Limitless Ascension: Strength Amid Adversity – Chapter 159

At this moment.

A large number of Testers were teleported to Fallen Immortal Island, surrounded by wisps of immortal mist. Everyone found themselves in an incredibly vast space, facing a majestic mountain wall, beyond which lay another world.

“Wait a minute, why is my Cultivation Level suppressed to Qi Refining Stage?”

“Hey, mine too!”

“Well, now it’s fair, everyone’s at the same level!”

People chattered excitedly, especially those whose cultivation levels were not advantageous. Seeing that even the big shots were all on the same level, their hearts felt a lot more secure.

“Master, this situation is exactly the same as when we encountered it in Medicine King Valley,” Li Wujie said solemnly, accepting the reality quickly due to his previous experience.

“Is it again the work of the Rule Power?” Hong Qianye looked up at the sky of Fallen Immortal Island, deep in thought.

This was the most mysterious means of an Immortal; it could cover a certain range with the Rule Power and force everything here—every flower, grass, and living beings that entered—to survive according to its will.

The Medicine King Valley was a prime example, and Fallen Immortal Island was naturally the same, ensuring fairness and justice in the trials, eliminating any cultivation level disparities.

“Just get used to it,” Ye Junlin shrugged. After all, he had the golden finger that got stronger with stronger opponents, so the differences in levels didn’t matter to him.

Ye Junlin turned to the other side, where a tall figure dressed in white, draped in a black cloak, stood. Xue Wuhen looked quite confused, his mouth opening and closing, standing there dumbfounded, as if unable to accept that his cultivation level had been casually downgraded.

After all, he had just been promoted to True Immortal, brimming with confidence, looking down upon all beings, but here he was, his level forcefully suppressed to Foundation Establishment after entering the island, reduced to the same status as everyone else.

Anyone would be dumbfounded in such a situation!

“Years have passed, and that senior’s Rule Power remains so powerful; remarkable,” Xue Wuhen adjusted his breathing, reluctantly accepting the reality, his eyes clouded.

He had thought he would undoubtedly win this trial due to his high level, but unexpectedly, he had lost that advantage upon entering. It seemed the upcoming trials wouldn’t be as smooth as he had predicted.

Booming sounds echoed!

Suddenly, the mountain wall ahead cracked without warning, splitting in half and slowly moving apart, a cloud of dust billowing dramatically.

“Is it about to start?” Many people looked puzzled.

When the two mountains were fully separated, the scene before them caused their expressions to change.

There were golden rice fields, cold glaciers, scorching Flame Mountain, lush green grasslands, and so on. These places, combined, created an intense sense of disharmony.

Upon closer inspection, they found that all locations were divided into paths extending from the starting point to the end, dotted with square grids, each holding different items—some were treasure chests, others were magical artifacts, and some were statues.

“What’s going on?” Everyone was baffled.

Just as they guessed the content of the trials, a booming voice resonated in the valley,

“The rules are as follows: each person will roll a die to determine their points and advance according to the results. Various unexpected events will occur along the way, but regardless of the process, you must reach the finish line before the hourglass runs out to qualify for the next level.”

“Of course, the trial is safe; if you feel in danger, you can shout ‘give up’ at any time, and you will be swiftly teleported off the island.”

As soon as the voice faded away, a gigantic golden hourglass appeared in the air, slowly dropping fine sand.

Then, each path representing the starting point emitted a warning red glow, alerting the Testers to quickly take their positions.

At each location, a palm-sized die floated, its faces shimmering with gold, containing strange energy fluctuations. This was the die symbolizing fairness; the numbers rolled were purely based on luck!

“Hmm? This kind of trial is a first for me,” Hong Qianye’s face displayed an astonished expression.

“Time is tight; let’s get started!” Li Wujie dashed off enthusiastically, his eyes sparkling with excitement.

Everyone rushed to their paths, and after settling in, they rolled the dice, moving according to the numbers.

Only Ye Junlin stood frozen in place.

He gazed at the scene, sinking into deep contemplation, and after a few seconds managed to blurt out, “Good grief, is this basically flying chess?”

Yes, the first round of trials on Fallen Immortal Island was indeed flying chess!

Just a quirky version that could accommodate more players, aiming for thrill and excitement.

At this moment.

Many Testers set out along the paths.

Notably, each path had a faint glow rising, blocking any fluctuations and external forces, ensuring that those on each path couldn’t affect each other, eliminating the possibility of sneak attacks and interference.

Clatter-clatter.

The die stopped, revealing a shining golden five, which satisfied Xue Wuhen, who then moved forward five grids, standing in front of a bronze treasure chest.

“What’s inside?”

Xue Wuhen narrowed his eyes and cautiously opened the chest, light bursting forth from within. It was a bright yellow card.

The card had several lines of ancient and obscure text, but it automatically translated its meaning in his mind.

“Perform a gorilla dance for eight seconds at the spot, can instantly cross seventy grids. If ignored, you will automatically retreat to the starting point.”

Xue Wuhen was taken aback.

His stern face gradually twitched, his mind filled with a thousand elegant greetings for the rule maker.

He had moved quite a distance from the starting point; going back would mean falling far behind the others.

But here he was, the world-famous white-clad sword fairy, being asked to mimic a gorilla dance on site. That was a psychological hurdle that simply wouldn’t fly.

After a while, seeing the other Testers bravely forging ahead, Xue Wuhen gritted his teeth, a ruthless look flashing in his eyes.

When he lifted his face again, his eyes widened, fists pounding on his chest, his body bouncing as he emitted excited gorilla noises, “Hoo hoo hoo~”

“Oh boy,” the nearby cultivators gazed in shock before hurriedly turning away, terrified of being remembered by this white-clad sword fairy, fearing later retribution…

“It’s just a trial, no big deal.” Xue Wuhen consoled himself as he felt the unusual gazes around him.

After completing the performance, he was instantly teleported fifty grids ahead, leading most Testers by a long shot.

Meanwhile, Hong Qianye, her hair flying, held a crimson longsword obtained midway and unleashed a fiery sword light, blasting a monster before her.

The monster, a statue turned living creature, possessed Foundation Establishment strength and was about to pounce on Hong Qianye but was obliterated by the fiery sword light.

Hong Qianye continued to roll the die, scoring a six, a triumphant smile curling on her lips as she stepped into the designated square.

“God is aiding me; this is a golden treasure chest!”

“Let’s see what good stuff is inside?”

In high spirits, Hong Qianye opened the golden chest before her, and a shiny card floated out. She reached out to grab it, her beautiful Danfeng eyes narrowing.

“Expend all your energy and loudly shout, ‘I need a man to love me!’ Repeat six times, and you can jump two hundred and fifty grids. If ignored, you will be forcibly stopped for ninety minutes…”

Hong Qianye’s smile disappeared, and her hand holding the card trembled as her mouth twitched uncontrollably.

She never expected to face such a bizarre choice.

What mindset did that senior who set this rule have?

You can’t possibly think you’re funny, right?

Grinding her silver teeth, Hong Qianye felt a strong resistance within, yet the punishment would leave her stuck for ninety minutes, which basically meant she was out of the game.

Hesitating, a line of text suddenly appeared before her: “Please make your choice quickly.”

Hong Qianye knew she had to act fast, or it would count as ignoring the rule.

Sweat beads formed on her forehead, her gaze fluctuating crazily, her heart racing.

“Who do I think I am to just give up like this?”

“Once I reach the pinnacle of the Dao, all beings will be mere clouds!”

“Let’s do it!”

The next second.

A desperate scream echoed repeatedly.

Especially the bold content of this shout made many men turn their heads in shock, wanting to see who had such boldness.

“I need a man to love me!”

“I need a man to love me!”

“I need a man to love me!”

…

In everyone’s eyes, she was a striking woman in a vivid red dress, her skin smooth and white, her collarbone perfect, her figure slender like a willow, with three thousand strands of hair cascading down to her waist, and a stunning face that resembled a stunning painting.

Anyone who saw such a noble and cold beauty would think of words like breathtakingly beautiful or unmatched in the world.

Yet, this person was currently going wild, tightening her fists and shouting those words.

“Gasp!!”

Li Wujie gasped in disbelief and said reverently, “Senior Red has quite the guts!”

He had been steady throughout, not ranking very high, but still situated comfortably in the middle.

Many male Testers stopped to watch, pointing and gossiping, for such a beautiful woman boldly shouting these words was something they had never witnessed before.

“Hey, did you all hear? Red Fairy needs a man to love her!”

“Shh, keep it down! She’s probably just completing the treasure chest task; mind your words, or we’ll face her wrath later. Quick, hurry up!”

“Thank you for the reminder, I was indeed lost in thought!”

…

Seeing many men excited, the female cultivators turned red-faced, spitting in frustration.

Hearing the whispers around her, Hong Qianye held back her shame, and after shouting her guts out, she was instantly teleported to her designated spot.

While she was almost assured of passing, Hong Qianye couldn’t feel any joy.

The price she paid was too high!

“By the way, I’ve been working so hard; where is that guy named Ye?” Hong Qianye suddenly recalled and turned to look.

Her eyelashes fluttered in disbelief.

No way, did he seriously still stand there?!

Hong Qianye hadn’t expected Ye Junlin to still be stationary, seemingly observing.

“Heh, I don’t know what’s got him so distracted, but at least there’s one less strong competitor,” she thought coldly, turning her head back to continue rolling her die and advancing according to the designated points.

Meanwhile.

Ye Junlin rubbed his chin and said, “Interesting, very interesting; it seems this round of the trial tests the Tester’s luck, courage, and mindset!”

One had to admit, the master of Fallen Immortal Island had a great mind; his thinking was incredibly advanced.

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