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Chapter 817 - 837: The Conflict Begins!_1

Chapter 817: Chapter 837: The Conflict Begins!_1

"If one possesses the Emperor’s Scripture of Heaven, and combines all three scrolls, would they be able to ascend to immortality?"

Lin Chen’s question left Shi Changsheng deep in thought for a moment.

After a while, Shi Changsheng let out a soft sigh, "Ten thousand years have passed, and the truth has been buried, leaving only ambiguous legends. What we can confirm is that without the complete Emperor’s Scripture, it is impossible to reach the realm of ascending to immortality. However, whether the Emperor’s Scripture is the only necessary element for ascension, is something that no one knows."

Although Lin Chen didn’t receive a definitive answer, he didn’t feel disheartened.

He would just study it slowly.

From Golden Core to Nascent Soul, Transforming God, Hollow Void stage, and finally, the Tribulation Crossing Period, he still had plenty of time.

"What were the strengths of the Demon Emperor and the Human Emperor back then? Were they considered immortals?"

Shi Changsheng replied softly, "Some people say they were, while others say they weren’t. But the specifics are unknown. Since the Demon Emperor’s Successor has appeared, perhaps many of these mysterious matters will gradually be unveiled."

Lin Chen changed his question, "So, are the strongest people in the Barren Wilderness now the Tribulation realm experts?"

A hint of a smile appeared on Shi Changsheng’s face, "The Tribulation Crossing Period, although it’s also a stage, is different from the others. It’s a one-way road with no return, and once you step into it, you’re prepared to challenge the Heavenly Tribulation, either becoming an immortal or turning to ashes. So, strictly speaking, the strongest are at the Great Circle of Void Separation."

Lin Chen widened his eyes, "Cultivators can’t stay in the Tribulation Crossing Period?"

Shi Changsheng nodded and explained, "The Tribulation Crossing Period can actually be understood as a preparation period to fight against the Heavenly Tribulation. It lasts for about three months. Once you step across the Hollow Void and enter the Tribulation Crossing Period, you must face the Heavenly Tribulation inevitably in three months."

"Under the current situation, no one can pass the Heavenly Tribulation. Regardless of how powerful the genius is or how strong their magical treasure, they will all turn to ashes under the Heavenly Tribulation. Thus, whoever steps into the Tribulation Crossing Period may have a significant increase in strength, surpass the Hollow Void stage, and become invincible in a certain sense. But, it also means they only have a three-month lifespan left."

"Unless they face a must-die situation, no one in the Barren Wilderness would cross that line, even if they already have the ability to do so. After all, who would foolishly choose death when they can live?"

Lin Chen finally understood completely.

No wonder he had only heard of big shots in the Hollow Void stage but never of any in the Tribulation Crossing Period.

Shi Changsheng glanced at Lin Chen, "As the chosen successor to the Heart of the Demon Emperor, your father will naturally go to Dongshengzhou. The Fox Girl you mentioned should be the Demon Princess Nalan Wushuang, who carries the Demon Emperor Bloodline. She and Zhao Feiyu both have innate Dao Bodies, with a manifestation of Bihai Chaosheng, making them outstanding among the younger generation of the demon race."

"Since she has appeared in the Tomb of the Demon Emperor, the whole event may have been orchestrated by the demon race, luring human cultivators with the Divine Treasure’s emergence and the Five-color Radiance, and then trapping them all at once. However, you managed to find a solution to the Yin-Yang Valley Poison, thus foiling their plan."

"As she tries to leave Dongshengzhou safely with the Demon Emperor’s Successor, it will not be a smooth journey. Human cultivators will not sit idly by and will try to kill the Demon Emperor’s Successor. However, the demon race must have prepared for this. In any case, I’m afraid the battle between the human and demon races is about to begin anew."

Shi Changsheng sighed softly, "The Demon Emperor’s Successor has already appeared, but there is still no sign of the Human Emperor’s Successor. Will the Great Calamity from ten thousand years ago be repeated once more?"

Human Emperor’s Successor?

Does possessing the Emperor’s Seal count?

Lin Chen muttered to himself in his heart, but still dared not speak out.

Lin Chen suddenly realized that he seemed to have many secrets: the Shengling Pearl, Emperor’s Seal, Emperor’s Scripture, and he couldn’t reveal any of them.

"I will be going out for a while, so you should both continue your cultivation."

"Alright!"

Qiao Wei and Lin Chen left Clear Sky Mountain and returned to their Cliffside Cottage on Fei Pu Peak.

"Master usually never leaves his closed-door cultivation, but now he’s taking the initiative to go out. It seems he’s quite concerned about the reappearance of the Demon Emperor’s Successor."

Lin Chen thought about Shi Changsheng’s previous statement that many sects would try to kill the Demon Emperor’s Successor, and he couldn’t help but worry.

Qiao Wei guessed his concerns and comforted him, "The demon race is well-prepared and won’t let your father be killed easily. Although the demon race’s power is not as strong as before, there are many powerful Demon Kings."

Lin Chen curiously asked, "What’s the difference between a Great Demon and a Demon King?"

Qiao Wei explained, "Great Demons generally refer to Demonic Beasts in the Transformation Stage, which also includes Demon Kings. However, Demon Kings specifically refer to the peak Transformation Stage Demons with boundless mystic arts. Usually, their strength is comparable to the Late Void Separation, and even the Great Circle of Void Separation. These individuals will not sit idly by as your father faces death."

Pausing for a moment, Qiao Wei also sighed, "The conflict between the human and demon races has started again..."