Chapter 1920: The Immortal Astral’s tenth sun — Sending Back!

The Heavenly Venerate Cultivators below were silent. The events of this day had left them incapable of further astonishment, only staring blankly at the vague white-robed figure standing outside the indistinct sixteenth layer of golden light on the Celestial Screen.

Wang Lin used his actions to completely reverse the previously unfavorable situation, turning the tide like the reversal of Heaven and Earth. All words and thoughts of doubt were swept away like clouds on the Celestial Screen by a fierce wind, leaving nothing behind.

Since the Immortal Emperor spoke of Soul Armor and claimed that external power could never be perfect, Wang Lin used his actions to tell everyone that a mere fourteen layers could not possibly be his limit!

Facing universal condemnation, Wang Lin didn't even utter a single word of defense. He simply charged forward, passing the fourteenth layer, passing the fifteenth layer, and now, in one go, he had passed the sixteenth layer, which had never been breached for countless years!!

This was more powerful and earth-shattering than ten thousand words of defense!

The entire Heavenly Venerate Nirvana fell into complete silence. Facing the countless gazes from below, Wang Lin remained calm, without the slightest fluctuation in his expression. He simply stood in the golden light with his eyes closed, seemingly practicing breathing techniques or waiting for Dao Venerate Ming.

On him, this scene transformed into an Aura akin to that of a Grandmaster, earning the respect of every Cultivator who witnessed it.

Time flowed, breath by breath… In the blink of an eye, the time it takes for an incense stick to burn had passed. But outside the sixteenth layer, Wang Lin still stood alone between Heaven and Earth; Dao Venerate Ming had not emerged.

It wasn't until another half stick of incense had passed that the sixteenth layer, already enveloped in golden light, once again emitted a golden radiance. Beneath that light, Dao Venerate Ming emerged, laughing loudly.

His laughter contained his excitement and thrill; after so many years of silence, he had finally passed the sixteenth layer today! His body flickered, manifesting directly in front of Wang Lin, revealing his black-robed figure.

"The sixteenth layer! I, Dao Venerate Ming, have passed the sixteenth layer today!! Among all the Sky-Turning Venerates of the Immortal Clan, who dares to compete!! I should thank you, this Cultivator skilled in deception, if not for…"

Before he could finish his words, he paused abruptly. The surroundings were too quiet; there was no cheering or shouting because he had passed the sixteenth layer. Instead, the silent, fixed gazes of the Cultivators below conveyed complexity.

"You were too slow," Wang Lin said slowly.

"You… you passed the sixteenth layer?!" Dao Venerate Ming's face instantly turned pale. He stared intensely at Wang Lin, his eyes revealing intense murderous intent. He absolutely would not allow anyone to be stronger than him; Great Heavenly Venerates were one thing, but among the Sky-Turning Venerates, he had to be number one!

But now, the cheers and fame he should have received for passing the sixteenth layer were forcibly snatched away by Wang Lin standing before him. Furthermore, judging by the other party's appearance, he clearly took much less time than himself.

This turn of events enraged Dao Venerate Ming out of humiliation. His arrogant Heart-Nature could not bear such a thing!

"Are you coming again?" Wang Lin remained calm, looking at the changing expression of Dao Venerate Ming, and spoke indifferently. The more nonchalant his tone, the more unacceptable it was to Dao Venerate Ming, who stared at Wang Lin as if his eyes were about to shoot out flames of rage.

"Given this person's Heart-Nature, I truly don't know how he cultivated to his current cultivation level. However, perhaps it is related to his Dao of Arrogance. The more this is the case, the more it will stimulate his mind, allowing him to immerse himself in the pain of being surpassed and the understanding of a twisted life."

"Like a bow, the further it is bent, the stronger the potential it releases. However… even if it's the most resilient bow under heaven, today, I will snap it!" Wang Lin glanced at Dao Venerate Ming. How could Wang Lin forget the humiliation this person had inflicted earlier? He was someone who repaid every grievance and would absolutely not let this person off.

Furthermore, Dao Venerate Ming was the person the Immortal Emperor valued most. Destroying him would also be a powerful counterattack against the Immortal Emperor's recent words!

To destroy Dao Venerate Ming, he must completely shatter his confidence, making him challenge the seventeenth layer alongside himself, thoroughly trampling his arrogance again, causing his mental fortitude to utterly collapse, and forever suppressing him beneath himself!

Like a bow, although the greater the bend, the greater the potential, once it exceeds its limit, there is no potential—it will snap! Wang Lin was ruthless and even venomous. He might as well use this opportunity to destroy Dao Venerate Ming's mental fortitude!

"Since the façade is already torn, let's tear it even wider!" Wang Lin sneered internally, casting a contemptuous glance at Dao Venerate Ming.

That look of contempt caused Dao Venerate Ming to clench his fists.

"Ming Dao, return to the Imperial Palace with me!" Just then, the Immortal Emperor below spoke calmly, his expression no longer sullen. After speaking, his eyes showed appreciation as he looked at Wang Lin.

"Good. Today, another powerhouse has appeared in my Immortal Clan. Wang Lin, I previously misunderstood you. After returning to the Imperial City, I will immediately issue an imperial decree announcing it to the world!

Furthermore, you and I had an agreement back then. I invited you to the Imperial City. Many years have passed, and it happens to coincide with your becoming a Sky-Turning Venerate. This matter will be combined: when a new Sky-Turning Venerate appears in my Immortal Clan, the Imperial Clan must confer a title. This will be a grand ceremony, and when you come to the Imperial Clan, I will personally conduct it for you!" The Immortal Emperor smiled faintly, seeming not the least bit angry. His smile was like a spring breeze, influencing the minds of all the surrounding Cultivators, who bowed their heads and clasped their fists in salute.

"Thank you, Immortal Emperor," Wang Lin said slowly, his expression calm.

"It's nothing. Ming Dao, why aren't you leaving!!" While smiling, the Immortal Emperor suddenly looked at Dao Venerate Ming struggling in the sky and let out a low shout. The sound was like thunder roaring in Dao Venerate Ming's mind, causing his spirit to tremble. The anger on his face instantly vanished, replaced by complete calm. He stood there, looking at Wang Lin, and in that instant, not a trace of fury could be seen on him.

He took a deep look at Wang Lin, his body flickered, and he immediately flew downwards.

Wang Lin frowned. Dao Venerate Ming had actually suppressed all his surging anger, forcibly restraining even his unbearable arrogance. If this person were allowed to return, given his special Dao, he was highly likely to achieve a Breakthrough!

Wang Lin could ignore Dao Venerate Ming when he was in a towering rage, but facing an opponent who suddenly became silent and calm after such fury made Wang Lin feel a hint of danger.

"Why aren't you challenging it anymore?" Wang Lin asked coolly, without changing his expression.

Upon hearing this, the Immortal Emperor frowned almost imperceptibly. Dao Venerate Ming seemed not to have heard, did not look back, and continued walking toward the Immortal Emperor.

"So this is Dao Venerate Ming? Disappointing! Does he not even have the courage to challenge the seventeenth layer?" Wang Lin saw that Dao Venerate Ming didn't even turn his head. This strange change made Wang Lin vaguely realize that this person's achievement as the top Sky-Turning Venerate might not be accidental.

But the more this was the case, the more he needed to destroy his mental fortitude right here!

"Wang Lin, what is the meaning of this!" The Immortal Emperor looked at Wang Lin, his eyes radiating imposing pressure.

Dao Venerate Ming paused his steps, silent for a breath. He seemed to close his eyes and struggle slightly, but after that breath, he became calm once more. Without a single word, he approached the Immortal Emperor.

"I merely wanted him to challenge the seventeenth layer. Should he fail, he can leave!" Wang Lin smiled faintly. His laughter pierced Dao Venerate Ming's ears, causing a sharp pain in his heart.

These were the exact words he had previously spoken to Wang Lin!

Dao Venerate Ming's breathing quickened slightly, and his steps paused again. It was as if rage was burning inside him; his pride made it unbearable. But just then, the Immortal Emperor flicked his sleeve, which transformed into a wisp of gentle wind, wrapping around Dao Venerate Ming and sweeping him toward the ancient Teleportation Formation.

"Return to the Imperial Palace!"

Dao Venerate Ming forcibly resisted the urge to turn back, his eyes laced with bloodshot veins. Propelled by the force of the Immortal Emperor's flicked sleeve, he instantly reached the ancient Teleportation Formation. The Formation's light flickered, seemingly about to activate.

A cold light flashed in Wang Lin's eyes. He absolutely could not let his opponent leave like this! Almost the instant the Formation started operating, Wang Lin suddenly raised his right hand and pointed abruptly toward the ancient Teleportation Formation!

With this single point, ninety-nine illusory shadows manifested, converging to form a gigantic phantom finger, which shot straight toward the Teleportation Formation amidst an earth-shattering howl.

The Immortal Emperor looked angry and was about to make a move, but just then, Great Heavenly Venerate Wufeng laughed heartily and casually stepped forward. This simple step, however, caused the Immortal Emperor to halt.

Both were Great Heavenly Venerates, and in this instant, their Qi mechanisms locked onto each other. If the Immortal Emperor moved, Wufeng would certainly strike. Because of this delay, the gigantic phantom finger was seen howling as it approached the Teleportation Formation!

Dao Venerate Ming inside the Teleportation Formation suddenly looked up and let out a low roar. He was currently in the midst of teleportation and unable to strike. Gritting his teeth, his body flickered, and he abruptly stepped out of the Teleportation Formation. The moment he stepped out, the gigantic finger vanished instantly before him, like a Finger of Mockery!

This scene was exactly the same as the one Dao Venerate Ming had previously used against Wang Lin!

"Wang Lin!!!" Dao Venerate Ming, having stepped out of the Teleportation Formation, suddenly looked up and stared intensely at Wang Lin. The angry humiliation he had been suppressing inside was about to burst forth.

"Wang Lin, you have great audacity! How dare you violate the rules and strike here? Today, I may have to apprehend you!" The Immortal Emperor clearly hadn't expected Wang Lin to dare make a move.

"Oh? Did I injure anyone? Was he harmed? Since there was no harm, how can you speak of a violation?" Wang Lin smiled faintly. His counterattack used the exact words the Immortal Emperor had spoken earlier!

The Immortal Emperor paused, about to speak, but Wang Lin was quicker. He looked at Dao Venerate Ming, who was suppressing his rage, and his voice echoed throughout Heaven and Earth.

"So you've lost your arrogance and abandoned your self-respect. That's why you were in such a hurry to leave and not challenge the seventeenth layer. I fear you've not only abandoned your self-respect but also lost all conviction, becoming nothing more than a walking corpse. You must obey all the Immortal Emperor's arrangements; if he tells you to leave, you dare not stay, hence your immediate departure.

Forget it. A Cultivator like you is not qualified to receive a second glance from me. Scram!" Wang Lin flicked his sleeve, the contempt in his eyes completely undisguised, stabbing like a knife into Dao Venerate Ming's mind.

"How disappointing!" This final sentence made Dao Venerate Ming unable to suppress himself any longer. His entire body trembled as he roared, tilting his head back, and his figure flashed straight toward the Celestial Screen.

"Wang Lin, let us challenge the seventeenth layer together!!!"

"Good!" Wang Lin laughed heartily, stepping into the seventeenth layer's grand hall almost simultaneously with Dao Venerate Ming!

The Immortal Emperor was about to stop them, but he was blocked by Wufeng.

"Lian Daozhen, let us not interfere with the competition between Sky-Turning Venerates."

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