The Heavenly Emperor of Chu

Chapter 7 Tribulation of Proving the Dao

"Jie Jie Jie!"

"Supreme Qiwu, a dignified ancient emperor, you can't even defeat a junior. You have utterly disgraced the Dao Provers."

Accompanied by bursts of eerie laughter, a figure exuding an extremely decadent stench appeared before Chu Tianshu.

The figure was shrouded in black mist, its face blurred and deliberately concealed by supreme magic power, revealing only a pair of scarlet eyes, seemingly intentionally hiding its identity.

Chu Tianshu looked at the suddenly appearing Dark Sovereign without the slightest surprise. "What, another one who's not afraid of death?"

As for why the other person didn't show up on their own initiative, it's most likely because they were planning a sneak attack.

However, Chu Tianshu was no naive fool who knew nothing. He was already on high alert, and no matter what their plans were, he could neutralize them all with his supreme power.

"Human prodigy, I will take your words as your dying ramblings." The Black Mist Supreme's eyes were cold, ignoring Chu Tianshu's sarcasm.

As an ancient deity who attained enlightenment in the age of mythology, he was extremely glorious in his two lifetimes and suppressed the human world for more than 43,000 years.

The world in the mythical era was far less desolate than it is now. The essence of heaven and earth was as rich as rain, and there were many kinds of longevity medicines, immortal gold, and rare materials. The myriad ways of heaven and earth were also much more perfect than in later generations.

In terms of lifespan alone, even those with ordinary physiques who attained enlightenment in the mythological era could easily live for 15,000 years.

In addition, with the elixir of immortality granting them a second chance at life, those who attained enlightenment in the mythological era could essentially rule the world for over 30,000 years.

If we also consider the special physique of those who attain enlightenment, this number would be significantly increased, as is the case with the Black Mist Supreme.

He has ruled the human world for over 40,000 years, and has long since used the Heavenly Heart Mark to push his Heavenly Venerable Dao Fruit to an incredible level, second only to the nine Heavenly Venerables of the mythological era.

For this reason, apart from a handful of emperors, the Black Mist Supreme didn't think much of them in the ancient times.

Even the Battle Saint Emperor who wanted to become a Battle Immortal was nothing more than an arrogant and ignorant monkey in his eyes.

Although Chu Tianshu was indeed exceptionally talented, capable of achieving the strength of a Dao cultivator comparable to an ancient emperor, he ultimately never entered the realm of the ultimate Dao and never experienced the scenery of that level.

If a real battle were to break out, although the Black Mist Supreme could not guarantee that he would kill Chu Tianshu by severing his own body, he should be able to resolve the situation quickly after reaching the ultimate sublimation.

"A cowardly coward who hides his head and tail, instead of staying in the forbidden zone to eke out a living and enjoy his old age, dares to come out and cause trouble, barking wildly in front of me, not taking me seriously at all."

"Today, I will use the blood of your two royal blood to clearly tell the world that from now on, the roles of offense and defense have been reversed!"

Chu Tianshu's domineering declaration instantly spread throughout the myriad realms, causing all living beings in the world to tremble.

Upon hearing this, the Black Mist Supreme laughed in fury, "Arrogant brat, how dare you utter such nonsense!"

"Today I will personally behead you as a warning to future generations!"

Immediately, the Black Mist Supreme no longer hesitated. The mist around his body surged violently, and an extreme pressure emanated from him, shaking heaven and earth.

Clang!
Chu Tianshu's Purple Cloud Sword emitted a clear sound, seemingly responding to the Black Mist Supreme's provocation.

His gaze was piercing, fixed intently on the other person's bloodshot eyes, and his aura continued to rise, soon surpassing his previous peak.

"Come on! Today, either I, the Supreme Being, will slay you two with my sword and ascend to the pinnacle of the ultimate path, or you two will slay me and continue my imperial destiny for another lifetime!" Chu Tianshu said indifferently, raising his three-colored longsword and taking the initiative to kill the two.

In an instant, the Heavenly Sword swept across the sky, its dazzling and sharp sword light illuminating most of the universe. Wherever it passed, the void was torn apart, the laws of the Great Dao were broken, and the endless galaxy trembled under this pressure, as if it would collapse at any moment.

Seeing this, the Black Mist Supreme and the Qiwu Supreme were not to be outdone, and each displayed their Heavenly Venerable Law and Ancient Emperor Law.

In an instant, black mist enveloped the entire edge of the universe, and the crimson Azure Phoenix Dharma Image appeared out of nowhere, displaying its once invincible power.

Facing the two's combined attack, Chu Tianshu was not afraid at all. The three-colored longsword in his hand shone even brighter, and the sword energy roared. In an instant, he exchanged hundreds of blows with the two.

Chu Tianshu continuously unleashed his forbidden techniques, displaying astonishing combat power, and fought to the extreme with the Black Mist Supreme and the Qiwu Supreme.

In the blink of an eye, large sections of the desolate space at the edge of the universe collapsed and were annihilated. The laws of heaven and earth were also thrown into chaos by the battle, and the divine chains of order were almost broken.

"Who exactly is this supreme being shrouded in black mist? Is he the famous ancient emperor from the Primordial Era or the peerless celestial being from the mythological era? How could he display power no less than that of an ordinary Dao-proving cultivator by severing his own body?"

Chu Tianshu grew increasingly alarmed as the fight progressed; the power of this supreme being hidden in the black mist far exceeded his expectations.

How could one demonstrate the strength of a Daoist without ever reaching the pinnacle of enlightenment? This completely overturned Chu Tianshu's preconceived notions.

After all, most Supreme beings who commit suicide do so in their later years, when their vital energy is far less than at their peak, and their strength naturally declines compared to their peak period.

Furthermore, with the self-inflicted injury, the Extreme Dao Fruit is now incomplete, causing it to fall from the Imperial Dao realm and its strength to drop another level. It is highly unlikely that it can maintain its Extreme Dao strength.

However, the Black Mist Supreme before him completely broke with convention, and moreover, there was another Supreme in the darkness who had not yet shown himself, which greatly increased the pressure on Chu Tianshu.

"No, we must trigger the Ninefold Immortal Tribulation."

"Otherwise, if that supreme being in the shadows were to make a move as well, I'm afraid I wouldn't even have a chance to trigger the Ninefold Immortal Tribulation, and then I'd probably be in grave danger!"

Chu Tianshu's original plan was to trigger the Ninefold Immortal Tribulation immediately after the last Supreme Being made a move, dragging these three Supreme Beings into the great calamity.

Even if the supreme beings caught in the celestial tribulation manage to escape safely, they will pay a heavy price, and some may even perish under the calamity.

When Chu Tianshu, wielding the power of the flawless imperial way, presses his advantage and will surely be able to secure victory and end this turmoil in one fell swoop.

"That's all!"

"Time should not be used up, nor should blessings be enjoyed to the fullest. There is no such thing as a sure thing in this world. As long as you have more than 70% certainty, it is worth taking a chance!"

This statement originated from a military master in Chu Tianshu's previous life, and he deeply agreed with it.

With this in mind, Chu Tianshu's three-colored longsword shone brightly, unleashing an extremely dazzling sword light that temporarily forced the two back.

Immediately, his Daoist aura surged, and his Qi began to climb rapidly. Soon, he crossed a certain boundary and truly entered the realm of the ultimate Dao.

Boom boom boom!
When Chu Tianshu truly entered the Extreme Dao Domain, this world immediately responded. Vast tribulation clouds manifested from the depths of the universe, and terrifying tribulation aura instantly spread throughout the universe, shaking the past, present, and future!
"Oh no! He's triggering a great tribulation for enlightenment! Stop him!"

The Black Mist Supreme's expression changed drastically. He raised his hand and unleashed an extremely dark black light, attempting to interrupt Chu Tianshu's Dao Proving Tribulation.

(End of this chapter)