Cultivating for a hundred lifetimes to ascension Chapter 1562 - 844: The Nine-layered Cloud Sea Disperses, Ascension Platform Appears

Upon noticing the grave look on the leader's face, Chen Polu's heart pounded fiercely, a vague sense of disquiet rising in his chest.

Wetting his lips nervously, Chen Polu blurted out, "Leader, why are you asking about Jun Beiming’s location? How does his fate matter to us at all?"

Alas!

Zhao Sheng uttered a faint sigh laced with sorrow, "It's far more complicated than that. I fear he acquired an artifact I discarded. That relic carries immense weight, and its revelation could spark unending catastrophes ahead!"

The "item" he referred to was none other than the "Blood Nerve Scripture."

The Returning to Void Splitting God had previously extracted the full essence of the "Blood Nerve Scripture" directly from Jun Tianxing’s recollections.

He believed Jun Beiming was aware of the "Blood Nerve Scripture’s" presence and could well have begun practicing it by now.

In truth, the "Blood Nerve Scripture" represented the pivotal inheritance from the Tribulation Crossing Venerable Blood God’s Son.

Besides, Jun Tianxing had already provided the perfect precedent.

Zhao Sheng was utterly convinced that Jun Beiming wouldn't be able to refrain from pursuing its cultivation.

Despite lacking proof, he harbored a deep conviction that Jun Beiming's retreat without resistance in the Sky-reaching Cliff confrontation likely stemmed from employing the "Golden Cicada Shell" tactic.

Multiple indicators pointed to the possibility that, prior to his escape, this villain had viciously sacrificed most of his relatives.

Verifying this suspicion proved straightforward. A simple inquiry to the survivors of that conflict would unveil the facts plainly.

With these thoughts swirling, Zhao Sheng abruptly lifted his gaze toward Chen Polu and inquired, "I need to meet Zhao Chongnan—where might he be at present?"

Chen Polu froze briefly at the words but soon composed himself, responding, "The Family Head is presently overseeing Sky-reaching Cliff. If there's no pressing need, perhaps you could linger in the Heavenly Rift Valley for the moment—"

"No, uncertainties plague me, and I must head to Sky-reaching Cliff right away to confirm certain details.Polu, our encounter today brings me joy. Accept this ring. May we reunite centuries hence and converse with the same delight."

As he spoke, Zhao Sheng produced a Sumeru Ring and slipped it into Chen Polu’s grasp, then gave his shoulder a reassuring pat.

Reluctance etched on his face, Chen Polu opened his mouth to protest, only to witness the leader flash a gentle grin, ascend skyward in a flash, and vanish from sight instantly.

Chen Polu stared after the leader's vanishing path, his gaze brimming with a tangled swirl of regret, letdown, and subtle ease.

Yet moments later, exhilaration surged through him; he gripped the ring firmly in his lone right hand, as though seizing fate's very lifeline.

...The biting gale roared, while ominous clouds pressed heavily overhead.

Sky-reaching Cliff rose imposingly, its summit thrusting beyond the Cloud Sea like a suspended celestial isle amid the vapors.

The Great Sun blazed overhead, and atop Sky-reaching Cliff, radiant golden beams illuminated the scene, with majestic halls stretching in orderly arrays. From time to time, ethereal cranes soared, bridges of rainbow hues arched gracefully, and drifting mists evoked the splendor of a divine celestial domain.

Now and then, streams of piercing light pierced the Cloud Sea, descending upon Sky-reaching Cliff's heights. Countless cultivators hurried to and fro among the grand structures.

Encircling Sky-reaching Cliff across vast distances of hundreds of miles stood innumerable colossal aerial battleships akin to mountains, traversing predetermined paths while perpetually orbiting the cliff, ever vigilant against potential assaults from afar.

As the Great Sun dipped westward, its rays shifted to a warm amber hue.

In that moment, an unexpected visitor slipped silently onto Sky-reaching Cliff.

Positioned at the cliff's brink, Zhao Sheng drew from his sleeve a Ten Thousand Miles Sound Transmission Talisman, which he promptly unleashed with a casual toss.

The talisman ignited swiftly into a pile of cinders, succeeded by a ribbon of luminous energy darting toward the palaces before fading away.

Before long, an ordinary-looking youth sped through the air, alighting a short distance behind Zhao Sheng.

This youth was Zhao Chongnan, fresh from his breakthrough to Nascent Soul.

Catching sight of Zhao Sheng, Zhao Chongnan's features twisted in shock, "You... you're Zhao Sheng... Mr. Zhao!"

Turning with a grin, Zhao Sheng replied, "Have I altered so profoundly in a mere century that you fail to identify me?"

Zhao Chongnan shook his head at once, "No, I simply never anticipated Mr. Zhao's abrupt arrival. I assumed you'd departed for good, yet fate allows us this reunion today."

"Heh, I never claimed permanent exile. Regardless, the Zhao Family blood runs in my veins, binding me somewhat to the Three Extremes Zhao Family."

Zhao Chongnan eyed Zhao Sheng from head to toe, astonishment flickering across his face.

He failed to gauge Zhao Sheng's true power, sensing only a profound harmony with the cosmos—as if rooted in place yet simultaneously vague and intangible.

Clamping down on his astonishment, Zhao Chongnan bowed deferentially, "What errand brings Senior Zhao to summon me?"

"True enough, I seek answers on a couple of issues. First among them is a favor for one of your tokens."

"What sort of token, if I may?" Startled, Zhao Chongnan ventured a tentative hunch.

Penetrating his mind instantly, Zhao Sheng praised, "Spot on! I'm here precisely to obtain the token granting access to the Ancestral Land."

His face darkening, Zhao Chongnan shook his head in a raspy tone, "Truth be told, only a single Life Jade remains in the family's possession. I beg your pardon for the offense, but I cannot possibly relinquish it."

"You—your outlook is far too shortsighted! Evidently, your prospects are capped. Are you unaware that borrowing one today means repaying manifold tomorrow? A prudent man would recognize the wise path forward."

Zhao Chongnan's demeanor flickered with uncertainty, as though teetering on the edge.

Hmph!

Observing the vacillation, Zhao Sheng harrumphed sharply, unleashing a subtle aura from his Divinity Transformation stage.

Zhao Chongnan's countenance paled in terror, as an immense force materialized from nowhere, almost choking the life from him.

Thankfully, the force struck fast and retreated faster still!

Within a single breath, Zhao Chongnan regarded Zhao Sheng in utter awe, like beholding an impossible marvel.