readsfreenovel Chapter 214 Challenging the Celestial Court
Chapter 214 Challenging the Celestial Court
"These are the most precious ingredients in the Immortal Realm, but they are utterly insignificant to you seniors. Please do not take offense!"
During the banquet in the Lingxiao Palace, the Supreme Immortal Emperor personally accompanied Tian Bai and the others as they took their seats. The Supreme Immortal Emperor then spoke with a smile.
"Heh heh, you have all the ingredients here, why serve us such inferior food?"
But at this moment, one of them sneered and said, "I have heard that the Black Emperor enjoys eating true dragons. Dragon liver and phoenix gall are delicacies. Although the Phoenix Clan has been completely wiped out, there are still true dragons here!"
His gaze swept over the True Dragon Clan, pointing directly at a few young men among them, and he said, "These little dragons have strong bloodlines and can be eaten!"
The True Dragon Clan's expression changed drastically, but they dared not speak. The clan leader and the others subconsciously looked at the True Dragon Ancestor sitting at the table.
But the True Dragon Ancestor sneered and said, "Why don't you peel off your own skin and turn it into food?"
The True Dragon Clan was utterly disheartened!
The eldest sage, driven by bloodlust, was about to say something when the Supreme Immortal Emperor made his move. With a wave of his hand, he unleashed his Immortal Emperor-level cultivation, which the True Dragon Clan could not resist, and the young men were captured.
The Supreme Immortal Emperor directly cooked with his own Dao Fire, and several dragon youths transformed into their original forms, becoming ingredients.
"Hmm, monkey brains are a delicacy too, let's get some and have a taste!"
"I've heard that turtle soup is nourishing and delicious. Let the Xuanwu clan bring two thousand-year-old turtles to make soup and give it a try!"
"Humans have a delicacy called Beggar's Chicken, which I've heard is quite good. It's a pity that the Phoenix Clan has disappeared, so let's use the Azure Luan and Vermilion Bird instead!"
The others also spoke up at this moment, actually ordering food on the spot!
All the primordial forbidden beings were filled with terror at this moment!
How powerful they were! They once reigned supreme over humanity, feeding on humans. Even in the present day, they still hold a transcendent status, and only the strongest among humans are qualified to associate with them.
But now, they are treated like livestock, like cattle, horses, pigs, and sheep, and are despised in this way!
"Too arrogant!"
An ancient demonic ape clan immortal saint, unable to bear it any longer, spoke out in anger. However, before he could finish speaking, Tian Bai had already pointed a finger, and the old immortal saint was completely powerless to resist. His head was pierced through, and he died on the spot.
"Fight them! We're not food!"
"How could this be!"
"We brought you into this world..."
The crowd was filled with righteous indignation, and among the various races, there were many who were full of courage. However, their anger was of no use. The scene had turned into a slaughterhouse, and the forbidden creatures and other beings had no power to resist these beings.
"Do you all want to die before these seniors?!"
The Supreme Immortal Emperor let out a loud shout, releasing his imperial aura. Moreover, an inexplicable power of authority rose up with it, making all the races feel suffocated!
"It is your honor that the seniors have taken a liking to you. If the seniors are pleased, you may live on in the gray mist. Otherwise, you will be killed on the spot. Think it through!"
The Supreme Immortal Emperor spoke coldly, his tone full of threat.
The various ethnic groups looked at each other in bewilderment.
"That's enough, that's enough..."
An old immortal from the Primordial Demon Ape Clan stepped forward and said, "Our clan offers ten portions of monkey brains to our esteemed elders!"
He painfully killed ten of his clansmen!
"Among the Xuanwu clan, the two of us have held this title for the longest time..."
The two elder saints of the Xuanwu clan stepped forward, exchanged a sorrowful look, and then committed suicide on the spot!
For a time, many of the Primordial Forbidden Clan were filled with immense sorrow!
On the contrary, human forces, such as the Seven Star Holy Land, are extremely fortunate at this moment. Fortunately, compared to the forbidden race, humans are not of high nutritional value!
The Supreme Immortal Emperor remained calm, taking the monkey brains of the Primordial Demon Ape Clan, several old turtles, and other ingredients, and cooking them according to Tian Bai and the others' "orders".
"Indeed, after entering the Origin Realm, you can use this authority to establish your own territory. Hehe, why not raise blood food for us!"
Tian Bai smiled leisurely and spoke to the Supreme Immortal Emperor.
The Supreme Immortal Emperor smiled and said, "Thank you for your kind words, Senior!"
The gray fog authority he received was more like a "permission" or a "certification" from the source realm.
With authority, the Supreme Immortal Emperor can establish himself in the Origin Realm, create a lineage, and guide his successors to gradually become strange beings.
To put it bluntly, a power is merely a permit to survive!
"For living beings of flesh and blood, this appetite is quite good."
After a long period of feasting, the True Dragon Ancestor and others finally spoke up.
Normally, they might not be interested in food at all, but now, being reborn into the world for the first time, experiencing the joy of being human again, they pick ingredients on the spot and enjoy them to the fullest.
"Where in the celestial realm can one find traces of reincarnation?"
At this moment, Tianbai finally asked a question in a low voice.
"Reincarnation?"
Many people in the room were puzzled.
"Indeed, the most important task for us who have been reborn is to find the cycle of reincarnation."
Tian Bai said calmly, "Whoever can provide clues about reincarnation can enter the Origin Realm and be rewarded with a Stone of Authority!"
As soon as he said that, everyone in the room started breathing heavily.
The Stone of Authority!
Now everyone knows how precious this item is.
The Supreme Immortal Emperor sacrificed the entire Immortal Realm, giving so much, yet he only received a fraction in return.
"What exactly is reincarnation? This thing is only mentioned in scattered fragments in all the ancient books..."
"I don't know! Immediately issue an order to the entire clan to search for clues!"
"Isn't reincarnation already withered and broken? How could it possibly still exist in this world..."
Various factions and ethnic groups discussed it.
"Your Honor!"
At this moment, a figure walked into the room, and it was none other than Xun Yuan Tianjun!
"You know any clues?" Tianbai glanced at him indifferently.
Xun Yuan Tianjun said, "My lord, the White Emperor once appointed a guide in the Immortal Realm!"
"This guide once entered the space-time continuum, but the guidance failed. However, I have heard that guidance seems to be intricately connected with reincarnation. Perhaps this young man might have some clues?"
Tian Bai raised an eyebrow slightly. "The successor of the White Emperor?"
Xun Yuan Tianjun continued, "Yes, but this boy is arrogant and boastful. He once said that the path of mutation is certain death, so I'm afraid he won't cooperate with you gentlemen..."
A murderous intent flashed through his mind!
This kills two birds with one stone!
If Li Lan is indeed related to reincarnation, then he has done a great service.
At the same time, it will make these adults dislike Li Lan, which will put Li Lan in great danger!
After a moment's thought, Tian Bai said, "Bai Di is the leader of the Ancient War Alliance. However, the Ancient War Alliance is now almost falling apart. What trouble could one of her successors possibly cause... Very well, summon this person here and I will interrogate him!"
Upon hearing this, Xun Yuan Tianjun was overjoyed and said, "I will send someone there immediately!"
After saying that, he turned to Gu Ling and said, "Gu Ling, immediately go to the Land of Thousand Rivers to convey the Lord's decree and summon Li Lan to an audience!"
"By the way, how about inviting Seven Star Immortal Venerable and Grand Immortal Venerable to come along?"
He knew Li Lan very well; she would most likely resist. But if he couldn't capture Li Lan in time, it would make him look incompetent!
Therefore, it would be best to have two immortal venerables oversee the operation.
The Seven Star Immortal Venerable is the founder of the Seven Star Dao Realm, while the Supreme Immortal Venerable is the Supreme Lord of the White Water Tribe!
--The Baishui tribe also made great contributions to the path of alienation, so he also intended to give them this opportunity to show their faces in front of Lord Yuanjie.
Upon hearing this, the two immortals were overjoyed and immediately expressed their deepest gratitude.
Gu Ling and the two Immortal Venerables directly activated the fastest formation connecting the Immortal Court to the Northern Frontier.
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Not long after, Gu Ling appeared outside Tianzhen Prefecture.
"What a powerful formation."
Gu Ling was somewhat surprised, not expecting that Tianzhen Prefecture had been protected so well amidst this chaos!
Even though she was on the opposite side of the Qianchuan Abyss Clan, she couldn't help but sigh that if more people in the world believed in Li Lan, this tragedy wouldn't have been so severe.
"By order of Lord Tianbai of the Origin Realm, Li Lan must immediately proceed to the Celestial Court for an audience!"
She spoke loudly from outside the magic array of Tianzhen Prefecture.
"The Celestial Court has wreaked havoc on the world. The Supreme Celestial Emperor and the Heavenly Lord of Seeking Origin have not committed suicide to atone for their sins and repay the kindness of all living beings. How dare they come here?"
However, within Tianzhen Prefecture, only a faint voice responded!
Li Lan!
Upon hearing this, Gu Ling's expression changed, and she said in a deep voice, "This is the decree of the Lord of the Origin Realm. Li Lan, do you intend to defy it?"
Li Lan replied coldly, "Since you've brought two Immortal Venerables along, why waste words?"
Helpless, Gu Ling turned to Seven Star Immortal Venerable and Taifan Immortal Venerable and said, "Thank you for your trouble, Immortal Venerables!"
"Heh, Li Lan, do you think you can protect yourself by assuming the title of White Emperor?"
The Seven Star Immortal Venerable said coldly, "Today is the day your Thousand Rivers Abyss Clan dies!"
Taifan Immortal Venerable shouted, "Why waste words with him? Break the formation and capture him!"
He reached out with his large hand and grabbed directly into Tianzhen Prefecture. The power of the Immortal Venerable shook the world, and all the prefectures roared, overwhelming everything.
In their view, the Land of Thousand Rivers has no Celestial Venerable in charge, so what if it has a formation comparable to a Celestial Venerable's? Breaking the formation is easy!
Boom!
The great formation of Tianzhen Prefecture was directly torn in one corner. Immortal Venerable Taifan stepped inside, and Immortal Venerable Qixing hurriedly followed, fearing that Immortal Venerable Taifan would achieve success alone!
"You brat, how dare you despise the great beings of the Origin Realm! It seems you're truly tired of living!"
The two Immortal Venerables have already locked onto Li Lan!
At this moment, Li Lan was meditating on a green peak, looking extremely calm.
The Seven Star Immortal Venerable grabbed directly at Li Lan!
"Two ants dare to disrespect Young Master Li?!"
At that moment, a loud explosion suddenly rang out in the sky!
Both the Seven Star Immortal Venerable and the Great Mortal Immortal Venerable had drastic changes in expression. They suddenly looked up and saw a huge creature spreading its wings in the sky. It was a golden-winged roc that covered the sky and the sun!
Each feather shone like divine gold, its aura flowing like a celestial waterfall, so powerful that even the void collapsed!
"Heavenly Venerable!"
The two Immortal Venerables were both horrified and uttered those two words!
Above the Immortal Venerable, there is the Heavenly Venerable.
The so-called Celestial Venerable is, in a sense, an alternative form of Immortal Emperor.
If a Celestial Venerable can harmonize with the Heavenly Heart Mark, he/she becomes an Immortal Emperor. However, there can only be one Immortal Emperor in each realm, which is why a Celestial Venerable cannot be subordinate to an Immortal Emperor.
In this world, there is only one Supreme Immortal Emperor. There are many Immortal Venerables, but there is absolutely no Heavenly Venerable.
Even though the Golden-Winged Roc clan is an ancient forbidden clan, there is only one surviving old immortal, whose life force has declined. How could there still be an existence at this level?
Moreover, it's hidden within Tianzhen Prefecture?
"Hurry up—"
Both the Seven Star Immortal Venerable and the Great Mortal Immortal Venerable turned around and ran away without hesitation!
Even if they were all together, they wouldn't stand a chance against a single Celestial Venerable.
However, how could their speed compare to that of the Golden-Winged Roc? Various energies pressed down, locking the space itself, and the Roc's claws, capable of destroying everything, descended, tearing the void apart like paper.
"what--"
The two immortal venerables resisted with all their might, but they crumbled like dry leaves before the Golden-Winged Roc Heavenly Venerable. In an instant, the two of them screamed in agony!
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"Why aren't they coming out yet...?"
Outside Tianzhen Prefecture, Gu Ling waited anxiously.
She was unable to enter the formation.
Where is Gu Ling?
At this moment, one of the groups of people suddenly stepped out. Gu Ling looked over and saw that the leader was Liu Ziwen. He threw out a huge wooden box and said:
"Our clan leader also demands a decree: all members of the Celestial Court must immediately come to the Thousand Rivers Abyss Clan to plead guilty, or face annihilation!"
Gu Ling was furious. What did Li Lan take her for? A living immortal emperor?
However, when the wooden box flew towards her, she inexplicably felt her hair stand on end, as if it contained something that defied the heavens. She dodged it from a distance, but the wooden box had already landed on the ground, and two bloody human heads rolled out from inside.
Upon seeing this, Gu Ling's face paled instantly, she was utterly horrified, and exclaimed:
"Seven Star Immortal Venerable, Primordial Immortal Venerable!!!"
How could these two great immortals be dead?!
What exactly is hidden within the Thousand Rivers Abyss Clan? She glanced instinctively towards Tianzhen Prefecture, her eyes filled with an indescribable fear!
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