Chapter 243: Mid-level Spirit Grade!

Boom!

Suddenly, a peculiar rumble echoed from within the chaos beyond the Dou Qi Continent. The sound was extraordinarily mystical, and merely resonating through the air caused Jiang Yun's nearly reformed physical body to vibrate.

"Is it the Heavenly Sovereign Tribulation?"

Although Jiang Yun's physical body was shattered, his soul remained intact. Sensing the disturbance, he immediately looked up towards the outer realm through layers of void and murmured softly.

In the chaos, the void trembled as layers of pitch-black clouds surged. Within them, black light flickered, brewing something unknown while continuously absorbing the chaotic light, growing even deeper and more mysterious.

It is said that breaking through the heavenly barrier will inevitably attract tribulation, known as the Heavenly Sovereign Tribulation. This tribulation is exceedingly terrifying; even true Heavenly Sovereigns are apprehensive about it, let alone those below this level.

Since the Dou Qi Continent also belongs to the universe of the Great Thousand Worlds, Jiang Yun, attempting to break through to become a Heavenly Sovereign here, was not exempt from this tribulation.

"What is that?"

"Is it a lightning tribulation? Does breaking through cultivation levels also require facing a lightning tribulation?"

"Jiang Yun has already advanced to a level we can only dream of. Perhaps such high-level breakthroughs come at such a cost!"

As the massive tribulation rumbled, even those on the Dou Qi Continent sensed the terrifying aura from the outer heavens. Despite the countless miles separating them, a sense of dread washed over them as if they were about to fall the next second, leaving them restless.

Having just experienced immense sorrow and then joy, Zi Yan and the few women barely had time to calm their minds before the arrival of the tribulation gripped their hearts with worry as they looked anxiously at Jiang Yun in the sky.

Having endured many hardships, even if Jiang Yun survived this tribulation, the familial tribulations would still haunt him deeply.

"The path beyond this Heavenly Sovereign Tribulation, Yun'er, will be for you to tread alone!" A faint light flickered at Jiang Yun's nape, and a complex sigh echoed in his ears.

For Qing Ming, who had witnessed Jiang Yun's journey from cultivation beginnings to his current level of a Heavenly Sovereign, his feelings were extremely complex. The once young eagle had finally fully grown. Even without his protection, he could now soar freely on the grand stage of the Great Thousand Worlds.

"Hahaha, Senior Qing Ming, rest assured. A mere Heavenly Sovereign Tribulation can't hinder my steps!" Hearing Qing Ming's words, Jiang Yun chuckled. His figure moved, transforming into a stream of light, heading towards the outer void of the Dou Qi Continent.

In his original place, an ancient seven-story stone tower slowly rotated before it fell into Zi Yan's hands unnoticed.

Jiang Yun had to face the Heavenly Sovereign Tribulation alone. The tower couldn't assist, and its intervention might cause catastrophic changes to the tribulation.

Rumble—

As the somber clouds rolled, pitch-black lightning bolts crashed down. The black lightning carried a world-ending power, dancing wildly like enormous pythons, turning the heavens and earth into a prison of lightning.

As soon as Jiang Yun appeared, pitch-black lightning flashed from all directions, trapping him within.

Walking calmly through the sea of lightning, Jiang Yun showed no panic. Looking at the brewing 'angry dragon' in the sky, he laughed, "Come on then!"

Splash!

As Jiang Yun readied himself, black clouds gathered above. A stream of black liquid descended from the sky, appearing light but formed of highly concentrated lightning plasma. As it fell, it crushed the void under its weight.

In response, a massive black and white chaotic figure appeared around Jiang Yun, making a shield of chaotic color from the black and white energy within him.

Boom!

As the black liquid struck the shield, it trembled violently. Each drop of the black liquid was as heavy as a mountain, pounding down like tens of thousands of mountains. The shield soon showed cracks under the pressure but held strong until the black liquid finally dissipated.

As the liquid vanished, the black clouds above rolled again. The temperature in heaven and earth suddenly soared. A flicker of fire fell from the sky.

The Heavenly Sovereign Tribulation gave Jiang Yun no time to react, with wave after wave of attacks descending unrelentingly.

Sizzle—

When the black sparks landed on the shield, there was no explosive sound. Instead, like a highly corrosive toxin, the sparks quickly melted through the shield.

Seeing this, Jiang Yun discarded the shield. Moments later, what had shielded two attacks dissolved into molten sludge.

Not one to passively endure, Jiang Yun swiftly cast new hand seals. Heavy energy waves emanated from his palms.

The space around him ignited, the flames appearing illusory yet intensely real, seemingly able to burn even spiritual energy.

With a thought, Jiang Yun summoned flaming azure dragons, launching them towards the thunderclouds above.

Boom—

As the flaming dragons rose, a massive black meteor emerged from the clouds, plummeting toward Jiang Yun.

Sizzle—

Under countless gazes, the fiery dragon clashed with the black meteor, causing it to tremble and disintegrate under the unearthly flames.

Rumble—

As the flaming dragons danced in the sky, more black meteors were pulverized. Over time, the falling meteors dwindled and eventually vanished entirely.

After the meteors fell, the dark clouds above grew still, preparing an even more terrifying attack. But Jiang Yun cared little for this. Changing hand seals again, his indifferent voice resonated across the heavens and earth like sacred chanting, heard by everyone present.

"Life and Death Reversal, Devour Heaven and Earth!"

As the void trembled, an immense figure tens of thousands of feet tall appeared. Wrapped in black and white flames, it seemed capable of burning anything in existence.

Under Jiang Yun's control, countless Saint Demon Flames surged forth, refining the thunderclouds, which gradually dissipated.

Upon overcoming the Heavenly Sovereign Tribulation, Jiang Yun had not only broken through to the Heavenly Sovereign Realm but also reached the mid-level spirit grade due to his accumulated energy and refining the plane's womb, saving years of cultivation.

In the chaos, a tall young man stood with folded arms, his black robe fluttering. Chaotic light surrounded him, each flash resonating with the heavens and earth.

In his pitch-black eyes seemed to lie the universe itself, deeply profound. A mere glance could shake the void.

Having finally achieved the Heavenly Sovereign breakthrough, his body shone with a jade-like glow, utterly pure. His current body had merged blood and spirit energy perfectly.

From now on, even if his physical body was destroyed, he could recreate it with a mere thought, truly becoming undying.

As he felt the new energies within, the nine divine veins within him fully activated, nurturing his Supreme Divine Ability.

Unlike Mu Chen, who perfected three Supreme Divine Abilities upon reaching the Heavenly Sovereign stage, Jiang Yun had only one but believed it was no weaker.

"Magic Immunity!" This was his Supreme Divine Ability, capable of nullifying all spirit energy attacks from those of the same realm, and even significantly weakening attacks from higher realms. Only physical or soul attacks could cause him 'real damage.'

To Jiang Yun, this ability surpassed all supreme skills in the Great Thousand Worlds.

He, Jiang Yun, was known in the Great Thousand Worlds as the "Little Wu Shang."

Thinking of the invincible giant of another universe, Jiang Yun chuckled softly. With a wave of his sleeve, his figure gradually dissipated into the void, and the surrounding chaos receded.

Under countless gazes from the Dou Qi Continent, Jiang Yun reappeared above Central Plains. Seeing him, countless faces lit up with joy. Those who survived couldn't contain their excitement and laughed heartily, finally free of the heavens' crisis.

"Xiao Yun."

"Jiang Yun."

With joyful cries, two graceful figures flew towards Jiang Yun, throwing themselves into his embrace. Not far away, two more figures watched with tearful eyes.

Zhukun gathered the Ancient Dragon Clan's experts and approached Jiang Yun, a wide grin on his face. Having a son-in-law who was a Heavenly Sovereign was far more prestigious than having one who was a Dou Di.

Now, apart from yearning for a breakthrough to Dou Di, he was incredibly curious about the Great Thousand Worlds, eager to venture there!

"Don't make us worry again." A muffled voice came from within Jiang Yun's embrace, possibly voiced by either or both of the women.

Hearing the complaint, Jiang Yun sighed deeply, an apology flashing in his eyes. He then turned to Zhukun and said, "Father-in-law, are you ready?"

"In a few days, I will help you achieve the rank of Emperor!"

Zhukun's heart leaped at his words, his breathing becoming erratic. Despite expecting this moment, he couldn't contain his excitement when it truly arrived.

After all, this had been his aspiration for tens of thousands of years.

Jiang Yun hadn't lowered his voice, and the distant Gu Yuan and others couldn't help but be thrilled, especially Gu Yuan, whose eyes were fixed on Jiang Yun, yearning visible to anyone.

"Good, very good!" Zhukun exclaimed, "My matters can wait. How about we arrange your and Zi Yan's wedding first?"

Hearing this, Zi Yan finally raised her head, tightly holding Jiang Yun's arm with a blissful look.

Jiang Yun paused, then softly said, "We'll have the wedding when you break through to Emperor, making it a double celebration."

His gaze then swept towards Medusa and the quietly waiting Little Doctor Immortal and Qing Lin.

"Hmph—" Medusa snorted, turning away proudly, though the lifted corner of her mouth hinted at her true feelings. Little Doctor Immortal and Qing Lin blushed but couldn't hide their happiness.

"Great, a double celebration! It looks like I should work hard, or I might miss the auspicious time." Zhukun laughed, not noticing the difference in their words.

Then, Jiang Yun's gaze turned to the Emperor clans and the various factions across Central Plains.

"Greetings to Emperor Jiang!" As his gaze swept over them, everyone knelt, nervously bowing to Jiang Yun.

Jiang Yun, now the sole Dou Di of the Dou Qi Continent and its absolute ruler, could unify the continent with a single command, so nobody hesitated to bow.

Seeing them kneel, Jiang Yun waved his hand, a warm breeze lifting everyone to their feet.

Looking at them, he gently said, "I have no intention of unifying the continent. Everything will proceed as it used to."

Despite being the master of this plane, Jiang Yun didn't want to bother with these matters, leaving them for future breakthroughs by Xiao Yan to handle.

To Jiang Yun, it was inevitable that Xiao Yan would break through to the Heavenly Sovereign level, just a matter of time.

Hearing Jiang Yun's words, many looked surprised but also relieved. They were used to being rulers and didn't want another master over their heads.

"This battle caused losses for all sects. Now that it's over, return and recuperate!"

(End of the chapter)