Chapter 75: Furious, Annihilation of Celestial Light!
Today, the celestial gates have swung open.
A dazzling ascent of colorful light cascades down like a heavenly waterfall, as the mortal emperor rises amidst the radiant glow—what a grand spectacle!
Such a scene stretches its visage across the entire mortal realm.
Cultivators and mortals from every corner of the world can witness this grand event with their own eyes.
With the rumors of a “trap” surrounding this ascent spreading like wildfire, this rise to the heavens has garnered even more attention; every cultivator is desperate to find out the truth.
Is the ascent trap real or just a hoax?
The big shots from various factions, the powerful cultivators, especially those with profound skills, are now nervously gazing at the sky.
They watch as the figure within the light soars higher and higher…
At the Jiang Family’s place.
Jiang Wujì and his fellow clan members, along with their “allies,” are anxiously glued to the scene.
Everyone is panting, their eyes glued to the spectacle.
“Whether we can turn the tables depends on this!”
Jiang Wujì gulps down his frustration and shouts silently in his heart.
As long as Ye Qingge, Yuan Ruoyu, and the others ascend successfully, everything will be splendid.
However, the only regret is…
Among the ascendants, Lin Feng is conspicuously missing.
Jiang Wujì grits his teeth, fuming, “What kind of secret method does that guy have? He even dodged the perception of the ascending light!”
Just then, a bl**d-red thread suddenly appears in the sky above them.
It splits the space in two.
Splash—
The bl**d-red thread suddenly unfurls, revealing a massive eyeball, with a pupil that’s a deep crimson whirlpool.
Unfathomable.
A figure in strange attire, tall and masked, emerges from it.
Jiang Wujì and the others are momentarily stunned before dropping to their knees.
“Greetings, Respected Lord of Heavenly Punishment!”
Each cloaked figure bows respectfully, though they’re entirely shocked.
The Lord of Heavenly Punishment has never appeared so openly before.
Even their previous interactions were kept behind closed doors.
What’s the reason for this sudden appearance?
The Lord of Heavenly Punishment’s icy gaze sweeps over them, and the voice that rolls out from beneath the mask seems layered with countless echoes:
“Rise, for the Emperor’s Abyss has been plundered, and the Celestial Court is furious!”
He pauses for a moment and then declares, “From now on, I’ll be overseeing the ascension. Let’s see who dares to defy orders!”
At this, a wave of joy bursts forth in Jiang Wujì’s heart—they feel bulletproof now.
They glance at each other, seeing the joy reflected in each other’s eyes.
Jiang Wujì promptly replies, “As long as you give the order, we’ll follow you to the ends of the earth!”
He pauses again and adds, “With you personally overseeing, surely no one will dare resist!”
Before the Lord of Heavenly Punishment can respond, his gaze suddenly sharpens as he looks off into the distance.
Boom!
A thunderous sound echoes, followed by a terrifying commotion.
Jiang Wujì’s expression changes drastically as he looks over.
He sees Ye Qingge springing into action, her domain swinging wide, smashing the ascent light to pieces.
In her domain, wielding a long whip, she gazes skyward, shouting, “I don’t have time to waste here! Show me your tricks!”
Jiang Wujì’s heart sinks, his expression growing increasingly frosty; but seeing the Lord of Heavenly Punishment at his side eases his worries just a tad.
At that moment!
Ye Xi, Yuan Ruoyu, and the Purple Paulownia Great Emperor, along with a dozen others, also spring into action.
They activate their domains, unleash their powers, and blow away the ascent light surrounding them, hovering high in the air.
The ascent light serves as a guiding force, not incredibly powerful; it wouldn’t be hard for a mortal emperor to either evade or directly smash through it.
Of course, not everyone is willing to relinquish their chance to ascend.
This time, more than a dozen hidden great emperors have been selected by the light; they hesitate, struggling to decide.
For them, cultivating is all about becoming immortal.
Now that the opportunity is within reach, asking them to give up is truly a tough choice.
The remaining emperors exchange glances.
Ultimately, two emperors resolve to break free from the grasp of the ascent light.
The others continue soaring higher.
“I train to achieve longevity and become an immortal!”
“No matter what, I must ascend to the celestial realm. You fools can stay here and wait for d*ath!”
“Give up the chance to ascend just because the Eternal Emperor said so?”
“Not a chance! I’d rather d*e in the celestial realm!”
“I’d rather believe in the celestial realm; when those fools see us passing through the celestial gates, it’ll be too late for regrets!”
Those who refused to give up their chance to ascend rise higher and higher, heading for the celestial door.
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Watching the unfolding scene, the Lord of Heavenly Punishment’s eyes turn unnaturally cold and sinister, but he refrains from making a move.
He waits!
Finally, after a moment passes.
The sky’s atmosphere shifts dramatically; the bright and dazzling radiance becomes dark and foreboding.
An overwhelming pressure crashes down.
Ye Qingge and Qing Dai exchange glances, their expressions turning grave.
All the remaining emperors stand on guard, aware that with so many resisting ascendancy, the Celestial Court definitely won’t let this slide easily.
Ye Xi remains calm, composed as ever.
At this moment, the heavens shift again.
From behind the celestial realm, figures clad in armor and exuding majesty emerge.
Forming a square formation, flags fluttering, a middle-aged man with a stern face and wearing a purple-golden crown strides forth from the depths of the celestial realm.
Behind him, celestial light flows like an ocean.
His eyes blaze with fury as he shouts something from the celestial realm; though the mortals can hear nothing.
Another moment passes.
The silhouettes from the celestial realm disappear without a trace.
“Are those immortals?”
The mortal cultivators gaze at the scene, utterly shocked. Many powerful cultivators have seen the celestial gates open before.
But seeing the celestial figures up close is a first!
This time, they’re not just glimpsing a corner of the celestial realm—they’ve actually seen its inhabitants.
Even Ye Xi and the others are shaken.
As for the emperors still flying towards ascendance, they’re feeling gloriously smug, relieved that their choices were valid!
“The realm behind the gate is the celestial realm, inhabited by immortals!”
“What traps could there be?”
“Ha! The Eternal Emperor is just boasting about his slight edge in strength and spreading nonsense; he really has no idea!”
These emperors, not relinquishing their ascent, continue soaring toward the celestial door.
The higher they climb, the more exhilarated they become as they near that gateway.
Isn’t cultivating all about this moment?
Just then, that doorway bridging the mortal and celestial realms bursts forth with radiant light.
This time, however, it’s not the ascent light.
But a beam of annihilative celestial light.
A deadly brilliance carrying overwhelming power rushes toward those reluctant to ascend.
The celestial realm’s punishment has arrived!
Ye Xi jumps in front of the crowd, warning, “Be careful!”
Behind her, the expressions of the emperors turn stark white. Though they’re prepared, feeling the sheer terror tucked within that celestial light still feels like facing a fierce enemy.
This annihilative celestial light carries a power so formidable that they sense a grave threat.
“Everyone, join forces to defend!”
As Yuan Ruoyu shouts, her domain unfolds, unleashing a torrent of magical power, forming a protective barrier.
The others waste no time!
The emperors activate their spells, conjuring various defensive and life-saving treasures, putting up a barrier resembling a turtle shell.
They huddle within it.
Boom!
Zizzle—
In an instant, the annihilative celestial light strikes against the barrier, producing a deafening crash.
Following that, there’s a bizarre ripple emanating from the celestial light.
The laws of the Great Dao invoked by Yuan Ruoyu and the others seem to be contaminated, suppressed, and gradually melting away.
“Not good!”
Yuan Ruoyu trembles, her expression shifting again.
On the other side, the Lord of Heavenly Punishment watches the unfolding scene, his pupils narrowing sharply, cracking a sinister grin, “I knew it; the Celestial Court was already prepared.”
“This time, I’ll ensure all these treasonous rats are caught in one net!”
Jiang Wujì and the others are elated, cracking their knuckles, ready for action.
Now, strike while the iron is hot!
This is the best moment to capture Yuan Ruoyu and the others—a sweeping victory with over ten emperors? What a huge haul!
But just then, everyone freezes.
They watch as a figure suddenly shoots into the sky, her domain unfolding like a paradise.
Beneath her, a celestial mountain appears.
Pavilions stack high, rivers spill skyward, vibrant light flows, and the sound of celestial music fills the air.
Ye Xi, standing atop the celestial mountain with a glimmering spear, is charging directly toward the celestial door suspended in the void!
Wherever she goes, the annihilative celestial light parts like water!
Her momentum shatters like bamboo!
Seeing this scene sends shockwaves through the cultivators of the Nine States—Ye Xi, has she grown this powerful?
Meanwhile, the Lord of Heavenly Punishment and Jiang Wujì’s faces turn as pale as d*ath.
They are left speechless.
