Starting as the President of a Billionaire Group Chapter 1215 1190: Celestial Thunder Tribulation

A look of indignation crossed Ye Chen's countenance. "No one's destiny after birth is predetermined by Heaven; such pronouncements are merely the solace of failures speaking to themselves."

While Ao Bing did not entirely concur with Ye Chen's assertion, the sheer might he had displayed instilled a deep sense of caution within him.

Prior to this encounter, the entirety of the Dragon Clan had bestowed upon him their most resilient scales, which were meticulously forged into the formidable Ten Thousand Dragon Armor.

Though outwardly, no damage was apparent, Ao Bing was acutely aware that such defenses should render him impervious to any blade, yet Ye Chen had effortlessly breached them.

He found himself perpetually questioning the true identity of the man confronting him.

Meanwhile, on another front, Nezha, alongside Taoyi Immortal, had successfully subdued Shen Gongbao.

They bore the defeated Shen Gongbao and made their way toward Ye Chen's position.

"Deliveryman Immortal." Taoyi Immortal offered a respectful salutation to Ye Chen upon their arrival.

He had only recently learned of Ye Chen from Nezha, a deliveryman in this current era seemed a peculiar concept, and Taoyi Immortal surmised it might be a moniker Ye Chen used.

Ao Bing was taken aback by the title; after a moment of contemplation, he could not recall any figure known by such a designation.

He then recalled Ye Chen's earlier words and mused, This explains his perspective; this Great Immortal must truly transcend the three realms and exist beyond the confines of the five elements.

The destiny for individuals of his caliber must lie within their own grasp, a path walked without any external constraints.

Ao Bing recognized his defeat, acknowledging his failure to meet the expectations of the Dragon Race, and he was generally one to accept the outcome of a contest.

Despite the internal reluctance, he could only concede the loss.

However, Shen Gongbao remained unyielding in his defeat. It was he who had instigated all this turmoil, fueled by envy that the Celestial Venerable showed undue favor to his junior brother, believing himself to be the most suitable candidate for the cyclical ascension to Golden Immortal status.

Still lying on the ground, Shen Gongbao implored Ao Bing, "Disciple, quickly channel your mana to invoke the Celestial Thunder Tribulation!"

He refused to accept defeat until the very last possible moment.

Observing Ao Bing's inaction, Shen Gongbao grew increasingly anxious, exclaiming, "Disciple, we have not yet lost; victory is still within our reach!"

Even if he wished to heed his master's command, Ao Bing, having endured Ye Chen's repeated, devastating blows, found his Ten Thousand Dragon Armor fractured, his internal organs grievously wounded, and his mana reserves rendered utterly unusable.

A grimace of pain contorted his features.

During his previous viewing of the film, Ye Chen had felt a surge of anger within his heart; Shen Gongbao was depicted as a malevolent entity, orchestrating this tragedy for his own selfish ambitions.

Ultimately, it had merely been a cinematic depiction; no matter how incensed he became, his only recourse was internal curses.

But now, having arrived in this world, his formidable strength granted him the agency to deal with Shen Gongbao as he saw fit.

Ye Chen advanced deliberately towards Shen Gongbao, knelt before him, and declared with icy resolve, "Shen Gongbao, your selfishness renders you unworthy of being counted among the Twelve Golden Immortals."

As he finished speaking, he unleashed a powerful fist strike towards Shen Gongbao's face.

Shen Gongbao felt a rush of wind preceding the impact, and then his vision exploded into a myriad of stars.

Ye Chen showed no sign of stopping; his ire intensified at Shen Gongbao's nefarious scheme, a blazing fury consuming his heart.

He continued to rain punches upon Shen Gongbao's face, finding a measure of catharsis with each blow.

In this state, Shen Gongbao was stripped of his former arrogance, his face a bruised and swollen mess.

Yet, a cold smile still played on his lips as he uttered, "Though you have defeated us, you cannot possibly save Nezha."

The colossal ice mountain had been shattered, and the inhabitants of Chentang Pass were now secure.

Ao Bing and Shen Gongbao had been subdued, yet the imminent peril had not fully receded; the most critical challenge still lay ahead.

As Shen Gongbao had foretold, Nezha was on the verge of facing the Celestial Thunder Tribulation.

Recalling the movie, Nezha's physical form had been annihilated, but his spirit had been preserved.

However, Ye Chen harbored no satisfaction with that outcome, having felt powerless at the time.

The present circumstances were entirely different; he possessed the capability to alter this conclusion through his own might and ensure a triumphant finale for this narrative.

Nezha approached his parents, the Li Jing couple, to express his gratitude for their upbringing, and then sought out Taoyi Zhenren to bid farewell to his esteemed master.

He then ascended into the heavens, where the sky grew dark with an ominous display of lightning and thunder, striking fear into the hearts of all who witnessed it.

Taoyi Immortal and the Li Jing couple approached Ye Chen, imploring him with earnest voices, "Deliveryman Immortal, we beg you, please save Nezha; he is but a child."

They had been eyewitnesses to Ye Chen's extraordinary power, placing their entire hope in this man before them.

Even without their pleas, Ye Chen had intended to intervene, considering Nezha his client; should the boy perish, from whom would he collect his payment?

"Rest assured, I will undoubtedly aid Nezha," Ye Chen affirmed with a nod.

With his promise made, he soared into the sky, positioning himself before Nezha.

Nezha regarded Ye Chen with surprise, inquiring, "Elder brother, what brings you here?"

Ye Chen offered a smile, remarking, "Your parents and mentor are still awaiting you below; you should hasten down."

Nezha, with a stubborn resolve, declared, "My affairs are my own to manage. I refuse to let anyone face the Celestial Thunder Tribulation on my behalf. Big brother, I appreciate your kind intentions."

Hearing Nezha's words, Ye Chen felt a surge of respect for the three-year-old. He recognized the child's refusal not as defiance, but as a noble unwillingness to burden others, stemming from a deep kindness.

Understanding that he could not sway Nezha, Ye Chen responded with a confident smile, "Nezha, have no fear. This Celestial Thunder Tribulation poses no threat to me whatsoever."

He perceived that Nezha's refusal stemmed from a genuine concern for Ye Chen's safety.

"But... but..." Nezha began, his brow furrowed.

"Enough of 'buts,'" Ye Chen interrupted, his expression firm. "You must place your trust in my words. We will all emerge from this unscathed."

Nezha had personally witnessed Ye Chen's formidable mana.

He had indeed felt strained when battling Ao Bing earlier.

Yet, Ye Chen had dispatched Ao Bing with effortless ease. Nezha knew that Ao Bing was the reincarnation of the Spirit Pearl, endowed with immense mana by birth.

The fact that his big brother had surpassed Ao Bing in strength suggested an even greater depth of power. Nezha mused that Ye Chen's reputation must be that of a hidden master, perhaps akin to a Celestial Venerable.

Nezha inclined his head, gazing at Ye Chen. "Big brother, you must be exceedingly careful," he advised.

As he uttered these words, he embraced Ye Chen.

Ye Chen's affection for Nezha deepened. Despite being the reincarnation of a Demon Pill, the child possessed an exceptionally benevolent heart.

Here was a three-year-old who exhibited concern for others, surpassing many adults in his compassion.

"Very well, very well," Ye Chen replied, patting Nezha's head with a gentle smile.

Reluctantly, Nezha released Ye Chen and descended, rejoining the Li Jing couple. His gaze remained fixed on Ye Chen in the sky, a worried expression clouding his features as he silently prayed, "Big brother, please return safely."

At that precise moment, a tremendous rumble echoed from the heavens as a colossal bolt of lightning descended.

Observing the descending lightning, Ye Chen gathered all his might to meet the onslaught.

However, an unforeseen event transpired, plunging everyone present into a state of breathless suspense.