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Chapter 1464 - 903: The 10 Crowned Kings Ascend to Quasi-Immortal Emperor

Chapter 1464: Chapter 903: The 10 Crowned Kings Ascend to Quasi-Immortal Emperor

As many as seven or eight majestic figures stood silently within.

They each exuded an aura of royal authority and grandeur, converging to form an invisible pressure, causing the clouds and mist around to weigh heavily. Even the sky reverberated with thunderous roars.

These individuals were none other than the top powerhouses of the Immortal Domain—Immortal Kings!

At the forefront stood an elder.

His tiger eyes were slightly open, his beard and hair completely white, yet he did not emanate the ethereal Daoist aura often associated with immortality. Instead, he possessed an indescribably commanding presence. His gaze was sharp and profound, as though capable of discerning all illusions of the world, containing an immeasurable and awe-inspiring strength.

This elder hailed from one of the Ten Great Taoist Schools—Thunder Dao. He was none other than the renowned elder Taoist master of Thunder Dao, an unparalleled powerhouse in the Immortal Domain.

The elder’s name was recognized far and wide in the Immortal Domain—Lei Zhentian.

Beside Lei Zhentian stood a female Immortal King dressed in a radiant feathered garment, her beauty unparalleled, her skin fair as snow. Between her brows lingered a transcendental, unworldly aura, like a fairy untouched by earthly dust. She was none other than Bishui Palace’s master—Shui Mengyao—a member of the Ten Great Taoist Schools.

On the other side stood a man draped in a black robe, his face hidden in shadow. His aura was dense and solid, seemingly fused with the surrounding darkness. He was Ye Wuheng, the Hall Master of the Netherworld Hall, one of the Ten Great Demon Sects. Similarly, he was a seasoned Immortal King, having reached the level of a Fairy King Giant.

Ordinarily, the Demon Sect and Taoist Sects were akin to two tigers on the same mountain, fiercely contending, often clashing and attacking each other. It was unthinkable they could sit together so amicably, let alone sharing drinks and discussions.

However, since the pact at Liu Village, the Demon Sect and Taoist Sects privately reached a ceasefire agreement under the witness of the Holy Land, and have had frequent interactions ever since.

Of course, disciples and followers of their respective forces were not privy to this arrangement.

Nevertheless, both sides issued strict orders—the looming catastrophe of the great calamity must be resolved before any clashes or internal disputes are permitted. Those defying the order would face severe punishment.

Among the Immortal Kings stood a young figure.

His features were handsome, his gaze pure and clear. He bore a longsword on his back—a broad blade measuring two palms in width and unusually thick. Most strikingly, the sword had no edge, with both sides equally solid and unsharpened. Its design exuded a rugged yet elegant simplicity that drew intrigued glances.

This individual was a rising star of the Immortal Domain. Though he had not yet reached the Realm of the Fairy King, he had ascended to True Immortal status a century ago.

Now, even as a True Immortal in his youthful years, he was considered matchless in the eyes of the Immortal Kings, destined to progress into the Immortal King Realm and thus was granted an exception to be present here.

Moreover, he held another identity as well. He hailed from the Holy Land and was the direct disciple of the Broad Sword Man, and had received the latter’s complete teachings.

However, that particular fact was unknown to the Immortal Kings present. They only valued his extraordinary potential, seeing his future ascension into the Immortal King Realm as an opportunity to start building goodwill in advance.

Beyond him, there was also the Sect Master of the Bixia Sect, adorned in a shimmering green garment. She too was a female Immortal King, her gaze like autumnal waters, her gestures causing radiant light to pulse around her.

Among them were several other Immortal Kings.

All had their brows furrowed, bearing a collective air of solemn concern.

"Ladies and gentlemen, the reason for this gathering today is none other than the impending..." Lei Zhentian began to speak, his voice resonant and powerful like the toll of a great bell, reverberating throughout the Secret Realm. Each syllable he spoke seemed imbued with boundless strength, ringing loud as a bell tower, "great calamity!"

As the two words fell, the expressions of all Immortal Kings grew grave.

For millennia, though the Immortal Domain had appeared serene and unchanging, with no signs of upheaval as foretold by the Immortal Emperor,

They had increasingly sensed a lurking danger that had never truly dissipated but had instead become even more pronounced with the passage of time.

As time progressed, they clearly began to feel the oppressive imminence of the impending catastrophe, causing them to fully believe Jiang Hui’s dire warnings.

"Elder Lei speaks the truth. Though we have already attained the Immortal King Realm, our combined strength is... insufficient against the unknown danger looming ahead."

Shui Mengyao softly echoed.

Ye Wuheng slightly nodded and solemnly said: "This king also perceives that in recent years, a certain force from beyond the domain has been creeping closer. This force is by no means one we can resist with ease. The fact that it has not yet made itself known only indicates it is searching for the exact location of our domain. Once it determines it, the true calamity will commence."

They closed their eyes and focused, their Sea of Consciousness trembling as they sensed the distant and terrifying presence. A feeling of indescribable dread and helplessness surged within them.

In the unseen currents of space and karma, the Immortal Kings present faintly perceived the arrival of a catastrophic tidal wave of cause and effect, brutal and merciless, heralding an era of blood and fire.

The severity of the great calamity was far beyond what they could envision, so much so that even as Immortal Kings wielding supreme divine powers and authority, they felt like mayflies attempting to shake a towering tree—feeble and powerless against its enormity.

Even with unified efforts, they could not fend off the obliterating force.

The atmosphere among the gathered Immortal Kings grew bleak, plunging into silence.

"Why dwell in such gloom, my friends? Consider this—our domain today is not what it was yesterday, and all of you present wish sincerely for the Immortal Domain’s flourishing... Let us not forget there is the Immortal Emperor, as well as several Quasi-Immortal Emperors among us. Even if the Bizarre Clan boasts overwhelming momentum, they must bow before the might of an Emperor’s force!"

Elder Lei suddenly slammed the table and spoke boldly.

In their conversation, the discussion naturally turned to Jiang Hui, the Master of Liu Village.

At the mention of his name, the gathered Kings displayed expressions of genuine reverence—not feigned, but heartfelt.

The Immortal Emperor himself had once proclaimed that even he might not emerge completely unscathed from this catastrophe.

Still, the Immortal Emperor resolutely chose to stand as the ultimate shield for his people.

What remarkable courage indeed!

This was a sentiment that deeply moved all the Immortal Kings.

If it were them, they would never possess such noble resolve. Self-preservation always took precedence; after all, the path to becoming an Immortal Emperor was filled with unimaginable obstacles. Who would willingly let their life’s work, their cultivation, amount to nothing, dissipating into mist and smoke?

A profound sense of respect and gratitude swelled within the hearts of the Immortal Kings.

Setting an example, Elder Lei stood abruptly, folded his hands, and bowed deeply in the direction of the Holy Land. His expression radiated reverence and gratitude.

The other Immortal Kings followed suit.

"The Immortal Emperor is truly our role model!" one King remarked emotionally.

"Indeed, the Immortal Emperor’s righteous magnanimity commands the admiration of us all." another King concurred.

"The Immortal Emperor leads by example, courageously facing adversity head-on. What worries should we harbor? Even if blood is spilled, we must not tarnish the noble esteem of our Immortal King titles!"

In Liu Village, at the back mountain,

Jiang Hui sat cross-legged atop a summit, his eyes faintly closed. His upright figure, resembling the steadfastness of Qing Song, was shrouded in swirling winds.

Surrounding him, Green Mountain’s beauty unfolded, though fallen leaves scattered here and there.

Leaves drifted from the ancient, sturdy trees, becoming entangled in the vortex of wind that encircled Jiang Hui, dancing alongside it.

Gradually.

The dried leaves miraculously regained their vibrant greenery for an instant. Their veins became distinct, appearing translucent like jade, brimming with vitality. But in the next moment, they wilted once more.

From bloom to decay, the transformation occurred in a fleeting instant.

In the unseen flow of time, a heavy and somber essence emanated from the swirling leaves.

Beside him.

Liu RuYan stood quietly by his side.

Her beauty was serene and refined, her brows like distant mist-cloaked peaks, her entire figure perfectly harmonious. Though delicate and slender in appearance, she carried an inexplicable sense of fullness.

She wore a pleated moonlit gown that swayed gently in the breeze, revealing her long, alabaster neck—she embodied the flawless elegance of perfectly polished jade.

At this moment, Liu RuYan’s gaze subtly lingered on the man before her.

Her eyes, filled like pools of autumn water, said nothing, yet carried an air of unspoken yearning.

It was a sentiment of love veiled within silence.

After some time.

A breeze swept by.

The leaves floating around Jiang Hui fell to the ground, and the man finally opened his tightly shut eyes.

With a faint smile, he remarked, "To experience sudden enlightenment at this moment—it seems my luck is exceptional today."