Unparalleled in the Immortal Realms

Unparalleled in the Immortal Realms . . . 

This time, an impressive procession of over a thousand immortal-foundation experts stepped forward, exuding unwavering confidence. Positioned at the forefront, many hailed from the most distinguished peak powers within the immortal realms.

"Make way, everyone!" barked the experts from the Sky Roc Race, their arrogance leaving no room for others to approach. Their lofty demeanor was palpable.

"Very well, organize yourselves into groups of a hundred and make your way up. Human cultivators, release your astral souls and immortal foundations; as for demonic beasts, unleash your bloodline power and immortal foundation," announced the illusory figure wielding the scepter from the towering platform. As his words echoed, the Sky Roc Race experts transformed into streaks of lightning, soaring up to the platform.

The Nine-Emperors Immortal Empire experts, unimpressed by the Sky Roc Race's haughtiness, ascended the platform as well, exhibiting their imposing presence.

The Myriad Devil Islands' experts also ascended, surpassing a hundred in number. Suspicion and hostility filled the air as experts from various powers confronted one another mid-air. But when a hundred individuals were finally on the platform, the rest held back, adhering to the rules.

In accordance with the rules, everyone released their astral souls and immortal foundations. In the astral radiance, the meridians and bodies of these hundred experts became translucent.

In that moment, a brilliant radiance enveloped the area surrounding the towering platform. Diverse-colored astral souls dazzled, exuding their resplendent glory. It was nothing short of awe-inspiring. Notably, each of these individuals possessed two 7th-heavenly layer violet-gold astral souls, and their immortal foundations were either at the king or emperor-grade. Some even had immortal foundations that were a mere step away from achieving the flawlessness of a legendary saint-grade immortal foundation.

The demonic beasts unleashed their bloodline powers, enveloping the surroundings in a terrifying aura. Their overwhelming demonic energy surged forth, with phantoms of their true forms materializing behind them. Their demonic foundations were similarly formidable.

"Such radiance! These peak elites are truly exceptional. The Nine-Emperors Immortal Empire, Myriad Devil Islands, Sky Roc Race—all of those who ascended the platform possess unparalleled talent. Look at that supreme expert from the Nine-Emperors Immortal Empire, his astral souls originate from the 5th, 5th, 5th, 6th, 7th, and 7th heavenly layers. His immortal foundation is fifth-tier emperor-grade, nearly perfect," gasped onlookers in astonishment.

"Indeed, with such a combination of astral souls and his emperor-grade immortal foundation, he's practically peerless in the immortal realms," many murmured in admiration.

"Enough, you may step aside for now. Let the next group step forward," announced the illusory figure, refraining from making any immediate selections. It seemed he intended to evaluate everyone before rendering a decision.

The next wave of experts gracefully ascended the towering platform, representing various distinguished powers such as the Chasing Sun Immortal Empire, White Tiger Race, and the Myriad Devil Islands. Their extraordinary talent illuminated the platform, albeit not quite reaching the resplendence of that supreme expert from the Nine-Emperors Immortal Empire in the first batch.

As more and more experts took their turns, each batch was undeniably radiant, though they fell slightly short of the brilliance exuded by the initial group. A few experts even chose not to unleash their complete set of astral souls, only revealing their latter astral souls and immortal foundations. This alone sent shivers down the spines of those nearby. These individuals were undoubtedly potent figures who ruled specific regions of the immortal realms. Yet, now, all these formidable beings converged here.

Time flowed on as more experts ascended the platform. Those from lesser powers, initially awestruck, gradually adapted to the sheer strength on display. If not for this gathering of the immortal realms' finest, these ordinary power representatives would never fathom the existence of such formidable characters. Even just their astral souls and immortal foundations were sufficient to leave people in awe. Furthermore, these geniuses had yet to display their combat prowess, undoubtedly matching their astral and immortal grandeur in battle.

"The Thousand Transformations Immortal Sect is joining the fray. This fledgling power dares to be so audacious, sending forth such a multitude. They truly fear no shame," many powers observed the group from the Thousand Transformations Immortal Sect. The Ancient Ying Clan, Eastern Sage Immortal Sect, and Skymist Immortal Empire, in particular, regarded them with icy disdain.

"They're courting humiliation," one expert from the Eastern Sage Immortal Sect disdainfully remarked.

The Thousand Transformations Immortal Sect, Southern Phoenix Clan, and Evergreen Immortal Empire ascended the platform together. Accompanying them were a few experts from Matriarch Ji's sect who joined Qing'er. Among them, Hua Taixu also stood tall.

Having bid farewell in the City of Ancient Emperors, this group of individuals, who had once astonished the city, reunited on this momentous occasion. They had all ranked at the pinnacle of their generation, and now they came together to undertake the entrance test for the Heavenly Dao Sacred Academy.

"There are quite a number of beautiful women up there," the White Tiger Race experts remarked, their eyes flashing with a hint of mischief. Qing'er, Nanfeng Yunxi, and Nanfeng Shengge were supreme beauties among humanity. As for Purgatory, she was a captivating demonic beast that left many demons drooling with desire.

"Let's hope they're not just pretty faces," remarked an expert from the Senluo Immortal Empire, their tone carrying a touch of indifference.

In response, Qin Wentian and his companions unleashed their astral souls, casting a dazzling radiance that left everyone in awe. As the high-grade astral souls manifested, an air of disbelief swept through the onlookers.

Without exception, each of them possessed two violet-gold astral souls. What was even more astounding was that among these luminous astral souls, one gleamed with a blackish golden hue, entirely distinct from the others. It stood out conspicuously, being the only one of its kind.

"Black-gold radiance, an astral soul from the 8th heavenly layer..." A collective tremor coursed through the hearts of the observers. All eyes turned to the young man who had released this exceptional astral soul, and to their astonishment, it was none other than Qin Wentian. His astral soul origins spanned the 5th, 5th, 5th, 6th, 7th, and 8th heavenly layers. This perfect amalgamation instantly elevated Qin Wentian to a unique status, surpassing even the supreme expert from the Nine-Emperors Immortal Empire, who had been part of the first batch.

It wasn't just him; those in his vicinity all possessed astral souls that met the rigorous criteria. At this moment, a profound silence descended upon the crowd as they stared, slack-jawed, at this extraordinary group.

"Remarkable astral souls, but I wonder about the grade of their immortal foundations," murmured an observer. The tension in the air was palpable as the onlookers awaited the next revelation.

"Exceptional astral souls don't necessarily guarantee high-grade immortal foundations. Let's see," they continued to ponder silently. Then, everyone on the platform unveiled their immortal foundations, causing numerous foundations to materialize in the air, each emitting a runic light courtesy of the scepter. Judging their grades was straightforward.

"Wait, look there! What kind of immortal foundation is that?" Countless gazes fixated on the space above Qin Wentian. A human-shaped immortal foundation radiated with brilliant luminescence, seemingly capable of infinite transformation and all-encompassing in nature. The immortal might it emanated also carried attributes of destruction and suppression.

"This immortal foundation is flawless. There are no imperfections under the astral light, and its brilliance outshines the other foundations, making them appear dim and lackluster. Could this be the legendary saint-grade immortal foundation?" Speculation filled the hushed atmosphere. In this moment, silence enveloped the vast space.

Qin Wentian's astral soul prowess dominated all, and a moment later, the legendary saint-grade immortal foundation was unveiled. It was a sight to behold, leaving everyone in awe.

Even in a gathering of the immortal realms' supreme geniuses, no one could currently rival him. At least, not in terms of immortal foundation quality and astral soul prowess.

"Legendary immortal foundation," the supreme geniuses gazed at Qin Wentian, their eyes gleaming with intensity. What cultivation method had he employed? How had he achieved such a perfect immortal foundation? Did he possess some formidable secret arts?

"Look at those beside him," several turned their attention to Jun Mengchen, who stood next to Qin Wentian. Jun Mengchen's immortal foundation was as immaculate as Qin Wentian's, radiant with brilliance. It too was a saint-grade immortal foundation.

"This... how is this possible?" Many found it unbelievable. If these two had a higher cultivation level, the shock might be lessened, as it was possible to refine one's immortal foundation to improve its quality. However, these two were merely at the second-level of immortal foundation. How could their foundations be perfect?

It was worth noting that there were nine levels in the immortal foundation. To ascend in level meant that one's foundation would progressively approach perfection. Yet, these two were only at the second-level, and their foundations were already of the legendary saint-grade.

"There's one more," murmured the crowd, their collective gaze now focused on Nanfeng Yunxi. The immortal foundation she had released was equally perfect.

Initially, Nanfeng Yunxi had established a fifth-tier emperor-grade immortal foundation. However, after her visit to the phoenix ancestral lands and her advancement to the second level, her immortal foundation had undergone refinement, achieving absolute perfection.

"But wait, there's more!" exclaimed Little Rascal as he proudly revealed his demonic foundation. While the cultivation systems of humanity and demons differed, they shared some similarities. Demons, for instance, could innately sense constellations in the heavenly layers and absorb astral energy from them. As their perception grew stronger, they could absorb energy from the same constellation in higher heavenly layers. Upon ascending to immortality, they could establish their own foundations, albeit ones formed from demonic energy.

"Could this group of individuals have cultivated the same secret art?" the crowd wondered aloud as they beheld Little Rascal's flawlessly perfect demonic foundation. The coincidences were too striking to ignore. Could it be that a group of individuals with legendary saint-grade foundations had suddenly emerged?

Regardless of the truth, this group of people had left everyone in awe. The earlier mocking voices had been silenced. Who had claimed that the Thousand Transformations Immortal Sect was overestimating themselves by sending out so many geniuses? They had dispelled every suspicion, doubt, and mockery with the most straightforward manner possible. Just as Qin Wentian had predicted, everyone present would soon become acquainted with the name of the Thousand Transformations Immortal Sect.

Across all the regions of the immortal realms, major powers now acknowledged the Thousand Transformations Immortal Sect in the Eastern Regions. In this generation, their immortal-foundation experts were no less remarkable than the supreme peak powers of the Central Regions, and they even exhibited greater potential.

Qin Wentian, in particular, stood out. Whether in astral souls or immortal foundation, no one could match his prowess.

Upon returning to their original spot, many eyes were fixed upon them. Demonic beasts radiated an eager light, while experts from the Myriad Devil Islands exuded a palpable battle intent, clearly intrigued by the group's combat capabilities. Among the devil-practitioners, several concealed their features behind masks, and Qin Wentian speculated that Mo Xie might be among them.

"Speechless, aren't they?" Jun Mengchen chuckled. He had been suppressing his anger earlier when many had pointed fingers at them. Had Qin Wentian not been so composed, he might have already rushed onto the towering platform. This group of individuals, who had previously looked down on them, had now fallen silent. Jun Mengchen couldn't help but sarcastically add, "You once thought yourselves superior, now you're finding excuses because your astral souls and immortal foundations don't measure up? Truly admirable character. I'm thoroughly impressed."