Immortal Han

Immortal Han . . .

High above the sprawling expanse of the Royal Sacred Sect, a procession of figures began a graceful descent. At the forefront strode a man whose presence commanded attention, exuding a dignified aura that belied his age, which appeared to be in the range of forty to fifty years. This formidable figure was none other than the esteemed former Sacred Emperor of the Royal Sacred Sect.

However, he had not returned alone. Around him, seven other silhouettes accompanied him, each radiating an extraordinary air of authority. Their eyes glinted with an otherworldly allure, their power palpable to all who beheld them. One individual, a middle-aged man positioned beside the old Sacred Emperor, possessed a gaze that seemed to plumb the unfathomable depths of existence.

The remaining six figures appeared younger, but appearances could be deceptive when dealing with beings of such cultivation. In the realm of profound mastery, the passage of time could leave its mark on the bones alone, concealing the true age of the immortal practitioner.

As this illustrious group descended from the heavens, the incumbent Sacred Emperor, Zai Xing, led the members of the Royal Sacred Sect in a solemn welcome. "Father!"

Indeed, these two Sacred Emperors shared a familial bond.

"We pay our respects to the old Sacred Emperor," offered Zai Yan and the others, bowing in reverence. Many among them were descendants of the former Sacred Emperor, although the generational divide was vast. Thus, it remained fitting to address him as the old Sacred Emperor.

"Mhm." The old Sacred Emperor, Zai Jiang, acknowledged their gestures before gesturing to the middle-aged man with the penetrating gaze who stood by his side. "Allow me to introduce my junior apprentice brother. You may address him as Immortal Han."

"We extend our respects to Immortal Han," intoned the upper echelons of the Royal Sacred Sect, their excitement palpable. The old Sacred Emperor's designation of this man as Immortal Han left little doubt—he was undoubtedly an immortal. The Medicine Sovereign Valley's reckoning had come due.

"Esteemed comrades, these are my junior apprentice brothers and nephews who have graced our Royal Sacred Region with their presence. I beseech you to treat them with the utmost courtesy and ensure their comfort during their stay," the old Sacred Emperor declared, as those assembled nodded in acquiescence. These visitors hailed from the immortal realms.

The old Sacred Emperor had long departed for the immortal realms and had not graced their world with his presence for an extended duration. Were it not for the unprecedented challenges facing the Royal Sacred Sect, they would not have roused him from his contemplative pursuit of martial enlightenment in the immortal realms.

Immortal Han, his profound gaze sweeping over the assembly, enveloped the Royal Sacred Sect in his formidable immortal aura. A collective weight descended upon their hearts as they felt the intense pressure, stemming from the Core Faction. It was clear that the silhouettes that had descended earlier were indeed those of the old Sacred Emperor.

"Senior Zai, the power of this particle world you oversee seems rather lacking in strength," Immortal Han remarked coolly, exuding an ominous aura that sent shivers down the spines of those who met his gaze. His words instilled fear among the members of the Royal Sacred Sect.

Zai Jiang was well aware of his junior brother's unique abilities, and he pondered the implications of Immortal Han's words. It seemed that the current iteration of the Royal Sacred Sect did not possess the same formidable strength as in the past. Their talent pool was lackluster, and not a single individual had met Immortal Han's exacting standards.

"How can a mere particle world compare to our illustrious sect?" Zai Jiang responded nonchalantly.

"Mhm. By the way, where is this adversary you mentioned? Let us swiftly vanquish them, and in the process, I shall assess if anyone meets my criteria," Immortal Han declared with a chilling air of finality.

"Patience, my friends. We've journeyed from afar, so let's pause for a moment and savor some wine. I'll arrange for a feast and provide some lovely companions. After all, our sect's pursuit of cultivation can be quite a dry affair. A little relaxation won't hurt. As for the opposing sect, vanquishing them will be as effortless as turning one's hand. It's child's play for us."

Zai Jiang's smile spoke volumes. The Medicine Sovereign Valley held little sway in his eyes. With both him and his junior apprentice brother, Han, present, dismantling the Medicine Sovereign Valley would be a trifling task. He intended to make it abundantly clear to the people of this world who held true dominion over the Royal Sacred Region.

Immortal Han's cultivation prowess was revered in their sect, and Zai Jiang, playing the role of host, sought to strengthen their fraternal bond during this visit to his particle world.

"I concur," Immortal Han concurred with a nod. The world of cultivation could be an arid and monotonous pursuit. Even though he held a lofty status within his immortal realm sect, he was still bound by certain rules. This rare sojourn in a particle world offered him a chance to unwind.

Indeed, a touch of leisure and enjoyment would serve as a welcome counterbalance to the rigors of cultivation.

Their companions shared their sentiment and voiced no objections. They, too, sought a reprieve from the routine.

"Prepare a sumptuous feast, and round up some beauties to join us. Junior Han has discerning taste. These women should not only be beautiful but possess aptitude in cultivation as well. Seek them among the various esteemed sects, and if none are suitable, cast a wider net beyond our borders," Zai Jiang instructed. His decree brooked no defiance, and Zai Yan and the others hastened to fulfill the old Sacred Emperor's command.

These were immortals from the immortal realms gracing their particle world, and they were deserving of impeccable service.

"I've already spotted a few young ladies who piqued my interest. I'll fetch them myself," Immortal Han declared as he vanished, his astonishing speed carrying him in a particular direction.

Zai Jiang's gaze lingered on his departing figure before following suit. Their compatriots from the immortal realms trailed after them. Their destination? None other than the Forgotten Immortal Tower.

Within the Forgotten Immortal Tower, a bevy of beauties rivaling the very clouds awaited. Immortal Han had already cast his discerning eye on a select few.

In a matter of moments, astonished gazes from the Forgotten Immortal Tower fell upon the approaching figures. Soon after, the sect's leader personally emerged to extend a warm welcome.

"You, you, and you," Immortal Han pointed to three exceptionally beautiful women. Not only were they comely, but their cultivation talents were exceptional. These three were considered the cream of the crop within the Forgotten Immortal Tower, their usual demeanor marked by pride and haughtiness. Yet here was an individual singling them out, commanding their service for the night.

"Sacred Emperor," the sect leader addressed the incumbent Sacred Emperor, his gaze shifting uneasily.

"This man is my royal father's junior apprentice brother, Immortal Han. It's a privilege and honor for these three to serve him. Go along with him and attend to his needs," the Sacred Emperor ordered, a pronouncement that visibly drained the color from the faces of the three beautiful women, their once-beaming countenances now marred by distress.

Without any unforeseen hitches, the three women were whisked away. In addition to them, several other enchanting women from the Forgotten Immortal Tower were selected as well. The banquet at the Royal Sacred Sect that night was a boisterous affair, in stark contrast to the eerie silence that enveloped the Forgotten Immortal Tower. With so many of their own members taken away, it was no surprise.

The next day, when some of the captives returned, they bore visible signs of injuries, and tears welled in their eyes. As for the three exceptional women chosen by Immortal Han, they didn't return at all. Their fate was beyond the realm of imagination for the inhabitants of the Forgotten Immortal Tower. While they belonged to the Royal Sacred Sect and undoubtedly possessed exceptional talents, they were mere specks in the presence of immortals. They didn't even warrant a conversation.

At noon, under the blazing sun, the Royal Sacred Sect assembled its experts from various factions outside its gates. As they stepped forth, the Sacred Royal City quivered with trepidation. The Royal Sacred Sect was finally taking action, and their procession headed straight for the Medicine Sovereign Valley.

Instead of soaring into the sky, the Royal Sacred Sect's experts maintained a low altitude throughout their journey. It was evident that they aimed to demonstrate their supremacy to the entire world.

Their presence exuded a stifling pressure that seemed capable of quashing anything in its path. For the weaker among the common populace, it forced them into a prostrate position, rendering them powerless to rise. The mere aura of these experts was overwhelming, akin to the arrival of doomsday.

"How formidable," people whispered, gazing at the Royal Sacred Sect's experts in awe.

Recent discussions in the Sacred Royal City had centered on the Royal Sacred Sect's declining might, suggesting that the Medicine Sovereign Valley could now rival it. However, witnessing the Royal Sacred Sect's true strength first-hand dispelled such doubts.

"Hurry to the Medicine Sovereign. Today will decide the fate of our Royal Sacred Region," a voice urged as countless figures rushed toward the Medicine Sovereign Valley, eager to witness the impending clash.

This battle could very well mark the ultimate showdown between the two hegemonic powers.

In the Medicine Sovereign Valley, the Medicine Sovereign detected the approaching auras of the Royal Sacred Sect's experts while they were still some distance away. His gaze honed in on a specific direction as he remarked, "They're coming."

Furrows lined his brow as he grappled with the impending crisis. If victory proved elusive, the only recourse would be to evacuate Qin Wentian and Mo Qingcheng. He believed that as long as he survived, the Sacred Emperor would hesitate to execute a full-scale massacre.

However, the Medicine Sovereign's countenance shifted abruptly as he sensed three extraordinarily potent auras approaching. Something was amiss.

Simultaneously, these three auras bore down upon the Medicine Sovereign Valley, and the Royal Sacred Sect's experts swiftly took their positions in the airspace above.

The Medicine Sovereign Valley's combat puppets and experts had already gathered in the sky, their gazes fixed on the newcomers.

"Impressive," Immortal Han nodded, his attention fixed on Qin Wentian, Mo Qingcheng, Lin Shuai, Lou Bingyu, and Ji Feixue. He recognized the exceptional talents in these young individuals.

"There are a few exceptional specimens among these folks, their potential far surpasses that of your Royal Sacred Sect," observed a voice from the Medicine Sovereign Valley.

"Well, what of it?" Zai Jiang chuckled dismissively. "If they happen upon Junior Brother Han, they're as good as dead." He waved away the notions of talent and potential, emphasizing the importance of background. In the immortal realms, countless geniuses met their demise daily. These fledgling prodigies could perish for something as trivial as not fitting someone's fancy. But what could they do about it? They lacked the necessary connections. No amount of potential and talent mattered once they were dead.

Immortal Han let out a cold laugh, an immortal light radiating from him, gradually expanding to envelop the entire space. This immortal light bore a faint crimson hue, casting a stifling pressure on the experts of the Medicine Sovereign Valley.

"Are you suggesting that we shouldn't harm mortals?" The Medicine Sovereign's expression shifted. However, all he received from Immortal Han was a mocking glance. "Are you jesting? If I don't deal with those weaker than me, should I then target the stronger ones?"

Without warning, another overwhelming force surged forth, a potent engulfing energy. A group of beautiful maidens from the Medicine Sovereign Valley found themselves abruptly teleported to Immortal Han's side. Immortal Han's eyes gleamed with a bloody light as he placed his hands on their heads. Moments later, these maidens exploded, their essence transforming into blood qi absorbed by Immortal Han.

The Medicine Sovereign's complexion turned ashen. He locked eyes with Immortal Han and questioned, "How can you act so unscrupulously? Are you not afraid that I'll retaliate by annihilating everyone in the Royal Sacred Sect?"

"Kill them if you can. What's it to me?" retorted Immortal Han coldly. He had no regard for the lives of ants.

Stepping forward, Immortal Han soared towards the crowd, his gaze fixed on Qin Wentian and Mo Qingcheng, who stood side by side. He detected a potent blood qi emanating from them. These two were indeed exceptional specimens!