Chapter 997, Numerous Captured Territories, Brutal Battle With No Seclusion

Translator: Fate

Translation Checker: Silavin

 

Many eyes fell on the Dao Realm experts present. They wanted to hear their opinions.

 

Gu Wuwang remained silent. His eyes were gleaming. It looked like he was in the process of deducing something.

 

The Drunken Sword Immortal did not look like his usual dishevelled self. His expression was unusually solemn as he stared at the battle displayed through the ancient mirror.

 

The universe along the border continued to collapse. Principles were shattered and seemingly on the verge of destruction.

 

“Uncle Gu isn’t the kind of person they say he is. Back in Green Mountain Village, he had been very kind to everyone. Why would he abandon the Prosperous Dao True World?” Wang Xiaoniu was all grown up now. He looked like a young swordsman. As he stood beside his Master, the Drunken Sword Immortal, he quietly expressed his disbelief.

 

In the battle against the Immortal Spirit Civilisation, he had made a name for himself by slaughtering many of the enemy forces. Even among the crowd of remarkable beings of his generation, he stood out.

 

Numerous beings from the younger generation had a good relationship with him. They could not resist striking up conversations with him. Many knew that Wang Xiaoniu, the Drunken Sword Immortal’s disciple, had once addressed Gu Changge as Uncle Gu.

 

That naturally made Wang Xiaoniu seem special.

 

Wang Xiaoniu never mentioned the origins of his relationship with Gu Changge to anyone else. Thus, upon hearing him say the words Uncle Gu today, many reacted and turned to look at him.

 

Wang Xiaoniu shook his head. He did not dwell on the subject.

 

Apart from him and the Drunken Sword Immortal, few knew that Gu Changge had once spent some time living in Green Mountain Village.

 

The atmosphere in the palace remained tense. It was as if storm clouds were hanging over their heads and making them feel suffocated. A lot of them felt pained and sorrowful when they watched the tragic battle unfold through the ancient mirror.

 

“I wonder if the Chosen One has any news about the Alliance Leader? The Alliance Leader thinks highly of him, and his strength has indeed grown exceedingly quickly in recent years. He nearly killed a Quasi-Immortal Emperor from the Immortal Spirit Civilisation. Given enough time, he can also become as powerful as the Deputy Alliance Leader and the others.”

 

“Since the Alliance Leader is grooming the Chosen One as his Successor, he won’t ignore the Chosen One’s safety.”

 

” I heard that the one who’s precious to the Alliance Leader has also taken part in the battle over at the Boundless Battlefield. The Alliance Leader surely won’t abandon her.”

 

“Even so, the Alliance Leader need not necessarily concern himself with the rest of us. He has the means of protecting his people. Who are we to him?”

 

Quite a number of them began murmuring among themselves with bitter expressions.

 

Most of the discussions revolved around the Heavenslayers Alliance’s Chosen One, ‘Wang Wushang’, as well as Gu Xianer, the one who stunned everyone else with her performance on the Boundless Battlefield a while back.

 

Anyone from the Upper Realm as well as those who were aware of Gu Changge’s past knew about Gu Xianer’s identity. Thus, when they found out she had joined the battle on the Boundless Battlefield, many of the ancient beings from the Heavenslayers Alliance had been alerted. They personally went forth to bring her back as they were worried something might happen to her.

 

Even an Immortal King could not ensure his own safety out there.

 

Despite her talents, she was too young. She could not go up against the Immortal Spirit Civilisation’s army.

 

Alas, Gu Xianer did not listen to them. She remained in the battlefield, and no one dared to stop her.

 

The Heavenslayers Alliance had no choice but to keep an eye on her. They were still worried that something untoward might happen to her.

 

Gu Xianer performed exceptionally well on the Boundless Battlefield. She killed numerous Immortal Kings from the Immortal Spirit Civilisation. This greatly lifted the spirits of the Prosperous Dao True World’s army.

 

Her reputation rose, and many experts were willing to fight alongside her.

 

When the news reached the ears of the other young prodigies, many set off to fight against the enemy as well.

 

Even Ming, the other Dao Realm ancient cultivator from the Prosperous Dao True World, had gone over in person to protect Gu Xianer.

 

As someone from the Primordial Mythical Era, he was considered the most Senior out of everyone in the Prosperous Dao True World. He knew about Gu Xianer’s past life. She was the one who had led the Great War Against Heaven.

 

Even though Gu Xianer had long since reincarnated and perhaps no longer cared about the past, to Ming, she was still someone deserving of his reverence and respect.

 

Alas, Gu Xianer did not need his protection. She viewed this battle as a chance for her to hone herself and speed up her growth to make up for what she had failed to achieve in recent years.

 

When Gu Xianer was brought up, many in the palace began to sport unusual expressions.

 

Ming saw through their thoughts. His cold gaze swept across the crowd as he said, “Lady Xianer chose to hone herself on the Boundless Battlefield. It has nothing to do with the Alliance Leader. It would be wise of you to not set your sights on her.”

 

He figured that Gu Changge would not ignore the fate of Gu Xianer and the others.

 

However, it was one thing for him to protect his Family and loved ones. It was another to protect the entire Prosperous Dao True World. These were separate matters.

 

Gu Changge once said that the fate of the world had nothing to do with him.

 

Since Ming had given a warning, the beings in the palace fell silent. They dared not comment any further.

 

With a solemn and sorrowful expression, the Tranquil Primate Sage clasped his hands together and said, “I came here thinking I could help the Immortal Domain overcome this crisis, but I did not expect the enemy to be this powerful. I am too weak. When the time comes, I’m afraid I won’t be of great help.” By saying this, he was stating clearly that if it came down to a life-and-death battle, he would not be fighting to the bitter end.

 

Before coming over to Prosperous Dao True World, the Tranquil Primate Sage did not expect to go up against such a fearsome enemy. During this time, the Immortal Spirit Civilisation had been testing the waters to see how powerful the Prosperous Dao True World was. Naturally, they were also doing the same.

 

“Master…” Qing Feng’s expression was sombre. Even though he had the might of an Immortal King, he could not accomplish much in this battle.

 

The Tranquil Primate Sage glanced at Qing Feng before shaking his head. “As long as some prevail, all is not lost. This will be a hard calamity to overcome. You need to be prepared. Even though the Nine Heavens is far away, I am able to take you and your Family over there.”

 

If it had not been for the Eternal Dao Monarch’s instructions, the Tranquil Primate Sage would not have cared about Qing Feng and the Prosperous Dao True World’s situation.

 

He also made this decision out of helplessness.

 

Since even the Tranquil Primate Sage was making such a statement, everyone looked even more glum. Many were sinking into despair. They could no longer see any hope.

 

“Either way, this is a calamity we must face. It is meaningless to rely on anyone else.”

 

“Even if we die, we must make the enemy pay a heavy price.”

 

One of the ancient beings in the palace sighed. He no longer rested his hopes on Gu Changge.

 

No one could deduce Gu Changge’s thoughts and motives, so they could not be sure if he had any intention of protecting the Prosperous Dao True World.

 

Gu Changge did not have a spotless reputation. Those who spoke of him often did so fearfully.

 

The chances of Gu Changge helping them were slim, so instead of relying on Gu Changge, it was better for them to rely on themselves.

 

“What is your plan, Deputy Alliance Leader? We can only rely on you now.” Someone looked at Gu Wuwang.

 

Apart from the Tranquil Primate Sage, Gu Wuwang was the most powerful being in the Prosperous Dao True World now. If he had the means of resisting the onslaught, perhaps the tides could change in their favour.

 

“The River of Destiny has not dried up. Even though this is a serious calamity upon us, there is still hope…” Gu Wuwang stated calmly.

 

The moment he finished speaking, a terrifying image appeared in the ancient mirror.

 

In the Star Territory along the Boundless Battlefield, a horrifying black hand suddenly slammed down.

 

As fragments of Time and Dao shattered, the universe was pierced through and sunk as a result.

 

“A Dao Realm expert has attacked. The Immortal Spirit Civilisation is now launching a full-on assault…”

 

Upon seeing this, Ming and the Drunken Sword Immortal’s expressions both hardened, and their silhouettes vanished from the palace.

 

The leaders of the Forces reacted in shock and horror as well. They swiftly rushed off to the Boundless Battlefield.

 

Even though they were separated by a great distance, they could see that the sky had been ripped apart.

 

Terrifying shockwaves came down upon the True World. Dao quaked and the light above the embankment was on the verge of entirely fading away.

 

The light pillars that could easily destroy armies instantly crumbled and turned into a shower of light.

 

A terrifying silhouette stood deep among the layers of space and time and gazed coldly at the entire Prosperous Dao True World. Its massive black hand stretched out to slam through the universe and make the entire place fall apart.

 

Stars exploded, and the universe swiftly turned to dust. Not a single living being or cultivator could resist. They were like smoke scattering in the wind. In an instant, they turned into nothingness.

 

*Rumble* With a flick of the massive hand, the many shattered universes along the Boundless Battlefield crumbled apart. The ancient battleship close to the attack exploded into smithereens. Even the River of Time dried up.

 

Regardless of who it was, no one could withstand such shockwaves that crushed every bit of their life and strength.

 

This was the might of a Dao Realm expert. With a strike of the hand and not a single divine technique, they were capable of destroying the world.

 

*Rumble* World Principles clashed, and the Great Dao was obliterated!

 

Behind the terrifying figure, many more of the Immortal Spirit Civilisation’s army emerged in all their glory.

 

A horrifying fog shot across the sky and seemed to stretch on forever. The endless sea of dark clouds covered every corner of the sky. Even more terrifying figures stood behind the enormous army. They were gigantic and possessed alarming auras that suffocated everyone.

 

The Immortal Spirit Civilisation launched an invasion. An endless stream of soldiers rushed out of their ancient battleship.

 

More and more rifts formed, and many living beings kept pouring down. It seemed like they would drown out everyone else.

 

“Listen up! Break through the embankment and exterminate all living beings of this True World who are of the Immortal Realm and higher!” The terrifying figure who attacked gave an order. The hand had continued to slam down against the embankment so that the army had more openings to charge through.

 

*Boom!* The booming sound seemed to threaten to destroy the universe as well.

 

“You’ve got a death wish!” The Drunken Sword Immortal rushed forth with a gust of Sword Qi capable of destroying time and Dao. He wanted to slice off the massive hand.

 

Since the Immortal Spirit Civilisation’s Dao Realm being had made a move, he had nothing else to say either. He immediately challenged the former to a battle. His silhouette whizzed through space and arrived outside the edge of the True World.

 

“How laughable. Do you think you can stop us with such meagre power? Throughout the years, we have annihilated True Worlds many times more powerful than yours. If you’re wise, you won’t put up a fight. Submit to us and serve us. Perhaps you can still live.”

 

Another being from the Immortal Spirit Civilisation with strength comparable to the Dao Realm emerged.

 

A strange kind of energy emanated from him. It was as if he did not truly exist.

 

At the same time, it felt like he was a part of the universe and ever-present at all times.

 

Ming’s silhouette rushed out from the edge of the Boundless Battlefield. With an icy expression, he began to duel with this being.

 

The battle had erupted. Even the lingering shockwaves from the fight could make Immortal Kings explode.

 

*Boom!* Just then, silhouettes of varying strength emerged from many parts of the Prosperous Dao True World. Some were Immortal Kings while some were Quasi-Immortal Emperors. They kept charging out onto the battlefield.

 

The world was in an upheaval and the universe was crumbling. It seemed impossible to hold back the Immortal Spirit Civilisation’s army.

 

Over in a different direction, another being as powerful as Dao Realm experts appeared. With a flick of his hand, time and space were decimated. Even Immortal Emperors were crushed, let alone Immortal Kings.

 

Even the Tranquil Primate Sage had no choice but to lead his disciple over and join the resistance efforts. He did his best to occupy the beings with strength that reached the Dao Realm.

 

Thankfully, he was powerful as well. In terms of cultivation, he was only slightly weaker than Gu Wuwang.

 

His opponents were the equivalent of Dao Realm experts who had surpassed the First and Second Decay Tribulations, so he still managed to hold them back.

 

The ultimate battle had broken out so abruptly. No one had the chance to prepare for it.

 

Many of those from the Prosperous Dao True World did not even have the time to react. In the blink of an eye, they lost the Boundless Battlefield as numerous stretches of the universe had been taken over by the enemy.

 

Many territories instantly collapsed. The cultivators there did not even have the time to register what was happening before they turned to dust.

 

Everyone from Immortal Kings to cultivators of lower cultivation realms were engaged in battle. The sound of slaughter echoed through the worlds.

 

Gu Xianer was covered in blood as she single-handedly battled against several Immortal Kings. She was even able to lend a hand to the others on the battlefield.

 

Over in a different part of the battlefield, her Sister, Shen Xianer. was also engaged in a fight. Her hair was stained with blood, and she was covered in wounds.

 

No one could escape this massive battle that affected the entire Prosperous Dao True World.

 

The Immortal Spirit Civilisation’s army was charging far more ferociously now. It was way more alarming than before.

 

They had Dao Realm experts to destroy the Arrays and break through the embankment, so the Prosperous Dao True World’s army had to keep retreating.

 

Soon, many of the universes outside the Immortal Domain had been overtaken.

 

Many were risking it all and fighting with bloodshot eyes. If they continued to retreat in defeat, it meant their last line of defence would crumble. The core of the Prosperous Dao True World, where the worlds and universes of their people, would soon be at risk of destruction as well.