Since ancient times, anyone who broke through the void and ascended to the Upper Realm had to go through all sorts of tests. The most common was being struck by lightning, also known as the Tribulation.
This tribulation came from the Upper Realm and was formed by the power of the Great Path.
Under normal circumstances, the ascender would be struck once, but there were also those who were unlucky enough to be struck multiple times. If they survived, they would ascend successfully, but if not, their souls would be destroyed.
The Tribulation was not always the same.
Because there were always some unruly mortal beings who needed special treatment, the Upper Realm had created the Thunder Formation of Ten Thousand Tribulations specifically to entertain those who did not submit to heaven and earth.
Jun Changxiao had brought his entire sect to the Upper Realm and was definitely an extremely unruly branch master. It was normal for him to be given special treatment by the Thunder Formation of Ten Thousand Tribulations.
However, the Black and White Rakshasa's expressions changed.
They had heard of this formation that was even scarier than the Tribulation. It was said that since its creation, no one had ever succeeded, and their souls were destroyed.
Moreover, the Thunder Formation of Ten Thousand Tribulations had another setting, and that was to increase its power according to the number of lightning bolts. This would eliminate the idea of using special storage treasures to bring martial artists over.
The Patriarch had brought 100,000 disciples and was caught red-handed by the Realm Hall. If he had to go through this formation's test, then …
"Little brother!"
The Black Rakshasa hurriedly sent a telepathic message. "A wise man knows better than to fight when the odds are against him. Let's go back first!"
Jun Changxiao said seriously, "The Upper Realm has to go. No one can stop us!"
Half of the five types of energy in the formation had been used up. It could not be activated again when they returned to the Falling Star Continent, so the only choice was to force their way through!
"I need to remind you," Empress Lingyao said.
"The Thunder Formation of Ten Thousand Tribulations will increase the power of the Tribulation according to the number of people. Since you brought so many people here, the test you will have to endure will be …"
"Cut the crap!"
Jun Changxiao said proudly. "I'm in a hurry. Hurry up and activate the formation!"
Although he could not see the face of the woman in front of him, the aura she exuded was invincible. If she attacked him directly, he might not be able to fight back. However, if she used the Tribulation to stop him, there was still a glimmer of hope.
"Since you are so stubborn, then prepare to be punished by the Thunder Formation of Ten Thousand Tribulations." After Empress Ling Yao finished speaking, she turned and flew outside. Although she had already noticed Ye Xingchen's presence, she had never taken a look at him.
"Master."
The hunchbacked elder sent a telepathic message. "I'm afraid that the Upper Realm has another reason for sending you here to stop them. Won't they resent you for letting them go through the Formation of Heavenly Thunder Tribulation?"
"I'm just following the procedures they've set. Why would they complain?" Empress Ling Yao asked.
"…"
The stooped old man fell silent.
Swish!
Empress Ling Yao flew out of the Sect of All Times and retracted the power that was suppressing their advance, allowing the Mount of Iron Bones to continue forward with the help of the Fortune of Heaven and Earth Grand Formation.
"Buzz!"
At the border between the Lower Realm and the Upper Realm, a formation boundary visible to the naked eye was gradually gathering, and the majestic power of thunder and lightning instantly erupted.
This was the Formation of Ten Thousand Thunder Tribulation.
Rather than saying that it was man-made, it would be more accurate to say that it was the last line of defense to prevent mortals from trespassing.
"Tsk tsk."
Standing in front of the thunder matrix that had just been activated, the golden-armored man slowly appeared on the war chariot and said, "The Jie Hall sent you to stop them, meaning to destroy them, but you activated the Thunder Matrix of Ten Thousand Calamities and let them pass."
"Am I wrong?"
Empress Ling Yao said indifferently.
"That's right."
The golden-armored man smiled. "It's in line with the rules of the Upper Realm.
"But …" He paused, then laughed strangely. "Don't get your hopes up. After all, this is the Thunder Matrix of Ten Thousand Calamities. It's different from the lightning punishment on the battlefield. If they force their way in, they'll definitely die."
Empress Ling Yao said indifferently, "You think I'm helping them by testing them with the thunder matrix?"
"With your strength, you could easily crush these Falling Star Continent martial artists. Why do you have to go through so much trouble?" The golden-armored man shrugged. "Because at least there's a chance of survival. If they force their way in, it'll be as good as legalizing ascension, and the Jie Hall won't say anything."
"Jin Hao."
Empress Ling Yao said. "People like you who think too much often die young."
"Hahaha!"
Jin Hao laughed loudly and said, "You plan to kill me to silence me?"
Empress Ling Yao was still shrouded in mist, making it difficult to see her expression. "Is there a problem with me using the Thunder Matrix of Ten Thousand Calamities to stop a large number of mortals from ascending?"
"That's why I can't compare to you in terms of thinking."
Jin Hao spread his hands. "You know how powerful the Thunder Matrix of Ten Thousand Calamities is. With so many people trying to force their way in, they'll definitely be killed if they get close to the edge of the matrix."
"If they can't make it in, then they deserve it. If they do, then it's because of luck. You don't have to worry about it." Empress Ling Yao said indifferently.
"I won't leave." Jin Hao smiled. "Because the Jie Hall sent me here to supervise. They're afraid that some people will be merciful because we're from the same hometown."
"Crack crack crack!"
Just then, the Thunder Matrix of Ten Thousand Calamities' Flowing Light Boundary began to spit out lightning snakes, erupting with even more powerful lightning energy waves.
This attribute was similar to the lightning punishment that had punished Jun Changxiao, but in terms of scale and intensity, it was obviously stronger.
"Little brother!"
The Black Rakshasa released his spiritual senses and captured the lightning punishment matrix blocking the space tunnel ahead. He said seriously, "Are you sure you want to go in?"
"Yes!"
Jun Changxiao said with a resolute gaze.
Time no longer allowed him to start over, so even if it was a mountain of blades and a sea of flames, he had to go in. Moreover, with his rich clinical experience of being struck by lightning, he was at least somewhat confident.
"Alright!"
The Black Rakshasa clenched his fist. "Big brother will go in with you!"
"Damn it!"
The White Rakshasa rolled up his sleeves and cursed. "I've been through a lot of life and death in my life. I've already seen through everything!"
Both of them knew how terrifying the Thunder Matrix of Ten Thousand Calamities was, but since their little brother did not back down, as sworn brothers, they naturally had to share the joys and sorrows!
"Kekeke!"
The Purple King jumped down from Spirit Beast Peak and stood on the training ground, laughing strangely. "I've never played something so exciting!"
Stealing dragon eggs was fun, but it paled in comparison to this power that represented the will of the Upper Realm's Heavenly Axiom.
"Stomp!"
"Stomp!"
Elder Wei, Ding Xingwang, and the other upper echelons of the sect walked out.
They stood behind Jun Changxiao, and their eyes were filled with determination.
"Here." Jun Changxiao said seriously, "Leave it to me and the two Guardians!"
"Stomp, stomp, stomp!"
Li Qingyang, Xiao Ziji, and the other core disciples walked over and stood behind him, shouting, "We will share honor and disgrace with the sect, advance and retreat together!"
As they got closer to the Thunder Matrix that contained the power of the Heavenly Axiom, the powerful aura made it difficult for them to breathe, but the disciples were not afraid at all. This was because they remembered the first principle of the Sect of All Times — to be unyielding people and do unyielding things!
"You guys …"
Jun Changxiao shook his head and looked up at the Thunder Matrix that represented the authority of the Upper Realm. He said with a majestic voice, "Then follow me to take the first step of conquering the world!"
"Hoo-Hoo!"
"Hoo-Hoo-Hoo!"
The Iron Bone Mountain that carried more than 100,000 disciples of the Sect of All Times charged fearlessly toward the Upper Realm and toward the Thunder Matrix of Ten Thousand Calamities that was blocking their way. No matter what the result was, it would eventually become a legend in the mortal world!
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