Chapter 2764: Chapter 1277: Pursuit and Assassination

After a fierce battle with the Kui Beast, where his injuries had not yet healed, it seems that the probability of Chen Mobai ascending through the Ninth Level Heavenly Tribulation is less than ten percent.

However, even a ten percent chance is still a chance, so Chen Mobai plans to cut off all its hopes, preferably seeing it die before his eyes to set his mind at ease.

Even if the Kui Beast were to ascend, it would seek out the Yi Yuan True Monarch, but if Chen Mobai could handle it himself, he certainly wouldn’t want to burden him.

Thus, seeing the Kui Beast being forced into the Second Level Fire Tribulation, Chen Mobai immediately hoisted the Primordial Clock, steering the Thousand Swords Dharma Body towards the Nine Heavens, determined to pursue it to the end.

The reason for ascending now is that the Kui Beast is enveloped by the Ascension Radiance, allowing it only to ascend, not descend.

After leaving the Sky Curtain Ground Network Formation, he no longer had the Spirit Vein of the Eastern Continent Frontier’s Three Regions as a backup energy source. If the Kui Beast decided to self-destruct its inner core, wouldn’t it be courting death?

But now that the Kui Beast had ascended, there was no longer this concern.

Chen Mobai, invigorated, arrived in the First Level Thunder Tribulation, where he saw the diverse and magnificent Soul Dharma Aspects, politely greeting those around him.

Among those present, he recognized only a few.

For example, Pure Wind True Monarch of the West Continent, Pharmacist Li of the South Continent, and Great Ancient True Monarch.

Having witnessed Chen Mobai’s true strength, those acquaintances wanted to get closer to him.

"Fellow Daoists, I will first go to slay that Kui Beast, and then we can catch up later."

But Chen Mobai said this, then hoisted the Primordial Clock and flew into the Second Level Fire Tribulation.

Seeing this, the Divinity Transformation cultivators from the Five Continents and Four Seas all looked on in admiration.

A Divinity Transformation actually chasing a Cultivating Void!

Such a thing had never happened in the history of the Tianhe Realm. Truly, the more one lives, the more one sees; today certainly opened their eyes.

[Isn’t this person afraid that the Kui Beast will explode in desperation?]

Seeing Chen Mobai’s actions, such a thought also arose in the minds of a few Divinity Transformation cultivators.

If it were them, facing such humiliation, in a moment of anger, they might have directly exploded with Chen Mobai.

Upon reaching the Second Heavenly Tribulation, what Chen Mobai saw was the back of the Kui Beast, which had just stepped into the Third Level Heavenly Tribulation.

He could judge so accurately because the Purple Electric Sword was chasing with the Five-Colored Divine Light, each time erupting with white light to exert pressure whenever the Kui Beast tried to pause for rest.

Chen Mobai, in constant communion with the Purple Electric Sword, grasped the situation very clearly.

Utilizing the Armor Great Dao, the Kui Beast, having passed through the Fire Tribulation, intended to catch its breath in the Third Level Cold Ice Heavenly Tribulation. Yet as it ascended, it saw Chen Mobai, hoisting the Primordial Clock and following behind, becoming furious.

But even so, the Kui Beast had no choice but to persist and continue with the tribulation in one go.

[With the cultivation level of a Divinity Transformation, at most he can break into the Fourth Level Void Heavenly Tribulation. As long as I make it through the Fourth Level, he can’t follow any further.]

Thinking this way, the Kui Beast unleashed the power of its three Great Daos, maintaining the temperature of its essence, qi, and spirit under the Cold Ice Polar Light, preventing itself from freezing inadvertently.

A Sword Sound rang out, and the Purple Electric Sword, trailing five-colored light, flew into the Third Level Heavenly Tribulation.

Seeing this, the Kui Beast forced itself to remain calm, multitasking, continuing its tribulation while reserving some strength to resist the onslaught of the Purple Electric Sword.

Clang! Clang! Clang!

At this moment, in the Fire Tribulation below, the ominous chime of a bell resounded, as if a death knell, reminding the Kui Beast that the Eastern Wilderness Qing Emperor was about to arrive. 𝙛𝓻𝒆𝒆𝒘𝙚𝓫𝙣𝙤𝒗𝙚𝓵.𝙘𝙤𝙢

[Damn it!]

As the Kui Beast became agitated, it suddenly realized its mouth was frozen and immobile.

This was a sign of invasion by the Cold Ice Polar Light; it immediately calmed its mind, unleashing the power of the Great Dao to expel the cold air from within.

Originally intending to conserve some energy, the Kui Beast could no longer afford to do so, deploying the power of its three Great Daos to pass through the Cold Ice Heavenly Tribulation as quickly as possible.

Upon entering the Fourth Level Heavenly Tribulation, the Kui Beast suddenly realized something, stopping at the entrance, casting a cold gaze downward.

This Void Heavenly Tribulation is the limit for a Divinity Transformation.

However, for a Cultivating Void, able to manipulate the Power of the Void and comprehend space, it’s considered a relatively easy hurdle. If it were to battle Chen Mobai on this battlefield, the Kui Beast felt it had a chance of winning.

It even made up its mind: if it still couldn’t defeat him in the end, it would risk exploding its inner core to take Chen Mobai down in the Void Heavenly Tribulation with it.

But after waiting for a while, it only saw the Purple Electric Sword fly up and the incessant tolling of the bell.

Yet, it couldn’t spot Chen Mobai’s presence.

[Damn, tricked by this kid!]

At this point, the Kui Beast finally realized, gritting its teeth in hatred, but with Chen Mobai not ascending, there was nothing it could do.

Because it could only ascend, not descend.

At the same time, the void around began to become strange, with dark cracks resembling mirror fragments spreading towards the Kui Beast from all directions, accompanied by strands of silver-black whirlwinds carrying the power to annihilate all things.

The Kui Beast pushed its Armor Great Dao to the extreme, but in the midst of the Void Heavenly Tribulation, it continued to twist uncontrollably.

Luckily, after reaching the sixth rank, it had some understanding of the void, allowing it to barely manipulate the surrounding Power of Void to reduce the incoming Heavenly Tribulation. Under such circumstances, it steadily moved towards the fifth level of Heavenly Tribulation.

Meanwhile, within the Cold Ice Heavenly Tribulation, Chen Mobai watched the entire process through the Purple Electric Sword.

Due to holding the Primordial Clock, the terrifying Cold Ice Polar Light that was dangerous for ordinary Divinity Transformation cultivators was not much of an issue for him.

But going further, it would reach the boundary of Divinity Transformation.

Only top-level Taixu Immortals could freely come and go.

Although Chen Mobai believed himself not inferior, and had the Primordial Clock in hand, he certainly wouldn’t go up while the Kui Beast was undergoing tribulation.

After all, it was not easy to cultivate to such a realm, and he couldn’t risk it.

However, just as he stopped in his tracks, two Spiritual Lights of Primordial Spirit flew up, taking the forms of a Confucian scholar and an elder.

Seeing them, Chen Mobai hesitated, wondering whether to greet them. But since he didn’t know them, he was uncertain how to start.

"Greetings, Daoist friend, I am Jiang Shuyu." The Confucian scholar took the initiative to introduce himself with a smile.

"So, it’s the senior Taixu Immortal, I’ve long admired you!" Chen Mobai was aware of the names of these top Divinity Transformation cultivators and courteously returned the greeting.

"And who might this senior be?" Chen Mobai looked at the elder beside the Taixu Immortal and asked.

"I am Kong Wenyan." Though there were conflicts between the Qianqiu Pen and Ink Forest and Yi Yuan True Monarch, seeing Chen Mobai exhibit such formidable strength, the Vast Energy Immortal would not want to offend him. Hearing Chen Mobai’s question, he introduced himself directly.

"Greetings, Vast Energy Immortal senior." Upon hearing this, Chen Mobai appeared to be understanding, and he observed proper etiquette.

With this, Chen Mobai was not surprised.

After all, few Divinity Transformation cultivators could reach here, and those who could stand alongside the Taixu Immortal were even rarer.

"Though young friend had a famous reputation in the East Continent, you were unfamiliar to other Holy Land Daoists due to not attending the last Holy Dao Convention. But today’s battle has proven that you are indeed among the top experts in the Tianhe Realm."

"That Thunder Lord, as one of the nine True Spirits, acts as the guardian True Spirit of the Ten Thousand Spirits Sect. Unexpectedly coming to the Eastern Continent to trouble you does not align with the principle that Righteous Path Holy Lands should not attack each other. When I return, I will speak with the Heavenly Spirit about this matter and see how he explains."

"Henceforth, young friend, please restrain your temper, and refrain from using the sixth rank killing weapon casually, to avoid causing unrest across the Five Continents and Four Seas, leading to a thousand years of calamity..."

After introducing himself, the Vast Energy Immortal couldn’t help but start advising.

Chen Mobai was not surprised at all, knowing that when Ye Qing had previously introduced the top Divinity Transformation cultivators in the Tianhe Realm, he mentioned that the leader of the Qianqiu Pen and Ink Forest loved to act as a mentor.

Just like him.

However, although Chen Mobai loved to be a mentor, he didn’t like being lectured by others.

If it were any other time, he would have found an excuse to interrupt.

But now was just right.

Because the Kui Beast was still crossing the tribulation above, and in front of outsiders, he was troubled about what excuse to use for not going up. After all, he had previously set himself up as pursuing the Kui Beast to the Nine Heavens.

Chen Mobai pretended to be receptive and listened intently.

Seeing his polite demeanor, the Vast Energy Immortal began to question whether his previous prejudice due to Chen Mobai’s background was excessive. This was indeed a promising young disciple of the Righteous Path, who might become a pillar of the Tianhe Realm’s Righteous Path with some guidance.

"...I heard that you also practice the Saintly Virtue Great Dao. If there is an opportunity in the future, I might seek advice from the ancestors, and recommend you for initiation."

Chen Mobai’s teachable demeanor sparked the Vast Energy Immortal’s interest in nurturing talent and even considered accepting him as a disciple.

Even for their Ancient Sacred Land, those who could Cultivate Void were rare talents.

Many cultivators who ascended to the Spiritual Void Immortal Realm changed allegiances.

The Vast Energy Immortal believed if Chen Mobai joined their lineage, the past disputes with Yi Yuan True Monarch could be resolved. Perhaps that connection was for this purpose.

"That’s unnecessary. I’ve already received inheritances from the Longevity Sect and Yi Yuan Dao Palace. If the Saintly Virtue doesn’t work out, I’ll simply switch to another Great Tao."

Chen Mobai shook his head, declining. It was for the Thousand-Autumn Saint’s sake. After all, he had already joined the Purple Cloud Palace as the last Inner Chamber Disciple of the Purple Sky Daoist Venerable. Even if the Thousand-Autumn Saint were a Saintly Virtue Daoist Monarch, he couldn’t bear such a hierarchy.

Hearing these words, the Vast Energy Immortal wasn’t displeased at all.

He thought Chen Mobai was principled, consistent from beginning to end, with a steadfast Dao Heart and absolute confidence.

What an excellent heir!

How could Yi Yuan True Monarch have gotten so lucky?

"Gentlemen, I must continue upwards to pursue the Kui Beast..."

At this moment, Chen Mobai had seen through the Purple Electric Sword that the Kui Beast had stepped into the fifth level of Heavenly Tribulation, maintaining his stance of pursuit.