Immortal Emperor's Mansion: Nine Trials of the Heart

Ren Xiaoyao shattered the dust and smoke, following the faint, yet undeniable, imperial aura emanating from the depths of the Immortal Realm of the Heavens. Flowers of Daoist charm bloomed beneath his feet, their petals shimmering with the pure light of the Great Dao of the Heavens, as white as jade. Each petal was inscribed with minute runes representing birth and death, yin and yang, and creation. Swaying in the wind, they emitted a gentle Daoist charm, cleansing the surrounding Primordial Chaos energy. Wherever he passed, withered trees sprouted new green shoots, their tender buds shimmering with spiritual light. Dried-up Spirit Spring springs gushed forth again, their waters tinkling and splashing. Water droplets transformed into countless fluttering Spirit Butterflies; even the crumbling and shattered immortal mountain formations, under the Origin Dao Charm flowing around him, saw their broken runes regain their faint light, and the incomplete array patterns slowly wriggle, showing signs of revival. Amidst the churning sea of clouds, his figure was like a streak of light, his white robes fluttering, accompanied by Dragon Phoenix Phantom on either side. The Dragon Head was held high, and the phoenix's wings were outstretched, the two complementing each other and emitting clear and melodious cries. Wherever he passed, all sounds ceased, except for the Great Dao Resonance, like ancient celestial music, echoing leisurely between heaven and earth.

Before long, an ancient mansion, suspended above the sea of clouds in the heavens, quietly appeared on the horizon. The mansion was entirely constructed of Chaos Divine Stone, its surface mottled and etched with the marks of time. Deep ravines, bearing the weight of countless ages, still exuded an aura of supreme power, causing the surrounding clouds to stagnate and transform into gentle waves that swirled around the mansion. Above the main gate hung an ancient plaque, forged from the Nine Heavens Breath Soil, inscribed with four large, ancient seal characters. "Primordial Emperor's Mansion." The characters were powerful and vigorous, each stroke containing the profound mysteries of World Creation, and where the brush touched, the void twisted. The music seemed to breathe life into the words themselves. Wisps of Primordial Violet Qi swirled around the edge of the plaque, within which floated Dragon Phoenix Auspiciousness, and of the Star River in motion. The mere sight of purple qi sent shivers down the spine; those with unstable Dao Heart would even kneel and submit on the spot under its oppressive force. The mansion gates were tightly shut, adorned with a vast scroll of the Star River, adorned with the sun, moon, and Stars Move, their movements ceaseless, as if a real universe were slowly rotating. Within the scroll, the Stellar Power flowed faintly, emanating an imperial pressure that made even the surrounding clouds dare not churn, silently prostrating themselves beneath the mansion like loyal guards.

"The Primordial Immortal Emperor ..." Ren Xiaoyao's eyes flickered slightly, the Black and White Qi intertwining and flowing with the primordial white light in his eyes, piercing through the illusion above the mansion gate and seeing the wisp of remnant will belonging to the Primordial Immortal Emperor hidden behind the Chaos Divine Stone. "So this place is actually the Primordial Immortal Emperor's former residence."

The Primordial Immortal Emperor was the first Immortal Emperor since the World Creation the Immortal Realm of the Heavens. He wielded the Great Dao of Life and Death and Death, his power overwhelming throughout the ages. He single-handedly quelled the Primordial Chaos of the primordial world, dividing it into countless All Heavens and Myriad Worlds and transforming the chaotic primordial universe into an orderly system of three thousand great worlds and ten thousand Small World. Legend has it that after his passing, all his cultivation and insights were integrated into this ruined mansion, which then became a trial ground. Only those who pass the nine Dao Trial can inherit his Emperor Dao Inheritance and embark on the true path of Immortal Emperor. Those who fail will ultimately perish, their Soul Annihilation, becoming nourishment for the mansion, never to be reborn.

Just as Ren Xiaoyao raised his hand to touch the gate of the mansion, an ancient voice suddenly resounded through the sky, like a great bell, shaking the sea of clouds and causing it to surge and rise in huge waves. The voice carried the vicissitudes of countless ages and an undeniable majesty. "Anyone who wishes to enter the Primordial Emperor's Mansion must pass nine Dao Trial: Heart, Law, Body, Soul, Power, Dao, Tribulation, Enlightenment, and Integration. None of the nine can be missing. Failure in the trials will Soul Annihilation, and eternal damnation. Do you dare to enter?"

The voice was ancient and majestic, as if it had come from time immemorial, carrying a trace of the lingering will of the Primordial Immortal Emperor. Every word contained the true essence of the Great Dao, and when it reached the ears, it was like a thunderclap, causing one's blood and qi to surge.

"What is there to be afraid of?" Ren Xiaoyao stood with his hands behind his back, his white robes Dragon Phoenix Phantom. The phantoms of dragons and phoenixes perched on his shoulders, their clear cries echoing through the heavens and scattering the clouds above. "I Ren Xiaoyao, seek only the supreme Dao. What do I care about a thousand hardships and dangers, mountains of knives and seas of fire?"

As soon as he finished speaking, the gates of the mansion burst open, and a vast and boundless imperial aura swept out, surging towards Ren Xiaoyao like a raging sea. Within this aura lay the supreme mystery of the Primordial Immortal Emperor's control over life and death. At times, it transformed into countless sharp blades, cutting through the void; at other times, it transformed into an endless sea of fire, scorching his soul; and at still other times, it transformed into a ten-thousand-foot-high ice mountain, freezing his Dao Foundation. It seemed as if it wanted to crush his soul, disintegrate his Dao Foundation, and condemn him to eternal damnation in Void.

This is the first Dao Trial — the Heart Trial.

The oppressive force surged into his body, Ren Xiaoyao felt a raging torrent of illusions wash over his mind, countless phantoms rushing in like a tidal wave. He saw himself, orphaned from a young age, struggling in the Savage Wilderness wilderness of the Profound Yellow Realm, eating wild fruits, drinking from streams, fighting ferocious beasts, teetering on the brink of life and death, enduring countless dangers, slaying numerous powerful enemies, finally reaching the pinnacle of the Profound Yellow Realm, revered by all, with all cultivators bowing in submission; he saw himself tearing through the Primordial Chaos mist, stepping into the Immortal Realm of the Heavens, crushing the inspectors with a flick of his finger, how triumphant he was, how the powerful of the Immortal Court trembled at his mere mention; he saw himself ascending to the realm of Immortal Emperor, sitting on the Emperor Seat of the Nine Heavens, ruling over the birth and death of All Heavens and Myriad Worlds, with all immortals paying homage, the Three Realms Paths under his control, how glorious! He also saw his Dao Foundation shattered, his Soul Annihilation, turning into a wisp of dust between heaven and earth, all past glory and splendor vanished like bubbles, friends and family scattered, enemies laughing wildly, how utterly despairing...

Within the illusion, there is temptation, fear, glory, and despair. Every emotion is amplified infinitely, like a bone-deep infection, burrowing into every limb and bone, into the depths of the soul, enough to make any cultivator lose their composure, their Dao Heart crumble, and become a puppet of the illusion.

Ren Xiaoyao's Dao Heart, however, had long since become as firm as a rock and as stable as Mount Tai through countless trials of life and death and profound insights into the Great Dao. His gaze was indifferent as he stared directly at the illusion within his sea of consciousness, his eyes devoid of any ripple. He uttered two words, each as precious as gold, carrying the majesty of the Origin Dao Charm: "Illusion."

As the word fell, the Origin Dao Charm surged forth from the depths of the sea of consciousness, like warm, lustrous liquid, cleansing away all illusions. Temptations and fears, glory and despair, before the Origin Dao Charm, melted away like snow under the blazing sun, instantly dissipating into specks of light that vanished into the sea of consciousness. Within the sea of consciousness, its former clarity returned, and the Dao Heart became even more refined, as transparent as Glazed Ice.

"Heart Trial, passed!" The aged voice rang out again, carrying a hint of barely perceptible approval, echoing between heaven and earth.

Within the mansion gates, light swirled, and multicolored rays intertwined to form a teleportation channel. Within this channel, Daoist runes flickered, Ren Xiaoyao's figure vanished instantly, appearing a moment later on a vast, Ancient Battlefield. On the battlefield, mountains of corpses piled up, forming continuous mountain peaks. Ancient Dao Patterns were engraved on the bones, still radiating faint spiritual energy despite the passage of time. Rivers of blood flowed, the dark red blood long since dried, yet still exuding a thick stench of blood and malevolence. This malevolence condensed into mist, enveloping the entire battlefield and causing the heavens and earth to change color. Broken swords and halberds lay scattered among the weapons, each bearing... All of them were engraved with the Daoist essence of High Antiquity cultivators, but they had long since lost their former sharpness under the erosion of time, becoming rusty and worn. Between heaven and earth, the Emperor Dao Laws intertwined and crisscrossed, like golden dragons, swirling and dancing. Within these Principle lay the lifelong learning of the Primordial Immortal Emperor: birth and death, yin and yang, creation, and time and space. The four profound mysteries intertwined and transformed into countless sharp Sword Qi, slashing towards Ren Xiaoyao. The Sword Qi tore through the air with piercing whistles, tearing through the void and leaving behind trails of pitch black. Each Sword Qi contained the supreme mysteries of the Immortal Emperor level, enough to tear ordinary Heavenly Dao Realm experts into dust.

This is the second Dao Trial — the Law Trial.

The Sword Qi energy pierced the air, carrying the power to destroy everything. Ren Xiaoyao neither dodged nor evaded. The dragon Dragon Phoenix Phantom around him instantly spread their wings and soared. The dragon scales were like pure white Glazed Ice, shimmering with a cold light, while the phoenix feathers were like flowing rosy clouds, radiating a scorching heat. The two intertwined to form an incomparably solid barrier in front of him. On the barrier, dragon and phoenix runes flowed, radiating a majestic heavenly might. At the same time, he raised his hand and invoked the Great Dao of Heaven and Earth. As the Origin Dao Charm flowed, it evolved into the art of Cycle of Life and Death. On his fingertips, milky white Dao rhythm flowed, shimmering with a warm light, like a newborn baby, pure and flawless.

"The Dao of Life and Death and death follows the will of Heaven."

With a light tap of his fingertips, streaks of milky-white Daoist energy shot forth, colliding with the Emperor Dao Sword Energy. The crisp clang of the sword energy resounded continuously, like the clash of swords and the thunder of Sword Qi, echoing through the heavens. The sword energy shattered, transforming into a shower of golden light that fell upon the earth. The streaks of Daoist energy, however, seamlessly merged into the Emperor Dao Laws, like a drop of water flowing into the ocean, without the slightest hindrance. Ren Xiaoyao's eyes shone even brighter. Using his own Daoist energy as a guide, he analyzed the laws of the Primordial Immortal Emperor, comprehending the true meaning of the mysteries of birth and death. Each wisp of Principle that merged with him deepened his understanding of the Great Dao, and the Daoist energy surrounding him grew ever more profound.

Half an incense stick later, all the Emperor Dao Laws on the Ancient Battlefield dissipated. In the vast world, only Ren Xiaoyao's tall figure remained, his white robes fluttering, Dragon Phoenix Phantom swirling around him, his Daoist aura flowing around him, becoming increasingly refined. A faint smile appeared on the corner of his mouth.

"Law Trial, passed!"

The third Dao Trial is the Body Trial.

The world underwent a dramatic change; the Ancient Battlefield vanished instantly, replaced by a Chaos Land. The Chaos Current were extremely violent, far more domineering than the Primordial Chaos mist Ren Xiaoyao had encountered. The currents were blackish-red, like boiling magma, constantly impacting his body, emitting a "sizzling" sound, as if trying to grind his flesh into mincemeat, leaving even his soul vulnerable. The currents contained the destructive power of the World Creation, enough to tear apart anything tangible.

At the same time, a Chaos Divine Stone weighing hundreds of millions of jin fell from the heavens. The Divine Stone was covered with dense Chaos Runes, which flickered with an eerie light. It carried the power to destroy everything and crashed down on his head. Wherever it passed, the void cracked inch by inch and groaned under the weight, as if the entire world was about to collapse under the Divine Stone.

Ren Xiaoyao let out a long roar that shook the universe. The roar carried an air of domineering arrogance. He no longer relied on Daoist principles for defense, but instead circulated his entire body's blood and energy, causing his physical strength to erupt. His body had long been tempered by the Chaos Fire and fused with the Dragon Phoenix Essence Blood, making it virtually immortal. His blood and energy surged, transforming into a golden dragon that coiled around him, its Dragon Might overwhelming the Chaos Current.

"Boom!"

The Chaos Divine Stone slammed into his shoulder with a deafening roar, as if the heavens and earth were collapsing, causing the entire Chaos Land to tremble. Ren Xiaoyao remained motionless, standing steadily in the Chaos Land, but fine wounds tore open on his shoulder, golden blood splattering out and dripping onto the Chaos Divine Stone Divine Stone, corroding it and creating tiny holes with a hissing sound, while white smoke swirled and rose.

He made a sudden move, unleashing a punch that carried the combined power of physical strength and Daoist energy. The fist's light was dazzling, enough to shatter heaven and earth.

"Break!"

With a roar like a thunderclap, the Chaos Divine Stone shattered, turning into dust that dissipated into the Chaos Current. The violent Chaos Current was forcibly absorbed by his body, merging into his limbs and bones, making his physical strength even more formidable. Runes flickered faintly on his bones, emitting a faint golden light.

"Body Trial passed!"

The fourth Dao Trial, the Soul Trial, saw Emperor Soul Phantom appear out of thin air within the Sea of Consciousness. This was a remnant soul of the Primordial Immortal Emperor, clad in Emperor Robe, majestic and imposing, its face blurred yet exuding an Emperor's Might. Carrying the pressure of Immortal Emperor, it sought to devour Ren Xiaoyao's soul and take its place. With a single breath, the Soul Power within the Sea of Consciousness surged towards him like a tidal wave. The fifth Dao Trial, the Might Trial, saw phantoms of countless immortal soldiers Immortal General appear between heaven and earth. Clad in armor and wielding sharp blades, their armor inscribed with the runes of the Immortal Court, their blades gleaming with a cold, chilling light, their military might magnificent. A fierce, Sha Qi aura surged into the sky, like an invincible army from High Antiquity, attempting to overwhelm Ren Xiaoyao and force him to submit. Their shouts echoed, a deafening roar that shook the very void. The sixth Dao Trial, Dao Trial Great Dao of Life and Death of the Primordial Immortal Emperor, manifested between heaven and earth, transforming into a long river spanning the firmament. The river flowed with the profound mysteries of life and death, sometimes clear, sometimes murky, sometimes turbulent, sometimes calm, colliding with Ren Xiaoyao's Heavenly Dao Power, attempting to erode his Dao Foundation and reduce him to a mere Mortals. Within the river, countless Life-Death Runes flickered, radiating terrifying pressure...

Ren Xiaoyao fought with increasing ferocity, tempering his soul with the Origin Dao Charm. His Soul Power surged, transforming into a divine Soul Sharp Sword that clashed with the Emperor Soul Phantom. He forcefully assimilated that remnant soul, merging it into his own soul, making his Soul Power even stronger. He crushed the army with the might of a dragon and phoenix, the Dragon Phoenix Phantom crying out to the heavens. The clear and melodious cries resounded through the clouds, shattering the illusory images of Loose Immortal soldiers Immortal General, turning them into streams of light that vanished into the world. Using his own Heavenly Dao as a vessel, he roamed the Life and Death Long River and Death, absorbing its mysteries and merging with life and death. Under the scouring of the Life and Death Long River, his Heavenly Dao Power became increasingly pure and vast. He passed through every Dao Trial, and the Dao aura around him became increasingly profound and vast.

The seventh Dao Trial, the Tribulation Trial.

High above, Thunder Clouds gathered, and purplish-gold tribulation lightning surged and rolled, like raging dragons, swirling and dancing. Within the Thunder Clouds lay the dual power of destruction and creation, crashing down with a deafening roar. This was no ordinary heavenly Heavenly Tribulation, but a trial tribulation lightning condensed by the Primordial Immortal Emperor using his own imperial Dao. Its power was boundless, far exceeding the tribulation power of Heavenly Dao Realm Cultivator, enough to kill even Heavenly Dao Realm expert on the spot, Soul Annihilation. As the tribulation lightning fell, the void shattered inch by inch, emitting sounds of unbearable pressure, and the entire world was shrouded in purplish-gold lightning.

Ren Xiaoyao looked up at the sky, staring at the purple-gold tribulation lightning. Far from being afraid, a hint of excitement flashed in his eyes. He dispelled all his defenses, letting the tribulation lightning strike him, feeling the power that combined destruction and creation. He knew that although the tribulation lightning was dangerous, it was the best opportunity to temper himself.

The tribulation lightning pierced his body, causing excruciating pain, as if even his bone marrow was burning. His meridians ruptured inch by inch, and his flesh was covered with countless wounds, from which golden blood flowed, staining his white robes crimson. But at the same time, the Power of Creation within the tribulation lightning was also nourishing his Dao Foundation and repairing his physical body. The ruptured meridians slowly healed, and the wounds gradually scabbed over, making his Heavenly Dao Power more condensed and purer.

He roared to the sky, his voice shaking the heavens, drawing in tribulation lightning to refine his Dao and body. The Golden Blood around him intertwined with the purple-gold tribulation lightning, transforming into a dazzling Light Cocoon that enveloped him. On the Light Cocoon, Life-Death Runes flickered, radiating a faint pressure.

Amidst the Sea of Lightning, Ren Xiaoyao's figure grew even more upright. His gaze had already touched the threshold of the Immortal Emperor realm, just one step away from stepping into that supreme realm. A confident smile appeared on the corner of his mouth.

"Tribulation Trial, passed!"

The eighth Dao Trial is the Enlightenment Trial.

All the strange phenomena in the world vanished, the Sea of Lightning dissipated, and the Primordial Chaos disappeared, leaving Ren Xiaoyao in a Void. In this Void, there was no time, no space, no All Things in Heaven and Earth, only a vast Primordial Chaos of white chaos, silent and still. In the center of this Void, an ancient Emperor Dao Runes floated, golden in color, about the size of a palm, slowly rotating. Golden light shimmered on the rune, containing the lifelong insights of the Primordial Immortal Emperor, encompassing birth and death, Cycle of Life and Death, and the Great Dao of all heavens. As the rune rotated, the Great Dao True Words faintly echoed in the Void. The words were obscure and difficult to understand, yet they contained the true essence of the Great Dao.

Ren Xiaoyao sat cross-legged, closed his eyes, and focused intently on his enlightenment. His mind sank into the runes, resonating with the insights of the Primordial Immortal Emperor. He witnessed the Primordial Immortal Emperor's World Creation feat of creating the world, single-handedly Open Chaos, dividing heaven and earth, the pure rising to become the heavens, the impure sinking to become the earth, and the sun, moon, and stars being born in the process; he saw the Emperor's majestic authority over life and death, with a wave of his hand, all things were born, and with a wave of his hand, all things perished, the Three Realms and Six Paths entirely under his control; he saw the regret at the moment of his passing, unable to unravel the ultimate secret of the Great Dao, unable to truly achieve immortality, and could only integrate his life's insights into this ancient mansion, awaiting a destined one...

After an unknown amount of time—perhaps a moment, perhaps eternity— Ren Xiaoyao slowly opened his eyes. Black and White Qi flowed within them, and the primordial white light shone brightly. His understanding of the Great Dao of Life and Death had reached a completely new level. His Heavenly Dao Power had also subtly resonated with the Imperial Dao power of the Primordial Immortal Emperor. The Dao aura around him became increasingly profound, and Emperor's Might faintly flowed around him.

"Enlightenment Trial, passed!"

The ninth Dao Trial, the Fusion Trial.

Void dissipated, a simple and ancient Emperor Seat slowly emerged from the deepest part of the Primordial Emperor's Mansion. Forged from the Chaos Divine Heart, the Emperor Seat was imbued with Primordial Violet Qi. Engraved on its surface were maps of the All Heavens and Myriad Worlds, encompassing the three thousand great worlds and ten thousand Small World, with stars twinkling vividly on the maps. Hanging before the throne were Primordial Violet Qi, purple qi and emanating a rich primordial aura. Behind it, Sun, Moon, and Stars Phantoms, moon, and Star Circulation, resembling a real universe. Suspended on the Emperor Seat was a pure white imperial Golden Core Emperor Dao Golden Core, wrapped in nine strands of Primordial Violet Qi, radiating Emperor's Might that looked down upon all heavens. As the Golden Core core rotated, the mysteries of life and death flowed, inspiring awe in all who beheld it. Those with unstable Dao Heart would even kneel in worship under this oppressive force.

The aged voice rang out again, tinged with solemnity. Every word contained the true essence of the Great Dao, echoing deep within the Imperial Palace: "The final Dao Trial: unite your Dao with the Dao of the Immortal Emperor, merging into one, discarding the dross and retaining the essence, only then can you achieve the supreme Dao of the Emperor."

Ren Xiaoyao slowly walked towards the Emperor Seat. With each step, an Emperor Dao Flower bloomed beneath his feet, its petals as white as snow and its stamens as golden as radiance. As the Emperor Dao Flower bloomed, they exuded a rich Emperor's Might. His expression was solemn, his gaze resolute, devoid of any distracting thoughts, only unwavering devotion to the Great Dao. Upon reaching the Emperor Seat, he raised his hand and grasped the Emperor Dao Golden Core. The Golden Core felt warm and smooth to the touch, and a vast imperial power instantly swept over his entire body, colliding and merging with his Heavenly Dao Power.

Two forces clashed. One was the Emperor's Dao, wielded by the Primordial Immortal Emperor, dominating birth and death with unparalleled tyranny and an overwhelming presence throughout eternity, bearing the sharp edge of World Creation. The other was the Heavenly Dao, fused with the myriad Heavenly Dao by Ren Xiaoyao, gentle and profound, encompassing all things and carrying the compassion to Nourishing All Things. The two were completely different, yet subtly interconnected. In the collision, his meridians shattered inch by inch, his Dao Foundation trembled violently, as if it would collapse at any moment. The excruciating pain nearly made him faint. Cold sweat soaked his white robe, sliding down his cheeks and dripping onto the Emperor Dao Flower.

Ren Xiaoyao gritted his teeth, sweat soaking his white robe. He circulated his Origin Dao Charm, which acted as a bond, forcibly fusing the two powers. He used his own Heavenly Dao as the bone to support the foundation of the Great Dao and stabilize his Dao Heart; he used the Dao of Life and Death as the flesh to enrich the form of the Great Dao and enhance its power; and he used the Origin Dao Charm as the sinew to connect the two. Neither was dispensable. The three intertwined and slowly merged, becoming inseparable, transforming into a completely new power that was both domineering and gentle, both sharp and compassionate.

"Boom!"

A deafening roar erupted from Ren Xiaoyao's body, shaking the entire Primordial Emperor's Mansion. Even the Star River map scroll above the palace gate stopped spinning. His imperial aura surged skyward, far more vast and domineering than before. Wherever this aura passed, the void shattered inch by inch, only to slowly coalesce again under the repair of the imperial power. The Dragon Phoenix Phantom cried out to the heavens, their clear cries resounding throughout the entire Immortal Realm of the Heavens and spreading across the Three Thousand Great Worlds. The Daoist flowers surrounding him had already transformed into Emperor Dao Flower, blooming with dazzling light, illuminating the entire imperial palace and the nine heavens and sea of clouds.

He slowly opened his eyes, his gaze filled with Emperor's Might, as if he were a Immortal Emperor who ruled over all heavens, looking down upon all living beings. Wherever his gaze fell, the Great Dao submitted, all sounds ceased, and even heaven and earth stood still.

"Fusion Trial passed!"

All nine Dao Trial have been passed!

Beneath the Emperor Seat, a portal radiating Primordial Violet Qi slowly emerged. Behind the portal lay an even more vast world, where Primordial Violet Qi swirled, the sun, moon, and stars twinkled, and the faint light of Emperor Dao Inheritance flickered within. Within that light lay the lifelong mastery of the Primordial Immortal Emperor, the supreme mysteries of World Creation, and the ultimate key to the realm of the Immortal Emperor.

Ren Xiaoyao stood with his hands behind his back, his white robes fluttering in the wind. He stared at the teleportation gate, his gaze deep and unfathomable. He knew this was just the beginning. Only after inheriting the legacy of the Primordial Immortal Emperor would his path to becoming an Immortal Emperor truly begin. Ahead lay even greater challenges, stronger enemies, and a more vast world waiting for him to conquer. His goal was the eternal pinnacle of the Immortal Emperor realm.

Meanwhile, in the Immortal Realm of the Heavens, the imperial aura unleashed by his passing of the nine Dao Trial had already shaken the entire Immortal Court and spread throughout all the All Heavens and Myriad Worlds like a thunderclap. Inside the Immortal Court Great Hall, the figures clad in Emperor Robe suddenly stood up, their gazes fixed on the direction of the Primordial Emperor's Mansion, their eyes filled with shock and greed. The imperial aura emanating from their bodies erupted uncontrollably, causing the immortal jade within the hall to shatter, the runes to dissipate, and fine cracks to appear on the pillars of the hall.

"The Primordial Emperor Dao Inheritance... has been born!" An old man with white hair and beard trembled, his eyes flashing with fervent light. Every word he uttered was filled with undisguised excitement, echoing in the silent hall. This old man was the Grand Elder of the Immortal Court. He had lived for countless ages and witnessed countless rises and falls, but he had never seen anyone pass the nine Dao Trial of the Primordial Emperor's Mansion.

Deep within those Ancient Sects, figures who had slumbered for millennia opened their eyes, their gazes flashing with surprise, apprehension, and excitement. Some figures' eyes gleamed with murderous intent, eager to seize the inheritance; others' eyes held a hint of curiosity, wanting to see just who this cultivator who had passed nine Dao Trial truly was; still others' eyes shone with a sense of relief, as if they could see the future of the Immortal Realm of the Heavens. The turmoil in the Immortal Realm of the Heavens was intensifying with the emergence of this Primordial Emperor Dao inheritance, and a storm that would sweep across the heavens was quietly brewing.