Skyfire Avenue - Chapter 903

Chapter 903

Chapter 903: The Immortal Realm

Lan Qing’s voice betrayed his awe . “No wonder they were so dead-set on creating it . There’s something… incredible, about this place . ”

The immortal realm was replete with immortal qi that flowed like the clouds . In some areas it was rich, in others thin . Each of them could feel the power nourishing their bodies, and without question they knew that cultivating here would be more fruitful than anywhere else in the universe .

Any hint of universal obstruction was absent the moment they entered into this world . Here they no longer needed Qianlin’s Domain to protect them . They took to this place like a fish to water .

Lan Jue bit the tip of his tongue, fighting the bone-deep comfort . “We have to see if there’s anything left of the planets . This place has to be controlled from somewhere, let’s see if we can find its center . ”

“Alright . ”

They didn’t split up, choosing instead to remain together and sweep the area with their combined perception . They search for dangers while simultaneously taking in the view .

They were surprised to find that while the immortal qi was immensely helpful, their perception was limited here . They could only extend their consciousness a short distance, which make their task more difficult .

However it was not anything more than a nuisance . They had time, and so they cautiously combed the picturesque vistas around Europa .

The planet was nothing like it had been before the aliens took control . Everywhere they turned were exotic flora, and flows of immortal qi whispered through valleys and over mountains . It was the definition of a fairyland, Heaven stretching out before their eyes .

After about ten hours they came to the peak of a mountain where they discovered a palatial building . Before its grand gates was a board upon which was inscribed two words; Heavenly Court .

“You can’t say Monarch didn’t do his homework . It seems he had a real appreciation for our ancient culture . ” Lan Jue said wryly .

They’d search nearly everywhere around Europa and had found nothing until now . Even here there was no trace of any primordial spirit or malicious vitality . Clearly Monarch’s death had left this place without a ruler .

Immortal qi was thickest here in the Heavenly Court . This had to be the center of this immortal realm though it was less opulent than one might expect . All they found was a single gemstone that looked markedly like a vital crystal . The energy it produced was released in waves and quickly became immortal qi .

This had to be what was powering this immortal realm, the collected vitality reaped by the planets in their rampage across the cosmos . Somehow this crystal was supporting the entire planet, stolen vitality circulating through it like blood .

With no aliens left to fear Lan Jue didn’t give a second thought to delving deeper into the secrets of this place . He pulled forth the Compliance Rod and released the spirits contained within out into the air .

As they’d suspected, upon reaching the earliest levels of immortality Jue Di had maintained his consciousness even as a spirit within the astrum . Once his spirit was freed it immediately set about absorbing the immortal qi around it . The other souls did so as well, though more slowly .

The Pharmacist heaved a sigh . “Now that our victory is complete, I’ll collect my husband and bring him here . ” Li Ke was a part of Ultus, but as a spirit was not bound to its precise location . With Ultus part of the Strategy protecting Europa, this was the best place for him to be . He could be here, and their family could be whole .

Lan Jue nodded . “Spirits should have no problem here . I’m not sure about the other Paragons, though . ”

His fears were warranted, for although they could guide their friends here the moment they were left on their own the dangers of the Banishing Strategy would turn on them . The Heavenly Court could only control the flows of immortal qi, and not how accessible this world was . For these reasons it was difficult to say whether the Paragons could even get close .

When they returned to space the four sword bearers underwent a series of small experiments . As anticipated, although Li Ke’s spirit was not strong it was sustained by Ultus and thus could enter into the immortal realm without issue . However this was not so for the Paragons . They were barred from stepping foot on Europa .

They also found that they could enter even after shedding the chaotic qi of the Strategy . This meant that only a Paragon who had achieved the Infinite could enter . The immortal realm was so named for a reason, there were standards for those who could witness its beauty . Lan Jue did not worry about what would become for this place for his mind was on returning to Skyfire Avenue . That was his home, it was where he planned to live out his days .

When his father returned he would certainly be interested in taking over management of the immortal realm . He would take on the mantle of being the modern Jade Emperor .

Lan Qing was supportive of his brother’s plan . After discussing it with Li Ke, the Pharmacist decided to remain behind with him here . For the time being Jun’er would be left under Lan Jue’s care . The Pharmacist would, of course, visit often until such time as her daughter reached the Infinite and was able to join them in the heavens .

“Well Qianlin, it’s starting to look like I’ve taken the job of a kindergarten principal . I’m now responsible for Jun’er and Hua Li’s son . ”

Qianlin laughed prettily . “You have experience after working at the NEU, don’t you? Teaching children should be relaxing by comparison . ” [! .  This is absolutely not the case . ]

Lan Jue wrapped an arm around her slender waist . “Teaching them won’t be a problem . But how is that going to influence having one of our own, hm?”

Her face reddened . “How many were you thinking?”

“The more the better!”