Limitless Ascension: Strength Amid Adversity – Chapter 187

Seeing the Hat Man’s stern warning, Hong Qianye realized how serious this was. If he really leaked the news, the other party would definitely go crazy on the spot.

“Who do you think you’re threatening? You really think you can take me on?” Hong Qianye shot back, not backing down.

Just as a flash of anger crossed Li Wujie’s eyes and he gripped the hilt of his sword, pulling out half of the long blade, Hong Qianye casually turned her head and said, “But since this is for my Master’s sake, I can keep your secret. Just watch your words in the future and show some respect.”

Realizing what she meant, Li Wujie reluctantly slipped the sword back in its sheath, glaring at her exquisite profile and snorted, “Hmph!”

Both knew what was going on and decided to give each other a way out.

At that moment…

In the crowd, a mysterious figure dressed in a black robe stood still. Under the brim of the hood, a handsome face twisted in torment, his red eyes terrifying like a beast, mumbling over and over:

“It’s gone, the chance for immortality is gone…”

Chen Xiao fell into immense pain and loss at the thought of the victory that should have been his, snatched away so easily, contrasting starkly with his earlier confidence and pride.

“Why? I clearly had the upper hand, obtained the Divine Dragon Power, I should be invincible, but then that guy with the Dragon-Slaying Blade just showed up…”

Remembering that Bald Man’s smug face as he hacked Chen Xiao up, he was filled with rage, his fists cracking as all his muscles tensed.

He was furious!!!

Furious at why the master of Fallen Immortal Island didn’t choose him!

Furious at himself for humiliating himself!

And even more furious at that guy called ‘Invincible But Lonely’ for robbing him of what was rightfully his chance for immortality!

“That shameless bastard, I’m going to kill him! I swear I’ll kill him!” Chen Xiao’s eyes blazed with hatred, his voice a low growl, nearly shattering as he grit his teeth.

“Saint Son, since you’ve failed the trials, let’s get out of here quickly!” Old Liu’s figure darted over, grabbing Chen Xiao, eager to leave.

“Get lost!” Chen Xiao shrugged off Old Liu’s hand, his tone extremely unpleasant.

“You—” Old Liu’s face turned ashen. He was the Supreme Elder of the Yuhua Sect, yet he was being disrespected by a junior like this.

However, facing Chen Xiao’s rudeness, Old Liu had no choice but to swallow his anger. After all, the other party was a key figure valued by the Five Ancestors; he simply couldn’t afford to offend him now.

Old Liu forced out a stiff smile, trying to calm the situation, “Saint Son, why not let it go? You just weren’t meant to inherit this legacy. I’m worried that if we wait any longer, things might change.”

“Hmph, I don’t care; I’m staying right here to see who that bastard is who eliminated me!” Chen Xiao ground his teeth in anger.

Upon hearing this, Old Liu’s smile immediately vanished. He turned away in frustration, muttering to himself, “With your temperament, it’s a miracle you could inherit Fallen Immortal Island; what a foolish brat!”

Boom!

At that moment, Fallen Immortal Island erupted with a colossal golden beam of light, illuminating the vast sky, auspicious energy spreading for miles, and the sound of ethereal music echoing endlessly.

It was an overwhelming spectacle, majestic and grand, as if it were announcing to all living beings to witness!

“Oh my God, look over there!” Gasps arose from the crowd.

“Is this the inheritance ceremony of Fallen Immortal Island?” one powerful cultivator exclaimed in shock.

“I just want to know, who is the ultimate winner!” countless cultivators stared with eager eyes.

“Dammit, anyone but that bastard who blew up my sculpture!” Li Wujie fumed, still resentful about his sculpture getting destroyed.

After all, in the projection world, Li Wujie took pride in having such a large sculpture, only for it to be brutally exploded by someone, so he held this grudge deep in his heart, hoping the inheritor of Fallen Immortal Island would be anyone but that bastard who smashed his sculpture!

Hong Qianye narrowed her eyes, a glimmer of insight flashing through them, vaguely feeling it would be that ‘Ye’ guy who emerged victorious.

“I can’t imagine if he really inherits Fallen Immortal Island; how far from my day of turning the tables will that be?” Hong Qianye’s thoughts spiraled.

At that moment, a deep, authoritative voice resonated from Fallen Immortal Island, echoing through the heavens and earth, “Now, we officially begin the transfer of control of Fallen Immortal Island!”

As soon as the words were spoken, the island shook violently, countless brilliant beams of light burst forth, as if the great sun was born anew, exuding a divine aura.

Under everyone’s gaze, a familiar figure slowly rose with the light, seemingly enveloped in a golden orb.

Silver hair cascaded like a waterfall, a handsome face radiating an ancient aura, merging perfectly with the energy of Fallen Immortal Island.

“That’s Senior Ye!!”

As soon as the figure was recognized, the crowd erupted in cheers.

“Awesome! Senior Ye got the inheritance!” The cultivators from the Arid Province rejoiced, dancing in excitement.

“No—!!”

Seeing that the Bald Man was Ye Junlin, Chen Xiao broke down completely, clutching his chest as if nearly choking, blood spewing from his mouth, shaking with rage.

This was worse than being killed!!

Chen Xiao’s face twitched with pain, his heart feeling like it was being torn apart, “Why was it you…”

Chen Xiao would rather anyone else in the crowd claim this chance than see it fall into Ye Junlin’s hands.

Because he was the one who killed his father!

Now, the other party was climbing on top of him, obtaining this unparalleled chance for immortality, and remembering how he begged for mercy in the projection world made Chen Xiao feel utterly humiliated, his dignity shattered, choking him heavily.

“Ah…” Chen Xiao threw his head back and screamed, as if trying to release his pent-up frustration and hatred.

Watching the silver-haired youth enveloped in light, like an Immortal Emperor in the sky, Old Liu’s pupils constricted sharply, disbelief washing over his face as he muttered, “How could it be him? Is he just too lucky?”

Suddenly, Old Liu thought of something, glancing to the side as if sensing something, then quickly turned his gaze back, a cold smile creeping up his lips, “Heh, Ye Junlin, enjoy your moment of glory while it lasts, because soon you’ll be wiped from this world!”

Before long, the celestial light began to dissipate, ending the inheritance ceremony of Fallen Immortal Island.

Ye Junlin floated above the island, his hair a wild mess, his eyes shone with brilliance, his aura ethereal like a celestial being.

“This inheritance ceremony certainly made quite the show.”

“Not bad, I like it.”

As he spoke, Ye Junlin immersed himself in the moment, feeling a mysterious connection between himself and the floating island.

However, he knew he’d have to gradually explore the functions and roles of Fallen Immortal Island later on.

After all, this place had been home to a top-tier master; its uses would likely be vast, so he shouldn’t jump to conclusions just yet.

“Senior Ye, congratulations!” the crowd clasped their hands in greeting, their hearts filled with envy.

“Haha, it’s Master who got the inheritance!” Li Wujie was overjoyed, secretly relieved that it wasn’t that bastard who exploded his sculpture.

“Can’t believe it’s really him.” Hong Qianye bit down on her lip, feeling an ache in her heart.

Heaven, aside from being lazy and doing nothing, what’s so special about this guy that you favor him so much?

And here I am, trying so hard, yet you don’t even see me?

Aren’t the heavens supposed to reward diligence?

I’m exhausted.

Ye Junlin wore a faint smile. Although he didn’t care much for the inheritance of Fallen Immortal Island and treated the three trials as mere games to win, since he obtained it, he figured he should acknowledge everyone’s congratulations with the right words.

“Congratulations to all,” he said, looking at the dense crowd with a serious face.

“Senior Ye, you gained benefits from the immortal techniques in the first two rounds, and in the final round, you emerged as the winner, how enviable you are!” Xue Wuhen sincerely exclaimed.

Compared to Ye Junlin’s current potential, he didn’t feel he measured up at all; even if he did somehow become an immortal, Ye Junlin was certainly capable of surpassing him.

But thinking about it, this guy indeed had the talent; just from a simple note, he managed to gain enlightenment and ascend to immortality, no one else could accomplish that!

Upon hearing this, Ye Junlin sized up the man in white, then seriously said, “You’re not so bad yourself; at least you’ve made it through all three trials…”

Xue Wuhen’s mouth twitched, feeling like the compliment was a bit forced, strangely backhanded.

Senior Ye, if you can’t compliment, don’t force it!

Given the special occasion, Xue Wuhen forced a stiff smile, “Yeah, you’re right!”

Just as everyone was congratulating Ye Junlin on his inheritance, Liu Huangshu, standing in a secluded mountain courtyard, lightly stroked his beard and sighed:

“Young one, my mission is complete. I look forward to meeting you again by fate; farewell.”

With that, he vanished into thin air, completely dissipating within Fallen Immortal Island.

As a remnant thought of the first chief island master, he would naturally fade away after successfully selecting a new heir.

This was his mission, and it was also his task.

…

In the Immortal Realm.

In an unparalleled palace standing tall on a majestic immortal mountain.

A middle-aged Taoist, exuding an air of immortality in his dark blue robe and hair styled in a bun, looked at the holographic image generated by the compass. The numerous red dots continuously closing in made his expression grim.

Beside him stood several powerful figures, all esteemed Immortal Emperors in the realm, all showing serious expressions as they stared at the compass’s depiction.

Those numerous red dots represented the Extraterrestrial Allied Forces!

“Sigh, the starry sky defense line keeps falling, the enemy forces are closing in on the Immortal Realm. At this rate, can this vast Immortal Realm even remain intact?” one youthful Immortal Emperor lamented.

Liu Huangshu was about to say something when suddenly, inspiration struck him, standing frozen in place, his mind receiving feedback from the spiritual entity.

Moments later, Liu Huangshu regained clarity in his eyes, then threw his head back and burst into laughter, clapping his hands, “Hahaha… Good! Very good!!”

The young Immortal Emperor: “???”

The other Immortal Emperors exchanged glances, wondering if the pressure had driven him mad.