Limitless Ascension: Strength Amid Adversity – Chapter 257

At this moment, a team of thirty thousand immortals marched through the Central Region, their imposing presence generating awe from countless onlookers.

Before long, they arrived at the Eastern Domain.

Boom, boom, boom…

The previously clear sky instantly darkened, with dust and stones flying everywhere, a vast desert of yellow sand swirling up around them. An overwhelming pressure filled the surrounding void, and in an instant, all living things fell silent, birds and beasts trembling in fear.

The silhouettes of thirty thousand immortals appeared, radiating a divine aura covered in brilliant immortal light, a dazzling exhibition of myriad colors that looked spectacular from a distance.

Their attire was distinctive, easily indicating which sect they belonged to.

Among them, the Wujidao Sect had the largest number of immortals, showcasing the depth of their sect’s heritage. It was no wonder they could stand as the leaders of the Seven Great Sects.

“Tsk, tsk, so this is the Eastern Domain?”

“The density of immortal energy in this world can’t even compare to us in the Central Region.”

“It seems the Red Demon fled here; he probably doesn’t have much room to grow.”

“It’s sad and pitiful that the Red Demon, who once shook the Central Region, has fallen to such a wretched state!”

This group of immortals from the Seven Great Sects floated above the Eastern Domain, a sense of pride in their expressions, disdain swelling in their words as they scoffed at their target.

In their eyes, no matter how powerful the Red Demon once was, now forced to hide away in such a place to recuperate, even if he were to return one day, how much trouble could he really stir in the Central Region?

“Seeing this, I’m more convinced that the words of the Cangming Dao Sect are nothing but nonsense. If the Red Demon were standing right in front of me, I reckon I wouldn’t need you guys to help; I could take him out with a single punch!”

Yang Wei, the Sect Master of the Liuli Dao Sect, said, playfully twirling his mustache, voice full of arrogance.

“Yang Sect Master speaks the truth.” Next to him, Xu Boqi, the Sect Master of the Qianyuan Dao Sect, nodded with a smile on his square face, brown robes billowing in the breeze.

Suddenly, he remembered something and scoffed, “Speaking of the Cangming Dao Sect, I wonder what that bloke Ye is thinking. They’ve been holding funerals these past days; isn’t that sham act a bit over the top?”

For these days, because of Ye Wusheng’s antics, the Cangming Dao Sect had become a laughingstock in the upper circles of the Central Region.

Upon hearing this, several other Sect Masters exchanged strange looks.

Because the other party’s actions were quite unusual.

One might say he was loyal and righteous, but something felt off. Yet to call him a coward avoiding battle wouldn’t hold because he lacked seats only to host a funeral.

It was just so contradictory!

“Fellow Daoists, from what I know of Ye Wusheng, he doesn’t seem like the type to fuss over such trifles. The only thing that could force him to do so must be something of greater importance.”

Qin Shou, the Sect Master of the Haoyue Dao Sect, mused, a crescent moon symbol appearing on his forehead, shimmering silverly.

“Haha, could it be that this old coot thinks our strength isn’t enough to deal with the Red Demon?” Yang Wei scoffed.

The other Sect Masters exchanged glances, all shaking their heads, clearly finding that claim absurd and laughable.

Back in the day, the Red Demon was a Top-tier True Immortal, uniquely combative enough to stir up trouble in the Central Region, and later escaped through secret techniques, likely experiencing a drop in his cultivation level.

Even if he had some fortuitous encounters in recent years and somewhat regained his former strength, the times have changed. Top-tier True Immortals are no longer a rarity—there are two or three thousand among their ranks now.

Moreover, all seven Sect Masters were Celestial Immortal cultivators; even just one of them could sweep through the Eastern Domain.

How could they possibly lose to the Red Demon?

It’d be a one-sided beatdown!

“Over at Ye’s place, they’re truly mourning Elder Wei, and I can vouch for that. Fellow Daoists, let’s avoid speaking ill of him,” Wind Qingyang, with a stern expression, interjected.

These days, he received intelligence from his spies within the Cangming Dao Sect reporting that Ye Wusheng remained kneeling during the funeral, paying heartfelt tribute to Elder Wei’s portrait.

Such deep loyalty and affection were genuinely touching!

“Oh?”

The other Sect Masters turned slightly, surprise in their eyes.

Could they have truly underestimated him?

Since the Sect Master of the Wujidao Sect personally vouched for him, they had no choice but to drop the conversation on this topic.

Swish, swish, swish~

During this time, the seven Sect Masters released vast Divine Senses, sweeping outwards like a storm.

When they saw the mighty Hundred Thousand Immortal Mountains, their expressions turned to shock, followed by a fervent greed.

“Marvelous! Who knew the Eastern Domain held such opportunities?” Yang Wei of the Liuli Dao Sect clapped in delight.

“With so many immortal mountains, they must hold rich resources; it seems the local cultivators won’t be able to benefit,” another Sect Master remarked meaningfully.

Wind Qingyang quickly regained his composure, voice serious: “Let’s discuss this later; let’s not forget the purpose of our trip.”

He recalled that not long ago, the Xuantian Sect Master sent people to the Eastern Domain. If they also knew about the Hundred Thousand Immortal Mountains, then whether the Seven Great Sects could stake a claim was still uncertain.

“Wind Sect Master is quite insightful,” Xu Boqi of the Qianyuan Dao Sect said, praising him.

“Right, right, right.” The other Sect Masters nodded in agreement.

After all, among this party, Wind Qingyang was the leader, naturally warranting their flattery.

“Before that, let’s find someone to ask for directions, confirm our orientation, and then concentrate our forces to surround, preventing the Red Demon from escaping!”

Wind Qingyang’s tone held a murderous intent; this time, he was determined to avenge his dead son.

“Fellow Daoists, I sense a sect in the northwest; their cultivators must know something.”

“Let’s go!”

Boom~

This team of immortals surged forth, swiftly approaching the Xuanji Sword Sect.

“Holy smokes!”

Feeling the countless terrifying auras descending, the cultivators of the Xuanji Sword Sect were so scared their hair stood on end, eyes showing equal parts shock and fear.

Is this for real?

Are the immortals these days really rolling in packs?

“Hmph, tell me…” Wind Qingyang glared, imposing as he began to speak, but before he could finish, he was abruptly interrupted by a voice below.

“Walk south for eighty million miles, and you’ll reach the Xuantian Sect! No need for pleasantries! Go ahead!”

Wind Qingyang: “???”

Whoa, how did you know what I was gonna ask?

Are you some kind of oracle!?

The other Sect Masters were equally shocked; who would have thought this little sword sect had someone who could predict their intentions!

Wind Qingyang forcefully suppressed his astonishment, clasped his hands politely and said, “Thank you, fellow Daoist!”

He didn’t even finish his sentence, and the other party already knew their purpose.

Absolutely incredible!

After all, anywhere in the world, seers who could predict outcomes and make accurate forecasts were always worthy of respect.

“Let’s go, head to the Xuantian Sect!” Wind Qingyang waved his hand, the immortals speeding off towards their destination.

Watching their vanishing forms, Xue Wuhen, standing atop the Sword Pavilion, felt a twitch in his otherwise stern face.

This scene seemed oddly familiar!

But that wasn’t the point; the real question was, why are you outsiders all coming here to ask for directions?

That’s a bit much, right?

Feeling vexed, Xue Wuhen pondered, and decided to issue an edict:

“Come here, build me a signpost and write down the location of the Xuantian Sect; hang it at the very top so everyone can see it!”