135: Crossing the Nascent Soul Tribulation

As lightning tore through the night, Situ Jun snapped his eyes open. Deep within his dark purple pupils, a starlight-like glow swirled, looking like two mini suns suddenly lighting up the deep mountain cave.

At his Dantian, a three-inch Nascent Soul sat cross-legged at the center of a cyclone, surrounded by phantoms of a Dragon and Phoenix. Every breath drew in Heaven and Earth Spiritual Qi like a hundred rivers returning to the sea.

He took a deep breath, feeling the vast, sea-like power surging through his Meridians.

The brand-new power made his blood boil, and a surge of heroic pride soared straight to the Nine Heavens.

"Heavenly Tribulation? Come! I'll use your lightning to temper my newly born Nascent Soul body!"

Before his voice faded, he had already turned into a streak of light, flashing out of the cave and standing firmly atop the mountain peak.

Situ Jun roared toward the sky, his voice shaking the surroundings.

His Aura surged as he actively triggered the Heavenly Tribulation.

Instantly, dark clouds filled the sky, lightning flashed, and thunder roared as a terrifying pressure enveloped the entire mountain range.

Boom!

Crack—!

The first bolt of purple-black Lightning Tribulation, as thick as a bucket and carrying an Aura of destruction, tore through the Void Realm like a spear of divine punishment and struck down fiercely!

Situ Jun did not dodge. His Nascent Soul power surged, and the sounds of Dragon roars and Phoenix cries echoed through the valley!

He swung his fist, the Dragon and Phoenix phantoms condensing on it as his surging Dragon-Phoenix true essence erupted like a river breaking a dam.

"Shatter for me!"

With a thunderous shout, he punched toward the world-destroying lightning.

The Lightning Tribulation collided with his fist, erupting in a blinding light.

Having just withstood a bolt of Lightning Tribulation, Situ Jun was covered in electrical sparks, yet his Aura grew even stronger.

Feeling the numbness in his body, he frowned slightly, then the corner of his mouth curled into a cold, domineering arc.

Looking up at the tribulation clouds rolling and roaring at the ceiling of the Secret Realm, brewing an even more terrifying second bolt, there was no fear in his eyes, only endless sharpness and anticipation.

"Come! Let this Heavenly Tribulation be more violent! Once my Nascent Soul reaches Major Achievement, all the monsters and demons of the Northern Frontier will be reduced to ashes!"

He let out a long cry and actively met the magnificent heavenly might tearing through the sky!

Atop the mountain peak, the heavenly might was vast!

The second, the third... a total of nine purple-black bolts of Lightning Tribulation, each thicker and more violent than the last, poured down like the Nine Heavens' Milky Way, frantically striking Situ Jun!

Situ Jun was like a reef in a raging sea, or a divine Phoenix reborn from the flames!

He no longer just faced it head-on but pushed the Dragon-Phoenix Grand Derivation True Scripture to its limit. His newly born Nascent Soul also formed hand seals within his Dantian, drawing upon the ice and fire power of heaven and earth!

"Chaos Divine Body, protect my golden body!"

"Dragon-Phoenix true essence, condense my Dharma Idol!"

"Lightning power, temper my Nascent Soul!"

He roared repeatedly, his voice shaking the Nine Heavens! Golden light, red flames, and lightning fire intertwined around him, forming a magnificent and shocking scene.

At times he transformed into a true Dragon, tumbling and fighting in the sea of lightning, tearing the thunder apart; at times he spread his wings as a heavenly Phoenix, burning the malice of the Lightning Tribulation with Nirvana fire; at other times, he drew Heaven and Earth Spiritual Qi to condense a crystal-clear spiritual armor on his body to withstand the lightning strikes!

Every strike of the Lightning Tribulation shattered his surface defenses, tearing his skin and flesh, even exposing his white bones!

But the secret techniques of the Dragon-Phoenix Grand Derivation True Scripture were operating frantically. Vast life force and Dragon-Phoenix true essence quickly repaired his injured body. Under the repeated tempering of lightning, ice, and fire, his new flesh and bones became tougher and stronger, faintly emitting a jade-like luster!

The Nascent Soul figure in his Dantian also became more solid and transparent under the baptism of lightning. When its eyes opened and closed, streaks of electricity actually flashed through!

This was extreme pain, but also a sharp transformation of his life level!

When the final bolt—the thickest purple-gold divine lightning that almost turned the entire mountain range into daylight—crashed down, an unprecedented brilliance erupted in Situ Jun's eyes!

"Break!"

He stopped defending and instead pushed his Nascent Soul power and Physical Body power to the limit. He turned into a gold-red streak of light charging upward, actively crashing into the world-destroying lightning pillar!

BOOM—!!!!

An indescribable roar echoed through the entire mountain range. Peaks for dozens of miles shook violently, and countless rocks tumbled down! A terrifying shockwave swept through everything!

Wherever it passed, trees fell, leaves flew, and dust filled the air!

When the light faded...

Situ Jun's figure reappeared. He floated in mid-air, his body charred and his clothes in tatters, but a vast and deep Aura that stood above all living beings—like a sleeping Dragon awakening—suddenly spread out!

The charred skin on his body quickly peeled off, revealing the new, glass-like jade skin underneath.

Within his Dantian, the three-inch Nascent Soul sat cross-legged, crystal clear and radiating precious light, exuding an immortal and indestructible charm!

His spiritual sense quickly transformed into Divine Sense. His perception became further and stronger, as if seeing with his own eyes.

Early Stage Nascent Soul, Major Achievement!

[Ding! Congratulations to the Host for successfully crossing the Nine-Fold Nascent Soul Heavenly Tribulation! Cultivation is stabilized at the Early Stage Nascent Soul!]

[Ding! Rewarding the Host with the Elementary Indestructible Dragon-Phoenix Body, making the Physical Body strength comparable to a Middle Stage Nascent Soul Magic Treasure!]

[Ding! Obtained a gift from the Heavenly Tribulation: a wisp of 'Destruction Lightning Source' (integrating it into a Nascent Soul/Magic Treasure can increase its power; it contains fragments of the Law of Destruction)!]

[Ding! Congratulations to the Host for increasing the number of servants to 40, with 28 more available.]

[Ding! This reward is an advance reward from the System intended to protect the Host's safety. Therefore, the next two new Dao Companions the Host takes in will not grant rewards.]

"Phew..."

Situ Jun let out a long breath of turbid air. This breath actually carried tiny electric arcs, shattering a rock in front of him.

Feeling the vast true essence surging within him—a hundred times that of the Golden Core Stage—and the Nascent Soul that was connected to his mind and seemed to possess infinite power, a sense of heroic pride in controlling heaven and earth arose.

With a thought, his Nascent Soul power connected with heaven and earth, and Situ Jun's figure instantly merged into the Void Realm!

Shrinking the Earth into Inches!

The spatial displacement that is the hallmark of a Nascent Soul expert!

After testing his newly acquired power, Situ Jun appeared silently above the Northern Frontier City Lords Mansion.

The next moment, with a flash, he stood firmly in that spring-like bedroom... Because of the shock from Situ Jun's cultivation pressure that day in Northern Frontier City, those with restless intentions had been quiet for a few days, all fearing to offend this "suddenly appeared" high-level Cultivator in the Northern Frontier.

However, a few days later.

Mysterious forces at the border of the Northern Frontier seemed to be constantly gathering, showing signs of an imminent invasion.

The commoners in the city were also in a state of panic, and business in the market had become much quieter.

That day, Situ Jun was in the Northern Frontier City Lords Mansion discussing border issues with Zhu Changpo and Wang Decai when a guard suddenly reported that the Head of the Wang Family requested an audience.

Situ Jun frowned slightly, unconsciously rubbing the jade pendant at his waist. He thought to himself: Why is the Head of the Wang Family here now? What tricks does he have this time?

"Let him in."

He ordered in a flat tone.

Wang Xuanyang walked into the meeting hall, wearing a brocade robe embroidered with dark gold cloud patterns. He had a respectful smile on his face, but his eyes faintly revealed an undetectable trace of arrogance.

"City Lord, please forgive Wang for the intrusion."

He said with a slight bow.

Situ Jun smiled slightly, picked up the teacup on the table, took a sip, and said:

"Please sit, Head of the Wang Family. I wonder what brings you here today?"

His voice was gentle but contained hidden pressure.

The Head of the Wang Family cleared his throat, straightened his back, and said:

"My concubine, Jiang Qingwan, has been nagging in the estate for many days. I came today to take her back to the Wang family. What does the City Lord think?"

His words seemed like an inquiry, but they actually carried a hint of testing.

Hearing this, Situ Jun sneered in his heart.

This Head of the Wang Family had previously used Jiang Qingwan to entice him into taking the chamber of commerce documents. Now he had the nerve to mention she was his concubine?

"The Head of the Wang Family must be joking. Madam Jiang's departure or stay is not for me to manage. This City Lord is occupied with a myriad of affairs; how would I have time to manage your family matters? Please do as you wish."

He spoke unhurriedly, his tone carrying an unquestionable detachment.

The Head of the Wang Family's expression changed slightly, but he quickly returned to normal.

"With the City Lord's words, I am relieved. It seems Qingwan gets along well with the other ladies in the estate, so let her stay for a few more days. Wang shall take his leave."

Wang Xuanyang said, cupped his hands, and left, though his expression was somewhat unsightly.

After the Head of the Wang Family left, Situ Jun's eyes narrowed, a cold light swirling in his pupils.

Zhu Changpo frowned, his long saber at his waist slightly unsheathed. He said in a deep voice:

"My Lord, he is so arrogant. Why don't I just eliminate him?"

Wang Decai also nodded in agreement:

"Indeed, My Lord. According to our spies' reports over the past few days, the Wang family's recent movements are very suspicious."

Situ Jun pondered for a moment, looking out the window at the cloudy sky, and said:

"I already knew. Wang Xuanyang took benefits to work for an unknown force, likely wanting to create chaos in the Northern Frontier. I am now a Nascent Soul Cultivator and no longer fear these clowns. Changpo, return to the mine and keep an eye on things. Decai, strengthen the surveillance on the Wang family. If you find any unusual movements, report to me immediately."

His voice was steady but carried an unquestionable authority.

The two took their orders and left.

Watching their departing figures, Situ Jun stood with his hands behind his back, a look of contemplation flashing in his eyes.

He had just used the 'Eye of Detection' to look at Wang Xuanyang; he was not worth worrying about.

He knew well that with his cultivation greatly increased, the storms in Northern Frontier City could no longer cause trouble.

What he cared about now was how to govern the Northern Frontier after pacifying it, so that this land, which had suffered so much from war, could become prosperous again.