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Chapter 8: Xia Tian Leaves Tang Valley, Arriving at the Heavenly Court and the Lingxiao Palace
Despite his formidable spiritual abilities, Xia Tian could only observe a limited area of the Primordial Chaos—a few tens of millions of kilometres at best. Compared to the boundless expanse of the Primordial Chaos, even trillions of light-years were akin to a speck of dust.
The enormity of the Primordial Chaos was beyond imagination, encompassing infinite dimensions, countless timelines, and unending worlds. A vast multiverse spanning billions of light-years paled in comparison to the high-configuration version of the Primordial Chaos, which Xia Tian now traversed.
Though his inherited memories had prepared him for the majesty of this realm, experiencing it firsthand left Xia Tian awestruck.
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Having stepped beyond Tang Valley, Xia Tian remained within the boundaries of the Heavenly Court. The valley, situated in the Celestial Realm, was still a part of the broader domain controlled by the demon clan.
His immediate goal was to deliver the Primordial Purple Qi to Emperor Jun and Taiyi, but Xia Tian had already resolved to explore the greater Primordial Chaos afterward. First, however, he needed to strengthen his cultivation, reach the Golden Immortal Realm, and fully master his powers.
Unlike the original Golden Crow prince, Xia Tian bore no condescension toward others. His unique perspective as a transmigrator granted him a sense of humility rare among the royal progeny of the demon clan.
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With a resounding crack, Xia Tian tore through the void and arrived at the Heavenly Court.
The splendour of the realm unfolded before him—a boundless sea of clouds filled with floating pavilions, celestial palaces, and radiant halls. Beams of golden light intertwined with iridescent rays, creating an ethereal vista of divine majesty.
At the centre of this resplendent scene stood the Lingxiao Palace, an enormous structure that exuded supreme authority. The name “凌霄宝殿” (Lingxiao Palace) was inscribed above its gates in characters brimming with unparalleled power, each word capable of obliterating entire worlds.
As Xia Tian made his way toward the palace, demon clan members he encountered along the way bowed deeply.
“Greetings, Crown Prince.”
“Welcome, Your Highness.”
“Salutations, Great Prince.”
The respect shown to Xia Tian was genuine, though tinged with confusion. Unlike his arrogant siblings, Xia Tian conducted himself with humility, returning each greeting with equal courtesy.
The demon warriors and attendants were astonished. The once overbearing and condescending Golden Crow princes had never displayed such manners. Many speculated that the eldest prince had undergone a profound change in personality, perhaps even a transformation of character.
Upon reaching the Lingxiao Palace, Xia Tian beheld its towering grandeur. Its vastness was overwhelming, exuding an air of invincibility. Without hesitation, he stepped inside.
Within the hall, dozens of figures stood in two orderly rows. At the pinnacle of the chamber, seated upon thrones that emanated cosmic power, were Emperor Jun and Taiyi, their forms shrouded in the brilliance of the Great Luo Realm. Behind them, chaotic halos revealed glimpses of infinite timelines and dimensions, their very presence shaping the fabric of existence.
The gathered assembly comprised the elite of the demon clan. The weakest among them were Innate Dao Lords, while those at the forefront—including Fuxi and Kunpeng—were at the peak of the Great Luo Realm. Other prominent figures, such as the demon saints Bai Ze and Ji Meng, exuded equally formidable auras.
Xia Tian’s attention turned to Emperor Jun and Taiyi, his nominal father and uncle, respectively. These two figures, the supreme rulers of the demon clan and architects of the Heavenly Court, were also among the most powerful beings in the Primordial Chaos.
The atmosphere in the hall was tense as Emperor Jun addressed the gathered elites.
“The Primordial Purple Qi held by Hongyun must be acquired,” he declared. “Now that Hongyun has left Wuzhuang Temple, the opportunity is ripe. Prepare yourselves.”
The assembly nodded in agreement, their expressions resolute. Yet, amidst the consensus, Kunpeng’s face darkened.
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Kunpeng’s heart burned with rage and frustration. He had long considered the Primordial Purple Qi in Hongyun’s possession to be his. Now, the involvement of Emperor Jun and Taiyi threatened to upend his plans.
While Kunpeng harboured ambitions of seizing the Purple Qi for himself, he was powerless to defy the rulers of the Heavenly Court. Taiyi’s strength, bolstered by the Chaos Bell, placed him among the most formidable beings in existence.
Kunpeng clenched his fists, suppressing his bitterness. For now, he could only endure and await his chance.