Chapter 1306: Great Opportunities and Fortunes

The Integration and Tribulation Stage elders watching from afar were utterly astonished. How could Wu Yao's attitude have changed so drastically after becoming an immortal?

Is this the mindset of an immortal? Transcending from mortal to immortal, their state of mind becomes detached, letting go of all past grudges and affections.

"Are there two more people beside Daoist Lu Yang? Who are they?"

"It's Yun Zhi, the senior disciple of the Wen Dao Sect." Shi Chan used his Heavenly Eye ability to see Yun Zhi, his expression peculiar. He recalled that when he went to the Wen Dao Sect to study, he had even volunteered to fight Yun Zhi and was severely beaten.

Could Wu Yao's change in attitude be related to Senior Yun Zhi?

That shouldn't be the case. Is Senior Yun Zhi an immortal?

Many of the Tribulation Stage elders shared similar thoughts with Shi Chan. They had all fought Yun Zhi and knew she was powerful, but they all believed she was only a half-immortal, not enough to make Wu Yao wary.

"Daoist Yun Zhi, long time no see! Your charm remains as ever after all these years." Wu Yao burst into laughter. One would think he and Yun Zhi were old friends reunited after a long separation.

Yun Zhi simply responded with a curt "Mm." This made Wu Yao's smile freeze on his face, leaving him somewhat awkward and unsure how to continue.

"Wow, you're quite impressive! As expected of Emperor Yu, to be able to fight our Second-in-Command like this."

Naturally, Yun Zhi returned with Yun Mengmeng.

Wu Yao was speechless.

Wu Yao still didn't know how to respond to this. What kind of talk was this? In terms of fame and status, how could Lu Yang compare to him? The way she spoke, it sounded as if it were his honor to be able to fight Lu Yang to a standstill.

Does this little girl even know how to speak?

"Second-in-Command, are you okay?" Yun Mengmeng ran her hands up and down, checking Lu Yang's injuries.

Lu Yang's old face flushed, and he quickly dodged Yun Mengmeng. "I'm fine, I'm fine. What could possibly be wrong with me?"

A sudden bolt of lightning descended, revealing a thunder tribulation clone of Immortal Yingtian.

He sensed that an immortal tribulation had occurred here, very close to the cultivation world, so he sent a clone to investigate and find out who had become an immortal.

"Who is this person?" Immortal Yingtian asked Lu Yang.

"It's Emperor Yu Wu Yao, or rather, Heavenly Emperor Wu Yao."

Immortal Yingtian suddenly understood. So it was him. Did he know the cultivation world had opened up and come home to visit his relatives?

He noticed the Zhutian warriors and the Integration Stage cultivators, then felt that something was amiss. "It seems a lot has happened while I was away."

With that, he dissipated his clone, sending the information back to his main body. So much had happened in the cultivation world; it was time for him to return and see for himself.

Yun Zhi finally spoke, but her words sent a chill down Wu Yao's spine. "Senior Wu Yao, you condoned your subordinates stealing spirit stones from my cultivation world. Do you have anything to say about that?"

Wu Yao quickly offered a placating smile. "Misunderstanding, Daoist Yun Zhi, it's all a misunderstanding! These were the actions of my subordinates; I was completely unaware. The cultivation world is also my home. If I had known they were coming to plunder spirit stones, I would certainly not have tolerated such suicidal behavior!

"Look, didn't I set out immediately to intercept them the moment I learned they were going to plunder spirit stones from the cultivation world? It's just that the distance was too great, and I was a step too late, so they still clashed with the cultivation world."

Yun Zhi slightly raised her eyes, maintaining her deep, ancient well-like gaze, which made it impossible for Wu Yao to discern her true intentions.

"A misunderstanding? So, Senior Wu Yao's attempt to reclaim the captives, clashing with my junior brother, and injuring him—that was also a misunderstanding?"

Upon hearing this, Lu Yang conveniently coughed a few times, his voice hoarse and rough. By the sound of it, he was severely injured and even coughed up some blood, which seemed to confirm his senior disciple's words.

Wu Yao's eye twitched slightly at these words. His flattering demeanor vanished, and his voice turned cold. "In that case, Daoist Yun Zhi, are you determined to pursue this matter relentlessly?"

"What has happened has happened, and naturally, an explanation is due. Senior Wu Yao, you may come to Prisoner Peak of my Wen Dao Sect for a discussion."

"Don't go too far!" Wu Yao roared, knowing full well what Prisoner Peak was.

Who was he? He had cultivated twice, each time becoming an immortal. Throughout history, he was the only one to achieve this. As an immortal, he was detached from worldly affairs. When had an immortal ever been heard of becoming a prisoner? This was a profound humiliation!

He had previously sought peaceful resolutions, unwilling to provoke Yun Zhi, a powerful enemy, over minor issues.

But if Yun Zhi thought she could simply dictate his outcome, she was gravely mistaken.

At this moment, he was at the peak of his life. He was far stronger than he had been as Emperor Yu, a difference in both mindset and the gap between their Dao Fruits. He was a true Heavenly Emperor; if a fight ensued, he would fear no one!

At the same time, he secretly activated his Dao Fruit of Creation to predict the outcome of this battle.

"After this battle, I will be able to comprehend principles, meet friends and mentors I haven't seen in over a hundred thousand years, and even spar with other immortals to exchange insights and complete my immortal path?!"

"This is a great fortune, a grand opportunity!"

When his Dao Fruit was still in its nascent form, he had fought Lu Yang and vaguely perceived that Lu Yang would bring him great fortune. However, that perception was blurry. After fully condensing his Dao Fruit, his perception of opportunities and good fortune became much clearer. In a sense, this was predicting the future!

The outcome revealed by his Dao Fruit filled Wu Yao with confidence. With such rewards, this opportunity and good fortune absolutely could not be missed!

If he was going to fight, it had to be now. Immortal Yingtian's thunder tribulation clone knew about this place and would surely return to the cultivation world. If Yun Zhi allied with the Four Ancient Immortals, he definitely wouldn't be able to contend with them.

The bronze spear reappeared, its aura extraordinary. The Dao Fruit of Creation effortlessly upgraded the spear, transforming it from an immortal treasure into a true immortal artifact.

As the spear danced, the light it emitted formed flowing rivers of stars. This single display revealed the immense gap between an immortal treasure and a true immortal artifact!

The Dao Fruit of Creation fully displayed its divine might. Ten thousand demons leaped out from a painting, more powerful than even their legends described. Although they hadn't attained immortal status, they already showed glimpses of immortal grace.

Thousands of bronze spears were also created with a single thought, suspended throughout the cosmos.

Immortal talismans and immortal-grade formations blanketed the area, engulfing it.

The Integration and Tribulation Stage cultivators watching this scene were incredibly shocked. Hadn't a ceasefire been declared? Why were they suddenly fighting again?

This display clearly indicated a serious intent to fight, but Wu Yao was already an immortal. Who among those present was worth him getting serious for?

"Daoist Yun Zhi, you will regret your decision today!" An immortal pattern leaped from Wu Yao's brow, controlling all creations. After becoming an immortal, his spiritual consciousness had transformed into immortal consciousness, its power limitless.

Purple mist steamed, chaos pervaded, and immortal creations, displaying an immortal's majesty, simultaneously attacked Yun Zhi!

"Cloudfall Palm."

Yun Zhi calmly responded to Wu Yao's roar, shattering the immortal creations with a single hand.

Wu Yao watched with wide eyes as the delicate jade hand descended, unstoppable. Regret and despair welled up from the depths of his heart.

Was the gap between him and Yun Zhi still this vast?

Boom—the immortal creations shattered, and everything returned to tranquility.

Wu Yao, held aloft by Yun Zhi, had vacant eyes, no longer clear. At this moment, he finally understood a truth—

Don't take face too seriously; there will always be times to lose it.