Limitless Ascension: Strength Amid Adversity – Chapter 189

Kunlun Realm.

Eastern Domain, Arid Province.

A massive floating island hovered in the sky, continuously exuding misty immortal energy. Inside it were invaluable cultivation resources that could stir a global frenzy; usually, it would attract countless cultivators desperate to snatch a piece. But now, they could only gaze at it enviously.

You see, this Fallen Immortal Island was already claimed by that silver-haired youth alone. Anyone foolish enough to try and meddle would find themselves at odds with him, and the outcome was easy to imagine.

Some scheming individuals tried hard to shout slogans about opening the Fallen Immortal Island to benefit humanity and such, but when the words were on the tip of their tongues, they swallowed them back down.

Why? Because trying would mean death!

Let’s not even mention that he was a terrifying entity known as the God of Killing, carrying what seemed to be an immortal artifact.

Even the renowned sword immortal Xue Wuhen regarded him with utmost respect. Who would dare to play around during such a critical moment?!

So, despite the enormous temptation in front of them, even though most cultivators were tempted, their faces wore smiles, perfectly concealing their true feelings.

The scene was cheerful, and the atmosphere incredibly harmonious.

Hong Qianye, arms crossed and her exquisite Danfeng Eyes slowly scanning the crowd, took in the varying expressions, sneering coldly.

“Heh.”

As a Demonic Cultivator, she was all too familiar with this.

“What are you laughing at?” Li Wujie asked.

“I’m laughing at the hypocrisy of human nature.”

Hong Qianye squinted her eyes, a glint of harshness flickering beneath her gaze as she recalled her tough upbringing in the demonic path. Her tone was a mix of cool detachment and mockery.

“When you’re weak, you’ll find that the world is filled with malice, and everyone is willing to step on you. But when you become infinitely strong, you’ll see kindness everywhere, with everyone greeting you with smiles, too afraid to offend you.”

“Just like now, many outsiders covet the precious cultivation resources from the Fallen Immortal Island, but because of Master’s terrifying strength, they can only hide their malicious thoughts and feign a face of warm congratulations.”

“Tsk tsk, what we call human nature is just a disguise for our beastly instincts.”

Upon hearing this.

Looking at the radiant silver-haired youth, adored by all, and then glancing around at the various cultivators who came to congratulate him, Li Wujie fell silent.

This harmonious atmosphere was merely a facade, hiding the greedy hearts of many who yearned to lay claim to the secrets within Fallen Immortal Island.

As his thoughts turned, Li Wujie solemnly spoke, “I acknowledge your perspective on human nature, but isn’t everyone born wanting to improve? And we are cultivators, even more eager to grow strong. It’s normal to feel greed in the face of opportunities; they dare not snatch out of fear of Master’s power, and that’s also normal. It’s just instinct to seek blessings and avoid disaster.”

Hong Qianye scoffed, “And what do you say about the survival of the fittest, the malice of human hearts?”

Li Wujie paused, then said gravely, “When I embarked on the path of cultivation, I traveled through multiple states in the Eastern Domain and witnessed all sorts of things. I saw the strong bully the weak and unscrupulously harm innocent people, but I also saw the weak using their weakness as an excuse to force the strong to give in, even oppressing their peers.”

“Human nature is complex and variable, but it also has its shining moments. Sometimes the strong don’t just bully the weak; perhaps when they grow stronger, they’re willing to shine light into dark corners, bringing warmth to the weak. And when the weak receive such grace, they will feel grateful and emulate their seniors in the future.”

“Stop, stop, stop!”

Hong Qianye waved her hand impatiently, “All that preachy stuff is just annoying. I’m getting stronger not to protect the weak but to dominate my own fate, living freely and deciding to kill anyone I don’t like!”

“So…”

Saying that, Li Wujie suddenly turned around, locking his serious gaze on Hong Qianye’s eyes, almost singing the line, “We are different~~”

Hong Qianye: “???”

Seriously, why bring that weird tone into a conversation? Just speak normally!

“Ahem, this is what I learned from Master,” Li Wujie feigned a cough, standing tall and proud.

Look at me, so clever!

Noticing his antics, Hong Qianye couldn’t help but feel a surge of exasperation inside.

Discussing human nature with you is just pointless…

Suddenly.

Hong Qianye sensed something, her expression changing dramatically. “Not good, something’s wrong!”

Boom! Just as the atmosphere was harmonious, a rift in space tore open, emitting eerie green light.

Whoosh! A middle-aged man dressed in a luxurious royal robe emerged from the rift, charging towards Ye Junlin under the astonished gazes of everyone present.

His green hair was twisted into numerous braids, flying wildly in the wind, and he had shimmering diamonds on his forehead. His features twisted in excitement as he bellowed, “Ye Junlin, I am the strongest king of the Underworld Abyss, and I’ve come to take your life! Prepare to die!!”

Turns out, King Dāngyōu had long been lurking in the space, waiting for the right moment. Seeing Ye Junlin acquire immortal fortune, he could no longer contain his murderous intent and was set to strike him down to eliminate future troubles!

This sudden twist left the cultivators in the vicinity dazed, filled with shock and anger.

The legendary ruler of the Underworld Abyss dared to openly attack Senior Ye?!

What audacity and arrogance!

Surely, he didn’t fear being overwhelmed and meeting his end?!

“Brat, you have some nerve. With this immortal present, do you dare to act up?”

Xue Wuhen was outraged. How could someone at the Tribulation Stage dare act against him, a true Sword Immortal, right before his eyes?

Boom!

Suddenly, Xue Wuhen erupted with a true immortal’s vast aura, his immense immortal power flooding into his sword, which shone with blinding brilliance, like the sun hanging in the sky.

“Die!!”

A flash of white sword light surged like a tide, sword qi roaring through the air with a thunderous boom, creating an incredible scene.

“Haha, with Senior Xue here, that Underworld Abyss king is doomed!”

“Why did he suddenly decide to make a move in such a special situation? A mere spit from us could drown him!”

“Looks like the Underworld Abyss has hit rock bottom, sending their king to attack like a suicide mission. Tsk tsk.”

…

The crowd’s tones were laced with ridicule, mocking the absurdity of King Dāngyōu coming to deliver himself to his doom.

Just then.

King Dāngyōu remained unfazed, pulling out a pitch-black ancient lamp that flickered with dark purple flames, containing immense terror.

“You’re a Sword Immortal, so what? This king came prepared, activate!!”

Pouring energy into the lamp, its seal broke, causing the dark purple flames to surge violently, transforming into nine fearsome magic dragons that roared into the air.

“Roar!!”

The nine magic dragons twisted their bodies, spiraling furiously, using their terrifying purple flames to extinguish Xue Wuhen’s vast sword qi waves.

Sensing the overpowering aura of a true immortal, Xue Wuhen’s face changed dramatically. “Th-this can’t be possible?!”

“This is the supreme Underworld Artifact bestowed upon me by the Envoy. If you want to block me, you’ll die first!” Seeing the lamp’s immense power, King Dāngyōu’s confidence soared, grinning menacingly.

“Oh my, even Senior Xue…”

The surrounding cultivators, witnessing the battle overhead, were stunned, feeling a chill run down their spines.

No wonder this ruler from the Underworld Abyss dared make a move at this crucial moment—it relied on that artifact that could rival an immortal!

“With me here, you won’t succeed!” Xue Wuhen grit his teeth, his white clothing rustling in the wind, as his sword erupted with dazzling brilliance, invoking powerful sword techniques.

In an instant, the chilling sword intent transformed into fluttering snowflakes, each imbued with relentless sword intent, capable of freezing vast lands, tearing through mountains, and terrifying in might.

“Roar!”

The nine magic dragons were hindered, their scorching bodies assaulted by frigid frost, as though trying to freeze their purple flames forever.

“Huh?” King Dāngyōu’s heart sank. Could this Underworld Artifact really fail to subdue this person?

But he soon realized he was thinking too much.

The nine magic dragons surged with unmatched power, spiraling through the sky, their bodies ablaze with terrifying dark purple flames, melting away the freezing sword intent with hissing white vapor.

Then, the nine magic dragons charged toward Xue Wuhen, who looked as insignificant as an ant against their massive forms.

Sensing the overwhelming heatwave rushing toward him, Xue Wuhen’s expression darkened, dread filling his chest.

Did he really have to perish so soon after becoming an immortal?

Just as life and death hung in the balance, he suddenly heard a familiar voice beside him, “Move aside, I’m here for him!”

Whoosh~

A silver-haired young figure brushed past him, charging fearlessly toward the nine magic dragons.

“Senior Ye!” Xue Wuhen was momentarily dumbfounded, shouting in shock.

To him, Ye Junlin, rushing alone toward the nine magic dragons, appeared extraordinarily tragic, brimming with a sense of courageous sacrifice.

After all, if he couldn’t withstand them, someone at the Tribulation Stage would surely be turned to ash in seconds!