Limitless Ascension: Strength Amid Adversity – Chapter 186

“Agreed.” Ye Junlin nodded.

What he didn’t know was that a hundred levels of mental power was already at the Immortal King level. To have this kind of prowess before even becoming an Immortal? That was absolutely unheard of across the myriad worlds.

Even more shocking was that his vast mental power was actually due to the system existing in his mind…

After all, having such an inexplicable system implanted in his mind, it was only natural for Ye Junlin’s mental power to receive a boost!

Liu Huangshu felt that this young man was his nemesis. From the start of the trials until now, Ye Junlin’s performance had completely overturned his understanding. Now, when Liu Huangshu wanted to teach him something within his area of expertise, he ended up being completely crushed instead.

I’m exhausted…

Liu Huangshu sighed to the sky, feeling a mix of emotions he couldn’t quite articulate.

Perhaps this was just how the new waves push the old ones out; the old waves die on the beach.

Maybe this monster was the result of the Kunlun Realm gathering the power of the heavens over millions of years of lost time. If that were true, it would explain everything…

Liu Huangshu comforted himself and adjusted his mental state, revealing a relieved smile. “Young one, would you like to further learn about formations? I can guide you.”

With a hundred levels of mental power, he was already at the maximum limit for a Heavenly Formation Master. If he reached a hundred and one, that would mark the threshold for becoming a Dao Formation Master.

For Ye Junlin, a super anomaly never seen before, Liu Huangshu truly felt the desire to nurture talent. He wanted to pass down his knowledge of formations early on, turning Ye Junlin into a true Heavenly Formation Master.

You see, even in his era, the status of a Heavenly Formation Master was highly coveted, a sort of big shot that all the great holy lands and sects wanted to promote.

Every Immortal King would treat them with respect, and if they sought connections, even an Immortal Emperor would regard them as honored guests, not daring to neglect them.

Because if someday, a Heavenly Formation Master managed to accidentally break through to the level of a Dao Formation Master, their personal influence and potential could rival hundreds of Immortal Emperors!

And at the peak, a Dao Formation Master could put even a typical Immortal Emperor to shame!

That’s the value of a Heavenly Formation Master!

Just when Liu Huangshu was full of passion, ready to cultivate a formation prodigy to help the Kunlun Realm through tough times, Ye Junlin suddenly interrupted with a resolute voice,

“Thanks, but I decline!”

His tone was polite, but it couldn’t hide that rejection.

Liu Huangshu: “???”

What’s going on here?

I, a dignified formation elder, am willing to teach you about formations, hand in hand, on how to improve your arrangement skills, and you just flat out refuse?

What a rare opportunity!

In the past, if Liu Huangshu announced he was accepting disciples, all the formation masters in the Kunlun Realm would be excited and crazy. Every time he held a lecture and selflessly taught even a little, countless formation masters would be reduced to tears, wanting to bow their heads and recognize him as their father.

And you just refuse?!!

Not giving me any face at all?

How rude…

At this moment.

Ye Junlin was feeling total rejection from head to toe regarding Liu Huangshu wanting to teach him the art of formations.

The reason was simple; he had zero talent for formations. All his skills and levels came from the experience packages granted by the system, meaning he could master anything in an instant without any hands-on exploration or improvement!

Besides, why would he struggle to learn when he had experience packages to help him out?

That’s just asking for trouble, right?

So, out of courtesy, Ye Junlin firmly turned down the elder’s good intentions.

Learning was impossible, it would never happen. With experience packages from the system, even a newbie could become a master. Why on earth would he bother learning anything!

Liu Huangshu put on a serious face. “Young one, do you even know what you’re saying? This is a huge opportunity for you; you should cherish it!”

Ye Junlin scratched his nose, responding dismissively, “Oh.”

“I guarantee that if you stay in this mental space for a while, I can bring your formation skills from the level of a Ground Formation Master all the way to that of a Heavenly Formation Master!”

“Uh-huh.”

“Do you even know what a Heavenly Formation Master means? They’re highly sought after in the Immortal Realm!”

“Yep.”

“Please, let me teach you. Just one chance, I beg you…”

“Okay.”

“I’ll do something to your mom, you know?!”

Liu Huangshu couldn’t take it anymore. His previously serene demeanor turned aggressive, losing control and exploding at Ye Junlin in frustration.

Ye Junlin: “…”

Is it really that serious?

I just don’t want to learn; why are you pushing this on me?

“Senior Liu, I understand your intentions, but you really don’t need to care so much about me. After all, my mental power aptitude is quite poor, only at a measly hundred levels—just so-so,” Ye Junlin said regretfully with a sigh.

Boom!

Liu Huangshu felt like he was struck by lightning. Angrily clutching his chest, he staggered back a few steps, trembling as he pointed his finger at Ye Junlin and managed to stutter, “You… you freaking…”

Is this even human talk?

If your talent is so poor, what does that make me?

Less than garbage?

Liu Huangshu thought he couldn’t let this person stay any longer. Otherwise, he couldn’t imagine what kind of blow he’d take next.

“Ah, well, your luck is against the odds; your destiny is set.”

Liu Huangshu tiredly waved his hand. “Now I’ll send you out, announcing the final winner of the trials. Fallen Immortal Island is yours now; take good care of everything on the island.”

“Thank you!” Ye Junlin clasped his hands in gratitude. After all, this elder was pretty nice, willing to teach him despite seeing his lack of talent, so he deserved politeness in return.

…

Outside, there was a huge crowd bustling with martial artists, all pointing at the floating island in the sky.

The legacy of Fallen Immortal Island was drawing worldwide attention.

Different races of beings were filled with anticipation and curiosity, eager to see who would emerge victorious in this trial.

As the third stage closed, the ninety-nine eliminated testers were teleported out by a surge of power.

Some were shaking their heads in despair, others breathed a sigh of relief, some were pounding their chests in regret, while others sighed to the heavens…

In short, everyone expressed their feelings differently.

“Hey, I guess I wasn’t meant to be a part of this, just a supporting role the whole time.”

“Why belittle yourself, friend? We made it to the third stage, worth boasting about when we get back.”

“Haha, well said! It’s all about participation!”

“So what actually happened in the end? Before I died, I saw the muscle girl and senior Xue teaming up to wipe the floor.”

“Ugh! Speaking of that, I want to know who that muscle girl really is! I’ve never seen such a weird person in my life!”

“Honestly, she isn’t all that bad, the real annoyance is that bald guy named Li Wujie. That smug expression of his just makes me furious to think about!”

“Hey, I’m not joking; if I find out this guy’s true identity, I’ll definitely teach him a lesson!”

…

The crowd’s excitement was at an all-time high, with discussions revolving around the muscle girl and the bald man, as they were the two most hateable characters.

“Hey, look! That’s senior Xue, how could he be out too?” a young man exclaimed as he spotted the familiar figure in white.

“Wait, does that mean he didn’t get a spot this time?!”

“Who is so powerful to eliminate senior Xue?”

“Could it be the muscle girl?!”

The others let their imagination run wild with their guesses.

Among them, a cold man in white, standing with his sword drawn, stared longingly at the Fallen Immortal Island enveloped in celestial light, a hint of reluctance in his eyes.

“Ah, this farewell might just mean I won’t see you again in this lifetime,” Xue Wuhen sighed.

From beginning to end, he had no idea of the true identity of the other party. She was the most unique girl he had ever encountered.

What a shame; a fateful encounter with no connection.

Xue Wuhen felt bitterness in his heart; after all, his true identity during the third-round trial was known to everyone. If that extraordinary girl truly held any intention of forming a bond, she would have approached him.

But now, after waiting a long time, she hadn’t shown up, leaving him to ponder what that might mean.

No wonder his master said that a woman’s heart is like a needle at the bottom of the sea. Maybe experiences shared in the projected world meant nothing.

The more Xue Wuhen thought about it, the more uncomfortable he became.

He had always been devoted to the Sword Path, madly obsessed with it in this lifetime. Even when he traveled the world with various women admiring him, wanting to develop relationships, he always ignored them, regarding them as nothing but fleeting shadows.

Because he firmly believed that women would only slow him down in wielding his sword!

But now, this unexpected encounter had shaken Xue Wuhen’s heart…

That muscle girl, with her open and genuine personality, had evoked a feeling he had never had before towards the opposite sex.

As the saying goes, “a graceful lady, a gentleman shall pursue.”

Falling head over heels was nothing like it.

To ordinary folks, the muscle girl’s image was unpleasant, a blatant challenge to traditional aesthetics. Yet to Xue Wuhen, beneath that overly masculine exterior lay a unique cute charm.

She’s just so adorable.

A feeling of wanting to hold her close and care for her gently blossomed.

“Since you don’t wish to meet me, then I shan’t dwell on it too much. I hope one day when I aim for the Heavenly Dao, you will witness it with your own eyes…” Xue Wuhen murmured, visibly disheartened.

Snowflakes danced around him, amplifying that forlorn mood.

“I don’t know why, but seeing senior Xue like this makes my heart ache. Boo-hoo,” a female cultivator said, her eyes reddening as tears streamed down her cheeks.

“Yeah, it’s just sad enough to make you cry. So strange,” chimed in her female companion, pulling out a handkerchief to wipe her tears, her voice choked.

“Boo-hoo…” As an Immortal, Xue Wuhen’s released sorrowful emotions affected those around him, especially the female cultivators. They looked at his lonely figure wrapped in snowflakes and cried bitterly.

“What’s happening?” Many male cultivators widened their eyes in disbelief.

In the distance, Hong Qianye witnessed this scene, elbowing the Hat Man beside her, teasingly commenting, “Hey, Li Wujie, not bad, even a sword immortals is smitten by you. Why not go confess your identity? Let everyone have a look.”

Li Wujie’s eye twitched. Creating the image of the muscle girl was the dumbest thing he had done in his life!

Who knew that such a quirky character would actually attract some men?

Hearing Hong Qianye’s teasing remarks, Li Wujie erupted angrily, gripping the handle of his sword tightly, gritting his teeth, “I warn you, don’t talk nonsense, or I swear I’ll bring you down with me!”

If she dared to spread it around, he’d slice her down and activate his bloodline, vowing to end it there!

This stain had to be concealed forever!

Forever!