Chapter 496: Ascending the Immortal Platform
The day of the grand battle had finally arrived.
On this day, countless disciples of the Xuantian Sect were still buzzing with excitement. In their minds, this day was simply Master Youyue’s day of enlightenment—little did they know that lurking underneath was a tidal wave of danger!
Thousands of disciples were blissfully unaware of the impending peril.
But hey, if you spook the snake hiding in the grass, all the preparations would be rendered useless, and the big fish wouldn’t bite!
Some might think it cold-hearted to drag so many into harm’s way. But when it comes down to it—if you don’t cut off the rotten wood, it’ll only make the chaos worse!
When you stand on the heights of such power, the only thing left is to make choices.
That’s the real world, the cruel reality where the safety of billions in the cultivation realm is at stake. If these upright folks aren’t willing to make sacrifices, what’s the point in even discussing their uprightness?
Furthermore, Qin Wushuang had faith that her disciples would surely pull through whatever challenges lay ahead.
The Xuantian Sect’s Ascending the Immortal Platform, which hadn’t opened in nearly a hundred years, was finally being revealed to the world again.
This was once the sacred ground for enlightenment in the Xuantian Sect, where countless ancestors had comprehended the Great Dao and even succeeded in Dao Integration!
It was originally the spot where a supreme power from ancient times underwent tribulation to become a deity, with hundreds of intersecting spiritual veins hidden underground, later managed by the Xuantian Sect and nurtured with the Heavenly Origin Ancestor Talisman.
Standing on the Immortal Platform could maximize a cultivator’s comprehension of the Heavenly Dao!
However, since the Heavenly Dao had been obscured a century ago, the Immortal Platform had remained closed—until today, when it finally opened its doors again.
After a century of accumulation, the spiritual energy surrounding this place was imbued with traces of the Great Dao’s insight.
If this special spiritual energy could be absorbed, it might temporarily enlighten a cultivator and boost their comprehension!
A massive green altar appeared, occupying a radius of five miles, its green light swirling, looking quite extraordinary.
Surrounding the altar was a fortress of formations, restrictions, and all sorts of defensive structures, layered tight as a drum.
These were all artifacts and treasures brought by the major powers from the Five Continents to assist Master Youyue in her enlightenment.
The Immortal Alliance also brought three jade boxes, each containing two Great Dao Pills, said to be divine pills crafted by ancient supreme beings, their rank unknown. Each pill was said to enhance the success rate of enlightenment by ten percent!
These Great Dao Pills were absolute treasures that no other power possessed besides the Immortal Alliance.
The Xuantian Sect provided the Immortal Platform, the Five Continents’ powers pitched in to guard it, and the Immortal Alliance delivered the Great Dao Pills…
To ensure Master Youyue’s success in her enlightenment, everyone was pouring in their heart and soul.
At this moment, Master Youyue stood outside the Immortal Platform alongside the other powerful beings, an sea of anticipation surrounding her.
Today, Master Youyue donned a brand new white robe, her long black hair slightly tied up, with a few strands cascading down her forehead. Though still as cool as a cucumber, she gave off a slightly different vibe.
It felt like she was no longer the frigid ice queen everyone knew.
Upon closer inspection, there was a flower glowing faintly perched atop her head, radiating light as pure as moonlight.
Those familiar with Master Youyue couldn’t help but do a double-take.
Is that the sun rising from the west? Master Youyue is actually decorating herself?!
No kidding, at least Master Linghua had never seen her dolling herself up—she was always so plain, a fact that had previously become fodder for Master Linghua’s teasing.
Though it was just a flower, it was shocking enough!
What’s the deal? Did she suddenly have a breakthrough? Could it be… a man involved?
Master Youyue paid no heed to the gazes upon her. Her hand delicately brushed the Moonlight Grass atop her head, filling her heart with a serene and peaceful feeling, as though nothing could disturb her mindset.
“Master Youyue, it’s all up to you now.”
The mighty ones led by Mo Xiangsi offered her their blessings.
“I’ll give it my all!”
She nodded, then soared toward the altar.
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“Yun Zhonghe! We’re on our way!”
Mu Jixue and the others rallied under Yun Zhonghe’s call, all gathering in his little pad early.
Today, the great battle was set to erupt. According to Qin Wushuang, the Outer Gate would be relatively safe, while the Inner Gate’s Eight Peaks were the main battlegrounds.
So, Yun Zhonghe had summoned his friends early—more people meant better defense against enemies.
Mu Jixue, Lin Zhongyu, and Su Xiaoxiao were all here, with Tao Jiu’er and Chen Leling tagging along with Yun Zhonghe.
As for Su Xinghe, being the Inner Gate manager, she had her own tasks and couldn’t join Yun Zhonghe.
Xia Linglong and Qin Hongye had also been dispatched by their fathers elsewhere.
And Little Fox, Hu Shang? She had already left the Xuantian Mansion yesterday.
Hu Shang had been waiting for Yun Zhonghe to take her out, but with the news of an impending invasion from the Demon Path, Yun Zhonghe had no time for fun and was methodically boosting his strength instead.
Thus, he tactfully explained the situation to her, promising to invite her back to the Xuantian Mansion to play later, and she reluctantly took her leave.
In essence, everyone’s situation was relatively safe.
“Today, we’ll stick together. No solo adventures, understood?”
Mu Jixue and the others wore serious expressions, all nodding in agreement—they knew the gravity of the matter.
Even Tao Jiu’er had swapped into a form-fitting action outfit and donned black and red arm guards, her hair swept up in a high ponytail.
Though she had always been known as Yun Zhonghe’s maid, let’s not forget she held another secret identity as his dark guard.
Her skills? Even Yun Zhonghe had yet to fully comprehend them!
“As for Leling…”
“Woohoo~”
Chen Leling looked eagerly at Yun Zhonghe, as if ready for some fun.
She didn’t quite grasp what they were up to, but everything felt refreshing, especially seeing Jiu’er in her new outfit—she looked so peculiar!
Why did her outfit have to be so high-cut? It seemed like it was going to reveal everything!
Seeing Chen Leling’s innocent and puzzled expression, Yun Zhonghe felt that leaving her unrestricted might not be so safe: “Leling, you’ll stay in the spatial ring. If I need you, I’ll summon you.”
“Eh~~~~”
Hearing she’d be stuck in the ring, she immediately pouted in discontent.
But there was no other choice. Today wasn’t for playtime—it was the real deal.
Finally, after the four girls teamed up to pacify her, Chen Leling reluctantly agreed.
Once Leling was settled, Yun Zhonghe gazed toward the back of the sect.
A strong sense of the Heavenly Dao’s energy fluctuated overhead.
It felt similar to when Yun Zhonghe faced the Disaster Empress!
Looks like Master Youyue was starting her enlightenment.
“Yun Zhonghe, over there at the Xuantian Mansion…”
Mu Jixue pointed toward the distant horizon.
She could sense the stirring from the outer circle—the commotion was palpable.
Though it wasn’t visible to the n*ked eye, the fires of battle were indeed beginning to blaze.
