Immortal Clan: Marrying the Empress of Destiny at the Beginning - Chapter 4: The Nine Tribulations Secret Technique Defies the Heavens; Will the Su Family Become the Imperial Clan?:

Chapter 4: The Nine Tribulations Secret Technique Defies the Heavens; Will the Su Family Become the Imperial Clan?:

Everyone in the hall recognized that voice. It was none other than Ancestor Changsheng, the pillar of the Su Family, the invincible Eternal Life Sovereign.

For many of the regular elders, this voice might not be familiar. After all, Su Changsheng had been in seclusion for centuries, and for nearly 2000 years before that, he had been fighting abroad, quietly competing for power and resources. As a result, many in the clan had never personally encountered him.

However, the five Grand Elders had risen to power alongside Su Changsheng, and Su Yun, though from a later generation, had lived for over 3,000 years and had met him on several occasions. They all recognized the voice instantly.

It was him—Ancestor Changsheng, after hundreds of years of seclusion, had finally emerged!

“Whose voice is that? It sounds familiar.”

“The Clan Patriarch and the others seem overjoyed. Could it be that Ancestor Changsheng has returned?”

“Ancestor Changsheng?!”

The elders exchanged glances, and although they were puzzled, they were not fools. The weakest among them were Sky Realm experts, powerful in their own right. Observing the reactions of the Clan Chief and the presence of the mysterious voice, they quickly came to the same conclusion—it had to be Ancestor Changsheng!

Suddenly, a tall figure appeared in the air. His black hair flowed down his back, and his handsome face was flawless, with eyes shining like stars. He wore a robe adorned with constellations, shimmering faintly with starlight. His feet were clad in Qilin boots, and his fingers, slender and jade-like, exuded an ethereal charm. His entire presence radiated unmatched grace and power.

Just standing there, he seemed like the center of the universe, his aura exuding strength and vitality that drew everyone’s attention.

“Ancestor Changsheng!”

The Clan Patriarch, Su Yun, and the five Grand Elders widened their eyes, their faces lighting up with pure joy.

Before Su Changsheng went into seclusion, his once black hair had turned white, and the signs of aging were obvious to the powerful experts around him. Though still formidable, his vitality had been waning, like a setting sun.

But now, with his black hair and youthful vigor, he seemed completely different. His energy was not like that of a sunset but more like the rise of a blazing new dawn—filled with limitless potential.

Such a transformation could only mean one thing: Ancestor Changsheng had made a breakthrough.

He had entered the Saint Realm.

“Brother Changsheng, does this mean… you succeeded?” Su Qing’s eyes were red with emotion as she looked at his radiant face, her usually cold voice now trembling.

The rest of the elders, unaware of the true purpose behind Su Changsheng’s seclusion, watched in confusion. But the next words he spoke left them breathless with excitement.

“Yes, I have entered the Saint Realm,” Ancestor Changsheng said calmly, his deep gaze settling on Su Qing, whose face had turned red. He smiled warmly. “And yet, you still cry like a child at your age?”

“Brother!” Su Qing pouted, her face flushing as if she had returned to her younger days. However, she quickly regained her composure, her usual cold and untouchable aura returning.

A stunned gasp echoed through the hall.

“An… Ancestor Changsheng… a Saint Realm?!”

“A Saint! Our Su Family finally has a Saint Realm?”

“A Saint Realm! With a lifespan of 50,000 years, the Su Family could rise to the highest levels of power, expanding beyond this continent and reaching the status of an Ancient Clan in the future!”

“A Saint Realm! We have a chance to become an Ancient Clan!”

The elders erupted with excitement, some shouting with joy, unable to contain their ecstasy. They understood the significance of a Saint Realm.

An Ancient Clan was a family ruled by a Saint King Realm, with over ten Saint Realm powerhouses and a history stretching back over a hundred thousand years. Now, with Ancestor Changsheng’s ascension to the Saint Realm, the Su Family had the potential to pursue that dream. Though distant, the hope was there. This was an unimaginable honor.

The Grand Elders, including Su Yun, were overwhelmed with excitement. The Su Family’s rise was now certain!

“Ancestor Changsheng, the Gu Family is attacking Purple Abyss Heaven. We need your assistance to fend them off!” Despite the joy in his heart, Su Yun quickly reported the ongoing threat.

“I am aware of the situation,” Ancestor Changsheng said, his expression calm. He flicked his finger thoughtfully. “The patriarch of the Gu Family is a cautious man. For him to act so boldly, he must have encountered a great opportunity, perhaps aligning with a powerful force.

“However, he hasn’t completely severed his ties with us yet. His goal is to destroy the Su Family in one swift strike. I believe he still fears me.”

“Given this assessment, even if the Gu Family has gained significant power, it hasn’t reached the level where they can dominate everything. The opportunity backing them may not be as overwhelming as we fear. Otherwise, they would have acted recklessly by now!

“With that in mind, while the Gu Family is strong, it won’t be difficult to wipe them out! The consequences of destroying them should be manageable. Since that’s the case, let’s act!

“Destroy the Gu Family!”

As Su Changsheng spoke, a faint smile appeared on his face, but it carried a chilling intent. He had ruled the Absolute Holy Continent for thousands of years, even extending his influence to nearby lands. Known as the “Starfall King,” he was naturally decisive in battle.

Since the Gu Family dared to seek death by targeting the Su Family, they should not be surprised when he retaliated and annihilated them. Even if the Gu Family had some hidden tricks, Su Changsheng was unafraid.

His recent months of seclusion weren’t just for making a breakthrough to become a Saint Realm. By using the Life-forging Pill, he not only healed all his previous injuries but also ascended to the Saint Realm by utilizing the remaining power of the pill and the Saint Dao Fruit. Coupled with 3,000 years of cultivation, he had now reached the 4th stage Saint Realm.

Moreover, the Nine Tribulations Manual was a supreme secret technique. Its value far surpassed that of Saint Dao Fruit! This divine technique allowed him to multiply all aspects of his strength—his divine sense, physical body, and supernatural abilities—by tenfold! It was a complete, tenfold enhancement!

He suspected that this was a fragment of a Supreme Divine Manual, far more valuable than the Starfall Manual he had practiced before. Unfortunately, it wasn’t a cultivation method but rather a secret technique, meant only to enhance power and not for continuous cultivation.

Even so, it was extraordinarily powerful. Once Su Changsheng activated the Nine Tribulations Manual, his strength would skyrocket to a terrifying level. He could easily battle 9th stage Saint Realm cultivators and effortlessly wipe out anyone below the 7th stage.

On the Absolute Holy Continent and the surrounding lands, only a few supreme powers might pose a challenge to him. Beyond that, he could act without restraint.

Even those mighty factions would hesitate before offending a Saint Realm with limitless potential and overwhelming combat strength.

“Gather the strongest members of the Su Family and prepare to wipe out the Gu Family. In the process, take over their territory!

“In the days ahead, the Su Family will continue to expand and rise, becoming an Ancient Clan, and perhaps even…

“An imperial clan!”

An Immortal Clan!

Su Changsheng looked at the stunned crowd and calmly announced. He didn’t speak the last two words, but what he had said was enough to leave everyone in awe.”