How Prince Ji Yuan had once mocked and ridiculed Lin Yun as a cripple was still vivid in Lin Yun’s memory.
Even before the millennial celebration officially began, he had deliberately come to Lin Yun’s seat to taunt him, saying that it was he who had caused Lin Yun’s daughter to be replaced and eliminated.
All of this was crystal clear in Lin Yun’s mind.
Lin Yun had always chosen to endure in silence, but today was the day when all the pent-up resentment and anger erupted!
By stepping into immortality, Lin Yun had ruthlessly slapped their faces, making them inwardly shocked and wary of him.
This was far more satisfying than giving them a beating!
After speaking, Lin Yun didn’t wait for a response and turned to leave, leaving Prince Ji Yuan, his face the colour of liver, standing frozen in place.
As Lin Yun continued forward and reached Huo Zhen and Liang Yuan, he stopped again.
“Big Brother! You were absolutely incredible today!”
“Big Brother, this time, you’ve shocked the entire empire, no, the entire continent! I knew you wouldn’t fall just like that!”
Both were brimming with excitement.
“Liang Yuan, Huo Zhen, rest assured, the Dongguo faction will never dare to threaten you again,” Lin Yun said with a smile, patting their shoulders.
Now that Lin Yun had stepped into immortality, with him protecting them, who would dare cause trouble? The Dongguo faction wouldn’t dare either!
An immortal’s reputation carried great weight, and even the Dongguo faction had to give Lin Yun face!
“Mm-hmm!” Both Liang Yuan and Huo Zhen nodded repeatedly.
The threat from the Dongguo faction had indeed been a headache for them, but with Lin Yun stepping into immortality, everything was resolved effortlessly.
“We’ll catch up later. I’ll go see His Majesty first,” Lin Yun said.
With that, Lin Yun headed toward Emperor Huoyun, leaving the stunned Prince Ji Yuan behind.
Soon, Lin Yun reached the emperor.
“Disciple Lin Yun pays respects to Master!” Lin Yun saluted, his voice resonant.
“Lin Yun, you rascal, you really keep quiet until you shock the world! Silent for twenty years, and now you’ve caused such a stir!” Emperor Huoyun said with a smile, full of admiration.
Immortal Bingyi, standing nearby, also smiled and said, “Lin Yun, you hid it well! We had no idea when you detoxified and recovered, nor that you were going to face your tribulation.”
Emperor Huoyun laughed as well, “Lin Yun, if you’d told me you were going to face your tribulation, I could’ve prepared something for you.”
“I didn’t inform you, Master, and I ask for your forgiveness. I was worried that if word got out, someone might sabotage my tribulation. By keeping it secret, with everyone having forgotten me, it was safer,” Lin Yun explained.
“You’ve got a point there. All in all, you’ve given me a huge surprise this time, haha! You always manage to create miracles. Even the Soul-Breaking Toxin couldn’t dim your brilliance,” Emperor Huoyun laughed heartily.
Hearing his master’s praise and laughter, Lin Yun naturally felt delighted.
“By the way, how did you break the Soul-Breaking Toxin? I’m really curious. No one in the entire human race has ever managed to cure it,” Emperor Huoyun asked curiously.
“I went to the Land of Exile and found clues to break it,” Lin Yun explained.
“I see,” Emperor Huoyun nodded in realization.
Then, looking at Lin Yun earnestly, he said, “Lin Yun, these past twenty years, I haven’t paid much attention to you. I’ve failed you as a master.”
“You’re too hard on yourself, Master. I’ve always remembered your kindness to me,” Lin Yun said with a smile.
“Stepping into immortality under the Supreme Golden Thunder Tribulation was no small feat. I congratulate you here first for entering the Immortal Realm and joining the ranks of the pinnacle. In a few days, I’ll present you with a grand gift to celebrate your immortality!” Emperor Huoyun said with a smile.
“Thank you, Master,” Lin Yun bowed.
“After stepping into immortality, it’s time for you to join the Heavenly God Palace. After the Thousand Sects Conference, I’ll pick a day to take you there. The Heavenly God Palace will further refine your skills, and you’ll meet other immortals from the continent. Your cultivation path will enter a brand-new realm,” Emperor Huoyun said.
“I understand,” Lin Yun bowed again.
Lin Yun was naturally filled with anticipation about joining the Heavenly God Palace.
He had long known that all human immortals joined the Heavenly God Palace.
The Heavenly God Palace was like an alliance of the human race’s top powers, and only those who stepped into immortality were qualified to enter.
Every immortal was a vital asset to the human race, and each new immortal was a great boon for humanity.
The Heavenly God Palace surely held many secrets.
Having stepped into immortality, Lin Yun would now access those secrets and witness the true face of the world’s highest echelons.
Wang Shaoqing, standing not far away, saw this scene, and his expression grew even uglier.
He, too, was a disciple of Emperor Huoyun, but the emperor had never spoken to him with such a warm smile, always maintaining a stern demeanor.
“Lin Yun, if the demon race learns that you not only detoxified but also became an immortal, they’ll be furious. This time, your performance has struck a blow to their arrogance!” Emperor Huoyun said with a smile.
“Perhaps. The demon race wanted to destroy me, but it won’t be that easy!” Lin Yun said with a smile.
Then, his gaze sharpened, “And since I’m not dead, I’ll make the demon race pay a heavy price!”
“Come, let’s return to the palace. On this occasion of the millennial celebration, with you having just stepped into immortality, adding a new immortal to our Huoyun Empire, today is a great day. We must celebrate grandly, and the banquet shall continue!” Emperor Huoyun said with a beaming smile.
With that, Emperor Huoyun led the group back to the palace.
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Inside the Heavenly God Palace.
Vice Palace Master Yao had been anxiously waiting.
After all, every new immortal was a rare and precious addition to humanity, and immortals were the key force in countering the demon race.
In the fight against the demon race, immortals were the decisive factor.
At that moment, Vice Palace Master Yao’s communication bracelet buzzed.
It was a message from Emperor Huoyun.
“Vice Palace Master Yao, Lin Yun faced the Supreme Golden Thunder Tribulation.”
Upon receiving this message, Yao’s face changed drastically, “What? Lin Yun triggered the Supreme Golden Thunder Tribulation? Then… doesn’t that mean he’s likely to fail?”
Vice Palace Master Yao knew exactly what the Supreme Golden Thunder Tribulation meant!
“Haha, Vice Palace Master Yao, do you think the Supreme Golden Thunder Tribulation could destroy my prodigy disciple? Lin Yun has successfully crossed the tribulation!” Emperor Huoyun replied with a laugh.
“He succeeded? That guy managed to overcome even the Supreme Golden Thunder Tribulation?” Vice Palace Master Yao was utterly shocked.
Though Yao had previously valued Lin Yun, it was because of his connection to the dragon race.
His understanding of Lin Yun was far less than Emperor Huoyun’s.
At this moment, Yao realized just how dazzling Lin Yun truly was!
“Haha, great! That’s fantastic!” After the shock, Vice Palace Master Yao stood up excitedly, cheering repeatedly.
A new immortal was, of course, great news for the Heavenly God Palace.
“Huoyun, since your disciple has stepped into immortality, bring him to the Heavenly God Palace soon,” Vice Palace Master Yao instructed.
