Limitless Ascension: Strength Amid Adversity – Chapter 395

“Who would have thought the reward this time would be the Ten-Grade Immortal Wheel?”

After tangling with Long Ao Tian before, Ye Junlin definitely knew how precious the Ten-Grade Immortal Wheel was.

The so-called Nine-Grade Immortal Wheel? Please, it was like trash compared to the Ten-Grade!

Not even on the same level!

As an Immortal Emperor, breaking through the extremes would mean incredible benefits, like leaping through the dragon gate.

And for someone like Ye Junlin, who aimed for top-tier configurations, this reward was a big deal.

It felt like a perfectionist playing a game, needing to gather the complete set; missing even one piece was unacceptable!

“I hear Long Ao Tian is setting up a challenge arena in Golden State, sponsored by the lord of Qingyang Dao Palace,” Lin Duxiu said in a low voice.

“Hmm? Wasn’t that Elder Qingyang’s territory? So he’s sided with Long Ao Tian! I should have taken him out when I had the chance and let Senior Bai roast him into a delicious lamb!” Li Wujie hissed angrily.

“Come on, Elder Qingyang probably had no choice,” Senior Gou sighed, waving his hand as he shared his thoughts.

“Long Ao Tian is naturally arrogant. He pretended to surrender, suffering in silence, but now he’s ready to declare war. That means he’s confident he can handle Ye Dao Friend, and this battle looks grim…”

Upon hearing this, Li Wujie frowned, his face darkening. “Old Gou, what do you mean? Are you saying my master would lose? Don’t forget who gave you your favorite bones!”

Senior Gou’s face flushed red, and he meekly replied, “Li, you misunderstood me; I meant Long Ao Tian is the one in trouble…”

Li Wujie: “?”

Alright, I guess you’re somewhat decent in there!

“Everyone, now that Little Long has sincerely challenged me, I might as well accept. Trust me, this battle will end quickly,”

Ye Junlin paused for a moment, “Probably even faster than last time!”

“Senior Ye, you always solve problems so quickly; I’m truly impressed!” Liu Qingming exclaimed.

Ye Junlin’s mouth twitched—why did that sound a bit off?

Should I slow it down next time and be more measured?

After all, going too fast isn’t good for a man!

“If I could handle powerful opponents with such finesse like my master does…” Li Wujie said dreamily.

His memories of that moment when his master fiercely defeated Long Ao Tian remained vivid, filling him with yearning.

Ye Junlin’s expression softened, a slight smile appearing, “Keep it up; you can definitely do it. There’s no fastest sword technique, just faster ones—sword techniques are the same.”

After hearing that, Li Wujie cupped his hands and solemnly declared, “Disciple will diligently follow Master’s teachings!”

“I hope this time we can wipe that greasy guy off the map!”

Hong Qianye’s eyes flashed coldly, clearly displeased with Long Ao Tian’s move.

Last time we gave you face, and you’re back for more?

Making such a big fuss—who do you think you are?

As the three-month deadline neared, the uproar over Long Ao Tian’s challenge surged in the Central Region.

Far away, near the distant Qianlong Mountain Range.

In the sky, a blood-colored cage emitted an evil aura, imprisoning the biggest victim of this whole mess.

Meanwhile, Long Ao Tian wasn’t rushing to attack, knowing it would be futile. So, he sat cross-legged, trying to recover his lost cultivation and gather his strength.

Outside, Dabu was keeping a close watch.

Situ Yan, his complexion a bit better, had a golden halo above his head and snow-white angel wings, flying in like a dazzling meteor.

“How’s it going?”

Dabu respectfully clasped his hands, “Reporting, Young Master, this guy has been much more docile lately. To better secure the cage, I took the liberty of infusing new blood into that Dark Blood Ring.”

“Good job! It’s clear you’ve put in effort!”

Situ Yan nodded in satisfaction.

As the most critical part of the plan, he couldn’t afford any mistakes.

“Thank you for the praise, Young Master!”

Dabu felt a rush of joy inside.

Situ Yan gazed at the vast sky, a chilling smile forming on his lips:

“As long as we activate our clan’s Order Ring at the last moment, Ye Tian Emperor and the others will instantly lose their cultivation. That’s when the great slaughter begins!”

If they activated the Order Ring, any cultivators caught in its range would lose their abilities on the spot. Though it would last only as long as a stick of incense burned, they would be incredibly vulnerable—any Immortal could knock them out easily.

Let alone a powerhouse like Situ Yan himself?

It would be a massacre!

Just imagining Ye Junlin and his crew becoming lambs for the slaughter made Situ Yan giddy with anticipation.

He had held back for long enough; that day was finally arriving!

“Such a pity…”

Suddenly, Situ Yan frowned, a displeased expression crossing his face as he recognized a flaw in the plan, or rather, a stain.

“Young Master, what’s the pity about?” Dabu cautiously asked.

Shouldn’t he be excited since they were soon reaching mission completion?

Situ Yan sighed, “I’m just regretting that the one who helped me facilitate this is a filthy Undying Blood Clan!”

“If my clan members knew I, Situ Yan, had collaborated with the Undying Blood Clan, even if I achieved great merit, the clan would still have a low opinion of me, possibly even the opposite.”

The Bright Clan had a deep-seated hate for the Undying Blood Clan, a fire-and-water situation, with enmity as strong as that between the Divine Court and Nine Nether factions.

If it came to light that he compromised his principles to team up with the Undying Blood Clan, even a successful mission wouldn’t win him any respect—most would see him as shameful.

Situ Yan’s mood was like a flawless gem now marred by a serious flaw.

It just didn’t feel good!

Dabu nodded in agreement and tentatively suggested, “Young Master, if that’s the case, why not eliminate that dark creature soon…”

He made a throat-slicing gesture.

Situ Yan’s eyes turned cold, “There’s no rush. Once I wipe out that group of resurrected ones, it’ll be his turn next!

The decision to collaborate with Blood Slayer was made out of necessity, but once the plan succeeded, he intended to turn against him.

As the saying goes, two tigers can’t share one mountain.

The Bright Clan had to emerge victoriously from this conflict, absolutely not allowing the Undying Blood Clan to lay their hands on Kunlun Realm’s juicy assets!

Situ Yan glanced at the Dark Blood Ring hovering above the blood-colored cage, a knowing smile playing at his lips.

He figured that even this treasure holding Long Ao Tian captive was now in their hands, making Blood Slayer even less valuable.

Once the situation in the Central Region was settled, he could use the Star Gate to let in a wave of Bright Clan warriors, and Long Ao Tian, stranded and alone, would be toast.

Then they would swiftly seize the entire Kunlun Realm and control resources across the five territories!

Just thinking about it made him excited!

“Dabu, I need to scout out ambush locations ahead of time. You must ensure he’s well-guarded.”

“Understood, Young Master!”

After instructing him, Situ Yan shot a glance at the seemingly indifferent Long Ao Tian in the blood-colored cage, sneered a few times, and then flapped his wings, turning into a brilliant streak of light headed off.

Inside the blood-colored cage.

Long Ao Tian’s eyelids twitched a couple of times before slowly opening, worry evident in his eyes.

He had heard the whole conversation; it was a meticulously planned huge trap.

One capable of overturning Kunlun Realm’s destiny!

“Damn it, is Kunlun Realm really going to fall into the hands of that bird-man?”

Long Ao Tian’s heart was filled with rage and profound helplessness.

All he could do now was pray for a miracle to happen!

As time passed, more and more resurrected beings hurriedly arrived, settling in Golden State, casting reverent glances at the Qingyang Dao Palace.

After all, the challenger for this arena match was inside.

“I’m really curious who has visited Long Ao Tian lately; I’d like to hear his true feelings.”

“Ha, are you kidding me? With Long Ao Tian’s temperament, anyone disturbing his meditation will be in serious trouble!”

“Exactly, we can’t mess with that; let’s just watch from a distance!”

“This is serious business; Long Ao Tian will undoubtedly conserve his energy to adjust to peak form for the battle with Ye Dao Friend!”

“We’re in for a good show—witnessing the clash between the two strongest experts of this era, that’s a once-in-a-lifetime chance!”

…

Everyone was secretly transmitting messages, careful not to disturb Long Ao Tian inside the palace.

But little did they know, the real situation had already swapped out!

The true Long Ao Tian had been trapped for quite some time, while the mastermind behind this challenge was a filthy, out-of-this-world Undying Blood Clan member.

At that moment, Blood Slayer was in a dark room, desperately suppressing his surging thirst for blood.

He knew the place was swarming with resurrected beings, and any unusual behavior on his part would raise alarms.

For the greater good, he had to hold back!

“Situ Yan, I know what you’re thinking, but I must tell you, if anything happens to me, the Dark Blood Ring will self-destruct, allowing Long Ao Tian to escape.”

“So in that case, do you still dare to make a move against me?”

Blood Slayer sneered wickedly.

He had already anticipated Situ Yan’s treachery.