Chapter 1157: Sun and Moon Shine Together
In the Luoyu Immortal Palace, another month passed by with Tangyu and the others focusing primarily on cultivation. The benefits gained from the endeavor under the well were also being absorbed by Tangyu and his companions.
After Sun Wukong consumed that Immortal Peach, his power indeed soared, but not as astonishingly as one might think. He didn't advance to the Zifu Realm, nor did he reach the eighth or ninth layer of the Golden Core Realm. He only advanced to the Golden Core Seventh Layer. Such results seemed rather ordinary. After all, it was a middle-grade immortal treasure, yet it only raised Sun Wukong from the Golden Core Third Layer to the Golden Core Seventh Layer, merely a four-layer advancement, which fell short of expectations.
Of course, aiming to directly ascend from the Golden Core Third Layer to the Zifu Realm is too difficult and unlikely. Originally, there was hope to reach the Golden Core Ninth Layer directly, but it turned out to be merely the Golden Core Seventh Layer.
This outcome left Sun Wukong a bit dissatisfied as he grimaced, "I really thought it was something great, yet it just elevated me by four small realms, feeling like my strength hasn't increased much."
Hearing such words from Tangyu, Tangyu almost wanted to punch him, but suppressed the thought. Now, he was probably no match for this monkey. Golden Core Seventh Layer, coupled with Sun Wukong's astonishing strike, could certainly kill a weaker Zifu Realm practitioner. Sun Wukong's current strength was many times greater than when they arrived. Such a speed of enhancement can only be described as terrifying.
Xuanyuan Wushang and Pan Chenyu also familiarized themselves with the daoist artifacts they obtained, which would obviously become their trump cards.
For Tangyu, there wasn't much to adapt to. Tangyu counted the number of Purple Sun Pills in the Purple Gourd, surprisingly having forty-nine in total, each of which could create a Zifu Realm. With the quantity of Purple Sun Pills in Tangyu's possession, he could create forty-nine Zifu Realm practitioners. Such a number is indeed terrifying. Even a top-tier Immortal Sect might not possess so many Zifu Realms.
Of course, only those of the Golden Core Ninth Layer can ascend to the Zifu Realm; other realms surely cannot.
There aren't many Golden Core Realm Ninth Layer cultivators who can be recruited for personal use.
To speak of it, the biggest gain this time was surely Tangyu's. Although Sun Wukong obtained an Immortal Peach of middle-grade treasure, the actual benefit was merely elevating him to the Golden Core Seventh Layer.
"Hmm, what's that over there? Sun and Moon Shine Together? How could there be a sun and moon in Luoyu Immortal Palace?" Tangyu's gaze suddenly glanced toward the far-off sky, seeing both a blazing sun and a bright moon hanging in the air, the sun and moon shining together, lighting up the heavens, presenting a spectacular scene. However, the sun and moon weren't high up; they seemed only a few thousand feet high, yet their radiance was ten thousand feet dazzling, making it hard for one's eyes to stay open.
The sun and moon shining together is an anomaly, significant and extraordinary.
Xuanyuan Wushang said, "Sun and Moon Shine Together, another spectacle of Luoyu Palace Immortal, 'Sun and Moon Illuminate.' Let's go over and take a look. It's time for us to gain another fortune."
The four of Tangyu swiftly approached that area beneath the sun and moon, feeling as though they'd entered a massive furnace. The enveloping radiance imparted a terrifying sense of pressure, like a colossal mountain crashing down upon them. For weaker individuals, the pressure from this glow alone was enough to slay them. Typically, those within the Golden Core Realm wouldn't manage to stand here.
At this moment, there were also dozens of individuals present.
However, everyone seemed to be waiting for something, each person poised and ready, gripping weapons in their hands with an overwhelming battle spirit.
Tangyu glanced at everyone, then up at the sun and moon in the sky, slightly furrowing his brows, and looked questioningly at Xuanyuan Wushang, who had profound knowledge of the situation inside Luoyu Immortal Palace. He served as Tangyu and the others' guide, naturally making him the person to ask about any issues.
Xuanyuan Wushang said, "It's said that this Sun and Moon Illuminate descends radiant light periodically, and this light is extremely dangerous. Ascending against it, as long as the light is broken through, one can touch the sun and moon, extracting their essence, which not only aids in enlightenment but also grants abundant Immortal Qi for rapid realm enhancement. Sun and Moon Light, if anyone can touch that space between them, they will greatly profit, enough to elevate one or two minor realms."
"Our realms are relatively weak, so this is a great opportunity for us. If we can stand in between that sun and moon, it could significantly enhance our realms. That would also give us more confidence to traverse Luoyu Immortal Palace. Although our strength is quite formidable now, there are surely many inside Luoyu Immortal Palace stronger than us. This place undoubtedly gathers a terrifying batch of talented individuals. Training here for a few years will make one's strength formidable."
"As far as I know, there are some extremely frightening presences in Luoyu Immortal Palace currently. We might provoke them; hence, we must prepare. Also, the people of Hongchen Palace are lurking in the shadows, waiting to strike at us without any warning."
Tangyu curled his mouth, "Let's fight then. If there's a chance, we must seize it."
"Yes, let's prepare and wait. Once the light descends, we'll rush in with all our might. Whoever reaches the center of that sun and moon first will benefit from it." Xuanyuan Wushang nodded.
Tangyu moved his hand, gripping the Pangu Axe and Yu Guang Sword, ready for battle.
On the other hand, Sun Wukong glanced around curiously, a mischievous demeanor akin to the Sun Wukong from Earth.
Buzz——
Suddenly, a mass of vast white light sprayed out from the sun and moon, descending like immortal might. The oppressive force here, already formidable, amplified tenfold with the emergence of this light, becoming even more terrifying.
Immortal Might descended from the heavens, and the horrifying oppressive force surged forth.
"Kill!"
"Charge!"
As the light emerged, silhouettes rushed forward eagerly; this was a rare opportunity, like thousands crossing a single-log bridge — whoever charges ahead first will naturally reap the greatest benefits.
Boom—
Crack!!!
"Get out of the way!"
Dozens of figures leapt into the sky, each emitting flashes of light. With everyone attacking, the battle erupted immediately. Terrifying might was unleashed, filling the void of ten thousand feet in an attempt to obliterate it all. These dozens were all formidable, their attacks awe-inspiring, as if to destroy heaven and earth.
Among them were some extremely formidable cultivators capable of wielding power comparable to the Golden Core Realm Ninth Layer.
The four, including Tangyu, moved as well. Sun Wukong led the charge, battle intent high; the Jingu Bang in his hand struck a formidable blow, splitting the heavens and shining with the sun and moon. His strike caused mountains to crumble, the sky to darken, sweeping an area clean. Several cultivators who failed to evade perished under Sun Wukong's rod.
Xuanyuan Wushang's Xuanyuan Sword Technique was lethal, forcing everyone back from him. On Tangyu's side, the third strike of the Pangu Nine Axes swept through, clearing a path.
With one assault, corpses fell, very tragic. These were masters, yet perished without a word.
As Tangyu and the others acted, the battlefield turned chaotic, instilling fear in everyone as all eyes turned to them.
"Terrifying, what is this power?"
"Bad, trouble's here, retreat quickly, can't engage them head-on."
"Where did these four come from, how are they so strong?"
Among the crowd were cultivators at the Golden Core Ninth Layer, faces grim. The impact from Tangyu and the others was immense.
Clearing the way, the four charged towards the light; if broken, one could climb between the sun and moon, obtaining dense immortal power to elevate their realm — truly a significant opportunity.
"Can't let them succeed, let's attack together, stop them." A voice suddenly rang out.
The voice immediately found support.
"Yes, stop them. We've waited long, can't let them take advantage, let's unite to block them."
"Kill them, dare to snatch from us!"
"Xuanyuan Sword Technique, Pangu Nine Axes, it's the Xuanyuan Clan and Jiuzhou Immortal Sect, and a monkey. Let's go out, or they'll seize the opportunity."
"Hmph, everyone attack, kill!"
These people quickly unified, aiming to strike against Tangyu and his group. Here, there were over forty people. So many cultivators joining forces posed a serious threat. After all, no weaklings were present. Indeed, some extremely formidable ones were there, all above the Golden Core Sixth Layer.
Tangyu's brow furrowed; facing so many at once required caution despite some superiority in individual combat.
"Pan Chenyu, stay in the middle with us; don't confront them head-on," Tangyu instructed, as Pan Chenyu was the weakest and couldn't withstand a direct assault.
Pan Chenyu understood the danger, and quickly nodded.
Sun Wukong's battle spirit exploded, grinning widely: "Heh, dare to block my way? Come on, I fear none. Heh, if it's a fight you want, let's enjoy it thoroughly. Come, quick, show me how strong you really are."
Xuanyuan Wushang's brows furrowed slightly, fully vigilant, without any carelessness.