Chapter 950: The Apex Of Sempiternal Life (1)

"Late-stage Sovereign?" Sovereign Bei You was slightly startled.

A thought flashed through his mind: although there were now dozens of Sovereign powerhouses in the Greenridge Macrocosm, only three late-stage Sovereign powerhouses had ever emerged over the long ages.

"Overlord, is what you're saying true?" Sovereign Bei You couldn't help but ask, unable to maintain his composure.

His reaction was understandable – reaching the late-stage Sovereign level was extremely difficult. The Eternal Sun Immortal World had produced several Sovereigns, but to date, none were late-stage Sovereign powerhouses. Even Sovereign Bei You himself only possessed mid-stage Sovereign strength.

"Of course it's true," said Overlord Xin Ya.

Wu Yuan's qi refiner self hadn't informed Sovereign Bei You that he was planning to break through to the Sovereign phase in advance, but Sovereign Bei You dared not conceal the information, and transmitted the news to Overlord Xin Ya as soon as he received it. That was why Overlord Xin Ya's incarnation had arrived.

"Is it because of the Xiantian artifact?" Sovereign Bei You suddenly realized.

Both of Wu Yuan's true selves had obtained Saintcrests, each acquiring a Xiantian artifact. Xiantian artifacts provided an astonishing boost to a Sovereign's combat power.

Being a Sovereign of Space, Sovereign Bei You’s status was rather special among countless Sovereigns, comparable to that of a normal late-stage Sovereign powerhouse, but he dared not hope for a Xiantian artifact. With his strength, he couldn't protect such an ultimate treasure.

"Even without a Xiantian artifact, his strength should be close to the late-stage Sovereign level," Overlord Xin Ya said softly.

Sovereign Bei You's pupils contracted slightly. He couldn't help but turn to that white-robed figure in the distance, who was emanating vast Dao fluctuations. Wu Yuan's vital aura was rapidly climbing.

In just tens of thousands of years, he's grown to such a level?

Sovereign Bei You felt somewhat dazed.

Although he had expected it, he still found it difficult to believe when the day finally came. In the blink of an eye, that naive little fellow from back then had grown stronger than himself?

It hasn’t even been forty thousand years.

Sovereign Bei You sighed inwardly, though also feeling quite excited.

Regardless of what the future held, at least for now, he had raised a late-stage Sovereign powerhouse. Sovereign Bei You trusted Overlord Xin Ya's judgment.

"Overlord, should we perform the aura concealment procedures?" Sovereign Bei You asked.

Wu Yuan's body refiner self had broken through in the Myriad River Realm, with the meditation chamber’s array containing his aura. Furthermore, he was only advancing to the Astral Monarch phase, so the disturbance wasn't that great.

But the disturbance his qi refiner self would cause when breaking through to the Sovereign phase was more than a thousand times greater.

Most importantly, the Dao essence of Space was descending, and those magnificent essence fluctuations had already spread throughout the entire Bei You Realm.

"Isn't it a bit late to conceal it now?" Overlord Xin Ya glanced at him, then shook his head and smiled, "There's no need to hide it. Ming Jian isn't Wu Yuan; there's no need to conceal his breakthrough."

Sovereign Bei You nodded slightly.

"Once Ming Jian finishes his breakthrough, announce it to all parties in the Eternal Sun Immortal World," said Overlord Xin Ya. "Also, summon Heng Yang and the others here. It's bound to happen sooner or later, might as well do it early.” [1]

"Alright," Sovereign Bei You nodded, understanding what it was about.

He had no objections.

…

The Bei You Realm, a place established by Sovereign Bei You, was home to countless living beings, with many Astral Monarchs and Astral Lords of the Bei You lineage residing here. Not to mention the large number of elite disciples who trained long-term in the Immortal Belvedere.

Today, the Astral Monarchs, Archimmortals and Archdeities in the Bei You Realm all sensed a shift in their surroundings.

"What's going on?"

"This!"

"Essence fluctuations? The Dao essence is descending. Such a powerful aura." Astral Monarch Gu Lai and other Astral Monarchs, as well as many Archimmortals and Archdeities, were shocked.

They had all fully comprehended at least one Law. Thus, they all distantly perceived the vast and overwhelming pressure of the Dao essence at the edge of the void.

Even from afar, the weight of it was suffocating, too powerful to ignore. The Astral Monarchs, Archimmortals, and Archdeities had never encountered an aura of this magnitude before. Without a doubt, they recognized the significance of the event.

"A Sovereign."

"Someone has broken through to become a Sovereign. Who is it?"

"It's the Dao essence of Space. It's a Sovereign of Space!" The many Astral Monarchs quickly realized this, their shock deepening.

A Sovereign! And a Sovereign of Space at that.

The revelation rippled through the ranks of the Bei You lineage, many of whom were second and third generation disciples. Among them were a few Astral Monarchs directly under Sovereign Bei You. They immediately began exchanging messages, seeking answers.

Yet, their inquiries yielded nothing. None of the known late-stage Astral Monarch powerhouses matched the individual undergoing this breakthrough. Unbeknownst to them, the phenomenon was triggered by Wu Yuan's qi refiner self’s Apotheosis root which generated far greater disturbances than a typical Sovereign's advancement.

As the Bei You Realm's powerhouses continued their fervent inquiries, word spread swiftly through the Eternal Sun Immortal World. Then, abruptly, an "Important Transmission!" echoed through the Eternal Sun Immortal Voidrealm, reaching every Astral Monarch under Sovereign Bei You.

𝒇𝒓𝒆𝒆𝙬𝒆𝒃𝓷𝒐𝓿𝙚𝙡.𝒄𝓸𝒎

The message was clear and direct, from Sovereign Bei You himself. "Ming Jian, a third-generation disciple of the Bei You lineage, has fully comprehended the Law of Space and broken through to become a Sovereign." This message swept through the Astral Monarchs of the Bei You lineage.

Could it really be Ming Jian?

Astral Monarch Gu Lai, round and jovial, perked up with excitement.

Indeed, he received a Saintcrest. Logically speaking, it’s about time for him to break through.

The news of Ming Jian acquiring a Saintcrest had spread among the Astral Monarchs scattered throughout the Greenridge Macrocosm. Yet, seven thousand years had passed without any new events involving Ming Jian, causing the initial fervor to fade into silence.

"Ming Jian?"

"The Saintcrest Prodigy, Ming Jian? He has advanced to the Sovereign phase—a Sovereign of Space?"

"From this point forward, we should address him as Sovereign Ming Jian."

The Astral Monarchs affiliated with the Bei You lineage absorbed this revelation with a mix of astonishment and heartfelt pride. If any other member of their lineage had ascended to such heights, it would have come as a surprise to them. But for Ming Jian, a Supreme Genius, it seemed almost inevitable.

Meanwhile, in the distant Huo Cang Immortal Nation, far removed from the Bei You Realm, Astral Monarch Huo Cang received the tidings as well.

My Junior Nephew has become a Sovereign?

He allowed a smile to surface, reflecting on their past connection.

His journey hasn't been easy, but my support of him back then was not in vain.

Ming Jian’s rapid growth had led to him entering the Spacetime Dao Realm early, limiting his interactions with most Astral Monarchs of the Bei You lineage. His ties were primarily with Astral Monarch Huo Cang and Astral Monarch Gu Lai.

Hmm?

Astral Monarch Huo Cang abruptly stood from his throne. "Master," he greeted with deference.

Hum~

Numerous specks of light materialized before him, coalescing into the illusory figure of Sovereign Bei You.

"Huo Cang," Sovereign Bei You's voice seemed to float on the air, "Remember, Ming Jian is a disciple taken under your Junior Brother Dong Yang’s wing during his travels. Do you understand?"

"Yes, Master," Huo Cang complied with respect, though curiosity flickered within him.

Elsewhere, Astral Monarchs of the Bei You lineage delved into more detailed accounts concerning Ming Jian.

"Sovereign Ming Jian is Junior Brother Dong Yang's disciple? He was taken in while Dong Yang wandered through the macrocosm."

"It's said that Junior Brother Dong Yang reached the second stage of the Megaverse Crossroads. He must possess peak-stage Astral Monarch comprehension."

"Junior Brother Dong Yang is indeed fortunate."

"With Senior Uncle Dong Yang’s remarkable talent, he too might become a Sovereign. Could our Bei You lineage produce three Sovereigns? What a prospect!"

"Your vision is too limited. With Ming Jian being a Saintcrest Prodigy, he is destined to become a legendary Overlord." The Astral Monarchs exchanged sentiments filled with awe and anticipation for the future.

Even those unfamiliar with Wu Yuan felt a shared joy for Ming Jian’s accomplishment. They instinctively began to address him as Sovereign Ming Jian, knowing well that his strength would ultimately reflect upon and benefit them all through their shared lineage.

…

Sovereign Bei You initially shared the news only with the Astral Monarch disciples and followers he led.

However, the emergence of a Sovereign of Space was a development so significant it could reshape the future of the Eternal Sun Immortal World. Thus, news of this monumental event quickly spread among friends of the Astral Monarchs, carrying the name 'Sovereign Ming Jian' like wildfire through the highest circles of the Eternal Sun Immortal World.

Each Astral Monarch who heard the news was initially struck with disbelief, but many swiftly took action.

"The emergence of a new Sovereign, and one who is a Saintcrest Prodigy."

"He stands at the core of the divine court headquarters.”

“In time, he might lead the entire immortal world. His importance cannot be overstated. Aligning with Sovereign Ming Jian could mean an immediate rise to the heavens."

"Is Sovereign Ming Jian a disciple of Sword Immortal Dong Yang? And isn't Sword Immortal Dong Yang connected to the Dragon Star Immortal Sect?"

"The Dragon Star Immortal Sect? It’s just a small, obscure sect." The Eternal Sun Immortal World was completely shaken.

The news of Wu Yuan's body refiner self breaking through was mostly kept under wraps, and he had yet to return to the eldritch world. Thus, it didn’t make a big impact. Meanwhile, his qi refiner self had publicly achieved a breakthrough.

"The Dragon Star Immortal Sect.”

"Quick, send our clan’s younger generation to the Dragon Star Immortal Sect in the Silvermist Immortal Nation immediately.

“We must act swiftly." The entire immortal world seemed to mobilize at once.

It was no wonder. A Sovereigns was the peak of power in a macrocosm, someone whose mere words could seal the fates of innumerable immortals and deities.

…

In the Silvermist Immortal Nation, the news reached Astral Monarch Silvermist through a trusted confidant. His initial reaction was disbelief.

Sovereign Ming Jian, a disciple of the Dragon Star Immortal Sect? You must be joking.

He thought.

But after confirming the news with multiple sources, he realized that it was true.

The Dragon Star Immortal Sect had already impressed me with Sword Immortal Dong Yang, but now, they produced a Sovereign?

Astral Monarch Silvermist was left reeling with shock.

Learning that High Immortal Dong Yang and Zhuo Haiyue had participated in the Megaverse Crossroads had already left him thoroughly astonished. It had prompted him to visit the Zhuo Family and the Dragon Star Immortal Sect on the Redmoon Immortal Continent.

Seven thousand years had passed without much changes, then this bombshell was dropped out of nowhere.

In comparison to Ming Jian, High Immortal Dong Yang and Zhuo Haiyue appeared far less prominent.

I need to make another visit.

He decided immediately.

If things proceed as they are, the entire Silvermist Immortal Nation may soon fall directly under Sovereign Ming Jian's domain. I must seize the opportunity to pledge allegiance to Sovereign Ming Jian.

Astral Monarch Silvermist realized this moment could be a rare opportunity. Leveraging the ties between the Dragon Star Immortal Sect and the Silvermist Immortal Nation afforded him an advantageous position compared to other Astral Monarchs.

…

Astral Monarch Silvermist wasn’t the only one taking action; countless Astral Monarchs were on the move.

From the instant Wu Yuan's qi refiner self began his breakthrough and word of the event spread, less than two hours elapsed before the entire Eternal Sun Immortal World felt its profound impact.

And not just them. As time marched on, other significant powers within the Greenridge Macrocosm became aware of the unfolding event.

Without a doubt, the upper echelons of several factions—including the Cang Feng Eldritch World, the Voltari Temple, and the Greenridge Immortal World—swiftly held Sovereign councils to devise counter strategies. The reason for their urgency was clear.

"Sovereign Ming Jian? Has he really broken through?"

"Right in the Eternal Sun Immortal World."

"Does this mean Sovereign Ming Jian intends to remain in our macrocosm permanently?" The major powers within the Greenridge Macrocosm were on high alert.

Had Ming Jian chosen to make his breakthrough at the Taiyuan Divine Court headquarters, his potential future as an Overlord wouldn't have concerned them too much. However, his decision to break through in his home macrocosm altered the stakes entirely.

1. Heng Yang = Eternal Sun ☜