Running A Cemetery in North America-Chapter 431 - 302: Grand Sacrificial Society → Celestial Court
Swish! Swish! Swish!
Swish! Swish! Swish!
Inside the notebook of each Tomb Guardian, several crystal-clear fragments flew up to the sky, merging into the illusionary pavilion and tower.
Gradually, those pavilions and towers became incredibly clear, taking on a tangible presence.
At the center of the Celestial Palace is the Lingxiao Palace, surrounded by four great Heavenly Gates in the East, South, West, and North guarding the Four Directions Celestial Domain.
Other places like the Jasper Pool, Peach Garden, Celestial River, and Imperial Stables are scattered around the periphery of the Celestial Palace and are also distinctly visible.
"This... Is this the Celestial Palace!"
Suddenly, a Tomb Guardian exclaimed in shock, unable to imagine that the reward of the Six-Star Task this time, the Celestial Court Realm Fragment, could summon the Celestial Palace!
Such a phenomenon inevitably leads one to ponder what the actual relationship is between the Grand Sacrificial Society and the Celestial Palace.
With the death of the external demon, the seal on the grotto heaven here also loosened and shattered.
The city of Layele began to fracture and collapse, losing its meaning with the demise of the external demon and its seal.
"Forget it for now, let’s go!" someone shouted loudly.
Immediately, all the Tomb Guardians started fleeing down the path they came from; as the grotto heaven began collapsing, if trapped inside, they would be eternally stuck there along with the grotto heaven.
Sun Yan instantly mounted the Somersaulting Cloud, pulled Lin Wan and Zhou Mangmang from the crowd, and swiftly flew out of Layele.
Only after flying out of Layele, and landing on the submarine, did the trio breathe a sigh of relief.
Their venture into Layele lasted only a few hours, but the oppressive feeling received left them all with unforgettable memories, like pricking thorns against their backs.
After all the Tomb Guardians had escaped Layele, shortly thereafter, the entire city collapsed completely into the sea depths.
Thus, this undersea city truly vanished from this world.
"What exactly are these Celestial Court Realm Fragments? Have we actually repaired the Celestial Palace?"
In the silent atmosphere, someone suddenly spoke up.
"Not sure, but I think that’s the case."
"Actually, we should have realized it earlier—the notebook could give us various magical treasures and materials, even Immortals found only in myths—this must be something the Immortals left behind, and the Grand Sacrificial Society likely was the Celestial Palace in the past, but because it was damaged, it ended up like this."
The crowd engaged in fervent discussion, yet no one could arrive at a concrete explanation.
The existence of the notebooks and the Grand Sacrificial Society, even the Tomb Guardians couldn’t make sense of it.
This is because during the great battle with the Longevity Species many fell in the past, leaving them unaware of subsequent events.
"Let’s head back now; Mr. Li Sr. isn’t suitable to stay here any longer. Let’s take him back to rest," Li Bo looked sorrowfully at the dying Mr. Li Sr. in his arms.
Everyone knew how powerful Mr. Li Sr.’s Tomb Guardian was, but precisely because of that immense power, Mr. Li Sr., once he used the Tongtian Sect Leader’s ability, would severely deplete his essence and lifespan.
The stronger the Tomb Guardian, the more severe the drawbacks.
After witnessing Mr. Li’s retaliation from using the Array of Ten Thousand Immortals, Sun Yan began to feel relieved his Tomb Guardian wasn’t as powerful.
At least, regardless of True Monarch of Pure Origin and Mysterious Dao, Monkey King, or Three Altar Sea Assembly Great God, the three were ready to assist Sun Yan at any time, and Sun Yan wouldn’t suffer backlash.
Li Bo moved his wings, quickly flying away with the unconscious Mr. Li Sr.
"Since we’ve already vanquished the external demon, let’s head back first. The strange anomaly of the Celestial Palace earlier is indeed peculiar; let’s first return to the Grand Sacrificial Society to investigate."
With such odd occurrences, no one wanted to linger; each boarded their respective vessel and left.
Sun Yan looked up at the still peculiar celestial sign and turned to enter the submarine.
Though completing the Six-Star Task this time didn’t yield tangible rewards, the celestial anomaly was enough to explain a lot.
It implies that with the death of the sealed external demon, the world might undergo major transformations.
Exactly what changes, Sun Yan was unclear, but he always had a vague sense of unease.
Meanwhile, at the Kongtong Sect far in the East.
Beside the corridor on the cliff, an elderly Daoist gazed at the celestial sign, his face full of worry.
"Situations are growing increasingly wrong. I encountered the Kunlun demon at Zhu Family Town years ago. I’ve been secretly investigating the matters between Kunlun and Xu Fu all this time; back then, Xu Fu saved Zhu Yunwen and took him to cultivate immortality, surely with some unspeakable purpose."
"It’s unfortunate that after leaving Zhu Family Town that year, I’ve never seen the young brother with the surname Sun again, unsure if he’s still alive."
"If this person is still around, he’d certainly be greatly helpful; in this End-of-Dharma Era, there are fewer and fewer capable individuals."
Daoist Li pondered over the celestial sign, speaking to himself.
At that moment, suddenly, a celestial palace full of Immortal aura appeared above the sky in his sight.
Daoist Li was instantly dumbfounded, showing a look of disbelief.
"The Celestial Palace?! Does the Celestial Palace actually exist? How is this possible!"
"No, things have changed; I must investigate this situation thoroughly. The world is going to be in chaos."
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The submarine returned to Australia, and Sun Yan and his companions exited one after another.
Though this submarine was over ten meters long, the interior was truly not suitable for humans, cramped and tight, even Sun Yan couldn’t tolerate it.
Thankfully, the time spent wasn’t too long; if he had to be in there for ten days or half a month, Sun Yan would rather use more Incense Ash Magical Power for the Somersaulting Cloud.
"I didn’t expect even the Tongtian Sect Leader isn’t in this world anymore, only a remnant avatar remains."
"Back then, that battle drove out all the Longevity Species, unable to return to this day. Even the Three Pristine Ones and Four Imperial Lords couldn’t avoid paying a hefty price, already leaving an avatar with precaution, which is extremely rare."
"Alas."
The three Great Gods of True Monarch of Pure Origin and Mysterious Dao floated behind Sun Yan, discussing among themselves.
Now with the reappearance of the Celestial Palace, it holds significant meaning for the three.
Back then, the Celestial Palace collapsed in that battle; now with its reappearance, it might mean a significant amount of Immortal positions will become vacant, needing people to fill.
For Immortals back then, becoming an official in the Celestial Palace was a cage, a grueling task.
But in this late era, being able to take an official post in the Celestial Palace, become an Immortal, is the most convenient way to gain immortality.
Even being a Stable Cleaner would likely have people battling in droves to snatch it.
Being a civil servant pales in comparison to being a Celestial Immortal.
"Sun Yan, I just happen to be going to America; come with me." 𝒇𝙧𝙚𝓮𝙬𝙚𝓫𝒏𝓸𝓿𝓮𝒍.𝓬𝙤𝓶
After leaving the submarine, Lin Wan offered to Sun Yan.
"Okay." Sun Yan nodded; after all, this opportunity to hitch a free ride on a plane was something he’d undoubtedly take.
Having Lin Wan’s family private jet saves him the cost of buying a ticket.
"Is America fun? Unfortunately, I don’t have a passport; otherwise, I’d join you guys for a stroll in America," Zhou Mangmang asked curiously.
"Expand your horizons a bit; you’re already a Tomb Guardian, why worry about passports? Don’t forget your Tomb Guardian is Grandmaster Wen and West Sea Dragon King. If you want to go to America, people there would probably welcome you. Leave it to me; we just completed such a dangerous Six-Star Task, let’s go to America for some fun."
Sun Yan smiled, "I’ve got some connections from my time in America."
"Really? Then let’s go."
Currently, all of North America is essentially the backyard of the Evil God Council, and Sun Yan being someone whom even the first Speaker of the Evil God Council must fear.
It’s evident Zhou Mangmang’s desire to visit North America is simply a matter of Sun Yan saying a single word, with no need for a passport.
Rules are made to restrict ordinary people, those with privileges can break them.
In Lin Wan’s private escort car, Sun Yan and his companions quickly reached the local airport, boarding the Lin Group’s private plane heading to America.
