Limitless Ascension: Strength Amid Adversity – Chapter 328

Canglang Jun, having gone for a naked run around Cangmu State, put his clothes back on and stood in front of Ye Junlin.

At that moment, he returned to his refined self, looking for all the world like a private tutor.

But who could imagine that just moments ago, he was running around naked under the setting sun?

“Senior, I’ve completed my lap around Cangmu State as you instructed,” Canglang Jun said respectfully, his face glowing with what seemed like lingering exhilaration.

Ye Junlin raised an eyebrow, looking puzzled. “Wait a minute, why does this feel like a reward for you?”

“Senior is joking! This is your punishment for me. Of course, if you wish for me to run another lap, I will do so without question!” Canglang Jun declared with a determined expression.

His voice carried an undeniable hint of eagerness.

Ye Junlin thought, “……”

So this was backfiring?

“From now on, you’ll be by my side doing chores to make up for your past mistakes.”

Not wanting to dwell on the matter any longer, Ye Junlin waved his hand dismissively.

“Yes, Senior!”

Canglang Jun initially had reservations; after all, he was a person of some status. But now, he viewed this as a chance to cling to someone powerful.

At such a young age, with such profound abilities, he would surely have been a top-tier powerhouse in ancient times. Following someone with such incredible potential made Canglang Jun feel optimistic about his future.

Hong Qianye wore a knowing smile, finally, someone else would take on the burden of his suffering.

“Senior Ye, I wonder if you could visit Xuantian Holy Land? I believe the Holy Master would be very pleased,” Lin Duxiu suggested.

“Xiuer, I plan to visit Xuantian Holy Land, but before that, I want to personally check out Taichu Holy Land,” Ye Junlin replied seriously.

Taichu Holy Land!

Everyone’s hearts sank.

Because of Lian Chengbi’s earlier unmasking, everyone had a terribly negative impression of Taichu Holy Land. It would be a lie to say there weren’t ulterior motives at play.

“That damned old pervert…” Hong Qianye’s gaze turned icy, murderous intent surging within.

Qin Ruyan’s eyes flickered; she knew Taichu Holy Land was about to face a calamity.

“Let’s go!” Ye Junlin called.

He strongly suspected that the Undying Blood Clan power he took out in the Eastern Domain might still be alive, hiding within Taichu Holy Land.

Of course, the most important thing was that he needed to complete his sign-in at Taichu Holy Land!

Along the way, Canglang Jun pieced together bits and pieces of what had transpired before.

“So, that old guy who got sliced by a flying sword in the river was that Chess Sage…”

Canglang Jun had some inner feelings about the deceased Chess Sage.

The Chess Sage was a renowned figure in ancient times, a well-known master in chess, and a guest of many prominent figures, making him a rather influential figure!

After all, having a peerless Chess Sage to accompany you in a game is quite the status symbol for powerful people!

Who would have thought he would fall in such a way after so many years in this new era?

Canglang Jun shook his head in regret.

Fortunately, he had played it small; otherwise, he might have lost his life too.

At the same time, he was incredibly astonished that Ye Junlin had managed to outplay the Chess Sage in chess!

This was simply unbelievable!

Tianyuan State.

Taichu Holy Land.

An old man in a plain white robe walked back and forth, engulfed in unease and panic.

“What’s going on? Is there trouble?”

Just a little while ago, the Taichu Holy Master suddenly sensed his connection with Lian Chengbi severed, as if someone had forcefully cut it off.

After all, Lian Chengbi was his personally transformed blood servant, second only to him. No matter how many blood servants he turned afterward, none would compare to the first one transformed.

Moreover, Lian Chengbi was the Taichu Saint Son, and with his untimely death, the Holy Master felt both furious and anxious.

After all, Lian Chengbi was a profound immortal, and how many people in the Central Region could challenge him?

To think, he had inexplicably died!

Who was behind this?

Could it be aimed at him?

The Taichu Holy Master felt frantic but, remembering his current strength and the backing of the Undying Blood Clan, suddenly felt empowered.

“Hmph, no matter who it is, if they dare to strike at my Taichu Holy Land, I’ll make sure they can never return!”

The Taichu Holy Master stood with his hands clasped behind his back, his eyes flashing with bloodlust.

Suddenly, a clear voice rang out like Heavenly Thunder from the distance, echoing throughout Taichu Holy Land:

“Ye Junlin, the Supreme of Xuantian Sect, has come to pay a visit!”

Ye Junlin appeared, his massive divine sense scanning Taichu Holy Land, seemingly attempting to see through its hidden secrets.

Within the sacred land, countless disciples and elders buzzed in surprise, their faces filled with suspicion.

“The Xuantian Sect? Isn’t that the sect where the Red Demon resides?”

Many noticed something, pointing in terror as they quaked with fear:

“Red, Red Demon!”

Compared to the under-the-radar Ye Junlin, the attention was drawn to Hong Qianye, who stood out vividly.

As the Taichu Holy Master stepped out of the Great Hall and set his sights on his nemesis, cold light erupted in his eyes:

“Old pervert, you dare to show your face?”

Upon seeing Hong Qianye, the Taichu Holy Master first froze then his face turned exceptionally grim.

“Shut it! This is our Holy Master, the beacon of righteousness! How dare you, a demon, defile him with your words!” The elders indignantly yelled.

The Taichu Holy Master feigned solemnity as he spoke, “Red Demon, did Lian Chengbi die at your hands?”

“Absolutely, I burned him alive,” Hong Qianye replied with a chilling laugh.

Upon hearing this, Taichu Holy Land erupted in chaos.

“Heavens, the Saint Son is dead! Killed by the Red Demon!”

“How outrageous! This is a blatant disrespect towards our Taichu Holy Land!”

“Everyone, be cautious; the Red Demon has come to take revenge!”

Angry cries erupted, with cultivators’ eyes blazing with fury.

“Confirmed.”

The Taichu Holy Master’s expression darkened.

“Old pervert, quit pretending! Before he died, he turned into someone unrecognizable, certainly your doing!” Hong Qianye struck at the core.

The Taichu Holy Master’s eyes shifted slightly as he answered gravely, “I don’t know what you’re talking about! But if you dare to invade my Taichu Holy Land, you will pay the price!”

Finishing his words, the Taichu Holy Master formed hand seals, summoning a bronze bell. The surface of the bell was inscribed with various tadpole-like symbols, radiating brilliant light with the influx of overwhelming immortal power.

The sect’s town treasure, the Bell of All Beings!

This bell was extraordinary, capable of harnessing the power of the entire Holy Land to unite against enemies, a massively useful artifact.

“Everyone, our Holy Land is at a critical juncture; quickly channel your powers to me!”

The Taichu Holy Master lifted the Bell of All Beings, bellowing.

“Yes!”

Boom!

Seas of power converged from all directions, surging into the Bell of All Beings.

With the support of the entire Holy Land, the bell’s light grew ever more radiant, emitting terrifying, destructive waves.

“Red Demon, today is your day of doom!” the Taichu Holy Master roared, striking the Bell of All Beings three times from a distance.

Dong!

Dong!

Dong!

The heavy tolling of the bell reverberated for miles, causing countless hearts to race and minds to spiral into confusion.

As palpable energy rippled outwards, a black, swirling light sphere tore through the space, trying to devour everything.

“Ridiculous!”

Hong Qianye raised his hand, slapping out a crimson giant handprint, its surface ablaze with countless fiery patterns.

With a resounding crash, the swirling black light was shattered into pieces!

“What?!”

The Taichu Holy Master was struck like thunder, the Bell of All Beings he held cracked and shattered into fragments scattered on the ground.

The combined strength of the entire Holy Land couldn’t withstand a single attack from the opponent?

The disparity was simply too great!

The cultivators were caught in the backlash, spewing blood, their faces filled with terror.

The once-mighty Red Demon had grown to such a level?

“Like an ant shaking a tree,” Canglang Jun shook his head.

With his insight, he could see even deeper.

The surface of the Bell of All Beings had gathered the strength of numerous cultivators, combined with the Taichu Holy Master’s reinforcement, it could stand against a powerful Immortal Sovereign, but Hong Qianye’s power had long surpassed the ordinary Immortal King. If the two clashed, the latter would certainly hold the upper hand.

“This era is indeed extraordinary; someone can even rival an Immortal King at the profound immortal realm. It seems Kunlun Realm is about to rise,” Canglang Jun mused inwardly.