The Legend of Ascension Is Real

Great Yan Divine Dynasty, imperial capital.

Chu Sheng had barely steadied himself when the imperial throne atop the ninety-foot platform crashed into view.

Upon the throne sat the Great Yan Empress, clad in a gilded imperial robe, her face cold as if covered in frost.

To the left of the throne stood a child in brocade robes, only six or seven years old, with small hands tucked into his sleeves.

To the right stood two figures side by side, one withered and one resplendent.

The gaunt old man resembled a dead tree, his body bent and stooped.

The other wore a crimson dress, with peerless features and skin as flawless and pale as porcelain.

All three stood with lowered eyes, their auras utterly unfathomable to Chu Sheng.

Immortal Realm—Immortal Venerables!!!

The Crown Prince slowly walked beneath the imperial throne and bowed.

After completing the salute, he straightened, a victor's smile curling across his lips as he looked at Chu Sheng and spoke loudly.

"Without me telling you, you already know where you are now."

"Didn't you boast before that you wanted to see whether an Immortal Venerable could protect me? So, what do you think now?"

Chu Sheng swept an indifferent glance over the Empress and the three Immortal Venerables atop the platform, then smiled and shook his head.

"I think they can't protect you."

The smile on the Crown Prince's face stiffened for an instant, but it swiftly returned, carrying even more mockery.

"Though your judgment is unworthy of the title Number One Heavenly Prodigy of Star Sea."

"I must admit, however, that your stubborn mouth is quite remarkable."

At this moment, the Great Yan Empress upon the throne finally spoke, her cold voice spreading heavily through the air.

"Chu Sheng, I had intended to leave you the dignity