Senior Sisters, I Don’t Want To Work Hard Anymore

Chapter 53: Luck Transcending Tribulation

Jade Drop Divine Temple, capital of the Tapir Spirit Immortal Dynasty.

In the gloomy and dark underground maze, the Supreme Elder Li Qingtian walked expressionlessly ahead, hands behind his back, at a steady pace.

The Lord of the Immortal Dynasty, Li Shixun, followed cautiously, his expression slightly uneasy. The heavy footsteps echoed in the space.

Having failed twice in their secret operations against the Cloud Dream Heavenly Palace, not only did they lose a lot of resources, but their important target had returned to the sect's main altar for closed-door cultivation. It was estimated that they wouldn't appear again for a long time, and they had lost the opportunity to continue their efforts.

Even if Elder Li Qingtian was arrogant and domineering, he didn't think he had the ability to cause trouble at the main altar of the Cloud Dream Heavenly Palace and still be able to escape unscathed. He would definitely be beaten up by those women and lose his way.

Without obtaining the suitable "materials," his beloved daughter would not be able to undergo a transformation and change her destiny. The marriage alliance with the Deputy Sect Master of the Bright Moon Sword Sect would become an empty promise, and the strategic alliance plan behind it was even more out of the question.

Because of this, Elder Li Qingtian had been in a bad mood lately. He had beaten several of his favored concubines half to death over trivial matters, and even Li Shixun trembled in fear every day when he came to pay his respects, afraid of being used as a punching bag.

However, the matter still needed to be dealt with. It couldn't just be left alone. That's why Elder Li brought his junior to this underground maze today.

After an unknown amount of time, two tightly closed heavy stone doors appeared at the end of the passage. They were covered with flowing spiritual runes, and a majestic spiritual pressure rushed towards them. Two sturdy Dao soldiers stood on either side of the stone doors, holding long halberds, their eyes flickering with crimson light.

Li Qingtian took out a jade talisman and skillfully closed the formation, opening the door. As the stone doors slowly separated from the middle and receded into the wall, the scene inside the door finally appeared before Li Shixun's eyes.

"Ancestor, what is this...?"

After seeing the situation inside, Li Shixun's expression was puzzled and fearful. It was his first time entering this place.

In the space of about a hundred zhang, there were dozens of prison cells, all made of solid spirit gold material. Countless intricate light runes could be seen on the surface, and with Li Shixun's eyesight, it was not difficult to discern that they all had effects such as weakness, imprisonment, sleep, and spirit suppression.

In each prison cell, there was a young cultivator, both male and female, both human and non-human, totaling thirty-one.

Their common characteristic was that they were young and had excellent aptitude. Placed in those super sects, they were at least the level of elite core disciples. In fact, many of these beings did come from those super sects.

"These goods were 'hunted' by me unintentionally during my travels in the Extreme Void Starry Sky."

Li Qingtian's eyes were cold, and his tone was indifferent as he explained, "Compared to those rare and exotic beasts, the value of these young talents is even more precious. Whether it's extracting their souls to refine Law Treasures or selling them to those demonic powerhouses with special needs, there are considerable benefits to be gained."

"..."

Li Shixun didn't know what to say. As an emperor, he naturally had seen a lot of bloody and dark things, but he never expected that his own ancestor would do such things and treat them as commonplace.

Judging from the attire of these prisoners, most of them came from orthodox sects, and a few of them had a good relationship with the Jade Drop Divine Temple.

In the Extreme Void Starry Sky, the Jade Drop Divine Temple was recognized as one of the nine major sects of the Dao, with a good reputation. They had always been mortal enemies with those demonic and non-human forces, and conflicts would occasionally erupt.

But now, Li Qingtian's actions were no different from those demonic powerhouses. He secretly abducted outstanding talents from other forces for his own benefit. If this scene were exposed, his reputation as a sect leader would be ruined.

Of course, with Li Qingtian's character, he didn't care about his reputation at all. The only trouble he might face would be the blame and retaliation from the high-level members of those forces.

"Ancestor, are you suggesting...?"

Li Shixun steadied his mind and asked cautiously. Among these elite geniuses, there were a few female disciples with good aptitude and potential replacements?

Li Qingtian sighed and said in a low voice, "That girl from the Cloud Dream Heavenly Palace is worth more than all the goods here combined. If this matter succeeds, your daughter will not only marry the Deputy Sect Master of the Bright Moon Sword Sect, but she will also be qualified to become the wife of the future head of that Supreme sect. Unfortunately... it's a pity..."

"Now that time is pressing, we can only make do with a mediocre solution for now. As for the rest of the goods, I will send them all to the important figures of the Palace of Calamitous Fate. With this generous gift, we can ask them to think of other ways and give us some extra care."

"The wise ancestor."

Li Shixun said in a proper manner, and his terrifying speculation was finally confirmed: it turns out that the Palace of Calamitous Fate is not a group of righteous individuals either. They are best at divining fate and manipulating luck. It goes without saying what kind of tragic fate awaits those goods that are considered generous gifts to them.

"However,"

Li Qingtian changed the subject, "Cloud Dream Heavenly Palace has ruined my plan. This matter cannot be left like this. In the next hundred years, I will not let go of any disciples or followers of theirs! Hmph! I want to see what those women can do to me."

Li Shixun sighed silently. Even though Cloud Dream Heavenly Palace is not as strong as before, there are still several powerful individuals supporting them in the Grotto-Heaven realm. Even though the ancestor's cultivation is nearing the peak of the Great Dao, can he withstand being surrounded and killed by them if it were to happen?

However, he was just a lowly person and dared not speak up to advise. He could only hope that the outcome of future events would not be as bad as he speculated.

...

Cloud Dream Heavenly Palace, the main hall.

In the secluded Cave Mansion of the Supreme Elder Yueyi Tianjun, a masked young girl in a delicate and graceful figure respectfully bowed to the majestic figure on the high platform.

On the nearby table and floor, various boxes and cases were piled up, colorful and full of spiritual energy. These were carefully selected gifts brought by her to pay respects to Tianjun.

Even though he is a senior of their own sect, when seeking help, one cannot come empty-handed. This is an established custom, especially since this matter is of great importance.

"Luo Huan, what are you trying to do?"

After a while, a round and elegant voice came from above.

"I ask Tianjun to make a decision for this junior," the girl named Luo Huan said softly, "I have been stuck at the peak of the Destiny Realm for many years. I feel that my aptitude is limited and my luck is insufficient. Therefore..."

"You want me to take action and protect you during the Transcending Tribulation?"

"Exactly, I ask Tianjun to pity the difficulties of my cultivation and help me through this. Luo Huan is extremely grateful!"

To achieve Immortal Transformation and Immortal Ascension, the heavenly tribulation that descends from the heavens is an unavoidable death hurdle. Countless talented cultivators have perished at this crucial step, struck down by the terrifying heavenly tribulation.

Even if a cultivator transcending the tribulation has a powerful Law Treasure and the protection of a senior, there is no guarantee of success. However, at least there is a glimmer of hope.

Yueyi Tianjun fell silent for a while and said, "When I calculated your path to achievement back then, I found that your aptitude was passable and you were willing to work hard. Unfortunately, your blessings are shallow and luck is lacking. If you don't have any special encounters in this lifetime, the Destiny Realm will be your limit! Even if I am willing to help, there is no guarantee of success."

"If you want to pass this hurdle, you can only rely on that person's help. If you can establish a close relationship with him, such as becoming sworn siblings or even cultivating together as Dao companions, connecting your fates, then you can borrow some of his luck and safely overcome this tribulation!"

"..."

(End of this chapter)