I Have A Cultivation World Chapter 2640 - 1209: Within the Heavenly Tribulation

The female cultivator grumbled internally, unleashing a potent punch that sent the Primordial Clock flying. Yet, despite her current prowess within the Void Refining Realm, this Sixth Rank Superior Grade Magic Artifact remained largely unscathed. Her Yi Yuan Avatar, however, teetered on the brink of collapse, facing imminent destruction.

Witnessing the Ascension Radiance already engulfing his adversary, Chen Mobai promptly dissolved the avatar. It reverted into a Dao Fruit and retreated swiftly into the Primordial Clock.

"Ah!" The female cultivator let out a piercing cry as an overwhelming aura of absolute frost erupted outwards, encasing everything within its reach in ice.

However, Chen Mobai’s true form had already sought refuge within the Law Domain, a self-contained world offering sanctuary from the external onslaught.

Through the Divine Sense he maintained on the Primordial Dao Fruit, he observed the female cultivator's state. Post the descent of the Ascension Radiance, there remained a brief window before ascension, which was now unavoidable.

The female cultivator, seemingly unburdened by any familial ties or unfinished business, harbored a singular, burning desire: to annihilate Chen Mobai into mere dust.

Simultaneously, the Ascension Radiance descending from the Upper Realm captured the attention of the preeminent God-Transcending cultivators across the vast Tianhe Realm’s Five Continents and Four Seas.

Upon realizing the celestial event was once again centered on the East Continent, astonishment bloomed on their faces.

"After Yuan Qingque, is Dustless also on the verge of ascension? That shouldn't be right. He hasn't even reached Perfection of Spirit Transmutation."

"Could it be the Eastern Wilderness Qing Emperor then?"

But very quickly, the assembled God-Transcending cultivators dismissed this notion.

Regardless of the Qing Emperor’s formidable combat abilities, even if he had ascended to become the East Continent’s foremost cultivator, his cultivation time and current Realm were undeniable. It was utterly improbable for him to transition from Divinity Transformation to the Void Refining Realm within a mere few decades.

"So, who could it be then?"

Driven by an intense curiosity, the God-Transcending cultivators projected their Primordial Spirits from their bodies, soaring into the Nine Heavens to bear witness to the true identity of this mysterious Ascended Monk amidst the Heavenly Tribulation.

Above the East Continent, Dustless and the other God-Transcending cultivators were already reeling from shock. Outsiders might remain oblivious, but how could the locals misunderstand? Every single God-Transcending cultivator present was still significantly short of the Void Refining Realm.

Dustless and Da Kong, both situated in the Dongling Domain, were together when the latter, upon arriving at Dongling Immortal City, observed the former clutching the Xuanji Instrument of Heaven and Earth, his gaze fixed towards the northwest of the East Continent.

"That location is the tomb of Jade Shatter True Monarch, situated within the Ice..."

Upon hearing Dustless True Monarch’s words, Da Kong True Monarch’s countenance was etched with disbelief.

"She should have succumbed to old age and passed peacefully ages ago. How could she possibly retain several thousand years of lifespan?"

"Perhaps she consumed a Spirit Pill or an immortal medicine capable of extending life by ten thousand years. Alternatively, she might have already attained the Void Refining Realm long ago, granting her a ten-thousand-year lifespan, and for undisclosed reasons, chose to remain within the Tianhe Realm."

Dustless True Monarch articulated the possibilities that came to his mind. Hearing the phrase 'forcibly remained,' Da Kong True Monarch’s brow furrowed, as if a memory had surfaced.

"I recall that Little Friend Chen had ventured in that direction. Could this event have been instigated by him?"

Da Kong True Monarch voiced his thought, referencing a recent conversation where Chen Mobai had informed him of this matter.

"Indeed, he also informed me. Regardless of whether he is involved, let us proceed to the Nine Heavens to await developments."

Dustless True Monarch, ever steady and cautious, showed no inclination to directly approach the northwest region of the East Continent enveloped by the Ascension Radiance. After all, the identity and potential disposition of the Ascender remained unknown.

Conversely, within the Ninth Level Heavenly Tribulation, the Ascended Monk was compelled to conserve all their strength for the ordeal, ensuring a degree of safety.

"Mm. Should we wait for the others?"

Da Kong True Monarch nodded in agreement. An ascension event, occurring only once every few millennia, had now transpired twice over the East Continent within a mere century. This turn of events filled him with a sense of good fortune, as no God-Transcending cultivator would willingly forgo witnessing such a monumental occasion.

"Ni Yuanzhong is tasked with guarding Ye Qing's Divinity Transformation. As for Shenxi, I've assigned him to protect the mountain gate, ensuring no demonic incursions or opportunistic thieves disrupt the proceedings during this critical juncture."

Dustless merely shook his head, stating it would be only the two of them.

Upon hearing this, Da Kong True Monarch immediately activated the ring on his wrist, teleporting them to the Tian Gang above. The Heavenly Tribulation was far too perilous; thus, to ensure safety, he opted against using any Void Secret Technique for entry.

Meanwhile, at the scene of the incident.

After venting her frustration for a period, the female cultivator finally regained her composure. Her gaze, as cold as ice, fixed upon the Jade Bell suspended in mid-air nearby, and her fists clenched tightly.

However, following that intense barrage of blows, this Primordial Clock remained completely unscathed.

Consequently, she decided against further expenditure of her strength.

Once the Ascension Radiance envelops an individual, they are already within the sight of the Spiritual Void Immortal Realm; even if one were to conceal themselves within the Ice-sealed Mausoleum, the Three Yin Destruction Array would be powerless to hide them.

Realizing that a fleeting moment of impulse had now consigned her to face the Ninth Level Heavenly Tribulation, the female cultivator was overwhelmed with regret.

Had she possessed foresight, she would have simply feigned ignorance and retreated to sleep within the Ice Coffin.

Yet, at this juncture, repentance was utterly futile.

Since evasion was not an option, she resolved to confront the Heavenly Tribulation head-on.

Having attained the Void Refining Realm, the Female Cultivator was undoubtedly a being of resolute will, and in mere moments, she had successfully reoriented her mindset.

Nevertheless, with a sliver of time still remaining, she ventured back into the Ice-sealed Mausoleum one last time.

Chen Mobai, concealed within the Primordial Clock, was perplexed by her action but dared not follow, electing instead to await her return.

The Female Cultivator swiftly emerged, cast a chilling glance at the Primordial Clock, and then followed the Ascension Radiance toward the Ninth Heaven's ninth level.

Without hesitation, Chen Mobai piloted the Primordial Clock to pursue.

However, just as he ascended, he was abruptly sent flying by a punch from the Female Cultivator, who had inexplicably halted mid-flight.

Sent hurtling away, Chen Mobai inwardly cursed and logged this offense in his memory, yet he refrained from approaching too closely again. Only after the Female Cultivator breached the Tian Gang and entered the Heavenly Tribulation did he, from a different vector, crash into the Ninth Level Heavenly Tribulation.

"Little friend, you have arrived as well!"

As if by sheer coincidence, just as Chen Mobai guided the Primordial Clock inward, Dustless True Monarch's voice reached his ears. The latter stood alongside Da Kong True Monarch, beckoning him forward.

"Seniors, I shall not approach. I just engaged in a rather fierce duel with that old hag Jade Shatter and finally managed to send her up here. She is spiteful and harbors grudges; should she perceive me in your company, she might very well decide to pummel us, even at the cost of forfeiting her Ascendance..."

Chen Mobai briefly recounted the circumstances. Dustless and Da Kong exchanged looks of astonishment, but their reactions were swift; they immediately piloted their Primordial Spirits and put considerable distance between themselves and Chen Mobai.

"Little friend, take care then!"

With these parting words, Da Kong True Monarch pulled Dustless True Monarch along and plunged into the Second Level Heavenly Tribulation.

"You two Seniors are perhaps a tad too cautious."

Despite having initiated the conversation, observing their rapid retreat, Chen Mobai couldn't help but grumble internally.

Due to being struck away mid-journey by Jade Shatter True Monarch, his arrival was slightly delayed; she had already triumphed over the First Level of Thunder Tribulation with relative ease.

A lingering aura of profound cold had yet to dissipate.

Since acquiring the Primordial Clock, Chen Mobai had also entered the Ninth Level Heavenly Tribulation on multiple occasions. Apart from condensing the Nine Heavens Pure Qi, he could also utilize it to refine the Primordial Clock.

With his own cultivation level, he could at best only remain within this First Level of Heavenly Tribulation. However, leveraging the Primordial Clock allowed him to traverse freely through the initial three levels of the Heavenly Tribulation.

Identifying a vulnerability, he plunged into the Second Level Heavenly Tribulation, where ferocious flames erupted towards him.

Chen Mobai observed Jade Shatter True Monarch, adorned in exquisite Cold Ice Jade Armor, with the Blue Moon insignia gleaming between her brows. Radiating an overwhelming chill, she advanced step by painstaking step through the final Fire Tribulation.

Upon the Primordial Clock's intrusion, Jade Shatter True Monarch naturally detected its presence. However, within the confines of the Heavenly Tribulation, she dared not squander even a iota of her strength; thus, she merely shot a venomous glare before pressing onward into the Third Level Heavenly Tribulation.

Here, Chen Mobai beheld numerous Soul Dharma Aspects; it was evident these represented the preeminent God-Transcending cultivators from across the Five Continents and Four Seas.

A wave of curiosity washed over the onlookers as they recognized the distinctive Primordial Clock, identifying the figure as none other than the Eastern Wilderness Qing Emperor, the first God-Transcending cultivator of the East Continent.

However, there was no time for pleasantries; the most crucial event was witnessing the Ascendance.

After a silent exchange of glances, numerous Soul Dharma Aspects one after another surged into the Third Level Heavenly Tribulation.

Upon entering, they found Jade Shatter True Monarch remarkably calm and unhurried.

This was because the tribulation was the Cold Ice Tribulation.

Not only did it fail to impede Jade Shatter True Monarch, but it also allowed her to replenish her expended Qi from the previous two levels of Heavenly Tribulation. Furthermore, it deepened her comprehension of the Cold Ice Great Dao.

The moment Chen Mobai guided the Primordial Clock inward, Jade Shatter True Monarch’s frigid gaze fell upon him.

Chen Mobai instantly understood, retracting half the bell back into the Second Level Heavenly Tribulation. He resolved to retreat into the Fire Tribulation the instant a fist was thrown his way. He doubted Jade Shatter True Monarch would risk failing her Ascendance just to pursue him.

This tactic elicited a cold snort from Jade Shatter True Monarch, who had been preparing to act.

Just as Chen Mobai had surmised, in the collective view of all cultivators in the Tianhe Realm, the Ascendance held paramount importance.

"You are a God-Transcending cultivator from the Eastern Wilderness Five Elements Sect. Your sect’s Patriarch bears the Dao title Yi Yuan; I have already noted it down. When I reach the Spiritual Void Immortal Realm, the animosity I have with you, a junior, will be borne by your Patriarch."

As the Ascension Radiance intensified, Jade Shatter True Monarch could no longer remain within the Cold Ice Heavenly Tribulation. The subsequent tribulations were beyond the observation of God-Transcending cultivators. Thus, before her departure, she directed this venomous threat at Chen Mobai.

"Hah, you can't even defeat me, yet you dare seek out our sect's Patriarch Yi Yuan? If you are so eager for death, why not go directly to the source of our sect’s inheritance—the Eastern Pole Qinghua Longevity Heavenly Sovereign."

Hearing Jade Shatter True Monarch's words, Chen Mobai felt an unexpected surge of amusement. Besides Yi Yuan True Monarch, he had directly invoked the name of the Heavenly Sovereign as well.

Even if Jade Shatter True Monarch managed to overcome the Ninth Level Heavenly Tribulation and ascend successfully, he was confident she would be no match for Yi Yuan True Monarch.

However, considering Jade Shatter True Monarch's seniority compared to Yi Yuan True Monarch, and the existence of Extreme Yin Patriarch in the Spiritual Void Immortal Realm, Chen Mobai worried Yi Yuan True Monarch might be outnumbered. Consequently, he immediately sought an even more powerful guardian.

The mention of the Heavenly Sovereign's name did indeed cause Jade Shatter True Monarch to fall silent.

She possessed considerable confidence in her own abilities, yet she knew she was still leagues apart from such an ancient and supremely powerful being.

"You would be wise to refrain from ascending!"

Uttering these final words, Jade Shatter True Monarch was enveloped by the Ascension Radiance and plunged into the Fourth Level of Heavenly Tribulation.

God-Transcending cultivators could no longer enter this level.

Yet, Chen Mobai still observed three Soul Dharma Aspects follow suit and descend into it.