating deafening roars. Ancient worlds shattered one after another, their fragments gently drifted upon the undulating waves, brimming with unimaginable power, capable of obliterating any living creature and reducing them to mere ashes.
The forts stood tall in the distance, emanating a radiant glow. The Grand Runes on their surface flew out one after another, hurtling towards those waves. Unfortunately, they quickly vanished, only managing to partially mitigate the onslaught from that direction.
The ancient cultivators, who had been safeguarding this place, were stunned by the spectacle before them. Their hearts stirred with profound emotions.
“What is Queen Lunar up to? Is she planning to cross over to the other side of the embankment?”
“Isn’t she afraid of the dangers lurking there? Although she’s an Immortal King, many ancient supreme experts have met their demise there.”
“Is she truly not afraid of facing such a fate?”
All of them could not help but express their doubt, as they struggled to comprehend Queen Lunar’s actions. Along the embankment, a trail of bloody footprints stretched out. Heaven and Earth trembled. Chaos and darkness shrouded the entire universe. Scarlet lightning crackled and descended, unleashing destruction upon the world.
Queen Lunar looked otherworldly and gorgeous in her white attire. The expression on her face seemed eerily calm too. Shielded by the power of her Immortal King Grade Artifact, she inched towards the other side of the embankment.
Her once pristine skirt now bore the stains of blood from the wounds inflicted by the unforgiving Principles of the Great Dao. The sight was both horrifying and awe-inspiring. She was already at her limit after taking her first dozens of steps towards the embankment, to persist further would only endanger her very being.
After a moment of deliberation, Queen Lunar made the bold decision to sacrifice her cherished Immortal King Grade Artifact to pressed on, determined to reach the other side.
The expansive darkness was pierced by a faint glimmer. A hazy Full Moon hung high in the sky, radiating its brilliance and captivating beauty. Ethereal wisps of mist floated gracefully, creating an extremely breathtaking scene to behold. However, Queen Lunar was unable to see the Moon clearly from the embankment, let alone investigate its mysterious origins.
Queen Lunar had only decided to take the risk for the sake of fulfilling Gu Changge’s instruction and gaining his recognition. She gritted her teeth and trudged towards the other side of the embankment.
Despite her being an Immortal King, the immense power exerted upon her felt like Immortal Chains, rending her body unmovable and leaving behind gruesome scars if she tried to move. Each step she took, the pressure she had to endure amplified several times.
Even her Immortal King Grade Artifact was marred by cracks, showing signs of breaking. Yet, she was still very far from reaching the other side of the embankment.
It was truly a distance that seemed unreachable for her. It was at this moment she finally began to comprehend the immense strength possessed by those who had left their mark on the embankment. It appeared that they had transcended the Immortal King Realm and touched upon the next Realm.
“Is this truly as far as I can go?” Frustration filled the Queen Lunar’s heart. She had become an Immortal King in this era. Although her talent fall short of her peers, she never slacked off. Day after day, year after year, she delved into the depths of Dao Techniques. She constantly seeks to ascend to a higher Realm.
Unfortunately, it seemed that her progress had been stymied by an insurmountable barrier. No matter how hard she pushed herself, her cultivation remained stagnant. Even taking a few more steps on the tidal flat leading to the embankment had become incredibly difficult for her.
“This is why I’m determined to earn his recognition. I hope I’ll be able to protect myself before the Great Purge arrives.” A tinge of bitterness appeared in her heart. At this moment, even her Immortal King Dao Fruit showed signs of instability, with cracks appearing on its surface. After all, she had only become an Immortal King through inheriting the legacy of her Ancestors and clever tactics. She could not realistically ask for anything more.
She attempted to take a few more steps forward. Fine scars immediately appeared on the skin of her fair arms, as if she had been cut by countless knives. In this place, the incredible vitality of an Immortal King was useless. The speed at which her vitality was draining surpassed the imagination.
Unable to bear the pain any longer, Queen Lunar let out a soft cry, feeling a surge of blood in her throat.
At this point, the Great Dao fell like a guillotine with a menacing and overwhelming force. It was difficult for the Queen Lunar to even make a single move. She could not turn back either, for fear that any slight movement could worsen the delicate situation she found herself in, causing her body to crumble.
At this moment, Queen Lunar felt that she had reached a certain limit, and even her Immortal King Grade Artifact was about to disintegrate.
All of a sudden, the overwhelming pressure in front of her suddenly lifted. The terror that had been crushing her disappeared without a trace in an instant, like the tide receding.
The surroundings suddenly became calm, and she felt as though she was standing in a peaceful harbour. This made her doubt the reality and wondered if she was seeing a flashback before her Soul disintegrated.
“Why are you trying to commit suicide?” A faint voice from ahead snapped Queen Lunar back to reality, instantly clearing her mind. A slender figure stood before her, accompanied by a young woman who was observing her with curiosity.
“My Lord,” Queen Lunar quickly composed herself and respectfully greeted the man. She had never imagined that Gu Changge would appear in this place. She had assumed he was only planning to let someone else investigate the place, so his appearance here totally caught her off guard.
The mention of suicide caused a slight blush to colour her cheeks. It seemed like she had indeed overestimated her own abilities.
If Gu Changge had not arrived in time, she would have been crushed and obliterated by the overwhelming power here. Both her body and Soul would have been annihilated. Prior to this, the Queen Lunar never anticipated that the restraining power on embankment would be so formidable. It was no wonder it could withstand the relentless waves of the Boundless Fallen Ocean and remained standing majestically throughout countless epochs.
Gu Changge did not turn his head around but simply nodded in acknowledgement before shifting his gaze towards the other side of the embankment. He truly had not anticipated Queen Lunar to take such a risk by personally venturing into this place.
Without the strength of a Quasi-Immortal Emperor, it was practically impossible to make it to the other side. From Gu Changge’s perspective, Queen Lunar’s action was nothing short of foolish, tantamount to courting death. He even wondered if she genuinely believed doing this would garner his respect.
Luo Yanxi could not help but give the woman a curious glance. She never expected to come across another female Immortal King in a place like this.
If Gu Changge had been even a little slower, this woman could have lost her life here. In the present Immortal Domain, there were only a few female Immortal Kings. The woman’s beauty allowed Luo Yanxi to immediately recognise her as Queen Lunar from the Southern Immortal Domain. The fact that she addressed Gu Changge as her ‘Lord’ quickly revealed his identity, which he had never explicitly stated.
On the other side of the embankment, a magnificent and tempestuous sea stretched out. Its colossal waves reached the sky and crashed down with an immense force. Amidst them, there were countless ancient worlds that were either decaying or in ruins.
Gu Changge ignored Queen Lunar and walked towards the bright Moon that was hidden in the black fog. As he arrived, he came to the realization that this was the Land of Reincarnation. The fact that Qingyi would hide it in the Boundless Expanse was somewhat out of his expectation.
He could not help but wonder if this was part of her meticulous preparations in case a catastrophic disaster would really descend upon the Mountains and Oceans True World.
A golden path materialized beneath Gu Changge’s feet, effortlessly spanning the embankment and leading into the Boundless Expanse. The overwhelming force of this place had no sway over him, as even the ceaseless barrage of chaotic thunder seemed to vanish in his presence.
The Queen Lunar stood in awe, her eyes wide with disbelief. Never in her wildest dreams did she imagine that she would one day leave the Immortal Domain and venture into the Boundless Expanse. However, the malevolence and unease that permeated the air sent shivers down her spine, reminding her why even the mighty Immortal Kings dared not traverse the Boundless Expanse without careful consideration.
No one knew for sure what lurked within the thick black fog that enveloped this place. Perhaps their every move was being silently observed by malicious eyes or an invisible, terrifying presence.
“Incredible! Is there truly someone who can cross the embankment and venture into the Boundless Expanse?” The ancient cultivators in the forts were astounded by the sight before them. None of them was expecting to bear witness to such an extraordinary event.
Instead of succumbing to her fate, Queen Lunar was rescued by a mysterious young man who suddenly materialized behind her, whisking her away from the Immortal Domain. If they had not seen it with their own eyes, they would never have believed what they had just witnessed.
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