Limitless Ascension: Strength Amid Adversity – Chapter 638

“Undying Lord Su, that’s enough.” Ye Junlin said helplessly, looking at the stunning beauty clinging to his arm.

He could see her intentions clearly—she wanted to announce to the world that their relationship was now bound.

Su Yinghuo’s eyelashes fluttered, her beautiful eyes revealing a hint of grievance as she secretly transmitted, “Ye Lord, I’ve taken the initiative to this extent. Are you still not moved?”

Feeling the astonishing elasticity at his arm, Ye Junlin forced a wry smile, “Look at what you’re saying, I really don’t dare to move!”

Hearing this, Su Yinghuo caught on to the meaning behind his words and a gleam of triumph flashed in her eyes. Suddenly, she seemed to think of something and curiously asked, “By the way, I heard that before you arrived, you defeated the Buddhism Emperor known as Shijia Shengsi in one punch. Is that true? Many Immortal Emperors who haven’t witnessed it in person don’t believe it!”

In fact, the word had spread about Ye Junlin defeating Shijia Shengsi in one punch among some witnesses, but most Immortal Emperors who didn’t witness it thought it was nonsense, believing that it was just someone stirring up rumors.

Although they didn’t know why Shijia Shengsi wasn’t present, they just couldn’t connect this event with Ye Junlin.

Because it was just too ridiculous!

After all, what kind of existence was Shijia Shengsi?

The highest leader of the Buddhist Sect in the Immortal Realm, the first meditation master known as the Buddhism Emperor!

Such a top-tier powerhouse, how could one be defeated by a single punch?

This news was clearly fake!

So, aside from a very few eyewitnesses, most of the Immortal Emperors present scoffed at it, completely disbelieving in the authenticity of the event.

They would rather believe that Shijia Shengsi was in seclusion, which was why he didn’t appear at the Immortal Court summit.

However, Su Yinghuo, relying on her intuition, judged that there was likely some truth to it, albeit exaggerated.

Thus, with a mindset of giving it a try, she decided to ask discreetly.

Ye Junlin replied, “Of course it’s true! That old bald donkey tried to steal my mount and wouldn’t admit it. I knocked him silly with one punch, and then he threw in the towel, which is why he didn’t show up.”

Upon hearing this, Su Yinghuo’s expression changed. She focused her beautiful eyes on Ye Junlin and realized he wasn’t joking. Her breath caught, and her heart began to race.

Wait, this is actually true?!

This man before her truly possesses the strength to defeat the Buddhism Emperor with a single punch?!

Su Yinghuo thought that at least there must have been a fierce battle, but it turned out otherwise.

This meant that when Ye Junlin defeated Tu Lie, the latter hadn’t even used all his strength.

At that moment, Su Yinghuo reevaluated Ye Junlin’s strength and reassessed his importance!

“No wonder you dared to kill those people from the Celestial Punishment Pavilion; it turns out you really are fearless! Now I can rest easy…” Su Yinghuo understood everything at once, her worries dispelled.

Ye Junlin, not in the mood, said, “So can you let go now?”

Learning that the man she had her eyes on was far more powerful than she imagined, Su Yinghuo secretly rejoiced, her resolve firming up.

“Oh~”

Begrudgingly, she released her grip but remained very close, gazing at him with affectionate eyes.

Watching Ye Junlin receive such special treatment, the other male Immortal Emperors had complex expressions—jealousy mixed with envy.

After all, Su Yinghuo had previously been seen as just a socialite, popular among the opposite sex. But no one could get close to her; it was always kept at a distance.

And now…

Today was truly an eye-opener!

It turned out she simply had no interest in them!

At that moment, Li Ruotong’s gaze was icy as she fixed her eyes on the pretentious woman in palace attire.

Her dissatisfaction had reached its peak.

She hadn’t expected the other party to be so bold and proactive!

In an instant, Li Ruotong regarded Su Yinghuo as her number one competitor.

Su Yinghuo noticed this flicker of hostility as she elegantly tossed her hair, a smile creeping onto her lips.

Men, after all.

They were meant to be snatched away!

Not to just stand around like wooden dolls!

In this regard, Celestial Moon Emperor still had a lot to practice!

Meanwhile, a handsome young man in feather robes nearby was also glaring fiercely at Ye Junlin, his eyes filled with unrestrained hatred.

Seeing the enemy who repeatedly thwarted his plans, Yuhua Sheng was naturally furious!

Just then, a voice like a thunderclap echoed through the hall.

“Welcome, esteemed friends, to this Immortal Court Summit!”

As the voice faded, a middle-aged man in a dark blue daoist robe, with a goat-like beard and looking to be around forty, appeared on the highest bronze platform.

He stood with his hands clasped behind his back, exuding the aura of a sage.

This man was Liu Huangshu, the leader of the Immortal Court, known as the Formation Taishang!

“It’s him.”

Ye Junlin narrowed his eyes, a peculiar expression crossing his face.

He remembered ten years ago when he participated in the Fallen Immortal Island trials and had seen a remnant of the man’s divine soul. The resemblance was striking, although this time the man’s appearance bore signs of weariness, likely from overexertion.

As Liu Huangshu appeared, a group of figures also emerged behind him, totaling eight, all radiating an ancient and powerful aura.

They were all top-tier Immortal Emperors!

Indeed, these were the original members who had migrated from the Kunlun Realm to the Immortal Realm alongside Liu Huangshu in ancient times—the first generation of elders who founded the Immortal Court.

To put it simply, if Liu Huangshu was like the chairman of a publicly traded company, these elders were the original shareholders!

It was precisely because of this that these eight elders held an unshakeable position in the Immortal Court, beyond what ordinary A-class Immortal Officials could compare.

In fact, major decisions regarding the Immortal Court were also voted on by these individuals!

Seeing these core high-level figures of the Immortal Court make their collective appearance, the Immortal Emperors present suddenly grew serious and bowed in respect.

Liu Huangshu nodded, saying loudly, “You all must know why I’ve gathered you here.”

“The infiltration of external forces into our Immortal Realm has reached a shocking level!”

“Even Immortal Lord Tu has suffered a cruel fate!”

“Fortunately, it was Ye Lord of the North Cold Immortal Domain who took action to eradicate that Undying Blood Clan, unveiling this conspiracy!”

“Let us first offer our heartfelt applause to Ye Lord for his tremendous contribution!”

With that, Liu Huangshu solemnly led the applause.

Clap, clap, clap—

The applause was vigorous.

The Immortal Emperors present were still quite willing to show face.

Only Yuhua Sheng looked rather perfunctory, his face filled with displeasure.

“Where is Ye Lord? Please come up and say a few words.” Liu Huangshu’s eyes glimmered with intense interest.

Though he had heard about Ye Junlin, he had never seen him.

So, Liu Huangshu genuinely wanted to meet this emerging talent, this rising star of the Immortal Realm.

Seeing this situation, Ye Junlin felt a bit helpless. Why did this always happen?

Immediately, he waved his hand and said, “Liu Taishang, there’s no need. I have nothing to say.”

The venue fell silent.

The Immortal Emperors exchanged confused glances.

At that moment, Liu Huangshu spotted Ye Junlin in the crowd, instantly frozen in place.

This guy, why does he look so familiar?

It seems I’ve seen him somewhere before!

Having always trusted his instincts, Liu Huangshu’s eyes fixed keenly on Ye Junlin.

In an instant, a memory from his divine soul emerged—the moment he communicated with Ye Junlin at Fallen Immortal Island replayed vividly in his mind.

Just then, the image of this silver-haired figure began to merge with that familiar silhouette in his memory.

Boom!

Liu Huangshu shuddered as if struck by lightning, his mind buzzing as an incredulous look filled his expression.

“It’s you…”