Starting From A Son In Law To Build An Long Lasting Family Chapter 2187: 590: Golden-Winged Roc’s Tribulation

The Great Dream Marsh, near the Sea Eye.

Above the celestial canopy, ominous gray-black tribulation clouds descended like a shroud, engulfing the entire oceanic expanse, a terrifying vortex of qi brewing within.

A Peng bird, appearing as if sculpted from pure gold, stood defiant beneath the tempestuous sky, its magnificent wings outstretched to receive the thunderous descent of heavenly lightning.

The lightning, a chaotic symphony of intertwined crackles, roared with fury, morphing into serpentine pythons as the tempestuous ocean of thunder poured down, completely submerging the Peng bird.

Under the onslaught of this celestial tribulation, the feathers of the Golden-Winged Heavenly Peng were continuously scorched and ripped away, even as blood splattered into the storm.

Yet, it did not falter, its resolve unwavering as it pressed forward against the heavenly onslaught.

From a distance, Lu Changsheng, Yun Wanshang, and Qian Zhuyan observed in silent solidarity, bearing witness to the Golden-Winged Heavenly Peng's arduous tribulation.

"This oceanic environment seems hardly ideal for the Golden Peng to undergo its tribulation; isn't this path fraught with peril?"

Yun Wanshang, her gaze fixed on the dramatic spectacle of the Golden-Winged Heavenly Peng's trial, voiced her concern to Lu Changsheng.

For demonic beasts, the ordeal of tribulation is no less demanding than for cultivators.

Indeed, demonic beasts often possess a lesser grasp of the heavenly tribulation's intricacies, making them more susceptible to its destructive power.

In Yun Wanshang's estimation, the Golden-Winged Heavenly Peng's chosen method was a stark defiance of convention; not only had it selected such a vast and unforgiving sea but was also actively meeting the tribulation head-on with its physical form.

While the baptism of heavenly tribulation undoubtedly bestows numerous boons, the crucial question remains whether one possesses the fortitude to endure and assimilate its power.

"Have no fear," Lu Changsheng reassured her with a gentle smile.

"While undergoing tribulation in this sea lacks the amplifying effect of a Spirit Vein environment, it had previously ingested the Essence Soul Pill of the Split Wind Beast, and its entire being is now brimming with potent energy."

"In addition to the Split Wind Beast's Essence Soul Pill, it also possesses the Bone Talisman as a means of defense; there is no imminent danger."

Having previously observed the tribulation crossings of the Sea Splitting Mysterious Dragon Whale and the Soul-Calling Beast, Lu Changsheng harbored complete confidence in the Golden-Winged Heavenly Peng's successful passage.

He understood that as long as this True Spirit Level Bloodline Demon Beast abstained from self-destruction or external interference, its survival was virtually assured.

"Very well," Yun Wanshang conceded with a soft nod.

However, the sight of the Golden-Winged Heavenly Peng's golden feathers being charred and torn asunder, its blood painting the very lightning that struck it, still caused her a jolt of alarm.

The process of tribulation for such a powerful demonic beast was truly a raw and brutal spectacle.

...

Days later, the tribulation clouds above gradually dispersed, coalescing into a vortex resembling a fathomless abyss, like a colossal demonic eye fixed upon the severely wounded Golden-Winged Heavenly Peng.

"Demonic Tribulation!"

Upon witnessing the looming vortex of tribulation clouds, Yun Wanshang's expression grew grave.

Although the demonic tribulation faced by demonic beasts was not as terrifying as that of cultivators, the Heart Tribulation was a perilous and unpredictable ordeal, defying conventional understanding.

Many prodigious talents among cultivators could easily surmount the test of heavenly tribulation, only to falter and perish under the insidious grip of the demonic tribulation.

Yun Wanshang was not alone in her apprehension.

Even Lu Changsheng adopted a more somber and serious mien upon the appearance of the demonic tribulation.

For the preceding stages, he had possessed unquestionable certainty in the Golden-Winged Heavenly Peng's ability to prevail.

However, concerning the demonic tribulation, absolute assurance was elusive.

Fortunately, the unfolding events aligned with his calculations and expectations. After the passage of most of the day, the gray-black tribulation clouds that had enveloped the Golden-Winged Heavenly Peng receded like a retreating tide.

A cloud radiating a five-colored luminescence emerged, and in a manner defying ordinary perception, profound Daoistic pronouncements echoed, bestowing an intangible rhythm of the Great Dao upon the Golden-Winged Heavenly Peng.

Its ravaged and broken body, previously charred and battered, instantly responded to the revitalizing force of heaven and earth, regenerating at a pace astonishingly visible to the naked eye.

"Screech!!!"

The eyes of the Golden-Winged Heavenly Peng blazed with two piercing beams of light, akin to the midday sun, and it let out a piercing cry towards the heavens, its formidable Fourth Rank demonic qi radiating outwards, surveying all.

Instantly, the demonic qi surged skyward, the winds and clouds churned, and the sea roared in response.

Under the diligent guidance and cultivation of Ancestor Lu, after a period of fifty-six years, the Golden-Winged Heavenly Peng had finally ascended from a Third Rank Late Stage Demon King to a venerable Fourth Rank Demon King!

"Another Fourth Rank Transformed Demon King..."

Yun Wanshang, witnessing this momentous scene, felt a wave of astonishment and profound emotion wash over her.

She was not merely astounded that Lu Changsheng's formidable retinue had gained another Fourth Rank Transformed Demon King.

The tribulation process of the Golden-Winged Heavenly Peng, which sent demon qi soaring into the heavens, left everyone in awe.

During the entire tribulation, it barely relied on any magical treasures, facing the immense power with its physical body alone.

Following the tribulation, its demon qi ascended, reaching skies a thousand miles high, a presence no less than, and potentially surpassing, her own peak Earth Dao Nascent Soul.

She could only lament that during the Soul-calling Beast’s tribulation, when she was focused on comprehending the Heavenly Dao Infant Condensing Opportunity, she had not paid attention.

Had she observed the Soul-calling Beast's tribulation firsthand, she would undoubtedly have been even more speechless with amazement.

"Why wasn't even a single Demon King present?"

Lu Changsheng, his eyes shimmering with golden runes, scanned his surroundings. He couldn't help but furrow his brow upon seeing the Golden-Winged Heavenly Peng complete its tribulation without the appearance of any Third Rank Demon King.

In the past, the Sea Splitting Mysterious Dragon Whale was often besieged by a host of Demon Kings during its True Spirit Tribulation or its Fourth Rank heavenly tribulation.

Yet, now, for the Golden-Winged Heavenly Peng’s tribulation, the absence of even one Third Rank Demon King was utterly inconceivable.

If the Demon Kings of the Great Dream Marsh and the Starry Sky Sea were aware of his thoughts, they would surely be beside themselves with indignation.

This was especially true considering the lingering aura of the Sea Splitting Mysterious Dragon Whale in this vicinity.

Over the years, every time Lu Changsheng passed through, he would ruthlessly slay any Demon Kings who dared to occupy the Sea Eye.

Regardless of their numbers, they were no match for his brutal onslaught.

This particular Sea Eye had long become a dreaded forbidden zone in the eyes of numerous Demon Kings.

Furthermore, not too long ago, a fierce battle had erupted nearby between the Sea Splitting Mysterious Dragon Whale, Pinghai Monarch, Fu Hai True Monarch, and Ling Bo True Monarch. In such a volatile environment, which Demon King would dare to establish a presence?

After all, once Demon Beasts attain the Third Rank, they develop spiritual intelligence.

Aware of the ominous nature of this place, and the presence of a Fourth Rank Demon King, why would they choose to remain? They would have long since relocated.

"Golden Peng, congratulations on your breakthrough to Fourth Rank."

Lu Changsheng approached the wounded Golden-Winged Heavenly Peng, extending his congratulations. He then channeled his Healing Divine Light to mend the injuries sustained during the heavenly tribulation.

While the Heaven and Earth Rules imbued a new force of rebirth after tribulation, this act served as a gesture of goodwill from him as its master.

As he spoke, he also presented several high-level spiritual medicine plants to the Golden-Winged Heavenly Peng, subtly indicating that it should prioritize rest and recovery.