Limitless Ascension: Strength Amid Adversity – Chapter 358

“Speaking of which, who exactly is this Senior Ye these ants are talking about?”

“Don’t even ask. Anyone capable of teaching such a prodigy must be some top-tier big shot from ancient times!”

“Can’t argue with that, it really makes sense!”

“Maybe he woke up way earlier and set everything up in this era!”

“Sigh, the higher you stand, the further you see. Look at these promising talents of this age, all snatched away by others!”

“Impressive, can’t deny that!”

…

Due to the overwhelming battle achievements, all the attention was directed toward the enigmatic Senior Ye.

This led many ancient cultivators from the Central Region to speculate that this individual was also a revivalist, with an impressive background, achieving far beyond the Immortal King level.

Golden State.

This is the state with the largest number of demon beings, practically a gathering ground for demons in the Central Region!

Human cultivators basically wouldn’t dare to step foot here unless they were looking for death, swarmed by powerful demon entities.

In the flat basin stood a towering green palace, its aura vast and boundless.

This is the holy site where the demons of Golden State pay their respects, the Qingyang Palace!

Its founder is the ancient revivalist, Elder Qingyang.

At the entrance of the palace, golden-copper incense burners stood on each side, releasing wisps of fragrant smoke.

Outside, numerous demon beings were kneeling on the ground, completely filling the view, stretching endlessly.

They wore expressions of devotion, attentively listening to the mysterious teachings, while some demons occasionally broke through, inspiring envy among their peers.

Inside the Great Hall sat an elderly figure dressed in sky-blue robes, with curved brown goat horns on his head, looking both kind and dignified, sitting firmly on a mat, eyes closed, reciting quietly.

Usually, Elder Qingyang maintained a human form, with just two horns as his distinguishing feature.

In the hearts of the demons in Golden State, Elder Qingyang, who accepts disciples and teaches them the way, is undoubtedly the leader of the demon race.

However, at that moment, Elder Qingyang seemed to sense something, suddenly opening his eyes, which were deep like the starry sky, yet filled with suspicion and unease.

The chanting abruptly ceased, leaving the demons outside in confusion.

Booming~!

The sky erupted with sounds like heavenly thunder, and faintly there were sounds of cattle bellowing that made one’s heart feel stifled.

A fierce wind arose, accompanied by flashes of lightning, the demon beings felt a looming pressure and couldn’t help but tremble in anxiety.

Swish!

Outside the Great Hall, a terrifyingly tall figure appeared.

This being was a bull-headed humanoid, towering at a height of ten meters, with arms wrapped in gleaming iron chains, clad in an ancient, pitch-black armor, its surface marked with various alarming scratches.

His powerful presence caused Elder Qingyang to stand up in shock, his face filled with caution as he solemnly said:

“Bull Dominator, why have you come to my temple?”

Elder Qingyang recognized this demon, knowing he had an impressive background, being a famous powerhouse from the ancient Celestial Bull clan.

The Celestial Bull tribe is one of the top royal clans among demons, showcasing how terrifying their qualifications and strength are.

Bull Dominator looked down haughtily at Elder Qingyang, his tone dripping with intimidation, “Old man, looks like you really don’t welcome me.”

Elder Qingyang braced himself, “So, just what do you want?!”

The faint aura emanating from Bull Dominator sent a chill of lethal danger through him.

Bull Dominator replied meaningfully: “I’ve heard that the horns on your head are filled with massive amounts of the essence of heaven and earth, which is incredibly precious for my demon race. Why not, for the sake of old times, lend me a hand? Once I take my place on the strongest throne, you’ll be my number one benefactor!”

“What…?”

Elder Qingyang’s expression shifted drastically; the utility of his horns was his biggest secret. How did this guy find out?

It’s worth mentioning that in ancient times, the horns on Elder Qingyang’s head were his most powerful weapon.

But the outside world was only aware of one aspect; his horns also absorbed the essence of heaven and earth, automatically harboring it within, nourishing his divine soul and strengthening himself.

This secret, Elder Qingyang had never revealed, fearing it would attract the covetous eyes of other powerful demon beings.

After all, there are plenty of formidable demons from ancient times!

Most importantly, Elder Qingyang disliked fighting. The reason he chose to stay in the Kunlun Realm was to avoid the intense competition in the Immortal Realm, wanting to reduce pressure here, teach weaker demons, and live a simple life in his spare time.

He never expected that a renowned powerhouse from the Celestial Bull clan would seek him out at this critical moment, exposing the secret of his horns, leaving him both shocked and confused.

“Hehe, I know what you’re thinking. To tell you the truth, the reason I know the secret of your horns is that my old acquaintance told me!”

Bull Dominator said with a cold smirk.

“You, your old acquaintance is…?”

Elder Qingyang asked, bewildered.

“Little Mei, remember her? The one with a big butt! She used to sleep with you, but did you know that before that, she was my wife?!”

As he spoke, Bull Dominator’s emotions flared.

“Hiss~”

Elder Qingyang inhaled sharply, “Little Mei was actually your wife? Why has she never told me?”

“Hmph, I had a little argument with her back then, and she left out of anger. Years later, she came back to me, and before she passed away due to low cultivation, she confessed everything, including the secrets you unwittingly revealed!” Bull Dominator clenched his fists indignantly.

Elder Qingyang felt as though a thunderbolt had struck him, his mind buzzing.

Recent memories were becoming clearer; he recalled one night when he and that ewe were entangled—as the passionate battle ended, Little Mei had touched his sturdy horns with a dreamy gaze, praising him, and due to his moment of pride, it seemed he had inadvertently let his secret slip…

Who could have imagined that ewe would leave and later go confess to Bull Dominator?

What a karma!

“But… but Little Mei is a ewe, and you’re a bull! How could you two be together?” Elder Qingyang asked, frustrated.

Bull Dominator glared with round eyes, questioning, “What do you mean, old man? Can’t love cross species between sheep and bulls?”

“This…”

Elder Qingyang’s face turned awkward, “The problem is, she secretly betrayed you! Can this still be called love?”

“Don’t worry about the details!”

Bull Dominator waved his hand dismissively, “Anyway, she has already confessed to me. Once a demon dies, they can’t be revived, so of course, I chose to forgive her!”

Elder Qingyang’s eyelids jumped, and he chuckled awkwardly, “Your vision is truly grand, I admire that.”

“Of course…”

Bull Dominator said with a tone full of pride, resolutely declaring:

“Just know, I’m a bull-headed man!”