Chapter 1155: Number One Sempiternal Since The Primordium (2)

Within the Eldritch Court Voidrealm, inside a mysterious temple, eighteen Eldritch Progenitors watched the unfolding scene on the light screen with immense disbelief.

"Did we truly win?"

"They were annihilated?"

"They killed Overlord Yue Shan too? She’ll be the hardest to resurrect."

"Nearly impossible to revive," several Eldritch Progenitors gasped in shock.

The battle's outcome exceeded everyone's expectations.

Even Eldritch Progenitor Luan Jiang, who knew about Wu Yuan's two true selves, never expected this result.

Most Eldritch Progenitors thought they would be fortunate to kill one or two Saints. Instead, they achieved a complete wipeout! The three Immortal Court Saints and over three thousand elite Overlords were all slain. What a monumental achievement!

"Ha! How exhilarating!" one Eldritch Progenitor laughed. "The Immortal Court's arrogance has been crushed. This victory should be celebrated throughout the Eldritch Court."

"Indeed, a great victory," the others echoed, brimming with enthusiasm and excitement.

It was no wonder they were so ecstatic; the Eldritch Court had often been on the defensive in their protracted conflict with the Immortal Court. Such a great triumph was rare.

"Wu Yuan's strength is unbelievable. His saber art actually surpasses the River of Universes' limit. It's clearly at the Dao Pioneer level," Eldritch Progenitor Wan Xuan marveled, "A Legend of the River! His achievements might even surpass the old Heavenly Imperator.

"Not a whisper for a hundred thousand years. But once he erupts, a grand spectacle!"

"Wu Yuan is indeed a monstrous prodigy."

"Wu Yuan stands a cut above Great Emperor Yan Tuo. Judging purely by the strength he has revealed, he rivals the Heavenly Imperator during his youth."

"The Heavenly Imperator also had Threshold Dao Pioneer power back then."

"But Wu Yuan's cultivation duration is much shorter." Each Eldritch Progenitor spoke in turn.

They were extremely knowledgeable, with deep insights into most secrets of the cosmic sea. Thus, their assessments were both objective and calm. However, no matter how critical the evaluation, Wu Yuan clearly surpassed the Heavenly Imperator in his younger days.

"The number one in the River of Universes."

"Yes. He has broken the Heavenly Imperator's record – we should call him the number one sempiternal since the Primordium," concluded an Eldritch Progenitor.

Their consensus was unanimous.

"What do you think, could Wu Yuan one day reach the heights of Eldritch Progenitor Hou Tu?" one Eldritch Progenitor asked suddenly.

The hall fell silent immediately.

Comparable to Eldritch Progenitor Hou Tu? No Eldritch Progenitor dared to assert such a statement.

Eldritch Progenitor Hou Tu was a mythic existence within the Eldritch Court; the supreme entity, rivaling even Goddess Nüwa in the minds of the Eldritch Court’s powerhouses. Even with Wu Yuan's extraordinary feat, none dared claim he could match Eldritch Progenitor Hou Tu.

"This matter need not be debated," Eldritch Progenitor Luan Jiang calmly said. "Wu Yuan is still young, and his future holds boundless possibilities. Let's wait until he achieves Dao Enlightenment.

"All will be answered in time."

...

The Eldritch Progenitors continued their discussion.

"To think Overlord Ming Jian is helping our Eldritch Court. He possesses potential and talent not far behind Wu Yuan's," one Eldritch Progenitor said, gazing at the battle replaying on the light screen.

"Those from the soul class are unlikely to achieve greatness."

"Since the Primordium, only Goddess Nüwa has reached the pinnacle. Even Eldritch Progenitor Hou Tu cultivates multiple paths."

"Ming Jian's talents are formidable, but his future journey to becoming a Dao Zenithel will likely be even more challenging."

Unlike with Wu Yuan, their assessments of Ming Jian were less restrained.

Yet Eldritch Progenitor Luan Jiang remained silent, continuing to watch the scenes on the light screen, his brow creased slightly.

Is there a need to continue battling the Saints of the Immortal Court?

Wu Yuan, do you truly have confidence?

The Eldritch Progenitors merely provided suggestions. The final decision was in Wu Yuan's hands.

...

Contrary to the jubilant atmosphere of the Eldritch Court, the mood within a mysterious realm in the Xiao Yao Saint Realm was exceedingly grim.

Thirteen True Saints were present, each wearing a grave expression, none willing to break the silence.

The battle's outcome had astounded the many True Saints of the Immortal Court just as much as the Eldritch Progenitors.

It was a catastrophic defeat! The losses were enormous.

If only one or two Saints had perished, it might have been within acceptable limits, as reviving Saints wasn’t too arduous.

The real issue lay with the thousands of fallen Overlords, including dozens of universe-born Overlords.

One had to understand, every one of those universe-born Overlords was a third-stage or fourth-stage Overlord with significant potential. Theoretically, these universe-born Overlords had hopes of becoming Saints, or even True Saints.

Yet they were all dead?

"How could Wu Yuan possess such power? How is this possible!" Immortal Reverend Xiao Yao glared intently at the scene on the light screen, his tone bitter, "He's only cultivated for such a short time, how could his strength reach this level? It shouldn't be!"

It was truly bewildering. Wu Yuan's display of strength exceeded the comprehension limits of all present True Saints.

Suddenly, a cascade of light and shadow gathered, and a black-robed figure slowly emerged, his aura faint. Yet the inscrutable nature of his aura was enough to make any True Saint pale.

"The Immortal Eminence has arrived."

"We pay our respects to Immortal Eminence Jiu You." The True Saints all bowed respectfully.

Among the numerous Dao Zenithels of the Immortal Court, Immortal Eminence Jiu You was highly accomplished in the Great Dao of Spacetime, his status extremely high.

"We’ve already lost. Our hope of slaying Wu Yuan has become exceedingly slim." Immortal Eminence Jiu You's voice was ethereal, "The fault doesn't primarily lie with you, but punishment cannot be avoided. Do you accept?"

The True Saints were silent.

If they had slain Wu Yuan, they would've been rewarded; naturally, failure brought penalties. None objected.

"Wu Yuan's power now rivals that of the Heavenly Imperator during his sempiternal days," Immortal Eminence Jiu You stated calmly, his gaze unfathomable, "His overall performance has surpassed that of Heavenly Imperator during his early years. He can be called the strongest sempiternal lifeform in history.

"And Ming Jian, when compared to the Heavenly Imperator in his youth, isn't too far behind either." Immortal Eminence Jiu You said lightly.

The assembled True Saints sensed the weight of these words. As with the Eldritch Progenitors who dared not lightly speak of Eldritch Progenitor Hou Tu, the True Saints here wouldn’t rashly discuss the Heavenly Imperator.

Ming Jian rivaled the Heavenly Imperator? Wu Yuan surpassed the Heavenly Imperator? Some of them might harbor such thoughts, but no True Saint dared to voice them. Only a powerhouse like Immortal Eminence Jiu You in the Immortal Court's highest echelon had the standing to make such remarks.

"We have to acknowledge his talent," Immortal Eminence Jiu You stated simply, "And the highest regard you can show an adversary is to exhaust all efforts to kill him.

"I will quickly petition the Heavenly Imperator and the four Imperial Majesties to see how we should best deal with him."

The True Saints quaked internally; they understood that the immense strength Wu Yuan had showcased in this conflict had genuinely shaken Immortal Eminence Jiu You.

Within the Immortal Court, the Heavenly Imperator stood supreme.

Ranked just beneath the Heavenly Imperator were the Imperial Majesties of the East, West, South, and North, followed by the multitude of Immortal Eminences.

In the past, while Wu Yuan had some renown, it paled in comparison to the likes of Devil Emperor Xia or Overlord Ming Jian. News of him would not even warrant a report to the Heavenly Imperator or the Imperial Majesties.

But now, Wu Yuan had undoubtedly captured the attention of the highest ranks within the Immortal Court, heralding an attack that would be fierce and unrelenting.

"Immortal Eminence. Should Saint Zhu Guang and the others continue their assault, or should we call for their retreat?" True Saint Xiao Yao asked with deference.

Immortal Eminence Jiu You's gaze swept over, causing True Saint Xiao Yao's heart to quiver, realizing that his schemes had been seen through by the Immortal Eminence.

"Let them try. The only way to slay Wu Yuan in the River of Universes dimension with absolute assurance, is for the Heavenly Imperator to take personal action. But should he intervene, Hou Tu would surely obstruct... With over twenty Saints combined, there's a sliver of hope.

"Attempt it. We don’t stand to lose much," Immortal Eminence Jiu You remarked with indifference, his figure dissipating into nothingness.

His meaning was plain. Should they succeed, the rewards would be immense. If they failed? The fall of a few dozen Saints was still an acceptable loss for the Immortal Court.

Without risking it, there's not even the slightest chance of success.

True Saint Xiao Yao muttered, his eyes glinting.

Retreat now, and it would be a disgrace, a loss too great to bear.

In his view, with the combined might of more than twenty Saints, there still lay hope to eliminate Wu Yuan.