Limitless Ascension: Strength Amid Adversity – Chapter 588

The hearts of the clanspeople thumped like drums, their breaths heavy, feeling as if they were struck by lightning, with their souls nearly escaping their bodies.

This legend had been circulating within the Tengu Tribe for tens of millions of years.

Since the Tengu Tribe fell into decline, their lives had become incredibly bleak. The younger generation, hearing this legend, felt it was too distant from reality—like mortals trying to decipher celestial scriptures, utterly unrealistic.

Sky Devouring Hound Sovereign?

Only someone at the Immortal Sovereign level could dare to take such a title.

But nowadays, not to mention Immortal Sovereigns, it had been ages since an Immortal Emperor was born in the Tengu Tribe, with only one Immortal King remaining.

Furthermore, according to the legend, that Sky Devouring Hound Sovereign followed a being who surpassed even the Immortal Emperor.

What does that even mean?

In the current Immortal Realm, the Immortal Emperor is the strongest, and the level beyond that is something they wouldn’t even dare to think about—it seemed absurd!

It’s like a frog in a well, only seeing the vast sky above it, unaware of how big the world outside the well truly is—let alone the boundless universe and millions of stars beyond the sky!

In short.

All this time, everyone regarded this legend as a story fabricated by their ancestors, meant to be told to children.

But now, the Old Clan Leader claimed it was true, which undoubtedly sent shockwaves through their minds, completely overturning their previous understanding!

“So, our Tengu Tribe was truly glorious before, the most influential branch among the demon races!”

“Even the Immortal Emperors had to show us deep respect; just thinking about it feels unbelievable!”

“Sky Devouring Hound Sovereign, the ancestor who revitalized our clan!”

Voices of discussion rose, full of excitement.

Upon hearing this.

Ye Junlin’s expression turned strange.

Who would have guessed that that old coot, Senior Gou, commanded such high prestige among the clan?

What a Sky Devouring Hound Sovereign; it seemed that this guy was an Immortal Sovereign at his peak!

Well, being a guard dog for Empress Fuyao, he couldn’t be too low-level; Immortal Sovereign was a normal standard.

Ye Junlin finally understood just how proud and elated Senior Gou must have felt back then.

Think about it: as an Immortal Sovereign, being able to command a group of high-and-mighty Immortal Emperors’ respect—how awesome would that be?

Anyone wanting to enter and meet Empress Fuyao had to look at his face first; behind the scenes, they had to treat him with utmost courtesy, building strong relations with him.

So even after falling from grace, Senior Gou must still fondly remember those days.

And the reason he didn’t want to ascend to the Immortal Realm was precisely because of this!

After all, he had been glorious once, mingling with a crowd of Immortal Emperors. Now, with no backing, stripped of his glory, the psychological gap must be tremendous.

Would those old friends still treat him warmly when reconnecting?

To avoid shame and awkwardness, Senior Gou simply chose not to go to the Immortal Realm.

At this moment, the Old Clan Leader was in a tumult of emotions; this golden dog-head token was the best evidence validating the legend.

Then, he turned his gaze back to Ye Junlin, his expression filled with utmost respect, saying with fear and trepidation:

“Our Tengu Tribe has been blind and offended the esteemed senior; please forgive the sins of our clan!”

Saying this, the Old Clan Leader quickly led the clanspeople to kneel down in apology.

“Please forgive us, esteemed senior!”

The clanspeople also realized it was a misunderstanding, feeling ashamed as they spoke.

In that instant, they completely set aside their guard, regarding the silver-haired youth with a profound respect.

Since the other party could present this token and make such statements, they surely had a deep relationship with their ancestor, the Sky Devouring Hound Sovereign.

In the face of such a person, akin to a divine dragon from the heavens, all they felt was awe.

Thinking back to before, when they had displayed hostility and failed to welcome him, they found it incredibly laughable and were deeply fearful!

You should know, he was someone capable of changing the fate of the Tengu Tribe!

“Please rise; the ignorant are not at fault.”

Ye Junlin casually raised his hand, an invisible force lifting the Old Clan Leader and the others to their feet.

Everyone was taken aback, and even more grateful.

“I told you I wasn’t wrong! You all wouldn’t listen!” Seeing this, Gou Ziqing felt elated, standing next to Ye Junlin and shouting loudly.

The clanspeople felt deeply ashamed, their faces flushed.

“Child, you were right. As the clan leader, I misunderstood you; my sincere apologies!”

The Old Clan Leader bowed his head in guilt.

“Clan Leader, no need for that; I only wish to contribute to the Tengu Tribe,” Gou Ziqing quickly helped the Old Clan Leader up, speaking earnestly.

To be fair, he had the utmost respect for this elder, who, with his wisdom, had allowed the Tengu Tribe to evade dangers time and again, surviving against the odds.

“Good child, good child.” The Old Clan Leader patted Gou Ziqing’s head, eyes misting with tears, a smile of joy on his face.

With the misunderstanding cleared, the atmosphere grew harmonious.

“Everyone, please come inside and take a seat. Next, let our clan treat you with the highest hospitality to express our gratitude!”

The Old Clan Leader said respectfully.

Ye Junlin and the others nodded, following the Old Clan Leader into the clan grounds.

The Tengu Tribe’s residence looked rather shabby, but they made every effort to prepare everything just to warmly welcome their most distinguished guests in history.

“This is the entire story of how my little sister and I met you.” Throughout the process, Gou Ziqing recounted their encounters.

“All is well, all is well.” As a mother, Gou Cuihua was very pleased that her two children returned safely, bringing enormous surprises to the clan.

“Thank goodness for your good upbringing!” The surrounding clanspeople turned the tide, praising her.

Gou Cuihua rolled her eyes, a bit annoyed, “You think I’m easy to please? You all weren’t saying that before!”

The clanspeople awkwardly closed their mouths, feeling rather embarrassed.

Late at night, under a starry sky.

In this clan area, bonfires blazed, and the clanspeople gathered around, singing and dancing, celebrating with joy on their faces.

They hadn’t been this happy in a long time.

With the confirmation that the Tengu Tribe’s legend was real, everyone felt a sense of pride within.

Plus, with a noble guest visiting to lend a hand, all fellow clanspeople felt that the Tengu Tribe had finally seen the light, and their future was bright.

In such circumstances, how could they not feel happy?

“It’s quite lively.”

Watching all this, Ye Junlin wore a faint smile.

Ding! Congratulations to the host for successfully signing in. Reward: Supreme Divine Ability—Upright Without a Trace! A sound echoed in his mind, the system’s notification ringing clearly.

Upright Without a Trace, secured!