The Sky Curtain Descends! Heading to the Renegade Immortal World!

Douluo Continent.

The Heaven Dou Empire and the Star Luo Empire stood in opposition, while the Spirit Hall reigned supreme, looking down upon all living beings.

On this continent, all things were considered inferior; only martial spirits were held in high esteem.

Spirit Apprentice, Spirit Master, Grandmaster... all the way up to the legendary, unreachable Titled Douluo.

On this very day, the clear sky suddenly changed color.

A vast, boundless screen of light appeared from nowhere, stretching directly across the horizon of the entire Douluo Continent.

In an instant, whether one was in the bustling Spirit City or the remote Holy Soul Village, everyone who looked up could clearly see this shocking sight.

At the same time, a grand voice emanated from the sky, falling into the ears of every living creature on the Douluo Continent.

[Exploration of the Renegade Immortal World is commencing!]

[Explorers will be randomly selected from the Douluo Continent, transported to the Renegade Immortal World to seek opportunities, and the entire process will be broadcast live!]

[Here, opportunities are countless, spiritual herbs are everywhere, and there is even hope for immortality and the power to grasp the stars!]

[Those selected, if they can survive in the Renegade Immortal World for one full year, may choose to return at any time, bringing back the magical treasures, cultivation techniques, and cultivation levels they have obtained!]

[Countdown: Random selection begins in one quarter of an hour!]

As this voice faded, the entire Douluo Continent erupted into a frenzy.

"Immortality? Grasping the stars? How is this possible!"

"What kind of place is this Renegade Immortal World? Could it be even more powerful than the Spirit Hall?"

"We can bring back treasures just by surviving for a year?"

"Random selection—if this is truly the case, then even we commoners can break through our shackles!"

For a time, in every street and alley, countless commoners and spirit masters were discussing the matter with great excitement.

Meanwhile, inside the Spirit Hall.

The interior of the great hall was spacious and bright, with tall statues of angels standing on both sides.

However, the atmosphere within the Pope's Palace was somewhat quiet at this moment.

Pope Bibi Dong sat upon her throne, dressed in a luxurious, brilliant golden gown, wearing a purple-gold crown, her exquisite face bearing a look of contemplation.

The scepter inlaid with gems in her hand was held firmly as she tapped it lightly against the floor.

Watching the massive light screen in the sky that completely obscured her view, Bibi Dong's heart was far from calm.

"Renegade Immortal? Immortality, is it?"

Bibi Dong's red lips parted slightly as she whispered.

As one of the peak powerhouses of the Douluo Continent, she knew deeply how difficult it was to reach the level of a Titled Douluo.

After breaking through level ninety, every single level of improvement required years, or even over a decade, of bitter cultivation.

Yet, the voice from the sky spoke of immortality so casually, as if in this so-called Renegade Immortal World, it were merely a common occurrence.

"If what this sky says is true, this is absolutely my chance to unify the continent and perhaps even ascend to godhood!"

At the same time, two other figures stood below the steps.

The person on the left was shrouded in black mist; it was Ghost. The person on the right had an exotic appearance and fair skin; it was Yue Guan.

"Your Holiness, the origin of this light screen is unknown; I fear it may be a trap." Yue Guan bowed slightly, his shrill voice echoing through the hall.

Bibi Dong glanced at him and said in a flat tone, "This power has covered the entire continent directly; even This Seat cannot detect its source."

"Do you think anyone on the Douluo Continent has the strength to orchestrate such a deception?"

Hearing this, Ghost, who stood to the side, was silent for a moment before speaking in a hoarse voice, "Does Your Holiness mean that what the sky says is all true?"

Bibi Dong stood up and walked slowly down the steps of the hall.

"Whether it is true or false, it is a variable."

"If an explorer is truly selected and brings back the so-called magical treasures and cultivation techniques of the Renegade Immortal World, the entire landscape of the continent will be shattered."

"The two great empires and those sects will certainly take action as well."

Having said this, she stopped and turned to look at the two of them. "Pass down the order: have all Spirit Hall branches keep a close watch."

"Once it is discovered that one of our own from the Spirit Hall has been selected, they must be protected at all costs."

"If a spirit master from another faction is selected, we must find out the secrets of the Renegade Immortal World the moment they return."

"As you command!"

Yue Guan and Ghost replied in unison.

Meanwhile, in the Heaven Dou Empire, Fasno Province.

Outside a remote little village, there stood an academy that looked somewhat dilapidated.

The plaque on the main gate was inscribed with the words "Shrek Academy."

On the playground, the sunlight was just right.

Tang San was looking up, a purple glow shimmering in his eyes.

He was circulating his Purple Demon Eye, attempting to see through the reality of that canopy in the sky.

However, after watching for a while, he only felt a stinging pain in his eyes; he could not see through the material of the light screen at all, nor could he sense any fluctuations of spirit power.

How on earth was this thing created... Tang San withdrew his gaze, his heart filled with doubt.

Xiao Wu stood beside Tang San, clutching his sleeve with both hands.

She watched the sky, a look of nervousness on her small face, and whispered, "Brother, that canopy gives me a very dangerous feeling. The Renegade Immortal World sounds so terrifying."

To the side, Dai Mubai stood with his arms crossed over his chest, his golden hair eye-catching in the sunlight.

Hearing Xiao Wu's words, he couldn't help but laugh and said, "Xiao Wu, stop scaring yourself."

"Regardless of what kind of world it is, having an opportunity is always a good thing."

As he spoke, Dai Mubai rubbed his chin, a look of anticipation on his face, and turned to look at Ma Hongjun nearby. "Fatty, you say that since there are so many people in this Renegade Immortal World, do you think the beauties inside might be even better-looking than those on our Douluo Continent?"

Upon hearing this, Ma Hongjun's eyes lit up instantly, and he nodded repeatedly in agreement. "Boss Dai is right!"

"It said up there that people in the Renegade Immortal World can live forever."

"The girls there must all be at the level of celestial maidens!"

"If I get chosen, I must find a few celestial maidens in there to be my wives and properly vent my fire, hehehe..."

Hearing this, Oscar couldn't help but roll his eyes from the side and retorted, "Fatty, can't you think of anything else in that brain of yours?"

"What if it's full of man-eating monsters in there?"

Just as the group was making a racket, the sound of footsteps approached from not far away.

A middle-aged man with a flat-top haircut and his hands behind his back walked over.

His expression was rigid and his brows were slightly furrowed; it was the Grandmaster, Yu Xiaogang. Flender and Zhao Wuji followed behind him, both of their faces showing signs of suspicion and unease.

Seeing the Grandmaster approach, Tang San quickly stepped forward and asked respectfully, "Teacher, what is your take on this canopy and the Renegade Immortal World it speaks of?"

Yu Xiaogang stopped, looked up at the canopy, and then spoke:

"San, you are all still too young and easily misled by such illusions."

After speaking, Yu Xiaogang turned to face his students, assuming the posture of one who points out the way of the world as he began to analyze.

"I have studied spirit master theory for decades and proposed the Ten Core Competencies of Spirits."

"I can tell you with full responsibility that the rules of the Douluo Continent are absolute."

"To obtain powerful strength, one must rely on the awakening of a spirit and the addition of spirit rings; this is an ironclad law that cannot be violated!"

Yu Xiaogang's voice was loud and filled with confidence.

"This canopy claims that the Renegade Immortal World allows for immortality and the ability to hold stars in one's palm? It is simply nonsense!"

"Even the legendary ninety-nine-level Peerless Douluo only has a lifespan of a few hundred years."

"Who can live forever?"

"This simply does not conform to common sense."

Hearing this, Dai Mubai couldn't help but interject, "Grandmaster, then what is going on with this canopy?"

"Everyone on the continent has seen it."

Facing Dai Mubai's question, Yu Xiaogang waved his hand, looking as if he had already seen through everything.

"This is actually very easy to explain."

"In my opinion, this is merely a large-scale illusion created by some Titled Douluo who possesses a rare illusion-type spirit."

"The purpose is likely to create panic across the continent."

After speaking, he didn't forget to pat Tang San on the shoulder and said earnestly, "San, you must remember: there are no useless spirits, only useless spirit masters."

"Even if another world truly exists, their cultivation system will definitely not compare to the spirit master system of our Douluo Continent."

"If we really were to fight, we spirit masters only need to release our spirits and spirit skills to crush them."

"Therefore, you have no need to fear any Renegade Immortal World."

Hearing the Grandmaster's long-winded analysis, Dai Mubai, Ma Hongjun, and the others felt it made some sense, and the bit of worry in their hearts dissipated.

Flender and Zhao Wuji also nodded from the side, feeling that the Grandmaster had explained it thoroughly.

It was not just the human world; the depths of the Star Dou Great Forest were also in an uproar because of this canopy.

The water of the Lake of Life was crystal clear, surrounded by towering ancient trees.

Sunlight filtered through the gaps in the leaves, casting mottled light and shadows upon the surface of the lake.

Splash!

The previously calm surface of the lake suddenly churned, sending water splashing everywhere as a massive bull's head emerged from the depths.

Two thick, sturdy horns grew atop its head, yet its body coiled within the lake like a colossal azure dragon.

It was none other than the hundred-thousand-year spirit beast, the Azure Bull Python, Da Ming.

Da Ming raised his massive head, his lantern-like eyes fixed upon the light screen in the sky, his gaze filled with deep bewilderment.

On the shore of the lake sat a giant ape, its physique resembling a small hill.

Covered in black fur with bulging, well-defined muscles, it radiated a sense of raw, wild power.

The Titan Giant Ape, Er Ming, reached out a massive palm to scratch his head, speaking in a dull, heavy voice: "Big Brother, what is that glowing thing in the sky?"

"Just looking at it makes me feel restless."

"And that 'Renegade Immortal World' it mentioned—where on earth is that?"

Da Ming slowly exhaled, causing a mist of water to ripple through the surrounding air.

Then, his deep voice echoed throughout the valley: "I have lived for a hundred thousand years, yet I have never witnessed such a sight."

"The aura emanating from this light screen is strange; it is not spirit power at all."

"As for its claim that the Renegade Immortal World offers eternal life..."

Da Ming paused mid-sentence, as if suddenly struck by some hidden concern.

On the other side, Er Ming slammed a fist directly into the ground, shaking the surrounding trees until their leaves rattled.

"Eternal life?"