Free Web NovelChapter 673: Chapter 39: Thunder Pool Advancement, Great Cultivator True Monarch Profound Thunder! (Part 2)
With a flick of his lips, a two-inch-sized square stone platform flew out; it was Zhou Xun’s lifebound magical treasure, the Thunder Pool.
Zhou Xun took a deep breath and waved his right hand, opening one of the jade boxes with an invisible power.
In an instant, a cluster of blue-purple thunder element power appeared before him, with thunder arcs flashing around, expanding in all directions,
and in a moment,
the entire cultivation room transformed into a world of lightning.
Seeing this, Zhou Xun quickly formed seals with both hands, sending spirit light onto it,
guiding the thunder element power to slowly wrap around the Thunder Pool.
The Thunder Pool trembled slightly, generating a very powerful suction, incessantly absorbing the thunder element power.
As the thunder element power kept pouring in, subtle changes began to occur on the surface of the Thunder Pool.
The previously somewhat dim thunder patterns became increasingly bright,
Zhou Xun extended his left hand, gently stroking the surface of the Thunder Pool, feeling its changes, and couldn’t help but feel a hint of joy in his heart,
"It indeed works, but I wonder how much thunder element power it will consume!"
Soon, this cluster of thunder element power was completely absorbed, and Zhou Xun opened another jade box without hesitation, continuing the sacrificial refining.
The entire cultivation room was shrouded in a powerful thunderous aura, which was so oppressive that it was almost suffocating.
With the passage of time, Zhou Xun repeatedly performed this action,
opening one jade box after another,
until the essence of the Tier Three Thunder Element Spirit was exhausted, followed by the two Tier Four Thunder Element Powers.
By this time, the Thunder Pool emitted a dazzling white light, fully filled with thunder element power, nearly reaching its limit.
Zhou Xun’s hands formed seals continuously, striking at the Thunder Pool,
he could feel the power of the Thunder Pool constantly strengthening, its aura growing increasingly formidable.
Like this, time passed day by day,
half a year flew by,
suddenly,
on this day, the Thunder Pool let out a deep and forceful roar.
Then it burst forth with an unprecedented dazzling light, like a brilliant star, captivating and mesmerizing.
Before long,
the light gradually faded, and the Thunder Pool quietly floated there, emanating a powerful and steady aura.
At this moment, Zhou Xun knew,
the Thunder Pool had successfully advanced to a high-grade magical treasure!
Zhou Xun carefully sensed the changes in the Thunder Pool,
seeing that its surface had a few more strokes of thunder patterns than before, extremely mysterious!
"Finally succeeded, with this high-grade magical treasure Thunder Pool, the nurturing speed of the Thunder Seed will also increase significantly, and its power will once again be enhanced!"
Zhou Xun had a feeling that if he encountered the Thousand Crabs Demon Emperor again, he would surely be able to suppress him!
Even when facing a Great Cultivator, he might be just a step behind!
Zhou Xun nodded in satisfaction and stored the Thunder Pool inside his body.
After completing these tasks, Zhou Xun stood up and walked out of the door of the cultivation room.
He entered the hall, prepared a cup of Snow Moon Tea, and drank it in solitude.
...
At this moment, the Red Noon Demon Emperor suddenly came over,
"Greetings, Lord, congratulations on your successful cultivation!" Spirit Turtle Red Noon entered and immediately cupped his hands in congratulation.
"Is there something?" Zhou Xun asked.
"As expected, the Lord has sharp insight. Ten days ago, True Monarch Profound Thunder sent an invitation, inviting you to attend his promotion ceremony, scheduled for the 23rd of this month!"
Upon hearing this, Zhou Xun was greatly astonished.
He picked up the Snow Moon Tea, took a light sip, savoring the coolness as it spread within his body, and his thoughts drifted,
True Monarch Profound Thunder, who was already at the peak of Middle-Stage Nascent Soul, upon further advancement, this means he has successfully advanced to Late-Stage Nascent Soul,
becoming the twelfth Great Cultivator in Central Continent!
This is undoubtedly a matter that can influence the entire Central Continent’s situation.
"It’s been just a year and a half since he returned from the Thunder Prison, yet True Monarch Profound Thunder advanced to Late-Stage Nascent Soul. It seems he acquired something incredible in the Thunder Prison!"
Zhou Xun pondered.
In the Thunder Prison, risks and opportunities coexist, and obtaining fortuity is a normal occurrence,
he originally thought his own fortuity was great enough, but it seems the opportunities True Monarch Profound Thunder encountered inside were not inferior to his own!
"Red Noon, the ascension ceremony of True Monarch Profound Thunder is sure to gather many cultivators. We must prepare well and not lose our etiquette."
Zhou Xun spoke with a steady tone.
Spirit Turtle Red Noon nodded respectfully and replied, "Rest assured, Lord. I am already preparing the congratulations gift to ensure you maintain your dignity at the ceremony."
As the day approaches, the entire Immortal City is filled with joy for True Monarch Profound Thunder’s ascension to Great Cultivator.
Finally, the twenty-third day arrives.
Zhou Xun dressed in a dignified yet elegant robe, accompanied by Jiang Wanning, heads to True Monarch Profound Thunder’s residence with a meticulously prepared gift.
On his way, he sees numerous cultivators heading in the same direction, with an atmosphere filled with tension and excitement.
The ascension ceremony of a Great Cultivator is a celebratory event for the entire Central Continent, held at the Sea Suppression Hall in the city.
In no time, Zhou Xun arrives at the Sea Suppression Hall,
with two rows of guards standing on either side, wearing spirit armor and wielding long halberds, all of them late-stage Foundation Establishment cultivators.
At the entrance, in charge of receiving guests, stands a dignified middle-aged man, Zhou Xun’s old acquaintance—True Monarch Qianchuan!
"Younger Brother Zhou also came!"
"A Great Cultivator ceremony is a happy event for our Central Continent. How could I not attend? Never expected Daoist Brother himself to greet guests!"
Zhou Xun cupped his hands.
"It’s a small matter. Adding a Great Cultivator at this time greatly boosts the morale of us humans!"
"Moreover, True Monarch Profound Thunder, being a thunder cultivator, is even more powerful!"
"As the City Lord of Sea Suppression Immortal City, I naturally have to make some appearance!" True Monarch Qianchuan explained.
"Indeed it is!"
With True Monarch Profound Thunder being a thunder cultivator, upon breakthrough, he may well rank immediately in the top five, only below the three alliance leaders!
"What a scene it must be when the Profound Thunder True Body of Late-Stage Nascent Soul appears, truly something to anticipate!"
Zhou Xun murmured, then walked into the hall.
Many cultivators have already gathered inside, a quick glance reveals all are at Nascent Soul Stage.
As Zhou Xun enters, he instantly draws the attention of those present, and True Monarch Profound Thunder, sitting at the head, steps down from his position,
and slowly walks over,
wearing a new long robe and a jeweled crown, his eyes exuding confidence and authority.
Zhou Xun, along with Jiang Wanning, steps forward and congratulates, "Congratulations on your ascension to Great Cultivator, True Monarch Profound Thunder, a fortunate event for our Central Continent!"
True Monarch Profound Thunder sees Zhou Xun and reveals a slight smile:
"You’re too kind, Younger Brother Zhou. With your talent, in a hundred years, it will be me attending your ceremony. Please!"
With that, he leads Zhou Xun straight to the front row.
Keep in mind, the front row accommodates only thirty people, and those sitting there are the top figures in Central Continent!
Even True Monarch Thunder Prison can only sit in the second row!
"Daoist Brother, this... Isn’t it inappropriate?" Zhou Xun hesitated, not fond of being in the spotlight, sitting here indeed draws attention.
Many cultivators present are already showing discontent.
"Others may not know, but I’m keenly aware, your strength is not inferior to mine before my breakthrough, you certainly qualify to sit here!"
"If it’s so, I’ll audaciously sit here!"
He has just refined seventy-two Thunder Seeds, and his Lifebound Magical Treasure advanced to High-Grade, immensely boosting his strength. Amid the Human-Demon War,
thinking his true combat power will soon be exposed, he then sits readily.
After approximately half an hour, nearly the entire hall is filled,
with all the Nascent Soul cultivators from Sea Suppression Immortal City present.
Just then, a melodious bell rings, echoing throughout Sea Suppression Hall, and everyone falls silent, eyes fixed on the center of the hall.
The ceremony officially begins!
True Monarch Profound Thunder stands up, his gaze like lightning scanning the audience, exuding an imposing aura that sends a chill to everyone’s heart.
"Fellow Daoists, today I am honored to have you witness my ascension ceremony. Profound Thunder is deeply grateful. The road of cultivation is fraught with obstacles, yet blessed with opportunities, I am able to break through to Late-Stage Nascent Soul."
True Monarch Profound Thunder’s voice is steady and powerful,
"Now, during this Human-Demon War period, Profound Thunder will devote everything... join you in expelling the Demon Race from the South Sea!"
Subsequently, the ascension ceremony proceeds with various rituals, including offerings to heaven and blessings, lasting for three days before concluding!
Experiencing the ceremony left Zhou Xun reflective, thus upon return, he immediately entered seclusion.
In the blink of an eye, three years passed,
one day, while Zhou Xun was cultivating, suddenly a wave of Spiritual Qi disturbance emanated near his cave mansion, prompting him to contemplate,
"This is the location of the Earth Element Beast!"
