Translator: Fate Translation Checker: Silavin “Thankfully, the Alliance Leader showed up this time. Otherwise, our Forces alone wouldn’t have been enough to halt the advance of these foreign invaders… Our peaceful lives have made us complacent and weak, lacking a sense of urgency. This calamity should serve as a wake-up call for each and every one of us.” Divine Lights soared into the sky, accompanied by echoes of battle that reverberated throughout the universe. The Star Territories were dyed crimson with spilt blood. The great war had reached its conclusion. Armies led by the Immortal Kings relentlessly pursued and eliminated the remaining armies of the Immortal Spirit Civilisation. Witnessing the tragic scenes unfolding everywhere, the experts within the Prosperous Dao True World could not help but shake their heads and sigh. Countless lives were lost in this battle, leaving no trace behind. Among the fallen were their friends and former foes. Some Forces faced decline and possibly even extinction, requiring millions of years to rebuild themselves. Despite the immense losses, the calamity within the Prosperous Dao True World had finally subsided. Starting from the Boundless Battlefield, numerous universes and worlds surrounding it were shattered and destroyed during the great war. Although the supreme experts of the Immortal Spirit Civilisation had managed to escape, at least seventy percent of their armies remained scattered across various locations. All Forces were mobilizing their people to eradicate them, in hopes of restoring temporary peace. Even so, it would still take some time to track all of them down. At the end of the great war, all Forces had suffered varying degrees of losses and would require a period of time to recuperate. Amidst this war, numerous exceptional prodigies had also emerged, slaying and vanquishing countless invading enemies. This provided some solace amidst the losses for them. “The invaders have been defeated, but there are still many internal issues within the Prosperous Dao True World that need to be addressed.” “Right, some Forces did not even send any troops to fight against the invaders at all. Instead, they backstabbed us in the dark. We must report this matter to the Deputy Alliance Leader and others so that they can take necessary actions against them…” As the leaders of Forces discussed this matter, they could not help but feel a surge of rage. They had deployed the most skilled and experienced members to battle against the enemies on the front lines. Unfortunately, this left the heart of the Prosperous Dao True World vulnerable to opportunistic looting and internal conflicts caused by other Forces. Previously, they were too preoccupied with external threats to address these internal issues. Now that they had some free hands, they must get rid of those internal threats. “The Chosen One also hardly made an appearance during this great war against the foreign invaders. Instead, he used seclusion as an excuse and hid himself on an island, refusing to be disturbed. Our people desperately sought his assistance, only to be injured by his men…” “This incident should also be made known to the Deputy Alliance Leader and the others. While the Chosen One possessed exceptional talent, we must not forget that he has reached his current position with the support of resources from various Forces, including us.” “The initial purpose of supporting the Chosen One was to have him lead us in this calamity and fight against the foreign invaders. However, he turned out to be nothing but a cowardly man. He would not even risk his life while the prodigies from our Forces fought valiantly. He truly doesn’t deserve to be called the Chosen One.” The leaders of many Forces expressed their deep resentment and dissatisfaction towards the actions of the ‘Wang Wushang’, the Chosen One. Although ‘Wang Wushang’ was known for his domineering and powerful personality, he had always been careful not to harm the interests of others. However, his recent behaviour had caused great outrage among others. Instead of sending reinforcements to aid the great war this time, he instead secluded himself with the forces he had gathered solely for his own benefit. He simply stood by and watched as various Forces fought desperately. Despite this, some expressed concerns about the potentially unfavourable outcomes that could arise from taking action against the Chosen One. “The Chosen One was identified by the Alliance Leader himself back then, and he has even bestowed many treasures upon him. Many believe that the Alliance Leader is grooming him to become his Successor. If we were to impeach him in front of the Deputy Alliance Leader and others, what good would it do?” “The Deputy Alliance Leader and others may also be pressured to respect the Alliance Leader and choose to forget this matter.” “The Chosen One has reached the Quasi-Immortal Emperor Realm. It won’t be long before he breaks through to the Immortal Emperor Realm.” “When that happens, even the Deputy Alliance Leader and others will have to be cautious around him. Although this situation is upsetting to us, the potential consequences of offending the Chosen One outweigh any temporary satisfaction. We must consider the future and the possibility of his revenge…” The leaders of various Forces debated this matter, each offering their own perspective. Some wanted to bear it for the time being, as it was not wise to offend ‘Wang Wushang’. They were not afraid of ‘Wang Wushang’ himself, but rather the powerful figure standing behind him. At that moment, a brilliant idea sparked in someone’s mind, their eyes lighting up as they eagerly said, “Speaking of this matter, I believe there may be a solution. We have all witnessed the fearless performance of Lady Xianer and how she broke through in this great war. As long as she can stabilize her Dao Fruit, she can definitely become a Quasi-Immortal Emperor. Not only that, she is as talented as Wang Wushang. She’s young and has achieved all of this through her own efforts. Her potential for the future is definitely even greater than his. Moreover, she has proven herself to be a compassionate and selfless individual, always helping her companions even in the face of danger… In my opinion, she deserves to be the Chosen One of the Heavenslayers Alliance more so than Wang Wushang.” The suggestion immediately caused a huge reaction among the leaders. They turned their attention to this proposition, contemplating its meaning. “Indeed, Lady Xianer possesses a pure heart and is virtuous in every way. She’s the perfect candidate to be the Chosen One of the Heavenslayers Alliance.” The support for Gu Xianer grew, with many expressing their belief that she was far more suitable for the position than ‘Wang Wushang’. The advantages of choosing her outweighed any potential disadvantages. Furthermore, the respect and admiration Gu Xianer had garnered in this battle were undeniable. It was clear that she had the support of countless people. Perhaps the most compelling reason to choose Gu Xianer was her identity. “That’s right, I agree as well. Let’s make Lady Xianer the new Chosen One. If we all agree, then after the great war ends, we’ll unite and impeach Wang Wushang once back at base. I believe the Deputy Alliance Leader and others will also support this decision.” A consensus was quickly reached among the leaders. They would wait until the end of the great war to take action. All of them had endured ‘Wang Wushang’ for long enough and were eagerly anticipating his removal from power. “I guess I finally understand why the Alliance Leader had picked Wang Wushang as the Chosen One back then…” “Hoho, Lady Xianer is naturally the best candidate for the Chosen One.” Deep in the distant universe, Gu Wuwang and Ming were observing them. As the Deputy Alliance Leader, Gu Wuwang did not have much to comment on this, but Ming had long been dissatisfied with ‘Wang Wushang’. In fact, he had been waiting for the right opportunity to act against him. It seemed that the discussions among the leaders were exactly what he had been waiting for. … Meanwhile, Ni Chen remained unaware that the great war outside the Boundless Battlefield was nearing its conclusion. During his critical moment of seizing the Prosperous Dao True World, half of the fourty-nine lamps above his head had extinguished. Although the True Spirit of the Prosperous Dao True World was no longer as connection to the True World, the mark she left behind was not easy to erase. He had underestimated the strength of the True Spirit of the Properous Dao True World. Her power exceeded his expectations. She was comparable to a Dao Realm expert who had transcended their Second Decay Tribulation. He had assumed she would be a lot weaker, given that this was only a Nascent True World. It was only now he realized that this was not the case. The mark she had left behind still held a strong connection to her. “So what if she’s as strong as a Dao Realm expert who has transcended her Second Decay Tribulation? I’m going to erase her mark, no matter what…” A frenzied look appeared on Ni Chen’s face as he bit the tip of his tongue, activating an innate secret technique with his Blood Essence. Soul Mist immediately surged forth, determined to erase the mark. At this point, Ni Chen could no longer afford to worry about the world outside. He focused all his energy and thoughts on this task. Sensing the connection between the True Spirit and the Prosperous Dao True World weakening, he knew that this was a clear indication that the True Spirit was actually very vulnerable right now. If this was not the case, the True Spirit of The Prosperous Dao True World would definitely not sit back and do nothing after sensing someone was attempting to erase her mark. Boom!!! In the obscure depths of the unseen void, the Source Mark left behind by the True Spirit of the Prosperous Dao True World was steadily fading away. The Soul Mist that blanketed Heaven spread out in all directions, trying to extinguish the mark’s light as its eerie howls echoed through the air. Ni Chen’s gaze burned with ambition and unwavering determination as he expelled yet another mouthful of Blood Essence. The billowing Soul Mist thickened once more, roaring like a tumultuous wave, threatening to engulf everything in its path. “Almost there… When I succeed and transform into the new True Spirit of the Prosperous Dao True World, I shall reach the Dao Realm and become truly invincible!” Ni Chen’s eyes blazed with madness. The Soul Lamps above his head flickered rapidly, draining his Life Force with each passing moment. Most of his forty-nine lives had already been consumed, but Ni Chen was undeterred. “Just a little more… I’m almost there.” Ni Chen roared, feeling a mix of excitement and impatience coursing through his veins. He could already sense the immense power that belonged to a True World, surging infinitely. His very existence was undergoing a profound transformation, bringing him closer to the Dao Realm! If one were to observe the Prosperous Dao True World from the outside at this very moment, they would witness an immense and boundless Soul Mist rising from all directions, coming out from an unknown space, aiming to completely envelop this world. These were the meticulous arrangements that Ni Chen had painstakingly prepared over the years, and it was finally coming to fruition in this decisive moment. Rumble! At this very moment, a terrifying sound abruptly thundered in the Boundless Expanse. A bolt of lightning, intertwined with the Great Dao, Celestial Light, primordial aura, and Nine-coloured Chaos Qi descended upon the Prosperous Dao True World with an overwhelming force, as if it had cleaved through time itself. This lightning carried the energy of absolute destruction. Around it, countless worlds were born and obliterated, revealing a horrifying spectacle of a universal collapse. The moment it descended, the boundless Soul Mist sizzled and evaporated like snow under the scorching Sun. “Ah…!” Ni Chen never anticipated that, in this critical moment, a destructive Chaos Lightning would strike, obliterating all vitality and severing his last glimmer of hope. A miserable cry escaped his lips as he jolted, expelling several mouthfuls of blood. His lives quickly dissipated, and his few remaining Soul Lamps were immediately extinguished. Consumed by anger, frustration and disbelief, Ni Chen severed the connection of his Souls moments before his final Soul Lamp was extinguished and managed to preserve his last life. Even so, a trace of energy of absolute destruction descended upon him by following his Souls. Crack!!! Ni Chen clearly heard a crisp crackling sound coming from his Quasi-Immortal Emperor Dao Fruit. A wisp of ominous black energy wrapped around it. Deep cracks spread across its surface, threatening to shatter at any moment. “Irreversible damage to my Dao… How did that happen?” In the hall, Niche’s eyes turned bloodshot as he stared at the sight before him in disbelief. He had meticulously planned every step, leaving no room for error. He was perplexed as to why he encountered the rare Chaos Lightning, a Divine Retribution, during such a crucial moment. “WHY?! WHY?! WHY!?” He roared through his clenched teeth in agony. His eyes were red and he was clenching his fists so tightly that his knuckles turned white. He simply could not understand why that happened. As a member of the Deep Control Clan, the art of possession was an innate talent bestowed upon them by Heaven. He could not understand why he, as someone who had not followed the traditional cultivation path to the Dao Realm, was subjected to Heavenly Tribulation. The Chaos Lightning was not to be underestimated, even by those who had attained the Dao Realm. To think that with just a trace of Dao Realm aura, he had brought upon himself its wrath. “No, that Tribulation was not meant for me. Who was it meant for? Could it be that this was a calamity meant for the True Spirit of the Prosperous Dao True World, and I had merely been caught in the crossfire?” Ni Chen pondered, his mind racing with possibilities. The thought filled him with an overwhelming sense of frustration and anger. His plan to seize the Prosperous Dao True World had failed. Not only had he lost forty-eight precious lives, but his Quasi-Immortal Emperor Dao Fruit had also suffered irreversible damage.